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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

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Glitches in newly released Common App website add to student stress

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September 20, 2013

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September 11, 2013
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The day I met Aaron Gordon

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September 4, 2013

Post AP curriculum beneficial to course understanding

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June 2, 2013

History Bowl makes history at Nationals

Nick Chow and Bruce Lou
May 10, 2013

Government must regulate drones moving forward

Nick Chow
April 3, 2013

Freshmen take readiness test for Chemistry Honors

Nick Chow
April 3, 2013

Girls finish the season strong with a strong outing at nationals

Nick Chow and Elijah Yi
April 3, 2013

Students recommend preliminary courses to mitigate the AP gap

Nick Chow
April 3, 2013

History Bowl makes history with consecutive victories

Nick Chow
March 14, 2013
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Peer pressure leads students to take APUSH

Nick Chow
February 15, 2013

Senior delves into past in preparation for History Bowl

Nick Chow and Minu Palaniappan
February 2, 2013

Team stays positive after a tough loss

Nick Chow and Elijah Yi
February 2, 2013

Electives night for incoming freshmen a success

Nick Chow
February 1, 2013

Basketball player Jon Boldt: The spark on the defensive end

Nick Chow and Elijah Yi
December 16, 2012

Make a story about it: problems to address

Nick Chow
December 7, 2012

Military offers an alternative path for students’ career

Nick Chow
December 7, 2012

History Bowl team ‘buzzing’ with excitement following victory

Nick Chow and Bruce Lou
December 6, 2012
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Capitalism: the Disney empire strikes back

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November 21, 2012

A place to call home

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November 18, 2012
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Science Bowl tryouts result in large turnout

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October 27, 2012
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Saturday School is too relaxed

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Gay scout deserving of Eagle award

Nick Chow and Cristina Curcelli
October 27, 2012

Double history? Bring it on

Nick Chow
October 17, 2012

Tumbling adds new opportunities for the cheer team

Elijah Yi and Nick Chow
September 26, 2012

Crafting the ultimate water polo beast

Nick Chow
September 20, 2012

Upperclassmen turn to community colleges for summer enrichment

Nick Chow and McKenna Galvin
September 19, 2012
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Switching to electric vehicles unfeasible for now

Nick Chow
September 7, 2012

League of Legends: another overhyped game

Nick Chow
May 23, 2012

The rise and fall of ‘hyped’ apps

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May 1, 2012
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Biased college rankings don’t tell the entire story

Nick Chow
April 26, 2012

Overcoming gender stereotypes

Nick Chow
January 29, 2012

NTSB absolute cell phone ban too extreme

Elijah Yi and Nick Chow
January 29, 2012

Change in bike rack location angers students

Rohan Rajeev and Nick Chow
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Vocational education an antiquated system

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