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The student news site of Falls Church High School in Falls Church, Virginia

The Jagwire

The student news site of Falls Church High School in Falls Church, Virginia

The Jagwire

A Classroom on the Mall student organizes racks of dresses. Many are brand-new, and accessories are also available.
Features
Shop for Prom Dresses…for Free!
Kelly Hernandez-Amaya, Staff Writer • April 2, 2025

With Prom approaching, the hunt to find the perfect dress is on. Prom dresses can be expensive, but Centreville High School and the Fair Oaks...

Culture
Best Albums of 2024: A Review
Jean De Paz Grisales, Managing Editor • December 10, 2024

Chromakopia by Tyler, The Creator: Chromakopia is Tyler’s most personal album to this date. On October 28, 2025 Chromokopia, a new beautifully...

Artwork by Ingri Morales- Garcia, Art Editor
Culture
Cool and Cozy: What are 2024’s Fall/ Winter Fashion Trends?
Aliz Orozco Vasquez, Assistant Culture Editor

As the weather cools and leaves start to fall, people are excited to bring out their warm, layered clothes for this season. This year’s fall...

Culture
The Rise of a Midwest Princess: The Appeal of Chappel at FC
Anjali Modak, Editor-in-Chief

Over the past year, pop singer Chappell Roan has gone from an emerging artist to a music sensation, captivating fans with her unique style, lyrics,...

Looking at Life through Books
Culture
Looking at Life through Books
Stefani Cruz-Portillo, Features Editor

Have you ever left anything behind? Many immigrants do, only for the hopes of a better future. These three realistic fiction books by Hispanic-American...

Students make bracelets at a bracelet-making station during the most recent FC wellness day.
Wellness Days: Do Students Enjoy Them?
Ashlin Valladares-Orellana, Opinions Editor • December 10, 2024

Have you ever wondered what a Wellness Day is and is it actually helpful? A Wellness day is a day where students or employees take time off from...

Students gathered near the football field at
the end of the day to show their support for
mental health awareness.
Students Walk Out to Support Mental Health Awareness
Emily Nguyen, News Editor • December 10, 2024

On the afternoon of October 22nd, some students organized a walkout to raise awareness of mental health and draw attention to rising concerns...

Kate Schlageter-Prettyman (12) and Miles Alexander (11)
perform in The Phantom Tollbooth. (Photo courtesy of Gary Rubin)
FC Theatre Travels Across Stages
Anjali Modak, Editor-in-Chief • December 10, 2024

Just as Milo embarked on a journey through the Kingdom of Wisdom in The Phantom Tollbooth, FC Spotlight Theatre hit the road this December, bringing...

From Tradition to Celebration: Homecoming Evolution Over the Years
Jagwire Staff December 10, 2024

Origins of Homecoming Homecoming first originated at the University of Missouri in 1910. According to The University...

From Tradition to Celebration: Homecoming Evolution Over the Years
Jagwire Staff December 10, 2024

Origins of Homecoming Homecoming first originated at the University of Missouri in 1910. According to The University...

Enchanted Garden: Junior-Senior Prom 2024
June 19, 2024

Falls Sports Round Up: FC Athletes and Teams Find Success this Season
Nora Cunningham, Sports Editor • December 10, 2024

Golf The Golf team had an outstanding season, marked by strong performances of skill and teamwork. The team consistently competed at a high...