Sophia is a senior writer for The Uproar. She plays for North Allegheny Field Hockey and enjoys writing on the staff. Outside of school, she loves making art, traveling, and buying excessive amounts of coffee.
For most North Allegheny students, participating in a sport is a normal part of their high school career. North Allegheny nurtures young athletes up into their final years of high school. However, only...
In the age of modern technology, online shopping has become increasingly popular especially during the pandemic. While online shopping is a quick and easy way to shop, it comes at a cost.
Clothing...
Has COVID changed the way you've had to teach your foods classes? If so, can you explain what adjustments you've had to make in order to accommodate students?
When we were hybrid, I wanted to mimic...
When did you start playing lacrosse?
I started playing lacrosse in fourth or fifth grade.
What inspired you to start playing lacrosse?
I found out about lacrosse when I was on my way to a softball...
Sophia Caruso, Senior Staff Writer
• February 2, 2021
In some of the most unprecedented times, it is no surprise that North Allegheny teachers are going above and beyond to help their students. Physical Education teacher Mrs. Winters, in particular, has been...
In a year full of cancellations, it's no small accomplishment that fifteen NASH theater students will deliver a performance Saturday night for the 29 Hour Show.
Since 2004, North Allegheny students...
What comes to mind when you think of Christmas? Is it gingerbread houses and Hallmark movies or ice skating in downtown Pittsburgh on a cold December night? While this holiday and its wonderful festivities...
Sophia Caruso, Senior Staff Writer
• December 22, 2020
Every December, Spotify creates a personalized playlist consisting of an individual user's top songs and artists of the year called Spotify Wrapped. The feature gives users insight into what music genres...
It has been a year of firsts, but last Saturday's production of Almost, Maine, which was live-streamed due to the spread of COVID-19, was a particularly new experience not only for the cast and crew but...
Planning TigerThon, North Allegheny's annual fundraiser that aims to ensure no child fights cancer alone, has always been a complicated, chaotic, and overall, rewarding process. But as the district begins...
Sophia Caruso, Senior Staff Writer
• September 28, 2020
Masks are mandatory this school year, but that doesn't mean they can't also be fun. The following six students have embraced the new rule as a way to express themselves while keeping safe.
Take senior...
North Allegheny has had the honor of having Dr. Scherrer as Superintendent of Schools for the past five years. He first joined the district back in 2013, when he was appointed Assistant Superintendent...
How long have you worked at NA?
18 years at NA.
What was your role in the district?
For the first three years I worked at the bus garage then I moved over to be a Special Needs Assistant. I have...
Teenagers have taken a strong liking to the CW’s new show All American, which is based on a true story of a teenager growing up in poverty in Los Angeles. The show, created by April Blair, consists of...
With the recent spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) many workplaces and restaurants have taken precautions to help prevent any spread or contamination. The virus has forced closure on college campuses...
When did you start dancing and why?
I started dancing when I was three years old because I enjoyed performing for my family when I was little. I liked getting dressed up and learning new dances as a...
Over winter break, my family and I took a week-long trip to a destination few other Americans have visited: Cuba. We left early on December 29th and began our day-long journey to the country's capital,...
It was a historic year for the Girls' Soccer team. Winning their first-ever WPIAL title and capturing the student body's enthusiasm, the girls far surpassed all expectations.
“One of our teams...
Strong from the start, the Girls' Soccer Team has of late been nothing short of unstoppable in its quest for a state title. Next up is a PIAA quarterfinal match against Boyertown this Saturday.
After...
School can be stressful for everyone, but it is especially taxing for our teachers. With homework, tests, and essays to grade, teachers are constantly under pressure to provide the best education for their...
Now in its sixth year, TigerThon kicked off its current campaign against pediatric cancer in the cutest fashion imaginable. Last Friday before the football match versus West Allegheny, the TigerThon...
