“Everyone seems to enjoy the fun and games,” said Tory Darling (’13) who has attended the event in the past. 

Of the thousands of people who participate, nearly all seem to enjoy the time spent playing in each event. It’s a great time to get off the couch and be physically active.

Psychology: Monday, May 7 – 12p.m.

Computer Science A: Tuesday, May 8 –8a.m.

Calculus AB/BC: Wednesday, May 9 – 8a.m.

English Lit: Thursday, May 10 – 8a.m.

US History: Friday, May 11 – 8a.m.

Physics B/ Physics C: Monday, May 14 – 12p.m.

US. Gov’t: Tuesday, May 15 – 8a.m.

Statistics: Wednesday, May 16- 12p.m.

The nine seniors that earned their Quill and Scroll cords for graduation were; Ainsley Billesbach, Kelsey Ford, Lauren Geishert, Sierra Lowe, Melissa Nellis, Kaitlynn Ryan, Kelsi Shawd, Hannah Terrinoni, Gloria Young.

Jesse Galvan (’13) was named the Reporter of the Year. Scott Wietrzykowski (’14)was named the Newcomer of the year. Gabby Lay (’13)was named the Editor of the Year. Diana Lopez (’14) was named the Writer of the Year. Hannah Terrinoni was named the Headline Writer of the Year. Abby Diaz (’13) was named the Best Assistant Editor. Karli White (’13) was named Task Master.

Some of the more playful awards were; Tyler Yunk (’13) as Mr.Fix-It, Conor Reilley (’13) as most likely to become Mr. Doyle, Jordan Zickert (’13) as most likely to switch to yearbook, and Devan Glenn (’13) with The What Deadline? Award.

In the Equus, Ainsley Billesbach  was named Editor of the Year. Mallory Makeever was named the Newcomer of the year. Kaitlynn Ryan was named Assistant Editor of the Year. Annie Linkenheld and Emma Gonet (both ’13) were awarded with the Best Team Work Award. Lauren Trottter (’14) was named Helping Hand. Kelly Reilley (’14) was named the Most Involved Staffer.

Many pins and “J” letters were awarded too. Kelsi Shawd received her second pin, and those receiving their first pin were; Kelsey Ford, Gloria Young, Nicole Ragland, Hannah Terrinoni, Tyler Yunk, Melissa Nellis, and Lauren Geishert. Those who received their first “J” letters were; Danielle Harris (’13), Gabby Lay, Sierra Lowe, Conor Reilley, Berenice Alonzo (’13), Kim Seger, Rachel Tripp (’13), Ainsley Billesbach, Kaitlynn Ryan, Keeva Hursh, Brooke Jenkins, Emma Gonet, and Annie Linkenheld.

The Blue Stars of the night were, Kelsey Ford, Ryan Gamble, Mellissa Nellis, Nicole Ragland, Kelsi Shawd, Hannah Terrinoni and Gloria Young.

The positions  for The North View next year are as follows:

Conor Reilley and Danielle Harris are co-editors-in-chief

Tyler Yunk is Managing Editor/Graphics and Head Photographer

Gabby Lay is Managing Editor/Editor-in-chief of the Online edition

As for page editors; Karli White is News Editor, Diana Lopez is Editorial Editor, Scott Wietrzykowski is Features Editor, Ely Trujillo is In-Depth Editor, Abby Diaz is Entertainment Editor, Jesse Galvan is Sports Editor, and Berenice Alonzo is Business Manager.

For the Equus, Rachel Tripp and Kim Seger are the Co-Editors-in-Chief. Keeva Hursh is the Junior editor, and Brooke Jenkins is the assistant junior editor.

Last but not least, Melissa Nellis was awarded the Journalist of the Year.

North brought home three medals from the finals with 3 students placing top six in their events. Hannah Terrinoni (’12) placed fourth in Headline Writing. Gloria Young (’12) and Jesse Galvan (’13) each earned sixth place medals. Young competed in Info-graphics and Galvan competed in Sports Writing.

Other Journalism State Final participants included Pedro Avalos (’12) in Broadcast, David Kozuck (’12) in Editorial Cartooning and Review Writing and Diana Lopez (’14) in Editorial Writing.

When students entered Mr. Geary’s classroom they knew their lesson would be different. When the bell rang, Girod went to the front of the class and introduced himself. Girod grew up in France and has come over for a visit. He was a child during World War II, born in 1935.

“I want to give you an idea of what history was really like,” said Girod.

He started by telling the class about 1943, when France was being bombed and they were preparing for D-Day. Girod remembers going to school and hearing the alarms go off.

“Teachers would rush us down to the basement. We would bring candles in case we lost electricity,” said Girod. “As a child, we had no idea what was going on.”

The first thing Girod remembers about the war was the food. The Germans took all of the food. The shelves in the stores were empty. Each family was given food tickets allowing them only half a pound of meat and a pint of milk a week.

“You had to go in stores when there was food. Then you would fight for a spot in line.”

The second thing he remembered was the cold weather. He lived in the 20th district of Paris North East.

“1941 was a very cold winter in Paris,” Girod said. “I remember coming home with coal and my mother was so happy.”

Another thing Girod remembers about the war was the Jews. Girod’s two best friends when he was 8 years old were Jews. In July of 1942, the French rounded up the Jews in his district.

“I remember asking my mom, ‘Do you think the policemen knew where they were taking the Jews?’” said Girod.

According to Girod, all of the Jews in his class disappeared, and never came back.

Girod’s grandparents lived in Chancia near Jura Mountain, a very peaceful place only 30 miles from Switzerland. When the Germans sent reinforcements they lost three German soldiers so they decided to burn down three villages. The village of Girod’s grandparents was the first to be burned down.

“My grandparents left to the mountains,” said Girod.

Girod also pulled up photos of when he was a kid. He showed the class pictures of the school he went to, the town of Chancia, and his class, which had five missing Jewish students.

“His stories were amazing. I wouldn’t mind listening to them all day,” said Caitlin Wendt (’15).

Mrs. Kelly Kristensen and the members of the honor society recently took part in a book fair fundraiser at Barnes and Noble on April 6. One member of the German Honor Society, Olivia Cacciatore (’13), said, “It was a good way to raise money and have the opportunity to work with kids at the same time.”

Members  have also been selling lollipops as a part of their fundraising, and it seems to be going well so far. The German Honor Society is looking to end the year strong and continue to grow in years to come.

The girls placed second overall with the 4×400 getting a first place. The team also traveled to Boylan the following day and placed second at the NIC 4 Invite. The 4×400 won and Carley Lutzow (‘15) won the 2 mile. Kim Seger (‘13) also placed fourth in the open 800.