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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 Christine Zhang
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MAP raises $25,000 with DoorDash fundraiser

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
January 21, 2021
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Third time’s the charm: Quiz Bowl wins California Cup 3

Christine Zhang
January 19, 2021

McCrystal retires after 22 years in the science department

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
December 12, 2020
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The many reasons to love a printer

Christine Zhang
November 20, 2020
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ASB implements revised club policies for remote learning

Christine Zhang
October 18, 2020
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Gap year or virtual learning?

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
October 15, 2020
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Exhaustion, distractions and stress plague students and faculty

Neeti Badve and Christine Zhang
September 14, 2020
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Thermond to teach at Palo Alto after eight years at SHS

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
May 20, 2020
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Getting good at competitive Pokemon

Justin Guo and Christine Zhang
April 16, 2020
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Junior Prom canceled due to coronavirus

Neeti Badve and Christine Zhang
March 30, 2020
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Similar clubs would benefit from consolidating

Christine Zhang
March 25, 2020

Badminton team starts more rigorous training

Cici Xu and Christine Zhang
February 10, 2020

Science Bowl team wins second place at regionals

Rohan Kumar and Christine Zhang
February 10, 2020

Senior starts company to help limit kids’ screen time

Preston Fu and Christine Zhang
February 6, 2020

As stores drop out of Benefit Fashion Show, commissioners struggle to find replacements

Rohan Kumar and Christine Zhang
January 26, 2020

BDTW has no lasting impacts on school community

Christine Zhang
December 3, 2019

Junior cultivates interest in art through drawing and design

Christine Zhang
November 24, 2019

Upperclassmen opt for fewer classes

Neeti Badve and Christine Zhang
November 24, 2019

Hacking our way to frozen victory

Neeti Badve and Christine Zhang
November 20, 2019

Sports analytics field grows, attracts student interest

Preston Fu and Christine Zhang
October 28, 2019

School aims to open tutoring center after school

Christine Zhang
October 28, 2019

Baseball field grass to be switched to turf by 2021

Alekhya Vadlakonda and Christine Zhang
October 24, 2019

Rocketry Club attracts more members, shoots for progress

Christine Zhang
September 20, 2019

Juniors recreate ‘Teen Beach Movie,’ prepare for Quad Day performance

Alekhya Vadlakonda and Christine Zhang
September 19, 2019
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Outreach commissioner works to restart HOSH

Christine Zhang
September 16, 2019
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Freshman dancer embraces Chinese styles, wins Miss Teen Dance America

Preston Fu and Christine Zhang
September 16, 2019

Senior rebuilds local preschool garden for prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award

Vicky Bai and Christine Zhang
September 16, 2019

Senior teaches financial literacy to underprivileged children

Christine Zhang
September 9, 2019
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Thompson to be moved to LGHS, balancing administrator-to-student ratios between schools

Alekhya Vadlakonda and Christine Zhang
May 29, 2019

Student-led class activities too often waste class time and are ineffective

Christine Zhang
May 24, 2019

Global health club cancels annual volunteer trip to Ecuador

Christine Zhang
May 21, 2019

Badminton: Falcons to remain in upper El Camino division next year, prepare for league finals

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
April 29, 2019

Students partake in prestigious physics and math contests

Christine Zhang
April 25, 2019

Teachers, students prepare for upcoming AP exams

Christine Zhang
April 25, 2019

Art projects fail to enrich learning

Christine Zhang
April 22, 2019

Badminton: Falcons beat Gunn for first league win in a tiebreaker

Jeffrey Xu and Christine Zhang
March 26, 2019

Do tutors help or hinder the learning process?

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
March 19, 2019
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Winter Guard commits to hours of evening rehearsals

Christine Zhang
March 14, 2019

Tiger moms prevent children from leading healthy lifestyles

Christine Zhang
March 14, 2019

Class officers employ restaurant fundraisers

Christine Zhang
March 14, 2019

Cooking turns out easier than expected

Christine Zhang
March 1, 2019

Some freshmen face repercussions from driver’s ed test cheating incident

Jessica Wang, Callia Yuan, and Christine Zhang
January 31, 2019

The parents behind the athletes

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
January 30, 2019

Students participate in annual F=ma physics contest

Christine Zhang
January 28, 2019

Neuroscience club fosters discussions in field topics

Jeffrey Ma and Christine Zhang
January 28, 2019

Voorhees implements annual system of candles

Christine Zhang
January 24, 2019

Calling tests ‘easy’ only hurts others

Christine Zhang
November 27, 2018

Freshman athlete faces expectations due to brother’s reputation

Christine Zhang
November 27, 2018

Girls’ clothes need pockets

Christine Zhang
November 27, 2018

Science Bowl team finishes tryouts, begins implementing new practice strategies

Christine Zhang
November 27, 2018

British freshman adjusts to life in America

Christine Zhang
November 27, 2018

When is a B an F? How high academic expectations skew perceptions of success

Manasi Garg and Christine Zhang
November 26, 2018

Deviating from the norm: Winter formal to be held on campus due to lack of funds

Megan Chen and Christine Zhang
November 26, 2018

Tutoring center provides useful learning space for students

Christine Zhang
October 23, 2018

Junior with cochlear implants connects with deaf community through ASL class

Shama Gupta and Christine Zhang
October 15, 2018

Interact hopes to increase club participation

Christine Zhang
October 15, 2018
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Numerous new club applications lead to changed interview processes

Christine Zhang
October 15, 2018

Movie worksheets are unhelpful, distract from main focus

Christine Zhang
October 12, 2018

CASSY preps to move to center of campus

Manasi Garg, Alekhya Vadlakonda, and Christine Zhang
September 10, 2018

School welcomes alum back as comp sci teacher

Callia Yuan and Christine Zhang
September 10, 2018

Administration implements new hall rules in effort to stop JUULing on campus

Ananya Vadlakonda and Christine Zhang
September 10, 2018
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Rodriguex returns to teach one class after retiring in June

Christine Zhang
September 4, 2018
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