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According to senior Yedidiah Gebremariam, one of the two leaders of La Salle’s Black Student Union, “Black History Month is a time to honor the successes and achievements of Black people throughout history.”

Recognizing Our “American Tapestry,” La Salle Honors Black History Month

Finn Christensen-McElroy, Editor in Chief February 25, 2025

For senior Trey Williams, one of the two leaders of La Salle’s Black Student Union (BSU) along with senior Yedidiah Gebremariam, the Black History Month assembly highlighted the significant contributions...

From 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., high school journalists gathered at University of Oregon’s Portland campus for a chance to sharpen their journalistic skills.

Absorbing Journalism, Students Journey to Spring Media Day at U of O in Portland

Kayah Cieslak, Editor in Chief February 25, 2025

For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, 14 students on The Falconer staff ventured to Northeast Portland for Spring Media Day — a smaller convention compared to the one which took place in...

During the most-watched Super Bowl in history, Lamar turned spectacle into subversion — flipping patriotic symbols on their heads.

A Revolution, Televised: Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show

Clover Martin, Assistant Editor February 19, 2025

When Kendrick Lamar took the stage at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, it wasn’t just about hits. It was about hitting back. In just 13 minutes — with a record-breaking viewership of 127.7 million...

Students came to the gym and listened to Ms. Kimberly Howard Wade give a keynote address and learned from Hip Hop Soulsation Academy about Black history and its connection to dance during an assembly on Friday, Feb. 7.

Annual Black History Month Assembly Spotlights Heritage and Hip-Hop

Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor February 11, 2025

To celebrate Black History Month, students gathered in the gym on Friday, Feb. 7, for an assembly. Near the beginning, juniors Abigail Baye and Meklit Wondwossen introduced the keynote speaker —...

The final projects from the Climate Science class involved upperclassmen creating and carrying out a plan throughout the last few weeks of the first semester with the goal of making La Salle a greener school.

Students Take Climate Action Through Hands-On Final Projects

Esmé Ryznar, Assistant Editor February 11, 2025

A student-run flea market combating fast fashion, a school-wide battery recycling initiative, and a campaign to eliminate single-use plastics in the cafeteria — these are just some of the ways students...

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

A puppet quartet made of food. A fantastical quest across the universe, featuring actor Adrian Brody. A submarine sandwich, assembled in stop-motion from various inedibles. Anyone who’s taken...

A sketch of the Stanley Cup which is given to the champions of the National Hockey League.

Who’ll Win the Stanley? — NHL Playoff Predictions

Lou Rodriguez, Staff Reporter February 5, 2025

We’re more than halfway to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and there’s an extensive amount of teams contending, then there’s another half looking forward to which draft pick they’re going to get. Hockey...

Director of Equity and Inclusion Mr. Mario Garza believes that “it’s great to be diverse, but that doesn’t mean anything if there is no value put onto it,” he said.

A Look at Mr. Garza’s Diversity Goals for La Salle

Rita Tran, Assistant Editor February 5, 2025

When initially taking on the role of Director of Equity and Inclusion, Mr. Mario Garza was not fully sure of everything his job entailed. Now, one and a half years into the position, Mr. Garza has gained...

Several different alumni, parents, and community members came to speak about the professional branch of healthcare.

Bringing Students and Professions Together, Career Day Encourages Opportunities

Kayah Cieslak, Editor in Chief January 29, 2025

During La Salle’s Career Day on Wednesday, Jan. 29, students heard from professionals in various fields who gave insight into their careers, how they reached their current positions, and general...

Third places — a term coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg — can be anything from stoops to cafes and play a crucial role in fostering community and combating social isolation.

What We’re Missing: Third Places

Clover Martin, Assistant Editor January 29, 2025

When you’re not at home, and not at school or work, where are you most likely to be? If no particular spot comes to mind, you may be in need of a “third place.” In his book, “The Great Good...

The final project of the semester urges students to consider how to make La Salle more climate friendly.

Climate Science Elective Empowers Students To Advocate for the Environment

Kieran Crist-Kenworthy, Staff Reporter January 15, 2025

Last year, as part of a broader effort to respond to the deficit in learning surrounding climate change at La Salle, Science Department Chair Mr. Matthew Owen worked on creating the Climate Science class...

A Peek Behind the Curtains of the Winter One Acts

Finn Christensen-McElroy, Editor in Chief January 15, 2025

For the second year in a row, the La Salle Theater has presented a series of one-acts for their winter production, titled “Originals.” In the weeks before these student-directed, produced, and designed...

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