Community employs several efforts to protect LGSUHSD’s educational quality May 5, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Through Measure A, the LGSUHSD and Saratoga community hopes to provide competitive salaries for teachers. read more » I finally understand why people sign up for Track May 5, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After trying one of the sports I had never imagined I’d propose to do willingly, joining a track and field practice was not as bad as expected. read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang By learning their heritage language, the history of their country and the traditional customs, first-generation students are connecting the split ends of their cultures. read more » Our journey of building better sleep habits March 27, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin By sleeping and waking up earlier, we became more productive and energetic. read more » Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association March 18, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Nicole Lee The ceremony took place in New York City on March 15. read more » Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
I finally understand why people sign up for Track May 5, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After trying one of the sports I had never imagined I’d propose to do willingly, joining a track and field practice was not as bad as expected. read more » Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang By learning their heritage language, the history of their country and the traditional customs, first-generation students are connecting the split ends of their cultures. read more » Our journey of building better sleep habits March 27, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin By sleeping and waking up earlier, we became more productive and energetic. read more » Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association March 18, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Nicole Lee The ceremony took place in New York City on March 15. read more » Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Beyond family traditions: How classes and clubs help students stay connected to their cultures May 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang By learning their heritage language, the history of their country and the traditional customs, first-generation students are connecting the split ends of their cultures. read more » Our journey of building better sleep habits March 27, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin By sleeping and waking up earlier, we became more productive and energetic. read more » Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association March 18, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Nicole Lee The ceremony took place in New York City on March 15. read more » Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Our journey of building better sleep habits March 27, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin By sleeping and waking up earlier, we became more productive and energetic. read more » Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association March 18, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Nicole Lee The ceremony took place in New York City on March 15. read more » Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association March 18, 2024 — by Sam Bai and Nicole Lee The ceremony took place in New York City on March 15. read more » Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Teachers and district officials negotiating contract for next year March 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee The policies agreed on three years ago will expire at the end of this school year. read more » A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
A search for musical excellence overcomes age differences March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee From a student-teacher mentorship to now working coworkers, music teachers Michael Boitz and Jason Shiuan have forged a strong friendship read more » Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Junior integrates several types of media to spark change March 14, 2024 — by Nicole Lee Through social media, writing and photography, Annette Li hopes to uplift voices in mental health stigma and women in STEM. read more » Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Noodle, noodle on the tongue, what’s the spiciest flavor of them all? March 13, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood and Divya Vadlakonda Some prove too intense even for those who love spicy flavors. read more » The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned March 11, 2024 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood Each spring the geese wander onto campus, yet too many students hate on their migration. read more » Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Rain, while sometimes inconvenient, sustains us March 7, 2024 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Rain is fundamental to everything we do, so next time you think about complaining about the weather, put a little respect on its name. read more » Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Please stop adding an extra “s” to anyway February 4, 2024 — by Nicole Lee There’s no reason to do it anyway. read more » Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines February 3, 2024 — by Sanjoli Gupta and Nicole Lee The addition of strikes and tracking club minutes this year helps weed out uncommitted clubs. read more » Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Amateurs’ kitchen: Combining sweets and salts in a meal and not loving the results January 24, 2024 — by William Norwood, Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Fusion cooking is much harder in practice than in theory. read more » A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
A farewell to my 20 chickens: I will miss your company January 21, 2024 — by Nicole Lee After living with you for one and a half years, our parting was bittersweet. read more » Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Top 10: Geese on campus January 16, 2024 — by Nicole Lee They are a heart-touching presence throughout the campus. read more » The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD December 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee, William Norwood, Sarah Thomas and Isabelle Wang Starting off our Thanksgiving break with 3,000 calories worth of sushi, tempura and cantaloupes. read more » Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems November 16, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood Juniors Riley Adler and Adrienne Chung, along with several parents and teachers, are spearheading a campaign for the school to replace its outdated HVAC system from 1959. read more » Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Gerrymandering undermines democracy November 15, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Ruiyan Zhu Fixing voting lines for political and other reasons can cause problematic disparities. read more » Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil November 9, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Although a helpful tool, they can be even better if used as a means of teaching instead of testing. read more » Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition November 6, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Caitlin Stoiber Junior Aiden Chen’s art exhibit in the Saratoga Library demonstrated his work toward saving bird species from dangerous light pollution through advocacy for AB 38. read more » Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Girls’ tennis team regains momentum after loss of key players from last season September 29, 2023 — by Florence Hu and Nicole Lee Last year’s three best singles players left to train individually for competitive tennis. read more » Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee If your hair got too expensive to maintain, would you put plastic in your head? While real grass brings several benefits to both the community and to the environment, artificial turf brings with it a myriad of harmful byproducts. read more » Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Although climate change exacerbated Maui fires, faulty power lines are prime offenders September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Other cities and counties should refer to Maui County’s lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric when dealing with arson offenders. read more » Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Davey continues father’s coaching legacy September 29, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Inspired by his father’s coaching at Santa Clara University, Stanford and UC Berkeley, Davey decides to take on more responsibilities by coaching two school teams. read more » A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and William Norwood A COVID-19 pet turns into a classroom-wide joy to share. read more » Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Finding a path forward in the arts in a STEM-obsessed community September 28, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Victoria Lin Chan presents her cardboard and paper pieces from her art portfolio class. read more » Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong September 25, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Whenever I visit my grandparents and relatives, the differences between Saratoga and Hong Kong never get old. read more » Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Sparkling water is trying too hard September 21, 2023 — by Victoria Lin and Nicole Lee Why would anyone pay extra for bubbles of air? read more » A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
A perfectly timed fire drill precedes actual fire situation the next day September 5, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Students gathered on the upper and lower fields after a faulty CPU unit started a fire in a room used by SHSTV. read more » Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Teachers raise concerns over district’s move to enforce longer school time hours May 27, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Zack Zhang Teachers spoke out at an early May school board meeting. read more » Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly May 26, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Kelsey Zhang won CIF with a 52.94 time. read more » Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Why fishing is my favorite family tradition May 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Fishing, geoduck-digging and giving our fresh catches to friends and family. read more » Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Cleanliness is overrated May 20, 2023 — by Nicole Lee Welcome to my chaotic yet “organized” room. read more » Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Opinion: Mental health should be a major consideration when choosing colleges March 14, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Aiden Ye Elite colleges should offer help to those with health issues instead of treating them as an inconvenience. read more » Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Throwing food at famous paintings doesn’t solve our climate crisis March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Climate change activists’ attempts to raise awareness through annoying and pointless tactics just generate negative press for otherwise legitimate efforts of climate advocacy. read more » How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
How to organize a fun-filled movie night on a $30 budget March 7, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang A home movie marathon, combined with cheap eats and fluffy blankets, is the perfect way to start your weekend. read more » Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break February 12, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Amy Luo Roughly 12,000 flights in the United States were canceled due to severe winter storms that struck this winter. read more » From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
From surveys to substance: 3 teachers tell how they craft recommendation letters February 6, 2023 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Throughout the long and thoughtful process of crafting college and summer recommendation letters, teachers Amy Keys, PJ Yim and Matthew Welander find ways to incorporate student input. read more » Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Microcosm of Russia’s human rights violations: Ukraine conductor dead after refusing to cooperate January 22, 2023 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Ukrainian conductor Yuriy Kerpatenko refused to lead a concert touting the Russian government’s propaganda of improved, peaceful life conditions in Kherson, Ukraine. Contradicting the message of the planned performance, he was later shot by Russian authorities. read more » Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Top 10: assignment due dates January 18, 2023 — by Nicole Lee The reason I stay productive. read more » As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
As term draws to an end, Mayor Tina Walia recounts her favorite memories and accomplishments in office December 15, 2022 — by Sunny Cao and Nicole Lee Despite initial reservations, mayor Tina Walia ran for city council in November 2020 and has volunteered to take part in numerous programs aimed at helping the community. She recaps her journey to an unexpected position in office. read more » Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran December 13, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Long-standing tensions over women’s modesty in Iran erupted into protests after Mahsa Amini’s death in government custody. read more » Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Fighting arts provide structure and inspiration to athletes December 4, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Senior Sohum Bhan and sophomore Naema Ogata spend their afternoons learning specific moves in wrestling and judo. read more » School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies November 17, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Parents will rehearse the evacuation simulation with students and teachers on campus next semester. read more » Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Sophomore offers glimpse into her native Kazakh cuisine November 15, 2022 — by Nicole Lee While Kazakh cuisine is not very well-known, its unique flavors and health benefits are worth learning about. read more » All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
All you need to know about the Nov. 8 Saratoga City Council election: a look into the five candidates running November 7, 2022 — by Sunny Cao, Saachi Jain, Nicole Lee Belal Aftab, Bill Dalton, Chuck Page, Priya Shastri and Yan Zhao provide insight on their qualifications and campaign stances. read more » Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Fall marching band season requires strong time management October 26, 2022 — by Nicole Lee Students share personal strategies to balancing rigorous schoolwork and 14+ hours of practice a week. read more » Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste September 28, 2022 — by Nicole Lee COVID tests are still a relevant thing today. read more » 2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
2 students defy overscheduled stereotype over the summer September 25, 2022 — by Nicole Lee and Isabelle Wang Sophomore Annette Li and junior Isabella Wang explore music creation and oil painting in their free time. read more » Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
Top 10: numbers September 23, 2022 — by Nicole Lee The obviously right opinion on a highly debated topic. read more » Visuals by Nicole May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
May 5, 2024: I finally understand why people sign up for Track Juniors Nicole Lee, Amy Pan, and Anjali Biju getting ready for a track warmup. March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
March 18, 2024: Falcon wins Silver Crown Award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association A wall in the journalism room showcasing many of the awards the Falcon has won in the past 65 years since its establishment. March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
March 11, 2024: The geese on campus should be celebrated, not scorned The two geese on campus waddling around the front entrance of the school. February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
February 3, 2024: Club commissioners aim to enforce stricter guidelines A graph of the overall trend of an increasing number of clubs in ASB each year from 2018 to 2023. December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
December 20, 2023: The QUIET SHY somehow carried the BRITISH CHAD Nicole, William, Sarah and Isabelle smile happily over food. November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
November 16, 2023: Gym HVAC advocates shift aims to improving current systems Athletes have been struggling with extreme temperatures in the gym due to an antiquated HVAC system. November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
November 15, 2023: Gerrymandering undermines democracy When 100 votes are grouped into the following districts of 10, a 60-40 win for square-heads can become a 6-4 loss for square-heads. November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
November 9, 2023: Daily quizzes aren’t inherently evil The studying required to cram memory-based facts into short-term memory does not help in the long-term. November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
November 6, 2023: Junior’s passion to protect birds showcased through painting exhibition A few of Aiden’s bird paintings found on his website. September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
September 29, 2023: Staff editorial: It’s time to rethink the value of artificial turf fields A graphic of the potential dangers of running in burning hot artificial turf. September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
September 28, 2023: A furry friend in the Spanish classroom provides students with emotional relief Zumi standing up on her two hind legs to feed on a piece of celery. September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
September 25, 2023: Traveling to my second home planet: Hong Kong A collage of some of the dimsum dishes I ate in Hong Kong. May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
May 22, 2023: Why fishing is my favorite family tradition Ten year old me holding up a yellowtail in a boat at sea. May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
May 20, 2023: Cleanliness is overrated A photo showing an example of the state of my messy desk. February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
February 12, 2023: Flight cancellations disrupt traveling plans over the holiday break People wait in line and hear about their multiple canceled flights. January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
January 18, 2023: Top 10: assignment due dates A Journalism self-evaluation being turned in late. December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
December 13, 2022: Community weighs in on women’s rights abuse in Iran A woman cuts off chunks of her hair in support of Iranian women. November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
November 17, 2022: School practices evacuation simulations for major emergencies The danger of chaos to be avoided using the school’s new evacuation simulation. September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers
September 28, 2022: Inspire PCR testing: a resource that shouldn’t go to waste Sign pointing to the COVID testing stations September 23, 2022: Top 10: numbers 10 in numbers