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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

Junior Ashley Nelson and senior Will Clem took home winning titles over the weekend for their work in theatrical makeup design and scenic design, respectively.

La Salle Thespians Earn First Place in State, Advance to International Competition

Lillian Paugh, Editor April 17, 2023

On Saturday, April 15, two members of La Salle’s International Thespian Society (ITS) chapter made history in Salem at the Oregon Thespian State Festival as the first La Salle students to ever advance...

The sun is setting on the horizon at Altamont Park.

Nature Nearby: Places To Visit When Life Gets Stressful

Ashley Hawkins, Assistant Editor April 12, 2023

 Being a student is not easy. Life is stressful. It’s easy to get caught up in school, sports, or extracurricular activities. Combatting stress can seem daunting and impossible sometimes; however,...

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...

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...

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...

The Falcons closed out their last home game of league play with a big win.

A Night of Celebration: La Salle Varsity Boys Basketball Takes Down Rival Wilsonville on Senior Night

Seychelle Marks-Bienen, Staff Reporter February 22, 2023

On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the #7 La Salle boys varsity basketball team faced off against the #3 Wilsonville Wildcats at home, clinching a narrow 52-50 win. But the final score wasn’t the only thing celebrated...

Students going on the Dominican Republic service immersion are selling Italian sodas and treats such as muffins, doughnuts, and candy bars through Café Justo to raise money for their trip.

For One Week Only: Café Justo Reopens to Support Dominican Republic Immersion Trip

Josephine Robinson, Editor in Chief February 15, 2023

During the week of Feb. 13 through 17, Café Justo has reopened its windows during both A and B lunches to sell Italian sodas and treats to the La Salle community.  The proceeds from this sale are...

Principal Ms. Alanna O’Brien introduced a presentation to the student body by talking about a return to pre-pandemic normalcy. “This is not a response to address massive problems,” she said. “This is for clarity.”

Clarity After COVID: La Salle Adjusts Its Behavioral Policies

Megan Snyder, Editor In Chief February 1, 2023

With the start of the new semester, revisions to the behavior response guidelines in the student handbook are now in effect, including changes to the rules outlining iPad usage, other technology use, attendance,...

“What I love about the portfolios is that there is a lot of creativity involved and the student has a lot of agency to put in their portfolio what matters to them,” Principal Ms. Alanna O’Brien said.

Confused About Senior Portfolios? Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Josephine Robinson, Editor in Chief February 1, 2023

Since its introduction to La Salle in 2019, senior portfolios have provided a way for seniors to reflect upon their years in high school and share that journey with others before graduating.   The...

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...

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