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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 Victor Liu

Lack of transparency causes confusion in admissions process

Victor Liu
April 29, 2019

Top 10 ways to get over a rejection of any kind

Victor Liu and Jeffrey Ma
March 26, 2019

Top ten ways to get into the holiday mood

Victor Liu and Jeffrey Ma
November 27, 2018

No, the MBTI isn’t psychic

Kaylene Morrison and Victor Liu
March 15, 2018

Recent scandals beg the question: Can we separate the art from the artist?

Victor Liu, Elaine Toh, and Kyle Wang
January 29, 2018

Top 10 ways for a non-fan to survive Super Bowl LII

Jay Kim and Victor Liu
January 29, 2018

Staff editorial: Seniors, please accurately report to Naviance

Victor Liu
January 29, 2018

Country Music is better than y’all think

Victor Liu and Austin Wang
January 25, 2018

Staff editorial: Move-ember not the best initiative to reduce student stress

Victor Liu
November 28, 2017

Ten tips for a great formal asking

Jay Kim and Victor Liu
November 27, 2017

Students need to research past the rankings of U.S. News and Report

Victor Liu
November 27, 2017

Rotten Tomatoes provides oversimplified ratings

Elaine Fan and Victor Liu
November 17, 2017
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Play soccer while you still can

Victor Liu
November 16, 2017

Top Ten Ways to Spook Your Friends This Halloween

Victor Liu and neil rao
October 23, 2017
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Closing of local Gene’s Fine Foods upsets loyal patrons

Connie Liang and Victor Liu
October 19, 2017

ASB needs to adjust club member mandatory minimums

Victor Liu
October 13, 2017

Jake Paul: Is he really beating all the competition?

Alex Wang and Victor Liu
October 12, 2017

Cahatol now teaching AP Chemistry class

Victor Liu and Jayne Zhou
September 5, 2017

Students should have more of a voice in choosing Homecoming themes

Victor Liu and Vivien Zhang
August 31, 2017

SHS develops strong relationships with colleges through admissions officers

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
May 26, 2017

Business class should be restarted to promote creativity and innovation

Victor Liu and Vivien Zhang
May 25, 2017

The highs and lows of caffeine splurging

Karen Chow and Victor Liu
May 24, 2017

FBLA team excels at States conference

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
April 28, 2017
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Baseball team tries to find groove

Victor Liu, Navin Tiwary, Vivien Zhang, and Jason Zhao
April 2, 2017

Participation soars in programming competition this year

Daniel Bessonov and Victor Liu
March 26, 2017

Campus conservatives remain steadfast on beliefs despite liberal environment

Frederick Kim and Victor Liu
March 24, 2017

English classes should adopt more nonfiction books in curricula

Victor Liu
March 24, 2017

ASB creates new fundraising event for class offices and commissions

Alexandra Li and Victor Liu
March 23, 2017

AP registration deadline should not be earlier

Victor Liu
February 14, 2017

Baseball team steps up to the challenge after losing key graduating seniors

Victor Liu and Navin Tiwary
February 10, 2017

Joining the stars on the board: track and field athletes aspire to break records

Victor Liu and Elaine Sun
February 10, 2017

The Robotics reality: 200 hours to build, 2 minutes to play

Victor Liu and Austin Wang
February 4, 2017
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A private school education for a (still expensive) public school price

Victor Liu
December 8, 2016
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Athletes debate the advantages of left-dominance

Victor Liu and Neil Rao
December 8, 2016

Run Hillary, run

Daniel Bessonov and Victor Liu
November 1, 2016

Leadership event builds links with special needs students

Victor Liu and Neil Rao
November 1, 2016

100-word rant: the almost-perfect candidate

Victor Liu
October 28, 2016

Toad hits the road: Pepe declared hate symbol

Victor Liu and Alex Yang
October 24, 2016

Inktober encourages students to express creativity each day

Victor Liu and Ami Nachiappan
October 20, 2016
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District hosts second annual World Cafe to address student stress

Cassandra King and Victor Liu
September 27, 2016

Bucket list blues: my shots in the dark

Victor Liu
September 22, 2016

‘The Great Wall’ might not be so whitewashed after all

Patrick Li and Victor Liu
September 22, 2016

Freshman tries Facebook, finds it surprisingly useless

Victor Liu
September 14, 2016
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