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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
Zayna Elkhal

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter

Sophmore Zayna Elkhal’s family is originally from Syria, and she loves snowboarding, dark chocolate, reading, and writing.

Before the sixth grade Elkhal despised reading and writing. She would always just stare at the book and pretend to read it during reading time. It wasn’t until the sixth grade during Covid-19 she was so bored, that she got into reading. 

All it took was one good book to set her off. She now reads romance and thriller novels.

However, it wasn’t until seventh grade she started to like writing. Specifically she would write slam poetry.

Her poetry was more about how she felt. It was a way for her to express herself.

Since then, Elkhal has decided to join journalism to better her writing and comprehending skills.

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According to the Oregon Department of Transportation, in order to obtain a license, the participant must have had their permit for six months and have logged 100 hours of driving with a supervisor, unless they have done driver’s ed, where only 50 hours of supervised driving is needed.

What Does Being a Student Driver Look Like?

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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The flag football team scored a win against Seaside High School, 55-41, during their Senior Night on Wednesday, May 7, maintaining their record of 6-3.

Flag Football Celebrates Senior Night With 55-41 Victory Against Seaside

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Kaitlyn Roozen and Zayna Elkhal
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[Video] Flowers Blooming and Students Relaxing: Falcons Share Spring Break Plans

Kaitlyn Roozen and Zayna Elkhal
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Spanish teacher Ms. Amy Gantt helps a junior Gabrielle Jones with classwork.

Class Prep at a College Prep: How La Salle’s Teachers Get Ready for School

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Earth club has started its journey to improve La Salle’s environment and become an Oregon Green School (OGS).

Earth Club: Planting the Seeds for Stewardship

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Zayna Elkhal and Audrey Waters
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[Photo] Photos of the Week

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Affinity Groups at La Salle Share About Their Culture and Community

Zayna Elkhal and James Garone
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Photo Story: 56 La Salle Students Join Over 1.4 Million Others Nationwide as National Honor Society Members

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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A collection of student and staff performances brought people together on the evening of Friday, Sept. 20, at the first Open Mic Night of the year.

Open Mic Night: Spotlighting the Voices of La Salle

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Junior Ali Moran enjoys being outdoors, hiking, and traveling.

Athlete of the Week: Ali Moran

Zayna Elkhal and Harper Coleman
September 11, 2024
Next year, Tyler Smith will be headed to West Point, New York to attend the United States Military Academy.

Tyler Smith is Making His Way to West Point

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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This year, track and field sets the stage for a bigger team and bigger goals.

The Track and Field Team Takes On the 2024 Season

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Senior Bella Hanna-Barofsky plays the piano and likes to paint in her free time.

Athlete of the Week: Bella Hanna-Barofsky

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Senior Gelila Tadele loves traveling. Some of her destinations have included Mexico, Canada, Ethiopia, Dubai, and Eritrea. The next place on her bucket list she wants to travel to is Europe.

Student of the Week: Gelila Tadele

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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On Feb. 10, La Salle will host the winter formal in the gym from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Keep Me Where the Northern Lights Are: La Salle’s 2024 Winter Formal

Maddy Lafollette and Zayna Elkhal
January 31, 2024
Approximately 45 families are being supported by La Salle’s Christmas Drive.

A Season of Giving: La Salle Donates Gifts to Lot Whitcomb

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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During tryouts, coaches are mainly looking for attitude, effort, integrity, and commitment.

Photo Story: Girls and Boys Basketball Tryouts Set Stage for Season Ahead

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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Lilith Fickle's biggest role model is her mom because she works hard and has done a lot for her family.

Student of the Week: Lilith Fickle

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[Photo] Photos of the Week

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La Salle Welcomes Future Falcons at This Year’s Open House

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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On top of Vala Saghafi’s athletics, he takes his academic life just as seriously. “I make sure I get all my work done before I can play,” he said.

Athlete of the Week: Vala Saghafi

Zayna Elkhal, Staff Reporter
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