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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
Clara Choi

Clara Choi, Reporter

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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’

Clara Choi and Ethan Lee
December 14, 2024
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.

Photo or Graphic for: What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?

Ethan Lee
December 13, 2024
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.

Photo or Graphic for: I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats

Evangelina Stepanchenko
December 10, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.

Photo or Graphic for: What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district

Madhura Natarajan
December 8, 2024
On Nov. 18 at the m101, the percussion students rehearse from 5:30-7:30 p.m. under the instruction of percussion director Sean Clark in preparation for their preview concert and the Midwest Clinic.

Percussion group prepares to attend the Midwest Clinic for the first time in school history

Clara Choi
December 2, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.

Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed

Clara Choi
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.

Photo or Graphic for: Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings

November 11, 2024
We all know that feeling of dread and anger when writing up a lengthy essay.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: Projects are superior to in-class essays

Seabert Mao
October 27, 2024
On the left, the students in Neha Tadikamalla’s Dental Assisting course study. On the right, Lisa Chow and her classmates are in the Animation class.

SVCTE offers opportunities for career education

Clara Choi and Ethan Lee
October 27, 2024
I’m more than ready to bash up the vegetables with my spoon and fork.

Photo or Graphic for: 100-word rant: Vegetables are disgusting

Ethan Lee
October 27, 2024
In the novel, Roz decides to leave the island in order to protect the animals from the robots trying to find her.

Photo or Graphic for: ‘The Wild Robot’ movie adaptation lives up to the novel

Evangelina Stepanchenko
October 27, 2024
My favorite teddy bears and I have made plenty of good memories over the years — and their origin story is better than mine.

From trash can to happy home: a tale of two teddy bears

Clara Choi
October 21, 2024
Group dance carries the show with energetic dance moves and smiles on their faces.

Juniors navigate low rehearsal attendance and participation for their quad day

Ashni Pillai and Clara Choi
October 20, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025

Clara Choi and Anthony Luo
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.

Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships

Clara Choi and Caitlin Stoiber
September 30, 2024
In May of 2022, baseball player Samanyu Ram stands on Saratoga’s home field after a CCS win against St. Thomas More.

Senior commits to NYU’s Division III baseball program

Clara Choi and Isabelle Wang
September 19, 2024
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