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April 7Northwood sweeps SCJEA!
March 28Election Convention results
March 21Principal Leslie Roach to become IUSD Executive Director of Student Support Services
February 22Northwood wins big at OCJEA!
November 1History teacher Greg Guy's advisement wins Advisement Door Decorating Contest
May 24The Element wins Herff Jones yearbook award, recognized as top 1% in the nation
May 12Northwood boys swim breaks the county record for the 400 freestyle relay, winning 1st at CIF-State
April 26Northwood boys golf wins the PCL Championship for the third year in a row
April 25Northwood Girls Lacrosse wins league for the first time in school history!
April 14Northwood swim wins 2nd at Mount Sac, breaking three records

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HIDDEN HEROES: Bev McPherson, a fifth year senior crossing guard, ensures pedestrians’ safety as she greets a familiar face

Crossing guards put community safety first

WE’RE OBSESSED: Junior Kamron Jamali, who plays May as part of the Advanced Drama cast, rehearses with the understudy cast before the opening night of “Call Me Obsessed.”

From Airport to Main Stage: “Call Me Obsessed”

BREAKING THROUGH: Senior Sailor Kensrue learns to use a chainsaw for releasing smoke and heat from structure fires at the OCFA Girls Empowerment Camp in September 2024

Fire Cadet Sailor Kensrue takes on the flames

NOT FOR EVERYONE: While working in high school is a great path for some, it’s not the best path for all students.

Teenage Employment: A choice, not a requirement

YOUTH STORIES IN FOCUS: Junior Anh Vo discusses his photograph in depth with science teacher Jordan Tyo at the OC Focus’ annual exhibit using the Photovoice method.

OC Focus: Empowering youth of color

Sophomore Ella Yu sells a matcha brownie to a friend as a part of the Seeds Club at Sophomore Movie Night.

Sophomore Movie Night returns

Senior and CSF Club President Hannah Cho receives formal apparel at the CSF donation drive, preparing to send the contribution to Working Wardrobes.

CSF’s Donation Drive

Mindful Moments: Freshman Raegan Ivanista focuses on decorating her rock with acrylic markers at the Oak during Sleep for Success Week.

From School Spirit to Self Care: Sleep for Success Week advocates for mental health

BOOKLETS AND BLUEBOOK: Senior Erica Zou takes a practice AP Statistics test on Bluebook using digital formula sheets and scratch paper.

AP tests are going digital

PAST MEETS PRESENT: Unserviced bus stops along Portola await new life through the Irvine CONNECT expansion.
1. Portola Parkway - Orchard Hills Drive intersection

Transportation Commission recommends extending bus service to Northwood

PAWS FOR INCLUSION: Two young attendees share a moment with the school mascot during Irvine’s Disability Awareness Day, highlighting the district’s ongoing efforts to foster belonging from the earliest years.

Acknowledging differences in IUSD’s Annual Abilities Awareness Event

SHARING EDUCATION: Senior Winnie Wei, president and founder of MORB, leads one of their weekly lunch meetings as members prepare to hear speeches from leadership candidates looking to continue the club’s mission to share educational resources.

Northwood’s Mexico Outreach Buddy creates special connections

Northwood senior Ellen Wang presents a cash prize to Sunrise Venture’s Pitch Summit finalists as Mayor Farrah Khan congratulates them for winning the fan favorite award.

Photo provided by Ellen Wang

Northwood students rise to their full potential with Sunrise Venture

From Sunrise to Sunset: A day in the life of students in Ramadan

SUBLIME SKINCARE: Junior Jessy Elias and alumni Jasmine Elias show off their Se.Lo serum products.

Glow with Se.Lo: Northwood entrepreneurs spread self love through skin care

TINY TERROR ON TWO LEGS: The infamous Chicken Jockey from The Minecraft Movie

“A Minecraft Movie” crumbles at its craft

ROTTEN TO THE CORE: The new “Snow White” movie brings the beloved Disney princess and her evil stepmother to life.

The new live action “Snow White” is apple-solutely disastrous

JAZZED UP: Sophomore percussionist Ryan Koo lays it down on the vibraphone in his performance during their performance at Irvine Jazz Festival.

Jazz takes first place at Irvine Jazz Festival

HITTING THE HIGH NOTES: Senior Louis Gaigneux leads the choir in a rendition of Moana’s “How Far I’ll Go” during the choir showcase during the Night of the Arts.

Northwood arts perform during Fine Arts Week

PASSÉ-ING PERIOD: Teachers join dance students in their annual flash mob for Northwood’s yearly Fine Arts Week.

Chassés, Surprises and Smiles: Dancers excite Northwood at first teacher-student flash mob

Etiquette in the age of distraction

Etiquette in the age of distraction

Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Looking back with staff

Sock-Tober: Appreciating the smaller luxuries

Sock-Tober: Appreciating the smaller luxuries

OPEN UP: Experimental discussion among peers is crucial to ensure an environment full of diverse perspectives and speech.

Experimental thought in school is the point

GIRL POWER: Women don’t have to achieve in every field to measure up.

Redefining feminism

PROTECTION MATTERS: Get vaccinated now to keep our community safe.

The dangers of antivax

BATTLE OF THE ADVISEMENTS: during a student forum meeting, 15 individuals from different advisements volunteer to play a game of musical chairs in order to win a pie party.

Student Forum’s under-appreciated benefits to campus

CALENDAR CONFUSION: Students struggle with the awkward time between winter break and the new semester.

New Year, New Me… But Not Yet: Break between the semesters

BEHIND EVERY KILL: Varsity boys volleyball setter Jonathan Tan performs a jump set, positioning the ball high up in order to execute a quick attack with his teammate.

Varsity boys volleyball served wins at their face-off against Sage Hill

Ready for More: Senior Austin Diaz back on the track after breaking school records.

Austin Diaz is gaining speed

COMMANDING THE MOUND: Senior Carter Liu winds up and delivers a pitch in baseball’s opening league game against Irvine High.

Varsity boys baseball batters up for the season

COMING IN FIRST: First baseman Katerinna Rizos prepares her throw to home base as she diligently trains for her upcoming game.

Katerinna Rizos: Swinging to success in softball

CHARGING TO SUCCESS: Senior Ryan Loo dribbles towards the goal in a varsity boys soccer game.

Winning With A Passion: Boys Soccer ends a successful season

BRAINROT TO THE MAXX: Attention Based Learning techniques prove to be anything but beta.

Northwood implements Attention Based Learning on campus

Comic: Birthdays during testing season

Comic: Birthdays during testing season

TERRIFIC THEMES: The Met Gala will never fail to amaze audiences with outfits in accordance to these themes.

Majestic Met Gala theme ideas

FROM BURN BOOKS TO TEXTBOOKS: Teens tackle trigonometric equations instead of tribulations, chasing career aspirations, not devious schemes.

Beyond the Cliché: Exposing Hollywood’s high school myths

CRIES ALL AROUND: Charger conveys their utter misery owing to the departure of their one and only true love.

Devastated charger sends a tearful goodbye

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A look inside Winter Guard’s season

Passions of the Pack: Leadership on Campus

From Sunrise to Sunset: A day in the life of students in Ramadan

Northwood through Timby’s eyes

What's really behind inflation...

What’s really behind inflation…

Passions of the Pack: Leadership on Campus

FOSTERING DIALOGUE: AP Government teacher Steven Plete engages with a student students

Teaching AP Government during an election year

BACK IN THE ACT: Northwood alum Katherine Paladichuk performed "Shrek" at Northwood during her high school career.

Katherine Paladichuk: Former Northwood acting star to Broadway performer

Take it from us: Senior gives advice

Make Your World Better: an interview with Sandy Banks

Make Your World Better: an interview with Sandy Banks

From Sunrise to Sunset: A day in the life of students in Ramadan

SETTING THE STAND: Freshman Class Council members Carson Lv, Bella Shim, Abbie Kim and Mischka Rajula set up their Cake Pop Stand during lunch.

Class councils celebrate the holidays

IN THE DEEP END: Varsity water polo goalkeeper junior Sidney Francisco De Paula Junior contests against El Toro High School as he lines up for a strategic throw.

Northwood’s fall sports in full swing

STAY IN THE LOOP: Senior Valentina Nguyen works on intently her next crochet piece, a red hat, which she is making as a commission from her Instagram account @valentinacrochets

Unique hobbies at Northwood

PRECISION IN EVERY STRIKE: Sophomore Sophia Chen hits the keys on the vibraphone during marching band’s morning practice.

Beat by beat: A behind-the-scenes spotlight on Northwood’s marching band

A look inside Winter Guard’s season

Introducing California Colleges

Introducing new staff at Northwood

Introducing new staff at Northwood

Inside T-wolf Thank Yous

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The Northwood Howler presents Northwood beauty secrets

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