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THE SKY IS NOT THE LIMIT: Sophomores Riya Gupta, Shrey Shah, Hunter Welch and Shreya Aithal proudly pose with their TechRise student challenge winners award certificate.
Northwood students pave the way to space through NASA project
UNDER THE STARLIT NIGHT: Seniors Dmitry Yudnikov and Melissa Eberle enjoy a carriage ride at prom.
Enjoying a ‘Starlit Night’ at Coto de Caza
A STICKY SITUATION: Hand sanitizers left outside the bathrooms can be used as a substitute for soap until vandalism comes to an end, as seen right of sophomore Hunter Welch.
Northwood’s new restroom policies
HIDDEN TREASURES: Sophomore Ivana Siu organizes AP preparation books donated for the Swap ‘n Shop.
Timby’s Swap ‘n Shop
SCIENCE MATTERS: Sophomore Anika Bhat (middle) collects her medal at Chapman University after advancing to the state level competition, winning second place in the Physiology/Medical division of OCSEF for her investigative science project.
Northwood shines at OC Regional Science Fair
UNLIMITED FUN: Northwood students dream to have the summer of a lifetime surfing, interning in a chemistry lab or rocking a pre-college program at NYU.
How to have a productive summer
STATISTICS WITH A SMILE: Math teacher Chris Sharpe teaches AP Statistics with enthusiastic energy and kindness.
Quantifying Chris Sharpe’s mean-ingful influence
PROM STRUGGLES: Asking someone out to prom can often be a handful
Good, Bad, and Ugly: Prom-ise we can help!
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’
LAN-GAUGING INTEREST: The hot pink Language Ambassadors flyer catches the eye of every student on campus, including senior Arjun Suresh.
Language Ambassador program
EXPRESSING THROUGH DANCING AND SINGING: The Viva Cantar groups’ expressive movements flow in sync with Adele’s “Easy on Me” at the bittersweet Pops concert.
Parting ways through a profound Pops concert
IN BLOOM: Junior Riya Roy closes the show out with an emotional rendition of “Man in the Mirror.”
Northwood’s Coffeehouse brews up a blooming night of performances
BHARATANATYAM TAKES THE STAGE: Senior Ananya Badari and Woodbridge Junior Shrinidhi Sriram perform a Dhanashree Thilana.
“Any Body Can Dance”: OC SASA takes the stage
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
SASS & PIZZAZZ: Dance theatre junior Marisa Chacon (left) and Senior Catie Jamieson stare at each other intently as they recreate the interesting tension of La La Land’s iconic bench scene.
Dance BTS and show
May 2023 Centerspread
May 2023 Centerspread
Greetings From NHS!
Examining Toxic Positivity
Examining Toxic Positivity
February 2023 Centerspread
February 2023 Centerspread
November/December Centerspread 2022
November/December Centerspread 2022
JUST A GLIMPSE OF OPPORTUNITY: Finances often outweigh ability for summer programs.
Socioeconomic bummers of summer programs
THE LITTLE MERMAID
The Little Mermaid Reboot: The representation needed in today’s age
CAUGHT IN THE CYCLE: An Internet user goes through many articles on the Bieber and Gomez feud, completely engulfed in the pointless drama.
Selena vs Hailey: Who’s in the wrong?
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS: Northwood has far more to offer than AP classes, allowing students opportunities to explore their interests.
You don’t have to FORCE the AP course
DUELING WORLDS: The many revisions caused by an attempt to conform with mainstream culture has left some wondering whether the integrity of the original work still remains.
Why publishers should not be issuing rewrites
SECURING SUCCESS: Boys swim and golf captains lead their teams to dominate PCL championships for the second year, qualifying for CIF.
Two-teams, two-peats for Northwood swim and golf
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
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
New School, New Sport, New Experiences
New School, New Sport, New Experiences
STRIKE A POSE: Junior David Grannis-Vu steps onto the dance floor with moves he choreographed himself at the “Extensions” show.
With Guts and a Golden Smile: David Grannis-Vu
Top four ways to avoid getting caught in the Sweep
Top four ways to avoid getting caught in the Sweep
Why did YOU decline to perform at King Charles’ Coronation?
PATRIOT PAGEANTRY: If theres one thing America does right, its creating mascots for customers to drool over.
Top 10 hottest brand mascots
ATTRACTING THE ASSESSOR: A board hopeful manipulates her interviewer through tenacious tactics like submitting NHS confessions.
How to unlock your interview rizz
Badly written summaries of classics matching game
March Howler XIV, Issue 6 – March 10, 2023
March Howler XIV, Issue 6 – March 10, 2023
February Howler Volume XIV Issue V
February Howler Volume XIV Issue V
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
THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT: As Northwood students are getting ready to sleep at home, some of Northwoods staff are still watching over the school in the dark.
Northwood at Night
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
Irvines New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Irvine’s New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Northwood Hot Takes
Northwood Hot Takes
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
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
PEEK INTO THE PIT: Junior Howard Wu plays the keyboard under the pit’s dim lighting.
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
THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT: As Northwood students are getting ready to sleep at home, some of Northwoods staff are still watching over the school in the dark.
Northwood at Night
VICTORY ROARS: Celebratory shouts fill the air as volleyball player senior Suveer Sood and the team triumph the second set against Woodbridge.
The harshest of spotlights: T-Wolves Athletics in action
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
Irvines New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Irvine’s New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Northwood Hot Takes
Northwood Hot Takes
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
Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice
Figuring out the Skater: Hannah Tao on ice
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Ashley Lee

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor

Ashley Lee is a Northwood senior and the A&E Editor for The Howler. She enjoys watching Kdramas, hiking and eating green tea ice cream. But her ultimate dream is to sit on top of the Golden Gate Bridge with Baymax.
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CREATIVITY AT ITS CORE: Senior Kate Hudson mixes three pieces—River by Leon Bridges, Twilight by Elliot Smith and The Greatest by Cat Power—to express her emotions of graduating and starting a new life.

Sharing “My Storybook” at Coffee House

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
May 30, 2022
Thriving amidst the unknown

Thriving amidst the unknown

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
May 27, 2022
Timby Origin Story

Timby Origin Story

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
April 18, 2022
STANDING UP WITH COURAGE: Fairy in the Mirror junior Catie Jamieson (right) lifts Ashgirl senior Sofia Partridge (left) from the ground, encouraging her to believe in herself instead of looking to magic.

The Ash Girl: A fairytale for the times

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
April 11, 2022
WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS: Making someone smile is the simplest way to make a difference in someone’s life.

HowlerHow: 3 ways to make other people smile

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
March 20, 2022
A tale untold: The hidden crew

A tale untold: The hidden crew

Ashley Lee and Arya Bhattacharjee
February 10, 2022
Junior Adam Harper dodges a defense player from Big Bear to score a touchdown as junior Ryan Kesler blocks another player.

Northwood wins its first CIF game

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
November 9, 2021
MOMENT OF FRIENDSHIP: In one of the only hopeful scenes of the series “Squid Game,” players Sae-byeok and Ji-yeong play a round of marbles after spending time sharing their life stories.

Analyzing Squid Game: A down-to-earth reflection of human nature and capitalism

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
November 2, 2021

S1 Episode 3: Recognizing cultural diversity and finding a path towards acceptance

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
October 18, 2021

Around the World: Movie Edition

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
August 19, 2021
Irene Lee performs with NYO

Irene Lee performs with NYO

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
August 19, 2021
BORN TO LAX: Senior Ethan Koers propels the ball to a teammate as the long-stick midfielder in a game against Edison High School.

Ethan Koers becomes Northwood’s first NCAA lacrosse recruit

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
May 22, 2021

Raya takes off on Disney

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
April 23, 2021
April 2021

April 2021

Richelle Gunawan and Ashley Lee
April 23, 2021
THE SUCCESS TO FARMING: After rejecting an offer to purchase a divining rod to find water, Jacob teaches his son, David, where they should dig for water, which is needed for farming.

Minari: A forgotten voice waiting to be heard

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
March 3, 2021
REWIND: Junior Mihir Joshi visits the Vital Link desktop browser after the College and Career Fair to rewatch one of the workshops that he missed.

IUSD students and parents attend the virtual College and Career Fair

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
February 26, 2021
TRANSPOSED: Protagonist Joe Gardner allows himself to perform “in the zone” when he first rehearses with Dorothea Williams.

The latest Pixar film fails to reach everyone’s “Soul”

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
January 25, 2021
People continue to cast their ballots in-person during the primary election despite the pandemic.

The relevance of voter suppression in 2020

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
November 22, 2020

Challenging beauty standards

Ashley Lee and Rachel Gima
November 15, 2020
In 2010, Alice in Wonderland generated over one billion dollars in ticket sales.

Disney’s transition from animation to live-action films

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
October 10, 2020
How to tackle 2020: movie edition

How to tackle 2020: movie edition

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
August 20, 2020
A&E Tips to Relieving Stress

A&E Tips to Relieving Stress

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
August 20, 2020
A WAR ON TWO FRONTS: Armed men wear masks to patrol the streets of Sanaa, Yemen, during a 24-hour curfew, as concerns regarding COVID-19 grow.

Crisis in Yemen: In the Midst of COVID-19 and a War

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
June 29, 2020
LET ME TALK: Northwood graduate Tori Oriola uses a megaphone to amplify her voice, as she spreads awareness about the Black Lives Matter movement in one of the rallies she attended.

Tori Oriola on Black Lives Matter: “Your voice matters”

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
June 11, 2020
TEST PREP: A student attempts to solve practice problems to prepare for the SAT.

University of California Suspends SAT and ACT for Admissions

Ashley Lee, A&E Editor
May 26, 2020
What’s your spirit Pokémon? Teacher’s edition

What’s your spirit Pokémon? Teacher’s edition

Ashley Lee and Anlon Zhu
March 10, 2020
Ban the backwards Body Mass Index

Ban the backwards Body Mass Index

Kathy Chun and Ashley Lee
March 10, 2020

Charmed: finding luck in life

Nawal Abdul and Ashley Lee
March 6, 2020
THE PERFECT DUO: Juniors Samridi Iyer and Sean Yan perform the song “Jealous” by Labrinth on stage.

Akustikoff: performing beyond the notes

Cameron Arcand and Ashley Lee
February 13, 2020
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