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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

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TikTok-themed picnic goes awry

Justin Guo and Amanda Zhu
March 4, 2021
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Save your tears: The Weeknd’s Super Bowl performance fell flat

Anjali Nuggehalli and Amanda Zhu
February 12, 2021
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Capricorn examines her stars for a week

Amanda Zhu
January 21, 2021
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Winter break: home edition

Amanda Zhu
January 16, 2021
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Excessive free time creates an unhealthy horror movie fascination

Amanda Zhu
January 16, 2021
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Rants

Amanda Zhu and Stephanie Sun
December 7, 2020
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Top 10 things to be thankful for as 2020 ends

Amanda Zhu
December 7, 2020
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Students’ relationships endure burden of political polarization

Avani Kongetira and Amanda Zhu
December 1, 2020
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Ariana Grande’s ‘Positions’ details a new era of finding love after struggles

Amanda Zhu
November 19, 2020
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It’s raining cats and dogs: Seeking a furry companion in the midst of a pandemic

Hannah Lee and Amanda Zhu
November 4, 2020

The nuances of Gen Z texting conventions, explained xd

Amanda Zhu
October 13, 2020
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Cue up a ‘Harry Potter’ marathon: a Halloween tradition

Amanda Zhu
October 13, 2020
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Influencers face backlash for partying during pandemic

Apurva Chakravarthy and Amanda Zhu
September 9, 2020
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My sesquipedalian quest

Amanda Zhu
September 5, 2020
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Juice WRLD proves ‘Legends Never Die’ in posthumous album

Amanda Zhu
September 4, 2020
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Humanities teachers struggle to restructure classes

Alekhya Vadlakonda and Amanda Zhu
April 29, 2020
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Spreading positivity or encouraging superficiality?

Amanda Zhu
April 14, 2020
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Class stereotypes hold merit but too general; leave individuals feeling misrepresented

Amanda Zhu
April 2, 2020
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Yeah, dying is scary but have you ever thought about your nail falling off?

Amanda Zhu
March 31, 2020

Saratoga High’s first 60 years: former Falcon turned College ‘Jeopardy!’ contestant in 2010

Michael Wong and Amanda Zhu
February 11, 2020

Athletes say healthy bulking bolsters performance

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 10, 2020

How to pretend you’re not single on Valentine’s Day

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 7, 2020

How to soft reject someone you still want as a backup

Justin Guo and Amanda Zhu
February 1, 2020

‘Jack-of-all-trades’ Jarrett takes on role as new campus supervisor

Neeti Badve and Amanda Zhu
December 9, 2019

5-Minute crafts or 1-Hour craft?

Michael Wong and Amanda Zhu
December 6, 2019

Holiday music spreads Christmas joy all year long

Jun Lee and Amanda Zhu
December 5, 2019

What’s the difference between Honors/AP and regular classes? A lot

Aaria Thomas and Amanda Zhu
November 18, 2019

Seeing without glasses but not really

Amanda Zhu
October 24, 2019

Weekly boba runs: a tradition

Amanda Zhu
September 20, 2019

TLC encourages sense of community, provides alternative learning environment

Kavita Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
September 19, 2019

Girls’ tennis wraps up early season, doesn’t attend annual tourney

Andrew Lee and Amanda Zhu
September 19, 2019

AirPods 2.0: Expensive doesn’t always mean better

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
May 28, 2019

Sneaking into a R-rated movie

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
May 21, 2019

Math teacher opts to teach in San Diego area next year

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
April 3, 2019
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Eating like an elf: sweet poison for humans?

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
April 3, 2019

Rainy week leads to postponing of Spring Fling activities

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
April 2, 2019

New GSA club discusses LGBTQ issues

Sandhya Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
April 1, 2019

WiSTEM plans outreach event for middle schoolers

Sandhya Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
February 14, 2019

Accounting for pluses and minuses in GPA beneficial

Sofia Jones and Amanda Zhu
February 12, 2019

Movies to get you through post-V Day sadness

Amanda Zhu and Angelina Chen
February 12, 2019

How to get the true winter experience

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
January 31, 2019

Ten Ren Tea: worth it or not?

Amanda Zhu and Angelina Chen
January 28, 2019

The time for the school to offer business classes is long overdue

Amanda Zhu
December 12, 2018

Finals schedule sparks different viewpoints

Angelina Chen and Amanda Zhu
December 12, 2018

Jamba Juice secret menu is refreshing any time of year

Neeti Badve, Angelina Chen, and Amanda Zhu
December 4, 2018

Girls’ tennis: Falcons battle injuries as they head to CCS

Amanda Zhu and Angelina Chen
October 30, 2018

Girls’ tennis: Falcons trying to take flight in early season

Amanda Zhu and Angelina Chen
September 25, 2018

Open-campus Club Fair to span two days

Amanda Zhu and Sandhya Sundaram
September 25, 2018

Unpopular Opinions: Sleep is for the Weak

Amanda Zhu
September 20, 2018

Will love prevail? Three celebrity couples and their chances at survival

Amanda Zhu
September 20, 2018
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