the triangle special edition
the blueprint
VOLUME 98 SPECIAL EDITION AUG. 1, 2018
COLUMBUS NORTH HIGH SCHOOL 1400 25th St., Columbus, Indiana 47201
CONTENTS
OUR POLICY
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Starting off strong, Senior Austin Soto grins as he begins his heat in the 2017 Homecoming Trike Races.
photo by hannah long
MAP
A layout of the school to aid students in finding their classes easily pg. 6
WHAT’S INSIDE? STUDENT LIFE An indepth list of North activites and slang pg. 12
SCHOOL BUCKETLIST RULES Fifty goals for
Students share North Students rules that must before be followed their graduation. at North pg. 24 pg. 15
OUR STAFF EDITORS-IN-CHIEF Madi Beck Hannah Long Suzanne Ward
EXECUTIVE EDITORIAL BOARD Hailey Andis Jasmine Austin Salome Cloteaux Emma Cooper Caitlin Davey Cailyn Goebel Alyona Rosenthal
IN-DEPTH TEAM Salome Clouteaux Coral Roberts Erica Song Kate Thomas
ADVISERS
Roth Lovins Rachel McCarver
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Curtis Abendroth Xavier Allen-Barton Hailey Andis Alyssa Ayers Alexis Baer Dmetri Bailey Kennedi Baker Parker Ballard Lucy Beck Valeria Castillo Lara Phoenix Chandler Nathanial Childers Hannah Clark Andrea Contreras Ashley Cruz Garcia Zoe Dougherty Allison Duvall Kennedy Engelau Paola Fernandez Lauren Grider Sydnee Guthrie Anna Hatton
Lily Hruban Chloe Jackson Hannah Larson Samuel Lawson Katie Long Courtney Lucas Alexander Marsh Jessica McAninch Jacob Morgan Margaret Mowrer Marcus Murray Brandon Nudi Kurt Nusterer Soumya Paliwal Michael Parris Ugne Pukaite Nela Riddle Tyler Short Austin Soto Lauryn Whitley Ryan Worton
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THE ESSENTIALS //
Students share the essentials that should be carried in backpacks or stored in lockers
by valeria castillo lara and ashley cruz garcia
10% of 10% of
students use their locker
students sometimes use their lockers
Books, notebooks or binders
80% of
students do not use their locker
Jackets, lunch bags or P.E. bags
PROS
Projects, bigger books or any other belongings
• security for belongings • less weight on your back • available for storing project materials
CONS
• it takes a long time to get to your locker • inconvenient location • takes a long time to open your locker
POPULAR BACKPACKS AT CNHS 1. Nike Notebooks, 2. Adidas folders or books 3. Jansport Pencils or 4. North Face calculator 5. Other Brands Headphones, charger, or wallet
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SCHOOL RULES //
A list of rules to help you survive high school
When starting as a freshman, one glance at the student handbook might leave you confused. However, most of the rules are common with middle school. “Of course we do have a few more to know about, but they are easy to follow using your ‘common sense,’” Dean Aaron Karrer said. “When it comes to rules we like to tell incoming students that we’re a common sense school. Go to class, be on time, do your work and treat people with respect. If you do those things your going to be in pretty good shape.”
Hallways
Classrooms
Cafeteria
• No running • Do not blare your music • Walk on the right side of the hall • Do not push each other • No kind of physical contact • Keep your shoes on • No screaming • Do not throw things • Do not block peoples way • No fighting • You can only be in the hallway during class with a pass • You are not allowed to sit in the stair wells • You have six minutes to get to your classes
• No talking while the teacher is talking • Keep your phone put away • No headphones • No food or drinks • Do not drawl on the desks • Do not swear • Do not cheat • No using or urging others to use violence • No harassing others • Do not damage school property • Do not bring weapons or look alike • Possession of drugs or alcohol is not allowed • Assaulting or verbally abusing staff members is prohibited • Do not disrupt your fellow classmates
• You are not allowed to leave campus during lunch • Throw away your trash • Put your tray away • You can only eat in the cafeteria or the commons • An adult can take you off campus during lunch if they are an guardian or sibling • Do not put gum on your trays • Pick up after yourself • You can order food and have it delivered to you but must eat it in the cafeteria • Wait your turn in the line • There is no limit to how much food you can get but you do have to pay for it
Pages to reference in the student handbook: rules and regulations- page 48 disciplinary actions- page 49
by brooke brownfield, hayley lindsey, and kora carter
BLUEPRINT // 5
MAP
KNOW WHERE TO GO // Get to know North like a Bull Dog. Use this map to figure out your everyday route. by hannah clark and lucy beck
Art
Business
C4
Biology
Chemistry
English
Language
Math
Performing Arts
Restroom
Social Studies
Resource Options
Special Ed
Important places
MEMORIAL GYM (GYM 1)
LGI Library
CAFETERIA
POOL
ATHLETIC ENTRANCE
MAIN ENTRANCE
FIRST LEVEL 6 // SPECIAL EDITION
AUDITORIUM
COMMONS
ATHLETIC OFFICE
GYM 2
COURTYARD
NURSE
PE LOCKERS
BUS LOT ENTRANCE
C4 OFFICE
BOOKSTORE
SECOND LEVEL Tips and Tricks • • • • • • •
If the classroom starts with a two, it is on the second level The first two numbers of your locker match the hallway it is in Stay to the right when walking in the hallway Make wide turns when turning left. Do not cut corners, you will run into someone. The water fountain at the end of the 1500 hallway has the coldest water There is a “Secret Hall” between the Social Studies and English hallway behind the LGI room. The LGI is most commonly used as a testing room.
UNDER PRESSURE Getting to class in time may be stressful. Here is how long it takes to get to some hallways from the Commons.
1:30:00
English Hallway
2:30:00
Science Hallway
3:20:00
Math Hallway
2:30:00
Gym 1
2:00:00
Language Hallway
3:30:00
Business Hallway
2:00:00
Social Studies Hallway
3:40:00
C4 Hallway BLUEPRINT // 7
TIPS
STEPS TO SUCCESS//
Tips and tricks for how to prepare for graduation as a freshman
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SENIOR Dmitri Richardson
SOPHOMORE Jocelyn Carroll
he sound of Pomp and Circumstance plays in students’ minds as they dream of receiving their diploma and beginning the rest of their life. However, before walking out of the high school doors forever, there are some milestones you must pass. Two Columbus North students share their experiences and tips about how to get through high school and successfully graduate. “To stay on track for graduation you have to make sure you get all your work done on time and stay on top of it,” senior Dmitri Richardson said. “Your work can build up and then you will get overwhelmed, so you want to always make sure you have everything done.” Some freshmen believe that there is no need to prepare in your first year of high school. Richardson shares his advice on starting as a freshman.
“I think it is a good idea for freshmen to start preparing because those four years can go by really fast,” Richardson said. “You want to have a good idea of what type of diploma you want to get and what classes you need to take to get that.” As a freshman the best way to start preparing is making healthy habits that will benefit you in the long run. “I wanted to make sure I got all my homework done because that is always a good place to start,” sophomore Jocelyn Carroll said. “So I got a planner and wrote down all my homework from the day so that I wouldn’t forget.” For incoming freshmen, planning for the future can sound intimidating, but by doing these tasks. “Don’t stress about it too much,” Richardson said. “High school isn’t as scary or hard as it seems.”
STEPS TO GRADUATION Getting to where you want to go starts with these steps.
Finish Service Learning and Job Shadowing
Pick out Pick Classes that Best Interst you
senior project ideas
Start thinking about future career fields early on
by hannah larson // design by curtis abendedroth
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TECH TIPS//
Tech office offers advice on how to keep your laptop safe and helpful apps
by nathaly munnicha and willow hatter
DON’TS
• DON’T use the power button to shut down • DON’T eat and drink around laptop • DON’T throw your backpack with your laptop in it • DON’T grab your laptop by the screen, that’s how it breaks
APPsolutely Neccessary
PowerSchool
Quizlet
Itslearning
Most common problems: 1. Broken screens
CAUSE: grabbing the computer by the screen
2. Failed hard drives
CAUSE: shutting down improperly
Logging in problems?
Make sure the laptop is connected to the Wi-Fi first. If not, the laptop will spin trying to load. Make sure when logging in, select computer log-in only.
Google Drive BLUEPRINT // 9
STUDENT LIFE
Meet the BIG DOGS by alexis baer, katie long, kurt nusterer, and parker ballard
“[My advice is] don’t be shy about asking questions, the first few days are just a blur. Getting to class on time, do I have the right supplies? Get involved, it’s so, so, so clear to us as educators if a student is involved in something, it significantly increases their chances of success. It’s so clear in the data. Make a friend, be a friend. Everybody needs someone to be able to confide in, talk to, laugh with. Challenge yourself. Find what your best is and never be satisfied with anything less than that ...What are your hopes, what are your dreams? Let’s go make them come true and very few students take advantage of that.”
PRINCIPAL DAVID CLARK “Get involved, don’t be afraid. Step out of your comfort zone and things will be great.”
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL JOHN GREEN
“I would tell any freshman to pick your friends carefully. Try something you’re really passionate around, then try a club or an activity tied to that passion, so that school has fun and purpose for you.”
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL SUSAN SCOTT
“Get involved ...be there when you are supposed to be there and turn things in. Find a teacher [you are] connected with. ...Take advantage of what is here in the building, because there are so many other schools that don’t have all of the resources that we have.”
COUNSELOR SETH RAGSDALE “On a daily basis we see how caring and compassionate they [our students] are towards their classmates. We’d hope the incoming freshmen would demonstrate that behavior as well... Oh, and everyone has to take and DRESS for P.E.”
DEAN AARON KARRER
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“You’re gonna get knocked down occasionally, it’s alright, it humbles you, get back up. Get involved with things. Don’t be one of those kids that say ‘I’m too cool for that. Oh, I’m too cool for that’. Be positive bring a good attitude.”
COUNSELOR PATRICK PEMBERTON “Build positive relationships with others! Be responsible! Be respectful! Go to class on time every day! Ask questions! Have goals in mind of who/where you want to be in 2, 5, 10 years! Get involved!”
DEAN JANAE NORMAN
“Enjoy your time in high “Enjoy your freshman year, school. It’ll go fast and you’ll work hard, get involved with be out before you know it.” all the activities we have COUNSELING here at North, make friends, enjoy Columbus North!”
CENTER BEV ADDIS
“Ask for help if you don’t know something, there’s lots of people willing to help.”
“Don’t procrastinate and make sure your name is on everything you turn in.”
DEAN’S OFFICE CARA GARRIS
COUNSELING CENTER STACIE FEDEWA
MAIN OFFICE CHERYL BROSEY
“Make sure you always ask if you do not know.”
MAIN OFFICE ANGIE FISCHVOGHT
• • • • •
“Get involved. If you have questions, ask.”
DEAN’S OFFICE JENNIFER HYER
TEACHER ROLL-CALL • Life Skills 34 • C4 23 • Math 14 • English 14 • Science 12 • Athletics 11 • Social Studies 10 • World Languages 7 • Health/PE 6 • Business 4 • Fine Arts 3 • Choir/Band 3
“Do your homework and turn it in on time.”
COUNSELING CENTER MICHELLE PAYNE
Main Office
Dean’s Office
Late arrival Parent sign in PowerSchool Losing something Blue tickets
• • • •
Disciplinary issues Late arrival Lost and found If your parent drops something off for you • Parking permits
Counselor’s Office • • • •
Schedule Change Course Catalog Work Permit Personal Issues
BLUEPRINT // 11
STUDENT LIFE
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Many students at North use GAMING as a way to pass time when they are not working. During passing period and lunch students can play on their phones. “My favorite video game is Fortnite... I play all the time especially during resource with my friends.”
SOPHOMORE Joe Neal
SOPHOMORE Zoe Preston
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One semester of HEALTH class is required for all students before they graduate. All freshmen are automatically signed up to take the class. “It is important to take health as a freshman so we can understand the new things around us and what not to do.”
SOPHOMORE Carter Ward
HEALTH
ENERGY
SOPHOMORE Jackson Davis
FINALS are given during a designated week at the end of each semester and scores will count towards your GPA. Students at North find it helpful to study well and stay calm before finals. “Spend some time studying but do not become consumed with stress. Ensure that you get plenty of sleep.”
GAMING
important for students to fuel right so they can succeed in their schoolwork and athletics with ENERGY. Many students at North choose to bring their own snacks to keep them fueled and most teachers do not mind if they are eaten in class. “I bring snacks to school in order for me to perform my best during practice.”
by lauren grider, sydnee guthrie, lily hruban
FINALS
The A to Z guide for life at Columbus North High School It is
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INTEGRATION
SENIOR Elizabeth Dwyer
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CN ‘18 Grace Terry Near the end of the school year, all underclassmen have two half days to JOB SHADOW or complete service learning hours in the afternoon while seniors present their senior projects. Many teachers at North recommend job shadowing before graduation. “The earlier you can see about different jobs, the better off it could help you.”
Business Teacher Andy Dunn
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A big event for students in high school is when they receive their driver’s license. Keeping track of KEYS is an important part of the privilege of a license. Students at North usually keep their keys on a lanyard or key chain in their backpack so they can easily find them whenever they are needed.
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DATA MATCH
CAN DRIVE
BULL DOG PANTRY
English Teacher Barbara Handt
Every year Student Assembly hosts CAN DRIVE a period where students are encouraged to bring canned goods to school that will benefit over 100 families in the community. “It’s such a fun experience to see all your hard work go to others’ happiness.”
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The week of Valentine’s day each year, students fill out forms for DATA MATCH. Data Match is a quiz where students can pay $1 in order to receive their results and a list of compatible peers. “I liked the Data Match because it was cool to see the results.”
SOPHOMORE Ross Wenzler
For students that enjoy the stage and lights, the theater and drama department at North provides an opportunity for students to perform for the community multiple times per year. At North, the lights are bright but that does not stop students from joining. “The lights are distracting. Overall... they aren’t bad, just wish they were less bright.”
CN ‘18 Nathan Patton
LIGHTS
All students have the opportunity to participate in Unified Track and Unified Basketball. The two teams are examples of the various ways North utilizes INTEGRATION of all students. “Unified Track is a great opportunity to meet new friends and have fun running.”
One way that North supports the community is through BULL DOG PANTRY. Students and families in need can sign up to receive food donated by other students so that they have food to eat when they go home. “Kids can help by spreading the word that food is accessible.”
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KEYS
CN ‘18 Kaeleigh Hacker
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JOB SHADOW
ART
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Various ART classes are offered as an option to attain the required art credits for graduation. Classes include Drawing & Painting, Ceramics and Jewelry & Glass. “My favorite part about the art I do is that I am able to have artistic control over it.”
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BLUEPRINT // 13
STUDENT LIFE
The Counseling Center is open every day for students to UTILIZE the counselors for their personal success. Counselors can adjust schedules, and answer any questions for students.
SENIOR Noah Algee
VENDING MACHINES are a lifesaver at North, offering snacks from granola bars to Pop Tarts. Students who wish to get snacks or drinks are allowed to use vending machines during passing period or lunch. “I like getting these snacks because they are cheap and usually hit the spot.”
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VENDING MACHINES
UTILIZE
SOPHOMORE Ricardo Navarro
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SOPHOMORE Ava Mckinney
North offers a total of five different WORLD LANGUAGE courses available to anyone who wishes to learn another language. Being in a world language class can offer unique experiences, including travel abroad programs. “The best thing about the world language department is what we offer...”
PARTIES
ORGANIZE
Staying ORGANIZED is a key of success for a great school year. From keeping track of assignments to knowing which pencil works, being organized allows more time for fun, enjoyable activities. “It’s important to be organized so you can manage everything.. especially with classes and your schedule.”
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A lot of things come with being in high school; driving, new friends and perhaps most prominently, PARTIES. When it comes to parties, remember, stay safe and stay smart. Make decisions that you will be proud of as an adult, but still have fun.
Students at North show their X-TREME SPIRIT in a newly revived club called C.H.A.O.S. C.H.A.O.S sends out reminders for all school events and activities in order to provide support for all events at North. “Getting information out to people is one of the main reasons school spirit has greatly increased.”
CN ‘18 Nicholas Stevens
Spanish Teacher Marcia Cheek
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XTREME SPIRIT
JUNIOR Brianna Eder
NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY is a group of students who excel in academics and take part in other activities with NHS. Juniors and Seniors with a GPA of 10.00 or higher may be members of NHS. “I like how every semester we [NHS] all donate money that helps fund a safe house in Africa to protect women and children.”
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WORLD LANGUAGE
Managing work in high school is an important part of maintaining grades. Listening to MUSIC is a popular way for students at North to keep themselves focused and complete tasks during their work time. “Music calms me down and helps me to focus. I block out what’s going on around me and I focus.”
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NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY
MUSIC
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Save that loose change! Every year before spring break, Student Assembly becomes QUARTER RAIDERS, riding around the school to collect change. All money collected is donated to Riley Children’s Hospital and could even get students out of school early. “Quarter Raiders is a really positive and fun way to lead the school into Spring Break.”
SENIOR Augustina Fainguersch
YO YO BULL DOGS! School spirit is a large part of the culture at North. Our biggest supporter, Mr. Clark, created the “Yo Yo Bull Dogs” chant that is now a tradition at school. “It has evolved over the years to become something we use to celebrate who we are and what we stand for.”
Principal David Clark
To most students, their four years at North ZOOM past. Taking advantage of new experiences, creates the possibility for a great four years at North. Graduation will be here before you know it. “I’d advise freshmen not to be shy, just talk to a lot of people and go to any sporting events... before you know it you’ll realize you don’t have time left.”
Most of the SUBSTITUTE teachers that come to North are here every day. Although a sub day may offer a more laid back class, remember, substitutes deserve the same treatment as regular teachers. “It’s important that students respect substitute teachers so that the class can run smoothly.”
Substitute Teacher Dewey Allman
TRIKE RACE
TRIKE RACE is an event that takes place each year on the same day as Homecoming. About ten teams sign up to participate in racing around the track on various sized trikes, while their fellow students cheer them on. “It’s super fun. My favorite part is when everyone comes down the field to do the Cha-Cha Slide.”
JUNIOR Matt Ruehman
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ZOOM
YO YO BULL DOGS
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There are three RESOURCE CENTERS at North that students may use. At North the resource centers are used before, during, and after school by students who meet to work or to simply socialize.
SENIOR Seth Wilkerson
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QUARTER RAIDERS
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BLUEPRINT // 15
SPORTS
SPORTS SENSATION // by jessica mcaninch, jacob morgan, and nela riddle
The need-toknow for CNHS Athletics
Leaping into the air, CN’18 Jaylen Flemmons shoots a layup in the North-East varsity basketball game. photo by alyona rosenthal
The Bull Dogs cheer for the North football team at the 2017 North vs. East game.
STUDENT SECTION 101 1. Freshmen always sit at the top of the bleachers 2. Always stand up and cheer as loud as you can 3. Follow the dress-up theme for that night 4. Learn the cheers and say them at the right time
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“My favorite part about the North vs. East game is just how much it means. There’s a lot of build up before the game which makes it very intense. I’m looking forward to the next East and North game because I want to win the trophy that gets passed back and forth.”
SOPHOMORE Blake Barker
P.E. Option Q & A Why take P.E. Option? If you are in a sport and don’t want to take P.E. class, you can opt out by taking P.E. Option.
What does P.E. Option involve? There are two different semesters of P.E. option. From itslearning, you will complete a variety of assignments about the different physical, mental and social aspects of your sport.
How do you get into P.E. Option? To take P.E. Option, you should talk to your counselor and write it on your schedule when filling it out.
How much work is it? The two different semesters involve different amounts of work. Both involve several writing assignments that you will have to devote some time to each week.
What sports can I take P.E. Option for? You can take the class for any IHSAA sanctioned sport, as well as Marching Band and more advanced choirs.
ACHIEVING YOUR LETTERMAN JACKET CN 2
“It’s not bad. You just have to type up a page a week and it’s nothing too hard. As long as you actually do the work you’ll pass.” SOPHOMORE Katie Long
Letterman Jacket Checklist Be involved in any type of extracurricular activity. Show up to every practice and participate.
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Basketball Volleyball
Sectional Champions
20
Jessica
ALL STATE
17
Sectional Champions
20
18
ALL STATE
2017
Earn points or qualify for the state team to earn a patch.
2018
Do as many activities as you possibly can.
front
back
To earn the coveted varsity patch, you must make a varsity team or compete at a varsity level.
BLUEPRINT // 17
STUDENT LIFE
GLOW UP //
Class of 2018 seniors reflect on their transformation and growth throughout their high school career.
by andrea contreras and lauryn whitley // design by lauryn whitley
“My change in style has represented a change in my self confidence. During freshman year, I used to be very selfconscious of what people thought about me. Now I just do whatever makes me happiest, regardless of what others think.”
CN ‘18 Olivia Norris
“I’ve definitely gotten taller and more mature. My hair hasn’t changed much, but I have tried some new hairstyles. Another thing that has changed is my clothing. Freshman year I would throw on any clothes and come to school, but now I like to be well-dressed, so I pick out my clothes.”
CN ‘18 Floyd Athaide
“Freshman year I thought, ‘oh I like all of these pieces’ and I would just throw them together even if they didn’t match. Now I think ‘okay is this an outfit, does this go together.’ I just feel more productive when I look put together, so I try to be more put together in that sense.”
THE REAL DEAL // INCOMING FRESHMAN
EXPECTATIONS 16%
22%
said ability to carry backpack
said North vs. East games What are you looking forward the most for freshman year?
36%
said longer lunch
18%
said high school dress code
The Triangle interviewed 300 incoming freshmen and 100 former freshmen about their freshman year.
FORMER FRESHMEN
REALITY
36.75%
of upcoming sophomores said their freshman year was most like High School Musical.
25.25% said Mean Girls 19.75% said Grease 18.25% said Clueless 5.5%
said other
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of incoming freshmen said they think their freshmen year will be most like Mean Girls 25% said Clueless 24% said High School Musical 15% said Grease
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CN ‘18 Trey Vincent
CN ‘18 Arig Tong
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12%
said Winter Formal
10%
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22%
said more opportunities for BYOD
“My style has changed quite a bit since freshman year. Back then, my haircut was different and clothing wise, I wore basketball shorts and a T-shirt and I thought I was fresh. Now I tend to dress a little more presentable.”
11.5%
said Winter Formal
25%
said longer lunch
26%
What was the best part of freshman year?
said more opportunities for BYOD
27%
said North vs. East games
5%
said high school dress code
FRESHMEN SURVIVAL
Bull dogs give their advice on how to survive and thrive your freshman year
“Most people are nice. Our sports are really good. I would most definitely recommend sports.”
SENIOR Joseph Dewees
“When you get to high school, it’s important to study as much as you can. It’s hard to keep track of everything without studying.”
JUNIOR Riley King
“Stay on top of your work so you don’t get left behind. Don’t sleep in.”
“Don’t procrastinate, try to stay ahead of the workload and don’t wait until the last minute.”
SOPHOMORE Helena Ho
SOPHOMORE Aric Tong
“Stay calm. High school is honestly not as intimidating than most middle schoolers think it is.”
“Make friends in middle school, so you don’t have to worry about finding a group of friends.”
SOPHOMORE Purbi Das
SOPHOMORE Alexander Holloway
“Try and keep calm during your first couple of weeks. It slowly but surely gets easier as you go.”
“Don’t take classes that are super hard, you want to go easy on yourself, but you still want to challenge yourself just a bit.”
Sophomore Zoe Preston shares advice with incoming freshmen. Triangle: What is the best tip for surviving high school? Zoe: “My tip for surviving high school is to surround yourself with people who motivate you and make you feel good about yourself, and that will help you succeed.” T: What is your advice for joining clubs freshman year? Z: “My advice for joining freshman year is make friends, join clubs, join a sports team, just get out there and be social.”
SENIOR Faith Hogan
JUNIOR Sarah Bowers
by alyssa ayers // design by xavier allen-barton
BLUEPRINT // 19
STUDENT LIFE
FITTING IN //
Terms commonly used by students and staff
AP- (Advanced
LGI Room -
by mackenzie barnett, lauryn whitley, and nusra jameel // design by lauryn whitley Placement) college level classes that are available to high school students
BDT- (Bull Dog Time)
extra period added to the school day on Wednesday every two weeks that gives seniors opportunities to work on their Senior Project: “Bull Dog Time has two roles. The first is to get across important information. The second is to introduce the students to the senior project,” Senior Project coordinator Jennifer Hester said.
Commons- central point where students meet up, located in the front of the school in the main hallway
C4- (Columbus Area
Career Connection) optional courses specific to a future career goal: “C4 is career and technical education, and it’s important for everyone to take a class because it pertains to and helps them reach a career goal that they may have,” C4 Counselor Teresa Weichman said.
Dewey- well-known substitute teacher Dewey Allman .
Dog Pound-
Student section in Gym 1: “The name of the student section here at CNHS is the ‘Dog Pound’. We are known for being loud and always cheering on the Bull Dogs no matter what,” CN’18 Nicholas Stevens said.
BULL DOG GEAR
(Large Group Instruction) used for meetings, clubs and testing, located under the main staircase in the 1300 hallway
PCC- (Preparing for
College and Careers) required class that freshmen must take that informs students about career opportunities and scheduling
Senior Circle-
waiting area in the C4 hallway where students meet up to hang out or go to lunch
3R’s- (Respect,
Responsibility, and Relationship) North’s basic expectations for students and staff
“Knowing these terms helped me throughout the year, because when I needed to go to one of these places, I would know what they meant.”
SOPHOMORE Alexa McKinley
1- Paint the Town BLUE white cotton T-shirt $5 2- CN Bull Dogs blue baseball cap $20 3- CN travel mug $20 4- Blue and white striped rip off pants $20 5- CN Bull Dogs gray hooded sweatshirt $55
All of these items can be found at the Columbus North Bull Dogs Spirit Gear Store by the Athletic Office.
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CLUB BULLETIN//
Take a closer look at the clubs of CNHS
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“I think it brings a lot of information about the different types of cultures and how a lot of immigrants are helping America.” CN’18 Adhil Akbar Academic
• Academ ic Super Bowl • Science Olympiad • Business Professionals of America • HOSA • DECA
Theatre
Athletic • FCA • Student Athletic Board
Social
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Clu • French lub • Japan C
• North Drama • North Thespians
Games
• No one ea ts alone club • Key Club • NHS • Student a ssembly • FCCLA • Diversity Council • Skills USA • Fash ion C lub • Planner C lub
• Tabletop Gam ing Club • Bowling Club
“HOSA gave me confidence because the medical field is very challenging if you want to become a doctor. Being successful at the Hosa Competitive Events helped me show myself and that I can be successful.” CN’18 Tejas Kandharkar BLUEPRINT // 21
STUDENT LIFE
CNHS MEDIA //
If you want to get involved in student-run media, join one of our staffs to get real-world experience
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LOG Yearbook
CN’18 Varshita Venkatachalam works on LOG to produce the 2017-18 yearbook.
LOG strives to create a product that thoroughly covers the events that occur each year. The student staff attempts to provide an account of all students attending Columbus North, as well as academics, organizations, athletics and other student-interest pieces. “I’m on the LOG Yearbook Staff. I joined because I had always had an interest in Journalism, and after taking my Beginning Publications class my freshman year, I knew it was something I wanted to pursue throughout my high school career. This year I’ll be co-editor-in-chief and
so my responsibilities will fall around organizing the book and making sure all runs smoothly throughout the publication process. I would highly recommend anyone with even the slightest interest in this sort of thing to take a journalism class. I’ve met a lot of my closest friends through being on staff, not to mention all of the experience I’ve been accumulating that will benefit me in college. Journalism at North is a fantastic program and I highly recommend looking into it,” senior Caitlin Ward said.
“The Triangle” Newsmagazine and cnhsmedia.com (TRIBE) The Triangle is the designated forum for student expression at Columbus North High School. The Triangle practices ethical journalism by providing balanced and fair coverage as determined by community standards. “I came onto staff second semester of my freshman
year. I was very nervous at first because I wasn’t sure how everything worked. Everyone on staff was very helpful and welcoming. I quickly felt at home and became involved in several different aspects of the Triangle,” junior Zoey Horn. “My favorite part of Tribe
is how it is student led and everyone works together. Since I first joined this staff, I have grown as both a writer and designer; I’ve learned so much and developed my design style. I would definitely recommend Triangle to other students who are interested in journalism.”
Sophomore Erica Song works diligently as a staff member on Triangle.
Bull Dog News Network (BNN)
CN’18 Kenny Argueta-Ventura works on set of the BNN annual Lip Dub.
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BNN Crew members produce the daily announcements show airing fourth period, a monthly magazine show airing during Bull Dog Time, school promotional videos and various other projects. “I’ve been in BNN for two years now and I have really enjoyed it. I joined this staff my sophomore year,”senior Ben
Dickerson said. “I was more excited than nervous to join it and I’ve met a lot of new people who became my close friends. As a staff member my job is to finish news/magazine shows well and on time.” “Joining a staff can help you learn various life skills. I was interested in Video Production and also wanted to learn more
about Journalism,” Dickerson said. ‘Being on this staff has taught me a lot about video editing and how to get unique shots while making a video.” “I would definitely recommend joining this staff,” Dickerson said. “It’s easy to make friends and learn good skills you will use in your life.”
CELEBRATION //
CNHS is celebrating the 150 year anniversary of the school
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n 2018 and 2019, Columbus North High School is observing community. President of the Bull Dog Alumni Association Pete its 150 years. To celebrate, alumni have put together several King believes that the association is important to the community. events in honor of our school. “We need to make sure that the community understands the “I think it’s a great way of celebrating all the different kinds of critical role that education, as an institution, plays in all the work things that we’ve accomplished with students and teachers and we do in this community,” King said. our school in general,” director of the Bull Dog Alumni The Bull Dog Alumni Association also works to help Association Hedy George said. teachers in their classrooms by giving grants and The Bull Dog Alumni Association includes offering scholarships to a few select students. people that went to either Columbus They earn all the money for scholarships and North High School or Columbus High grants by organizing fund raisers. These School. A few of the important alumni fund raisers help many people around the include, Hedy George and Pete King. community. George is responsible for organizing and “We’re here merely to add to, supplement, hosting events. This year the alumni will and help in ways which the public sector may be hosting events such as the Barbecue, not be able to,” King said. Blues and Brews, the Four Freshmen The alumni hope to continue to do many Concert and Homecoming. things in the future. The 150 anniversary is their George believes that these events will be biggest project yet and they have many events great opportunities for people that went to planned to celebrate it. They have many goals for DIRECTOR Hedy George our school or are currently going to Columbus the alumni association in the future. North to get to know each other. The alumni association has “[One of the goals is] to help make sure that this organization been a very integral part in our community since they became an begins to thrive,” King said. organization in 2009. They work to support the school and the
“It’s not so much the past, but we’re celebrating the future.”
150 Events
Here are some of the most important alumni events for next year
BARBECUE, BLUES AND BREW: June 23 FOUR FRESHMEN CONCERT: Aug. 25 HOMECOMING AND ALUMNI HALL OF FAME: Sept. 21 DEDICATION: Nov. 9 HISTORY DAY: Feb. 21 150TH DAY OF SCHOOL CELEBRATION: April 17 AMERICAN PIE: May 10 BULL DOG GALA REUNION: May 11
King and George are standing at the Bull Dog bell before their Alumni meeting.
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BUCKET LIST//
Check out this must do bucket list of things to do before you graduate and share your photos using #cnhsbucketlist
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1. Watch North win in North vs. East rivalry games 2. Shed your stage fright and try out for a theatre production 3. Hold a snake in the Biology rooms 4. Go to American Pie and rock out in the mosh pit 5. Read the Triangle and write a letter to the editor 6. Go to Formal and dance the night away 7. Experience the Ethnic Expo 8. Join a club 9. Participate in BLAH week 10. Cheer on the Bull Dogs at as many home games as possible 11. Watch a movie on the football field after the Homecoming game 12. Make Honor Roll 13. Make a trike race team and smash the competition 14. Apply for Student Assembly 15. Be the founder of a new club 16. Be ahead of schedule on a project and destress 17. Take a selfie by the Christmas tree in the Commons 18. Drive yourself to school for the first time 19. Get interviewed by CNHS Media 20. Join the National Honor Society 21. Travel with a school group 22. Listen to music in the hallway 23. Dress head-to-toe in Bull Dog gear 24. Take an AP class
25. Go off campus once you’re a sophomore 26. Find a new friend group 27. Lead the Bull Dog Pound in a school cheer 28. Time the length of Mr. Clark’s Yo Yo Bull Dogs (Record as of May 30 was 17.25 seconds) 29. Participate in a sport 30. Donate blood in a school blood drive 31. Go to Dance Marathon 32. Walk the Prom red carpet 33. Do carpool karaoke to a sporting event 34. Go to Steak ’n Shake at midnight in a costume 35. Enter a contest for @cnhsmedia 36. Buy a lottery ticket when you turn 18 37. Write a letter to your senior self and open it when you graduate 38. Utilize the Bull Dog discounts app 39. Ride the Columbus bus 40. Get a job 41. Learn the school fight song 42. Go to Snowbiz after school 43. Register to vote 44. Go on a Spring Break road trip with your friends 45. Go to the movie theater on a weeknight 46. Get accepted into your dream college 47. Volunteer at the Animal shelter 48. Finish the Mill Race Marathon 49. Get an Exceptional on your Senior Project
50.GRADUATE