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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

Education is much more than teaching students content or having students reach academic standards, Vice Principal of Curriculum and Development Ms. Alanna OBrien said.

Social Distancing or Distance Learning: What Will Next School Year Look Like?

Carlie Weigel, Editor in Chief June 3, 2020

With 10 weeks of remote learning in the books, and the 2019-2020 school year coming to a close, there is one question that many in the La Salle community are wondering about: What will next year look like? To...

Large gatherings of more than 25 people have been banned in Oregon through September, causing the traditional graduation and prom to be canceled, among other events.

With Large Gatherings Banned Through September, Students Face the Loss of Many Events

Fia Cooper, Staff Reporter June 3, 2020

On April 8, 2020, Governor Kate Brown canceled school in Oregon for the rest of the year, leaving many schools to switch to digital learning. Just short of a month later, she canceled all large gatherings...

Almost all counties in Oregon have entered Phase 1 of the reopening plan, which has allowed some retail stores, restaurants, and personal care businesses to reopen.

Most Oregon Counties Have Entered Phase 1. What Does This Mean for Businesses?

Gretchen Shea and Kiran Vogt June 3, 2020

As Oregon starts to experience warmer weather, staying inside is becoming more difficult. Due to social distancing practices, many may feel that this isn’t going to be the summer they envisioned. The...

“I’m just going to miss the fun that the kids and co-workers brought,” Mr. Altshuler said. “It was always fun, and I’ve never had a job like that.”

After a State Title and Seven Years of Helping Students, Counselor Mr. Seth Altshuler Departs From La Salle

Carlie Weigel, Editor in Chief May 27, 2020

After moving to four different countries alone and learning four different languages, all by the time he was 30, counselor Mr. Seth Altshuler said that he had finally developed trust in himself. Now, students,...

Ms. Powell waves to students at a recent Be the Light night.

After 20 Years, Ms. Powell Gets Ready to Move On From Her “Way of Life” at La Salle

Brooklyn Chillemi, Assistant Editor May 27, 2020

Every day while on campus, students and staff of La Salle recognize Attendance Secretary Ms. Judi Powell as one of the two faces that greet them on their way into the building each morning. Ms. Powell...

Nails Unlimited store manager Kim Nguyen works behind a clear plastic shield and wears a face mask.

Stores and Businesses Begin to Reopen After Mandatory Quarantine

Reilly Smith, Media Editor May 27, 2020

As Clackamas County enters the first phase of reopening after the COVID-19 closure, places around the city are beginning to come back to life. Here's a look at some places around La Salle that are beginning...

Franny Bengtson, Grace Elkhal, Ashley Smith, and Lucas Wobig are this years valedictorians and salutatorian.

Bengtson, Elkhal, Smith, and Wobig: This Year’s Valedictorians and Salutatorian Reflect on Their Time at La Salle

Maddie Khaw, Editor in Chief May 20, 2020

On Wednesday, May 6, four La Salle seniors got a surprise visit to their house from President and Principal Mr. Andrew Kuffner. When Mr. Kuffner showed up at their door, these four seniors found out...

Ms. Orr has been an educator for 36 years, and dedicated 20 of those years to La Salle.

Counselor Ms. Nancy Orr Retires After “The Best 20 Years Ever”

Olivia Galbraith, Assistant Editor May 20, 2020

Two decades ago, counselor Ms. Nancy Orr accepted a position at La Salle. Now, after 36 years of being an educator, and serving the La Salle community in many different ways for 20 of those years, Ms....

Portlanders have begun to place posters and notes in various places around the city.

The State of Hawthorne Boulevard During the Coronavirus Quarantine

Reilly Smith, Media Editor May 13, 2020

Almost two months into the governor-mandated "stay home" order, it is safe to say that everyone's life has been affected in one way or another by the coronavirus pandemic. Hawthorne Boulevard, located...

Construction vehicles in the side parking lot between the football field and future Saalfeld Athletic Center.

Saalfeld Athletic Center Construction Update

Reilly Smith, Media Editor May 6, 2020

Even in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, construction on the Saalfeld Athletic Center remains on schedule, according to La Salle’s Executive Director, Mr. Matthew Winningham. After the official...

Counselor and former varsity boys soccer head coach Mr. Seth Altshuler stood near the front of the school and waved at students driving by.

La Salle Hosts First ‘Be The Light’ Event

Reilly Smith, Julia Tran, and Hailey Reeves May 6, 2020

Members of the La Salle community officially reunited again after campus closed for the rest of the school year more than seven weeks ago. On Friday, May 1, students and families of the La Salle community...

We need to recognize that while this isnt ideal, we do have the capacity to keep learning, said Ms. Alanna OBrien, the Vice Principal of Curriculum and Professional Development.

La Salle Aims to “Continue the Learning Process” Despite Difficulty Created by COVID-19

Carlie Weigel, Editor in Chief April 29, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic and the sudden implementation of digital learning have had a profound effect on millions of students across the globe. Students have had to not only learn new material through...

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