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Sophomore Eric Liang and his VEX team 2041V pose for a photo after winning a competition
The road less traveled: choosing to do robotics outside of the school’s well-known teams
March 22, 2025
Juniors hike along the ocean view at the Año Nuevo State Park on March 13.
AP Environmental Science classes embark on the 14th annual Año Nuevo visit
March 22, 2025
Little by little, the animal rights movement continues to grow in both support and action.
Analysis: Animal rights movement shines light on humanity’s cruelty
March 22, 2025
The district is looking to replace the school’s security cameras, which were installed around campus in places like the corner of the music building as far back as 2016.
New district plans include updated facility rental policies and revamped campus security systems
March 21, 2025
Seniors Shaan Janardhan and Naahur Sajwan face off in Bombay in the Bay’s All Male Dance.
Senior Indian Cultural Awareness club officers reflect on last month’s Bombay in the Bay performance
March 21, 2025
Chowdri ices macaroons at El Chico in Prayaraj, India.
Sophomore pursues patisserie passion as her small business
March 22, 2025
Like thrillers, mathematics and history? Watch “The Imitation Game.”
WWII movie: ‘The Imitation Game’ shines light on a dark time
March 21, 2025
Haworth’s photo of pop artist Chloe George on March 5 of last year became the cover of George’s single “Heart of Glass.”
Junior gains confidence, praise for her concert photography
March 21, 2025
Sophomore Cuttlefish member Maxwell Tham works intently on his Phoenix Unlimbited Hand in order to get certified by e-NABLE.
MSET Cuttlefish expand efforts to help those in need across the globe
March 21, 2025
Timothy Wei presents at a NeurIPS Workshop in Vancouver on Dec. 14, 2024.
Senior gains research experience in wildfire prevention and fall detection
March 19, 2025
Sophomore Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani warms up before a scrimmage.
Promising freshmen primed boost boys’ tennis team’s chances
March 22, 2025
Iris gets some setter reps while practicing with her dad.
Athletes navigate sports with their fathers on the sideline as coaches
March 21, 2025
Students play girl’s flag football during the 2024 Falcon Puff competition.
Could flag football be a school sport next fall?
March 21, 2025
Swimmers compete at home on Feb. 28 against Lynbrook.
Swim team optimistic for coming season with many new freshmen
March 21, 2025
Head Coach Archie Ljepava coordinates the home meet against Monta Vista and McDonald on March 13.
Ljepava returns to head coaching role for track and field
March 21, 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
The average tuition and fees for public colleges have decreased, while increase in private college tuition has slowed.
Unlike critics of CollegeBoard suggest, the cost of attending public colleges will likely decrease
March 19, 2025
Students have varying opinions on MOSAIC’s effectiveness — how do we reduce the stigma around the issues it tackles?
Lessons to tackle: MOSAICs can be even more effective with a few tweaks and updates
March 18, 2025
Research shows that optimal learning temperatures lie between 68 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit.
Extreme classroom temperatures swings not conducive to effective learning
March 16, 2025
Club officers provide homemade baked goods for members to enjoy.
Brownies, cakes, cupcakes, cookies — what’s not to love about the new baking club?
March 22, 2025
The Falcon’s podium of top 10’s.
Top 10: Top 10’s
March 22, 2025
These Asian snacks are my guilty pleasures.
Weee! Asian snacks are my lifeline when trying to stay productive
March 22, 2025
Jump into your spring cleaning era now!
It’s finally spring — so it’s time to clean
March 22, 2025
The endless possibilities you can do with a scribble of colors…
How to craft a letter for someone special
March 21, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
Madhura Natarajan

Madhura Natarajan, Reporter

All content by Madhura Natarajan
Research shows that optimal learning temperatures lie between 68 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit.

Extreme classroom temperatures swings not conducive to effective learning

Madhura Natarajan
March 16, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.

February: The perfect time to show yourself some love

Madhura Natarajan
February 26, 2025
Our fireside dinner with hot home-cooked pav bhaji was one to remember.

Camping at Mount Diablo: We get away for the weekend

Madhura Natarajan and Tanvee Tirthapura
December 11, 2024
California’s recently signed legislation AB 3216 is a follow up to AB 272 from 2019.

What the new state-wide cell phone mandate means for the district

Madhura Natarajan
December 8, 2024
The chosen layout (out of two) plans for the installation of panels in the front parking lots.

Board of trustees approves solar energy system contract

Anthony Luo and Madhura Natarajan
November 22, 2024
There are some characteristics in a bed that are undeniably beneficial.

A foolproof guide to optimizing your bed space for maximum comfort

Madhura Natarajan
October 28, 2024
ICAC members lead the crowd through the dance, teaching participants and helping everyone enjoy the celebration together.

Photo or Graphic for: Garba night brings Indian culture to life

Sia Bharadhwaj
October 27, 2024
Consuming applesauce should never be an encouraged activity.

100-word rant: Applesauce is awful for oh so many reasons

Madhura Natarajan
October 22, 2024
Sailing down the river, I had no idea how disastrous things would soon turn out to be.

Everything that can go wrong does go wrong in Peru trip

Madhura Natarajan
October 22, 2024
Each teacher reflected on their growth since they first started teaching at the school.

25 Years later: Educators reflect back on their first year at SHS

Madhura Natarajan
October 18, 2024
Sporting green jerseys, Joseph Yu, Elaine Luo, Sophie Qi and Serena Hu went all out for their performance.

Freshmen pull through despite fewer than 30 participants in their first quad day performance

Madhura Natarajan and Tanvee Tirthapura
October 18, 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

Madhura Natarajan
September 24, 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

Madhura Natarajan
September 24, 2024
The inside of the Palace is equipped with a kitchen, plenty of desks, a paper cutting machine and a massive bookshelf — much cozier than it appears from the outside.

From drab office to palatial Palace: the story behind the English department’s office space

Madhura Natarajan
September 23, 2024
Making friendship bracelets was the highlight of our night.

Is it possible to have the perfect sleepover with your best friend?

Madhura Natarajan and Tanvee Tirthapura
September 23, 2024
I’ve got the best excuses to go back to sleep for any day of the week.

Top 10: reasons to stay in bed in the morning

Madhura Natarajan
September 15, 2024
Wellness Center therapist Janae Smith writes in her notebook.

New Wellness Center therapist brings diverse work experience

Shirina Cao and Madhura Natarajan
September 9, 2024
Approval of the job description for director of fiscal services passed on a 3-2 vote last month after public comment and tough questions from the student board members.

Board narrowly votes to add new director position

Anthony Luo and Madhura Natarajan
September 8, 2024
Students party on the dance floor of the San Francisco Hornblower Cruise on May 18.

Photo or Graphic for: Students enjoy a smooth sailing prom

Anthony Luo
May 21, 2024
Senior Esabella Fung tosses a flag to senior Angelique Delacroix during CCGC Evaluations on January 20, 2024 at James Logan High School.

Photo or Graphic for: Winter Guard splits into two teams for the first time since 2019

Jane Lee
February 8, 2024
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