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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 Ariel Zhou
A collection of a few crochet projects I’ve completed in my free time.

Senior Mag: What to do instead of studying  

Ariel Zhou
May 29, 2024
Maddy practicing lifting Vidhi for one of their stunts, preparing for their coming competition.

Senior Mag 2024: Saratoga High School’s favorite horse girls 

Ariel Zhou
May 29, 2024
Senior Zinnerah Ahmed rushes forward to score a layout against Mountain View on Jan. 24.

Girls’ basketball shows improvement in rebuilding year

Mitchell Chen and Ariel Zhou
February 3, 2024
Crocheting: not just a granny craft

Crocheting: not just a granny craft

Ariel Zhou
December 15, 2023
The atrium lies at the center of the office, allowing sunlight in through the roof.

Historical atrium in office commemorates  impactful parent

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
May 26, 2023
Freshman Somei Ogata prepares a backhand in a match against Bellarmine

Boys tennis’ ends CCS run with semifinal loss to tough Menlo Park team

Daniel Wu and Ariel Zhou
May 16, 2023
Some of the worst characteristics a person can have.

Bottom 10: Worst genres of people at SHS

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
March 16, 2023
Rainbow Magic: The most captivating series for 8-year-old girls

Rainbow Magic: The most captivating series for 8-year-old girls

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
March 16, 2023
Seriously, find a new personality.

App users download personalities off the internet

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
February 13, 2023
Blom and Timmons pose at an ice rink in Palo Alto.

Lovestruck: The Falcon plays matchmaker

Sarah Thomas and Ariel Zhou
February 12, 2023
Co-captains junior Zinneerah Ahmed and senior Tanya Ghai command the court during the Lynbrook game.

Girls’ basketball faces tough losses, CCS prospects unlikely

Christina Chang, Meher Bhatnagar, and Ariel Zhou
January 31, 2023
Should hooking up be considered a norm in our developing generations?

Photo or Graphic for: Hook-up culture promotes unhealthy morals for younger generations

Meher Bhatnagar and Michelle Wan
January 24, 2023

2022 will be remembered as a year of celebrity infidelities

Ariel Zhou and Parav Manney
December 18, 2022
A sample of the wide array of foods Ettan provides.

Photo or Graphic for: Ettan is my new favorite restaurant for Indian food

Meher Bhatnagar
December 13, 2022
Dream’s explosion on social media for simply uncovering his face.

Famed YouTuber’s face reveal exposes downsides of internet fame

Michelle Wan and Ariel Zhou
December 6, 2022
Anzalone subs for an APUSH class while Morelle is on leave.

History teacher takes maternity leave until second semester

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
November 17, 2022
Just a casual day in the Toga parking lot.

Photo or Graphic for: A how-to guide: parking lot etiquette

Michelle Wan
November 16, 2022
A student staring at the bleachers in shock, wondering where everyone is. 

Photo or Graphic for: Dear Toga student section: stop being so lame

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
November 12, 2022
Senior libero Noor Khan hits the ball in their game against Lynbrook. The Falcons ultimately lost 3-0.

Girls’ volleyball pushes through injury-ridden season

Natalie Chua and Ariel Zhou
November 12, 2022
meher name story

Photo or Graphic for: The ups and downs of growing up with an uncommon name

Meher Bhatnagar
November 11, 2022
no racism graphic

Photo or Graphic for: ‘Diverse’ period dramas must choose between fact and fiction

Sarah Thomas
June 5, 2022
Boys’ volleyball player gets ready to serve during a game.

Boys’ volleyball finishes season 0-14

Ariel Zhou
May 30, 2022
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Photo or Graphic for: Drop Shah Rukh Khan for Rajnikanth: Give South Indian movies more hype

Kavya Patel and Sarah Thomas
May 26, 2022

Boys volleyball team seizes second chances

Selina Chen and Ariel Zhou
April 1, 2022
March Madness Graphic

Photo or Graphic for: Team ‘Scottsdale Community College’ takes first in school’s March Madness tourney

Benjamin Li
March 31, 2022
New district official Jamal Splane takes on essential role in school culture

New district official Jamal Splane takes on essential role in school culture

Sarah Thomas and Ariel Zhou
March 23, 2022

Normalize natural bodies: Imperfections are beautiful

Sara Bright and Ariel Zhou
February 6, 2022
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Photo or Graphic for: Intro to Engineering and Intro to CS to be merged next year

Mitchell Chen and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022
Healthy relationships require communication and mutual respect, not external pressure

Healthy relationships require communication and mutual respect, not external pressure

Sarah Thomas and Ariel Zhou
January 20, 2022
Noor and her friend model traditional Pakistani dresses before attending a wedding.

Few in number, Pakistani American students deal with common misunderstandings

Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou
January 12, 2022
Shows for young adults misrepresent serious issues

Shows for young adults misrepresent serious issues

Sarah Thomas and Ariel Zhou
December 1, 2021
Emerson Pak getting ready to pass a serve along with upperclassmen Lisa Fung and Noor Khan.

Freshman adjusts to new team and coach

Ariel Zhou
October 29, 2021

Please avoid these 10 overdone group costumes this Halloween

Sarah Thomas and Ariel Zhou
October 22, 2021
Sophomore Lexi Cleland gets ready to shoot a goal during practice.

Field hockey: Underclassmen called up to bolster team

Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou
October 22, 2021
Early Halloween for Pets

Early Halloween for Pets

Ariel Zhou
October 12, 2021
Girls’ volleyball team warms up for their scrimmage against Del Mar.

Girls’ volleyball team adjusts to new coach and tactics

Ariel Zhou
September 24, 2021
Girl’s team chatting and having fun during a quick break from practice

Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season

Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou
September 10, 2021
Spirit commission pilots genderless Homecoming court

Spirit commission pilots genderless Homecoming court

Ariel Zhou and Sanjoli Gupta
September 9, 2021
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