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The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler

Jillian O'Dell

Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer

Sophomore Jillian O’Dell is a staff writer for the North Howler. She is on the school volleyball team and also a part of SADD. Outside of school she enjoys hanging out with her friends and traveling.

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Sophomore Channing Sidders sits in class watching her classmates. They are playing a game that she is not involved in, leading to an increase in her FOMO.

The Pressure to Be Everywhere

Fear of missing out controls high schoolers' lives
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer May 21, 2026

FOMO (fear of missing out) is a phenomenon often seen in high schools with the prevalent pressure to fit in and be involved. Though this isn’t a new concept, FOMO has evolved in recent years with...

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Junior Niharika Kandari sits with her head resting in her arms. She has dealt with insecurity from herself and other people throughout this year and it had become overwhelming.

The Silent Strain on Our Relationships

The role insecurity plays in students lives
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer April 8, 2026

During their teen years, almost everyone deals with insecurity. Whether through an insecure friend or self-consciousness, it is very common within high schoolers and can harm connections with others. Uncertainty...

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A picture of the ENHS parking lot is shown above. The photo illustrates where students will now be allowed to park.

Parking Policy Change Affects Student Access

New rule limits the use of back parking areas
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer January 21, 2026

A new parking policy was enacted limiting who can park in the back parking lots as of January 12th, 2026. Under this rule, students will no longer be allowed to park in the lot next to the tennis courts...

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Sophomore Isaac Meissner rolls the bowling ball towards the pins. This was his first attempt so there were no pins knocked down yet.

Wolf of the Week: Isaac Meissner

Sophomore bowler stuns in his first year on the team
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer December 12, 2025

The boys bowling team started their season with a successful first week of competition, building momentum after a duel with last year’s state champions, Lincoln Pius X. Even though it was still early...

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Student Maddie Schriener stands in an empty gym. She used to play volleyball before she decided to stop at the end of this last season.

When the Game Changes

Understanding the students who choose to leave their sports behind
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer December 8, 2025

Quitting a sport means saying goodbye to the game, but it’s also leaving behind a team and part of an identity. Students often step away, not out of weakness, but because the environment becomes overwhelming...

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Players huddle on the court after a timeout to talk more about the game. It was near the end of a competitive set so they used their time to discuss strategy.

All in for state

Varsity volleyball prepares for post-season
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer October 29, 2025

Volleyball finished their regular season with a program sweep against Lincoln Northwest. While the varsity team has dominated their opponents throughout the season, they now move onto more challenging...

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Student Abigail Kwon lays on her desk due to exhaustion. She is in many extracurriculars and has little to no time to relax.

Making Room for Mental Health

Students say a break for mental health could increase happiness and success in school
By Jillian ODell, Staff Writer October 27, 2025

Taking a day off for mental health wouldn’t just be about escaping stress, it would help students to prioritize balance and their emotional well-being. Mental health days would give students an opportunity...

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Elkhorn North volleyball players come to the center of the court to celebrate. It was set two in a tough game against Papillion La Vista South and they had just won the point. Photo Courtesy of Brendon O'Dell

The Starting Lineup

Volleyball starts their season with a win
By Jillian O’Dell, Staff Writer August 27, 2025

The Elkhorn North Volleyball team competed at a varsity jamboree on August 21, hosted by Papillion La Vista South High School. Despite the tough competition from the two Class A schools, Westside and Papillion...

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