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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 Ingrid Hong

Falcons project a strong season with new senior players

Ingrid Hong
March 28, 2014

Themed Spring Fling week hopes to encourage more participation

Jonathan Young and Ingrid Hong
March 6, 2014

Banks: new female artist to look out for

Ingrid Hong
March 1, 2014

Jimmy vs. Jimmy

Jonathan Young and Ingrid Hong
January 31, 2014

Field Hockey ends season with drive

Ingrid Hong
November 15, 2013

Problems mount for struggling Falcons

Ingrid Hong
October 10, 2013

Why ‘Suits’ can’t be touched

Ingrid Hong
September 23, 2013
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New face-to-face dance policy stirs controversy

Ingrid Hong and Oksana Trifonova
September 8, 2013

Field hockey playing with fewer players

Ingrid Hong
September 5, 2013

Rose Market meets halfway

Ingrid Hong
May 27, 2013

Boys’ determined to end strong

Ingrid Hong
May 10, 2013

Senior Prom themed “At Last”

Ingrid Hong
May 3, 2013

It’s YiaSSOO good

Ingrid Hong
April 29, 2013
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Boys’ lacrosse display drive at Watsonville Jamboree

Ingrid Hong
March 12, 2013

Le Quy doesn’t let down

Ingrid Hong
March 12, 2013

Red Carpet: the good and the bad

Ingrid Hong
March 12, 2013

Chinese club comes to life

Catherine Tang and Ingrid Hong
March 12, 2013

Can you: fake a proposal as a high schooler?

Ingrid Hong
January 26, 2013

Sushi Heaven lives up to its name

Ingrid Hong
January 21, 2013

Field hockey team suffers tough loss in CCS quarterfinals

Sarah Finley and Ingrid Hong
November 21, 2012
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Chick-Fil-A fulfills high expectations

Ingrid Hong
October 10, 2012
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Field hockey team led by 12 seniors

Sarah Finley and Ingrid Hong
October 9, 2012

Students park it to win it

Ingrid Hong
September 4, 2012

Field hockey team optimistic about upcoming season

Ingrid Hong and Sarah Finley
August 30, 2012

Falcons fall short of qualifying for SCVALs

Ingrid Hong
May 23, 2012

Mexican cuisine sets new standards

Ingrid Hong
May 1, 2012
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Girls’ lacrosse shows major improvements

Ingrid Hong
May 1, 2012
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Freshman and her family develop friendship with Sharks goalie

Ingrid Hong
April 24, 2012

Rea to the rescue: Sophomore does charity work with animals

Ingrid Hong
January 19, 2012

Headphone hierarchy: The most popular high-end headphones from Bose, Dr. Dre, and Ludacris compete to be number one in the competitive headphone market

Ingrid Hong
January 19, 2012

Field hockey: Girls lose to Lancers

Ingrid Hong
December 6, 2011

Kang does Kendo

Ingrid Hong
November 17, 2011

Girls’ field hockey falls to St. Francis in CCS

Ingrid Hong
November 17, 2011

Field hockey: Girls revitalize season

Ingrid Hong
November 3, 2011
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Nit picks on La Vick’s

Ingrid Hong
October 18, 2011

Field Hockey Preview 2011

Ingrid Hong
September 16, 2011

New foreign students arrive from around the world

Ingrid Hong
September 13, 2011

‘Pirates 4’ ratings drop anchor

Ingrid Hong
September 13, 2011
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