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The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

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, Content Editor | May 23, 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.

[Photo] Wolf of the Week

By Harrison Vokt, Reporter | May 10, 2024
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, Editor | March 7, 2024
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, Editor | February 20, 2024
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, Editor | February 5, 2024
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, Editor | January 29, 2024

Dallas Brass comes to Elkhorn North

The nationally known brass group "Dallas Brass" shared some knowlege with band members.
By Courtney Hagestad, Editor | January 18, 2024
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, Editor | December 11, 2023
Sophomore students

[Photo] Caffeine Craving

December 8, 2023
Senior Delaney Briganti during the 2023 state volleyball tournament is ready at the net for serve receive.

[Photo] Wolf of the Week: Delaney Briganti

November 3, 2023
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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 Mahnke | September 1, 2023
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, Editor | August 25, 2023
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, Reporter | January 4, 2023

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 Hagestad | December 13, 2022
Knudsen looks at the board for her time following her 100 Yard Freestyle. Knudsen swam a 1:09.23 and placed 2nd in the event .

Junior Shea Knudsen gets set before her before her 200 Yard Freestyle. Knudsen swam a time of 2:21.09 and placed 5th in her event.

Palmer strokes forward during the 50 Yard Freestyle. Palmer raced a strong time of 24.67 and placed 2nd in the event.

Junior Dylan Palmer dives off of the blocks after the buzzer sounds. Palmer swam in the Boys 50 Yard Freestyle, along with the 100 Yard Butterfly, and 200 Yard Medley Relay.

Junior Hailey Brabec dives off the block at the beginning of her 50 Yard Freestyle. Brabec swam a time of 27.81 and placed 2nd in her event.

Senior Sadie Jacobson strokes backwards during the 200 Yard IM. Jacobson was looking to improve her time and earn points towards helping her team win the duel against Bellevue West.

Loghan Evert waves and smiles at the students while running off the gym floor after finishing their dance routine. The dance team gave an amazing performance for the students and staff at the winter pep rally.

Ava Raridon (left) and Loghan Evert (right) dance together during the dance team performance. They smile and have fun while dancing during the pep rally.

The cheer and dance teams cheer in the gym together during the pep rally. They performed together at the beginning to get the students ready for the pep rally.

(Left to Right) Sydney Keller, Colby Driever, Madison McCollum, Mia Steiger, Maizy Jones, Resse Aliano, Abby Baker, Skye Steiger, and Ava Murphy teaching the “Rollercoaster" cheer. This cheer is used for the student section during basketball games.

Junior Colby Driever cheers excitedly during the pep rally. Driever smiles proudly while performing the beginning cheer.

Club Update- Debate, Speech, and Mock Trial

By Courtney Hagestad, Grace Jesske, and Tara Binte Sharil | December 1, 2022
Meyer attacks on the right side during the first set. This is her first attack of the match.

Freshman outside hitter, Ava Thompson, serves the ball at the start of the first set. The Wolves win the point in order to give them an early first set lead.

Briganti, in the middle Meyer, and of the left Grabenstein wait at the net as the opposing team serves the ball in the second set. The three front row players are trying to side out against the Vikings.

Sophomore middle blocker Lindsey Hrbeck attacks in the middle position during the first set. Shortly after the Elkhorn North Wolves win the first set.

Freshman setter Hayden Booth serves the ball at the end of the first set. The team is looking to keep their lead against Waverly.

The JV girls volleyball team huddles before the game against Waverly on Thursday September 8th. The JV team was looking for another win in order to keep their regular season undefeated record.

Meyer prepares to serve the ball in the second set. The team is looking for an early lead in the second set.

Hrbek and Meyer attempt to block an outside ball from the Vikings. Shortly after this point, the Wolves finish out the game winning both sets.

Thompson on the right, in the middle junior libero Anna Martin, and on the far left outside hitter Savanah Grabenstein waits in serve receive as the other team serves the ball. The Wolves are looking for a perfect pass to the setter in order to win the point.

Junior middle blocker DelaneyBriganti and Meyer are loading up to block an outside attack from the Vikings. As the two in the front row block, the rest of the team gets ready in a defensive position in order to dig the ball.

Meyer sets the ball to the outside as Hrbeck and Kill are approaching towards the net. The Wolves are looking to win another point during the first set.

Junior right side Hailey Kill swings on the back side. The attack is Kill's first attempt of the evening.

Martin waits for the second set to start. In order to win the game, the Wolves need to win this next set.

Thompson attacks on the outside after Booth sets her the ball in the second set. Thompson is looking for another kill in the second set.

Sophomore setter, Peyton Meyer, warms up by setting the right side before the game. Meyer prepares by setting all three front row positions multiple times.

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, reporter | September 28, 2022
FRESH(men) Faces

FRESH(men) Faces

Learn more about freshman Sasha Gurevich.
By Courtney Hagestad, Reporter | September 21, 2022
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, Reporter | September 16, 2022
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, Reporter | September 14, 2022
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, Reporter | September 7, 2022
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, Reporter | August 31, 2022
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, Reporter | May 4, 2022
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