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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

VALIDATION IN VOLUNTEERING: California’s Men’s Service Program provides volunteering opportunities and strong male role models key to improving young male mental health.

California Men’s Service Challenge: Supporting boys’ mental health

Jiwoo Park, Staff Writer
October 30, 2025

Far too often, people forget younger boys’ mental health. Whether inside doomscrolling or outside surrounded by friends that feel like strangers, many young boys struggle to find a purpose, frequently...

MONEY IS RAINING FROM THE SKY: Students should get a head start on ensuring their financial security by taking advantage of scholarship opportunities.

Importance of applying for scholarships

Kyle Lee, Staff Writer
October 15, 2025

After years of hard work, acceptance letters should be a triumph, not a price tag. Since the average public school costs $11,371 and the average private school costs $44,961 annually, scholarships and...

PROCRASTINATION NATION: Constantly leaving work for later can cause stress and an unmanageable workload.

The fault in our stars: Why the worst action is inaction

Lian Le, News Editor
October 13, 2025

We’ve all said it before: “I’ll do it later” or “I’ll work harder next time.” This temporary comfort comes at a severe cost, causing distrust in our own prowess and an overwhelming workload....

DON’T GO PLAY YOUR VIDEO GAME: The decreasing quality of Roblox games is enough to  disappoint even the most dedicated of fans.

Roblox should be fun, but it isn’t anymore

Riddhi Lahiri, Staff Writer
October 11, 2025

A game popularized during the 2010s, Roblox holds a special place in the hearts of many teenagers today. Although nostalgia might seem like the primary motive for claiming that Roblox has worsened, the...

LEARN WITHOUT PRESSURE: Extra credit opportunities can help students demonstrate their knowledge beyond tests.

Extra credit: Grade booster or learning opportunity?

Luccia Gorokhovsky, Staff Writer
October 9, 2025

Sometimes, it takes us a few more days to fully grasp difficult concepts. Including extra credit opportunities in exams or assignments would give students more chances to demonstrate and apply their knowledge. Some...

HOLDING BACK THE TRUTH: Free speech is the new “fake news.”

Democracy under autocracy: Infringement on free speech

Aimee Pan, Copy Editor
September 29, 2025

It’s in the playbook of authoritarians—reputable news outlets that challenge the government’s preferred narratives with truth are being tossed into the landfill of so-called “fake news.” Censoring...

NOT SO BIG AND BEAUTIFUL: Fissions and obstacles ravage the very systems that comprise our country’s foundations.

Learning to loans: What the Big Beautiful Bill means for education

Nancy Sun, Viewpoint Editor
September 24, 2025

The rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Nowhere is this reality more apparent than in the U.S. education system.  The Big Beautiful Bill, introduced on May 20 and signed into law on July 4, covers...

SAFETY, NOT STARES: Gym policies must be reformed to protect the safety of all people, including female-presenting individuals who dress for comfort, not attention.

Beyond fear of falling weights: Women’s reality in fitness

Aimee Pan, Copy Editor
September 2, 2025

For many female-presenting individuals, a trip to the gym means keeping their guard up to fend off unwanted gazes. Clothes were never the issue; instead, we need reformed gym policies that protect every...

A MEANINGFUL GIFT: Sometimes even cleaning up desks can make a teacher feel appreciated.

Recognizing and appreciating teachers year-round

Nancy Sun, Viewpoint Editor
May 19, 2025

Since when did it become acceptable to ignore a teacher’s question, roll eyes at their remarks and snap back with attitude? Although mutual respect should be second nature, the line between personal...

 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

Anthony Park, Staff Writer
April 29, 2025

We’ve all had that moment where, after uttering the last few words of a fleeting tangent, we pause and wonder, “Why in the world did I say that?” These moments, especially during our teenage years,...

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

Redefining feminism

Amy Jeon, Staff Writer
March 27, 2025

For centuries, the definition of the feminist movement has never been clear cut, with conflicting perspectives on issues of race and gender expectations continuously obscuring the movement’s aim. In...

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

The dangers of antivax

Anthony Park, Staff Writer
March 18, 2025

Just when we think we’ve succeeded, it all comes roaring back. On Feb. 19, an Orange County infant returned from South Korea with measles. Days later, an unvaccinated child in Texas died from measles—the...

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