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Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Students dance to the music in the moshpit on Dec. 7.
Winter Formal at Gilroy Gardens garners positive feedback
December 14, 2024
Many seniors feel frustrated with the lack of a consistent counselor.
Students last names A-F have faced struggles with guidance counselor turnovers in past two years
December 13, 2024
In recent years, an increasing number of students have applied early to college.
Class of ’25 sees an increased number of early college applicants
December 13, 2024
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
AP Physics teachers Tom Casavant and Matthew Welander discuss a change in their upcoming lesson plans.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
December 13, 2024
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.
What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?
December 13, 2024
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow
For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment
December 13, 2024
Falcons look to defend Notre Dame’s free kick during home game on Dec. 10.
Girls’ soccer defeats Notre Dame Knights 3-2, still undefeated in pre-season
December 13, 2024
49ers’ head coach and former SHS student, Kyle Shanahan, sits in grief after the team suffered a rough 24-23 loss to the Cardinals on Oct. 6.
49ers hobble through losing season
December 12, 2024
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
The use of social media allows controversial news to spread and grab the attention of more Americans than ever.
Social media fuels increasing polarization of American politics
December 13, 2024
The fast fashion industry really is Hell.
‘Brandy Hellville’ documentary reveals fast fashion as a devil in disguise
December 12, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
A super cool pineapple
Top 10: Fruits
December 14, 2024
My perfect Christmas tree where these gifts go under.
Top 10: Best Christmas Gifts
December 13, 2024
I contemplate between two different Owala FreeSip colors at Target.
My journey to find the perfect water bottle ends with Owala
December 13, 2024
Christmas music is fine no matter what season you’re in.
Christmas music can be played, shamelessly, any time of the year
December 13, 2024
The perfect place to be during Christmas.
Christmas is just horrible without snow
December 13, 2024

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All content by Kaasha Minocha
MSET Cuttlefish members pose for a team photo at their Maryland Tech Invitational during the 2020-2021 season.

A tale of two robotics engineers

Kaasha Minocha
May 10, 2022
My family and I watch the final season of “Downton Abbey” on Netflix.

Netflix’s ‘Downton Abbey’ is a must-watch

Kaasha Minocha
November 19, 2021
I debate whether to redownload and login into Instagram again.

Facebook should take real action to minimize harm for teenage girls on Instagram

Kaasha Minocha
November 18, 2021
I practice driving for my behind-the-wheel test in my mini-van.

I’m a senior and still can’t drive. We exist.

Kaasha Minocha
October 6, 2021
Senior Morgan Bettinger stands outside the NYU Stern School of Business during her college visit tour. 

College visits offer insights but are still limited

Esther Luan and Kaasha Minocha
September 20, 2021
Vanessa and Usnavi dance and sing in “In the Heights” hit number “Carnaval del Barrio.” 

‘In the Heights’: inspiring music but flat storyline

Kaasha Minocha
September 9, 2021
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Empowerment coach creates hub to inspire and increase students’ self-worth

Kaasha Minocha
May 13, 2021

Through trial and error, junior finetunes her studying methods

Kaasha Minocha
April 24, 2021
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‘Dancing with the Devil’ shares Demi Lovato’s struggle with her overdose

Kaasha Minocha
April 21, 2021
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‘Waffles and Mochi’: a brilliant, educational find for children

Kaasha Minocha
April 14, 2021
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Seniors utilize their second semester to explore new hobbies

Kaasha Minocha
March 21, 2021
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‘To All the Boys: Always and Forever’ is cliched and unrealistic

Kaasha Minocha
March 7, 2021
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Robotics team wins top two awards, qualifies for regionals

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
March 4, 2021
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Books in 2021: a reading marathon

Kaasha Minocha
January 14, 2021
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Robotics: Paused in-person cohorts lead to new challenges, opportunities

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
January 14, 2021
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Saratoga alumna continues journalism through a blog

Kaasha Minocha and Kavita Sundaram
January 11, 2021
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In light of uncertainty surrounding pandemic, ICAC officers propose alternative plans for a delayed Bombay in the Bay

Kaasha Minocha
November 20, 2020
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Climbing to the ultimate goal: summiting Mount Shasta

Kaasha Minocha and Anjali Nuggehalli
November 20, 2020
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Dog proves to be the gift that keeps on giving

Kaasha Minocha
November 20, 2020
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M-SET outreach team members create English videos for students in rural India

Kaasha Minocha
October 16, 2020
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Senior organizes virtual neuroscience summer camps for elementary school students

Kaasha Minocha and Anjali Nuggehalli
October 10, 2020
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Kaasha Minocha
October 8, 2020
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Junior starts non-profit organization to spread happiness through singing

Kaasha Minocha
September 5, 2020
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Robotics team mentors Argonaut Elementary students through virtual software summer program

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
September 5, 2020
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Quarantine helps reporters develop healthy habits and fun self-care tasks

Kaasha Minocha and Hannah Lee
August 29, 2020
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Administration and senior class office plan to hold in-person prom in December

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
May 22, 2020
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Junior uses art to depict the impacts on COVID-19 on daily life

Kaasha Minocha
April 16, 2020
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Maybe I’m the new Gordon Ramsay?

Kaasha Minocha
April 14, 2020
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M-SET mentors and students print and deliver 3-D-printed face shields to local hospitals

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
April 11, 2020
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Administration looks for temporary locations for robotics to relocate to during renovations

Michael Wong, Bill Yuan, and Kaasha Minocha
April 1, 2020

Freshman develops her basketball skills, becomes leader of the JV girls’ basketball team

Kaasha Minocha
March 6, 2020

Male students share experiences of pursuing stereotypically female activities

Kaasha Minocha and Kaitlyn Tsai
March 6, 2020
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As build season comes to a close, M-SET preps for competitions

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
March 5, 2020

BNB proceeds will go toward ending child marriage in India

Selena Liu, Viraaj Reddi, and Kaasha Minocha
February 6, 2020

Althea: a modern solution for sexual assault victims

Kaasha Minocha and Andrew Li
January 27, 2020
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Senior who sang at Carnegie Hall recalls her perfect pitch experiences

Kaasha Minocha
January 26, 2020

Yikes, look away: Students reminisce and regret Old Navy outfits

Kaasha Minocha
January 22, 2020

Rational and irrational fears leave students to cope with intense anxiety and stress

Kaasha Minocha
January 22, 2020

Robotics scrimmage provides rewarding experience

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
November 20, 2019

IoT club works on a long-term project, teaches elementary schoolers

Shreya Katkere and Kaasha Minocha
November 20, 2019

More vending machines with healthy offerings implemented around campus

Esther Luan and Kaasha Minocha
November 15, 2019

Services help students with learning disabilities

Kaasha Minocha
November 15, 2019

M-SET spreads STEM to Argonaut Elementary students through mentoring program

Andy Chen and Kaasha Minocha
October 17, 2019

100 Word Rants

Kaitlyn Tsai, Kaasha Minocha, Manasi Garg, and Leo Cao
October 17, 2019

Grace, poise and perseverance: Indian classical dancers share their unique experiences

Kaasha Minocha and Shama Gupta
October 14, 2019

Viewers saddened by Disney Channel star’s early death

Kaasha Minocha and Harshini Velchamy
September 16, 2019

Catching Enough Z’s: Students transition from their summer sleep schedule back to school

Kaasha Minocha
September 9, 2019
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Maseratis for Munchkins: M-SET Robotics builds toy cars for toddlers

Kaasha Minocha
September 9, 2019

Alumna Ginestet-Araki returns to school after 12 years

Kaasha Minocha and Anna Novoselov
September 9, 2019
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