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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 Rebecca Nguyen
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College decisions bring joy and sadness to seniors

Rebecca Nguyen and Karen Yang
April 26, 2011
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College decisions bring joy and sadness to seniors

Rebecca Nguyen and Karen Yang
April 26, 2011
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Lemon and Almond Cake Recipe

Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2010

Falcon Christmas Gift Guide

Shivani Chadha, Izzy Albert, Karen Yang, Kyumin Shim, Synthia Ling, and Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2010

Los Dos Compadres offers authentic Mexican food

Rebecca Nguyen
November 6, 2010

Car holds rally keepsakes

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 23, 2010

What’s Waldo carrying?

Synthia Ling and Rebecca Nguyen
September 22, 2010

Budget problems postponed to 2011-12

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
June 6, 2010

Chubby Bunny

Rebecca Nguyen and Maggie Lin
March 23, 2010

Community expresses concern over budget crisis

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
March 16, 2010
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Community, school discusses budget issues at meetings

Anna Shen and Rebecca Nguyen
February 22, 2010
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As projected deficit for 2010-11 reaches $3 million, district moves closer to action

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
February 1, 2010
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SHS Foundation proves to be an important asset in school’s advancement

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
January 30, 2010

Alumni travels to Africa to promote AIDS Awareness

Lauren Kuan and Rebecca Nguyen
January 19, 2010

District faces projected $1.6 million deficit next year

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

District deficit for next year increases to $2.75 million

Rebecca Nguyen and Anna Shen
December 15, 2009

Retiring teachers to be missed

Mira Chaykin and Rebecca Nguyen
May 26, 2009

Seniors face the challenge of choosing colleges

Rebecca Nguyen and Uma Sambasivam
April 21, 2009

Spector glitters with Gold Award

Rebecca Nguyen
April 16, 2009

Winter Sports: JV Wrap up

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma
March 25, 2009

Athlete of the Issue: Stacee Mendonca

Shannon Galvin and Rebecca Nguyen
March 10, 2009

Saratoga hosts exchange program with Yerba Buena

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma
March 10, 2009

SHS alumnus launches fashion show

Rebecca Nguyen
March 3, 2009

SHS students make it to SiDocFest semi-finals

Rebecca Nguyen
February 11, 2009

Seniors pursue fine arts educations

Apeksha Sharma and Rebecca Nguyen
January 23, 2009

Costa Rican students visit as part of exchange program

Rebecca Nguyen
January 22, 2009

Senior wins flute concerto competition

Rebecca Nguyen
December 15, 2008

Plans for Winter Ball finalized

Rebecca Nguyen and Apeksha Sharma
November 21, 2008

Saratoga-Los Gatos football rivalry continues

Karthik Annaamalai and Rebecca Nguyen
October 16, 2008

Invisible children Alliance Club hosts moving presentation

Apeksha Sharma and Rebecca Nguyen
September 22, 2008

Freshman experience improved by Link Program

Rebecca Nguyen and Melody Zhang
September 12, 2008
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