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 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, Calo Empanadas has brought in many local and hungry costumers.
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...
Fear. Adrenaline. The thrill of the unknown. This is a familiar snapshot of horror. Heart beating. Pulse racing. Shaking hands clutching the edge of the seat. This is the rhythm of fear. But for horror...
Receptionist Allyson Evers answers the phone with a smile. Evers worked in the hospitality industry for over 10 years before pivoting in the direction of education.
Imagine a realm where the laws of reality dissolve into intriguing forms and endless possibilities. This is the world that Gudam Hwang (11) builds with his art.
Hwang’s artistic journey began at the...
On Sept. 23, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill No. 3216 into law, requiring all California school districts, county offices of education and charter schools to create and adopt a policy to limit...
On a quiet Saturday morning, a group of students, parents and community members dispersed throughout the school with black trash bags, blue gloves and miscellaneous tools, ready to revitalize the campus.
The...
Liv Weaver, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Workflow
• October 11, 2024
After arriving on campus, Lauren Chambers begins work on her computer. Chambers' experiences as a kindergarten teacher in 2005 inspired her to become a school psychologist.
Various points along the San Diego coast are experiencing environmental issues, still waiting to be resolved. Tijuana River and Imperial Beach faced sewage and pollution problems, while San Elijo Lagoon experienced a wildlife population decline.
Peer tutors Daniel Schwabach (12) and Yuta Hakozaki (12), and Peer Tutoring Club president Kei Tashiro (12) gather at their table. After the last bell rang, they set up the table with chromebooks and papers,...
A dim classroom, desks pushed against the door, blinds drawn to block the eyes of potential intruders. The clock read 10:30 a.m., and students messaged each other to figure out the situation.
It’s 6:00 a.m. and alarms break the stillness of early morning. Half an hour later, the varsity girls flag football team gathers on Ed Burke field for their Friday morning practice. They are back Monday...
For many students, summer was no different from the school year. Instead of heading to classes with Chromebooks in hand, they were clocked in at various jobs, balancing work schedules and responsibilities.
Each...
