About Us
Welcome to the Pottsgrove High School online newspaper. The authors of this newspaper include a mix of Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. This section introduces everyone who is a part of this newspaper. The students work hard to make sure that the news is up-to-date and entertaining. Below, you will meet the amazing members of the Pottsgrove Falcon.
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THE FALCON STAFF
Sophomores
Raelynn Boyd: Raelynn is a sophomore in high school. She loves to run track and go out with her friends and make long-lasting memories. Raelynn is outgoing with her friends but focused on her studies. Raelynn is a big yapper- like a BIG yapper; she can talk someone’s ear off for hours. Oftentimes quiet, but sometimes a crash out for reasonable reasons. Fun fact: Raelynn’s nicknames from her friends are Crashout Queen, Rae, and also Rae Bae. Side note: Raelynn LOVES to eat, and she loves making people laugh.
JaTahri Martin: This is JaTahri’s first year taking the Journalism class. JaTahri loves to play basketball, run track and field, and play video games. He also loves clothes and to dress. He also does side hustles sometimes to make money as a 16-year-old like cutting grass. He likes to be outside with friends to get his mind off things and loves to eat food a lot.
Samaya Weightman: This is Samaya’s first year in journalism. Samaya is a boring person; she just sits on the couch and eats chips. During the fall, she plays volleyball, so she is forced to quit her couch lounging for a while, but once the season is over, she goes back to eating and sleeping.
Juniors
Julian Barner: Julian is a Junior; this is his first year writing. Julian likes to play basketball, listen to music, hang out with his friends, & make money. Julian is quiet, but when he’s around the right people, he can be himself.
Mikyah Byrd: This is Mikyah’s first year writing, and she enjoys doing hair and hanging out with friends in her free time. Her favorite subject is science, and she’s also very quiet.
SyOnce’ Harper: This is SyOnce’s second year at the Falcon. SyOnce’s whole mood is music; everything she does- music is involved. When music isn’t involved or it isn’t really a good song, she’s not the best version of herself. Music is what keeps her calm and relaxed at all times
Jaylen Johnson: Jaylen is in his junior year of high school. He works on his own food truck, “Kash and Sons Southern Kitchen,” and loves to play basketball and chill out. His favorite food is chicken alfredo, and this is his first year writing for the Falcon.
Alesandro Ojeda: This is Alesandro’s first year writing for the Falcon. Alesandro loves music, collecting vinyl, thrifting, and watching TV, including his favorite show: Bojack Horseman. He likes to ride his bike and work out in his free time.
Amelia Rice: This is Amelia’s first year writing for the Falcon Newspaper. Her favorite subjects are History or French. She currently works as an assistant at a hair salon on High Street. She enjoys reading, painting, listening to music, and spending money. Her plans after school are to travel, then go to school to become an art teacher.
Owen Rivera: This is Owen’s first year of journalism. He is an aspiring writer who enjoys relaxing, usually with family, friends, or his three cats. He enjoys playing soccer and just generally being active, but on the other side of that, he does enjoy lying around in his house occasionally.
Rylie Strunk: This is Rylie’s first year as a journalist with The Falcon. Rylie is in a number of clubs, including NHS and Aveidum. She is very involved in her school activities, from playing defense for the school’s Field Hockey team, along with being the third baseman on the Softball team. Outside of school, she enjoys hanging out with friends or just chilling in her room with her rabbit, Leo. Her friends describe her as an outgoing, kind, and caring person, although she may not have the best memory and often loses her focus.
Seniors
Ariana Bland: Ariana is a senior in high school, contributing to The Falcon. She’s played tennis for her school’s team for three years. Ariana also enjoys alone time, especially if it’s spent outside in an open environment; in a place where her mind can roam free.
Tyler Capetola: Tyler is currently the vice president of German Club. He is in German IV and likes learning the language. Currently, he is taking Spanish but would rather learn Italian. He often likes to draw, bake, and travel. He enjoys learning about history and geography, but most importantly, he likes hanging out with his friends and family.
David Froman: David is an avid barracuda lover and chef. He currently works at Giant Direct and is a National TSA qualifier and contestant. In his free time, he likes fashion, music, traveling, and urban exploring.
Darius Hairston: If you already don’t know who Darius is, you should. He is involved with various things within the school, such as NHS, Track, XC, and many more. He loves to get Crumbl, eat, cook, and be with friends. He works hard and is intent on making his dreams come true.
Beckett Noll: Beckett is in his final year of high school and his first year writing for the Falcon. Recreationally, he spends his time hanging out with friends and gaming. Professionally, he’s a retail and blue-collar worker for both Hot Topic and Tuscarora Customs.
Elizabeth Phillips: This is Elizabeth’s first year at The Falcon! She enjoys listening to music and reading in her free time. When she isn’t at home on the weekends, she’s on the softball field with her club team. She also helps manage the Cross Country team, as well as being a member of the National Honor Society.