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Katherine Idgunji l News Editor Auditions for the 2022 fall play of Peter Pan were held this past week on Tuesday, Sept. 6 and Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Head Director, Tara Pohlkotte, was excited to see so many new faces at the auditions. “We had 14 freshmen audition, in addition to some great freshman technical talent joining us this year,” said Pohlkotte. “It really excites me for what is to come for the program over the next 4

Delaney Smith l Feature Editor For students in the marching band, this past summer has been full of long practices in the hot sun. These students have worked incredibly hard in order to bring a greater sense of school spirit to the football games and to prepare for the competitions that they will participate in throughout the year. “It’s been pretty positive, a lot of high-level achievement,” said band director Scott Muenz. “It’s been a very strong start.” With the new season

There is nothing more essential to a successful student life than a strong community. While high school may seem like the world is dependent on good grades and volunteer hours, we often forget to engage with our fellow students in celebrating our school. In previous times where we have been separated, to times when we are once together all again, it is important that we remember to hold each other up in solidarity. Falcon Nation and student section coordinators have always do

Charles Robbins l Sports Editor It seems like every spring sports team has improved this year, but perhaps none more than the golf team. Last year, the golf team went 9-16, this year they’re already 10-2. The team won its first match in over 20 years last week, beating the powerhouse teams of Manheim Township and Hempfield in the competition. The key to the massive improvement has been senior leadership, according to head coach Andrew Gates. “We certainly have great senior le

Grace Tadajweski l Editor-In-Chief Falcon Nation! Falcon Nation! Falcon Nation! While the school year often brings low energy and high workloads for students, the startup of school again also means the return of Falcon Nation. Falcon Nation, Cedar Crest’s student section, aims to rally the student body together to support their classmates via social media posts, themes, tailgates, and attendance and energetic support at sporting events. This year, Falcon Nation is led by seni

Grace Tadajweski l Editor-In-Chief After working at the school for 30 years, teacher, librarian, and peer mediation advisor, Katy Gerhart, has taken upon a new role as student council advisor. With her new role comes many opportunities and responsibilities that former student council advisor and retiree, Jane Hepler, previously tackled. Student council organizes numerous activities for the student body such as Powder Puff, the King of Hearts fundraiser and dance, and Falcon F

Grace Tadajweski l Editor-In-Chief With 22 clubs participating in this year’s Falcon Fair, both students and club members will be sure to reap the benefits of today: fun with friends and club profit. Falcon Fair is occurring today, Friday, September 16 from 11:15-2:30 p.m. Periods four, five, six, and seven will happen prior to Falcon Fair while periods one, two, three, and eight will take place as Falcon Fair goes on. “I enjoy knowing that all the hard work will pay off in t

Brendan Sheehan l Associate Editor Students huddle into the auditorium on the second day of school. Principal Chris Groff stands with a mic clutched in his hands, his shoulders relaxed as he breaks the news. Indistinct scoffing and chatter fills the room. As part of a new initiative to “get students focused on learning,” new rules are being set in place to limit cellphone use and increase productivity. “We’ve just had an inappropriate usage of phones,” said Groff. “If everyon

Charles Robbins l Sports Editor After 21 years of working as a teacher in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District, sixth grade reading teacher Mike Rohrbach has replaced John Schaffer as assistant principal. Schaffer has moved up to the district office. “I’m really looking forward to connecting with a larger group of students and staff,” said Rohrbach. “All new jobs have challenges, I’m not sure what the toughest part will be, but I’m looking forward to embracing all the challen

Ryan Glover | Digital Editor Last year, senior Aiden Moyer introduced a new way to enjoy walking in the halls. Moyer created Falcon Radio, so he could play music in between classes. Doing it with one person would be pretty tough, so Aiden looked for some staff to help him out. Senior Steven Frank was quickly taken in to the program after he showed Aiden how much he loved the concept of Falcon Radio and music. HOSTING: Seniors Steven Frank and Caden Ebersole use the intercom s