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Noah Roberson

Noah Roberson, Features Editor. Editorial Editor

Noah Roberson is entering his senior year and has been at CSD since kindergarten, so some would call him a “lifer.” Now in his first year of journalism, he hopes to learn more about writing professionally and on a deadline. He wants to pursue a career in sports communications. He is drawn to classes that will help him prepare for his future. 

In his free time, Noah likes to collect and play retro video games such as old models of Nintendo, Playstation and Xbox. Finding old gems whether it’s at a yard sale or a store is always a good feeling for him. He also enjoys spending some quality time with his family especially before he eventually departs for college.

“Set your goals high, and don’t stop till you get there.”
– Bo Jackson

 

All content by Noah Roberson

Episode 12 – NFL Draft Talk (before and after) with Noah, Ben and Conner

In segments recorded both before and after the NFL Draft, student journalists (and sports experts) Noah Roberson, Ben Gallagher and Conner Shelton get together and both before and after the 2024 NFL Draft to make predictions, talk about teams, review players and then look back on the happenings.

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Matthew McConnell (‘24) built a Brunswick Stew Stirrer that is made out of Movingui Wood and represents part of his family’s roots and traditions.

“As a third year [student in woodworking], I created this stirrer for my family’s tradition. For my Great Grandpas’s birthday and Christmas, we make a Brunswick stew. The stew has a lot of food that needs to be broken down, and a stirring device is needed to break and mix everything together. The stirrer they were using before was old and starting to break. I thought it would be a great idea to make them a new one. I started by finding my piece of wood and making it smooth with the planer and jointer. Once it was all smooth, I drew the shape I wanted and got to cutting on the bandsaw. The bandsaw was very dangerous, and I was nervous about using it, but everything went mostly according to plan. The handle was a little misshapen, but that was easy to fix and make into a grip. I sanded the whole thing down and added the grips with the oscillating spindle sander to finish the project. We got to use it this summer and had some great stew,” said Matthew McConnell.

[Photo] Spartan visual, wood, ceramics and fiber arts artists shine

September 20, 2022

Matthew McConnell (‘24) built a Brunswick Stew Stirrer that is made out of Movingui Wood and represents part of his family’s roots and traditions. “As a third year [student in woodworking], I created...

As she led her Iowa Hawkeyes to back-to-back NCAA Championship appearances and set the NCAA all-time scoring record, Caitlin Clark attracted more male viewers to a more exciting style of basketball.

[Photo] The Caitlin Clark effect

Conner Shelton, Sports Editor and Podcast Editor
May 4, 2024

As she led her Iowa Hawkeyes to back-to-back NCAA Championship appearances and set the NCAA all-time scoring record, Caitlin Clark attracted more male viewers to a more exciting style of basketball.

With a four games to one series victory, Carolina Hurricane advance one step closer to the NHL’s Stanley Cup.

‘Canes take game five and the first round series

Jarvis and Drury power the Hurricanes past the Islanders
Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
May 4, 2024

Although the clean sweep would have made a bigger statement, the Carolina Hurricanes (52-23-7) punched their ticket to the second round and a date with the New York Rangers (39-27-16) by blowing by New...

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For seniors with college hopes, the stresses that come with applying to colleges and then waiting and waiting, quite often for months on end, are tremendous.

Patience, prayers and the college notification that never seems to want to come

Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
April 29, 2024

It begins in August and continues at least until April. It is long and painful. It keeps you up at night. It raises stress levels and causes tension. It is unique to high school seniors. It is the college...

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Before Title IX was passed in 1972, the banners that hung in high school gyms  across America looked very different. At the Community School of Davidson high school in North Carolina, men’s and women’s banners now alternate.

EDITORIAL – If Title IX had not been passed, all sports would look very different today

Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
April 23, 2024

1972 may seem like a long time ago especially if you are young. That is when Title IX became law. 52 years is a long time, but compared to more than 200 years, it doesn’t seem as long. For 268 years,...

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ChatGPT and other forms of artificial intelligence are changing the way high school students learn and complete assignments. But with this new learning tool comes confusion and abuse. Teachers and administrators must develop policies to help guide student learning.

AI or die

As artificial intelligence and chatbots change high school educational practices, administrators need to develop policies that guide learning.
Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
March 17, 2024

ChatGPT and other forms of artificial intelligence have a grasp on students in all high school grades and the big question about it is, should students be allowed to use it for schoolwork? In the past,...

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What’s your take on Valentine’s Day? From head to toe, journalists give answers (and pictures) of the holiday.

Photo story – The look of love

A (photo story) answers Valentine’s Day questions within CSD high school

Paired with images from Valentine’s Day at school, students chose to answer one of the following questions in the captions. Why do you think Valentine’s Day is associated with the heart? Love...

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Candy is often associated with Valentine’s Day but for CSD student journalists the holiday has different meanings entirely.

It’s not about the candy

Student journalists reflect on a holiday with mixed personal significance

Valentine's Day is a polarizing day. For those in relationships, it is an excuse to have fun with your significant other and to show your appreciation for them. For those who are not in relationships,...

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Diehard video game fans continue to play a waiting game for the next edition release of NCAA Football.

The Waiting Game

As video games evolve, diehard fans are desperate for dates and decisions on new college football video game release
Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
February 1, 2024

Video games like NCAA Football have had a place in homes for a long time. Technically targeted for younger audiences, they bring families together as an acceptable distraction from real world problems....

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The controversy of banning books rages in communities and schools cross the country.

[Photo] Exploring the controversy of banning books

Ava Jordan, Deputy Editor-in-Chief and Opinions Editor
December 14, 2023

The controversy of banning books rages in communities and schools cross the country.

Evan Brezicki’s music entertains not only busy travelers in the main concourse of Charlotte-Douglas International Airport but also tiny fans in front of the Davidson town library.

Evan Brezicki – CSD’s 18-year old piano man

He’s one of the many uniquely talented students at CSD. Here’s how he started and where he is going.
Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
December 5, 2023

18-year olds should not play the piano the way Evan Brezicki does. It’s one thing for a classic pianist, who has spent a lifetime mastering the feel and flow of the keys, to  play at a high level, it’s...

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Hackers and scammers often wait in the dark behind text message links, social media messaging and online communications. There are steps you can take to not become a victim.

Scam, scam (thank you sir or ma’am)

What started as phone scams has now progressed to text, online banking and social media. What you can do to not be a victim.
Noah Roberson, Features Editor and Editorial Editor
November 5, 2023

Picture this, you just received a message from “b0fa_online_alerts” that states, “A charge for $863.20 is pending on 07/08 at Amazon. Visit (link) to deny or Approv.”  Some people will recognize...

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They always popular “Spartan Specific”Halloween episode kicks off our second year. Listen and learn all things about the spookiest, scariest holiday on the calendar.

“Spartan Specific” Podcast – THE Halloween episode is LIVE!

The second year of the “Spartan Specific” podcast kicks off with our always popular Halloween episode. Learn about costumes (who is wearing what), candy, movies,, the best places to trick-or-treat...

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Many say the first week of fall is one of the most enjoyable at CSD. In the week leading up to Homecoming, CSD has a Spirit Week full of theme days, a packed football game and the first school dance of the year.

Spirit Week and CSD Homecoming 2023 – A week that was Spartantastic

Many say the first week of fall is one of the most enjoyable times at CSD. In the week leading up to Homecoming, CSD has a Spirit Week full of theme days, a packed football game and the first school dance...

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The 2023 - 2024 Community Support Cards offer benefits to local businesses ranging from free menu items to one time and recurring discounts up to 20%.

Discount cards and business partnerships benefit CSD

The CSD Community Cards have both longtime returning and brand new sponsors for the 2023-2024 school year.
Noah Roberson, Features and Editorial Editor
September 30, 2023

For many years, CSD has sent an envelope home with the youngest child enrolled in a family as part of a fundraiser. Inside each envelope are 20 CSD Community Cards worth 10 dollars each and labeled with...

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Steph Curry’s jersey now hangs in Belk Arena above the same floor he made famous as an undergrad.

How a YouTube video and the “Underrated” documentary reveal the Davidson impact on Stephen Curry’s life

Noah Roberson, Editorial Editor and Features Editor
September 19, 2023

Steph Curry’s jersey now hangs in Belk Arena above the same floor he made famous as an undergrad.

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