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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

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All content by Grishma Athavale

MAP students race across San Francisco, connect with peers

Grishma Athavale
May 3, 2011
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‘Race to Nowhere’ exposes over-the-top high school pressures

Grishma Athavale and Kelly Liu
April 26, 2011
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‘Race to Nowhere’ exposes over-the-top high school pressures

Grishma Athavale and Kelly Liu
April 26, 2011

Playing detective to reveal mysterious rooms

Denise Lin and Grishma Athavale
December 15, 2010

Border laptop searches unconstitutional

Megan Benzing and Grishma Athavale
December 6, 2010

Grad night committee strives for a greener celebration

Grishma Athavale
December 3, 2010

Retired teachers substitute for new mothers

Grishma Athavale and Aanchal Mohan
November 8, 2010

MAP students attend Walden West workshop

Grishma Athavale
October 4, 2010

History class plans field trip to D.C. during spring break

Grishma Athavale
October 4, 2010

Seniors won’t soon forget their prom

Grishma Athavale and Vivien Lu
May 27, 2010

58 students donate in second blood drive

Grishma Athavale
May 17, 2010

Junior learning to rock the ukelele

Grishma Athavale
April 30, 2010
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Bombay in the Bay pushed to May

Grishma Athavale
March 23, 2010
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School hosts Challenge Day; event breaks down barriers, changes lives

Anoop Galivanche and Grishma Athavale
March 23, 2010

Gap year a great alternative to starting college

Robin Liu and Grishma Athavale
March 9, 2010
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Science teacher travels to Antarctica

Grishma Athavale and Karen Yang
January 28, 2010

Into the Wild: Junior to embark on unorthodox journey

Grishma Athavale and Maggie Lin
January 4, 2010

Junior saddles up on road to success

Grishma Athavale
December 18, 2009
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30 boys vow not to shave in November

Grishma Athavale and Tim Rollinson
November 28, 2009

Artist of the Issue: Junior Jackie Bae

Grishma Athavale
November 3, 2009

Artist of the Issue: Junior Jackie Bae

Grishma Athavale
October 19, 2009

School aims to prevent H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 14, 2009

School gears up for revived H1N1 outbreak

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
October 13, 2009

New summer movies are anticipated

Grishma Athavale
May 29, 2009

What teachers do during collaboration

Grishma Athavale and Nandini Ruparel
April 23, 2009

New classes gain signups

Grishma Athavale and Elizabeth Lee
April 21, 2009

Upcoming SHS events promise fun activity and excitement

Grishma Athavale and Aditi Jayaraman
April 20, 2009
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Through the curved glass

Grishma Athavale
March 24, 2009

New classes give variety to student schedules

Grishma Athavale and Ren Norris
March 20, 2009

Leaving during tutorials a false privilege

Grishma Athavale and Nandini Ruparel
March 2, 2009

Online university detrimental to students’ education

Grishma Athavale and Anna Shen
February 12, 2009

Students credited for President Obama’s success

Grishma Athavale and Aditi Jayaraman
December 17, 2008
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Students credited for President Obama’s success

Grishma Athavale and Aditi Jayaraman
November 18, 2008

Only child spoiled?

Grishma Athavale
October 29, 2008

School holds breakfast event for National Merit semifinalists

Grishma Athavale
October 29, 2008

Long lines, crowded areas make oncampus lunches less than satisfying

Grishma Athavale and Brandon Yang
September 5, 2008
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