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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 Anna Shen
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Macesic rolls out copies and fondant

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
February 10, 2011
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Science Club creates Science Bowl team

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010
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Tennis star recruited by Northwestern

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010

Do you believe in magic? (Magic Club appears on campus)

Synthia Ling and Anna Shen
October 14, 2010
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Music department welcomes new band director Seth Jones

Anna Shen
September 22, 2010

Budget problems postponed to 2011-12

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
June 6, 2010
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Little known chess team aims for sixth straight state championship

David Eng and Anna Shen
March 23, 2010

Community expresses concern over budget crisis

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
March 16, 2010
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Community, school discusses budget issues at meetings

Anna Shen and Rebecca Nguyen
February 22, 2010
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As projected deficit for 2010-11 reaches $3 million, district moves closer to action

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
February 1, 2010
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SHS Foundation proves to be an important asset in school’s advancement

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
January 30, 2010
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Giving back

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
January 29, 2010
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U.S. News ranks SHS as 93rd best high school

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
January 21, 2010

Seniors look back on earlier years

Anna Shen
January 19, 2010

District faces projected $1.6 million deficit next year

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

District deficit for next year increases to $2.75 million

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

Guaranteed admission to some UCs brings little comfort to top 4 percent of seniors

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
November 17, 2009

SHS alumnus bestows American flag

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
October 16, 2009

School aims to prevent H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 14, 2009

School gears up for revived H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 13, 2009

SHS receives makeover

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
September 8, 2009

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

Albert Gu and Anna Shen
May 28, 2009

AP statistics projects underway as semester comes to a close

Anna Shen and Abhi Venkataramana
May 22, 2009

SHS band and orchestra continue to do well in the off-season

Anna Shen
April 29, 2009

Link application process turns more selective

Anna Shen and Jenny Zhang
April 16, 2009

Music department receive superior ratings at CMEA

Anna Shen
April 14, 2009

Online university detrimental to students’ education

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
February 12, 2009

Taking a closer look at ISPE

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Saratogans celebrate Chinese New Year

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Saratoga High custodian charged with alleged child molestation

Anna Shen
February 6, 2009

Teenagers should stop ‘lovin it’ and lay off the unhealthy fast food

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 15, 2008

Boys’ basketball begins new season with hard work

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 12, 2008

Service clubs spread holiday cheer

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 8, 2008

Two incumbents win school board election

Anna Shen
November 18, 2008

French students from local schools hold debate

Mary Mykhaylova and Anna Shen
November 3, 2008

Final mock trial team picked

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 27, 2008

SHS Constitution undergoes revision

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 21, 2008

Three vie for two open spots on school board

Anna Shen
October 15, 2008

ASB to reduce number of clubs

Anna Shen
September 17, 2008

ASB to reduce number of clubs

Anna Shen
September 12, 2008
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