Stories by Addison Sell

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Legislative Updates: Laws On Bathroom Use?

Many Northwest High School students are shocked and appalled by a law that has been placed on bathroom usage for students, Iowa Senate File 482, which was signed into law on March 23rd, 2023.  In an email sent by Superintendent Dr. Brad Buck, it was revealed that the school must…

by Addison Sell  •  Apr 10, 2023
Culture

Grammys Review

The 65th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 5th, 2023, showcased and rewarded many of Northwest students’ favorite artists.  One of the biggest highlights of the entire night was when Beyoncé made a fittingly regal entrance. She came to the awards ceremony late after being stuck in traffic, which caused…

by Addison Sell  •  Mar 24, 2023
Culture

Valentines Day

February 14th, Valentine’s Day, is one of the most hated holidays of the year. Single people of all ages have their qualms with the holiday, for the reason that they don’t have a partner to spend it with. It tends to highlight a streak of loneliness within people, which makes…

by Addison Sell  •  Feb 15, 2023
Culture

World Languages at Northwest

Northwest High School students are interested in the ability to learn more languages within the school. The Waukee School Community District has only offered two languages, Spanish and German. Even though taking a World Language class is not necessarily required to graduate high school, most students take the courses because…

by Addison Sell  •  Jan 24, 2023
Culture

Midnights Album Review

Taylor Swift’s 10th studio album, Midnights, has been playing throughout the halls of Northwest High School like crazy since its release on October 21, 2022.  Since the artist released her debut album in 2006, people have been obsessed with her. She started with country songs on her debut album, but…

by Addison Sell  •  Nov 14, 2022
Culture

Prairieview’s New Phone Restriction

Prairieview (PV) students are being affected by the new phone policy that has been instilled at PV for the 22-23 school year. The new phone rule has turned most students’ school days upside down since the policy is so different from other measures Waukee schools have taken against phones in…

by Addison Sell  •  Sep 21, 2022