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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 Navin Tiwary

Falcons compete in annual Physics Bowl

Navin Tiwary
May 31, 2017

H-Mart: a fantastic Korean salad of diversity

Ryan Kim and Navin Tiwary
May 31, 2017

Baseball team drops final two games to Homestead, ending losing season

Navin Tiwary
May 31, 2017

Youth Commissioners improve connection between city council and kids

Ethan Ko and Navin Tiwary
May 26, 2017

Logic’s third album ‘Everybody’ is great but not groundbreaking

Navin Tiwary
May 24, 2017
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Baseball team tries to find groove

Victor Liu, Navin Tiwary, Vivien Zhang, and Jason Zhao
April 2, 2017

Students question effectiveness of Club Rush

Patrick Li and Navin Tiwary
March 30, 2017

Link Crew hosts annual root beer social

Daniel Bessonov and Navin Tiwary
March 26, 2017

Alumnus remembers lessons as SHS leader

Amith Galivanche and Navin Tiwary
March 7, 2017

Baseball team steps up to the challenge after losing key graduating seniors

Victor Liu and Navin Tiwary
February 10, 2017

Movies have potential for expanding education and awareness

Amith Galivanche and Navin Tiwary
February 9, 2017

Boys’ soccer: Falcons learn lessons from difficult preseason matchups

Neil Rao and Navin Tiwary
December 11, 2016

School implements new policies to reduce student stress

Muthu Palaniappan and Navin Tiwary
December 8, 2016

Getting high to get by: Student perspectives on marijuana

Navin Tiwary and Austin Wang
December 8, 2016

Junior discusses obsession with ‘80s funk band ‘Zapp’

Navin Tiwary
December 4, 2016

Getting to know International Students

Navin Tiwary and Alex Yang
December 1, 2016

Leadership class leads Red Ribbon Movement through spirit week

Navin Tiwary and Elicia Ye
October 26, 2016

Safine steps up as interim principal with Robinson on brief leave

Alexandra Li and Navin Tiwary
October 26, 2016

Marvel’s movies and characters trump DC

Navin Tiwary
October 24, 2016

Album leaves legacy for former presidential nominee

Neil Rao and Navin Tiwary
October 23, 2016

Falcons lose key players to injuries in loss to Milpitas; Homecoming game vs. Paly gives chance at important victory

Apoorv Kwatra, Trevor Leung, Navin Tiwary, and Sophie Zivanic
September 26, 2016

April 22, 2016

Navin Tiwary and Harshini Ramaswamy
April 22, 2016

Alumni discuss impact of Regents’ Scholarship

Divya Rallabandi and Navin Tiwary
March 28, 2016

Boys’ tennis starts off strong

Navin Tiwary and Jihau Yu
March 28, 2016

App Dev Club releases update for SHS App

Navin Tiwary
March 21, 2016

Jazz Cabaret returns and hasn’t lost a step

Navin Tiwary
February 8, 2016

Boys’ tennis aiming to add new players

Anant Rajeev and Navin Tiwary
February 5, 2016

Author of dystopian novel discusses real-life ramifications

Pranav Ahuja and Navin Tiwary
February 2, 2016

Best restaurant: Saratoga Bagels

Navin Tiwary
February 1, 2016

Students become semifinalists in Siemens Competition

Ryan Kim and Navin Tiwary
October 23, 2015

Biking takes senior to new heights

Navin Tiwary and Alex Yang
October 22, 2015

Social serves as bonding mechanism for Link groups

Anant Rajeev and Navin Tiwary
October 13, 2015

Junior finds her niche in Crew

Harshini Ramaswamy and Navin Tiwary
September 22, 2015

Juniors spearhead environmental trip to Costa Rica

Nupur Maheshwari and Navin Tiwary
September 18, 2015
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