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Left to right: Sophie Keller ('24), Lisa Tellers and Nataila Mochernak ('24) pose for a photo at graduation. This year, Tellers was named Teacher of the Year. Photo courtesy of Lisa Tellers.
Lisa Tellers named Teacher of the Year
Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form • May 8, 2025
Theater teacher Marinee Payne sits on the set of "Lend Me a Tenor," the final TP Players production she will direct before retiring. Throughout her 32 and a half years at the school, Payne not only taught a wide range of theater classes but also developed curriculum, directed productions and created a supportive community for generations of students.
End of an era: Marinee Payne retires after 32 years
Lana Weber and Sophia Gorba May 2, 2025

“Regrets I’ve had a few, but then too few to mention.”  These are the lines of Frank Sinatra’s song, “My Way,” that Marinee Payne...

The varsity boys volleyball team (30-6) takes a picture with family and friends, celebrating their senior night. On April 29, the Falcons took home a win against Poway High School (23-16). Photo courtesy of Anna Scipione.
Varsity boys volleyball secures a Senior Night win
Viki Kiss, Staff Writer • May 6, 2025

Taking home the win in five sets on their Senior Night last Tuesday, the boys varsity volleyball team (30-6) defeated Poway High School (23-16). The evening began with a celebration of the team’s seven seniors, who walked down the court with their...

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Left to right: Sophie Keller ('24), Lisa Tellers and Nataila Mochernak ('24) pose for a photo at graduation. This year, Tellers was named Teacher of the Year. Photo courtesy of Lisa Tellers.
Lisa Tellers named Teacher of the Year
Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form • May 8, 2025
Reporters shared a PSA on eating disorders. This PSA shows the importance of looking out for signs of eating disorders. Photo courtesy of Aidan Farmer.
Video: Eating disorder PSA
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • May 8, 2025
April Rising Star of the Month Saardhat Nagaram (12) smiles for a photo at the award ceremony. Nagaram was recognized for his leadership, integrity and general excellence. Photo courtesy of Saardhat Nagaram.
April Rising Star of the Month: Saardhat Nagaram
Joanne Liu, Staff Writer • May 7, 2025
Crossword Week of 5/5/2025
Claire Zhou, Staff Writer • May 7, 2025
Katerina Wietfeldt and Catalina Baraya anchor this week's episode. This was the las show of the year for the second period Falcon Vision class. Photo courtesy of Chase Clabo.
Video: May 7, 2025 Falcon Vision
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • May 7, 2025
Each month, High School Hustles features a different business run by students at Torrey Pines High School. For April, students interviewed the owners of Sweet & Simple.
High School Hustles Podcast, Ep. 4: Sweet & Simple
Daniel McKie and Antonio Mazo April 28, 2025
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As finals season approaches, nutrition is a critical factor in ensuring academic success. Social Media Manager Elsa Goodman and Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Outreach Ellie Koff suggested a couple of recipes to help get you through the final stretch. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons via Pexels.
Brain food for finals season
Ellie Koff and Elsa Goodman May 1, 2025

As finals approach, students often focus on reviewing notes, staying up late and squeezing in last-minute study sessions. However, one essential...

Wes Anderson, Luca Guadagnino, Christopher Nolan and Tim Burton are directors with distinct film and storytelling styles. Students like Summer Brandt (11) and Nolan Greer (12) discussed their opinions on different directors' works.
Shot in style: Films through lenses of different directors
Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer • April 28, 2025

When starting a film, having an expectation of what is to come — twisted with an unknown element — is, for me, the first page of the story....

Cassandra Love (12) stands in the Royal Arcade in Melbourne, Australia. Her name was passed down from the women in her family before her. Photo courtesy of Cassandra Love.
Personal Perspective: Cassandra Love
Cass Love, Staff Writer • April 22, 2025

Names are important. Powerful, even.  There’s a reason English monarchs chose to pass down the same names through the generations. As these...

With controversy surrounding public figures and their brands, consumers must separate a product from its creator.  Did purchasing a product translate to support of its source?
Morality meets the marketplace
Viki Kiss and Kai Strzelecki April 12, 2025

It is a strange feeling, owning a product in your possession that is undeniably well-made — solid in all the right ways, constructed from materials...

Reporters shared a PSA on eating disorders. This PSA shows the importance of looking out for signs of eating disorders. Photo courtesy of Aidan Farmer.
Video: Eating disorder PSA
Falcon Vision Staff, Producers • May 8, 2025

In this week's episode, reporters express the importance of taking care of yourself in this PSA about eating disorders. This PSA aired in the...

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