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The Student News Site of Fauquier High School

The Falconer

The Student News Site of Fauquier High School

The Falconer

Cut trees define the landscape of a forest in Fauquier County.

Virginia Suffers Loss of Trees

Simona Suarez, Staff December 22, 2023

Fauquier County has over 200,000 acres of forested land, according to the Fauquier County Department of Agricultural Development. These forests are the heart of the beautiful scenery of the county, and...

The first-floor boys bathroom was temporarily closed because of vandalism.

Vandalism Closes an FHS Bathroom

Nathan Potes, Staff November 1, 2023

The first-floor boys restroom has been shut down for the first time this year due to bodily fluids and leaks inside of the school restroom. The restroom was shut down for three to four school days, leaving...

FCPS1 Suffers Cyberattack

Reese Brown, Sports Editor October 11, 2023

Over the past few weeks, teachers have had continuous issues logging onto online systems, such as Classlink and Infinite Campus. On Sept 13, superintendent Dr. Major Warner sent out an update to all Fauquier...

Officer Torelli lights up the room with his brilliant smile.

Staff, Students Mourn Officer “Sal” Torelli

Maggie Arnold, Staff October 5, 2023

On July 19, 2023, Fauquier lost a bright soul and an even brighter smile. Officer Salvatore “Sal” Torelli’s death devastated not only FHS, but anyone who was lucky enough to have met him. Throughout...

Virginia DOE: New Pronouns Need Parental Consent

Virginia DOE: New Pronouns Need Parental Consent

Ali Patusky, Managing Editor October 5, 2023

On July 19, 2023, the new “Model Policies on Ensuring Privacy, Dignity, and Respect For All Students and Parents in Virginia’s Public Schools,” published by the Virginia Department of Education went...

Students mourn the loss of principal Kraig Kelican at a candlelight vigil.

Charges Pending after Kelican’s Death

David Achter, Editor-in-Chief September 7, 2023

This article is part of an ongoing series of articles on Principal Kraig Kelican. For the full list, see fhsfalconer.com/kelican. This article's headline and content has repeatedly changed as new information...

Dual Enrollment Numbers at a High Last Term

Angel Alvarado, Staff May 4, 2023

Dual enrollment is becoming an increasingly popular option for high school students who want to get a head start on college credits. FHS has seen a significant increase in dual enrollment numbers during...

Previous Graduates wait on Falcon Field for their diplomas

Updated Graduation Information

Sophia Long, News Editor May 4, 2023

Save the dates! The combined Senior Celebration and Senior Picnic for the class of 2023 will take place on May 12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the baseball complex and is free to all seniors. Principal Kraig...

Students have different views on the acceptability of phones in class.

The Age of Technological Distraction

Lacey Hackett, Staff May 4, 2023

Technology has evolved tremendously over a few decades. From pagers to today’s current smartphones, people now hold a wealth of knowledge in the palm of their hands. Even so, the question of whether...

Students arriving late to school receive a tardy slip, and possibly a detention

Students Upset by Attendance Policies

Shannon Seiler, Staff March 15, 2023

Third time’s a charm, but not when it comes to the attendance policy at FHS; instead, it equates to a detention warning. Principal Kraig Kelican said, “The policy that we’re [using] right now...

FHS Senior Runs for Board of Supervisors

Angel Alvarado, Staff March 13, 2023

Senior Raeid Ebrahim has recently announced his bid for the Center District seat on the Fauquier County Board of Supervisors. The Center District seat is currently held by Kevin Carter. Ebrahim has expressed...

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