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New Trier News

The student news site of New Trier High School

New Trier News

The student news site of New Trier High School

New Trier News

Letter to the editor

Letter to the editor

November 9, 2021

First, I’d like to both congratulate and thank the entire staff of the New Trier News for physically publishing VOL. CII, No.1 on Friday, November 5th, 2021.  This edition continues a proud tradition,...

Above are a few the titles that many English courses require their students to read, including classics like Romeo and Juliet and The Great Gatsby.

How reading classics in English classes sparks enjoyment in reading

Said Aydin, Managing Editor
November 5, 2021

Just last week, I was roaming the isles of Barnes and Nobles, looking for any books that would strike me as particularly interesting. As I was trying to get to the fiction section, I briefly passed...

Above are a few the titles that many English courses require their students to read, including classics like Romeo and Juliet and The Great Gatsby.

A high school burden or a lifelong love?

Lucas Eisen, Opinions Editor
November 5, 2021

Every year, students come into the first day of school, sit down in their English class, and receive a syllabus. Beyond offering the guidelines for academic integrity and typical classroom rules,...

Auburn quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Mississippi Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021 in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

College athletes able to receive compensation for their names

Joey Murray, Sports Editor
November 3, 2021

On July 1, history was made in college sports. Student athletes are now allowed to seek compensation for their name, image, and likeness (NIL). As a result of this change, student-athletes have maximized...

We are disappointed with the decision to cut print editions

We are disappointed with the decision to cut print editions

November 2, 2021

Many students may wonder why the familiar stacks of the New Trier News aren’t showing up in their adviseries every Friday.  It isn’t because we stopped reporting the news.  It’s because the...

At New Trier, the intense nature of extracurriculars prevents students in their pursuit of multiple activities and leadership opportunities

“The New Trier Dilemma” inhibits student body

Lucas Eisen, Opinions Editor
October 5, 2021

Since the first days of freshman year, students are encouraged by parents, teachers, and advisers to explore their interests and build smaller communities by joining organizations. However, the commitment...

At Tampa International Airport, travelers outfitted in protective face masks make their way past the ticket counter. Many major airlines, including United and American Airlines, require masks for travel.

How have we not been doing this this whole time?

Lucas Eisen, Opinions Editor
September 21, 2021

Though many grumble and groan over the struggle of wearing a mask, at the very least we can recognize that masks have kept many of us healthy over the course of this past year and a half. Really,...

The new schedule replaces the 70 minute period with 85 minutes, with some classes, like science, meeting in half blocks every other day

Why the 85 minute schedule isn’t as bad as you think

Said Aydin, Managing Editor
August 22, 2021

At first, all I heard about the new schedule was criticism. Many students, including me, felt that 85 minutes was too much for the average student’s attention span. And although we took surveys showing...

 Mannequins at Neapolitan in Winnetka caused some concern among residents because of the blue QAnon bracelets around their wrists

Revisiting the Winnetka QAnon-themed store window

Connor Caserio, Opinions Editor
May 7, 2021

Last March, only a week after the pandemic struck, grounding daily life to a halt, I wrote an article for the New Trier News examining a QAnon-themed window display at Neapolitan, a women’s luxury goods...

Guides like this one, found on the school library website, can teach non-Muslims about Ramadan through interactive videos, articles and slides

No, not even water: Why non-Muslims should learn about Ramadan

Said Aydin, Managing Editor
April 28, 2021

“What do you mean you’re fasting? You’re going to run the mile!” bellowed my seventh grade gym teacher.  I tried to formulate a response, attempting to squeeze an explanation out of me. My...

UCLA players huddle on the court after their heartbreaking Final Four loss against Gonzaga

Who says there’s no crying in sports?

Connor Caserio, Opinions Editor
April 14, 2021

I still remember how I started crying after my elementary school basketball team, one of the first sports teams I ever played for, lost a close and hard-fought game. My emotions overcame me—I just started...

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