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New Year, new me

New Year, new me

By Elly Meteer, Gianna Roux, and Lauren Kaled February 1, 2024

“New year, new me” is a phrase commonly used by people who are looking to abandon bad habits and pick up better ones at the beginning of the year. Questioning the effectiveness of New Year’s resolutions,...

Connection is key| Being able to converse with the students in Freshman Assist is very important to their learning. The team bonding event was a way to improve in-class communication.“I was really happy with how it went”, Vanston said. “The more conversation between the freshmen that happens, the more thinking that they will do and help them learn more.”

Upping their game

By Mary Bentley and Sage Cole February 1, 2024

In the Freshman Assist program, ninth grade students can receive more individualized attention and direction to help them achieve their full academic potential. Upperclassmen in the program serve as mentors...

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Diverse voices praise inclusivity

By Lilly Kline and Erin Lee January 31, 2024

All are welcome in Diversity Club every other Thursday in room Science 302, according to junior and club president Ash Balido. Upon his arrival here at North as a sophomore, Balido believes that this specific...

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Hanging with Hardy

By Troy Lipscomb and Eli Kociba January 24, 2024

Despite numerous sports options, sophomore Geneiveve Hardy knew that Lyra was for her ever since she began practicing in fifth grade. Entering Lyra was an exciting experience for Hardy which brought her...

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Boiling down to the passion of Viviani

By Kelton Green, Intern January 24, 2024

Throughout his formative years, Culinary Arts instructor Michael Viviani developed a profound enthusiasm for the art of cooking. Turning this passion into a rewarding career and helping others chase their...

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...

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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...

The Season of Giving: Different ways Norsemen can give back this holiday season

The Season of Giving: Different ways Norsemen can give back this holiday season

By Lilly Kline and Troy Lipscomb December 14, 2023

With winter holidays quickly approaching, the season of giving is in full swing. Whether it be food drives or assisting families in need, North offers many ways that students can positively impact the...

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Overlooking the ordinary

By Ian DuVernay, Intern December 12, 2023

Ever since junior Micheal Roustemis picked up his first camera in fifth grade, he knew it was meant to be. Now Roustemis is attending classes at College for Creative Studies to expand his artistic skills. Roustemis...

MAKING MAGICAL MUSIC TOGETHER |
The feeling of belonging and being a part of an encouraging environment is something that North’s choir program has to offer, according to senior Jonathan Lackner. “I like that [choir] really brings us together as a community and I can hang out and create music with my friends,” Lackner said.

Hope lingers on for the choir

By Sage Cole and Elissa Singh November 17, 2023

This year, the choir program was in need of a new director. Upon being hired, Peyton Weil hit the ground running designing a choir program with the help of her accompanist, Catherine Trudell. The established...

Expertise expression at Harbinger Poetry Club

Expertise expression at Harbinger Poetry Club

By Lauren Kaled, Staff Reporter November 16, 2023

By participating in Harbinger Poetry Club’s weekly meetings, student’s can express themselves. Every Friday morning at 7:15 a.m., the Harbinger Poetry club meets in either B317 or B321 for students...

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