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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 Abhishek Venkataramana

Inaugural science bowl team exceeds meager expectations

Abhishek Venkataramana
February 5, 2011

Speech and Debate team shows promise for upcoming season

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
January 3, 2011
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Receiver Guengerich wins prestigious 49er player of the week award

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 20, 2010
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Science Club creates Science Bowl team

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010
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Tennis star recruited by Northwestern

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 14, 2010

Mock trial prepares for competitions

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 8, 2010

Falcons, plagued by turnovers, face undefeated Vikings in a ‘must-win’ game

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
November 8, 2010

Mock Trial welcomes new and returning members, Hugh Roberts back as coach

Abhishek Venkataramana and Vijay Menon
October 22, 2010

Speech and debate shows promise for upcoming season

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 22, 2010

Senior recalls World Cup experience

Roy Bisht and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 15, 2010

Speech and debate prepping for new season

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 23, 2010

Falcons open up their passing attack

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 22, 2010

Freshman wins big at science fair

Anoop Galivanche and Abhishek Venkataramana
June 6, 2010

Cracking the code: the hiring process at SHS

Anoop Galivanche and Abhishek Venkataramana
April 5, 2010

Dems cannot take shortcuts on passing health care reform

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
March 19, 2010

Staff editorial: Restrictions on viewing graded tests undermine learning

Vijay Menon, Anoop Galivanche, Uttara Sivaram, Abhishek Venkataramana, and Jason Wu
February 24, 2010
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Current weight room once housed the auto shop

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
February 3, 2010

Quiz Bowl team to compete on ‘Quiz Kids’ TV show

Abhishek Venkataramana
January 31, 2010

Junior expert on fantasy football describes the tricks of his trade

Girish Swaminath and Abhishek Venkataramana
January 28, 2010

Rio de Janeiro fit to host 2016 Olympics

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
November 19, 2009

Speech and debate: Novice tournament yields promising results

Saniha Shankar and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 30, 2009

Obama must exercise caution in crafting Guantanamo Bay exit plan

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 27, 2009

Math teacher draws inspiration from running

Vijay Menon and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 27, 2009

Speech and debate starts coming together

Saniha Shankar and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 16, 2009

Football: Falcons looking to prove they belong in the “A” League

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 16, 2009

Falcons looking to prove they belong in the “A” league

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 14, 2009

“White Chocolate Thunder” wins March Madness

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Anaamalai
April 15, 2009

Students perform well at Synopsis science fair

Abhishek Venkataramana
April 15, 2009

Students win awards at science championship

Abhishek Venkataramana
April 14, 2009

Speech and debate competes at Stanford

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
February 12, 2009

Mock Trial competes in Santa Clara competition

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
February 12, 2009

Court of Dreams

Abhishek Venkataramana and Jenny Zhang
February 9, 2009

Mock Trial competes at first scrimmage

Abhishek Venkataramana and Saniha Shankar
January 23, 2009

Boys’ basketball begins new season with hard work

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 12, 2008

Mock trial holds first full run-through

Abhishek Venkataramana
December 11, 2008

Speech and debate hosts novice tournament

Abhishek Venkataramana
December 11, 2008

Football: Falcons fall to Wilcox in final seconds, knocking team out of CCS contention

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
November 17, 2008

Hard work pays off for speech and debate team

Abhishek Venkataramana
November 3, 2008

Football looking to make CCS

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annamalai
November 3, 2008

Oral interpretation class holds “Scary Story” night

Nandini Ruparel and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 30, 2008

Final mock trial team picked

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 27, 2008

Vikings plunder Falcons due to weak Falcon passing game

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 22, 2008

SHS Constitution undergoes revision

Anna Shen and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 21, 2008

Football succeeds despite injury-plagued season

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 16, 2008

Falcons crush Los Altos due to thriving Wing T offense

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
October 8, 2008

Football crushes Los Altos due to thriving Wing T offense

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 7, 2008

Football shines in home opener vs. Westmont, winning 27-13

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 1, 2008

Falcons hope to build off of last season’s success

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
September 18, 2008

Falcons hope to build off of last season’s success

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
September 18, 2008

Falcons shut out in season opener due to 6 turnovers

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 11, 2008
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