Cry of the Hawk

The student news site of North Harford High School
From left to right: President Madyson Pullen-Staiger, vice president Lola Steele, and secretary Brianna Billings. To get updates about the Varsity Club, go follow their Instagram at @nhvarsityclub.
Varsity Club is back in action; Plans for becoming community oriented
Social Studies department gains new member;
Social Studies department gains new member;
The Harford Classic Band competition took place at Bel Air High School with both the band and color guard in attendance. The marching band will continue to perform throughout the school year.
Marching band prevails over rivals;
Event not to miss; Student-Teacher talent show comes early
The newly added full-size airplane and part of the new entrance was added for Field of Screams. Field of Screams has been open since 1993, with their first attraction being the Haunted Hayride.
Field of Screams adding, revamping;
The boys team celebrate their senior night rallies against Harford Tech. The boys lost by only two points in a close game.
Diving into wins; Boys volleyball season ending positive
The color guard is the newest addition to the Marching Hawks. Members explained that they would like to continue to improve throughout the season.
Color Guard returns to North Harford;
Swinging into states
Swinging into states
Student athletes discuss impacts of health challenges on sports
Gibson plans on beating her time in her next half marathon. Even though the weather was poor, she enjoyed the race.
Recent graduate runs half-marathon, reflects on race
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
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
Sophomore competes around country; Continues riding after struggles occur
David Richarson takes his first dive in honor of his 18th birthday. He is now completing requirements for a skydiving license.
David Richardson working towards solo skydiving license; Student describing once in lifetime experience
Girls love language
Changes in face of tragedy; Bags get booted from hallways
Celebrities don’t owe you their friendship;
Falcons to Hawks; NHMS makes switch to become ‘mini high school’
Social media spreads fiction, not fact;
Practicing and processing; Helping or harming students
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;
Sustaining yourself in apocalyptic supermarkets;
Alabama reproductive laws sparks conversation;
Gracie Abrams released second studio album; The Secret of Us Tour, deluxe album, fans reactions
Gracie Abrams released second studio album; The Secret of Us Tour, deluxe album, fans reactions
The newly added full-size airplane and part of the new entrance was added for Field of Screams. Field of Screams has been open since 1993, with their first attraction being the Haunted Hayride.
Field of Screams adding, revamping;
This was Welzant’s second concert of Charli XCX’s. She hopes to go to another concert of hers in the future, according to the senior.
BRAT SUMMER is saying goodbye to clean girls
Chappell Roan’s “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” album was released in 2023. The singer’s first-anniversary album tour is set to conclude with shows in Baltimore and New York City.
Introducing “Femininomenon”
Students take charge

Cry of the Hawk

Cry of the Hawk

Alexa Falls

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September 29, 2022

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September 29, 2022

Kendrick Lamar releases fifth studio album; Fans comment on new tracks

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June 2, 2022

Larrimore plans to retire, Martinek taking over athletic director position

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May 19, 2022
Record Store Day connects vinyl collectors

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May 19, 2022

Oscars results spark opinions, disagreements; Controversial slap leaves many surprised

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April 21, 2022

New book club for teachers established; Members share love for reading

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April 21, 2022

New word-guessing game has students thinking; Wordle becomes popular globally

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March 17, 2022
Rex Orange County’s new album ‘WHO CARES?’ It was released on March 11.

Rex Orange County announces new album release

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March 17, 2022

Students anticipate style development for 2022

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February 17, 2022

The Fallout tackles traumatic topics; HBO Max releases award winning film

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February 10, 2022

Students anticipate style development for 2022

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February 10, 2022

Yearbook staff working hard to produce new edition; Bold, bright, theme showcases diverse audience

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January 14, 2022

Marvel’s gift for holiday season ready for big screen; Spider-man: No Way Home released this December

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December 14, 2021

Red (Taylor’s Version) released; Fans love Swift’s second re-recorded album

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December 14, 2021

Bocce ball players win tournament; Athletes overjoyed about their victory

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November 18, 2021

FBLA continues to help communities immensely; Members share goals, accomplishments

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November 18, 2021

‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ is brought to theaters; Marvel continues movie franchise

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October 22, 2021
Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun in the first episode of Netflix's Squid Game. The Korean drama is being raved about globally.

Fans love new Korean drama Squid Game; Netflix original topping charts worldwide

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October 22, 2021
Harry Styles and his fans at the first show for ‘Love On Tour’ in Las Vegas. Styles kicks off the tour with an exciting start.

‘Love On Tour’ entertains fans; Styles exceeds expectations at concerts

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October 1, 2021
Simi Liu as the main character in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. This is Liu’s first movie with the Marvel franchise.

Simu Liu makes debut role for Marvel

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October 1, 2021

Importance of wearing sunscreen every day; Health risks associated with sun damage

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May 27, 2021

Importance of wearing sunscreen everyday; Health risks associated with sun damage

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May 18, 2021

Seniors share plans for summer after graduation

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May 18, 2021

Students’ favorite albums, songs, music genres

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May 18, 2021

Girl’s lacrosse springs into action; Athletes excited about sports starting again

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April 26, 2021

Festival on The Farm event; Mason-Dixon Country hosts occasion

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April 26, 2021

Lana Del Rey releases new studio album; ‘Chemtrails Over The Country Club’ gains popularity

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April 26, 2021
Senior Taylor Mason’s speech entry for WJZ’s Black History Oratory Competition. She won third place competing with 18 other finalists in the contest.

Taylor Mason takes third place in local competition; Black History Oratory Contest announces winners

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March 18, 2021
Taylor Swift’s Fearless: Taylor’s Version album cover. The album is available for preorder now.

Rerecorded Fearless album as Taylor’s Version; Swift releases the new Love Story, no other tracks

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March 18, 2021

How coffee or other caffeinated drinks affect you; Natural drug caffeine, its effects on body

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March 18, 2021
Junior Ben Sersen, number 52, posing with his teammates. The photo was taken during the last season the team was together.

Football players respond to cancelled sports season

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February 23, 2021
Phoebe Dynevor as Daphne Bridgerton in Netflix’s Bridgerton. Her role and costumes astonish many viewers.

Popular series ‘Bridgerton’ inspires new outfits; Netflix original sparks fashion trends for 2021

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February 23, 2021

Cruelty free brands minimalize animal testing; Organizations fight for wildlife rights

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February 23, 2021

Buffalo Bills fans prove sportsmanship still exists; Donations support Lamar Jackson after his injury

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January 21, 2021
Marvel’s WandaVision releasing in January of this year. Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany play the main characters.

New year, new upcoming movie releases; Disney announces upcoming films for 2021

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January 21, 2021

Quarantine causes changes in sleep schedules; Students say online school is ‘hard to manage’

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December 10, 2020

Euphoria’s new season airing early this month; HBO’s popular series continues with more episodes

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December 10, 2020

Fall, winter sports postponed; Students train, getting ready for spring season

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November 17, 2020

Writer reveals experiences as an author; NH graduate’s best-selling novels read across world

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November 17, 2020

Schitt’s Creek comes to end; Awards, nominations honor popular sitcom

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October 20, 2020

Enola Holmes added to Netflix; Millie Bobby Brown stars in new mystery film

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October 20, 2020

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September 24, 2020

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