2021-2022 School Year Issue 5

Covid Vaccines for Kids

Four journalists investigated the hot topic of this fall. When vaccines were approved for younger children, it really impacted our student population.✎

By Anabelle K., Lila F., Maya S., and Rebecca S.

All Around Town - Northbrook News!

To Shop or Not to Shop?

What is happening with Northbrook Court? A one time successful mall is making some changes in order to stay in business. ✎ with 📹

By Ava K. , Elle M., Lillian C., and Mia H.

Bye, Gas! Hello, Coffee!

A longtime gas station with a car wash on the same intersection as Walgreens has closed its doors. The Village confirms that a Starbucks will open in this location. ✎ with 📹

By Amari W., Julia L., Liv S., Olivia G., and Sasha S.

NBJH Spotlights

How to make a club?

These journalists tell you how students can influence clubs at NBJH. 🎙

By Henry G., Michael C., and Phoebe P.

How to stay undefeated?

Current undefeated athletes research what it takes to remain undefeated in basketball.🎙

By Brook T., Eli F., and Jocelyn C.

Check mate! Chess Team?

Should NBJH move to a team instead of just a chess team? Let's see. ✎

By Alex S., Austin C., and Casey S.

Which mask? NBJH speaks.

What is the good? The bad? The comfortable? Masks take center stage. ✎

By Colin G., Evan S., and Julian B.

Global News

A Brief Explanation

This podcast was recorded at the start of the crisis between Russia and Ukraine. It is four young journalists' attempt at giving some background on this world event. 🎙

By Apollo F., Bartek S. Max T., and Vlad T.

Sports

Let's Play Ball!

Let's look at what is causing the professional baseball season to be put on hold. (This was recorded before they reached an agreement.) 📹

By Ben M., Braeden C., and Jake K.

Olympics Battle Covid

In addition to looking at how this pandemic impacted the Winter Olympics, this story team also highlighted a few local Olympians. 📹

By Austin B., Ethan N., and Oliver L.

The Bears QB Dilemma

Justin Fields or Andy Dalton? The Chicago Bears franchise has a tough decision to make. 📹

By Colin H., Christopher B., and Eric M.

The Bulls New Powerhouse Player

This new athlete has taken Chicago by storm! He is definitely a fan favorite. Read to learn more!✎

By Hudson K., Isaac C., and Vince S.

Our First Business Section!

Everything at Your Doorstep

Online shopping is becoming even more the rage during the pandemic, but what are the good and bad of this new way to shop? 📹

By Caroline H., Kaia I., Roza H., and Victoria A.

Want to Start a Business?

These three curious journalists interviewed Mr. Orazio Buzza, a local entrepreneur to see how to get started in business! He is the founder and owner of Fooda and Ms. Buzza's husband! 🎙

By Colin S., Ji Yoon K., and Olivia K.

Reviews

Need a New Show to Binge?

We watched a lot of TV during the pandemic, but which shows rose to the top? 📹

By Bethany H., Lexi R., Meng S., and Will S.

A Video Game for Everyone!

This in-depth list of video games categorized by type will show that there is, indeed, a game for everyone! ✎

By Henry G., Jamie E., Josh L., and Oliver M.

Where's the Best Chicken Nugget?

Who doesn't love a juicy chicken nugget? This story team had criteria and judged our local chains. Who was the top bird?🎙

By Karol S., Liam M., Nia S., and Noelle D.

Which shoes reign at NBJH?

If you look around (and down!) at our school, you will see that what you wear on your feet is a big top of discussion. See what all the buzz is about! 📹

By Antalya K., Isabella C., Keegan M., and Natasha L.

Books, Books, & More Books!

Everyone needs to have a good TBR (to be read) stack - especially before spring break! So here are some excellent options! 📹

By Finley K., Lulu M., Osiris K., and Tyler L.

Editor's Note

This digital publication is created during a new literacy exploratory called Publishing with Purpose. Every sixth grade student rotates through this six-week course. There will be three issues each school year. Each issue will highlight submissions from two terms. I am very proud of The Trojan Times journalists.

These hard-working eleven and twelve year olds have learned so much. As with any learning journey, there is always room for growth. This is our second issue for the 2021-2022 school year and our second year as a publication. Not only have we learned a lot about how to be journalists, but also we have learned to problem solve and work collaboratively with our story teams.

Please understand that you will encounter some tech issues as you enjoy this issue, but overall, I think their enthusiasm and messages shine through!

Ms. Julie Buzza, NBCT

jbuzza@northbrook28.net

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