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The school's orchestra performs under the conduct of Music Director, Amy Gelb. The Fall Concert took place on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.
Annual Fall Concert
April Kato, News Editor • October 11, 2024
The varsity lyrical team performs in the second-half of the Fall for Dance concert. Dressed in lyrical dance costumes, the team danced to "Various Storms and Saints" by Florence + The Machine. Photo Courtesy of Sarah Kaye.
Fall for Dance concert
October 4, 2024
School psychologist Lauren Chambers sorts through paperwork in her office. Chambers started her work in the district in 2017 and assumed her position at the school this year.
Fresh Face Friday: Lauren Chambers
Liv Weaver, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow • October 11, 2024

Kindergartners are known to be a handful, expressing a variety of behaviors that require the diverse skillset of a teacher. However, when Lauren...

A student browses CNN on their Chromebook, preparing to click on a story. In recent years, younger generations are faced with more social media bias over traditional platforms.
Modern-day media bias
October 3, 2024
Peer tutors Daniel Schwabach (12) and Yuta Hakozaki (12), and Peer Tutoring Club president Kei Tashiro (12) gather at their table. After the last bell rang, they set up the table with chromebooks and papers, ready to assist students with tutoring sessions.
From peer to peer
October 2, 2024
Adviser Kara Adler smiles in the new Falcon Vision studio, where they host live broadcasts every Friday. Last year, Adler taught Video Film I, TV Production and Advanced Video Film.
Teacher Feature: Kara Adler
September 30, 2024
The boys varsity water polo team is currently 1-0 in league. After defeating Mt.Carmel High School on Oct. 2, the team is off to a hopeful start. Photo courtesy of Jack Mason.
Boys varsity water polo starts the season off strong
Jamie Crowley, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

Water splashes as players fight for control, their shouts mixing with cheers from fans. Each pass was precise, each stroke strong, as the tension built with every second. The smell of chlorine and the thrashing of bodies in the water set the stage for...

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The school's orchestra performs under the conduct of Music Director, Amy Gelb. The Fall Concert took place on Oct. 9 at 7 p.m.
Annual Fall Concert
April Kato, News Editor • October 11, 2024
School psychologist Lauren Chambers sorts through paperwork in her office. Chambers started her work in the district in 2017 and assumed her position at the school this year.
Fresh Face Friday: Lauren Chambers
Liv Weaver, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow • October 11, 2024
Students at the school bike as their full-time sport. The students shared how they got into this sport. Photo courtesy of Aiden Farmer.
Video: Breakaway
Falcon Vision Staff, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024
In recent years, the effects of climate change have become increasingly apparent with changing weather, increased natural disasters and the loss of species. Ecocide arose as a critical ethical and legal issue.
Ecocide: Criminalizing environmental damage
Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form • October 10, 2024
The Millennium Falcons compete in the Chezy Champs robotics competition with their robot, Drippy McCool. The team placed No.33 out of 43 overall. Photo courtesy of Timothy Chang.
Millennium Falcons compete at Chezy Champs
Claire Zhou, Writer • October 10, 2024
Art teacher, Kelly Casassa helps students on a ceramic's project. Casassa received her doctorate in art. Photo courtesy of Coral Diaz.
Video: Drawing a new path
Falcon Vision Staff, Producer • October 10, 2024
A&E
Shop for supplements, merch and healthy snacks along with your smoothies and acai bowls. Located in the Del Mar Highlands, Sun Life opened their doors in August.
Restaurant Review: SunLife Organics
Jessie Chen and Joanne Liu October 9, 2024

In the bustling Del Mar Highlands Town Center, SunLife Organics settles in its new cozy corner beside the Sky Deck and CeramiCafe. The brightly...

In recent years, the effects of climate change have become increasingly apparent with changing weather, increased natural disasters and the loss of species. Ecocide arose as a critical ethical and legal issue.
Ecocide: Criminalizing environmental damage
Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form • October 10, 2024
Top universities are a hot topic, ablaze amid sexual assault and various scandals resulting fraternities. How could universities move forward and assume greater accountability for the well-being of their students and the reputation of their institutions?
'The college experience': Sexual assault to hazing within Greek life
Makaylah Gerling, Editor-in-Chief • October 8, 2024
Students at the school bike as their full-time sport. The students shared how they got into this sport. Photo courtesy of Aiden Farmer.
Video: Breakaway
Falcon Vision Staff, Staff Writer • October 11, 2024

In this week's show, reporters showcase students breaking away from traditional sports-- mountain biking. This story aired in the live 10.09.24...

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