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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
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 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
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 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
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 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
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

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All content by Gitika Nalwa

Bell schedule debate: Where do we go from here?

Gitika Nalwa, Katherine Sun, and Rachel Zhang
February 13, 2016

Smoke and ashes

Gitika Nalwa
April 16, 2015

Block schedule draws praise, criticism

Caitlin Ju and Gitika Nalwa
March 5, 2015

Cupertino bakery doesn’t live up to glowing reviews

Miles Albert and Gitika Nalwa
January 22, 2015

Heads up! Former student returns as substitute teacher

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
January 20, 2015

Orchestra travels to Chicago to perform in high-level conference

Gitika Nalwa and Saya Sivaram
January 20, 2015

Recent budget cuts prompt sports teams to fundraise

Caitlin Ju, Nupur Maheshwari, and Gitika Nalwa
December 17, 2014

Falling dominoes: the path to homelessness for one couple

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
December 4, 2014

Girls’ water polo loses at CCS quarterfinals

Gitika Nalwa and Nupur Maheshwari
November 18, 2014

Common Roots revamps efforts to encourage help-seeking behavior

Rachel Hull and Gitika Nalwa
November 9, 2014

Boys’ water polo fighting to keep heads above water after string of losses

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 12, 2014

Falcon staffers gain experiences at Paly journalism conference

Gitika Nalwa and Oksana Trifonova
October 9, 2014

Class of ‘84 reunion rekindles relationships

Gitika Nalwa and Kelly Xiao
October 8, 2014

Measure E bond opens doors for school renovations

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
September 9, 2014

Sophomore reflects on older brother leaving for college

Gitika Nalwa
May 24, 2014

Battle hymn of a rising junior: reporter reflects on Chua’s book

Gitika Nalwa
May 23, 2014

Prom, then and now

Gitika Nalwa and Deepthi Sampathkumar
May 6, 2014
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Softball: Team reflects on strengths and rallies back for CCS

Gitika Nalwa and Vibha Seshadri
May 2, 2014

Close-knit team looks forward to season

Gitika Nalwa and Vibha Seshadri
March 9, 2014

June ballot to include G.O. Bond

Gitika Nalwa and Helen Wong
March 9, 2014

Participation gone amok

Gitika Nalwa
February 27, 2014

Overachieving: It’s all relative

Gitika Nalwa
February 27, 2014

Looking for a mouthwatering meal? Look no further

Gitika Nalwa
February 27, 2014

School officials looking at bond measure to fund school renovations

Gitika Nalwa and Helen Wong
February 6, 2014

Students celebrate Year of the Horse

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
January 31, 2014

Our all-too-human presidents

Gitika Nalwa
January 22, 2014

There’s no place like Holmdel

Gitika Nalwa
November 12, 2013

Vandinh family revisits past in Vietnam

Gitika Nalwa
November 10, 2013

Students volunteer over Thanksgiving break

Gitika Nalwa
November 5, 2013

Falcon staffers crowned Homecoming royalty

Gwynevere Hunger, Nupur Maheshwari, and Gitika Nalwa
October 14, 2013

Students show commitment to out-of-school athletics

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 8, 2013

Senior pursues career in arts

Gitika Nalwa and Vibha Seshadri
October 6, 2013

Dini helps principal manage school

Gitika Nalwa
October 4, 2013

Registrar Jeanne Jamieson records Falcons’ past and present

Gitika Nalwa
October 4, 2013

Prejudices against Indians emerge with selection of new Miss America

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
October 3, 2013

Administration cracks down on tardies and cuts

Gitika Nalwa and Helen Wong
September 5, 2013

Lively Lauchlin Loeffler joins Math Department

Gitika Nalwa
September 3, 2013

‘Face to face’ campaign improves school dances

Nupur Maheshwari and Gitika Nalwa
August 31, 2013

Mathsanity at SHS

Gitika Nalwa
April 3, 2013
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