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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 Sabrina Cismas

Smarter technology leads to more interactive lectures

Sabrina Cismas
March 9, 2012

Assistant principal continues breakfast tradition

Sabrina Cismas
January 24, 2012

Administration considers implementing stricter dress code

Sabrina Cismas and Allison Toh
January 24, 2012

Romanian remedies: Cures done naturally

Sabrina Cismas
December 8, 2011

School should apply some creative thinking to parking problems

Sabrina Cismas
November 15, 2011

Students a sacrifice to colleges

Sabrina Cismas
October 17, 2011

UCs no longer an automatic decision for students

Sabrina Cismas
October 17, 2011

Classroom decor reveals teacher’s passion for history

Sabrina Cismas
October 17, 2011
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Columnist embraces ‘Hakuna matata’

Sabrina Cismas
October 6, 2011

Top Ten: Now that we’re seniors…

Sabrina Cismas
September 16, 2011

Cap and transition: Class sizes need limits

Sabrina Cismas
September 9, 2011
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Now that I’M a Senior

Sabrina Cismas
September 4, 2011

Bell Tower hosts Spanish culture nights

Sabrina Cismas
May 31, 2011

State measures academic success

Sabrina Cismas
May 23, 2011

Senior swims after family

Sabrina Cismas
May 3, 2011

Coming soon to theaters: students pursuing drama in future

Sabrina Cismas
March 26, 2011

Career Day to unveil job possibilities

Sabrina Cismas
March 25, 2011

The College Board: A trust that shouldn’t be busted

Sabrina Cismas and Allison Toh
March 20, 2011

A historical case: Mock trial team secures No. 2 spot in county finals

Sabrina Cismas
March 1, 2011
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Senior scores finalist title at Intel Science Fair

Sabrina Cismas and Brandon Judoprasetijo
February 4, 2011

School Scope online extra: The hidden rooms of Saratoga High

Nandini Ruparel, Sabrina Cismas, Kelly Liu, Denise Lin, and Arnav Dugar
January 16, 2011

Government classes cast their ballots for student presidents

Sabrina Cismas
January 7, 2011

Mock Trial enters first competition

Sabrina Cismas
January 7, 2011

Undergrad school names too important in students’ minds

Sabrina Cismas and Aanchal Mohan
January 6, 2011

Droid Does, but the iPhone does better

Sabrina Cismas
December 15, 2010

Parents: Please pick preferred parking

Sabrina Cismas and Will Edman
November 11, 2010

Facebook insults by Los Gatos football players stir controversy

Sabrina Cismas
November 7, 2010

Lunchtime challenges aim to pump up publicity for fitness competition

Sabrina Cismas
October 27, 2010

Annual BBQ helps preserve Saratoga’s history

Sabrina Cismas
September 30, 2010

The UC conundrum

Sabrina Cismas
September 30, 2010

Teacher changes not quite the best of both worlds

Sabrina Cismas
September 24, 2010

True Life: I am an author

Sabrina Cismas
January 28, 2010
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