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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 Ethan Lin
Timing was right to lift mask mandate, but caution still important

Timing was right to lift mask mandate, but caution still important

Ethan Lin
March 20, 2022
The U.S should not pursue direct military action in Russo-Ukrainian crisis

The U.S should not pursue direct military action in Russo-Ukrainian crisis

Ethan Lin
March 18, 2022
The field hockey team runs onto the field at the beginning of their game against Homestead.

Fall recap: Successful seasons were rare, but athletes were happy to be back in the game

Christina Chang and Ethan Lin
December 6, 2021
The released finals schedule is set for the week of Dec. 13.

New finals schedule released

Ethan Lin
November 17, 2021
During college visits, colleges should not repeat information easily found on their website. 

College visits should humanize the admission process, focus less on numerical data

Ethan Lin
October 7, 2021
A typical four square layout at a school — surrounded by basketball courts and play structures. 

Four square: a monochromatic battleground of nostalgia

Ethan Lin
October 6, 2021
Senior Ethan Lin performing at the St. James Episcopal Parish in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Music summer camp teaches unexpected lessons

Ethan Lin
September 20, 2021
The new bell schedule in all its glory.

New bell schedule lacks consistency and wastes too much time

Ethan Lin
September 8, 2021
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Yoga for All club provides de-stressing exercises

Ethan Lin and Joann Zhang
May 28, 2021
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School has put adequate COVID-19 protocols in place

Ethan Lin
May 14, 2021
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Boys’ water polo tries to adapt after unexpected passing of coach

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
April 2, 2021
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Entering hybrid model elicits mixed reactions from students

Ethan Lin
April 2, 2021

Lockdowns in the U.S. can be made more effective

Ethan Lin
March 18, 2021
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WASC gives school maximum six-year term

Ethan Lin
March 8, 2021
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Diversity survey reveals views of ethnic and cultural representation in classes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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How to put more heart in HAERT modules

Ethan Lin
January 21, 2021
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Plans for hybrid schooling elicits mixed student reactions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
January 21, 2021
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School hires new long-term subs, staff for second semester

Andy Chen and Ethan Lin
January 17, 2021
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Consumers should frown on Amazon for its treatment of workers

Ethan Lin
December 17, 2020
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Teachers find alternative ways to administer finals

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
December 14, 2020
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New advisory period elicits mixed reaction from students

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 22, 2020
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Team maintains COVID-19 guidelines as on-campus practice resumes

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
October 18, 2020
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‘Among Us’: enjoyable and rewarding

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2020
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ASB implements new club policies for virtual learning

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 10, 2020
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WASC, delayed by COVID-19, resumes in online format

Ethan Lin and Aaria Thomas
September 9, 2020
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District implements new remote learning bell schedule

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
August 26, 2020
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National History Day state finalists announced

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
May 19, 2020
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Transition to online learning continues

Andy Chen and Ethan Lin
May 10, 2020
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P.E. classes accommodate new quarantine conditions

Ethan Lin
May 10, 2020
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Students and teachers navigate online classes

Ethan Lin and Cici Xu
April 30, 2020
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Gen Z teens should not be blamed for addiction to phones

Ethan Lin and Tiffany Wang
April 1, 2020
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Teachers should not set deadlines at 11:59

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
March 25, 2020

Department chairs play an important role on campus

Ethan Lin and Brandon Wang
March 22, 2020
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The stigma of revealing mental health issues for professional athletes

Leo Cao and Ethan Lin
March 21, 2020
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Emotions should not be shared on social media after tragedy

Ethan Lin
March 9, 2020

Despite having some high-performing districts, California gets a C- in education

Ethan Lin and Tiffany Wang
January 28, 2020

Using tech, teachers start stream-lining process of tutorial check-ins

Ethan Lin and Oliver Ye
November 24, 2019

Boys’ water polo loses CCS first round

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
November 24, 2019

California Healthy Kids Survey reveals alarming results

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
November 22, 2019

The invisible line that comedy should not cross

Ethan Lin
October 17, 2019

Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 17, 2019

Sophomore’s mother balances family life with piano career

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2019
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Boys’ water polo pushes for CCS 

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
October 11, 2019

Boys’ polo players shoulder new responsibilities with changed roster

Ethan Lin and Alan Zu
September 9, 2019

So far lunch changes seem to waste time rather than saving it

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
September 9, 2019
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Clubs look to recruit new members amid tighter restrictions

Ethan Lin and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019

Tutorial changes elicit mixed reactions

Ethan Lin and Kaitlyn Tsai
September 5, 2019
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