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The Warrior Wire

Mady Mertens

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As the much anticipated Powderpuff game nears, the competition heats up, and the grade to grade rivalry grows greater than ever. Which grade will beat out the others, and obtain the ultimate victory?

[Photo] Powderpuff Preview: What’s to Come from the Annual Football Rivalry?

Katie Conner, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
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[Photo] Tyree Myles: Front-Line Fighter

Hugh Breeden, Staff Writer
September 16, 2022
Beloved Leader: Meredith Kaltman has had a storied and lengthy career within Atlanta Public Schools in roles ranging from teacher, IT specialist and administrator. She has been at North Atlanta since 2013, most recently serving as the school’s indispensable school business manager.

[Photo] NAHS Bids Farewell to Business Administrator Meredith Kaltman

Elizabeth Ackerman, Staff Writer
May 18, 2022
Superstar Student: Junior Shalom Montgomery embodies the determined and motivated spirit of the Warriors, excelling in North Atlanta's IB program, sports teams, and extracurriculars.

[Photo] Shalom Montgomery: The Dedicated Dub Blueprint

Carly Martin, Staff Writer
March 7, 2022
Dialed In: Captain Brent Shannon (pictured) and the Dubs are ready for another shot at history this season.

[Photo] Dubs Soccer 2022: Reigning Regional Champs Have Their Eyes Set on History

Henry Peck, Staff Writer
February 2, 2022
Senior Spirit: In their last year as Warriors, seniors have been showing their school spirit at football games, knowing it's their last year to make memories.

[Photo] Time Flies: Senioritis Spreading Among the Class of 2022

Regan Murray, Staff Writer
November 22, 2021
Mighty Marching Warriors: For North Atlanta's band, a shortage in numbers does not correlate to a shortage in spirit.

[Photo] Marching Warriors Find Strength in Spirit, But Not in Numbers

Regan Murray, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
Dedicated Dub: Senior captain Margaux Wade finishes strong high school volleyball career after playing in state playoffs

[Photo] North Atlanta Volleyball Legend: Margaux Wade

Carl Alexander, Staff Writer
November 1, 2021
Locked in: Avery Horton looks to lead the Warriors on one last playoff ride as a Volleyball Dubs senior captain

[Photo] NAHS Senior Avery Horton is Taking her Volleyball Team on One Final Run

Trey Gregson, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Football Coach James Aull, now in his second year as the Warrior head coach, has extensive head coaching experience at different stops along the way in an accomplished career.

[Photo] The Man Behind the Mighty Football Warriors: Coach James Aull

Madison Lawson, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
A Dub for the Dubs on Homecoming Weekend

[Photo] Football Dubs Tame the Wildcats in a Dominant Defensive Showing on Homecoming Night

Henry Peck, Staff Writer
September 17, 2021
Welcome Back Warriors: The Dubs show out in full luau attire to demonstrate their support at the first football game to have a student section in nearly two years. The Warriors took home the dub, winning the opening-season game 10-7 against Wheeler High School.

[Photo] Back and Better Than Ever: The Dubs Make a Glorious Return to Grady Stadium

Tanner Adams, Staff Writer
September 10, 2021
A Cousin Remembered: Junior Evelyn Iwanicki and sophomore Tanner Adams hold a photo of their cousin Madeline Adams who died in 1992 at age 24, long before the current North Atlanta students were born. To honor the memory of their relative who died after a fight against blood cancer, the first cousins spearheaded a fund-raising campaign for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and in the process raised more than $100,000 to fight the disease that took their relative’s life.

Blood Ties: North Atlanta Students Raise Funds to Honor A Departed Cousin

Mady Mertens, Staff Photographer
April 12, 2021
Senior Armari Hodges takes the field as Game Captain overseeing the coin toss. A two-year starter and three-year varsity player, Hodges says he just feels blessed to be on the field during this time of COVID, “I feel honored to represent my team, and it touches my heart that my coaches and teammates trust me. That’s what it’s all about.”

Photo Essay: Wire Staff Photographer Captures Westlake Game – Featuring Fans!

Mady Mertens, Staff Photographer
November 13, 2020
Supportive Seniors: Shown above from left to right are seniors Julia Naphin, Katie Jacobus, Carter Law, Anders Roth, Ellie Evans, and Eve Smith. These seniors were able to secure the very scarce tickets and support the Dubs in their game against Westlake High School.

[Photo] Dub Fans Take the “L” In Wake of Cruel Ticket Shortage

Ava Tomlin, Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
Syre Stewart, Senior, Corner Back lining up for the play.

[Photo] North Atlanta Demolishes Arch Rival Grady for Second Win in COVID Season

Jack Moriarty, Staff Writer
October 1, 2020
A big thumbs up from sophomore wide receiver Deshawn Merritt. When asked about his first game during this pandemic, he says “I don’t know how it feels when the offense scores or when defense gets a stop and all you hear are the fans cheering.” But he appreciates the opportunity. “It was a great experience for me, because it was my first varsity game.”

Photo Essay: A Wire Staff Photographer Captures the Dubs’ Big Win   

Mady Mertens, Staff Photographer
September 25, 2020
Wait No More: After many years as backup behind durable Dubs quarterback Wiley Hartley, this year senior Jack O’Kelley gets his turn behind center. A big challenge for the team leader will be leading the Warriors through a pandemic-impacted season.

[Photo] Warriors’ Jack O’Kelley Finally Getting His Chance at Quarterback

Bo Underwood, Sports Editor
September 18, 2020
For The Dubs: All season long, senior quarterback Jack O’Kelley and his teammates will be tested by a new region schedule and by pandemic-related challenges. O’Kelly is one of several standouts expected to lead the Warriors during their 2020 gridiron campaign.

[Photo] North Atlanta Football Players to Watch in 2020

Bo Underwood, Sports Editor
September 10, 2020
Moving Event: The pandemic has meant a final school year like no other for members of the Class of 2021 but nothing will diminish the indomitable spirit of this special senior class. Amara Suarez was one of many showing 2021 pride at the Aug. 21 senior drive-by event held at the Northside United Methodist Church.

[Photo] Class Act: Indomitable Seniors Keep Traditions In the Pandemic Era

Caroline Edwards, Staff Writer
September 8, 2020
Playing Clean: Warrior football stars must take extra precautions on the field to remain safe during their season.

[Photo] Invisible Foe: Warriors Football Tackle Covid Challenges

Max Ramos, Staff Writer
September 9, 2020
Photo Finish: Picture Day 2019 runners Payton Jones and Russell Makepeace make sure each student gets in line to take their photos for the yearbook.

[Photo] Say Cheese: Picture Day 2019 Was the Ultimate Photo Challenge

Dennis Racket, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2019
Thumbs-up: A Cady Studios photographer smiles for the Warrior Wire cameras between photos.

Smile for the Camera: A group of sophomores await their turn to get the perfect shot

Hard at work: Picture day runners Payton Jones and Russel Makepeace make sure each class gets their picture taken.

Say Cheese: Junior Matt Love smiles big as he gets his picture taken

Picture Perfect: Sophomore Judith Shuelleser and Junior Alexandra Jarrard look their best for their spot in the yearbook.

A Little to the Left: A sophomore student poses for the camera. “I hope I didn’t have anything in my teeth,” he said.

Smiles Ready!: Sophomores Aislin Ward, Avery Horton, and Julie Barfield gear up to take their yearbook photos.

One Final Picture Day: Seniors Mya Andrews, Queen Smith, and Trevian Mason get ready to take their last school pictures.

Caretaker: Wide receiver, Trey Harris, leads the way with a strong block for quarterback, Wiley Hartley, on a first down run.

[Photo] North Atlanta Knocks off Grady in Football for Third Straight Year

Bo Underwood, Staff Writer
August 29, 2019
Dub Spirit: Players Davis Bell, Sterling Fleury, Jamie Hare, Jack O’Kelley, Wiley Hartley, and Chris Wright enjoy excitement the dedicated Warrzone brings to football games. “The turnout for the game was great and it was exciting having so many people cheer us on.”

[Photo] Dubs Look Strong in Pre-Season Win Over Westminster

John Fiveash, Sports Editor
August 27, 2019
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