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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 Kevin Mu
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Youth Commission: Bell Tower recognized as ‘teen friendly’

Kevin Mu
February 10, 2011

Researchers provide glance into future

Kevin Mu and Karthik Sreedhara
December 17, 2010

Toyota debacle brings out the worst in America

Kevin Mu
May 6, 2010

Graduate’s experience shows that balanced experience is most important

Kevin Mu
May 3, 2010

Badminton: Early in season, team put to test

Lillian Chen and Kevin Mu
April 5, 2010

Overall experience, not just GPA, should decide valedictorian

Kevin Mu
March 23, 2010

Badminton gets back to basics

Kevin Mu
March 16, 2010
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Giving back

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
January 29, 2010
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Saratoga alumnus wins second place in College Jeopardy

Robin Liu and Kevin Mu
January 26, 2010

Electives idea a big step forward for English department

Kevin Mu
November 17, 2009

Saratoga Library debuts new $60,000 teen area

Kevin Mu
November 17, 2009

Consumers must be more vigilant of scamming ploys

Maggie Lin and Kevin Mu
October 19, 2009

Field Hockey: Schroeder brings fire to team

Kevin Mu
September 18, 2009

SHS receives makeover

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
September 8, 2009

Badminton: Leagues determine team’s chance at CCS

Karen Lyu and Kevin Mu
June 9, 2009

Voting in the Quad Ineffective

Mary Mykhaylova, Ren Norris, and Kevin Mu
June 1, 2009

Teachers walk for breast cancer

Kevin Mu and Jenny Zhang
April 22, 2009

Seniors take Powder Puff crown to end Spring Fling

Kevin Mu and Ren Norris
April 20, 2009

Hundreds of students prepare for AP exams

Albert Gu and Kevin Mu
April 14, 2009

Robotics competes in FIRST, their last competition of the year

Kevin Mu
March 20, 2009

Taking a closer look at ISPE

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Program to bring real DUI trial to McAfee

Kevin Mu and Gautham Ganesan
February 11, 2009

Saratogans celebrate Chinese New Year

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
February 11, 2009

Teenagers should stop ‘lovin it’ and lay off the unhealthy fast food

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 15, 2008

Service clubs spread holiday cheer

Kevin Mu and Anna Shen
December 8, 2008

Boys’ water polo loses CCS qualification in last few seconds despite successful season.

Kevin Mu and Guy Quanrud
November 21, 2008

Brotherly bonds in boys’ water polo

Kevin Mu and Guy Quanrud
November 6, 2008

Robotics strained for cash

Kevin Mu
November 6, 2008

Senior goalie sparks water polo’s success

Kevin Mu and Guy Quanrud
October 17, 2008

Zimbabwe deteriorates under rule of Mugabe

Kevin Mu
October 1, 2008

Freshman Homecoming theme decided

Kevin Mu
September 22, 2008

Boys’ water polo prepares for successful season

Kevin Mu and Guy Quanrud
September 19, 2008
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