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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
Addison Ma

Addison Ma, Reporter

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The use of social media allows controversial news to spread and grab the attention of more Americans than ever.

Photo or Graphic for: Social media fuels increasing polarization of American politics

Caleb Yu
December 13, 2024
Pillows, plush animals, and keychains are just a few examples of the limitless possibilities crochet offers.

Want to give a hand-made gift full of meaning? Try Crochet

Addison Ma
December 13, 2024
Peer tutoring in action, sharing knowledge and solving problems together.

Photo or Graphic for: Falcon Family Peer Tutoring: Empowering students through peer support

Sia Bharadhwaj
December 13, 2024
Notifications Graphic

Photo or Graphic for: Top 10: phone notifications

Minghui Zhao
December 3, 2024
The finalized design of the journalism mural.

New student-led journalism mural aims to celebrate free speech and student voice

Addison Ma
December 1, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.

Photo or Graphic for: The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?

Sanyukta Ravishankar
November 12, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.

Photo or Graphic for: Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change

William Norwood
November 5, 2024
California’s legacy admission ban is now enforced in private colleges such as USC and Stanford.

California’s ban on legacy admissions at schools like Stanford levels the playing field

Addison Ma and Medha Sunkara
October 27, 2024
Seeing my fellow Americans struggle with naming basic countries pains my soul.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: What’s up with Americans and geography?

Annika Gho
October 26, 2024
My number one choice- the Cape Leadwort bush near the library.

Top 10 campus plants

Addison Ma
October 26, 2024
Proposition 4 comes to California citizens as a way to finally fight back against years of devastating climate change.

Proposition 4 is a crucial step toward battling California’s climate issues

Addison Ma
October 25, 2024
Someone walking on the sidewalk (where they should)

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: People should walk on sidewalks

Ariia Blanco
October 23, 2024
The process of selecting a medium can often be challenging or confusing for artists.

Digital art vs traditional art: Which is better?

Addison Ma
October 22, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.

Photo or Graphic for: Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts

William Norwood
October 10, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.

Photo or Graphic for: Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools

Kara Nikfar
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.

Photo or Graphic for: Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover

Sanyukta Ravishankar and Angela Tan
September 25, 2024
My pandemic level of monthly letters.

Photo or Graphic for: Hand-written letters are simple beauty

William Norwood
September 18, 2024
Superstitions across the world vary based on traditions and culture all the way from black cats to Friday the 13th.

Photo or Graphic for: Can superstitions boost confidence and performance?

Preksha Jain
September 18, 2024
The Niner’s chaotic offseason has been interesting to watch mainly due to the recently-resolved contract situation of wide-receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

Photo or Graphic for: After a heartbreaking Super Bowl loss, the 49ers are ready to move on

Debesh Das Sharma and Shyar Shah
September 14, 2024
A century’s worth of pollution has led the previously beautiful Seine to fill with bacteria and turn a muddy brown.

2024 Olympic Games expose Paris’ struggles with pollution in the Seine

Addison Ma
September 11, 2024
Boycotting of large brands like Starbucks, McDonalds, and Nestle have been at the forefront of social movements.

Photo or Graphic for: Boycotting presents an effective strategy for tackling modern-day issues

Skyler Mao
September 4, 2024
These low-effort modern art pieces are seen all over fine art museums.

100-word rant: Modern art is a joke

Addison Ma
August 31, 2024
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