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BEE-LINING AWAY: Bees in the trash can are terrorizing and chasing the students of Northwood.
Campus intrusive questions
PART OF THE PACK: The teamwork, friendship and strong T-wolf spirit between Northwood students overcomes the incessant pushing and shoving in the lunch lines.
Edition II of Timby’s Casual Chronicles: Working as one
‘Epilogue’
‘Epilogue’
The 10 woes of a writer
The 10 woes of a writer
CARING ABOUT THE CLIMATE: Interdisciplinary Climate Explorations student senior Emily Wang collaborates with peers to complete a poster.
Northwood’s climate class, making a sustainable future
Northwood hosts Cash 4 College workshop
Northwood hosts Cash 4 College workshop
Howler Investigates: Site near Northwood selected for potential public library
Howler Investigates: Site near Northwood selected for potential public library
PREPARING FOR ADMISSION: During the CSU workshop held by Northwood’s counselors, seniors navigate their application profile.
California grants automatic CSU admission for almost all in-state students
MESSAGING FOR MENTAL WELL-BEING: Teachers from Northwood High School, Sierra Vista Middle School and all five feeder schools come together to discuss strategies for addressing challenges to student well-being.
Challenge Success workshop held on Oct. 13
STREET SMARTS: City of Irvine and CR Associates staff listen to a community member’s traffic concerns at the Suggested Routes to School open house on Sept. 4.
Irvine prepares first Suggested Routes to School map for Northwood
VITAMIN D(EFICIENT): If gray skies and chilly mornings make you sad or sluggish, it might not be laziness. It might be SAD.
Don’t be sad about SAD, forgive yourself instead
Orange is the new pet
Orange is the new pet
‘A T-wolf Halloween’
‘A T-wolf Halloween’
HEE HEE HEE HAW: Clash Royale’s popularity continues to soar, reaching an estimated 47.4 million concurrent players in October 2025.
The revival of Clash Royale
Meet Northwood’s freelance workers
Meet Northwood’s freelance workers
A FANGIRL’S PLACE IS IN THE RESISTANCE: From Trekkies to ARMY, women have been and will continue to be integral to fandom.
She came, she saw, she created: Fandoms as a space for women
SOUND ON: Senior Suzan Whiteside unwinds to “Who Knows” by Daniel Caesar, a track from his newest album.
The album that shut down cities: A comprehensive analysis of Daniel Caesar’s ‘Son of Spergy’
SONGS FOR SMILES: Senior Alice Baik performs a solo at the annual Smile Train OC Concert.
Smile Train harnesses local students’ musical talents to change lives
GONNA BE GOLDEN: “KPop Demon Hunters” has skyrocketed in popularity to the point that it has its own instant ramen.
K-popping off with KPop Demon Hunters
GETTING THE ICK: Hot boy summer gone cold real quick.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty” turned ugly
Mind your manners: A T-wolf’s guide to campus care
Mind your manners: A T-wolf’s guide to campus care
Welcome to Northwood: Comprehensive Campus Guide
Welcome to Northwood: Comprehensive Campus Guide
Senior highlights
Senior highlights
Etiquette in the age of distraction
Etiquette in the age of distraction
Northwood Q&A
Northwood Q&A
VALIDATION IN VOLUNTEERING: California’s Men’s Service Program provides volunteering opportunities and strong male role models key to improving young male mental health.
California Men’s Service Challenge: Supporting boys’ mental health
MONEY IS RAINING FROM THE SKY: Students should get a head start on ensuring their financial security by taking advantage of scholarship opportunities.
Importance of applying for scholarships
PROCRASTINATION NATION: Constantly leaving work for later can cause stress and an unmanageable workload.
The fault in our stars: Why the worst action is inaction
DON’T GO PLAY YOUR VIDEO GAME: The decreasing quality of Roblox games is enough to disappoint even the most dedicated of fans.
Roblox should be fun, but it isn’t anymore
LEARN WITHOUT PRESSURE: Extra credit opportunities can help students demonstrate their knowledge beyond tests.
Extra credit: Grade booster or learning opportunity?
ROCK SOLID: Evelyn Henninger drives through a steep overhang during 2024 Divisionals at Flow Stone Climbing Gym.
Evelyn Heninger is climbing her way to the top
SUMMER ON THE FIELD: Members of Northwood’s girls’ lacrosse program formed their own non-school-affiliated team, training against other schools to build up their skills and perseverance.
Wolfpack: Girls’ lacrosse takes initiative over summer
CONSISTENCY IS CORE: After a five-minute run, sophomore Keanna Anell practices crunches to warm up the abdominal muscles. Both cardio and strength training are core components of calisthenics.
Calisthenics: Brains and brawn
STRATEGY IN MOTION: During drills, assistant girls flag football coach Steven Plette helps break down routes to sharpen the team’s game.
Coaching with relatability: Steven Plette
TOE TO TOE-CHDOWN: The Northwood football team prepares an offensive play against Woodbridge.
Varsity boys football scores second W of the 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
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Howler Bites: Mochilato
How to ride the Irvine CONNECT
PLANK PARTY: Junior Alice Baik (left) and senior Caleigh Nystrom (right) hold plank during warmup in preparation for the first Spring Show rehearsal.
Behind the Scenes: Northwood’s dance show
A look inside Winter Guard’s season
Passions of the Pack: Leadership on Campus
Passions of the Pack: Leadership on Campus
FOSTERING DIALOGUE: AP Government teacher Steven Plete engages with a student students
Teaching AP Government during an election year
BACK IN THE ACT: Northwood alum Katherine Paladichuk performed "Shrek" at Northwood during her high school career.
Katherine Paladichuk: Former Northwood acting star to Broadway performer
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
PLANK PARTY: Junior Alice Baik (left) and senior Caleigh Nystrom (right) hold plank during warmup in preparation for the first Spring Show rehearsal.
Behind the Scenes: Northwood’s dance show
From Sunrise to Sunset: A day in the life of students in Ramadan
SETTING THE STAND: Freshman Class Council members Carson Lv, Bella Shim, Abbie Kim and Mischka Rajula set up their Cake Pop Stand during lunch.
Class councils celebrate the holidays
IN THE DEEP END: Varsity water polo goalkeeper junior Sidney Francisco De Paula Junior contests against El Toro High School as he lines up for a strategic throw.
Northwood’s fall sports in full swing
STAY IN THE LOOP: Senior Valentina Nguyen works on intently her next crochet piece, a red hat, which she is making as a commission from her Instagram account @valentinacrochets
Unique hobbies at Northwood
Howler Bites: Mochilato
How to ride the Irvine CONNECT
A look inside Winter Guard’s season
Introducing California Colleges
Introducing new staff at Northwood
Introducing new staff at Northwood
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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

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May 26, 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

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March 29, 2022
Early Athletic Commitments

Early Athletic Commitments

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November 17, 2021

Diving into summer with ISL

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August 18, 2021

Instrumental Music: Performing with the Pandemic

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May 30, 2021
Overlooked study tips

Overlooked study tips

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April 25, 2021

Peek into Fine Arts Week

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April 22, 2021

Northwood Student-Teachers

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March 30, 2021
Superstitions

Superstitions

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March 22, 2021

AcaDeca (Aca)Decks their competitors

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

Wrestling tackles pandemic setbacks

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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

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February 11, 2021
2021 fashion forecasts: Trends to shop

2021 fashion forecasts: Trends to shop

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February 11, 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

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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 14, 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

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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

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May 29, 2020
Balancing books for rookies

Balancing books for rookies

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April 14, 2020
Welcome, future Timberwolves!

Welcome, future Timberwolves!

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BATTER UP: Junior Kamryn Scott perfects her pitching technique.

Full swing into Softball

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March 6, 2020
MAN DOWN!: A Northwood wrestler systematically pins down his opponent.

Wrestling tackles winter season

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