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The PSAT is a great way to prep for the real SAT, so here are some tips and advice for preparing!

PSAT: What To Expect From Those Who Have Taken It

Melina Vergilis, Opinion Editor November 2, 2018

Every year when October comes around, students begin preparing and studying for the PSAT. Freshman, sophomores, and juniors are all able to take it; however, sophomores are the only grade required to take...

 Picture by Mark Peterson. Brett Kavanaugh defends himself in court after several woman came forward accusing him of sexual misconduct.

Outcome of Kavanaugh’s Controversial Trial

Grace Wood, Sports Editor November 1, 2018

The Senate appointed Trump’s nominee for Supreme Court Justice, Brett Kavanaugh, on Oct. 6, despite allegations of sexual misconduct made by several women. These accusations arose after Senator Dianne...

There is no known brand of shoes that the girl has tried on, but any shoe can fall victim to transmitting viral infections like sepsis with ease. .(Photo credit to:AliExpress)

Infections From Shoes

Marvin Cruz, Staff Writer October 3, 2018

In late August, Sienna Thomas, a girl in the U.K, was admitted to Prince Charles Hospital for a deadly sepsis infection that was spreading throughout her leg. Jodie Thomas and her daughter Sienna had been...

   The famous ghost is seen walking the beach along Pawley’s island, South Carolina, as a potential warning for locals against oncoming storms, such as Florence.

Gray Man Spotted with Florence Heading for the Coast

Katie Harrill, Staff Writer October 2, 2018

Just a few weeks ago, as Florence was forming at sea, a couple claimed to have spotted the supposed Grey Man ghost along the Cherry Grove Pier. He is known as a blessing for the locals living along the...

Important events in politics, pop culture and around the world have occurred during the summer of 2018. Whether seemingly big or small, these past stories have made an impact in people’s lives around the world. Photos by : Billboard.com , CNN.com, Genius.com, Moveon.org

What You Missed: Summer ‘18 Recap

Anna Anglin, Web Editor September 21, 2018

Although the school year comes to a close and the Raider Wire takes its annual 2 month break, the news and important events never come to an end. Here’s what happened during the hiatus. Thailand Cave...

The school chooses only a select group of students to be chosen for an award. It is an honor to be chosen because it really means the student put in a lot of effort in their work.

September Student of the Month

Grace Wood, Sports Editor September 19, 2018

North had their first ceremony of the year celebrating the students and teacher of the month. Each year, our school rewards students in each subject from math to fine arts and are given a ceremony in their...

This image was taken from Claire Wineland’s Instagram,  @claire.wineland. Wineland had thousands of followers who were devastated at her passing.

An Inspiration to Youtube, Claire Wineland, Dead at 21

Cynda Allen, Staff Writer September 18, 2018

“You can be in pain and yet you can see beauty and that’s what makes life so incredible” -Claire Wineland Claire Wineland, a Youtube personality and motivational speaker, died on Sunday, Sept....

It is always an honor for North to hand out awards to dedicated students; the students are very proud of their achievement as well.

January Students of the Month

Grace Wood, Staff Writer March 21, 2018

During IF, on January 31, North awarded their January students of the month for going above and beyond in their education and leadership abilities. It is important for our school to recognize students...

Georgia schools have received a number of terroristic threats by students and teachers in the wake of the Parkland shooting.  Weapons are strictly prohibited from North Forsyth High School and other schools in this state.

Georgia Schools In the Aftermath of Parkland

Emily Stocksdale, Literature Editor March 8, 2018

  With the country still reeling from all that has happened regarding mass shootings in the last six months or so, and with Parkland a fresh reminder of the necessity for some sort of change in...

Taken from this Mashable article, this photo depicts the recently deceased Carrie Fisher in her iconic role as Princess Leia. Since her death, she has become a symbol of female empowerment and rebellion against oppression.

The Women’s Marches: A Year in Review

Noah Smith, Lit Mag Editor March 8, 2018

On January 21, 2017, the very day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, the largest public protest in American history took place. Upwards of 3 million Americans rallied in the streets of major...

Hawaiian Missile Mishap and the Threat of Nuclear War

Hawaiian Missile Mishap and the Threat of Nuclear War

Anna Goellner, Staff Writer February 28, 2018

At 8:10 a.m. on Saturday, January 13, an emergency alert warning of an incoming missile strike was received across Hawaii. Citizens and vacationers alike scrambled for cover in a panic until 40 minutes...

: Raider nation’s “pink-out” football game was Oct. 20 and proceeds from school t-shirt sales were donated to breast cancer research. Doing your part to spread awareness and contribute to fighting breast cancer is an activity that binds together an entire community; everyone is impacted.

Breast Cancer as a Commodity: How October Takes Advantage of a Disease

Holley Murray, Staff Writer November 6, 2017

Each year, October is a month in which leaves turn brown and just about everything else turns pink. Football teams abandon their team colors to fill a stadium with pink shirts, socks, paint, cleats and...

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