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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Nitya Marimuthu

District should protect the county, not force teachers back prematurely

Nitya Marimuthu
March 8, 2021

Decade in review: a look back at our favorite sports moments

Jonathan Li and Nitya Marimuthu
February 23, 2021
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Uncut sports see high levels of students enrolling to fulfill PE credits

Nitya Marimuthu
December 4, 2020
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ICAC officers settle on virtual showcase for annual Bombay in the Bay performance

Nitya Marimuthu
December 3, 2020
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The toxic two-party system has wreaked disaster upon U.S. politics

Nitya Marimuthu
September 23, 2020
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To fight urgent obstacles, U.S. needs to turn its gaze outwards

Nitya Marimuthu
September 17, 2020
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Netflix show perpetuates stereotypes in failed attempt to relate to Indian-Americans

Nitya Marimuthu
May 21, 2020
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Seniors will pick up diplomas in drive-through graduation ceremony June 1

Nitya Marimuthu
May 10, 2020
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Stimulus plan has the right idea but the wrong execution

Nitya Marimuthu
April 29, 2020
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Former SHS principal passes away due to complications from COVID-19

Nitya Marimuthu
April 19, 2020
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Alumni participate in videos on YouTube channel Jubilee

Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2020

Fitness apps have the right idea but lack the miracle transformations they claim

Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2020

‘Run, hide, defend’ is out of date and must be updated for better safety

Nitya Marimuthu
February 6, 2020

Rising conflicts expose political inadequacies in students

Nitya Marimuthu
January 24, 2020

Dance and Verma to run at state championship meet

Nitya Marimuthu
November 25, 2019
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Girls’ cross country team finishes season with high morale and a strong sense of camaraderie

Nitya Marimuthu
November 22, 2019

Ten tips to begin running on your own

Nitya Marimuthu
November 20, 2019

Losing a family member leads to realizations about the value of life and relationships

Nitya Marimuthu
November 20, 2019
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Traditional Thanksgiving turkey takes tremendous twist

Nitya Marimuthu and Kaitlyn Tsai
November 18, 2019

Should juniors respect so-called senior parking spots?

Jayne Zhou and Nitya Marimuthu
October 17, 2019

Administration misused authority to shut down and forcibly change student-run ‘toga confessions’ page

Manasi Garg and Nitya Marimuthu
October 17, 2019

After successful Crystal performance, boys’ cross country gears up for future meets

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
October 16, 2019

Lynbrook was right to fire Persky, the judge who was recalled as a result of the Brock Turner case

Nitya Marimuthu and Esther Luan
October 9, 2019

Identification cards contain reforms that aim to address student mental health

Brandon Wang and Nitya Marimuthu
September 10, 2019

Seeking to catch coaches’ attention, student athletes attend summer camps

Nitya Marimuthu and Sina Salehi
September 10, 2019

Boys’ cross country team hopes to cross previous obstacles unscathed

Sina Salehi and Nitya Marimuthu
September 9, 2019

Pop the bubble: get an internship and experience real life

Nitya Marimuthu
May 29, 2019

Are the stigmas surrounding teenage drivers justified?

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
May 24, 2019

The ‘team’ aspect of playing an individual sport

Nitya Marimuthu
May 23, 2019

The transition between being a player to leading a team

Nitya Marimuthu
May 20, 2019

Speedy seven sprint through CCS semis

Allison Hartley and Nitya Marimuthu
May 17, 2019
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Athletes achieve personal records at end-of-the season qualifying meets

Allison Hartley and Nitya Marimuthu
May 2, 2019

Young track star: Dance making large strides

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Leadership students visit senior center, hear speech by politician

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

Outreach commission works with Stanford on annual blood drive

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
April 3, 2019

The cheating dilemma: Students take homework ‘help’ to a new level

Edwin Chen and Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2019

Gingerly taking on a dessert challenge

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
March 27, 2019
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Six contestants will compete in Mr. Saratoga

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Work on WASC begins

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
February 14, 2019

Track team is hopeful for upcoming season

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
February 13, 2019

Smart is shallow

Nitya Marimuthu
February 12, 2019

Don’t be jelly, we ruined mac and cheese

Neeti Badve and Nitya Marimuthu
January 28, 2019

Notable alumni: Mark Kvamme takes VC company to the midwest

Nitya Marimuthu
December 12, 2018

Substitute to fill in for counselor

Nitya Marimuthu and Kaitlyn Tsai
December 12, 2018

Giving Tree gives chance to help others during the holidays

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018
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Freshman duet wins Saratoga idol

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
December 12, 2018

Younger siblings get the scoop

Nitya Marimuthu
December 10, 2018

Seniors connect to elementary schoolers in annual ‘Toga reads’

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 30, 2018
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Lucid dreaming: Students shape experiences behind closed eyes

Nitya Marimuthu and Kevin Sze
October 29, 2018

‘The Hate U Give’: A beautiful, moving story about police brutality in America

Nitya Marimuthu and Neeti Badve
October 29, 2018

Spirit commission branches out with new Halloween event

Jun Lee and Nitya Marimuthu
October 29, 2018

Kardash captures first as girls’ cross country competes at Lynbrook

Nitya Marimuthu
September 27, 2018

Restrooms remodeled after Leadership class, administration act on complaints

Nitya Marimuthu and Jun Lee
September 25, 2018
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Equity team organizes Breaking Down the Walls week

Nitya Marimuthu and Emilie Zhou
September 25, 2018
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Veteran teachers adjust to new classrooms

Nitya Marimuthu and Howard Tang
September 24, 2018

Math acceleration speeds to new levels

Nitya Marimuthu
April 1, 2018
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