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The La Salle Falconer

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The La Salle Falconer

The student news site of La Salle Catholic College Preparatory.

The La Salle Falconer

Gelila Tadele, the leader of the Black Student Union, said that Black History Month is vital because “it really showcases the strength of the Black community in America and what we can accomplish.”

Embracing Success, Consistency, and Representation: The Importance of Black History Month

Kayah Cieslak, Assistant Editor February 21, 2024

“Black Excellence” was the phrase emphasized at this year’s Black History Month assembly, where it was highlighted as a concept to keep at the forefront of our minds for the rest of the month and...

Guided by a love for writing that emerged at a young age, Eli Saslow knew early on in his career that he wanted to write about people. Now, his work reporting on some of the most divisive issues in the country has appeared on the front pages of the nation’s most prestigious publications.

Two-Time Pulitzer Prize Winner Eli Saslow Visits La Salle

Seychelle Marks-Bienen, Editor February 14, 2024

At 12:05 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9, the computer lab was buzzing with energy. Around 40 journalism students were crammed into the room, holding notebooks and pens and chatting as they waited for the bell...

Sophomore Danica Glazier’s illustration is a parody of Norman Rockwell’s triple self-portrait, with the reflection of an android in the mirror and the inaccurate drawings of hands representing AI art tools.

At the Push of a Button: Students and Teacher Reflect on How AI Has Changed Art and the Artistic Community

Finn Christensen-McElroy, Staff Reporter January 24, 2024

What does it mean to be creative? What qualifies as artistic intellectual property? Why is art important? What does the creation of art add to the lives of artists and the rest of the world?  And how...

Director of Admissions Ms. Kelsey Hui is an avid foodie and enjoys spending her free time cooking and exploring restaurants in the Milwaukie and Portland area.

With Community at the Forefront, Director of Admissions Kelsey Hui Brings Energy to the Admissions Office

Jasmine McIntosh, Editor January 3, 2024

The social transition from middle school to high school is a difficult one, and the added pressure of applying to and visiting high schools can complicate the process for eighth graders. Director of Admissions...

“Modbury High School does this trip [and] it’s the only one in Australia that does a whole USA trip,” recently graduated senior from Modbury High School Alexander Walsh said.

Hoops Across the Hemisphere: Australia’s Modbury High School Stops at La Salle as Part of USA Basketball Tour

Seychelle Marks-Bienen and Kathleen Waldron December 13, 2023

After a five year hiatus, the students of Modbury High School, located in Adelaide, Australia, have returned for their USA basketball tour.  On Tuesday, Dec. 5, they arrived at La Salle, where they...

Incoming varsity head coach Lucas Fiorante hopes to continue the success the players have had already.

Leaving a Legacy: Kelli Wedin Steps Down and La Salle Alum Lucas Fiorante Embraces New Role As Varsity Girls Basketball Coach

Kayah Cieslak and Finn Christensen-McElroy December 6, 2023

After years of cultivating a winning legacy at La Salle, former varsity girls basketball head coach Kelli Wedin stepped down from her position before the start of this year’s season, leaving current...

Sophomore Danica Glaziers illustration portrays a Klikatat (Klickitat) warrior from one of the Confederate Tribes of the Grande Ronde.

A Cultural Genocide: Acknowledging Native History During Native American Heritage Month

Kayah Cieslak, Staff Reporter November 29, 2023

For years, “systematic militarized and identity-alteration methodologies'' infested the United States and targeted Indigenous children, stripping them of their traditions and reprimanding them if they...

In regards to his teaching philosophy, Mr. Oey’s core principle is that “We don’t want [students] just to graduate from La Salle. We want them to be ready for college.”

Mr. Oey, Math Master and Cheer Champion, Named As Educator of the Year

Seychelle Marks-Bienen, Assistant Editor November 14, 2023

Every year, the faculty and staff of La Salle Catholic College Preparatory nominates one colleague to receive the Lasallian Educator of the Year award. As stated by the criteria shared with the staff preceding...

Freshman Ella Manson is passionate about making sure that everyone is included in all freshman activities, and that everyone should be treated equally during her time as freshman class president.

Ella Manson: Empowering Freshman Voices as Class President

Rita Tran, Assistant Editor November 8, 2023

Heading into her freshman year, Ella Manson is excited for the opportunities that high school has to offer, one of them being student council.  When Manson was at St. Agatha Catholic School, she was...

Table 10 all set prior to the beginning of dinner.

Believing and Bettering: A Look Into La Salle’s Benefit and Auction Dinner

Kayah Cieslak, Staff Reporter October 18, 2023

Every fall, the La Salle gym is lavishly transformed to host the biggest fundraiser event of the year: the Believe Benefit and Auction Dinner. This year, it took place on Saturday Oct. 14. The goal...

The new logo was made to look more fierce and represent a more modern image.

A Fierce New Falcon Takes Flight: La Salle’s Iconic Emblem Gets a Modern Makeover

Lucy Loeb, Assistant Editor October 11, 2023

La Salle’s current mascot, Francis the Falcon, has been a part of the athletic community, school spirit, and overall representation of the school for many years. Although the mascot was met with cheers...

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