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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 Karen Sung

32 seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Nick Chow and Karen Sung
September 11, 2013
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The story of how I became a Directioner

Karen Sung
September 4, 2013
Student Reaction

Students react to arrests, media blitz in Pott sexual assault case

Cristina Curcelli, Sarah Finley, Samuel Liu, and Karen Sung
April 13, 2013

Mock trial has no objections to a successful season

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
March 12, 2013

AP classes create chasm between sophomore and junior year

Karen Sung
February 26, 2013
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Things that make me cry (aka Les Mis)

Karen Sung
January 29, 2013
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Public humiliation serves as an unwise form of punishment

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
January 22, 2013

Solar panels would reap monetary benefits for Saratoga

Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Tweety bird gone wrong

Sherrilyn Ling and Karen Sung
November 21, 2012
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Students who drive cope with high gas prices

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
November 15, 2012
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Junior finds new pursuits following devastating injuries from gymnastics

Sarah Finley and Karen Sung
October 29, 2012
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In-Depth editors? More like angels sent from above

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
October 18, 2012

Cross country: a sport of endurance and mentality

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012
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Amazon’s tax a hidden blessing

Karen Sung
October 10, 2012

Colorado shooting shocks students, showing the randomness of violence in the U.S.

Allison Chang, Grace Ma, and Karen Sung
September 6, 2012

Chik-Fil-A shows lack of judgment, less chicken eaten

Carol Suh and Karen Sung
September 4, 2012

Despite time strain, coaching helps teachers reap benefits

Karen Sung and Ashwini Velchamy
August 31, 2012
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Pearl milk tea, a tea-rific beverage

Karen Sung
May 8, 2012

Why Broadway’s actors are more deserving than Hollywood’s

Karen Sung
April 25, 2012

Seniors present winning poetry with renowned writers

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
April 25, 2012
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Senior, grad knew Lin before fame

Karen Sung
March 14, 2012

Students embrace meme mania on Facebook

Kelly Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012

Lawbreakers serve their sentences by doing weekend community service on campus

Samuel Liu and Karen Sung
March 10, 2012
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Dancing isn’t my forte

Karen Sung
March 9, 2012

Difficulties lead to Invisible Children dance cancellation

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
March 6, 2012

Sparknotes aids confused students who read confusing books

Karen Sung
March 3, 2012

Students volunteer time to brighten lives on MLK day

Karen Sung
January 18, 2012

Social media negatively impacts student productivity

Karen Sung
January 17, 2012

AP Biology courses to be revised for upcoming school year

Karen Sung
January 10, 2012

Softball: Sophomores strike close bond together

Jay Mulye and Karen Sung
January 10, 2012
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Girls’ tennis places second at NorCals and CCS; Monta Vista edges out Falcons twice

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
November 21, 2011
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Student interest in politics varies in depth

Aasim Naqvi and Karen Sung
November 17, 2011

Construction of replacement wall for Thermond Center begins

Paul Jung and Karen Sung
November 13, 2011

Questionable behavior tars sophomores’ reputation

Anushree Dugar and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

Girls’ Tennis: Second the best

Amy Jan and Karen Sung
October 14, 2011

‘Don’t ask, don’t tell’ repeal a step toward ending discrimination

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 10, 2011

Photos illustrate music program over the years

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 9, 2011

Art room sings Cher

Grace Ma and Karen Sung
October 6, 2011

New schedule leads to stress-free winter break

Karen Sung
September 9, 2011

Girls’ Tennis Preview 2011

Karen Sung
September 3, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011

Now that you’re a sophomore…

Karen Sung
September 2, 2011
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We are the E-Generation

Karen Sung
October 27, 2010
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