Standing at the front gate of Eastern State Penitentiary, I imagined the horrors I'd experience behind the walls of this abandoned prison. The night breeze brought a coolness to the adventure that was...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...