The Student Voice of North Allegheny Senior High School

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The Student Voice of North Allegheny Senior High School

The Uproar

The Student Voice of North Allegheny Senior High School

The Uproar

Camryn Gray

Camryn Gray, Arts & Entertainment Editor

Camryn Gray is a senior at NASH. When she is not writing, she enjoys dancing and traveling. This is her second year on The Uproar staff after writing for NAEye.

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Students are so close to reaching the day when the caps are worn and tossed in the air, so there is much to be done before the big day.

10 Things to Do Before Graduation

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor June 1, 2023

Countdown to the end of senior year has begun, which means graduation is on the minds of NASH seniors. May is a busy month for seniors due to commitment day, Prom, Senior Banquet, and many more milestones....

The bridges of Pittsburgh and the lights of PNC Park during sunset.

Pittsburghesque Prom Pictures

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor May 9, 2023

Prom week has arrived.  NA's Senior Prom will once again be held in the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, giving many students the opportunity to take pictures downtown. All other NASH dances are...

A collage of fraternities and sororities of the past.

Opinion: Going Greek

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor April 21, 2023

As NASH seniors finalize college plans, the thoughts on campus life soon follow. For example, Greek life is a plan for many during their college years. Greek life consists living in either a sorority and...

The gorgeous and clear Hawaii ocean water that defines paradise.

The Big Break

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor April 1, 2023

The nine-day Spring Break has become a new tradition the past few years at North Allegheny, which leaves the opportunity for many NASH students to embark upon exciting adventures. Students travel across...

Girls from different middle schools that had just met become best friends due to the success of GOLD 2023.

Going For GOLD

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor February 27, 2023

On Friday, February 24, 2023, NASH, NAI, and all three middle schools combined from 3:00 to 11:00 pm to form one influential and transformative event, GOLD. The Girls Only Leadership Development teaches...

A Rihanna Recap

A Rihanna Recap

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor February 13, 2023

After what felt like countless commercial breaks, the time had finally come. Rihanna was about to take the stage for the Super Bowl Halftime Show after a seven-year hiatus from music. The singer has spent...

Good Talk: Mr. Marshall

Good Talk: Mr. Marshall

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor February 1, 2023

How long have you been teaching? This is my eighth year of teaching. Directly following college, I taught in Maryland for five years. I spent the last two school years teaching up in Erie at my alma...

The University of Minnesota Dance Team celebrates their many wins at the UDA  Nationals.

A Dancer’s Super Bowl

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor January 30, 2023

It’s one of the most anticipated events for dance fanatics everywhere, the Universal Dance Association Nationals or UDA, which recently happened in Walt Disney World in Florida. The Universal Cheer Association...

The Onset of Senioritis

The Onset of Senioritis

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor January 24, 2023

The second semester is officially underway, which can only mean one thing: The virus is spreading, symptoms flutter through the hallways, the disease is only getting worse. Senioritis has taken over...

A Look Back on the Year

A Look Back on the Year

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor January 1, 2023

The year 2022 has come to an end, and it was packed with historic news. A summary of the whirlwind year is below, encompassing the highs and lows of 2022. Although due to the timing of winter break, not...

faith ornaments

[Photo] Hung With Care

Faith Miller, Staff Writer December 23, 2022

Ms. Greccos students board a replica of a Pittsburgh trolley.

A Multicultural Experience

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor December 9, 2022

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[Photo] A Very Pittsburgh Christmas

Maddy Arluna, Staff Writer December 23, 2022

No Thanks

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 23, 2022

A crowded table filled with a variety of food does not interest me in the slightest. Thanksgiving food has never really been my favorite part of the holiday, even when I was younger. My favorite parts...

A Divided Meal

A Divided Meal

Camryn Gray and Libby Heckert November 23, 2022

Sales for Seniors

Sales for Seniors

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 23, 2022

Attention college-bound NASH seniors! Black Friday and Cyber Monday are rapidly approaching, which means it is a great time to start purchasing the many essential items for college life. The price of tuition...

Midnights at NASH

Midnights at NASH

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 9, 2022

It was 11:59 pm on October 21 and many NASH students were continuously refreshing various music streaming platforms for the long awaited release of Midnights by Taylor Swift. Midnights is Swift’s tenth...

Movies vs. Real Life: The College Application Process

Movies vs. Real Life: The College Application Process

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 1, 2022

The 2022-23 college application season is reaching its first milestone today, as early decision deadlines loom large, and many NASH seniors are dealing with varying degrees of nervousness. In fact, they...

TikTok influencers are not what what they once were, though some have found the path to lasting success.

Tik Tok Stars: Nothing Good Lasts Forever

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 12, 2022

Gen Z royalty, making millions of dollars a year, but the end could be drawing near for those known as social media influencers -- those whose job it is to post on social media platforms consistently to...

NASH seniors received a sheet at the meeting to help guide them in applying to college.

[Photo] Counseling to the Rescue

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 19, 2022

NASH seniors received a sheet at the meeting to help guide them in applying to college.

The now ubiquitous pumpkin spice latte, made famous by Starbucks.

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 15, 2022

Flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and swirls of the autumn all compiled into a coffee cup take the nation by swarm during the fall season. The famous pumpkin spice latte, or “PSL,” is heavily marketed...

Senior year is filled with anticipation and opportunity, though its not always easy to navigate.

Senior Fever

Camryn Gray, Arts and Entertainment Editor August 25, 2022

Eleven years, many tests, hundreds of Friday night football games, annoying technology issues, loads of memories, and far more have led to the long-awaited moment of the Class of 2023 becoming seniors....

10 Local Ways to Cure Summer Boredom

10 Local Ways to Cure Summer Boredom

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer June 2, 2022

The summer months are quickly approaching, which means that boredom may soon follow. It is understandable to relish a long break from school, but it is evident that students will eventually face painfully...

Alyssa Yen (right) and Eileen Hu (left) say Cheers! while holding their juices.

El Fin De Año

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer June 1, 2022

Young children eagerly collected Easter eggs placed by TigerThon students last Sunday morning.

Egg-cellent Planning

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer April 21, 2022

The TigerThon volunteers have been consistently hosting events and collecting donations throughout the year in support of the fight against pediatric cancer, but the group's most recent event had a special...

The stars of the infamous college admissions scandal, Lori Loughlin and her daughter Olivia Jade Giannulli.

Opinion: Not Just A Coincidence

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer April 6, 2022

As someone whose life is currently heavily occupied by the thoughts of applying to colleges and universities, a specific thought has come to mind. Applying to a college or university is not the same process...

The time has arrived, and a wide variety of summer programs are now open for applications.

Summer Prep on the Mind

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer March 30, 2022

The school year is going by fast, and all eyes are on the approaching summer. And for many high school students across the nation, summer is a time to become more engaged with one’s future plans primarily...

Models walk the runways of fashion month display the hard work of many designers.

Fashion Month: Best to Worst Shows

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer March 10, 2022

The designers of the fashion industry create looks to display twice a year during a month devoted to fashion in some of the world’s biggest cities. The designers hold the fashion shows in the city...

The young dancers holding snowflakes at the closing ceremony to celebrate the hard work of all the Olympians.

In Review: The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer February 25, 2022

The 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing finished on Sunday, after weeks of athletes representing their countries through rigorous competition. The opening ceremony and closing ceremony featured dazzling...

Juniors jumpstart senior year

Juniors jumpstart senior year

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer February 15, 2022

The past few weeks have been filled with juniors discussing scheduling for senior year, and it has not been easy. “It is stressful to choose our classes for senior year, since it's our last year of...

A wheel displaying the symbols of all the zodiac signs.

The Science of You

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer February 9, 2022

Most people are aware of zodiac signs and the potential insight they can offer into a person's character, but not everyone knows exactly what they mean or what they even are.  The breakdown of zodiac...

A selection of gifts wrapped and ready for opening.

Top 10 Gifts for Friends and Family

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer December 23, 2021

  It’s officially the holiday season, which means that gift giving is a high priority. While coming up with the best gift for a loved one can be a difficult task, a few of the gift ideas...

A picture of the Virginia coast line where the NASH music program students will share many memories.

Let’s Go!

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer December 16, 2021

Field trips, especially overnight trips, seemed to be a thing of the past once COVID-19 hit. With pandemic protocols in place, the concept of going on a field trip was a big “What if…?” among students...

The effort behind performing in pointe shoes is more that meets the eye.

Behind the Barre

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer November 29, 2021

The misconception of dance as a simple activity done while wearing a pink tutu is far from the truth. Dance both doubles as an art form and a sport, which only emphasizes the intensity of the art. The...

The album cover of Red (Taylors Version) that excited millions of the artists fans.

Taylor Swift is the Music Industry

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

Taylor Swift is a titan of industry in music, and she never fails to deliver to her millions of fans. Swift is more than just a singer. She is a role model and a gifted songwriter. She has won many...

Machine Gun Kelly entertains the crowd with his guitar skills.

Tickets to My Downfall Tour Takes Pittsburgh

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer November 9, 2021

Colson Baker, more commonly known as Machine Gun Kelly or MGK, is approaching the end of his national Tickets to My Downfall Tour. The city of Pittsburgh was one of Machine Gun Kelly’s last tour stops...

A collection of pumpkins that perfectly represent the Fall and Halloween season.

Fall and Halloween Fun for Teens

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer October 29, 2021

The month of October means that the fall season has officially arrived, but it's the end of the month that most children look forward to.  But what about teenagers? In general, teens tend to hold less...

A sample rack of dresses for sale for purchase for homecoming dances.

Saying Yes to the Dress

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer October 7, 2021

Editors' note: Some of the students interviewed for this article requested anonymity. Homecoming weekend is practically here, which means that the past few weeks have been filled with dress shopping...

Pens fans are animated by several rivalries, but the Washington Capitals might bring out the most intense emotions.

Battle in the ‘Burgh

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer September 22, 2021

Heated rivalries are not unique to the world of hockey, but it's hard to find a sport where they are more intense. On the ice, a rivalry is more than just the competitive nature between teams -- it involved...

The picture shows an outside view of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which is where the Met Gala is held.

The Best and Worst Dressed at the 2021 Met Gala

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer September 20, 2021

Last Monday, the shutter of cameras and the flashing of lights engulfed A-list celebrities as they graced the beige carpet at the hottest fashion event of the  year. The Met Gala is one of the most...

A medical professional is seen hard at work during these troubling times.

New Booster Shot Brings Hope

Camryn Gray, Staff Writer September 8, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has been raging for well over a year, and vaccines have been distributed to an abundance of Americans. However, those who struggle with a weaker immune system are still at risk....

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