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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
Acting superintendent Heath Rocha speaks during the Nov. 12 board meeting.
New concerns arise over former superintendent Sanderson’s 2022 hiring
November 20, 2024
The flyer for this year’s Winter Formal hangs up around school and is posted on social media.
Tickets for Winter Formal sell out before purchase window closes
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
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
Here’s why you should vote against Prop 34.
Prop 34’s devious methods target non-profits
October 30, 2024
Please let me understand my mistakes.
100-word rant: Let me use the answer key to check my work
October 28, 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 Nupur Maheshwari

As the field turns: softball players are overcoming problems early in the year

Nupur Maheshwari and Olivia Lu
March 29, 2016

Softball team strengthens bonds

Nupur Maheshwari and Olivia Lu
February 8, 2016

High heels and haute couture

Nupur Maheshwari and Eleanor Goh
November 26, 2015

Cross country team works through injuries

Nupur Maheshwari and Tiffany Zheng
October 26, 2015

Pickard and Law set pace for cross country team in early meets

Nupur Maheshwari and Tiffany Zheng
September 18, 2015

Juniors spearhead environmental trip to Costa Rica

Nupur Maheshwari and Navin Tiwary
September 18, 2015

Saratoga Youth Commission concludes a busy year

Summer Smith and Nupur Maheshwari
April 23, 2015

Saratoga Falcon wins Gold Crown, Pacemaker for 2013-2014 year

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
April 22, 2015

Freshman additions to the team provide new perspectives

Summer Smith and Nupur Maheshwari
March 16, 2015

School to hold biennial Career Day event

Nupur Maheshwari and Dorrie Tang
January 29, 2015

Robotics builds on previous season’s strengths

Michelle Leung and Nupur Maheshwari
January 29, 2015

Senior reflects on year in Pakistan

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
January 20, 2015

Athletic trainer sees rewards in profession

Caitlin Ju and Nupur Maheshwari
January 20, 2015

Recent budget cuts prompt sports teams to fundraise

Caitlin Ju, Nupur Maheshwari, and Gitika Nalwa
December 17, 2014

Girls’ water polo loses at CCS quarterfinals

Gitika Nalwa and Nupur Maheshwari
November 18, 2014

Politics entices younger generation

Nupur Maheshwari and Summer Smith
November 10, 2014

Longtime lunch lady Diane Ray has made 60,000 sandwiches in 21 years

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
October 12, 2014

Boys’ water polo fighting to keep heads above water after string of losses

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 12, 2014

Junior singer recounts her journey to Carnegie Hall

Nupur Maheshwari
September 9, 2014

Measure E bond opens doors for school renovations

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
September 9, 2014

City beautifies Prospect Road

Nupur Maheshwari, Deepthi Sampathkumar, and Fiona Sequeira
September 3, 2014

SUSD adopts Common Core math track, concerning some parents

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
May 24, 2014

Prom bracket system smashes self-confidence of teen girls

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
May 22, 2014

Strong finish to the track season

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari
May 2, 2014

Junior finds passion in making rap music

Arjun Ramanathan and Nupur Maheshwari
May 1, 2014

Teachers annoyed by students’ grade grubbing

Nupur Maheshwari and Sweeya Raj
May 1, 2014

Breakthrough for Project SEED

Nupur Maheshwari and Anant Rajeev
April 30, 2014

Seniors scramble for P.E. credits

Helen Chen and Nupur Maheshwari
March 28, 2014

Track: Team looks to bounce back after rough season

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari
March 28, 2014

ASB ratifies constitution, looks to clear up misconceptions

Nupur Maheshwari and Megana Iyer
March 9, 2014

Madhani, Renda earn highest academic honors

Aditya Chaudhry and Nupur Maheshwari
March 6, 2014

Sophomore finds passion in fencing

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
March 6, 2014

Class Clown brightens peers’ days

Nupur Maheshwari
March 1, 2014

WASC to visit school, certify accreditation

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
March 1, 2014

Sophomore looks back on life changing trip to Africa

Nupur Maheshwari
January 31, 2014

Students celebrate Year of the Horse

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
January 31, 2014
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Leadership puts on 2nd Speak up for Change week

Megana Iyer and Nupur Maheshwari
January 28, 2014

Brain behind the coxswain

Gwynevere Hunger and Nupur Maheshwari
January 28, 2014
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Rally Commission searches for answers

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
January 17, 2014

Mexican exchange students experience SHS culture

Melissa Magner and Nupur Maheshwari
November 19, 2013

Questions about ‘Ask’

Aditya Chaudhry and Nupur Maheshwari
November 14, 2013

Losing her mom to cancer teaches sophomore how to be positive and thankful for life

Nupur Maheshwari
November 7, 2013

ASB works to change school constitution

Megana Iyer and Nupur Maheshwari
November 7, 2013

Alumni share their experience with college scholarships

Nupur Maheshwari and Vibha Seshadri
November 4, 2013

Falcon staffers crowned Homecoming royalty

Gwynevere Hunger, Nupur Maheshwari, and Gitika Nalwa
October 14, 2013

Bombay in the Bay moved to earlier date

Nupur Maheshwari and Vibha Seshadri
October 10, 2013

Students show commitment to out-of-school athletics

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 8, 2013

Prejudices against Indians emerge with selection of new Miss America

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 3, 2013

Falcon Focus: junior Jack McCarthy creates his own theatre program, GIFT

Nupur Maheshwari and Melissa Magner
October 1, 2013

New Student: Shreya Ingle

Nupur Maheshwari
September 4, 2013

‘Face to face’ campaign improves school dances

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
August 31, 2013

ASB pushes for better club process and positive culture in school

Megana Iyer and Nupur Maheshwari
August 31, 2013
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