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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

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All content by Anirudh Iyer

Senior Mag 2023: Fusing the music of my heritage with classical piano — how a relationship with two instruments has shaped my present and future

Anirudh Iyer
August 30, 2023

Senior Mag 2023:Football, basketball? Nah. I’ve spent months watching two more ‘out of the box’ sports

Anirudh Iyer
August 30, 2023

Senior Mag 2023: Samantha Stoiber revives rock climbing pastime, encourages friends to join in

Anirudh Iyer
June 6, 2023
Senior Mateusz Palusinski in action with junior Kali Duvvuri and sophomore Caleb Yu during the March Madness game on Mar. 15.

School March Madness tournament wraps up after a month of scintillating basketball

Anirudh Iyer
April 5, 2023
A quick summary of the rule changes for the 2023 MLB season. 

2023 MLB rule changes aim to revolutionize, reinvigorate baseball 

Anirudh Iyer
April 5, 2023
Senior Lucas Dennis standing on second base in Saratoga’s game against Del Mar

Baseball tries to build momentum, but stumbles in early-season games

Anirudh Iyer
March 15, 2023
SpeakEasy’s technology architecture

Junior develops award-winning AI-powered browser extension

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
March 15, 2023
Samsung’s tablets provide a superior value-for-money option than what Apple churns out. 

Samsung tablet represents superior value-for-money option than overhyped iPad

Anirudh Iyer
March 12, 2023
Coach Davey oversees the boys’ practice as sophomore Caleb Yu dribbles down the court.

Basketball coach Mike Davey reflects on a productive first season back, one in which he led varsity boys to CCS

Anirudh Iyer
March 11, 2023
Belenje and Pattanayak pictured together.

Athletes recount difficulties that come with pursuing high level sports

Anirudh Iyer
March 10, 2023
Featuring headline-worthy quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes of the Eagles and Chiefs respectively, this Super Bowl was an offensive battle first and foremost. 

Super Bowl LVII: a game that lived up to hyped up expectations

Anirudh Iyer
March 7, 2023
Davis poses with his golf partner at his course in San Martin.

Physics teacher pursues golf in free time

Anirudh Iyer
March 7, 2023
AMD seniors rehearse their finale dance in preparation for the show.

Bombay in the Bay practices ramp up

Anirudh Iyer and Michelle Wan
January 31, 2023
Famous sports analytics company Fivethirtyeight’s supercomputer predicts that Arsenal will win the Premier League, with the top 4 staying as it currently is.

English Premier League: a midseason report card

Anirudh Iyer
January 24, 2023
Qatar has endured a lot of scrutiny; however, this World Cup has been a success.

Qatar: fraudulent sportswasher or soccer’s new sensational spectacle?

Anirudh Iyer
December 17, 2022
Spirit week promotes holiday fervor

Spirit week promotes holiday fervor

Anirudh Iyer
December 17, 2022
Average unweighted GPAs were unnecessarily added next to sports season recaps. 

Publicizing average unweighted GPAs of sports teams serves no good purpose

Anirudh Iyer
December 13, 2022
Athletes, both pros and amateurs, often face mental health challenges

Athletes, both pros and amateurs, often face mental health challenges

Anirudh Iyer
December 5, 2022
A quick visual overview of Sunak’s background.

Rishi Sunak’s election as U.K. prime minister: putting national pride aside

Anirudh Iyer
November 17, 2022
The vegetarian meal Anirudh got in its full form.

Mediterranean cuisine: an underrated delicacy

Anirudh Iyer and Daniel Wu
November 14, 2022
Ronaldo’s goal output has fallen off a cliff in the last year or so — could this run of form signal the end of his career?

Cristiano Ronaldo: Age finally trips up soccer superstar

Anirudh Iyer
November 12, 2022
Expanded Homecoming court celebrated at football game

Expanded Homecoming court celebrated at football game

Anirudh Iyer and Shaan Sridhar
October 1, 2022
A graphical depiction of the changes in the bell schedule over the last 5 years, illustrating the yearly annual shifts in both tutorial and class lengths. 

New bell schedule is a significant improvement

Anirudh Iyer
September 30, 2022
This Premier League season has all it takes to become one for the history books.

Revamped Premier League season inspires newfound hype and interest

Anirudh Iyer
September 29, 2022
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