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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

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All content by Becky Hoag

Sydneyjoto tackles high school blog world

Becky Hoag
April 23, 2015

Annual Jazz Cabaret canceled due to scheduling conflicts

Becky Hoag and Jenny Qian
March 9, 2015

Freshman excels in first year of Winter Guard

Becky Hoag and Amelia Schwabe
March 5, 2015

CBI program prepares its students for the future

Becky Hoag and Neehar Thumaty
March 5, 2015

Marine biology and AP Biology students explore Catalina Island

Becky Hoag and Devin Zhao
January 25, 2015

Junior creates her own Indulgent Bites

Becky Hoag
January 21, 2015

Community college education needs consideration and respect

Becky Hoag
January 21, 2015

Students need to be trained for not just college, but life in general

Becky Hoag
November 17, 2014

Astronomy students head deeper into space with their visit to planetarium

Becky Hoag
November 13, 2014

Seniors experience the social side of college during their visits

Becky Hoag
November 13, 2014

Annual Heritage Day Festival puts fun spin on Saratoga’s history

Becky Hoag
October 16, 2014

Speakers encourage girls to pursue computer science

Becky Hoag
October 12, 2014

Junior wins major math contest at MIT

Becky Hoag
October 10, 2014

Contrary to popular belief, the environment can heal itself

Becky Hoag
October 2, 2014

School remodels weight room

Becky Hoag
September 9, 2014

New Principles of Engineering class paves way for future 4-year engineering program

Becky Hoag
September 2, 2014

Get over the gross factor: the search for new water sources takes us to our toilets

Becky Hoag
September 1, 2014

Caillat shines brighter than the sun at Mountain Winery

Becky Hoag
September 1, 2014

Softball goes strong in league but falls in CCS

Becky Hoag
May 28, 2014

Saratoga celebrates Memorial Day in style

Becky Hoag
May 28, 2014
wild west

Junior history students head West

Becky Hoag
May 5, 2014

California’s drought and how much it has affected us

Becky Hoag and Shreya Tumu
February 12, 2014

Staff members caution against too much senioritis

Becky Hoag and Jihau Yu
February 12, 2014

Students cheer on Bay Area figure skater

Becky Hoag and Michelle Leung
February 7, 2014

Mexico exchange students visit Saratoga

Becky Hoag and Shazia Gupta
January 6, 2014

Mexico exchange students visit Saratoga

Becky Hoag and Shazia Gupta
December 11, 2013

Counselors encourage students to talk over LGBT concerns

Becky Hoag and Kelly Xiao
December 11, 2013
bandas

Marching Band prepares to spread holiday cheer in Los Gatos

Becky Hoag
December 11, 2013

Junior learns to live with diabetes

Becky Hoag
October 30, 2013

Science teacher’s lecture inspires ‘08 graduate to pursue physical therapy

Becky Hoag
October 30, 2013

Dripping with talent: junior demonstrates emotion through art

Becky Hoag
September 23, 2013
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