Class of 2026 valedictorian and salutatorian announced
Seniors Ella Li and Brady Liang are committed to MIT and UC San Diego, respectively.
Richard Fan, Backpage Editor
Senior Mag 2026: Senior explores electronic music production through SoundCloud
Senior Ishir Ayyagari commits to Berklee College of Music, where he will continue to explore music production.
Boys’ volleyball secures league title with 3-0 victory over King’s Academy
The Falcons strong collaboration and defense lead them to an overwhelming victory against the Knights.
Seniors take home a ‘four-peat’ in the annual Falconpuff competition
In early April, the classes kicked off the annual inter-class flag football competition.
Winter guard dazzles at senior night with show entitled ‘Lured’
The 16-member ensemble performed their show in three competitions this season.
Answers to The Falcon Crossword: Feb. 2026
Clues are available on pg. 40 of the October issue of The Falcon.
11 SHS musicians to perform in local honor band
Students across the Bay Area have auditioned for the Santa Clara County Honor Band since its founding in 1952.
Music department’s Winter Concert Series celebrates holiday season
On Dec. 4, Dec. 9 and Dec. 11, the music program showcased the choir & jazz, orchestra and bands respectively.
Forging an unlikely, unbreakable friendship with an automobile
Disclaimer: This article was written in the comfort of my minivan in the staff parking lot at 9 p.m.
Answers to The Falcon Crossword: Oct. 2025
Clues are available on pg. 36 of the October issue of The Falcon.
Girls’ volleyball avenges last year’s defeat to Santa Clara
After a hard-fought match that went to the fifth set, the underdog Falcons defeated the Bruins 3-2.
Boys’ water polo finishes fifth at Wilcox tournament
The Falcons saw improvement in passing and movement during the 2-day tournament at Wilcox High.
Senior Millie Wang commits to play Division 3 golf at NYU
She will enter the school as an undeclared major.
With eight seniors, boys’ water polo expects a strong season
The Falcons have a strong starting lineup lineup stacked with seniors
Huge success, first Friday food truck fest unveils Homecoming theme and earns more than $1,000 for student leadership
At the end of the food truck fest on Aug. 15, the ASB revealed this year’s Homecoming theme: Warner Bros. movies.
If you’re thinking about taking the MBTI test, read this first
The test can be confusing, as there are a lot of possible outcomes and it can be hard to know what they all mean.
Boys’ volleyball team places last in league, looks to come back next season stronger
Injuries and constant rotational adjustments are major reasons for the Falcons’ 1-14 season.
Sophomore explores passion in neuroscience, placing second in California’s 16th Congressional District in prestigious coding competition
Sophomore Ovee Dharwadkar, alongside a group of peers who share similar interests, designed an app using advanced neuroscience to provide early depression diagnosis.
Speaking up for ‘finding your passion’
At a schoolwide assembly on Jan. 24, three students and one staff member shared their journeys with poignant speeches that capped the annual Speak Up or Change week.
Girls’ soccer undefeated in El Camino League halfway through season
Due to powerful players on the team and a strong team dynamic, the Falcons soar at 1st place in the league and look forward to CCS.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
By sharing resources and aligning lesson plans, teachers strive to provide fair education while incorporating their unique teaching styles.
Girls’ soccer defeats Notre Dame Knights 3-2, still undefeated in pre-season
Despite a dominant performance in the first half of the game on Dec. 10, the Falcons struggled to maintain the lead with possession going back and forth in the second half.
Through the decades: How The Falcon transitioned to new technologies
In the mid-late 1990s, the Falcon shifted from using cut-and-paste technology to digital printing, all thanks to the introduction of the Macintosh computer.
Math club places third at Berkeley tournament
Sophomores step up and perform big for the Falcon team.
30 in the Class of 2025 announced as National Merit Semifinalists
Seniors in the top 99th percentile move one step closer to receiving the $2500 scholarship
Science Bowl squad has first match of season
After placing 17th at the South Middle Hollylake Invitational on Oct. 13, the team is preparing for the upcoming MIT Science Bowl on Nov. 16.
Boys’ water polo secures an impressive 7-5 win on senior night against Cupertino, proving momentum heading into league tourney
Lockdown goalkeeping by senior goalie Armon Vuppala and potent offense by senior set Nikhil Chadha led to a strong win.
New Intro to Computer Science teacher brings over 20 years of industry experience
Lalitha Maruvada hopes to teach freshmen valuable problem-solving skills.
Student irresponsibility undermines the Falcon Nest’s true potential
Major renovations were completed at the end of the last school year, replacing the dust-laden lockers closest to the library with a ping pong table.
