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A student writing an essay in class.
Increasing student use of AI causes English teachers to switch to in-class essays
May 15, 2025
Courtesy of Belal Aftab Saratoga mayor Belal Aftab centers his agenda on residents’ feedback.
New mayor Belal Aftab aims to foster a more vibrant, connected community
May 10, 2025
The Saratoga Speech and Debate team at TOC in Kentucky
Speech and debate celebrates national-level results while striving for more
May 9, 2025
Assistant principal and activities director Kristen Cunningham.
Cunningham to leave for admin role at LGHS, district
May 8, 2025
Courtesy of Mary Ko MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.” MSET senior mentor Anh-Quan Nguyen described the team’s performance as “the best performance of any Cuttlefish team in history.”
FTC 6165 Cuttlefish boasts an 8-2 record at World Championships
May 1, 2025
Students, such as junior Leonardo Jia, attend both synchronous and asynchronous courses at West Valley College.
A deeper look at math classes beyond the school’s offerings
May 17, 2025
2010s highlighted some of the greatest names in music, such as Adele or The Weeknd, who are still admired today.
Catchy rhythms and unique vocals make the 2010s the best era of music
May 15, 2025
Images courtesy of Disney Wiki and Parade An example of a disappointing live-action remake, “The Lion King” lost the heart and expression that made the animated original a classic.
Why do live-action adaptations never measure up?
May 15, 2025
A film’s ratings often reflect the director’s creative vision and execution, which can often differ from audience expectations.
How movie ratings shape stories — and box office success
May 15, 2025
MAP, a longstanding program at SHS, hosts numerous video-based projects for students.
Sophomore MAP students illuminate social issues ‘Be the Change’ projects
May 12, 2025
Maggie Huesby, Dahlia Murthy, Sydney Riera and Saira Ramakrishnan from left to right.
Q&A: Seniors reflect on their four-year softball journey
May 16, 2025
The badminton seniors dressed in shark onesies for their senior night on April 22.
Badminton team extends undefeated run with senior night win over Cats
May 16, 2025
Courtesy of Renn Blanco Team poses after beating Palo Alto 199-188
Golf team reaches CCS as a team for first time in 3 years
May 15, 2025
Senior Captain Avi Taneja serves the birdie during the 4/15 match.
Q&A: Four senior captains reflect on their four years on the badminton team
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Ian Johnson Junior Ian Johnson captures senior Daniel Jadali going up with contact in a basketball game against Lynbrook High School on Jan 31.
Two juniors explore their passion for photography through sports
May 10, 2025
100-word-rant: Aesthetically, sharp corners stink
100-word-rant: Aesthetically, sharp corners stink
May 17, 2025
The burrito and chips meal from the school cafeteria.
Off-campus lunches come at a cost of high prices and questionable nutritional value
May 15, 2025
The early bird gets the worm.
To aspiring Leadership students: Campaigning early is a must
May 13, 2025
The least user-friendly survey out there.
Help wanted: Someone please fix the California Healthy Kids Survey
May 13, 2025
If only the calendar started on Monday…
The week should officially start on Monday: It just makes sense
May 11, 2025
Courtesy of Wikipedia Katy Perry’s album cover for ‘Hot N Cold’
In world history, Katy Perry’s ‘Hot N Cold’ gets a Cold War twist
May 15, 2025
Courtesy of Vihaan Bhaduri Bhaduri’s test drones.
Two juniors explore global tech research in drones and medical uses for AI
May 15, 2025
My classic study setup.
The blind leading the blind: how to study like a pro
May 13, 2025
After President Yoon Suk Yeol invoked martial law on Dec. 3, hundreds of Korean citizens took to the streets to show their disapproval of Yoon’s actions.
Democracy preserved in South Korea as country impeaches would-be authoritarian president
May 11, 2025
YouTube Kids’ Policies prohibit certain types of advertisements but not enough.
Learning from the tall tales of Big Cereal
May 7, 2025
Volume 57, Issue 6
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The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Priyanka Nookala

Chess team places fourth at county tournament

Priyanka Nookala and Minu Palaniappan

APES students take annual field trip watch elephant seals

David Sparkman and Priyanka Nookala

Boys’ golf: Team undefeated after key matches

Priyanka Nookala

Alumnus took multifaceted approach to choosing the right college

Priyanka Nookala

Robotics strategy: analyzing and planning the game

Priyanka Nookala

Boys’ golf: Team is ready for a better season

Priyanka Nookala

Assembly and systems test: the final step for robotics team

Priyanka Nookala
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School hosts MLK Service Day; students take time to give back

Michelle Leung and Priyanka Nookala

Former ranger shares self-defense techniques

Priyanka Nookala

Chess club plans intramural tournaments open to everyone

Minu Palaniappan and Priyanka Nookala
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Interact celebrates 50th year with notes of kindness

Jade Bisht and Priyanka Nookala

School hosts PSAT

Priyanka Nookala
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Chess team hopes to build on past success

Minu Palaniappan and Priyanka Nookala

36 seniors named National Merit Semifinalists

Priyanka Nookala

United Airlines compromises customer service

Sophie Mattson and Priyanka Nookala

Parden places fifth in CCS finals

Priyanka Nookala

Boys Golf: Team 10-2 after key matches, focuses on SCVAL finals

Priyanka Nookala

Senior and alumnus build unmanned aerial system

Priyanka Nookala

Boys’ golf: Falcons defeat Los Gatos 196-210

Priyanka Nookala

Chess team places third in Bay Area League

Priyanka Nookala

CrossFit strengthens staff bonds

Priyanka Nookala

Red Zone brings students together at games

Megan Benzing and Priyanka Nookala

Marathons allow students and staff to help the community

Evaline Ju and Priyanka Nookala

Redistricting not a good idea for Campbell

Priyanka Nookala

Underclassmen to have larger role in chess team

Priyanka Nookala

Select charities misuse donated funds

Olivia Chock and Priyanka Nookala

Boys’ Golf: Strong season ends in disappointment at CCS

Priyanka Nookala and Vivian LeTran

Birthers need to grow up

Priyanka Nookala

Former mayor of Campbell inspires Saratoga teens

Priyanka Nookala

Tournaments prepare 12-0 golf team for CCS

Priyanka Nookala

Increase in crime warrants increasing importance of safety

Anika Jhalani, Paul Jung, Priyanka Nookala, and Will Edman

Seniors join boys’ golf roster

Priyanka Nookala

Striving for ‘respect for all’

Denise Lin and Priyanka Nookala

Calculus is as easy as pi for some sophomores

Priyanka Nookala

Online recommendation letters save time and resources

Priyanka Nookala

Saratogans unite to fight lung cancer and remember beloved citizen

Priyanka Nookala

Chess team works to rebuild to defend state title

Priyanka Nookala and Michelle Shu

Foreign students move to US for new opportunities

Priyanka Nookala and Michelle Shu
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