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The Student News Site of Fauquier High School

The Falconer

The Student News Site of Fauquier High School

The Falconer

The pictured solar panels, shown in 1975, were installed as part of a project by the Department of Energy before being subsequently removed.
Group Proposes Adding Solar Panels to FHS Roof
Ali Patusky, Editor-in-Chief

In 1974, when solar power was in its early stages of development, FHS was a frontrunner in the implementation of the new technology. As proudly...

Students who fall into the top decile were presented with a certificate.
UPDATED: FHS Announces Top Decile Winners
David Achter, Editor-in-Chief
An array of pastel-colored Stanley Cups belonging to students in the lunch room.
Should Students be Concerned About Stanley Cups?
Brianna Sandoval, Staff
For students, messages like these are a common occurrence when browsing the web on chromebooks. Created by Linewize, they block and monitor all student internet traffic.
Surveillance Software Creates Controversy
David Achter, Editor-in-Chief
Middle school students learning about different electives at the Career and Technical Education Fair.
CTE Fair Interests Rising Freshman
Audrey Gwennap, Staff

On Feb. 15, eighth graders from all over the county came to FHS for the Career...

Flowers on the trees in the courtyard of FHS start to bloom as the warm weather rolls into Virginia.
The Spring Season is in Bloom
Elena Carino, Staff
Ushers Super Bowl LVIII halftime show logo.
Ushers Halftime Super Bowl Performance
Mailee Perez, Staff
Senior Grace Jones showing off her flower sneakers, along with her spring outfit.
How to Enjoy Spring Weather in Style
Clara Compton, Managing Editor
A loaded shotgun waits to be used for a game of chance.
Buckshot Roulette Review
Caleb Mitchell, Staff
The Ahsoka TV Show provides a fulfilling continuation to the stories of many characters within the Star Wars universe.
"Ahsoka" is Another Star Wars Hit
Charles Hargrove, Staff
An iconic Oscar award with a clapper board in the background.
Students React to 2024 Academy Awards
Jane Khyzhniak, Staff


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The cafeteria is left bare following an extremely short lunch period.
FHS Needs Longer Lunches
Bailey Hall, Staff

Short lunches are frustrating for students who like to enjoy eating food. FHS lunch periods need to be longer for students and staff alike. Students...

LETTER: An Interior Design Class is the Perfect Fit for FHS
Caeli Sechrist, Staff

At FHS there is a diverse array of electives, including those in marketing, art, music, fashion, and even autobody. Despite already having many...

A FHS swimmer dives into the pool to start his race during a swim meet.
FHS Makes a Splash at State Swim Competition
Rahath Miah, Staff
The wrestling team made it to states with outstanding results.
Wrestlers Take the Competition to the Mat
Brianna McColl, Staff
Cassidy Scott leads the pack at the Woodberry Forest track meet.
Students are Excited for Spring Track
Audrey Gwennap, Staff
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(From left to right) Donna Kelce, Ice spice, Jason Kelce, Ashley Avignone, Taylor Swift, Blake Lively, and more celebrate prior to the Superbowl in Las Vegas.
"Swifties" are making their way to a Touchdown
Hank Hethcote and Kat Crandall
My life with the Walter boys is a great new series packed with so many intriguing plot twists.
"My Life with the Walter Boys" is Fresh and Fun
Mailee Perez, Staff
A Liberty graduate flaunts her cords with two FHS graduates without them.
Seniors Should Have Cords
Maggie Arnold, Managing Editor
Junior Madelynne Martin shows off her nails, done at Envy Nails & Spa.
Warrenton's Best Spots for Great Nails
Isabelle Breakiron, Staff
Sophomore wrestler Brian Bland poses for a picture with his bleached hair.
Wrestlers Bleach Hair, but Not Everyone is Pleased
Bailey Hall, Staff
Juniors Brody Adamec and Ivan Dronsic practice their guitars.
The Guitar Class is a Hidden Gem of Electives
Darely Sandoval, Staff
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