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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
Samantha Kar

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief

Samantha is a senior at La Salle. She is a varsity swimmer on the swim team. In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano, photography, and hanging out with her friends and family.

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Senior Macauley Callahan, a five year Oregon Zoo volunteer, has found his passion for animals and conservation, with hopes to become a veterinarian.

Senior Macauley Callahan, Oregon Zoo Volunteer and Aspiring Veterinarian, Gains Experience and Discovers a Career Path

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2019
Seniors Lenora Mathis and Brigid Hanley one year ago anticipating the opening of Café Justo.

[Photo] Café Justo’s Growth in Its First Year of Business Sparks Popularity and New Additions

Olivia Galbraith, Staff Reporter
April 17, 2019
Throughout her time at La Salle, Brigid Hanley has earned a total of 16 varsity letters from sports, speech & debate, and choir.

[Photo] Next Level Seniors: Brigid Hanley Commits to Run Track & Field and Cross Country at the University of Arizona

April 10, 2019
Humans of La Salle: What Students and Staff Have Been Giving Up for Lent

Humans of La Salle: What Students and Staff Have Been Giving Up for Lent

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
March 20, 2019
The bench intently watches the game as only a couple minutes of the game remain.

Winter Sports in Action: #5 Varsity Girls Basketball Team Conquers #1 Wilsonville in Semifinals

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
March 13, 2019
Seniors Kiriahna Edeline, Madison York, Dani Rinz, and Ana Lopez Bonilla were among those who expressed a desire for a change in the dress code policy on nose piercings.

La Salle Administration Sees Nose Piercing Decision Process As Model for the Future

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2019
With a final swim this Friday, Madi Nichols will have attended the state championships all four years while on the varsity swim team.

Senior Madi Nichols Concludes Her Successful Swim Career at La Salle Despite a Rare Blood Clot Sophomore Year

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2019
Seniors Jace Norton and Justin North scan the court.

Winter Sports in Action: #8 Boys Basketball Team Falls Short 44-57 to #2 Wilsonville

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2019
Rogers's debut studio album "Heard It In A Past Life" featuring "Alaska" and "Light On" has topped Billboard's Alternative Albums and Top Album Sales charts.

After Going Viral in a Video With Pharrell Williams, Maggie Rogers’ #1 Album “Heard It in a Past Life” Mixes Smash Hits With Sincerity

Samantha Kar, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2019
The Falcons in action in the brick oven on Dec. 7, 2018 against Black Hills.

#10 Boys Basketball Team Looks To Improve Current League Record

Samantha Kar, Editor
January 16, 2019
A view of the Chicago skyline.

City of Big Stories: Seven Falconer Staff Travel to Chicago for NHSJC, Win Best of Show Award

Samantha Kar, Editor
November 7, 2018
From Billie Eilish to Travis Scott: 10 Upcoming Concerts in the Portland Area That You Don’t Want to Miss

From Billie Eilish to Travis Scott: 10 Upcoming Concerts in the Portland Area That You Don’t Want to Miss

Samantha Kar and Peyton Hedges
October 11, 2018
Senior Ben Luu hard at work studying in the library. Although schoolwork is important, so is taking a break and finding time for yourself.

How to Overcome High School Challenges: Five Tips From a Senior to Underclassmen

Samantha Kar, Editor
October 3, 2018
Athlete of the Week: Maria Smith

Athlete of the Week: Maria Smith

Samantha Kar, Editor
September 19, 2018
Humans of La Salle: Falcons Show Off Their Fall Fashion

Humans of La Salle: Falcons Show Off Their Fall Fashion

Samantha Kar, Editor
September 19, 2018
Say Hello to the New Teachers and Staff for the 2018–2019 School Year

Say Hello to the New Teachers and Staff for the 2018–2019 School Year

Emily Hawkins, Samantha Kar, and Tarn Bregman
September 12, 2018
A Letter From The Falconer Editors

A Letter From The Falconer Editors

Peyton Hedges and Samantha Kar
September 12, 2018
Next Level Seniors: Kendal Shride Joins Azusa Pacific University's Acro & Tumbling Team

Next Level Seniors: Kendal Shride Joins Azusa Pacific University’s Acro & Tumbling Team

Emily Hawkins and Samantha Kar
June 6, 2018
Student of the Week: Summer Tran

Student of the Week: Summer Tran

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
May 30, 2018
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[Photo] Next Level Seniors: Sydney Nakagawa Dives Into Her Next Adventure as a Collegiate Athlete

May 30, 2018
Next Level Seniors: Tennis Commit Michaela Pinto Continues On to Coe College

Next Level Seniors: Tennis Commit Michaela Pinto Continues On to Coe College

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
May 23, 2018
The logo for the Academic Showcase was designed by junior Ryan Fahlman-Katler.

La Salle’s First Academic Showcase: A Celebration of Learning

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
May 2, 2018
"El Otro Lado": La Salle Students and Staff Experience "The Other Side" on the Arizona Border Immersion

“El Otro Lado”: La Salle Students and Staff Experience “The Other Side” on the Arizona Border Immersion

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
April 11, 2018
Athlete of the Week: Caitlynn Young

Athlete of the Week: Caitlynn Young

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
March 21, 2018
The Disappointing Snapchat Update That Everyone Hates

The Disappointing Snapchat Update That Everyone Hates

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
March 7, 2018
Now Six Time League Champions, Girls Basketball Team Seeks Third State Title in Five Years

Now Six Time League Champions, Girls Basketball Team Seeks Third State Title in Five Years

Samantha Kar, Assistant Editor
February 28, 2018
Guitar students will be building guitars from scratch next semester

Coffee Shop Coming to La Salle, Along with Many Other Projects, Thanks to Dare to Dream

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
January 24, 2018

Girls Basketball Looks to Continue String of State Tournament Appearances

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2018
Second Phase of Campus Development Bringing $750,000 of Renovations to La Salle

Second Phase of Campus Development Bringing $750,000 of Renovations to La Salle

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2017
Girls Basketball Going for a Third State Championship This Season

Girls Basketball Going for a Third State Championship This Season

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
November 29, 2017
The Impact of Logic's 1-800-273-8255

The Impact of Logic’s 1-800-273-8255

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2017
Student of the Week: Leland Wong

Student of the Week: Leland Wong

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2017
The Spirit of Halloween in Portland: Five Places to Visit this Season

The Spirit of Halloween in Portland: Five Places to Visit this Season

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2017
Volleyball Team, Ranked #10 in State, Looks Ahead Toward Playoffs

Volleyball Team, Ranked #10 in State, Looks Ahead Toward Playoffs

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
October 18, 2017
Mr. Swanson's favorite part of his job is working with students, pictured here with senior Megan Lyver.

Teacher of the Week: Mr. Swanson

Samantha Kar, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2017
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[Photo] After Strong 3-2 Start, Varsity Football Looks Toward Milwaukie, Playoffs

Michaela Carter, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2017
La Salle Welcomes New Teachers and Staff for the 17-18 School Year

La Salle Welcomes New Teachers and Staff for the 17-18 School Year

Kendal Shride and Samantha Kar
September 20, 2017
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