Dear Northwest students, faculty, & friends, Welcome back from what was hopefully a restful break, and happy new year! We are honored to present you with this brand new edition the Publishing Haus, complete with all new articles to brighten your dark, chilly winter day. Now that we are deep into the dreary winter months, …
Claire B., Senior Capricorn – Dec 22 – Jan 20 First of all, happy birthday! Things have probably been going great for you lately! Think about yourself this month. Use the positivity and assertiveness the season is bringing you to start putting the pieces of your future life in place. When things go sour, take …
Tula H., Junior Have you ever been surprised by your grade at the end of the trimester? Have you forgotten a missed assignment or misjudged its effect on your final grade in the class? These problems have one clear solution: Northwest School students need continual access to their grades in all classes. This may sound …
Gray D., Senior Ever since the Bill of Rights was ratified and introduced into the constitution, the first amendment has granted citizens the rights to the freedom of speech and of the press, peaceably assemble, and petition the government for redress of grievances. These basic human rights are what enable U.S citizens to have a …
Scarlett D., Senior This past fall there was new addition to the Northwest School Math department, algebra 2 and calculus teacher, Chris Talone. Born and raised in Southern California, Chris moved from his home state for the first time to Seattle last July, and started working at the Northwest school immediately after. Being his 28th …
Ella F., Junior Over the past couple of years, the farm & garden here at school has transformed dramatically. Where there was once an empty lot, there is now a colorful array of plants and crops, and a beautifully painted mural. The garden is not just some pretty scenery: the fruits and vegetables grown are …
Cooper M., Freshman With the beginning of the second Trimester, a new and intriguing interest group has captured the attention of many; an investment group, that will be taking part in a competition that invests fake money into the real stock market. The group will be using “Portfolios with a Purpose” an online program that …
Seeah L., Junior Rumors of “the big earthquake” – a catastrophe destined to decimate life on the western seaboard – has circulated mainstream media for the past couple of years. For many, the notion of this drastic event sparks overwhelming foreboding. Is this widespread fear rational? Is our local Seattle community prepared for the desolation …
Eliza W., Freshman You have probably seen them practicing in 401, these hard working and diligent girls dribbling down the court. But have you ever wondered what it is like to be on the team? These girls are poised on the court, but we know little about what goes into their games and what life …
Ella A., Sophomore Urban float is a company started in 2011 that has invented a new way for people to relax, that they call “floating.” Floating is basically lying in a small pod full of warm water with lots and lots of salt in it. The salt prevents you from sinking and makes it super …
Tula H., Junior Let’s face it. You probably know someone who only drinks La Croix. Maybe you’ve seen them opening a can covertly in class, or gushing over their favorite flavor, pamplemousse, which means “grapefruit” in French (if they haven’t already told you). They aren’t alone in their obsession—thanks to the recent popularity of the …