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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. Poteet recommends the book “Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You, but said that its always great to reread a classic, like Harry Potter.

Nine Staff Members Recommend a Book to Read While Social Distancing

Maya Smith, Editor April 15, 2020

As a result of the coronavirus outbreak, the United States, along with other countries around the globe, has turned to social distancing as a strategy to flatten the curve of infection. For many people,...

To balance the workload associated with digital learning, many upperclassmen  recommend taking breaks in between assignments.

How to Survive Digital Learning Days, According to Upperclassmen

Fia Cooper and Carlie Weigel April 15, 2020

With the school year now ending in digital learning days (DLDs), many students might be wondering how to prioritize their work in order to finish the year on a strong note.  Before the outbreak of...

Anna Dethlefs enjoys being involved with the theater and choir programs, along with La Salles equestrian team.

Student of the Week: Anna Dethlefs

Matthew Jayne, Staff Reporter April 15, 2020

Sophomore Anna Dethlefs has been riding horses since she was in fifth grade. When she found out that La Salle did not have an equestrian team, she was initially disappointed, but eventually helped to create...

English teacher Mr. Gregory Larson said that when he was a high schooler he just wanted to be liked.

English Teacher Mr. Larson Talks Literature, Technology, and Today’s Youth

Mia Kritzer, Assistant Editor April 8, 2020

Circa 2007, a young Mr. Gregory Larson was just like lots of other kids his age, seeking validation from peers and trying to discover his identity. Through his four years as a student at La Salle, Mr....

Freshman Jack Koppy was first introduced to baseball in kindergarten by his father.

Student of the Week: Jack Koppy

Brooklyn Chillemi, Assistant Editor April 8, 2020

The stakes were high for freshman Jack Koppy and the Cavs during their team’s championship game last year, but they didn’t come out victorious like they had planned.  Despite the heavy weight of...

Students and Staff Document Spring Break in Quarantine

Maddie Khaw and Reilly Smith April 1, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has shifted the lives of everyone in the La Salle community in many ways. During this unprecedented time, many aspects of high school life have been upturned — school, sports,...

In Oregon, stores and restaurants are now restricted from giving out plastic bags. Additionally, straws are only handed out when asked for by a customer.

Paper is the New Plastic: Students and Staff Share Their Opinions on New Regulations in Oregon

Kalei Carter, Staff Reporter April 1, 2020

Two new laws that recently took effect were having a big impact on La Salle students and staff, at least before the coronavirus changed everything. As of Oct. 1, all Portland businesses are not allowed...

Junior Molly Jenne not only maintains an impressive GPA, but she also participates in club and high school soccer, track and field, student council, the service and heart CPR clubs, as well as the Catholic Church.

Student of the Week: Molly Jenne

Paige Baines, Staff Reporter April 1, 2020

Junior Molly Jenne is the definition of a hard worker. With a constantly full schedule, it might seem impossible for her to keep her 4.357 GPA from this semester standing strong, but somehow she does....

Senior Brenner Henry participates in cross country and track and field at La Salle.

Student of the Week: Brenner Henry

Kalei Carter, Staff Reporter March 18, 2020

Wake up at 6:45, eat breakfast, drive 30 minutes to school, survive through AP Chemistry and AP Government, practice from 3:30 to 5:30, drive 30 minutes home, finish two hours of homework, and make it...

Junior Ryan Cechini takes five advanced courses and is a member of the tennis team.

Student of the Week: Ryan Cechini

Isaac Brown, Staff Reporter March 11, 2020

Junior Ryan Cechini keeps a busy schedule consisting of AP and honors classes, tennis, and photography, and ended last semester with a 4.12 GPA. He is taking AP English 3, AP U.S. History, AP Calculus...

Senior Alvina Hsiao has participated in ten La Salle theater productions since her freshman year.

Student of the Week: Alvina Hsiao

Mia Kritzer, Assistant Editor March 4, 2020

Senior Alvina Hsiao has certainly made the most of her time at La Salle, balancing AP Calculus, AP  English 4, AP Government, and AP Biology all this year.   For Hsiao, acting has been an outlet...

Six Seniors Share Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen

Six Seniors Share Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen

Avery Eldon and Kiran Vogt March 4, 2020

Learning the ropes of high school can be a challenge as students are tasked with creating new friendships, adjusting to more rigorous curriculum, and finding their true identities. From a variety of...

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