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Avery Marks

Avery Marks, Editor

Avery Marks is a born and raised Oregonian, who would rather be drenched in rain than use an umbrella (with the exception of keeping books or food dry). 

In her first year, Avery started the Falconer's longest running podcast, “Let’s Talk About Cult Classics,” which has since then reached its second season. Of the movies covered, one of her favorites is “Labyrinth,” despite its (very few) flaws and has both a tarot card set and RPG (role player game) based off of the cult classic movie.

Outside of journalism, Avery goes white water rafting on the Deschutes River with family friends. Despite staying in an earwig infested campsite one year, she looks forward to the adrenaline rush it gives her each year. The specific highlights of those trips include the traditions of  jumping off a cliff and reading short stories by Patrick McManus, “Shooting the Chick-a-nout- Narrows” being a favorite among both families.

Whether it’s journalism, screenplays, or novels, Avery wants to pursue a career in writing in the future.

All content by Avery Marks
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 7: “Scream”

Avery Marks and Bella Buss
May 30, 2023
At any point in time during senior year, motivation for high school seems to be sucked dry as the light at the end of the tunnel approaches.

Diagnosis: Senioritis

Avery Marks, Editor
May 24, 2023
The cinema is still a great destination for your movie watching experience and there are several locations to suit varied tastes in the Portland area.

Theaters Around Town: Places To Reconnect With the Cinema

Avery Marks, Editor
May 10, 2023
This years Mens March Madness tournament yielded some crazy results creating a tournament unlike any of the previous.

[Photo] Men's March Madness in Review: Buzzer Beaters, Upsets, and an Unthinkable Final Four

April 12, 2023
It can be simple to adapt a movie from an already existing tale, but that doesn’t always mean that they’re on the same page.

Books to Blockbusters: Three Movies You Didn’t Know Came From Classics

Avery Marks, Editor
April 5, 2023
The girls varsity basketball team finished the 5A playoffs in third place.

Photo Story: Girls Varsity Basketball Takes Third Place in State With a Win Against Crater

Ruby Batcheller and Avery Marks
March 15, 2023
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 6: “Wizard of Oz”

Avery Marks and Bella Buss
March 15, 2023
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 5: “The Crow”

Avery Marks and Bella Buss
March 1, 2023
The week leading up to a production is often the most stressful, but the best work is produced.

The Stress of Dress

Avery Marks, Editor
February 8, 2023
La Salle’s performing arts lack the recognition that they deserve.

Performing Arts Are Often Overlooked and It’s Not Just La Salle

Avery Marks, Editor
December 14, 2022
Now that the time for pumpkin spice lattes has ended, new seasonal drinks are available at popular coffee chains.

Lattes, Tea, and Cold Brews Oh My

Avery Marks, Editor
December 14, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 5: “The Crow”

Avery Marks and Bella Buss
December 7, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 4: “Halloween”

Avery Marks and Bella Buss
November 16, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 3: “Hosts Choice”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
November 16, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 2: “Top Gun”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
October 26, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by senior Avery Marks and sophomore Bella Buss.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 3, Episode 1: “Field of Dreams”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
October 21, 2022

[Photo] Humans of La Salle: Go-To Fall Themed Drinks

Seleste Maldonado Ruiz, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2022
Starting to apply to colleges can be daunting, but the sooner you start, the less stressed you will be in the end.

What’s Next? — How to Start College Applications

Avery Marks, Editor
October 5, 2022
Cake art specialist and sophomore Joanna Perez-Hernandez plans to spend her sophomore year working hard.

Student of the Week: Joanna Perez-Hernandez

Avery Marks, Editor
September 14, 2022
During the summer, there is free time to be spent on movies, but the need for an escape might not be as essential as when you return to school.

The Movies You May Have Missed This Summer

Avery Marks, editor
September 7, 2022
Getting the recommended amount of sleep each night is especially hard for students when factoring in the varying start times of our weekly schedule.

Consistent Wake-Up Times Are Crucial to Teen’s Health

Avery Marks and Megan Snyder
June 1, 2022
The newest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” was released in theaters on May 6.

Everything You Need to Know Before Watching “Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness”

Avery Marks, Editor
May 15, 2022
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[Photo] Past Mastheads

May 12, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 21: “The Birds”

Avery Marks and Lukas Werner
March 16, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 20: “Breakfast At Tiffanys”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
March 9, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 19: “Raiders of the Lost Ark”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
March 2, 2022
Typewriters have a gorgeous aesthetic that makes them stand out as a method for writing.

Typewriters: Machines That Should Never Become a Thing of the Past

Avery Marks, Editor
February 23, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 18: “Caddyshack”

Avery Marks and Jasmine McIntosh
February 23, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 17: “Dazed and Confused”

Avery Marks and Elsie Buczkowski
February 16, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 16: “Howl’s Moving Castle”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
February 9, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 15: “The Sixth Sense”

Stella Rask and Avery Marks
January 19, 2022

Behind the Scenes of The Falconer’s Longest Running Podcast, “Let’s Talk About Cult Classics”

Avery Marks, Stella Rask, and Brooklyn Chillemi
January 19, 2022
Kate Bishop is a new protagonist of the Marvel Cinematic Universe debuting in the Hawkeye TV show.

Arrows Fly As Kate Bishop Joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
January 12, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 14: “Dead Poets Society”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
January 12, 2022
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 13: “The Outsiders”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
January 5, 2022
Christmas is a time full of pop-culture centered nostalgia, spanning from classic music on the radio to the movies.

Pop-Culture Christmas Quiz

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
December 15, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 12: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
December 15, 2021
Snow days are a time-honored tradition where students allow building igloos and sledding to take priority over schoolwork for the day.

La Salle Administration Explains How the School Will Navigate Snow Days After a Year of Digital Learning

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
December 15, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 11: “Charlie Brown Christmas”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
December 8, 2021
While most dont think of punk music as a part of their typical Christmas playlist, these are crucial to add variety.

Yule Tidings of Grunge: Avery’s Christmas Playlist

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
December 1, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 10: “The Shawshank Redemption”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
December 1, 2021
From food carts to cafes, La Salle is surrounded by places to try bubble tea.

The Best Boba Shops Near La Salle

Avery Marks and Josephine Robinson
November 17, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 9: “Jaws”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
November 17, 2021
Recently, the Newberg school district banned teachers from having political displays in their classroom, including both Black Lives Matter and pride symbols. Expressing support for a community or dignity for someones identity should not be considered political.

Editorial Cartoon: Identities Are Not Political

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
November 17, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 8: “Heathers”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
November 10, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 7: “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
November 3, 2021
Despite being presented as days to relax at home, full flex days often feel like straight sevens.

[Photo] Editorial Cartoon: Straight Seven in Disguise

November 3, 2021
Despite being presented as days to relax at home, full flex days often feel like straight sevens.

Editorial Cartoon: Straight Seven in Disguise

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
November 3, 2021
Currently on the girls’ junior varsity soccer team, freshman Allison Ginter is excited to continue playing soccer throughout her high school career.

Athlete of the Week: Allison Ginter

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
October 27, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 6: “A Nightmare on Elm Street”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
October 27, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 5: “Ghostbusters”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
October 20, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 4: “Friday the 13th”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
October 13, 2021
On Friday, Oct. 8th, “No Time To Die” was released in theaters, after a long wait.

“No Time To Die”: A Revolutionary James Bond Movie

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
October 13, 2021
At Tuesdays pep assembly, homecoming court announcements were made by a member of Executive Council.

Homecoming Returns for the First Time Since the Beginning of the Pandemic

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
October 6, 2021
Novel November is fast approaching, as writers prepare their stories.

Prep-tober: Now is The Time to Become a Novelist

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
October 6, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 3: “Gremlins”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
October 6, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 2: “Stand by Me”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
September 29, 2021
“Let’s Talk About Cult Classics” is hosted by junior Avery Marks and sophomore Jasmine McIntosh, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Season 2, Episode 1: “Weekend at Bernie’s”

Avery Marks and Stella Rask
September 22, 2021
When transitioning into the fall season, TV shows are the perfect way to set the mood.

Five TV Shows To Help Get You Into the Spirit of Fall

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
September 15, 2021
Barreras interest in theater was sparked by her love for music and playing the ukelele.

Student of the Week: Evelyn Barrera

Avery Marks, Assistant Editor
September 15, 2021
Lets Talk About Cult Classics is hosted by sophomore Avery Marks and junior Brooklyn Chillemi, and new episodes are released weekly.

Let’s Talk About Cult Classics, Episode 21: Season Finale

Avery Marks and Brooklyn Chillemi
June 2, 2021
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