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Instead of heading to their fourth period classes, the NC class of 2025 took to Emory Sewell Stadium to engage in the first of several senior festivities: Senior Field Day. Complete with Pelicans Sno Balls and several childhood games, students played with friends and danced to early 2000s hits before Spring Break. With only 21 school days left for seniors, April 4 served as a nostalgic start to the end of their high school careers.
NC seniors turn up the heat at annual Senior Field Day
Ciara Whimbush, Editor in Chief • April 9, 2025

As the sun begins to set on the Class of 2025’s time at NC, Tribal Connections (TC) sought to host an event that could happily usher in the...

The Senate serves an important role in the lives of each Georgia citizen, so learning about the happenings of this body remains an imperative skill. To remain aware of the issues discussed in the Georgia State Capitol, two journalists from The Chant, reporter Sophia Lamb and Editor in Chief Ciara Whimbush, traveled to Atlanta to interview representatives and report on the current legislation. As they investigate, the two find interesting details of current topics on the floor and learn about the nitty-gritty lives that these legislators lead.
The Chant takes on the Georgia State Capitol
Sophia Lamb and Ciara Whimbush • April 7, 2025

Upon the end of the 40-day legislative session in the Georgia State Capitol April 4, Reporter Sophia Lamb and Editor in Chief Ciara Whimbush...

Georgia noted the highest pollen count in 35 years Saturday, March 29, placing emphasis on allergy-preventative activities for individuals. The yellow coat of pollen covering cars, porches, windows and all items imaginable causes irritation in several Georgians’ lives. As temperatures continue to rise and the peak of spring arrives, the pollen count fluctuates and hopefully will lower across the country in the coming weeks.
Persistent pollen: Georgia breaks 35-year pollen count record
Callie Kinsinger, Copy Editor • April 2, 2025

Saturday, March 29, the state of Georgia reached its highest pollen count recorded in around 35 years. Atlanta Allergy & Asthma recorded...

Due to the recent imposition of no cell phone policies around NC, the administration has motioned to allow Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the classroom. From ChatGPT to Adobe Express, various platforms now exist at the disposal of students. As parents, teachers and peers brace for change, the NC community seeks to undergo a series of seminars to better comprehend the new technological future at everyone’s fingertips.
Clicking onto a new tab: NC allows artificial intelligence in the classroom
Ciara Whimbush, Editor in Chief • March 31, 2025

In lieu of the new regulations placed on cell phones around the NC campus, the administration scrambled, attempting to outsource a method to...

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STUDENT LIFE
Senior field day 4/5
Senior field day 4/5
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • April 5, 2025

Warrior Winter Guard Competition 1/18
Warrior Winter Guard Competition 1/18
Citlalli Vela, Media Team • January 31, 2025
Physics rocket launch 11/21
Physics rocket launch 11/21
Cassidy Lumpkin, Reporter • December 9, 2024
Playoffs in pajamas: A win for the Warriors
Playoffs in pajamas: A win for the Warriors
Callie Kinsinger, Copy Editor • November 19, 2024
Class of 2025 senior night walk
Class of 2025 senior night walk
Sophia Lamb and Alyssa Mehta • November 4, 2024
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FEATURES
As the new season of RuPaul’s Drag Race airs, a secret NC contestant shocks viewers all over the nation. Following her introduction, the queens struggle against their newfound rival. As the tensions build, alliances shift, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
NC student wins a spot on “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
Citlalli Vela, Media Team • March 31, 2025
April Fools, you fool! XOXO, The Chant
Frank Ocean to perform with NC’s chorus
Taylor Morrow, Media Team • March 31, 2025
While high school students all press boundaries, these challenges rarely end in court appearances. For one NC student, however, the view of the world unobstructed by bars seems unfamiliar. While athletes vie for sports records and artists contend for recognition, this student’s high school mark sits on a prison cot.
School spirit in an orange jumpsuit: NC’s most-jailed student
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • March 31, 2025
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SPORTS
Tuesday, April 1, the NC Warriors boys volleyball orange team (2-5) played head to head against the Sprayberry High School Yellow Jackets (5-7). While each team worked deliberately to win the match, the NC Warriors took home the win, leaving the orange team excited for future games. The Warriors continue to take their skills to new heights as they showcase their skill sets every Tuesday night, prepped and ready for a fresh match.
NC Warriors boys volleyball team ends April Fools game with a striking ace
Mackenzie Blanco, Copy Editor • April 3, 2025

After a win against Harrison High School (0-6) March 25, the NC Warriors boys volleyball orange team (2-5), also referred to as the varsity team,...

Recently, the Major League Baseball (MLB) organization introduced a new program that provides high school baseball players in every state a chance to face off with their local professional teams. Tuesday, March 25, this program provided the NC varsity baseball team (3-5) the opportunity to face Georgia’s Atlanta Braves. In an unexpected match, the Warriors defeated the Braves with dedication and undeniable teamwork.
Warriors spear the Braves in MLB program game
Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison • March 31, 2025
As the season approaches, the NC varsity boys and girls tennis teams bid their high school tennis careers farewell. Honored with gifts and posters, the teary-eyed goodbyes will forever leave a mark on the hearts of those who attended. Even as they pursue unique paths, the tennis seniors of 2025’s amiability and diligence will travel with them wherever they may go.
Celebrating the seniors: A memorable tennis senior night
Sophia Lamb, Reporter • March 25, 2025
Tuesday March 18, the NC girl’s soccer team faced off against Riverwood High School on home turf. Despite numerous squad changes and the absence of the head coach, the team stood prepared to take on any challenge. While maintaining a solid defense and accurate passing, the team lost 5-0 to the Raiders.
A game well taught: NC vs Riverwood
Darwin Kamau and Alyssa Mehta • March 23, 2025
After a 9-1 win against the Midtown High School Knights (4-3) the NC varsity boys lacrosse team (7-0) faced the Marietta High School Blue Devils Wednesday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. Amid the fluctuating rain and heavy winds, the Warriors won 14-13 after long periods of impressive passes and blocks. Cherishing their undefeated streak, the Warriors hope to continue the season with victorious matches and undeniable team spirit.
Undeniable Spear-it from the NC varsity lacrosse Warriors after an intense win against the Marietta Blue Devils
Callie Kinsinger and Valentina Gonzalez • March 9, 2025
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ENTERTAINMENT
As teens take their first steps into the real world, finding a home can become an intimidating necessity. Finding appropriate terms may challenge those with limited experience on the topic. Though the actual journey of acquiring a home will vary, the basics of necessary agreements will hold consistency from Georgia to California and everywhere in between.
To NC’s credit: Lock, load, lease
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • April 10, 2025
While teens begin to think toward their futures, whether that involves home ownership or a quick trip to the beach, the act of saving money may strike fear in the group’s spenders. Though every person can save a different amount, understanding the methods to maximize that money will benefit anyone with a penny to pocket. Looking forward, a safe place for funds to grow will only assist those chugging toward adult responsibilities.
To NC’s credit: A beginner’s guide to saving
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • April 8, 2025
Senior field day 4/5
Senior field day 4/5
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • April 5, 2025
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TRENDING
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Due to President Donald Trump’s new policies on immigration, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has begun raiding highly populated cities in search of undocumented immigrants guilty of committing crimes. Immigrants from Chicago to Atlanta have expressed their fear on this topic as the Trump Administration started to charge undocumented immigrants with criminal offenses instead of civil ones. Although numerous individuals have questioned these new policies and the ethicality of ICE’s strategy, raids continue to inspire fear.

Families torn apart: ICE raids hit Georgia immensely • 6418 Views

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As prominent rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar throw shots at each other through subliminal disses and ruthless lyrics, hip-hop fans debate who stands out as the superior artist. From his creative writing to his energetic cadence, Lamar separates himself from his peers as one of the most critically acclaimed artists of the current generation. With releases such as “Like That” and “euphoria”, Lamar continues to showcase his pengame and dedication to music.

“The big three”: Kendrick Lamar remains the greatest artist of the generation • 666 Views

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Fans of girly media that reside in the worlds of Lana Del Ray’s music, the movie “The Love Witch” and the book “Lolita” will frequently find themselves in search of films that capture similar aesthetics and core plot lines. Films, both vintage and modern, manage to form cinematically alluring, yet mildly disturbing movies for the pleasure of the viewer. From coquette to complex, these three films distinguish themselves as the paragons of girlhood, both broken and beautiful.

Three coquette movies to delight, disturb and deliver • 388 Views

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The pop singer Benson Boone has craved popularity since high school. Now, after extensive work in adult life, Boone has gained satisfaction. With the help of a recent TikTok trend, his newest single broke records on Spotify’s charts; Boone’s upcoming tour dates allow new fans to support the musician and enjoy his former music in real life. As society discovers Benson Boone for the first time, he continues pushing out hit songs to shock fans' ears.

The “Beautiful Things” about Benson Boone • 322 Views

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From the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) to tiger parenting, the role of parents in the world of K-12 education continues to vex the American school system.

The pros (and cons) of parental involvement in K-12 education • 288 Views

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NC COMMITS
As the Class of 2025 prepares for a future outside of NC, several young athletes — such as Donte Wagner-Kline — look excitedly towards taking their skills onto a new playing field. November 13, Wagner-Kline signed to play lacrosse with Emmanuel University, an opportunity that will sharpen his passion for the sport. With the support of his family and teammates, he hopes to end his final season playing for NC’s varsity boys lacrosse team (7-0) with a bang.
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As teens take their first steps into the real world, finding a home can become an intimidating necessity. Finding appropriate terms may challenge those with limited experience on the topic. Though the actual journey of acquiring a home will vary, the basics of necessary agreements will hold consistency from Georgia to California and everywhere in between.
To NC’s credit: Lock, load, lease
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • April 10, 2025

Taking one’s first steps into the world can leave young people stumbling over minute cracks underfoot. Among these potential struggles, renting...

NC Artistry
Inspired by her older sister, Gabrielle Johnson began creating art in elementary school. As Johnson progresses into her senior year of high school, she continues to create art using materials such as acrylic paint, cornstarch, fiber and images to produce collages. Johnson combines unique compositions of surrealism and realism in her dream-like artworks to advocate for social and political issues.
Highlighting NC artistry: Gabrielle Johnson
Lidia Sidorova, Reporter • February 24, 2025

Beginning with her childhood, NC senior Gabrielle Johnson’s artistic style has evolved and taken new forms.  Johnson uses various mediums...

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The shocking helicopter crash that took famous actor Justin Baldoni’s life created a disturbance among fans. A substantial number of them suspect that his ex-costar and current opponent could be involved in a lawsuit. While this could prove true, others speculate that she did not interfere with the unfortunate accident.
Blake Lively: Calculated killer or innocent bystander?
Sophia Lamb, Reporter • March 31, 2025

After the devastating news of beloved actor Justin Balsoni’s death in the fiery helicopter crash March 30, speculating fans wonder if his ex-costar,...

Three insects, each producing a nearly identical sound, but key details set them apart. Between flies, bees and wasps, each one creates a unique buzzing sound, each at a different frequency and therefore an incrementally different tone. Overall, bees win the prize for the only tolerable sound out of the three. With flies creating an annoying high-pitched buzz everyone feels pestered by, and wasps being perceived as too scary to actually appreciate, bees remain the only logical option.
Which buzz is best?
River Allsen, Reporter • March 31, 2025

Out of three insects, bees, flies or wasps, each one produces a unique sound. Considering the tone, tolerability and pitch of each, the fact...

As NC sports continue to improve, there remains a chance that the sports teams could hit a ceiling and lose their progress. A proposal to break through that ceiling seems almost insane but could solidify glory for all athletes. Through selecting and sacrificing one NC student, the athletic department could see a near quadrupling in state title appearances and victories.
A beneficial choice: How North Cobb sports can bring home the hardware
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • March 31, 2025

Approaching the end of the 2024-25 season, NC sports see a bright uptick in athletic success. With multiple sports reaching the state playoffs...

As the Eco Warriors Club prepares to welcome the school’s new guest, Poison Ivy, students apply extra care to the gardens while creating room for a comfortable stay. While the school attempts to bring in the new addition smoothly, the Eco Warriors club focuses on promoting the new guest. The staff and students continue to share their input on the surprise guest, but once Poison Ivy arrives, the truth on whether she stays or goes will become clear.
Surprise school guest: Poison Ivy
London Ford, Reporter • March 31, 2025

Beginning in April, NC and the Eco Warriors club partnered up to bring a surprise for the livelihood of the community. As a discussion around...

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