The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler
The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler
The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler
Emmie Ashby

Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer

Emmie Ashby is a first-year staff writer for the North Howler. In school, she is part of the golf team and various band activities. When Emmie’s not in school, she’s normally hanging out with friends or playing her instrument. She loves to write about hard-hitting topics, showing other points of view, and is excited to engage readers in her stories.



All content by Emmie Ashby
Students perform in one of the various musical activities, show choir, at Elkhorn North. Now with many different vocal ensembles, choir is one of the fastest growing arts departments at Elkhorn North.

No Arts, No Originality

Arts programs in schools are under threat across the nation
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • May 21, 2026

With the ongoing conflict in Iran, national security and safety costs have been on the rise. With President Donald Trump’s proposed economic plan for 2027, he plans to increase defense spending by 44%,...

Continue Reading
Big Band Wolves poses with their first place plaque. Members performed at Elkhorn South High School where they also received received a superior rating. Photo by Evan Olijnek.

Wolf of the Week: Anna Edwards

Sophomore drummer stuns at the state jazz competition
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • April 17, 2026

On April 10, the Big Band Wolves, Elkhorn North’s varsity jazz band, took first place in class 3A at the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Jazz Festival. Along with the achievement of back-to-back...

Continue Reading
Sophomore Ellie Duan accepts a medal for Entertainment Speaking. Performers in the entertainment must have a visual aid and comedic aspects to their speech.

Wolf of The Week: Ellie Duan

Sophomore dominates speech invite in three events
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • March 6, 2026

On Feb. 21, Elkhorn North’s speech team placed second overall at the Elkhorn North Invitational. Of the members that placed individually, sophomore Ellie Duan made the final round in three separate events,...

Continue Reading
Main characters Poppy and Alex walk the streets of Barcelona. Poppy is played by Emily Bader and Alex is played by Tom Blythe. Photo courtesy of The Guardian.

Review | “People We Meet on Vacation”

“People We Meet on Vacation” (2026) is a subpar addition to the rom-com genre
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • March 2, 2026

“10 Things I Hate About You” (1999), “When Harry Met Sally” (1989), and “You’ve Got Mail” (1998) are just a few of the most influential romantic comedies (rom-com) in pop culture. Rom-coms...

Continue Reading
Thumbnail for "how to be an ACADEMIC WEAPON this semester; non-basic tips, organization hacks" by YouTuber @torianne. Torianne showed several different tactics to maintain good grades in school like keeping a planner and different studying hacks. Photo courtesy of Youtube

A “Bright” Future Ahead

Students feel unprepared for the weight of their futures
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • February 25, 2026

It’s a high school rite of passage to be badgered by questions regarding future plans. “Any ideas on where you want to go to college?” and “What do you want your major to be?” are a few that...

Continue Reading
Common phrases commented on disabled creators' posts. Many are demeaning and spread a tone of mockery. Photo courtesy of the babb group.

More Than a Label

Disabled students at Elkhorn North are forced to operate under the assumptions of able-bodied students
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • December 15, 2025

According to Forbes, “Gen-Z views diversity, equity and inclusion not as mere corporate buzzwords but as non-negotiable pillars that define the essence of an organization. Their concept of diversity...

Continue Reading
From left to right, senior Christian Schlott, sophomore Emmie Ashby, sophomore Lauren Jardine, and senior Arina Forman perform a saxophone quartet while others act in character. The quartet played “Powerhouse” by Raymond Scott that featured fast 16th note runs and a swing style. Courtesy of @elkhornsouthband on Instagram.

A Program Reshaped

Marching band's evolution with a new director and the 2025 season recap
By Emmie Ashby and Abby Kwon • November 7, 2025

Throughout the five years of Elkhorn North’s existence, the Elkhorn North marching band has made an extraordinary rise. The band has been praised for its excellence in music and percussion performance...

Continue Reading
Freshman Jake Renes tosses the ball and prepares to serve to his opponent. Renes competed in a singles match and a doubles match with his partner, Jack Pierson.

Wolf of the Week: Jake Renes

Freshman tennis player dominates in varsity doubles matches
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • October 3, 2025

On Sept. 26, the varsity boy’s tennis team dominated Mount Micheal, winning the tournament and having multiple medalists for singles and doubles matches. The Wolves have had a thrilling season so far,...

Continue Reading
Rumi, Zoey, and Mira prepare to fight the Saja Boys. The trio had to balance their music career and defeating demons. Photo courtesy of Netflix.

Review | Killing the Competition

"KPop Demon Hunters” teaches compassion while playing an awesome soundtrack
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • September 30, 2025

After watching the new Netflix original animated movie to rise to the top of Netflix’s charts, “KPop Demon Hunters”, its success is not at all surprising to see. "KPop Demon Hunters," directed by...

Continue Reading
Various signs around school promoting anti-suicide and help lines. Posters like these are hung up near drinking fountains and on doors to classrooms. Photo by Emmie Ashby.

Strength in Connection

Elkhorn North in developmental stage of creating a positive mental health environment
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • September 15, 2025

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 40% of high school students reported feelings of persistent sadness or hopelessness in 2023. The same study showed that 20% of adolescents...

Continue Reading
A War on Creativity

A War on Creativity

It’s time to wake up to everything generative artificial intelligence is taking from students and workers
By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • May 22, 2025

Starting high school this year has allowed me to observe how students handle the multitude of assignments we are given. The most common "solutions" are pushing off essays until the last minute, doing homework...

Continue Reading
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...

Continue Reading
Donate to The Howler
$175
$500
Contributed
Our Goal

Menu
Activate Search
The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School
Emmie Ashby