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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

Valerie Davis
It is absolutely insane that my years at North Allegheny are officially over. To all you underclassmen and juniors, do not wish time away. I know it can be tempting to just wish for the next holiday, big event, or weekend, but I promise there is something special in each day. Find it, cherish it, and remember it for as long as you can because life is full of special moments that quickly become memories. Although I have complained about the administration in the past, I will truly miss NASH. I will miss seeing those people I say hi to every day, the teachers who have helped me, and most of all: the cafeteria pizza. In some ways, I wish high school could never end. But I know change is inevitable, so it’s time to say goodbye. #T4L

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief

A senior, Valerie is thrilled to be on The Uproar staff this year. She enjoys singing, dancing, playing lacrosse, talking, listening, and eating Asian cuisine. Valerie is here to report entertaining and educational articles for her fellow peers here at NASH.

All content by Valerie Davis
On May 16th, around 40 students were given unexcused tardies for being late to school. Except this time, it wasn't their fault.

Tardy Hysteria

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 20, 2019

Senior year has been the most expensive year by far during my time here at North Allegheny. Expenses this year range from Homecoming, Morp, and Prom tickets to a a Senior Banquet ticket, a graduation cap...

Power of Knowledge

Power of Knowledge

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 20, 2019

What was the application process like for the US Presidential Scholarship? I was invited to apply when I was selected as one of the Candidates for the 2019 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program based on...

Jack Wright is the only one awake during a segment of the group hypnosis that brought Post-Prom to an end.

Hypnosis Hysteria

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 8, 2019

Prom. The big word that every senior had been thinking about since elementary school. Well, maybe not for everyone, but it had been for me. When I was in third grade, my family hosted a foreign exchange...

Antonio O'Barto sniped Cam Medic on the one morning Cam did not park in his garage.

Stay Strapped

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 7, 2019

Have you seen your peers outside of the North Allegheny campus with water guns and seemingly running for their lives? Have you overheard people saying, "Shelby has Joe. She's getting him after school."...

The ruins of the building lay in the destruction of the cathedral.

À Demain, Notre-Dame

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 23, 2019

On Monday, April 15th at around 18:30 European time, a fire devastated the Notre-Dame Cathedral, an 850-year-old French Gothic building located right in the heart of Paris, France. Being one of the...

Madame Stroud Responds to Notre-Dame

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 23, 2019

What is your reaction to the Notre-Dame fire? Monday afternoon, I was devastated. I just sat in my classroom after school in tears.  My mom texted to check on me because she knows how much I love the...

Simply being a good student is probably all the insurance we need for receiving an offer of admission to college.

Join the Club

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 15, 2019

I've always been told that grades, GPA, and extra-curriculars are the absolute most important part of my resume, especially when applying to college. More specifically, clubs like National Honors Society...

So Close Yet So Far

So Close Yet So Far

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 5, 2019

Have you ever not been able to touch the person you love? Not because you are separated by distance or because you just don't want to touch them, but because your health forbids you from going within six...

Sticking Together

Sticking Together

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 1, 2019

How long have you been playing lacrosse? Brooke: I have been playing since I was in fifth grade. Paige: Fifth grade. What's your favorite part about lacrosse? Brooke: My favorite part is...

What to Expect at TigerThon!

What to Expect at TigerThon!

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 28, 2019

TigerThon is just two days away, and with a full line-up of activities, you do not want to miss this event! The schedule for TigerThon 2019: 5:00: TigerThon 2019 begins: 6 hours of dancing, food,...

The cast of Good News deserved a break from stress, not a break from tradition.

Dismissal Hysteria

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 14, 2019

As I walked into school on Monday morning, heading for the attendance office with an early dismissal note in my hand, I was very excited for the day ahead of me. The cast was going to perform Good News for...

Stage Crew is making final preparations for the opening of Good News next week.

Good News? Good News!

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2019

"You guys are doing Good News? I've never heard of that show before. Is it good?" You may have seen previous North Allegheny spring musicals. Even if you haven't, you probably have at least heard of...

Steven Reybein and Colby Yaglowski claim their prizes for their participation in Facial Hair February

Clean Shave, Cleaner Finish

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2019

As choral students walked into the choir room on Friday, March 1st, they did not expect the sight before them. There were even a few gasps and giggles as the group beheld the sight of Mr. Schmiech, a man...

Yes, there are requirements for core classes, but have fun with the scheduling process.

Scheduling Hysteria

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief February 19, 2019

"Should I take AP Chem or AP Physics next year? I mean, I don't like science, but I feel like I should take an AP science course because it's another AP class." I overheard a junior say this in my Honors...

The Big Ask

The Big Ask

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2019

NASH has nearly 1400 students, so one wrong turn or one extra step on the gas could severely affect the safety of the students here.

Out In A Rush

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2019

It is 2:15pm on a cold, January day at NASH. I'm sitting in my last period class eager to leave the premises of the school. The bell rings, I go out to my car, and I try to make my way through the traffic....

Somebody's Eyes Are Watching

Somebody’s Eyes Are Watching

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 23, 2019

Have you ever felt like someone was watching you? Following you? Stealing your personal belongings and hacking into all of your private accounts? Well, the new hit show You dives right into the life of...

AP Bio teacher and Science Club adviser Mr. Allen has high hopes for his group's performance at competitions this year.

A Moment of Science, Please

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 15, 2019

STEM is alive and well at NASH, especially in Mr. Allen’s room.  The NASH Science Club has been hard at work all year and is getting ready for their first real competition in February. "Science club...

The image above hangs on Mrs. Rosato's wall in the Counseling Office.  It serves as a constant reminder to students who may be too caught up in the competition to get ahead.

Feeling the Pressure

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief January 8, 2019

"All of these extracurricular activities are optional. School takes top priority over everything. Remember that." I'll always remember this quote, because my dad never fails to remind me of this advice....

I'll Take "Teacher Jeopardy" ... For $5

I’ll Take “Teacher Jeopardy” … For $5

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief December 14, 2018

Reprising last year's acclaimed event,  Key Club will be hosting Teacher Jeopardy once again right before winter break. This special event will be held on Friday, December 21st during Periods 10 and...

photo by Valerie Davis

For All the World

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2018

When did you join the Kids of America club? I joined Kids of America at the beginning of junior year. The point of the group is to discuss today’s issues, and include all points of view. I stayed...

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thank u, next

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 28, 2018

Ariana Grande has been popular with this generation for many years now, beginning her career as a Nickelodeon star as "Cat" on the hit show Victorious. Her career continued to grow as she started writing...

Thanksgiving for Three

Thanksgiving for Three

Valerie Davis, Amanda Lu, and Nisha Rao November 21, 2018

In America, no Thanksgiving is the same. Side dishes and other customs vary from region to region--even from house to house. We asked three Uproar members to give us a thorough account of their Thanksgiving...

Loud and Proud

Loud and Proud

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 9, 2018

When did you start cheerleading? I feel like cheer has always been apart of my life ever since I was a little girl and my sister was a cheerleader. I officially started cheering for the school going...

NAXC's Kelsey Hudson and Luke Turkovich stand beside Hudson's truck-full of shoes to be donated around the world.

If the Shoe Fits

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2018

Cross Country runners go through running shoes pretty quickly. After a few months of running many miles per day, the shoes start to wear out and could cause potential injury to the runner. Typically, they'd...

Hollywood's New Face

Hollywood’s New Face

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 17, 2018

The box office sensation Crazy Rich Asians has put new face on Hollywood culture.  The rom-com drama has been on pace to become one of the most successful films of its genre -- and it features an all-Asian...

My President

My President

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2018

How long have you been involved with Class Council? This will be my second year. I served as Junior Class President last year, and this will be a continuation of that. Previously at NAI, I was part...

COLLEGE!!! AHHH!!

COLLEGE!!! AHHH!!

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief September 26, 2018

As I sit on my couch this fine Saturday night eating Monte Cello's pizza, it’s as if nothing is out of the ordinary. My friends are probably hanging out without me and my parents are watching college...

Homecoming Hysteria

Homecoming Hysteria

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief September 12, 2018

Who are you asking? How are you asking her? Who’s in your group? Have you picked out a dress yet? These are just a few questions that have been festering in my brain for the past few weeks. However,...

An odd sight for seniors who were accustomed to NASH last year, the pre-7:20 halls on the second and third floors are now emptier.

Safety, School Policy, and the Student View

Valerie Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief September 5, 2018

With the beginning of a new school year comes new students, classes, and, especially this year, policies. On Monday, August 27th, Principals Dr. Kreider, Mrs. McEwen, and Mr. McGahee held an assembly for...

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