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Student art being showcased at last year’s Soundings exhibition in the SHS Library.
Soundings’ April 18. Exhibition will feature works from The Wildcat Review
April 17, 2025
Allied teams 95071X (right) and 1000A (left) celebrate after advancing to grand finals at the U.S. Open National Championship.
VEX Robotics team makes finalists in U.S. Open National Championship
April 10, 2025
Rally commissioners act out a skit inspired by “Beauty and the Beast.”
‘Beauty and the Beast’ rally builds hype before prom
April 10, 2025
Trustee Shawn Mortensen (far left) listens to a presentation at the district office during the school board’s March 11 meeting.
Meet Shawn Mortensen: LGSUHSD’s newest school board trustee
April 5, 2025
The Philharmonic Strings orchestra combined with the Freshman orchestra to play together in the non-competitive category of the conference.
SHS orchestras travel to Atlanta for National Orchestra Festival
April 4, 2025
Jain poses during a dive in the Neutral Buoyancy Lab, her first rotation at the Johnson Space Center during fall 2023.
Alumni reflect on the benefits of college co-op programs that place them in workplace settings for extended periods
April 17, 2025
Cochrum helps a student during tutorial.
Cochrum reflects on educational journey with learning disability
April 5, 2025
An advertisement poster Leung made for the company.
Senior takes on remote social media job in New York
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Montalvo Arts Center Often rented for weddings, the beautiful grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center is a popular place for hosting social events.
A nearby gem: the Montalvo Arts Center
April 3, 2025
Combining multiple skill-sets fosters collaboration and growth in ceramics class
April 2, 2025
Bonner instructs swimmers to start the set off the block.
Christian Bonner’s journey from non-swimmer to longtime swimming coach
April 17, 2025
Ning launches a three against Sacred Heart as his teammates prepare to celebrate.
From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
April 3, 2025
The beam training area at Gold Star Gymnastics.
Paying it forward for the next generation of gymnasts
March 31, 2025
Bossow wrestles against Bellarmine at Overfelt High on Dec. 6.
Wrestling team shows significant improvement this season
March 27, 2025
Coach Brian Liao talks game strategy with sophomores Andy Lu and Teegan Seid-Pham.
New head badminton coach brings valued guidance for players
March 27, 2025
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
Mangione’s alleged actions were wrong, but the diagnosis of America’s failing health-care system wasn’t
March 31, 2025
Stay safe.
In a dark time, it’s time to know your rights
March 27, 2025
Starting next school year, more students are able to study at MIT without worrying about tuition.
Educational institutions are wise to offer free tuition to low-income families
March 26, 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 infamous “criss cross chair” from TikTok Shop, ranging from $40-70, has taken over social media feeds.
Is TikTok Shop another marketing trap or actually have legitimate products?
April 17, 2025
Students gather to eat and talk on the upper deck.
Prom 2025: A grape evening at the Mountain Winery
April 6, 2025
Courtesy of Imgflip If you’re going to stop reading this story right here, this meme sums up my entire high school experience (I been chilling with boba but it’s close enough). Seriously, though, John Cena’s Chinese is elite.
My high school life in memes
April 5, 2025
Courtesy of Neha Sharan Students compete in a co-ed tournament held at the India Community Center in Milpitas.
A sophomore’s gambit: encouraging more girls to take up chess
April 4, 2025
Top 10 celebrity baby names over the years
April 3, 2025
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The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
All content by Shreya Katkere
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Life on the inside: my first five days of the quarantine journal

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Career Day educates and informs students in a variety of fields

Emilie Zhou and Shreya Katkere
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Spotify violates privacy by constantly tracking their users’ information

Shreya Katkere

The ‘no makeup’ makeup look celebrates natural beauty

Shreya Katkere

Fan culture can affect artist’s reputations, lives

Shreya Katkere and Jessica Wang

IoT club works on a long-term project, teaches elementary schoolers

Shreya Katkere and Kaasha Minocha

Thank you Spotify for having amazing playlists for every occasion

Shreya Katkere

Competitive parents can be a disadvantage to their child’s team

Shreya Katkere
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Week long social media cleanse proves successful

Shreya Katkere

SHS and RMS chess clubs are combining

Shreya Katkere and Harshini Velchamy

Changes to bathroom policy unnecessary

Esther Luan and Shreya Katkere

Advice on how to be productive and efficient during high school

Shreya Katkere

Schools should provide more incentive to motivate students to try their best on the SBAC

Shreya Katkere

Controversy ensues after Kylie Jenner becomes youngest ‘self-made’ billionaire

Shreya Katkere

Affordable places to visit in San Francisco

Shreya Katkere

Lack of wishes for Make-A-Wish drive

Shreya Katkere

Third SHS Lip Dub confirmed

Shreya Katkere and Jessica Wang

Seniors use blogging as creative writing outlet

Shreya Katkere and Selena Liu

AP Biology and Marine Biology students visit Catalina Island

Shreya Katkere

Individual school board members should be free to talk to student media

Shreya Katkere

Grande’s hit single ‘Thank U Next’ entertaining and meaningful

Shreya Katkere

‘Johnny English Strikes Again’ not worth the money

Shreya Katkere

School wrong to continue classes in hazardous smoke conditions

Selena Liu and Shreya Katkere

Desks in high school are too small

Shreya Katkere

Voters re-elect Chang while picking two newcomers to district board

Shreya Katkere

Films used to supplement learning in many humanities classes

Shreya Katkere and Jayne Zhou

My idea of a perfect day

Shreya Katkere

Hot off the presses: P-Rob keeps community updated with his weekly emails

Allison Hartley and Shreya Katkere

Netflix creates A-List celebs

Shreya Katkere

Ruby Rose faces criticism for role in ‘Batwoman’

Shreya Katkere

Nifty DIYs are not as simple as they look

Shreya Katkere and Jayne Zhou

Junior class officers host back-to-school drive

Shreya Katkere

California should be split into three states to represent voter desires

Shreya Katkere

Students who have bought meet and greet tickets explain the benefits and downsides

Shreya Katkere and Esha Lakhotia

Scantrons reused by teachers in an effort to lower expenses

Emilie Zhou and Shreya Katkere

FBLA to send four members to nationals

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang

FBLA prepares for states

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang

Sometimes the best lessons come from the most controversial content

Shreya Katkere

Sensational pop hits of 2018

Shreya Katkere

Ethical dilemma: What do I do if a friend asks me for test questions?

Shreya Katkere

Perfect Pals Club unites students

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang

Girls’ basketball: 9-1 Falcons roll through El Camino league despite injuries

Shreya Katkere

Sophomore finds passion in vlogging

Shreya Katkere

Winter percussion serves as artistic sport and community

Selena Liu and Shreya Katkere
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Girls’ basketball beats Los Gatos

Shreya Katkere

Tamasha gears up for competition season

Karen Chow and Shreya Katkere

Senior expresses passion for Chinese Club

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang

New clubs provide unique opportunities for students to explore their interests

Shreya Katkere and Kaitlyn Wang

Does Toga lack electives? Yes and no

Shreya Katkere and Emilie Zhou

Review: Lady Gaga’s controversial documentary ‘Five Foot Two’ focuses too much on her personal battles

Shreya Katkere

Don’t drive just for the sake of driving

Shreya Katkere

Revival season of ‘Gilmore Girls’ ruins series

Shreya Katkere

Not maintaining friendships is a choice

Shreya Katkere
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Saratoga Kids deserve a break

Shreya Katkere
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