Photo Gallery: Falcons over Spring Break

Viktoria Kiss, Sports Editor • April 6, 2026

Ava Bauer (12) strolls down the street of the West Village in New York City with her mom. Bauer spent her break visiting relatives and touring prospective universities. Photo courtesy of Ava Bauer.
Nirvana Alavi (11) visits the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. Alavi traveled to Madrid for a family wedding. Photo courtesy of Nirvana Alavi.
With flowers in hand, Liv Page (12), Morgan Smith (12) and Anjali Sandhu (12) smile at dinner. Many seniors travelled to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to soak in the sun and enjoy time with friends before graduation.

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Caitlyn Van Hoose (12), Taylor Faassen (12) and Emi Cate (12) pose by the pool. The senior group/ enjoyed break in the warm sun of Palm Springs, Calif. with a memorable trip. Photo courtesy of Taylor Faassen.
Left to right: Conner Oxberry (11), Skylar Beets (11), Lauren Johnson (11), Sophie Heyman (11), Chloe Meunir (11), Mila Bryant (11), Angelina Banuelos (11), Layla Othick (11), Kate Casson (11), Samantha Vargas (11), Kylie Clark (11) and Brooke Epstein (11) smile at dinner. The group travelled to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and planned several spontaneous activities. Photo courtesy of Samantha Vargas.
Jade MacInnis (10) prepares to hit the slopes at Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah. In contrast with many other spring vacation plans, MacInnis and her family chose to spend break in the snow. Photo courtesy of Jade MacInnis.
Ava Bauer (12) and Sierra Liu (12) meet up in New York City. The two spent time exploring the East Coast. Photo courtesy of Ava Bauer.
Skylar Beets (11) and Samantha Vargas (11) pose at the dinner table. Making core memories, Beets and Vargas enjoyed Spring Break with their friends in Mexico. Photo courtesy of Samantha Vargas.
Left to right: Sophie Heyman (11), Kate Casson (11), Chloe Meunir (11), Lauren Johnson (11), Samantha Vargus (11), Mila Bryant (11) and Brooke Epstein (11) spend the day on a boat in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The majority of their time was near the water. Photo courtesy of Kate Casson.
Left to right: Taylor Faassen (12), Shea Faassen (12), Emi Cate (12), Maddy Hall(12), Jordan Hopper (12) and Caitlyn Van Hoose (12) dress up for dinner. The group enjoyed some of their final senior moments. Photo courtesy of Taylor Faaseen.

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About the Contributors

Viktoria Kiss, Sports Editor

As Viktoria Kiss embarks on her third year of high school, she reflects on her immense commitment to the Falconer staff since her sophomore year, when she served as a Staff Writer. Kiss consistently brings passion and enthusiasm to the newsroom, writing and editing each story with an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence. This year, Kiss is excited to return to the Falconer and explore more opportunities in her role as the Sports Editor. Growing up playing competitive sports, Kiss demonstrates a clear focus on highlighting the lives and achievements of hardworking student-athletes, as evident in her writing. For the next two years, Kiss has her heart set on establishing a strong collaborative environment within the staff, with a heavy focus on highlighting the Falconer’s hard work both within the school and in the community. Outside the newsroom, Kiss can be found volunteering, focusing on any way she can to create smiles and give back to those who need it most. In addition to her philanthropy work, Kiss can be found spending time with friends at the beach, traveling with her family, scrolling on Pinterest or updating her scrapbook.

Lily Bruch, Arts and Entertainment Editor

As Lily Bruch continues her dedication to the Falconer in her second—and senior—year, she steps into the role of Entertainment Editor with excitement and curiosity. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for the arts, Bruch is ready to bring a creative spark to the section and help shape the Falconer’s voice during her final year. Outside the newsroom, she is a physical therapy intern, where she continues to explore her interest in health and hands-on care. When she’s not writing, interning or editing pages, you can find her crafting jewelry whenever Michaels has a sale, sunset swimming in the ocean with her best friends or putting on fashion shows in her living room. Whether chasing stories or butterflies-in-the-stomach moments, Bruch is eager to make her last year on staff unforgettable.