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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 Connie Liang

Local study spots in need of late-night hours

Connie Liang
April 22, 2019

Senior finds success through competitive Pokémon

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 22, 2019
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Winter percussion team enjoys successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 1, 2019

Badminton returns to De Anza League

Connie Liang and Sherrie Shen
March 28, 2019

Teachers and the Trump Era

Connie Liang and Siva Sambasivam
March 27, 2019

Winter Guard kicks off season with new shows and staff

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
February 14, 2019

Is second-semester burnout real?

Connie Liang
February 14, 2019

Time is up. We need to start caring about the environment.

Connie Liang
February 12, 2019

It’s a f-ACT: ACT tops SAT as superior admissions test

Connie Liang
February 12, 2019

Junior develops app to aid healthy sleep

Connie Liang and Kevin Sze
December 12, 2018
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Orchestra will travel to Chicago to perform at The MidWest Clinic during finals week

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
December 11, 2018

‘In My Feelings’ dance challenge provides valuable lesson about enjoying the moment

Connie Liang
November 27, 2018
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Marching band prepares to wrap up after a successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
October 30, 2018

A theater for all: McAfee rentals encourage community enrichment

Connie Liang
October 29, 2018

Changes to band leadership yield mixed responses

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
September 27, 2018

Leaked albums irritate artists, may boost album sales

Angelina Chen and Connie Liang
September 24, 2018
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Homecoming: Sophomores overcome tight deadlines to produce punny performance

Connie Liang
September 23, 2018

Staying up late, waking up late acceptable to certain extent

Connie Liang
May 30, 2018

Newly installed 4-way stop in downtown met with dispute

Connie Liang
May 30, 2018

Swimming: Varsity girls place fourth at League Finals

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
May 9, 2018

Computer science club hosts first-ever competition

Connie Liang
May 7, 2018

Juniors beat seniors to clinch championship in annual Powderpuff tournament

Connie Liang
April 16, 2018

XuBin Liu adjusts to new country and school environment

Connie Liang and Mathew Luo
March 26, 2018

Minorities in the Bay form communities to exchange produce

Colleen Feng and Connie Liang
March 24, 2018

Freshmen fill and strengthen team

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
March 20, 2018

Speech and debate presence on campus outweighs that of mock trial

Connie Liang
March 20, 2018

Hero Club and Chinese Club collaborate to deliver care packages in SF

Lina Kim and Connie Liang
March 20, 2018

Noise in library and tutoring center during tutorials defeats purpose of facilities

Connie Liang
March 15, 2018

Giving it a whirl: Junior twins find joy in color guard

Connie Liang
March 14, 2018

Off-season, on the grind

Connie Liang
January 25, 2018
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Bringing color into the lives of the children in Nepal

Connie Liang and Vivien Zhang
January 25, 2018

Rap culture’s prescription drug glorification harmful to listeners

Jayne Zhou and Connie Liang
January 24, 2018

Students find mumble rap’s beats to be on par with lyrical rap’s bars

Connie Liang and Alex Wang
January 17, 2018

Winter Formal askings this year less grand than usual

Connie Liang and Sandhya Sundaram
November 30, 2017
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Learning to swim past the aspiration to succeed

Connie Liang
November 17, 2017

World-renowned photographer’s MAP presentation inspires students

Connie Liang
November 16, 2017

New village chocolate shop thriving

Connie Liang and Anna Novoselov
November 16, 2017

Bullet journal not your days but your dreams

Connie Liang and Sanjana Melkote
November 16, 2017
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Closing of local Gene’s Fine Foods upsets loyal patrons

Connie Liang and Victor Liu
October 19, 2017
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K-fashion craze strong in U.S.

Connie Liang and Olivia Lu
October 18, 2017

Parents tracking kids’ internet activities met with mixed reactions

Connie Liang and Phoebe Wang
October 17, 2017

PSA’s

Connie Liang, Sandhya Sundaram, Howard Tang, Elaine Toh, Rahul Vadlakonda, and
October 17, 2017

Students flourish in Middle College environment

Connie Liang and Elaine Sun
October 12, 2017
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New school year brings new entrance

Connie Liang and Annissa Mu
September 5, 2017

New to SHS, sophomore finds a welcoming environment

Connie Liang
September 5, 2017

A musical escape

Connie Liang
September 1, 2017
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