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Rittenhouse Square’s Scarpetta Shines

Paloma Herrera November 14, 2024

Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting Scarpetta, a restaurant in the Rittenhouse Hotel. When I walked in, my eyes were overtaken by the high beams and detailed architecture. Walking to my table involved...

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Soft/Cover Exhibit at The Fabric Workshop

Leila Banks November 14, 2024

The Soft/Cover exhibit at the Fabric Workshop and Museum made me want my money back even though I didn’t spend a dime.  For the last three months, I’ve been wanting to make it to the Fabric Workshop...

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There’s Something for Everyone at Fat Salmon Sushi

Sam Goldwert, Co-Editor-In-Chief November 14, 2024

Blue fluorescent lights, murals on the walls, and an eclectic 2010s pop playlist bumping through the speakers. Am I describing a South Street nightclub? Not quite. It’s Fat Salmon, a tucked-away, hidden...

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Students Weigh in on Upper School Phone Policy

Just in time for the start of the 2024-25 school year, at least 13 U.S. states, including Pennsylvania, have passed laws or policies restricting phone usage in schools. Pennsylvania allocated millions...

Screen Time Causes Headaches? FSS Students Weigh In

Screen Time Causes Headaches? FSS Students Weigh In

Talia Mono May 30, 2024

As students, we spend a lot of time looking at screens. Most of the school work we do is on our computers, the main way we communicate outside of school is through our phones, and many of us watch TV shows...

Falcon Roundtable: Summer Recommendations

Falcon Roundtable: Summer Recommendations

What are some movies/music/books/TV shows (ideally summer-themed, summer vibes) that you’d recommend people check out over the summer? Sam Goldwert I’ll admit I am still making my way through...

Falcon Roundtable: Highlights of the School Year

Falcon Roundtable: Highlights of the School Year

What have been some of the best moments or classes this school year? Sam Goldwert A highlight of mine has been my history classes this year. I’ve really enjoyed U.S. History a lot more than...

Upper School English Syllabus: Which Book Wins? 

Upper School English Syllabus: Which Book Wins? 

Niamh Williams May 28, 2024

My mom has always told me, “If you want to be a good writer, you have to read”. She is both an exceptional writer and an avid reader, so I don’t doubt that her sentiment is correct – even so, I’m...

The Falcon Club Reflects on US Service Days

The Falcon Club Reflects on US Service Days

The 23-24 school year was only the second year under the updated Upper School service program, rehauled by Sarah Kelly, the Upper School Service Coordinator. Writers for The Falcon reflect on the most...

Dune: Part 2: Impossibly Good

Dune: Part 2: Impossibly Good

Carl Heyne May 24, 2024

Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part 2 is amazing. The plot is faithfully recreated, and the aesthetics are on point. The technology feels believable while still being somewhat fantastical. The writing is great...

Seven Breakout Soccer Youngsters to Look Out For

Seven Breakout Soccer Youngsters to Look Out For

Bryce Dodd May 24, 2024

In the world of soccer, the “Ronaldos” and “Messis” are getting ready to hang up their boots and make room for the next generation. Young stars are rising to the occasion to help their teams...

The Red Cross Isn't the Innocuous Non-profit You Thought it Was

The Red Cross Isn’t the Innocuous Non-profit You Thought it Was

Noah Markovich May 24, 2024

Did you know that the pint of blood you donated last month was sold for $150? The American Red Cross’s income last year was 3.01 billion; 14%-20% of this was spent on aid relief. The American Red Cross...