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FORGET NAPOLEON, MEET TROLLFACE: Learn about the historical battles fought on r/AITA and how it shaped modern culture.
Exploring the new internet history course
GOTTA GO FAST: Every day, student Dash Bolt uses his supersonic cosmic powers of speed and aerodynamics to zoom to the front of the lunch line before anyone else on campus.
Lightning Lane: Meet the student who’s always first for lunch
TIMBYMERICA: The patriotic mascot, the one who calls the shots.
Timby announces upcoming presidential campaign
GRACEFULLY GALLOPING: Equipped with her safety gear and riding helmet, equestrian senior Julie Heninger practices riding her horse, Irco, at the stable grounds in San Juan Capistrano.
Equestrian Julie Heninger is the mane character
HARK ATTACK: Spirit and Rally Commissioner junior Nathan How attacks the new school year, re-energizing Northwood’s student section at the Beach Bash football game by leading cheers and chants.
A look into ASB’s hype process
ADVANCING ACCESSIBILITY: Senior Erica Zou walks along the newly-modified accessible sidewalk near the front office.
Howler Investigates: Sidewalk Renovations
GEARED FOR CONVENIENCE: The new racks sit almost full in just their first week open allowing students a new, more convenient place to park their bikes.
New bike racks at Northwood
APPROACHING APPLICATIONS: Senior Stanley Suen works on his Common App in the college and career center after school.
California legislature passes bill to ban legacy admissions at private colleges
SIMPLE SCANNING: Students will eventually be able to scan into a club meeting with their digital ID card on 5-Star Students.
Howler Investigates: What happened to Integral?
SENIOR CELEBRATION: (Left to right) Seniors Izabel Vicente, Esma Hurmali and Lena Hussain laugh together while cheering on their friends completing the bounce house obstacle course at the senior barbecue after school.
Enjoying the end of high school with senior events
PINK AND PROUD: Northwood’s girls flag football team celebrate pink out and senior night during their final game of the season against Rosary Hill, supporting breast cancer awareness.
Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month as students
Senior year's just a beginning
Senior year’s just a beginning
CELEBRATING THROUGH STOCK PAPER, STICKERS AND SHARPIE: Senior William Ryee writes a heartwarming card for a close friend’s birthday. He strategically uses his large sticker collection to decorate and personalize his gift.
The Power of Cards: A priceless gift of gratitude
SAVE MY SEAT STITCH: Senior Russell Nguyen leaves Mrs. Wells’ Stitch plushie in his seat in order to grab the bathroom pass.
Stuffed animals put a paw-some twist on bathroom passes
OUTSHINE BAR GETS DRAFTED: Adam Silver shakes hands with our very own student store beloved.
Student Store Items: Your draft guide to snack through the school year
INKING IT IN: Junior Nathan Tuason carefully transfers his design onto a shirt, guided by screenprinting teacher Robert Stuart.
Screen Print Design’s impact on artistic vision
AGATHA ALONGSIDE WANDAVISION: Episodes of "Agatha: All Along," a sequel to the beloved "Wandavision," will have new episodes every Wednesday on Disney+ for fans of magic and mystery.
A promising start to “Agatha All Along”
MAYOR’S CHOICE: Vice Mayor Larry Agran, Mayor Farrah Khan and award winning sophomore Eileen Zhang pose at the opening reception of the Irvine City Hall High School Art Exhibition.
Eileen’s expressive art at city hall
FEMALE FRIENDSHIPS ON AND OFF CAMERA: Director Coco Wu (Northwood Class of 2023) and location manager Nicole Toshima (Northwood Class of 2023) work together during a production meeting to search for locations to film a cabin scene
“Iris”: Capturing change and friendship on film
PORTRAIT OF JOY: Freshman Jiyoung Yun created a char- coal portrait for Malak, a Syrian girl who enjoys writing stories. Photo provided by Kim Rohrs
The Memory Project: Giving back with art
Learning to let go
Learning to let go
We're all in this together!
We’re all in this together!
March 2024 Centerspread
March 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERYONE: Choosing the military over the conventional college path can have its benefits.
Silver and Navy to Red, White and Blue: College vs. the Military
CELEBRATING TRADITION: Elders from the Gabrielino-Tongva, Acjachemen and Oaxaca tribes pose in traditional attire.
From erasure to empowerment: The purpose of Indigenous Peoples’ Day
CLUBS, CLUBS AND MORE CLUBS: Local students are overwhelmed by the vast quantity of clubs on campus.
There are too many clubs on campus
Debunking arguments for banned books
Debunking arguments for banned books
KEYBOARD WARRIORS: Celebrities' commentary on global issues is often very controversial.
The influence of influencers
BRUNSON’S GUARD GAME: Junior Jacob Whang mimics his favorite player Jalen Brunson’s three-point celebration.
Tip-Off Talks: Northwood students share their NBA picks
TEAMWORK AND STRATEGY: Players meet for a 2:30 check-in with coaches in the theater to finalize their game plan.
A behind-the-scenes look at Northwood’s varsity football team’s game day experience
GAME DAY ENERGY: Northwood’s JV Pep Squad kicks off the home game by energizing the frosh football team from the sidelines.
Behind the cheer: Northwood’s pep squad
Guided by Greatness: Shouting out our senior athletes
Guided by Greatness: Shouting out our senior athletes
SPRINGING TO VICTORY: Spring season athletes end off the year with numerous school records, league wins and CIF placements while also balancing academic endeavors such as AP testing season, finals and extracurricular activities outside of their sport.
The best of this year’s spring sports 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
September Howler Volume XXVI - Issue II, September 24, 2024
September Howler Volume XXVI – Issue II, September 24, 2024
August Howler Volume XXVI, Issue I – August 20, 2024
June Howler Volume XXV, Issue VII - June 3, 2024
June Howler Volume XXV, Issue VII – June 3, 2024
April Howler Volume XXV, Issue VII – April 17, 2024
March Howler Volume XXV, Issue VI - March 15, 2024
March Howler Volume XXV, Issue VI – March 15, 2024
Introducing new staff at Northwood
Introducing new staff at Northwood
TEAMWORK AND STRATEGY: Players meet for a 2:30 check-in with coaches in the theater to finalize their game plan.
A behind-the-scenes look at Northwood’s varsity football team’s game day experience
Inside T-wolf Thank Yous
Connecting Eras with Art: AP Art History Teacher Zane Pang talks about the importance of understanding world history through art.
Gallery: Elective Expo
Take it from us: Senior gives advice
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
Hispanic Heritage Month: An interview with Joey Cabrera
Hispanic Heritage Month: An interview with Joey Cabrera
Profiles in Science: Northwood science teachers dish on how they discovered their passion for science and their journey to Northwood
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
Reaching out for mental health support
TEAMWORK AND STRATEGY: Players meet for a 2:30 check-in with coaches in the theater to finalize their game plan.
A behind-the-scenes look at Northwood’s varsity football team’s game day experience
Connecting Eras with Art: AP Art History Teacher Zane Pang talks about the importance of understanding world history through art.
Gallery: Elective Expo
DESK: Junior Issac Lee and Senior Bharathi Kaliraj open the first Fine Arts Assembly and NTV Broadcast since before Covid-19.
Looking back on the fine arts assembly
Step 7 - Distribution: The paper is finally printed and it’s ready to be shared with the school
Behind the scenes of the Northwood Howler
STROKES OF IDENTITY: Northwood Taiwanese Club board member sophomore Suzan Whiteside demonstrates Taiwanese Calligraphy and its importance to Taiwanese culture.
Cultural diversity on campus
Introducing new staff at Northwood
Introducing new staff at Northwood
Inside T-wolf Thank Yous
The Northwood Howler presents Northwood beauty secrets
The Northwood Howler presents Northwood beauty secrets
Inside the Irvine Unified Council PTA's Student Advocacy trip to Sacramento
Inside the Irvine Unified Council PTA’s Student Advocacy trip to Sacramento
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
Andrew Le

Andrew Le, Photographer

Andrew Le is a Northwood Junior and a photographer for The Howler. He spends his time trying to catch up on F1 (and watching everyone try to catch up to Max), listening to music, riding bikes, or sleeping.

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BRUNSON’S GUARD GAME: Junior Jacob Whang mimics his favorite player Jalen Brunson’s three-point celebration.

Tip-Off Talks: Northwood students share their NBA picks

Thierry Wijaya, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
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It Runs in the Family: Siblings shout out their other halves

Anthony Park, Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
TEAMWORK AND STRATEGY: Players meet for a 2:30 check-in with coaches in the theater to finalize their game plan.

A behind-the-scenes look at Northwood’s varsity football team’s game day experience

Andrew Le, Photographer
October 10, 2024
GEARED FOR CONVENIENCE: The new racks sit almost full in just their first week open allowing students a new, more convenient place to park their bikes.

New bike racks at Northwood

Sol Hwang, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
Navigating new Routes: College and Career Specialist Kathi Smith helps senior Vincent Yang with the CaliforniaColleges website.

Naviance now replaced with CaliforniaColleges

Anna Cho, News Editor
September 25, 2024
THE NEW PASSES: Senior Anton Kingsley wears the bathroom pass around his neck in order to use the restroom during class.

Restroom Regulations: New bathroom pass policy

Anna Cao, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
SEAMLESS SHUTTLE CONNECTIONS: Senior Pranit Prabhakar waits for the Irvine CONNECT Shuttle.

The Irvine CONNECT is on the right track

Thierry Wijaya, Staff Writer
September 24, 2024
A SWEET START: Caffe In Coffee Roasters welcomes its guests with a display of fresh pastries and variety of drinks during its soft opening.

A Sweet Success Story: A glimpse into Tustin’s newest cafe

Amy Jeon, Staff Writer
September 19, 2024
ThE PACK IS BACK: (From left to right) Sophomores Cole Kuang, Ian Moon, Arsh Verna and Ryan Koo catch up on their summer stories while waiting in line for Kick-Off Day.

Welcome Back T-wolves: Latest campus updates

Lian Le, Staff Writer
August 20, 2024
GO FOR THE GOAL: Senior Joseph Harper scores a touchdown during a padded scrimmage as the football team prepares for new schools and competition to be added to the Foxtrot League.

Northwood faces major Pacific Coast Conference shakeup

Raelle Tiong, Staff Writer
August 21, 2024
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Summer Student Speak: Northwood’s creative endeavors

Hannah Liu, Staff Writer
August 20, 2024
SCHEDULING SMARTER: With the help of online tools such as Google Calendar, students can better manage stress during the school year by tracking upcoming deadlines and blocking out time for studying, socializing and resting.

Stairways to Success: Steps to stay organized

Lauryn Chew, Staff Writer
August 20, 2024
SPRINGING TO VICTORY: Spring season athletes end off the year with numerous school records, league wins and CIF placements while also balancing academic endeavors such as AP testing season, finals and extracurricular activities outside of their sport.

The best of this year’s spring sports season

Anna Cho and Shreya Aithal
June 5, 2024
COACHING in CODE: Computer science teacher Catherine Cali guides senior Kiyavash Khaghani through his coding project.

Enjoying the end of high school with senior events

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
June 3, 2024
CHAMPIONS IN EVERY SENSE: Northwood Athletes of the Year Riley Bajorek and Zaid Yunis celebrate their accomplished high school careers and the enduring mark they have left on Northwood.

Northwood athletes honored as NHS and PCL top talent

Rachel Yokota and Anthony Park
May 23, 2024
RACING TO THE TOP: Northwood’s Girls Track and Field races to victory in their home joint meet with University High to later win Co-Champions in league with several athletes showing their skills at CIF.

Spring sports recap

Andrew Le, Photographer
May 22, 2024
BATTER UP: Senior Mia Fogle winds up to hit the ball out of the park.

A look inside softball’s successful season

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
IGNITING PASSION: Sophomore Lauren Low passionately delivers her speech for the position of Vice President in Odyssey of the Mind

Club Elections: Democracy or demise?

Courtney Lee and Raelle Tiong
May 2, 2024
SPEEDY SUCCESS: Senior Dheer Patel practices his baton hand-off before lining up for his race at Northwood’s Track Senior Night.

A T-wolf record year

Riya Gupta, Sports Editor
April 29, 2024
MEMORABLE MINIMUM DAYS: Freshman Siyavash Khaghani, Junior Ameer Ahmed, Junior Isaiah Walker and Junior Micheal Tran discuss their afternoon plans.

Ways to make the most of your minimum days

Jihoo Yoon, Managing Editor
April 22, 2024
FEARLESS ON THE FIELD: Captain senior Nikki Sanders cradles the ball outside the box as she strategizes her next move.

Girls lacrosse beats out Beckman and all odds

Rachel Yokota, Managing Editor
April 19, 2024
HANDY HELPERS: A tech staff member takes papers to deliver to a classroom

The ins and outs of Northwood’s tech staff team

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
TOGETHER TOWARDS EXCELLENCE: Freshmen Colin Harris and Doah Lee help each other with math homework in the Media Center.

Northwood recognized as California Distinguished School

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 18, 2024
LEARNING HANDS-ON: Senior Justin Sanders practices repairs and adjustments to the car in his Automotive Technology ROP class.

ROP Classes: Exploring and Experiencing Unique Careers

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
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Winter athletes shatter school records in CIF

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
GO BEYOND COLLEGE BOARD REQUIREMENTS: Non-AP science courses allow students to build a more specified view of a particular field.

Beyond the AP: The benefits of niche sciences

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
March 21, 2024
HIKING TOWARDS HAPPINESS: Junior Jonathan Zhu finds fresh air and peace by exploring the San Joaquin Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary.

Hiking spots for spring

Lian Le, Staff Writer
March 19, 2024
SPIKING TO SUCCESS: Sophomore Abhi Shrivastava prepares to score a point in their preseason game.

A look into boys volleyball’s league preparations for success

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024
TAKING IT TO THE RIM: Senior Zaid Yunis drives to the basket in a game against University High.

He Shoots, He Scores: Zaid Yunis reaches 1,000 points

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
SAFETY IN SIGHT: Northwood’s school resource officer Tanya Ayalde waits to be tasked with protecting students across Irvine.

Beyond The Badge: A look into Northwood’s school resource officer Tanya Ayalde

Luna Bouhairi, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
KICKING OFF THE SEASON: Center senior Aryan Mascarenhas works to connect goals in their preseason game.

Boys soccer prepares for league play

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
December 17, 2023
SEASON’S SYMPHONIES: Students showcase their musical talent onstage as an assortment of rhythms and melodies intertwine, marking the start of a festive season.

Late fall and winter shows call forth festive feels

Shreya Aithal and Riya Gupta
December 15, 2023
ASBESTOS IN THE AIR: The historic North Hangar continues to smolder as authorities plan for its destruction.

Ongoing air quality concerns following Tustin Hangar fire

Riya Gupta, Sports Editor
November 20, 2023
TAKE IT TO THE PAINT: Sophomore Sam Alegre breaks past the Mustang’s defense and reaches up for the layup.

Boys basketball dominates Costa Mesa in home opener

Jaycee Hendrickson, Sports Editor
November 16, 2023
HISTORY HEATED UP: As of yesterday evening, parts of the Tustin hangar were still ablaze as the OCFA stopped active work for firefighters’ safety.

Tustin Landmark Up in Flames: The loss of WW2 hangar

Shreya Aithal and Riya Gupta
November 8, 2023
BRIDGING CULTURES: Junior Arjun Patel practices his Mandarin through writing and sound out words.

One of 23: Arjun Patel selected nationally to learn Mandarin

Ellen Wang, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
MARKET PLACE MAKEOVER: Irvine Company announces and displays their future plans for The Market Place outside the construction site.

Marketplace Redevelopment: Irvine’s upcoming hub for affordable housing

Anthony Park, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
COUNTING THE COST: Senior Matthew Morikawa reviews last year's FAFSA to prepare for this year's new application opening.

Upcoming changes to FAFSA

Jaycee Hendrickson, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
SOLID SPORTSMANSHIP: Senior Ryan Murphy and senior Eddie Ma share a low five.

FINAL PUSH: Senior Eddie Ma looks for last minute pass in the final minutes of their game against Crean Lutheran.

GAME-PLANNING GURUS: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma discusses with offensive coordinator Phil Roh about their next play.

SIDELINE SPECTATORS: Senior Eddie Ma and junior Jack Brucker watch from the sidelines their defense work at stopping Crean Lutheran from scoring.

MASTER OF THE PASS: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma launches the ball down to his teammates.

FROM THE POCKET: Senior Eddie Ma watches Northwood's offensive team work their magic against Crean Lutheran high school.

HEADS OR TAILS: Senior Rylan Littlejohn, junior Tao Sun, junior Joseph Harper and senior Eddie Ma line up for the coin flip in their game against Crean Lutheran.

READY FOR A COMEBACK: Senior Eddie Ma, junior Joseph Harper and junior Tao Sun lead their team back out to the field after half time.

ARM IN ARM: Senior Eddie Ma and junior Tao Sun walk off the field and let their defensive squad take over.

HUDDLING UP, HATCHING A PLAN: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma relays the next play to his team while down against Crean Lutheran High.

SCANNING THE FIELD: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma looks for an opening to pass the ball.

THE ART OF OFFENSE: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma tells his offensive squad their next play.

CELEBRATING CONNECTIONS: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma and junior Joseph Harper celebrate after a completed pass between the two.

MAKING HISTORY, ONE PLAY AT A TIME: Quarterback senior Eddie Ma fakes a run with Junior Jack Brucker in a game against Crean Lutheran High School

Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma

Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma

Andrew Le, Photographer
October 1, 2023
WARRIOR TO WOLF: Quarterback Eddie Ma looks to connect with teammates against Crean.

Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma

Alyssa Quintana, Staff Writer
October 1, 2023
THE POWER OF WORDS: Sophomore Luna Bouhairi discusses the joys of participating in speech and debate with board member senior Sabrina Tang.

Limited prep captain Luna Bouhairi, you have the floor

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT: As Northwood students are getting ready to sleep at home, some of Northwood's staff are still watching over the school in the dark.

Northwood at Night

Andrew Le, Photographer
May 18, 2023
MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING: Izabel Vicente (11) and Haydee Vicente take and teach Spanish 4 respectively, in each other’s awe as the in-class experience brings them together. (Andrew Le)

Mothers on Campus: from the students that get to call them ‘mom’

Alyssa Quintana, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
LITERATURE COMES TO LIFE: Senior Tanvi Garneni attests to the importance of including Asian American literature within Northwood curriculum.

Setting the stage for Asian American representation at Northwood

Aishwarya Ramasubramanian, Online Editor In Chief
May 12, 2023
SERVING UP A STORM: Varsity captain sophomore Ethan Jacob sets a serve in a game against Sage Hill.

Master of the mental game—Varsity tennis captain Ethan Jacob

Ellen J. Wang, Staff Writer
April 19, 2023
LEARNING CULTURAL TRADITIONS: Junior Lina Moammar teaches key practices of Ramadan during MSA’s weekly club meetings

Northwood MSA’s Iftar: A Cultural Observance

Riya Gupta, Sports Editor
March 31, 2023
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