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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 Albert Gu

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

Take a trip back to Victory Road

Albert Gu and Stanley Yip
April 26, 2011

Right on target: Is archery a sport?

Albert Gu
January 16, 2011

The evolution of cheating

Olivia Chock, Wiill Edman, Anoop Galivanche, Albert Gu, Anika Jhalani, and Priya Nookala
January 12, 2011
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School too hard for underclassmen? It gets better

Albert Gu
November 8, 2010

Fifteen students participate in State History Day

Albert Gu
May 31, 2010

Math club grows under strong leadership

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
March 26, 2010
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Seniors declared valedictorian and salutatorian for class of 2010

Albert Gu and Karen Yang
March 15, 2010

Middle College provides junior with freedom

Albert Gu and Karthik Sreedhara
January 26, 2010

Private elementary school standards absurd

Albert Gu
December 14, 2009
Redwood Middle School

Math club reaches out to Redwood Middle School

Albert Gu
October 20, 2009

Chess team retools with younger roster

Albert Gu
September 23, 2009

New adviser helps math club become better organized and more well known

Albert Gu and Anna Shen
May 28, 2009

Hundreds of students prepare for AP exams

Albert Gu and Kevin Mu
April 14, 2009

Math Club continues success

Albert Gu
March 27, 2009
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Poets’ book published on Mutanabbi Anniversary

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
March 19, 2009

Link ends year by making cookies

Albert Gu
December 12, 2008

Chess team continues success with league, tournament wins

Albert Gu
December 12, 2008

Why America is failing math: lack of problem solving

Albert Gu
October 22, 2008

Chess season starts off strong, looks to recruit

Albert Gu and Brian Tsai
October 13, 2008

Senior makes solo debut

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
October 6, 2008

New elections method runs successfully

Albert Gu
September 15, 2008

New elections method runs successfully

Albert Gu
September 12, 2008
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