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Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Students dance to the music in the moshpit on Dec. 7.
Winter Formal at Gilroy Gardens garners positive feedback
December 14, 2024
Many seniors feel frustrated with the lack of a consistent counselor.
Students last names A-F have faced struggles with guidance counselor turnovers in past two years
December 13, 2024
In recent years, an increasing number of students have applied early to college.
Class of ’25 sees an increased number of early college applicants
December 13, 2024
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
AP Physics teachers Tom Casavant and Matthew Welander discuss a change in their upcoming lesson plans.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
December 13, 2024
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.
What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?
December 13, 2024
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow
For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment
December 13, 2024
Falcons look to defend Notre Dame’s free kick during home game on Dec. 10.
Girls’ soccer defeats Notre Dame Knights 3-2, still undefeated in pre-season
December 13, 2024
49ers’ head coach and former SHS student, Kyle Shanahan, sits in grief after the team suffered a rough 24-23 loss to the Cardinals on Oct. 6.
49ers hobble through losing season
December 12, 2024
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
The use of social media allows controversial news to spread and grab the attention of more Americans than ever.
Social media fuels increasing polarization of American politics
December 13, 2024
The fast fashion industry really is Hell.
‘Brandy Hellville’ documentary reveals fast fashion as a devil in disguise
December 12, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
A super cool pineapple
Top 10: Fruits
December 14, 2024
My perfect Christmas tree where these gifts go under.
Top 10: Best Christmas Gifts
December 13, 2024
I contemplate between two different Owala FreeSip colors at Target.
My journey to find the perfect water bottle ends with Owala
December 13, 2024
Christmas music is fine no matter what season you’re in.
Christmas music can be played, shamelessly, any time of the year
December 13, 2024
The perfect place to be during Christmas.
Christmas is just horrible without snow
December 13, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Aaron Choi

As colleges send acceptances, seniors face tough decisions

Aaron Choi and Ava Hooman
April 1, 2018

Girls’ soccer: Team won’t make CCS but has improved season

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Club commissioner saw problems and worked to fix them

Esha Lakhotia and Aaron Choi
February 9, 2018

SHSTV Jan. 19, 2018 Broadcast

Aaron Choi and Nick Phan
January 19, 2018

Winter Formal draws 520 but also goes over budget

Stephen Ding and Aaron Choi
December 13, 2017

Drama majors face unique college application process

Ava Hooman and Aaron Choi
December 11, 2017

Girls’ soccer starts season with a 7-0 win

Aaron Choi and Alexandra Li
December 11, 2017

New school resource officer works to forge connections

Aaron Choi and Stephen Ding
November 1, 2017

Top 10 ways to procrastinate on college apps

Aaron Choi, Pranav Ahuja, and Stephen Ding
September 27, 2017

Golf team sends three to CCS

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
May 30, 2017

Bar Mitzvah: transitioning to adulthood in the Jewish community

Aaron Choi and Esha Lakhotia
May 24, 2017

Boys’ golf team hopes to regain chance for league tournament

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
March 28, 2017

Pi Day: a successful and fun new fundraiser

Aaron Choi and Ryan Kim
March 24, 2017

From the ‘50s to now: the evolution of Saratoga’s downtown

Aaron Choi and Elicia Ye
March 24, 2017

Feb. 17, 2017

Patrick Li and Aaron Choi
February 17, 2017

Junior raises money for leukemia research

Aaron Choi and Amith Galivanche
February 13, 2017

Boys’ golf team faces new challenges

Aaron Choi and Christopher Lee
February 10, 2017
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Senior overcomes stage fright at Saratoga Idol, finishing second

Aaron Choi and Cassandra King
December 13, 2016

Junior learns to love Christmas again through shaving cream and other practical gifts

Aaron Choi
December 9, 2016

Review: Sophomores’ CARS are the STARS of Homecoming day

Aaron Choi
October 9, 2016

Oct. 7, 2016

Aaron Choi and Mary Maccoun
October 7, 2016

Sophomore takes shoe collecting hobby to the extreme

Aaron Choi and Neil Rao
September 23, 2016

iPhone 7: a waste of money

Ryan Kim and Aaron Choi
September 22, 2016
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