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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 Jason Cheng
Balancing between track in the spring and body-building throughout the year was a tough yet worthwhile journey.

Senior Mag 2023: Finding the perfect fit for fitness

Jason Cheng
August 30, 2023
Strategizing alongside Jason Cheng, Ryan Jain battles it out in the midgame against the computer.

Senior Mag 2023: Parking Lot Pawns

Jason Cheng and Atrey Desai
August 30, 2023
High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
March 15, 2023
Check out these top emerging artists for a musical spring season

Check out these top emerging artists for a musical spring season

Jason Cheng
March 10, 2023
SZA performs on tour in 2017 following the release of “Ctrl.”

SZA saves souls on ‘SOS’

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 31, 2023
Several clips of frontman Matty Healy from the North American leg of The 1975 tour, “The 1975: At Their Very Best,” have gone viral.

The 1975’s ‘Being Funny in a Foreign Language’ is a love-fueled blend of genres

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 26, 2023
The gym may seem daunting at first, but lifting can potentially change your life for the better.

How to start lifting

Jason Cheng and Andrew Lin
December 16, 2022
Swift released a total of 20 new songs on her new soundtrack “Midnights.”

‘Midnights’ will keep you wide awake even after the clock strikes 12

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 7, 2022
Rapper Tory Lanez performs at the 2016 WayHome Music and Arts Festival.

Tory Lanez broadens horizons on ‘Alone at Prom’ despite legal trouble

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 6, 2022
Supplements such as protein and creatine allow for maximized muscle growth.

An athlete’s guide to eating

Jason Cheng
September 25, 2022
Clairo released her sophomore album, “Sling,” on July 16, 2021.

Clairo experiences musical metamorphosis on sophomore album ‘Sling’

Jason Cheng
May 2, 2022
Ski week is the most overrated break of the school year

February break: the worst time of year

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022

New Year’s resolutions have lost their meaning

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022

Getting fit in the best fits

Jason Cheng
February 4, 2022
All or nothing: Valentine’s Day gifts

All or nothing: Valentine’s Day gifts

Jason Cheng
January 30, 2022
Reflecting on my 2021 musical journey

Reflecting on my 2021 musical journey

Jason Cheng
January 23, 2022
Clubs should be allowed to meet during tutorial

Clubs should be allowed to meet during tutorial

Jason Cheng and Preston Fu
December 8, 2021

Clubs switch to Google Classroom for communication

Apurva Chakravarthy and Jason Cheng
November 30, 2021
Bowling isn’t a sport

Bowling isn’t a sport

Jason Cheng
November 18, 2021
Reliving your most embarrassing moments as a teenager

Reliving your most embarrassing moments as a teenager

Jason Cheng
November 17, 2021

Workout jams: The effect of music on exercise

Jason Cheng
November 17, 2021
Thanksgiving sparks images of a warm cabin in the mountains, surrounded by the red, orange and yellow leaves of autumn.

Thanksgiving is the best holiday

Jason Cheng
November 12, 2021
I’ve been in a relationship with Altoids for as long as I can remember.

I’m in love with Altoids

Jason Cheng
November 12, 2021
Spirit Commission will host a Halloween spirit week during the week of Oct. 25.

Leadership hosts daily dress up days and Halloween Bash during week of Oct. 25

Jason Cheng
October 30, 2021
This year’s Winter Formal, themed “City of Stars,” will take place at Gilroy Gardens on Dec. 4.

Formal to be held on Dec. 4 at Gilroy Gardens

Apurva Chakravarthy and Jason Cheng
October 27, 2021

Give students a break — just 5 minutes — in every class

Jason Cheng
October 19, 2021
Professional soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a goal by taking off his jersey.

Attempting a professional athlete’s workout

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2021

Ranking candies that I can’t eat

Jason Cheng
October 6, 2021
How in the world does Halloween qualify as a holiday?

How in the world does Halloween qualify as a holiday?

Jason Cheng
October 2, 2021
The main 2021-22 Premier League contenders — Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City — will compete in a potentially historical title race.

Revamped Premier League sparks excitement

Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai, and Vinay Gollamudi
October 2, 2021
Spotify’s hyperpop playlist with 200,000 likes spotlights smaller artists to promote the genre.

Hyperpop: pop music’s new experiment

Jason Cheng
September 30, 2021
Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window

Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window

Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai, and Vinay Gollamudi
September 8, 2021
Driving to Dallas a day before our flight home, unaware of the the disaster that was about to occur

A turbulent night at the airport

Jason Cheng
September 2, 2021
Playlist

Top 10 song recommendations for the return of school

Jason Cheng
September 1, 2021
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Super League scare raises questions about ownership models in soccer

Jason Cheng, Vinay Gollamudi, and Atrey Desai
May 13, 2021
Textbooks

The perfect plan for finals preparation

Jason Cheng
May 3, 2021
Apps

The top 5 apps that saved me during quarantine

Jason Cheng
April 21, 2021
Albums

Diving into the new wave of R&B

Jason Cheng
April 21, 2021
tyler

Team tackles season amidst safety concerns

Andy Chen and Jason Cheng
March 28, 2021
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Pro athletes inspire students off the court

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
March 27, 2021
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Enduring the effects of second-semester syndrome

Jason Cheng
March 18, 2021
Champions League

Playing on the biggest stage in the world behind closed doors

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
March 10, 2021
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Fantasy basketball fails to measure up to its football counterpart

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
January 16, 2021
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English Premier League: expectations vs. reality

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
January 13, 2021
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Spotify Wrapped: a flawed gift

Jason Cheng
January 11, 2021
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Spotify Wrapped’s year-end verdict surprises and delights

Jason Cheng
January 11, 2021
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Music department launches virtual final performance after unprecedented semester of adjustment

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
December 11, 2020
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European soccer star’s actions show meaning of giving

Vinay Gollamudi and Jason Cheng
December 9, 2020
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Big soccer clubs attempt to increase power with European Super League proposition

Vinay Gollamudi and Jason Cheng
November 20, 2020
Sunset

Daylight savings is a nightmare

Jason Cheng
November 20, 2020
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Leadership aims to make up for loss of in-person spirit events

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
October 22, 2020
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A COVID reality: School focuses on helping students rather than punishing them for mistakes

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamudi
October 16, 2020
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Football: Falcons hope to rebuild after losing key players from last year’s team to graduation

Andy Chen and Jason Cheng
October 15, 2020
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A hollow Halloween

Jason Cheng
October 10, 2020
Textbook

Keep online language classes focused on speaking and listening, not grammar and vocabulary

Jason Cheng
October 10, 2020
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The perfect tools and practices to build your ideal online learning environment

Jason Cheng
October 8, 2020
VAR

Video Assistant Referee decreases competitiveness, excitement among pro soccer leagues

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2020
Lofi

How lo-fi became go-to study music

Jason Cheng
October 7, 2020
Fantasy

A new season of fantasy soccer brings uncertainties

Jason Cheng and Vinay Gollamundi
October 4, 2020
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Taking on the heat of cold showers

Jason Cheng
October 1, 2020
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Music program utilizes editing software to replicate ensemble while in online setting

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
September 14, 2020
Brother

Isolation turns into an unforgettable bonding experience

Jason Cheng
September 1, 2020
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Jeremy Zucker’s ‘love is not dying’ takes listeners on a rollercoaster of emotions

Jason Cheng
August 27, 2020
Soundcloud

How to be a SoundCloud rapper in five easy steps

Jason Cheng
August 26, 2020
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