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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

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All content by George Huang
Idan takes a selfie during his first week at SHS

Senior Mag 2023: How a transfer student found his place in Saratoga

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
William and Kevin Zhao

Senior Mag 2023: Twin Trouble

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
My all-time screen time record

Apple Screen time mostly counterproductive

George Huang
May 1, 2023
Mt Umunhum from the air.

The Box on the mountain: My Bay Area icon

George Huang
March 15, 2023
George Huang

‘Puss in Boots’: the underdog story of a Dreamworks’ masterpiece

George Huang
February 16, 2023
Senior point guard Nick Tjaden shoots a floater in the game against Palo Alto on Jan. 20.

Boys’ basketball edges out Gunn, but faces tough tests in De Anza

George Huang and Zack Zhang
January 29, 2023
“AI Art Story by George Huang, Eric Shi, Andrew Lin” generated by Midjourney.

AI-generated images aren’t the future of art

Andrew Lin, George Huang, and Eric Shi
January 24, 2023
Wu clings onto the wall while warming up for the day’s climb.

English teacher rocks at rock climbing

George Huang
December 1, 2022
Senior Mateusz Palusinski dribbles the ball down the court in the Thursday game against Aptos High School. 

Season preview: Boys’ basketball returns strong lineup for upper league

George Huang and Zack Zhang
November 18, 2022
Catalytic converters: why they get stolen and how it can be prevented

Catalytic converters: why they get stolen and how it can be prevented

George Huang
November 16, 2022
Saratoga, Wyoming

May the best Saratoga win!

George Huang and Alexander Kan
September 30, 2022
Andrew Tate and his Bugatti

Andrew Tate: why he and his misogynistic beliefs need to be stopped

George Huang
September 17, 2022
Don’t play agar.io before you do your homework.

Minor addictions: Online games feed procrastination

George Huang
June 5, 2022
Option 2 is preferred by Los Gatos High School while Option 3 is preferred by Saratoga High School

Board shies away from backing a bell schedule for next year

George Huang and Nilay Mishra
May 22, 2022
NATO’s expansion plays a role in Putin’s invasion Ukraine

NATO’s expansion plays a role in Putin’s invasion Ukraine

George Huang
April 2, 2022
Genshin Impact has over 100 million downloads on mobile as of January 2022

Genshin Impact is a Gacha masterpiece

George Huang
March 31, 2022
Top 10 ways to cope with being alone on Valentine’s Day

Top 10 ways to cope with being alone on Valentine’s Day

George Huang
February 8, 2022
 

Welander’s reflection form: a way for introverted students to connect

George Huang
February 8, 2022
A screenshot of Cryptopunk #9998, which lacks the blockchain and inherent value of the NFT.

NFTs: What they are and why they are worth millions

George Huang and Jonathan Li
January 9, 2022
The road construction plan for Saratoga Avenue, as planned by Fehr and Peers.

Construction on Saratoga Avenue aims to improve alternative transportation

George Huang
November 9, 2021

I. hate. flies.

George Huang
September 30, 2021

Brutally honest college essay: Sleep is always on my mind

George Huang
September 23, 2021
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