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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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We love astrology!

Shreya Rallabandi and Joann Zhang
December 1, 2021
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Culture of Consent’s trigger warning email incites teacher backlash

Christopher Chen and Joann Zhang
November 19, 2021
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Atrey Desai and Viraaj Reddi
October 7, 2021
Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Foot injury pushes freshman to try golf and now she’s the school’s No. 1 player

Harshini Velchamy and Joann Zhang
October 7, 2021

Prejudice against rap is stupid

Joann Zhang
October 6, 2021
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‘Currents’: galactic synth elevates earthly concerns of today

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2021
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Yoga for All club provides de-stressing exercises

Ethan Lin and Joann Zhang
May 28, 2021
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Joann Zhang
March 22, 2021
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December 3, 2020
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Speech and debate novices navigate their way through an online season

Selina Chen and Joann Zhang
December 2, 2020
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A dummy’s guide to tarot

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December 1, 2020
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November 4, 2020
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Lily Zhang
November 3, 2020
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The Ordinary: gas or trash?

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2020
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How I built better habits with Headspace

Joann Zhang
September 5, 2020
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For speech and debaters, national tournaments bring excitement and stress

Serena Li and Joann Zhang
February 13, 2020

Athletes say healthy bulking bolsters performance

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 10, 2020

How to pretend you’re not single on Valentine’s Day

Joann Zhang and Amanda Zhu
February 7, 2020

Gucci flip flops? More like Glucci!

Joann Zhang
December 9, 2019

Pure passion for badminton fuels Mar

Lihi Shoshani and Joann Zhang
December 9, 2019

Rejection? More like self-affection!

Joann Zhang
November 20, 2019

Tough luck in New York: Speech and debate team doesn’t perform as hoped in Bronx competition

Joann Zhang and Serena Li
October 30, 2019

Freshman ice dancer places fourth at national competition

Joann Zhang
October 30, 2019

Chains, TikTok, beanies and more

Jonathan Li and Joann Zhang
October 30, 2019

Pumpkin spice: overbearing or a fall essential?

Joann Zhang
October 17, 2019

Oh Wonder is wOHfully WO(u)NDERrated

Joann Zhang
October 14, 2019

Is Tastea tasty?

Joann Zhang
October 4, 2019

Riding a four-game winning streak, girls’ volleyball players aim to keep vibe going

Serena Li and Joann Zhang
September 24, 2019

Cheer alumna returns to coach, will allow team to compete

Jeanette Zhou and Joann Zhang
September 19, 2019
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