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The Knight Crier
Online News Day or Knight - Official news site of North Penn High School - 1340 Valley Forge Rd. Lansdale, PA

The Knight Crier
MJ Tareq

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer

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Mrs. Joanne Borchers standing behind the desk where she has spent the last 25 years.

Mrs. Joanne Borchers signing off

Peyton Stagliano and MJ Tareq
May 30, 2024
DEFUND/DEFEND THE SLATE: Seen above are editors Connor Niszcak (left) and Elizabeth Peters (right) and their design of the “Defund/Defend The Slate” t-shirts which served as a response to some on-campus backlash for reporting on fraternity hazing at Shippensburg University.

Alumni Spotlight: Connor Niszczak to be Editor in Chief at Shippensburg

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
May 6, 2024
Knights Next Quest: CJ Leonardo

Knights Next Quest: CJ Leonardo

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
Knights Next Quest: Nina Branch

Knights Next Quest: Nina Branch

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
Knights Next Quest: Michael Peterson

Knights Next Quest: Michael Peterson

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
Students dressed down walking through the halls of North Penn.

OPINION: Uniforms in Public Schools – For the Better

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
SENIOR PROM 2024. In the background is the delightful Drexelbrook Event Center, and the graphics in the picture can be seen on the np.class.24 instagram page as well as on flyers posted around the school soon. For more information read below.

Senior Prom 2024: Everything you need to know

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
April 2, 2024
STUDENTS SOON TO BE SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS. Mr. Kevin Manero out of school for baseball, Senior Jenna Mohammed (seen above) steps up and serves as substitute teacher for his Public Speaking class.

North Penn students now eligible to be substitute teachers

MJ Tareq, Lirpa Loof
April 1, 2024
Time to Gussy Up America! North Penn HS teacher Gus Maurer has announced he is putting his hat in the ring to be the next leader of the free world.

Gus for U.S! Maurer announces Presidential run

MJ Tareq, Lirpa Loof
April 1, 2024
"WE WOULD LIKE TO OFFER YOU A PLACE ON THE WAIT LIST": What can an applicant do to get off the wait list and hopefully be accepted.

The weight of the waitlist

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
BOVELL AND HIS BUSINESS ADMIN. STUDENTS: Mr. Edward Bovell (seen above) teaching his seniors chapter 16 of the business administration course, Culture in Business.

[Photo] What Can North Penn Do For You; Business

Constantine Diatlov, Staff Writer
March 21, 2024
THE PAPERWORK-Seen above are Stein Seal Companies' informative paperwork (left), the PA State Standards for Pre-Apprenticeship Agreements (middle), and Stein Seal’s Job Shadow agreement (right).

North Penn’s Pre-Apprenticeship: In review

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
Government teacher Mr. Brian Haley, assisting one of his AP U.S. government students.

What can North Penn do for you; Law & Government

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Knights Next Quest: Ryan Caspar

Knights Next Quest: Ryan Caspar

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Knights next quest: Maddie Hanrahan

Knights next quest: Maddie Hanrahan

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 28, 2024
Knights next quest: Evan Kim

Knights next quest: Evan Kim

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
Knights next quest: Colin Byrne

Knights next quest: Colin Byrne

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 24, 2024
Knights next quest: Cullen McCann

Knights next quest: Cullen McCann

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
Knights next quest: Aaron Birkmire

Knights next quest: Aaron Birkmire

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
In the world of modern-day political polarization, is it time for a third party to emerge?

OPINION: It’s Party Time… the Third Party

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Online or on paper: which way of learning, studying, and grasping information is more beneficial for a student today? Well, the answer isn’t simple. Or is it?

OPINION: Digital vs. Paper Academics

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024
Option two: What this means looking forward

Option two: What this means looking forward

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
Mr. Richard Smith starts the second semester with his debate students with an introductory presentation.

Much to gain from North Penn’s Debate class

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
The Knight Crier through the years. What was once a paper newspaper has turned digital, in this photo the evolution of North Penn's newspaper is evident.

Joining The Knight Crier: What it takes

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
January 22, 2024
January 16th Special Election: Last glance at everything you need to know

January 16th Special Election: Last glance at everything you need to know

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
January 11, 2024
Bulanhagui warming up with 245 lbs on the squat.

The life of a student-lifter

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
January 9, 2024
GET THEM WHILE THEY LAST. With LEGO sets like the 911 Porsche and Batmobile in such high demand this time of year, it is not a bad idea to get your gift a little earlier this year.

LEGOS: Tis the Season to build joy

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
December 19, 2023
2023 Recap: Most notable North Penn events

2023 Recap: Most notable North Penn events

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
December 19, 2023
ON TOUR: North Penn's Mr. Pete Nicholson guides a group of community members on a tour of NPHS on December 12 2023.

Mid-December Recap on Reimagined North Penn High School

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
December 14, 2023
Senior MJ Tareq ranks his top study spots for North Penn Students.

MJ’s top study spots

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
TEACHERS WALLETS ARE EMPTY. An abundance of knowledge, yet, pinching their pennies. Considering their value, teachers in America today are not compensated adequately for their efforts and impact.

OPINION: Teachers are essential; time for salary to reflect that

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
November 21, 2023
Knight Crier and Accolade staff on the steps of the Low Library of Columbia University after attending the CSPA’s 83rd annual Fall Journalism Conference.

North Penn Journalists attend Columbia Univ.

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
November 10, 2023
Teacher Talk: Mr. Brian Haley, NPHS Social Studies teacher, navigates the Reimagine NPHS website. Teachers in the everyday trenches have varying views on how the potential full scale NPHS renovation could affect daily life.

Teacher Talk on reimagined North Penn High School

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
NORTH PENN BOYS WIN THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE WATER POLO CHAMPIONSHIP. Team posing at their home Rick Carroll Natatorium after their 5-4 victory. Image Source: Mike Cabrey/MediaNews Group 11/5/23.

North Penn boys bring home the State Water Polo Championship

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
November 7, 2023
BERGER, FREY TAKE ON NEW ROLES: Mr. Chris Frey (L) and Mr. Kyle Berger (R) have moved into new jobs at NPHS this year,

Catch up on Berger, Frey, and new roles

Riley Roach and MJ Tareq
October 31, 2023
NORTH PENN BRINGS BACK THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. North Penn High School’s Women’s Water Polo team after their 9-6 victory over Wilson High School, October 28, 2023.

North Penn girls bring back State Water Polo Championship

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
October 31, 2023
CRACKS IN THE FORTRESS: Crumbling concrete along the front steps of NPHS reveals much needed infrastructure changes that are visible in and outside of North Penn High School.

October Recap: Renovations & Referendum

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
Glovers gives an acceptance speech and presentation to North Penn students and staff.

Bo Glover receives NPAAA Lifetime Achievement Award

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
October 7, 2023
A lively environment, yet, a crumbling building.

September Recap: Renovations & Referendum

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
October 5, 2023
What grades might look like under North Penn High School's new grading policy.

Battling the “Catastrophic Zero”

MJ Tareq, Staff Writer
September 26, 2023
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