Students spread the Valentine’s Day spirit

Ilene Anders
Reporter

Valentine’s Day traditionally sets the scene for people to get close to one another. Romantic love is celebrated by the giving of flowers, chocolates and greeting cards that have a quirky but cute sayings. Monday, February 14 is the perfect opportunity for NCHS students to wear their hearts on their sleeves, to muster up all their courage and give their hearts to that special someone.

Students participate in principal search focus group

Elizabeth Kilbride
News Editor

A focus group comprised entirely of students met with members of the Search Committee looking for Principal Tony Pavia’s replacement, on Tuesday, January 25, from roughly 1:30 to 2:30 in the Wagner Room. They discussed the qualities they would look for in a principal, what students enjoy about the school, and improvements that could be made to school environment.

Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Emma Hutchins
Opinions Editor

No sleepovers. No choice in extracurriculars. No being “No.2” or below in classes other than gym or drama. Even no bathroom breaks until a certain piano piece is performed perfectly. Western Parenting, meet Amy Chua’s controversial child-rearing memoir, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. Meoowww, is right.