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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

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All content by Kevin Yang
Steven Sun, then a sophomore, runs his first Lowell Invitational in Golden Gate Park.

Senior Mag 2024: Track and cross country star reflects on his passion for running  

Kevin Yang
May 25, 2024
Senior Alexi Grebert is leading the top soccer team France Ligue 1. 

Senior Mag 2024: Senior takes gap year to explore soccer management interests before college

Kevin Yang
May 25, 2024
Coach Osayi Omorodion gives sprinting suggestions to sophomore Steven Sun.

New track and field coaches help distance running and sprinters 

Kevin Yang and Richard Fan
April 18, 2024
After the first exhibition in 2023, senior Ryan Lin poses with LGSUHSD and Saratoga Library staff. 

Senior partners with district and Saratoga Library to host second annual AAPI Multimedia Art Exhibition

Eric Shi and Kevin Yang
April 3, 2024
The inside of a SVCTE Nursing classroom.

Exploring career opportunities: a journey to SVCTE

Kevin Yang
February 18, 2024
The moment I realized swimming in the rain was no longer a pleasure. 

My damp and unpleasant experience: swimming under the pouring rain

Kevin Yang
February 15, 2024
Base game Cyberpunk 2077 (left) vs. Phantom Liberty (right)

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty expansion seamlessly blends intrigue and action

Kevin Yang
December 14, 2023
Boys’ cross country captain Adi Hebbalae leads the team during SCVAL League at Crystal Spring on Oct. 18.

Cross country works to push through the finish line despite challenges  

Kevin Yang
October 21, 2023
After a long period of declining enrollment, SHS has finally seen an increase in freshman class size this year.

School sees unexpected influx in freshman enrollment

Kevin Yang and Eric Shi
October 21, 2023
Physics teacher Matthew Welander explains an AP Physics C concept to students during a tutorial.

AP Physics C course sees record high enrollment with three sections

Kevin Yang
October 14, 2023
TEDxSaratogaHighSchool’s yearly speaker event features theme ‘You Are the Future’

TEDxSaratogaHighSchool’s yearly speaker event features theme ‘You Are the Future’

Kevin Yang
May 16, 2023
Senior Keon Nikfar competes in the 100-yard breaststroke.

Swim team struggles with low participation, hurting their ability to win meets

Mitchell Chen and Kevin Yang
March 30, 2023
In an SCVAL preview meet, senior Wasil Khan sprang in front of other schools' athletes. 

Senior cross country runner reflects on high school running career

Kevin Yang
March 14, 2023
Sophomore JV soccer player shows his changes after participating in the soccer team

Sophomore JV soccer player shows his changes after participating in the soccer team

Kevin Yang
March 1, 2023
new-big-festival-fringe

Photo or Graphic for: Drama program selected to perform at the 2024 summer Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland

Anika Kapasi
February 13, 2023
Braised crucian carp

Dumplings and crucian carp: an irreplaceable dish of Lunar New Year in China

Kevin Yang
February 10, 2023
Our holy grail of afterschool snacks.

After-school snack connoisseurs point out their top choices

Divya Vadlakonda and Kevin Yang
December 1, 2022
A peaceful scenery of the Los Gatos Creek Trail during sunset.

Best local biking trails everyone should try

Kevin Yang
November 9, 2022
Senior Wasil Khan picks up the pace to stay ahead of his competitors during the 2022 Lowell Invitational on Sept. 10.

Cross county co-captain becomes the fastest runner on his team through his diligence and post-run recovery routine

George Hu and Kevin Yang
October 20, 2022
Chinese people burning ancestor money on the street during the Hungry Ghost Festival.

Remembering the supernatural Hungry Ghost Festival in China

Kevin Yang
October 20, 2022
The varsity cross country team gets ready to start running in the SCVAL league race at Baylands Park on Sept. 20.

Cross country adjusts late season training by incorporating harder workouts

George Hu and Kevin Yang
October 18, 2022
After finishing the stats class, Kris Wang opens his iPad and sees if there is anything to add on.

Senior continues pandemic iPad note-taking habit

Kevin Yang
September 24, 2022
The Heritage Orchard blooms in spring.

Changes to Heritage Orchard stir mild controversy

Atrey Desai and Kevin Yang
September 21, 2022
After finishing their weekly Saturday long run at Sanborn County Park, the team takes a picture together.

Smaller cross country rebuilds its lineup

George Hu and Kevin Yang
September 13, 2022
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