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
Savannah Czerepacha '25

Savannah Czerepacha ’25, Sports Editor

Savannah Czerepacha is a senior and a sports editor for the Chief Advocate. She is a part of the ag program and is studying aquaculture. She plays for the NHS soccer, track, and basketball teams. She also has a pet pig named Lightning and two axolotls.

All content by Savannah Czerepacha '25
Sophomore Riley Rich prepares to serve the ball during Nonnewaug volleyball’s Berkshire League semifinal match against Housatonic on Oct. 25.

Nonnewaug Volleyball Wins First BL Title in 5 Years

Elliana Obolewicz '27 and Savannah Czerepacha '25
November 4, 2024
Nonnewaug Athletes' Council members, from left, Kelly Farrell, Katie Farrell, Savannah Czerepacha, Emma Jackson, Liam Sandor, Thomas Lengyel, Matt Shupenis, and Ellie McDonald, pose with Olympian Kara Wolters at the annual CIAC Sportsmanship Conference. They attended this conference to help promote sportsmanship in the Nonnewaug community. (Courtesy of Kyle Brennan)

NHS Athletes’ Council Returns to CIAC Sportsmanship Conference

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Sports Editor
October 15, 2024
Senior Ava Parks has been the starting libero since the start of the Nonnewaug volleyball season.

Parks Assumes Role as Volleyball Team’s Libero

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Sports Editor
October 1, 2024
Two Nonnewaug students leave campus as part of their leave-and-return privilege. Many students treasure the policy because it gives them chances to get food or get things done, but that will end next year.

Safety Committee Recommendation Leads to End of Leave-and-Return Policy

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
June 4, 2024
Two weeks without bells due to AP testing causes students to keep checking the time to make sure that they won't be late to the next class. In the case of some classes, students help instructors keep an eye on the clock.

AP Testing Brings Two Weeks Without Bells but Plenty of Confusion

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
May 15, 2024
Nonnewaug athletic trainer Sean McGee helps Veronika Nicholas with an injury before practice track. McGee will be on campus this summer assisting athletes with summer practices.

New Rule Means Summer is Shortened Not Just for Athletes but for Trainer McGee, Too

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
May 8, 2024
NHS athletics provides an opportunity to creative relationships for students. Considering the large percentage of out-of-district students, these athletic experiences are especially crucial. (Christian Widell/Unsplash)

Czerepacha: Friendships That Unexpectedly Start From a Sport

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
April 1, 2024
NHS students traveled to Longwood Gardens facilities in Philadelphia as part of an immersive experience that allowed students to explore the many avenues that floriculture can offer.

[Photo] Philadelphia Floriculture Trip Gives Students Ideas for the Future

Arabella Rosa '25, Reporter
April 1, 2024
Junior Sam Koskta prepares last month's Valentine's Day arrangement.

Floriculture Students Hone Craft with Community-Wide Events (PHOTOS)

Arabella Rosa '25 and Savannah Czerepacha '25
February 28, 2024
Out-of-district students face challenges with early mornings and inclement weather decisions. (Courtesy of Surja Sen Das Raj/Unsplash)

Out-of-District Students Face Challenges with Inclement Weather Calls

Savannah Czerepacha '25 and Lana Manganello '25
February 2, 2024
Sophomore Robert Metcalfe keeps eyes on the shot clock as he cues up a shot early in the season.

Shot Clock Rule is a Game-Changer

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
February 1, 2024
Emma Jackson will likely join NHS volleyball's exclusive 500 Club next season thanks to her growing total of assists, though her performance on the court isn't the only remarkable quality she brings to her teams. (Courtesy of Emma Jackson)

Jackson a Natural Leader, Regardless of Season

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
December 13, 2023
Emma Jackson sets a ball during a volleyball game this fall. Jackson, a junior, is a student-athlete and an agriscience student.

FFA and Sports: How Do Athletes Do Both?

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
November 27, 2023
Nonnewaug girls volleyball team closed out their Senior Night on Oct. 27 with a resounding win over the Gilbert Yellowjackets. (Courtesy of Nonnewaug Volleyball/Instagram

Tough Schedule, Fan Support Boosts Nonnewaug Volleyball

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
October 27, 2023
Despite improvements on the athletic fields following NHS' most recent renovation, autumn rain has provided many challenges for athletes.

Heavy Rains and Slick Surfaces Spell Danger for Athletes

Savannah Czerepacha '25, Reporter
September 28, 2023
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