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MISINFORMATION IN MOTION: Juniors Lizzy Li and Mia Chun demonstrate how easily false information can spread and be misinterpreted.
Confirmation bias: How misinformation spreads
The effects of short-form content on the brain
The effects of short-form content on the brain
CAFFEINE CRAZE: Junior Sophia Chen enjoys a Monster Energy drink to stay alert during class.
The real cure for sleep deprivation
SWEET CONNECTION: Juniors Braelynn Lynch and Sejal Sachdeva chat while they snack on chocolate covered pretzels during lunch.
The taste of belonging: The power of food to connect
The myth of being perfect in high school
The myth of being perfect in high school
Canvas taken offline after nationwide cyberattack
Canvas taken offline after nationwide cyberattack
A SIGN OF IMPROVEMENT: The Westwood intersection with the Venta Spur Trail requires cyclists and pedestrians, including many Sierra Vista Middle School students, to go on the sidewalk and cross the road at nearby unsignalized crosswalks—a rule not always followed.
Irvine to add Venta Spur Trail street crossings
BANNERED DEMANDS: Protestors gather on the bridge crossing Roosevelt at Jeffrey Road, waving a Palestinian flag that states, “END THE OCCUPATION.”
Hundreds of high schoolers across Irvine join statewide protest against ICE
ICE OUT: Northwood students walk out on Feb. 27 to protest the actions of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.
Irvine announces new immigrant legal aid accelerator
FRICTION-MAXXING: Senior Audrey Hong prepares for the F=ma competition by reviewing key concepts with digital flashcards.
F=ma held at Northwood with new policy
Investigating common catchphrases
SAFETY FIRST: To make sure seniors can continue participating in fun traditions like Senior Assassins, it’s important to follow the guidelines so everyone stays safe.
Senior Assassin 101: A look inside the annual event
MATH MAGICIANS: Vincent Li and Jason Li practice solving geometry problems in preparation for USAMO.
(Sine)s of victory: Inside Jason Li and Vincent Li’s exponential trajectory to USAMO
MEDIA MASTERY: Junior Madeline Cheng builds an immersive scene in her Digital Media Arts class.
Paving possibilities at Career Technical Education Month
SEOLLAL WITH SENIORS: Lead volunteer sophomore Kailey Yoon and the Irvine Korean Parents Association Volunteer Committee make a donation to support the Korean American Dementia Center as they wish good health and happiness to all.
Sophomore Kailey Yoon leads Seollal celebration with seniors
TRANSMIGRATION: The action of passing into a new body in a fictional world, often referenced in Asian media by its umbrella term “isekai.”
The perfect (or not so perfect) solution to all your academic troubles: ✨Transmigration ✨
BOLD IN BLUE: California State Thespian Officers seniors Kamron Jamali and Kathleen Shumate deliver opening remarks at the California Thespian Festival.
Northwood seniors help direct the California State Thespian Festival
Wuxia Wonders: A review of Where Winds Meet
Wuxia Wonders: A review of Where Winds Meet
BETWEEN TWO WORLDS: Will Mabel Tanaka succeed in saving the ecosystem before it’s destroyed for human infrastructure development?
Embark on an environmentalist’s journey through ‘Hoppers’
VERSATILITY AT ITS FINEST: Between their elegant, dynamic vocals and striking visuals, the only aspect of NCT JNJM’s “Both Sides” that could be elevated is the song durations.
NCT JNJM’s “Both Sides” falls short of top-tier
Stop and sniff the flowers
Stop and sniff the flowers
How to celebrate Black History Month: Reframing Black history as collective history
How to celebrate Black History Month: Reframing Black history as collective history
How can we turn apathy into action?
How can we turn apathy into action?
Historical Halloween: Spooky themes reimagined as period fashion
Historical Halloween: Spooky themes reimagined as period fashion
Mind your manners: A T-wolf’s guide to campus care
Mind your manners: A T-wolf’s guide to campus care
Do AP courses really prepare students for college?
Artificial intelligence content is degrading the media
Why IUSD should provide student-readable summaries of privacy expectations for approved apps
Why IUSD should provide student-readable summaries of privacy expectations for approved apps
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
Varsity boys golf remains determined despite loss against St. Margaret’s
POSTGAME DEBRIEF: With another football season coming to a close, bring the game obsession to baseball, hockey and countless other sports.
Things to do since football season is over
FOR THE WIN: Junior Lauren Park takes a touch past a defender to shoot on goal at Silverlakes Sports Park.
Junior Lauren Park earns a spot on UCR’s soccer team
Evelyn Heninger is climbing her way to the top
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
Northwood implements Attention Based Learning on campus
Northwood implements Attention Based Learning on campus
Comic: Birthdays during testing season
Comic: Birthdays during testing season
Majestic Met Gala theme ideas
Majestic Met Gala theme ideas
Beyond the cliché: Exposing Hollywood’s high school myths
Beyond the cliché: Exposing Hollywood’s high school myths
Devastated charger sends a tearful goodbye
Devastated charger sends a tearful goodbye
April Howler Volume XXVII – Issue VI, April 28, 2026
April Howler Volume XXVII – Issue VI, April 28, 2026
February Howler Volume XXVII – Issue V, February 24, 2026
February Howler Volume XXVII – Issue V, February 24, 2026
December Howler Volume XXVII – Issue IV, December 12, 2025
December Howler Volume XXVII – Issue IV, December 12, 2025
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October Howler Volume XXVII – Issue III, October 31, 2025
September Howler Volume XXVII - Issue II, September 29, 2025
September Howler Volume XXVII – Issue II, September 29, 2025
Howler Bites: Spill the tea with David Lee
Howler Bites: Blueberry Social
Howler Bites: Is the Wingstop & Buldak trend worth the hype?
Howler Bites: Ranking Irvine’s best matcha
Howler Bites: Ranking Irvine's best fries
Howler Bites: Ranking Irvine’s best fries
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: Spill the tea with David Lee
Howler Bites: Blueberry Social
Howler Bites: Is the Wingstop & Buldak trend worth the hype?
Howler Bites: Ranking Irvine's best fries
Howler Bites: Ranking Irvine’s best fries
More than fluff: Reviewing Fluffy Tail Cafe in Tustin
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler
Rikkie Gunawan

Rikkie Gunawan, Centerspread Editor

Rikkie is the Centerspread Editor of The Northwood Howler and on a mission to turn the newspaper into a magazine (kidding!). They’re always drawing in the margins of papers, but also love to read and try creative writing when they get the chance. At any given moment, they’re thinking about what to wear next for their outfit account.

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