Last year, best year. The 2024-2025 school year will serve as Makaylah Gerling’s third and final year as a so-called “Falconerd,” as she rises to the challenge of Editor-in-Chief for the nationally-ranked, award winning publication, the Falconer. Gerling is excited to contribute to the immense success of the Falconer and hopefully gain national recognition once again. Last year, Gerling made her mark in the newsroom as the sports editor, as she connected her love for athletics with her growing interests in the journalistic world. During the slight chance that she makes it out of room 311, you can find her competing on Ed Burke field as a senior captain and fourth-year member of the varsity women’s soccer team. Despite the growing infestation of senioritis, she is determined and focused to make her last year at TPHS worthwhile by challenging herself with courses aligned with her future career as a registered nurse, following in her mothers footsteps. Outside of TPHS, she can be found in navy blue scrubs as a Palomar Health Pathmaker Intern and a bright orange jersey as a head coach for Soccer Shots. While excited for her next adventure, Gerling is sad to say goodbye to the community she has had the pleasure to call home for these past few years.
The Girls Falcons Rugby team (12-5) wraps up its season this Saturday after one of its most successful seasons since its founding in 2016.
“You know, I’m always surprised every single year by...
The start of the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve hike begins with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. Loved by Ashwaq Manasrah (12) in particular, the trail features various terrains.
What does 2025 hold for the entertainment industry? 2024 was filled with hit songs like 'BRAT' and new fashion trends like the comeback of adidas Sambas.
Whether it's a cozy night in or an exciting holiday party with many shareable treats needed, these holiday items will always have your back. This winter season, coffee shops and stores sold a variety of...
Amid the chaos of the sidelines, players and coaches pace back and forth while their student managers work behind the scenes to ensure everything from film sessions to game days runs smoothly. While their...
In the chaos of the Olive Garden, December female Athlete of the Month, point guard Lily Oliva (12), hustles down the court, leading the Falcons to victory.
“It felt good,” Oliva said. “I think...
Editor’s Note: Rebecca Gallow, Charlenne Falcis-Stevens, Brian Seymour, Ronald Marquez, Kevin Brown, Ron Nocetti, Holly Haggerty, Bryan Marcus, John Kessler and Michael Hoeger were all contacted via...
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With college decisions around the corner, students continue to stress over their submitted applications, and the years of hard work endured for this moment. With the growing...
The varsity football team (4-6) lines up for a play against La Costa Canyon High School (10-0). The Falcons fell to their long standing rivals, the Mavericks, on Friday night with a final score of 28-0.
The 76th annual Mt. SAC Cross Country Invitational took place on Saturday, where the school’s freshman, JV and varsity girls and boys teams competed.
According to assistant varsity coach Colin Cornforth,...
Walking into the Olive Garden, hundreds of banners lining the ceiling, special education teacher and boys varsity basketball assistant coach Nicholas Diaz (‘10), reminisces on his past at the school....
The sound of birds chirping in the distance. The sight of lights flickering in Ed Burke stadium. The feeling of breathing in the crisp morning air that wafts through the empty parking lots; the quiet before...
Greek life is seen as an instrumental aspect of the “full college experience.” Dating back to its establishment in 1825, some students even dictate their college decisions based on the quality of the...
Every Friday at 11 a.m., the school's student-broadcast show, Falcon Vision, goes on air. However, behind this spectacle of snippets and segments lies the guiding hand of adviser Kara Adler. Adler works...
Crafting Kindness promotes their club. The club shared their aim to use creativity to craft things for charity and donations. Left to Right: Ekaterina Karyakina (10), Olive Cooper (12).
Students and staff are now able to purchase their class shirts, limited edition and TPHS 50-year anniversary merchandise, all designed by ASB Commissioners’ of Sales, Ava HeSchenk (11) and Tyler Suhar...
Sylvia Olson (12) is the president of Support Our Troops, where members write letters to deployed military troops. The club passed out small American flags to visitors.
Officers of a club smile at their booth. The International Friends Club aimed to provide a place for students of different backgrounds to build confidence and connections. Left to right: Pratch Maneerat...
Dance for Change's purpose is to support underprivileged individuals that have a passion and love for dance. They promoted their club at Club Rush. Left to Right: Kandy Xu (11) and Arianna Bertino (11).
Best Buddies fosters connections and unites fellow students with cognitive and developmental disabilities, aiming to create an inclusive community. They promoted their club at the event. Left to right:...
On Sunday, two-time Olympic gold medalist, World Cup champion and soccer legend, Alex Morgan, played her last game after announcing her retirement and pregnancy on Sept. 5.
At Snapdragon Stadium, San...
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...
Lauren Golafshan (11) attends a humanitarian trip to Thailand. She built a classroom for underprivileged kids, while also teaching them English. Photo courtesy of Lauren Golafshan.
Seniors gather at Powerhouse Park on Aug. 11 to enjoy the sunset. They celebrated the approach of their final year as Falcons with friends. Photo courtesy of Audrey Davidson.
