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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 Sophie Mattson

Softball team makes comeback after last year’s subpar season

Sophie Mattson
April 3, 2013

Immigration, visa reform desperately needed

Sophie Mattson
April 3, 2013
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Dong and Bedekar earn 2013’s highest academic honors

Sophie Mattson
April 2, 2013
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Courage for Change workshop resurrected after 25 years

Sophie Mattson
March 12, 2013

Softball aims to move up to the next level

Sophie Mattson
February 4, 2013

Art teacher’s remembered by students and fellow teachers

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
February 4, 2013

Building, testing and tweaking the MSET robot

Sophie Mattson
February 2, 2013

Sexist attitudes result from both societal pressure, family upbringing

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
February 2, 2013

Yearbook staff to receive national award for last year’s book

Bruce Lou and Sophie Mattson
February 1, 2013
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Art teacher Steve McCue remembered by students and fellow teachers

Kelly Liu and Sophie Mattson
January 21, 2013

English teacher known for wildly creative Halloween costumes

Sophie Mattson
December 16, 2012

Seniors pay big bucks for apps

Sophie Mattson and Rohan Rajeev
December 16, 2012

Holiday Boutique a success for freshman class

Sophie Mattson
December 7, 2012

Supreme Court re-evaluation of affirmative action unnecessary

Sophie Mattson
December 7, 2012

Prospect SAT delayed by fire alarm

Sophie Mattson and Amy Jan
November 8, 2012

Club builds iPhone application for Saratoga students

Minu Palaniappan and Sophie Mattson
October 14, 2012

Locals celebrate Saratoga with street festival

Sophie Mattson and Andy Fang
September 26, 2012

United Airlines compromises customer service

Sophie Mattson and Priyanka Nookala
September 26, 2012

Volleyball player hits bump in road

Andy Fang and Sophie Mattson
September 26, 2012

Digital databases the forefront of academic research

Sophie Mattson
September 20, 2012

Teachers explore the world’s wonders

Sophie Mattson
May 24, 2012

Track: Athletes reflect on season

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
May 24, 2012
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Team looks forward to CCS

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
May 4, 2012

Breaking the cycle

Sophie Mattson
April 29, 2012

Attempts to revitalize Saratoga prove promising

Andy Fang and Sophie Mattson
April 11, 2012

Team adjusts to A league

Jennifer Jin and Sophie Mattson
March 30, 2012

Junior publishes book on leadership

Sophie Mattson
March 27, 2012

Students drawn to DrawSomething

Sophie Mattson and Andy Fang
March 26, 2012

Outrageous peaceful protest bill infringes upon the First Amendment

Sophie Mattson
March 26, 2012

Students’ enthusiasm for history revealed in competition

Sophie Mattson and Aashna Mukerji
February 15, 2012

Freshmen excel in sports

Sophie Mattson
February 8, 2012

Medical marijuana crackdown in CA addressed improperly

Sophie Mattson
February 1, 2012

APES classes to visit Año Nuevo for third year

Izzy Albert and Sophie Mattson
January 29, 2012

Alumnus Bosworth presents to Leadership students

Sophie Mattson
December 9, 2011

Budding Egyptian Democracy a hopeful yet challenging movement

Sophie Mattson
December 8, 2011
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Senior finds calling in world of songwriting

Sophie Mattson and Ashley Tang
December 8, 2011

Pass-fail grading policies poor choice for sports

Sophie Mattson and Nicholas Chow
December 7, 2011

HPV vaccine should be recommended for males

Sophie Mattson
November 27, 2011

Holiday gatherings bring light to a lack of regular family outings

Sophie Mattson
November 27, 2011

Keeping the dream alive: Cal Grants now available to students on path to citizenship

Sophie Mattson
October 26, 2011

Classes gear up for upcoming trips in second semester

Sophie Mattson and McKenna Galvin
October 24, 2011

Track to be redone during winter holiday break

Sarah Finley and Sophie Mattson
October 20, 2011

Percussion section held together by a strong ties

Sophie Mattson
October 20, 2011

Bake sale demonstrates the harms of affirmative action

Akshara Sekar and Sophie Mattson
October 14, 2011

Students build houses in Honduras over summer

Sophie Mattson and Deborah Soung
September 22, 2011

Football coach Tim Lugo fills position of athletic director

Sophie Mattson and Sarah Finley
September 22, 2011

California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public

Sophie Mattson
September 15, 2011

Junior develops her own painting style

Sophie Mattson
September 10, 2011
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