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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 Mac Hyde
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Our generation is the iGeneration … thanks to one genius

Mac Hyde
October 27, 2011
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Seen but not heard

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September 13, 2011
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Hard work and horseplay: Summer Projects for Hyde Manor

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May 17, 2011
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Complaining about complaining

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April 26, 2011
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Complaining about complaining

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April 26, 2011

Complaining about complaining

Mac Hyde
April 21, 2011
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New fence in parking lot angers students; school cites safety issues

Christine Bancroft and Mac Hyde
December 16, 2010

Events Commission resurrects sports Hall of Fame Tradition

Mac Hyde
December 15, 2010

E-society: Teens spend too much time using electronics to communicate

Mac Hyde
December 10, 2010

Government students work Polls

Mac Hyde
November 9, 2010

Isabel McPherson: Musical Prodigy

Mac Hyde
November 9, 2010

Nina Mohanty: Dancing Diva

Mac Hyde
November 9, 2010

Gautam Bhayani: Backstage Boy

Mac Hyde
November 9, 2010

Even the SAT and ACT have histories

Mac Hyde
September 23, 2010

String of burglaries on campus ends in arrest

Mac Hyde and Synthia Ling
September 23, 2010

Toga girls make waves at CCS

Serena Chan and Mac Hyde
June 6, 2010

Girls’ Swimming Season Recap: Swimming ends solid season ranked 6th in CCS

Mac Hyde and Serena Chan
June 1, 2010

Students reach out on MLK Jr. Day in a day of service

Mac Hyde and Emily Williams
January 28, 2010
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Science teacher sticks to core values

Mac Hyde
December 11, 2009

50 years of Saratoga High: Homecoming wasn’t always a spirited spirit week

Mac Hyde and Christine Bancroft
October 30, 2009

Town, school celebrate school’s 50th year

Sophia Cooper and Mac Hyde
October 23, 2009

School’s API score climbs by 5 points

Saniha Shankar and Mac Hyde
October 16, 2009

Beautification moves school ahead

Mac Hyde
October 2, 2009
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