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

Jessica Fannin

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Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
April 26, 2022
Milk Before or After Cereal

Milk Before or After Cereal

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
April 26, 2022
The youth choir begins their trip to preform with new groups and learn from new instructors; The choir is made up of groups from all over Maryland.

Deer Creek Chorale perform for new audiences; Young performers take on tour

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
April 26, 2022
The chorale prepares new performance for their upcoming trips; Banghart’s musical career was sparked at a young age.

Banghart walks her own musical path; Little decisions make extraordinary experiences

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
April 26, 2022
Dismantling of America’s democracy; Canceling “cancel culture”

Dismantling of America’s democracy; Canceling “cancel culture”

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
April 26, 2022

Truckers banding together; Standing up to their government

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
March 23, 2022

Course of liver cancer evolving; Amazing science behind immunotherapy

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
March 23, 2022

Self-perpetuating cycle of blushing; Why we think turning cherry can be scary

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
February 15, 2022

Extreme tornadoes rip through Kentucky; Community clean up efforts

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
January 13, 2022

Punching like Rocky Balboa; Taking on opponents in boxing matches

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
December 14, 2021

What happened on November 30th?

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
November 16, 2021
The lambs enjoy the last of the warm weather outside the barn.; When the sheep were born, Densmore said they “made sure everything was safe, warm, and clean.”

New lambs born in school barn; animals provide opportunity for students’ hands-on learning experiences

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
November 16, 2021
The band was leaving, “New Orleans heading to Texas in 1989.”; He is still in contact with many of the friends that he met along the way.

Kidnapping Green Day’s lead singer; Band travels America

Jessica Fannin, IDR Editor
November 16, 2021
Singing or no singing

Singing or no singing

Jessica Fannin, IDR editor
November 16, 2021

Drum majors keep beats alive: Fight! Fight! Fight!

Jessica Fannin, Editor
October 19, 2021

Coming off major wins against challenging teams, Girls field hockey team bangs out goals

Jessica Fannin, Editor
October 19, 2021

Investigating true crime stories; Behind the mind of a killer

Jessica Fannin, Editor
October 19, 2021

Do you recognize these serial killers?

Jessica Fannin, Editor
October 19, 2021
New species crawling, hopping, climbing; Biological secrets uncovered

New species crawling, hopping, climbing; Biological secrets uncovered

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
May 27, 2021

Goodbye flex Friday, hello hybrid Hawks Soar; Next school years expectations

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
May 20, 2021
A daunting shot of the Pine Rockland trapdoor spider was captured by Zoo Miami; It’s keen resemblance to a Tarantula spider can be observed.

New species crawling, hopping, climbing; Biology secrets uncovered

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
May 18, 2021
The Spanish class’s partner school in Spain requested a picture of their friends in America to be put in a magazine for their school; Marissa Altenburg and Evan Kuzemchak pose virtually for the photo.

Global connections expanded; Partner school’s enlighten language learning

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
May 17, 2021
The logo for the shirts was created by freshman Katlyn Blosser.; Many students will take with them the skills they built in producing these films.

Simple film magic; First Hawk’s Handmade Film Festival

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
April 28, 2021
Grief’s slippery slope; Waiting on rain

Grief’s slippery slope; Waiting on rain

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
April 22, 2021
Herron lived in Washington, DC, for three years before moving to Ireland; Herron claims she, “will never forget the day Thor was dropped off and cannot wait to go on adventures with him.”

Camogie, Crisp, Sligo; Ireland’s cultivating culture

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
April 20, 2021
"Altenburg and her friends raced down to the beach to catch a glimpse of the sky as it exploded with more color, “than [...] [they] have ever seen.”; She hopes, “to go on longer trips in the future.”

No stress weekends give students breaks; Escapades with friends create memories

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
March 18, 2021
This was a big game against Hereford. Zoe Mikles gets ready to receive a pass from her teammate.

Pursuing opportunity in sports; Field hockey player’s college recruitment

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
February 19, 2021
Sara Puig has been in a relationship since middle school and understands ways to keep the spark alive.; She knows what she finds attractive or unattractive.

Smiles, waves, winks; Behind attraction, flirting

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
February 16, 2021
Julianna Jackson went through a lot in her break up.; The idea that “healing is not linear,” reassures Jackson that she is on the right track.

Achy-breaky heart; Lessons learned from heartbreak

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
February 16, 2021
Do you speed while driving?

Do you speed while driving?

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Zachary Cornman takes on icy roads

Zachary Cornman takes on icy roads

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Abbey Huneke takes on icy roads

Abbey Huneke takes on icy roads

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Josh Woods takes on icy roads

Josh Woods takes on icy roads

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Sara Puig takes on icy roads

Sara Puig takes on icy roads

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Students taking on icy roads

Students taking on icy roads

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 27, 2021
Monica Cespedes and her parents snapped a shot in front of el Zocalo, the main government building in Mexico City; She continues to explore the many aspects of the cultures that surround her.

Growing up bi-lingual; Student experiences many cultures

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 21, 2021
Jackie and her family took a trip to Fells Point; This is one of her favorite pages in the journal.

Keeping track! Student documents travel experiences

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
January 21, 2021
Kelly did research, “in Mexico while at the Biosphere 2 Center.” She is currently working at Johns Hopkins where she teaches, “very academically driven students from all over the world.”

Making friends with ocean critters; Marine Biologist plunges into aquatic life

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
December 10, 2020
Goodwin’s sister, Bethany Wright, says her sister is, “the best older sister [...] [she] could ask for. She’s very inspiring.”

Former newspaper editor becomes real estate lawyer; Chasing after life’s opportunities

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
December 10, 2020
Model A Fitness is packed with plenty of machines to help you get in shape. After 18-years Marie McComas worked her way up to this level of gym.

Risk and reward: finding the right balance

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
November 18, 2020
Bethany Wright still holds many of our schools swim team records. These records were just a start to the ones she would set on the National Swim Team.

Former Hawk dives into opportunities, travels across country for experiences

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
November 17, 2020
Poppin' with Positivity

Poppin’ with Positivity

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
November 17, 2020
Bethany is doing a move called a tilt for a photoshoot with an organization called Dance Hope Cure. She does these photoshoots to help spread awareness in the dance community about children struggling with cancer.

The Road to success; Athletes inspired by professional athletes

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
October 21, 2020
North Harford's soccer team proudly presents their trophy for winning the regional championship. Hawks went on to defeat Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Region I boys soccer title. Hawks went on to defeat Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Region I boys soccer title. Hawks went on to defeat Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Region I boys soccer title.Hawks went on to defeat Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Region I boys soccer title. Hawks went on to defeat Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Region I boys soccer title. Hawks were undefeated against Harford Tech, 4-0, in the Class 2A East Regional I boys soccer title.

The climb to become a coach; What it takes to be a good leader

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
October 21, 2020
Running from boredom; Summer projects provide energy

Running from boredom; Summer projects provide energy

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
September 24, 2020
Threading the needle; Clothing trends continue to evolve

Threading the needle; Clothing trends continue to evolve

Jessica Fannin, Reporter
September 24, 2020
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