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Students of AVID 9 and 10 take notes as they learn about different careers from AVID 11 students. The career fair took place last Friday.
AVID 11 hosts career fair
Eric Lee, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Design • February 7, 2025
A vegetarian charcuterie board basks in the sun. Students and teachers followed various diets for reasons including health benefits and personal beliefs.
Dietary decisions
Elsa Goodman, Director of Social Media • January 21, 2025

There are countless diets around the world, many of which students at the school follow for many different reasons. To name a few, there is vegetarianism,...

Left to right: Riley Tone (12) and Thomas Maher ('24). Student manager Tone holds up the 2024 CIF Open Division trophy with Maher. Tone became a manager for the boys varsity basketball and boys varsity baseball team after suffering an ACL tear  his freshman year. Photo courtesy of Riley Tone.
Managing morale
January 10, 2025
Ayla Tang (11) and Somie Tang ('24) pose on Ed Burke Field after the graduation ceremony. Somie began her schooling at the University of British Columbia this school year. Photo courtesy of Ayla Tang.
Far from the nest
December 2, 2024
The girls varsity volleyball team (28-9) huddles up before a game. Outside hitter Rilyn Morales (12) sustained the same ankle injury twice, setting her back this season. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Athletes return to sports post-injury
Claire Zhou and Jamie Crowley February 7, 2025

In the world of elite sports, injuries are an inevitable reality. Whether in figure skating, volleyball or basketball, student athletes at this school sustain injuries from the wear of rigorous training or uncontrollable accidents, raising concerns about...

Cardinal Choas rushes the court as the Falcons secure their sixth consecutive win at home. Karel Novy (12) sank the game winning shot in overtime, leaving the team with a final score of 69-68. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Boys varsity basketball defeats Lancers at home
Ellie Koff, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Outreach
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Students of AVID 9 and 10 take notes as they learn about different careers from AVID 11 students. The career fair took place last Friday.
AVID 11 hosts career fair
Eric Lee, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Design • February 7, 2025
Anchors Katerina Wietfeldt and Catalina Baraya cover this week's stories on Falcon Vision. This show aired at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 7. Photo courtesy of Chase Clabo.
Video: Feb. 7, 2025 Falcon Vision
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • February 7, 2025
Grammy awards sit, ready to be handed off. On Sunday, Los Angeles came together at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards to garner $7 million for fire relief through MusiCares. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Free Malaysia Today.
67th Annual Grammy Awards recap
Lana Weber, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025
School administrators pose for a picture on the course. Former Assistant Principal Robert Shockney spent his last day at the school on Friday. Left to right: Robert Shockney, Rob Coppo, Rebecca Gallow and Tracy Olander. Photo courtesy of Robert Shockney.
Former Assistant Principal Robert Shockney takes on district role
Lily Bruch and Jamie Crowley February 5, 2025
Dominating the music scene, SZA remains one of the top modern R&B artists. On Dec. 20, SZA released 'Lana.' Photo courtesy of deshaunicus through Creative Commons.
Album Review: ‘Lana’
Ellie Koff, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Outreach • February 4, 2025
In this episode, hosts interviews Lander Arauzo and Gabriel Biderman about their business, Arauzo studios. The podcast is posted monthly.
High School Side Hustles Podcast, Episode 2: Arauzo Studios
Daniel McKie and Antonio Mazo December 16, 2024
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Grammy awards sit, ready to be handed off. On Sunday, Los Angeles came together at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards to garner $7 million for fire relief through MusiCares. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Free Malaysia Today.
67th Annual Grammy Awards recap
Lana Weber, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025

In the wake of the tragic Los Angeles wildfires, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday brought artists of various genres together to support...

Dominating the music scene, SZA remains one of the top modern R&B artists. On Dec. 20, SZA released 'Lana.' Photo courtesy of deshaunicus through Creative Commons.
Album Review: ‘Lana’
Ellie Koff, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Outreach • February 4, 2025

SZA did it again. With her latest album “Lana,” the R&B sensation proves why she remains one of the most compelling voices in modern...

Society treats 'conventionally attractive' people as superior. What was the issue of valuing appearance over actions?
‘Pretty Privilege’: A chokehold on society
Lana Weber, Staff Writer • January 30, 2025

From the rise of Korean skincare to the numerous beauty filters available on social media, now, more than ever, we live in a society where beauty...

AI controls our thoughts, actions and academic decisions. What was the cost of AI on our academic success and how could we proceed in a world run by AI?
Reconsidering AI use in school
Sneha Lele, Copy Editor • January 29, 2025

With the click of a button, a line of direction or a simple request, OpenAI can answer any possible question, concern or direction. Within seconds,...

Anchors Katerina Wietfeldt and Catalina Baraya cover this week's stories on Falcon Vision. This show aired at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 7. Photo courtesy of Chase Clabo.
Video: Feb. 7, 2025 Falcon Vision
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • February 7, 2025

In this week's episode, reporters interview seniors about their top course recommendations, interview a club president, go behind the scenes...

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