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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 Karthik Sreedhara
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Former stage actor working as Activities Office secretary for SHS

Shivani Chadha and Karthik Sreedhara
April 6, 2011
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New assistant principal a familiar face

Karthik Sreedhara and Parul Singh
February 10, 2011

Researchers provide glance into future

Kevin Mu and Karthik Sreedhara
December 17, 2010

Saratoga’s first Culture Day promotes awareness

Karthik Sreedhara
December 15, 2010

Professionals share insight about social and interactive media

Karthik Sreedhara
November 9, 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

SHS continues grounds improvements despite budget crisis

Karthik Sreedhara
June 7, 2010

Teachers, students use less paper to save money, environment

Karthik Sreedhara
March 16, 2010

SafeRides commences for the second year

Karthik Sreedhara
January 26, 2010

Middle College provides junior with freedom

Albert Gu and Karthik Sreedhara
January 26, 2010

Behind closed doors: what happens when someone gets expelled

David Eng and Karthik Sreedhara
November 16, 2009
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New English teacher enjoys SHS experience

Karthik Sreedhara
October 19, 2009

Health hopefuls deluded by food and exercise myths

Karthik Sreedhara
October 19, 2009

German foreign exchange student adjusts to campus life

Karen Lyu and Karthik Sreedhara
September 8, 2009

Japanese student settles into Saratoga, misses home

Karen Lyu and Karthik Sreedhara
September 4, 2009

Former homeschool student comes to SHS

Karthik Sreedhara
September 4, 2009

Former SHS teacher accepts assistant principal position at Fremont High

Karthik Sreedhara
May 28, 2009

‘Court of Dreams’ ready by next school year

Karthik Sreedhara
May 12, 2009

H1N1 poses minimal threat to SHS

Mira Chaykin and Karthik Sreedhara
May 12, 2009

Open houses assist seniors in making college decisions

Karthik Sreedhara and Girish Swaminath
April 27, 2009

College admissions rates down

Karthik Sreedhara and Girish Swaminath
April 16, 2009

Pluses outweigh minuses for video games

Karthik Sreedhara and Melody Zhang
March 10, 2009

SHS to host first DUI trial

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
March 2, 2009
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School considers switch to full block schedule

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
February 11, 2009

SHS to host Challenge Day

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
January 14, 2009

School to update website

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
January 5, 2009

Obama favored by media bias

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
November 19, 2008

Colin Powell right to endorse Barack Obama

Karthik Sreedhara and Rahul Thakker
November 4, 2008

Investments in science worth the risk

Vijay Menon and Karthik Sreedhara
October 9, 2008

‘History Nerd’ teaching World History and Government

Karthik Sreedhara
September 17, 2008

Saratoga High welcomes new librarian

Karthik Sreedhara
September 17, 2008

Saratoga High welcomes new librarian

Karthik Sreedhara
September 12, 2008

‘History Nerd’ teaching World History and Government

Karthik Sreedhara
September 12, 2008
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