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The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
During the summer of 2026, the music department will be traveling to perform in Japan.
Music department to tour Japan in summer of 2026
April 3, 2025
“Morning Sun” stars a small but powerful cast of three actresses.
‘Morning Sun,’ ‘Sylvia’ and ‘146 Point Flame’: Seniors wrap up their four years in Drama with individual productions
April 2, 2025
Students studying for physics, math and computer science competitions
Students fuel their academic passions with Olympiad competitions
March 27, 2025
MAP 11 students outside of Warner Bros. Studios
MAP 11 students explore the film wonders of LA
March 27, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Kinoshita films a fight scene for her college sophomore-year passion project, “The Veil” — her first time as Director of Photography
Stories that matter: Alumna pursues cinematography to inspire through storytelling
April 2, 2025
Will students ever fully regain lost ground?
The lasting impact of pandemic learning loss: How COVID-19 reshaped education for a generation
April 1, 2025
The movie mixes elements of action and emotion throughout the story
‘Ne Zha 2’ is a cinematic masterpiece that redefines animation
March 31, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
President Riley Adler demonstrates yoga moves on the March 20 meeting, focused on the benefits of the practice.
Sports Medicine Club strives to teach athletes to be more aware of their body
March 26, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 2025
Nationwide voter turnout since 2002, blue is presidential, yellow is midterm
Sagging voter participation puts democracy at risk
March 22, 2025
Cutting the tree of the Department of Education in half.
DOGE’s cuts for educational programs cause instability and loss of research confidence
March 19, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
Students take a test in Mrs. Marks’ Spanish 3 class.
Spanish teacher Stephanie Marks connects language learning to current events
April 2, 2025
Courtesy of NOW Toronto
Why I fell for Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR’s collaboration
April 2, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Anshu Siripurapu
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Looking back: high school in 20-20

Anshu Siripurapu
April 28, 2012

Students reveal their inner divas at Saratoga Idol

Anshu Siripurapu and Ashley Tang
March 30, 2012
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Change at the helm: Anderson stepping down as principal, moving to District Office at end of school year

Anshu Siripurapu
January 23, 2012

Students discover their eco-footprint by keeping trash

Anshu Siripurapu
December 8, 2011

Audit: District can see big savings in energy usage

Anshu Siripurapu
December 5, 2011

The melting classroom: foreign students share home experiences

Anshu Siripurapu
September 22, 2011

Board considers re-evaluating policy of McAfee use to better balance community and commercial interests

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Board considers re-evaluating policy of McAfee use to better balance community and commercial interests

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Causes of the budget crisis

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Causes of the budget crisis

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Music department prepares for pancake breakfast, end of the year

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Music department prepares for pancake breakfast, end of the year

Anshu Siripurapu
April 26, 2011

Congress’ reluctance to address the source of the deficit may prove disastrous

Anshu Siripurapu
March 27, 2011
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SHS musicians head to Carnegie Hall

Anshu Siripurapu
February 28, 2011
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Board to vote on parcel tax measure

Anshu Siripurapu
January 24, 2011

Boys’ soccer team looks forward after going undefeated in pre-season games

Anshu Siripurapu
January 7, 2011

In-state tuition for illegal immigrants the right decision by court

Anshu Siripurapu
January 6, 2011

Grad goes from the classroom to the Marine Corps

Anshu Siripurapu
January 6, 2011

Marching band rained out in finals

Justine Huang and Anshu Siripurapu
December 7, 2010

When the melting pot heats up…

Anoop Galivanche, Anika Jhalani, Kelly Liu, Anshu Siripurapu, and Elijah Yi
November 10, 2010

Boys’ Soccer: Same team, tougher league

Anshu Siripurapu
November 8, 2010
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Class cup hopes to boost spirit

Paul Jung and Anshu Siripurapu
November 6, 2010

Cyberbullying: The Internet allows bullies to be meaner than ever

Paul Jung and Anshu Siripurapu
November 1, 2010

Rain contributes to band’s struggles in Gilroy competition

Anshu Siripurapu and Justine Huang
October 27, 2010

Wikileaks crackdown draining free speech

Anshu Siripurapu
September 30, 2010
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New students, lasting friendships

Anshu Siripurapu
September 30, 2010

Red pride, green thinking: New smart meters provide clear data on energy usage at SHS

Anshu Siripurapu
September 27, 2010

Bridging cultures in the classroom

Anshu Siripurapu
September 26, 2010

How to adjust to SHS

Anshu Siripurapu
June 6, 2010

‘Outsiders’ adjust to SHS

Anshu Siripurapu
June 4, 2010
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