Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Deme Jones '26

Deme Jones '26, Multimedia Editor

Deme Jones is a junior at Nonnewaug High School who writes and edits for the NHS Chief Advocate. She is now a multimedia editor. This is her second year as a writer for Chief Advocate, and she hopes for a great year filled with many well-written pieces. Demetra enjoys her sports -- lacrosse, field hockey, and swim -- and hopes to play in the future.

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Nonnewaug assistant principal Declan Curtin, left, and principal Mykal Kuslis laugh together during the Class of 2025 Senior Field Day on Sept. 27. Curtin is in his first year as the assistant principal after six years as the athletic director and dean of students.

[Photo] Curtin Shifts Administrative Gears from Fields to Classrooms

Audrey Doran '27, Social Media Editor
October 10, 2024
Girls soccer player Hailey Goldman, left, and boys soccer player Vincenzo Rose are the Chief Advocate's Athletes of the Month for September.

[Photo] Rose, Goldman NHS’ September Athletes of the Month

Chief Advocate Staff
October 10, 2024
Northwest United's Reed Woerner (11) kicks off with James Shaughnessy (22) on coverage. Woerner attends Shepaug and Shaughnessy attends Lakeview, two of the four schools that comprise the co-op.

[Photo] Northwest United Players Always on the Road

Sophia Caldarella '25, Reporter
October 8, 2024
Liam Sandor, left, helps up Lincoln Nichols at the water balloon event during the Class of 2025 Senior Field Day on Sept. 27.

[Photo] Bees, Rappers, Superheroes and More Team Up on Senior Field Day (PHOTOS)

Addison Bushka '27 and Ava Hirleman '27
October 2, 2024
Nonnewaug seniors, from left, Jeff Bernardi and Thomas Lengyel, hold the spoon as Liam Sandor pretends to drink during the fall sports pep rally Sept. 19. The spoon is a longtime symbol of pride in Nonnewaug athletics.

[Photo] The Spoon: The Life and Greatest Stories of the Greatest Mascot in the BL

Bryce Gilbert '28, Reporter
September 30, 2024
Chase Heidorn (40) and Tristan Vandyke (34) runs with the flags to open the Northwest United football homecoming game vs. Thames River on Sept. 19.

Northwest United Cruises to Homecoming Win (PHOTOS)

Deme Jones '26, Multimedia Editor
September 25, 2024
Nonnewaug girls soccer coach Adam Brutting, right, talks to junior Ella Quinn during a game earlier this season.

[Photo] NHS Girls Soccer Adjusts to a New — But Familiar — Voice in the Huddle

Nesim Iljazi '26, Reporter
September 24, 2024
Durkin Stankevich (4) wins the ball with force during the boys soccer game against Northwestern on Sept. 13 at the NHS turf field.

Boys Soccer Keeps Win Streak Alive vs. Northwestern (PHOTOS)

Deme Jones '26, Multimedia Editor
September 16, 2024
Nonnewaug's student section cheers for the Northwest United football team Sept. 13 when the game theme called for neon. The homecoming sports day Sept. 19 will be a gold-out to support Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. (Courtesy of Kyle Brennan)

Nonnewaug to Go Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Deme Jones '26, Multimedia Editor
September 16, 2024
Hailey Goldman (11) jumps in excitement on Rosie Makarewicz (22) after scoring one of her two goals giving NHS the lead against Terryville during the girls soccer game against Terryville on Sept. 4 at the NHS turf.

Girls Soccer Opens Season with Big Win vs. Terryville (PHOTOS)

Deme Jones '26, Multimedia Editor
September 6, 2024
Nonnewaug senior Scott Meyer, third from left, poses with his family and the CIAC's Gregg Simon, right, after receiving the CIAC Spirit of Sports Award at Nonnewaug's red-out pep rally Feb. 2.

[Photo] Nonnewaug’s Meyer Wins Prestigious CIAC Perseverance Award

Gianna Lodice '24, Senior Editor
June 10, 2024
From left to right, Nicole Cappelli, Kiley Stampp, Skylar Chung, Ireland Starziski, Maylan Hardisty, and Samantha Duncan all pose together before heading to their senior prom night. The Monday after prom is the traditional date for senior skip day. (Courtesy of Maylan Hardisty)

Monday After Prom Means Senior Skip Day

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
June 4, 2024
AP Chemistry student Ellie McDonald works in class after the AP exam. Many of the AP classes have one last project before the end of the year.

AP After Party: What Students Do After Testing Is Over

Juliana Bailey '25 and Deme Jones '26
May 28, 2024
The parking lots at Nonnewaug can become the battlegrounds for students seeking to have a car on campus.

Lots of Competition in Nonnewaug’s Student Parking Lots

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
May 23, 2024
Caroline Donnelly, a sophomore from Litchfield High School, runs with the ball in a game against St. Paul during a 2023 game. (Courtesy of Marianthe Glynos)

Can Northwest United Girls Lacrosse Live to See Another Season?

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
May 8, 2024
Northwest United's Juliana Bailey, left, defends the ball from a St. Paul player during the 2023 lacrosse season. (Courtesy of Marianthe Glynos)

Jones: Sometimes Girls Lax Players ‘Just Need to Hit Someone’

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
March 25, 2024
Nonnewaug senior Luke Cenatiempo looks over ASVAB materials in the College and Career Resource Center.

Students Use ASVAB Results to Plan Career Paths

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
March 18, 2024
Nonnewaug's Durkin Stankevich, right, sizes up his opponent Feb. 7 against Derby/Oxford/Holy Cross. Stankevich won by points.

Nonnewaug Wrestling Team Wins Third Straight BL Championship

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
February 16, 2024
Nonnewaug's junior class, led by Jeff Bernardi, right, competes in the tug of war the red-out pep rally Feb. 2.

Nonnewaug Kicks Off Red-Out Spirit Week at Pep Rally (PHOTOS)

Anna Crocker '26 and Deme Jones '26
February 7, 2024
Gianna Lodice, a Nonnewaug senior, runs the 55-meter hurdles at the Last Chance Qualifier meet Feb. 5 at the Floyd Little Athletic Center in New Haven.

Indoor Track and Field a Change of Pace (PHOTOS)

Tyler Timko '24 and Deme Jones '26
February 7, 2024
From left, juniors Liam Sandor, Andrew Grivner, Gavin Sandor, Noah Sapack, Katie Farrell, and Lily Kiernan pose after starring in the informational video promoting the STALL fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (Courtesy of Karen Sandor)

Grivner, Sandor Hope Students Don’t STALL in Helping LLS

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
January 11, 2024
Grace Walkup, a junior at Nonnewaug, swims at a meet against Wilby last season. The swim team practices over the holiday break like the rest of Nonnewaug's winter sports teams. (Derek Ward)

Make or Break? Coaches, Athletes Agree Practicing During Vacation is Crucial

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
December 19, 2023
Class of 2023 graduates Adam Paganelli, left, and Brett Davino play cornhole at the 2023 Nonnewaug GradNite. This event is hosted every year after graduation, giving seniors a final opportunity to celebrate with food and planned activities. (contributed)

2024 Nonnewaug GradNite Set For Success, But Needs Volunteers

Layla Coppola '24 and Deme Jones '26
December 12, 2023
Gabby Guerra, a senior at Nonnewaug High School, attended the Goshen fair where she showed her cow and all of its skills and tricks.

Balancing Lacrosse Stick, Ag Passions Easy for ‘Goofball’ Guerra

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
December 8, 2023
Twins Liam and Gavin Sandor, left, and Laila and Deme Jones have been playing sports together since they were little. Now that they're in high school, they notice similarities and differences between their on- and off-field relationships.

Double Trouble? Twin Athletes Share Unique Relationships

Hailey Goldman '26 and Deme Jones '26
November 16, 2023
Juliana Bailey, a junior at Nonnewaug, reviews her PSAT scores from ninth and 10th grade on Nov. 9. Some students stress about receiving their latest scores.

Some Stress About Pending PSAT Scores, While Others Urge Calm

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
November 13, 2023
From left, Kaylee Jackson, Macey Chmiel, Bella Starr, Chloe Weaver, and Maggie Keane, celebrate Sept. 15 during Nonnewaug’s win against Wamogo.

After Record Turnout at Tryouts, Volleyball Team Storms to Hot Start

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
October 12, 2023
The Nonnewaug field hockey team poses after winning its first game, 1-0 over Northwestern in overtime on Sept. 12. Last spring, it looked like the Chiefs might not have enough players for a team, but an influx of new players have helped Nonnewaug put together a full roster.

New Year, New Coach, New Team: Can Field Hockey Make a Comeback?

Deme Jones '26, Reporter
September 15, 2023
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