A salute to the Forgotten War

Lauren Stewart
Reporter

On Wednesday, Nov. 10, NCHS played host to the Veterans Day Assembly. The assembly was conducted in honor of the 60th anniversary of the Korean War and the 235th anniversary of the Marine Corps. The Korean War earned the title “the Forgotten War” due to its unpopularity during the 1950’s. However, America’s participation in the Korean War helped South Korea become the prosperous, thriving nation that it is today. “I don’t want it to be the Forgotten War. I want students to remember the sacrifices many Americans made,” Principal Tony Pavia said.

Principal Tony Pavia announces retirement

Today, November 11th, Principal Tony Pavia announced his retirement. He is in his fifteenth year as a principal, and is in his ninth year here. In an email addressed to faculty, he wrote, “I have given this school the very best I have to offer and not unlike an aging athlete, I have decided that it is best to leave while the spring is still in my step.”

The Peter Pan Generation

Emma Hutchins
Opinions Editor

Generation Y. We’re hot, tech-savvy, impatient, globalized, spendthrifts, and we’re also suffering from Peter Pan disorder? Huh? Yes, Wikipedia has recently enlightened me that we’re also called the Peter Pan generation, because just like the characters in J.M. Barrie’s tale, we just don’t seem to want to grow up.

Athlete of the Week- Kevin Macari

Scott O’Brien
Sports Editor

After three touchdowns and 121 total yards against Wilton last week, Kevin jumped to the fourth most overall career TD’s in NCHS history with 17. This past Friday, November 5th, Kevin did not fail to entertain, receiving four touchdowns, including a 71 yard pick six against Greenwich. Kevin is the athlete of the week for his performance against Greenwich on both sides of the ball.