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A NEW ERA OF LEADERSHIP | Expressing commitment to actively engage with all stakeholders and collaborate closely with the Board of Education, the new superintendent, Andrea Tuttle, aims to align efforts towards shared objectives. “I will listen to all stakeholders and work with the Board to ensure we are working toward common goals,” Tuttle said.

Dr. Andrea Tuttle appointed new Superintendent

By Isabella Boedeker, Kenzie Dera, and Ian DuVernay January 24, 2024

Following the retirement of Superintendent Dr. Jon Dean on Aug. 23, 2023, the Board of Education has spent the last 3 months carefully choosing a replacement. In a unanimous 7-0 vote on Tuesday, Dec. 12,...

Navigating education finance: FAFSA redesigns aim to simplify application process

Navigating education finance: FAFSA redesigns aim to simplify application process

By Mia Schultz, Brandon Eshman, and Elissa Singh January 24, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA] is a significant document that students complete to request financial assistance for college. This program is designed to support students from lower-income...

Resolving failed resolutions

Resolving failed resolutions

By Allie McIntyre, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

As the end of the year approaches, people begin to rush to complete their New Year’s resolutions that they made at the start of the new year. According to Ohio State University’s Fisher College of...

North needs to ditch the dryers

North needs to ditch the dryers

By Jolie Plewa, Intern January 16, 2024

 Washing hands is the first step to preventing the spread of illnesses, and considering that we are heading towards the most contagious time of the year for the flu, keeping good hygiene is especially...

Tasman Uggs: A shoe for every occasion

Tasman Uggs: A shoe for every occasion

By Stephanie Karoutsos, Section Editor January 11, 2024

Ugg is one of the most popular sheep fur boot brands world wide and ships to over 130 countries. The brand is known for its comfortability, versatility and range of shoe styles. The Tasman Ugg has recently...

Flipping back into gymnastics: North’s gymnastics team is seeing a return of gymnasts after leaving the sport in previous years.

Flipping back into gymnastics: North’s gymnastics team is seeing a return of gymnasts after leaving the sport in previous years.

By Allie McIntyre and Josie Cueter December 20, 2023

Specializing in floor and beam, sophomore Emily Bania might be new to the team, but she is not new to gymnastics.  After taking a year off the sport, many new players are returning to Grosse Pointe North...

Social media fosters awareness when used with a purpose

Social media fosters awareness when used with a purpose

By Nour Zaki and Kelton Green December 20, 2023

Over the years, movements have pushed politicians and world leaders to listen to the masses via social media, which can aid in bringing people together to organize boycotts, strikes and protests. When...

THE 3:05 RUSH |On the last day before break, students like senior Rocco Cardinale can be seen swiftly exiting towards their cars. “Leaving school on the last day before break is so exciting because it means a week of no school and hanging out with friends and family,  Cardinale said. “Breaks may not be inclusive to every culture, so that person may not be celebrating something, however, it does give them a week off of school and a stress-free week of no homework.”

Break schedule doesn’t quite fit the calendar

By Stephanie Karoutsos, Gabby Miller, and Molly Lau December 19, 2023

As the festive season arises and students eagerly anticipate the beginning of winter break, they seek the opportunity to share precious moments with friends and family. There is a favoring of Christian...

Women breaking records in the world of business

Women breaking records in the world of business

By Akasha Teel, Intern December 19, 2023

In the past few years, business schools and programs, which have a large male enrollment percentage, have reported that they are seeing more female students enrolling in the past couple of years than ever...

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Students Demand Action calls for a better future

By Rachel Rumschlag, Intern December 18, 2023

After being concerned by the effects of gun violence on young people, junior Marissa Ford decided she needed to make a change. When searching for the perfect way to get involved, Ford decided to create...

Skating from childhood to adulthood

Skating from childhood to adulthood

By Allie Mattes and Everley Aldridge December 18, 2023

As a coach who has been a part of the hockey community for 21 years, Taylor Shaheen strives to teach more than just hockey. Shaheen has always been dedicated to ice hockey. She played for Grosse Pointe...

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Prequel fails to fly with original series

By Mary Bentley, Web Editor December 17, 2023

Eight years after “Mockingjay Part 2” came out, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" was released on Nov. 17, 2023. The movie explores the challenges future President Snow faces during the events...

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