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The student news site of Fort Worth Country Day

Falcon Quill
The student news site of Fort Worth Country Day

Falcon Quill
News
The Texas Giant roller coaster ride is seen at the Six Flags Over Texas amusement park in Arlington, Texas July 23, 2013. REUTERS/Mike Stone
Six Flags Over Texas Introduces Record Breaking Roller Coaster
May 15, 2026
US History Teacher Sara Teegarden talks about the Basiji in Iran.
US History Teacher Gives Context to Iran Conflict
May 12, 2026
The Fort Worth Country Day plaid is one of the school's most iconic traditions
Uniform Changes for Upper School
April 30, 2026
Features
Jared Connaughton, head cross country and track and field coach at FWCD, standing next to Alex Gardiner in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Built by Sport: How Former Athletes Now Lead FWCD Falcons
May 25, 2026
Sherri Reed and David Bamberger hanging together at Bamberger Ranch
Sherri Reed Leaves Lasting Impact at FWCD
May 25, 2026
The Dickies Arena hosts the FWSSR's rodeo competitions. Photo by Ben Vaughn.
Not His First Rodeo: Stock Show and Rodeo GM and President Describes His Experience
May 24, 2026
Life and Arts
Movie poster design for The Batman
Batman Keeps Me Interested From Start to Finish
Photo taken by Allen Vaughn
Chapp’s Burgers Beat Out Best of the Best
The theme for the festival, Remix, was emphasized with graphics and displays throughout the St. Mark's campus.
Spend a Day With FWCD Students at ISAS Arts Festival at St. Mark’s School of Texas
Sports
Jared Connaughton, head cross country and track and field coach at FWCD, standing next to Alex Gardiner in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Built by Sport: How Former Athletes Now Lead FWCD Falcons
May 25, 2026
Tatiana Booth, head girls volleyball coach, poses next to her high school coach, following a game.
Volleyball Coach
May 22, 2026
Ryan Thomas sitting on the bench at Texas Tech's basketball facility. Photo courtesy of Ryan Thomas.
Coach Ryan Thomas Uses Basketball to Impact Others
May 20, 2026
Perspectives
Team USA Captain Aaron Judge.
Stars and Stripes favored in 2026 WBC
May 20, 2026
The FWCD Varsity Football team runs out of the tunnel before a football game
Time to Cool Off
May 17, 2026
LeBron James playing for the Lakers.
101 challenges for the King
May 14, 2026
Trending Stories
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Maya holding a copy of This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi, which can be found in the library.

Weaving Together a Recap of "This Woven Kingdom" • 6 Views

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The Texas Giant roller coaster ride is seen at the Six Flags Over Texas amusement park in Arlington, Texas July 23, 2013. REUTERS/Mike Stone

Six Flags Over Texas Introduces Record Breaking Roller Coaster • 4 Views

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The FWCD Varsity Boys Golf team prepares to play.

2026 Boys Golf Recap • 3 Views

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Kate Beckett (played by Stana Katic) and Richard Castle, played by Nathan Fillion

"Castle" Series Entices Mystery Fanatics • 2 Views

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Video
Two staffers from Congressman Marc Veasey's office speak to the FWCD sophomores on the Capitol steps.
The theme for the festival, Remix, was emphasized with graphics and displays throughout the St. Mark's campus.
US History Teacher Sara Teegarden talks about the Basiji in Iran.
Meet the Staff
Jack Rodgers
Jack Rodgers
Reporter

Hello, my name is Jack Rodgers, I am in the 10th grade and this is my 2nd year on staff as a reporter. I would like to cover sports and current event stories. Some of my hobbies are playing basketball,...

Carrick McPadden
Carrick McPadden
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I'm Carrick Sean McPadden, a freshman on my first year of the Falcon Quill staff. I am an avid sports fan, and play on the volleyball, basketball, and baseball teams. Because of my love of sports, I hope...

Chloe Nelson
Chloe Nelson
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Hi, I’m Chloe Nelson. I’m a junior, and this is my first year writing for the Quill. You’ll usually catch me running around campus, but when I’m not training, I’ll probably be dreaming of becoming...