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Sophie Carite

Sophie Carite, Editor In Chief of FHNToday

Sophie Carite is a current senior at Francis Howell North and will be serving as the Editor-In-Chief of the Web staff for the 2019/20 school year. Previously, she was the editor of the news section of the North Star and a member of FHN’s Newspaper staff. 

In her time at FHN, Carite has written numerous stories covering a range of topics. She particularly enjoys reporting on politics, and interviewing members of local government. Her most notable accomplishment thus far was being awarded a Gold Key from Quill & Scroll for her feature story ‘Oh, The Horror’, written about a fellow FHN student who excels in special effects makeup. 

Post high school, Carite plans to pursue a career in journalism with a focus on political reporting.

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Senior Emily Hood Earns National Recognition After Four Years in Journalism

Senior Emily Hood Earns National Recognition After Four Years in Journalism

Published: May 19, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden Visits St. Louis Ahead of Missouri Primary

Former Vice President Joe Biden Visits St. Louis Ahead of Missouri Primary

Published: March 7, 2020
(Photo from Shutterstock)

FHSD to Host Resource Fair Benefiting Community Members With Special Needs

Published: January 17, 2020
Throwback Pictures of FHN Teachers at Their Homecomings

Throwback Pictures of FHN Teachers at Their Homecomings

Published: October 3, 2019
Mary Hendricks-Harris has been the superintendent of FHSD since 2016. She is retiring after years of being in the district and she hopes to make the most of her time left. (Photo by Phoebe Primeau)

Superintendent Mary Hendricks-Harris Plans to Retire

Published: October 2, 2019
Hendricks-Harris presents an award to students last school year. (file photo)

FHSD Superintendent Hendricks-Harris Announces Retirement at Year’s End

Published: September 20, 2019
QR Code Changes the way Students visit Guidance Office

QR Code Changes the way Students visit Guidance Office

Published: September 10, 2019
[Left] French teacher Dave Fritz speaks to a student, this picture is from sometime in the 1980's. [Right] In a recreation of the photo from the 80’s, Fritz poses with junior Phoebe Primeau. After teaching at Howell for one year, Fritz moved to North to teach for the next 32 years. “My fondest memory of French was taking one of our largest groups and traveling to France, Switerland and Italy,” Fritz said.

French Teacher David Fritz Reflects on His Teaching Career as His Final Year of Teaching Comes to a Close

Published: May 2, 2019
HOSA poses in front of the camera for a photo after their competition. HOSA is a club consisting of those interested in pursuing a future career in the medical field. 18 members were able to achieved top three for their event.

Students Attend HOSA Conference

Published: May 1, 2019
Maintaining Your Sexual Health [Infographic]

Maintaining Your Sexual Health [Infographic]

Published: April 11, 2019
Ree Ann Noah poses for her a picture at her computer. Noah is Support Staff Member of the Year. She is Dr. Nathan Hostetler’s secretary and deals with making appointments, organizing substitute teachers and overseeing Hostetler’s schedule.

Rae Ann Noah Wins FHN Support Staff Member of the Year

Published: February 22, 2019
Choir students rehearse in the choir room for their trip to New York which is on Feb. 15. The students will be performing with Ola Gjeilo, a Norwegian composer who is known for his choral music. Prior to the performance, many students were looking forward to the opportunity of working with him.

FHN Choir Performs At Carnegie Hall

Published: February 21, 2019
Senior Caleb Lumpkins attempts to pin a wrestler from Francis Howell

Wrestling Attends MICDS Tournament

Published: January 23, 2019
Students in FHN's newly formed Student Panel, speak to teachers about changes they'd like to see made to the current hat policy.

FHN Administration Reevaluates the Hat Policy

Published: January 22, 2019
Senior Aylin Pintor was involved in a car accident last January. Pintor underwent surgery to correct breaks that occurred in her vertebrae. When she left the hospital in the following weeks, she was able to walk.

Senior Aylin Pintor Suffered Paralysis Following a Car Accident

Published: January 18, 2019
A Shift in Policy

In the Past Two Years, Immigration Policy in the U.S. Has Greatly Changed

Published: November 26, 2018
Three Things to Know Before the Midterms

Three Things to Know Before the Midterms

Published: October 3, 2018
(From Left to Right) Teachers Joe Brocksmith and Timothy Besse, model with Hed Principal Dr. Nathan Hostetler at the Homecoming Pep Assembly on Sept. 14 2018

FHN Holds Annual Homecoming Pep Assembly

Published: September 14, 2018
Senior Riley Kampff works on an art piece in the AP art room. The Lillian Yahn Art Gallery had an AP art exhibition for FHN and FHHS April 10-26.

AP Art Studio Displays Artwork at Lillian Yahn Art Gallery

Published: May 2, 2018
Head principal Andy Downs works on his computer in the office. After the end of this school year, Downs will become an assistant principal at FHC. Downs has been the head principal at FHN since the 2013-14 school year.

Head Principal Andrew Downs Leaves for FHC

Published: May 2, 2018
Knightsound Goes to Disney World for Competition

Knightsound Goes to Disney World for Competition

Published: March 27, 2018
Senior Isaiah Bryant speaks to the House Committee of Education on Jan. 19. Bryant along with senior Taylor Sheridan and teacher Aaron Manfull went to Jefferson City to speak on behalf of the New Voices Act. “My favorite part was getting the opportunity to speak for students who don’t have the same privileges as I do,” Bryant said.

New Voices Act Will Uncensor Student Media in Missouri, Giving Them More First Amendment Rights

Published: March 21, 2018
(used with permission from Creative Commons)

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Published: February 13, 2018
KOE Member Hannah Davis poses in the hat she wore on Feb. 7 for KOE's third hat day. All money from this fundraiser will be donated to FHN's adopt a family.

KOE Holds Third Hat Day Of The Year

Published: February 9, 2018

Isabella Gledhill Coaches at GT Gymnastics

Published: December 13, 2017
Senator Al Franken speaking at the Hart Building, Washington DC. Photo by Lorie Shaull. (Used with Creative Commons)

Hollywood Sexual Assault Allegations Spark Surfacing Allegations in Government

Published: December 7, 2017
Freshman Olivia Engle portrays her special effects makeup on a hand. Engle has been practicing for a little over two years. Each full look takes about an hour depending on what needs to be done.

Freshman Olivia Engle does Special Effects Makeup in her Free Time and for FHN’s Drama Club

Published: November 10, 2017
Grant's Farm held its annual Halloween nights throughout October until Oct. 29.

Grant’s Farm Hosts Annual Halloween Festival

Published: October 31, 2017

The Brainfreeze Experience Breaks Normal Food Truck Expectations

Published: September 20, 2017
On August 31, FCA held a tailgate for the first time this year, it was held on the band field.

FCA Hosts Tailgate to Kick Off the Year

Published: September 6, 2017
5/6 Prom Hosted in New Town Venue [Photo Gallery]

5/6 Prom Hosted in New Town Venue [Photo Gallery]

Published: May 8, 2017
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