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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 Francesca Chu

Second semester seniors embark on a series of new adventures

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
February 6, 2019

The top 4 places to shop clothing online

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
December 10, 2018

Top ten orange things this fall

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 2, 2018

College counselors should not change voice of personal essays

Francesca Chu
November 2, 2018

Dance team grows accustomed to new weight training requirement

Eileen Bui and Francesca Chu
October 29, 2018

PSA to parent drivers: Just because you aren’t a student doesn’t mean you can ignore school traffic rules

Daniel Bessonov and Francesca Chu
September 23, 2018

100 Word Rants: June 1 Edition

Francesca Chu, Jackson Green, Jeffrey Xu, and Michael Zhang
June 7, 2018

Track finishes season with two finalists in CCS

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
May 30, 2018

The high price of prom is not translating into quality

Francesca Chu
May 30, 2018

Don’t let college paranoia decide your summer

Francesca Chu
May 24, 2018

Boys’ dance team goes solo at rally

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
April 4, 2018

Dance team proud of performance at USA nationals

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
April 3, 2018
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Track: Team struggles against injuries and hot weather

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Starting lineups to change with loss of seniors

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
April 3, 2018

Track: Smaller, younger team holds potential

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 13, 2018

Stretching our backs and barriers

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
February 9, 2018

Students explore the rewards of gift-giving

Karen Chow and Francesca Chu
February 8, 2018

Students gain valuable experiences coaching

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
January 26, 2018

Sophomore explores poetry through his blog

Francesca Chu
December 9, 2017

New T4 store disappoints

Francesca Chu and Alexandra Li
December 7, 2017
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New all-male team extends boys’ dance culture

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
October 30, 2017

2 seniors begin preparations for student productions

Francesca Chu and Jessica Wang
October 27, 2017

Cheer team hosts annual Pee Wee fundraiser

Francesca Chu and Emilie Zhou
October 27, 2017

Students disagree on the effectiveness of napping

Francesca Chu and Jessica Wang
October 25, 2017

Columnist re-DISCOvers the fun in dance

Francesca Chu
September 14, 2017

Homecoming spirit remains strong despite changes over the years

Francesca Chu and Muthu Palaniappan
September 14, 2017

‘Vampire Diaries’ bites the dust with disappointing finale

Francesca Chu
September 12, 2017

100-word rant: Dependence on technology

Francesca Chu
May 24, 2017

Tutoring provides new perspective for volunteers

Francesca Chu
April 26, 2017

Senior commits to NY performing arts school to pursue acting

Julia Miller and Francesca Chu
April 26, 2017

Students are forgetting the importance of art

Francesca Chu
April 25, 2017

YouTube faces criticism in light of recent LGBTQ restriction

Francesca Chu
April 23, 2017

Students take on roles as mentors outside school

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
April 23, 2017

School finally adopts new GPA system for Class of 2020

Francesca Chu and Michelle Lee
March 11, 2017

Dance team competes at regionals

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
February 28, 2017

Heavy rain, washed out roads and mudslides force school to scramble when teachers can’t make it to Saratoga

Francesca Chu and Ami Nachiappan
February 13, 2017

YouTubers call out platform for changing its video algorithms

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
January 25, 2017

Reporter takes ‘educational trip’ to Cuba

Francesca Chu
January 25, 2017

100 word rant: Haven’t you learned that protesting changes nothing?

Francesca Chu
January 23, 2017

100-word rant: Pressure for ‘good’ resumes

Francesca Chu
December 11, 2016

Nextdoor brings convenience to community

Francesca Chu and Kitty Huang
December 2, 2016

Dance team struggles with time crunch

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

‘Supernatural’ storyline may be expired

Francesca Chu
November 18, 2016

Holiday baking: easy as pie?

Francesca Chu, Ashley Feng, and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

Sophomores discuss their experiences with slang

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
November 18, 2016

Snapchat geofilters place pride in schools and communities

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
October 19, 2016

Dance Team: Fundraiser for national competition a success

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
October 7, 2016

Big ‘Bachelor’ fan hosts watch parties

Francesca Chu
September 9, 2016

Dance team looks forward to upcoming year despite challenges

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
September 9, 2016

Cheer team prepares for a ‘year of rebuilding’

Francesca Chu and Amy Tang
September 8, 2016

Large freshman class presents challenges

Francesca Chu and Michael Zhang
September 8, 2016
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