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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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Rachel Gima, Sports Editor

Rachel Gima is a Northwood senior and Sports Editor for The Howler.

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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
Short letter to my classmates

Short letter to my classmates

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 27, 2022
Shifting Gears: Changes to the parking permit system

Shifting Gears: Changes to the parking permit system

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 11, 2022
NEW KID NERVES: Northwood welcomes its new transfer students with open arms.

New to the Pack: Transfer students reflect on their transition to Northwood

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
March 29, 2022
Early Athletic Commitments

Early Athletic Commitments

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
November 17, 2021

Diving into summer with ISL

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
August 19, 2021

Instrumental Music: Performing with the Pandemic

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 30, 2021
Overlooked study tips

Overlooked study tips

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
April 26, 2021

Peek into Fine Arts Week

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
April 23, 2021

Northwood Student-Teachers

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
March 30, 2021
Superstitions

Superstitions

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
March 22, 2021

AcaDeca (Aca)Decks their competitors

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
March 22, 2021
SMACKDOWN STYLE: Junior Aiden Freeland takes down his opponent with force.

Wrestling tackles pandemic setbacks

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
February 12, 2021
AN ADVENTURE WITHIN REACH: Sophomore Grace Carmichael virtually explores the art of the Rijksmuseum, a national museum of the Netherlands, in the comfort of her own home.

Around the world in a single sitting

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
February 12, 2021
2021 fashion forecasts: Trends to shop

2021 fashion forecasts: Trends to shop

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
February 12, 2021
Jade rollers have become the new aesthetic addition to vanities across the globe, but dermatologists have contested the results they claim to produce.

Counterintuitive Skincare Trends

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
January 26, 2021
LOOKING FORWARD: Farrah Khan pushes for a progressive Irvine.

New Mayor Farrah Khan on COVID-19 and civil rights

Rachel Gima and Helena Zhou
January 7, 2021
WE CAN DO IT: With masks and gloves to prevent the spread of COVID-19, sophomore class president Rachel How and vice president Eugenie Chang package thank-you cards and food donations.

Making Northwood’s distanced canned food drive count

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
January 7, 2021
Native American Samsoche Sampson performs a dance at a Native American Heritage Month celebration.

Native American Heritage Month

Rachel Gima and Tyler Wong
November 21, 2020

Challenging beauty standards

Ashley Lee and Rachel Gima
November 15, 2020

Seattle ‘defunds’ their police department

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
November 2, 2020
Good-bye to a Northwood Legend

Good-bye to a Northwood Legend

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
October 21, 2020
STOKED WHILE SOAKED: Head Coach Kyle Kim-E and Assistant Coach Is- abelle Comtois review the team’s playbook during a routine water break.

Girls water polo rises up the ranks

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
ONE, TWO, THREE, SMILE: Senior Kamryn Scott was in- spired by a painting in a restaurant in Buffalo, New York.

A guide to Northwood’s art gallery

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
Fall Treats with Tricks

Fall Treats with Tricks

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
October 4, 2020
Interviewing water polo sensation Max Abravanel

Interviewing water polo sensation Max Abravanel

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
September 27, 2020
Welcoming the new season with safe traditions

Welcoming the new season with safe traditions

Rachel Gima and Diego Moreno
September 27, 2020

Northwood’s Alma Mater: a virtual celebration

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
June 1, 2020
2020-2021 student leadership

2020-2021 student leadership

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
May 29, 2020
WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS: Local students take the time to contribute to COVID-19 relief efforts by making care packages and masks.

Don’t stop me now: students respond to COVID-19

Pranav Gaddam and Rachel Gima
May 29, 2020
Balancing books for rookies

Balancing books for rookies

Rachel Gima, Sports Editor
April 14, 2020
Welcome, future Timberwolves!

Welcome, future Timberwolves!

Rachel Gima and Hari Sreeramagiri
April 14, 2020
BATTER UP: Junior Kamryn Scott perfects her pitching technique.

Full swing into Softball

Rachel Gima and Tyler Wong
March 6, 2020
MAN DOWN!: A Northwood wrestler systematically pins down his opponent.

Wrestling tackles winter season

Rachel Gima and Ryan Wu
February 14, 2020
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