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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 Neehar Thumaty

Spanish department goes on annual trip to Cuernavaca

Neehar Thumaty and Rahul Vadlakonda
March 18, 2017

Girls’ soccer: Falcons hope to revise techniques to improve

Pranav Ahuja and Neehar Thumaty
February 2, 2017

Girls’ soccer: Falcons look to fill the gaps left by Class of 2016 players

Neehar Thumaty and Pranav Ahuja
November 26, 2016

Kanye West’s new album revives hip hop fans

Neehar Thumaty
October 28, 2016

Haggerty plans to take students to France for spring break

Neehar Thumaty and Rahul Vadlakonda
October 18, 2016

Facebook live streaming gains popularity

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
October 13, 2016

Upper French classes unite in one period

Neehar Thumaty and Rahul Vadlakonda
September 8, 2016

Golf: Girls show improvement after low scores at tryouts

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
September 8, 2016
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Thank you Kanye, Drake and Kendrick

Neehar Thumaty
May 28, 2016

Recent grad takes advantage of the City of Angels

Neehar Thumaty
April 27, 2016

Boys’ track improves with individual efforts

Neil Rao and Neehar Thumaty
April 27, 2016

Ultimate Frisbee hopes to increase involvement, popularity

Neil Rao and Neehar Thumaty
April 27, 2016
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Drama student’s skills make him a versatile performer

Jay Kim and Neehar Thumaty
April 24, 2016

Leadership students volunteer at community center

Neil Rao and Neehar Thumaty
March 11, 2016

AP Studio Art allows students to express creativity

Neehar Thumaty and Neil Rao
March 10, 2016

Senior leads ICAC and Toga Tamasha effectively

Julia Miller and Neehar Thumaty
February 5, 2016

Martial arts hobby leads to new opportunities

Jenny Qian and Neehar Thumaty
January 21, 2016

Falcons suffer defeat at Quiz Bowl

Neehar Thumaty
November 12, 2015

Administration, teachers work to make school more friendly

Neehar Thumaty
October 14, 2015

Fears of GMOs are utterly unsubstantiated

Neehar Thumaty
October 14, 2015

Fears of GMOs are utterly unsubstantiated

Neehar Thumaty
October 12, 2015

Science Bowl tries to retool in effort to reach national tournament

Charin Park and Neehar Thumaty
October 9, 2015

Can you survive a varsity cheer practice?

Neehar Thumaty and Jason Zhao
September 3, 2015

The benefits of summer classes

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
May 20, 2015

Lacrosse team hopes to build team for next year

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
April 23, 2015

Golden State Warriors: the best team in the NBA

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
April 23, 2015

Students win science awards demonstrate the academic success of Saratoga

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
April 23, 2015

RapChat: the app that gives everyone flow

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
April 22, 2015

Boys’ lacrosse team retools with new additions

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
March 6, 2015

CBI program prepares its students for the future

Becky Hoag and Neehar Thumaty
March 5, 2015

Carnival wraps up week of inspiration

Neehar Thumaty and Oksana Trifonova
January 25, 2015

SAT security policies should be strengthened

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
January 20, 2015

Fans await wild medley from Katy Perry at Super Bowl XLIX

Fiona Sequeira and Neehar Thumaty
January 20, 2015

Are club advisers really necessary?

Neehar Thumaty
November 13, 2014

Sophomore’s life modeled by Taekwondo teachings

Neehar Thumaty and Apoorv Kwatra
November 13, 2014

New SUSD board members prepare for new year

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
November 13, 2014

Hockey shows potential as popular sport

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
November 13, 2014

Freshman starts T-shirt company

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
November 13, 2014

Coffeehouse attracts students

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
October 25, 2014

Saratoga prepares for council elections

Neehar Thumaty and Miles Albert
October 9, 2014

Liberty in North Korea screening increases awareness among students

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
October 9, 2014

Should the drinking age be lowered?

Apoorv Kwatra and Neehar Thumaty
September 16, 2014

New staff members provide support to students

Trevor Leung and Neehar Thumaty
September 4, 2014
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