Briggs discusses school closing policies
By Lilly Chesser
NORTHRIDGE - As wintertime comes and goes through Ohio, so does winter weather. This weather can be very unpredictable and often causes conditions that would make getting to school potentially unsafe.
Superintendent Dr. Chris Briggs makes the final decision on matters of school cancellations and delays
and weighs this decision against a carefully constructed system of criteria and policies.
There are few inflexible rules for what will bring about a delay or cancellation. The two main
concerns are heavy snowfall, which makes roads unsafe for driving, and below zero temperatures and
windchill, which is unsafe to be in at all. Briggs says the decision is largely “a judgment call” on his part.
This decision will reach families no later than 5:30 am on the day of cancellation through Northridge’s
“all call” system. Briggs says to also check TV and Radio programs for information on cancellation of
other school-related events.
To find out if it is safe to be out, Northridge’s transportation supervisor and others drive main
routes around the school district and relay the information to Briggs from 4:30-5:00 am. “Northridge is a
large, rural district” says Briggs, “It is 137 square miles and relies on 16 townships that all have different
resources available to make sure their roads are clear.” Briggs says it is because of this that it is difficult
to judge whether all roads used for transportation to the school will be in a decent condition. Briggs
says however that they are very cautious of the conditions of main roads such as Northridge Road, and
roads through Croton and Homer, as one or all of these roads are used by most to get to a Northridge
school building. Information is also gathered from weather forecasts about temperature and
precipitation throughout the day to make sure that arriving home can also be done safely.
Briggs admits that, because of the largeness of the district, the unpredictable nature of weather,
and some other unknowable factors, bad calls can and have been made. “Closing school is not a decision
we take lightly” he says. It is something that he and the administration try to avoid as much as possible
as school was disrupted “a lot” during the 2013-2014 school year due to weather.
“Safety is always the top priority” says Briggs, adding that it is by no means something he takes
lightly either, especially considering recent tragedy in the Northridge community. Well-being for
students, families, and staff is always the highest concern, and when that is at risk, school will be closed or delayed.
Lilly Chesser ('15) is a Print Copy Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By Lilly Chesser
NORTHRIDGE - As wintertime comes and goes through Ohio, so does winter weather. This weather can be very unpredictable and often causes conditions that would make getting to school potentially unsafe.
Superintendent Dr. Chris Briggs makes the final decision on matters of school cancellations and delays
and weighs this decision against a carefully constructed system of criteria and policies.
There are few inflexible rules for what will bring about a delay or cancellation. The two main
concerns are heavy snowfall, which makes roads unsafe for driving, and below zero temperatures and
windchill, which is unsafe to be in at all. Briggs says the decision is largely “a judgment call” on his part.
This decision will reach families no later than 5:30 am on the day of cancellation through Northridge’s
“all call” system. Briggs says to also check TV and Radio programs for information on cancellation of
other school-related events.
To find out if it is safe to be out, Northridge’s transportation supervisor and others drive main
routes around the school district and relay the information to Briggs from 4:30-5:00 am. “Northridge is a
large, rural district” says Briggs, “It is 137 square miles and relies on 16 townships that all have different
resources available to make sure their roads are clear.” Briggs says it is because of this that it is difficult
to judge whether all roads used for transportation to the school will be in a decent condition. Briggs
says however that they are very cautious of the conditions of main roads such as Northridge Road, and
roads through Croton and Homer, as one or all of these roads are used by most to get to a Northridge
school building. Information is also gathered from weather forecasts about temperature and
precipitation throughout the day to make sure that arriving home can also be done safely.
Briggs admits that, because of the largeness of the district, the unpredictable nature of weather,
and some other unknowable factors, bad calls can and have been made. “Closing school is not a decision
we take lightly” he says. It is something that he and the administration try to avoid as much as possible
as school was disrupted “a lot” during the 2013-2014 school year due to weather.
“Safety is always the top priority” says Briggs, adding that it is by no means something he takes
lightly either, especially considering recent tragedy in the Northridge community. Well-being for
students, families, and staff is always the highest concern, and when that is at risk, school will be closed or delayed.
Lilly Chesser ('15) is a Print Copy Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
The Internet is forever
By: Megan Dalton When your parents and teachers would tell you to be careful what you post on the web, they meant it. The internet truly is forever and could really get you into trouble if you aren’t careful. Teenagers, adults, and even kids are all about sharing their thoughts and plans all over the Internet, posting things all over popular sites like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and other social networking. “Teens post things without thinking who will see it and if it will matter later on. They will post pictures of them partying or wearing something a little too relieving just to get "likes" but they don't think how bad it makes them look,” Morgan Hatten (‘16) says. Most teens and people have “public” profiles, which means anyone who wants to can look at your profile and see everything you have posted. Just by a search of your name your social media accounts you planned for just your friends to view can also be seen by other people and even authority figures. There are big consequences for posting vulgar or rude things on social networks. There have been many cases where an employee has been fired after a boss has seen things they deem “unfit.” There have been people fired for posting things like them smoking marijuana, licking bowls from their place of work, ranting about how they hate boss/coworker, and other things that don't reflect in a postive way. Your accounts can affect your job applications and futures if you don't think twice about what you think you are posting in “good fun.” Social media can also affect college acceptance in a negative or positive way. The statistics below illustrate some examples.
What you post stays on the Internet forever and can be seen by anyone. The things you think are “funny” now may not be “funny” to the people who decide your future and can have the power to make or break you. -Megan Dalton(‘16) is a staff writer and Junior Sports Editor for the Viking Vault. |
Northridge students establishing digital footprint
By Kaycee Campbell Students nowadays, don’t realize the effects that posting negative things on social media can have on them. Cussing, bullying, negative thoughts, etc., make you look bad. These posts are there for everyone to see; Even if you delete them they can still be accessed. Posting these type of things is a sign of immaturity. Putting people down, having a foul mouth or having a negative opinion on social media for everyone to see, shows that you are looking for attention. There is a specific job, where you are given a stack of resumes to go on any social media and look at pictures, post, etc. They go all the way back to even Myspace. If they find anything negative, it filters through a don’t consider page,” says Mrs. Miller. These post can have a major negative effect on getting employed. Recently, Northridge students experienced some of this negative social media on January 9th of 2015. Students began saying things that were unnecessary and inappropriate to their superintendent, Dr. Chris Briggs. This was brought on by the decision not to delay or close school. Students and parents were both concerned with road conditions. Most of all schools in the district and surrounding districts were all closed. This negative media caused Briggs to “block” some students on his Twitter account, which makes them unable to view or tweet at him. Later that day, Dr. Briggs posted a tweet saying “students please be thoughtful and careful what you post on Twitter. You are establishing your digital footprint. I post to keep you informed.” He is correct; your digital footprint will forever follow you. -Kaycee Campbell ('17) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault. |
Northridge explores artistic side
By Ana Carpenter
NORTHRIDGE - As of late, students and teachers alike previously uninvolved are now taking interest in the arts at Northridge. Evidence of this includes the hype surrounding Cinderella, the upcoming musical; the newly established art club (who have facilitated the production of expressive Sharpie drawings appearing randomly on the school walls); the introduction of an additional arts teacher, Ms. Kendra Athy; student participation in All-State choir; and the extensive effort put into OMUN talent showcases. Not to mention the recent arts hall of fame appearing above the door to the art room, which showcases award-winning student artists who have attended Northridge throughout the years.
For years, Northridge has been known primarily as a sports school, with a history of regional victories in sports like track and wrestling. What many don't realize, however, is that arts can also be used for competition. Every year, Senior Art Teacher Mr. Andrew Kirtland holds an art show featuring hired judges and awards per category, which include: ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture and 3D
art. Of course, one student each year is awarded Overall Best of Show.
To extend and cultivate student's artistic abilities, Athy--a professional painter--arrived at Northridge at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year. Kirtland is grateful for her presence, saying she "takes a load off." Previously, Kirtland solely taught every art class offered, and admits he has felt much less overworked since her arrival.
To enhance the process and promote the school's art program, this year's Art Club wrote a letter to district-wide schools' arts directors in order to organize an invitational art show, in which multiple schools will bring their pieces to be showcased and judged at Northridge. Award-winning Northridge participants will be commemorated for their creativity above the art room doors, where their names along with year and award title will be written.
Members of Art Club have determined that--until the big show--Northridge needs a little touching up. Using nothing more than a projector, a handful of members and a box of Sharpie brand permanent markers, the students have begun illustrating the white walls of the halls. A caricature of Sir Isaac Newton stands outside the door of Math Teacher Mr. Shaun Boening, who gave consent for the drawing, stating that Newton is his favorite mathematician.
On the other end of the artistic spectrum (no pun intended), students Miguel Disbennett ('16) and Ana Carpenter ('15) experienced a taste of competitive vocal performance through their audition and induction into All-State choir, which is a program that has just recently been introduced to Northridge students. All-State is a highly selective, state-wide collection of choral students who practice together and perform on the evening of Friday, February 6th at the Cleveland Convention Center. Only a few students--for Northridge, just two--are selected from each school in Ohio.
The hype extends to every corner of the school, introducing students to various expressive art forms as students like Mike Pileski ('15), McKenzie Messer ('15), and Paul Haught ('15) prepare for theater auditions despite their disinterest in choral classes. This year's musical has everyone talking; with a new sound system, poofy dresses, and a fairy-tale setting, Directors Mrs. Jessica McDevitt and Mrs. Jennifer Ulery hope to make this year's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella a smashing hit. The musical is set for March 20th and 21st at 7:00 pm and March 22nd at 3:30 pm.
Marrying world politics with the arts, this year's Ohio Model United Nations at Northridge inspired students to develop their talent showcases into short theatrical performances, in which student's showcased their singing, dancing, and acting capabilities. Those more interested in the political aspects of the program experienced a taste of the arts, many performing themselves. Through the implementation of this program and all of the changes inspired by artists and art teachers, many students claim to have learned and grown immensely; many discovered or are still discovering new talents or hobbies they can enjoy throughout the rest of their lives.
-Ana Carpenter ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By Ana Carpenter
NORTHRIDGE - As of late, students and teachers alike previously uninvolved are now taking interest in the arts at Northridge. Evidence of this includes the hype surrounding Cinderella, the upcoming musical; the newly established art club (who have facilitated the production of expressive Sharpie drawings appearing randomly on the school walls); the introduction of an additional arts teacher, Ms. Kendra Athy; student participation in All-State choir; and the extensive effort put into OMUN talent showcases. Not to mention the recent arts hall of fame appearing above the door to the art room, which showcases award-winning student artists who have attended Northridge throughout the years.
For years, Northridge has been known primarily as a sports school, with a history of regional victories in sports like track and wrestling. What many don't realize, however, is that arts can also be used for competition. Every year, Senior Art Teacher Mr. Andrew Kirtland holds an art show featuring hired judges and awards per category, which include: ceramics, painting, drawing, sculpture and 3D
art. Of course, one student each year is awarded Overall Best of Show.
To extend and cultivate student's artistic abilities, Athy--a professional painter--arrived at Northridge at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year. Kirtland is grateful for her presence, saying she "takes a load off." Previously, Kirtland solely taught every art class offered, and admits he has felt much less overworked since her arrival.
To enhance the process and promote the school's art program, this year's Art Club wrote a letter to district-wide schools' arts directors in order to organize an invitational art show, in which multiple schools will bring their pieces to be showcased and judged at Northridge. Award-winning Northridge participants will be commemorated for their creativity above the art room doors, where their names along with year and award title will be written.
Members of Art Club have determined that--until the big show--Northridge needs a little touching up. Using nothing more than a projector, a handful of members and a box of Sharpie brand permanent markers, the students have begun illustrating the white walls of the halls. A caricature of Sir Isaac Newton stands outside the door of Math Teacher Mr. Shaun Boening, who gave consent for the drawing, stating that Newton is his favorite mathematician.
On the other end of the artistic spectrum (no pun intended), students Miguel Disbennett ('16) and Ana Carpenter ('15) experienced a taste of competitive vocal performance through their audition and induction into All-State choir, which is a program that has just recently been introduced to Northridge students. All-State is a highly selective, state-wide collection of choral students who practice together and perform on the evening of Friday, February 6th at the Cleveland Convention Center. Only a few students--for Northridge, just two--are selected from each school in Ohio.
The hype extends to every corner of the school, introducing students to various expressive art forms as students like Mike Pileski ('15), McKenzie Messer ('15), and Paul Haught ('15) prepare for theater auditions despite their disinterest in choral classes. This year's musical has everyone talking; with a new sound system, poofy dresses, and a fairy-tale setting, Directors Mrs. Jessica McDevitt and Mrs. Jennifer Ulery hope to make this year's production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella a smashing hit. The musical is set for March 20th and 21st at 7:00 pm and March 22nd at 3:30 pm.
Marrying world politics with the arts, this year's Ohio Model United Nations at Northridge inspired students to develop their talent showcases into short theatrical performances, in which student's showcased their singing, dancing, and acting capabilities. Those more interested in the political aspects of the program experienced a taste of the arts, many performing themselves. Through the implementation of this program and all of the changes inspired by artists and art teachers, many students claim to have learned and grown immensely; many discovered or are still discovering new talents or hobbies they can enjoy throughout the rest of their lives.
-Ana Carpenter ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
Prom coming quickly, students prepare
By Hunter Adkins
People are already dress shopping, so it must be time to get the word out about the Northridge 2015 junior-senior prom. This year, Prom will be Saturday, May 23 at Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark. The after-prom party will follow at the attached CoCo Key Water Resort.
Senior Class Advisor Mrs. Grow says she expects the flat rate of both the prom and after-prom will be around $60 or $65 a ticket.
For those of you who haven't attended prom before, dress is formal wear; it's very elegant and classy. There is an Italian buffet style dinner and plenty of places for pictures, but no hotel rooms are allowed to be bought.
Mrs. Grow said that "The past three years there have only been around one hundred people for the after-prom."
But Shanlee Lamp (15') said, "Hopefully we have a lot of people because it's the senior’s last Prom, and I think it will be better than last year. There will be more people and the after-prom will be better."
-Hunter Adkins (15’) is the Features Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By Hunter Adkins
People are already dress shopping, so it must be time to get the word out about the Northridge 2015 junior-senior prom. This year, Prom will be Saturday, May 23 at Cherry Valley Lodge in Newark. The after-prom party will follow at the attached CoCo Key Water Resort.
Senior Class Advisor Mrs. Grow says she expects the flat rate of both the prom and after-prom will be around $60 or $65 a ticket.
For those of you who haven't attended prom before, dress is formal wear; it's very elegant and classy. There is an Italian buffet style dinner and plenty of places for pictures, but no hotel rooms are allowed to be bought.
Mrs. Grow said that "The past three years there have only been around one hundred people for the after-prom."
But Shanlee Lamp (15') said, "Hopefully we have a lot of people because it's the senior’s last Prom, and I think it will be better than last year. There will be more people and the after-prom will be better."
-Hunter Adkins (15’) is the Features Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
Northridge expands curriculum with new Weather class
By Savannah Legg
Since the fall of 2014, Northridge has added a few classes to the curriculum including the new weather class taught by Ms. Jessica Wright. The class is a year-long class being offered to juniors and seniors as an additional science credit.
The class was first proposed by Ms. Carrie Baker, a current science teacher at Northridge, who says “the class had so much criteria that we were able to make it its own class.” Baker also said that “students are more likely to be interested in weather because it is used so often in their everyday life.” Wright says her normal class day starts with discussing the topic for the day with the students, possible notes, followed by a worksheet. She has also added fun experiments to the curriculum to keep the class fun. Wright describes the class as “relatable and practical.”
“It’s so relative because students are actively reading and talking about the weather almost every day,” says Wright.
Wright encourages all students to take her additional science classes including Physical Science for freshman and Astronomy for upperclassmen.
-Savannah Legg (‘16) is the Photo Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By Savannah Legg
Since the fall of 2014, Northridge has added a few classes to the curriculum including the new weather class taught by Ms. Jessica Wright. The class is a year-long class being offered to juniors and seniors as an additional science credit.
The class was first proposed by Ms. Carrie Baker, a current science teacher at Northridge, who says “the class had so much criteria that we were able to make it its own class.” Baker also said that “students are more likely to be interested in weather because it is used so often in their everyday life.” Wright says her normal class day starts with discussing the topic for the day with the students, possible notes, followed by a worksheet. She has also added fun experiments to the curriculum to keep the class fun. Wright describes the class as “relatable and practical.”
“It’s so relative because students are actively reading and talking about the weather almost every day,” says Wright.
Wright encourages all students to take her additional science classes including Physical Science for freshman and Astronomy for upperclassmen.
-Savannah Legg (‘16) is the Photo Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
Dann watches as Buckeyes cruise past Ducks
By Bryant Garee
(Photo provided by E. Dann.)
NORTHRIDGE- Northridge senior Emma Dann made the trip to Dallas, Texas, to watch her hometown Buckeyes as they took on the fighting ducks. She watched the Buckeyes receive the National Championship trophy with a big smile on her face, in what she calls an “indescribable experience.”
“There were thousands of screaming Buckeye fans around us,” Dann said. “It was like a student section the whole game. We never once sat down or stopped yelling, the entire game.”
Of course, Dann and her family stayed and watched Urban Meyer and the Buckeyes receive the title. “We didn't even sit down for that, we were too happy and excited,” Dann said. “I really appreciated watching it too, because you never know when something like this is going to happen again, let alone being able to experience it in person.”
One of the best parts of the entire experience for Dann was being back at her hotel. “Our hotel was right next to the players’ hotel, so almost every day my family and I would go over there and watch the players get off the bus. It was an all around perfect experience and I would do it again in a heartbeat,” Dann said.
The Dann family arrived in Dallas late on Saturday night. During their stay, they just experienced what Dallas had to offer at restaurants and stores. They drove home in one day on Tuesday and didn't arrive in their driveway until about one in the morning. Even after the long drive home, Dann says she will never forget that weekend in all her life.
-Bryant Garee ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By Bryant Garee
(Photo provided by E. Dann.)
NORTHRIDGE- Northridge senior Emma Dann made the trip to Dallas, Texas, to watch her hometown Buckeyes as they took on the fighting ducks. She watched the Buckeyes receive the National Championship trophy with a big smile on her face, in what she calls an “indescribable experience.”
“There were thousands of screaming Buckeye fans around us,” Dann said. “It was like a student section the whole game. We never once sat down or stopped yelling, the entire game.”
Of course, Dann and her family stayed and watched Urban Meyer and the Buckeyes receive the title. “We didn't even sit down for that, we were too happy and excited,” Dann said. “I really appreciated watching it too, because you never know when something like this is going to happen again, let alone being able to experience it in person.”
One of the best parts of the entire experience for Dann was being back at her hotel. “Our hotel was right next to the players’ hotel, so almost every day my family and I would go over there and watch the players get off the bus. It was an all around perfect experience and I would do it again in a heartbeat,” Dann said.
The Dann family arrived in Dallas late on Saturday night. During their stay, they just experienced what Dallas had to offer at restaurants and stores. They drove home in one day on Tuesday and didn't arrive in their driveway until about one in the morning. Even after the long drive home, Dann says she will never forget that weekend in all her life.
-Bryant Garee ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
Waltzing in glass slippers
Northridge students prepare for spring musical
By: Donna Snyder
Johnstown, Ohio- Northridge High School will be conducting their spring musical, Cinderella, on Friday and Saturday March 20th and 21st at 7 pm and Sunday March 22nd at 3 pm in the High School auditorium. Tickets will go on sale the last week of February through the high school office and will continue to be sold at the door. Tickets will cost $8 for Seniors and students and $10 for adults.
Middle school Language Arts teacher Mrs. Jennifer Ulery and Vocal Music Director Mrs. Jessica McDevitt are not only directors, but will be taking care of choreography, musical decisions, showtimes, and everything in between.
There are twelve leads played by individuals from the Junior and Senior class. Cinderella is played by Kaelin Curran ('16) with the Prince being played by Colin Evans ('16). The full cast consists of about 43 students ranging from grades nine through twelve. McDevitt states that, “When choosing a musical, Mrs. Ulery and I consider how many lead characters are available, vocal ranges required, how many male/female roles are required, if we have enough students to fill the roles, and the show theme or style. We try to give students an opportunity to experience and participate in a variety musicals by selecting shows that are not too similar to recent Northridge musicals.” McDevitt also includes, “Cinderella is a classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical which will be familiar to many viewers.”
McDevitt will be helping students learn several dances. She mentioned, “During the ball scene, students will be featured dancing the Waltz, Gavotte, and other ballroom dances. Dancing and other choreography will be incorporated throughout the show, especially in the chorus songs “The Prince is Giving a Ball,” “Your Majesties,” “Gavotte,” and “Waltz for a Ball.”
By appealing to many viewers of all ages, McDevitt and Ulery hope to set a preview for students in the middle school, Intermediate, and hopefully the primary as well, to get students excited about attending. McDevitt claims, “This will be a wonderful show with exciting costuming, set design, choreography, pit musicians, and very talented students involved in all areas from tech and stage crew, chorus, and lead characters,” while mentioning the tremendous support and effort put forth by the parents who volunteer and help with things such as make-up, props, set painting and assembly, costumes, transportation and more.
Both Ulery and McDevitt feel they have had wonderful support for all of their previous productions and expect the attendance to have the same abundance as usual.
-Donna Snyder ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
Northridge students prepare for spring musical
By: Donna Snyder
Johnstown, Ohio- Northridge High School will be conducting their spring musical, Cinderella, on Friday and Saturday March 20th and 21st at 7 pm and Sunday March 22nd at 3 pm in the High School auditorium. Tickets will go on sale the last week of February through the high school office and will continue to be sold at the door. Tickets will cost $8 for Seniors and students and $10 for adults.
Middle school Language Arts teacher Mrs. Jennifer Ulery and Vocal Music Director Mrs. Jessica McDevitt are not only directors, but will be taking care of choreography, musical decisions, showtimes, and everything in between.
There are twelve leads played by individuals from the Junior and Senior class. Cinderella is played by Kaelin Curran ('16) with the Prince being played by Colin Evans ('16). The full cast consists of about 43 students ranging from grades nine through twelve. McDevitt states that, “When choosing a musical, Mrs. Ulery and I consider how many lead characters are available, vocal ranges required, how many male/female roles are required, if we have enough students to fill the roles, and the show theme or style. We try to give students an opportunity to experience and participate in a variety musicals by selecting shows that are not too similar to recent Northridge musicals.” McDevitt also includes, “Cinderella is a classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical which will be familiar to many viewers.”
McDevitt will be helping students learn several dances. She mentioned, “During the ball scene, students will be featured dancing the Waltz, Gavotte, and other ballroom dances. Dancing and other choreography will be incorporated throughout the show, especially in the chorus songs “The Prince is Giving a Ball,” “Your Majesties,” “Gavotte,” and “Waltz for a Ball.”
By appealing to many viewers of all ages, McDevitt and Ulery hope to set a preview for students in the middle school, Intermediate, and hopefully the primary as well, to get students excited about attending. McDevitt claims, “This will be a wonderful show with exciting costuming, set design, choreography, pit musicians, and very talented students involved in all areas from tech and stage crew, chorus, and lead characters,” while mentioning the tremendous support and effort put forth by the parents who volunteer and help with things such as make-up, props, set painting and assembly, costumes, transportation and more.
Both Ulery and McDevitt feel they have had wonderful support for all of their previous productions and expect the attendance to have the same abundance as usual.
-Donna Snyder ('15) is a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
ASVAB Testing
By: Kyle Stermer
NORTHRIDGE - As Northridge students prepare to take the ASVAB, students have a few questions about it.
First of all, what is it? The ASVAB is described as a “multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.” The term ASVAB actually stands for the armed services vocational aptitude battery. There are many questions in it with a range of topics, from general science, automotives, to electronics. Many students stress out over it, but in reality, many of the questions are more of just common sense. You also cannot fail or ace the test, your score just shows your abilities. It also has no effect on grades, you have nothing to lose or gain. But, getting a good score on it should be no problem, as long as you have gotten good grades throughout high school. There is no need to study for it, but there are plenty of practice tests if you wish.
Students were supposed to take the test January 26th, but due to school closings, it was rescheduled. Students will now take the test on February 9th. Students will come to school and immediately start the test, and it will go on for however long it takes.
The ASVAB is known as a military placement test. When you enlist into the military, you take the test, and they base your score on what jobs you qualify for. Many students, like Junior Daniel Neff, ask “Why do we have to take it if we aren't going in the military?” Well, as Ms. Jessie explains it, it is for “career exploration”. Since there are a variety of different subjects in the ASVAB, you can figure out what certain subjects you are particularly good at. It will help you find suitable occupations to investigate and pursue based on your skills and interests. So even if you aren't going into the military, it is still beneficial.
-Kyle Stermer ('16) is an Interactive Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.
By: Kyle Stermer
NORTHRIDGE - As Northridge students prepare to take the ASVAB, students have a few questions about it.
First of all, what is it? The ASVAB is described as a “multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.” The term ASVAB actually stands for the armed services vocational aptitude battery. There are many questions in it with a range of topics, from general science, automotives, to electronics. Many students stress out over it, but in reality, many of the questions are more of just common sense. You also cannot fail or ace the test, your score just shows your abilities. It also has no effect on grades, you have nothing to lose or gain. But, getting a good score on it should be no problem, as long as you have gotten good grades throughout high school. There is no need to study for it, but there are plenty of practice tests if you wish.
Students were supposed to take the test January 26th, but due to school closings, it was rescheduled. Students will now take the test on February 9th. Students will come to school and immediately start the test, and it will go on for however long it takes.
The ASVAB is known as a military placement test. When you enlist into the military, you take the test, and they base your score on what jobs you qualify for. Many students, like Junior Daniel Neff, ask “Why do we have to take it if we aren't going in the military?” Well, as Ms. Jessie explains it, it is for “career exploration”. Since there are a variety of different subjects in the ASVAB, you can figure out what certain subjects you are particularly good at. It will help you find suitable occupations to investigate and pursue based on your skills and interests. So even if you aren't going into the military, it is still beneficial.
-Kyle Stermer ('16) is an Interactive Editor and a staff writer for The Viking Vault.