All the way from the infamous cheese state of Wisconsin, Shayna Dolin, a sophomore, brings her journalistic expertise into classroom 311 as a Staff Writer. Dolin takes any chance she gets to share her opinion and meet new people, landing her on the Falconer staff. When she’s not walking her dogs through Crest Canyon or spending her time at the beach, she can be found playing tennis or pickleball in her free time. She is so excited to explore all aspects of the school’s student body and have a great year.
Chronic, debilitating pain consumed much of Adriana Adatiya's (11) life, soon overshadowing her passions. When Adriana was diagnosed with endometriosis at just 15, her world changed drastically, even though...
Editor's Note: Featured athletic commits have made signed and verbal, non-binding agreements that may be subject to change. Not featured athletes: Tevaris Green (12), Deven Gettridge (12), Sienna Barry...
Quiet cafe music, a conversation between two friends catching up and the grinding of coffee beans swirl together to create the auditory environment of Philz Coffee as you sip your drink and study. But,...
30 hours. One Emergency Room. One shift. “The Pitt,” a gritty, realistic medical drama, follows an Emergency Room staff at a Pittsburgh hospital, reevaluating how medical dramas portray the healthcare...
Today, pop songs are often classified into three distinct categories: catchy beats, intense vocals and their “TikTok-ness.” It sometimes feels like songs are simply made to trend, not reflect the artists...
The aroma of breakfast burritos wafts through the air as I watch my friends eat, igniting the ever-familiar battle in my stomach.
“Oh, I ate before this,” I say to a concerned parent with a smile...
For many, school sometimes feels tedious and draining, as if what students are taught will have no use in the adult world. Many students feel unprepared for independent life after high school, missing...
The air conditioning quietly hums as your teacher drones on, but your classmates’ eyes are glued to computers as they secretly click away on their game of choice. Some stick with the classic New York...
I hate being on my phone; I am always on my phone. This paradox traps me in a never-ending cycle of screen time, stress and regret.
Growing up in this new age of online interconnectedness, having...
United Arab Emirates, Austria merge oil companies
This month, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and the Austrian Mineral and Oil Administration (OMV) are merging to become a major global energy...
The school’s Academic Team, students who compete in quiz bowl-like tournaments, started in the San Diego region more than a decade ago, whether engaging in competitions or working the snack bar for home...
After four years of hibernation and scarce media appearances, Harry Styles resurfaced just in time for spring with the release of his fourth studio album, “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally” on...
A change in position for the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) occurred on Thursday, when President Donald Trump nominated Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem.
Noem was removed following...
Outwit, outplay, outlast: The iconic motto of the hit reality television show "Survivor" reflects 25 years of celebrated action, alliances and strategy. "Survivor" debuted the first episode of its 50th...
After the unbearably loud, glitchy, crackly music finishes blasting over the loudspeakers, an incoherent voice practically yells, “Pep rally in the Olive Garden today! Be there!” Olive Garden? Yes,...
After her 2022 memoir, “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” former child actress Jennette McCurdy, released her sophomore title and first fiction novel, “Half His Age,” on Jan. 23. Her 2022 memoir relates...
When I say the word “gelt,” people do one of two things: give me a weird look, or assume I’m talking about those beloved chocolate coins. But to me, the word has a different meaning: change.
The...
A road trip with a total stranger sounds like a nightmare, and after a burrito-related disaster, it truly becomes one for main characters Poppy Wright (Emily Bader) and Alex Nilsen (Tom Blyth). Despite...
Stress Less Week, a tradition at the end of every semester, was hosted by Peer Assistant Listeners (PALs) last week. The week is meant to help students destress the week before finals.
PALs Event...
School is full of opportunities, but many students sit in classes like Advanced Placement Calculus or Advanced Placement World History wondering, “How will this help me in the real world?” Feeling...
“Dear diary,” and that’s where my annual journal entries would end.
Since before I could properly spell my name, I have been obsessed with the concept of keeping a physical log of my life —...
Hurricane Melissa and restoration efforts
Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on Oct. 28 as a Category 5 hurricane.
The hurricane formed in the Caribbean Sea before it made landfall first...
Based on analyses of voting data, Max Bonamente and other researchers point to stark differences between the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections. This analysis was used as evidence in SMART legislation...
Every fall semester, two days’ worth of lunch periods are reserved for students to showcase their clubs in the west quad for Club Rush. From the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), a business-focused...
Under President Donald Trump’s orders, workers began demolishing the East Wing of the White House to make way for a new golden ballroom on Monday, Oct. 20.
The demolition of the East Wing, which...
Taylor Swift is one of the most influential, self-made women in the world, and her name continues to skyrocket with the release of her twelfth studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” last Friday. Achieving...
The school’s Associate Student Body (ASB) is taking this year's Homecoming dance to the next level by combining it with the Winter Formal into a single, higher-budget event. Samantha Hofflich, the ASB...
A week ago, the name Olivia Dean might not have rang a bell, but the English singer has quickly risen to the top of the charts with her latest album, “The Art of Loving.” Dean’s sophomore album was...
Live music fills the air, the smell of freshly baked goods wafts past stalls and vibrant fruit stands line the street. Yet beneath these lively sensations lies something deeper — an undeniable feeling...
Clipboard in hand, Jan Guevara, the new girls varsity tennis head coach, can be found cheering on her players from the sidelines.
Although she is new to this school's girls tennis team, Guevara has...
