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The Talon
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The Talon
All content by Mary Ellen McDermott ’23
Senior Spotlight #23: Kate Nonnenkamp

Senior Spotlight #23: Kate Nonnenkamp

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Co-Executive Editor
May 12, 2023
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[Photo] A Farewell from the Executive Editors

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23 and Kate Nonnenkamp ’23, Executive Editors
May 11, 2023
Looking for a new hobby in 2023? Knitting is a great one to try!

Unraveling the Art of Knitting

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Co-Executive Editor
January 22, 2023
GC Senior Angel McCray spreading her music in the DMV!

The Musical Accomplishments of Angel McCray

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Co-Executive Editor
November 14, 2022
Executive Editor Mary Ellen McDermott '23 dressed as a cat in 2010

[Photo] A Spooky Surprise from the Editors!

October 30, 2022
Halloween decorations on the library window during a foggy morning.

[Photo] Are High Schoolers Too Old for Halloween?

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23 and Kate Nonnenkamp ’23, Co-Executive Editors
October 28, 2022
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[Photo] The Talon’s Weekly Trivia: DO YOU KNOW THE ANSWER?

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23 and Kate Nonnenkamp ’23, Co-Executive Editors
September 30, 2022
Welcome Back!

Welcome Back!

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23 and Kate Nonnenkamp ’23
September 5, 2022
Exploring the flashing signs in the heart of Times Square

Falcons in the Big Apple

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Co-Executive Editor
September 4, 2022
The evolution of Good Counsel High School's student newspaper, from 1961 through 2019.

From the Archives of GC: The History of The Talon

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23, Co-Section Editor, PERSPECTIVES and SPECIAL PROJECTS
April 11, 2022
What is your favorite book to read in the fall?

The Teacher Feature: Favorite Fall Books in the English Department

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23, Co-Section Editor, PERSPECTIVES and SPECIAL PROJECTS
October 29, 2021
A Black Swallowtail butterfly lands on a Purple Coneflower, enjoying the nectar.

Bring on the Butterflies!

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23, Staff Writer
May 24, 2021
The tools of the science lab: three clear breakers placed on a lab tabletop.

Hands-on Science With Social Distancing in GC’s Science Department 

Mary Ellen McDermott, “23, Staff Writer
March 24, 2021
Classroom Recycling Bin

Falcons Doing their Part: GC’s Impact on the Environment

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23, Staff Writer
January 19, 2021
A Christmas Cookie Compilation: Treats for Santa

A Christmas Cookie Compilation: Treats for Santa

Mary Ellen McDermott ‘23 and Kate Nonnenkamp ’23
December 18, 2020
This photo was taken before any COVID-19 restrictions were put in place

How GC Students Are Serving the Community During The Pandemic

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Staff Writer
October 19, 2020
QuaranTIME

QuaranTIME

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Staff Writer
May 7, 2020
Homelessness in our Area 

Homelessness in our Area 

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Staff Writer
April 14, 2020

In Our Community…

Mary Ellen McDermott ’23, Staff Writer
December 5, 2019
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