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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
November 22, 2024
Band volunteer parents Beryl Liu and Dongni Chen set up the band room for cookie dough distribution on Nov. 15.
Annual Music Booster cookie dough fundraiser clears hurdles and sets sales records
November 22, 2024
Senior Aria Zhang and sophomore Sophie Poon (bottom right) perform in their SSAA ensemble among other talented students from other schools
Nine students qualify for the Coastal Regional Honor Choir
November 21, 2024
One of the school’s top-of-the-line AEDs
School ramps up AED count on campus
November 20, 2024
Students listen to Natasha Schatzman’s presentation in the student center on Nov. 15.
NASA aerospace engineer shares research in aeromechanics and aeroacoustics
November 20, 2024
Actress Naomi Scott playing Skye Riley brings to life a terrifying transformation through subtle changes.
‘Smile 2’ mixes traditional jump scare and psychological horror
November 20, 2024
BASIC officers at a boba fundraiser on Oct. 2.
BASIC club emphasizes youth action on humanitarian aid
November 18, 2024
The U.S., China and Taiwan, among other nations, are engaged in one of the fastest-growing tech races in history to develop and produce the best semiconductors and AI.
The U.S. is playing catchup in the semiconductor race. Is it too late to win?
November 12, 2024
Highlights of freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors dances during Homecoming week from Oct. 14-19.
Behind the scenes: Meet the choreographers who brought the Homecoming dance to life
November 2, 2024
Students gather around the table at the top of the quad steps during the voter registration drive on Sept. 25.
Revived Democracy Matters club kicks off the school year with successful election events
October 30, 2024
With a love for the warm weather in San Diego, Coghlan commits to UCSD and plans to major in molecular and cell biology.
Coghlan commits to Division I rowing at UC San Diego
November 21, 2024
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.
Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester
November 20, 2024
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.
Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat
November 20, 2024
Recap of fall sports.
Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end
November 16, 2024
The girls’ tennis team poses for a group photo.
Girls’ tennis finishes the regular season with a solid victory
November 16, 2024
The student vote is one of their most powerful weapons.
Students should be allowed a vote in the school board
November 22, 2024
Shakespeare’s place in English Curriculums is indisputable
Shakespeare, though challenging, remains an essential component of English curriculum
November 22, 2024
Cigarette packaging should depict frightening images on the front and sides, clearly communicating the consequences of smoking.
Cigarette packaging needs to be more graphic in its dire warnings
November 15, 2024
Journalism labor unions have firmly opposed the bill, calling it a “shakedown.”
‘Undemocratic’ deal reached between Google and California news outlets
November 7, 2024
Test dates make or break our vacation
The bliss and benefits of having tests before breaks
October 31, 2024
Personally, I really need some noodle slippers.
My 8-year-old self would be sad to see ‘5-Minute Crafts’ go — but I’m not
November 20, 2024
A hearty stew such as a beef bourguignon is perfect for a cold winter day.
Winter break bucket list: cooking galore
November 18, 2024
Don’t hate until you try it.
Top 10: weirdly good food combos that might get you flamed
November 16, 2024
A girl cries as she realizes her wallet is empty.
Resisting the urge to splurge: regulating money spent on lunchtime outings
November 11, 2024
The seating chart is often like a game of Russian Roulette, you either sit next to your best friend or next to your ex.
Top 10: Reasons to request a seat change
November 5, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Nilay Mishra
Consider choosing the College and Career center over the convoluted, costly and sometimes unethical world of private college admissions consulting.

Staff editorial: Reject private counselors for free school resources

Nilay Mishra
March 30, 2023
A-team members senior Adam Xu, senior Nilay Mishra, junior Advaith Avadhanam and senior Anthony Wang listen attentively as the round’s questions are being read.

Photo or Graphic for: Science Bowl team places first at regionals, heads to nationals

Nikhil Mathihalli and Anthony Wang
March 26, 2023
Understanding how an application was reviewed would ensure equity and that a holistic admissions process is truly being followed.

Staff editorial: Colleges should release internal numerical ratings to all applicants

Nilay Mishra and Arnav Swamy
January 29, 2023
Senior captain Dylan Sinton dribbles the ball across the field during a Tuesday night practice match.

Boys’ soccer team focuses on building chemistry and momentum

Nilay Mishra and Beverly Xu
December 12, 2022
Substitute Chris Rasmussen, who teaches U.S. history and History in Film, works with a student during fourth period on Oct. 19.

Subs fill in for history and math teachers on leave

Nikhil Mathihalli, Nilay Mishra, and Jonathan Si
October 19, 2022
Math Prize for Girls, hosted at MIT, is one of the few all-girls competitions. It aims to promote interest in STEM fields for high-achieving girls.

The gender gap in Silicon Valley: An untold paradox

Nilay Mishra
September 23, 2022
The team poses for a photo during their end-of-year banquet at Lazy Dog on May 15th.

Boys’ golf placed second in league finals, junior qualified for CCS finals

Mitchell Chen and Nilay Mishra
May 30, 2022
Precalculus Honors classes should not transform curriculum to conform to AP Precalculus

Precalculus Honors classes should not transform curriculum to conform to AP Precalculus

Nilay Mishra and Arnav Swamy
May 30, 2022
Option 2 is preferred by Los Gatos High School while Option 3 is preferred by Saratoga High School

Board shies away from backing a bell schedule for next year

George Huang and Nilay Mishra
May 22, 2022
Digitizing the SAT will not make it equitable

Digitizing the SAT will not make it equitable

Nilay Mishra
March 31, 2022
Fantastic masks and where to find them

Fantastic masks and where to find them

Nilay Mishra
February 7, 2022
Clubs host Speak Up for Change events

Clubs host Speak Up for Change events

Nidhi Mathihalli and Nilay Mishra
February 7, 2022
Upperclassmen: Stop glorifying sleep deprivation

Upperclassmen: Stop glorifying sleep deprivation

Nilay Mishra
February 4, 2022
IT technician Larry Jens tackles complex issues

IT technician Larry Jens tackles complex issues

Nilay Mishra
December 3, 2021

American Math Competition (AMC) moved earlier, catching some off guard

Nidhi Mathihalli and Nilay Mishra
October 28, 2021

AP and regular Environmental Science combined into one class

Nilay Mishra
October 28, 2021
Side-by-side comparison of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13

Apple’s iPhone 13: impressive innovation or glorified iPhone 12?

Sara Bright and Nilay Mishra
October 28, 2021
The Falcons had a large crowd on a Friday night for Homecoming (pictured here), but few fans have shown up for the team’s Thursday night contests.

Nationwide shortage of football referees pushes games to Thursday nights

Apurva Chakravarthy and Nilay Mishra
October 21, 2021
Did Hagrid want Harry Potter dead all along? Mwahaha.

A news flash for ‘Harry Potter’ fans: Everybody’s favorite bumbling giant was likely a secret member of Voldemort’s inner circle

Nilay Mishra
October 8, 2021
Paparazzi photographers blackmail Italian celebrities in 2006.

Paparazzi laws: a fine balance between the First Amendment and privacy

Nilay Mishra
October 2, 2021
New rough/final draft test format harms students in the long run

New rough/final draft test format harms students in the long run

Benjamin Li and Nilay Mishra
September 20, 2021
Six of the 46 potential candidates to replace Newsom as governor if the recall election succeeds. Polls suggest that even if Newsom is recalled, none of the candidates will receive more votes than him.

California recall elections are fundamentally flawed

Nilay Mishra
September 9, 2021

Brutally honest college essay: the ‘intellectual challenge’ that Scantrons present

Nilay Mishra
September 9, 2021

Students and teachers criticize new bell schedule

Nidhi Mathihalli and Nilay Mishra
September 9, 2021
The team lines up defensively against San Mateo at the line of scrimmage.

Football team starts season with disappointment

Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar
September 6, 2021
Caption: Parent booster groups present at last year’s Back to School Night, which took place virtually. This year’s event is planned to be virtual again, taking place over Zoom and Google Meets.

Back to School Night goes virtual for the second year in a row

Nilay Mishra
August 31, 2021
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Students and teachers adapt to new AP testing format

Nilay Mishra
June 5, 2021
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The age-old debate: Macs vs. Windows

Nilay Mishra and Atrey Desai
May 24, 2021
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Johnson & Johnson vaccinations should not have been halted

Nilay Mishra
May 17, 2021
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New coach leads girls’ basketball

Nilay Mishra
May 17, 2021
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Girls’ basketball: New coach faces challenges posed by pandemic

Christina Chang and Nilay Mishra
April 25, 2021
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‘Fermat’s last theorem’ by Simon Singh chips away at an enigma once available only to specialists

Nilay Mishra
April 9, 2021
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Parents’ reopening reactions range from rage to reservation

Atrey Desai and Nilay Mishra
March 12, 2021
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Students ride the wild roller coaster of ‘meme’ stock runs

Jonathan Li and Nilay Mishra
March 10, 2021
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Academic competitions find new ways to run online

Nilay Mishra
March 6, 2021
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If you think 7-day free trials are a great deal, think again

Nilay Mishra
February 5, 2021
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Going test-blind distorts the college admissions process

Preston Fu and Nilay Mishra
December 1, 2020
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School combats students’ F’s with programs and support systems

Nilay Mishra and Lihi Shoshani
November 27, 2020
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Sophomore uses research experience to found Genomics and Bioinformatics Club

Nilay Mishra
November 9, 2020
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‘Rebecca’ remake offers a modern adaptation but falls short in many ways

Nilay Mishra
November 9, 2020
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In online classes, breaks between classes are too long

Nilay Mishra
November 9, 2020
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