The Student News Site of Saratoga High School

The Saratoga Falcon
A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
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
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
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
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
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
Kash Patel
The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
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 three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025
We tasted and reviewed the arrangement of six Thanksgiving pies.
Are Crumbl’s holiday desserts worth the hype?
January 12, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Lena Aribi
The Graduation week schedule is shown with the six different events taking place.

Final week at SHS for seniors includes, BBQ, life skills day, graduation and Grad Night

Lena Aribi
May 27, 2023
The drama program advertises their spring musical with a flier containing a QR code to purchase tickets. 

With alternating casts, drama leaps into ‘Mamma Mia!’

Lena Aribi, Anamika Anand, and Divya Vadlakonda
March 30, 2023
A student staring at the bleachers in shock, wondering where everyone is. 

Dear Toga student section: stop being so lame

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
November 12, 2022
In a game against Homestead on Oct. 18, the Falcon’s senior night, senior Georgia Adams pushes against an opposing player, racing to get to the ball. 

Field hockey team celebrates growth and perseverance as season ends

Lena Aribi and Sarah Thomas
October 20, 2022
The team played their hardest against Mitty on Sept. 13, but ultimately lost 7-0. 

Field hockey players push to fill the gap left by graduating players

Lena Aribi and Sarah Thomas
September 23, 2022
73 questions: conversations with the school community

73 questions: conversations with the school community

Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Sarah Zhou
May 30, 2022
Senior midfield Caroline Keogh begins to jog further up the field in aims to aid her teammates

Fighting injuries, girls’ lacrosse finishes 5-7 in league

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
May 28, 2022
 Senior midfield Nathan Zaragoza runs with the ball alongside senior Adam Weinstock, who rushes to guard him.

Boys’ lacrosse ends with 12-4 league record

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
May 22, 2022
Seniors at the front of the stage prepare to take a bow after the show has concluded.

‘Fiddler on the Roof’ overcomes hurdles presented by illnesses

Lena Aribi and Christopher Chen
May 22, 2022
Passion lies in the humanities field for the minority of students.

Students break away from STEM, pursue different art forms

Anamika Anand and Lena Aribi
May 19, 2022
Midfield player Matt Horvath rushes towards the goal after intercepting a pass from the opposing team.

With early wins, boys’ lacrosse builds momentum

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
March 18, 2022
Saratoga’s Madronia Cemetery holds stories and rich history

Saratoga’s Madronia Cemetery holds stories and rich history

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
January 18, 2022
What's in your Notes app?

What’s in your Notes app?

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
January 18, 2022
Administration re-examines Safety Plan after trespassers enter campus

Administration re-examines Safety Plan after trespassers enter campus

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
December 3, 2021
Freshman Krishnen Khanna plays Lysander, who has fallen in love with senior Gianna Cagliostro’s character Helena.

In masks but on stage: Drama students put on fall play ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Lena Aribi, Christopher Chen, and Stephanie Sun
November 19, 2021

Drama program begins preparations for annual school play and student productions

Lena Aribi, Chris Chen, and Avani Kongetira
October 9, 2021
National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences

National TikTok results in some campus vandalism; administration enforces consequences

Lena Aribi and Meher Bhatnagar
October 8, 2021
Is experiencing pain for a fashion statement worth it?

Is experiencing pain for a fashion statement worth it?

Lena Aribi
September 24, 2021
Derek Hsu was thrown into the air by his fellow dance members during senior stunt dance practice. 

Homecoming participation rises after school starts back up

Lena Aribi and Harshini Velchamy
September 10, 2021
Load More Stories
Donate to The Saratoga Falcon