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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 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
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Free speech is censored in certain countries
Analysis: Censorship to the point of murder, courtesy of two world powers
February 28, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025

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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