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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 David Sparkman

Perspectives: A look into drug and alcohol culture on campus

Rachel Hull, Megana Iyer, and David Sparkman
March 13, 2014
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Robotics has strong showing at first competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
March 11, 2014

Robotics gears up for another season

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
February 14, 2014
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M-SET to host competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
November 21, 2013

Robotics places 3rd; makes it to semifinals at competition

Aditya Chaudhry and David Sparkman
October 28, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Homecoming review: Class of ’17 dances impressively, but Quad Day plot hard to follow

Jonathan Young
October 2, 2013

Food trucks added to lure students to Homecoming setup days

Arjun Ramanathan and David Sparkman
September 26, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Commissioners hope successful ‘70s-themed rally a sign of things to come

Jonathan Young
September 5, 2013

German exchange student adjusts to changes

David Sparkman and Oksana Trifonova
September 5, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: SHS dance team returns to the dance floor

Allison Lin and Megan MacInnes
August 29, 2013

MSET Season Wrap-up

David Sparkman
May 27, 2013

APES students take annual field trip watch elephant seals

David Sparkman and Priyanka Nookala
April 3, 2013

Former students give advice on college process

David Sparkman
March 20, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Saratoga beats Redwood in interstaff charity basketball game that raises $10,000

Samuel Liu and Derek Sun
March 11, 2013

History trip to Normandy cancelled

David Sparkman
February 4, 2013
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FTC team heads to NorCal Championship

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
February 4, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Superstar freshman seizes the stage

Allison Chang and Megana Iyer
January 17, 2013
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Photo or Graphic for: Athletes remark on effects of starting a sport after freshman year

Sarah Finley
January 17, 2013

MSET expands with new competitions

David Sparkman and Stanley Yip
December 16, 2012

Teacher decorates classroom for the holidays

David Sparkman
December 16, 2012

Curse-ive: archaic writing form unnecessary

David Sparkman and Lauren Louie
December 16, 2012
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The new Bond movie: A must see

David Sparkman
December 16, 2012

It’s time to re-think six-week grading periods

David Sparkman and Jay Mulye
October 14, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Classroom stories: A ‘heated’ day in physics

Amy Jan
September 16, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: New clubs shine at Club Day, old ones merge

Rohan Rajeev and Minu Palaniappan
September 26, 2012
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Endeavor’s fly-over wows teachers and students alike

David Sparkman
September 26, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Yim’s funny stories contrast with his tough reputation

Bruce Lou
September 19, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Davey named Teacher of the Year

Grace Ma
May 24, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: School’s population growth creates challenges, leads to relocation of preschool

Aashna Mukerji
May 17, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Physics students construct catapults to soak teachers

Allison Chang
May 17, 2012

MSET 649 makes history at Central Valley Regional

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
May 11, 2012

MSET 649 excels at Central Valley Regional

Minu Palaniappan and David Sparkman
May 8, 2012
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Photo or Graphic for: Powderpuff energizes school

Jonathan Young
April 24, 2012

Khan he help us? Flipping classroom still needs work

Cristina Curcelli and David Sparkman
February 6, 2012

Robotics divides into sub-teams for build-season

David Sparkman
January 29, 2012

The LG Christmas parade: A great way to start the holiday season

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

Choir tradition ended due to finals schedule

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

MSET raises money for the 2012 season robot

David Sparkman
December 9, 2011

Brass culture: Players share more than meets the eye

David Sparkman
November 2, 2011

Behind the curtains: The Tech Crew goes to work

David Sparkman and Nelson Wang
September 22, 2011

Talking Tech: Guru keeps SHS running smoothly

David Sparkman and Nelson Wang
September 22, 2011
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