AP testing schedule
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
May 1, 2012
Chemistry: Monday, May 7 – 8 a.m. 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 –... (more...)
North journalists head to State
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
April 26, 2012
It was a first in Belvidere North history when five newspaper students qualified in six events at the Journalism Sectionals held at NIU on April 21. North placed third overall with 48 points. “It was our best finish ever for Belvidere North journalism,” said Mr. Mike Doyle, journalism... (more...)
And the winner is…
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
April 17, 2012
Nick Hengles-Chinn (’12) was crowned the winner of Quill and Scroll’s Annual Mr. Thunder Scholarship Competition on April 14. The runner-up was Frank Golubski (’12) and the Mr. Nice Guy Award went to Reese Hampton (’12). The scholarship money usually given to the winners... (more...)
Grammar Police unite!
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
April 12, 2012
Wait, there’s a difference between their, there and they’re? As a self-proclaimed grammar enthusiast, statements (and, of course Facebook comments) like these make me face-palm on an almost daily basis. I know it sounds dramatic but, I feel that people who have a true passion for correct... (more...)
2011-2012 ACES announced
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
March 16, 2012
Fifteen seniors recieved the honor of being named as ACES or academic champions excelling in school. To be named as an ACES student, seniors must be in the top five percent of their class. The ACES for the 2011-2012 school year are Ainsley Billesbach, Gloria Young, Nathin Clanin, Jackson Murphy,... (more...)
Student snow sculptors place in competition
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 24, 2012
Four North students tried their hands at an ‘uncoventional’ form of art Jan. 26-28 during the Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition. The participants, including Spencer Gedwill (’12), Noelle Nespor (’13), Ryan Helgerson (’12) and Allyce Angel (’13), harnessed... (more...)
From the classroom to the stage
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 23, 2012
Teachers, you see them almost every day of your life. At times they can be your best friend, or your biggest enemy, but could they be on their way to stardom? According to an article published on CNN.com, a good amount of celebrities and historical figures got their starts... (more...)
Weighted grades, a nerd’s dream come true
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 22, 2012
Nerds. Suspender wearing, pocket protector brandishing, equation calculating nerds. Though I personally don’t sport suspenders and broken glasses on a regular basis, I, Mel Nellis, consider myself a nerd. When you think about it, we nerds don’t really ‘demand’ much from the school.... (more...)
North cheerleaders named to Varsity All-Conference Team
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 22, 2012
Six BNHS cheerleaders received Varsity All-Conference honors for the 2012 season. Seniors Lee Baird, Natasha Diehl, Madison Makeever, Alex Stallons and Danielle Weigel were named to the first Varisty All-Conference team with Diehl being named Conference MVP. Senior Kaitlin Brown... (more...)
Will Crocker to run for University of Missouri
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 16, 2012
Will Crocker (’12) signed a National Letter of Intent to run cross country and track for University of Missouri on Feb. 15, 2012.”The campus is top notch and the athletic facilities are among the best in the country,” said Crocker. Crocker was a member of three state championship... (more...)
Illinois State Scholars announced
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 14, 2012
Twenty Belivdere North High School seniors have been recognized as Illinois State Scholars. The winners rank in the top 10 percent of the high school seniors in all 102 counties of Illinois. Selection is based on ACT, SAT and/or Prairie State Achievement Exam scores as well as... (more...)
2011-2012 NIC-10 Winter Scholar Athletes
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 14, 2012
Fifty-five Belvidere North students have been named as NIC-10 Scholar Athletes. A student must be a Varsity athlete with a 3.30 GPA or higher in order to be eligible. The BNHS NIC-10 Scholar Athletes for the 2011-2012 Winter Sports Season are: Alexa Adams, Greg Adkins, Emily Ashens,... (more...)
Austin Smaha commits to NIU
Melissa Nellis, Online Editor in Chief, Copy Editor
February 10, 2012
Austin Smaha (’12) signed a National Letter of Intent to play football for Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Ill on Feb. 1, 2012. Smaha, who was the second-leading rusher in NIC history and holder of the record for average yards per game, will play outside linebacker for NIU,... (more...)