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95071X Extremity’s robot competes on the playing field during a scrimmage.
VEX Robotics team hosts inter-school scrimmages in preparation for worlds
April 26, 2025
Courtesy of Abhiram Ruthala An infographic describing the implications of different waves captured by the Muse headset, included in a video produced by the group to present their project.
Sophomore explores passion in neuroscience, placing second in California’s 16th Congressional District in prestigious coding competition
April 26, 2025
Courtesy of Dave Rickling Rickling’s stand at De Anza College Farmers’ Market, selling jars of honey and honey sticks alongside other vendors.
Dave’s Backyard Bees: from lockdown hobby to booming business
April 25, 2025
The SHS and RMS Combined Band performs at the 2024 Pancake Breakfast.
SMB prepares for annual Pancake Breakfast
April 25, 2025
Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Using phones before sleep not only harms your eyes, but also delays the time it takes to fall asleep.
Scrolling into insomnia: how electronics rob teens of sleep
April 27, 2025
Strydom’s dabbles in a variety of mediums, including pencil sketches, pen sketches and digital art.
Sophomore’s YouTube Shorts reach thousands of views
April 27, 2025
Courtesy of Portsmouth Events The remake of ‘Snow White’ sparked controversy and mixed reactions ahead of its March 21 release.
Disney’s ‘Snow White’: not the fairest adaptation of them all
April 26, 2025
Courtesy of Karthik Sangameswaran Sangameswaran proudly holds up the book his work is published in.
Senior becomes a published historian
April 25, 2025
Our H-Mart shopping basket.
A Falcon guide to Chinese Lay’s flavors from H-Mart
April 25, 2025
The notorious “torpedo bat” has increased mass in the center of the barrel, hence the name.
Controversial torpedo bat makes a splash in MLB
April 27, 2025
Athletic trainer Kevin Attard helps junior football and lacrosse player Jayden Kwong prepare for knee rehabilitation.
New athletic trainer hired after months-long search
April 25, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Courtesy of Pinterest The ideal Expo marker in a classroom should be fresh and full of ink.
100-word rant: Dried markers, know your place (in the trash)
April 25, 2025
This energy drink is the perfect refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
100-word rave: Energy drinks are just spectacular
April 25, 2025
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
The issue of modern feminism: Don’t mistake progress for exploitation
April 20, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
New York Times’ games can predict my future
New York Times’ games can predict my future
April 26, 2025
The infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 6
Volume 57, Issue 6
April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 5
Volume 57, Issue 5
April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 4
Volume 57, Issue 4
April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 3
Volume 57, Issue 3
April 23, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 2
Volume 57, Issue 2
April 23, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
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Senior takes first steps into modeling

Harshini Ramaswamy and Ashley Su

Student designers experiment with making clothes for Benefit Fashion show

Harshini Ramaswamy and Ashley Su

Stereotype debunked: No, I do not eat curry every day

Harshini Ramaswamy

Why schools need to expand their consent curriculum

Harshini Ramaswamy

Charlottesville native reflects on tragedy

Harshini Ramaswamy
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Alumna hopes to play softball for Greece in 2020 Olympics

Harshini Ramaswamy

Pro-life? More like pro-birth and not caring what comes after

Harshini Ramaswamy

Why the legalization of recreational marijuana is a positive

Harshini Ramaswamy
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Davey steps down as varsity basketball coach after more than two decades

Harshini Ramaswamy

When basketball becomes a way of life

Harshini Ramaswamy

Girl’s Basketball: Falcons struggle to push through illnesses during season

Julia Miller and Harshini Ramaswamy

Competitive student-athletes forced to give up training after concussions

Harshini Ramaswamy, Sherrie Shen, and Amy Tang

Junior expresses herself through makeup

Harshini Ramaswamy
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Formal to be held at San Jose Country Club

Harshini Ramaswamy

Girls’ basketball: New players step up to replace last year’s stars

Harshini Ramaswamy and Julia Miller

JV basketball coach finds positivity as he recovers from surgery

Harshini Ramaswamy and Kitty Huang

Girls’ volleyball: League champs end season in semifinals

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy

If you like ‘Game of Thrones,’ then watch …

Harshini Ramaswamy

Short in real life, but a giant on the court

Harshini Ramaswamy

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons eye first-place finish in El Camino League

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy
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A day in the life of guidance counselor Eileen Allen

Harshini Ramaswamy

Teachers transition back in from maternity leave

Harshini Ramaswamy and Jay Kim

PRO: Using entertainment platforms for political advocacy generates awareness

Harshini Ramaswamy

Girls’ volleyball: Falcons hope to soar in less competitive league

Kitty Huang and Harshini Ramaswamy
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Rally commission to hold five rallies this school year

Harshini Ramaswamy

Falcons travel abroad despite recent terrorist attacks

Elizabeth Lee and Harshini Ramaswamy

Unfriendly environments are created by just a few words

Harshini Ramaswamy

Students set to ‘Seas the Night’ at Senior Prom

Harshini Ramaswamy

April 22, 2016

Navin Tiwary and Harshini Ramaswamy

Girls’ lacrosse starts off league on a high note

Harshini Ramaswamy and Shazia Gupta

Q&A: Student stars reflect on fame

Caitlin Ju and Harshini Ramaswamy

Janitor John Sequeira retiring after a decade as beloved custodian

Harshini Ramaswamy and Fiona Sequeira

Girls’ basketball to begin CCS

Claire Chou and Harshini Ramaswamy

Girls’ lacrosse: Falcons using year to rebuild a new

Harshini Ramaswamy and Shazia Gupta

MAP speaker series highlights how media professionals achieve success

Harshini Ramaswamy

Teacher recounts biking adventures

Harshini Ramaswamy

Junior finds her niche in Crew

Harshini Ramaswamy and Navin Tiwary

Indian dance team resumes third season

Arjun Ramanathan and Harshini Ramaswamy

BBQ and movie night kick off new school year

Olivia Lu and Harshini Ramaswamy
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