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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 Dorrie Tang

Second Club Rush event promotes and fundraises for on-campus groups

Anant Rajeev and Dorrie Tang
March 13, 2015

Engineering program gives prospective students alternative to AP classes

Ashley Chen and Dorrie Tang
March 9, 2015

SHS faculty meets with middle school teachers at Wednesday collaboration

Caitlin Ju and Dorrie Tang
March 4, 2015

Star sprinter reflects on experience in track team

Caitlin Ju and Dorrie Tang
March 4, 2015

Investment club participates in prestigious competition

Trevor Leung and Dorrie Tang
March 4, 2015

No fear, all clear: Reporters ask teachers about hot-button issues

Kevin Chow, Lauren Louie, Melissa Magner, and Dorrie Tang
February 5, 2015

School to hold biennial Career Day event

Nupur Maheshwari and Dorrie Tang
January 29, 2015

Math club gears up for competition season

Dorrie Tang
January 25, 2015

Blurbs: trending on Twitter

Jenny Qian and Dorrie Tang
January 20, 2015

Completed math mural result of many hours of work

Kevin Chow and Dorrie Tang
January 16, 2015

Boys’ cross country team prepares for state meet

Dorrie Tang
November 18, 2014

Teachers should coordinate scheduling of exams

Dorrie Tang
November 13, 2014

School emphasizes importance of emergency drills

Cassandra King and Dorrie Tang
November 13, 2014

Students organize TEDxSaratogaHighSchool event

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Dorrie Tang
November 6, 2014

X country strides forward

Cassandra King and Dorrie Tang
October 13, 2014

Q&A with teachers on their perception of SHS students

Dorrie Tang
October 12, 2014

Apple over-hypes iPhone 6

Dorrie Tang
October 9, 2014

New AP Computer Science partial format proves useful to students

Dorrie Tang
September 4, 2014

Are summer programs all worth the price?

Dorrie Tang and Ellen Wu
September 4, 2014

Experienced history teacher joins school’s new staff

Dorrie Tang
September 2, 2014

Napa earthquake rocks Saratoga in its sleep

Dorrie Tang
September 1, 2014

Cross country teams take strides to pursue state meet qualification

Cassandra King and Dorrie Tang
August 30, 2014

New dessert shop Icebox starts recent hype

Dorrie Tang
August 28, 2014

English teachers recommend good books for the summer

Dorrie Tang
May 30, 2014

Seniors reflect on the college app process

Dorrie Tang and Tiffany Zheng
May 23, 2014

Sophomores excel in math and physics competitions

Dorrie Tang
May 23, 2014

Track finishes season strong

Ashley Chen and Dorrie Tang
May 23, 2014

Discussion of contemporary issues beneficial to classes

Dorrie Tang
May 14, 2014

Four mathletes qualify for USA(J)MO

Dorrie Tang
May 1, 2014
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AP Computer Science class to try out partial online format next year

Dorrie Tang
April 30, 2014

Math Club members excel in recent competitions

Dorrie Tang
April 15, 2014

Boys’ Track: Team experiences success in recent meets

Shazia Gupta and Dorrie Tang
April 14, 2014

Girls’ track: Leaders see progress in early season

Ashley Chen and Dorrie Tang
April 2, 2014

Senior works part time at Kumon learning center

Dorrie Tang
March 31, 2014

Gender disparities prevalent in various STEM courses

Ashley Chen and Dorrie Tang
February 12, 2014

Slow grading causes difficulties for students

Dorrie Tang
February 7, 2014

Valentine’s Day created purely for commercialization

Dorrie Tang
February 7, 2014

Guidance department looks to help students settle the great debate

Dorrie Tang and Kelly Xiao
January 31, 2014

Girls’ track aims to improve

Ashley Chen and Dorrie Tang
January 29, 2014

Boys’ track preview

Shazia Gupta and Dorrie Tang
January 29, 2014
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PE policy remains on hold

Dorrie Tang and Devin Zhao (and Robert Eng)
January 6, 2014

Students find ways to enjoy the wintertime

Dorrie Tang and Tiffany Zheng
December 11, 2013

ASB begins several seasonal drives

Ariel Liu and Dorrie Tang
December 2, 2013

College choice is too dependent on prestige

Dorrie Tang
November 19, 2013

Why are students allowed to skip levels in math but not science?

Dorrie Tang
November 5, 2013

Band P.E.: What is it?

Dorrie Tang
October 29, 2013

ASB Announcements entertain students daily

Ariel Liu and Dorrie Tang
October 29, 2013

Sophomore devotes herself to musical and athletic activities

Dorrie Tang and Tiffany Zheng
September 23, 2013
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