NCHS Courant

14/06/2018

Read about Junior, Conor West and his achievement of becoming a 2018 Governor Scholar.
http://nchscourant.com/conor-west-granted-2018-governor-scholar-award/

Alexandra Harte, Reporter On Thursday May 24, Junior Conor West, his parents and Assistant Principal David Gusitsch attended a luncheon at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville where Conor …

14/06/2018

Before we watch the Seniors graduate on Thursday, June 21, don't forget to read about the meaning behind the procession song they walk out to.
http://nchscourant.com/an-nchs-graduation-tradition-students-create-the-procession-song/

Olivia Flaherty-Lovy, Reporter Every year, a class graduates. And every year, the seniors walk out to a procession song. For the past 10 years, however, the song playing while the sen…

14/06/2018

The NCHS Courant has new Editors in Chief! Click the link to find out who will be running the newspaper next year.
http://nchscourant.com/nchs-courants-new-editors-in-chief-announced/

Emma Shullman, Reporter As the school year is wrapping up it seems that the juniors have already taken on their roles as seniors. From sitting on the senior patio to being anchors on Fr…

14/06/2018

Spice up your "stay-cation" with these fun activities going on in Connecticut this summer.
http://nchscourant.com/18-ways-to-own-your-summer-in-connecticut/

Matt Pelli, Kayla Beck, 1. Go to a music festival or summer concert Some very popular music festivals are Governors Ball, Panorama, Xfinity theatre and Meadows. They ar…

14/06/2018

Our Seniors are gone! Find out where they went in Caroline Cioffi's story on Senior internships.
http://nchscourant.com/wait-where-are-all-the-seniors/

Caroline Cioffi, Reporter With a majority of the senior class gone, the halls are a lot quieter, classes are a lot smaller, and the parking lot (especially senior lot!) is a lot les…

14/03/2018

Elena Unger, Class of 2021, has a few questions about school safety.

By Elena Unger Class of 2021 My social media has been flooded with the horrifying tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and student opinions on gun control. Quotes have been re-posted on …

31/01/2018

The açai bowl game has been stepped up with new pineapple and coconut bowls, if you need this new trend for your gram, check out new post from Sundaes in the City!
http://nchscourant.com/sundaes-in-the-city-part-9/

Katie Tan, Media Reporter The hype of açai bowls has hit New Canaan with the delicious bowls from town shops, Embody and Green & Tonic. While they taste nice, their popularity can …

31/10/2017

The Courant's October edition is released tomorrow! Grab a copy from one of the tables around school to read about spirit week, a behind the scenes view of the cafeteria, the new sensory room, and more! Don't forget to scan the QR codes at the bottom of each page for more inside information!

17/09/2017

Wondering what DACA is? Heard about Dreamers but don't know who they are? Learn all about it in an article by Senior Editor Reilly O'Neill online on the Courant!

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22/12/2016

Haven't heard about the Courant staff's trip to 60 Minutes to meet with Executive Producer Jeff Fager and Coordinating Producer Alison Pepper? Check out this article to learn more:

Cat Levine, News Editor Instead of walking to their first period classes, on Tuesday, November 15 the Courant staff grabbed their umbrellas and hopped on a train to the CBS 60 Minutes h…

22/12/2016

Whether you're sipping hot cocoa or on an airplane to a tropical location, these festive reads are perfect for the holidays. Eva's top 10 features stories by John Green to get you in the holiday spirit this season.

Eva Pace, Arts & Technology Editor As you are surely aware, we have officially reached the Christmas season. Elm St. has been garnished with Christmas lights, the Holiday Stroll was…

22/12/2016

As juniors work on their Junior Research Papers, Ms. Luhtala is here to help. The latest update she's made helps students have easier access to the high school databases. Check it out next time you do research!

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20/11/2016

Check out Blogs editor Reilly O'Neill's new blog on 7 ways to manage stress

Reilly O’Neill Welcome back, NCHS! It is October of our new school year, which means we have 7 and a half months to go until it’s summer again. Seven long, difficul…

20/11/2016

Want to hear the scoop behind Eden Neleman's local art exhibition, "The Garden of Eden"? Check out this article to learn more:

Eva Pace, Arts Editor Every student artist’s dream is to be able to publish their work in a way so that it can be viewed and valued by the public. For most high school students, this is…

18/11/2016

Find out more about Jim Zambarano being awarded the Teacher of Excellence for 2016!

Cat Levine, News Editor Jim Zambrano, one of NCHS’s Career and Technology Education teachers, has been recognized by the Connecticut Technology & Engineering Education Associ…

19/10/2016

Ever wondered where all the new plants and umbrellas outside school came from? Find out here:

Leigh Charlton, News Editor Audrey Adl, Reporter If a visitor toured the NCHS campus prior to October of 2015, they would have noticed an abundance of struggling plant li…

19/10/2016

The ColaB is up and running! Check out how the faculty organized, implemented, and is using the Collaboration Room in the library.

Joelle Anselmo, Reporter Since fall of 2015, the faculty has been talking about making changes to the library, in the form of a space where could work together on assignments. It w…

19/10/2016

Check out Katie Tan's article to see what to expect in this fall's upperclassmen play, "Feathers in the Wind"!

Katie Tan, Reporter The stage lights beam on the faces of dedicated actors and actresses. The play comes to life as audience members cry in heartfelt scenes, then find themselves in hy…

10/10/2016

http://nchscourant.com/cover-the-athlete-reflects-sexism-in-the-media/ Check out the first of Holly Santero's blog posts on sexism in the media. Read her reaction to "Cover The Athlete" here:

Holly Santero, Senior Editor If you were one of the 24.5 million people who tuned into the Rio Olympics this summer, then you most likely noticed a sufficient amount of sexist repor…

10/10/2016

http://nchscourant.com/salt-to-the-sea-by-ruta-sepetys/
The Bookshelf blog is back! Click here to read Leigh Charlton's book review of "Salt to the Sea"

Leigh Charlton, News Editor A review of Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys. When the Titanic sank, it dragged 1,500 people with it to the bottom of the Atlantic. On the Lusitania, 1,200 …

26/09/2016

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The Courant is now offering subscriptions! To find out more and sign up, click below:

Drew Davis, Co-Editor-in-Chief As of the first 2016-2017 edition, the Courant is introducing a new subscription service. This service had been available in the past, but has taken a …

07/06/2016

If you're wondering what the heck is up with the new Instagram logo, Maura's got you covered. Read her opinions piece debating the effectiveness of Instagram's stylistic change here: http://nchscourant.com/instagram-stripping-of-identity-or-stepping-into-new-era/

Maura Kelley, Editor-in-Chief On May 11, 2016, one of the world’s most popular and prominent social media platforms took a big step in a new direction for its entire design int…

07/06/2016

Read about the way racial identity can affect us in this opinions piece by our new blogs editor, Riley O'Neill

Riley O’Neill, Blogs Editor What is identity? The question that guides sophomore English, and one that humanity has been contemplating for centuries. As I see it, there are hu…

19/05/2016

Check out what the boys soccer and football team are up to during the offseason in Sam Axon's story!

http://nchscourant.com/fall-sports-take-on-spring-training/

Samantha Axon, Reporter One may believe that once November hits, the fall sports are over until August rolls around the next year. But, some sports have elected to run Spring training…

18/05/2016

Check out this student profile on sophomore Sydney Kend!

http://nchscourant.com/student-profile-sydney-kend/

Cat Levine, Reporter Sydney’s palms rapidly grab at the oars as she races with nearby boats for the 2k. Her coxswain begins to shout loudly to “250 to the end we sprint here” and “empty…

18/05/2016

Stay out of the splash zone when reading about Junior Edward Rudman's stellar year on the NCHS swim and dive team. Learn more about Edward's record breaking season and experience at both FCIAC's and State Opens here!
http://nchscourant.com/edward-rudman-makes-a-splash-on-the-nchs-swim-team/

Chartlotte Spruck, Reporter Junior swimming superstar Edward Rudman pushes off of the block,and dives into the pool zooming past his competitors. This year, he has proved to be an a…

12/05/2016

Need guidance on how to prep for prom? No worries, the Courant's got you covered with tips from NCHS students on all sorts of primping for your special night!
http://nchscourant.com/prom-preparation/

Brooke Holland, Reporter With both Senior and Junior Prom both fast approaching, the school has started to buzz with talks of preparation. That means who’s taking who, where you’re…

21/04/2016

Hey Seniors! Are you all registered to vote yet? It's not too late!

Rosemary O’Neill Reporter Calling all seniors and juniors who will be turning 18 by November of 2016! Today at lunch the League of Women Voters in New Canaan set up tables wit…

21/04/2016

Want to know the details about NCHS's new spirit day, Ally Day on Friday the 22nd? Read all about it!
http://nchscourant.com/ally-day-comes-to-new-canaan-high-school-friday-april-22nd/

Cat Levine, Reporter Ally Day is tomorrow, Friday the 22nd of April. Students are encouraged to wear rainbow or tie die and sign a banner to be an ally in order to promote the awareness…

19/04/2016

Gain insight on body positivity in this new blog post by reporter Rosemary O'Neill

Rosemary O’Neill| I have been skinny my entire life. Now don’t go thinking I’m bragging about my amazing tiny waist with voluptuous bust and backside. No, I am the real …

07/04/2016

The Future Business Leaders class competed at the state DECA conference- read about their success here!

Leigh Charlton, Reporter Imagine that you are a college student moving into an off-campus apartment. As the apartment rent is too high for you to afford on your own, you have chosen t…

07/04/2016

Homework free April break you ask? Read Kate McMahon's Opinions piece on the administration's decision to turn breaks into what they are supposed to be!
http://nchscourant.com/great-but-can-we-free-ourselves-from-homework/

Kate McMahon Opinions Editor Not everyone looks forward to Mr. Egan’s weekly email, the appropriately named “Weekly Update”, but I for one enjoy it. Maybe it is because it makes me f…

01/04/2016

The Final Four is tomorrow - check out Sam Axon's story on the Final Four teams:
http://nchscourant.com/2016-final-four-preview/

Samantha Axon, Reporter On April 2nd, the Final Four teams will travel to Houston, Texas to face off for the championship. The four teams that have survived thus far are the Ok…

01/04/2016

It's Ed Milton's last day, how do you remember the beloved high school resource counselor? http://nchscourant.com/saying-goodbye-to-teen-talks-counselor-ed-milton/

Holly Santero, News Editor When walking down the hallway passing the nurse’s office, one may notice the small adjacent small whose doors are always. This room is home to Teen Talk…