The Student News Site of Newton North High School

The Newtonite
HLU Day highlights Hispanic and Latinx experiences
HLU Day highlights Hispanic and Latinx experiences
December 14, 2024
Interact Club helps students organize service projects
Interact Club helps students organize service projects
December 9, 2024
Ninth annual Multicultural Night celebrates 28 countries
Ninth annual Multicultural Night celebrates 28 countries
December 8, 2024
Senior Carolina Darcy poses with the window display she designed.
Window display celebrates Native American Heritage Month
December 7, 2024
Mock election cancelled after online ballot takeover
Mock election cancelled after online ballot takeover
December 6, 2024
Senior captain Nicky Spinelli completes his starting handshake before boys' basketball faces Framingham Friday, Dec. 13.
Athletes hit the ground running as winter season begins
December 19, 2024
Members of the team celebrate after their victory Friday, Dec. 13.
Girls’ basketball avenges previous loss in season-opener against Framingham
December 16, 2024
The Tigers celebrate after first goal marking their 1-0 lead Saturday, Nov. 24.
Boys’ soccer defies the odds, wins first-ever state championship as 31st seed
November 24, 2024
Seniors Marco Comin and Seth Rao pose post-win Tuesday, Nov. 20.
Boys’ soccer triumphs in thrilling penalty shootout to reach state final
November 20, 2024
Members of girls' volleyball pose with their trophy Saturday, Nov. 16.
Girls’ volleyball takes home third consecutive MIAA Division 1 title with flawless playoff run
November 18, 2024
Seniors Marco Comin and Seth Rao pose post-win Tuesday, Nov. 20.
Boys’ soccer triumphs in thrilling penalty shootout to reach state final
November 20, 2024
Senior Devon Burke goes in for the kill Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Girls’ volleyball sweeps Needham to secure championship spot
November 14, 2024
Girls’ volleyball sweeps Chelmsford, advances to Elite Eight in pursuit of third straight state title
Girls’ volleyball sweeps Chelmsford, advances to Elite Eight in pursuit of third straight state title
November 14, 2024
Senior Marco Comin Natick defenders to keep the offensive possession alive Wednesday, Nov. 13.
Boys’ soccer advances to Final Four after defeating Natick
November 14, 2024
Sophomore Bishrelt "Giga" Bat-Erdene runs to catch up on offense in game against Leominster Saturday, Nov. 9.
Toma discusses remarkable playoff journey for boys’ soccer
November 12, 2024
Senior captain Nicky Spinelli completes his starting handshake before boys' basketball faces Framingham Friday, Dec. 13.
Athletes hit the ground running as winter season begins
December 19, 2024
Boys' basketball defeats number one team in Connecticut at nationwide tournament
Boys’ basketball defeats number one team in Connecticut at nationwide tournament
January 26, 2023
Boys' basketball players run drills at tryouts to prepare for the upcoming season.
Winter sports look to continue competitive success, build community
December 14, 2022
Girls' shot put embraces positive support system to achieve success
Girls’ shot put embraces positive support system to achieve success
May 4, 2022
Boys' loses in championship game, looks towards promising future
Boys’ loses in championship game, looks towards promising future
March 25, 2022
Boys' volleyball defeats Brookline with impressive performances from star players
Boys’ volleyball defeats Brookline with impressive performances from star players
June 15, 2022
Girls' ultimate flies past Andover in highly offensive, commanding win
Girls’ ultimate flies past Andover in highly offensive, commanding win
May 18, 2022
Boys' lacrosse in annual Suburban Cup game defeat Waltham with unselfish scoring
Boys’ lacrosse in annual Suburban Cup game defeat Waltham with unselfish scoring
May 10, 2022
Girls' tennis dominates Framingham, displaying the products of hard work
Girls’ tennis dominates Framingham, displaying the products of hard work
May 10, 2022
Ethan Ou '21 receives the 52nd annual Hamill Award outside Newton City Hall Thursday, July 8. Left to right Hamill Award Committee Chair Elliott Loew, Newton North pitcher Ethan Ou, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Nicole Banks. (Photo Courtesy of Ethan Ou)
Ethan Ou '21 wins 52nd Annual Hamill Award
July 24, 2021
‘Harvestfest’ showcases talented musicians performances
‘Harvestfest’ showcases talented musicians performances
December 18, 2024
The Crucible transports audiences back to seventeenth-century Salem
The Crucible transports audiences back to seventeenth-century Salem
November 13, 2024
Charlotte Pinto works on self portrait for her art major IV class Wednesday, Oct. 23.
Charlotte Pinto’s art brings joy and representation to students and staff
October 31, 2024
Students in AP History pose in their ancient Greek attire, Wednesday, Oct. 23.
AP Art History attracts popularity around school
October 30, 2024
Drag queen Jean Chandler stands before performance Saturday, Sept. 21.
Newton’s own Drag Extravaganza features engaging drag performances and Q&As
October 7, 2024
Administration reflects on new block schedule after four years
Administration reflects on new block schedule after four years
November 12, 2024
North’s 'hidden athletes' excel outside-of-school sports
North’s ‘hidden athletes’ excel outside-of-school sports
November 11, 2024
Senior Stephanie Fraktman paints a mural of musicians in the art wing on Thursday, March 21.
Students weigh commitment to CTE programs
October 28, 2024
The Scarlet Letter, a book that students are no longer required to read.
Evolving English curriculum reflects student diversity, contemporary issues
October 27, 2024
Members of jazz ensemble practice during a-block, Monday, April 8.
New policies aim to curb first-period tardiness
October 26, 2024
(graphic courtesy of Kerry Prasad)
Newton's newly established Indigenous Peoples' Day stirs controversy among Italian American community
December 5, 2020
For Laura's Feature by Joelle
Catalyzing innovation: academic scientists share secrets to success
April 6, 2018
Business program provides opportunities to develop financial knowledge, skills
Business program provides opportunities to develop financial knowledge, skills
December 8, 2017
Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion
Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion
May 8, 2017
Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies
Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies
April 26, 2017
Beals House Executive Assistant Cheryl Stover hands out treats to welcome students back to school following the end of the union strike Monday, Feb. 5.
Students, educators rebuild community after teachers strike
February 22, 2024
Members of Lost and Found gather for group photo on opening night prior to the strike, Thursday, Jan. 18.
Theatre Ink productions rescheduled following teachers’ strike
February 16, 2024
North track previous victory from last years meet, Jan. 22 2023.
Teacher’s strike causes boys’ indoor track to forfeit 27-year win streak
February 5, 2024
South teacher Ryan Normandin delivers a speech announcing the end of the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) strike, Friday, Feb. 2.
Teachers strike ends after 15 days, contract agreement reached
February 2, 2024
Teachers rally at the Education Center on their fifteenth day of strike Friday, Feb. 2.
Teacher contract resolution nearly reached after nightlong bargaining
February 2, 2024
Daisies in the summer.
Why everyone should dabble in photography
October 28, 2024
Union members and supporters hold up a sign condemning Mayor Ruthanne Fuller at the NTA rally Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Guest Column: Students should stand strong in solidarity with striking teachers
January 31, 2024
Disney-fication of 'Star Wars' ruins historic weapon
Disney-fication of ‘Star Wars’ ruins historic weapon
November 3, 2023
Graphic by Jai Khurana
Disability education program cut at schools, valuable resource lost
September 14, 2023
Graphic by Jai Khurana
Lawmakers must prioritize preventing gun violence rather than simply managing it
November 7, 2022
Newton North Map
August 27, 2024
Photos from the METCO graduation ceremony
Photos from the METCO graduation ceremony
June 16, 2022
Photo by Samantha Fredberg.
Tiger Question of the Week: What are some memorable April Fools' Day pranks you have seen or done?
April 1, 2017
Photo by Samantha Fredberg.
Tiger Question of the Week: What are your plans for February vacation?
February 17, 2017
Profile: Jessica Chen
November 30, 2016
Vincenzino received the Career and Technology Education Outstanding Student of the Year Award on Thursday, Feb. 16.
Vincenzino Receives CTE Award for Passion in Early Education and Care
March 3, 2023
A family poses behind the Vietnam booth at Multicultural Night Tuesday, Nov. 15.
Multicultural night showcases rich cultural diversity at North
December 2, 2022
Senior Zoe Kritzer and sophomore Vivian Kritzer organized a hand turkey display leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Kindness club creates display promoting gratitude, thankfulness
November 28, 2022
Pep rally boosts school spirit, community
Pep rally boosts school spirit, community
November 4, 2022
Mini-golf fundraiser to raise money for pediatric cancer patients
Mini-golf fundraiser to raise money for pediatric cancer patients
October 7, 2022
Inclusion specialist Kate Woodford and her two daughters visit the Education Center to attend the union protest Wednesday, Jan. 24.
Number One Strikers: A photographer’s walk through the sixth day of protests
January 29, 2024
Tiger Reads: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Tiger Reads: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
October 30, 2019
Album cover for Florence+The Machine's most recent album, 'High as Hope.' Shot by Tom Beard.
Best songs for Winter and Spring 2019
March 19, 2019
"Bohemian Rhapsody" creates warped legacy of Freddie Mercury, Queen
"Bohemian Rhapsody" creates warped legacy of Freddie Mercury, Queen
December 11, 2018
Cover art for "The Goldfinch" by Carel Fabritius.
"The Goldfinch" combats modern social media usage
December 4, 2018

The Newtonite

The Newtonite
Indoor track teams continue to dominate

Indoor track teams continue to dominate

The Newtonite • February 7, 2017

By Jonathan Cohen For the past couple of years, North has dominated all running seasons, winning a combined 11 league titles since 2010 between the boys and girls teams. However, indoor track is one season...

Girls' track finishes season at All-States meet

Girls' track finishes season at All-States meet

The Newtonite • February 25, 2015

by Adam Rabinowitz Girls’ indoor track, 6-0, finished off its season in the All-State meet at the Reggie Lewis Center February 21. The Tigers did not do as well as they have in past competitions, but...

Girls' track takes first at Division 1 meet

Girls' track takes first at Division 1 meet

The Newtonite • February 13, 2015

by Adam Rabinowitz Avenging their close loss to Cambridge in the Division 1 meet last year, girls’ indoor track, 6-0, came in first place at the Division 1 meet Wednesday, Feb. 11. The Tigers finished...

Girls' indoor track performs well in Conference Championships

Girls' indoor track performs well in Conference Championships

The Newtonite • February 7, 2015

by Adam Rabinowitz Girls’ indoor track, 6-0, competed in the Bay State Conference Championship Wednesday, Feb. 4. Although the meet is not scored, it was a good opportunity for the Tigers to compete...

Girls' indoor track enjoys dominating season, wins State Title

Girls' indoor track enjoys dominating season, wins State Title

The Newtonite • March 2, 2014
Throughout the past 25 years, girls’ indoor track has enjoyed large success statewide . . .

Girls' indoor track undefeated through first five meets

The Newtonite • January 24, 2014
Girls’ indoor track, 5-0, begun the season strongly, according to Coach Joe Tranchita.

Girls' indoor track wins state championship

The Newtonite • February 28, 2013
For the third straight year, members of the girls’ indoor track team became State Champions on Saturday, Feb. 23 at home.

Wraps: Undefeated girls’ track, 6-0, wins league title, State Meet

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012
by Ryan Condon With “one of the best teams in the history of our program,” according to coach Joe Tranchita, girls’ indoor track, 6-0, won the program’s 20th league title in 24 years.
Load More Stories
Donate to The Newtonite