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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 Kaylene Morrison

Seniors gather one last time at graduation

Kaylene Morrison
June 10, 2019

For sports teams, strengthening friendship ties pays off

Kaylene Morrison
June 6, 2019

3 renovations the school should make

Kaylene Morrison
May 31, 2019

Teachers have differing opinions on senior ditch day

Kaylene Morrison
May 23, 2019

Modo Donuts live up to expectations

Kaylene Morrison
May 20, 2019
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Junior prom venue revealed

Neeti Badve and Kaylene Morrison
April 3, 2019

Juniors get recruited to play for college sports

Jun Lee and Kaylene Morrison
April 3, 2019

Spirit commission has freedom to innovate

Kaylene Morrison
April 3, 2019

It’s time to boycott Coachella despite how difficult it might be

Kaylene Morrison
March 28, 2019

The SAT is the better option

Kaylene Morrison
February 14, 2019
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Heritage orchard provides a reminder of the past

Kaylene Morrison and Michael Wong
December 10, 2018

Murals replace traditional finals for MAP seniors

Kaylene Morrison and Emilie Zhou
December 10, 2018

Local burglaries lead to more Neighborhood Watch groups

Justin Guo and Kaylene Morrison
October 30, 2018

Hydration stations reduce plastic water bottle use

Kaylene Morrison and Kaitlyn Wang
October 29, 2018

Remake of ‘A Star is Born’ exceeds expectations

Kaylene Morrison and Emilie Zhou
October 26, 2018
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Juniors balance obligations and rehearsal in preparation for Quad Day

Ashley Feng and Kaylene Morrison
September 24, 2018

Dance commission hires new DJs

Kaylene Morrison
September 24, 2018

Spanish transfer student has easy transition to SHS through basketball program

Justin Guo and Kaylene Morrison
September 23, 2018

Student activists reach out, educate others

Kaylene Morrison and Alex Wang
May 14, 2018

Swimming: Varsity girls place fourth at League Finals

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
May 9, 2018

Blast from the past: Catapulted water balloons injured teachers, leading to rule changes

Kaylene Morrison and Sandhya Sundaram
May 9, 2018

Hard Work and time commitment pay off for college athletes

Lina Kim and Kaylene Morrison
May 7, 2018
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Senior class office emphasizes power in numbers at Saratoga Elementary assembly

Kaylene Morrison and Anna Novoselov
March 22, 2018

Outreach commission helps annual Stanford blood drive

Kaylene Morrison and Anna Novoselov
March 22, 2018

Freshmen fill and strengthen team

Connie Liang and Kaylene Morrison
March 20, 2018

Mayor hopes to increase collaboration with students

Kaylene Morrison and Elicia Ye
March 20, 2018

Sophomore finds passion for ballet through rigorous practice

Kaylene Morrison
March 20, 2018

Students invest in stocks to grasp understanding of money management

Kaylene Morrison and Siva Sambasivam
March 20, 2018

No, the MBTI isn’t psychic

Kaylene Morrison and Victor Liu
March 15, 2018
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Senior runs photography accounts on Instagram

Callia Yuan and Kaylene Morrison
January 25, 2018

Stalking, unwanted exposure violates celebrity privacy rights

Kaylene Morrison and Anna Novoselov
January 17, 2018

The world isn’t as broken as it seems

Kaylene Morrison
December 12, 2017
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Female football player tackles wrestling

Kaylene Morrison and Sandhya Sundaram
December 8, 2017
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Machine aims to improve basketball players’ shooting abilities

Kaylene Morrison
November 30, 2017

Fed by ‘Hamilton,’ enthusiasm for Broadway musicals spreads

Kaylene Morrison and Ananya Vadlakonda
November 29, 2017

Fed by ‘Hamilton,’ enthusiasm for Broadway musicals spreads

Kaylene Morrison and Ananya Vadlakonda
November 27, 2017

In some cases, affirmative action goes too far

Kaylene Morrison
October 19, 2017

Girls’ water polo continues to struggle in upper league

Kaylene Morrison and Vivien Zhang
October 17, 2017

Local pumpkin patch welcomes visitors of all ages

Kaylene Morrison and Elaine Sun
October 13, 2017
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Athletic trainer’s shadows help treat injured athletes, gaining work experience

Sandhya Sundaram and Kaylene Morrison
October 13, 2017

Freshman 15

Sanjana Melkote, Kaylene Morrison, Howard Tang, Amy Tang, and Alex Wang
September 1, 2017

Work on new student wellness center expected to start this fall

Kaylene Morrison and Katherine Zhou
September 1, 2017

Girls’ water polo predicts a difficult season in higher division

Kaylene Morrison and Vivien Zhang
August 31, 2017
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