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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

Though it is commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, the term Lunar New Year includes all Asian cultures and countries.

Lunar New Year: A Holiday Celebrated Here and Throughout the World

Rita Tran, Staff Reporter January 25, 2023

Lunar New Year is one of the most important and special holidays for many Southern and Eastern Asian countries. It is a celebration of family, friends, and cultural heritage.  Lunar New Year is not...

To bring some joy back into the stressed student body during finals week, Ms. Adriana Noesi and her leadership class orchestrated bringing eight baby goats to campus.

Goats Go Big at La Salle During Finals Week

Lillian Paugh and Lucy MacNeela January 25, 2023

On Tuesday, Jan. 24, La Salle invited eight four-legged friends onto campus, brightening an otherwise nerve-wracking week shrouded in final exams with the opportunity to spend the afternoon with baby...

After a late start to joining La Salle’s new staff, Mr. Ryan Gabbart is appreciative of everyone’s kindness and welcoming nature.

Hoping To Expand the Band, Mr. Ryan Gabbart Finds a Home at La Salle

Lucy MacNeela, Editor January 18, 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. Despite teaching only a Zero Period before...

Providing a break from the stress of upcoming finals, La Salle held its second Open Mic Night of the school year on Friday, Jan. 13.

La Salle Holds Its Second Open Mic Night of the Year

Seleste Maldonado Ruiz, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

On Friday, Jan. 13, La Salle hosted its second Open Mic Night of the school year. With 15 performances, some of which were returning performers from the previous Open Mic Night, La Salle’s community...

Since becoming a teacher, one thing that Mr. Hegarty loves is the creativity and originality that his students have.

Mr. Hegarty Shares His Hankering for History

Maddie Burns, Editor January 18, 2023

Social Studies teacher Mr. Hugh Hegarty has a strong passion for teaching history, and it all began with Indiana Jones.  The first movie of the trilogy came out when Mr. Hegarty was a kid. The main...

Mr. Garza’s focus is helping support the students who are a part of the San Miguel Scholars program, and he will begin seeing students this week.

New Counselor Mr. Mario Garza Joins La Salle Community

Lillian Paugh, Editor January 11, 2023

From the time he was in high school, new counselor Mr. Mario Garza recalled not having enough support from his counselors. Instead, he had to rely on other adults in the community, including his vice...

Hoping to bring joy and excitement to the lives of his students, Mr. Oey has been teaching math at La Salle since 1992.

The Path to La Salle: Mr. Oey’s Adventures in and Out of the Classroom

Haley Golden, Staff Reporter January 11, 2023

Math teacher and La Salle alumnus Mr. Linus Oey is dedicated to bringing as much fun as he can into the world.  Going all out when the holidays roll around each year, Mr. Oey lines his classroom with...

With a score of 284 at Saturday’s Rose City League Meet, Maker Industries currently sits at #1 in the world for First Tech Challenge events.

“That Was Crazy”: Maker Industries Sets World Record

Jasmine McIntosh, Assistant Editor January 11, 2023

La Salle’s robotics team, Maker Industries, has made history. On Jan. 7 at a Rose City League Meet, the team broke a world record for most points scored without penalties, scoring 284 points. This feat...

The Falconer spoke with nine staff members to figure out their favorite books from 2022.

A Year of Reading: A Look at Staff Best Reads From 2022

Ashley Hawkins, Assistant Editor January 6, 2023

A new year brings about all sorts of new things — whether it be experiences, people, or book preferences. Here is a look at a few teachers’ favorite books from 2022.

Counselors intend to offer Appa as an approachable resource for students that could provide them long-term help.

Appa At La Salle — Mental Health Through Mentorship

Lucas Pinaire, Staff Reporter January 4, 2023

La Salle announced its new partnership with online youth support resource Appa earlier this fall. This resource comes in addition to the counseling department’s efforts to support struggling students...

“I think everybody needs support,” Ms. Woodworth said. “Everybody needs help; you dont come into any education experience knowing everything.”

Available to Every Student, La Salle Welcomes Its Updated Peer Tutoring Program

Hannah Whiteside, Staff Reporter January 4, 2023

This year, La Salle has an updated peer tutoring program where students can receive help from classmates and teachers, placing an emphasis on making academic assistance available and normalizing the need...

The “Eas Mo Dragons” pose with their trophy after winning against “The Nutcrackers.”

“Eas Mo Dragons” Take Home a Win at La Salle Dodgeball Tournament

Lillian Paugh and Seleste Maldonado Ruiz December 14, 2022

La Salle’s student-teacher dodgeball tournament debuted on Saturday, Dec. 10, inviting the La Salle community to witness the defeat of the teachers and the victory of the team “Eas Mo Dragons.” “Glad...

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