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The Howler

The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler

Courtney Hagestad

Courtney Hagestad, Editor

Courtney Hagestad is an editor for the North Howler, plays tennis, serves on the FCCLA State Officer Team, and loves to be with friends and family.

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On Mics and the Mat

On Mics and the Mat

From wrestling to the musical, senior Aidan Clarys gives his all
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished May 23, 2024

After class ends and the bell rings, most students do homework, go to practice, or drive home. For Aidan Clarys, the list does not end there. From playing football and wrestling to taking on the lead...

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Junior Sophia Jones gets ready to serve the ball in her second match of the day. She competed in the Class B State Tournament Championship in May of 2023.

Wolf of the Week

By Harrison Vokt, Staff WriterPublished May 10, 2024

Junior Sophia Jones gets ready to serve the ball in her second match of the day. She competed in the Class B State Tournament Championship in May of 2023.

Exploring the Enneagram: the achiever

Exploring the Enneagram: the achiever

The achiever is always on the go and ready for what ever is next
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished March 7, 2024

The Enneagram 3 is known as “the achiever” because of their constant desire to impress others and their natural sense of competition.  The Achiever is hard working, driven, and wants to be admired...

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Exploring the Enneagram: the helper

Exploring the Enneagram: the helper

The Enneagram Two is a warm-hearted person who loves to help others.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished February 20, 2024

The Enneagram Two is known as “the helper” because of their people-pleasing and generous personality.  This type always wants  to help others, no matter the cost or sacrifices they have to make...

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Picture is of Grace Jesske and the graphic was designed by Courtney Hagestad.

Exploring the Enneagram: The Reformer

The Enneagram One is the reformer and sticks to what they feel is right.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished February 5, 2024

The first Enneagram type we will cover is the Enneagram one, also known as “The Reformer”. Ones have a strong sense of right and wrong, are always striving to make things better, are usually organized,...

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Exploring the Enneagram: the basics

Exploring the Enneagram: the basics

A break-down of what the Enneagram is and how it is used.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished January 29, 2024

From providing entertainment to being used as a leadership tool, the Enneagram is a personality test that reveals a person’s motives, fears, and joys.  It is broken into nine different “personalities”...

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Dallas Brass comes to Elkhorn North

The nationally known brass group "Dallas Brass" shared some knowlege with band members.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished January 18, 2024

Professional and nationally known brass group, Dallas Brass, came to Elkhorn North on January 17th, to teach and play with all the Elkhorn Schools’ bands. Band members were able to attend a clinic after...

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Choir teacher Casey Allen and sophomore Audra Brabec at the winter pep rally. Each teacher and cheerleader duo choreographed an eight count to preform at the winter pep rally on Dec. 8th 2023.

Winter Sports Pep Rally | Photo Series

The winter sports pep rally was hosted by the pack to celebrate the beginning of the winter sports season.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished December 11, 2023

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Sophomore students

Caffeine Craving

Published December 8, 2023

Sophomore students

Senior Delaney Briganti during the 2023 state volleyball tournament is ready at the net for serve receive.

Wolf of the Week: Delaney Briganti

Published November 3, 2023

Senior Delaney Briganti during the 2023 state volleyball tournament is ready at the net for serve receive.

Wolf of the Week: Reagan Wallraff

Wolf of the Week: Reagan Wallraff

One freshman volleyball player’s contributions helped the wolves to win their first regular season varsity match.
By Courtney Hagestad and Landon MahnkePublished September 1, 2023

Varsity volleyball won their season opener 3-0 against Elkhorn High with exceptional teamwork and effort. One player especially stood out with numerous kills, allowing the Wolves to capitalize on multiple...

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Wolf of the Week: Max Jakob

Wolf of the Week: Max Jakob

The first Wolf of the Week goes to varsity football player Max Jakob
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished August 25, 2023

After starting offensive lineman senior Brock Marler got injured at practice on Wednesday, the varsity football team became unsure of how their season will unfold with such a key player out of play for...

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The Cost of Education

The Cost of Education

What was intended to be free is now driving students to pull out their wallets.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished January 4, 2023

An education is meant to be free and accessible to all students in America, however not all students have equal access to success. Open educational resources (OER) are educational materials that are...

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Swim vs. Bellevue East | Photo Series

Varsity boys and girls compete against Bellevue West on December 5, 2022. Both teams dominated the duel and won by over 100 points.
By Grace Jesske, Tara Binte Sharil, and Courtney HagestadPublished December 13, 2022

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Club Update- Debate, Speech, and Mock Trial

By Courtney Hagestad, Grace Jesske, and Tara Binte SharilPublished December 1, 2022

Debate:   Debate is one of many clubs that requires a passion for public speaking.  Every Saturday students from ENHS wake up early to compete in a 5 round tournament, each round being 45...

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FRESH(men) Faces: Shane Heida

FRESH(men) Faces: Shane Heida

Freshman Shane Heida is a hardworking student athleate here at Elkhorn North.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished September 28, 2022

Another new member of the Elkhorn North 9th grade class is Shane Heida. He loves all things football, friends and family. He is currently on the freshman football team and has enjoyed his experience so...

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FRESH(men) Faces

FRESH(men) Faces

Learn more about freshman Sasha Gurevich.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished September 21, 2022

Sasha Gurevich Is a 14 year old freshman here at Elkhorn North. However, Sasha isn't your average 15 year old. She has lived in two countries and speaks three languages. "I speak Russian, Hebrew, and English,"...

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Boys Varsity Tennis Update

Boys Varsity Tennis Update

The boys varsity tennis team has started off their season strong and is getting ready for the state tournament.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished September 16, 2022

The Elkhorn North varsity boys tennis team is not just a group of guys who play tennis; they have a passion and love for the sport unlike any other. They are also known for their hard work and sportsmanship...

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FRESH(men) Faces: Abel Gavin

FRESH(men) Faces: Abel Gavin

Our second FRESH(men) face of the year is Abel Gavin, a hardworking student and athlete excited for his time at Elkhorn North.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished September 14, 2022

Abel Gavin is a 14 year old freshman at Elkhorn North. He loves to be around friends and do fun activities with them. “I like to play backyard football with my friends and I also love to play with my...

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FRESH(men) Faces: Chloe Mead

FRESH(men) Faces: Chloe Mead

Learn more about one of the newest additions to Elkhorn North, freshman Chloe Mead
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished September 7, 2022

Chloe Mead is a 14 year old Freshman at Elkhorn North. She loves all things sports, friends, and family. "I like to go shopping and drive around with my sisters," Mead said. She is on the cross country...

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Alayna Vaughn is waiting on the sideline before the first set ready to go in.

Reserve Volleyball vs. Elkhorn High | Photo Series

The Elkhorn North girls reserve volleyball team won both sets against Elkhorn High on August 25, 2022.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished August 31, 2022

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Adjusting to a New Career

Adjusting to a New Career

Once a chiropractor, now a teacher, Dr. Dischler continues to share his skills.
By Courtney Hagestad, EditorPublished May 4, 2022

In any classroom, students are counting down the minutes until they can leave. But some people, like Dr. Daniel Dischler, enjoy the time they spend at school. With a passion and love for science, Dischler...

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