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The official student news of Normal Community High School

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Jessica Dougall

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter

Jessica Dougall is a senior at Normal Community High School who is part of Best Buddies. She is working with the Inkspot as a staff reporter for the first time this year. I am interested in attending Illinois State University next year. A random fact about me is that I enjoy taking photos.

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Mr. Jason Ruyle wears an oversized gold backpack while passing out water bottles, frisbees and t-shirts to students.

‘Dude, be nice’ week at Normal Community

Student Council promotes acts of kindness
Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • May 15, 2019

Mr. Jason Ruyle could be seen wearing an over-sized gold backpack, passing out water bottles, Frisbees and t-shirts. The lunchroom appeared cleaner. Free popcorn coupons handed out to students and...

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Front row L-R: Katie Stahl, Maggie Shackley, Bella Manzo, Emma Williams, Ivy Goeckner. Second row L-R: Jack Mondragon, Aniya Thompson, Kennedy Coe, Kim Halm, Logan Dirr, Dani Ferrante, Tyger Gudeman, Piper Coe, Kate Sutter, Andrew Alexander.

Photo Gallery: Tigers Be Still

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • May 12, 2019

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On April 23 of 2019, senior NCHS varsity soccer players were recognized at the game against Bloomington High School.

Photo Gallery: Lady Iron soccer’s senior night

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Apr 30, 2019

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Be a Hero Day, started by The Heroes Embracing Autistic Lives (H.E.A.L) Foundation was held on April 6, 2019 at the Illinois State University Alumni Center.

Photo Gallery: H.E.A.L Foundation Be a Hero Day

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Apr 10, 2019

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NCHS graduate Jon Miskulin worked to spread the idea of accepting and celebrating individuals differences throughout Central Illinois.

Power to marvel at: Student’s legacy lives on after passing

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Apr 7, 2019

Standing in front of an elementary class, Jon Miskulin could be heard saying “You know everyone has a superpower and mine is music” before asking students “what is yours?” Miskulin believed...

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Video: Students and staff offer thoughts on mental illnesses

Anagha Arla, Jessica Dougall and Sydney Franklin • Feb 27, 2019

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The 300 word series is inspired by Brady Denniss St. Petersburg Times column.

300 Words: Mackenzie Kraft’s passion for raising her own livestock

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Feb 19, 2019

When most students go home to take care of their dogs and cats, Mackenzie Kraft goes home to take care of her goats and chickens, her horse and cow. For the senior, this is just her everyday life. Six...

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Isabel Hanson

Video: Co-ed cheer competes in State

Jessica Dougall and Abby Kimball • Feb 8, 2019

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This is the second year that Co-Ed Varsity cheer has attended State. They previously attended in 2016.

Photo Gallery: IHSA State Co-Ed Varsity Cheer Competition

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Feb 3, 2019

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Photo Gallery: IHSA State Dance Competition

Photo Gallery: IHSA State Dance Competition

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Feb 1, 2019

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Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey on stage in Chicago at the United Center as they discuss Obama’s new memoir.

Obama’s ‘Becoming’ book tour

Michelle Obama discusses her new book with Oprah Winfrey
Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Jan 8, 2019

Positivity. Encouragement. Empowerment. These were the emotions in the air as a once in a lifetime event at the United Center was about to begin. Audience anticipation was high as former First Lady...

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The 2018-2019 school year brought additional security measures to the NCHS campus. Security monitor Mr. Todd Kelly is one of two new staff members who works to ensure the building is secure throughout the school day.

[Photo] Six years later: School safety efforts continue

Oct 12, 2018

The 2018-2019 school year brought additional security measures to the NCHS campus. Security monitor Mr. Todd Kelly is one of two new staff members who works to ensure the building is secure throughout...

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Senior powder puff teams compete against each other.

Photo gallery: Powder puff game

Jessica Dougall, Staff Reporter • Oct 3, 2018

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