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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

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Claire Chou, Spring Ma, Katherine Sun, and Eileen Toh
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Angela Liu and Claire Chou
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Claire Chou and Katherine Sun
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Claire Chou and Harshini Ramaswamy
February 23, 2016

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Claire Chou and Cassi King
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Claire Chou and Katherine Sun
November 29, 2015

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Claire Chou and Austin Wang
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Claire Chou and Katherine Sun
October 22, 2015

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Claire Chou and Katherine Sun
September 17, 2015

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August 24, 2015

Choir, orchestra, band celebrate end of year with concerts

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger
May 21, 2015

Oxford ‘Out of the Blue’ a cappella group works with choir, performs in McAfee

Claire Chou and Sweeya Raj
May 18, 2015

Winter percussion travels to Ohio for its first WGI competition

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger
May 1, 2015

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Claire Chou
April 1, 2015

Winter guard deserves more recognition (and gym time)

Claire Chou and Isabelle Tseng
March 27, 2015

Senior finds passion in acting, singing

Larissa Chiu and Claire Chou
March 22, 2015

Doxxing: Who is behind the screen?

Claire Chou and Katherine Sun
February 6, 2015

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Claire Chou and Karissa Dong
December 5, 2014

Tumblr breeds dens of hatred

Claire Chou and Karissa Dong
December 5, 2014

Strickland takes the next jump in college admissions

Ashley Chen, Claire Chou, and Shreya Tumu
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Rick Riordan, John Green demonstrate positive role of authors on social media today

Claire Chou and Isabelle Tseng
December 4, 2014

Color Guard transitions to revamped Winter Guard

Claire Chou and Isabelle Tseng
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Band invited to march at 2016 Rose Parade

Claire Chou and Gwynevere Hunger
October 30, 2014

Apple’s new flagship bigger and shinier but not a necessity

Claire Chou and Stefanie Ting
October 30, 2014

Freshman fashionista sews her own clothes

Claire Chou and Eileen Toh
October 25, 2014

UCLA’s Bruin Marching Band performs at school

Claire Chou and Stefanie Ting
October 19, 2014

Documentary to cover aftermath of Pott case, issues facing teen girls

Ashley Chen and Claire Chou
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More classrooms incorporate collaborative teaching model

Claire Chou and Isabelle Tseng
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