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Column: To bacco or not to bacco? The fight against tobacco.

The Newtonite October 26, 2013
As much as we may like to pretend that we live in an isolated, idyllic bubble here at Newton North, teenagers here face the same challenges as adolescents around the country. There is alcohol abuse, drug usage, and excessive tobacco usage. And while the first two are certainly two of the more recognized teen safety issues, the tobacco usage in our school community tends to be blissfully ignored.

Column: One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish vs. Blue Fish

The Newtonite October 8, 2013
Ten percent. Ten. Think about it. No, that’s not your most recent grade on a physics test, nor is it the percentage of bingo players who are less than 35 years old (30 percent!). Sadly, that’s Congress’ current approval rating according to a new Quinnipiac poll. Yeah, it’s that bad.
Column: Serious about Syria

Column: Serious about Syria

The Newtonite September 17, 2013
To most Americans, the Middle East has become synonymous with war and chaos. Every day seems to bring new turmoil to the region, from the common coups and border disputes to the exceptional self-immolation that set off the Arab Spring. Currently, Syria’s raging civil war serves as the conflit du jour—one order of ruthless dictator who mercilessly attacks his own people coming right up. Despite the fact that this debacle has been ongoing largely overlooked for the past two years, the recent discovery that chemical weapons were allegedly used by Bashar al-Assad’s regime has caused an uproar across the globe.
Julia Moss
Just like the movies: Some teachers tend to use clichés when addressing freshmen in the first days and weeks of the school year, but the message matters. Cartoon by Julia Moss.

Editorial: Take advantage of opportunities

The Newtonite September 3, 2013
Look all around you. Look left and right. Look up, now down. Do you see that? Can you smell it? Can you feel it all around you? Yep, that’s what opportunity looks like, smells like, and feels like.

Editorial: Student union should be constructed soon

The Newtonite February 27, 2013
It is no secret that this school’s Library Learning Commons serves as the gathering place for many of this school’s schmoozers. Have a canceled class? Meet you in the library. Have a free? See you in the library.

Column: More art, please

The Newtonite February 13, 2013
Harry Potter and pals grace the wall of a staircase, while an intense, intimidating tiger’s head reminds every passing student of this school’s successful athletics right outside of the Simulated Outdoor Area (SOA).
All school sports deserve appreciation

All school sports deserve appreciation

The Newtonite February 4, 2013
Across the state, the Tigers are known as a formidable force across many sports, having stellar teams that regularly advance to the playoffs and usually pass several rounds of postseason play.
Column: Musicians deserve recognition

Column: Musicians deserve recognition

The Newtonite January 25, 2013
Seldom silent during the school day, the theatre wing brims with the sights and sounds of talented artists, musicians and performers working hard to improve and refine their craft. Theatre Ink is known school-wide for its dazzling displays and performances, and artists’ creations can be seen on display throughout the hallways and even at the Newton Free Library.
Barrys house secretary Karen Tobin writes down what students will be absent.

Column: School rule prevents students from going on field trips

The Newtonite January 24, 2013
From the moment the five-minute warning bell rings at the beginning of a school day until the final stampede out the door, students have a lot on their plate. Ever-mounting piles of homework and a seemingly incessant amount of tests, essays and quizzes keep pupils constantly occupied.

Semester I Special Column: Interests bring students together, further learning

The Newtonite January 18, 2013
by Hilary Brumberg As high school students, it feels like not a lot in our lives is up to us.

Column: Flu vaccination keeps us healthy

The Newtonite January 16, 2013
by Connor Vasu Hacking and wheezing have been staples of my household for weeks, as my brother and parents have all had what we suspect is the nasty flu.
Column: Reduce plastic bag waste in schools

Column: Reduce plastic bag waste in schools

The Newtonite January 15, 2013
by Connor Vasu Name a product you use for a few minutes and then throw out, day after day after day. Plastic bags and school lunch trays fit this description.
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