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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 Vivian LeTran

Students prepare for Saratoga Idol

Vivian LeTran
March 14, 2012

Badminton: No. 1 player in the nation leads Falcons

Grace Ma and Vivian LeTran
March 6, 2012

AP Lit course focuses on poems, plays, novels, short stories

Vivian LeTran
January 18, 2012

Asian disadvantage reveals flaw in college admissions process

Vivian LeTran
January 17, 2012

End of procrastination requires wake-up calls

Vivian LeTran and Vivien Lu
January 12, 2012

Leadership plans fun events for school

Vivian LeTran and Sanj Nalwa
November 10, 2011

Alluring college mail has ulterior motives

Vivian LeTran
November 7, 2011

New faces in old places: special education department experiences staff changes

Vivian LeTran and Jonathan Young
October 14, 2011

School gets paint makeover

Vivian LeTran
September 9, 2011

‘Kung Fu Panda 2’ packs a punch

Vivian LeTran
September 3, 2011

Students volunteer around the world

Vivian LeTran
May 26, 2011

Boys’ Golf: Strong season ends in disappointment at CCS

Priyanka Nookala and Vivian LeTran
May 18, 2011

Drama department to showcase year’s last student production

Vivian LeTran
May 17, 2011

Boys’ golf: Team starts strong despite injured player

Vivian LeTran
April 4, 2011

Music Department pulls off successful Jazz Cabaret

Vivian LeTran
March 30, 2011

MAP class to explore San Francisco

Vivian LeTran and Kyumin Shim
March 23, 2011

Where art thou, summer break?

Evaline Ju and Vivian LeTran
March 9, 2011

Blood drive draws many donors

Vivian LeTran and Kyumin Shim
February 4, 2011

Balloon artist twists happiness into sculptures

Vivian LeTran
January 31, 2011

Aeries closed during crucial finals week

Shivani Chadha and Vivian LeTran
January 22, 2011

Junior embraces a colorful array of dances

Vivian LeTran
January 4, 2011

Lack of enrollment will lead to cutting of Japanese as language course after 2012

Justine Huang and Vivian LeTran
December 8, 2010

APES students visit recycling plant

Vivian LeTran
November 18, 2010

Bellgrove Circle a favorite for trick-or-treaters

Vivian LeTran
October 18, 2010

29 seniors qualify as National Merit Semifinalists

Vivian LeTran
October 15, 2010

Students have a ‘beef’ with new lunch line

Vivian LeTran
September 14, 2010

PTSO holds BBQ to kick off new school year

Vivian LeTran
September 11, 2010

Youtube singers provide something out of the ordinary

Vivian LeTran
May 27, 2010

Softball Season Recap: Hard work pays off on senior day

Olivia Chock and Vivian LeTran
May 27, 2010
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Science teacher finishes Boston Marathon

Vivian LeTran and Aanchal Mohan
May 18, 2010

Softball strives to improve

Olivia Chock and Vivian LeTran
April 2, 2010

Wang bakes elaborate cakes for friends’ birthdays

Vivian LeTran
April 1, 2010

Softball makes room for improvement

Olivia Chock and Vivian LeTran
March 16, 2010

Ceramics teacher challenges herself by ‘throwing’ a vase blindfolded

Vivian LeTran and Maggie Lin
March 15, 2010

English electives idea on hold due to budget deficit

Vivian LeTran and Emily Williams
March 8, 2010

Environmental Science gets ‘trashy’

Vivian LeTran and Ren Norris
January 19, 2010

Tri-M Club shares musical talents with the community

Vivian LeTran and Sarah Hull
January 12, 2010

Despite reputation, Cupertino Square offers more entertainment than people give credit for, 5.1 miles

Vivian LeTran
January 4, 2010

English department explores the idea of an electives-based curriculum

Vivian LeTran and Emily Williams
November 13, 2009

Oncologist speaks about recent advances in cancer research and detection

Sarah Hull and Vivian LeTran
November 12, 2009

“Ponyo” disappointing and overly simplistic

Vivian LeTran
November 5, 2009

Tech room remodeled to have a more suitable working environment

Vivian LeTran
November 5, 2009
MSET club

Interest grows in forming clubs as ASB tightens restrictions

Sarah Hull and Vivian LeTran
October 9, 2009

Student wastes time by watching anime online

Vivian LeTran
October 7, 2009

Sophomore takes ground to new Irish roots

Vivian LeTran and Maggie Lin
September 29, 2009

Club Day off to an optimistic start

Vivian LeTran and Karen Yang
September 9, 2009
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