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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

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All content by Isabelle Yang

Badminton team hopes to bounce back with rebuilt team

Jeffrey Xu and Isabelle Yang
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Confession of a salted cheese addict

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December 7, 2017

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September 12, 2017
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Photo or Graphic for: Severe decline in sports donations jeopardizes programs

Ashley Feng
May 3, 2017

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Olivia Lu and Isabelle Yang
April 28, 2017

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Pranav Ahuja, Angela Lee, Kyle Wang, and Isabelle Yang
March 13, 2017

Immigrant-American identity should be based around democratic participation

Isabelle Yang
March 7, 2017

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Isabelle Yang
January 22, 2017
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Fail now, not later: Let the students drive

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November 18, 2016
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Photo or Graphic for: Band a time-consuming but valuable aspect of senior’s life

Elizabeth Lee and Jay Kim
October 15, 2016

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October 13, 2016
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Photo or Graphic for: Dance team: veterans look back on four year journey

Caitlin Ju and Alexandra Li
September 26, 2016
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Photo or Graphic for: Vendor change means cafeteria pizza is smaller but still the same price

Pranav Ahuja and Julia Miller
September 12, 2016
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Photo or Graphic for: Rally commission to hold five rallies this school year

Harshini Ramaswamy
September 8, 2016

Are classics worth reading?

Isabelle Yang
September 8, 2016

Columnists: Double standards for female athletes made obvious at Rio

Amulya Vadlakonda and Isabelle Yang
September 7, 2016

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Angela Lee and Isabelle Yang
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Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
May 21, 2016

Badminton team prepares for tough games ahead

Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
April 27, 2016

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Isabelle Yang
April 25, 2016

Scanners are not the way to increase class spirit

Claire Rhee and Isabelle Yang
April 18, 2016

Badminton team learns from early losses

Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
March 16, 2016

My visor hat: the L(uv) of my Life

Isabelle Yang
March 16, 2016

Abortion regulations arbitrary, unjust

Vibha Seshadri and Isabelle Yang
March 10, 2016

PSA: My name is Isabelle, not Elizabeth

Isabelle Yang
March 2, 2016

Transracialism isn’t real

Isabelle Yang
January 21, 2016

No(ah) thank you: Trevor Noah is ill-suited for famed late-night show

Isabelle Yang
January 13, 2016

Bacon: not a hidden menace anymore

Isabelle Yang
November 11, 2015

The evolution of rallies

Caitlyn Chen and Isabelle Yang
November 10, 2015

Golf is challenging, but it doesn’t meet the definition of a real sport

Isabelle Yang
October 9, 2015

Target misses the target when it comes to gender issues

Isabelle Yang
September 4, 2015
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