Niles Township High School North - Saga Yearbook (Skokie, IL)

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Hectic days were not uncommon Before class. Bari Blank relaxes ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT - 9

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. N9es North students battle the obstacles of the “academic zone”. Ach Shhh! The hushed tone of the li- brary was disturbed by the rustling of papers and the shuffling of books as Niles North students raced against the ticking of time. Suddenl. a cry of anxiety shattered the atmosphere. I can't study, my mind is about to explode, blurted Junior Joon Jae Shin. Have you ever felt this way? Did you ever ask yourself Why study? What’s the use? A majority of Niles North's students have shared the feeling, but have overpowered it and suc- ceeded in the dark and dismal place known as the academic zone. What was the academic zone? It was hard to define. According to Viking Principal Thomas Giles, Ex- ceptional, expected, and outstand- ing” described Niles North’s aca- demic achievements. Giles believed in recognizing students for their accomplishments, and celebrated with them during the new Honors Breakfast. Achievers were com- mended in all areas of our aca- demic program. These people were acknowledged by teachers, admin- istrators, or adults outside the building. Principal Thomas Giles who planned this event, concluded I believe in doing anything to rec- ognize these people, as long as I can afford it. Accelerating in academics and plac- ing eighth in the state, the Math Team was on top of the ladder. Sophomore Miriam Baron com- ments, It was the best we did, and next year’s goal is striving to do even better. From an outside opinion, Junior Rowena Gualberto stated, I want the experience of taking the math tests for my future career, but not to participate in state competition. Parlez-vous francais? or Se Habla Espanol? Over fifty students were initiated into the French and Span- ish National Honor Society. The Spanish students participated in a formal ceremony. The ceremony in- cluded a speech given by Mrs. Park, a slide show, a ritual of can- dles, a recited oath, and the award by a certificate of recognition given by Principal Giles. The French teachers established a French Honor Society or Societe Honor air e de Francais to reward students who have attained high scholastic standards, and stimulate interest in the study of French. If a student wanted to become a candi- date, he or she must maintain an A- average or higher during the se- mester of selection and have com- pleted three semesters of French. An initiation ceremony was includ- ed and dinner was held in a French restaurant in April or May The National Honor Society wel- comed seniors Jolane Abramt, Max Bernstein, Dan Glickman, Jin Hui Joo, Ashlesha Kharwadkar. Jenny Mezey, and Dennis Penepacker into their domain of Niles North. As the saga of Niles North contin- ues, the academic achievement will always grow. Mary Anne C. Masakhit Carol Mui It was a fresh start for a new school year bins and (timor Robert Benjamin finish their Trying to work quietly, senior Jennifer Rob- assignments 8 — VIKING PRIDE

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Involvement on a team gave one a chance to accomplish his goals meet new people, and most of all get into the purple and white school spirit. Niles North was filled with a sense of pride and involve- ment. Lisa Alvarez, a junior, stated, “The clubs and activities I attend give me a sense of school spirit. Our school is a combination of all kinds of people from all different back- grounds. who are able to share mutal interests and support in our school. “Involvement in team activities ac- complishes personal goals and builds the reputation of Niles North, commented one student. Senior Wendy Chung stated,“Being on the varsity volleyball team not only relaxes me, but excites me with a sense of pride and school spirit. Anne Schenk, another proud stu- dent said, “Track gives me a sense of school spirit as well as belonging to a ‘family.’ Being on a team was not restricted to athletics. Project Lead. Art Club, Auroris, and Homecoming were just a few of the spirited activities which made it easier to get in- volved. Project Lead acquainted the incom mg Freshmen with the building and gave them confidence and support. “ Our goal is to give the new stu- dents the opportunity to know our school and to meet new people. I really enjoy being on Project Lead. It took a lot to get it all together and I think it was a big success, remarked Debbie Torres. The Art Club expressed their spirit by designing a mural depicting a lunch break at our school. Their mural brightened up the west cafe- teria considerably. Auroris was a club in which one could experience and experiment with new dance steps, a club in which one could get involved. “To- getherness is what unites us. With- out togetherness and cooperation, we would not have been able to accomplish anything,” comented Karen Cedeno. The Homecoming Parade was a colorful event. Many students used their talents to create a collage of colors. The floats were built ac- cording to the theme “Hunt the Hawks and our swinging Vikings did their best to advertise our school spirit. Clubs and activities allow you the opportunity to set goals, and use your talents to achieve them. Let your spirit soar, and get involved! Tanya Schensema Matthew Feldman, Joeseph Sternberg. Marta Streeps, and Alnsa Jacobson playing as part of the band at the graduation cere mony 10 - VIKING PRIDE Steven Berger. Ian Silverman. Ernesto Paras, and Grorranni Restrepo take a break by the Art Clubs Mural before going back to the dance floor during the bash