Cry of the Hawk

The student news site of North Harford High School
High winds have been the main cause for the raging fires happening in LA, being the suspect of the cause of the biggest fire in L.A., the Palisade.
Los Angeles engulfed in flames;
English teacher Mrs. Carla Harward in her classroom on her official last B-day. Harvard also served as a field hockey coach, as well as the advisor for yearbook staff.
HCPS recognizes standout students;
Dresses and formal-wear were similar to those worn at homecoming. Lots of people go to the dance with their friend groups, as outside guests were not permitted.
Dancing in Winter Wonderland;
Mock Trial team debates against other HCPS schools;
Girls basketball finishes solid season;
Senior wrestlers are back in action taking on their final season taking on UBACS, states, and regionals. There are 12 seniors on the team with nine boys and three girls.
Wrestling season comes to close;
Swimming UCBAC’s counties, finishes third
Paul and Tyson continued on their third round of the fight. Although both Tyson and Paul shared that the fight was fair, many netizens believe otherwise.
Mike Tyson returns for final fight against Jake Paul;
Football season comes to conclusion;
Freshmen Breaking out of shells
Secretaries try for Family Friendly School Award
Mendelssohn receives attention years after sonata is released
Calming sleep to fearful dreams; Cause behind normal dreams vs nightmares
Psychology behind dreams uncovered; Exploring what they mean, how they occur
Inking up permanent art;
North Harford recognizes two standout students;
Alum takes on new experience as social media intern;
Senior Allyson Knott (Left) was named Alternative Maryland Dairy Princess, while Ella Fell (Right) was named Maryland's Dairy Princess. Knott will serve her time as Alternative Princess until May.
Senior named Alternative Dairy Princess; Knott rules her way to success
Trotting to triumph in horseback riding; Weisman shares equestrian experience
Trotting to triumph in horseback riding; Weisman shares equestrian experience
Sweeps, snubs, superstars, stunners;
Sweeps, snubs, superstars, stunners;
Christine Gauthier, a Canadian paralympian, detailed her experience of being offered MAiD when asking for a wheelchair lift. Veterans Affairs Canada has since denied this accusation.
Ethical end to life versus systemic suicide;
Many people online have cited their support for Mangione, who returned to court at the end of February.
Murder is still murder;
One controversial move by Trump was changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico. Though verified as such by Google, many netizens refuse to adapt to the sudden change.
One nation, under God, always divided;
Kendrick Lamar won five Grammys in 2025, making his total wins go up to 22. Just a few days later, he went on to perform at Super Bowl LIX’s halftime show.
Lamar headlines halftime show;
High winds have been the main cause for the raging fires happening in LA, being the suspect of the cause of the biggest fire in L.A., the Palisade.
Los Angeles engulfed in flames;
HMPV virus reaches outbreak;
Dangers of fake tanning;
Drug shortages reach new peak,
The solar eclipse on April 8 was visible all over the United States. People all over watched the total solar eclipse throughout the day.
Solar eclipse passes over United States;
Out of the new characters in Squid Games 2, some of the most memorable to fans are Thanos (T.O.P), the frontman himself (Byung-hun Lee), and a transgender character who used to be part of the marines (Park Sung-hoon).
Squid Game season 2 released Dec. 26;
Spring musical in full swing;
Playboi Carti captivated fans when he performed on stage, fueling anticipation for what he has next. Now as his current album remains in snippets, his supporters eagerly await its long-awaited release.
Playboi Carti turns his back on 2024;
NHHS alumni makes literary debut;
NHHS alumni makes literary debut;
Tyler, The Creator hosted multiple listening parties or surprise shows after the album's release. The main listening party was on October 27, and it was accompanied by surprise shows in Boston’s Converse headquarters and in NYC at Brooklyn Army Terminal.
Introducing CHROMAKOPIA;

Cry of the Hawk

Cry of the Hawk
Showcase
HCPS recognizes standout students;
Sarah Summerfield, Op/Ed Editor • March 2, 2025

Every month at North Harford, someone is named the “Student of the Month,” courtesy of the superintendent. In December and January, junior Xavier Dunaway and senior Lilliana McGraw were added to the list of recognizable, hardworking students.      The...

Entertainment
Out of the new characters in Squid Games 2, some of the most memorable to fans are Thanos (T.O.P), the frontman himself (Byung-hun Lee), and a transgender character who used to be part of the marines (Park Sung-hoon).
Squid Game season 2 released Dec. 26;
Kendall Walter, Sports Editor • February 13, 2025

 The hit Netflix show Squid Games has gotten a second season. Originally released in 2021, Squid Games introduced a new concept into television:...

Spring musical in full swing;
Lila Parry, News Editor • February 13, 2025

Spring musical comes back to North Harford bringing entertainment to the Hawks Nest on April 11 & 12. This year's musical will be the horror...

Playboi Carti captivated fans when he performed on stage, fueling anticipation for what he has next. Now as his current album remains in snippets, his supporters eagerly await its long-awaited release.
Playboi Carti turns his back on 2024;
Adriana Ebberts, Reporter • February 13, 2025

  Playboi Carti has done it yet again: Teasing an album for a whole year and never dropping it. The album I AM MUSIC was introduced to the...

Sports
Senior wrestlers are back in action taking on their final season taking on UBACS, states, and regionals. There are 12 seniors on the team with nine boys and three girls.
Paul and Tyson continued on their third round of the fight. Although both Tyson and Paul shared that the fight was fair, many netizens believe otherwise.
The juniors had big smiles after their victory over seniors. The juniors and seniors line up to congratulate each other after the game.
Students came together for a cornhole tournament in October. Students enjoyed getting to know each other and making new friendships.
The boys team celebrate their senior night rallies against Harford Tech. The boys lost by only two points in a close game.
The color guard is the newest addition to the Marching Hawks. Members explained that they would like to continue to improve throughout the season.
Opinion/Editorial
Sweeps, snubs, superstars, stunners;
Sweeps, snubs, superstars, stunners;
Lexi Gott, News Editor • March 2, 2025

  The Grammys is like the SuperBowl but for music lovers, so imagine that the worst possible football team won (like the Chiefs – sorry,...

Christine Gauthier, a Canadian paralympian, detailed her experience of being offered MAiD when asking for a wheelchair lift. Veterans Affairs Canada has since denied this accusation.
Ethical end to life versus systemic suicide;
March 2, 2025
Many people online have cited their support for Mangione, who returned to court at the end of February.
Murder is still murder;
March 2, 2025
One controversial move by Trump was changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico. Though verified as such by Google, many netizens refuse to adapt to the sudden change.
One nation, under God, always divided;
March 2, 2025
Kendrick Lamar won five Grammys in 2025, making his total wins go up to 22. Just a few days later, he went on to perform at Super Bowl LIX’s halftime show.
Lamar headlines halftime show;
March 2, 2025
News
High winds have been the main cause for the raging fires happening in LA, being the suspect of the cause of the biggest fire in L.A., the Palisade.
Los Angeles engulfed in flames;
Kendall Walter, Sports Editor • March 2, 2025

     The fires in California have been a new development over the past couple of weeks. The LA Times reports these fires started the first...

English teacher Mrs. Carla Harward in her classroom on her official last B-day. Harvard also served as a field hockey coach, as well as the advisor for yearbook staff.
Sophie Smith, Reporter • March 2, 2025

 One of North Harford’s English teachers, Mrs. Carla Harward, has officially retired and left teaching. She has been teaching at North Harford...

Features
Freshmen Breaking out of shells
STELLA MANNS, Sports Editor • September 28, 2023

Secretaries try for Family Friendly School Award
KENDALL WALTER, Reporter • September 26, 2023

   The North Harford secretaries recently shared they collectively have a goal that they want to achieve, the Family Friendly School Award. (1)...

Health and Science
High winds have been the main cause for the raging fires happening in LA, being the suspect of the cause of the biggest fire in L.A., the Palisade.
Los Angeles engulfed in flames;
Kendall Walter, Sports Editor • March 2, 2025

     The fires in California have been a new development over the past couple of weeks. The LA Times reports these fires started the first...

HMPV virus reaches outbreak;
Ashley Schillaci, Reporter • February 13, 2025

  Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that has recently reached a significant outbreak. This virus causes respiratory infections,...

Dangers of fake tanning;
Adriana Ebberts, Reporter • October 16, 2024

Tanning, whether achieved through natural sunlight or artificial methods like tanning beds and sprays, has become a popular trend for those seeking...