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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

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All content by Leena Elzeiny

Generation Z: the climate change neglectors

Leena Elzeiny
May 26, 2017

Just leave the temperature alone

Leena Elzeiny
May 24, 2017

Robotics team ends season at Las Vegas, falling just short of qualifying for worlds

Leena Elzeiny
May 3, 2017

Freshmen on varsity softball adjust to team

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
May 3, 2017

Bill to demote students’ digital privacy

Leena Elzeiny
April 28, 2017

Fall into yet another form of obsessive fiction

Adina Bidel and Leena Elzeiny
April 25, 2017

Pickett learns the key of success lies with organization

Leena Elzeiny
April 25, 2017

Egg hunt race leaves competitors with un-eggs-pected egg-xiety

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
April 24, 2017
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Senior creates ‘Hamlet’-themed card deck

Leena Elzeiny and David Fan
March 8, 2017

Textbook mistake: Classroom history can’t prevent missteps of the past

Leena Elzeiny
March 8, 2017

Two faces of the Obama coin

Leena Elzeiny
February 28, 2017

Students pursue passions for reasons beyond college resume

Leena Elzeiny
February 9, 2017

Speaker describes what boys need in their development

Leena Elzeiny
January 30, 2017

As the world looks the other way, Aleppo continues to suffer

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

Christmas-only charity falls short of filling needs

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

New Tutoring Center seeks to reduce stigma and offer help to all

Leena Elzeiny
January 27, 2017

Cuttlefish wins early competition

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
November 28, 2016

Field hockey: Intensity key to meeting goals

Emily Chen and Leena Elzeiny
October 19, 2016

Robotics struggles to accommodate growing team

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
October 13, 2016

Paranormal meets the physical in sophomore’s everyday life

Leena Elzeiny and Sherrie Shen
October 12, 2016

Proposition 67: Please ban the plastic

Leena Elzeiny
October 11, 2016

Community college: the smart way to go

Leena Elzeiny
October 11, 2016

Preparations for freshman Homecoming roll on

Leena Elzeiny and Michelle Lee
September 9, 2016

Expensive housing makes the Bay Area a tough fit for teachers and other government employees

Leena Elzeiny and Claire Rhee
September 9, 2016

Canvas transition receives mixed responses

Leena Elzeiny and Elaine Fan
September 8, 2016
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