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Students dive into history with “Salt to the Sea.” Alik, a member of the freshmen book club, shared, “this book really makes you feel the weight of history and the power of survival stories.” The club meets weekly to discuss themes of resilience and humanity in literature.

Reading in Book Clubs

William Sprouse, Journalism 1 Photographer • December 19, 2024

Kimmy Ferman and Star Granado rip crab to make crab rangoons.

International Foods Cooks

Fallon Schnieders and Ayuen Wel • December 19, 2024

COMMUNITY HISTORY Junior James Mueller works on an assignment regarding the current project in AP Government. The goal is to create an interactive way for citizens to learn about the Declaration of Independence. “The possibility of the project genuinely being created and put somewhere in the community is fun,” Mueller said.

AP Government Challenges Creativity

Stellah Meadows, Journalism 1 Photographer • December 18, 2024

On Thursday, Dec.5, junior Luke Robinett plays his bass looking toward his director Erick Theno. This is the symphonic orchestra, the elite of string instruments. They played “Plowing Through the Snow” at this part of their Christmas concert. Which is why there’s a Santa hat. “I thought we did really good,” Robinett said. “We’ve been working a lot on intonation, recently, which really, I think really helped. And then I think just kind of the work we’ve put in, we’ve all been on the same page, just working hard.”

Symphonic Orchestra Plays Holiday Concert

Niko Nakahodo and Reece Schroeder • December 8, 2024

In room 250, the American Sign Language Club meets on Tuesday, Nov. 14, to learn the rest of the alphabet, how to introduce themselves, and basic greetings. Freshman Lilyana Guising introduces herself in ASL to freshman Eloise Camarda. Guising and Camarda were here for broadcasting but decided to join in learning. “The first thing we learned is class was ‘Hello, my name is, and then fingerspell your name,” sponsor Robin Marsh said.

ASL club learns signs and respect for the community

Katelynn Murphy, Journalism 1 Photographer • November 23, 2024

Rae Nold, Emma Arnone, Will Strub, Cooper Droegemueller, Brian Mayer, Kale Williams, Thorstan Harris, Cooper Archer and Nicholas Meroney line up field side.

Three Journalists Place at National Competition

NorthmenNews staff • November 10, 2024

At the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention in Philadelphia, Penn., three Oak Park journalists brought home wins. __________________ The Journalism Education Association hosted the...

Sponsor Jennifer Hoxworth introduces other members including senior Saeed Shalabi, sophomore Hunter Ake, junior TJ Kahoe, and senior Katelynn Murphy. In this meeting, dates of next meetings and what the club will be doing were discussed. Infinity Club will meet every second Wednesday, other than in January and May.

Club Renames Itself to Become More Inclusive

Katelynn Murphy, Journalism 1 Photographer • November 4, 2024

The Autism Club recently changed its name to Infinity Club. Future meetings include: Nov. 13 - Trashy Nature Walk Dec. 11 - Cookie decorating and hot cocoa. Jan. 15 - game boards and...

A tiny witch takes candy from a Cheer Trunk or Treat table. The event ran from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in the main courtyard and surrounding hallways.

Cheer hosts Trunk or Treat

NorthmenNews staff • October 31, 2024

Junior Gianna Guerrero enjoyed her role as a tutor at the Meadowbrook Elementary School Fall Festival. "The kids were very nice and appreciative," Guerrero said. At the event, there was a variety of games, including rolling pumpkins and bowling with them. Players had the opportunity to win prizes like tattoos, squishy toys, and Halloween rings. Guerrero also suggested improvements for the winners' prizes and different prizes for each of the games.

Oakies volunteer for Meadowbrook’s Fall Festival

Giovanna Guerrero, Journalism 1 Photographer • October 30, 2024

A+ and how it can help you

A+ and how it can help you

Rebecca Thomson, Journalism 1 reporter • October 24, 2024

As a first grader walks to lunch, they notice a fellow student out in the hall with someone they haven’t seen before. They seem to be reading together, with the peer attempting to sound out words and...

the Oak Street Singers, HOSA, Volleyball, Cross Country, and Football representatives make a tunnel to welcome the Meadowbrook students outside for the first ever Homecoming Traveling Parade.

Oak Park’s Traveling Parade at Meadowbrook Elementary

Brian Mayer, Yearbook PhotoEditor • October 3, 2024

Students prepare to dance

Sophia Giggy • October 1, 2024

Stores buzz with excitement from young men and women as the homecoming season opens. Many people plan to attend the homecoming dance Saturday, Oct. 5. Homecoming can be expensive, tickets cost $15,...

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