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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 Alan Cai
The Quiz Bowl team competes at the California Classic on Feb. 17

It’s time to eliminate more ‘ghost clubs’

Alan Cai and Florence Hu
June 3, 2024

Seniors wear college merchandise on Commit Day

Alan Cai and Florence Hu
May 16, 2024
The Saratoga ASB account announced the final ASB appointees on instagram.

New ASB officers elected for next year

Sanjoli Gupta and Alan Cai
March 15, 2024
AP tests: a nightmare for all, a blessing for none.

AP testing stifles creativity and produces few valuable results

Alan Cai
March 15, 2024
Speech and debate wraps up qualifications for Tournament of Champions

Speech and debate wraps up qualifications for Tournament of Champions

Bryan Zhao and Alan Cai
March 15, 2024
New math class announced for next year

New math class announced for next year

Alan Cai
March 14, 2024
Cafeteria employee Marivel Escobedo in the cafeteria.

Cafeteria staff member shares tumultuous journey from prospective Marine to working in education

Alan Cai
March 8, 2024
USABO announces postponement of the Olympiad.

USABO delayed two weeks due to system overflow

Alan Cai
February 8, 2024
One of the originally released editions of “The Old Man and the Sea.”

Top 10 classic novels: what to know if you haven’t read them yet

Alan Cai
January 31, 2024
AMC 12A questions leaked resulting in a disaster for the math community.

AMC 12A test leak underscores new era of low-risk, high-reward cheating

Florence Hu and Alan Cai
January 30, 2024
While empty now, the Falcon Nest is expected to be a casual work space for students before the end of this school year.

School starts construction of Falcon Nest, an outdoor hangout space near the student center

Alan Cai and Aiden Ye
January 25, 2024
The Falcon Bass Choir wrapping up its last practice last year in May.

Renamed Falcon Choir returns with strong freshman and staff additions

Alan Cai
January 24, 2024
"Twelve Years a Slave" (2013).

These films show in-class movies don’t have to be boring

Alan Cai
January 24, 2024
The football team gathers in a huddle on August 25.

Football: a destination worth your time

Alan Cai
December 14, 2023
Television is poison: Don’t let it dominate your life.

Stop watching TV: It’s a covert threat to your time and health

Alan Cai
December 4, 2023
“Almost, Maine” introduces a uniquely-formatted play through an exhilarating series of romantic comedy vignettes.

Vignette-focused fall play offers varied perspectives on love

Alan Cai and Divya Vadlakonda
November 16, 2023
Students fill the student center on a Tuesday night for debate practice.

A new year for speech and debate: new faces, new branches and more hopes for more national tournament bids

Alan Cai and Bryan Zhao
November 8, 2023
The Heat can see light at the end of the tunnel… They can finally breach the gap this year.

Don’t be surprised if the Miami Heat wins it all in ‘23-’24

Alan Cai
November 6, 2023
The packed school parking lot during a school day.

Hot take: It’s time to ban upperclassmen from going off campus for lunch

Alan Cai
November 6, 2023
Sophomore William Huang vigorously plays the game League of Legends during an important class.

Bring Your Own Device policy has fundamental flaws

Alan Cai
September 29, 2023
Freshmen point skyward in the K-pop dance.

Freshmen make strides during quad day performance

Alan Cai
September 21, 2023
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