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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

Imagine: You are at a dimly lit house show, the air dense with the aroma of incense and the low hum of an old amplifier. A silhouette appears out of the darkness, wearing a graphic tee and baggy jeans,...

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 contrast to the previous system of distributing...

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 Aug. 20 in an effort to prevent the violence that arose from...

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 continue as she teaches her first year of digital art and...

Over the summer, the school experienced multiple thefts. This is still an ongoing investigation.

Campus theft over the summer

Ellie Koff and Makaylah Gerling September 5, 2024

Two separate incidents over the summer resulted in the theft of four golf carts, 60 cameras and lenses, a drone and camera batteries from the school. Three golf carts stored by the auto tech garage...

A monarch butterfly rests on a stray twig. Monarch butterflies began their migration to Mexico in August.

Migrating monarchs

Cass Love and Sophia Gorba September 4, 2024

A monarch butterfly just fluttered by. In hues of orange, shining gold in the sunlight, a monarch is a sun catcher. Do you see it?  In the autumnal months, monarch butterflies embark on their migration...

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....

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 by 44.1%. Some attribute this to the absence of the original...

The football team poses in Times Square, New York. They fell to Freedom High School after a tough 14-17 loss. Photo courtesy of Cruz Rodriguez.

Football team NYC trip

Jamie Crowley, Staff Writer September 2, 2024

The varsity football team recently embarked on an unforgettable trip to New York City. Though the journey was filled with memorable experiences, it ended with a narrow defeat on the field, despite a spirited...

'Deadpool 3: The Wolverine Chronicles' was released in theaters on July 26. The trilogy features Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson, and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine. Courtesy of IMDb.

Movie Review: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Jamie Crowley, Staff Writer September 2, 2024

The highly anticipated team-up of Deadpool and Wolverine has finally hit theaters, and it is everything fans have been waiting for and more. The film, aptly titled "Deadpool 3: The Wolverine Chronicles",...

The film is a remake of the 1996 movie. The action/thriller featuring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Anthony Ramos take place in the heart of Oklahoma, chasing tornados. Courtesy of Heaven of Horror

Movie Review: ‘Twisters’

Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer August 30, 2024

In the middle of a meadow, the winds start to strengthen, dark clouds begin to twist above and a fully-formed, 2,000 foot-tall tornado spiraling at 30 miles per hour starts to pick up. What would you do?...

Teresa Barnes, Intro to Business and Marketing teacher, sits in front of her collection of vinyls.

Fresh Face Friday: Teresa Barnes

Lana Weber, Staff Writer August 30, 2024

A harmony of voices and footsteps fill the classroom of Teresa Barnes, a new Intro to Business and Marketing teacher at the school, each unsure of what to expect for the year ahead. From Olivia Rodrigo...

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