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Hajera Naveed, Section Editor

Hajera Naveed is a Senior Writer and Section Editor for Devils' Advocate. Her hobbies include writing, volunteering, painting, and running. When she isn't studying for school, she is usually binge-watching "Friends" or "Grey's Anatomy". She hates procrastination and goes to bed at 9:30 p.m. every night. People often think of her as a grandma, but she thinks it helps keep her mind sharp and energy up. Hajera also loves to take photos and spend time with her family and friends. You can contact Hajera at [email protected]

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If your corsage doesnt match your dress perfectly, dont even bother going to the dance.

The Devils’ declassified Prom survival guide

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 3, 2019
SGDs new location in Oakbrook Terrace provides students with a Korean food option.

New Korean restaurant opens in Oak Brook

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2019

College scandal reveals hidden disparities

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2019
ABC News interviewed students who were canvassing for the Yes for D86 campaign on Friday, March 1.

Campaigning for April referendum amps up

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
March 11, 2019
All the seniors on the state team pose for a photo with their state trophy.

Forensics places first at state

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2019
On Wednesday, Jan. 23, Chris Herren, former NBA player, spoke to all grade levels in the gymnasium about the causes and effects of his drug usage.

Former NBA star sheds new light on teenage substance abuse

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2019
Melissa Li, senior, does homework while wearing a Harvard hoodie. Li aspired to attend an elite school since freshman year.

The price of prestige

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2019
Certain classes have more than 25 students, which can impair the students quality of education.

Why small classes matter

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2018
The goal of the club Strong Minds Bring Change is to spread positivity through the school, but also bring awareness to mental health diseases. The project shown here was from a similar club, Breaking Down the Walls.

Strong minds bring change

November 25, 2018
NHS members, Melissa Li, Ella Pope, Ameera Ilyas, and Shreya Sharma are depicted above dressed as Mario for the bake sale.

NHS hosts annual Halloween bake sale

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2018
As senior ditch days are planned, the school faculty has recently established new regulations in order to end this tradition. This has led many to question the future of senior ditch days.

Administration reacts to rumored Ditch Days

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chef, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 13, 2018

Residents frustrated over elimination of Buffer Zone

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 10, 2018
One should be inclined to carry a dictionary like the one pictured above in order to appear much smarter than those around them.

Your Guide to Sounding Smart

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
October 3, 2018
A couple of students sat on Dickinson field to view Spider Homecoming.

Varsity Club screens “Spiderman Homecoming”

September 17, 2018
Junior, Aman Natt, works on the Chromebook in her AP Literature class to complete an in-class essay.

District implements new Chromebook initiative

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
August 23, 2018
With senior year approaching students plan on getting jobs/internships and volunteering this summer to boost their college applications.

Junior summer to-do list

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2018
Students series were displayed from the class, Honors Portfolio.

Art department displays students’ pieces

May 17, 2018
With summer break right around the corner, students are finding it hard to stay motivated with their school work.

Tips to stay motivated

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 14, 2018
Post Malones released his new album, Beerbongs and Bentleys, on Friday, April 27. The album immediately became popular among students.

Post Malone’s new album: is it worth the hype?

Hajera Naveed, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 7, 2018
The Science Olympiad team poses in front of playground near the UIUC campus at the beginning of their weekend.

Science Olympiad places fifth at state

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2018
Criminal justice club, which usually meets on Thursdays, invited a member of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to come speak to members about his career requirements and duties.

Criminal Justice Club inspires future crime-fighters

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 23, 2018
Exempting from certain finals is now an option for seniors.

Seniors receive option to exempt from finals

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2018
Sarina Upadhye, junior, traveled to Vietnam over winer break and posted this picture on her Instagram.

Living through a lens

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2018
Teachers give out passes by signing students planners in a section titled Hallway Passport. They are required to write the date, time, class, and their signature.

Returning to the pass system

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 16, 2018
To register for AP exams, students must go to the link on the schools homepage and sign up to take the specific tests they want. Each test costs $100, but prices will go up after the March 8 deadline.

AP Tests: Should you take them?

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2018
Posters outside of the Guidance Office help students by giving the dates to upcoming SAT testing days and showing the difference between the SAT and ACT.

Should we offer free test prep?

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2018
This year, the Operation Snowball retreat included students from both District 86 schools and was located in Wisconsin. Snowflake introduces middle school students to what Snowball is like in high school.

Middle schoolers to attend Operation Snowflake

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2018
In the student cafeteria, the soul food meal consisted of barbecue chicken thighs, macaroni and cheese topped with bread crumbs, and collard greens with bacon. The meal was also served with vegetable soup and a side of pumpkin pie for dessert.

Gallery: Cafeteria serves soul food to celebrate Black History Month

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2018
The staff in the cafeteria was happy to serve this meal to commemorate the month. Ms. Powell thanked them personally for their contribution.

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The community engagement session began with the goal to receive feedback from the attendees.

School hosts community engagement session

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2018
Ms. Powell, sponsor of the United Club, is excited for February because the club has organized many activities and displays pertaining to black history.

Ms. Powell leads Black History Month celebrations for the last time

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2018
Students who have an injury can go see one of the trainers before or after their practice to receive ice or get a body part wrapped due to an injury.

Athletes and injuries

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2018
The Willowbrook Warriors attempt to make a basket while the Red Devil players try to get hold of the ball.

School packs the place for Special Olympics

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 22, 2018
Finals are right around the corner, which means students have hours of studying ahead of them. However, this might not be the case for seniors come second semester.

Board to vote on senior finals

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2017
The Community Room was fully decorated with ornaments and wreaths, which are associated with Christmas. Throughout the school signs of that holiday can often be found, while other religious celebrations are generally neglected.

More religious holidays should be recognized

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 7, 2017
In 2016, teachers and students traveled to Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming for a camping and hiking adventure.

Students travel to Hawaii

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2017
Nic St.John, sophomore, and his mom.

Parents attend school with students

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 17, 2017
On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Mrs. Chandler and Mrs. Janicek, NHS co-sponsors, educated future applicants on the process.

Juniors apply to National Honor Society

November 10, 2017
The band marched in New York on Veterans Day in 2013, and this year they are able to go on the same trip again.

Band and choir travel to New York

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2017
West Orange High School in Florida allows its students to paint their parking spots, which is what Central is trying to accomplish with this fundraiser. However, the school does not guarantee that the spot seniors paint will be designated as their parking spot.

Senior board hosts new painting fundraiser

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2017
Right now, the police alarms are uncovered; however, soon they will have plastic coverings like the fire alarms to prevent people from accidentally triggering them to prevent what happened on Oct. 10 from occurring again.

Police alarm accidentally pulled after school

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2017
Seniors took the PSAT/NMSQT test last fall to qualify for the semifinalist position.

National Merit semifinalists announced

October 16, 2017
On Sept. 30, Mrs. McPherrin and Mrs. Pendergrass instruct students on where to go to volunteer.

Key Club sponsors successful Day of Service

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 4, 2017
Leah Stevens, junior, prepares for the PSAT test coming up on Wednesday, Oct. 11.

School administers PSAT to non-seniors

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 4, 2017
The chase, which resulted in nearby Lyons Township High School on a lockdown, ended in a car crash which occurred near the intersection of Brainard Ave. and Plainfield Rd.

LT goes on lockdown

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2017
Gallery: Homecoming dress days

Gallery: Homecoming dress days

Nick Seda, Marelena Halikias, Hajera Naveed, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2017
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Kelly Ma, sophomore, stands near the bake sale outside the cafeteria on Sept. 11.

Key Club raises money for Harvey

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2017
The 2017 Homecoming Court in full nerd attire after the pep assembly on Sept. 8. Not pictured: Lucian DiPofi and Colin Yandel.

Homecoming Court elections approach

Hajera Naveed and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2017
The school invested in new, state-of-the-art cameras to record games and practices, as pictured on Dickinson Fields scorebox. These recordings will help teams to better assess their performances and allow fans to receive better broadcasts.

New cameras enhance sports broadcasting

Hajera Naveed, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
August 30, 2017
Sophomore Nykyong works on an oil painting in AP Art History to try and mimic an artistic style they are learning in class.

AP Art History course fights for enrollment

Hajera Naveed, Contributor
March 2, 2017
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