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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 Zachary Zinman
Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities

Seniors to pursue music at prestigious universities

Zachary Zinman
June 1, 2023
Luka Dončić and Nikola Jokić race for the NBA regular season MVP title.

Jokić vs. Dončić: a battle of basketball brilliance in MVP race

Zachary Zinman
February 16, 2023
It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote

It might sound crazy, but 16-year-olds should have the right to vote

Zachary Zinman
December 10, 2022
Eric Miao and Jayden Ham play a Mozart duet arrangement for flute and clarinet.

Tri-M concert raises money for Hurricane Ian relief

Mitchell Chen and Zachary Zinman
December 6, 2022
This photo was taken in 2015, with my grandfather on the bottom row and my father on the right.  

Putting political polarization in perspective through one family’s experience

Zachary Zinman
November 10, 2022
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Photo or Graphic for: Top 10: scariest things

Avani Kongetira
October 25, 2022
Drum Major Petr Tupitsyn overlooks his marching band, ready to showcase their senior night performance.

Marching band shows promising season with their performance ‘Blossom’

Allison Tan and Zachary Zinman
October 25, 2022
Brittney Griner remains behind bars in Russia.

Releasing Brittney Griner should only be the start

Zachary Zinman
September 24, 2022
Guidance counselor Brian Safine in his office.

Safine leaves district admin role to return to counseling

Maggie Zeng and Zachary Zinman
September 23, 2022
Embiid celebrates his NBA regular season scoring title as he lifts his hands in the air.

Joel Embiid was robbed of NBA’s MVP title

Zachary Zinman
May 19, 2022
Ethan Lin seeks to explore his passion for Piano as he transitions to college.

Seniors seek unconventional music majors in college

Zachary Zinman and Benjamin Li
May 18, 2022
Picture of the patio that connects the inside dining area to its outside seating space.

Standing up for local businesses: Sue’s serves up coffee and calm

Zachary Zinman
March 31, 2022
One can have a vague idea of what they may be like in the future, but it will never be clear.

Future Self: Hopefully, you’re succeeding in life

Zachary Zinman
March 31, 2022
Kate Dibiasky (Jennifer Lawrence) and Dr. Randall Mindy (Leonardo Di Caprio) try to convince President Janie Orlean (Meryl Streep) and Jason Orlean (Jonah Hill) about an incoming meteor.

‘Don’t Look Up’: a fresh angle on prevalent societal issues

Carolyn Wang and Zachary Zinman
March 12, 2022
An adequate warning, but far from reality: Theranos does not reflect Silicon Valley startup culture

An adequate warning, but far from reality: Theranos does not reflect Silicon Valley startup culture

Carolyn Wang and Zachary Zinman
February 8, 2022

Light-hearted Instagram accounts grow in popularity

Zachary Zinman
December 17, 2021
Hanukkah is the most wonderful time of the year

Hanukkah is the most wonderful time of the year

Zachary Zinman
December 1, 2021
Senior captain Nikhil Kapasi demonstrates a toss on the sabre during sabre block

Color Guard, stocked with young, new members, dances back from the pandemic

Zachary Zinman and Sanjoli Gupta
October 29, 2021
This is an illustration of my development from freshman to junior year. I grew out my hair and removed my glasses and braces.

Reflecting on my changed identity after the pandemic

Zachary Zinman
October 22, 2021
Picture of Kanye West during his first performance of Donda. 

Top 10 songs on Donda

Zachary Zinman
October 21, 2021
100 Word Rants

100 Word Rants

Vicky Bai, Apurva Chakravarthy, Sarah Zhou, and Zachary Zinman
September 17, 2021

Read this if you get lost

Zachary Zinman
September 9, 2021
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