With a pack of instant noodles, a freshly ruined sleep schedule and her new desk companion — Bob the felted chicken — Sarina Feng is ready to take on senior year and her third year on the Falconer. As Editor-in-Chief, she hopes to strengthen the bonds within the tight-knit staff while delivering impactful reporting and a quality publication. Feng’s list of hobbies has grown alongside her love for journalism; outside of school and other responsibilities, she enjoys writing, photography, composing music, trying new experiences, overthinking and stargazing on the beach. Other beloved pastimes include listening to music and rewatching favorite animated films. Most often, you can find her sunbathing on the floor or working on some obscure passion project. She looks forward to a final year of high school filled with lasting memories in the newsroom and beyond.
The caterpillar from Eric Carle’s picture book eats various foods in order to become a butterfly. This childhood classic is the name inspiration behind the Caterpillar Project, an initiative that raises...
A foundation-funded class set of Wilson’s translation of “The Odyssey” became part of teacher Lara Haines’ English 9 Honors curriculum in early April, following "Fahrenheit 451,” “The House...
Childhood cable TV shows turn to YouTube videos, fairy-tale books turn to iPads.
The surge of digital media transforms how audiences engage with narratives and art. It democratizes access and media...
The Falcon Film Festival, presented by the school’s broadcast channel Falcon Vision, premiered short films, PSAs and documentaries in the Performing Arts Center on Friday.
Falcon Vision students...
A student attempts to purchase a concert ticket during the school day. They failed to secure a spot, resigned to endure a long wait before the artist tours again.
“An update has been posted to your applicant portal,” the newest email in your inbox reads. You click the website’s refresh button and log in as your stomach feels heavier with each passing second....
In March and early April, many students anxiously await status updates from prestigious and need‑blind schools with competitive admissions processes. Today, March 26 — which students commonly refer...
The school’s chapter of Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) attended the State Career Development Conference at the Anaheim Marriott from Feb. 26 to March 1.
TPDECA President Stella Phillips...
The Spirit Committee, created this year by The Associated Student Body (ASB) this school year, is designed to increase school spirit. With two pep rallies left in the school year, the Spring Sports Pep...
When our immigrant parents grew up, left their villages, small towns and cities and arrived with varying bits of change in pockets and American dreams clutched tight, they left behind not only their families...
A bird was personally victimized under the pressure of social conformity during this week's downpours in San Diego, where nobody believes in the umbrella. Umbrellas originally served the purpose of blocking...
Researchers estimate that humans make 35,000 decisions every day. Many students’ mornings are flooded with mental calculations: What time should I set the alarm in order to finish the math homework due...
The paid parking system at Balboa Park faces pushback from staff, volunteers and visitors, cutting museum attendance nearly three weeks after the city implemented the policy on Jan. 5.
Options include...
This week’s recent music releases feature sonic snapshots from emerging and established indie artists.
Late winter music releases fall from a swirling tempest. They come with a muted melancholy...
The Encinitas Chamber of Commerce recognized Jenny Ryu (12) with the December Rising Star of the Month award.
On campus, Ryu serves as president of the Biomimicry, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (BIE)...
Zoom. Focus. Shoot. Albert Cho (11) and Jacob Taylor (11) stand with cameras pointed skyward, chasing smoke trails from the Blue Angels jets. Ivan Lee (12) tilts his lens towards the light pouring through...
This week’s recent music releases feature sonic snapshots from emerging and established indie artists.
The world goes barren and quiet as winter waxes and fall wanes. Press your ear to that silence....
A stormy night. An eerie manor. A suspenseful note hammered on the piano. A knock on the door.
“Clue," a production by Torrey Pines Players (TP Players), opens with the panache of a classic murder...
The "Clue" set is two stories tall and features rotating walls. The play incorporated many different rooms, which the cast traveled between from scene to scene.
Shutdown Updates
The United States government enters its 27th day of shutdown.
Air travel has faced disruptions since the beginning of the shutdown. According to Reuters, U.S. Transportation Secretary...
The North County Conference Coastal/Palomar League Cluster 2 took place last Saturday, with the school placing second in the men and women three miles coastal varsity races. Varsity, junior varsity and...
The five co-founders of Cali Empanadas make food and manage the stand. Originally from Los Angeles, Calif., Empanadas has brought in many local and hungry customers.
6 messages, 1 missed call. 81 degrees in San Diego, sunny. Due tomorrow: HW 10/7. The buzz of a phone is now the metronome that propels the rhythm of modern life. Notifications pile up at every hour: we...
Blood Cancer United continues to recruit San Diego high-school students for its Student Visionaries of the Year program, as September marks Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
In Student Visionaries of...
The school is offering a new Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI)/Recording Arts course under the Visual and Performing Arts electives, giving students the opportunity to compose and produce music...
A student carries a Labubu keychain as they walk to class. Labubu originated as a character from Kasing Lung's series, 'The Monsters,' and were sold as Pop Mart toys beginning in 2019.
Conan Gray writes music with the intimacy of journal entries. With his fourth studio album “Wishbone,” released on Friday, Gray steps back from the experimental, ‘80s inspired elements of “Found...
Catalina Island by Lana Weber
Colorful schools of fish flitted against the deep blue background as students swam among tendrils of kelp dancing in the currents. However, these students weren’t on...
“Please laugh.” That’s what a cast member told us before we went to the show. We didn’t need to be told twice.
In what would be the final production directed by retiring theater teacher Marinee...
Liv Weaver, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• May 13, 2025
Principal Rob Coppo works at the computer in his office and handles administrative tasks. In addition to his duties as principal, Coppo began hosting a podcast with former teacher Don Collins in 2023....
Teacher aide and Classified Employee of the Year Jim Munger smiles in front of a wall of puzzles. The puzzles were completed by students in the Special Education program over the past decades.
Seniors from Sara Boozer's AP Literature and Composition class participate in discussions and do classwork. As May 1 approaches, more seniors have committed to colleges or post-high school plans.
In the 1970s, a curious new artist emerged. It drew with lines that were shaky and organic, yet purposeful, almost methodical. The artist's name was AARON. But AARON wasn't human. It was a software program...
On Saturday, the school hosted the 31st annual Falcon Relays, bringing together 20 Division I and Division II schools from across San Diego to compete. The school emerged as the Division I team champion...
Throughout childhood, staff writer Sophia Gorba (12) navigated new cities, new schools and new friendships. As she entered this new chapter, Gorba hoped to flourish emotionally and socially, building upon...
The lights of the Performing Arts Center dim. A hush spreads through the audience. All eyes fall on the conductor. The marimba lays down an insistent rhythmic pulse, propelling the combined band into motion.
As...
April Kato (12) crouches near a bush of flowers. In her personal perspective, Kato reflected on the experience living between two worlds — Japan and the United States, which came to construct her identity.
Gabrielle Gonzales (12) reads her Book of Common Prayer, gifted during her Confirmation. The book guided her spiritual practice and set intention for her days.
The bookshelf in Viviana Alvarado's classroom is filled with books in Spanish for students to read and check out. Alvarado's collection included popular novels translated from English as well as a new...
Falconer reporters provide the best love movies through recent decades.
1980s
“Dirty Dancing” (1987)
A 1987 masterpiece, “Dirty Dancing” is a romantic drama dance film starring Jennifer Grey...
In a night of quick thinking and intense focus, the varsity Academic Team faced off against Carlsbad High School in their first home match of the season, ultimately falling 86-30. Despite the loss, the...
A group of students, dressed in semi-formal attire and western hats, smile for a picture. The theme for the Winter Formal was 'Night In Nashville.' Left to right: Lina Jamai (11), Sienna Barry (11), Alisa...
Nine students qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination, the first of the Mathematical Association of America invitational competitions, after taking the American Mathematics Competitions...
Five, four, three, two and one. As the days pass and the seconds tick down, do you watch the clock? Can you make it move quicker if you stare at it for long enough? The holidays are approaching, so perhaps...
Hundreds of CIF and state championship titles line this ceiling of the Olive Garden. Dating back to the schools establishment over 50 years ago, the school has been known to have one of the most successful...
The Hallway of Lights, an annual tradition that transforms the B Building hallway near the ASB room into a festive winter wonderland, welcomed students back to school last week. The lights are on display...
Finding Brian Bobyak’s office feels like a mini quest. Past the chatter of classrooms and the buzz of busy hallways, his room is tucked away in a quiet corner of the B Building. For those who don’t...
“Our bodies become their souls made visible. What could they not do if, while in that godlike state, we were to tell them — the truth?”
This declaration pulses at the heart of Bill Cain’s...
Special education teacher, Jessica Arroyo, checks her computer during passing period, a cup of coffee resting on her desk. Arroyo began her journey in education over a decade ago and worked within the...
The 2024 presidential election is intensifying discussions around the role of social media in influencing public opinion and voter behavior.
Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump...
