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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
HANDS-ON HUES: Junior Ashley Nguyen gets a spider painted on her hand during Night of the Arts.
Fine Arts Week: A blend of talent and creativity
THANKS THAT THRILL: English teacher Sara Katlen lights up a student’s day with a T-wolf Thank You.
T-wolf Thank Yous have returned
ONE FOR THE HISTORY: Northwood NHD finalists are recognized for their county victory with NHD-OC coordinator Julie Hull.
Northwood NHD wins big
FILMING IN ACTION: NTV members utilize their film skills at the Fine Arts Assembly.
From Frame to Film: NTV individual projects
ONE MANS TRASH IS ANOTHER MAN’S TREASURE: History teacher Logan Sewell’s trash tally poster is used to encourage his advisement students to reach their trash picking up goal for donuts.
The top 5 ways Advisements spend their time
MEMORABLE MINIMUM DAYS: Freshman Siyavash Khaghani, Junior Ameer Ahmed, Junior Isaiah Walker and Junior Micheal Tran discuss their afternoon plans.
Ways to make the most of your minimum days
HANDY HELPERS: A tech staff member takes papers to deliver to a classroom
The ins and outs of Northwood’s tech staff team
AMAZING ADVOCACY: Teacher and ITA state council representative Zane Pang discusses his in-depth involvement with ITA and CTA.
Looking into ITA’s recent accomplishments
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
EXPLORING THE ARTS: Juniors speak on their experience in unique art electives at Northwood
Junior Speak: Exploring unique arts electives at Northwood
DIRECTOR WITH DIRECTION: Junior Charlie Parris looks through her script with enthusiasm.
From Script to Stage: Charlie Parris, take it away
March 2024 Centerspread
March 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
January/February 2024 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
November/December 2023 Centerspread
October 2023 Centerspread
October 2023 Centerspread
September 2023 Centerspread
September 2023 Centerspread
ADDICTING ENERGY: Junior Gabby Lan continues to study with the help of an energy drink.
That extra ounce of caffeine boost will not boost your GPA…
BE THE HELPING HAND: Reassuring others that mistakes can be overcome dissolves fears surrounding failures.
The Perfection of Imperfection: Honoring mistakes
THE MAGIC OF FRIENDSHIP: New companions allow for personal growth in high school.
Friend groups can change… and that’s okay
DUTIFUL DOORDASH: Learning to cook is a valuable skill, even though it might be easy to order food.
The importance of cooking for yourself in a world of food delivery
DO BETTER NEXT TIME: The mantra of an overworked high school student who fails to see their effort pay off in competitions– but maybe it’s not entirely their fault.
The harsh reality behind Irvine schools dominating Orange County competitions
JUST FOR KICKS: Student athletes run, dance, and swim in a vibrant variety of footgear.
Snazzy sports shoes: A look at Northwood sports
FEARLESS ON THE FIELD: Captain senior Nikki Sanders cradles the ball outside the box as she strategizes her next move.
Girls lacrosse beats out Beckman and all odds
HIP HIP HOORAY: Cheering loudly and proudly in the stands is a Timby-rific way to show excitement and rally on Northwood athletes to bring the win home to The Den.
Good, Bad and Ugly: Being a Timby-approved spectator
HISTORIC WINTER ERA: Northwood winter sports dominated in off-season CIF games, breaking school records to reach new levels of competition.
Winter athletes shatter school records in CIF
COASTING THROUGH: Warnock rides down a challenging slope with his mountain bike while refining his skills.
Nathan Warnock rides with grit and greatness
Modernizing Northwood Literature
Modernizing Northwood Literature
Political Cartoon: College Application Season Comes to a Close
Political Cartoon: College Application Season Comes to a Close
S-TIER: From the location to the aesthetic, Northwood buildings are in a league of their own.
A Tierlist of School Buildings
Northwood STRANDS
ILLEGAL TRANSPORT: Kids was caught in violation of the new ruling.
Swithoum sees uptick in legal proceedings after IVF ruling
March Howler Volume XXV, Issue VI – March 15, 2024
February Howler Volume XXV, Issue V – February 14, 2024
December Howler Volume XXV, Issue IV – December 13, 2023
December Howler Volume XXV, Issue IV – December 13, 2023
October Howler XXV, Issue 3 – October 31, 2023
October Howler XXV, Issue 3 – October 31, 2023
September Howler XXV, Issue II – September 27, 2023
September Howler XXV, Issue II – September 27, 2023
Northwood Lookbook: A look at aesthetics at Northwood
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
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
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
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
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
Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma
Creating a New Legacy: Quarterback Eddie Ma
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
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
Northwood students ‘Enjoy the Ride’ at State of the Student
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
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The Northwood Howler
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Timothy Shin

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer

Tim is a Staff Writer on the Northwood Howler. You’ll catch him in his free time hanging around his favorite clubs (like Ecclesia, Aviation Club and Thrive Club), practicing the trumpet for the marching band, and ranting on how Oppenheimer was the greatest film of the decade.

All content by Timothy Shin
JUBILANT JAZZ: Senior Luis Maldonado solos over “Strut” on his guitar at the IUSD Jazz Festival.

Northwood’s festival feats

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
HANDY HELPERS: A tech staff member takes papers to deliver to a classroom

The ins and outs of Northwood’s tech staff team

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
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

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 18, 2024
AMAZING ADVOCACY: Teacher and ITA state council representative Zane Pang discusses his in-depth involvement with ITA and CTA.

Looking into ITA’s recent accomplishments

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
HEAR ME OUT: No, listen. Daylight- wait, listen-

Love letter to Daylight Saving Time: The defense

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
SHOULD WE KEEP ADVANCING? Ethics should continue to play a prominent role in future innovations.

Technology’s Limit: When is it too much?

Timothy Shin and Karen Bruce
March 21, 2024
CHANGING CINEMA FROM A GALAXY FAR FAR AWAY: Star Wars was a technical and thematic marvel for its time that many still cherish today.

The Pawscars: Northwood teachers talk their favorite movies

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
March 5, 2024

TikTok’s newest “ins” for spring and summer 2024

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
TAKING IT TO THE RIM: Senior Zaid Yunis drives to the basket in a game against University High.

He Shoots, He Scores: Zaid Yunis reaches 1,000 points

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
REMAINS: The now demolished Tustin hangar has only a few columns left standing.

Air quality improves around Irvine following the Tustin Hangar Fire

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
January 17, 2024
REPORTING LI—AHHHHHH! FIRE! FIRE! WE’LL BE BACK AFTER A SHORT BREAK!: Local news stations report on a nationwide chaos caused by enthusiastic teenagers.

Northwood faces power outage caused by Disney+ show

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
December 18, 2023
KICKING OFF THE SEASON: Center senior Aryan Mascarenhas works to connect goals in their preseason game.

Boys soccer prepares for league play

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
December 17, 2023
SHARING SMILES: Sophomore Tony Nakayama displays the crafts that were made with love and care.

Cute creations of the craft cart

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
December 15, 2023
QUESTS OF THE ANCHOR: Humanities students will need some pro gamer strategies to beat this final boss.

Game Guide: How to beat the Fall Anchor

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
November 27, 2023
Yearbook Team Leader Claire Wu organizes photos for her feature layout.

How the yearbook preserves the “Elements” of school history

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
CAPTIVATING COMBAT COSPLAY: Junior Jane Wang’s Kotal Kahn cosplay places first at the Long Beach Comic Convention.

Jane Wang: Combining creative passions for cosplay

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
WE NEED MORE THAN Y=MX+B: School doesn’t provide us with needed financial knowledge.

The Skills to Pay the Bills: Education on life skills

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
November 2, 2023
TIMBY’S ALMANAC 2023: Gear up and hunker down in preparation for this year’s weather forecast.

Irvine, California: Accurate one-year weather forecast

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023
TRASH TALK: After years of mistreatment, trash and cans speak up about their neglected feelings.

To each according to their ability, throw away your garbage

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
THE POWER OF WORDS: Sophomore Luna Bouhairi discusses the joys of participating in speech and debate with board member senior Sabrina Tang.

Limited prep captain Luna Bouhairi, you have the floor

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
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