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Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of  Jan. 8-14

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Jan. 8-14

By Colin Haroutunian, Intern January 8, 2018

Michigan and other states’ Macy’s stores to close Macy’s announced that it would close 11 stores throughout 2018, including one at Birchwood Mall, located near Port Huron. While saving money...

On Pointe: Top things to look out for the week of Dec. 24-31

On Pointe: Top things to look out for the week of Dec. 24-31

By Savannah Burguron, Intern January 3, 2018

The latest and last installment of the “Pitch Perfect” franchise came out on Dec. 22. The movie follows the Barden Bella girls on their final journey to prove to the world that they aren’t...

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Dec. 11-15

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of Dec. 11-15

By Amber Braker, Editor December 12, 2017

1. Attempted terrorist attack in New York City subway Yesterday during the morning rush-hour, 27-year-old Akayed Ullah set off a homemade explosive device in a New York City subway. The attack was...

Hypnotist visits North psychology classes

Hypnotist visits North psychology classes

By Abi Murray December 1, 2017

As part of their States of Consciousness chapter, Jennifer Weisbrodt’s AP Psychology classes welcomed hypnotist Michael Brody to North on Tuesday. Brody, referred to Weisbrodt by South’s Psychology...

The advantages and disadvantages of holiday shopping

The advantages and disadvantages of holiday shopping

By Emily McCloskey, Intern November 29, 2017

Right after Thanksgiving dinner, Freshman Keelin McCarthy heads out to the mall with her family to go Black Friday shopping. While many people find the fighting over products to be overwhelming, the thrill...

Close Up trip invitations handed out

Close Up trip invitations handed out

By Colin Haroutunian, Intern October 18, 2017

Select students received invitations on Oct 16 to the Close Up Foundation’s Washington D.C. trip that the school partakes in. The trip will last six days, starting on February 25th, 2018. The overall...

Standarized testing to impact student schedules

Standarized testing to impact student schedules

By Colin Haroutunian, Intern October 11, 2017

Students of all grades missed their daily classes on Wednesday, Oct. 11, due to the Preliminary SAT that occurred in school. Unlike most students, seniors did not partake in the PSAT, giving them a...

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Spirit week overview

By Allison Lackner, Business Manager October 1, 2017

Monday: Sophomores wear their spirit shirts to set an example for the freshman class. The sophomore’s theme is spooky sophomores to represent the celebration of Halloween. Their class shirt is based...

FRESHMAN FLOAT FORMATION: Ninth graders Elliot, Karin, and Delia (pictured left to right) puff poms for their birthday themed float on Wednesday.

News brief: Homecoming float progress

By Sophie Kehrig, Intern September 28, 2017

Turnout for this week’s first float parties has left much to be desired from every class, but advisors remain optimistic. “[Student participation is]  lower than probably I’d like to be, but...

Director Sean Kifer teaches student actors how to use a prop.

12 Angry Jurors to be performed this weekend

By Emily Widgren, Intern September 26, 2017

On Thursday, Sept. 28, Drama Club members will perform “12 Angry Jurors.” The show is based on the novel “12 Angry Men,” and will run from Sept. 28- Oct. 1 in the Performing Arts Center. Director...

The students leave on Thursday and stay till Sunday in Floridas Disneyland.

Keeping it brief: five things to know for the week of March 20-26

By Gowri Yerramalli, Business Manager March 20, 2017

North students visit Disney Students in North’s Band and Orchestra program will be visiting Disney to perform at the festival. The students will be leaving on Thursday, March 23 and will be...

Activist group We GP creates high school board of directors

Activist group We GP creates high school board of directors

By Katelynn Mulder and Amber Braker March 20, 2017

After last year’s divisive election, some in the Grosse Pointe community decided to reject polarization and instead focus on combating civil and human rights issues that they feel affect everyone regardless...

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