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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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Football team excited to get back into action in delayed season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 10, 2021
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‘The Sympathizer’ brings cultures together beautifully

Isaac Le
February 13, 2021
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Thanks for ruining the Wonder Woman franchise

Lihi Shoshani and Isaac Le
February 2, 2021
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The NFL playoffs are back and they are more competitive than ever

Isaac Le
January 24, 2021

After years of buying retail, I decided to give thrifting for clothes a try

Isaac Le
December 11, 2020
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I can’t get off TikTok. It’s becoming a big problem.

Isaac Le
December 4, 2020
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If it can get back in the water, water polo hopes to make a splash

Isaac Le and Jonathan Li
December 4, 2020
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TikTok-beloved dog proves that he might be more alpha than me

Isaac Le
November 5, 2020
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After four years, duo reunite to make a stellar ‘Savage Mode 2

Isaac Le
November 5, 2020
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SHS’s 49ers fans losing hope in injury-plagued season

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 3, 2020

The impulsive effects of shelter-in-place: perming my hair

Isaac Le
September 22, 2020
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Boys’ water polo prepares for winter season through summer practices

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2020
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Former percussion director adjusts to new position as the online semester begins

Isaac Le and Jun Lee
September 5, 2020
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‘All American’ proves to be about more than just football

Isaac Le and Jun Lee
May 1, 2020
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How I turned the shelter-in-place order into a mini Rodeo Drive

Isaac Le
April 30, 2020
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Extra precautions must be taken to prevent the spreading of coronavirus: Please stay inside.

Isaac Le
April 1, 2020

Severe injuries reduce NFL careers and scare potential youth players

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 27, 2020

WASC accreditation process allows school to assess progress and set goals

Isaac Le and Anna Novoselov
November 25, 2019

AP Music Theory shapes curriculum to foster creative expression

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 20, 2019

Field hockey team implements new workouts as they aim for CCS

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 15, 2019
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Stokes ranks among top 10 quarterbacks in Bay Area

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
October 14, 2019

New TV show ‘Euphoria’ emphasizes the importance of mental health

Isaac Le
September 9, 2019

Field hockey team hopes to have better results this year after focusing on conditioning

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 7, 2019

Top Ten Ways to Spend your Summer

Jackson Green and Isaac Le
May 23, 2019
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Freshman on varsity adapts to high-level ball

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
April 27, 2019

Do Vince Offer’s products live up to their intriguing infomercials?

Isaac Le
April 22, 2019

First-world problem: no headphone jack on my iPhone

Isaac Le
March 28, 2019

MESH holds its annual benefit concert to fund charity program

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 14, 2019

School tests emergency alert system

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
March 12, 2019
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Wrestling team hopes to end the year strong, after a tough stretch of meets

Isaac Le and Alex Wang
January 30, 2019

Language department honors hardworking students

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
January 29, 2019

Wrestling: Team adds more members, seeks success

Isaac Le and Alex Wang
November 26, 2018

Senior wins prestigious water polo award

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 14, 2018

Video game is an ‘episode’ of trouble

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
November 14, 2018

New eSports club capitalizes on popularity of gaming.

Andrew Li and Isaac Le
November 5, 2018

Season Preview: Boys’ water polo hopes for clean slate with fresh talent

Isaac Le and Andrew Li
September 10, 2018
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