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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 Eleanor Goh

Long takes a deep dive into filmmaking

Eleanor Goh
May 4, 2018

Junior drum major excels as a young leader

Caitlyn Chen and Eleanor Goh
September 13, 2017

Winter percussion looks forward to successful wrap-up

Eleanor Goh
March 28, 2017

More than just a fundraiser: Jazz Cabaret brings community together

Eleanor Goh and Esha Lakhotia
March 24, 2017

AP signups moved a month earlier to avoid ‘Bubble Fest’

Eleanor Goh
February 14, 2017

Colleges welcome students on special weekend programs

Eleanor Goh and Ashley Su
February 9, 2017

AP signups moved a month earlier to avoid ‘Bubble Fest’

Eleanor Goh
February 8, 2017

SHS Spanish classes provide a smooth transition to college-level courses

Eleanor Goh and Ava Hooman
February 6, 2017
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Self-taught sophomore singer places third at Saratoga Idol

Eleanor Goh and Elicia Ye
December 8, 2016

Accelerated BA/MD and BS/MD programs: a ticket to medical school

Eleanor Goh and Esha Lakhotia
November 29, 2016

Polling: a generalization unrepresentative of voters’ opinions

Eleanor Goh
November 26, 2016

Senior racer takes driving to the extreme

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
October 27, 2016

Mohnike recounts joys and challenges of raising a child with special needs

Cassandra King and Eleanor Goh
October 25, 2016

Senior hammer thrower recounts five years of throwing

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
September 23, 2016
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Sophomore chess champion shares expertise

Eleanor Goh and Ami Nachiappan
September 21, 2016

Snapchat’s ‘anime’ lens: a show of poor judgment

Eleanor Goh
September 14, 2016

The Olympics are an elitist institution

Eleanor Goh and Cassandra King
September 8, 2016

Torrens to assume Marshburn’s duties as activities director next year

Eleanor Goh
May 19, 2016

Attendance secretary to return from maternity leave

Eleanor Goh
April 27, 2016

Zero Robotics: the junction between coding and astronomy

Eleanor Goh
April 27, 2016

Yizkor, to remember: Third-generation Holocaust survivor recounts family history

Helen Chen and Eleanor Goh
February 5, 2016

Electives Night gives Class of 2020 insight into school programs

Eleanor Goh
February 3, 2016

Unwell or unprepared? Attendance rates suffer as students call in ‘sick’

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
January 31, 2016

Reporters take closer look at Golden Gate City

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
January 26, 2016

Mock funerals not the answer to Silicon Valley suicides

Olivia Lu and Eleanor Goh
January 25, 2016

Junior wins Saratoga Idol

Eleanor Goh and Trevor Leung
December 7, 2015

Leadership class teams with club to provide tutoring for finals

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Lee
December 7, 2015

High heels and haute couture

Nupur Maheshwari and Eleanor Goh
November 26, 2015

Holiday gift guide for everyone in your life

Eleanor Goh and Caitlin Ju
November 17, 2015

PSAT to be administered during school hours

Eleanor Goh
September 17, 2015

Photography Club restructured after restarting

Eleanor Goh and Rachel Zhang
September 17, 2015

YouTube: where career opportunities are created

Eleanor Goh and Michelle Koo
September 9, 2015
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