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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

“All of my grandparents have a lot of siblings, so that means I have a lot of cousins,” senior Leah Simon said. “Growing up around such a large family community, it really instilled in me the importance of family values and of community and of relying on other people when you need it.”

Student of the Week: Leah Simon

Grady Wilkinson, Assistant Editor October 1, 2025

At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, senior Leah Simon spent six months at Rockaway Beach with her family. “Me and my siblings, because we couldn't really go into town… would just kind of explore...

“I just like the rigor because I think it challenges me mentally,” sophomore Jack Jordan said, reflecting on why he chose to attend La Salle. “I want to develop myself as a person.”

Student of the Week: Jack Jordan

Jasper Trehearne, Staff Reporter September 24, 2025

To the average person, spaghetti and fish sticks may not seem like a conventional meal, but for sophomore Jack Jordan, it carries special meaning. After Jordan’s mom immigrated from Vietnam when she...

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Organized, Not Surprised: Four Apps to Settle Back into the School Year

Audrey Waters, Editor September 17, 2025

Fall has rolled back around, and that means a few things: a fresh start, some readjustments to students’ workloads, and most importantly, a desperate need for organization. To be ahead of the curve,...

Freshman Sofia Hartner spends most of her school time in the theater lobby, where she meets her friends each morning and typically eats lunch.

Student of the Week: Sofia Hartner

Clover Martin, Assistant Editor September 17, 2025

When asked about her favorite color or cuisine, freshman Sofia Hartner will likely give the same answer.  “Everything,” she said. Despite the consistency in her taste, Hartner enjoys change. “I...

Senior Mackenzie Barrera’s family owns a cat, a dog, and a goose. The host family she had in Germany also owns a dog — now much too far away in her opinion.

Student of the Week: Mackenzie Barrera

Kieran Crist-Kenworthy, Assistant Editor September 10, 2025

As a child of two marines, senior Mackenzie Barrera is no stranger to following her family’s values to new places, with Oregon being the third state she has called home. “It’s always just been...

Freshman Gabrielle Sandell’s favorite TV show is “Outer Banks” because of how it “keeps you on the edge of your seat,” she said.

Student of the Week: Gabrielle Sandell

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter June 4, 2025

Freshman Gabrielle Sandell has lived her entire life in West Linn, usually spending her summers by going to the beach in Seaside. This summer, she’s headed overseas, returning to Italy for the second...

What Does The Summer Hold For The Falcons?

Cash Korvola and Ashe Hardigg June 4, 2025

As the school year comes to a close, the Lasallian community is looking forward to what the coming summer will entail. In this short video, students and staff reflect on why summer is important to them,...

La Salle’s Neon Glow Dance took place on Thursday, May 29, in the cafeteria from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., with students able to access the adjacent courtyard.

La Salle’s Neon Glow Dance Lights Up the Cafeteria

Gian Manzon, Staff Reporter June 4, 2025

Shortly after the Senior BBQ on Thursday, May 29, La Salle hosted their St. La Salle Dance under the Neon Glow theme in the cafeteria from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. to celebrate the final dance of the year. During...

Humans of La Salle: Advice From the Class of 2025

Rita Tran, Assistant Editor May 28, 2025

As they prepare to leave, La Salle’s graduating class of 2025 offers advice gleaned from their high school careers to their younger peers.

Sophomore Violet Geyer performed an Irish trio dance routine at the Roots Week assembly.

Student of the Week: Violet Geyer

Rune Puha, Staff Reporter May 28, 2025

Sophomore Violet Geyer has always lived in Oregon, previously attending Winterhaven Elementary School — which according to Geyer is a math and science focused school — for both her elementary and middle...

QUIZ: Which Minecraft Mob Are You?

Audrey Waters and Milo Trevino May 28, 2025

  With Minecraft’s release in 2009, it quickly gained popularity due to early internet videos and both its accessibility and versatility. It very soon became a household name. Despite the game...

Disabilities can come in many shapes and forms, even if they are not obvious to the naked eye.

Silent Struggles: What It’s Like Living With an Invisible Disability

Kaitlyn Roozen, Staff Reporter May 21, 2025

Imagine living in a world where it is a struggle to do basic everyday tasks, made worse through continuous dismissal from others and somewhat frequent feelings of isolation that come with their experiences.  That...

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