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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Free speech is censored in certain countries
Analysis: Censorship to the point of murder, courtesy of two world powers
February 28, 2025
The common settings that SHS students use as third places.
From relaxing natural spots to quiet library corners: how having a so-called third place can relieve stress and boost productivity
February 27, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Sanj Nalwa

Is it impractical to major in philosophy? Recent grad, now at Stanford, doesn’t think so: A look at Saratoga’s cultural and academic imbalance

Sanj Nalwa
December 11, 2013

Modern music has lost focus

Sanj Nalwa
December 6, 2013

Supplementals cause students unnecessary stress

Sanj Nalwa
October 29, 2013

Putting food in the communist locker: Social experiment scores low marks

Sanj Nalwa and Nelson Wang
October 29, 2013

Junior runs his way to the top

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
September 23, 2013

ASB rejuvenates for the new school year

Sanj Nalwa
June 2, 2013

Honors to be omitted at graduation

Sanj Nalwa and Helen Wong
May 23, 2013
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ASB getting tough on clubs

Jay Mulye and Sanj Nalwa
May 7, 2013
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WASC to review school in 2014

Sanj Nalwa and Michelle Leung
April 30, 2013

Spring fling week full of festivities

Amy Jan, Jay Mulye, and Sanj Nalwa
April 3, 2013

Alumni reflect on previously offered sewing class

Sanj Nalwa
March 26, 2013

Saratoga radio offers students medium of advertising

Sanj Nalwa
March 20, 2013

Alumni reflect on previously offered sewing class

Sanj Nalwa and Bruce Lou
March 20, 2013

Weird study habits of the wise

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
March 20, 2013

Student embraces love for fashion

Cristina Curcelli and Sanj Nalwa
February 4, 2013

Country band performs for MAP fundraiser

Sanj Nalwa
February 4, 2013

Software team integral to robotics team’s success

Sanj Nalwa
February 2, 2013

‘Lincoln’: It was all right

Sanj Nalwa
December 16, 2012

Birth of a sports fan

Bruce Lou and Sanj Nalwa
December 7, 2012

The few, the proud, the ROTC

Sanj Nalwa
December 7, 2012

Field hockey strives for more wins after disappointing losses

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
October 27, 2012

Bui vs Stanford blood donation lawsuit

Sanj Nalwa and Arman Vaziri
October 23, 2012
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SHS grads set their sights on film and stage success

Sanj Nalwa
October 22, 2012

Has ‘bubble’ shielded Saratoga students from economic woes?

Sanj Nalwa and Rohan Hardikar
September 26, 2012
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SHS drops in magazine’s public school ranking

Arman Vaziri and Sanj Nalwa
September 19, 2012

School pressures cause many students to seek tutoring

Sanj Nalwa
September 19, 2012

Bruno contributes to girls’ field hockey team

Sanj Nalwa and Rachel Hull
September 19, 2012
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Students launch website to inform teens about politics

Minu Palaniappan and Sanj Nalwa
September 13, 2012
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College trends: Seniors share their experiences

Sanj Nalwa
May 11, 2012
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I died today: Drunk driving simulation teaches responsibility

Grace Ma and Sanj Nalwa
May 8, 2012
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The last stretch: Seniors reminisce over high school experiences and share plans for the future

Sanj Nalwa
April 25, 2012

Why do you love sports?

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
April 11, 2012

Falcons continue dominance in El Camino League, fall to Sacred Heart Cathedral in CCS

Sanj Nalwa
April 5, 2012

School allows double AP English enrollment

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
March 14, 2012

District follows November election, considers contingency plans if Brown’s plan fails

Edward Dong, Joanna Lee, and Sanj Nalwa
March 10, 2012

Teacher discovers love for the language of love early on

Sanj Nalwa
March 6, 2012

The case against affirmative action in college admissions

Grace Ma and Sanj Nalwa
March 6, 2012
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Coming to America: English teacher’s journey from Vietnam to SHS

Sanj Nalwa
March 3, 2012

Falcons fly high in win over Matadors

Sanj Nalwa
February 28, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Bring on CCS

Sanj Nalwa
February 1, 2012

Eshoo’s kids: Youth from around the Bay Area gather to advise congresswoman

Sanj Nalwa
January 29, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Sophomore excels with older competition

Sanj Nalwa
January 18, 2012

Can the language you speak at home be foreign to you?

Sanj Nalwa
January 12, 2012

Small size of French program does not hamper students’ enthusiasm

Sanj Nalwa
January 10, 2012

Girls’ basketball: Team fired up from Firebirds Tourney

Sanj Nalwa
January 10, 2012

Middle College: Where young adults thrive

Sanj Nalwa
December 9, 2011

MAP seniors make movie about teenage stress

Sanj Nalwa
November 18, 2011

Nothin’ but net: girls’ basketball has high hopes for season

Sanj Nalwa
November 17, 2011

Leadership plans fun events for school

Vivian LeTran and Sanj Nalwa
November 10, 2011

Senior finds his sport in archery

Sanj Nalwa
November 9, 2011

Boutique to kick off holiday season

Sanj Nalwa and Edward Dong
November 7, 2011
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Senior quad day: wonderland, 2012

Sanj Nalwa
October 16, 2011

Senior quad day: Wonderland, 2012

Sanj Nalwa
October 16, 2011
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New district superintendent announced

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 15, 2011

Attendance office hires new secretary

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
October 14, 2011

The story behind the seniors’ quad day performance

Sanj Nalwa
October 9, 2011
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Sophomore comes to Saratoga from boarding school

Sanj Nalwa
October 6, 2011

Trip to Thailand enriches history teacher’s perspective

Sanj Nalwa
October 3, 2011
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Falcon Focus: Spicin’ it up with Mrs. A’s Famous Salsa Buena

Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011
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Matsuoka becomes superintendent in Milpitas, district seeks new leader

Edward Dong and Sanj Nalwa
September 9, 2011

Memories from 9/11: from across the Hudson

Sanj Nalwa
September 4, 2011
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Head night custodian Ever Guzman named classified employee of the year

Sanj Nalwa
September 3, 2011
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