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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 Krithi Sankar
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Student band The Firecrackers explodes into the local music scene

Kavita Sundaram and Krithi Sankar
March 27, 2020

Senior applies to college as animation major in hopes of broadening artistic perspective

Selena Liu and Krithi Sankar
February 12, 2020

Fall 2019 Sports Wrap-up

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 13, 2019

Nature of protests in Hong Kong is ever-changing

Krithi Sankar
October 30, 2019

Popularity of online courses increase in mainstream education

Preston Fu and Krithi Sankar
October 30, 2019

VSCO girl transformation proves to be challenging

Krithi Sankar
October 4, 2019

Club Day 2019

Krithi Sankar, Annissa Mu, and Allen Chen
September 27, 2019

From the archives: ‘84 Senior prank results in threatened fine

Krithi Sankar
September 20, 2019

Falcon Feature

Krithi Sankar, Annissa Mu, and Allen Chen
May 31, 2019

Speak Up For Change 2019 – Enzo Coglitore

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
April 16, 2019

Speak Up For Change 2019 – Teacher Panel

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
April 16, 2019

What the community wants for P-Rob’s successor — someone like P-Rob

Allison Hartley and Krithi Sankar
March 26, 2019

Speak Up for Change Week continues to emphasize community

Megan Chen and Krithi Sankar
January 31, 2019
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Speaking from the heart, Oaklander gives inspiring speech about overcoming adversity

Krithi Sankar and Jeffrey Xu
January 28, 2019

Effect of California Wildfire on Saratoga’s Air Quality

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

Saratoga Idol Highlight Reel

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

Alumnus writes and produces A-List Hollywood films

Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

High hopes for sophomore soloist in Saratoga Idol

Krithi Sankar
December 19, 2018

Principal Trimble, main conference room’s namesake, guided school’s early years

Krithi Sankar and Jeffrey Xu
November 27, 2018

Breaking Down the Walls video

Allen Chen, Annissa Mu, and Krithi Sankar
November 20, 2018

Construction of Student Wellness Center

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Staff Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Freshman Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Sophomore Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Junior Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

2018-19 Senior Homecoming

Annissa Mu, Krithi Sankar, and Allen Chen
November 7, 2018

SB 826: legislative solution to lack of workplace diversity

David Koh and Krithi Sankar
October 26, 2018
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MAP juniors attend annual Angel Island field trip

Krithi Sankar
October 17, 2018
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Under the bright lights: Homecoming football game to be played at Levi’s Stadium

Megan Chen and Krithi Sankar
September 8, 2018

AP US History teachers plan upcoming field trip

Krithi Sankar
May 23, 2018

Preparation for SMASH’N underway

Krithi Sankar
May 23, 2018
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Anzalone to retire in June

Krithi Sankar and Sophia Zivanic
May 9, 2018

Softball: Freshman Bela Chauhan adapts to tougher varsity competition

Krithi Sankar and Phoebe Wang
March 20, 2018

Filmmaker Isaiah Vivero creates environment for film enthusiasts

Krithi Sankar and Phoebe Wang
March 15, 2018

Abe makes students wrestle with their bad behavior

Anishi Patel and Krithi Sankar
March 14, 2018

#MeToo movement inspires girl to share her experience

Krithi Sankar and Ananya Vadlakonda
March 13, 2018

Freshman field trip introduces MAP culture early on

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
December 12, 2017

College freshman Nate Ching explores his interest in film after taking MAP

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
December 12, 2017
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Madronia Cemetery preserves Saratoga’s stories

Krithi Sankar and Elaine Toh
December 6, 2017

Fire in ceramics room causes school-wide evacuation

Krithi Sankar and Siva Sambasivam
December 5, 2017

Students reflect on city’s greater Republican prominence in blue territory

Krithi Sankar and Rahul Vadlakonda
November 16, 2017

Bollywood vs Hollywood: How Indian culture is becoming more prevalent among students

Krithi Sankar
October 25, 2017

In implementing new rule, did the school cross a line?

Jayne Zhou and Krithi Sankar
October 17, 2017

Retired librarian looks back on time at old library in the 800 wing

Krithi Sankar and Phoebe Wang
October 12, 2017

MAP finds new home in old music building

Ashley Feng and Krithi Sankar
September 1, 2017

Thermond teaching English 10 instead of Creative Writing

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
September 1, 2017
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