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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 Sanjana Melkote
Night At The Museum

Senior prom promises exciting Night at the Museum

Elaine Fan and Sanjana Melkote
May 19, 2019

SMASH’n awards crown the best of MAP

Ashley Feng and Sanjana Melkote
June 8, 2018

Social Media scrolls to depression

Sanjana Melkote and Anna Novoselov
January 21, 2018

Freshman field trip introduces MAP culture early on

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
December 12, 2017

College freshman Nate Ching explores his interest in film after taking MAP

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
December 12, 2017

Bullet journal not your days but your dreams

Connie Liang and Sanjana Melkote
November 16, 2017

Marching band brings music and spirit to football games

Sanjana Melkote
October 13, 2017
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Cultural traditions instill positive values

Sanjana Melkote
October 13, 2017

Herzman teaches AP Lit while Head pilots Balance English 9

Sanjana Melkote
September 11, 2017

Thermond teaching English 10 instead of Creative Writing

Sanjana Melkote and Krithi Sankar
September 1, 2017

Freshman 15

Sanjana Melkote, Kaylene Morrison, Howard Tang, Amy Tang, and Alex Wang
September 1, 2017

Don’t lose childhood when becoming mature

Sanjana Melkote
May 26, 2017

Hemmerich balances flow and structure in classroom setting

Sanjana Melkote
April 28, 2017

Dancing is hard; teaching it is harder

Sanjana Melkote
April 26, 2017
JAZZCABSHS

Annual Jazz Cab a successful night of music, food and friends

Kevin Chow and Sanjana Melkote
March 15, 2017

I don’t want to spend my life running after time

Sanjana Melkote
March 7, 2017

YouTubers call out platform for changing its video algorithms

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
January 25, 2017
frands

Falcon staffers get smart for pancake art

Elaine Fan and Sanjana Melkote
January 22, 2017

Volunteering requires ‘make it matter’ mindset

Sanjana Melkote
November 21, 2016

A Taste of Heaven

Sanjana Melkote
November 21, 2016

Snapchat geofilters place pride in schools and communities

Francesca Chu and Sanjana Melkote
October 19, 2016

College speaker meetings help seniors review application process

Sanjana Melkote and Kitty Huang
October 19, 2016
drama

Fall play premieres Nov. 12

Sanjana Melkote
October 19, 2016
costarica

For a second year, students travel to Costa Rica for environmental efforts

Kitty Huang and Sanjana Melkote
September 10, 2016
band

Photo or Graphic for: Marching band ‘on guard’ for upcoming season

Elaine Fan
September 8, 2016
btsonight

Photo or Graphic for: On Back to School Night, parents take a walk in children’s shoes

David Koh
September 8, 2016

Tennis team hopes to win league champion for fourth consecutive year

Elizabeth Lee and Sanjana Melkote
September 4, 2016
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