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The La Salle Falconer

The student news site of La Salle Catholic College Preparatory.

The La Salle Falconer

 Lilith Fickles biggest role model is her mom because she works hard and has done a lot for her family.

Student of the Week: Lilith Fickle

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Junior Lilith Fickle has enjoyed her experience here at La Salle so far, especially the fact that it has more of an open environment compared to her middle and elementary school, Portland Adventist Elementary...

Abigail Baye thinks her friends would describe her as “funny, energetic, nice to be around, [and that she] gives good advice,” she said.

Student of the Week: Abigail Baye

Sunny Super, Staff Reporter November 1, 2023

Sophomore Abby Baye came to La Salle from St. John the Baptist because she “heard about the amazing education and environment that is here at La Salle,” she said. At the moment, Baye’s favorite...

“At La Salle we are really building a community here, we help promote spirit and La Salle pride,” Sharyan said.

Student of the Week: David Sharyan

Jonah Ward, Staff Reporter October 25, 2023

Sophomore David Sharyan entered La Salle after attending Fransician Montessori Earth School for eight years. He greatly valued his experience with Montessori learning as it allowed him to expand academically...


Many La Salle students celebrate Halloween with family and friends while participating in activities they have been doing since they were little.

Spooky, Scary Falcons: La Salle Students Share Their Halloween Traditions

Maddy Lafollette, Assistant Editor October 25, 2023

Despite the fact Halloween is not a nationally recognized holiday, La Salle students enthusiastically embrace their Halloween traditions in numerous ways, ranging from dressing up to carving pumpkins,...

Sophomore Gracie Roca thinks her friends would describe her as easygoing and fun to be around.

Student of the Week: Gracie Roca

Olivia Hungerford, Staff Reporter October 18, 2023

Before coming to La Salle, sophomore Gracie Roca attended St. Therese School in Northeast Portland. She made the decision to come to La Salle because “I knew a lot of people were going here and I heard...

On Thursday, the battle between Ken and Barbie took place as students were encouraged to dress inspired by either.

La Salle’s Spirit Week: Come On Barbie Let’s Go Party!

Cadence Wooden, Editor October 11, 2023

With homecoming week taking place, La Salle’s Leadership class created a Barbie-themed spirit week to add to the Barbie theme of Homecoming. The themes varied throughout the week from Monday through...

Each student has their methods to their success, some have habits varying from keeping planners to taking naps and the occasional brain break.

The Steps to Success: How Three Students Work To Balance It All

Gwen Brown, Staff Reporter October 11, 2023

Everyone has been there at some point: swamped with so much homework and not knowing where to start. With the new school year starting up, it can be a struggle to get back into the groove of balancing...

 Junior Jonas Caddell thinks his friends would describe him as a chill, laid back person.

Student of the Week: Jonas Caddell

Sunny Super, Staff Reporter October 11, 2023

Junior Jonas Caddell started his academic experience at St. Agatha Catholic School before coming to high school. He chose to come to La Salle three years ago, after falling in love with the small, close-knit...

Though she does not have a specific favorite song, senior Stacia Han enjoys listening to artists such as Mitski and Lady Gaga.

Student of the Week: Stacia Han

Harper Coleman, Staff Reporter October 4, 2023

Senior Stacia Han kicked off her La Salle experience in the midst of COVID-19, a rough start to her high school career. “I wasn't able to go out a lot, and I think that also built up a lot of stress...

Outside of his education and football, Rodriguez is also an avid listener to many genres of music, and currently favors Hispanic music. “Music is a big part of my life, and I love that,” he said.

Student of the Week: Daniel Rodriguez

Bella Buss, Staff Reporter September 27, 2023

Senior Daniel Rodriguez's journey at La Salle had started with many challenges, considering “coming off of Covid, my whole freshman year was online,” he said. “Coming back sophomore year was a big...

La Salle’s 2023 Homecoming will take place on Friday, Oct. 6 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. inspired by the summer hit movie “Barbie.”

Welcome to Barbieland: La Salle’s 2023 Homecoming

Maddy Lafollette, Assistant Editor September 27, 2023

It’s time to get all dressed up and slip on your dancing shoes as La Salle’s fall dance, Homecoming, is happening next week.  Time and Date:  On Friday, Oct. 6, this year's homecoming dance...

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