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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 Sudeep Raj

Speech and debate brings home success

Sudeep Raj and Oksana Trifonova
May 7, 2014
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Wrestlers finish season strong at states

Sudeep Raj
March 11, 2014

The teacher’s favorite student

Sudeep Raj
March 10, 2014

Teacher implements ‘cupcake month’ to combat March

Sudeep Raj
March 10, 2014

Despite loss of key players, tennis team remains strong

Nick Chow and Sudeep Raj
March 9, 2014

Speech and debate showing growth

Sudeep Raj and Oksana Trifonova
February 14, 2014

“Sea of Monsters” sinks to the bottom

Sudeep Raj
February 14, 2014

Increase in science classes results in classroom rearranging and sharing

Megana Iyer and Sudeep Raj
October 10, 2013

Posting recorded lectures online can lead some students to be lazy, inattentive in class

Sudeep Raj and Arjun Ramanathan
October 4, 2013

Memo to the SCOTUS: Procrastination is not the way Supreme Court’s decision not to decide on affirmative action a mistake

Sudeep Raj
September 23, 2013

Memo to the Supreme Court: Make bold decisions now, not later

Sudeep Raj
September 23, 2013

Grad and teacher Rector sees lots of changes at Saratoga High

Aditya Chaudhry and Sudeep Raj
September 10, 2013

Team displays impressive performance as state qualifiers near

Sudeep Raj and Rohan Hardikar
April 3, 2013

Injury-prone tennis team looking to become a top league contender

Minu Palaniappan and Sudeep Raj
April 3, 2013

Alumni continue to connect with their Indian dancing traditions

Jane Park and Sudeep Raj
April 3, 2013

Recent performances show optimistic signs for future

Rohan Hardikar and Sudeep Raj
February 26, 2013
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Boys’ tennis looks to regain position as champions

Sudeep Raj and Minu Palaniappan
February 4, 2013

Unnecessary roughness in sports makes a difference

Sudeep Raj and Lauren Louie
February 4, 2013

Gun control laws harm more than help

Sudeep Raj
February 4, 2013

Roses for this year’s Valentine’s Day grams

Arman Vaziri and Sudeep Raj
February 4, 2013

Roses for this year’s Valentine’s Day grams

Arman Vaziri and Sudeep Raj
February 3, 2013

Karate enhances students’ self-defense knowledge

Rachel Hull and Sudeep Raj
December 7, 2012

Speech and debate team wins record number of events at Santa Clara tournament

Rohan Hardikar and Sudeep Raj
December 7, 2012

Illegal immigrant unfairly denied kidney transplant

Sudeep Raj
December 7, 2012
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First debate tournament lacking in participation, but still fruitful

Sudeep Raj and Rohan Hardikar
October 29, 2012

XC team heads into CCS and State with high hopes

Bruce Lou and Sudeep Raj
October 28, 2012

Senior Day, a way for underclassmen to say thanks

Sudeep Raj and Arman Vaziri
October 27, 2012

SAT score drops irrelevant to education

Minu Palaniappan and Sudeep Raj
October 27, 2012
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Real YouTube talent ‘smoshed’ by undeserving channels

Sudeep Raj
September 26, 2012

Speech and debate team to go across the country

Rohan Hardikar and Sudeep Raj
September 19, 2012

Kabir Chandrasekher: O Captain! My Captain!

Bruce Lou and Sudeep Raj
September 19, 2012
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