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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

This year’s valedictorians and salutatorians will be attending college mainly in the South and Midwest, with valedictorian Kyra Nguyen headed to Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, valedictorian Adina Dominitz starting at Rice University in Houston, salutatorian Esmé Ryznar traveling to Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio, and salutatorian Ali Moran ending up at Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska.
Behind the Title: Valedictorians Adina Dominitz and Kyra Nguyen and Salutatorians Ali Moran and Esmé Ryznar Reflect on Their High School Experiences
Harper Coleman, Finn Christensen-McElroy, Jasper Trehearne, and Kieran Crist-Kenworthy June 3, 2026

As the school year comes to a close, the school administration has continued their annual tradition of selecting the valedictorians and salutatorians — seniors who exemplify academic excellence to the highest degree. This...

St. La Salle Day featured a modified version of the standard schedule, with a late start and 1:05 p.m. early dismissal.
St. La Salle Day Brings a Day of Fun to Students’ Home Stretch
Emmett Strackany, Assistant Editor • June 3, 2026

La Salle students and staff came together for the last time seniors would be on campus all day: St. La Salle Day. Taking place on the last traditional school day before dead week, St. La Salle Day is an annual event...

Students played a variety of games in the Academic Courtyard such as spikeball, catch, and volleyball.
Leadership Brings Coachella to the Courtyard in Annual St. La Salle Day Dance
Emmett Strackany, Assistant Editor • June 3, 2026

La Salle students gathered in spring for the final dance of the school year — the St. La Salle Dance. Taking place directly after the senior barbecue, the dance took place on the night of Thursday, May 28 from 8...

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This year, senior Vince Faris was one of two seniors on the La Salle varsity boys basketball team, which taught him a lot about setting an example. “I think it’s how you lead rather than how many people are leading,” he said.
Next Level Seniors: Rekindling His Passion for Basketball, Vince Faris Commits to Pacific University
EsmĂ© Ryznar, Editor • June 3, 2026

Since transferring from Adrienne C. Nelson High School his junior year, senior Vince Faris has enjoyed a successful two seasons with the La Salle...

Sophomore YLan Tran enjoys getting the opportunity to play on the tennis court. “It's really fun, and it makes me really happy,” she said.
Athlete of the Week: YLan Tran
June 3, 2026

Sophomore YLan Tran, who came to La Salle from St. Rose Middle School, started tennis...

Sophomore Lucas Wong and junior Nolan Wong placed third in 5A doubles, while earning the team five points and helping secure the state title during their semifinal match against Corvallis High School on the morning of Saturday, May 23.
Boys Tennis Captures Third Consecutive State Title With Kaiden Harris’ Singles Victory
May 27, 2026

The boys and girls varsity tennis teams traveled to Tualatin Hills Tennis Center...

Although she was young at the time for a varsity player, senior Lilly Erving was chosen to play on the La Salle varsity girls soccer team as a freshman.
From One Coast to the Other, Senior Lilly Erving Commits To Play Soccer at the University of Western Florida
May 27, 2026

As a longtime forward for La Salle’s varsity girls soccer team and the Portland...

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Welcome back, Falcons!
According to junior Katie Liu, Blue days are superior to Red days. “[Because of one lunch], I see that communities come together, there is more time for clubs to meet; I see people hang out with their friends that sometimes they're separated from because [of] A lunch or B lunch, and opportunity for more people to interact that usually wouldn't happen,” she said.
Student of the Week: Katie Liu
Grady Wilkinson, Assistant Editor • June 3, 2026

Before she attended La Salle, junior Katie Liu — a lifelong Oregonian and resident of Happy Valley — was a student at All Saints Catholic...

According to the school handbook, the only dress code requirement for footwear is that students are not barefoot and that they wear closed-toe shoes for science labs.
Flip-Flop Frenzy: The Newest Footwear Craze at La Salle
May 27, 2026

As the weather transitions to summer heat, a new accessory has appeared throughout...

In his free time, sophomore Maxwell Elliott likes listening to a variety of music genres, including '80s, dubstep, and EDM.
Student of the Week: Maxwell Elliott
May 27, 2026

Before arriving at La Salle, sophomore Maxwell Elliott spent his formative years at...

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Similar to a blooming flower, I was forced to adapt to an ever-changing environment in order to grow and mature my character at La Salle.
Appreciating Life’s Thorns: How High School Has Shown Me the Beauty in Imperfection
Julia Hoesly, Staff Reporter • June 3, 2026

The night before the first day of my freshman year, I assembled my best outfit and texted a photo to a group chat with my friends from eighth...

While no place is perfect, I have found a community of people with similar experiences to mine since coming to La Salle.
Far From the Spotlight: My Experience as an Asian Student at a Predominantly White School
May 27, 2026

Imagine this: None of your teachers look like you, none of your history classes even skim over your culture’s...

The best compliments can appear in many different forms, and there are so many simple ways we can build compliments to sound more meaningful rather than rehearsed.
How Small Compliments Can Have a Big Impact
May 20, 2026

In our current world, there is an extreme amount of hatred and jealousy, especially consuming the minds...

It is reasonable for every person growing up to want the basic hallmarks of a classically good life — stability, freedom, family, comforts — but we can only secure them for ourselves and future generations by not allowing ourselves to grow apathetic to unfolding catastrophe.
We, the Youth, Cannot Afford Apathy
May 13, 2026

The screeching whirlwind of life’s many obligations has a tendency to drown out belief in our own agency.  Paired...

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June 3: What's the Word, Bird?
June 3: What’s the Word, Bird?
Audrey Waters and Kieran Crist-Kenworthy June 3, 2026

“What’s the Word, Bird?” is a weekly puzzle series, highlighting fun word games such as crosswords, word searches, and more. Test your knowledge with this week’s edition,...

The Jungle Giants’ latest album consists of 10 euphoric songs, with a total run time of 41 minutes.
The Jungle Giants’ “Experiencing Feelings of Joy” Sets the Tone for Summer
May 27, 2026

The Jungle Giants are an indie pop/rock band that originated in Australia, Queensland....

Despite being their first album, “Ten” still remains one of Pearl Jam’s most legendary accomplishments.
“Ten”: Pearl Jam’s Most Prominent Album
May 27, 2026

Several songs in this album contain explicit content. Most bands don’t create...

Music is a powerful form of communication that allows people from all over the world to come together and share an undivided space that is made for everyone to take in love.
Music Is the Medicine for Mental Health
May 27, 2026

In our society, mental health has become a prominent issue with younger generations...

May 27: What’s the Word, Bird?
May 27: What’s the Word, Bird?
May 27, 2026

“What’s the Word, Bird?” is a weekly puzzle series, highlighting fun word games...

Singer-songwriter Alex G delivers an intense, experimental set during his stop at Portland’s Roseland Theater.
Raw, Real, and Loud at Roseland Theater: Alex G Concert Review
May 20, 2026

Alex G hit the stage on the night of Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, with a raucous,...

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