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The Prowler

The student news site of Plainfield North High School

The Prowler

The student news site of Plainfield North High School

The Prowler

Bewitched by mass hysteria

Jojo Koldoff, Graphic Editor November 21, 2024

In 1692, the small Puritan town of Salem, Massachusetts became the site of one of the most infamous events in American history. The Salem Witch Trials, a period marked by fear, superstition, and mass hysteria,...

Scientifically autumn

Brianna Gonzalez, Sports Editor November 21, 2024

As autumn returns, the beauty of the fall colors falling from the trees hints it is that time of year. The yellow, red, purple, orange and brown are a perfect sight all around. As the time of day shortens...

Swiftly taking over fall feels

Julia Wild, Feature Editor November 9, 2024

It’s that time of year again: pumpkin carving and painting, apple picking, hay rides, haunted houses, crisp air, crunchy leaves, and pumpkin spice everything. Playing in the background like a soundtrack...

Young, already rocking on stage

Jojo Koldoff, Graphics Editor September 26, 2024

A 17-year-old student quietly shines in the high school setting, playing her guitar with skill and dedication. Senior Emma Schulze demonstrates a notable level of skill in her craft, even with the chaos...

Hunger Action Month stirs hope

Nooreen Hussaini, Online Editor September 26, 2024

In the month of September, the Feeding America: U.S. Hunger Relief Organization starts a campaign called Hunger Action Month. This organization helps over 13 million households around the U.S. gain...

Pickleball trend takes over

Katrina Nalle, News Editor May 8, 2024

In the vast world of sports, there’s a new craze captivating the nation.   Tennis, ping-pong or badminton come to mind when thinking of the classic racquet and paddle sports, but recently...

How much work is too much?

Nooreen Hussaini, Staff Reporter April 2, 2024

Most North students end their labors at 2:10 p.m., but for sophomore Samria Bokieva the real work is just beginning .  After school Bokieva is bombarded with homework from her 2 AP classes and other subjects....

Convenience foods proven junk

Katrina Nalle, News Editor April 2, 2024

Between savoring crispy cheese curds to smooth chocolate custard, nothing separates senior Cassidy Stephenson and her Culver’s meals.   Stephenson is one of Americans who indulge in both sweet...

Skipping school for one year

Sue Ellen Damato, Sports Editor April 2, 2024

As time slips away and seniors are announcing their commitment to a college or university, Senior Jimmy Schweihs struggles to decide if college life is for him. A gap year might be an  option but not...

Backpacks contribute to back pain

Dylan Budd, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2024

High school students are stuck with the weight of the world on their shoulders - quite literally. All of them confine their supplies in a backpack: a simple act with potentially dangerous long-term effects. A ...

Making differences, one llama at a time

Nooreen Hussaini, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

Llamas. Llamas. And more llamas. Spanish teacher Tara Jungels is obsessed with these adorably fluffy barn animals.   It all started in 2017 while teaching Spanish in Heritage Grove Middle school....

Cosmetics cause controversy

Brianna Gonzalez, Online Editor March 12, 2024

Sophomore Niah Trujillo doesn't leave her house before applying mascara and lip gloss without it, she doesn't feel completely dressed.   The amount of makeup a person applies to their skin can either...

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