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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
Taylor Young

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief

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Editor reflects on NP career on Graduation Day

Editor reflects on NP career on Graduation Day

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
June 21, 2017
Principal Mr. Todd Bauer communicates changes regarding Knight Time

Principal Mr. Todd Bauer communicates changes regarding Knight Time

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
June 7, 2017
Mrs. Sally Kauffman, NPHS Nurse and Department Chair of Health Services, is set to retire after three decades of service to the NPSD.

Nurse Mrs. Sally Kauffman to retire after three decades of service

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
June 5, 2017
Alumni Association expands database, connects with Class of 2017

Alumni Association expands database, connects with Class of 2017

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
May 17, 2017
Mr. Ralph Jackson, Orchestra Director for Bridle Path and Montgomery Elementary String Ensemble, recognized eighteen students for their accomplishments as members of the string ensemble and participation in the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. as part of the Symphonic Series.

[Photo] Proposed final budget adopted, community members speak at Board meeting

Sameera Rachakonda, Staff Writer
May 10, 2017
The entrance from the concourse to the auditorium is decorated with 'Welcome' signs in different languages at the International Spring Festival.

[Photo] Community celebrates 26th International Spring Festival

Ashley Kister, Staff Writer
April 27, 2017
The board met at the administration building for January's work session meeting.

District volunteers, student athletes honored at School Board meeting

Sameera Rachakonda and Taylor Young
April 20, 2017
North Penn School Board President Vince Sherpinsky, top center, and the rest of the school board discuss an issue during Thursday night's meeting.

Longtime Board members Sherpinsky and Kerr will not seek reelection in fall

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2017
Moira Shoush poses with the French flag; she will spend her junior year abroad in France.

[Photo] Simple Smiles: Moira Shoush

Veronica Laguna, Staff Writer
April 17, 2017
North Penn's class of 2016 graduation ceremony at Crawford Stadium.

2017 Commencement to feature new student speaker

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
April 11, 2017
On March 20th, Mrs. Sara Rattigan officially began her new position at NPHS as assistant principal in the junior home office. After serving as an English teacher at West Chester East High School, Rattigan is eager to serve as part of the NPHS admin team.

Mrs. Sara Rattigan embraces new role as assistant principal

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
April 4, 2017
Dan Sardaro from the Knight Crier Update continues education at La Salle

Dan Sardaro from the Knight Crier Update continues education at La Salle

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
March 31, 2017
Ms. Patty Miller, the Horticulture instructor at the North Montco Technical Career Center, presents the achievements of her students to the NPSD Board of School Directors.

Agenda approved, A.C. input from community at School Board meeting

Taylor Young and Sameera Rachakonda
March 16, 2017
Mark McGuire, a NP alum, speaks with students about real estate at Tuesday's Next Steps college and career fair.

Students take the Next Steps to college and career readiness

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
March 8, 2017
The Academic Decathlon team studies for the two-day state competition that will be held at NPHS. In order to advance to nations, the team must place first in the state.

Academic Decathlon prepares for state competition at NPHS

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2017
With the banner signed with pledges, students and staff from NPHS pose for a photo on the first annual Spread the Word to End the Word campaign at NPHS last year.

Taking the pledge to Spread the Word to End the Word

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2017
A student does a flip during lunch while enjoying music by DJ Noah Golden

[Photo] NPHS celebrates first ever Student Appreciation Day

Ashley Kister, Staff Writer
February 27, 2017
Students interested in the Career Apprenticeship Program can join the Google Classroom dedicated to the program, which can be found on Mr. Dominic Calamia's teacher website on npenn.org.

Career-oriented experience offered with Apprenticeship Program

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
February 23, 2017
The board met at the administration building for January's work session meeting.

Community members speak, agenda items approved at Board meeting

Taylor Young and Sameera Rachakonda
February 16, 2017
Steph Krane, a NP alum from the Class of 2016, poses for a photo from graduation. Krane is currently continuing her education at Penn State University.

Alumni Spotlight: former Knight Crier editor Steph Krane at PSU

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
February 1, 2017
From left: Mrs. Mary Scott, an Assistant Principal in the junior home office at NPHS, will be joined in March by Mrs. Sara Rattigan. On Thursday evening, the Board approved the nomination of Rattigan as Assistant Principal. She will fulfill the position of Ms. Amy Schwartz, who is set to retire in March.

Board approves Mrs. Sara Rattigan as new NPHS Assistant Principal

Taylor Young and Sameera Rachakonda
January 20, 2017
Mr. Michael Boyer introduces his three teams of students from the Engineering Design and Development course before they each presented their research to the Board.

McGee sworn in, nanotechnology students present at School Board meeting

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
January 10, 2017
From left: Dr. Curt Dietrich, Superintendent of NPSD, and Patrick McGee Jr. chat after the Thursday evening's School Board meeting. In a 6-2 vote, the Board voted in favor of McGee over Tina Stoll.

School Board elects McGee, audience expresses disapproval

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
January 6, 2017
Top headlines from 2016

Top headlines from 2016

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
December 23, 2016
The board met at the administration building for January's work session meeting.

School Board approves agenda, community member runs for open position

Taylor Young, Staff Writer
December 16, 2016
Students leave the cafeteria during class transition time and make their way to their next class.

When students fight: Examining school culture and climate

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
December 15, 2016
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[Photo] A guide to the holidays

Veronica Laguna, Staff Writer
December 4, 2016
Miss Julia Young, a new addition to the engineering department at NPHS, currently teaches First Level Manufacturing, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital Electronics classes. In the above photo, she poses with three of her students that are currently working on a circuit board.

[Photo] Miss Julia Young: newest addition to engineering department

Hank Hoffman, Staff Writer
November 28, 2016
Kate Knab, a graduate from the Class of 2016, is currently enrolled at Arcadia University, but she is spending her first semester in London, England. In this photo, Knab poses at a castle in Prauge.

Alumni Spotlight: Knab’s experience from Lansdale to London

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 27, 2016
Google classroom allows students and educators to keep track of work and assignments paperless.

[Photo] Google classroom makes paperless learning a reality

Caitlin Pennegar, Staff Writer
November 27, 2016
NP alumni high-five and congratulate each other on the sidelines during the second annual Thanksgiving Day Alumni Game.

LC defeats NP at Thanksgiving Alumni Game

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 24, 2016
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Two customers browse through the pottery being sold by Dan Watt, an employee of Eldreth Pottery. Watt has attended the craft show since 1986 or for 60 shows.

IFC hosts 63rd craft show to benefit exchange program

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 19, 2016
The board met at the administration building for January's work session meeting.

School board approves agenda items, receives considerable community input

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 18, 2016
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[Photo] Collegiate athletic careers: reflections by students and alumni

Daelin Brown, Staff Writer
November 17, 2016
Madi Peyton, a NP alum, poses for a photo while canning for Penn State University's THON.

Alumni Spotlight: Peyton pursues passion at PSU

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 11, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump addressed the crowd at New York City's Hilton Midtown in a low-key acceptance speech. Credit: Timothy A. Clary/AFP/Getty

Editor reflects on why respect is crucial in next four years

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
November 11, 2016
Andrea Canavan, left, and Mikala Camburn, right, posed for a photo in NPHS's greenhouse during 9th period, as they worked on their projects and prepared for the programs' club meeting. (Not pictured: Sean Rice, work study student)

Exploring the growing seas of marine science and botany

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
October 30, 2016
North Penn High School welcomed 43 German students as part of a two-week exchange experience. For one of their trips, the students visited Philadelphia for the day.

43 German students welcomed to NPHS for 2 week exchange

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
October 22, 2016
WELCOME HOME This school year NPHS restructured its home office system. There are now three houses, one for each grade level.

[Photo] There’s no place like home offices

Veronica Laguna, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
From left: Cem Hoffman, student from Salzgitter, Germany, Veronica Muñoz, student from Madrid, Spain, Karolina Weiland, student from Essingen, Germany, and Luc Bougeard, student from Bordeaux, France pose for a photo from a bowling outing organized by the International Friendship Club.

¡Hola! Hallo! Bonjour! Say hello to NPHS’s exchange students

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
October 4, 2016
North Penn High School students show their pride in the student section of Crawford Stadium during the Homecoming game.

Editor reflects on homecoming celebrations

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
September 24, 2016
Hannah Garder, pictured in the center of the back row, poses for a photo with her volunteers at the check in station from her 6th annual movie night to benefit childhood cancer.

NPHS student hosts movie night to benefit childhood cancer

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
September 20, 2016
Sitting in on their child's classes, parents receive the opportunity to meet their teachers and familiarize themselves with their schedule.

NPHS filled by eager parents on back to school night

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
September 16, 2016
Taylor Young pauses for a picture in Santiago, Spain in October 2015.

A year in Spain: 5 things Taylor Young wants you to know

Taylor Young, Editor in Chief
September 12, 2016
3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

Taylor Young, Foreign Correspondent
October 2, 2015
3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

Taylor Young, Foreign Correspondent
September 26, 2015
3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

Taylor Young, Foreign Correspondent
September 23, 2015
Hannah Gardner, junior at NPHS and founder of Hannah’s Hope Jar, pictured with a poster that states facts regarding childhood cancer.

NPHS student hosts 5th annual movie night to benefit childhood cancer

Taylor Young, Staff Writer
September 22, 2015
3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

3365 Miles: Un Año en España/ A Year in Spain

Taylor Young, Foreign Correspondent
September 15, 2015
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