Anna Novoselov

Girls’ basketball players developed strong bonds throughout the season and grew as a team

Public figures who break the stereotype of perfection associated with celebrities skyrocket in popularity.

Senior Ranna Zahabi posts positive quotes on @rannasreminders and Riya Kalra profiles individuals on @humansofsbay.

Many seniors choose not to continue playing spring sports in order to pursue other activities.

A new schedule will be implemented next year to comply with educational minutes and adhere to state regulations.

Students hear the experiences of adults in various industries during Speaker Series and receive feedback from experienced professionals during SMASH’n

Lack of numbers due to injuries challenges team during practices and forces players to step up   

Loopholes in the War Powers Act should be closed, as one person should not have the power to initiate hostilities with extensive consequences.

With age, Justice’s animal prints, rainbow clothes and weird (but cute) slogans lose their appeal

An outside team will visit Saratoga High in the spring to evaluate the school.

Children today experience increased rates of anxiety and depression due to the decrease of playtime and the rise in demanding expectations.

Admissions officers should evaluate students on the strength of their application rather than on their direct engagement with the university.

Players hope to play cohesively together, improve their skills and build strong bonds with each other.

Senior plays a childhood online game and experiences nostalgia.

San Mateo High School administrators overreached by implementing a phone free policy, which restricts students, but doesn't truly teach them how to use technology responsibly.

Students spend the entire year working on a group project of their own design, which teaches them time management, independence and collaboration.

Neeya Devanagondi’s uncle, Indian comedian Tanmay Bhat, shares how his experiences have affected him and his family  

Injuries hinder athletes from reaching their goals and competing at their maximum potential

While the advice featured in the wellness app lacks uniqueness and helpfulness, the medications result in a reduction of stress.

College applications should reflect students’ own writing rather than that of counselors

Aging brings cognitive declines and physical health ailments that can prevent candidates from exhibiting the focus and reasonableness the Oval Office demands.

Berdie Bailey dances for fun and posts videos to her Instagram

Senior tries finger painting a landscape.

Student athletes make sacrifices to respective sports in order to achieve results.

2007 alumna Lisa Ginestet-Araki spreads her love of math to her Geometry and Pre-Calculus classes through collaborative work and enthusiastic teaching.

Intro to Business provides students with a general overview to the business world and improves their finance, communication, and data interpretation skills.

Reckless driving, illegal parking, and heavy traffic prevent the ease of getting to and from school.

Former Disney actors pursue riskier roles and create new identities for themselves.

Juniors Liviya Katz and Krisha Minocha will attend a screenwriting intensive program and a business/engineering program respectively

People idealize celebrity relationships and become dejected when their favorite couples break up.

Voters should support candidates who share their viewpoints and restrain from evaluating on the basis of sex, race or appearances.

Teachers look forward to visiting their families, relaxing, and exploring the world during their summer vacations.

Although meal prepping saves time, it is tedious and doesn’t factor  cravings or variable hunger levels ​​​​​.

Social media users are choosing sites like Instagram and Facebook over Snapchat

The dance team cleans routines during practices, attends summer camps and participates in regional and national competitions

Reporter emphasizes the importance of experiences during Christmas.

Students should be admitted to colleges based on merit and not immoral acts performed by their parents

Participants in the March 29 Relay for Life walkathon will be able to show their support for those battling cancer, survivors and their families.

After getting pranked, I became inspired to pull a similar prank on my unsuspecting sister.

Many students do not know how the Falcon is produced and how much work goes into it behind the scenes.

The portables currently house the TLC, CASSY, and ASSIST, but CASSY will soon move to the center of campus

Lacrosse players anticipate a successful season and hope to develop good team chemistry.

Players step up to fill the positions of injured players and develop strong basketball skills as well as team chemistry.

Freshman Anouk Yeh becomes inspired by youth activists and uses slam poetry to inspire social change.

Saratoga Library hosts various events and serves as a focal point of the community.

Senior Shasta Ganti’s play, ‘Anna Karenina,’ will be held during the first weekend of March.

Technology use — and addiction — are central to common perceptions

Robinson credits many of his successes to living by Wooden’s philosophy and pyramid of success.

The players hope to translate their early season successes to future games and improve communication on the court.

Reporters argue that many organizations are worthless in terms of value and do not significantly enhance a student’s college application.

Through the language curriculums and Culinary Club, students find time to enjoy food and engage with culture in a delicious manner.

Freshmen Anjali Nuggehalli, Kavita Sundaram and Sanjana Somayajula pursue their singing passions by recording song covers together.

Elley Ho displays her photo exhibit "One World" at the Saratoga Library, focusing on the daily lives native children in various countries.

Art and film students prepare portfolios to showcase their creativity as opposed to technical skill — a change from a decade earlier.

Teamwork has contributed to wins against Monta Vista and Lynbrook, but doesn't always lead to victory.

Breaking Down the Walls week posed a huge logistical problem, but had deep and personal impacts on the participants.

Rainstorms and building regulations push construction of two new kilns to November.

Senior Taylor Hill, a TA at North Star's Kid's Ski and Snowboard School in Lake Tahoe, teaches 3-year-olds how to ski, often traveling up north during weekends and holidays.

Reporter argues that Santa Claus has no business crunching fall leaves under his black boots instead of leaving footprints in snow.

Despite a small team, senior captain Autumn Zuleeg is hopeful for the remainder of the season.

How new VTA routes will affect students. 

Government Officals should recieve equal consequences

The three student artists explain the themes that inspired them.

Athletes bonded as a team over the season and improved their individual abilities

Sports Boosters agrees to fund the Saratoga summer basketball camp in return for a donation after a January school board meeting

Avicii's death saddens millions of fans, including junior William Liu

Sophomore Anna Novoselov found that shifting her sleep cycle two hours earlier left her tired and unproductive

Speech and debate team wraps up season with successes at state and national tournaments.

Arnaldo Rodriguex, who holds a special place in the hearts of students, alumni, staff, will leave behind an immpressive legacy when he retires.

Students should compare their current selves to their past selves, seeing success as a measure of improvement rather than academic scores

Students learn about volunteer opportunities from 30 local organizations during a service fair on April 26

The administration will fully comply with College Board specifications after seven AP exams were invalidated last May due to improper seating arrangements

The Relay For Life club will host a walk-a-thon  fundraiser on May 25 from 12-6 p.m on Saratoga’s track, donating all profits to the American Cancer Society.  

The outreach commission will host its annual blood drive in the Small Gym on April 19.

Leadership class presents at an assembly at Saratoga Elementary inspired by Ruby Bridges, a civil rights activist

Strength based teaching hinders children from exploring their interests without pressure 

Strength based teaching hinders children from exploring their interests without pressure 

Social media allows aspiring stars to get noticed by agents and a global audience quickly

Sophomore Varsha Horatur awes audiences with her singing talent

Girls basketball becomes a team through the season's successes and setbacks

Tensions break out between the Saratoga Falcon and the Talisman Yearbook when staff members compare the publications and accuse each other of theft

BNB will entertain the audience on Feb. 16 and 17 with a variety of Indian dances and a singing performce.

Sophomore Connie Liange places 2nd in OO and several debators qualify for the Grand National Tournament

With the record 6-1, the team will win league if it wins the next six consecutive games

Imprisonment has traumatic effects on innocent children and no society should permit such injustice

Teens should be discourgaged from spending excess time online due to mental health impacts

People must address the lack of clarity provided by papparazzi laws and the viewpoint of celebrities as entertainment objects

Despite student interest in having more world language options, Saratoga High does not have the resources to support additional courses

Plumed Horse Chocolaterie attracts customers with delicious flavors and intricate designs

Dogs relieve anxiety and provide companianship to their owners

Anishi Patel delivers "Did you hear the one about the Iranian American," a humorous and meaningful speech by Maz Jobrani

18 percent cap limits opportunities for nonresidents; should be 30 percent to promote equality while still favoring Californians

Girls varsity basketball team hopes to win league and strengthen bonds between players

Live action movies appeal to a broad audience because of their emotional appeals and captivating storylines

Sarah Smails regains use of her shoulder after getting a labral tear

Heather Warren draws from her drama and speech background to prepare students for competitions 

Team experiences success at first competition

Speculations of rigging lead to uncovered duplicity

It is time to warn climate change disbelievers about the severe reprecutions of their actions

Freshman Nikita Kadambi performs with the color guard for the first time on Friday, Sept, 15. 

New math teacher accustoms to new surroundings and gets to know students. 

Dance comission's early planning results in successful Back to School Dance.