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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 Arnav Swamy
Tony Fernandes drinks a carton of almond milk during the Feb. 11, 2022 rally, an action that made him infamous across the school as the milk man.

Photo or Graphic for: Senior Mag 2023: Tony Fernandes: the milk man we needed

Howard Shu
June 6, 2023
The class spotted three elephant seals lying on the beach while touring Año Nuevo State Park.

AP Environmental Science class goes to Año Nuevo for annual field trip

Sanjoli Gupta and Arnav Swamy
March 26, 2023
JPEGMAFIA’s discography features an explosive range of sharp social commentary, eclectic production, and witty humor.

Underrated artist spotlight: JPEGMAFIA

Arnav Swamy
March 14, 2023
Understanding how an application was reviewed would ensure equity and that a holistic admissions process is truly being followed.

Staff editorial: Colleges should release internal numerical ratings to all applicants

Nilay Mishra and Arnav Swamy
January 29, 2023
Analyzing our rap album of the year: Atlanta rapper JID’s ‘The Forever Story’

Analyzing our rap album of the year: Atlanta rapper JID’s ‘The Forever Story’

Howard Shu and Arnav Swamy
December 8, 2022
Try me.

Top 10: wordle openers

Arnav Swamy
September 23, 2022
Class of 2023 reflects on their year emerging from the pandemic

Class of 2023 reflects on their year emerging from the pandemic

Howard Shu and Arnav Swamy
June 5, 2022
Precalculus Honors classes should not transform curriculum to conform to AP Precalculus

Precalculus Honors classes should not transform curriculum to conform to AP Precalculus

Nilay Mishra and Arnav Swamy
May 30, 2022

Top 10 Michaels

Nikhil Mathihalli and Arnav Swamy
May 12, 2022
Prices for regular gasoline at the Chevron in Los Gatos on Saratoga-Los Gatos Road break $6.  

Gasoline prices soar amid Russo-Ukrainian crisis

Arnav Swamy
March 30, 2022
This is one of Thompson’s favorite cards, featuring his nephew Kyle Harrison, the top Minor League pitcher for the San Francisco Giants.

A million and counting: Assistant principal details his baseball card collecting passion

Arnav Swamy
March 17, 2022
Season preview: Boys’ golf reloads

Season preview: Boys’ golf reloads

Arnav Swamy
March 15, 2022
The FRC hardware team is fixing their robot, Cowfish, for their regional tournament at San Francisco.

Two regionals put MSET Fish’s robot to the test

Nikhil Mathihalli and Arnav Swamy
March 15, 2022
Junior Brandon Ngo poses with his music mixing software, Ableton, along with his equipment.

Junior Brandon Ngo elevates his DJ career at online music festivals

Arnav Swamy
March 12, 2022
Two juniors nominated for NCTE writing contest

Two juniors nominated for NCTE writing contest

Howard Shu and Arnav Swamy
March 12, 2022
Pictured here is the result of Howard and Arnav’s first game against each other, which resulted in a stalemate and atrocious accuracy ratings.

Grandblunderers > grandmasters

Howard Shu and Arnav Swamy
March 8, 2022
While on his trip to Sri Lanka in 1991, Mr. Tarbox kneels to take a photo of a Buddhist monastery.

AP Art History teacher reflects on Catholicism’s impact on his teachings

Arnav Swamy
February 28, 2022
The Weeknd’s fifth album, ‘Dawn FM,’ embodies his versatility as a musician

The Weeknd’s fifth album, ‘Dawn FM,’ embodies his versatility as a musician

Arnav Swamy and Tiffany Wang
February 28, 2022
The team plays a game on Jan. 25.

Girls’ soccer team hopes to carry preseason success into league games

Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy
January 31, 2022
Amidst controversy, schools correct to maximize in-person education

Amidst controversy, schools correct to maximize in-person education

Arnav Swamy
January 31, 2022
Class of 2021: Alumni reflect on their transition to various colleges

Class of 2021: Alumni reflect on their transition to various colleges

Christina Chang and Arnav Swamy
December 18, 2021

Top ten times of day

Arnav Swamy
December 10, 2021
‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming

‘Clash Royale’: the pinnacle of mobile gaming

Atrey Desai and Arnav Swamy
December 1, 2021
Senior Lauren Yarrington plays in a match against Milpitas last year.

Falcons prepare to replicate last season’s success

Jonny Luo and Arnav Swamy
November 19, 2021
Mac Miller performing at a concert in Norway in 2012.

Mac Miller’s album ‘Faces’ capstones his remarkable legacy

Arnav Swamy
November 1, 2021
The money tree sitting on the coffee table in my living room.

How to be a plant parent

Arnav Swamy
October 28, 2021
Poetry in motion: I’ve learned to slow down and tell my story in a genre I once scorned

Poetry in motion: I’ve learned to slow down and tell my story in a genre I once scorned

Arnav Swamy
October 17, 2021
Junior Tony Fernandes, then a third grader, clenches a goblet with the priest for communion, a traditional Christian rite.

Students details fading connection with religion

Arnav Swamy
October 14, 2021
Members of the Model UN club smile for a group picture after their first online meeting.

Model UN Club implements a hybrid in-person and online system

Vicky Bai and Arnav Swamy
October 7, 2021
Is it morally OK to do extracurriculars mostly for college?

Is it morally OK to do extracurriculars mostly for college?

Arnav Swamy
October 7, 2021
Baby Keem’s ‘The Melodic Blue’ pioneers path for future rap music

Baby Keem’s ‘The Melodic Blue’ pioneers path for future rap music

Howard Shu and Arnav Swamy
October 1, 2021
When users interact with the bots on Discord, the bots explain what will occur next regarding their future.

YouTube shuts down popular Discord music bots

Atrey Desai and Arnav Swamy
September 30, 2021
Rookie members of team MSET 6165 Cuttlefish work on the finishing touches of their robot together in the robotics room before their scrimmage.

Robotic teams use offseason to get even stronger after a strong pandemic year

Arnav Swamy and Martin Xu
September 25, 2021
Despite its raw potential, Kanye West’s ‘Donda’ too unrefined to be great

Despite its raw potential, Kanye West’s ‘Donda’ too unrefined to be great

Viraaj Reddi and Arnav Swamy
September 17, 2021
Junior mixes DJ sets to perform in online music festivals

Junior mixes DJ sets to perform in online music festivals

Vicky Bai and Arnav Swamy
September 5, 2021
Screen Shot 2020-11-05 at 8

Photo or Graphic for: Falcon Focus: Sophomore self-publishes fantasy novel

Selina Chen
November 5, 2020
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