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‘Endgame’ Brings Avengers Together for Strongest Marvel Film
May 15, 2019
Cy'Asia Heyward, Staff Writer
I watched from my seat as “Avengers Endgame” brought audience to tears. When people began to hear the news about the production of “Endgame,” I made sure I would have time to...
UNIDAD Scores Again in Spring Soccer Tournament
May 10, 2019
Maria Gonzalez-Ortiz, Staff Writer
The annual UNIDAD soccer tournament kicked off last Friday, May 3 The event was hosted by the UNIDAD club members with huge help from its sponsor Jennifer Shahin, French teacher at...
Norristown Academy Charter School Withdraws Application after Tense Public Hearing
May 7, 2019
Gabrielle DeFrangesco and Christinna Longenecker
The Norristown Academy Charter School withdrew its application to develop a new charter school in Norristown on Monday, May 6th, at 9:15pm during a public hearing for the approval of...
My Hijab is my Right: Expanding the Conversation about ‘Consent’
May 6, 2019
Ayo Salih, Staff & Faculty Contributor
Wearing hijab in the US has both pros and cons, as you are, at all times, identifiably a Muslim woman. One thing that I consider a perk of dressing the way that I do - in a school community...
Get Educated about Sexual Assault to Help Break Silence
May 6, 2019
Christinna Longenecker, Staff Writer
Content Warning: The following editorial contains information regarding sensitive topics such as sexual assault, abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder. 1 out of every...

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Hollywood Hills Come Alive at ’19 Junior Prom

Duyen To, Associate Editor

April 26, 2019 • No Comments

Juniors of Norristown Area High School and their dates made their way down the red carpet the evening of Friday, April 12. Although the weather was not the greatest, many students came with umbrellas to shield themselves...

New AP Capstone Program Aims to Prepare Students for College, Careers

Cy'Asia Heyward, Staff Writer

April 8, 2019 • No Comments

According to 2016 findings from the National Center for Educational Statistics, about 40 percent of college freshman will not finish their bachelor’s degree in four years. Steve DiNenno, current gifted teacher at NAHS,...

1st Annual Choir Day Festival Sings for Unity Among District

Mathya Clay, Copy Editor

March 25, 2019 • No Comments

Norristown Area School District had its very first annual Choir Day Festival last Wednesday in Norristown Area High School auditorium. The melodiously choirs of White Hall, Cole Manor, Gotwals, Hancock, Paul Fly, Marshall...

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Features

Spring Allergies: What’s the Buzz?

Christina Wong, Associate Editor

May 1, 2019 • 1 Comment

Sneezing more than usual? Eyes becoming more swollen, or feeling congested? Join the club. Symptoms like these are most likely caused by seasonal allergies, a result of exposure to airborne substances...

NAHS ‘Good Citizen’ Sanchez Unfolds Success Story

April 3, 2019

‘BitLife’ Ruined My Real Life: A Dangerous Mobile App Exposed

March 29, 2019

‘Kobe Bryant of Psychology’ Sends NAHS Teacher Surprise Shout-out

February 13, 2019

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Opinion and Editorials

My Hijab is my Right: Expanding the Conversation about ‘Consent’

Ayo Salih, Staff & Faculty Contributor

May 6, 2019 • No Comments

Wearing hijab in the US has both pros and cons, as you are, at all times, identifiably a Muslim woman. One thing that I consider a perk of dressing the way that I do - in a school community like...

Get Educated about Sexual Assault to Help Break Silence

May 6, 2019

Don’t Sleep on Reasons High Schools Should Start Later

May 3, 2019

Anti-vax Parents Need a Shot of Reality about Vaccine Exemptions

March 6, 2019

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Sports

Balancing Life As NAHS’ MultiSport Athlete: Bailee Hendricks

Oxirydiana Salas-Carmona, Staff Writer

April 10, 2019

Children are always trying to find ways to entertain themselves, whether it be art, reading, or sports. As they grow up, however, they often gravitate to one passion. In NAHS’...