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Katerina Ly

Katerina Ly

Lillian Tram, Project Manager December 14, 2016

"Sometimes [parents] don't understand how their kids feel. They have really high expectations that are hard to reach. My dad sent an email to the counselor because he wanted to get me into MST but they...

iPads Not Likely to Meet Expectations

iPads Not Likely to Meet Expectations

Braedon Harris, Reporter November 3, 2016

With the 1:1 iPad rollout ending in September, many are debating whether or not the iPads will be beneficial in classrooms. The district’s intention is to ensure equity of resources through the iPads....

iPhone Gone Wrong

SaSchel Moore, Reporter March 31, 2016

The fire alarms sounded through the hallways, causing every student to rush to the nearest exit. This time it was not a prank or a case of burnt cookies. A phone had caught flame. On Wednesday March...

Acting dreams turn into long life-journey

Acting dreams turn into long life-journey

SaSchel Moore, Reporter November 4, 2015

Ever since she was a child, Dr. Cara Cerrone had a dream. Coming from an abusive home where talking could get her into trouble to becoming a chiropractor and getting her doctorate degree is a journey that...

Teacher’s positivity helps him power through

Teacher’s positivity helps him power through

Brittany Davis, Reporter April 20, 2015

The room is in semi-darkness. The light from the computer screens allow the students to type their web design notes. The teacher laughs and jokes with his students about the notes – and his arm. Technology...

Schooled by social media

Liz Fraide, Business Manager/Contributor October 8, 2014

The school has been increasing the use of social media . Classes, clubs, and even the counselors have social media accounts in hopes of reaching out to students and informing them instantaneously in...

HOSA implements study hours

Elise Coleman, Editor-in-Chief February 28, 2014

Due to the realignment of Area 3 HOSA, North Garland HOSA is competing with more high schools for spots at competition. This year, NG HOSA began implementing study hours to stay competitive in Area 3. Secretary...

Apple room added to benefit MST students

Connie Ho October 14, 2013

With the recent expansion of the school, the addition of the Apple room in the 500 hallway allows students to work with advanced technology. MST coordinator Emilie Baxter said the Apple room is a place...

HST program expands with new wing, equipment

HST program expands with new wing, equipment

Connie Ho October 14, 2013

Because the Health Science Technology program was getting bigger, the new HST area was built over the summer in order to accommodate the students in the program. HST teacher Kevin Hunter says the HST teachers...

Helicopter lands for class demonstration

Helicopter lands for class demonstration

Myles Bolden February 19, 2013

Emilie Baxter, second year engineering teacher, is responsible for the bright red helicopter that landed behind North Garland’s athletic field house on Feb. 19. Baxter is in charge of the high-school...

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