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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
Zinman (bottom right) poses with Tufts’ Mock Trial team.
Serendipity: Alumnus finds national success in Mock Trial in his first year
March 4, 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
Jeremy Lin on Time Magazine.
Linsanity sparked a legacy beyond basketball for me and others
March 4, 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
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

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All content by Girish Swaminath

Falcon and Talisman editors-in-chief announced

Girish Swaminath
May 5, 2010

Mining safety in China is inexcusable

Anoop Galivanche and Girish Swaminath
April 30, 2010

Boys’ golf team goes through ups and downs

Girish Swaminath
April 5, 2010

Alumni offer perspectives on their college experiences

Lillian Chen and Girish Swaminath
April 5, 2010

Junior recalls his childhood in Europe

Girish Swaminath
April 5, 2010

Learning to drive at 16 just makes more sense

Girish Swaminath
April 5, 2010

Four-car accident leads to more awareness of ‘year rule’

Girish Swaminath
February 22, 2010
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Recent failed terrorist attack attempt serves as national wake-up call

Girish Swaminath
February 10, 2010

Finals before break not so bad, especially for students

Girish Swaminath and Brandon Yang
February 1, 2010

Junior expert on fantasy football describes the tricks of his trade

Girish Swaminath and Abhishek Venkataramana
January 28, 2010

Speaker delivers the latest on 3D technology and 3D TV

Girish Swaminath
December 10, 2009

Shocking crimes against children deserve severe punishment

Girish Swaminath
December 10, 2009

Leadership class works to make the holiday season more inclusive of different cultures

Girish Swaminath
December 8, 2009

Astronomy and MAP classes take field trips to enhance learning

Girish Swaminath
December 7, 2009
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Leadership class goes viral with new YouTube channel

Nandini Ruparel and Girish Swaminath
December 4, 2009

Cross in Mojave Desert should be removed

Girish Swaminath
October 29, 2009

Quiz Bowl club to host first tournament

Girish Swaminath
October 28, 2009

Illegal immigration doesn’t hurt the nation

Girish Swaminath
October 17, 2009

Physics teacher finds peculiar substitute

Girish Swaminath
October 12, 2009

Social studies teacher marries over the summer

Girish Swaminath
September 14, 2009

French 1 reoffered, Japanese 1 put on the back burner

Lillian Chen and Girish Swaminath
September 9, 2009

Media must increase coverage of the Afghanistan War

Girish Swaminath
September 9, 2009

ASB and class elections concluded, used new voting system

Girish Swaminath and Tiffany Tung
May 28, 2009

Yearbook distribution delayed due to publishing messup

Girish Swaminath
May 27, 2009
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Former SHS janitor apprehended in Mexico for molestation charges

Girish Swaminath
May 21, 2009

ASB concludes elections, using new system

Girish Swaminath
May 19, 2009

Open houses assist seniors in making college decisions

Karthik Sreedhara and Girish Swaminath
April 27, 2009

College admissions rates down

Karthik Sreedhara and Girish Swaminath
April 16, 2009
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Jazz Cabaret a success

Girish Swaminath and Tiffany Tung
March 12, 2009

Economics, government subjects should merge into single year-long course

Emily Chen and Girish Swaminath
March 10, 2009

Tutorial center to undergo changes

Girish Swaminath and Uma Sambasivam
January 27, 2009

Top ten things President-elect Barack Obama needs to do

Rahul Thakker and Girish Swaminath
January 23, 2009

Average Joe should not be president

Girish Swaminath
November 20, 2008

New student from Australia joins Saratoga High community

Girish Swaminath
November 17, 2008

Assistant principal Safine becomes a father

Girish Swaminath
October 23, 2008

New guidance counselor comes to Saratoga

Girish Swaminath
September 17, 2008

New English teacher joins Saratoga ‘bubble’

Girish Swaminath
September 17, 2008

New guidance couselor comes to Saratoga

Girish Swaminath
September 12, 2008

New College and Career Center Assistant and Guidance Secretary Joins Staff

Girish Swaminath
September 10, 2008
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