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The Student News Site of St. Charles North High School

Stargazer
The Student News Site of St. Charles North High School

Stargazer
Melanie Jandura

Melanie Jandura, News Editor

Melanie is the News Editor for the Stargazer. She is a junior and has been on the staff since 2021. Melanie engages in student journalism because she wants others to know about different topics around the school and community.

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Peasant, senior and renowned author Tyler Moore wearing a homemade paper ruff.

[SATIRE] Elizabethan neck ruffs: the newest fashion trend taking North by storm

Melanie Jandura, Not Emo!
April 1, 2024
Notable books such as The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas have been challenged at several schools across the country.

Why North students benefit from the ban on book-banning

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
March 15, 2024
St. Malachys Church

Gallery: Philharmonic and Chamber Orchestra travel to New York City

Melanie Jandura and Drew Herrera
March 8, 2024
A comprehensive guide to mindfully walking North’s hallways

A comprehensive guide to mindfully walking North’s hallways

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
February 23, 2024
Studio Ghibli utilizes stunning animation and storytelling in Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron”

Studio Ghibli utilizes stunning animation and storytelling in Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron”

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
February 2, 2024
Fincher’s “The Killer” killed it with several scenes filmed in downtown St. Charles

Fincher’s “The Killer” killed it with several scenes filmed in downtown St. Charles

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
December 15, 2023
K-9 dog Saint poses in front of a police car.

District 303 brings back K-9 units to randomly inspect high schools

Melanie Jandura and Lizzy Medina
November 3, 2023
Letters of Recommendation: The Factor That can Make or Break an Application

Letters of Recommendation: The Factor That can Make or Break an Application

Melanie Jandura and Lizzy Medina
October 27, 2023
This infographic summarizes the agreement between the WGA and Hollywood.

New WGA Contract Rewrites the Future of Hollywood

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
October 13, 2023
Audience watching Love, Dad by Ronnie Reese and Kristofor Husted, a short film documentary following the life of James Gardner.

Arcada Breakout Film Festival Spreads the Love for Cinema

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
September 29, 2023
Senior Nolan Brown eats lunch at the beginning of class.

Staff Editorial: Lunch Hours Bite Into Students’ Schedules

Melanie Jandura and Jadyn Murvine
September 8, 2023
Graphic of a writer on strike.

Actors and Writers of Hollywood Go on Strike

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
September 1, 2023
Metallicas eleventh studio album 72 Seasons cover.

Metallica’s Eleventh Studio Album “72 Seasons” Brings Back their Thrash Metal Style

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
April 21, 2023
Recyclable materials can be contaminated if mixed with trash

How to do Better at Recycling

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
April 14, 2023
Fall Out Boys 8th studio album, So much (for) Stardust, was released in March 24.

[Photo] “So Much (for) Stardust” Returns to Fall Out Boy’s Roots

Jei Jandura, Features Editor
April 14, 2023
Grace Hartman, Junior, takes the Panorama survey.

Panorama Surveys Provide Information to Teachers

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
March 23, 2023
Gallery: What is your Ideal Weather Scenario?

Gallery: What is your Ideal Weather Scenario?

Magen Kranz, Natalie Hannah, Tess Arendt, Alex Bardouniotis, Jei Jandura, Melanie Jandura, Addie Grimm, and Holly Nguyen-Barba
February 17, 2023
Melanie Jandura watches Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and snacks on popcorn.

“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Surprises Fans with Complex Storyline and Vibrant Animation

Jei Jandura and Melanie Jandura
February 10, 2023
The Tiny Kitchen Opens in Downtown St. Charles

The Tiny Kitchen Opens in Downtown St. Charles

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
January 27, 2023
LRC Assistant Trains Falcons in Wildlife Center

LRC Assistant Trains Falcons in Wildlife Center

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
January 20, 2023
Elon Musk is Bringing a Disastrous End to Twitter

Elon Musk is Bringing a Disastrous End to Twitter

Jei Jandura and Melanie Jandura
December 2, 2022
Norths varsity Scholastic Bowl team prepares for the meet.

North’s Scholastic Bowl Team Looks to Recruit More Members

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
November 4, 2022
Gallery: What Candy Would You Bring Into a Survival Situation?

Gallery: What Candy Would You Bring Into a Survival Situation?

Jei Jandura, Melanie Jandura, Zainab Girniwala, Magen Kranz, Sumiya Neha, and Xainab Abbas
October 28, 2022
A statue in Pottawatomie Park that represents non specific members of the Potawatomi tribe. The statue was named “Ēkwabet” by the Potawatomi people.

Indigenous Peoples Day or Columbus Day: Which Name is Better?

Melanie Jandura, News Editor
October 21, 2022
Gallery: North Students Opinions on Homecoming Week

Gallery: North Students’ Opinions on Homecoming Week

Magen Kranz, Natalie Van Dorpe, Tess Arendt, Zainab Girniwala, and Melanie Jandura
October 7, 2022
Thor: Love and Thunder has recently been released on Disney+, allowing fans to watch the movie from the comfort of their home.

“Thor: Love and Thunder” Movie Review

Melanie Jandura and Holly Nguyen-Barba
September 16, 2022
Gallery: Which Color Folders do you use for English, History, Science and Math?

Gallery: Which Color Folders do you use for English, History, Science and Math?

Jei Jandura, Tyler Moore, Melanie Jandura, and Addie Grimm
September 2, 2022
The prom website has been updated with the most recent information for guests.

Prom Plans Adjust for Unexpected Attendance

Jei Jandura, Melanie Jandura, and Laure Schulders
April 28, 2022
Autos students learn problem solving skills while working on projects

St. Charles North Autos Program Fixes Community Cars

Tyler Moore and Melanie Jandura
March 25, 2022
The schedule for final exams on Dec. 15-17. There are three exam periods per day.

D303 Administration Makes Decision to Bring Back Final Exams

Bridget Nelis, Melanie Jandura, and Makella Wallace
November 5, 2021
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