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The Warrior Wire
All content by Dennis Racket
The group of brothers embrace before the last home game of the season.

A Band of Brothers: Warriors Basketball is Filled with Family

Contributing Writer, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024
Next Generation: Sophomore Scottie Brown has quickly emerged as a new running power on the Warrior girls cross country team.

[Photo] Scottie Brown: Stellar Sophomore Strides for Success 

Rigsby Gullett, Staff Writer
October 26, 2023
Go Fight Win: The North Atlanta cheerleaders proudly perform their polished routine to kick off the first game of the season.

[Photo] Bring It On: Cheerleaders Show off Their New Tricks

Taylor So, Staff Writer
September 22, 2023
Musically Inclined: Senior Johnny Benson shows off his studio setup.

[Photo] Johnny Benson: The Music Man

Cate Shaughnessy, Staff Writer
August 18, 2023
The Dubs were all smiles on their trip to Japan this summer with the Worldly Warriors.

[Photo] Worldly Warriors: Vacation Dub’s Style

Bradley Koontz, Staff Writer
August 17, 2023
Long Nights, No Rest: Sophomore Journalism 2 student Charlie Stovin is begging his teachers to let up on what he terms as massive amounts of homework.

[Photo] Sleepless Nights: The Never-Ending Story of Endless Homework

Charlie Stovin, Contributing Writer
November 7, 2022
More Time Needed: Sophomore Journalism 2 student Jordan Tremmel is promoting more time between classes so students in the city’s biggest high school don’t have to stress so much to get to class on time.

[Photo] Stair Masters: Students Get Daily Workouts Dashing to Class

Jordan Tremmel, Contributing Writer
November 4, 2022
Eco Friendly? Sophomore Journalism 2 student Kristen Duncan asserts that the city’s biggest high school has to do a better job in with recycling.

[Photo] NAHS Refusal to Reduce, Reuse, Recycle?

Kristen Duncan, Contributing Writer
November 4, 2022
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[Photo] The Fall of The Vending Machine Empire and The Rise of Capitalism

Kensington Eden, Contributing Writer
November 1, 2022
More Respect: Sophomore Journalism 2 student Katherine Hoover said teacher-student relations would flourish more at North with more of an equal footing between the two camps.

[Photo] Dear Teachers: Does Age or Title Determine or Demand Respect?

Katherine Hoover, Contributing Writer
October 31, 2022
Teaching Tales: Sophomore Journalism 2 student Jackson Lerner stresses the reality that teachers can make or break a student’s learning experience – and even the capturing of a subject’s content.

[Photo] Teacher Stories: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Jackson Lerner, Contributing Writer
October 31, 2022
Junior Journalism 2 student Shelby Terry is one among many who chews fast at lunch – because she feels the lunch period is too short!

[Photo] You Thought You Ate: School Lunch Is Too Short!  

Shelby Terry, Contributing Writer
October 28, 2022
Sophomore Journalism 2 student Ryan Rucker has something at school that's bugging him -- North Atlanta's ubiquitous fruit flies!

[Photo] Fruit Flies! Fruit Flies!: Get Out of My Hair!

Ryan Rucker, Contributing Writer
October 28, 2022
Journalism 2 Junior Riley Newton describes the crowded gauntlet that North Atlanta students must run to get back to class after lunch.

[Photo] Enter The Mosh Pit: Post-Lunch Pandemonium

Riley Newton, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2022
Junior Journalism 2 student Martha Crisp is calling for a moratorium on overt displays of affection in the hallways of North Atlanta.

[Photo] “The Bachelorette”: North Atlanta Style

Martha Crisp, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2022
Journalism 2 student Lydia Dukes, a junior, examines the merits -- and the demerits -- associated with morning bag checks.

[Photo] Morning Bag Checks: Beneficial or Overly-Invasive?

Lydia Dukes, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2022
Forever Friends: Journalism instructor Jack Stenger shared a moment at a retirement event in May in honor of longtime school attendance clerk Kyra Jackson. “No matter what you needed, Ms. Jackson always had the answer. But there’s this as well: She was ready for sage advice or a ready word of encouragement in all circumstances. You could not help but walk away from Ms. Jackson in a better mood or a better frame of mind. She will be greatly missed.” – Jack Stenger

[Photo] An Icon Moves On: Longtime School Attendance Kyra Jackson Retires After 40 In-District Years of Service

Jack Stenger, Faculty Adviser
June 22, 2022
Time Suck: Tick Tock … TikTok: The Dubs debate whether social media is a miracle for communication or a time-wasting disaster.

Farewell for Now, Euphoria: HBO Max's hit series 'Euphoria' previously aired the final episode of the show until the new season comes out in 2024. While the second season was full of drama and excitement, the Dubs were ultimately left disappointed by the season finale.

[Photo] HBO’s Euphoria: That Last Ep Was NOT Euphoric

Alexis Lubow and Maddox Wade
April 18, 2022
Final Farewell: Our beloved senior Dubs concluded their epic theater career at North Atlanta with the recent production of ‘Chicago! the Musical’. While we'll miss their captivating stage presence at the mighty 11 stories, we know this cohort will go on to do great things. Break a leg!

[Photo] And The Crowd Goes Wild: Seniors Bid Farewell To Chicago!

Alexis Lubow, Staff Writer
April 18, 2022
STEM Showcase: Freshman Ella Sipe stands impressively in front of her State-qualifying Science Fair Project.

[Photo] Freshman on Fire: Inside the Life of Dedicated Dub Ella Sipe

Ella Kaufman, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
Dual Dubs: Atlanta Public School's upcoming language "Dual Immersion" program is projected to improve linguistics and college acceptances at North Atlanta.

[Photo] The Duality Of Language: Dual Immersion Soon Coming to NAHS

Alexis Lubow, Staff Writer
April 14, 2022
The Dubs Sure to Buzz! North Atlanta saw a great number of its senior class admitted to Georgia Tech.

[Photo] Buzz Bound: A Crowd of North Seniors Accepted To Georgia Tech

April 20, 2022
Cause for Consideration: While North Atlanta as a whole has great diversity, the IB and AP programs are lacking in terms of representation of a large portion of the student population.

[Photo] AP and IB: High Level Learning Lacks Diversity

Alexis Lubow, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
About Abortion: The Texas government has passed a law that bans abortions 6 weeks past the women's last menstrual cycle.

[Photo] One Step Forward, Three Steps Back: Abortion Laws Sprinting Ahead

Alexis Lubow, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
Sophomore Showcase: The MYP Project is a significant project for sophomore students looking to continue in the IB program in their 11th and 12th grade years. However, recently, there have been major changes made to the nature of the Personal Project, so dedicated Dubs are working hard to adapt.

[Photo] Then And Now: How the Process of the Personal Project Has Changed

Catherine Townsend, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
Hop On and Play: Staff Writer Chase Robinson details his top three video game releases of 2021, including “Metroid Dread," “It Takes Two," and “Nier Replicant ver.1.22474487139…”

[Photo] Video Games for the Win (and Dubs): The Top Three Releases of 2021

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
March 3, 2022
Granot's Greatness: Sophomore Olivia Granot recently competed in States for her excellent diving.

[Photo] Diving into Excellence: Olivia Granot Competes in States

Catherine Townsend, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
The Men in Gray Suits (Or Sweatpants): Dubs have begun dressing out in gray from head-to-toe on Fridays and other designated days. The trend originated on TikTok and now thrives in North Atlanta's halls.

[Photo] The Groutfit Phenomenon: Gray is the New Black

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
February 23, 2022
Spread the Love: Juniors Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards give their do's and don'ts on Valentines Day gift-giving.

[Photo] Valentine’s Day Essentials: The Gifts That Have Our Heart This Year

Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards
February 14, 2022
Shopping Struggles: Despite the magical night being months away, Dubs have already begun searching for the perfect Prom dress. Carly Martin outlines the stressors and difficulties of finding a dress worthy of such a special ocassion.

[Photo] Prom Dress Problems: Warriors Feel the Stress of Prom Preparations

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
February 8, 2022
Turning L's into Dubs: Despite occasionally losing, the NAHS football team finds a way to use the loss as opportunity for improvement and team-building.

The End of an Era: After nearly a decade of airing, the beloved anime show Attack on Titan is coming to an end. Avid fans of the series online and within the NAHS populace are feeling both excited about discovering the conclusion and disappointed that the show is finally at its end.

[Photo] Attack on Titan: After a Decade on Air, the Legendary Show Nears Its End

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
February 8, 2022
Dubs n' Dawgs: Juniors John Gregory and James O’Byrne among other Warriors migrate from Northside Pwky. to Athens to show their support for the Dawgs following UGA's win in the 2021-22 National Championships.

[Photo] The Dubs Love the Dawgs: Students Celebrate Incredible National Championship Win

Tanner Adams, Staff Writer
February 4, 2022
Snowmiser vs. Heatmiser: Dubs give their input regarding whether they prefer the cold winter months or the humid summer days.

[Photo] Some Like It Hot (or Cold): What Weather Do the Warriors Prefer?

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
January 25, 2022
Dubs Decide: With the recent release of “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, Warriors join in on the debate regarding who is the preeminent Peter Parker.

[Photo] Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man: Who Plays The Perfect Peter Parker?

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
January 21, 2022
School Safety: The Viral Solutions team works overtime as APS implements new district policies to mitigate rising COVID-19 cases.

America's "Golden Girl": Betty White's legacy lives on through her forever beloved work and spirit.

Binge Mode: Despite mountains of schoolwork, Dubs are finding time to watch the multitude of shows recently added to Netflix. The streaming platform has increased its variety of shows to draw in broader audiences, and the Warriors are thrilled.

[Photo] Warriors Watch as Netflix Expands Its Horizons With New Shows and Increased Variety

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
January 12, 2022
Still Over It: Atlanta native Summer Walker just released her second album. Warriors who are fans of Walker give their opinion on the artist's latest addition to her discography.

[Photo] “Still over It” (or Not?): What’s Our Take on Summer Walker’s New Album

Regan Murray, Staff Writer
January 10, 2022
That's a Wrap!: Dubs enjoy reminiscing on the past year with Spotify Wrapped, a look back at their top tunes and artists.

[Photo] Spotify Wrapped: The Best Gift to Open This Year

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
January 6, 2022
Hitting the Slopes (or stands): Juniors Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards pose in their Ski theme attire at a Dubs game. The duo elaborates on this theme and more in this comprehensive ranking of all the best football themes.

[Photo] Battle of the Themes: Which One Will Come Out on Top?

Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards
January 4, 2022
Novel NFTs: North Atlanta students give their two cents (or tokens) on the newest Internet phenomenon: Non-fungible tokens.

[Photo] News on NFTs: Here are Warriors’ Takes on the Newly Emerging NFTs

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
December 13, 2021
Priscilla in Portugal: Former Warrior Priscilla Wallace details her experience at her new home and school in Portugal.

[Photo] (Past) Student Feature: Priscilla in Portugal

Alexis Lubow, Staff Writer
December 3, 2021
Engineered to Win: North Atlanta's Robotics Team is never short of innovation and inspiration. On the first floor, tech savvy Dubs can be found building marvelous robots and machines. Join the Robolution!

[Photo] The Machine Goes Up to 11 (Stories): The Marvelous North Atlanta Robotics Club

Chase Robinson, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
Debating Dubs: Senior Emani Stanton has conquered debate and won first place at the Harvard International Debate Competition. She is a role model to all, showing that hard work and dedication can lead to great things.

[Photo] Warrior Emani Stanton Takes Dubs at Harvard Debate Competition

Caroline Feagin, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
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[Photo] Senior Jayda Changar Dances Her Way to the Top

Chelsey Hodge, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021
Dedicated Dubs: Junior Warriors are working overtime (literally) to keep up with their workload, after school jobs, and extracurriculars. Pictured above is Mia Alarcon playing hard at her after-school softball game before going home to complete mountains of schoolwork.

[Photo] Overworked Warriors: How IB Students are Jugglings Assignments, Jobs, and Extracurriculars

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Dancing Dubs: Yakov Vinnik, a sophomore, has won the prestigious National Champion of the United States title for ballroom dancing.

[Photo] Shall We Dance? Sophomore Champion Ballroom Dancer Yakov Vinnik Takes Question to a Whole New Level

Rollins Hamrick, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
Student Shutterbugs: Poparazzi is the new app that's capturing the 11 stories. At any moment, students can be "popped" and posted like a true Dubs celebrity.

[Photo] You’ve Been Popped!: Poparazzi App Captures Life at North Atlanta

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
October 1, 2021
Cupcake Craze: 2048 is a computer game that is taking over the 11 stories by storm. During class, instead of aiming for high grades, students are looking to win the game and achieve the coveted white chocolate peppermint cupcake.

[Photo] 2048 Takeover: The Computer Game That Has Dubs Mesmerized

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
September 12, 2021
Twins’ Trials and Triumphs: Pictured above are juniors (and twins) Chance and Brett McPherson who provide insight into what it’s like to journey through high school with a constant counterpart.

[Photo] Built-in Buddy or Tiresome Twin?: Twin Dubs Highlight the Ups and Downs of Experiencing School Together

Ella Kaufman, Staff Writer
September 7, 2021
Exchanging Views: Junior exchange student Ebba Sjoberg has exchanged her secondary-level “gymnasium” in her home country of Sweden for North Atlanta High School, Atlanta’s largest high school.

[Photo] International Warrior: Ebba Sjoberg‘s High School Journey from Sweden to America  

Trinitii Baggett, Staff Writer
August 30, 2021
The Warrior Band and Orchestra gear up to deliver long-awaited Holiday performance

Tenacious Play: Sophomore defender Michael Garcia is tenacious at all times on the pitch. Here the skilled wingback makes a play for the ball in action against Northside in first-round playoff action.

Soccer Teams Make Bold First-Round Statements With Mercy-Rule Wins 

Dennis Racket, Staff Writer
April 28, 2021
Senior Stay Home: For seniors like Matt Love, staying in a virtual format seems like the best way to close out senior year. Many others seniors have also made this decision to "wave the white flag" on their far from normal last year of high school.

[Photo] Seniors Stay Home: Class of ‘21 Opts Out of In-Person Studies

Bella Rocchio, Staff Writer
January 26, 2021
Cause for Concern: Due to the rise in crime around Lenox Mall lately, many Dubs are feeling timid to visit the once thriving shopping center. A staple of Buckhead and the city of Atlanta, Lenox Mall has implemented many new safety procedures to help secure this area in the future.

[Photo] Sketchy Shopping: Increase in Crime at Lenox Mall Creates Community Concerns

Ava Tomlin, Staff Writer
January 19, 2021
Fries Frenzy: Shown above are sophomore staff writers Caroline Edwards and Tanner Adams enjoying their variety of french fries that were vital to this investigation.

[Photo] French Fry Feats: The Best of Fast Food Go Head to Head

Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards
January 14, 2021
Jumping the Hurdles: The NAHS track team is excited and eager to start their 2021 season despite changes made due to Covid-19. Shown above are freshman Tori Sadler, freshman Zoey Skye, Head Coach Bryce Doe, junior Olivia Campbell, sophomore Mallory Jackson, and sophomore Jordan Barnes.

[Photo] Track and Field Team Runs Past Obstacles of 2021 In New Season

Se'Lah Robinson, Staff Writer
January 14, 2021
Taylor Swift Fever: Shown above from left to right are sophomore staff writers Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards making the tough choices of ranking Taylor Swift's best songs on her new album.

[Photo] Excuse Us While We Listen to Taylor Swift’s New Album For- ‘Evermore’

Tanner Adams and Caroline Edwards
January 14, 2021
Devoted Dubs: Shown above from left to right are seniors Virginia Moses and Nora Rosenfeld. They both made the choice to apply early decision and are attending their respective #1 school next fall.

[Photo] Big Decisions: Devoted Dubs Opt to Apply Early Decision

Kate Davis, Staff Writer
January 14, 2021
In or Out: The future of Facebook is debated by many young people today. While some find it outdated, many people all around the world, and in the Dub community, still value this iconic social media platform. Shown above is junior Mady Mertens.

[Photo] Facebook: Old and Done or Immune to the Passage of Time?

Tanner Adams, Staff Writer
January 6, 2021
Spreading Positivity: Shown above from left to right are dedicated seniors Anna Beth Bradley and Avi Hunter. Through socially distant auctions on items such as the student art pictured in the photo, New Day aims to provide funds for mental health awareness projects in the community. New Day is a private, student-led organization that is independent from North Atlanta High School.

[Photo] Supporting Bright Tomorrows: New Day Fundraiser Ushers in Support for NAHS Hope Squad

Ava Tomlin, Staff Writer
January 6, 2021
Acing the ACT: Junior Anna Greer studies for her upcoming SAT and ACT tests.

[Photo] Is Taking College Exams Worth It?

Melanie Gomez, Staff Writer
January 8, 2021
Feasting on Flapjacks: Senior Bella Rocchio waits tables and racks up tips at the recently opened Original Pancake House on Peachtree Rd.

[Photo] Coach Tara Minnax: The Heart and Soul of NAHS Girls Soccer

Kate Davis, Staff Writer
January 6, 2021
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Sophomores Lena Hoover and Sophia Haines team up with friends to advocate for environmental change.

[Photo] Environmental Activism Reigns Supreme: NAHS Students Go Green

Lyric Hoover, Staff Writer
December 27, 2020
Medical Mystery: Sophomore Caroline Edwards found the latest season of Grey's Anatomy to be missing its old medical allure.

[Photo] Grey’s Anatomy Season 17: Where It All Went Wrong

Caroline Edwards, Staff Writer
December 30, 2020
Skate or Flop: Is Atlantic Station's "Skate the Station" worth the money for a crowded experience? Shown above are sophomores Se'Lah Robinson, Adanna Majekodunmi, and Sia Nair.

[Photo] Uh-Oh: Why Skating the Station Might Not Be the Best Option This Winter

Se'Lah Robinson, Staff Writer
December 18, 2020
Testing Success: Sophomores recently underwent mock PSAT testing through the Apple Ruth Test Prep/Tutoring Services. This helpful practice provided all North Atlanta 10th graders with realistic preparation for future exams in their academic careers.

[Photo] Sophomores Prepare for the Future with Applerouth Mock PSAT

Se'Lah Robinson, Staff Writer
December 21, 2020
Bachelorette or Bust: This year's season of The Bachelorette is unlike any other. Hear sophomore staff writer Tanner Adam's take on this popular reality show.

[Photo] Can I Steal You For a Sec? This Season of the “Bachelorette” is Airing

Tanner Adams, Staff Writer
December 18, 2020
Educator of Excellence: Shown above is English-Language Arts teacher D’Andra McPhail. McPhail is dedicated to the success of his students and embodies what it means to be apart of the Dubs community.

[Photo] All In: ELA Teacher D’Andra McPhail Seeks The Best For His Students

Bella Rocchio, Staff Writer
December 14, 2020
Making a Splash: Shown above from left to right are dive team captains junior Ava Granot, senior Eve Smith, and senior Henry Berman. This cohort is ready to lead their team amidst their unusual, yet exciting season.

[Photo] Diving Dubs: Dive Team Captains Lead Team Through Rough Waters of Pandemic

Kate Davis, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
Netflix Blues: Many Dubs, and Netflix bingers across the nation, are disappointed to hear of the departure of some of their favorite shows from the streaming platform. Shown above is junior Grant Hawkins showing his distaste for the situation.

[Photo] News on Netflix: Warriors Weep as Their Favorite Films and Shows Disappear from Streaming Platform

Ava Tomlin, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
Update Gone Wrong? Many social media users are outraged by the change in layout to the iconic Instagram app. Now featuring a shopping page and Reels, time will only tell if this new normal truly catches on.

[Photo] A Possible Turn for the Worst: Instagram’s Layout Change Receives Significant Backlash

Se'Lah Robinson, Staff Writer
December 11, 2020
Riding in Style: Junior Skylar Huckabee went all out in modifying her 4-runner.

[Photo] The Dubs Indulge in Car Craze

Rollins Hamrick, Staff Writer
December 9, 2020
Winning Wednesdays: Sophomore Olivia Roth is shown above giving praise to asynchronous learning. Without Zoom school, students have more time to themselves and can complete their assignments at their own pace.

Kindness and Gratitude: Junior Dakota Fields hopes to spread her message of kindness to her peers

[Photo] Junior Dakota Fields Steps into the Harvard Spotlight

Zoe Hall, Staff Writer
December 10, 2020
Science Prodigies: Some of the North Atlanta Science National Honors Society members can be seen being sworn in in the image above. The leadership team is excited to create many important meetings even over their virtual format this year.

[Photo] Science National Honors Society: Experimenting with Virtual Format

Kate Davis, Staff Writer
December 1, 2020
Devoted Dub: Sophomore Colleen Blasick stands out as a star student and an amazing member of the North Atlanta community!

[Photo] Wise Warrior Alert: Sophomore Colleen Blasick Smiles Her Way Through 2020

Se'Lah Robinson, Staff Writer
November 25, 2020
Don't Hate, Debate: Warrior debaters adapt and persevere through new competition formatting.

[Photo] Discussing Debate: North Atlanta Students Debate Over Zoom

Lyric Hoover, Staff Writer
November 20, 2020
Red or Blue?: Sophomore Grady Bartlett is overwhelmed with political opinions on his social media feeds.

[Photo] Diplomatic Dubs: How Politics Have Taken Over Social Media

Caroline Edwards, Staff Writer
November 20, 2020
Burger Boys: After the hard work of ranking best hamburger patty toppers, Wire sportswriters Jack “Kick” Moriarty and Bo “Ace” Underwood gobble up a delightful and game-changing patty from the Peachtree Road McDonald’s location.

[Photo] Patty Priorities: Wire Sports Team Ranks Best Burger Toppings 

Jack Moriarty and Bo Underwood, Sportswriters
November 19, 2020
Valued Voters: The run-off election for the US Senate seats will allow many new voters to register. Those that were not old enough to vote in the November election can have the chance to vote for the first time if they turn 18 before January 5. The candidates running shown from left to right are Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff, David Perdue, and Kelly Loeffler.

[Photo] Georgia Senator Run-Off Election Allows for New Voters

Kate Davis, Staff Writer
November 16, 2020
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