The Junior Optimist International (JOI) club at New Castle High School (NCHS) gives students the opportunity to give back to their community and have a lot of fun doing it. This club is led by Mrs. Delay and a group of student leaders with President Aubrey Lapp; Vice President Samuel Huynh; Treasurer Delaney Ryan; Secretary … Continue reading Club Spotlight: Junior Optimist International
An Exclusive Interview with the NCHS Walkout Organizer.
Thursday, the New Castle High School Phoenix had the chance to learn more about a potential school walkout on Friday. Senior Abigail Howard—the primary organizer of the event—was requested by the Phoenix for an exclusive interview where we asked her for better clarification on the nature of the event. But first, the Phoenix wants to … Continue reading An Exclusive Interview with the NCHS Walkout Organizer.
Compliance is Key
Satire Recently, New Castle High School has gone through the tedious process of inhibiting student’s use of many different technological tools to make their education easier and more accessible. Or, that’s what the foolish, brainwashed AP students want you to think. NCHS is actually doing everyone a favor! By removing these devices of technological convenience … Continue reading Compliance is Key
Student Athlete
Junior Klayton Flynn Athletic activity: Red Hot Blues Junior Klayton Flynn is in theater and has recently played as Mike Teevee in Willy Wonka the musical. Flynn says that he enjoyed the good-hearted cast and silliness of the show. He would say the school musical concluded in a great manner. Something that Flynn says is … Continue reading Student Athlete
Regarding Respect
All throughout modern history, teachers and instructors have pressed an important rule deep into a student’s subconscious mind: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”. The rule is simple, really. It only requires the listener to proactively practice empathy and moderate their actions. That being said, students in high school–individuals who … Continue reading Regarding Respect
Student Profile: Lena-Sophie Klammer
Lena-Sophie Klammer, better known as Lena, comes to Indiana from Tyrol, Austria. From the baffling amount of fast-food to her newfound community, Lena has had a lot of new experiences as a foreign exchange student. Unfortunately, she leaves in January because of her knee injury, but she intends to make the most of her time … Continue reading Student Profile: Lena-Sophie Klammer
Every School Matters
Through the valiant funding of taxpayers, public schools stand as the icon of equal opportunity for all children in America. Through the system developed by a society who have always prided themselves on the future of the next generation, government-funded school systems stand as the precipice of opportunity for everyone. Is that truly the case, … Continue reading Every School Matters
Screams and Screens
October 31st is quickly approaching so here are four Phoenix-reviewed Halloween movies that are perfect for gearing up for the spooky season! ************************************************************************** Coraline: All 1 hour and 55 minutes of Coraline was finished in 2009 after four years of filming. The director, Tim Burton, is known for his dark fantasy and typically PG-rated works … Continue reading Screams and Screens
Phoenix Fireside
https://youtu.be/wttRf76Uon0?si=z75eMc_TbFHazOXk Phoenix Writer Emily Purvis interviews Senior Aubrey Lapp, Sophomore Evan Gebhart, and Physics teacher Steven Bode.
Find Your Place: Clubs at New Castle High School
Have you ever struggled to feel like you belong? At New Castle High School, there’s an easy way to find your people, build new skills, and get involved: clubs! With so many groups to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re passionate about the environment, love art, want to grow in your faith, or … Continue reading Find Your Place: Clubs at New Castle High School