Shedding light on student trends and culture at the high school.
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.
Kate Howard
Reporter
While most morning bus rides consist of students half-asleep finishing breakfast, listening to iPods, or rushing to complete last night’s math assignment, those sitting in the back of Bus 13 are waiting to make the turn at Darien’s Barringer Road. The bus riders are preparing to swap their latest note with Darien High School (DHS) sophomores Spencer Dean and Andrew Fletcher.
Sara Levine
Reporter
Have you ever stepped into the school and let your eyes wash over your surroundings, focusing on more then just the buzz of the students? You walk in and are immediately hit with school spirit. Red and black are on the walls, tiled on the floor, and painted on the lockers. The sun is highlighting the word ‘SENIORS’ written in car paint on the glass-paned wall that’s spreading across the length of the cafeteria. Now go back to the spiral staircase, a popular gathering place for students. Some of the students are drawn in by the huge skylight above, glowing from the third floor to the first.
Jackie Ouellette
Reporter
Set aside the stress of preparing for holiday festivities, because shopping for the perfect gifts is tough. From parents to friends to a Secret Santa grab, finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list is hard. However, there’s no need to worry this season, there is a present for everyone.
Gabrielle Ames
Reporter
In 1621, the pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving, expressing their gratitude through celebration for their new homes, their bountiful harvest, and the peace with their native neighbors. The first Thanksgiving was characterized by games, competition, music and food.
