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HOSA members competed in more than thirty events against students from all over the state. Junior Sarah Horne won out against more than 40 other students in her event.

HOSA Competitor Makes National

Ethan Simmons, Staff Writer • March 20, 2015

Last weekend the Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) club was well represented by junior Sarah Horne at a state wide competition. HOSA is a competition based club with more than 30 events ranging...

“I joined DECA because all my friends had, but it has become a huge part of my life. I can’t imagine School without it. ” said Nicole Sullivan

DECA goes international

Ethan Simmons, Staff Writer • March 17, 2015

Recently DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America), a marketing and business club at North Forsyth, competed at the Georgia State Wide Competition. The club had several students qualify for an International...

The wind howls, and the sun peers through the clouds. Haylie Shea Hatch studies the world around her because she knows some will never gaze upon the colors that the sun paints into the sky. Hatch breathes in the world, so she can show others how to breathe it out.

From Behind the Glass

Julie Day, Staff Writer • March 9, 2015

The smell of fresh bread wafts down the suburban boulevard while the limitless atmosphere hoists cotton-like clouds in place overhead. Perhaps there are fluorescent street lights and late city nights....

(From left to right) Sophomore Ryan Vander Linde, senior Shirley Arnold, junior Abi Stocksdale, and senior Savanna Grant control two skeleton props in a comic scene of the one act production of “The Passage” as performed on the CSU Mainstage February 6th at Thescon. Due to a dedicated cast and crew, “The Passage” was a great success.

Troupe 5368 Takes on Thescon

Hannah Manikowski, Editorials Editor • March 9, 2015

Drama students of NFHS Thespian Troupe #5368 were highly visible and recognized at this year’s State Thespian Conference, held February 5-7 at Columbus State University in Columbus, GA.  For one weekend...

The trophy that the Literary winners won is currently placed in the Main Office. Please congratulate any of the winners if you see them.

Literary Winners

Daniel Snodgrass, Staff Writer • March 2, 2015

Congratulations to the following students for their performance at Literary on February 14: Sam Austin—2nd place in extemporaneous speaking, Emma Browning—2nd place in extemporaneous speaking, Jace...

Jamie Summerour, Mary Hayues Ernst (middle), and Hunter Trask stand showcasing their sashes and medals of The CRN North American Championships. All the way in Vegas, The Celtic Club participated in this year’s championship, bringing back many awards.

Celtic Club Returns from Vegas as Champions

Jade Flack, Staff Writer • March 2, 2015

Many Celtic Club members win awards in the Las Vegas CRN North American Championships on February 14th through the 16th. Caroline Laschinger takes 2nd place in U11 Reel and 4th in Slip Jig. Also in U11,...

Here pictured is Finalists Brian Grasso and Emma Browning proudly holding their award from the Nation Merit Scholarship Program. They both hope to soon be awarded with the National Merit Scholarship.

NFHS Seniors Awarded as National Merit Scholarship Finalists

Austin Gray, Staff Writer • February 27, 2015

This year North Forsyth High School Seniors Emma Browning and Brian Grasso have both proudly Finalists are then considered for National Merit Scholarships which will be offered in been named National Merit...

Pictured above is Ashley Amukamara after being named a 2015-2016 University of Georgia Foundation Fellow. Ashley proudly accepts her award and is excited to pursue its benefits.

NFHS Senior Ashley Amukamara Honored as a University of Georgia Foundation Fellow

Austin Gray, Staff Writer • February 27, 2015

NFHS Senior Ashley Amukamara has been named a 2015-2016 University of Georgia Foundation Fellow. The Foundation Fellowship was founded in 1972 by The University of Georgia Foundation’s trustees. It is...

The Academic team basks in their glory once again while holding onto their 1st place trophy. Photo Taken by Amy Dykes

Academic Champs Strike Again

Amanda Lewsader, Staff Writer • February 13, 2015

On Saturday, February 7, The Varsity Academic Team battled to keep their State Championship title. At the start of the competition day, North was struggling in 8th place when they qualified into the finals,...

“I love the scholastic awards because they recognize the students talents individually, and I’m very proud and blessed to work with such amazing writers everyday” Mrs. Rose. Several students were recognized in this year for their written pieces, showing the amazing talent that North Forsyth has to offer.

Artisan Writers Reap Reward

Ethan Simmons, Staff writer • February 13, 2015

Recently, Staff of The Raider Wire, North’s online newspaper had work entered in the 92nd Scholastic Art and Writing completion, an annual competition held by the Scholastic Art and Writing association...

The North Forsyth Chamber Singers received an unparalleled honor by being invited to perform at the GMEA In-Service Conference in Savannah, Georgia. The singers preformed a challenging, but exceptional, program on Thursday, January 29th. Now students are back to work on their Large Group Performance Evaluation program. (Photo used with permission by Gene Seese.)

North Forsyth Chamber Singers Invited to Perform at GMEA Conference

Rayne Crivelli, Staff Writer • February 12, 2015

The Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) holds a yearly conference for musical directors in Georgia to discuss techniques, gain exposure to newly published music, and watch a few of the most select...

GAPPS observed and met North Forsyth High School all day. Every professional in the school was observed including teachers, coaches, and administrators.

GAPPS Arrives at NFHS

Austin McIntosh, Staff Writer • February 5, 2015

Georgia Assessment of Performance on School Standards (GAPPS) came to North Forsyth High School on Thursday January 29th. GAPPS organization evaluated the facilities of North Forsyth High School and the...

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