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Article Written by Arianne Goode
Materialism is contagious: it seems to spread like a disease. Today’s society has become one that centers on the materialistic ideals which have arisen over past decades. Most who live in the modern world desire what they do not possess. While one cannot deny that it is a difficult task to restrain from the hold of materialism, it is not entirely impossible.…
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Article Written by Desi Fuelberth
Norfolk High is always known for how elite its boys’ basketball program is. This year is not looking to be any different. With four of the starting players returning to the Varsity team, all of the other teams will be in for a run for their money.
Last year the boys’ varsity basketball team ended the season 17-9. Coming into this season the “Coaches…
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Article Written by Destanee Luetkenhaus
Speech and debate: where only a few of participants are competing for medals.
“It [speech/debate] has a competitive drive with a medal at the end. The only way a participant succeeds is if they try. Competitive speech and debate gives students an opportunity to find their own voices and an avenue to define…
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Article Written by Arianne Goode
Every November, thousands of families across the nation join together to celebrate a single day: Thanksgiving. Though Thanksgiving is cherished by many, some do not know the history, the true beginnings of said holiday. Some may claim that it started with a festival-like gathering amongst the Pilgrims and Indians, which is correct; however, that is generally…
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Article Written By Alexia Cardamone
“If people say girls are not competitive, they clearly have not watched Powder Puff Football,” Lane McCallum, Senior girls Powder Puff coach said.
Trash talk, glitter, and flags sum up Norfolk High School's annual Powder Puff games. On October 16th, the 21st annual Powder Puff games were held by Norfolk High School’s DECA.
The Powder Puff…
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Article Written by Mikaiyah Anderson
How necessary is a college education? Many people are starting to question whether college is really worth the money or the time. According to Institute for College Access & Success, students who have graduated from public and nonprofit colleges in 2013 had an average of 28,400 dollars in student loan debt per borrower.
Student loan debt is just…
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Article Written by Arianne Goode
The fall season has finally arrived, and I could not possibly be any happier. I love all of the changes that come with fall: the air takes on a crisp autumn scent, leaves turn to bright hues of orange and red, pumpkins litter neighborhood doorsteps, and so much more. Fall seems to brighten up our city, as it brings a sense of peacefulness with it each year.…
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Article Written by Desi Fuelberth
Everybody needs a little football in his or her life, right? Well, that's what the students at Norfolk High seem to think! The varsity Panther football team is off to a pretty good start so far this season. The Panther football team, coached by Tom Olson, is so far (4-3).
The boys started out a little rough with a tough loss to the Lincoln East Spartans.…
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Article written by Alannah Goode & Arianne Goode
"This is no longer Norfolk High School; this is no longer the Johnny Carson Theater. This is now the Nebraska Supreme Court." Honorable James G. Kube, Judge of the District Court, 7th Judicial District, opened the Nebraska Supreme Court Oral Arguments at the Norfolk High School (NHS) on Friday, October 7, 2016, after Principal Jake Luhr introduced…
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Article written by Alexia Cardamone
For most athletes running is usually a punishment, but for cross country runners, running is their sport. Cross country runners put in a lot of hard work and time to prepare for their meets.
"We have a week consisted of two more intense hill days and three solid…
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The vision of Norfolk Public Schools is to be a top performing school that provides outstanding educational opportunities for every student and is a source of pride and an asset to our community.
