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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

Ms. Beck facilitates student attendance at La Salle, assisting students in the correct processes for absences, early dismissals, and late arrivals.

First Year in the Faculty Flock: Ms. Beck Settles In

Maya Raphael, Editor April 12, 2023

Attendance Officer Ms. Jill Beck joined the La Salle faculty this year, taking charge of “figuring out where everybody is and where they are supposed to be,” she said, and working to facilitate the...

15 Falcons joined the Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society.

Expanding the Chapter: Falcons Inducted Into Journalism Honor Society

Lillian Paugh, Editor April 12, 2023

On the evening of Wednesday, April 12, a number of students in the Journalism and Advanced Journalism classes gathered in the La Salle library to be officially inducted into the Quill and Scroll International...

To combat the current mice issue, traps have been set up in various locations around campus.

La Salle Responds to an Increase in Mice Sightings

Lucy MacNeela and Kathleen Waldron April 5, 2023

On Tuesday, April 4, La Salle students and staff were greeted with an announcement over the intercom urging them to remember to keep their spaces tidy and clean up their messes after break and lunch.  This...

There are concerns about the Willow Projects effects on the well-being of animals, their habitats, and their migration patterns.

What Is the Willow Project?

Maddie Burns, Editor April 5, 2023

On March 13, the Biden Administration announced that they have given the green light for the Willow Project, which began planning in 2018. The approval of the project has left some upset about its possible...

Night on Broadway invited members of the La Salle community to help support the Pride Alliance and the International Thespian Society (ITS).

For the Sixth Year in a Row, Night on Broadway Hits the Stage

Hannah Whiteside, Staff Reporter March 22, 2023

On Friday, March 17, La Salle’s Pride Alliance and International Thespian Society (ITS) partnered together to bring Night on Broadway to the La Salle theater. All proceeds from the event will be...

Holding up a sign of encouragement made for them, members of the team posed for a group photo before their first matches on Saturday.

Speech And Debate Team Takes on Districts at Beaverton High

Lillian Paugh, Editor March 22, 2023

On Friday, March 17, and Saturday, March 18, La Salle’s Speech and Debate team traveled to Beaverton High School to compete in this year’s district tournament. Led by social studies teacher...

The Women’s History Month exhibit aims to empower women and bring attention to their achievements.

Made To Succeed — Student Leadership’s Multifaceted Women’s History Month Exhibit

Lucas Pinaire, Assistant Editor March 22, 2023

In honor of Women’s History Month, La Salle’s Leadership class has constructed a Women’s History exhibit in the Fireside Room of the La Salle Center, which is open during school hours for the...

By incorporating lessons on French history and culture in addition to teaching the language itself, French teacher Ms. Amanda Barker aims to get students to understand “how powerful language is,” she said.

From France to the Falcons, Ms. Barker Shares Her Love of Language

Megan Snyder, Editor in Chief March 15, 2023

La Salle welcomed several new members to the community at the start of this school year. This story is one of a series of profiles highlighting these people. From growing up in the midwest to living...

Senior Isabella Simonutti performing “Pur Dicessti O Bocco Bella” by Antonio Lotti before singing “Habanera” by Georges Bizet.

Five Falcons Travel to Oregon City for Annual Musical Soloists Competition

Lillian Paugh, Editor March 8, 2023

On Saturday, March 4, a group of La Salle students brought their vocal and instrumental talents to Clackamas Community College to compete against middle school and high school students in their respective...

Career Days existed in the past, but didn’t happen for several years, including during COVID-19. However, the event was able to come back a year ago.

Falcons Figure Out Their Future With Career Day

Josephine Robinson and Megan Snyder March 8, 2023

“What do you want to do after high school?”  “Where do you want to go to college?”  “What do you want to study?” These are some of the stressful questions frequently posed to...

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

Religious studies teacher and Director of Service Ms. Sarah Maher began her faith journey in Twin Cities, Minnesota, where she grew up.  During her senior year, while attending Mahtomedi High School,...

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

From Oregon City to Boston, to China and the Dominican Republic, English teacher Mr. Greg Larson has brought many of his experiences to La Salle’s classrooms. Mr. Larson’s experiences, interests,...

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