Life As An AP Student
Desiree Gillem, Writer
May 17, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Uncategorized
Advanced Placement, AP, classes are designed to prepare you for college by challenging you academically. The classes practically force you to study hard, like what you would have to do in college. If you are considering an AP class, yes, the work load is tremendous, and you will get a lot of... Read more »
Avid Holds Annual Senior Farewell
Jessica Spence, Writer
May 15, 2013
Filed under Student Life
The annual Avid Senior Farewell will be held today at 6:30 in the auditorium. "I'm looking forward to hearing what teachers have to say about me and to see who everyone's sponsors are," said Sean Maggison, Avid 12 scholar. During the Farewell, seniors will be recognized by the Avid committee... Read more »
Scholars’ Reception
Chioma Eneremadu, Writer
May 10, 2013
Filed under Student Life
New Town High School's honor roll students were recognized for their academic achievements on Wednesday, May 8 in the auditorium. "Ninth graders made the most improvement, but we are proud of everyone who achieved honor roll status," Ms. Phillips, school to work coordinator, said. The guest speaker... Read more »
Lacrosse Coach Dies After Courageous Battle With Leukemia
Marcus Holland, Writer
May 6, 2013
Filed under Student Life
After a nine month battle with leukemia, New Town's lacrosse coach Terry Kimball succumbed to the disease. He was 56. Two years ago, Kimball and Mike Preston resurrected the boys lacrosse program at New Town. "Terry Kimball was a brother too me; he will never be forgotten. I love him and this... Read more »
New Town Participates in Inaugural Anti-Bullying Day
Asia Johnson, Writer
March 8, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
On Friday March 1, NTHS held its first school wide Anti-Bullying Day. The day was designated as the school system’s Anti-Bullying Day earlier this year by members of Superintendent Dr. Dallas Dance’s Student Advisory Board. "This event has made me more sensitive to ... bully victims," says Jaelin... Read more »
It’s Academic Team Appears on WJZ
Ashland Tann, Writer
March 7, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
New Town High School recently sent three of its finest to compete on the It's Academic show on WJZ channel 13. New Town High School competed with teams from Baltimore City College of Baltimore and Manchester Valley High School of Manchester. From the group of students who expressed interest... Read more »
Snow Days
Gabrielle Pryor, Writer
February 28, 2013
Filed under Student Life
Recently there has been an abundance of bad weather along the east coast and schools have been delayed, dismissed early, or cancelled, but so far this winter, there has been no official snow day. Ms. Maher, gym, who's from Connecticut, is used to the snow and enjoys snowboarding. "I hate the... Read more »
Senior Wins Second Place in WJZ Black History Oratory Contest
Donald Huskey, Writer
February 25, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
New Town senior Chioma Eneremadu finished second in the WJZ Black History Oratory Contest held Sunday at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in downtown Baltimore. “Despite the fact that I was born with a hearing impairment, I have grown to embrace who I am,” Eneremadu told WJZ personality Kai Jackson... Read more »
2013-2014 FAFSA Deadlines
January 15, 2013
Filed under Student Life, Top Stories
To be considered for federal financial aid, you must complete and submit a FAFSA. Additionally, most states, colleges and universities use the FAFSA to award other types of student aid, including state- and college-sponsored financial aid, such as grants, educational loans, and work-study programs. Even... Read more »
Balancing Culture and Life
Mary Burgess, Writer
January 8, 2013
Filed under Student Life
"My culture makes me who I am today," states Chioma Eneremadu, senior. Rigid restrictions and a focus on respect in her Nigerian household has shaped Eneremadu into a student determined to achieve academically. Eneremadu states, "Education is the key." In her family, education is highly valued... Read more »
