Avery Young opened up the course catalogue to schedule classes for her upcoming freshman year. Like most middle school students, she had been looking forward to the new classes, new teachers and new opportunities that mark the beginning of her high school journey. Young was eager to explore everything NHS had to offer, but when she started examining the course catalogue, she was blindsided by an unexpected...

Middle school students are constantly looking forward to the freedom of choice that high school has to offer. Instead of being forced to take the same, standard courses as their classmates, they are excited about choosing classes that pique their interests and explore their passions. However, with the recent diploma changes that the state of Indiana has implemented for the class of 2029 and beyond,...

A cold winter chill falls over the city as flurries of drifting snow float throughout the air and land on the frosted grass. The scene is almost picturesque, like in a movie, though it’s not. It’s called the “most wonderful time of the year,” but students are wondering if they’ll survive the impending doom of finals. The stress of finals comes naturally but shouldn’t be overwhelming....

For senior CC Quigley, game days aren’t just about tip-off . They’re an intricate rhythm, routine, and ritual that she has spent the last four years refining. From early-morning alarms to late-night homework, Quigley's schedule is packed. And as a forward for the Miller girls varsity basketball team, each second of her day counts. The alarm clock blares, and Quigley begins her day bright and...