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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 Charin Park

Swim team looks ahead to Los Altos meet

Daniel Bessonov and Charin Park
March 28, 2017

Girls’ team chemistry provides strong foundation for swim season

Charin Park
February 10, 2017

Senior racer takes driving to the extreme

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
October 27, 2016
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Living with an autistic sibling

Charin Park
October 19, 2016

Senior hammer thrower recounts five years of throwing

Eleanor Goh and Charin Park
September 23, 2016
Todd Dwyer

Before teaching, econ teacher spent years as glazier and soldier

Jay Kim and Charin Park
May 11, 2016

Swim season kick-starts with freshman diver

Angela Lee and Charin Park
March 11, 2016

Freshman participates in competitive racing with Sugar Bowl Ski Team

Caitlyn Chen and Charin Park
March 6, 2016

El Niño’s impacts on drought deemed unpredictable

Charin Park
January 19, 2016

Organization builds community between volunteers and special education students

Charin Park
November 13, 2015

Girls Can movement helps break gender boundaries

Charin Park and Oksana Trifonova
November 10, 2015

The Wrestling Room: where blood and sweat turns into gold

Charin Park and Jason Zhao
November 8, 2015

Upper league opponents have made for tough season for girls’ water polo

Charin Park and Jenny Qian
October 14, 2015

Science Bowl tries to retool in effort to reach national tournament

Charin Park and Neehar Thumaty
October 9, 2015

Sophomore shines in synchronized swimming despite disability

Charin Park
October 9, 2015

Twenty-five years as a Falcon

Spring Ma and Charin Park
October 8, 2015

Freshman math prodigy shoots for new heights

Charin Park
September 30, 2015

Girls’ water polo to adjust with new coach and team

Charin Park and Jenny Qian
September 3, 2015
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