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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 Zhao
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Baseball team tries to find groove

Victor Liu, Navin Tiwary, Vivien Zhang, and Jason Zhao
April 2, 2017
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Badminton: First win against Palo Alto raises hopes

Alex Yang and Jason Zhao
March 24, 2017

Badminton: Team needs to fill gaps left by alumni

Alex Yang and Jason Zhao
February 28, 2017

Party culture: many problems, little action

Jason Zhao
December 9, 2016

Football: Overwhelming victory over Santa Clara ensures CCS

Siva Sambasivam, Jenny Qian, and Jason Zhao
November 1, 2016

‘Daveyland’ teaches MAP students about campaigning

Lina Kim and Jason Zhao
October 31, 2016

Junior synchronized swimmer goes to Rio to advocate for her sport to be added to Paralympics

Jason Zhao
September 29, 2016

Leadership class period receives positive reactions from students

Muthu Palaniappan and Jason Zhao
September 22, 2016

AP Government/Economics class curriculum reversed for 2016 election

Jason Zhao
September 22, 2016

Spending of accumulated ASB funds brings basketball court lights, football field scoreboard

Amith Galivanche and Jason Zhao
May 24, 2016

Falcons send three onto NorCals

Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
May 21, 2016

Badminton team prepares for tough games ahead

Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
April 27, 2016

New Leadership class provides benefits and complications

Jason Zhao
April 27, 2016

Badminton team learns from early losses

Isabelle Yang and Jason Zhao
March 16, 2016

Junior learns life lessons from competitive table tennis

David Fan and Jason Zhao
March 8, 2016

Big question for juniors: Which AP English class should I take?

Jason Zhao
March 6, 2016

Burglars strike Saratoga neighborhoods

Frederick Kim, Angela Liu, Rachel Zhang, and Jason Zhao
January 21, 2016

New ‘Sherlock’ brings suspense, thrill

Jason Zhao
January 20, 2016

Expiration dates cause food waste

Jason Zhao
November 10, 2015

The Wrestling Room: where blood and sweat turns into gold

Charin Park and Jason Zhao
November 8, 2015

Videos seek to give snapshot of student stress

Jason Zhao
October 9, 2015

Barbie does not need change

Jason Zhao
October 8, 2015

Can you survive a varsity cheer practice?

Neehar Thumaty and Jason Zhao
September 3, 2015

Teachers to switch to Canvas grading

Jason Zhao
September 3, 2015

Measure E construction begins in a noticeable way

Kevin Chow and Jason Zhao
September 1, 2015

MAP teacher will teach at Mitty next year

David Fan and Jason Zhao
May 22, 2015

100 Word Rants

Cassandra King, Isabelle Tseng, Oksana Trifonova, and Jason Zhao
May 18, 2015

ASB election faces decrease in participation

Jason Zhao
May 16, 2015

‘Furious 7’ provides fast action

Jason Zhao
May 16, 2015

Senior servant day means raising money for a good cause and embarrassment

David Fan and Jason Zhao
May 13, 2015

Drought restrictions troublesome but necessary

Jason Zhao
April 24, 2015

Measure E: School to begin remodeling in June

Aditya Chaudhry and Jason Zhao
April 1, 2015

Early start, early release on March 4 for collaboration with Redwood

David Fan and Jason Zhao
March 3, 2015

Robinson: School to switch to rolling block schedule in 2016-17

Megan MacInnes and Jason Zhao
February 11, 2015

Robinson: School to switch to rolling block schedule in 2016-17

Megan MacInnes and Jason Zhao
February 10, 2015

New technology to be implemented at school

Eric Sze and Jason Zhao
February 10, 2015

Falcons getting back into full swing for season

Allison Lin and Jason Zhao
February 9, 2015

Mod Pizza delivers in taste and satisfaction

David Fan and Jason Zhao
January 28, 2015

Overwatch soon to hit market

Jason Zhao
December 17, 2014

The plastic bag ban: unnecessary

Jason Zhao
December 5, 2014

Lol, League is a sport?

David Fan and Jason Zhao
December 5, 2014

Sophomore fencer competes internationally

David Fan and Jason Zhao
October 27, 2014

School responds to WASC recommendations

Michelle Cen and Jason Zhao
September 24, 2014
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