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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 Meher Bhatnagar
My friend group and I at our very last homecoming quad day.

Senior Mag 2024: Banter and snark bring my ‘1/3rd diverse’ friend group closer together

Meher Bhatnagar
May 28, 2024
I loved to experiment using different ingredients in my slime. 

How my fifth-grade slime obsession led to a small business

Meher Bhatnagar
April 5, 2024
Theo James and Shaeliene Woodley’s chemistry make the dystopian movie an almost love story.

Veronica Roth’s ‘Divergent’ is comparable to its movie adaptation

Meher Bhatnagar
April 3, 2024
The SHS Grad Night website details the extensive itinerary planned for the evening.

Grad Night for Class of `24 features music, live entertainment and surprise events

Meher Bhatnagar and Kavya Patel
February 13, 2024
Preparing for my second set of squats on leg day.

Leg day does not deserve the disrespect it gets

Meher Bhatnagar
December 16, 2023
The fight for the bottle never ends.

Please bring back ketchup packets in the cafeteria

Meher Bhatnagar
December 15, 2023
I’m hoping that this is what my graduation will look like.

How am I a senior already?

Meher Bhatnagar
November 16, 2023
Butterflies are the ultimate master of disguise, creeping up when you least expect it.

Butterflies and moths: Two sides of the same horrid coin

Meher Bhatnagar
October 7, 2023
The sun sets on the horizon as the ceremony commenced on August 22.

Celebration of life hosted on beach pays heartfelt tribute to a beloved classmate

Meher Bhatnagar
September 30, 2023
Some migraine-inducing math concepts shouldn’t exist — or simply just calculus as a whole.

With or without calculus, your future can still be bright

Meher Bhatnagar and Michelle Wan
June 2, 2023
Freshman Kelsey Zhang gets ready to dive into the water at Clovis West High School during the CIF state championship.

Photo or Graphic for: Swimming superstar: Freshman makes school history with state meet win in the 100-meter fly

Nicole Lee
May 26, 2023
The atrium lies at the center of the office, allowing sunlight in through the roof.

Historical atrium in office commemorates  impactful parent

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
May 26, 2023
Wallen’s album cover showcases him standing outside of his grandma’s house.

Morgan Wallen’s album ‘One Thing at a Time’ captures dynamic emotions and pays homage to family

Meher Bhatnagar
May 24, 2023
The view off of the cliff overlooking Bonny Doon Beach.

How to plan the perfect day trip to Santa Cruz 

Meher Bhatnagar
May 20, 2023
Clockwise from top left: Crunch Fitness, Fitness 19 Meridian Avenue, 49ers Fit and UFC Fit.

Which gym is best? A guide for high school students

Meher Bhatnagar
March 24, 2023
Some of the worst characteristics a person can have.

Bottom 10: Worst genres of people at SHS

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
March 16, 2023
Rainbow Magic: The most captivating series for 8-year-old girls

Rainbow Magic: The most captivating series for 8-year-old girls

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
March 16, 2023
Being able to create your own dreams is a fascinating ability.

Lucid Dreaming has made me question what constitutes reality

Meher Bhatnagar
March 7, 2023
Seriously, find a new personality.

App users download personalities off the internet

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
February 13, 2023
‘Smile’ is the best horror movie of 2022

‘Smile’ is the best horror movie of 2022

Meher Bhatnagar and Alexander Kan
February 6, 2023
Co-captains junior Zinneerah Ahmed and senior Tanya Ghai command the court during the Lynbrook game.

Girls’ basketball faces tough losses, CCS prospects unlikely

Christina Chang, Meher Bhatnagar, and Ariel Zhou
January 31, 2023
Should hooking up be considered a norm in our developing generations?

Hook-up culture promotes unhealthy morals for younger generations

Meher Bhatnagar and Michelle Wan
January 24, 2023
A sample of the wide array of foods Ettan provides.

Ettan is my new favorite restaurant for Indian food

Meher Bhatnagar
December 13, 2022
Anzalone subs for an APUSH class while Morelle is on leave.

History teacher takes maternity leave until second semester

Meher Bhatnagar and Ariel Zhou
November 17, 2022
A student staring at the bleachers in shock, wondering where everyone is. 

Dear Toga student section: stop being so lame

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
November 12, 2022
The ups and downs of growing up with an uncommon name

The ups and downs of growing up with an uncommon name

Meher Bhatnagar
November 11, 2022
Zhang swimming in the 200 mixed freestyle relay

Freshman swimmer achieves Olympic Trials cuts in 200 fly

Meher Bhatnagar
September 29, 2022
The iconic pretty pink box which the cookies are served in

The Crumbl Cookies Shop on Camden Avenue is my recent obsession

Meher Bhatnagar
September 25, 2022
A compilation of some of our favorite BeReal’s

New photo app BeReal sparks transparency among teenagers

Meher Bhatnagar and Michelle Wan
September 22, 2022
73 questions: conversations with the school community

73 questions: conversations with the school community

Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Sarah Zhou
May 30, 2022
Senior midfield Caroline Keogh begins to jog further up the field in aims to aid her teammates

Fighting injuries, girls’ lacrosse finishes 5-7 in league

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
May 28, 2022
 Senior midfield Nathan Zaragoza runs with the ball alongside senior Adam Weinstock, who rushes to guard him.

Boys’ lacrosse ends with 12-4 league record

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
May 22, 2022
Midfield player Matt Horvath rushes towards the goal after intercepting a pass from the opposing team.

With early wins, boys’ lacrosse builds momentum

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
March 18, 2022
The value of having the same group of friends since elementary school

The value of having the same group of friends since elementary school

Meher Bhatnagar
March 15, 2022
Junior boys arrive on stage in their starting positions awaiting the loud music.

Bombay in the Bay dazzles in person

Meher Bhatnagar and Nikhil Mathihalli
March 10, 2022
Bombay in the Bay still on track for in-person performance

Bombay in the Bay still on track for in-person performance

Meher Bhatnagar and Nikhil Mathihalli
January 20, 2022
Saratoga’s Madronia Cemetery holds stories and rich history

Saratoga’s Madronia Cemetery holds stories and rich history

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
January 18, 2022
What's in your Notes app?

What’s in your Notes app?

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
January 18, 2022
Administration re-examines Safety Plan after trespassers enter campus

Administration re-examines Safety Plan after trespassers enter campus

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
December 3, 2021
After a long day, we like to come home and scream to songs in the shower

Exploring universal shower thoughts

Meher Bhatnagar and Kavya Patel
November 29, 2021
‘Sexy Beasts’: appealing but disappointing

‘Sexy Beasts’: appealing but disappointing

Meher Bhatnagar and Harshini Velchamy
November 29, 2021
At the beginning of the game against Homestead, the field hockey team runs onto the field.

Following 9-1 season, field hockey loses in second round of CCS

Meher Bhatnagar and Andy Chen
November 19, 2021
A list of do’s and don'ts regarding one of the most popular social media apps for teens

Decoding the unwritten rules of Snapchat

Meher Bhatnagar and Kavya Patel
November 2, 2021
My friend and I waiting for Pitbull to appear onstage after Iggy Azalea's performance

Pitbull concert really was the time of my life

Meher Bhatnagar
November 1, 2021
National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences

National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
October 8, 2021
The new dance team poses after practice in the dance studio.

Dance team captains, officers step up in wake of coach’s departure due to maternity leave

Meher Bhatnagar and Audrey Mah
September 17, 2021
KQED report: Former El Gato editor-in-chief claims newspaper adviser blocked multiple stories

KQED report: Former El Gato editor-in-chief claims newspaper adviser blocked multiple stories

Meher Bhatnagar, Atrey Desai, and Anouk Yeh
September 10, 2021
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