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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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March 9, 2020

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Career Day returns, provides students with various professional paths

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February 11, 2020

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February 7, 2020

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Sofia Jones and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

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November 20, 2019

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October 29, 2019

Intense practice schedules teach band members time management

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October 28, 2019

Audrey Mika’s covers do justice to the original songs

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October 18, 2019

Hot coffee is never the perfect temperature

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October 18, 2019

It’s not OK to shame teens for trick-or-treating

Sofia Jones
October 17, 2019

Jeffrey Epstein’s suspicious death raises and leads to rumors

Sofia Jones
September 19, 2019

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Sofia Jones
September 16, 2019

People should not be ashamed to snitch on cheaters

Sofia Jones
May 23, 2019

The rise of unconventional news sources has both pros and cons

Sofia Jones and Aaria Thomas
May 20, 2019

Senior finds success through competitive Pokémon

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 22, 2019

A traditional Sadies dance should be brought back

Sofia Jones
April 2, 2019

Leadership class to undergo structural and operational adjustments next year

Sofia Jones and Rahul Vadlakonda
April 2, 2019
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Winter percussion team enjoys successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
April 1, 2019

Reporters attempt to go viral on TikTok

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
March 26, 2019

Winter Guard kicks off season with new shows and staff

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
February 14, 2019

Accounting for pluses and minuses in GPA beneficial

Sofia Jones and Amanda Zhu
February 12, 2019

Love My Buns? I don’t think so…

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
February 12, 2019

On-campus Winter Formal receives positive feedback, despite concerns over location

Sofia Jones
December 12, 2018
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Orchestra will travel to Chicago to perform at The MidWest Clinic during finals week

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
December 11, 2018
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Unconventional finals teach students new skills

Sofia Jones and Aaria Thomas
December 11, 2018

We met Santa at an Artisan Faire

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
November 28, 2018
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Marching band prepares to wrap up after a successful season

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
October 30, 2018
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A week to remember: Students forge connections through Breaking Down the Walls

Sofia Jones and Anna Novoselov
October 30, 2018

How a hashtag can give victims a voice

Sofia Jones
October 25, 2018

Serenading unsuspecting freshmen with “Shrek” songs falls flat

Sofia Jones and Sandhya Sundaram
October 25, 2018

Changes to band leadership yield mixed responses

Sofia Jones and Connie Liang
September 27, 2018

Male acapella group turns into acapella club

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September 24, 2018
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