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This year will serve as the Falconers first year as an online publication, run by new adviser, Kara Adler.
Falconer transition to an online news platform
Ellie Koff and Lily Bruch September 6, 2024

The Falconer transitioned from print to an online news platform from the 2024-25 school year following the retirement of former adviser Mia Smith. By...

On August 20, a new protest policy was announced for UC and CSU schools. Photo courtesy of EdSource.
New UC/CSU protest policy
Ellie Koff, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Outreach • September 6, 2024

To start off the fall semester, several University of California and California State University campuses implemented new protest policies on...

A teen male dressed in stereotypical 'male manipulator' fashion surrounded by people. Art courtesy of Elyse Kim
Loving The Smiths does not make you a ‘male manipulator’
Joy Ma, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Longform • September 6, 2024
Staff writer Claire Zhou discusses the 'Keep Kids in School' law. Art courtesy of Bronwyn Roberts.
The ‘Keep Kids in School’ law will do anything but
Claire Zhou, Staff Writer • August 29, 2024
Joy Ma leans on her trusty frog companion, Ricky. He has been by her side throughout her high school journey.
Personal Perspective: Joy Ma
Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form • August 27, 2024
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The girls varsity lacrosse team hosted a Morgan's Message Dedication Game last season on April 20. Audrey Davidson, Morgan's Message president, is pictured as number 11. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Student athlete mental health
Jessie Chen, Staff Writer • September 3, 2024

In professional sports, the focus on physical performance often overshadows how athletes maintain their mental health under immense stress, an understated yet crucial aspect of their overall well-being. For many athletes, the pressures of competition,...

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Robert Downey Jr. reveals himself at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con Convention. He was re-introduced as Marvel Cinematic Universe character, Dr. Doom. Photo courtesy of NPR.
Robert Downey Jr. is back in the Marvel Cinematic Universe — now what?
Liv Weaver, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow • September 3, 2024

According to the LA Times, the Marvel Cinematic Universe started declining since 2019, with their popularity and box office profits decreasing...

During class, Casassa assists a student on the computer.
Fresh Face Friday: Kelly Casassa
April Kato, News Editor • September 6, 2024

Growing up surrounded by art, Kelly Casassa gravitated toward following an artistic career path almost naturally. Casassas’ artistic pursuits...

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