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An infinity symbol represents the idea that autism is a complex spectrum that includes individuals with a wide range of abilities.
Autism Awareness month: Fighting for visibility and acceptance
Japan is North Carolina’s top foreign investor, creating approximately 30,000 jobs in the state.
North Carolina and Japan ties grow after prime minister visit
Passengers of Alaskan Airlines flight 1282 received a note on Mar. 22 from the FBI notifying them that they could have potentially been the victims of a crime.
Boeing faces turbulent times
A viewer watches the solar eclipse through her ISO-certified eclipse glasses. These special glasses can be purchased from various stores or disseminated at events.
Chasing shadows: A guide to the 2024 solar eclipse
Despite passing previous inspections, the Dali cargo ship lost power, crashing into the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Consequences of the Baltimore bridge collapse
The pimento cheese festival was held at Downtown Cary Park on April 13.
Let’s get cheesy: Cary’s Pimento Cheese Festival
Getting a job while still going to highschool is a good way to earn some money and can be added to your resume. Photo used with permission from Malaya Sadler on Unsplash
Summer jobs for students
As the 2023-24 school year wraps up, juniors prepare for college applications. Photo used with permission from Philippe Bout on Unsplash
Junior checklist for the college application season
Pictured is the current weight room where all equipment will be removed and placed in the new one.
Woodshop to weight room
Muslims gather at the mosque to offer Taraweeh (night prayers) after breaking their fast, often finishing around 12am. Photo used with permission from Sarah Hussain.
From dawn to dusk: Ramadan 2024
The University of Iowa, the NCAA Championship runner ups, led by Caitlin Clark, packed out multiple of their tournament matches after an incredibly successful season. Photo used with permission from Geoffrey Dean.
2024 WNBA draft spotlights female athleticism
Played in the Hornets home arena, Charlotte played host to first and second-round matchups including UNC vs. Michigan State.
March Madness recap
NC State starting their highly-anticipated game against Duke to win the Elite Eight. Photo used with permission from Jackson Cowen.
A Cinderella story: NC State reaches Final Four
Public gyms can be intimidating, especially for beginners.
Got gym-xiety? Here’s how to get started.
Brinley Zalc (’24) is #5 on the womens soccer team and defends against an opponent from Athens Drive. Photo used with permission from Brinley Zalc.
Spring sports: Start of season recap
Pickleball has grown in popularity due to its easy of play. Cary, NC hosted a large pickleball tournament recently. Photo by Joan Azeka on Unsplash
Cary’s pickleball tournament
Green Hope HOSAs SLC competitors dominated at the statewide competition. Photo used with permission from Mrs. Andrus.
SLC Recap: GH HOSA
Concerts are a fun way to interact with your favorite artists surrounded by friends and fans. Photo by Anthony DELANOIX on Unsplash
Trips in the Triangle: Upcoming Concerts
Having a vacuum cleaner and trash bags helps complete cleaning with ease.
Felicity Falcon: Spring Cleaning
Nic Anderson (‘25) seen in the fall ‘23 advanced theater production of “The Terrible Infants.” The upcoming spring musical “9 to 5” will be her eleventh production with the Green Hope Theatre Company. Photo used with permission from Nic Anderson.
Talents of Theater: Nic Anderson
Nic Anderson (‘25) seen in the fall ‘23 advanced theater production of “The Terrible Infants.” The upcoming spring musical “9 to 5” will be her eleventh production with the Green Hope Theatre Company. Photo used with permission from Nic Anderson.
Talents of Theater: Nic Anderson
Ria Rohilla (‘24) is seen constructing the set for Green Hope Theatre Company’s fall 2023 play, “Almost Maine.” Photo used with permission from Ria Rohilla.
Talents of Theater: Ria Rohilla
Eva Alperovich (‘24) poses for a photo shoot after her performance of “The Marriage” at her old theater camp in Massachusetts. Photo used with permission from Eva Alperovich.
Talents of Theater: Eva Alperovich
Dianhao Li (25), portraying Lendall in Green Hopes production, “Almost Maine,” acts out a breakup with fellow member of the drama club. Photo used with permission from Dianhao Li.
Talents of Theater: Dianhao Li
Henry Rowen (‘24) assumes the lead role of Franklin Hart Jr., in the spring musical, 9 to 5. Photo used with permission from Mr. Allen Botwick.
Talents of Theater: Henry Rowen
Ms. Holland is looking forward to teaching English at Green Hope for semesters to come!
Humans of Green Hope: Ms. Kathleen Holland
Mr. Colin Richardson getting ready to APUSH his way through many more semesters to come.
Humans of Green Hope: Mr. Colin Richardson
Mr. Daniel Teitelbaum, known for his humor, stands as a role model for those interested in learning French. Photo used with permission from Sam Chu.
Humans of Green Hope: Mr. Daniel Teitelbaum
One of the many chalk drawings made by art club members at a weekly meeting. Photo used with permission from Anna Chen (‘25).
Humans of Green Hope: Anna Chen & Lindsey Li
Shannon Williams (‘24) and Allison Sims (‘24) smile together after the chorus and orchestra winter concert in December. Photo used with permission from Shannon Williams.
Humans of Green Hope: Shannon Williams
2024: April monthly playlist
2024: April monthly playlist
Cult classics can become great business if marketed the right way. Napoleon Dynamite merchandise is still popular today, despite the movie being over 2 decades old. Photo used with permission from Roberto Contreras via Unsplash.
Cult classics: Their past, present and future
A student’s expedition to translate 12 pages of Shakespearian literature turns into an afternoon nap.
Satire: Shakespeare is mid…
Some shows take up all the spotlight on Netflix, but here are some that deserve to be watched too. Photo used with permission from Venti Views via Unsplash.
The ultimate Netflix recommendation guide
“Dune: Part Two” went on to gross around $178 million dollars in its opening weekend, being the biggest box office opening of 2024 so far.
Max at the Movies: Dune Part Two
Popular vacation destinations such as the Bahamas have been continuously targeted in armed robberies and sexual assaults.
Sailing into controversy
Performative activism is an ongoing issue as it diminishes the meaning behind environmentalist movements by doing nothing to help and using the movement for to avoid societal pressures.
The actors “saving” the world
Game subscription services have been rapidly increasing in popularity, with the largest service, PlayStation Plus Premium, reporting a user count of 47.4 million, leading to many believing that services will be the future of the game industry.
Gaming in the future
Roblox’s stock market price has fallen by 41.29% since it originally went public. The main factors contributing to this net loss are poor management and insecurity surrounding its future profitability.
Roblox hits a road block
Killers of the Flower Moon follows the real-life events of “The Osage Murders” in Oklahoma and is based on the critically acclaimed book of the same name, written by David Grann. Courtesy of the Apple TV+ Press via apple.com
Why you should care about “Killers of the Flower Moon” star Lily Gladstone
GHFalcon News 4/12/24
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2024: April monthly playlist
2024: April monthly playlist
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons On Film: 2024 Oscars
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
2024: March monthly playlist
2024: March monthly playlist
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons On Film: 2024 Oscars
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
Campus Chronicles: Second semester shakeup
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter Sports recap
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter Sports recap
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons On Film: 2024 Oscars
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons On Film: Reflecting on the DCEU
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons On Film: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?
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Falcons On Film: Napoleon Spoiler Review
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Falcons On Film: We “Wish” Disney’s magic was still there
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Spring sports preview
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter Sports recap
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter Sports recap
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Mid-season recap on Winter Sports
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Mid-season recap on Winter Sports
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Pre-Season Winter Sports
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Pre-Season Winter Sports
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: fall season recap
The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: fall season recap
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
Campus Chronicles: Student Success
Campus Chronicles: Second semester shakeup
Business Fair 2023: fall semester
Among the halls: State Fair edition
Powderpuff 2023
Practice With A Purpose
Play For Reese
Davis Drive Park has fields, Greenways and trails.
Gallery: Parks around town
Sophomore Class President Ian House recieves a round of applause as he opens the 2023-24 Pep Rally.
A day to remember: 2023 Pep Rally Recap
Behind the scenes: weekly broadcast news
Baking can be a great way to wind down, and food can connect many, especially during the colder months of the year. Wind down with the recipes in the articles and gather with loved ones for a fun fall celebration!
Fall bake and make: A season for crafting!
Nearly 10,000 people visit the Asia Fest at Koka Booth Amphitheatre to experience various Asian cultures and heritages.
A collision of cultures: Asia Fest 2023
2024: April monthly playlist
2024: April monthly playlist
2024: March monthly playlist
2024: March monthly playlist
2024: February monthly playlist
2024: February monthly playlist
Quiz: Which spring coach are you?
Quiz: Which spring coach are you?
For people struggling to study, incorporating a new study technique into their routine can be helpful. However, there are many strategies to choose from -- take the quiz to find out which one best suits you. Photo used with permission from Thought Catalog via Unsplash.
Quiz: What weird study method are you?
Quiz: Which Green Hope AP elective are you?
Quiz: Which Green Hope AP elective are you?
Quiz: Are you street smart or book smart?
Quiz: Are you street smart or book smart?
Quiz: Do you have common sense?
Quiz: Do you have common sense?
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The GH Falcon

The GH Falcon
Isabel Westerlund

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor

Isabel Westerlund is a senior at Green Hope, and this is her second year on the staff of the GH Falcon. She has a passion for social media and enjoys interviewing and interacting with her fellow classmates. She loves being with friends, playing soccer, and creating fun videos and posts for the whole school to enjoy. Isabel also enjoys travelling and spent her summer in Norway, Washington DC, and Florida. She can't wait to see what this year will bring for ghfalcon.com and all of its socials.

All content by Isabel Westerlund
Quiz: Do you have common sense?

Quiz: Do you have common sense?

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
April 8, 2024
A student’s expedition to translate 12 pages of Shakespearian literature turns into an afternoon nap.

Satire: Shakespeare is mid…

Isabel Westerlund and Valentina Garcia
March 18, 2024
Ms. Diorio helped set up a display in the library with a variety of books relevant to both World War II and the Holocaust.

Honoring the lives lost: International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Zoe Westerlund and Isabel Westerlund
January 30, 2024
Compounds in jet fuel are a common ingredient on grocery store items, and many companies employ marketing tactics that misrepresent their contents.

Jet fuel in food products causes health concerns

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
December 4, 2023
Potential Republican Presidential nominee candidates engaged in a second debate on Sept. 27, all vying for a shot at reaching the White House.

[Photo] In second Republican Debate, candidates voice concerns on prevalent issues

Leo McDunn, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
These two iPhones are nearly impossible to tell apart. The one on the top is the iPhone 13 pro and the one on the bottom is the iPhone 14 pro. This fact that there is so little difference in iPhones shows how little the iPhones changed from one generation to the next.

[Photo] Is this Apple’s so-called “Think different”?

Tri Do, Staff Writer
September 25, 2023
Cady has delivered an easy and straightforward process right into students hands, allowing them to manage their senior portraits independently and on their own schedule.

Seniors smile with CADY: New Portraits

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
September 27, 2023
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[Photo] The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: The fall season

Justin Jackson and Mason Dean
September 18, 2023
Online investment apps geared towards a younger demographic are placing financial knowledge and aid at the fingertips of children.

Top five investment apps for teens

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
September 1, 2023
Senior Wyatt Schaffer (middle left) sharing a smile with his fellow senior Cody Kennison (left), and teammates Harrison Brewer (middle right) and Chase Kitchens (right).

Spring sports: End of season recap

Neil Parmar, Aditi Bhadauria, Isabel Westerlund, Peggy Chen, Max Spiegel, Sam Dare, and Yan Zimnitskaya
May 24, 2023
Frank Ocean performing on stage at Coachella in 2023 following a seven year hiatus.

Return of an R & B legend: Frank Ocean

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
April 25, 2023
Green Hope Baseball in front of Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. They traveled there for the Cape Hatteras Surf Sand Service Tournament, where they went 2-0 with wins over Panther Creek and Cape Hatteras Secondary School.

Spring season mid-season sports roundup

Sam Dare, Aditi Bhadauria, Peggy Chen, Max Spiegel, Neil Parmar, Isabel Westerlund, and Yan Zimnitskaya
April 18, 2023
The Mens Tennis gives Green Hope another point in the Fight for 55.

Spring sports: Early season roundup

Aditi Bhadauria, Sam Dare, Neil Parmar, Peggy Chen, Isabel Westerlund, Max Spiegel, and Yan Zimnitskaya
March 3, 2023
Many of the Dhar Mann’s actors who were employed for his productions have claimed unfair treatment within their work environment.

Dhar Mann under allegations of mistreatment towards actors

Neil Parmar and Isabel Westerlund
February 17, 2023
DECA Board members with their trophies after placing in the district competition.

DECA: Dominating Districts

Isabel Westerlund, Jazmin Jagger, and Neil Parmar
December 13, 2022
Black Friday: The best deals and bargains

Black Friday: The best deals and bargains

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
November 21, 2022
Green Hope students discuss the need for a balance between school and jobs.

Working smarter and harder: Green Hope’s working students

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
November 14, 2022
Leaving Iowa: Green Hope’s fall play

Leaving Iowa: Green Hope’s fall play

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
November 3, 2022
The senior members of the Green Hope Dance Team give a cheer.

Green Hope’s got the moves: The dance team

Isabel Westerlund and Jazmin Jagger
October 26, 2022
Henry Rowen and Youssef ElHassani rehearse the diner scene, with Aidan Murray and Kat Walker sitting in the back.

BTS: Theater Company preps for Leaving Iowa

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
October 20, 2022
The football team has been impacted by concussions this season.

Hit hard: The Football team’s wave of concussions

Isabel Westerlund, Social Media Editor
October 7, 2022
Green Hope alumni shared their advice for students still in high school.

Speaking in retrograde: Advice from Green Hope alumni

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
October 6, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II of England passes as of September 8th, 2022, leaving the country in a state of mourning.

Passing of Queen Elizabeth II Marks a New Era for England

Jazmin Jagger and Isabel Westerlund
September 13, 2022
Soccer has had a stellar start to the season, and hopes to keep that momentum going.

Early Season Sports Roundup: Fall Sports

Lexie Davila, Jazmin Jagger, Isabel Westerlund, Mary Tufts, and Amaya Dockery
September 8, 2022
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