Snapshot Inspiration

Megan Wilson, Staff Writer

May 26, 2020

While being stuck at home, we find ourselves wanting and itching to get outside and be able to be free once again. We search for different activities that can soak up some time and keep us from being bored. For John Clemmer, the photography teacher at NASH, all it takes to find inspiration is a camera...

Convoy for the Class of 2020

May 20, 2020

Ramadan in the Time of Quarantine

Betul Tuncer, Assignments Editor

May 20, 2020

Some people may find it hard to believe, but Ramadan is my favorite month, as it is for a lot of practicing Muslims. It may seem odd that anyone could come to love fasting, but Ramadan is much more than just that -- especially this year. Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims during which we partake...

Yuppies 2.0

Jordan Atkins, Staff Writer

May 7, 2020

Madonna knew the truth when she sang, “We are living in a material world.” It was especially true in the 1980s, when her hit single “Material Girl” was released. It was the decade of the "yuppie," an acronym for young urban professional. “Being a yuppie meant that you had a good-paying job right out...

Factual Fanatic

Kristen Kinzler, Junior Class Editor

April 28, 2020

The game is on the line. The category is Superlatives, and the question is worth $1600. Alex Trebek reads the clue. “The biggest Jeopardy! fan at North Allegheny Senior High School” A contestant buzzes in. “Who is Shejuti Wahed?” The crowd erupts in applause. That’s correct-- Shejuti...

Good Talk: Mr. Lyons

Carli Leonard, Staff Writer

April 24, 2020

How long have you been teaching? I have been teaching for 24 years. 23 years at NA and one year at Columbiana School District in Ohio. What is your favorite part about teaching at North Allegheny? I absolutely love being in the beehive of human activity. All the moments from walking into school...

A Chic Guide to Confinement Fashion

Meg Rees, Photography Editor

April 24, 2020

You're probably reading this in your pajamas.  After all, who's looking, right? It's understandable that fashion would seem irrelevant during this time of self-isolation, but in reality, it is probably more important than ever. Good clothing choices could make a difference in your mood and in your...

The Graduates’ Perspective

Maria Cima, Director of Podcasts

April 16, 2020

Fashion Friendly

Maria Cima, Director of Podcasts

April 16, 2020

When did you start Bolly Boutique? I started Bolly Boutique in April of 2019. How did you get your start? I made a Facebook and Instagram page, started telling all of my friends (and parents’ friends) about it, and I asked event planners if I could advertise my nonprofit at their events. ...

For the Nguyen

Julia Poppa, Staff Writer

April 15, 2020

When did you start becoming interested in art & film? Art and film are things that have been with me from a very young age. I’ve always loved to draw and paint and make art, but I don’t think I realized right away that I wanted to be a filmmaker. As a kid, I liked to make videos and write st...

Gifted Green Thumb

Natalie Mudd, Staff Writer

April 15, 2020

Remaining sequestered within the confines of our homes is not easy, but senior Scout Miller she has found a way to make it much less difficult than it needs to be.  Her solution?  Gardening. “Gardening is amazing," Miller said. "It allows you to enjoy your own hard work in an extremely fun and sat...

Overheard in the Halls / 3rd 9-weeks

April 14, 2020

  Student 1: “You look like you’re gonna cry.” Student 2: “I just keep thinking about the giraffe from Madagascar.”   “Happy Birthday! You’re 18 now, so I can legally beat you.”   “They wouldn’t let me within 50 feet of a school if I grew out my beard...