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Few that it doesn't show the names but colors are autism at 1.7% the magenta, schizophrenia 1.5% the small sliver of light green, and synesthesia the one that says 4.4 that's light yellow. Neurotypical describes individuals whose brains and cognitive functioning are considered within the typical range for their culture and age group, while neurodivergent describes individuals whose brains and cognitive functioning differ from what is considered typical. Statistics were from the article On The Neurodivergent Majority by Laura Weldon

Bridging the Gap

Katelynn Murphy, Journalism 1 Reporter
May 6, 2025
At 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6, senior Katelynn Murphy bundled up in layers and headed outside to dig her mother's work van out of the snow. The van was buried under a thick layer of snow, and the windows were completely frosted over. It took a good amount of effort to shovel around the tires and scrape the stubborn ice off the windshield, but she knew it had to be done so her mother could get to work the next morning. After a good amount of time being in the chilly air, Murphy climbed into the van to take a break and tried to warm up. It was only 7 degrees outside, and the heater in the van was just beginning to kick in after being on the whole time Murphy shoveled. Despite the cold, there was satisfaction in knowing she had helped make mother's morning just a little easier. Moments like these remind Murphy of the importance of showing up for the people you care about, even when it's tough and just a little chilly.

[Photo] Winter Storm Blair sends students home for record week

NorthmenNews staff
January 10, 2025
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 Guisinger introduces herself in ASL to freshman Eloise Camarda. Guisinger and Camarda were here for marketing 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
NEFFEX "Destiny" cover art, used through fair use

Review: NEFFEX

Katelynn Murphy, Journalism 1 reporter
November 10, 2024
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
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