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The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.
Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Anant Rajeev

Photographer finds his passion late

Anant Rajeev
May 30, 2016

Your next four years: Enjoy them while you can

Anant Rajeev
May 27, 2016

Breaking Bad spinoff wows audiences

Anant Rajeev
March 23, 2016

YouTuber’s TSA experience calls for religious acceptance in airports

Anant Rajeev and Arjun Ramanathan
March 21, 2016

Second-semester seniors find inspiration

Anant Rajeev and Gwynevere Hunger
February 11, 2016

Boys’ tennis aiming to add new players

Anant Rajeev and Navin Tiwary
February 5, 2016

Falcons knocked out of CCS, proud of exciting campaign

Anant Rajeev and Michelle Lee
February 4, 2016

Grand Old Party not so grand these days

Anant Rajeev
December 10, 2015

Annual Holiday Boutique a success for senior class

Anant Rajeev
December 7, 2015

Boys’ soccer: Captain looks forward to season alongside promising team

Anant Rajeev and Michelle Lee
December 7, 2015

A kicker in the making

Anant Rajeev
December 1, 2015

Art portfolios allow seniors to add unique element to college applications

Anant Rajeev and Divya Rallabandi
October 22, 2015

Personal finance should be added to Economics class curriculum

Anant Rajeev
October 22, 2015

This year’s freshman Quad Day defies expectations

Anant Rajeev
October 17, 2015

Social serves as bonding mechanism for Link groups

Anant Rajeev and Navin Tiwary
October 13, 2015

Football team at a crossroads after first three games

Aditya Chaudhry and Anant Rajeev
September 22, 2015

Freshman officers receive guidance from senior officers

Anant Rajeev
September 17, 2015

Talk shows champion gay marriage through comedic means

Anant Rajeev
September 14, 2015

Saro Acharya: the next James Cameron

Anant Rajeev and Deepthi Sampathkumar
April 24, 2015

Junior prom attendees party like Gatsby

Allison Lin and Anant Rajeev
April 23, 2015

Second Club Rush event promotes and fundraises for on-campus groups

Anant Rajeev and Dorrie Tang
March 13, 2015

Down and Out: Junior recounts bike ride gone wrong

Anant Rajeev
March 3, 2015

Saratoga fosters Indian cultural roots

Jade Bisht, Anant Rajeev, and Arjun Ramanathan
January 28, 2015

Boys’ soccer copes with difficult start

Anant Rajeev
January 28, 2015

Why do I love soccer?

Anant Rajeev
January 26, 2015

Falcon staff takes on chubby challenge

Anant Rajeev and Rotem Shaked
December 10, 2014

What actually happens at ASB meetings?

Apoorv Kwatra and Anant Rajeev
December 8, 2014

Formal ‘best asking’ competition anticipates creative proposals, increased attendance

Spring Ma and Anant Rajeev
November 27, 2014

The submergence into college football

Anant Rajeev
November 13, 2014

Falcon soccer ready to take the field

Anant Rajeev
November 13, 2014

FIFA 15 release an improvement in virtual reality

Anant Rajeev
October 14, 2014

Fantasy football: a plethora of mind games

Anant Rajeev
October 13, 2014

Seniors aim high for last Quad Day

Arjun Ramanathan and Anant Rajeev
October 9, 2014

Juniors excited for Quad Day performance

Anant Rajeev and Arjun Ramanathan
October 9, 2014

‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ makes long awaited comeback

Anant Rajeev
October 9, 2014

FIFA 15 release an improvement in virtual reality

Anant Rajeev
October 2, 2014

World Cup: savior of my summer

Anant Rajeev
September 9, 2014

Bucket half full or half empty?

Anant Rajeev and Lauren Louie
September 5, 2014

New year, new computers: The Journalism Room starts off right with introduction of brand new set of iMacs

Jane Park and Anant Rajeev
September 2, 2014

Busy week ahead for seniors

Anant Rajeev, Simi Srivastava, and Arman Vaziri
May 28, 2014

Number of students who take AP test without taking class increases

Anant Rajeev and Devin Zhao
May 23, 2014

Tennis star’s path to Princeton

Anant Rajeev and Jihau Yu
May 1, 2014

Breakthrough for Project SEED

Nupur Maheshwari and Anant Rajeev
April 30, 2014

Sports Profile: April Schindler

Anant Rajeev
April 21, 2014

Rejection wall returns this year

Anant Rajeev and Sweeya Raj
April 2, 2014

First annual High School Hacks sees record attendance of over 800

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
April 2, 2014
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Why splitting California is a bad idea

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
March 31, 2014

America SATisfaction begins with the new SAT

Ashley Chen, Nelson Wang, and Anant Rajeev
March 31, 2014

Alumnus recounts senioritis experience

Anant Rajeev
February 12, 2014

New website serves as enhanced organization tool for classes

Anant Rajeev
February 12, 2014

Many clubs unaware of ASB bank accounts

Ariel Liu and Anant Rajeev
February 7, 2014

Like it or not, schools need to monitor students’ online lives

Anant Rajeev and Andrew Jiang
December 11, 2013

Holiday cheers spreads around Saratoga

Deepthi Sampathkumar and Anant Rajeev
December 11, 2013

ASB’s Winter formal dawns upon school

Anant Rajeev and Sherrilyn Ling
November 19, 2013

Cheese, beef (albeit a bit burnt) and the American way

Miles Albert and Anant Rajeev
October 28, 2013

Homecoming Commission imposes changes on Homecoming week

Anant Rajeev
October 28, 2013

ASB student store revamped

Andrew Jiang and Anant Rajeev
September 25, 2013

Spanish 6 AP: a rigorous, albeit one course with only five students

Anant Rajeev and Jihau Yu
September 19, 2013
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