I always wanted to be a librarian and I am so glad I ended up here at this high school.
that they were inspired to read something on their own, or they spotted vocabulary words in something they were reading, or they talked about their novels at dinner, or when they would stay after class to write extra questions. Those kinds of things were the best. Also, my first publication of VARIATIONS with Ms. Lombardi. We have published from 2011-2018, and it has been very rewarding. The best memory with staff members at NASH is the laughter. Sharing funny stories on our most exasperating days and making each other laugh, especially Mr. Rhinehart next door and Mrs. Lombardi. 
think of, because really just taking care of kids is the best every year. The majority of the kids in this building are healthy to begin with, and they’re all old enough to have a conversation and talk about what’s best for them, which is part of a reason I like working here at the high school rather than the elementary schools. But there really isn’t one best memory that sticks out. I mean, there have been some hysterical moments, but nothing that comes off the top of my head.
gotten to know during my time here.
se the cliche of the light bulb coming on, but it’s a certain look and you know they understood it. And also when I hear graduates say, “I’m so glad I stayed with French because it’s helped me with my job,” or “I’m really enjoying teaching French.” They have found utility in the language. That makes me feel really good. I love when students see the value in language and continue it.
Katelyn Steigerwald is a senior at North Allegheny Senior High and is thrilled to serve as Features Editor for the NASH Uproar this year. When not stressing out about something trivial, she enjoys social studies, choir, and various writing electives. Katelyn plans on studying Secondary Education at Point Park University next fall.
Josie Wadlow is a senior at North Allegheny. She wrote for the school newspaper last year and is returning this year as The Uproar's inaugural Editor-in-Chief. She plans to study Journalism and Communications in college. Outside of newspaper, she is involved in volleyball, Key Club, Student Council, Best Buddies, and VARIATIONS. She also enjoys spending time in nature and hanging out with friends.
Pavle Djokic is the trendy Social Media Director of the NASH Uproar. He has navigated his journey through North Allegheny and is now a Senior. With aspirations of one day leading the masses, his humble start occurs here at The Uproar. Coffee, movies, and long walks along the alleyways are some of the things that bring happiness to Pavle's life. Other interests for Pavle include fumbling his...
Madelynn Stibbard is a senior at NASH and will be attending Otterbein University. She is the Head Interviewer of the NASH Uproar. Her interests include horseback riding, art, and singing in the school choir. She is an active member of the Multi-Cultural Student Union and has won a silver key and 4 honorable mentions for her artwork in the Scholastic Art Awards. Her major of interest is Ecology and...
Julia Badamo is a senior at North Allegheny who joined the staff at the beginning of the second semester. Always having a deep love for writing, she's ready to take her writing to another level. Outside of the newspaper room Julia can be found running in North Park with friends, playing piano, or hiking through national parks all over the country with her family.