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The varsity girls lacrosse team wears wrist tape with a smily face and a special message on game days. Last season, the team also made baskets and posters for Senior Night. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.

Team traditions beyond the field

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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

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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

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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

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Student surrounded by athletic motifs that represent the school's typical stereotype of sports and a good time. Courtesy of Bronwyn Roberts.

More than what meets the stereotype

News
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 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
October 10, 2024
Various points along the San Diego coast are experiencing environmental issues, still waiting to be resolved. Tijuana River and Imperial Beach faced sewage and pollution problems, while San Elijo Lagoon experienced a wildlife population decline.
Local Update: Problems with San Diego waters
October 9, 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
Students gather props for the photo booth. They lined up to take group photos posing with various Las Vegas related items.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming dance
September 23, 2024
Feature
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...

Lacey Sovacool, Weight Training, Dance PE and Year One PE/Health teacher at the school, instructs her students on the Ed Burke Field. Last school year, Sovacool taught at San Dieguito Academy.
Fresh Face Friday: Lacey Sovacool
October 4, 2024
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
Anna Regula, English 9 Honors and AP Language and Composition teacher, stands in front of a wall of student work with string lights twinkling overhead. Regula joined the school's English department this year.
Fresh Face Friday: Anna Regula
September 27, 2024
Sports
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...

Staff writer Cass Love discusses how Guardian Caps NXT could be a step in the right direction to minimize traumatic brain injuries in the NFL. During week one of the NFL season, tight end Josh Wylie was seen wearing the latest version of the Guardian Cap. Photo courtesy of the Tennessee Titans.
Sports Corner: Guardian Caps NXT
Cass Love, Staff Writer
Samantha Krystkowiak (11) plays as an outside hitter and opposite on the girls varsity volleyball team. Krystkowiak won the October female Athlete of the Month. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Athlete of the Month: Samantha Krystkowiak
Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer
The varsity girls lacrosse team wears wrist tape with a smily face and a special message on game days. Last season, the team also made baskets and posters for Senior Night. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Team traditions beyond the field
Claire Zhou, Staff Writer
The varsity flag football team huddles up on Sept. 10, as they take on Mira Mesa High School. The team lost after a score of 8-9. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Day in the Life: Flag football
Sarina Feng, Feature Editor
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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.
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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.
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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...

Opinion
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
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October 1, 2024
Falcon Vision
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...

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
Jamie Crowley and Karina Shukla anchor the live Falcon Vision show. This show aired on 10.09.24 during SC time. Photo courtesy of Bailey Dotters.
Video: 10.09.24 Falcon Vision
Falcon Vision Staff, Producer
Falcon Feasts is a bi-weekly segment that highlights local food. This segment was on Sidecar Donuts. Photo courtesy of Cade Barber.
Video: Falcon Feasts: Sidecar Donuts
Falcon Vision Staff, Producer
John Prior shoots a goal during his field hockey game. Prior was named captain of field hockey and football this year. Photo courtesy of Nickolas Sanchez-Kisko.
Video: Yards ahead
Falcon Vision Staff, Producer
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