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The Student News Website of Francis Howell North High School.

FHNtoday.com

The Student News Website of Francis Howell North High School.

FHNtoday.com

Naomi VanDyne

Naomi VanDyne, EIC of the North Star

Naomi has been on staff since her sophomore year and is now the EIC of the North Star Newsmagazine. She oversees all content for the paper and ensure it meets quality and deadline expectations. She also works closely with her co-EIC as well as other editors in day-to-day staff functioning and cross-staff collaboration.

All content by Naomi VanDyne
Students Prepare for Long-Awaited Wicked 2 Release

Students Prepare for Long-Awaited Wicked 2 Release

By Naomi VanDyne, EIC of North Star
Published: November 4, 2025

Oct. 8, 2025 | Knight TV

By Bri Taliaferro, Peyton Thies, Naomi VanDyne, and Riley Aldenderfer
Published: October 8, 2025
Local Antique Mall Provides a Destination for Vintage Lovers

Local Antique Mall Provides a Destination for Vintage Lovers

By Carly Dyson, Naomi VanDyne, and Rayna Aathreya
Published: October 2, 2025

Sept. 24, 2025 | Knight TV

By Peyton Thies, Riley Aldenderfer, Nadia Okilee, Naomi VanDyne, Haley Beffa, and Bri Taliaferro
Published: September 24, 2025

Sept. 10, 2025 | Knight TV

By Nadia Okilee, Peyton Thies, Naomi VanDyne, and Riley Aldenderfer
Published: September 10, 2025
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[Photo] Tips for Balancing Time Between Classes and Extracurriculars

By Carissa Brand
Published: September 11, 2025
Matt Havermale Steps into New Roles in Administration

Matt Havermale Steps into New Roles in Administration

By Naomi VanDyne and Olivia Abeln
Published: September 5, 2025
Students Share Trips and Experiences from this Summer Vacation

Students Share Trips and Experiences from this Summer Vacation

By Naomi VanDyne, Eashaan Patel, Peyton Thies, and Canyon Dubis
Published: August 29, 2025
Letter From the Editors

Letter From the Editors

By Naomi VanDyne, Peyton Thies, Canyon Dubis, Bri Taliaferro, Haley Beffa, Nadia Okilee, and Riley Jenson
Published: August 18, 2025
Andy’s worker serves custard through the drive-thru.

Students Share the Best Sweet Spots to Go This Summer

By Naomi VanDyne, News Editor
Published: June 3, 2025
Vintage Vinyl is a shop that is dedicated to keeping Vinyl records available to the public. The store has first and second hand collections of hundreds of different styles and artists. (Photo by Eashaan Patel)

The Delmar Loop Continues to Connect the St. Louis Area

By Peyton Thies, Kaylee Priest, Naomi VanDyne, Eashaan Patel, Riley Aldenderfer, and Vanessa Ng
Published: June 2, 2025
Seven Retirees Share Thoughts of Their Time Teaching at North

Seven Retirees Share Thoughts of Their Time Teaching at North

By Naomi VanDyne, News Editor
Published: May 27, 2025
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[Photo] Many Courses Start to Prepare as AP Exams are Around the Corner

By Riley Jenson, News Staffer
Published: May 8, 2025
Students practice sign language at Becky-David Elementary.

Becky-David Sparks Student Interest in Sign Language Through ASL Club

By Vanessa Ng, Naomi VanDyne, Michaela Manfull, and Kate Vernon
Published: April 25, 2025
A butterfly perches on a flower at the Butterfly House.

The Decline of the Monarch Butterfly Population Increases Awareness of Pollinators

By Naomi VanDyne, News Editor
Published: April 24, 2025
Outdoor Concerts

[Photo] Students Look Forward to Attending Outdoor Concerts During the Summer

By Samantha Hall, News Staffer
Published: April 16, 2025
A portrait of the Giver from Lois Lowry's "The Giver"

Lois Lowry, Author of “The Giver”, Gives Her Thoughts on Book Banning

By Naomi VanDyne, News Staffer
Published: April 3, 2025
Q&A With Award Winning Author Lois Lowry

Q&A With Award Winning Author Lois Lowry

By Naomi VanDyne, Copy Editor
Published: March 19, 2025
Art Students Prepare For the Trip to Italy in the Summer of 2026

Art Students Prepare For the Trip to Italy in the Summer of 2026

By Naomi VanDyne, Copy Editor
Published: March 5, 2025
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[Photo] Where is the Line Between Helpful and Unethical with Artifical Intelligence?

By Michaela Manfull, Design EIC
Published: February 10, 2025
Feeling SAD? It's More Than Just A Winter Slump

Feeling SAD? It’s More Than Just A Winter Slump

By Naomi VanDyne, Copy Editor
Published: February 3, 2025
Stories to keep you updated, such as Building construction, YAG club, Colorguard, cafeteria staff and Monkeypox.

Six News Stories To Keep You Updated and Informed

Published: October 31, 2024
On Sept. 30, FHN Colorguard practices their routine during a marching band practice on the home stadium field.

Color Guard Prepares For the Winter Season as Fall Guard Comes to a Close

By Naomi VanDyne, News Staffer
Published: November 26, 2024
The Drama Club Aces Their Performance of Grease the Musical Despite Technical Difficulties

The Drama Club Aces Their Performance of Grease the Musical Despite Technical Difficulties

By Naomi VanDyne, News Staffer
Published: November 22, 2024
Progress Is Still Being Made on North's Coffee Shop

Progress Is Still Being Made on North’s Coffee Shop

By Naomi VanDyne
Published: November 21, 2024
New Changes to Knight Time Policies Are Here at North

New Changes to Knight Time Policies Are Here at North

By Cheyenne Steed and Naomi VanDyne
Published: November 12, 2024
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[Photo] Chappell Roan Setting New Boundaries Due to Frequent Harrassment

By Sam Hall, News Staffer
Published: November 19, 2024
Learn About the New Knight Time Rules and How People Feel About Them

Learn About the New Knight Time Rules and How People Feel About Them

By Cheyenne Steed and Naomi VanDyne
Published: October 14, 2024
The Wild Robot Review

The Wild Robot Review

By Naomi VanDyne
Published: October 11, 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
Advice For Sophomores

Advice For Sophomores

By Naomi VanDyne
Published: August 22, 2024
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[Photo] Taylor Swift Released Two Albums on April 19 Surprising Fans and Critics Alike

By Peyton Thies, Staffer
Published: May 8, 2024
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[Photo] Beatstar Is a Mobile Game That Has Recently Risen in Popularity

By Noah Tucker, Staffer
Published: May 8, 2024
Flamm Plans Art Trip

Flamm Plans Art Trip

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: May 8, 2024
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[Photo] Different Types of Video Game Remakes

By Alex Wheadon, News Staffer
Published: May 7, 2024
Anna Bauer Contemplates About Making Her Personality About Taylor Swift

Anna Bauer Contemplates About Making Her Personality About Taylor Swift

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: April 4, 2024
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[Photo] There Is a Difference Between Remakes, Remasters and Ports in Video Games

By Alex Wheadon, Staffer
Published: April 3, 2024
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[Photo] “Lift” Fails To Take off on Netflix [Review]

By Drew Johnson and Regan Griffin
Published: April 6, 2024
Daffodils, a bulb plant that blooms in the spring, grow in a warm claimant.

Teacher Ashley Seiss and Admin Therese Sumner Advise Spring Planting

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: March 19, 2024
Siblings Carter and Macey Hood stand on a boat while sailing and admire the view.

Twins Carter and Macey Hood Anchor Their Love for Sailing

By Naomi VanDyne, Stafer
Published: March 4, 2024
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[Photo] The Scoring Rubric for AP History Classes Was Adjusted to Benefit Students

By Gavin Swart, Staffer
Published: December 29, 2023
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] Four Entertainment Stories About Video Games and Movies

Published: February 7, 2024
Ethan McCoy, Adam McCoy, Parker Smith, Chase Pray, Chase Davis and Ryan Simerda play pickleball on Monday, Nov. 6 at Wapelhorst Park.

Pickleball Is a Professional Sport That Has Recently Been Gaining Popularity

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: December 6, 2023
Rush Hour [Personal Column]

Rush Hour [Personal Column]

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: November 24, 2023
Senior Hailey Zhang recycles for one of the various extracurricular activities that she is involved in.

Hailey Zhang Is Involved in Many Activities at FHN and Holds Various Leadership Positions

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: November 22, 2023
Logan Scott is currently a Junior at FHN. Scott collects and makes knives, and in his free time participates in the school marching band.

Collector Logan Scott Describes His Journey Through His Knife Collection

By Naomi VanDyne, Staffer
Published: November 15, 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
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[Photo] Many Superhero Movies Released Over the Summer, Some Receiving More Love From Fans Than Others

By Michaela Manfull, Design Editor
Published: November 2, 2023
Teacher Molly Wade stands for a picture. Wade is a new teacher to Francis Howell North this year.

New Teacher Molly Wade Teaches Special Education at FHN

By Drew Johnson and Naomi VanDyne
Published: September 4, 2023
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