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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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Academic summer programs aren’t worth the cost

Megan Chen
April 2, 2020
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Room transforms into a DIY greenhouse

Megan Chen
March 11, 2020

‘I’m not like other girls’ becomes a trend itself

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
March 10, 2020

Finessing formal with a pro (sort of)

Megan Chen
November 20, 2019

Fall fashion without fast fashion

Megan Chen and Andy Chen
October 15, 2019

Homecoming court voting process should be altered

Megan Chen and Oliver Ye
October 14, 2019

Teens take on TikTok one trend at a time

Megan Chen
October 4, 2019

Young, dumb and broke high school kids plan a day trip to Santa Cruz

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
September 11, 2019

Too many students overreact to new tutorial policy

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
September 11, 2019
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Student interest revives business course

Megan Chen and Anna Novoselov
September 9, 2019

Homecoming movies inspire 2000s fashion search

Megan Chen
September 5, 2019

Minecraft takes its ‘Revenge’

Andy Chen and Megan Chen
September 5, 2019

Rise of streaming services ends era of theater and cable

Megan Chen
April 25, 2019

Junior coaches tennis at Courtside

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
March 29, 2019

Senior diver commits to University of Hawaii to play D1 sport

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
March 28, 2019

Finding ‘worth it’ Tacos proves tough

Megan Chen, Callia Yuan, and Jayne Zhou
March 26, 2019

ASB: New blood to refresh team dynamics, decreased class office demand more accountability

Megan Chen and Allison Hartley
March 26, 2019

Baking a cake without a recipe proves harder than anticipated

Megan Chen, Callia Yuan, and Jayne Zhou
March 14, 2019

Speak Up for Change Week continues to emphasize community

Megan Chen and Krithi Sankar
January 31, 2019

Ugly photoshoot challenge goes off target

Megan Chen, Callia Yuan, and Jayne Zhou
January 31, 2019
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Senior Katie Hulme commits to Emory for D3 volleyball

Megan Chen and Jayne Zhou
November 27, 2018

Deviating from the norm: Winter formal to be held on campus due to lack of funds

Megan Chen and Christine Zhang
November 26, 2018

On-Campus formal raises controversy

Megan Chen
November 26, 2018

We aren’t the champions: Novice gamers struggle playing League of Legends

Megan Chen and Callia Yuan
November 14, 2018

Costly ASB package unnecessary for most students

Megan Chen and Shama Gupta
October 16, 2018

As the office turns: Counselors, administrators and staff work to help seniors apply to colleges each fall

Megan Chen
October 16, 2018
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TEDx event hopes to inspire students to pursue their passions

Megan Chen and Karen Chow
October 15, 2018

Students start club to help raise awareness for women’s equality

Shama Gupta and Megan Chen
October 12, 2018

My neck, my back, my productivity app

Jayne Zhou and Megan Chen
October 10, 2018

Crazy rich students go to crazy poor countries

Megan Chen
September 10, 2018
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Under the bright lights: Homecoming football game to be played at Levi’s Stadium

Megan Chen and Krithi Sankar
September 8, 2018
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