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Lillian Paugh

Lillian Paugh, Editor

Northeast Portland, while a slight commute from La Salle, is where senior Lillian Paugh has lived her entire life. 

The ability to walk less than a few blocks in each direction and run into things like food carts, vintage stores, and coffee shops, makes the area one that she loves to spend time in.

In her free time, Lillian enjoys listening to all types of music, podcasts, and doing her laundry.

Still unsure what she wants to pursue in her future, Lillian hopes to do something involving Language Arts or studio art in the future, two subjects that have always been some of her favorites to study in school.

Lillian hopes to stay relatively close to home for college with schools in both Oregon and California high up on her list, although she isn’t opposed to traversing across the country to make it to the East Coast for school.

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In her three years as Director of Equity and Inclusion, Ms. Kiah Mounsey has dedicated her time at La Salle to making progress in promoting a more equitable and inclusive community.

Leaving Behind a Legacy at La Salle, Ms. Mounsey Prepares To Depart

Lillian Paugh and Lucy Loeb
May 24, 2023
Following the pandemic and worldwide adjustments made to schooling and students lives, the topic of mental health and the struggles that students are facing remains prevalent.

“It Is an Issue That Is Growing”: La Salle Talks Mental Health

Lillian Paugh and Lucas Pinaire
May 24, 2023
With the rise in accessibility of A.I. and chatbots, La Salle has been forced to navigate the blurred lines of helpful versus destructive uses of A.I. in an academic setting.

Chatting About Chatbots: La Salle Responds to A.I.

Lillian Paugh and Lucy MacNeela
May 17, 2023
Participants were given a sticker after volunteering, and the sticker they received depended on the outcome of the success of their donation.

La Salle Holds Spring Blood Drive

Lillian Paugh and Hannah Whiteside
May 10, 2023
Next Tuesday, May 9, the La Salle community will be invited to donate hygiene products and non-perishable food items and enjoy musical performances at a student-organized fundraiser.

Concert and Community Service: Sophomore Plans St. Vincent de Paul Fundraiser

Lillian Paugh, Editor
May 3, 2023
Narcan, also commonly known as Naloxone, is an opioid overdose-reversing drug supplied both as an injection and nasal spray form for emergency rescue use.

“We Realized That It Needs To Be Done”: La Salle Implements Opioid Overdose Rescue Kits

Lillian Paugh, Editor
April 26, 2023
Bringing together actors, singers, and friends and family, “The Sound of Music” debuts on La Salle’s stage.

The La Salle Theater Is Alive With “The Sound of Music”

Lillian Paugh, Editor
April 26, 2023
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
15 Falcons joined the Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society.

Expanding the Chapter: Falcons Inducted Into Journalism Honor Society

Lillian Paugh, Editor
April 12, 2023
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
Night on Broadway invited members of the La Salle community to help support the Pride Alliance and the International Thespian Society (ITS).

[Photo] For the Sixth Year in a Row, Night on Broadway Hits the Stage

March 22, 2023
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
English teacher Mr. Greg Larson has had a passion for storytelling since he was young.

Led by a Love for Literature: Mr. Larson’s Journey to La Salle

Vanessa Su and Lillian Paugh
March 1, 2023
Vice Principal for Student Life Mr. Hollingshead hopes that, through his work at La Salle, he will be able to both promote a positive environment for students as well as nurture strong relationships within the community.

Settling Into La Salle, Mr. Hollingshead Focuses on “Building a Strong School Culture and Climate”

Lillian Paugh, Editor
March 1, 2023
Ms. Sarah Maher has been a part of the Lasallian community for four years.

[Photo] Faith, Service, and Ms. Maher’s Journey to La Salle

March 8, 2023
The Catholic faith has been a part of Mr. Collins’ life since he was young, going on to attend Catholic school throughout his adolescence and ending up working for a few in his adulthood.

From Swim to Scripture: Mr. Collins Finds a Place Among La Salle’s Teaching Staff

Lillian Paugh, Editor
February 22, 2023
La Salle hopes to meet its student fundraising goal of $120,000 by the end of next week.

All School Assembly Held To Kick Off Better Together Fundraiser

Lillian Paugh, Editor
February 15, 2023
“The purpose of the assembly was to shed light on African Americans, both in our community and outside of our community, that have done anything courageous or any acts of courage,” senior and assembly organizer Allie Ball said.

La Salle Kicks Off Black History Month With School-Wide Assembly

Lillian Paugh, Editor
February 1, 2023
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
Mr. Garza’s focus is helping support the students who are a part of the San Miguel Scholars program, and he will begin seeing students this week.

New Counselor Mr. Mario Garza Joins La Salle Community

Lillian Paugh, Editor
January 11, 2023
Senior Onni Barron is excited to pursue what he loves and find happiness wherever he lands.

Student of the Week: Onni Barron

Lillian Paugh, Editor
January 11, 2023
The “Eas Mo Dragons” pose with their trophy after winning against “The Nutcrackers.”

“Eas Mo Dragons” Take Home a Win at La Salle Dodgeball Tournament

Lillian Paugh and Seleste Maldonado Ruiz
December 14, 2022
“Its the simplest act of service that people can do that does bring joy, and it does make a difference,” religious studies teacher and Director of Service Ms. Sarah Maher said.

20 Years of Service: La Salle Holds Annual Christmas Drive for Families in Need

Lillian Paugh and Seleste Maldonado Ruiz
December 14, 2022
“It’s beautiful just to see tradition be entered in the school,” Unidos Club leader Sammuel Carrillo said. “We’re a minority group, and were able to share and spread our tradition to other people.”

Celebrating Culture and Community, Unidos Club Holds Annual Posada

Seleste Maldonado Ruiz and Lillian Paugh
December 14, 2022
Students hold up a sign expressing their admiration for Educator of the Year Mr. Matthew Owen.

La Salle Community Celebrates Heroic Vow Ceremony and Educator of the Year

Lillian Paugh, Editor
November 16, 2022
“I enjoy those moments where were able to, [as] student and teacher, both be like, ‘Oh, theyre just humans, just like me,’” Mr. Owen said. “And moments like that have been really great.”

Balancing Work, Life, and Chemical Equations — Mr. Owen Named Educator of the Year

Lillian Paugh, Editor
November 15, 2022
The La Salle team comes together to examine their robot after a match.

Robotics Team Attends First Meet of the School Year

Lillian Paugh, Editor
November 2, 2022
Having attended Yale University for college, Mr. Shelburne spent a majority of his 14-year teaching career in Massachusetts but found his near 3,000-mile way to La Salle this year.

Passion for Mathin’ — Mr. Shelburne Finds His Way to La Salle

Lillian Paugh, Editor
October 26, 2022
“[The] National Honor Society now has a good focus on all the pillars: scholarship, leadership, character, and services,” National Honor Society advisor Mr. Keiron Redford said.

53 Falcons Join National Honor Society at Fall Induction Ceremony

Lillian Paugh, Editor
October 19, 2022
Junior Kaden Nguyen plays “Opus 25 No.1” by Chopin on the piano.

“Low Key, Low Stress, High Fun”: La Salle Hosts Open Mic Night

Lillian Paugh and Seleste Maldonado Ruiz
October 12, 2022
This year, La Salle welcomed 15 new transfer students from around Oregon and beyond to campus.

La Salle Fills Its Nest With 15 New Falcons

Lillian Paugh and Lucy Loeb
October 5, 2022
Theres pros and cons to every schedule,” science teacher Mr. Ryan Kain said.

New Year, New Schedule: Students and Staff Share Their Thoughts

Lillian Paugh, Editor
September 21, 2022
“My motto this year is, ‘Were going to do the best we can,’” counselor Ms. Michelle Berry said.

Amid National Staffing Shortage, La Salle’s Counseling Department Feels the Effects

Lillian Paugh, Editor
September 14, 2022
With La Salle modifying its health and safety practices to match those of local health authorities suggestions, many students and staff are beginning the school year without masks.

Mask On, Mask Off: La Salle’s COVID Procedures Adjusted for New School Year

Lillian Paugh, Editor
September 7, 2022
“Everything started going better,” sophomore Lisa Safina said. “And then the war started.”

Russian Transfer Student Lisa Safina Opens Up About Her Experiences Amid War in Ukraine

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2022
The Supreme Court draft opinion leak that revealed a plan to overturn Roe v. Wade has created conversations of differing opinions from students and teachers at La Salle.

La Salle Community Reacts to the Supreme Court’s Leaked Plans to Overturn Roe v. Wade

Lillian Paugh, Anna Waldron, and Lucy MacNeela
May 18, 2022
Homeroom classes competed against each other in games during the kickoff pep rally for the Better Together fundraiser.

[Photo] La Salle Community Raises More Than $114,000 For Better Together, Earning Celebrations

May 4, 2022
Homeroom classes competed against each other in games during the kickoff pep rally for the Better Together fundraiser.

[Photo] La Salle Community Raises More Than $114,000 For Better Together, Earning Celebrations

Nicholas Hounton, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2022
Despite conversations seemingly dying down about the Russo-Ukraine conflict, “the Ukrainian people are still hurting right now,” junior Veronika Gunther said.

“Democracy Is on the Line”: Lasallians Respond As Conflict Rages On Between Russia and Ukraine

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
April 27, 2022
Sebastian Gang is a senior at La Salle who has a passion for art, a love for skateboarding, and plans to travel the world.

Student of the Week: Sebastian Gang

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
March 30, 2022
“The Batman” is the first solo live-action Batman film to hit theaters — and HBO Max on April 19 — since the 2012 release of Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight Rises.”

After Nearly a Decade, The Dark Knight Flawlessly Rises In a New Light

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2022
“I think that anywhere you go, masks have sort of become another part of the local litter ecosystem,” senior Hannah Reddick said.

Protection Turned Pollution: Disposable Masks and Their Environmental Impact

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
February 16, 2022
“Im really glad to be back at school,” said senior Lisa Doles. “I know its my senior year, so Im supposed to be having fun, but Im actually having fun.”

Student of the Week: Lisa Doles

Lillian Paugh, Staff Reporter
January 19, 2022
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