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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 Uttara Sivaram

APES students develop close bond with waste

Uttara Sivaram
January 7, 2011
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The Rhodes we take: His sister reveals a different side of Varun Sivaram

Uttara Sivaram
December 8, 2010

Staff editorial: Restrictions on viewing graded tests undermine learning

Vijay Menon, Anoop Galivanche, Uttara Sivaram, Abhishek Venkataramana, and Jason Wu
February 24, 2010

Anniversary of Berlin Wall’s demise inspires conflicting emotions

Uttara Sivaram
November 20, 2009

Girls’ golf: Team finishes fourth in tough league

Uttara Sivaram
November 18, 2009

Girls’ Golf: Team shoots for CCS on windy, tough course

Uttara Sivaram
November 4, 2009

More light needs to be shined in recommendation process

Staff editorial: Anoop Galivanche, Saniha Shankar, Uttara Sivaram, Abhi Venkataramana, and Jason Wu
November 4, 2009

Tamil Tigers employ human shield

Uttara Sivaram
June 2, 2009

Tamil Tigers employ human shield

Uttara Sivaram
June 1, 2009

Leadership roles for next year filled

Uttara Sivaram
April 21, 2009

Strange but true: Cage fighting in a Texas school

Amalie MacGowan and Uttara Sivaram
April 16, 2009

Clinton puts human rights issue on backburner

Uttara Sivaram
March 12, 2009

Creationism need not be taught in public schools

Kirstie Lee and Uttara Sivaram
February 12, 2009

Harter finds inspiration through religion

Uttara Sivaram
February 11, 2009

Kennedy undeserving of senatorial nomination

Amalie MacGowan and Uttara Sivaram
January 29, 2009

Teacher tenure needs to be looked at

Uttara Sivaram
December 11, 2008
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Gay student overcomes obstacles

Uttara Sivaram
December 8, 2008

Emanuel renews hope for a better future

Uttara Sivaram
November 21, 2008

Sudanese leader arrested as a feel-good gesture

Uttara Sivaram
November 18, 2008

Girls’ golf’s first season swings to a halt

Uttara Sivaram and Tim Rollinson
November 3, 2008

Girls’ golf shows promising future

Tim Rollinson and Uttara Sivaram
October 14, 2008

Bankers pay for their greed

Uttara Sivaram
October 9, 2008

Pakistan falls into a categorical déjà vu; Musharraf resigns

Uttara Sivaram
September 23, 2008

New girls’ golf team takes a swing

Tim Rollinson and Uttara Sivaram
September 19, 2008
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