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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 Trung Vandinh

Startup site Ello fails to compete as a strong Facebook alternative

Miles Albert and Trung Vandinh
November 24, 2014

New Media Arts 2 class combines junior MAP electives in one class

Michelle Leung and Trung Vandinh
October 2, 2014

Senior plans to join military after high school

Megana Iyer and Trung Vandinh
February 27, 2014

Guest speakers inspire audience

Trung Vandinh
November 18, 2013

Girls’ volleyball team overcomes rival Cupertino

Trung Vandinh
October 10, 2013

Students take up American Sign Language alternative

Trung Vandinh
October 10, 2013

Drivers weigh consequences of ‘one-year’ license rule

Trung Vandinh and Derek Sun
October 8, 2013

Volleyball season begins with uncertainty

Trung Vandinh
September 23, 2013

Falcon Focus: Seniors refurbish car from the ‘70s

Trung Vandinh
September 3, 2013

Benefit fashion show a runway to success

Deepti Kannan and Trung Vandinh
May 3, 2013

Gun restrictions will not improve situation

Trung Vandinh
March 12, 2013

Health/Driver’s Education is a necessary class

Trung Vandinh and Devin Zhao
March 12, 2013

French cut at Redwood; possible consequences for Saratoga’s French program

Samuel Liu and Trung Vandinh
February 1, 2013

Internet safety awareness dismally low

Allison Chang and Trung Vandinh
January 22, 2013

New area code 669 for region

Matt Foley and Trung Vandinh
November 27, 2012

ASB implements Student of the Month Award

Trung Vandinh and Aashna Mukerji
November 18, 2012

Recent events spur potential tightening of security

Maya Ravichandran and Trung Vandinh
November 15, 2012

Nut allergies cause heightened campus awareness

Candice Zheng and Trung Vandinh
October 10, 2012

Woodworking cut from curriculum

Allison Chang and Trung Vandinh
September 19, 2012

Saratoga Olympics: Students eat to victory

Trung Vandinh
September 4, 2012
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