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Ethan Lee

Ethan Lee, Reporter

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The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.

SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival

In a historic trip for the school, the students enjoyed performing in a national conference alongside experiencing the city of Atlanta and its culture.
Will students ever fully regain lost ground?

The lasting impact of pandemic learning loss: How COVID-19 reshaped education for a generation

Despite Saratoga High School’s academic proficiency, pandemic learning loss has left its mark — especially in math, where enrollment patterns and drop rates reveal the lasting impact of disrupted education.
Sophomore Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani warms up before a scrimmage.

Promising freshmen primed boost boys’ tennis team’s chances

The Falcons reached the NorCal Championship in the 2023-24 season; they think they could do even better this year.
The quartet performs at the Navy Band International Saxophone Symposium’s High School Honors Recital on Jan. 11.

Sonarus Quartet takes saxophone performance to the next level

Since they formed nearly two years ago, this skilled school-independent group has found notable musical successes.
Principal double bassist senior Ian Kim, music directors Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan and interim orchestra director Joni Swenson rehearse with the Saratoga Strings on Feb. 24.

Orchestra prepares to make a historic debut at national conference in Atlanta later this month

The orchestra is overcoming obstacles and making their final touches to its performance program.
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.

Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine

Kudos to my mother for initiating my obsession with TV shows, specifically Korean dramas back when I was 3 years old.
Huang and Vasilyeva’s current, most-viewed reels.

Two junior musicians gain and build connections through their popular social media accounts

Juniors Jeremy Huang and Barbara Vasilyeva motivate fellow musicians to share their practice sessions and growth on social media.
Wang and Kim hold their instruments.

From audition to acceptance: Two seniors commit to Northwestern’s Bienen School of Music

After the dreaded months of auditions and applications, David Kim and Brandon Wang reflect on their successful application process.
Our tasty frozen yogurts.

The perfect dessert shop for soft frozen yogurt

Craving to try out a wide variety of desserts? Auzzy the Bear might just be the place to go.
Yeung trains at a Marine infantry tactic course the summer of 2024.

Following his calling, senior seeks military path at Naval Academy

Senior Hanness Yeung hopes to become a Marine officer.
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.

Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’

Aldrete has been performing in drama productions since elementary school, and has found an incredible passion for the art form.
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.

What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?

The Saratoga Falcon Instagram account surveyed 78 students and found out.
The locations of five printers open for student use on campus.

Need to print with speed on campus?

These five spots are here for whatever you need.
On the left, the students in Neha Tadikamalla’s Dental Assisting course study. On the right, Lisa Chow and her classmates are in the Animation class.

SVCTE offers opportunities for career education

For three hours every weekday, Neha Tadikamalla takes classes in Dental Assisting and Lisa Chow takes classes in Animation in Silicon Valley Career Technical Education.
Sophomores Alma Garniek and Sia Bharadhwaj performed during the group dance.

Sophomore quad day thrives with a boost in participation

The Class of 2027’s theme revolved around the murder mystery game “Clue.”
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.

Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to

The only correct classical music playlist for letting your tears out, a warm hug, or anyone with insomnia.
Sadie climbing at a Qualification Event (QE) competition, at Metal Mark in Fresno

Freshman climber works to elevate her skills

Sadie McBeth’s passion for the sport began thanks to a friend’s birthday party invitation.
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