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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 Bruce Lou
Lou speaks at a campaign fundraiser on June 9. At this event and throughout his campaign, he spoke to San Francisco voters about the importance of public safety and affordability to maintaining a family-oriented community.

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Anthony Luo
December 5, 2024

Senior once again reads for pleasure

Bruce Lou
April 22, 2015

Saratoga rallies to triple crown at tournament

Bruce Lou
April 2, 2014

Competition for summer programs runs intense

Rohan Hardikar and Bruce Lou
February 12, 2014

School cracks down on drug use and sales

Bruce Lou, Grace Ma, and Arman Vaziri
February 12, 2014

‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ — good movie; just don’t bring parents, grandparents or younger siblings

Bruce Lou
February 7, 2014

Improvements made in Code Red drill

Bruce Lou and Arman Vaziri
January 28, 2014

The culture of apathy: Saratogan school spirit dead but revivable

Bruce Lou
December 11, 2013

Outage Followup: School’s power only down for an hour

Ashley Chen, Bruce Lou, Deepthi Sampathkumar, and Shreya Tumu
November 20, 2013

Renowned historian and author of the APUSH textbook speaks

Bruce Lou
October 30, 2013

Renowned historian and author of the APUSH textbook speaks

Bruce Lou
October 30, 2013

History Bowl kicks off the year where it ended last year

Bruce Lou
October 28, 2013

Extra grade point should be removed from honors and AP classes

Bruce Lou and Devin Zhao
September 23, 2013

Junior runs his way to the top

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
September 23, 2013

Sophomore finds success in Taekwondo

Bruce Lou
May 27, 2013

Softball triumphs in first round of CCS, falls short in second

Bruce Lou and Arman Vaziri
May 23, 2013

History Bowl makes history at Nationals

Nick Chow and Bruce Lou
May 10, 2013

Can you become a black belt in one day?

Bruce Lou
April 3, 2013

Students, parents stuck in rat race mentality

Bruce Lou
April 3, 2013
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Orchestra can be more competitive than it may look

Bruce Lou
April 3, 2013

Alumni reflect on previously offered sewing class

Sanj Nalwa and Bruce Lou
March 20, 2013

Weird study habits of the wise

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
March 20, 2013

Orchestra to go to Spain in 2014

Bruce Lou
February 4, 2013

Wrestling team redeems last season’s shortcomings

Michelle Leung and Bruce Lou
February 4, 2013

Junior’s passion for history results in huge success at History Day competition

Bruce Lou
February 2, 2013

Yearbook staff to receive national award for last year’s book

Bruce Lou and Sophie Mattson
February 1, 2013
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Sharon Fong, a hero in the midst of college app season

Bruce Lou
December 13, 2012

Christian Murabito strives to fulfill family wrestling legacy

Michelle Leung and Bruce Lou
December 7, 2012

Birth of a sports fan

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
December 7, 2012

History Bowl team ‘buzzing’ with excitement following victory

Nick Chow and Bruce Lou
December 6, 2012
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Cursive writing should be taught

Bruce Lou and Carolyn Sun
November 21, 2012

XC team heads into CCS and State with high hopes

Bruce Lou and Sudeep Raj
October 28, 2012

Elite members of orchestra perform with Santa Clara Chorale

Bruce Lou
October 27, 2012
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Sophomore experiences Homecoming festivities

Bruce Lou
October 27, 2012

Minimum age for kindergarten beneficial for students

Cristina Curcelli and Bruce Lou
October 17, 2012

Band flies into the season with Macy’s in mind

Bruce Lou and Michelle Shu
September 26, 2012
PJ Yim

Yim’s funny stories contrast with his tough reputation

Bruce Lou
September 19, 2012

Chinese students face make-or-break tests as they advance through school

Bruce Lou
September 19, 2012

Kabir Chandrasekher: O Captain! My Captain!

Bruce Lou and Sudeep Raj
September 19, 2012
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