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The Northwood Howler

The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler

The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler

Northwood students who work

Northwood students who work

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
February 28, 2025

“I wanted to teach other kids to try and promote the sport a little more in my own way and earn some cash on the side. I feel like coaching has prepared me for life because it lets me learn how to...

FEEDERS FOR FEATHERED FRIENDS: Junior Yun Wen, president of the bird club, presents slides on how to create DIY bird feeders from scrap plastic containers.

Northwood’s Bird Club is soaring

Timothy Shin, Humor Editor
February 27, 2025

Despite what your memory told you, the bird species didn't die with the Dodo bird. The birds around campus flock all around you during your morning rush and in the hearts of the Bird Club members. For...

SYNTHESIZING STYLE: Dressing for the weather requires the right balance in your technique.

Weathering in style

Anthony Park and Aimee Pan
February 21, 2025

The first two months of the new year tend to bring about changes—in routines, relationships and, apparently, weather. Even though this crazy contrast of California's morning and afternoon temperatures...

A HEARTY MEAL: Celebrate Valentines Day to your heart's content with your friends!

Your connections are worth celebrating, and here’s how

Anthony Park, Staff Writer
February 14, 2025

From the ushering in of spring (soon + 2 weeks) and romantic (or decidedly not) gatherings all across, February invites those skipping the holiday to watch the sunset in the comforting company of Adele....

COWBOY COOP: Dallin Cooper, Tedx Talker and guest speaker, gives a speech to advocate for student’s mental well-being and confronts microaggressions during an assembly in the MPR.

Thriving Together: Stating what’s important with State of the Student

Jay Bruce, Staff Writer
February 3, 2025

It’s not every day that you see a cowboy hat-wearing Wyomingite teaching the value of respectful communication to a packed gymnasium, but Jan. 14 was no ordinary day. As part of Northwood’s annual...

CRUNCHWRAP CRUSH: Finals week desperation leads to some less-than-tasty test-taking troubles.

How to Fail Your Finals: Finals week horror stories

Jordan Chu, Staff Writer
December 13, 2024

Combined with the stress of studying and the difficulty of the exams, finals week is the most dreaded time of the year for most Northwood students. Here are some stories from students about their exams...

CHEW ON THIS: Chew chows down on Le Shrimp Noodle Bar’s Cantonese-Japanese fusion dishes at their new Irvine Spectrum location.

Wok-hei meets ramen at Le Shrimp Noodle Bar

Lauryn Chew, Accent Editor
December 4, 2024

Whether you’re a refined noodle connoisseur eager to try a unique take on umami-packed noodles or an aspiring foodie looking to explore different fusion dishes, you won’t want to miss out on one of...

READY FOR LUNCH: Nutritional services associate II Cesily Hadley takes inventory of the leftovers from the morning break before clearing them out in preparation for the lunch rush.

What happens to cafeteria leftovers?

Lauryn Chew, Accent Editor
December 2, 2024

Northwood’s efforts to reduce waste don’t stop with recycling bins. Instead of going to waste, the cafeteria’s excess edible food is now redirected to assist families across Orange County through...

BARREN BLACK FRIDAYS: A changing consumer culture alters how Black Friday is celebrated.

What happened to Black Friday?

Lucy Kim, Staff Writer
November 29, 2024

Ah, the holiday season: a time of festivity, cheer and capitalism. But wait, why is no one getting trampled on Black Friday like they used to?  As late as the first Trump administration, Americans...

BAKING LESSONS, HISTORY AND BITES: Senior and Global Baking Club President Joyce Zhang shares a lesson on the recipe and rich history of cornbread while handing out fresh samples during this month’s meeting.

Global Baking Club’s sweet influence on culinary delights

Lian Le, News Editor
November 21, 2024

Whipping up sweet treats is at the heart of any culture, and baking is certainly the way to start your food-inspired journey. Whether you’re a baking connoisseur or newbie, Northwood’s Global Baking...

Student Speak: Which science is the most challenging?

Student Speak: Which science is the most challenging?

Kyle Lee, Staff Writer
November 17, 2024

Biology, chemistry and physics are well-known as the three core AP sciences. Students often argue over which subject is the most difficult, so we’re here to settle the argument. We asked students...

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