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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 Pia Mishra

Say ‘bonjour’ to new restaurant

Pia Mishra and Apeksha Sharma
January 12, 2011

Cheer extends support to wrestling, prepares for upcoming competitions

Pia Mishra
January 12, 2011

College speakers prove useful in admissions process

Pia Mishra
November 8, 2010

Boys’ Track: Chuang excels in long jump

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
April 30, 2010

Junior prom a success at the Decathlon club

Olivia Chock and Pia Mishra
April 23, 2010

All ASB officers run—and win— in unopposed races

Pia Mishra and Jenny Zhang
April 2, 2010

PTSO sponsors formal dance lessons for students

Olivia Chock and Pia Mishra
February 12, 2010

Holiday Boutique expects to provide extra funding

Pia Mishra
November 13, 2009

Girls’ water polo keeps spirits high as season wraps up

Pia Mishra
November 13, 2009

SAT favors the affluent

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
September 14, 2009

Girls’ water polo welcomes new players

Pia Mishra and Emily Williams
September 14, 2009
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Teen-produced magazine meets first year anniversary

Alicia Lee and Pia Mishra
September 14, 2009

Softball season comes to emotional conclusion

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
May 26, 2009

Huang wins prestigious poetry award

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
May 26, 2009

Students win top poetry prizes

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
May 19, 2009

Softball: Alumni can’t let go of team

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
April 23, 2009

Increasing class sizes should be a last resort

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
April 20, 2009

Softball begins season, faces challenges early on

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
March 20, 2009

Mock Trial season comes to a close

Pia Mishra and Saniha Shankar
March 10, 2009

Drama department prepares children’s show

Pia Mishra
March 10, 2009

Math Club excels at competition

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
February 26, 2009

Students qualify for regional, state, national choir

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 23, 2009

Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
January 5, 2009
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Holiday CD sold to fund Sports Boosters

Synthia Ling and Pia Mishra
December 12, 2008

Modern ‘Romeo and Juliet’ finishes with high praise

Pia Mishra
December 2, 2008
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Saratoga academically friendlier than Monta Vista

Pia Mishra
December 1, 2008

Girls’ water polo suffers double over time loss to Gunn

Pia Mishra
December 1, 2008

Annual Code Red drill practices safety

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 30, 2008

Calendar displays poetry students’ work

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 21, 2008

SCVAL tournament final test for girls’ water polo

Amalie MacGowan and Pia Mishra
November 18, 2008
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New PE requirements cause some controversy, confusion

Lauren Kuan and Pia Mishra
November 18, 2008

Student’s passion for swimming opens up doors to water polo

Amalie MacGowan and Pia Mishra
October 20, 2008
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‘Romeo and Juliet’ to debut Nov. 20

Pia Mishra
October 14, 2008

SHS poets to be published

Pia Mishra and Lauren Kuan
September 22, 2008

SHS poets to be published

Pia Mishra and Lauren Kuan
September 22, 2008

Girls’ water polo season uncertain due to injured captains

Amalie MacGowan and Pia Mishra
September 19, 2008
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An experience to remember at the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Pia Mishra and Tiffany Tung
September 16, 2008

Students volunteer at the Olympics

Tiffany Tung and Pia Mishra
September 12, 2008

Drama students gear up for coming school year

Pia Mishra
September 12, 2008
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