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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 Yang

Senior boy cringes when squeezing cotton balls

Karen Yang
April 26, 2011

Senior boy cringes when squeezing cotton balls

Karen Yang
April 26, 2011
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College decisions bring joy and sadness to seniors

Rebecca Nguyen and Karen Yang
April 26, 2011
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College decisions bring joy and sadness to seniors

Rebecca Nguyen and Karen Yang
April 26, 2011

Quiz Kids team victorious in second round

Karen Yang
February 5, 2011

Graduation cords to be eliminated from ceremony this year

Jackie Gu and Karen Yang
January 31, 2011

Falcon Christmas Gift Guide

Shivani Chadha, Izzy Albert, Karen Yang, Kyumin Shim, Synthia Ling, and Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2010
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With little preparation, seniors win first round in local quiz show

Karen Yang
December 10, 2010

Artist creates portfolio for college app

Karen Yang
October 21, 2010

Economics class invests in stocks on online simulator

Karen Yang
October 4, 2010

Sophomore drums in student band

Karen Yang
September 19, 2010
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School’s new $3 million media arts building leaves students in awe

Karthik Sreedhara and Karen Yang
September 18, 2010

Local beaches provide relaxation for students

Karen Yang
June 6, 2010

Seniors steer on course to college

Karen Yang
May 27, 2010

Senior performs light shows for friends

Karen Yang
April 6, 2010
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Seniors declared valedictorian and salutatorian for class of 2010

Albert Gu and Karen Yang
March 15, 2010

Shakespeare expert teaches students close-reading

Lauren Kuan and Karen Yang
March 11, 2010

Princess Project runs successfully

Lauren Kuan and Karen Yang
March 11, 2010

Thefts cost music students, department $18,000 in equipment

Lauren Kuan and Karen Yang
February 2, 2010
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Science teacher travels to Antarctica

Grishma Athavale and Karen Yang
January 28, 2010
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U.S. News ranks SHS as 93rd best high school

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
January 21, 2010

Alumnus pursues dreams back to Saratoga

Karen Yang
January 4, 2010

Seniors win first place for three consecutive years at regional science fair

Karen Yang
November 30, 2009

Guaranteed admission to some UCs brings little comfort to top 4 percent of seniors

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
November 17, 2009

Teachers with infants struggle with time

Karen Yang
October 16, 2009

SHS alumnus bestows American flag

Anna Shen and Karen Yang
October 16, 2009

School’s academic focus pleasant surprise for new English teacher

Karen Yang
October 15, 2009

Club Day off to an optimistic start

Vivian LeTran and Karen Yang
September 9, 2009
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