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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 Elizabeth Lee
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Tennis: Falcons qualify for CCS, hope to qualify for NorCals

Elizabeth Lee
November 1, 2017
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Review: ‘Riverdale’ Season 2 overhyped but still worth watching

Elizabeth Lee
October 27, 2017

Spicy Noodle Challenge turns out better than expected

Elizabeth Lee
October 17, 2017
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Boys’ tennis: Team finishes second in league, prepares for CCS

Jay Kim and Elizabeth Lee
May 3, 2017

Junioritis: It’s real — and severe

Elizabeth Lee
April 23, 2017
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Changes ahead for spring fling

Elizabeth Lee
March 7, 2017

Teachers should implement more lenient guidelines for sick students

Elizabeth Lee
March 7, 2017
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Chinese and Korean Clubs host Lunar New Year activities

Elizabeth Lee
February 5, 2017

Students vacation overseas over winter break

Elizabeth Lee
January 24, 2017

Junior, teachers score tickets to see ‘Hamilton’ in S.F.

Elizabeth Lee and Kyle Wang
January 24, 2017

Team plans charity work to help underprivileged students

Elizabeth Lee and Kyle Wang
November 28, 2016

Falcons remain league champs for sixth consecutive year but fall in CCS semifinals

Elizabeth Lee
November 20, 2016

Do you really know your limit?

Jay Kim, Elizabeth Lee, and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

‘Haters Back Off’ not up to the hype, but great for comedic relief

Elizabeth Lee
November 16, 2016

Dead week: Saratoga’s myth

Elizabeth Lee
November 14, 2016

Reporters attempt to recreate Thanksgiving Pinterest treats

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
November 14, 2016
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Band a time-consuming but valuable aspect of senior’s life

Elizabeth Lee and Jay Kim
October 15, 2016

Students recruited as reps to promote brands

Ashley Feng and Elizabeth Lee
October 13, 2016

Tennis: Falcons crush Battle of the Bay; rivalry with Los Gatos heats up

Elizabeth Lee
October 12, 2016

Team begins preparations for first travel tournament

Elizabeth Lee and Kyle Wang
October 11, 2016

New Apple iOS 10 update visually appealing, but unnecessary

Elizabeth Lee
October 11, 2016

Students anticipate future service in Korean military

Elizabeth Lee and Michelle Lee
October 11, 2016

Paralympics should receive equal recognition as the Olympics

Elizabeth Lee
October 3, 2016
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Now on Netflix, ‘Audrie & Daisy’ documentary sheds light on sexual assault issues

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
September 27, 2016

Falcons travel abroad despite recent terrorist attacks

Elizabeth Lee and Harshini Ramaswamy
September 8, 2016

Speech and debate team looks to attend more travel tournaments

Elizabeth Lee and Kyle Wang
September 5, 2016

Sophomore takes on Stanford music camp

Elizabeth Lee and Rahul Vadlakonda
September 5, 2016

Tennis team hopes to win league champion for fourth consecutive year

Elizabeth Lee and Sanjana Melkote
September 4, 2016

Boys’ tennis secure league title for third year in a row

Elizabeth Lee and Jenny Qian
April 27, 2016

Reporters attempt homemade pressed juice

Elizabeth Lee and Katherine Zhou
April 27, 2016
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Art major perseveres through hardships, considers Pratt Institute

Elizabeth Lee and Katherine Zhou
April 23, 2016

Students excel in American Mathematics Competition series

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 10, 2016

Club Rush fundraises for clubs and sports teams

Caitlyn Chen, David Fan, Elizabeth Lee, and Neil Rao
March 10, 2016

‘Audrie and Daisy’ — a documentary for change — will be on Netflix

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 10, 2016

Juniors take the first redesigned SAT

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
March 8, 2016

Senior creates app, makes off campus lunches more efficient

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
February 26, 2016

Growing up as a Muslim American

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
February 4, 2016

Sophomore battles eating disorder, learns to trust peers and family

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
January 22, 2016

Administration may implement GPA scale change for Class of 2020

Caitlyn Chen and Elizabeth Lee
January 21, 2016

Winter Formal should be after finals

Elizabeth Lee and Caitlyn Chen
January 16, 2016

Bombay in the Bay prepares for 12th annual show

Elizabeth Lee
January 15, 2016

Girls’ volleyball advances to CCS despite losses in A league

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
November 13, 2015

Los Altos High exposes different culture to junior

Elizabeth Lee
November 8, 2015

Teachers share unique Thanksgiving traditions

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
November 7, 2015

Junior reduces stress with work at Big Basin Cafe

Elizabeth Lee
November 5, 2015

MAP students take annual trip to Angel Island

Julia Miller and Elizabeth Lee
November 5, 2015

ASB and Leadership aim to create more inclusive student culture

Miles Albert and Elizabeth Lee
October 14, 2015

Volleyball: Girls hang tough despite coach’s absence

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
October 9, 2015

Stop the in-between when it comes to grading program

Elizabeth Lee
October 2, 2015

The slipper doesn’t quite fit the new ‘Cinderella’

Elizabeth Lee
September 30, 2015

Girls’ volleyball brings A-game

Elizabeth Lee and Claire Rhee
September 4, 2015

Senior develops new app for Zynga

Elizabeth Lee
September 1, 2015

Safe Rides program reinstated this year

Elizabeth Lee and Lyka Sethi
April 24, 2009

New classes gain signups

Grishma Athavale and Elizabeth Lee
April 21, 2009

UC tuition increase impractical

Elizabeth Lee
March 23, 2009

School district reports stimulate Aeries modifications

Elizabeth Lee
February 11, 2009

Inauguration tickets prove a challenge for SHS group

Elizabeth Lee
December 12, 2008

Naviance used for Career Day

Elizabeth Lee
December 11, 2008

Policy causes lack of TAs, more work for teachers

Elizabeth Lee and Theresa Yeh
November 7, 2008

Policy causes lack of TAs, more work for teachers

Theresa Yeh and Elizabeth Lee
November 7, 2008

Counselors encourage use of Naviance college-tracking system

Elizabeth Lee
October 6, 2008

Counselors encourage seniors to use Naviance college-tracking system

Elizabeth Lee
October 3, 2008

Webbing may not be the safe way, but it’s the best way

Elizabeth Lee
September 22, 2008

Enthusiastic senior starts music business

Elizabeth Lee
September 22, 2008

Summer courses foster independence

Elizabeth Lee
June 6, 2008

Summer classes foster independence and initiative in students

Elizabeth Lee
June 4, 2008

Hybrid Faire leads students to a greener future

Elizabeth Lee
June 4, 2008

Hybrid Faire leads students to a greener future

Elizabeth Lee
June 4, 2008

Boys’ volleyball aims for high seed in CCS tournament

Elizabeth Lee and Ketaki Shriram
May 7, 2008

School clubs in danger of being cut

Elizabeth Lee
May 1, 2008
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