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Talia Rosenthal

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer

From reporting about school board budget news to opining on which Love Island character would most likely be found at Torrey Pines High School, Talia Rosenthal, a sophomore, covers it all. As a first year staff writer, Rosenthal looks forward to reporting on all the happenings at TPHS and helping the Falconer receive national recognition. Outside of the newsroom, Rosenthal can be found consuming Alani energy drinks, giving it her all on the beach volleyball court, and working to create an inclusive school environment as a PAL. Rosenthal is the middle child sandwiched between two brothers. When she has down time, she enjoys reading cheesy romance books, watching her favorite YouTube creators, and spending time with family and friends. Rosenthal hopes her first year on the Falconer is one to remember and that she can learn and grow with guidance from her peers and advisor.

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The varsity field hockey team rejoins after a successful play out on the turf. The team is currently 19-3 and has their last league match on Oct. 29 before heading into the CIF season. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.

Day on the Team: Field hockey

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer October 27, 2025

The Friday feeling drifts around the school as varsity field hockey prepares for an away match against Valley Center High School (2-13). By 6:00 p.m., the team shut out Valley Center High School 4-0, adding...

The school’s Bring Change to Mind officers Lindsay Lardon (12) (left), Jack Norman (12) (middle) and Landon Demuth (12) (right) stand behind their table before the school's Suicide Prevention Walk. Bring Change to Mind — a national high school and middle school program across 43 states — was created to stop the stigma surrounding mental illnesses.

Club Spotlight: Bring Change to Mind Club Q&A

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer October 20, 2025

With 220 clubs registered for the 2025-26 school year, students may find it difficult to navigate organizations on campus. The Falconer spoke with Bring Change to Mind (BC2M) club co-president Lindsay...

Estelle Chen, the school's college counselor, works in her office. Chen prepared for a meeting with American University.

Counseling center holds college visits

Christopher Bacon and Talia Rosenthal October 10, 2025

Columbia University, Babson College and Boston University are just some of the colleges and universities that are sending admissions officers to TPHS for informational visits this fall.  “Every year,...

Reed Kendall helps Felipe Astiz (9) with his math worksheet. Kendall joined the math department as a permanent staff member this year.

Fresh Face Friday: Reed Kendall

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer October 3, 2025

All the way from the Keystone State of Pennsylvania, the school welcomes Reed Kendall to the math department. After earning a doctorate in education and working many years as a substitute teacher, Kendall...

Ava Hauer (11) defends an opposing athlete in a home match vs. Bishops High School on Sept. 2, 2025. Hauer has been a key player on the varsity field hockey team for three consecutive years. Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.

Athlete of the Month: Ava Hauer

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer September 16, 2025

Editor's note: Athlete of the month is released by ASB a week after the month ends. Stories on each athlete are delayed for this reason.  Whether she is tuning into a complex lecture in one of her...

English 9 Honors and AP Language and Composition teacher Emily Chakurda stands in front of her favorite band Oasis' poster. Chakurda started teaching at TPHS this school year.

Fresh Face Friday: Emily Chakurda

Talia Rosenthal, Staff Writer August 29, 2025

When the bell rings, signaling the start of a school period, students can expect a piping hot cup of tea, a bubbly greeting and a compelling English lesson waiting in Room 114. English 9 Honors and AP...

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