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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 Anirudh Iyer

Senior Mag 2023: Fusing the music of my heritage with classical piano — how a relationship with two instruments has shaped my present and future

Anirudh Iyer
August 30, 2023

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Anirudh Iyer
August 30, 2023

Senior Mag 2023: Samantha Stoiber revives rock climbing pastime, encourages friends to join in

Anirudh Iyer
June 6, 2023
Senior Mateusz Palusinski in action with junior Kali Duvvuri and sophomore Caleb Yu during the March Madness game on Mar. 15.

School March Madness tournament wraps up after a month of scintillating basketball

Anirudh Iyer
April 5, 2023
A quick summary of the rule changes for the 2023 MLB season. 

2023 MLB rule changes aim to revolutionize, reinvigorate baseball 

Anirudh Iyer
April 5, 2023
Senior Lucas Dennis standing on second base in Saratoga’s game against Del Mar

Baseball tries to build momentum, but stumbles in early-season games

Anirudh Iyer
March 15, 2023
SpeakEasy’s technology architecture

Junior develops award-winning AI-powered browser extension

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
March 15, 2023
Samsung’s tablets provide a superior value-for-money option than what Apple churns out. 

Samsung tablet represents superior value-for-money option than overhyped iPad

Anirudh Iyer
March 12, 2023
Coach Davey oversees the boys’ practice as sophomore Caleb Yu dribbles down the court.

Basketball coach Mike Davey reflects on a productive first season back, one in which he led varsity boys to CCS

Anirudh Iyer
March 11, 2023
Belenje and Pattanayak pictured together.

Athletes recount difficulties that come with pursuing high level sports

Anirudh Iyer
March 10, 2023
Featuring headline-worthy quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes of the Eagles and Chiefs respectively, this Super Bowl was an offensive battle first and foremost. 

Super Bowl LVII: a game that lived up to hyped up expectations

Anirudh Iyer
March 7, 2023
Davis poses with his golf partner at his course in San Martin.

Physics teacher pursues golf in free time

Anirudh Iyer
March 7, 2023
AMD seniors rehearse their finale dance in preparation for the show.

Bombay in the Bay practices ramp up

Anirudh Iyer and Michelle Wan
January 31, 2023
Famous sports analytics company Fivethirtyeight’s supercomputer predicts that Arsenal will win the Premier League, with the top 4 staying as it currently is.

English Premier League: a midseason report card

Anirudh Iyer
January 24, 2023
Qatar has endured a lot of scrutiny; however, this World Cup has been a success.

Qatar: fraudulent sportswasher or soccer’s new sensational spectacle?

Anirudh Iyer
December 17, 2022
Spirit week promotes holiday fervor

Spirit week promotes holiday fervor

Anirudh Iyer
December 17, 2022
Average unweighted GPAs were unnecessarily added next to sports season recaps. 

Publicizing average unweighted GPAs of sports teams serves no good purpose

Anirudh Iyer
December 13, 2022
Athletes, both pros and amateurs, often face mental health challenges

Athletes, both pros and amateurs, often face mental health challenges

Anirudh Iyer
December 5, 2022
A quick visual overview of Sunak’s background.

Rishi Sunak’s election as U.K. prime minister: putting national pride aside

Anirudh Iyer
November 17, 2022
The vegetarian meal Anirudh got in its full form.

Mediterranean cuisine: an underrated delicacy

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
November 14, 2022
Ronaldo’s goal output has fallen off a cliff in the last year or so — could this run of form signal the end of his career?

Cristiano Ronaldo: Age finally trips up soccer superstar

Anirudh Iyer
November 12, 2022
Expanded Homecoming court celebrated at football game

Expanded Homecoming court celebrated at football game

Anirudh Iyer and Shaan Sridhar
October 1, 2022
A graphical depiction of the changes in the bell schedule over the last 5 years, illustrating the yearly annual shifts in both tutorial and class lengths. 

New bell schedule is a significant improvement

Anirudh Iyer
September 30, 2022
This Premier League season has all it takes to become one for the history books.

Revamped Premier League season inspires newfound hype and interest

Anirudh Iyer
September 29, 2022
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