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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

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All content by Shreya Rallabandi
Senior Mag 2023: Rallying and Restoring: Jo Bejar pursues interest in automotive restoration

Senior Mag 2023: Rallying and Restoring: Jo Bejar pursues interest in automotive restoration

Shreya Rallabandi
August 30, 2023

Senior Mag 2023: The places that defined our class

Shreya Rallabandi and Allison Tan
June 6, 2023
The ASSIST garden, guarded by a sign pointing towards the program’s classroom.

Into ASSIST, the program supporting students outside the classroom

Shreya Rallabandi
April 5, 2023
Left to right: A drug dealer, turned cop, depressed father and mobster all eye a cocaine drop in the depths of a Georgia national park.

‘Cocaine Bear’ satisfies viewers looking for rudimentary entertainment

Shreya Rallabandi and Zach Zinman
March 28, 2023
LGHS stays shrouded in the night while SHS goes on to see another day.

Los Gatos High deserved to have school, too

Shreya Rallabandi
February 12, 2023
POV: Listening to “Kiss Me Thru The Phone” by Soulja Boy this Feb. 14.

Top 10: Valentine’s Day songs

Shreya Rallabandi
February 12, 2023
The fans want to know!

In college admissions, discussing mental health comes with frustrating downsides

Allison Tan and Shreya Rallabandi
January 31, 2023
Class of ‘65 alumnus Steven Spielberg’s new movie, “The Fabelmans,” covers much of his experience at the school.

‘The Fabelmans’ puts spotlight on antisemitic abuse directed at school’s most famous alumnus

Shreya Rallabandi and Shaan Sridhar
December 11, 2022
Superintendent Sanderson’s official district portrait.

Meet Bill Sanderson: beekeeper, food-lover and district new superintendent

Shreya Rallabandi
November 17, 2022
Senior Lucas Dennis anticipates the play while playing shortstop during a game against Milpitas last year.

Senior pitcher commits to Pomona-Pitzer

Shreya Rallabandi
November 2, 2022
Peach Fuzz performs in front of the McAfee Center during the Falcon Food Truck Fest on Aug. 16.

Up-and-coming student band Peach Fuzz gets their start at school events

Shreya Rallabandi
October 14, 2022
Counselor Brad Ward leads a college application introductory presentation for seniors in the new College and Career Center on Aug. 25.

College and career counselor Brad Ward quickly settles into the school community

Tara Natarajan, Shreya Rallabandi, and Beverly Xu
September 19, 2022
We love astrology!

We love astrology!

Shreya Rallabandi and Joann Zhang
December 1, 2021
Staff editorial: It’s time to prevent mass extinction; let’s fix the post-pandemic club crisis

Staff editorial: It’s time to prevent mass extinction; let’s fix the post-pandemic club crisis

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
November 29, 2021
AOC’s Aurora James gown at the 2021 Met Gala

AOC’s Met Gala look didn’t meet my expectations

Shreya Rallabandi
November 29, 2021
Teachers gather for a picture in the library after the Nov. 16 LGSUHSD board meeting.

District Teachers Association rallies behind effort to get higher pay

Sam Bai, Shreya Rallabandi, and Aiden Ye
November 22, 2021
Freshmen Caleb Yu, Arsh Tikku, Langdon Huynh and Vivaan Suri review their cases during speech and debate practice on Oct. 1.

Speech and debate, facing challenges on all fronts, begins to find solutions

Nikhil Mathihalli and Shreya Rallabandi
October 7, 2021

Faculty bring their A-game quad day to ring in Homecoming

Shreya Rallabandi
October 6, 2021
Seniors collaborate to release rap music on SoundCloud

Seniors collaborate to release rap music on SoundCloud

Shreya Rallabandi and Bill Yuan
October 5, 2021
Semicolon Saratoga is scheduled to sell t-shirts designed by senior Isabel Lee in October to fundraise for Project Semicolon.

Junior creates platform for students to share mental health experiences

Christina Chang and Shreya Rallabandi
September 20, 2021
Held by her godfather, Panidis gets baptized at 4 months old, accompanied by her paternal grandmother and older sister.

Searching for faith: Student reflects on how time at Catholic prep school shaped her religious beliefs

Shreya Rallabandi
September 9, 2021
Kerry Mohnike and STEM and Chinese teacher Sara Tseng chat at Mohnike’s surprise retirement party held on Friday, Sept. 3, in the wellness center.

After 30 years in multiple roles, assistant principal Kerry Mohnike retires

Jonny Luo and Shreya Rallabandi
September 8, 2021
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As speech and debate postseason closes, competitors look toward next year

Shreya Rallabandi
May 13, 2021
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March 13, 2021, prompts a slew of ‘lockdown day’ memories

Shreya Rallabandi
May 11, 2021
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COVID-19 cases force quarantines for multiple sports

Shreya Rallabandi and Bill Yuan
May 6, 2021
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Top 10 comments voiced at the April 20 LGSUHSD board meeting on the Phase 4A reopening debate

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
May 1, 2021
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School board’s decision to end asynchronous Wednesdays angers students and teachers

Shreya Rallabandi and Harshini Velchamy
April 25, 2021
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Top 10 worst texting slang

Shaan Sridhar and Shreya Rallabandi
April 21, 2021
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Saratoga community responds to rise in anti-Asian violence with calls for change

Selina Chen, Shreya Rallabandi, and Carolyn Wang
April 1, 2021
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Sophomore Arnav Garg creates podcast to advance drone-kit business

Shaan Sridhar and Shreya Rallabandi
March 27, 2021
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Photo or Graphic for: Living Room Conversations effort struggles to get student participation

Shaan Sridhar and Vicky Bai
March 26, 2021
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New course offerings spur controversy over academic pressure

Shreya Rallabandi and Viraaj Reddi
March 19, 2021
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Teachers begin receiving vaccinations as phase 3A return draws closer

Shreya Rallabandi
March 11, 2021
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Q&A with Megan Farrell: the District’s new Title IX coordinator

Marisa Kingsley and Shreya Rallabandi
March 10, 2021
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Anticipating state mandate, social studies department adds ethnic studies course option for freshmen

Shreya Rallabandi and Lihi Shoshani
February 21, 2021
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Introducing Momentum: the simplest productivity tool

Shreya Rallabandi
February 11, 2021
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When the vaccines arrive, just take them

Shaan Sridhar and Shreya Rallabandi
January 6, 2021
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Massachusetts preparatory school makes major shifts to accommodate its students

Shreya Rallabandi
December 15, 2020

Girls water polo prepares for uncertain, challenging season

Shreya Rallabandi and Alan Zu
December 9, 2020
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Harry Styles’ Vogue cover does not deserve this much hype

Shreya Rallabandi
December 1, 2020
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Stop hating on country music y’all

Shreya Rallabandi
November 27, 2020
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Dietitian weighs in on today’s diet culture

Nidhi Mathihalli and Shreya Rallabandi
November 5, 2020
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Please let me go back on Canvas quizzes

Shreya Rallabandi
November 4, 2020
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Students and teachers conflicted over prospect of transitioning into in-person learning

Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi
October 24, 2020
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Break-in at administration building continues string of unusual crimes on campus lately

Christina Chang and Shreya Rallabandi
October 10, 2020
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District plans to start transition into in-person learning

Andrew Li and Shreya Rallabandi
October 3, 2020

District’s decision to host the standardized tests causes controversy

Andy Chen, Shreya Rallabandi, and Harshini Velchamy
September 18, 2020
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District introduces new tips hotline as a part of effort to foster inclusive environment

Shreya Rallabandi
September 12, 2020
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New school resource aide adjusts to SHS amidst online learning

Marisa Kingsley and Shreya Rallabandi
September 1, 2020
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