Back to Articles Feature Back to Sections My Experience Singing With MYO At Carnegie Hall Manal Layachi Volume 4 Issue 1 November 6, 2023 Image provided by Facebook On May 7th, I performed with my MYO group, the Nassau Senior Treble Choir, at Carnegie Hall. Carnegie Hall was first created in 1891, located on the corner of 57th Street and Seventh Avenue, it is a national historic landmark. All the MYO groups including mine got to perform on this prestigious stage. MYO stands for Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York and was created to foster a community of talented musicians from Long Island by providing them with an opportunity to perform choral and orchestral masterworks at a high level. I have been singing with MYO since 6th grade and it has been an amazing experience. My teacher this year was Mrs. O’Hanlon, a music teacher at Herricks High School, and she is an awesome conductor and mentor. Every Monday, we have rehearsal from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. We performed four songs at the concert at Carnegie Hall: “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by John Rosamond Johnson The first piece that we performed was “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” We did not sing the original version as a previous student of Mrs. O’Hanlon, James Floyd, arranged the song for us. At first, Mrs. O’Hanlon thought is was way too hard! With hard work and a lot of practice, we got the song down and even memorized it. This poem is referred to as “The Black National Anthem” and it was written by NAACP leader James Weldon Johnson in 1990. This song has beautiful harmonies and melodies. I loved it! “J’entends Le Moulin”: Composed by Traditional French Canadian. Arranged by: Donald Patriquin. Our second piece was “J’entends Le Moulin” composed by the Traditional French Canadian and arranged by Donald Patriquin. This is a fun French folk song that is like a “game of rhymes”. We had originally sung this song at our last concert at Adelphi, but Mrs. O’Hanlon wanted to give us another try to make it better and try it again at Carnegie. Although this song was tricky, we had a lot of fun singing it and learning the French. “What Happens When a Woman”: Composed by Alexandra Olsavsky Our final piece as a group was “What Happens When a Woman” composed by Alexandra Olsavsky. This song is about the empowerment of woman it was very cool to sing at Carnegie. The sound resonated so beautifully when we performed, it literally gave you goosebumps. We got to do moves with this song which was fun and interactive and there were six amazing soloists. This strong and empowering piece was a great way to end the MYO year. “Walk in Jerusalem” Arranged by Rollo A. Dilworth All the MYO choirs got to sing “Walk in Jerusalem”, and African American Spiritual arranged by Rollo A. Dilworth, as their final piece at Carnegie. Mr. Norris, a director of Choral Music at Glen Cove High School, conducted us. It was a fun and interactive choir church song. It was a cool experience singing with the other choirs. At the end of the concert, we got a standing ovation, and I was filled with pride and joy. Although this was my last MYO concert and I had mixed feelings, I cannot wait to sing at Carnegie Hall with MYO next year. Sources: www.myo.org About Carnegie Hall | Carnegie Hall Lift Every Voice and Sing | NAACP J'entends le moulin | Elektra Women's Choir BACK TO TOP

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Back to Articles Feature Back to Sections Tales Through Time: Lewis and Clark Expedition Rehmat Kaur Volume 4 Issue 4 May 29, 2024 Image Provided by the Library of Congress Painting of the Lewis and Clark expedition in a canoe meeting some Native Americans (1905), by Charles Marion Russell Background In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States asked for $2,500 to send an officer and a dozen troops to explore the Missouri River, establish diplomatic relations with Indians, increase the American fur trade, and find the Northwest Passage. The voyage became significant when the United States consented to the Louisiana Purchase, which involved Napoleon selling 828,000 square miles of French land for $27 million. Jefferson nominated Meriwether Lewis as expedition commander, who gathered weaponry, built a keelboat, and obtained smaller boats. William Clark, his military superior, was appointed as co-commander. Congress sponsored the expedition before the discussions with France were finalized. Lewis and Clark shared equal responsibilities and were given the opportunity in 1796 to embark on a historic journey that would help shape the country. The Expedition The expedition, including four dozen men, traveled 10 to 20 miles every day. Lewis discovered 178 new plants and 122 animals, naming them Philadelphus lewisii , Lewisia rediviva , and Clarkia pulchella . The expedition met enormous herds of animals and ate well, despite the Lakota tribe's unwillingness to compete with Americans. Despite suffering from diarrhea, venereal disease, boils, tick bites, and bruises, only one person died. The expedition conducted conferences with Native Americans, offering commerce and food. The Lakota tribe tried to stop the expedition from moving upstream, but Chief Black Buffalo's diplomacy calmed the situation. The expedition landed in Mandan and Hidatsa settlements near Bismarck, North Dakota, and prepared supplies for Jefferson. In June 1805, the expedition group arrived at a river fork and elected to take the south branch, which was thought to be the main route. They named the north fork Maria's River and arrived at the Great Falls. The portage was difficult given the rough terrain, prickly pear cactus, hailstorms, and grizzly bears. The crew landed in Knife River Village in what is now North Dakota. They encountered Sacagawea, a Shoshone Native American woman, and her fur trader husband, Toussaint Charbonneau, who accompanied the expedition as interpreters. Sacagawea assisted the crew in obtaining necessary supplies, identifying edible plants, and avoiding conflict with neighboring tribes. The group moved west at 15 to 20 miles per day and landed near the Pacific Ocean in November 1805. The Return In 1806, the Corps of Discovery departed Fort Clatsop, traversed the Missouri River Basin, and broke up at Lolo Pass. Lewis and Clark's crews investigated the Maria’s River and the Yellowstone River, with Lewis's group building Pompey's Pillar, which was named after Sacagawea's son. The corps landed in St. Louis in September 1806 and departed for the Pacific Ocean in November. Due to heavy storms, they were forced to build Fort Clatsop near Astoria, Oregon. They intended to return via the Columbia and Missouri rivers but encountered neither. They broke into parties to investigate the region and two important Missouri River tributaries. In March, Sacagawea and her husband were brought home to North Dakota before continuing their journey. Later the groups rejoined and traveled downstream to complete their quest. The Legacy Despite various obstacles, Lewis and Clark completed their goal to explore the Louisiana Territory from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean in 1806. They traveled over 8,000 miles, created informative maps, and established friendly connections with Native American groups. Both earned double salaries and 1,600 acres of land in exchange for their services. Lewis was appointed Governor of the Louisiana Territory, while Clark was named Brigadier General of Militia and federal Indian Agent. Despite Lewis's terrible death in 1809, Lewis's expedition is still one of America's most renowned. The Corps of Discovery Expedition carved out a primitive route to the Pacific and laid the groundwork for the nascent nation's westward expansion. The mission gave major geographic and scientific information about the West, helped to expand the fur trade, and enhanced the United States's claims to the Pacific. Sources: Lewis and Clark: Expedition, Purpose & Facts | HISTORY Lewis and Clark Expedition | Summary, History, Members, Facts, & Map | Britannica Lewis & Clark Expedition | National Archives Lewis and Clark's Expedition ( nationalgeographic.com ) BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Entertainment & Media Back to Sections The Popularity of Stranger Things Mya Hans Volume 6 Issue 3 June 8, 2026 Image Provided by Unsplash Netflix’s Stranger Things has been named one of the “Greatest TV shows of the 21st Century” by IMDb, a popular and trusted source for entertainment content. Ironically enough, this show was initially rejected about fifteen times by Netflix executives but has now become the most popular show on Netflix ever. This show follows a group of friends who encounter supernatural elements and make discoveries after their friend, Will, goes missing. It contains many plot twists and unfolded mysteries throughout the seasons. New characters are introduced each season, including Eleven with psychokinetic powers. She becomes the main character and helps her friends defeat evil supernatural creatures. You may be wondering: What makes this show so popular? One element of the show that makes it so popular is its setting. This show takes place during the 80’s, a very nostalgic time for adults. However, it also appeals to teenagers and kids because it is an era they have never experienced before, making things like fashion, slang, and music an interesting part of the show. In fact, the song “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush, a pivotal song in season four of Stranger Things, regained popularity and obtained millions of streams on Spotify and TikTok. Additionally, the main characters are a huge part of what makes the show. Each kid in the friend group: Eleven, Mike, Lucas, Dustin, Will, and Max have different backstories and personalities, but they all come together to defeat the supernatural forces they are up against. The dynamics in the show are unique as the kids, their older siblings, friends, and parents are all involved in the journey. There are very heartfelt moments of friendship within the show including sacrifices, which has led to death for some characters. Additionally, the CGI in the show is incredible. With special sound effects, powers, and monsters it makes you forget it is not real. The mix of genres within the show also makes it popular. It includes comedy, coming of age, horror, and sci-fi elements all in one show, assuring there is always something viewers can look forward to watching. Lastly, the popularity of the show also has to do with the strategic releases of each season. The first season aired in 2016, the second in 2017, the third in 2019, the fourth in 2022, and the fifth and final season is released in parts: on Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, consecutively. Each season also ends in a cliffhanger, making the audience eager to see what happens next. On TikTok, Stranger Things has also received attention because fans are posting their theories of what is going to happen next, making the show even more talked about. Moreover, the finale of Stranger Things, which was released on New Years Eve, was available to watch in theaters. This has never happened in Netflix’s existence. Overall, viewers love the show for its blend of nostalgia, suspense, and friendship. Stranger Things will go down as one of Netflix’s most popular shows of all time and one of the most loved shows of the century. It will remain as a show that connected generations through its suspenseful and exciting storytelling, BACK TO TOP

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Back to Articles Polaris Back to Sections Fall By Navrosedip Kundlas Volume 2 Issue 7 June 13, 2022 Image provided by DK Findout Look around The world's changing all around Colors flying Babies crying Out of all seasons This one's my favorite for many reasons Number one And then I'll be done   Trees swaying Children playing Bouncing up and down I can see the whole town Breeze is chilly, kissing my cheek Shivering, I run to the creek Strands of hair come lose from my bun And that's when it gets fun   Red, orange, yellow That's when things start to get mellow Shhhhhhhhhh Crack! I turn around and see a pack It seems like I'm flying And then I start crying Blood's dripping everywhere Looks like the creek doesn't want visitors here   Is it me or am I hallucinating Ghosts are emerging Zombies are popping from the ground I fall, waiting to be found Excitement races through my body Even though the blood is flowing Laughter rings throughout my yard My siblings' plan worked after all Anger shoots up to my head All I can see is red   Jumping up I face them Humor isn't in my mind A rock goes sailing in the air I can't tell who began the war But I all I know, is to get revenge Ahhhhhhhhhhh My body looks like a bloody mess I knew I should have played chess Instead I went outside Not knowing I might not come back inside   Red, blue, white Lights are flashing My mother's screaming Cut! Oh, how much I love fall Making movies and all 5 stars That's what we got My father loved the movie after all Maybe we'll make another one next fall BACK TO TOP

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Back to Articles News Back to Sections Goodbye Ms. Suarez! By Elaine Ching Volume 2 Issue 7 June 13, 2022 Original photography by Mrs. Mansfield From being the advisor to multiple clubs to teaching in the Special Ed department and co-teaching in many subject areas, Ms. Suarez is wrapping up her North High School career, which began in 1988, this year. During recent years here at North, Ms. Suarez has served as the sole advisor to the Culture Society since the club was created just a few years ago. It is dedicated to exploring and teaching about different cultures. She has brought in speakers and special guests to share at club meetings. Due to her involvement and dedication, she helped multiple North students with the ability to experience new cultural foods and celebrations, along with registering the club with UNICEF to help those in need further as North pilots our first-ever chapter. As well as organizing multiple events over the years, this year’s International Night tickets were sold out, with students lining up after school to see if they could somehow still buy one and attend. That event is usually a big hit and includes food, dancing, and a fashion show contest. Ms. Suarez has proven herself to be a fantastic and hardworking advisor. Furthermore, Ms. Suarez also serves as co-advisor to the National Junior Honor Society at North. She helped with the beautifying of the courtyard alongside many NJHS members, as well as helping provide many NJHS members with service opportunities that helped them keep up with their service hour commitments. Not only this, but she cared about the NJHS members outside of their service at North, as she offered many activities and support for them. After speaking with a student who had Ms. Suarez as a teacher, they described her as a wonderful influence who pushed them to be their very best at math. In addition, the student said that they did try harder after being pushed. They said that this year was a difficult one for their academics due to the previous years with the coronavirus, so having a good teacher truly helped them. Also, they were saddened to hear that this would be Ms. Suarez’s last year as a teacher at North High School. This positive feedback demonstrates that Ms. Suarez is a wonderful advisor and a motivational teacher. Some quotes from North students who were thankful for having Ms. Suarez as a teacher/advisor: “She is motivated and enthusiastic when learning about other cultures, I’m really going to miss her” “Ms. Suarez was a wonderful advisor; I don’t know what I’m going to do next year without her!” “It’s a shame that she’s retiring, but I wish her all the best!” Some quotes from her North co-teachers: “After one of my colleagues inherited my co-teaching class with Ms. Suarez, I warned her: ‘She makes you work harder than you can ever imagine!’ She’s that dedicated to every aspect of her work and is always advocating for her students.” “She is a ROCK STAR co-teacher and an inspiration. She never stops working or thinking about her students and their needs, both academic and social-emotional. I never would have survived quarantine or hybrid teaching without her. She keeps in constant contact with her kids and their families and teachers – never accepting anything less than their best. And she gets it from them, and they succeed and move on. Her students and co-teachers are so fortunate to have her working for them, and I don’t know what we are going to do around here without her!” While the North community is saddened to see Ms. Suarez leave, we wish her all the best in her future adventures! BACK TO TOP

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Back to Articles Sports Back to Sections FALL RECAP Rehmat Kaur Volume 4 Issue 2 January 16, 2024 Image provided by Sophia Songveeratham Boys Volleyball had an undefeated regular season going 16-0 and winning the Conference Championship. They qualified for the playoffs where they lost a hard-fought battle to Great Neck North. Senior Danny Kosior earned All-County honors. Junior Erik Ziemblicki also earned All-County Honors and was named Conference Player of the Year. Girls Volleyball had a conference record of 5-9. They played Bellmore JFK in the playoffs where they lost a hard-fought battle. Alyanna Nadal earned All-County honors, Isabella Feldman and Nattly Lindo both earned All-County Honorable Mention and Cianna Nadal earned All-Conference. They also earned distinction as a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team with a team GPA of 93.214. The Girls Varsity Tennis team had 9 wins and 5 losses. Anna Persaud received All Conference and Ella Cason received the USTA Sportsmanship Award. The players performed admirably in all their matches, making the season memorable. They also earned distinction as a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team with a team GPA of 93.325. Boys Varsity Cross-Country won the Division Champions with Coach Tim Boyens. Kevin Beltran and Matteo Somma received All-County, while Chamar Borden , Mateusz Grabowski , Frank Polizzi , and Charles Wu received All-Conference for their amazing performance. They also earned distinction as a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team with a team GPA of 95.971. Girls Varsity Soccer earned distinction as a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team with a team GPA of 91.652. Dayanara Castillo received All-Country, while Lia Giaconelli and Elena Magno earned the All-County Honorable Mention. Claudia Sherman received the All-Conference for her amazing performance. The Boys Varsity Football season was summed up by 2 wins, against Division and Floral Park, and 6 losses. Senior Nicholas Naumov earned the All-County Honorable Mention and Terry Medor received All-Conference. Boys Varsity Soccer player Alexis Avila Bermeo received the All-Country, while Raphael Baez and Joaquin Perez earned All-Conference. District Varsity Girls Swimmer, sophomore Sarah Flynn, received the All-Conference and 100M Butterfly & 200 Medley Relay. Girls Cross Country earned distinction as a NYSPHSAA Scholar-Athlete Team with a team GPA of 93.496. Junior Manal Layachi represented the girls' team at the State-Qualifier Championships at Bethpage State Park on Saturday November 4th, 2023. BACK TO TOP