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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 Sophia Zivanic
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Anzalone to retire in June

Krithi Sankar and Sophia Zivanic
May 9, 2018

Pre-ripped clothing: fashion trend or just plain ripoff?

Alex Wang and Sophia Zivanic
March 13, 2018
bbroads

Bellarmine Broads blog: Boys rated female teachers’ looks, attractiveness online

Lina Kim, Claire Rhee, Kyle Wang, and Sophia Zivanic
February 13, 2018

Interracial couples in the Bay are largely accepted by the younger generation

Katherine Zhou and Sophia Zivanic
January 29, 2018

Senior embraces her culture through fashion

Elaine Toh and Sophia Zivanic
January 25, 2018

Valentine’s day means cheap candy

Sophia Zivanic
January 23, 2018
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Photo or Graphic for: K-fashion craze strong in U.S.

Connie Liang and Olivia Lu
October 18, 2017

New year, new rules: Administration begins implementing new regulations

Siva Sambasivam and Sophia Zivanic
September 15, 2017
BESTPIC

Photo or Graphic for: Falcons repeat NorCal title, avenging CCS loss to PCS

Karen Chow
May 30, 2017

Having one ‘best friend’ is restricting

Sophia Zivanic
March 24, 2017

When friends move far away, technology helps keep close ties alive

Muthu Palaniappan and Sophia Zivanic
March 19, 2017

Group strives to create an electric longboard for their senior project

Roland Shen and Sophia Zivanic
February 10, 2017

Robotics: Team’s female president makes her mark

Esha Lakhotia and Sophia Zivanic
February 10, 2017

My ears don’t have magic flying powers

Sophia Zivanic
February 1, 2017

Sophomore reveals unusual phobia of ranch dressing

Sophia Zivanic
February 1, 2017

Cheer team: Key members sidelined for last football game due to injuries

Vivien Zhang and Sophia Zivanic
October 27, 2016

Life hack: Beeswax will save your shoes this rainy season

Sophia Zivanic
October 23, 2016

Review: Seniors take over Quad Day

Sophia Zivanic
October 7, 2016
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