Traditional graduation ceremony set for July 31
Daniel Gonzalez-Arevalo, Newtonian Staffer
May 10, 2020
With the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States schools have been forced to stop physical classes and cancel other events in an attempt to stop the spread of the virus. Events that were canceled included prom and all spring sports. Even the event that most high school students work towards, their high...
Who’s that baby?
Addie Lindenmeyer, Newtonian Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2020
While some might find their photos embarrassing and others cute, there is no question that guessing the baby picture is a fun game. Predict which baby picture belongs to each photo. Collage 1 Answer Key: Row 1 (from left to right): Rianna Henderson, Meya Green, John Janzten, Reagan Moe, Abigail Jackson Row 2 (from left to right...
Senior future plans
Ann Pomeroy, Elly Green, and Ellen Miller Garrett
May 8, 2020
Class of 2020 - Future Plans *Information obtained through survey as of May 6, 2020. Tucker Ainsworth-Woods - Undecided Felipe Alejo - Undecided Christopher Altum - Undecided Luis Alvarez - Undecided Gage Anderson - Undecided Kayla Anderson - Central Christian College of Kansas, Physcology Raistlin...
Seniors most embarrassing moments
Kati Blaylock, Newtonian Reporter
May 8, 2020
Throughout high school, many students have acquired various memories they will carry on past graduation. Here is a collection of seniors reminiscing on their most embarrassing moments like tripping in front of crowds, dropping cups in the commons, falling in front of crushes and more. Senior Chandlor...
Senior Opinion: Individuals should prioritize their needs
Ellen Miller Garrett, Newtonian Online Manager
May 8, 2020
Priorities: we all have them, and we all create our own systems of values to determine what we should spend the most time doing. However, when you are involved in many activities and have responsibilities, this system can get muddled. You should always prioritize your health and well-being above anything...
Unofficial Guide to NHS
May 6, 2020
As seniors prepare to move to the next phase of their life, some have reflected on what they learned during their time in high school in and outside of the classroom. Aside from getting good grades, there are other things that the incoming students should keep in mind when beginning their high school...
AP tests use online platform
Ellen Miller Garrett, Newtonian Online Manager
May 5, 2020
When the district announced that the remainder of the year would be online, many upperclassmen were left in the dark about their Advanced Placement (AP) tests. On April 3, the College Board (the organization responsible for the AP tests) announced a rough plan to take the tests online. After several...
Senior feature: Lopez-Correa moves from Puerto Rico for high school
Libby Crawford, Newtonian Reporter
May 5, 2020
For most, coming into high school freshman year can be terrifying. In senior Ricardo Lopez-Correa’s case, he started his freshman year in a whole different part of the country. Growing up in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Lopez-Correa and his family moved to the United States to find better opportunities for...
Senior Opinion: Class of 2020 uniquely adapts to world changing events
Addie Lindenmeyer, Newtonian Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2020
The class of 2020 seniors- the 9/11 babies raised in a time of mass school shootings and social change that are now victims of a global pandemic. One could say that this year's seniors are not strangers to hardships. The ability to improvise, adapt and overcome is not just instrumental in surviving high...
Senior awards night moved online
Kati Blaylock, Newtonian Reporter
May 3, 2020
As graduation approaches, many seniors look forward to Senior Awards Night where their academic achievements- awards and local scholarships- will be announced to friends and family. Due to the worldwide pandemic, this gathering was not able to happen in person, but rather through an online video. Starting...
Senior Feature: Valle moves countries for high school
Daniel Gonzalez-Arevalo, Newtonian Reporter
May 3, 2020
When transitioning to high school, it can be difficult to make friends, understand what is being taught, manage your time, and schedule as well. However, when making the move to a new school from a completely different country, these simple issues can become more complicated. Senior Estefany Valle...
Coronavirus intensifies senioritis
Matt Olson, Newtonian Reporter
May 1, 2020
Senioritis is a common affliction among students nearing the end of their high school career. It often presents itself in a lack of motivation and a decline in performance. Coming to terms with the fact that their last year of high school is upon them can be stressful for seniors. Many students are...
Emily Brandt, Railroader Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2020
As the season shifted to warmer weather, we marked the beginning of spring sports. The first day of spring sports practices was on March 2. Along with many other spring sports,...
Braiden Botterweck, Railroader Staffer
March 12, 2020
Newton sent five wrestlers to the state tournament at Hartman Arena on Feb. 25-26. "They told me to take one match at a time, because if you lose focus it will stay in...
Schyler Entz, Railroader Photo Coverage Manager
March 12, 2020
On Feb. 28 Nan Bergen’s first hour German I class worked on writing simple sentence structures. Students were asked to write down the correct verb tense and work on writing...
Olivia Adams, Railroader Staffer
March 12, 2020
On March 5th, the fourth annual Badminton tournament was held in Ravenscroft Gym. Students participated in teams of two to battle for a winning title and a gift card. A total...
Linda Shine, Yearbook staffer
March 12, 2020
First clubs are held once every nine weeks all around the school. On Feb.21 students attended their designated first clubs to hang out with their friends and play games. ...
Linda Shine, Yearbook staffer
March 12, 2020
On March 2 spring sports started up such as girls soccer, track, baseball, boys tennis and girls swim. This week was baseball's tryout week for the upcoming season. "I'm...
Allyson Symonds, Railroader Staffer
March 12, 2020
On Feb 21, students met up with their first clubs depending on what club they signed up for. Students were distributed amongst the school depending on what club they are in....
Kati Blaylock, Railroader Coverage Manager/Newtonian Staffer
March 12, 2020
On March 5, 12 teams gathered for a badminton tournament with a partner of their choice for a chance to win a $20 applebee's gift card. “I decided to do badminton because...
Kamryn Archibald, Railroader Staffer
March 11, 2020
On Mar. 6, students met with their 2nd clubs during seminar for the only time this quarter. Starting this school year, clubs meet quarterly instead of by monthly causing 1st...
Linda Shine, Yearbook staffer
March 10, 2020
This year NHS railiners partnered with Innovative Choreography Dance and hosted a dance competition here at the high school. The railiner team performed and competed 2 group...