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Technology Today: Facebook's mission to become a tech giant

Technology Today: Facebook's mission to become a tech giant

Derek Krantz May 8, 2017

Facebook has recently displayed an interest in establishing itself as a technology company rather than just a social media platform, as seen in Mark Zuckerberg’s continued interest in virtual reality. After...

Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion

Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion

The Newtonite May 8, 2017

by Laura Schmidt-Hong Racial and religious clubs at North have become integral parts of the school community, holding event days throughout the year and spreading the word about their cultures and communities. Principal...

Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies

Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies

Maya Waldman April 26, 2017

After wading through North’s crowded hallways, ducking into the library learning commons (LLC) for a few minutes is often like letting out a long sigh. But for many students at North, the LLC is no longer...

Body Confidence Day speakers encourage self-acceptance

Body Confidence Day speakers encourage self-acceptance

The Newtonite April 24, 2017

A-block by Laura Schmidt-Hong Seniors Maddy Sherbet, Laurel Stanley, and junior Clare Donohoe spoke about eating disorders and diet addiction as part of Body Confidence Day last Wednesday during A-block...

ToBGLAD brings multiple perspectives from LGBT community

ToBGLAD brings multiple perspectives from LGBT community

The Newtonite April 12, 2017

A-block by Laura Schmidt-Hong As part of ToBGLAD Day, a panel of members of the LGBT community and of various religious communities spoke about the intersectionality between religious beliefs and sexuality...

Sodexo’s “Future Chefs Competition” tests elementary students' kitchen skills

Sodexo’s “Future Chefs Competition” tests elementary students' kitchen skills

Hannah Liu April 9, 2017

Sodexo hosted the first annual Newton Public Schools Future Chefs competition in the cafeteria last Tuesday, March 28. The winner goes on to represent Newton Public Schools regionally and possibly nationally...

School Committee, custodians’ union at odds over outsourcing

School Committee, custodians’ union at odds over outsourcing

Emily Moss April 7, 2017

Juniors and seniors might recall the yellow Newton Teachers’ Association T-shirts that became a common sight on campus in the spring of 2015. They were hard to miss. Bearing the logo, “competitive...

Photo by Rose Skylstad

Congressman Joe Kennedy III hosts town hall meeting at North

Rose Skylstad April 7, 2017

Congressman Joe Kennedy III answered citizens’ questions and concerns in a town hall meeting focusing on healthcare and Russia in the auditorium Sunday, April 2. An estimated 600 citizens from Massachusetts’...

Artist of the Month: Maggie Quigley

Artist of the Month: Maggie Quigley

Hannah Liu April 4, 2017

From behind the scenes, junior Maggie Quigley offers insight into the often overlooked role of stage crew. Like most stage crew members, she has a range of jobs including painting, carpentry, and design....

High School Quiz Show team wins first match

High School Quiz Show team wins first match

Tali Falk-Judson April 3, 2017

North’s High School Quiz Show team beat Belmont 705 to 265 Saturday, March 4 in the first round of competition. With the win, North advances to the quarterfinals and will play next on Saturday, April...

Photo by Samantha Fredberg.

Tiger Question of the Week: What are some memorable April Fools' Day pranks you have seen or done?

The Newtonite April 1, 2017

by Nichol Weylman-Farwell and Sophia Zhou Tiger Question: What are some memorable April Fools' Day pranks you have seen or done? “My first year teaching, for one of my classes, all the students turned...

Mock trial competes at state championship for second consecutive year

Mock trial competes at state championship for second consecutive year

Samantha Fredberg March 31, 2017

North’s Mock Trial team competed at the state championship against Winsor, but lost their state title at Faneuil Hall, Friday March 24. The team lost the trial while competing as defense in the case....

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