The Student News Website of Francis Howell North High School.

FHNtoday.com

The Student News Website of Francis Howell North High School.

FHNtoday.com

The Student News Website of Francis Howell North High School.

FHNtoday.com

Michaela Manfull

Michaela Manfull, Editor in Chief of News

Michaela is a junior and the creative director on News staff. As an editor, they help others design pages and sets templates for the newspaper. She also writes stories and creates infographics along with drawing comics and illustrations for the paper and web.

All content by Michaela Manfull

Knightly Show #92 | Charcoal Art, Arcane and more!

By Vanessa Ng, Michaela Manfull, Noah Tucker, Aerilyn Ide, Mia Oldani, Jacob Bass, Emily Clausner, Yuan Yang, Harper Schneider, and Yazan Rawashdeh
Published: February 26, 2025
Where is the Line Between Helpful and Unethical with Artifical Intelligence?

Where is the Line Between Helpful and Unethical with Artifical Intelligence?

By Michaela Manfull, Design EIC
Published: February 10, 2025
Trey Lukitcsh helps Diane Thompson with her computer issues. Lukitsch frequently fixes computers all over the school and helps with other WiFi issues. He was especially important last year in reseting students’ passwords when Wi-Fi in the school was compromised.

Trey Lukitcsh Opens Up on Life as a District Technician

By Michaela Manfull, Design EIC
Published: January 29, 2025
Ornaments shown for purchase at Reno's for a lower price than in retail stores.

All I Want For Christmas: Exploring the Top Gift List Items For Teens at FHN

By Violet Newton and Michaela Manfull
Published: December 24, 2024
Rachel Maryan, a Reno’s employee, hands Karen Golab a bag with her purchase over the counter. Maryan is one of Reno’s first employees at their new St. Charles location.

Reno’s Liquidation Outlet Recently Moved to St. Charles and is Here to Help Families Through the Ups and Downs

By Michaela Manfull, News Editor-in-Chief
Published: December 23, 2024
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[Photo] All I Want For Christmas

Published: December 4, 2024
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[Photo] Six News Stories To Keep You Updated and Informed

Published: October 31, 2024
The Publication Team Brought Home Over 40 Awards From the National Convention in Philadelphia This Fall

The Publication Team Brought Home Over 40 Awards From the National Convention in Philadelphia This Fall

By Michaela Manfull
Published: November 25, 2024
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[Photo] It’s Time for the BOE to Respect Student Input [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Board
Published: December 11, 2024
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[Photo] New “Book of Bill” Inspires New Discussion Within the Gravity Falls Fanbase

By Noah Tucker, Entertainment Editor
Published: November 20, 2024
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[Photo] The Effects of Political Advertising on Teenagers

Published: October 30, 2024
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[Photo] Kat Burrows’ Personal Family Experience Regarding Politics

By Noah Tucker, Features Section Editor
Published: October 30, 2024
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[Photo] Need-To-Know Information About Candidates on the Ballot

By Gavin Swart, Online Editor
Published: October 30, 2024
FHN Student Survey Says…

FHN Student Survey Says…

By Michaela Manfull, News Editor in Chief
Published: October 30, 2024
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[Photo] It’s Time For a Change to Knight Time [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Board
Published: October 30, 2024
Misinformation in Today’s Political Sphere

Misinformation in Today’s Political Sphere

By Michaela Manfull, News Editor in Chief
Published: October 30, 2024
Rediscover the Outdoors

Rediscover the Outdoors

By Michaela Manfull
Published: October 30, 2024
Oh Say, Can You See?

Oh Say, Can You See?

Published: October 30, 2024
Efforts to Revive FHN's Co-Ed Hockey Team

Efforts to Revive FHN’s Co-Ed Hockey Team

By Haley Beffa and Michaela Manfull
Published: October 1, 2024

Who You Need To Know?

By Sam Hall, Grant Kilen, Michaela Manfull, Violet Newton, Kaylee Priest, Peyton Thies, and Naomi VanDyne
Published: August 30, 2024
Things to Ease Your Mind in the New Building

Things to Ease Your Mind in the New Building

By Michaela Manfull and Violet Newton
Published: August 21, 2024

Show Your Spirit

By Violet Newton and Michaela Manfull
Published: August 20, 2024
Letter From the Editors

Letter From the Editors

By Michaela Manfull and Violet Newton
Published: August 20, 2024
Speech and Debate Competes in the MSHSAA Tournament [Photo Gallery]

Speech and Debate Competes in the MSHSAA Tournament [Photo Gallery]

By Michaela Manfull, Creative Director
Published: April 23, 2024
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[Photo] Eras Tour Moves to Big Screen [Review]

By Peyton Thies, Staffer
Published: March 27, 2024
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[Photo] Private School Uniforms

Published: March 26, 2024
Girls in the Roller Derby team skate during a match.

The Arch Rival Roller Derby League Creates Community Between the Athletes and Their Fans

By Michaela Manfull, Creative Director
Published: March 20, 2024
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[Photo] It’s Time To Come Together [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Board
Published: March 20, 2024
Mock Trial To Compete at First Trial of the Year

Mock Trial To Compete at First Trial of the Year

By Naomi VanDyne and Michaela Manfull
Published: January 17, 2024
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[Photo] The New Board of Education Social Media Updates Are Outdated [Editorial]

By On behalf of the Editorial Board
Published: January 24, 2024
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[Photo] The Journey Continues for Zelda in the Newest Game Installment

By Cheyenne Steed, Staffer
Published: March 7, 2024
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[Photo] Francis Howell Board of Education Faces Backlash After Removing Black-Focused Electives at Dec. 21 Board Meeting

By Chase Pray, Editor in Chief of FHNtoday.com
Published: December 23, 2023
A group of concerned community members share their concerns about the announcement that the Black History and Black Literature classes curriculum will be updated by the Board of Education before it is allowed in schools.

[Photo] Concerns From Members of FHSD Leads Into a Reconsideration of Black Literature and History Classes

By Miranda Fabian, News Section Editor
Published: January 29, 2024
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Many Superhero Movies Released Over the Summer, Some Receiving More Love From Fans Than Others

By Michaela Manfull, Design Editor
Published: November 2, 2023
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[Photo] Francis Howell Board of Education to Review Racism Resolution [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Staff
Published: October 11, 2023
The Broemmelsiek Park Crop Maze is located behind the Agriculture Educational Garden, which is a community garden that donates all of its crops to people in need.

Broemmelsiek Park Hosts a Free Corn Maze October Through November

By Michaela Manfull and Naomi VanDyne
Published: October 2, 2023
An actor at Six Flags St. Louis prepares to scare a visitor.

[Photo] Fright Fest Is an Opportunity To Visit Six Flags While It Is Haunted

By Peyton Thies, Staffer
Published: October 18, 2023
A person puts a mask on their face. Covid has recently been returning as a concern to healthcare workers.

[Photo] FHSD Board Members Discuss Potential Response to the New COVID Strain

By Grant Kilen, Staffer
Published: October 13, 2023
A parking pass sits in an upperclassmen's car.

Parking Passes For Sophomores Are Now Available

By Nylah Smith and Michaela Manfull
Published: September 11, 2023
Scholarships Available for Seniors

Scholarships Available for Seniors

By Ray Hathcock and Michaela Manfull
Published: August 25, 2023
Tips for Getting a Drivers License

Tips for Getting a Drivers License

By Michaela Manfull, Design Editor
Published: August 24, 2023
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[Photo] New Optional Blended Learning Classes That Are Being Offered

By Jackson Fifer, Sports Design Editor
Published: August 28, 2023
Welcome to High School [Comic]

Welcome to High School [Comic]

By Michaela Manfull
Published: May 11, 2023
From the 1900s [COMIC]

From the 1900s [COMIC]

By Michaela Manfull
Published: April 4, 2023
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[Photo] The GAC Should Switch to Power-Ranking to Divide Sports Teams into Divisions [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Staff
Published: March 15, 2023
Illustration by Michaela Manfull

[Photo] Methods to Stay Organized for Different Types of People

By Olivia Van Horn
Published: February 23, 2023
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[Photo] The Tradition of New Year’s Resolutions Dates Back Long Ago

By Olivia Van Horn
Published: January 6, 2023
Face-Off Friday: When is the Appropriate Time to Start Playing Christmas Music?

Face-Off Friday: When is the Appropriate Time to Start Playing Christmas Music?

By Michaela Manfull and Drew Johnson
Published: November 25, 2022

After Thanksgiving

By Michaela Manfull
Published: November 25, 2022
Brenna Doss cleans the FHN school building on Sept. 27. Doss is a senior at FHN who is also part of the janitorial team. She works with the janitors and three other FHN students to clean the building doing things like replacing trash bags and cleaning bathrooms. She has been doing it for around six months and initially got started because both of her parents work in the district and the help was needed.

Students in FHSD can Work as Janitors for the Schools

By Michaela Manfull, Design Editor for the News Staff
Published: November 22, 2022
Mascots from schools all around the country provide friendly tips and tricks for getting the scholarships you’re after. Whether you’re looking for a community college, trade school, or Harvard, these hacks to getting financial aid for the schools you’re looking into are sure to provide additional insight into your college and career search.

Selling Yourself

By Alayna Lohaus, Michaela Manfull, Sophia Black, Amber Winkler, Haylie Bryson, Hope Moseley, and McKenna Hudson
Published: November 9, 2022
The foundry art centre is an art gallery with studio space for artists on main street.

Foundry Art Centre Hosts First Fridays on the First Friday of the Month

By Michaela Manfull
Published: November 9, 2022
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