They researched and compared Día de los Muertos with similar celebrations around the world. Through their findings, they discovered fascinating traditions from countries such as Spain, Brazil, Guatemala, India, the Philippines, El Salvador, and Ireland.
Students then presented what they learned to the class and did a fantastic job showcasing the unique ways different cultures honor and remember loved ones.
Way to go, students! We’re proud of your hard work and curiosity.
Each student thoughtfully designed their altar with meaningful items, memories, and symbolism, and then presented their work to the class. They did a truly fantastic job—showing respect, creativity, and a deep understanding of the tradition.
Way to go, students! We’re proud of the heart you put into this project
It’s the Hardin County Special Olympics Pioneers taking on the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, and you don’t want to miss this matchup! Let’s come together as a Hardin Northern community to support this great cause and cheer on both teams.
Doors open at 12:30 p.m., and there will be raffles and a 50/50 drawing.
Mark your calendars, bring your energy, and plan to attend. Let’s pack the gym for an amazing afternoon!

Students jumped into a variety of hands-on activities to bring the celebration to life, and they did a fantastic job. Everything looks incredible, and we’re excited for everyone to see their hard work on display!
Football-
Most Valuable Player-Kyler Sedlock
Most Valuable Offensive Back-Blayne Kindle
Most Valuable Offensive Lineman-Tristan Purdy
Most Valuable Defensive Back-River Guinn
Most Valuable Defensive Lineman-Karter Terhark
Polar Bear Award-Alex Gatchell
Boys Golf-
Most Valuable Player-Cody Thiel
Polar Bear Award-Xaviour Emerine
Girls Golf-
Most Improved Player-Kylie Lenhart
Volleyball-
Most Valuable Player-Lexi Oakley
Best Defensive Player-Alaina Thomas
Best Offensive Player-Baylie Bacon
Best Offensive Player-Kendall Frank
Most Improved Player-Stella Morrison
Polar Bear Award-Autumn Steiner
Boys Cross Country-
Most Improved Runner-Evan Camper
Lead Runner-Riley Newton
Polar Bear Award-Treysen Eibling
Girls Cross Country-
Lead Runner-Kalie Couch
Pictured-
Front Row-Left to Right-
Alex Gatchell, Kyler Sedlock, Alaina Thomas, Riley Newton
2nd Row-Left to Right-
Xaviour Emerine, Cody Thiel, Kylie Lenhart, Autumn Steiner, Kendall Frank, Stella Morrison, Lexi Oakley, Baylie Bacon, and Kalie Couch
3rd Row-Left to Right-
Treysen Eibling, Karter Terhark, River Guinn, Tristan Purdy, Blayne Kindle, and Evan Camper


After listening to the story, each student received their very own warm fuzzy as a reminder that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference. 💛✨
Let’s keep the kindness going, Bears!

Thank you to everyone who supported Hardin Northern's Band and Choir fundraiser through Crown Excellence! All items sold by our students will be delivered on Wednesday, November 19th.
Pickup Details:
Band Room
After school until 5:00 p.m. on the 19th
Please make arrangements to pick up your items during that time. We appreciate your continued support of our Hardin Northern band and choir programs!







Throwback Thursday!
Today’s throwback comes from the 1964 Northern Lites and features our Polar Bear varsity basketball team! 🏀
Check out these legends of the court — representing Polar Bear pride!

Kindness is contagious. One small act can create a ripple that brightens someone’s entire day. Whether it’s a smile, a high five, a helping hand, or a few kind words, every act of kindness makes our school and community stronger.
Let’s all take a moment today (and every day!) to spread kindness wherever we go.

📅Sunday, November 16, 2025
Doors open at 12:30 PM
🏀Tip-off at 2:00 PM
Come cheer on the Hardin County Special Olympics Pioneers as they take on the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office in a game that’s sure to bring lots of laughs, smiles, and community spirit!
There will be pie-in-the-face, 50/50 drawings, raffles, and concessions—fun for the whole family!
All proceeds go to support the Hardin County Special Olympics. Don’t miss this awesome event—come out and help support an incredible cause while having a great time!




Students in Mrs. Cano's Art 3 class got their creative juices flowing the last few weeks as they designed and painted two murals that will be on display at the Lake of Lights in Kento, Ohio over the holiday season. Morgan Stewart, Lexi Oakley, Mya Whitaker, Kiley Preston, Raine Frater and Taelyn Egbert used their painting skills to paint a mural of a polar bear in bib overalls holding a paintbrush, a 4x4 foot mural that proudly says HN Art Dept. The second mural is cut like a snow globe and inside the globe you will find a polar bear on skis, skiing in the snow. If you're able to attend the Lake of Lights event, be on the lookout for these murals as well as the other HN murals from previous years.
Lake of Lights
November 28-December 31
Hours 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Admission-$5 per car
Location-Salisbury Park, Kenton, Ohio



She’ll be representing Hardin Northern tonight in the District 8 All-Star Game at Coldwater High School, starting at 7:00 PM tonight.
Come out and cheer her on! We’re proud of you, Lainey! Congratulations on this awesome accomplishment.

