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Kate Howard
News Editor
Ten years ago tomorrow, America was attacked by nineteen al-Qaeda terrorists on a beautiful September morning. The tenth anniversary of 9/11 serves as a reminder of how our nation has bound together in times of tragedy and the day that forever changed history. To pay tribute to the victims of September 11, several seniors have organized their own projects.
Kelly Saiz
Editor-in-Chief
Due to Hurricane Irene complications and school cancellations, the senior picnic, originally scheduled to take place on Monday, August 30th was delayed until the following day. The Student Coalition sold senior t-shirts for $5 in front of NCHS at 11 am. In accordance to tradition, members of the class of 2012 gathered later in the high school parking lot to paint car windows. Assistant Principal Ari Rothman attended the event while NCPD officials were busy assisting the town-wide clean up.
Kate Howard and Lily Kazemi
News Editors
On Saturday, August 27, Hurricane Irene hit Connecticut, causing one of the greatest power outages the state has ever seen. According to the New York Post, the storm, which started in Puerto Rico almost a week before it hit here, left nearly 6.7 million people in thirteen states without power. The power of New Canaan residents was promised to be restored by Tuesday night.
Lily Kazemi
News Editor
The first day of school is always a challenge, whether you’re finding where your new classes, attempting to memorize your new schedule down, or meeting your new and mysterious teachers. Now, however, they don’t have to be so mysterious; keep on reading for inside interviews with the staff’s newest members!
Danielle Sorcher & Kate Howard
Special Reports Director & News Editor
As summer ends and the 2011-2012 year rolls around, school starts with new leadership under Principal Bryan Luizzi, the successor of Principal Tony Pavia. Previously the 5-year Principal of Brookefield High School, Dr. Luizzi aims to become an active participant in the NCHS community.
