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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
Helping students think beyond the classroom, religion teacher Mr. Dan Marcantuono said his teaching approach aims to make students feel comfortable.

“A Blessing”: How Mr. Marc Found His Passion for Teaching

Emma Washburn, Staff Reporter
February 19, 2025
English Department Chair Mr. Greg Larson often assigns work exploring art and history to his students to help them understand the context and culture behind what they read in class. “If I can make a connection between a book from 1818 and a song from 2009, that’s interesting to me,” Mr. Larson said. “And I have a suspicion that it will be interesting to several of my students, too.”

Setting the Tone: Mr. Larson’s Class Intro Music Creates Connection and Curiosity

Harper Coleman, Editor
February 5, 2025
Now in her 26th year of teaching, Ms. Amy Gantt emphasizes that education is about helping others. “I hope for [students] to see that they had adults in their life who cared about them and who supported them and who were looking out for their wellbeing,” she said.

Conjugation and Collaboration: Ms. Gantt Honored As Lasallian Educator of the Year

Harper Coleman, Editor
November 19, 2024
Ms. Coleman became a teacher to help students find their passions and help them grow, hoping to allow them to discover communities where they feel belonging and can improve the lives of others.

Community in the Makerspace: Ms. Coleman’s Journey to La Salle

Tabitha Obuchowski, Staff Reporter
April 3, 2024
Heading into the second semester of the 2023-2024 school year, teachers at La Salle discuss their experiences working while in high school and their thoughts about the matter today.

From Food Service to Fly Fishing, La Salle Teachers Share Their High School Employment Experiences

Riley Witter, Staff Reporter
January 19, 2024
The Gravitational Pull of Science: Six Teachers Share Their Journey to La Salle’s Science Department

The Gravitational Pull of Science: Six Teachers Share Their Journey to La Salle’s Science Department

Bronson Shenson-Collins, Staff Reporter
January 3, 2024
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
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
The Art Teacher Trilogy: La Salle Art Teachers and Their Impacts on the Community

The Art Teacher Trilogy: La Salle Art Teachers and Their Impacts on the Community

Izzy Sulloway Ferreras, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2023
Ms. Sarah Maher has been a part of the Lasallian community for four years.

Faith, Service, and Ms. Maher’s Journey to La Salle

Hannah Whiteside, Staff Reporter
March 8, 2023
English teacher Mr. Greg Larson has had a passion for storytelling since he was young.

Led by a Love for Literature: Mr. Larson’s Journey to La Salle

Vanessa Su and Lillian Paugh
March 1, 2023
Ms. Boyle loves traveling around the world, with places such as Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam being her favorite countries that she has visited. She hopes to be able to take her kids to all of the places that she was able to visit in the near future.

Mathing While Laughing — Ms. Boyle Shares Her Passion for Teaching

Rita Tran, Staff Reporter
March 1, 2023
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