NorthStar Academy might not have any sports teams, but that doesn’t mean students at NSA do not play sports. In fact, some students at NorthStar are a part of the school because of the sport they play. NorthStar’s courses offer the flexibility and versatility that many students need to complete their schooling while participating in other activities like sports. An example of a student like this is James Albarracin, a sophomore who plays competitive tennis.
Read MoreWow. It is hard to believe that this will be my last article from the Director’s desk here at NorthStar Academy. My last day in this role will be May 22 after six years!
Read MoreOne of the best things about NorthStar is that students don’t have to worry about missing out on what a student at a brick-and-mortar school gets to experience. Students at NSA can join clubs, socialize with classmates, and participate in contests. Recently, the Student Council helped host a career fair for NSA students.
Read MoreStudents connected on FirstClass for a long time. With Teams, they can still connect. And where there are people, there is humor. NSA is definitely no exception. In this article, we’re going to reveal some of the funny moments and stories, given to us by a number of NSA students. While they probably aren't the funniest, they certainly are funny. So let’s get on with the humor, shall we?
Read MoreWhat started out as a simple question has now turned into the longest thread in the High School Team with over 5,000 replies. Tenth grader, Samuel Hewitt asked the original question of fellow students, wanting to know what personality type each were. Since then, the thread has become a phenomenal piece of NSA history.
Read MoreMany cringe away from the grainy awkward pictures of everyday life. Those pictures that were taken with no skill or lighting, only raw reality. Those pictures that capture the truth of a moment. Pictures are not only aesthetic photos with gorgeous lighting and the smooth skin of Photoshop. Some pictures grasp the depth of a situation by keeping the unflattering, the real.
Read MoreMusic is different all around the world, but it’s kind of a common language. Every culture around the world has developed music. Different cultures develop different sounds. Many NSA students were asked what music is like in their areas. Some answers are probably not what you think.
Read More“Oh you’re so lucky, I wish I was an only child.” Alas, a phrase an only child is so used to hearing. If you read Tirzah Hopkins’ article called “Family First,” and you couldn’t quite relate to living in a family of eleven, this one might just be for you. Online school looks different for everyone, and this is my experience doing online school as an only child.
Read MoreTransitioning from a brick and mortar school to an online school is a very strange thing. The change from a real classroom to an online video call with your teacher and other students is a huge change. For those who are new to it, it all may seem overwhelming at first, but it gets easier and goes a lot smoother.
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