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The student news site of Grosse Pointe North High School.                               707 Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

North Pointe Now

The student news site of Grosse Pointe North High School.                               707 Vernier Rd., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

North Pointe Now

Preserving this house: Four administrators resign after 2024 school year

Preserving this house: Four administrators resign after 2024 school year

By Katie Madigan and Sasha Poradun June 7, 2024

One thing was certain for Principal Dr. Kate Murray, she was going to hand her own two children their diplomas when they walked across the North graduation stage. However, this dream is no longer an option...

SHOW AND TELL | As his presentation evolved into an open discussion prompted by the questions of students, Kaphar realized the value of his painting’s unique presence. “My work hangs in museums all around the country,” Kaphar said. “But sometimes it doesn't exist in the community. Sometimes the people in the community that inspire me, that I come from, don't frequent those spaces or when they're in those spaces, don't feel comfortable.”

Titus Kaphar’s visit

By Isabella Boedeker and Lilly Kline May 29, 2024

Although Titus Kaphar’s visit has been in the works for a while, it became more urgent and necessary after a recent controversy regarding a painting from his series, “From a Tropical Space,” sparked...

Baltimore bridge collapse

Baltimore bridge collapse

By Isabella Boedeker and Lilly Kline May 10, 2024

On March 26, junior Colin Smith watched in shock and confusion as he saw the video recording of the Dali cargo ship colliding with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland. Eight...

ACHIEVING GOALS | As Detroit has evolved throughout the years, Detroit Sports Commission Deputy Director Marty Dobek notes the vitality of hosting the NFL Draft and other sporting events Downtown to showcase the thriving city. “We're on a great win streak right now as a city,” Dobek said. “The momentum is strong, and it's continuing to grow. Through our work, we're playing a small part by bringing events here and putting Detroit on a platform to tell our new story and showcase our great city that we all know and love.”

Drafting Detroit pride

By Katie Madigan and Kate Kasuba May 9, 2024

As Honolulu Blue flooded the streets of Detroit on April 25-27, one aspect stood out to Detroit Sports Commission Deputy Director Marty Dobek — the sense of community fostered by Lions fans as a result...

Planting a fresh start

Planting a fresh start

By Allie Mattes, Social Media Editor May 9, 2024

  In 1990 the Grosse Pointe Woods City Hall planted crabapple trees to reflect an English garden, however, 40 years later, these closely planted trees have become non-productive. Ever since, the Grosse...

Business vs. entertainment pay dynamics

Business vs. entertainment pay dynamics

By Erin Lee, Intern April 30, 2024

On March 1, Rihanna received $6 million to perform at a wedding in India, prompting consideration of capitalism's role in society. This has formed questions into how consumers determine how to spend their...

Sasha Poradun & Akasha Teel

Thinking out loud

By Sasha Poradun, Donell James, and Akasha Teel April 17, 2024

Introducing the Neuralink chip concept in March 2017, founder Elon Musk, aimed to connect human brains to the internet by devices controlled by thought. On Jan. 29 the developed chip got implanted into...

Clinton Township explosion shakes community

Clinton Township explosion shakes community

By Allie McIntyre, Staff Reporter April 17, 2024

It was a normal Monday night in Clinton Township, when all of the sudden the ground began to shake unexpectedly.  As community members felt the ground trembling, those in the area, like sophomore Jaiden...

CALL TO ACTION | To promote school pride, Athletic Director Michelle Davis thinks students should stay engaged in community-based activities. “Kids, they need to go out and represent North every day,” Davis said. “We talk about representing North, protecting this house obviously, is one thing, but when they’re at a concert in the community, on a field, still doing what we believe is true as Norsemen to do, to make sure that people see North the way we see North.”

Investigation into concerns raised by two North administrators

By Isabella Boedeker, Ian DuVernay, and Kate Kasuba April 10, 2024

On the first floor of the B-building lies Principal Dr. Kate Murray’s office. Found within her office, is a vertical wooden sign with white letters spelling the word “home.” It stands as a symbol...

Trump’s run challenged

Trump’s run challenged

By Lauren Kaled, Staff Reporter March 11, 2024

  After former President Donald Trump was linked to allegations surrounding the 2020 presidential election and failure to prevent his supporters from breaching the Capital Building on Jan. 6, 2021,...

Unlocking potential: How Apple’s $3,500 headset redefines technology

Unlocking potential: How Apple’s $3,500 headset redefines technology

By Mia Schultz, Brandon Eshman, and Eli Kociba March 7, 2024

The pulse of technology quicked on Feb. 2 when Apple unveiled its groundbreaking Vision Pros. The headset combines accessibility and augmented reality into wearable technology that revolutionizes how people...

Snowfall shortage link to climate change

Snowfall shortage link to climate change

By Elly Meteer, Jolie Plewa, and Elissa Singh February 28, 2024

This winter, Michigan has experienced both a decline and delay in snowfall, impacting ski resorts and prompting a need to adjust to climate change. As temperatures continue to rise, ski resorts must work...

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