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Mothers of middle and high school students from across the Bay Area listen to MomsConnect 2024 panelists on Sept. 22.
Safine among panelists for non-profit Chai with Moms inaugural event
October 10, 2024
Ward talks to a representative from Hult International Business School as part of a college fair on Sept. 23
The CCC’s services are here to help students through the application process
October 5, 2024
To conserve paper and reduce the risk of cheating, College Board has made the decision to transition toward an almost fully digital testing model for their Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Changes to AP testing procedures set to take effect in 2025
October 5, 2024
“A Dark Future” currently holds three titles: Lift-off Global Network Sessions Official Selection, Official Winners of the One Earth Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest and Regeneration International Youth Film Selection.
MAP grade 11 project “A Dark Future” wins International Environmental Film Award
September 29, 2024
During their first meeting on Sept. 12, Slime Club members mix a large bowl of glue with an activator to make slime.
New Slime Club is drawing over 60 members each meeting
September 26, 2024
A screenshot of SHS Fizz where students post content ranging from academics to shower thoughts
New SHS-focused Instagram confessions page stirs concerns
October 4, 2024
The crevice is widening between the ideologies of America’s two leading parties.
Deepening political divides are fragmenting America
September 26, 2024
History classes rely on using reliable sources when discussing political events.
When politics intrude into the classroom
September 26, 2024
Big data corporations like Disney are more involved in data stealing than you may think.
Behind a curtain of ‘transparency,’ many companies process user data undercover
September 25, 2024
A name like that might just give poor X a case of torrential bullying.
Elon Musk cursed his son by naming him X æ A-xii Musk
September 24, 2024
Young NFL stars James Cook and Marvin Harrison Jr. celebrated their breakout campaigns in blowout victories.
Fantasy Football Overview Weeks 1-4: Wild breakout performances and disappointing injuries
October 5, 2024
On Aug. 24, Zhang competes in the 50-meter freestyle in the preliminary round at Junior Pan-Pacific Championships.
Talented swimmer goes to Australia to compete at 2024 Junior Pan-Pacific Championships
September 30, 2024
Freshmen Delsin Dizoglio and Kaylee Ren play physical tic-tac-toe in period 6 P.E.
New mandatory P.E. rule for freshmen goes into effect
September 29, 2024
The Falcons huddle before their first scrimmage of the season against Evergreen on Sept. 5th.
Football team sees hard work pay off as a dominant 42-7 win against the Pioneers places them 2-0 in league
September 29, 2024
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.
Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild
September 24, 2024
The balance of power at the school sites is heavily outweighed by the district.
Staff editorial: As the board levels up on district office personnel, LG and SHS staff suffer negative impacts
October 10, 2024
The Monopoly theme is a mere shadow of what it could have been.
This year’s Homecoming theme for the senior class is a major disappointment
October 10, 2024
Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in international politics.
Kamala Harris brings long-awaited and indispensable gender and ethnic representation to U.S. politics
September 30, 2024
No phone use on campus will prove to be a health and safety hazard.
Cell phones have a healthy and necessary role in schools
September 26, 2024
In the dark reality of social media, family channels have let money and fame blind them.
YouTube Family channels too often lead to child exploitation
September 24, 2024
Real-life image of my friend with AirPods while studying.
Top-10 classical music pieces to take a listen to
October 5, 2024
The library is the perfect place to work
100-word rave: A love letter to tutorials
September 26, 2024
An example of a WeTip poster depicting the impact of negative comments hangs in Meghan Laws’ English classroom.
WeTip posters aim to provide a way to report harassment, bullying and other issues
September 26, 2024
Stationery products from Muji
Top 10 best stationery brands
September 24, 2024
A paper knife is like trying to become an academic weapon — it’s not as magnificent or sustainable as it appears.
New year, new habits: I tried to become an academic weapon
September 24, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Kavita Sundaram

Baking: A pandemic escape turned professional

Kavita Sundaram
May 24, 2022

Student pianist builds finesse and sense of community through job at local Catholic church

Kavita Sundaram
March 31, 2022

‘Icks’ to get you over that not-so-special someone

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
February 6, 2022

The ‘Harry Potter 20-Year Reunion’: A creative take on the nostalgia genre

Kavita Sundaram and Derek Hsu
February 4, 2022
Halloween: a never-ending disaster

Halloween: a never-ending disaster

Kavita Sundaram
October 17, 2021
Top 10 underrated Taylor Swift songs from two certified Swifties

Top 10 underrated Taylor Swift songs from two certified Swifties

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
October 13, 2021
So far Advisory period isn’t effective at giving advice

So far Advisory period isn’t effective at giving advice

Kavita Sundaram and Ben Li
October 2, 2021
‘Solar Power’: a breath of fresh air

‘Solar Power’: a breath of fresh air

Kavita Sundaram
September 10, 2021
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Netflix doc takes aim at college admissions scandal

Kavita Sundaram and Nicole Lu
May 13, 2021
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Milk needs to be canceled

Kavita Sundaram
May 6, 2021
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Sporting events can be superspreader events

Kavita Sundaram
March 29, 2021
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Lowell’s switch to lottery system is necessary but may not be entirely effective

Kavita Sundaram
March 26, 2021
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Pennsylvania middle school teacher rightfully suspended over possible involvement in Capitol riots

Kavita Sundaram
March 22, 2021

Inspired by TikTok, I went on a picnic with homemade food

Kavita Sundaram
March 21, 2021
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Outreach commission preps virtual Speak Up For Change event

Avani Kongetira, Lihi Shoshani, and Kavita Sundaram
January 17, 2021
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Third-party delivery services falsely boast success for restaurants

Kavita Sundaram
January 13, 2021
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Saratoga alumna continues journalism through a blog

Kaasha Minocha and Kavita Sundaram
January 11, 2021
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Extreme anti-cheating methods only fuel anxiety in online school

Kavita Sundaram
December 12, 2020
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Sophomore rises up to challenging position of varsity polo goalie

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
December 3, 2020
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Mail-in ballots don’t lead to more fraud

Kavita Sundaram
December 1, 2020
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Becoming a chef in quarantine

Kavita Sundaram
December 1, 2020
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International boarding schools become reality for some SHS students during COVID-19

Kavita Sundaram and Nika Bagherian
October 18, 2020
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Presidential debates must be kept in check

Kavita Sundaram
October 18, 2020
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Pandemic or not, standardized tests are out of date and should be dumped

Kavita Sundaram
October 12, 2020
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Team begins practices in hopes of a winter season

Kavita Sundaram and Stephanie Sun
October 12, 2020
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Halloween in lockdown: a gift in disguise

Kavita Sundaram
October 11, 2020
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Athletes adjust to summer, fall practice limitations

Kavita Sundaram
September 17, 2020
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ASB plans virtual events in hopes of keeping students engaged

Avani Kongetira and Kavita Sundaram
September 14, 2020
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First-week review: School-wide modules contain valuable information with potential of being successful

Kavita Sundaram
September 6, 2020
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Random, useless conversations are underrated

Kavita Sundaram
September 4, 2020
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T-Ping: a tactless, terrible time waster

Kavita Sundaram
April 15, 2020
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Kavita Sundaram
April 14, 2020
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Tricks are for dogs, not cats

Kavita Sundaram
April 9, 2020
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Increased levels of stress and trauma create high levels of compassion fatigue in schools

Kavita Sundaram
April 1, 2020
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Social distancing: a lonesome practice or a time to focus on oneself?

Kavita Sundaram
March 31, 2020
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Student band The Firecrackers explodes into the local music scene

Kavita Sundaram and Krithi Sankar
March 27, 2020

Junie B. Jones: the ultimate childhood classic

Kavita Sundaram
March 12, 2020

Health officials must act faster a to combat potential epidemics like coronavirus

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
February 11, 2020

Boys’ lacrosse: taking initiative to prep for vigorous season

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
February 10, 2020

Team suffers injuries but maintains morale through season’s end

Kavita Sundaram and Anjali Nuggehalli
February 10, 2020
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Life360 and similar tracking apps are double-edged swords

Rohan Kumar and Kavita Sundaram
January 13, 2020

Key outside forward tears ACL

Anjali Nuggehalli and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Queen’s Christmas tree farm: the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit

Anjali Nuggehlli and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Mosh pitting: dangerous and now banned at dances

Sofia Jones and Kavita Sundaram
December 9, 2019

Teachers should minimize paper waste by printing less

Kavita Sundaram
December 8, 2019

Girls’ volleyball aims to end season on a high note

Kavita Sundaram and Serena Li
October 28, 2019

Girls’ water polo looks to bounce back next year

Kavita Sundaram and Jonathan Li
October 28, 2019

Taking a chance in a new country

Kavita Sundaram
October 28, 2019

Ignorance is bliss — except for when it comes to my name

Kavita Sundaram
October 17, 2019

Willow Smith: A bold voice in a sea of monotony

Kavita Sundaram
October 16, 2019

Speech and debate: team overhaul continues

Serena Li and Kavita Sundaram
September 22, 2019

TLC encourages sense of community, provides alternative learning environment

Kavita Sundaram and Amanda Zhu
September 19, 2019

Ten-minute workouts: the secret to model-worthy Instagram abs?

Jeanette Zhou and Kavita Sundaram
September 12, 2019
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