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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 Chelsea Leung
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Top MAP works honored at SMASH’N

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 28, 2019

Why is ‘Thotiana’ considered a ‘bad’ song?

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
April 22, 2019
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Alumnus Joel Schneidmiller pursues volleyball career at UC Irvine

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
March 14, 2019

Speech and debate program undergoes leadership overhaul

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 27, 2018

First online issue of Soundings open for submissions

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
November 26, 2018

Boba pizza fascinates and repulses

Chelsea Leung
September 20, 2018

Juniors recognized by teachers at CSF Awards ceremony

Chelsea Leung
May 30, 2018

Science teacher finally finds teaching after multiple jobs

Chelsea Leung and Jeffrey Xu
May 23, 2018

Boys’ volleyball prolongs winning streak

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
May 14, 2018
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More security cameras installed to decrease illegal activities

Chelsea Leung and Jackson Green
April 3, 2018

Maintenance crew and Environmental Club address littering problems on campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

100-word rant: Stop chewing so loudly

Chelsea Leung
February 15, 2018

Boys’ volleyball: Players try to move beyond the Schneidmiller era

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
February 13, 2018

Group seeks to improve equity at school

Chelsea Leung and Emilie Zhou
February 11, 2018

Jazz Cabaret minimized to concert and reception

Chelsea Leung
February 9, 2018

Culture clubs host Lunar New Year celebration

Ava Hooman and Chelsea Leung
February 8, 2018

Agriculture and Environmental clubs seek to improve campus

Chelsea Leung and Kaitlyn Wang
February 8, 2018

School opens two bathrooms as gender-neutral facilities open to students

Andrew Lee and Chelsea Leung
February 8, 2018

The face behind the rally music

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
January 29, 2018

Nguyen recounts following his own dreams

Chelsea Leung
December 11, 2017

Marching band participates in Los Gatos Holiday Parade with Redwood

Chelsea Leung
December 9, 2017

Thompson describes how administration deals with continuing cyberbullying incidents

Allen Chen and Chelsea Leung
December 7, 2017

Outreach commission plans annual Speak Up For Change week

Chelsea Leung
December 7, 2017
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Band wraps up marching season

Chelsea Leung
November 1, 2017

Senior commits to play Division I tennis at UC Irvine

Chelsea Leung
October 30, 2017

ASB moves meetings to fifth period

Jackson Green and Chelsea Leung
October 30, 2017

Hundreds dress up during Red Ribbon Week

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 27, 2017

Social Justice Club seeks to strike down stereotypes through videos

Chelsea Leung
October 19, 2017
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Water polo coach plays professionally, believes in ‘feet in’ instruction

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
September 17, 2017

Lynbrook students give Homecoming their all

Chelsea Leung
September 13, 2017

Band adds dance moves, props and choir to field show

Chelsea Leung
September 12, 2017

Freshman aspires to achieve his dreams in Silicon Valley

Chelsea Leung and Ashley Su
September 11, 2017

Senior’s grandmother recounts escape from North Korea

Chelsea Leung
September 11, 2017

NCL Senior Recognition Event sends off graduating seniors

Chelsea Leung
May 24, 2017

Decline in registration for AP U.S. History

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 18, 2017

Team mom carries food, drinks, communications and team

Chelsea Leung
May 16, 2017
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‘Casting JonBenét’ with character auditions instead of facts

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
May 16, 2017

Common Core standards alter math curriculum

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
March 26, 2017

APES classes visit Año Nuevo State Park

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
March 24, 2017

Teachers enforces school’s tardy policy differently

Frederick Kim and Chelsea Leung
February 10, 2017

Anna Ybarra keeps activities office moving

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 10, 2017

The hidden work behind Bombay in the Bay

Chelsea Leung and Elicia Ye
February 9, 2017
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New basketball coach aims to improve game attendance, enthusiasm

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
February 5, 2017

Marching band prepares for SoCal regionals

Chelsea Leung and Katherine Zhou
October 27, 2016
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Senior verbally commits to WashU for softball

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 26, 2016

Behind the name: Students grapple with their unusual names

Chelsea Leung and Katherine Zhou
October 26, 2016

School board OKs additional day off in October starting next year

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 26, 2016

‘The Birth of a Nation’ leaves viewers sickened but impressed

Chelsea Leung and Alexandra Li
October 23, 2016
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Junior’s short film on feminism to be screened in Times Square venue

Chelsea Leung and Elaine Sun
September 29, 2016

Now a 7th-period class, AP Music Theory sees its enrollment decline

Chelsea Leung
September 27, 2016
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