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The Holiday Wish Drive Christmas tree placed in front of the entrance of the main office.
Students and staff ensure Holiday Wish Drive ends in success
December 9, 2024
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.
Alumnus reflects on campaign for Congress following defeat
December 5, 2024
Mr. and Mrs. Laws with Finley in their backyard.
English teacher training her puppy to one day be a therapy dog in schools
December 5, 2024
A photo of the car along Camino Rico shortly after the crash.
Accident shows potential dangers for cyclists
December 5, 2024
The“No climbing on roof” sign warns students near the library.
School has made efforts to crack down on students trying to climb onto campus roofs
December 3, 2024
From 1959 to present-day, the Falcon has transitioned from a black-and-white newspaper to a colored magazine and website.
Through the decades: How The Falcon transitioned to new technologies
December 10, 2024
Make sure to include these songs in your Christmas playlist.
Christmas songs for when Mariah Carey’s high notes become mind-numbing
December 10, 2024
“CHROMAKOPIA’s” grayscale cover depicts a masked Tyler with an outstretched hand, a departure from his previous album covers, many of which featured his face alongside distinctive colors.
‘CHROMAKOPIA’ shines a light on the untold stories of adulthood
December 10, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.
What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district
December 8, 2024
Films such as Disney’s 2025 Snow White are redundant and unwanted by audiences.
Hollywood’s dilemma: politics, stereotypes or quality
December 7, 2024
Senior Anisa Taymuree learns her solo dance alongside her choreographer Karen Chien.
Solos allow dance team upperclassmen to explore their individuality
December 9, 2024
Wrestlers must adjust their diets according to their weight
Athletes wrestle with their opponents — and their weight
December 5, 2024
The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the WNBA, with their first game occurring in May 2025.
WNBA expands to Bay Area as league begins a golden age of viewership
December 4, 2024
Longtime fan Sameera Kapur at a San Jose Sharks game
Super fan supports Sharks despite hockey team’s cellar-dwelling ways
December 2, 2024
The cheer team poses for a photo together at the JAMZ competition on Nov. 9.
Cheer places 4th in first competition of the year and qualifies for nationals
November 29, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
The balance of the justice system has teetered due to the corruption.
The U.S. legal system is in need of serious changes — beginning with criminal justice
December 5, 2024
AI can benefit and stimulate growth in many fields including economy, health care, and education.
Hold your concerns, AI will make a better future
December 5, 2024
Teachers who teach the same class but give different tests hurt students' ability to compete and succeed.
Lack of standardization among teachers creates unequal academic playing field
November 27, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
I feel jealous of Santa Claus because he gets to enjoy holiday treats from around the world on Christmas Eve.
I’m a lost Clause for holiday treats
December 10, 2024
A few of the bright red prairie sumac leaves against the sky.
My autumn hobby: ‘capturing’ the fall-ing leaves
December 10, 2024
The annual Christmas pickle tradition continues this year.
It’s not Christmas without finding the family gherkin
December 7, 2024
Macaulay Culkin’s ‘Home Alone’ is undoubtedly the best holiday movie.
My top 10 Christmas movies of all time
December 5, 2024
I’d rather have a blue Christmas than an artificially “warm” Christmas.
I’ll have a blue, blue Christmas
December 3, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Helen Chen

Be my friend: I’ll make you fat

Helen Chen
April 21, 2016

Team looks to repeat last season’s success

Helen Chen
March 28, 2016

Prom do’s and don’ts

Helen Chen
March 21, 2016

Class of 2016 valedictorian, salutatorian announced

Helen Chen and Melissa Magner
February 9, 2016

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

Helen Chen and Eleanor Goh
February 5, 2016

Boys’ volleyball hopes to repeat stellar season

Derek Chen and Helen Chen
February 4, 2016

Geocaching: Reporter seeks hidden treasures

Helen Chen
November 30, 2015

Redditgifts spreads holiday cheer: Online secret Santa provides unique way to exchange presents

Helen Chen
November 30, 2015

Boys’ water polo aims to beat rival for spot in CCS

Helen Chen and Alex Yang
October 29, 2015

Staff editorial: New attendance policies do not solve problems

Helen Chen and Apoorv Kwatra
October 24, 2015

Senior finds home in San Jose coffee shop

Helen Chen
October 20, 2015

Students from China experience newfound freedom at SHS

Helen Chen and Nidhi Jain
September 14, 2015

Falcons sweep Physics Bowl

Helen Chen
May 21, 2015

Prom-O-Drama

Helen Chen
April 23, 2015

Grad’s second startup seeks to connect prospies, hosts

Helen Chen and Spring Ma
April 1, 2015

Being rescinded is rare yet possible for seniors

Helen Chen and Maya Ravichandran
March 30, 2015

Junior strives to complete, publish full-length novel

Helen Chen and Spring Ma
March 27, 2015

Ticketing students unnecessary, futile in attempt to ensure safety

Helen Chen
February 9, 2015

Boys muster through final games of the season

Aditya Chaudhry and Helen Chen
February 9, 2015

Senior pursues career in art, anticipates future at RISD

Helen Chen and Spring Ma
February 5, 2015

Goalkeeper reflects on his years playing soccer

Aditya Chaudhry and Helen Chen
December 5, 2014

Thoughtful gifts leave lasting memories with teachers

Helen Chen and Katherine Sun
December 5, 2014

Fugitive: a game of instinct, agility and thrill

Helen Chen and Andrew Jiang
November 12, 2014

Junior blogger embraces online community

Helen Chen and Spring Ma
November 3, 2014

Seniors prefer private schools over public schools, a growing trend

Helen Chen and Andrew Jiang
October 30, 2014

Senior soars to new heights with model airplane obsession

Helen Chen and Jihau Yu
October 30, 2014

Junior relives childhood, writing with only crayons for a day

Helen Chen
September 18, 2014

Speech and debate helps sophomore blossom

Helen Chen
May 23, 2014

Summer movie time

Aditya Chaudry and Helen Chen
May 2, 2014

Plaza construction moves ahead, expected to be ready for graduation

Helen Chen
May 1, 2014

Seniors scramble for P.E. credits

Helen Chen and Nupur Maheshwari
March 28, 2014

Sports Plaza construction begins, planned to be completed by June

Helen Chen
March 12, 2014

Sophomore’s natural talent and worth ethic aid schoolwork

Helen Chen
March 9, 2014

Girls advance to CCS quarterfinals despite difficult league season

Helen Chen
March 6, 2014

Downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea charms visitors

Helen Chen
March 1, 2014

Girls’ soccer kicking back into shape

Helen Chen and Aditya Chaudhry
January 28, 2014

Yim uses motivational sayings, strict style to inspire students

Helen Chen
January 22, 2014

Ice skater reminisces past experience and continues pursuing sport

Maya Ravichandran and Helen Chen
January 14, 2014

District hopes breaks offer enough relief to arduous October

Helen Chen, Gwynevere Hunger, and Oksana Trifonova
November 19, 2013

High School addiction: Instagram

Helen Chen and Gwynevere Hunger
November 15, 2013

Costumes more provocative due to social media

Helen Chen and Gwynevere Hunger
October 10, 2013

APs should be available to all even freshmen and sophomores

Aditya Chaudhry and Helen Chen
October 9, 2013

Sophomore finds community, fame in Instagram

Helen Chen and Matt Foley
October 4, 2013

Teen Truth Live makes mark on students

Helen Chen
September 10, 2013

Siblings compare, contrast school experiences

Helen Chen
September 6, 2013

School sees improvement in API score

Helen Chen and Atirath Kosireddy
September 5, 2013
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