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FOUND FOOTAGE: After completing the rituals, look out for parking lot Jay Gatsby.
Discovering new secret landmarks on campus
ASTER, HIGHER, STRONGER: A glimpse into the distant future where students can practice a new batch of sports to become the very best.
Redefining school spirit with Olympic sports
ESSENTIAL OR EXCESSIVE?: Back-to-school shopping drives unnecessary spending.
The hidden costs behind the back-to-school shopping seas
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
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
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
COACHING in CODE: Computer science teacher Catherine Cali guides senior Kiyavash Khaghani through his coding project.
Introducing Computer Science: Data Structures
BIKES AWAY: Citizens of Irvine pick up their bikes and helmets at Woodbridge Town Center to begin cycling to UCI.
CicloIrvine: Celebrating community, connection and clean air
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
HAPPY UPON THE HILLS: Principal Leslie Roach and Northwood Teacher of the Year David Lee get ready and excited to welcome incoming freshmen to the next four years at high school.
Dear Future T-wolves: Welcome to Northwood
The reality after graduation
The reality after graduation
EXPLORING THE PISTACHIO WORLD: The dessert possibilities are endless with pistachios.
2024 is NUTS for pistachios
Childhood TV show episodes to watch before graduating
Childhood TV show episodes to watch before graduating
SAVOR THE FLAVOR: Sophomore Sooho Cho and junior Allen Wen compare the unique chip flavors at H Mart for a savory treat after a long day at school. For many families and friends, sharing and receiving snacks are acts of love, care and connection.
Munching on Nostalgia: AAPI childhood snacks
CHECKMATE: Northwood's chess club hones in on strategy for the win.
A look at Northwood’s Chess Club
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
LUNCHTIME MELODIES: Junior Chen Yang and senior Leyna Doan practice the alto part for “Bare Necessities” at Acapella Club.
Creative Communities: A look at Northwood’s VAPA clubs
JUBILANT JAZZ: Senior Luis Maldonado solos over “Strut” on his guitar at the IUSD Jazz Festival.
Northwood’s festival feats
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
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
STUCK IN THE MIDDLE: Teens are often thrown into the gray area between children and adults.
Teens: Are they children or adults?
SIMPLE STUDYING: Students now feel compelled to take the SAT with the recent changes.
Standardized tests are the best baseline
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?
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
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Northwood's campus is a great place to go for a fun walk.
Ways to incorporate exercise into the Northwood lifestyle
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
Spring sports recap
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
Timbymath: y = mx+ extra hot TEA
Timbymath: y = mx+ extra hot TEA
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
January/February Howler Volume XXV, Issue V – February 14, 2024
January/February Howler Volume XXV, Issue V – February 14, 2024
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
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
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
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
WHO GOES THERE?: A sparrow forages for food on the hills around Northwood.
A close up of Northwood’s nature
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
Irvine's New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
Irvine’s New Family-Owned Cafe is the BAUM
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The Northwood Howler
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
Matthew Dimaandal

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor

Matthew Dimaandal is a senior and now the interim photo editor. Although he was previously a staff writer, he no longer has to write anything for The Howler except for his bio (unless Mei or Alburger tells me too).
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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
Senior Spencer Ho jumps to return the ball to the other side of the court during the CIF-SS match against Servite High School.

Boys Tennis CIF

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 28, 2022
Photo Editor, drummer and everything in between

Photo Editor, drummer and everything in between

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
May 27, 2022
TECH-RIFFIC EXPERIENCES: Students enrolled in Library Tech Staff have the opportunity to learn more about IT and library management through hands-on tasks.

Tech Staff At Northwood

Eugenie Chang, Managing Editor
May 20, 2022
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Shifting Gears: Changes to the parking permit system

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 11, 2022
MAY THE COURSE BE WITH YOU: Freshman Dylan Khang swings for gold in a match against Portola High School.

Victory en-golf-s boys golf team in historic undefeated season

Karen Bruce, Editor in Chief
May 9, 2022
Senior Jake Nguyen watches intently along with others as his teammates outplay Irvine High School during Northwood’s senior night on March 30.

Boys lacrosse rocks the competition on Senior Night

Mihir Kulkarni, News Editor
April 14, 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
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Case wins Teacher of the Year

Helena Zhou, Staff Writer
March 12, 2022
FROM BOUNTY HUNTER TO CRIME LORD: Boba Fett reigns over the people of Tatooine.

The Book of Boba Fett or The Book of the Mandalorian?

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
March 9, 2022
LET'S GO T-WOLVES: (left to right) Juniors Aditya Hari, Jonathan Kang and Andrew Penrod and Senior Andy Hoang cheer for the basketball team in the front stands of the student section.

The student section brings the spirit to the stands

Karen Bruce and Annabel Tiong
February 10, 2022
TRANSPORTING SOULS AROUND THE WORLD: Drummer Chris Wabich performs percussion transitions inspired by Cuban, Mid-Eastern and Brazilian music at the Hoson House.

HE SHOOTS, HE SCORES!: Senior Devon Huang readies himself to shoot a free throw at an away game against University High School.

Winter captains lead the charge

Rita Lai and Annie Lee
February 10, 2022
LARGE PRICE TO PAY: CA AB 130 forces school districts to choose between moving to distance learning and decreased funding.

CA AB 130 lowers education quality

Eugenie Chang, Managing Editor
February 10, 2022
WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR BOAT: Captain Ritwik Kumar of the USS Howler realizes that the clown wasn’t a figment of his imagination.

How to use The Howler after reading it

Erin Tsai, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
DAPPER DUO: With their layered fits, juniors Salma Iliasu (left) and Kiara Kuriakose (right) are safe from the ever-shifting weather conditions.

Cause a Frock-us: Layered outfits

Noelle Escalante, A&E Editor
December 9, 2021
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Early Athletic Commitments

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
November 17, 2021
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Out of the Garden and into Your Mouth: Nearby Irvine Certified Farmers’ Markets

Abigail Fang, Layout Editor
November 11, 2021
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Chocolate Bash: Desserts Done Right

Parashar Bharadwaj, Staff Writer
November 8, 2021
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Devious Lick exposes Underground Northwood Syndicate

Kevin Sohn, THO Editor
November 4, 2021
FLYING OVER THE NET: Members of Birds of a Feather have a friendly match during a meeting.

Student-led athletics on campus

Annabel Tiong, Junk Editor
November 3, 2021
FILTERING THROUGH FEEDS: Students are exposed to social media everyday, making regulation critical.

The necessity of holding social media companies accountable

Rhea Gupta, Viewpoint Editor
October 28, 2021
OCEAN CONTAMINATION: Poor safety regulations surrounding oil pipelines led to the Huntington Beach spill.

Modifying oil drilling regulations

Helia Degan and Annie Lee
October 27, 2021
UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Rising population growth in Irvine poses challenges to resident satisfaction in the future.

Harmful Irvine population growth

Rachel Yokota, Managing Editor
October 27, 2021
Bright in the Night: The market showcases not only fantastic food, but also up-and-coming artists.

The (baza)arty at 626 Night Market

Karen Wang, News Editor
October 27, 2021
OCEAN CONTAMINATION: Poor safety regulations surrounding oil pipelines led to the Huntington Beach spill.

Oil spill at Huntington

Karen Wang, News Editor
October 27, 2021
King of the court: Instead of just staying in classrooms, ASB also sets up activities outside to keep students active.

Timberwolves Take a Time-out: Northwood’s State of the Student

Annie Lee, Viewpoint Editor
October 27, 2021
TORMENTED TIMBY STRIKES AGAIN: An unsuspecting Northwood junior falls victim to shenanigans of Timby’s ancestors as jump-scares of Timby take over the Integral app.

Northwood removed Timby’s family. What happens next will SHOCK you.

Parashar Bharadwaj, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
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Hoco Nominees: The T-Wolfing Down Games

Annabel Tiong, Junk Editor
October 27, 2021
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Life at break

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
September 30, 2021
CONSTRUCTIVE COACHING: Clarke offers a football player guidance and advice on how to improve an offensive play.

Coach Clarke makes a mark on NHS

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
September 29, 2021
DEFEND THE DEN: ASB members prepare before a football game.

Behind the Scenes of Northwood’s ASB

Kevin Sohn, THO Editor
September 27, 2021
CONSTRUCTIVE COACHING: Senior Simran Patel offers helpful advice and support to a swimmer before her race.

Diving into summer with ISL

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
August 19, 2021
FIGHT ON: Mark Grayson charges into battle on the planet Mars.

“Invincible”: A Refreshing Twist

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
June 3, 2021
Raw Talent: Juniors Adrianna Isabel Machado and Liv Majestic cover “Parting Gift” by Fiona Apple.

Drama Club raises the roof in Coffeehouse 2021

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
May 27, 2021
MUSIC MAKING MAGIC: Senior Sean Kawanami uses the software Logic Pro X to polish his latest album in the works.

Build beats with Sean Kawanami

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
April 23, 2021

BTS of sports livestreams

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
April 23, 2021
A DELICIOUS TRADITION: Each flavorful bowl of Kare-Kare is filled with savory ingredients that make your mouth water.

History of Kare-Kare and how to make it

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
April 16, 2021
CONTROVERSIAL: Biden’s legislative agenda has sparked a heated debate over minimum wage.

Increasing federal minimum wage is not the right answer

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
March 22, 2021
Equipped with a PC and gaming peripherals, video games have been a growing pastime for students over the last few years.

Benefits of High School Esports

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
March 14, 2021

All in: Welcome Passion4Ball

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
February 12, 2021

Design your own date

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
February 12, 2021

Mock Trial heads into the competition season

Matthew Dimaandal and Lana Hwang
February 12, 2021
Best Vegetables to Grow in Jan/Feb

Best Vegetables to Grow in Jan/Feb

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
February 3, 2021
FOR ARROW DYNAMICS: Junior Richelle Shim adjusts her bow to hit the perfect shot.

Always shooting for the bullseye

Matthew Dimaandal and Erin Tsai
January 7, 2021
THE SHOW MUST GO ON: Sophomore Christy Han (left) and freshman Audrey Lee (right) hit various buckets during their final rehearsal.

Sleighing 2020: A musical showcase

Matthew Dimaandal and Tyler Wong
January 7, 2021
Developments in COVID-19 vaccines

Developments in COVID-19 vaccines

Matthew Dimaandal and Diego Moreno
January 7, 2021

The Good, the Bad and Ugly: College Applications

Arya Bhattacharjee, Matthew Dimaandal, and Lana Hwang
November 25, 2020

Ridiculous October observances

Matthew Dimaandal and Lana Hwang
November 6, 2020
Modern-day witchcraft and manifestation

Modern-day witchcraft and manifestation

Arya Bhattacharjee and Matthew Dimaandal
November 6, 2020
HAVING A GOURD TIME: Masked and socially distanced, families and friends frolic among the rich orange pumpkins and leafy greenery, searching for the perfect pumpkin to complete their afternoon at Tanaka Farms.

Halloween festivities: Tanaka Farms pumpkin patch

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
November 6, 2020

Local Jazz Jams in Irvine

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
October 15, 2020
Mad Liberals: Trump vs. Biden

Mad Liberals: Trump vs. Biden

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
October 5, 2020
MUSIC PRODUCTION 101: Junior Andrew Chao spends time on his laptop making a beat from scratch on Soundtrap.

Soundtrap collab

Matthew Dimaandal and Tyler Wong
September 27, 2020
Funny Zoom stories

Funny Zoom stories

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
September 27, 2020
CIF mandates new COVID-19 measures

CIF mandates new COVID-19 measures

Matthew Dimaandal and Tyler Wong
September 27, 2020
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Northwood’s Hidden Talents: Abigail Sepulveda

Matthew Dimaandal, Photo Editor
September 22, 2020
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