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Ex-trustee Alex Shultz at a board meeting last October. The candidates are applying to fill the vacancy left by Shultz, who resigned in January for personal reasons.
Board to interview 12 applicants to fill vacant trustee position at special Tuesday morning meeting
March 9, 2025
The venue boasts multiple decks, a grand hall and a garden for students to roam around.
Will early-April prom hurt attendance?
March 9, 2025
Yogurt that the cafeteria serves at breakfast
Bird flu-caused Egg shortages send some prices soaring for cafeteria
March 9, 2025
From left to right: senior Luke Zhang, junior Bryan Zhao, junior Richard Lee, senior Alex Yaung, sophomore Krishna Muddu, junior Alec Guan and freshman Daniel Yeh from team 95071X celebrate after winning the 14th Annual DVHS Robotics Tournament on Jan. 11.
VEX Robotics teams find success mid-season
March 8, 2025
Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Paddington is about to set off on the greatest adventure of his life.
‘Paddington in Peru’: A predictable yet fun family film
March 8, 2025
Zinman (bottom right) poses with Tufts’ Mock Trial team.
Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
March 4, 2025
Both social and academic peer pressure play a prominent role in students' decisions and lives at SHS.
Navigating the school’s web of academic, parental and social pressures
March 4, 2025
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
Junior Sophia Farone lines up for a face-off in last season’s match against Los Gatos.
Girls’ lacrosse ready to make strides after victory in first pre-season scrimmage
March 11, 2025
Top NBA draft prospect Cooper Flagg has been a vital part of Duke’s success as the team is projected to secure a No. 1 seed.
Our top four college basketball teams ahead of March Madness
March 8, 2025
The team scrimmages during practice to prepare for the upcoming preseason games.
Boys’ volleyball enters rebuilding mode
March 6, 2025
Team posing for a picture after a win at home.
Girls’ soccer season comes to an end after first CCS game in 3 years
March 6, 2025
Jeremy Lin on Time Magazine.
Linsanity sparked a legacy beyond basketball for me and others
March 4, 2025
West Valley College, on Fruitvale Avenue, is just one of the highly ranked community colleges in the area.
Community college isn’t just an alternative, it’s a logical option
March 8, 2025
Last year’s prom held on a yacht on May 18
Because of this year’s early prom, attendance may go down significantly
March 8, 2025
The rugby competition show has drastically changed my view of sports.
100-word rave: Rugby is the ultimate sport
March 8, 2025
A point of contact I definitely did not need.
100-word rant: Please don’t shake my hand
March 6, 2025
A mislaid sock here and there isn’t the worst thing.
100-word rant: Untidy bedrooms get too much hate
March 6, 2025
A plethora of email sign-offs.
Top 10: email sign-offs
March 11, 2025
The LEGO Millenium Falcon, one of the best sets of all time.
Top 10 LEGO Sets
March 9, 2025
I love how the fog comes in and out of view.
The magic of misty mornings
March 9, 2025
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Spotify Premium is worth the cost
March 6, 2025
Imagine tripping on the ground after pulling on a push door.
Top ten: ways to lose aura at school
March 6, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Kavita Sundaram

Baking: A pandemic escape turned professional

Kavita Sundaram
May 24, 2022

Student pianist builds finesse and sense of community through job at local Catholic church

Kavita Sundaram
March 31, 2022

‘Icks’ to get you over that not-so-special someone

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
February 6, 2022

The ‘Harry Potter 20-Year Reunion’: A creative take on the nostalgia genre

Kavita Sundaram and Derek Hsu
February 4, 2022
Halloween: a never-ending disaster

Halloween: a never-ending disaster

Kavita Sundaram
October 17, 2021
Top 10 underrated Taylor Swift songs from two certified Swifties

Top 10 underrated Taylor Swift songs from two certified Swifties

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
October 13, 2021
So far Advisory period isn’t effective at giving advice

So far Advisory period isn’t effective at giving advice

Kavita Sundaram and Ben Li
October 2, 2021
‘Solar Power’: a breath of fresh air

‘Solar Power’: a breath of fresh air

Kavita Sundaram
September 10, 2021
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Netflix doc takes aim at college admissions scandal

Kavita Sundaram and Nicole Lu
May 13, 2021
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Milk needs to be canceled

Kavita Sundaram
May 6, 2021
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Sporting events can be superspreader events

Kavita Sundaram
March 29, 2021
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Lowell’s switch to lottery system is necessary but may not be entirely effective

Kavita Sundaram
March 26, 2021
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Pennsylvania middle school teacher rightfully suspended over possible involvement in Capitol riots

Kavita Sundaram
March 22, 2021

Inspired by TikTok, I went on a picnic with homemade food

Kavita Sundaram
March 21, 2021
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Outreach commission preps virtual Speak Up For Change event

Avani Kongetira, Lihi Shoshani, and Kavita Sundaram
January 17, 2021
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Third-party delivery services falsely boast success for restaurants

Kavita Sundaram
January 13, 2021
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Saratoga alumna continues journalism through a blog

Kaasha Minocha and Kavita Sundaram
January 11, 2021
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Extreme anti-cheating methods only fuel anxiety in online school

Kavita Sundaram
December 12, 2020
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Sophomore rises up to challenging position of varsity polo goalie

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
December 3, 2020
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Mail-in ballots don’t lead to more fraud

Kavita Sundaram
December 1, 2020
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Becoming a chef in quarantine

Kavita Sundaram
December 1, 2020
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International boarding schools become reality for some SHS students during COVID-19

Kavita Sundaram and Nika Bagherian
October 18, 2020
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Presidential debates must be kept in check

Kavita Sundaram
October 18, 2020
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Pandemic or not, standardized tests are out of date and should be dumped

Kavita Sundaram
October 12, 2020
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Team begins practices in hopes of a winter season

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
October 12, 2020
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Halloween in lockdown: a gift in disguise

Kavita Sundaram
October 11, 2020
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Athletes adjust to summer, fall practice limitations

Kavita Sundaram
September 17, 2020
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ASB plans virtual events in hopes of keeping students engaged

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
September 14, 2020
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First-week review: School-wide modules contain valuable information with potential of being successful

Kavita Sundaram
September 6, 2020
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Random, useless conversations are underrated

Kavita Sundaram
September 4, 2020
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T-Ping: a tactless, terrible time waster

Kavita Sundaram
April 15, 2020
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Kavita Sundaram
April 14, 2020
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Tricks are for dogs, not cats

Kavita Sundaram
April 9, 2020
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Increased levels of stress and trauma create high levels of compassion fatigue in schools

Kavita Sundaram
April 1, 2020
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Social distancing: a lonesome practice or a time to focus on oneself?

Kavita Sundaram
March 31, 2020
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Student band The Firecrackers explodes into the local music scene

Kavita Sundaram and Krithi Sankar
March 27, 2020

Junie B. Jones: the ultimate childhood classic

Kavita Sundaram
March 12, 2020

Health officials must act faster a to combat potential epidemics like coronavirus

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
February 11, 2020

Boys’ lacrosse: taking initiative to prep for vigorous season

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
February 10, 2020

Team suffers injuries but maintains morale through season’s end

Kavita Sundaram and Anjali Nuggehalli
February 10, 2020
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Life360 and similar tracking apps are double-edged swords

Rohan Kumar and Kavita Sundaram
January 13, 2020

Key outside forward tears ACL

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Queen’s Christmas tree farm: the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit

Anjali Nuggehlli and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Mosh pitting: dangerous and now banned at dances

Sofia Jones and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Teachers should minimize paper waste by printing less

Kavita Sundaram
December 8, 2019

Girls’ volleyball aims to end season on a high note

Kavita Sundaram and Serena Li
October 28, 2019

Girls’ water polo looks to bounce back next year

Kavita Sundaram and Jonathan Li
October 28, 2019

Taking a chance in a new country

Kavita Sundaram
October 28, 2019

Ignorance is bliss — except for when it comes to my name

Kavita Sundaram
October 17, 2019

Willow Smith: A bold voice in a sea of monotony

Kavita Sundaram
October 16, 2019

Speech and debate: team overhaul continues

Serena Li and Kavita Sundaram
September 22, 2019

TLC encourages sense of community, provides alternative learning environment

Kavita Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
September 19, 2019

Ten-minute workouts: the secret to model-worthy Instagram abs?

Jeanette Zhou and Kavita Sundaram
September 12, 2019
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