The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

The Chant
The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

The Chant
The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

The Chant
Addie Hill

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison

Advancing into her second year on The Chant, Addie Hill’s love for writing has only grown. Now serving as the Page Lead and Media Team Liaison, Hill hopes to expand her abilities as a writer, communicator and editor, all while still striving to reach her main goal for this year: worshiping Jesus. As co-leader of NC’s Collective Hope Bible Study Club and attendee of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Hill aims to spread God’s love through writing. Outside of reporting, Hill loves to dance, listen to indie-folk music, read, crochet, spend time with her family and friends, and attend church. 

She cannot wait to finish her final chapter at NC by reporting for the school’s publication, and she strives to write for a newspaper in college and beyond!

Find her on Instagram @addielhill.

 

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Every student-athlete awaits that coveted day when they declare, in front of their loved ones and coaches, where they plan to pursue sports after high school. For six of NC’s premiere players, November 13 marked that special day. Across varsity volleyball and lacrosse, love and appreciation for the successful seniors echoed through NC’s Arena and set the stage for future commitments.

The six who signed: NC athletes commit to collegiate sports

Addie Hill and Ciara Whimbush
November 14, 2024
To promote holiday cheer and spread their love for Jesus, NC’s Collective Hope (CHC) Bible study club hosted a Christmas service project. Partnering with Operation Christmas Child, CHC packed shoeboxes with essential items that the organization will send to underprivileged children overseas. From providing hygiene products to writing Christmas cards, the club’s members hope to spread their love all the way from Kennesaw.

Christmas in a shoebox: Collective Hope Club’s Christmas service project

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
October 31, 2024
With Halloween approaching soon, numerous holiday celebrators aim to watch films or partake in activities that follow the current season. With “The Nightmare Before Christmas” exhibiting numerous autumnal themes and animation, the question arises of whether or not this film fits into the Halloween or Christmas category. Overall, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” falls strictly as a Halloween movie due to the film’s major plots, release date and intention as a spooky cinematic piece.

Scares and snowflakes: Why “The Nightmare Before Christmas” falls into the Halloween movie category

Addie Hill, Page Editor
October 29, 2024
The Chant takes on the Georgia Scholastic Press Association's October Conference! 

The Chant takes on the Georgia Scholastic Press Association’s October Conference! 

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
October 26, 2024
Each year, the NC Magnet Ambassador Program hosts a movie night with upperclassmen ambassadors and freshmen to promote friendship between grade levels. This year, the students watched “Inside Out 2” in the school’s film room, providing attendees a sweet and fun experience. The program hopes to create bonds between ambassadors and their freshmen, and the movie night achieved that goal with astounding success.

Magnet ambassador movie night creates an “Inside Out” experience

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
October 21, 2024
NC's sporty spirit for homecoming!

NC’s sporty spirit for homecoming!

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
October 11, 2024
NC's fantastic fun for homecoming!

NC’s fantastic fun for homecoming!

Addie Hill, Alyssa Mehta, and Sophia Lamb
October 10, 2024
NC's groovy vibes for homecoming!

NC’s groovy vibes for homecoming!

Alyssa Mehta, Sophia Lamb, and Addie Hill
October 9, 2024
NC's super-excitement for homecoming!

NC’s super-excitement for homecoming!

Addie Hill, Sophia Lamb, and Alyssa Mehta
October 8, 2024
NC's bundle of joy for homecoming!

NC’s bundle of joy for homecoming!

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
October 7, 2024
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Premiering September 17, the fan-favorite show “Dancing with the Stars” returned for its 33rd season. The show’s current cast list dominated the internet as beloved bronze-medal Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik appeared as the first celebrity in the lineup. Nedoroscik and his partner, professional dancer Rylee Arnold, stole the show with their jive to “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen.

Don’t stop him now: Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik on “Dancing with the Stars”

Addie Hill, Page Editor
September 25, 2024
In a celebration of seniors and overpowering of opponents, the NC Lady Warrior varsity volleyball team (23-10) defeated the Wheeler Wildcats (8-17) by a sweep. In a talented display of teamwork and camaraderie — along with skillful kills and blocks — the girls proved yet again their aptitude for the sport. Beginning the game with sentimental tears and bittersweet hugs, the NC Warriors emerged victorious.

Senior night shutdown: Lady Warriors defeat Wheeler Wildcats in 9/17 game

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
September 19, 2024
To promote local authors and provide Cobb County’s readers with an unforgettable memory, the North Cobb Regional Library hosted an author visit September 14. New York Times Bestselling author Rebecca Ross and upcoming author Jill Tew spoke to fans about their novels and characters. The event also allowed attendees to receive a signed copy of the authors’ books and ask any questions.

Bibliomaniacs and book writers: Jill Tew and Rebecca Ross visit North Cobb Regional Library

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
September 16, 2024
September 10 Lady Warrior win

September 10 Lady Warrior win

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
September 11, 2024
Through the event’s hundreds of years, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has introduced numerous activities to the world’s beloved games. Even among frequent additions, the tournament continues to exclude ballet, an extraordinarily strenuous dance style. The Olympic board should offer ballet in the Olympics due to a ballerina’s athleticism, ballet’s requirements of strength and the sport’s dynamic history.

Pentathlons and pirouettes: An Olympic leap into ballet

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
September 3, 2024
After the magnet Class of 2025’s junior trip to various countries in Europe, the program decided to travel again with the tenth and eleventh graders. However, this trip differed from international travels from years past as it involved a Leadership Conference in Berlin, Germany. Though typical magnet-sponsored trips involve sightseeing and delighting in foreign foods, this trip taught the tenth and eleventh graders how to problem-solve to alleviate water issues in society.

Double trouble: Magnet underclassmen take on Europe after annual junior trip

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
August 22, 2024
With the start of the college application season comes new adventures and anxieties for the senior class. Whether each student possesses resources to help them fill out their college submissions or not, the CommonApp portal provides an easy way for all applicants to fulfill their college dreams. By laying out each step for application, high school seniors can fly smoothly through the semester with minimal stress.

The conducive use of the CommonApp

Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison
August 22, 2024
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