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The La Salle Falconer

The student news site of La Salle Catholic College Preparatory.

The La Salle Falconer

The student news site of La Salle Catholic College Preparatory.

The La Salle Falconer

On a half day with a late start, the La Salle community enjoyed the sun, celebrated sports achievements, said goodbye to seniors, and participated in outdoor activities on St. La Salle Day.

Photo Story: Annual St. La Salle Day Marks a Time Full of Fun and Goodbyes

Roland Zuments, Staff Reporter June 4, 2025

On Friday, May 30, La Salle celebrated St. La Salle and said goodbye to its senior class by holding its annual St. La Salle Day celebration.  Students got to watch a talent show, showcasing a wide...

Valedictorian Phoebe Sandholm will be attending Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, while salutatorian Emily Martin is planning to travel to Chapman University in Orange County, California, and valedictorian Kari Yatsushiro will be pursuing her love of engineering at California Polytechnic State University in San Diego, California.

Martin, Sandholm, and Yatsushiro: The 2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorian Look Back on Their Time at La Salle

To celebrate the greatest academic achievers of the class of 2025, the school administration continued the annual tradition and selected this year’s valedictorians and salutatorian — Kari Yatsushiro,...

“It’s Not a Magic Trick”: Behind the Scenes of Band’s Pop Music Workshop

Clover Martin and Audrey Waters June 4, 2025

While most of the school is waking up, the band’s work has already begun. Tucked away in the backstage of La Salle’s theater auditorium, the band room buzzes with precision, eyelids heavy but ears...

Substitute teachers are an essential part of the high school system.

A Look Into La Salle’s Substitute Teachers

Milo Trevino, Staff Reporter May 28, 2025

Substitute teachers are an essential part of the schooling system. If a teacher is out, it is important someone is there to take over and supervise the students, guiding the class when needed.  To...

As part of Founder's Week festivities, La Salle students attended Founder's Mass on Wednesday, May 28, celebrating St. John Baptist de La Salle.

Photo Story: Founder’s Week Activities Continue With Last Mass of the School Year

Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor May 28, 2025

La Salle students headed to the gym to attend Founder's Mass on Wednesday, May 28. After an introduction by Director of Campus Ministry Mr. Carter Powers, who spoke about love, and a speech by junior...

After speeches from AAPI student members and Fine Arts Department Chair Ms. Cha Asokan, sophomores Izzy Garlignton, and Katie Grace Liu performed the traditional Filipino Tinikling Dance.

Photo Story: La Salle Students Celebrate Asian Culture at Annual Assembly

Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor May 21, 2025

On Thursday, May 15, La Salle students attended an assembly planned by the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) affinity group.  To start the assembly, junior Larissa Bonn and sophomore Haylee...

One of senior Charlie Lewy’s favorite memories from choir was throwing his teacher a surprise birthday party, later finding out it wasn’t actually his birthday.

A Voice To Remember: Senior Charlie Lewy Sings His Way To State Recognition

Jack Schweitzer, Staff Reporter May 21, 2025

From a young age, senior Charlie Lewy has stood out as a talented singer. His passion for music — especially choir — has seemingly come naturally and has had an impact on all aspects of his life,...

Despite growing up in Chicago, Illinois, Pope Leo XIV spent more than 20 years of his adult life in Peru and is a naturalized citizen of the country.

A New Era for 1.4 Billion Catholics: Lasallians Respond to Pope Leo XIV

On the morning of Thursday, May 8, many students across La Salle, in classes ranging from Honors Biology to U.S. History, were all watching the same thing. White smoke rising from the chimney of the...

Many volunteers brought decorations to adorn their tables full of food.

Muffins, Mochi, and Bubble Tea: La Salle Celebrates Cultural Cuisine in Annual Food Fair

Rowan Bienapfl and Esmé Ryznar May 7, 2025

La Salle students participated in the annual Roots Week Food Fair on Friday, May 2, celebrating culture and heritage by trying different foods brought in by families of students. This was a continuation...

Senior Science Students Attend Open Heart Surgery

Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor April 30, 2025

On Wednesday, April 23, La Salle students from science teacher Mr. Ryan Kain’s Anatomy & Physiology elective and STEAM Department Chair Ms. Carie Coleman's AP Biology class traveled to Providence...

Students participated in the Roots Walk, listened to students, staff, and guest speakers talk about the importance of celebrating culture, and were given the opportunity to learn a traditional Irish dance at the annual Roots Week assembly on Wednesday, April 30.

Photo Story: Annual Roots Week Assembly Showcases Students’ Heritage and Community

Finn Christensen-McElroy, Editor in Chief April 30, 2025

On Wednesday, April 30, La Salle held a schoolwide assembly to kick off Roots Week, an annual celebration which aims to highlight the cultural makeup of the school community.  Senior Trey Williams...

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