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The Raider Wire

The student news site of North Forsyth High School

The Raider Wire

The student news site of North Forsyth High School

The Raider Wire

The amazing Dr. Perry.

Dr. Perry teaching at North for 29 years!?

Kinley Waltman, Editor in Chief January 31, 2024

Before teaching for an impressive 29 years at North Forsyth High, Dr. Perry started as a lab tech in college teaching freshman biology courses at UNG. Her 31 years in education reflect a journey enriched...

North Forsyth High’s silliest teacher, Mr. Fisher.

Choose Your Teacher

Janis Parry, Literature Editor September 12, 2023

Over the years of schooling, everyone has had a favorite teacher at some point. If there is a teacher you don't really like, then there is a teacher you absolutely adore. I can’t really wrap my head...

Juan Garcia posing for a picture in his military uniform (Photo by Juan Garcia).

Welcoming Juan Garcia to the Spanish World at NFHS

Preston Anderson, Staff Writer October 30, 2022

North Forsyth High School has a new addition to its World Language staff. Juan Garcia is the newest Spanish teacher and was recently a substitute just last year. “I loved getting to know the kids more,”...

The Issue With Language Learning in America

Cassidee Jackson, Staff Writer December 4, 2018

Modern day high school students across America are required to take a foreign language once in their four years. Most four-year universities, however, require applicants to take a world language for two...

Here is North Forsyth High School’s newest addition to coaching, Andy Martin. Coach Martin is hoping to inspire all Raiders to reach their goals through a healthier lifestyle.

Coaching for a Change: Andy Martin

Cynda Allen, Staff Writer September 17, 2018

Coach Andy Martin is a new staff member to North Forsyth High School and we welcome him with open arms! This is his first year coaching for North High in his 18 years of teaching. He previously taught...

English teacher James Bassett (affectionately known as JBass by students) won the school-wide award for 2017 Teacher of the Year. After this level, he will go on to be considered for the county title.

Bassett Hits the Big Time: 2017 Teacher of the Year

Holley Murray, Staff Writer September 19, 2017

On Sept. 5, Ninth grade English teacher James Bassett was announced as 2017 North Forsyth High School teacher of the year. It is an honor that came as a surprise to none of his former students; eyewitnesses...

Mrs. Henke smiles through the stress of senior ads!

The Art Department’s Newest Addition

Abby Marks, Staff Writer September 20, 2016

Every year, several teachers add to the teacher staff at North Forsyth High School. One of those hired for the 2016-2017 school year is Mrs. Amy Henke, a teacher for painting one and two, visual arts one...

The interview we have all been waiting for: Mrs. Rose.

Mrs. Rose: An Interview

Daniel Snodgrass and Austin Gray May 12, 2015

It was a dark and stormy night—thunder roared and lightning flashed. We knew we had to ask Mrs. Rose the questions…but could we do it? Yes, but after the sacrifice of Austin’s right leg and my...

Nelson Selected For an Honorary Award

Nelson Selected For an Honorary Award

Kayla Salemi, Staff Writer March 2, 2015

North Forsyth High School Biology teacher, Stephen Nelson, was recently selected by Georgia Science Teacher Association to be named as 2015 High School Science Teacher of Promise. Mr. Nelson graduated...

Dr. Olga Glymph takes pride and passion in her job as North Forsyth’s Assistant Administrator, as her main goal is to embolden the generations of students she has the chance to impact with her intellectual and kind heart.

Dr. Superwoman

Natalie Wilson, Staff Writer January 23, 2014

It is year eight of coming to consciousness before the sun and slipping out of the house, taking precaution not to disturb her family. She piles her papers in the passenger side and rolls out the driveway,...

Our Beloved Johnny Depp - Part 2 (feat. Mrs. Burruss)

Our Beloved Johnny Depp – Part 2 (feat. Mrs. Burruss)

Jack Fleming, Podcast Editor December 13, 2013

Between the secrets from her lips and the fun in her voice, Mrs. Burruss professes her love for Johnny Depp. She explains all her hopes and dreams as well as her daily fixes involving Johnny Depp.

Mrs. Carpenter posed next to her dream. She makes an effort  to express her love for Johnny Depp to her students by showing his face on her classroom walls.

Our Beloved Johnny Depp – Part 1 (feat. Mrs. Carpenter)

Jack Flemming, Podcast Editor December 13, 2013

Mrs. Carpenter shares a story of how her love of Johnny Depp all began. Her story is truly comical to hear and we get a perfect understanding of just how much she loves Johnny Depp. Through her many expressions...

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