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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 Ren Norris

More gun control would lead to fewer murders

Alex Ju and Ren Norris
March 2, 2011

League season ends with no trip to CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 7, 2010
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Field Hockey: Loss of key player, games sets back CCS goals

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 25, 2010

Field Hockey: Johnson fills spot left by injured Garland

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 27, 2010

Younger players comprise field hockey team

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2010

Alley’s ‘Big Life’ fuels America’s weight obsession

Ren Norris
April 8, 2010

Warped Tour brings punk bands to Bay Area

Ren Norris
April 6, 2010
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Senior Patrick Lee dips into comic book world

Ren Norris
March 9, 2010

“Words with friends” takes Scrabble on the go

Ren Norris
March 9, 2010
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CCS run for girls’ soccer ends in quarterfinals

Ren Norris
March 2, 2010

Girls’ soccer: Season ends in CCS quarterfinals

Olivia Chock and Ren Norris
February 26, 2010

Girls’ soccer soaring this season

Olivia Chock and Ren Norris
February 12, 2010

Girls’ soccer: New goalie helps solid season start

Ren Norris and Olivia Chock
January 28, 2010

Community service should be left to students’ initiative

Karthik Annaamalai and Ren Norris
January 21, 2010

Environmental Science gets ‘trashy’

Vivian LeTran and Ren Norris
January 19, 2010

Online Falcon improvements aim to appeal to readers

Ren Norris
January 4, 2010

Girls’ soccer team has tough preseason to prepare for league

Olivia Chock and Ren Norris
December 10, 2009

Worst drama TV series: I’m begging you for “Mercy”

Ren Norris
December 10, 2009

Girls’ soccer: New talent, coaches hope to bring stability to program

Ren Norris and Olivia Chock
November 30, 2009

Field Hockey: CCS run ends in quarterfinals

Ren Norris
November 23, 2009

Code Red drill prepares SHS for potential intruder danger

Izzy Albert and Ren Norris
November 16, 2009

Field hockey feels the pressure for CCS

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 13, 2009

Field Hockey: Season turned around despite tough league start

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
November 12, 2009

Team bonding brings field hockey together

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 27, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons come together through wholesome team bonding

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
October 20, 2009

Homecoming traditions not what they used to be

Karthik Annaamalai and Ren Norris
October 14, 2009

First dance criticized for DJ, freaking

Ren Norris
October 5, 2009

First dance criticized for DJ, freaking

Ren Norris
October 5, 2009

First dance criticized for DJ, freaking

Ren Norris
October 2, 2009

Field Hockey: Daunting opponents cause early season frustration

Ren Norris
October 2, 2009

Field Hockey: Falcons already successful in pre-season

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 16, 2009
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Stepping out of my sister’s shadow

Ren Norris
September 11, 2009

Field Hockey: Team seeks CCS title under new head coach

Synthia Ling and Ren Norris
September 8, 2009

Voting in the Quad Ineffective

Mary Mykhaylova, Ren Norris, and Kevin Mu
June 1, 2009

Softball season comes to emotional conclusion

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
May 26, 2009

Softball: Alumni can’t let go of team

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
April 23, 2009

Seniors take Powder Puff crown to end Spring Fling

Kevin Mu and Ren Norris
April 20, 2009
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Yes, I’m wearing overalls

Ren Norris
March 20, 2009

New classes give variety to student schedules

Grishma Athavale and Ren Norris
March 20, 2009

Softball begins season, faces challenges early on

Pia Mishra and Ren Norris
March 20, 2009

SHS launches students out of high school

Ren Norris
February 12, 2009

Field hockey battles Los Gatos for CCS championship, grabs second place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
December 2, 2008

Saratoga battles Los Gatos for CCS championship, grabs second place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
November 25, 2008

Douglass supports strong defense for field hockey

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
October 30, 2008

Teachers’ political views should be heard

Ren Norris
October 27, 2008

Link holds successful movie afternoon

Ren Norris and Nandini Ruparel
October 20, 2008

Field hockey rivals face off for first place

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
October 16, 2008

Injuries cripple field hockey

Ren Norris and Shannon Galvin
September 18, 2008
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Field hockey opens pre-season against Prospect

Shannon Galvin and Ren Norris
September 4, 2008
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