• Shout out to all the DECA competitors who qualified for the State Career Development Conference!
  • Audition for the Inglemoor Theatre Company’s spring musical Anastasia!
  • Good luck to the competitors at the Vancouver MUN conference from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2!
  • Congratulations to Elizabeth Wang for being named the 2024 Kenmore Youth Poet Laureate!
  • Great job to Nathan Choy, Anastasia Makarevich, Franklyn Xue and Shota Ogushi for qualifying for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination!
  • FAFSA applications are now open!
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The student news site of Inglemoor High School

Nordic News
The student news site of Inglemoor High School

Nordic News
Rory Knettles

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Senior Rory Knettles is a Co-Editor-in-Chief of Nordic News for the 2020-2021 school year. Through Nordic, she wants to inform the school community about important events in the world and highlight outstanding students at Inglemoor. She also aims to guide the newspaper and website to the best version of itself that it can be. Outside of Nordic, she can be found working on her IB diploma, president of FBLA, as an executive officer of DECA and a member of the track team at Inglemoor. Her passions include but are not limited to literature, journalism and marketing. 

All content by Rory Knettles
After an eventful couple of years on Nordic, seniors Margaret He, Rory Knettles and Minita Layal say their final goodbyes. 

Editor goodbyes

Margaret He, Rory Knettles, and Minita Layal
Jun 12, 2021
Reaching the end of another year of high school is bittersweet. After this summer, you’ll get to open a new chapter of your life, with new memories and more life lessons. Art by Rory Knettles and Arushi Sharma

Nordic’s senior summer bucket list: Ten things to do after a long ride on the viking ship

Rory Knettles and Arushi Sharma
Jun 11, 2021
In 2018, a new pride flag called the “Progress Flag” was designed to honor LGBTQ+ and non-white communities. Including the six stripes of the previous pride flag, the colors of the transgender pride flag and stripes of black and brown to represent people of color, it is used as a part of a drive to be more inclusive of the expansive breath of identity. Art by Rory Knettles.

Intersectionality: The interconnections that make us who we are

Rory Knettles, Hope Rasa, and Kath Shelden
May 15, 2021
History months are a constant in our daily lives and provide a space for marginalized communities to speak about the hardships they face. Although many people become educated on relevant topics during these months, lasting changes have yet to be made. Art by Rory Knettles and Tyler Vuu

Editorial: History months provide a platform for performative activism

Rory Knettles and Tyler Vuu
Mar 23, 2021
This year marks the anniversary of half a century of Nordic News. Follow the paper's evolution from it's start, in 1971, to the current age through the eyes of it's staff members, both present and past. Art by Minita Layal.

Nordic celebrates 50 years

Margaret He, Rory Knettles, Minita Layal, and Gloria Shen
Feb 19, 2021
Studies show that social media is one of the largest environmental pressures for teenagers across the globe. Social media is a catalyst for eating disorders. Art by Rory Knettles.

Eating disorders in teenagers exacerbated through social media use

Rory Knettles and Tam Tran
Feb 14, 2021
Shopping small offers an individualized experience and unique gifts for loved ones. These five businesses are the perfect places to look for something special. Art by Rory Knettles.

Shop small this year: Nordic’s favorite small businesses for the holiday season

Rory Knettles and Jackie Su
Dec 21, 2020
The number of COVID-19 cases increase as holiday season starts all over the world, leading various world leaders to apply new restrictions. Art by Arushi Sharma.

Second wave of COVID-19 cause infection rates to peak internationally

Arushi Sharma and Rory Knettles
Dec 3, 2020
Fake homecomings (FOCO) are all the rage among high school students. Recognizing the potential dangers of the event is crucial in deciding whether to have one. Art by Rory Knettles

“Fake Homecomings” are irresponsible, highlight ignorance of youth

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 29, 2020
Two weeks ago, Inglemoor’s Valhalla players presented “Lead Rings on the Merry-go-Round.” This was the first of several virtual shows that they plan on presenting this year. Art by Rory Knettles.

Inglemoor Valhalla players adapt to virtual life, announces future virtual shows

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 21, 2020
In the past, Hispanic culture has been celebrated with lively festivals. Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15) welcomes this celebration and aids in the embracing of culture around the world. Art by Rory Knettles

Embracing culture: The importance of celebrating Hispanic heritage

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 16, 2020
The CDC classifies suicide as 100% preventable. The best way to avoid it is by standing together. Art by Rory Knettles.

Suicide awareness and prevention: What can we do better?

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 6, 2020
On Aug. 12 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden chose Californian Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate for the upcoming presidential election. Art by Rory Knettles.

Joe Biden selects Kamala Harris as his running mate for the 2020 election: What does this mean?

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Aug 23, 2020

ASB elections continue despite school closures

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2020
Graphic illustrating the Australian fires and indicating how many are impacted. Art by Rory Knettles

State of emergency declared over Australian bushfires, donations pour in

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Feb 7, 2020
Graphic illustrating the impact of the corona virus. Art by Rory Knettles

Coronavirus vaccine in development after international outbreak

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Feb 7, 2020
The Valhalla players present the Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon. The show opens Jan. 16 in the Little Theatre.

Valhalla Players retell Grimm’s fairytales

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Jan 14, 2020
Gabriela Mootz's favorite songs to sing. Art by Rory Knettles

Gabriela Mootz finds a family in choir

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Dec 20, 2019
Juniors Anita Macagno, Tenny Larsen, Jessica Carbaugh and Sophia Zeng (Left to right) collaborate on a page layout. The team works on an upcoming publishing deadline. Photo by Rory Knettles

[Photo] Scandia provides collaborative community for growing student journalists

Divya Akkiraju, Co-Business Manager
Dec 20, 2019
Graphic of rain clouds over Seattle. Art by Rory Knettles

Places to play on a rainy day

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Nov 22, 2019
The ASH group in the front of the stands, cheering on the football team. Photo by Rory Knettles

ASH takes the stands to promote Viking connectivity

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 31, 2019
Ecuadorian bread for Día de los Muertos. Art by Rahima Baluch

Students find new ways to have fun on Halloween

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 31, 2019

In the stands

Selin Asan and Rory Knettles
Oct 25, 2019

Vikings adjust to seven periods

Rory Knettles, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Oct 25, 2019
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