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School security has become a pressing issue among parents and teachers after numerous cases of school violence.
Wake County addresses school security with new safety policies
The North Carolina Holocaust Education council seeks to implement a law that mandates Holocaust education in all North Carolina public schools.
History, horror and hope: New law requires Holocaust education in all schools
Snapchat rolled out its MyAI to all users regardless of subscription status on April 19th, 2023.
Snapchat’s artificial intelligence chatbot sparks controversy
Intersections, like the one pictured above, are especially deadly for cyclists and pedestrians who may not be noticed by oncoming vehicle drivers.
Deadly intersections and unsafe streets: America’s worsening pedestrian problem
Political violence across Sudan impacts millions, leading to the destruction of food, electricity and water supply as well as infrastructure.
Political rivalry in Sudan leads to Civil War
The 2023 UEFA Champions League final will be between Manchester City and Inter Milan, and will be played on June 10th.
Europe’s biggest soccer showdown is just around the corner
Green Hopes Men Tennis celebrating their 4A NCHSAA State Championship win.
Undefeated
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
Coach Bob Jones watches his team play at home.
A season of success: Coach Jones wins SWAC Coach of the Year
The NBA playoffs consists of sixteen teams battling each other until one is crowned FInals Champion.
NBA Playoffs First Round recap
Summer shopping: Trends to look out for
Summer shopping: Trends to look out for
Pullen Park was a popular spot for birthday parties and picnics.
A walk down memory lane: Nostalgic childhood memories
Many students choose to attend prom in groups with their friends.
And end scene: Green Hope’s Hollywood prom recap
Prom is a special night for many high school students, and capturing beautiful moments through photography is essential.
A Picturesque Prom: 2023 Prom Picture Spots
The Ruby Slippers Dance Company presents a cultural dance at a Lunar New Years festival.
A celebration of heritage: Asian American and Pacific Islander month
Green Hope’s functional Painted Piano “Singing Lillies” at Green Hope Elementary Park until the winter months (Susan Alexander)
Blending Music and Art: Painted Piano
The cast rehearses their show after school and add the final touches.
GH Drama Club bangs the gavel at Jury Duty
The inhabitants of the Addams family mansion sang in unison.
Cast and crew make ‘The Addams Family’ a success
Actors go through their lines at a reading, learning it as they progress through the script.
Behind the scenes: The Addams Family production
2023 East Central All District Band: Band students earn a chair
2023 East Central All District Band: Band students earn a chair
Letters from the editors: Thank you Mr. Mayse
Letters from the editors: Thank you Mr. Mayse
The “Scream” franchise has accumulated over 900 million dollars at the global box office and approximately 517 million domestically. (Nik on Unsplash.com)
Keeping Horror Alive: The Scream Franchise
“Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” will be the last MCU film that James Gunn will make, as he has now moved over to Warner Bros. as the official co-CEO of DC Studios.
Max at the movies: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The Bechdel test is used as a barometer to measure the depth of female characters in movies, books and other cultural outlets.
Is “Cocaine Bear” feminist?
“Inamorata,” featured in the new album, marks the longest song that Metallica has ever made, clocking in at 11 minutes and 10 seconds in length. (Yurii Stupen)
Max’s mixtape: Metallica’s ¨72 Seasons¨ album review
Women continue to protest against their oppressors in society. They are oftentimes disregarded as extremists.
Misandry and misogyny: A response to oppression
Protesters express their thoughts on unjust bans, protesting with many members of the LGBTQ+ community
Unjust unacceptance: America’s ban on drag
Reaching out to support trans youth could save a life.
The power of reaching out: Effects of anti-trans legislation
Social media has played a large role in the evolvement of the LGBTQ+ community.
Safety and acceptance: Finding validity in the LGBTQ+ community
Covids test optional policies have led many to ask if standardized testing is necessary at all.
The cost behind a grade: Standardized testing exclusions
Melanie Warnes, the founder of SWAG, designed a cover-up that is fashionable but prevents feelings of exposure and intimidation.
The feeling of SWAG: Durham businesswoman embraces all body types in new swimwear line
Summer break opens more time for students to work, grow, and gain experience.
Opportunities open during summer break
Shreya Ravi being nominated in the top 20 actors, performing the Addams Family Musical at DPAC
Shreya Ravi: Green Hope’s Rising Star
Editor-in-Chief Lucas Moore works alongside his staff to create this years Senior Magazine.
The end of an era: Lucas Moore reflects on his tenure as Editor-in-Chief
Mr. Mayse was one of the recipients of the Excellence in Teaching Award from the Cary Chamber of Commerce, which honored teachers in all schools in the surrounding Cary area.
A-Mayse-ing! Mr. Matt Mayse wins Excellence in Teaching Award
Quiz: Which Dance Mom are you?
Quiz: Which Dance Mom are you?
As Memorial weekend approaches, many families are planning trips to the beach to enjoy the warm weather.
Quiz: Which North Carolina beach should you go to next?
Quiz: Which reality tv show would be your favorite?
Quiz: Which reality tv show would be your favorite?
Quiz: Which Star Wars character are you?
Quiz: Which Star Wars character are you?
SO many choices~Where should you go for Spring Break?
Quiz: Where should you go for Spring Break?
Green Hope vs. Bean Boozled 2023
Green Hope vs. Bean Boozled 2023
GH Club Fair Showcases Diverse Activities
Black Falcons Meet With Cary PD to Spotlight Cybersecurity
Green Hope Celebrates the Fine Arts
Watch as Green Hope students take on the Bean Boozled challenge!
GH Students Take On Bean Boozled Challenge
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
Falcon Platform: Met Gala and separating art from the artist
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
Falcon Platform: Paris fashion week recap
In this minisode of FalconUpdate, hosts Joseph, Andrew and Taylor scrape the conversation barrel for one last episode before finals. The impromptu discussion quickly devolves into a heated debate on Biscuitville.
FalconUpdate #7: An Impromptu Discussion
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
Falcon Platform: Overconsumption and the influence of trends
Hosts Joseph, Andrew, Taylor and Aubrey discuss the upcoming final exams, along with some important strategies to overcome them.
FalconUpdate #6: The Falcon Finals
In this minisode of FalconUpdate, hosts Joseph, Andrew and Taylor scrape the conversation barrel for one last episode before finals. The impromptu discussion quickly devolves into a heated debate on Biscuitville.
FalconUpdate #7: An Impromptu Discussion
Hosts Joseph, Andrew, Taylor and Aubrey discuss the upcoming final exams, along with some important strategies to overcome them.
FalconUpdate #6: The Falcon Finals
The sleep-deprived FalconUpdate crew hosts their first annual holiday feature. Joseph, Andrew, Aubrey, and Taylor cover plans for winter break and the recent Toys for Toys drive.
FalconUpdate #5: The FalconUpdate Holiday Special
Co-hosts Taylor and Aubrey join host Joseph Pollard to celebrate Mrs. Siebert’s nomination as Green Hope’s Teacher of the Year. In addition, they discuss “Santa Gaw’s” Toys for Tots drive and allude to potentially starting a charity of their own.
FalconUpdate #4: Teachers and Toy Drives
After the end of the marching band season, hosts Joseph, Andrew and Aubrey invite members of the band and Color Guard on the show to discuss the season, their experiences, and future possibilities.
FalconUpdate #3: Post-Band Plans
Raj & Sam recap each week of the NFL season.
NFL Recap Podcast: Week 6
Raj & Sam recap each week of the NFL season.
NFL Recap Podcast: Week 5
Raj & Sam recap each week of the NFL season.
NFL Recap Podcast: Week 4
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
Falcon Platform: Met Gala and separating art from the artist
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
Falcon Platform: Overconsumption and the influence of trends
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
The Falcon Platform Podcast: Ad campaign tanks Balenciaga
Join this fashion podcast by Aditi and Itziar as they discuss fashion news and trends.
The Falcon Platform Podcast: A spray on dress & the Coperni controversy
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Isabel Westerlund

Isabel Westerlund, Staff Writer

Isabel Westerlund is a junior at Green Hope, and this is her first year on the staff of the GHFalcon.  Isabel plays soccer for Green Hope.  She also is deeply involved in SWE which is a club  for women interested in STEM. As a new staff member, Isabel is excited to socialize and communicate with her peers around the school.

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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, Staff Writer
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, Staff Writer
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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