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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 Justine Huang

Casting an election opinion

Justine Huang
April 2, 2012

Badminton: Experienced team allows for successful beginnings

Justine Huang
March 29, 2012

An education on education: students give opinions on the pitfalls of the school system

Justine Huang
March 28, 2012

Return of the spoons: Orchestra renews game of Assassin

Justine Huang
March 28, 2012

Badminton coach seeks to unify team

Justine Huang
February 10, 2012

Prestigious college band visits campus

Justine Huang and Joanna Lee
February 9, 2012

Seniors portraits taken in different studio

Justine Huang
September 22, 2011

Track season ends with varsity girls’ success

Justine Huang and Denise Lin
June 12, 2011

A blast from the past: Prom asking evokes 1999 romantic comedy

Justine Huang
May 30, 2011

Summer school meant for make-ups

Justine Huang
May 28, 2011

Volunteers give back at the local level

Justine Huang
May 26, 2011

Track: Ladies prove to be stiff competition at Arcadia

Justine Huang and Denise Lin
April 29, 2011

Track: Ladies prove to be stiff competition at Arcadia

Justine Huang and Denise Lin
April 29, 2011

Track: Team blazes forward amid changes

Arnav Dugar, Justine Huang, and Denise Lin
April 29, 2011

Track: Team blazes forward amid changes

Arnav Dugar, Justine Huang, and Denise Lin
April 29, 2011

History Day qualifiers move on to state

Justine Huang
April 5, 2011

Saratoga saxophones participate in study

Justine Huang
April 1, 2011
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Red Cross Club raises funds for Japan

Justine Huang
April 1, 2011

A different kind of ‘Big Brother’

Justine Huang
March 14, 2011
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Track: Athletes are on the right track

Justine Huang and Denise Lin
March 7, 2011

Reporter takes a peek into firefighters’ demanding jobs

Justine Huang
January 31, 2011

It’s 2010 and there are still no flying cars: The effects of advances in technology

Justine Huang and Dylan Jew
December 10, 2010

Lack of enrollment will lead to cutting of Japanese as language course after 2012

Justine Huang and Vivian LeTran
December 8, 2010

Marching band rained out in finals

Justine Huang and Anshu Siripurapu
December 7, 2010

Rain contributes to band’s struggles in Gilroy competition

Anshu Siripurapu and Justine Huang
October 27, 2010

Music department tries new fundraisers to support trip to Carnegie Hall

Anshu Siripurarpu and Justine Huang
October 22, 2010

Unicorns and Monkeys and Guitars, oh my!

Justine Huang
September 23, 2010
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