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

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
Hannah Nguyen

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor

I’m Hannah Nguyen and I’m an Executive Editor for The Knight Crier. I’ve been a part of the staff for three years, and I enjoy writing about people, environmentalism, and social justice. In the future, I plan to pursue a career in journalism. My work has been published on multiple publications including Unpublished Magazine, Get in Touch! inc., Middle Ground Initiative, and Creatively Asian.

All content by Hannah Nguyen
Senior Spotlight: Maddie Nguyen

Senior Spotlight: Maddie Nguyen

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 28, 2021
After retiring from the military and the Towamencin police department, Ed Wosiak is saying his third goodbye, this time from NPHS' Security team.

Ed Wosiak and his third goodbye

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 28, 2021
After 37 years, North Penn English teacher Janet Kratz is saying goodbye.

Mrs. Janet Kratz touching students’ lives for 37 years

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 28, 2021
North Penn students shooting for the STARS

North Penn students shooting for the STARS

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 24, 2021
Senior Spotlight: Casey Brennan

Senior Spotlight: Casey Brennan

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 16, 2021
(From L-R) Allie Arnaiz, Lauren Kotulka, and Jamie Seo.

Senior Spotlight: Lauren Kotulka

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 12, 2021
Pennsylvania's primary election is coming up on May 18, and 4 North Penn School Board seats will be on the ballot.

[Photo] Meet Your School Board Candidates

Connor Niszczak, Executive Editor
May 11, 2021
Senior Spotlight: Parina Arora

Senior Spotlight: Parina Arora

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
May 11, 2021
Molly Ostrowski baking for brighter days

Molly Ostrowski baking for brighter days

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
April 25, 2021
Journaling with Grace

Journaling with Grace

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
April 8, 2021
(Image description from L-R) Practice at Hatfield Ice in January 2021; 2019 Theatre on Ice Nationals - Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena.

No such thing as cold feet for Laine Dubin

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
March 29, 2021
The Brooke is Pretty Cool Actually Podcast was created with the sole purpose of allowing Feenie to talk to performers like she used to in the pre-Covid days. Now, it's a platform that helps small bands and businesses get recognition, and for Feenie to connect with people around her.

The Brooke is Pretty Cool Actually Podcast is… actually pretty cool

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
March 11, 2021
For months, seniors Lorna Loughery (L) and Ana Panaitescu (R) have been working hard on their application to get nominated to the Air Force Academy. Their dreams came true just a few weeks ago and they are now waiting to hear back from the academy itself.

One nomination closer to a dream future for Lorna Loughery and Ana Panaitescu

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
February 28, 2021
10 local Black-owned businesses to support

10 local Black-owned businesses to support

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
February 28, 2021
Kozol performing with the Upper Merion Marching Band 2019

Max effort leading to music success

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
February 7, 2021
Mr. and Miss candidates performing a group dance.

ICA keeping traditions alive amid pandemic

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
February 2, 2021
Levandowski and Smith building connections in a socially distant world

Levandowski and Smith building connections in a socially distant world

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
January 24, 2021
On Wednesday afternoon, violent protesters swarmed the Capitol building, forcing lawmakers to evacuate for their safety, as well as delaying the counting of the electoral votes to confirm President-elect Joe Biden's electoral college victory.

Battle at the hill: rioters storm the nation’s capital

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
January 7, 2021
Winter sport athletes making up for lost time

Winter sport athletes making up for lost time

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
December 31, 2020
In need of a good cup of coffee? Stop by Backyard Beans to get one that is freshly and locally made.

Freshly brewed coffee from Lansdale’s backyard – Backyard Beans

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
December 15, 2020
Hybrid reopening update sent on December 2 from Dr. Dietrich.

District approves to return students back to school

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
December 6, 2020
Over the years, Heck has grown a strong passion for playing the drums and has even released his first ever single To Enervate.

Heck of a future in music for NP senior

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
December 6, 2020
Last year's Academic Decathlon team at the Regional Competition.

Academic Decathlon: a competition made for everyone

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
December 3, 2020
With all the changes made this school year, the Accolade staff will be taking the challenge of finding the memories that will make up the school year.

Our own history book: the Accolade in an absent year

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 24, 2020
Noor Ghiasuddin: Treasurer

Noor Ghiasuddin: Treasurer

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Ashli Lao: Treasurer

Ashli Lao: Treasurer

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Becca Diehl: Secretary

Becca Diehl: Secretary

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Jamee Islam: Secretary

Jamee Islam: Secretary

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020

Sharanya Gupta: Secretary

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Vrishti Yadav: Secretary

Vrishti Yadav: Secretary

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Samiha Alam: Vice President

Samiha Alam: Vice President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Shreyash Ranjan: Vice President

Shreyash Ranjan: Vice President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Haley Meade: Vice President

Haley Meade: Vice President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Aidan Broadhead: Vice President

Aidan Broadhead: Vice President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Isabella Leonardo: President

Isabella Leonardo: President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Shafy Jalal: President

Shafy Jalal: President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Samrin Akther: President

Samrin Akther: President

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
Meet the Class of 2023 Class Cabinet Candidates

Meet the Class of 2023 Class Cabinet Candidates

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 16, 2020
The Troubadour is inviting all NPHS students to submit literary or visual works for their upcoming issue (Mis)Perceptions. The deadline for the winter issue is December 7.

The Troubadour: for creative minds alike

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
November 11, 2020
Diegue and Bauer serving new conversations at the dinner table

Diegue and Bauer serving new conversations at the dinner table

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 31, 2020
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[Photo] OPINION: One Step Forward is Another Two Steps Backward

Julia Nardone, Staff Writer
October 28, 2020
On Thursday, October 29th, students and staff will be able to participate in a Mock Election.

Cast your votes in NPHS’s upcoming mock election

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 28, 2020
Mya Richter posing with her first published book "The Death of the Blood Queen."

Published progeny: NP’s Mya Richter carrying on family legacy of writing

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 26, 2020
Todd Stephens and Jonathan Kassa are running in the general election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 151 on November 3, 2020.

[Photo] From School Board to State Representative, Jonathan Kassa hopes to win a seat in Harrisburg this fall

Julia Nardone, Staff Writer
October 19, 2020
Alie Chomicki, Class of 2019 NPHS graduate.

Alumni Spotlight – Alie Chomicki tackling college and her business one step at a time

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 18, 2020
Self Started, Self Made, Self Run: How three girls turned a hobby into a profession

Self Started, Self Made, Self Run: How three girls turned a hobby into a profession

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 11, 2020
Xion White: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Xion White: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Keenan Washington: Homecoming King Candidate

Keenan Washington: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Nikhil Madaka: Homecoming King Candidate

Nikhil Madaka: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Ifrad Khan: Homecoming King Candidate

Ifrad Khan: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Sam Fogel: Homecoming King Candidate

Sam Fogel: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
DJ Fisher: Homecoming King Candidate

DJ Fisher: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Jojo Dalwadi: Homecoming King Candidate

Jojo Dalwadi: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Matthew Burgoyne: Homecoming King Candidate

Matthew Burgoyne: Homecoming King Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Chloe Thomas: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Chloe Thomas: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Maura Schaeffer: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Maura Schaeffer: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Jane Peters: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Jane Peters: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Landry Holt: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Landry Holt: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Mary Forbes: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Mary Forbes: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Erica Brace: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Erica Brace: Homecoming Queen Candidate

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Meet the 2020 Homecoming King and Queen Candidates

Meet the 2020 Homecoming King and Queen Candidates

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 5, 2020
Chhugani posing for a photo in front of the Eiffel Tower when her family came to visit.

A sweet sixteen surprise

Hannah Nguyen, Executive Editor
October 3, 2020
After 36 years of teaching, Mrs. Barnitz has decided to retire.

Mrs. Barbara Barnitz prepares for her next journey

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
June 11, 2020
Going against the grain

Going against the grain

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 28, 2020
Curran (R) and her stepsister (L) when she visited in November. They went hiking at the Rosenberg.

An unexpected dream come true

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 19, 2020
For as long as they could remember, Kate Stechert (L) and Danielle Staber (R) had to deal with the struggle of proving their Asian side.

Stuck between two worlds: the struggle of not being “Asian enough”

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 15, 2020
2 NPHS students awarded National Merit Scholarships

2 NPHS students awarded National Merit Scholarships

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 14, 2020
Never Have I Ever is the perfect show to binge watch when you're bored. If you're in need of something that has a combination of comedy and romance, this is it.

Never Have I Ever: the perfect mix of family, love, and self-discovery

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 4, 2020
Lorna Loughery after JROTC's most recent Commander's Call called the Change of Command.

Lorna Loughery wins it all in JROTC

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 4, 2020
Sarah Weaver will be attending Penn State University for Hospitality Management or Business Management in the fall.

Senior Spotlight: Sarah Weaver

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 4, 2020
From left: Carrie Bramlette, Kelli Silva and her daughter wave their signs to protest the closure of Texas at the East Texas Freedom Coalition's protest at Tyler City Hall.

OPINION: Social distancing is a privilege

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 3, 2020
The Half of it is more than just a love story. It's a story about a girl who finally finds herself after years of not knowing who she was.

The Half of It: the perfect way to kick off AAPI month

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 2, 2020
Heng (center) with his first host family at the airport.

A short but life-changing experience: Ryan Heng reflects on his trip to France

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
May 1, 2020
7 North Penn students place top 3 in Montgomery County Science Research Competition

7 North Penn students place top 3 in Montgomery County Science Research Competition

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 30, 2020
Shaima Rahim will be attending Temple University to pursue a degree in pre-pharmacy.

Senior Spotlight: Shaima Rahim

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 27, 2020
Cayla Vu plans on majoring in mechanical or optical engineering in the fall.

Senior Spotlight: Cayla Vu

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 26, 2020
Brandon Vu will be attending Stanford University in the fall and will major in computer science.

Senior Spotlight: Brandon Vu

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 26, 2020
Our way of celebrating Earth Day needs to change. We have to celebrate Earth Day by taking action.

OPINION: We need to rethink how we celebrate Earth Day

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 22, 2020
Peter Ng will be attending Northeastern University for Electrical Engineering this fall.

Senior Spotlight: Peter Ng

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 22, 2020
Jaden Weed found his love for Engineering in the halls of North Penn. Now, he's taking his passion to Penn State University.

Senior Spotlight: Jaden Weed

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 21, 2020
Sustainability isn't about buying new things or being perfect, it's about doing what you can to help others and the planet.

OPINION: The talk about sustainability needs to be inclusive

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 21, 2020
Burgoyne in Toledo when he and his host family went for a weekend trip.

An abrupt goodbye, but a long lasting memory

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 20, 2020
Ilana Martin will be attending Bloomsburg University this fall and hopes to become an Obstetrician one day.

Senior Spotlight: Ilana Martin

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 20, 2020
NPHS senior Christiana Noll is ready for college, and she plans on majoring in English.

Senior Spotlight: Christiana Noll

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 20, 2020
Jessica Seo is off to La Salle University to become a fashion designer.

Senior Spotlight: Jessica Seo

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 19, 2020
The environment is a factor that many people take when they're trying to do good, but it 's also a factor many companies take to mislead their customers.

Greenwashing: When being “eco-friendly” isn’t enough

Hannah Nguyen, Features Editor
April 18, 2020
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