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By Graciella Bang-On and Brooke Mekonnen Hello Falcons! Winter’s right around the corner, so to celebrate the beginning of the new season, take this quiz to see which one you’re more of: a snow person or an elf. We got 15 questions waiting for you! Tally up your points with the points next to the … More Would You Rather Personality Quiz – Winter Edition!

By: Kevin Guo It would be needless for me to attempt an elucidation of the significance of the events that arose in the South, where that beacon of democracy, on which free nations such as ours have relied so heavily for survival and expansion, has undergone the most tumultuous exercise of the principles laid down … More A Piece of Commentary on the American Election and Public Virtue

By Carly Tuchner Pollack You might have heard about the new and upcoming K-pop group called NewJeans. If you haven’t, let me tell you a bit about them! NewJeans is a five member group who is under the company “Hybe.” They make Korean-pop music and have won over thirty awards within their debut. They have … More The NewJeans Scandal

By: Andrea Ketis Introduction In Canada, Remembrance Day is a memorial day marked by parades and moments of silence to commemorate those who lost their lives in the line of duty. This event is typically observed by Commonwealth countries such as Belgium, France, and the United Kingdom, every year on November 11 at 11:00 a.m. … More Remembrance Day and the Symbolism of Poppies

By J. Liu The Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test took place on Tuesday November 26, 2024. It is a high school graduation requirement for Ontario students. The test measures whether students are meeting the minimum standard for literacy across all subjects up to the end of Grade 9. It sounds pretty easy for local students. … More OSSLT Preparation for International Students

By: Erik Subashi Before beginning, it must be established that this article is not about personal preference. Some people choose not to like potatoes, and that choice will be respected. However, from an objective standpoint, it can be argued that potatoes are the greatest food ever. They are easy to grow and store, affordable, nutritious, … More The Potato: The Greatest Food Ever

Although it feels as if we’ve been here for ages already, welcome back to another fantastic year Falcons! As this year’s Golden Falcon Editorial Team, we feel obliged to wish everyone congratulations on making it this far. Time really flies when you’re sitting in school for six hours a day! The 2024-2025 school year is … More Message from the Editors: October 31st, 2024

By Claire Hind and Zachary Spring Do you ever wonder what your teachers’ Halloween traditions are? Well, we have their secrets, or should we say, pumpkin seeds for you! First off, Ms. Main: What is she doing for Halloween this year? Get ready…. She doesn’t know yet. She likes to keep us on our toes. … More Teachers’ Halloween Shenanigans, Unmasked

By: Erik Subashi Introduction As the 2024 presidential election in the United States approaches, a deep divide in American morals and ideals has emerged. On one side stands Kamala Harris, the current Vice President and an experienced lawmaker, who aims to lead the country through economic challenges, environmental crises, and rising hatred. On the other … More The United States 2024 Presidential Election: What’s at Stake

By Hania Piechocinski What’s better than watching scary (or not so scary) movies during the spooky season? That’s right, nothing! In this article you will discover the five most popular and iconic Halloween movies and TV shows to date.  The animated film Hotel Transylvania is extremely popular and one of the first movies that comes … More The Five Most Popular Halloween Movies and TV Shows

By. Graciella Bang-on and Brooke Mekonnen Happy autumn Forest Hill! Have you ever looked at all of the multicoloured leaves on trees and wondered what colour best represents you? Well, you’re in luck! All you need to do for this quiz is keep track of how many points there are for each answer you pick … More Quiz: Which Autumn Leaf Colour are You?

By: Andrea Ketis Thanksgiving is often regarded as the official start of autumn. The long weekend surrounding this holiday is spent raking leaves, watching nature transition from a vibrant green to a fiery red and orange, and sharing a meal with friends and family. But where did the custom originate? Before the arrival of European … More The History and Traditions of Thanksgiving in Canada

By: J. Liu Autumn is beautiful and a pleasant season after the hot summer. The cool breeze makes people think about red maple leaves and festival celebrations. Many festivals are celebrated in autumn around the world, many celebrating the harvest and blessings of the year. Now, let’s take a look at some festivals that are … More Festivals Celebrated in Autumn

By: Tyler Tabesh Guess what! It’s almost spring, as much as we love the snow, spring is right around the corner. This means getting into that blossoming mood and preparing our garden! As we head into the month of March, here are some top crucial gardening tips that will make your garden shine!  Not only … More 4 Things to Do during Spring

By Hania Piechocinski What’s better than celebrating Valentine’s Day with the ones you love? Watching rom-coms that make you feel like you’re third-wheeling! Today I will tell you all about which movies are worth it and why.   How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is a hilarious rom-com about a woman who tries to … More The Best 5 Rom-Coms to Watch During the Valentine’s Day Season