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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 Paul Jung

Orchestra records music for anti-bullying movie ‘Contest’

Paul Jung and Candice Zheng
March 12, 2013

Satake on maternity leave, students in good hands

Paul Jung
February 26, 2013

Boys’ water polo: Memorable season comes to close

Paul Jung
November 21, 2012

Staff Ed: New P.E. policy benefits none, upsets all

Jackie Gu, Paul Jung, and Michael Lee
October 17, 2012

Yu and Ai belong together

Paul Jung
October 15, 2012

Sophomores bring fresh talent to varsity

Paul Jung
October 10, 2012
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I’m a Belieber!

Paul Jung
September 6, 2012

Boys Water Polo

Paul Jung
August 30, 2012

Boys’ volleyball: Bittersweet ending to strongest season in years

Allison Chang and Paul Jung
May 22, 2012
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Boys’ volleyball: Comeback season for Falcons lifts spirits

Allison Chang and Paul Jung
April 24, 2012

Sports produces fashion trend

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 11, 2012
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Boys volleyball: Amato’s defense crucial to team’s performance

Paul Jung
March 9, 2012

New computers in Research Center upgrade school’s technology

Paul Jung
March 3, 2012

Students pay visit to retired physics teacher over break

Paul Jung
January 18, 2012

Girls’ water polo: Team satisfied with turn-around season

Paul Jung
November 15, 2011

Construction of replacement wall for Thermond Center begins

Paul Jung and Karen Sung
November 13, 2011

Girls’ water polo: Freshman a key factor to team’s success

Paul Jung
October 14, 2011

Girls’ water polo: Team off to good start

Paul Jung
September 26, 2011

Usain Bolt’s disqualification due to unreasonable rule

Paul Jung
September 5, 2011

Girls’ Water Polo Preview 2011

Paul Jung
September 5, 2011

Baseball: Despite mediocre season outcome, team has high hopes for next year

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
May 18, 2011

Baseball: Team comes back strong from early defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 26, 2011

Baseball: Team comes back strong from early defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
April 26, 2011

Three teachers welcome new babies

Paul Jung
April 26, 2011

The Bachelor of Saratoga: Four girls compete in speed dating competition

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
March 31, 2011

Baseball: Return of aces looks to turn team around

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
March 31, 2011

What did you watch as a kid?

Paul Jung
March 30, 2011

School encourages seniors register to vote

Paul Jung
March 26, 2011

A scope on the education system: An ideal curriculum for students

Paul Jung and Kelly Liu
March 23, 2011

Increase in crime warrants increasing importance of safety

Anika Jhalani, Paul Jung, Priyanka Nookala, and Will Edman
March 2, 2011

Baseball hopes to rise from last year’s defeats

Dylan Jew and Paul Jung
February 28, 2011
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iPads becoming app-ropriate educational tools

Paul Jung and Joanna Lee
February 23, 2011
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Students soar above expectations to earn Eagle Scout badges

Paul Jung
January 3, 2011

NFL players unreasonable in suing EA

Paul Jung and Stanley Yip
December 7, 2010

Student catering business put to an end

Brandon Judoprasetijo and Paul Jung
December 7, 2010
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Class cup hopes to boost spirit

Paul Jung and Anshu Siripurapu
November 6, 2010

Cyberbullying: The Internet allows bullies to be meaner than ever

Paul Jung and Anshu Siripurapu
November 1, 2010

English teacher gives birth to baby boy

Paul Jung
October 22, 2010

New contract with Nike garners different opinions

Paul Jung
October 4, 2010

New bill may help solve age differences in Kindergarten

Paul Jung
October 4, 2010

Dreaming big : Math teacher Debra Troxell wishes to develop an island into a scuba diving resort

Paul Jung and Stanley Yip
September 22, 2010
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