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The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.
Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
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
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
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 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
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 Sanj Nalwa

Is it impractical to major in philosophy? Recent grad, now at Stanford, doesn’t think so: A look at Saratoga’s cultural and academic imbalance

Sanj Nalwa
December 11, 2013

Modern music has lost focus

Sanj Nalwa
December 6, 2013

Supplementals cause students unnecessary stress

Sanj Nalwa
October 29, 2013

Putting food in the communist locker: Social experiment scores low marks

Sanj Nalwa and Nelson Wang
October 29, 2013

Junior runs his way to the top

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
September 23, 2013

ASB rejuvenates for the new school year

Sanj Nalwa
June 2, 2013

Honors to be omitted at graduation

Sanj Nalwa and Helen Wong
May 23, 2013
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ASB getting tough on clubs

Jay Mulye and Sanj Nalwa
May 7, 2013
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WASC to review school in 2014

Sanj Nalwa and Michelle Leung
April 30, 2013

Spring fling week full of festivities

Amy Jan, Jay Mulye, and Sanj Nalwa
April 3, 2013

Alumni reflect on previously offered sewing class

Sanj Nalwa
March 26, 2013

Saratoga radio offers students medium of advertising

Sanj Nalwa
March 20, 2013

Alumni reflect on previously offered sewing class

Sanj Nalwa and Bruce Lou
March 20, 2013

Weird study habits of the wise

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
March 20, 2013

Student embraces love for fashion

Cristina Curcelli and Sanj Nalwa
February 4, 2013

Country band performs for MAP fundraiser

Sanj Nalwa
February 4, 2013

Software team integral to robotics team’s success

Sanj Nalwa
February 2, 2013

‘Lincoln’: It was all right

Sanj Nalwa
December 16, 2012

Birth of a sports fan

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
December 7, 2012

The few, the proud, the ROTC

Sanj Nalwa
December 7, 2012

Field hockey strives for more wins after disappointing losses

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
October 27, 2012

Bui vs Stanford blood donation lawsuit

Sanj Nalwa and Arman Vaziri
October 23, 2012
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SHS grads set their sights on film and stage success

Sanj Nalwa
October 22, 2012

Has ‘bubble’ shielded Saratoga students from economic woes?

Sanj Nalwa and Rohan Hardikar
September 26, 2012
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SHS drops in magazine’s public school ranking

Arman Vaziri and Sanj Nalwa
September 19, 2012

School pressures cause many students to seek tutoring

Sanj Nalwa
September 19, 2012

Bruno contributes to girls’ field hockey team

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
September 19, 2012
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Students launch website to inform teens about politics

Minu Palaniappan and Sanj Nalwa
September 13, 2012
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College trends: Seniors share their experiences

Sanj Nalwa
May 11, 2012
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I died today: Drunk driving simulation teaches responsibility

Grace Ma and Sanj Nalwa
May 8, 2012
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The last stretch: Seniors reminisce over high school experiences and share plans for the future

Sanj Nalwa
April 25, 2012

Why do you love sports?

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
April 11, 2012

Falcons continue dominance in El Camino League, fall to Sacred Heart Cathedral in CCS

Sanj Nalwa
April 5, 2012

School allows double AP English enrollment

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
March 14, 2012

District follows November election, considers contingency plans if Brown’s plan fails

Edward Dong, Joanna Lee, and Sanj Nalwa
March 10, 2012

Teacher discovers love for the language of love early on

Sanj Nalwa
March 6, 2012

The case against affirmative action in college admissions

Grace Ma and Sanj Nalwa
March 6, 2012
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Coming to America: English teacher’s journey from Vietnam to SHS

Sanj Nalwa
March 3, 2012

Falcons fly high in win over Matadors

Sanj Nalwa
February 28, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Bring on CCS

Sanj Nalwa
February 1, 2012

Eshoo’s kids: Youth from around the Bay Area gather to advise congresswoman

Sanj Nalwa
January 29, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Sophomore excels with older competition

Sanj Nalwa
January 18, 2012

Can the language you speak at home be foreign to you?

Sanj Nalwa
January 12, 2012

Small size of French program does not hamper students’ enthusiasm

Sanj Nalwa
January 10, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Team fired up from Firebirds Tourney

Sanj Nalwa
January 10, 2012

Middle College: Where young adults thrive

Sanj Nalwa
December 9, 2011

MAP seniors make movie about teenage stress

Sanj Nalwa
November 18, 2011

Nothin’ but net: girls’ basketball has high hopes for season

Sanj Nalwa
November 17, 2011

Leadership plans fun events for school

Vivian LeTran and Sanj Nalwa
November 10, 2011

Senior finds his sport in archery

Sanj Nalwa
November 9, 2011

Boutique to kick off holiday season

Sanj Nalwa and Edward Dong
November 7, 2011
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Senior quad day: wonderland, 2012

Sanj Nalwa
October 16, 2011

Senior quad day: Wonderland, 2012

Sanj Nalwa
October 16, 2011
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New district superintendent announced

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 15, 2011

Attendance office hires new secretary

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 14, 2011

The story behind the seniors’ quad day performance

Sanj Nalwa
October 9, 2011
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Sophomore comes to Saratoga from boarding school

Sanj Nalwa
October 6, 2011

Trip to Thailand enriches history teacher’s perspective

Sanj Nalwa
October 3, 2011
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Falcon Focus: Spicin’ it up with Mrs. A’s Famous Salsa Buena

Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011
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Matsuoka becomes superintendent in Milpitas, district seeks new leader

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011

Memories from 9/11: from across the Hudson

Sanj Nalwa
September 4, 2011
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Head night custodian Ever Guzman named classified employee of the year

Sanj Nalwa
September 3, 2011
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