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January 12Tickets to Northwood's musical on sale now! Show runs 1/31 - 2/4
January 5Grace Carmichael (Girls Volleyball) and Chris King (Boys Lacrosse) selected Athletes of Character
December 16Grad Night location announced: Disney California Adventure. Tickets on sale Jan. 4!
December 15Cast announced for NHS Theatre production "Puffs," opening March 23rd. Congratulations to all who were cast
December 12Athletic director Brandon Emery and art teacher Rob Stuart named Northwood 2022 Teacher of the Year!
December 11NHS Football ends historic run with 28-7 loss to Escalon (CA)

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WHAT CANDLE WILL YOU LIGHT?: In the mural painting, each student drew a candle using the prompt, It is better to light a candle than to curse the dark to emphasize the importance of making progress in difficult times.

Human Rights Week fosters student activism

TWO-TIME CIF Champions: Running back senior Adam Harper clinches the championship plaque as the team excitedly rallies him on. (One in a Million Shot)

FIRST TIME EVER: Football to state finals

WORK HARD, PLAY HARDER: Children get creative while climbing on a rope play structure, enjoying their youth at Sweet Shade.

Including all spectrums of ability in Irvine playground

TREBLE MAKERS: Viva Cantar seniors Catie Jamieson and
Aditi Kurup dance their hearts out to “Down, Down the Chimney.” (Ellie Chan)

Performing arts musicians shine at thaw-dropping winter concerts

RAISING THE ROOF: Home construction begins on Fresco, completing the final neighborhood of Eastwood Village.

State-wide housing crisis affects residents close to home

Tteokguk is a Korean soup with thinly sliced rice cakes submerged in a beef broth. It’s typically topped with egg, seaweed and meat.

Exploring the cultural holiday dishes of Northwood students

A COLORFUL CHALLENGE: The bright Aesthetic Climbing Gym may appear calm, but don’t be fooled until you face the challenge of climbing their walls.

From skating to solving: Recreational activities in OC

Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood

COMMITTING TO KNITTING: During one of Knit-Work Club’s lunch meetings, sophomore Saya Ryu guides junior David Grannis-Vu in creating his first row of knit stiches.

Darn! Don’t miss unraveling these yarn adventures

BEVERAGES TO BEST YOUR AVERAGES: While sipping on these cozy drinks, remain cautious of your time management and then be sure to enjoy your well deserved winter break. (Sophia Ho)

Cram for exams with this ‘gram-worthy drink programme

Northwood Philharmonic Orchestra cellists prepare to perform “Overture to Marriage of Figaro” under the guidance of director Ben Case.

Northwood Performers take the stage at the annual Northwood Area Concert

TOT(all)Y AMAZING: Northwood music director Ben Case (center) is among five recipients of 2023 California Teacher of the Year. Hes pictured here at the Orange County TOTY banquet in October.

An educator’s true purpose: A look into Ben Case’s journey as a music director

CASE COUNTS: California Teacher of the Year Ben Case describes the different types of cadences to his class.

The analysis of intervals: Music theory with Ben Case

PASSION AND GROWTH: “I’ve been drawing for a really long time but when I’m looking back at my old drawings, even from just one or two years ago, I can see the growth,” Hall said. “When you’re in it, you don’t realize how much you’re growing.”

Oceane Hall: A Northwood senior makes big waves in the art scene

WELCOME TO THE NIGHT: Junior Ashlee Brannens Lost in the Night dance draws the audience into the show with a stunning center formation.

“Fall”ing for dance’s “Fallout”

November/December Centerspread 2022

November/December Centerspread 2022

Centerspread: California Propositions

Centerspread: California Propositions

September 2022 Centerspread

September 2022 Centerspread

August 2022 Centerspread

August 2022 Centerspread

May 2022 Centerspread

May 2022 Centerspread

HANDWRITING JUST AIN’T RIGHT: When there’s more efficient and fair methods of evaluating students, educators should consider turning away from handwritten work.

Student anonymity in grading

MANY ERGRET-FUL TWEETMENTS: The contentious decisions made since Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter means it is time to leave.

Get off Twitter… NOW!

A GIFT OR A CURSE?: Children from gifted learning programs often grow into teenagers struggling from mental health issues.

Former gifted child syndrome

Times Have Changed: Daylight savings’ future

Times Have Changed: Daylight savings’ future

WHAT PERSONALITY TYPE ARE YOU?: Despite their popularity, four letters are not the end all be all.

Personality tests fail to get personal

ON PACE FOR AN ACE: Senior Paula Zhang concentrates intensely on creating a fluid motion for her serve in the CIF Quarterfinals.

First CIF win for NHS girls tennis in school history!

A PHOTO IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS: Alexei Tolkachev transforms moments into tangible memories through photography. (Tyler Truong)

Flash! Alexei Tolkachev, one in a million (shot)

COUNT THE PINS: Senior Aiden Tak holds his opponent during a match at the Lancer Open.

For the Fall: Northwood wrestling leaves it all on the mat

LAST DANCE: These four seniors enjoy their final year with the team as Northwood girls volleyball heads into CIF for victory.

SENIOR SPEAK: Girls volleyball on their last season

PREPARATION GOES A LONG WAY: Athletic trainer Andy Sepulveda tapes up a football senior’s ankle for his game against Laguna Hills High School.

‘We Want Andy!’: Athletic trainer Andy Sepulveda

SNOW WITH THE FLOW: From Timbys dandruff to the dusted dreams of the class of 2020, weve got your ingredients for a snow-riffic winter wonderland.

We’ve Glove You Covered: Totally un-abominable alternatives to snow

NEVER TOO SICK FOR MUSIC: A fortunate choir member has the opportunity to showcase his seasonally acquired skills, admittedly to the chagrin of his fellow performers.

Top 5 reasons to come to school sick

(Saba Nabaeighahroudi)

Essential emoji makeovers for NHS students

POGIL: Bacteria around campus

POGIL: Bacteria around campus

Tis the Season: Holiday card ideas that totally sleigh

Tis the Season: Holiday card ideas that totally sleigh

December Howler Volume XXIV Issue IV

December Howler Volume XXIV Issue IV

October Howler Volume XXIV Issue III

October Howler Volume XXIV Issue III

September Howler Volume XXIV Issue II

September Howler Volume XXIV Issue II

August Howler Volume XXIV Issue I

August Howler Volume XXIV Issue I

May Howler Volume XXIII, Issue VIII

May Howler Volume XXIII, Issue VIII

Short letter to my classmates

Short letter to my classmates

Confessions from a budding ballerina

Confessions from a budding ballerina

These are my thoughts

These are my thoughts

Don’t sleep on the power of sleeper philosophy

Don’t sleep on the power of sleeper philosophy

Thank you for 3 years of Howler!

Thank you for 3 years of Howler!

Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood

The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice

The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice

Reaching out for mental health support

TRICKS IN TREATS: Being wary of homemade treats and inspecting candy wrappers for pinholes, tampering or tears can save you a trip to the ER from allergies or ingestion of potentially dangerous substances. Although the chances of houses serving rainbow fentanyl and other drugs are low, its better to eat one less sweet this Halloween than be tricked while having a treat.

Five Ways to Stay Safe While Trick-or-Treating

Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS

Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS

Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood

Reaching out for mental health support

S1 Episode 12: Passions of the Pack: Producing music

Reaching One’s Dreams: The struggles of first generation college students in the US

Reaching One’s Dreams: The struggles of first generation college students in the US

S1 Episode 10: Teachers Cook: Cooking up a love of teaching

S1 Episode 10: Teachers Cook: Cooking up a love of teaching

TRICKS IN TREATS: Being wary of homemade treats and inspecting candy wrappers for pinholes, tampering or tears can save you a trip to the ER from allergies or ingestion of potentially dangerous substances. Although the chances of houses serving rainbow fentanyl and other drugs are low, its better to eat one less sweet this Halloween than be tricked while having a treat.

Five Ways to Stay Safe While Trick-or-Treating

CRADLED CHOOK: Ke’s younger sister demonstrates the proper way to hold a chicken.

Happy-Go-Lucky Poultry Day: Clucky pet chickens

ON YOUR MARK, T-WOLVES: Sophomore Nick Keith readies his aim for a second place finish in dodgeball.

Clash of the Classes: School spirit comes howling back

A show NHS needed

A show NHS needed

A tale untold: The hidden crew

A tale untold: The hidden crew

The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice

The Howling Review: Ep.1: Shaved ice

Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS

Student/Teacher Speak: Mask Wearing at NHS

Overcoming Failure: Student and Teacher Success Stories

Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice

Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice

What would you change about Northwood?

What would you change about Northwood?

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A GIFT OR A CURSE?: Children from gifted learning programs often grow into teenagers struggling from mental health issues.

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Amnesty International Club held its annual Human Rights Week from Jan. 3-6, hosting guest speaker events and opportunities for student activism.

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The buzz of excited parents, hum of instruments be

The buzz of excited parents, hum of instruments being tuned and glistening clothes of the performers filled the Northwood theater on Jan. 5 as students prepared to perform at the annual Northwood Area Concert.

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The struggle of a weary hand scrawling barely deci

The struggle of a weary hand scrawling barely decipherable words against a ticking clock is a familiar tale to all students. For most, it may feel like a step back to the stone age, before computers, where the only option was for students to be assessed by putting pencil to paper. Handwriting assessments are inherently flawed because they lead graders to judge on the quality of the handwriting and not the validity of ideas. In a larger context, adherence to compulsory handwriting assessments follows the lack of progress made towards blind grading.

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Elon Musk’s latest catastrophic entrepreneurial

Elon Musk’s latest catastrophic entrepreneurial venture in the acquisition of the social platform Twitter for $44 billion on Oct. 27 has been as entertaining as a can’t-look-away train wreck can be. Musk’s questionable leadership decisions in the weeks since have allowed trolls to run rampant and even unbanned former President Donald Trump. Although spectating Twitter as it falls apart at the seams provides quality entertainment, it’s time to consider leaving Twitter behind.

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For those wanting to celebrate the winter holiday

For those wanting to celebrate the winter holiday season, FivePoint offers opportunities for skaters of all ages and experience levels with four indoor ice rinks, a full-service restaurant and bar, cafe and gym.

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Despite a series of intense matches, Northwood’s

Despite a series of intense matches, Northwood’s varsity girls tennis team persevered and won its first CIF-SS Division III Championship in school history on Nov. 11.

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