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From Choice to Obligation

From Choice to Obligation

Optional practices feel mandatory thanks to unwritten rules
By Olivia Cemer, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

Athletes are expected to commit all of their time in season to their sport, and nowadays, even out of season. Coaches drill into athletes’ minds that involvement at every off-season practice or workout...

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Depiction of race-swapped Disney princesses. Disney needs to make new stories with a diverse cast to truly progress.

The Unfairest of Them All

Disney diversity and actual diversity aren’t the same
By Niharika Kandari, Section Editor May 1, 2025

“Never Have I Ever star wants to play Rapunzel in Disney Live-Action.”  Ten years ago, this headline would likely spark huge online controversy and national news. Today, it seems the pushback is...

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How To: High School

How To: High School

Tips on how to navigate high school from a graduating senior
By Alayna Vaughn, Reporter May 1, 2025

High school is two words that has wildly different meanings to every person. For some, it's football games, friend groups, and prom nights. For others, it’s stress, awkwardness, and discovering yourself....

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There is often a gap between words and actions here at ENHS regarding the level of handbook enforcement. Instead of prioritizing certain rules over others, all rules should be enforced to bridge this gap.

Words vs. Actions

The different levels of handbook enforcement
By Kyler Hilts, Reporter May 1, 2025

At the start of every school year, students and staff are required to watch a video summarizing main points of the student handbook. They then sign a form agreeing to abide by the rules. However, many...

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Drowning in Elkhorn Excellence

Drowning in Elkhorn Excellence

Being Average in Elkhorn isn’t so average after all
By Chelsea Mahloch, Social Media Manager April 30, 2025

In four years, I have taken six honors classes, seven AP courses, maintained above a 4.0 GPA. In other districts, these stats would be extremely impressive. In Elkhorn, they feel, quite literally, average. Since...

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Letter From the Editor

Letter From the Editor

By Payton Brummels, Editor-in-Chief April 30, 2025

Dear Readers of the North Howler, I did not join the North Howler until my junior year. Until then, I couldn’t define what journalism was, I didn’t know how to quote someone properly, and I was...

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The Unsung Heroes of the Field

The Unsung Heroes of the Field

Junior varsity sports propel varsity success
By Harrison Vokt, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

In the world of high school athletics, much of the spotlight shines on varsity teams. They capture headlines, experience the thrill of state, and represent their school in competitions. However, hiding...

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Three images of Trenton with his triplet brothers as they grow up.

Gerascophobia

The fear of growing up
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor April 30, 2025

By Reporter Trenton Nolan High school is a period of our lives that is filled with action. We stop holding on to old habits and grow into the people we want to be for the rest of our lives. With childhood...

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Pictured above is Johnny Tran, Tyler Neitfelt, Myles Trausch, Aryan Panchal from prom court last year, April 13, 2024. The whole group is on prom court again this year.

The Pursuit of Popularity

Understanding Society's Obsession with Social Status
By Alyssa Palmer, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

The pursuit of popularity often stems from a deep-seated need for social validation. People seek approval from others in order to feel accepted and understood. Social validation can boost self-esteem and...

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Women Choose the Bear

Women Choose the Bear

My experience as a woman today living in a man’s world
By Payton Brummels, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2025

There was a viral question in 2024 asking women if they would rather be alone in the woods with a bear or a man. To the surprise of many men, when given the option, the majority of women choose the bear.  Based...

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It’s Time for a New Chapter

It’s Time for a New Chapter

The Elkhorn English curriculum limits EPS students by excluding modern books
By Chelsea Mahloch, Social Media Manager February 7, 2025

The Elkhorn Public Schools English curriculum has students read around 20 books throughout their four years of high school. Among these books, only one-David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell-was written...

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A Response to “Bridge The Divide”

A Response to “Bridge The Divide”

By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

“Many Elkhorn students have only experienced wealth. Many live without struggle, not recognizing the luck with which they are gifted. They surround themselves with friends just like them. In their free...

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