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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 Lauren Kuan

SAP journalism program serves up great experiences

Lauren Kuan
March 1, 2011

Girls’ tennis team holds coveted No. 1 spot in CCS, tries to defend title

Lauren Kuan
November 8, 2010
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Jaycie Luo: Possible recruitment to the girls’ Chinese ice hockey team

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Lauren Kuan
October 21, 2010
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Girls’ tennis: Early success creates high expectations

Lauren Kuan
October 1, 2010

Restaurant review: cafe offers tasty choices (4/4)

Lauren Kuan
September 14, 2010

Boys’ Track: Chuang excels in long jump

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
April 30, 2010

Student’s family tragedy eased with time and support

Lauren Kuan
March 16, 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

Choir faces a busy schedule ahead

Lauren Kuan
January 19, 2010

Alumni travels to Africa to promote AIDS Awareness

Lauren Kuan and Rebecca Nguyen
January 19, 2010

Guidance departments makes scholarships easier to find and apply for online

Lauren Kuan
December 10, 2009
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Hunger banquet leads to awareness among students

Lauren Kuan
December 2, 2009

Girls’ tennis: Falcons fall to Monta Vista at NorCal tournament, finish second

Denise Lin and Lauren Kuan
November 24, 2009
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Falcons upset Monta Vista to become CCS tennis champions

Lauren Kuan and Denise Lin
November 19, 2009

Girls’ tennis: Team defeats Mitty in semifinals and moves on to finals and NorCal

Lauren Kuan and Denise Lin
November 18, 2009

Girls’ tennis: Team is fired up to face rivals in CCS

Lauren Kuan and Denise Lin
November 2, 2009

Changes made to community youth commission

Lauren Kuan
October 28, 2009

Girls’ Tennis: Team expects to excel with strong line-up

Lauren Kuan and Denise Lin
October 28, 2009

Close loss to Monta Vista motivates tennis team to excel in future matches

Denise Lin and Lauren Kuan
October 23, 2009

New Student Barbeque ends in grilling success

Lauren Kuan
September 15, 2009

Bike to School month results in low turnout

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
June 4, 2009

Huang wins prestigious poetry award

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
May 26, 2009

Students win top poetry prizes

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
May 19, 2009
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Classes bond over quilting

Lauren Kuan and Apeksha Sharma
May 7, 2009

Swimming: Teams suffer first losses

Lauren Kuan
April 23, 2009

Swim team surges in first meet

Lauren Kuan and Tim Rollinson
March 23, 2009
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I love football too!

Lauren Kuan
January 27, 2009

Leadership class to host closed campus lunch

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
December 11, 2008

Annual Code Red drill practices safety

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 30, 2008

Calendar displays poetry students’ work

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 21, 2008
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New PE requirements cause some controversy, confusion

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 18, 2008

Seniors impress with Egyptian-themed quad day

Lauren Kuan
October 10, 2008

New system for freshman elections

Annie Lee and Lauren Kuan
September 23, 2008

SHS poets to be published

Pia Mishra and Lauren Kuan
September 22, 2008

SHS poets to be published

Pia Mishra and Lauren Kuan
September 22, 2008

Barbeque burns off new students’ nerves

Lauren Kuan and Synthia Ling
September 12, 2008
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