Stories by Tyler Pittman
Minga: Northwest’s New Best Friend
During the advisory lesson on Wednesday, November 15th, Northwest administration released a video introducing the new campus management program, Minga, to staff and students. Looking for some quick clarification on Minga? See the FAQ at the bottom of this article. Minga Basics Minga is intended to keep the Northwest campus…
International Night
Northwest’s International Club will be hosting its annual International Night on May 12th from 5:30 to 8:00 in the Northwest Commons. The event will center around student-run booths representing different cultures. Students can run a booth from their own culture or one they are interested in. These booths will offer…
The Death of a Monarch
On September 8th, 2022, around 12:30 PM CST, the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death broke out around the world and found its way into the halls of Northwest High School. Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96. Her cause of death has not been disclosed, but her…
Elementary Teachers Inspire Seniors
Though Northwest High School seniors are nearly finished with school, many of their Waukee School District elementary teachers still remember their time in grade school. Waukee School District elementary schools are hosting Seniors Come Home parties for the class of 2022 to visit their elementary teachers and friends. Elementary schools…
Students’ Impact on Teachers
Teachers at Northwest High School teach a wide variety of students over time, and each of them leave a unique impact on their educators. Mr. Daubitz, head Vocal Music Director at Northwest, has led many choirs over his five years of teaching. His students have impacted him by refining his…
Coming Out Experiences
Openly LGBTQ+ students at Northwest High School can all relate to one giant hurdle: their coming out experience. Coming out is a monumental event for every LGBTQ+ person. It marks the moment when they are finally able to share an integral part of themselves with those close to them. “[Coming…
National Honor Society
Northwest’s first-ever National Honor Society is a student group that gives seniors the opportunity to serve their community. NHS is made up of service-dedicated seniors at Northwest. Members collaborate on a variety of service projects and volunteering. This year, NHS has gift-wrapped for Single Parent Provision, packed with Meals from…
Encanto Movie Review
On November 24th, 2021, Walt Disney Studios released its 60th animated film, Encanto. This article contains minor spoilers for Disney’s film Encanto. On November 24th, 2021, Walt Disney Studios released its 60th animated film, Encanto. Encanto is set in a village in Colombia where the Madrigal family lives. Every Madrigal…
Highschoolers & Homework
Homework can be a high school student’s most bitter enemy. Are the first generation of students at Northwest High School finding their relationships with homework to be the same? Carly Rau, NWHS sophomore, said yes. Rau explained that extracurricular activities make homework especially difficult. “I have extracurriculars, I help with…