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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 Shivani Chadha

High school in a nutshell

Shivani Chadha
April 29, 2012

Leadership students participate in conference with elementary, middle schools

Izzy Albert and Shivani Chadha
March 29, 2012

Girls’ soccer: Team struggles to capitalize on opportunities

Shivani Chadha
February 8, 2012

World language department branches out to attempt more trips

Shivani Chadha
February 4, 2012

Girls’ soccer: Team begins pre-season on the right foot

Shivani Chadha
January 10, 2012

ASB sponsors holiday drives

Izzy Albert and Shivani Chadha
December 10, 2011

Freshman plays as development player for Earthquakes academy team

Shivani Chadha
November 2, 2011
shstv

SHSTV hits ground running with weekly broadcasts

Shivani Chadha and Anika Jhalani
September 28, 2011

Senior takes wrestling to next level

Shivani Chadha
September 22, 2011

Chess team breaks six-year win streak at state tournament

Shivani Chadha and Jackie Gu
April 26, 2011

Chess team breaks six-year win streak at state tournament

Shivani Chadha and Jackie Gu
April 26, 2011
Lamm June S

Former stage actor working as Activities Office secretary for SHS

Shivani Chadha and Karthik Sreedhara
April 6, 2011

Saratoga’s own idol took his stuff to the real Idol

Shivani Chadha
April 1, 2011

Policies regarding unexcused absences sometimes unfair to other students

Shivani Chadha
March 20, 2011

Girls’ soccer comes up short in CCS

Shivani Chadha and Olivia Chock
March 1, 2011

Chess team repeats as county champions

Shivani Chadha
February 10, 2011

Girls’ soccer: Eyes on CCS

Shivani Chadha and Olivia Chock
February 5, 2011

DJ, turn the music up: Seniors join DJ business

Shivani Chadha and Olivia Chock
January 31, 2011

Aeries closed during crucial finals week

Shivani Chadha and Vivian LeTran
January 22, 2011

Baby bonanza: Three more teachers expecting

Shivani Chadha
January 16, 2011

Record number of students danced the night away at Winter Ball

Shivani Chadha
January 10, 2011

Falcon Christmas Gift Guide

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

Girls’ soccer team slowly gets ball rolling during preseason

Shivani Chadha
December 13, 2010
Baby Cooper

Two teachers give birth within same week

Shivani Chadha
December 3, 2010

Girls’ soccer season looks promising

Shivani Chadha and Olivia Chock
November 7, 2010

Facebook friends and foes: Students face dangers of online world

Shivani Chadha
October 18, 2010

Facebook friends and foes: Students face dangers of online world through popular social network

Shivani Chadha
October 18, 2010

Math club offers contests for students

Shivani Chadha
October 14, 2010

College students reflect back on SAT

Shivani Chadha and Dylan Jew
September 15, 2010

Freshman class officers step up to high school challenge

Shivani Chadha
September 14, 2010
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