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Courtesy of Belal Aftab Saratoga mayor Belal Aftab centers his agenda on residents’ feedback.
New mayor Belal Aftab aims to foster a more vibrant, connected community
May 10, 2025
The Saratoga Speech and Debate team at TOC in Kentucky
Speech and debate celebrates national-level results while striving for more
May 9, 2025
Assistant principal and activities director Kristen Cunningham.
Cunningham to leave for admin role at LGHS, district
May 8, 2025
Courtesy of Mary Ko MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.” MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.”
FTC 6165 Cuttlefish boasts an 8-2 record at World Championships
May 1, 2025
Sahana Kumar shares her story on the stage of Thermond Drama Center on March 30.
TEDx Club talks featured stories of recovery and resilience
May 1, 2025
MAP, a longstanding program at SHS, hosts numerous video-based projects for students.
Sophomore MAP students illuminate social issues ‘Be the Change’ projects
May 12, 2025
Courtesy of Kristen Hamilton Hamilton and her family at her daughter Kathryn’s college graduation.
Hamilton reflects on transition from engineering career to teaching
May 7, 2025
At Garrod Farms, dozens of horses frolic in front of picturesque mountains.
Garrod Farms: a family’s generational commitment to agriculture since 1893
May 7, 2025
Courtesy of Manlin Zhang A rendered photo of “Achromatic,” the 2022-23 Cuttlefish robot.
6165 MSET Cuttlefish’s impact extends to college endeavors
May 5, 2025
Courtesy of Saratoga High School The Saratoga High math department’s recommended pathway.
Math department to require placement tests starting in August to combat unwise acceleration
May 4, 2025
Senior Captain Avi Taneja serves the birdie during the 4/15 match.
Q&A: Four senior captains reflect on their four years on the badminton team
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Ian Johnson Junior Ian Johnson captures senior Daniel Jadali going up with contact in a basketball game against Lynbrook High School on Jan 31.
Two juniors explore their passion for photography through sports
May 10, 2025
Senior Dylan Wilson gets into the blocks for the 4x400 meter relay
Track and field team has strong outing at leagues; SCVALs will determine CCS qualifications
May 9, 2025
Golfers pose after defeating Los Gatos.
One last swing: Senior golfers bid farewell to the Toga fairways and each other
May 7, 2025
Courtesy of Quinn Bossow Bossow celebrates winning a point against an opponent at Palo Alto HS.
No limits: Sophomore Quinn Bossow tackles athletics head on despite disability
May 7, 2025
The early bird gets the worm.
To aspiring Leadership students: Campaigning early is a must
May 13, 2025
The least user-friendly survey out there.
Help wanted: Someone please fix the California Healthy Kids Survey
May 13, 2025
If only the calendar started on Monday…
The week should officially start on Monday: It just makes sense
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Gage Skidmore Political rightwingers like Charlie Kirk and Tucker Carlson argue the U.S was built on Christian principles
Religion should not play any role in public policy decisions
May 9, 2025
43% of Republicans in a Yougov poll think Trump should be allowed a third term
While it may be possible, the two-term limit on presidency should not be overridden
May 6, 2025
My classic study setup.
The blind leading the blind: how to study like a pro
May 13, 2025
After President Yoon Suk Yeol invoked martial law on Dec. 3, hundreds of Korean citizens took to the streets to show their disapproval of Yoon’s actions.
Democracy preserved in South Korea as country impeaches would-be authoritarian president
May 11, 2025
YouTube Kids’ Policies prohibit certain types of advertisements but not enough.
Learning from the tall tales of Big Cereal
May 7, 2025
$400 camera 🆚 $150 camera
Your guide to suddenly viral old-school $1,500 digital cameras
May 7, 2025
Whatever board game you choose, it’ll certainly make a night of memories and connections.
The best way to have fun at game nights
May 7, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 6
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April 23, 2025
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April 23, 2025
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April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 3
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April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 2
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The Saratoga Falcon

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Tapping into a new form of dance

Vivien Lu

Field trips open minds of students

Vivien Lu

Falcon Focus: Science teacher runs her heart out

Vivien Lu

End of procrastination requires wake-up calls

Vivian LeTran and Vivien Lu

Easy dinner for busy people

Vivien Lu

Trainer treats students with ice and laughter

Vivien Lu

Falcon Focus: Senior pursues Indian Carnatic music

Jackie Gu and Vivien Lu

Walk the human plank: pop culture phenomenon hits high school

Vivien Lu and Nikil Ramanathan

Increasing flow of freshmen

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu

New school psychologist anticipates success

Vivien Lu

Freshman kicks off the year with soccer aspirations

Vivien Lu

New school psychologist anticipates success

Vivien Lu

‘Winnie the Pooh’ fails to win over teenagers, but brings back childhood memories

Vivien Lu and Allison Toh

Sports Hall of Fame

Vivien Lu

Softball: Team breaks losing streak with two victories

Vivien Lu and Izzy Albert

Softball team breaks losing streak with two victories

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Insomniac refuses to sleep through life

Vivien Lu

Softball grows through experience

Vivien Lu

Softball grows through experience

Vivien Lu

French and Spanish clubs take their rivalry to the soccer field

Vivien Lu

Sadies runs smoothly

Vivien Lu

Softball: Freshman gains respect, leads team

Izzy Albert and Vivien Lu

Softball team refreshes with new players

Vivien Lu

Swing with the music at Jazz Cabaret

Vivien Lu

Senior helps friends cut back on hair costs

Amy Jan and Vivien Lu

Choir’s holiday spirit heard in SF

Vivien Lu

Choir’s holiday spirit heard in SF

Vivien Lu

Graffiti on and around quad shocks many

Vivien Lu and Allison Toh

Orchestra exchanges knowledge with Lynbrook

Vivien Lu
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Nothing bundt icing on the cake

Vivien Lu

Orchestra to perform at Carnegie Hall

Vivien Lu and Kyumin Shim

Music department prepares for a good year

Vivien Lu and Kyumin Shim

Road to fame online

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Seniors won’t soon forget their prom

Grishma Athavale and Vivien Lu

Pancake breakfast: musical recipe for success

David Eng and Vivien Lu

Winterguard performs in winter conditions

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Sadies dance raises money for Haiti

Vivien Lu
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Choir joins Lynbrook to perform Schubert’s Mass in G

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Music thefts burst school’s illusion of safety

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

SHS hosts annual SCCBDA Honor Band Concert

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Orchestra and symphonic band delight audiences at winter concerts

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

A Gallon of Gas: Indulge your sweet side at Powell’s Sweet Shoppe, 4.6 miles.

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band marches to success

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Orchestra holds successful Halloween concert with Lynbrook

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang
Break dancer- Brian Vo

Junior just break dances—surprising friends with his hidden talent

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Band gains big win in Clovis competition

Vivien Lu and Ashley Tang

Baby doll simulation gives psychology students a taste of parenthood

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