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Christopher Bacon

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer

As Christopher Bacon enters his sophomore year, he is more than excited to dive into the abundance of learning and experiences that the Falconer entails. Beginning his first year on the newspaper as a staff writer, Bacon provides a creative and fresh perspective as he continues his passion for writing. This previous summer, Bacon attended The School of the New York Times, taking lessons and lectures from many journalists at the time, immersing himself in his New York Culture and journalism. He is the 2025 District Champion in Sparring for ATA, and when he is not in the studio training, he is out with friends, reading a good book, or enjoying a nice show. Ready to become a better writer and overcome the challenges that assist that, Bacon is thrilled to soar with the award-winning Falconer.

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Billionaires like Elon Musk, Bernie Madoff and even Taylor Swift hold immense power on account of their wealth. Many have noticed their negative impacts on the environment, the lower class and the democracy of entire nations.

Billionaires: Outlandish, excessive, abusive

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer October 23, 2025

Billionaires range from pop stars Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift to controversial technology tycoons Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, from politicians Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un to criminals Bernie Madoff...

The girls are performing their second-quarter sideline cheers. The cheer team did not stop working throughout the game as they were focused on energizing the crowd.

Day on the Team: Cheer

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer October 17, 2025

It is a home game day; early in the morning, the cheerleaders are perfecting their chants that will be heard all around Ed Burke Field. They begin to rally up the student body for the football game by...

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,...

In Gombe, Jane Goodall interacts with a chimpanzee. Gombe was the location where Goodall began her research. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons.

Remembering Jane Goodall

Christopher Bacon and Riley Gunn October 3, 2025

Dr. Jane Goodall, primatologist, researcher and activist for animal welfare and gender equality, passed away in California on Wednesday. Goodall’s death was a result of natural causes, cutting her...

"Doug and I join the Bidens onstage in Chicago after President Biden's speech. Joe and Jill Biden are incredible public servants." Kamala Harris documented her campaign in her memoir, "107 Days," with a page showing photos of key events.

Review: ‘107 Days’

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer October 1, 2025

Kamala Harris was the first ever black-female vice-president of the United States. Following her four-year run with president Joe Biden, she was the highest-ranking female official in the history of the...

Left to Right: Principal Robert Coppo, Foundation President Tracy Acers, and Foundation Executive Director Joe Austin. Coppo, Acers and Austin display posters of events and opportunities on campus. Coppo discussed these during the 10th annual Coffee with Coppo.

Coffee with Coppo

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer September 23, 2025

“Coffee with Coppo”  celebrated its 10 year anniversary on Thursday. This is an event where Principal Rob Coppo meets with parents of ninth and 10th-grade students in the learning commons to discuss...

At Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte contains a warm, comforting blend of fall flavors. The Pumpkin Spice Latte returned to Starbucks in late August.

Pumpkin Spice Latte tier list

Riley Gunn and Christopher Bacon September 16, 2025

For a few months every year the leaves turn orange, the night comes earlier and we start saying “hot please” when ordering our lattes. Fall, which begins on Sept. 22 this year, brings the coziest vibes...

Christopher Bacon (10) visits the New York Times building as part of the summer academy program. Participants were able to observe journalists at work within the building.

Summer in New York City

Christopher Bacon, Staff Writer August 18, 2025

I rolled my suitcase along the New York City streets on my way to the Lincoln Center Campus at Fordham University. “Oh God,” I thought to myself as I approached the striking glass doors.  I...

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