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Renowned columnist Chris Costas chats with journalism students.
Renowned Reporter Chats with Newsroom
November 29, 2023
Exam sheet. Photo illustration purchased from BigStock.com.
Seniors Can Skip AP Exams in Most Subjects
November 20, 2023
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
November 7, 2023
Cartoon illustration of students not knowing where to find their misplaced or stolen belongings.
Reports of Missing or Stolen Items Spike
November 1, 2023
Photo illustration of a teacher and students attempting to comprehend the current state of Israel.
Israel-Hamas War: School Calls for Compassion
October 30, 2023
Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes
Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes
January 5, 2023
Zak Adler 23, who recently recovered from COVID-19, returns to school with a mask on. Masks are more a common sight in the hallways this week.
‘Alive and Well in the Community’: COVID-19 Cases Continue
September 22, 2022
Prices have fluctuated on online shopping sites like Amazon. Photo purchased at BigStock.com
Op-Ed: The Supply Chain Crisis is Not Over
June 3, 2022
School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.
School Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
May 2, 2022
Zak Adler 23 and Alison Rimas 23 walk down a one-way hallway last year, one of many health restrictions we have moved past since the start of the pandemic.
March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation
March 12, 2022
Inappropriate Language Reported in Senior Lounge
Inappropriate Language Reported in Senior Lounge
November 20, 2023
The MBTA passes through the campus of Northeastern University.
More Wait, Less Punctuality
October 13, 2023
Teachers and administrators recently announced the closure of the solarium, after repeated warnings to students to keep the space neat and clean during Upper School lunch.  
Closed: Solarium Left a Mess
May 15, 2023
A display of past yearbooks supplied by the School.
What Happened to Desktop Publishing?
May 11, 2023
The Summer Reading bracket outside the library.
Students to Choose Summer Reading
April 12, 2023
The judicial hammer on the background of Trump.
Op-Ed: Donald Trump Will Spell Disaster for America
November 28, 2023
The official logo of Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Op-Ed: Olympic Baseball is a Home Run
November 28, 2023
The Schools Core Values appear on the wall nearby Dean of Students Paul Murrays office.
Editorial: A Call for Core Values
November 20, 2023
Students participate in the NHSJC Opening Ceremony.
Op-Ed: In the Spotlight at NHSJC
November 17, 2023
Caleb Meranus takes a portrait of himself in front of the School.
Op-Ed: Why Film Remains Relevant in the Digital Age
October 26, 2023
The Schools Core Values appear on the wall nearby Dean of Students Paul Murrays office.
Editorial: A Call for Core Values
November 20, 2023
Editorial: Time for Healing After Racist Incident
Editorial: Time for Healing After Racist Incident
October 6, 2023
Lower School students created a pride flag collage for Pride Month this year.
Editorial: In Support of Northwest High School’s Newspaper
September 23, 2022
Zak Adler 23 and Alison Rimas 23 walk down a one-way hallway last year, one of many health restrictions we have moved past since the start of the pandemic.
March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation
March 12, 2022
Editorial: School Deserves Praise for Community Uplift
Editorial: School Deserves Praise for Community Uplift
December 14, 2021
Temperatures dipped below 10 °F on campus today. Faculty and staff are encouraged to keep windows open to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Comic: It’s Cold Inside
January 11, 2022
Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas
Comic: Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas
December 17, 2021
The U.S. Justice Department recently filed a lawsuit against Texas over curbing voting by mail.
Comic: Justice Dept. Sues Texas Over Voting Restrictions
November 5, 2021
Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?
Comic: Wanna Be My Friend?
November 3, 2021
Comic: Get Your Booster Shot
Comic: Get Your Booster Shot
October 26, 2021
The earth burning due to global warming
Humanity: It’s Time to Wake Up!
October 18, 2023
The Statue of Liberty represents the melting pot of America through immigration. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Immigration Stories at School
September 14, 2023
IMOCA Boats lined up at the dock in Newport, Rhode Island during the stopover for The Ocean Race. Photo Courtesy of Evan Michaeli.
The Ocean Race: Sailing Toward a Greener Future
May 30, 2023
People ride in the underground in Boston, commonly refereed to as the T. The metro Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates heavy-rail, light-rail and bus transit services in the Boston metropolitan area.
Tackling Public Transit in Massachusetts
May 25, 2023
History teacher Ted Barker-Hook engaging with his students. Photo by David Barron.
World History II Explores the Purpose of Education
May 24, 2023
GNN Live: Fall Sports Awards
GNN Live: Fall Sports Awards
November 29, 2023
Insight: Director of College Counseling Lisa Summergrad
Insight: Director of College Counseling Lisa Summergrad
November 28, 2023
Maya Lownie 24 (Agnes) acts out a death scene, before she is resurrected.
Photos: ‘She Kill Monsters’
November 20, 2023
GNN Live: Thanksgiving Assembly
GNN Live: Thanksgiving Assembly
November 15, 2023
Students work in the Math Lab.
Photos of the Week: Oct. 23
November 8, 2023
GNN Live: Fall Sports Awards
GNN Live: Fall Sports Awards
November 29, 2023
GNN Live: Thanksgiving Assembly
GNN Live: Thanksgiving Assembly
November 15, 2023
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
November 7, 2023
Education of Our Educators: Dan Birdsall
Education of Our Educators: Dan Birdsall
October 6, 2023
GNN: Community Takes on New Schedule
GNN: Community Takes on New Schedule
October 4, 2023
Maya Lownie 24 (Agnes) acts out a death scene, before she is resurrected.
Photos: ‘She Kill Monsters’
November 20, 2023
Students work in the Math Lab.
Photos of the Week: Oct. 23
November 8, 2023
The flowers are in bloom at May Hall!
Photos: Week of May 25
May 31, 2023
Madeleine Pogoda, 25, works on her Journalism article.
Photos: Week of May 4
May 18, 2023
Sophia Bruno 23 discusses her schedule with Mr. Szwartz.
Photos: Week of Apr. 3
April 19, 2023
Insight: Director of College Counseling Lisa Summergrad
Insight: Director of College Counseling Lisa Summergrad
November 28, 2023
Series: Senior Spotlight
Series: Senior Spotlight
October 10, 2023
Podcast: Elyse Seltzer
Podcast: Elyse Seltzer
October 5, 2023
In the woods, first-place finisher and league MVP Brian Gamble 23 takes a commanding lead at the 2022 league championships.
Podcast: XC Star Brian Gamble ’23 on Running, School, Life
November 17, 2022
“The middle school gardening club and these awesome radishes we grew.” — Jared Smith
Podcast: (Almost) Anything Goes with Jared Smith
April 11, 2022
The official logo of Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Op-Ed: Olympic Baseball is a Home Run
November 28, 2023
Coach Barker-Hook talks strategy with his runners.
Boys’ XC Shines at NEPSTA
November 27, 2023
Hadley Reardon 28 dribbles past a defender.
Op-Ed: Mandating Sports in School is Essential
November 17, 2023
Basketball going into a net.
Lackluster Execution Sinks NBA Cup
November 15, 2023
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
Tom Nelson Tabbed as New Athletic Director
November 7, 2023
Maya Lownie 24 (Agnes) acts out a death scene, before she is resurrected.
Photos: ‘She Kill Monsters’
November 20, 2023
Students rehearse for the upcoming show.
MS to Perform ‘This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing’
November 20, 2023
Director Bill Jacobs stagecraft crew helps to put together the set for the fall play.
Dragons, Drama, and Discovery: ‘She Kills Monsters’
November 1, 2023
Barbenheimer is Perfect Movie Storm
“Barbenheimer” is Perfect Movie Storm
October 16, 2023
Movie Review: Red, White, and Royal Blue
Movie Review: Red, White, and Royal Blue
September 28, 2023
Old key in a keyhole
Book Review: A Secret History
November 14, 2023
Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
“A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara: A Profound Exploration of Human Existence and Friendship
September 28, 2023
Aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Netflix Docuseries Captures Boston Marathon Manhunt
May 23, 2023
A poster for thee Super Mario Bros. Movie. Photo provided by Wikimedia Commons.
Super Mario Movie Smashes Expectations
April 19, 2023
Album cover courtesy of Apple Records.
Album Review: The Beatles’ ‘Let It Be’
February 23, 2023
Old key in a keyhole
Book Review: A Secret History
November 14, 2023
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
The Swiftie Effect Dominates the NFL
November 14, 2023
Director Bill Jacobs stagecraft crew helps to put together the set for the fall play.
Dragons, Drama, and Discovery: ‘She Kills Monsters’
November 1, 2023
Photo Courtesy of Mckinlee DePaola 25.
The Cows Around Boston
October 31, 2023
Director of Academic Service Karen Bernanke works with Ruby Cohen-Weinberg 24 in the Learning Center.
Spotlight: Karen Bernanke, Director of Academic Services
October 5, 2023
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COVID-19

Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes

Community Reflects on Lasting Pandemic Changes

Brian Gamble, Outgoing Managing Editor • January 5, 2023
Almost one and a half years since hybrid learning, COVID is prompting discussion about the pandemic's lasting changes on the School.
Read Story
Zak Adler 23, who recently recovered from COVID-19, returns to school with a mask on. Masks are more a common sight in the hallways this week.

‘Alive and Well in the Community’: COVID-19 Cases Continue

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • September 22, 2022
Although the uptick has kept some students and teachers at home, School Nurse Beth Escobar stresses that "this does not mean it's rampant."
Read Story
Prices have fluctuated on online shopping sites like Amazon. Photo purchased at BigStock.com

Op-Ed: The Supply Chain Crisis is Not Over

Nicholas Kozhemiakin, Journalist • June 3, 2022
Electronics prices continue to fluctuate, and the pandemic continues to show adverse effects on the economy.
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School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.

School Sees Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • May 2, 2022
Face masks will remain optional, though the CRT urges vigilance. “I think that our community is still very proactive and safe,” School Nurse Beth Escobar said.
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Zak Adler 23 and Alison Rimas 23 walk down a one-way hallway last year, one of many health restrictions we have moved past since the start of the pandemic.

March 12: A Day to Define Our Generation

Gator Editorial Board • March 12, 2022
Two years ago today, students here took their last steps on campus during a “normal” school year. Our world, shaken by COVID-19, has changed us. Now, we can change the world.
Read Story
Photo illustration purchased at BigStock.com

Op-Ed: COVID-19’s Impact on Teenagers is Deeper Than You Think

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • March 12, 2022
From the beginning, I've believed that the pandemic will hit teenagers the hardest. Recent events have confirmed my thoughts.
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In March 2020, customers cleared grocery store shelves as the pandemics supply chain crisis escalated.

Op-Ed: An End to COVID-19’s Consumer Supply Shortages?

Nicholas Kozhemiakin, Journalist • March 3, 2022
For now, we can only wait and watch for the “Not Available” button to become “In Stock.”
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Photo illustration courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

School to Begin Mask-Optional Policy Monday

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • February 25, 2022
“It’s not a ‘rip the mask off,’ but a dial-up, dial down,” Head of School Judith Guild said at a Middle and Upper School meeting earlier this week.
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Poll: 90 Percent of Students Surveyed Support Mask Mandate

Poll: 90 Percent of Students Surveyed Support Mask Mandate

Nico Jaffer, Outgoing Sports Editor • February 18, 2022
Despite announcements of school mask mandates lifting in Massachusetts, the School has not followed suit—and most students polled concur.
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School Nurse Beth Escobar takes care of students and adults alike here. She hands a COVID-19 test to second grade teacher Angela Park.

Q&A: “All Things COVID” With School Nurse Beth Escobar

Marlie Kass, Outgoing Arts Editor • January 28, 2022
In the midst of the Omicron variant's surge, Director of Health Services Beth Escobar is dedicated to keeping the community safe.
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Head of School Judith Guild supervises a science class.

With Omicron Surge, ‘All-Hands-On-Deck’ For Teacher Absences

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • January 21, 2022
After testing positive for COVID-19, several teachers are back to Zoom. Uncommon substitute teachers are stepping in to supervise classrooms.
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Upper School students are required to take rapid tests twice each week. Photo illustration by Edan Zinn

Quarantined Students Face Make-Up Work

Kate Hirschen, Outgoing Culture Editor • January 20, 2022
Without concurrent learning, some students here report worrying that a positive COVID-19 test could affect their academics. 
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