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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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All content by Karen Chow
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Boys’ volleyball now 8-6 in league

Karen Chow and Alex Wang
April 29, 2019

Humor and MCU lore make ‘Captain Marvel’ an enjoyable watch

Karen Chow and Elaine Fan
March 26, 2019

Boys’ volleyball building trust with a young team

Karen Chow and Manasi Garg
March 26, 2019

Girls’ volleyball: Game against Titans supports breast cancer research

Karen Chow and Jeffrey Xu
October 15, 2018
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TEDx event hopes to inspire students to pursue their passions

Megan Chen and Karen Chow
October 15, 2018
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Season Preview: Girls’ volleyball off to a quick start

Karen Chow and Jeffrey Xu
September 4, 2018

Boys’ volleyball prolongs winning streak

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
May 14, 2018

Students reflect on experiences with stuttering

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
April 1, 2018

How do I break up with my significant other?

Karen Chow
April 1, 2018

As friends grow older, they become less rooted to their traditional hangout spot

Karen Chow and Andrew Lee
March 1, 2018

Boys’ volleyball: Players try to move beyond the Schneidmiller era

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
February 13, 2018

Vegetarian athletes excel despite common stigmas

Karen Chow and Jeffrey Xu
February 8, 2018

Students explore the rewards of gift-giving

Karen Chow and Francesca Chu
February 8, 2018

Vibrant lights attract visitors to the Sonic Runway

Karen Chow
February 8, 2018

Alumni come back to participate in annual basketball games vs. varsity teams

Karen Chow
December 9, 2017

Tamasha gears up for competition season

Karen Chow and Shreya Katkere
December 7, 2017

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons top LG, prepare for CCS

Karen Chow
November 1, 2017

Maintenance staff works to keep trees, plants healthy and also beautify neglected areas

Karen Chow and Kaitlyn Wang
November 1, 2017

Hundreds dress up during Red Ribbon Week

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 27, 2017

Classes vary in bank account position

Karen Chow and Alexandra Li
September 18, 2017

Girls’ volleyball prepares for their season in the upper league

Karen Chow
September 18, 2017

Senior loses over 70 pounds from an intense military diet

Karen Chow
September 16, 2017

When a parent lives far away, students learn independence

Karen Chow and Michael Zhang
September 14, 2017
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Falcons repeat NorCal title, avenging CCS loss to PCS

Karen Chow
May 30, 2017

Senior pranks should not be taken too far

Karen Chow
May 30, 2017

Boys’ lacrosse to lose valuable players next year; program’s future looks uncertain

Karen Chow and Patrick Li
May 26, 2017

The highs and lows of caffeine splurging

Karen Chow and Victor Liu
May 24, 2017

Students take steps toward independence through driving

Karen Chow and Elaine Sun
May 22, 2017

Athletics trainer Liz Alves heals injury after injury

Karen Chow and Alexandra Li
May 18, 2017

Boys’ volleyball improves after a rough start to their season

Karen Chow and Ian Fu
March 28, 2017

APES classes visit Año Nuevo State Park

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
March 24, 2017

March 10, 2017

Karen Chow and Chris Lee
March 10, 2017

Junior trains for Junior Olympics in javelin and discus

Karen Chow
February 13, 2017

Led by star senior, boys’ volleyball team aims to defend NorCal title

Karen Chow and Ian Fu
February 10, 2017

Iconic song from ‘Titanic’ provokes fear for sophomore

Karen Chow
February 9, 2017

SHS TV staff size increases as students aim to diversify the weekly broadcast

Karen Chow and Alex Yang
February 8, 2017

What it’s really like to be vegan

Karen Chow
February 6, 2017

Girls’ volleyball fights hard to reach CCS

Karen Chow and Stephen Ding
November 1, 2016

School board OKs additional day off in October starting next year

Karen Chow and Chelsea Leung
October 26, 2016

Mug cakes: the perfect late-night treat while cramming for tests

Karen Chow
October 20, 2016

Homecoming Rally unifies classes

Cassandra King and Karen Chow
October 5, 2016

Silicon Valley tech hub grows larger

Karen Chow and Ryan Kim
September 29, 2016

Students perform in city’s 60th anniversary parade

Karen Chow and Lina Kim
September 27, 2016

Girls’ volleyball brings their A game

Stephen Ding and Karen Chow
September 26, 2016

Soccer star commits to Carnegie Mellon University

Karen Chow and Neil Rao
September 23, 2016

Pokemon Go-es downhill

Karen Chow and Austin Wang
September 19, 2016
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