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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 Evaline Ju

Senior competes in Intel finals

Evaline Ju
March 26, 2013

AMC qualifiers look toward AIME

Evaline Ju
March 12, 2013

Science Bowl teams fall short of last year’s success

Evaline Ju
February 26, 2013

Three seniors among Intel semifinalists

Evaline Ju
January 29, 2013

Ethics Bowl team prepares for regionals

Evaline Ju and Devin Zhao
January 24, 2013
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Wall of Rejection would help students bond

Evaline Ju and Ashwini Velchamy
January 22, 2013

Math Club competes at SCU

Evaline Ju
November 21, 2012
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Girls’ tennis team falls in CCS quarterfinal round to Menlo

Evaline Ju
November 15, 2012

Girls’ tennis: Team changes coaches but stays second in the league

Evaline Ju
October 19, 2012
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Freshman receives fourth place in Math Prize for Girls

Evaline Ju
October 5, 2012

Former assistant principal Hyde working as college counselor

Evaline Ju
October 2, 2012

Girls’ tennis: Team takes seventh at California High School Tennis Classic

Evaline Ju
September 19, 2012

CCS changes unnecessary near end of season

Evaline Ju
September 12, 2012

Girls’ tennis: Team faces new season with new coach

Evaline Ju
September 7, 2012

Link Crew should shift focus from ‘links’ to issues

Evaline Ju
May 1, 2012

Benefit show a success despite time constraint

Evaline Ju
March 26, 2012

Mock Trial county competition season underway

Evaline Ju
February 13, 2012

Mock trial holds public run-through

Evaline Ju
February 6, 2012

Preview of Electives Night garners student interest

Evaline Ju
February 6, 2012

Interact ‘captures’ members through bonding activity

Evaline Ju and Rohan Rajeev
December 4, 2011

Students prepare for March science fair

Evaline Ju
December 2, 2011

Liberal arts degrees vital to education

Evaline Ju
November 29, 2011

Saving for the holidays

Evaline Ju
November 21, 2011

Girls’ tennis: Team to face Monta Vista for CCS title

Evaline Ju
November 15, 2011

Media professionals introduce students to careers

Evaline Ju
October 29, 2011

Girls’ tennis: Another close match with Matadors, but no victory

Evaline Ju
October 29, 2011

That’s so awkward…Students recount their embarrassing experiences

Evaline Ju
October 26, 2011

Marathons allow students and staff to help the community

Evaline Ju and Priyanka Nookala
October 23, 2011
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Girls’ tennis: Major CCS changes unnecessary near end of season

Evaline Ju
October 22, 2011
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Girls’ tennis team finishes a four-match week

Evaline Ju
October 17, 2011

Girls’ team suffers a heartbreaking 4-3 loss to Monta Vista

Evaline Ju
October 5, 2011

Girls’ tennis: Team takes fifth at Peachtree, looks forward to league season

Evaline Ju
September 24, 2011

Newspaper nominated for national award

Evaline Ju
September 24, 2011

For wrestlers, practice means maximum effort and lots of sweat

Evaline Ju
September 16, 2011

Girls’ Tennis takes fifth at Peachtree tournament

Evaline Ju
September 15, 2011

Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive

Andy Fang and Evaline Ju
September 15, 2011

The adventures of Evaline, a car and a wallet

Evaline Ju
June 2, 2011

English department undergoes changes, hires veteran teacher

Jackie Gu and Evaline Ju
May 27, 2011

Privatizing Medicare a counter-productive plan

Evaline Ju
May 26, 2011

Boys’ tennis: Team wins tournament and hopes for further success

Evaline Ju and Ashley Tang
April 4, 2011

Top chefs cook up fruity specials

Evaline Ju
April 1, 2011

Junior thankful for safety of family and friends in Japan

Evaline Ju
March 30, 2011

Pi Day provides sweet deals

Evaline Ju
March 18, 2011
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Diver to athletic director: Jordan reveals past and present job duties

Evaline Ju
March 9, 2011

Where art thou, summer break?

Evaline Ju and Vivian LeTran
March 9, 2011

A+ for athletes adds motivation

Evaline Ju
February 5, 2011

Taking down the stress monster: Professionals offer advice on dealing with stress

Jennifer Jin and Evaline Ju
January 26, 2011

AP changes decrease amount of trivia, increasing enduring understandings

Evaline Ju
January 23, 2011
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Most teachers using websites to help students

Evaline Ju
January 13, 2011
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Team ends season 25-0, becoming NorCal champs for first time

Evaline Ju
December 13, 2010
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Rain postpones NorCal final vs. Monta Vista for girls’ tennis

Evaline Ju
December 5, 2010

Athletes’ stairway to college recruitment

Evaline Ju and Samika Kumar
November 30, 2010
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Girls’ tennis repeats as CCS champions, beating Monta Vista 6-1

Evaline Ju
November 18, 2010
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Not the pretty pink princess….

Evaline Ju
November 16, 2010

Costa Rica attacked because of…Google?

Evaline Ju
November 16, 2010
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Falcons to take on Matadors for CCS title

Evaline Ju
November 16, 2010

Crystal Yen: Tennis Star

Evaline Ju
October 19, 2010

Girls’ Tennis: Team remains undefeated after match against Monta Vista

Evaline Ju
October 17, 2010

Students’ opinions vary on pot legalization

Evaline Ju
October 7, 2010

Apple goes too far in stalking jailbroken devices

Evaline Ju
September 16, 2010

Peachtree win brings high hopes for season

Evaline Ju
September 14, 2010
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Link helps freshmen get off to a good start

Evaline Ju
September 9, 2010
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