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Students Share Thoughts on Five-Day Break

By Westin Wright and Landon Totten The best part about parent-teacher conferences was the five-day break students got afterward (thanks to Presidents’ Day). To see how students spent their time off, reporters talked with Camden Bettinger, Braxton Herr, and Jeremiah Finney about their plans and how the week actually turned out. All three students saidContinue reading “Students Share Thoughts on Five-Day Break”

Teachers Share Their Biggest Pet Peeves

By Kylah Stoy and Ashlyn Honn Most people have at least one pet peeve they just cannot stand. Whether it is loud chewing or slow walkers in the hallway, everyone has something that gets on their nerves. But what about teachers? What are the things students do that frustrate them the most? Several teachers wereContinue reading “Teachers Share Their Biggest Pet Peeves”

Groundhog Sees Shadow: Students React

By Lilly Wadewtiz Every year on February 2nd, people across the United States and Canada turn their eyes to a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil. According to legend, if Phil emerges from his burrow and sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. If he does not see his shadow, spring is justContinue reading “Groundhog Sees Shadow: Students React”

Boys Basketball: Burlington Game Recap

By Westin Wright and Landon Totten The boys’ basketball game on Tuesday, February 3, between Burlington and Anderson County was electric, but neither the varsity nor the JV teams won. Reporters spoke with players Aleck Smith, Aiden Perez, and Landry Hedrick to get their thoughts on the game. When asked what they thought about theContinue reading “Boys Basketball: Burlington Game Recap”

Students Share Their Most Embarrassing Moments

By Emma Jordan and Chloe Moore Everyone has had an embarrassing moment at school, but what do ACHS students consider their most cringeworthy experiences? We sent out an anonymous survey to find out, and the responses did not disappoint. Some students admitted to the classic slip-ups, like tripping in PE or laughing a little tooContinue reading “Students Share Their Most Embarrassing Moments”

Girls Basketball: Burlington Game Recap

By Kaylee Scheckel, Morgan Gooding, and Hayleigh Spears The girls’ basketball teams played at Burlington High School last night (Feb. 3). The C-team and varsity didn’t come away with a win, but they gave it their all. The JV girls pulled off a close win with a score of 31-27. We spoke with players fromContinue reading “Girls Basketball: Burlington Game Recap”

How Students Relieve Stress Afters School

By Paisley Clinton and Karlie Feuerborn After a long day at school, everyone has their own way of unwinding. We asked some students what they do to relieve stress after the final bell, and here’s what they had to say: Freshman Hailey Gregory said, “Long hot showers while listening to music.” Hailey’s choice is aContinue reading “How Students Relieve Stress Afters School”

Silly Sock Party Wins Annual Government Election

By Kora Gaines Every year, Mr. Sibley’s college government class is given the assignment to create their own political party. Each “party” must then decide on the issues they want to promote for a school-wide election, and then conduct the election. This year, the class was divided into six political parties: The Grit Party, TheContinue reading “Silly Sock Party Wins Annual Government Election”

Varsity Boys Basketball Wins War on 54 Championship

By Jaelyn Leyser and Lilly Dunkin The week of January 19–23 marked a major milestone for the varsity boys basketball team as they competed in the War on 54 tournament, culminating in a championship victory. After a long and challenging week, the team came away with the win despite facing several obstacles along the way.Continue reading “Varsity Boys Basketball Wins War on 54 Championship”

Girls Wrestling Faces Tough Stretch of Meets

By Hailey Gregory and Addison Kettler The girls’ wrestling team faced one of the most challenging stretches of their season during the final weekend of January, competing in three meets over three consecutive days. From an emotional senior night to two demanding tournaments, the team showed determination and resilience throughout the weekend. On Thursday, JanuaryContinue reading “Girls Wrestling Faces Tough Stretch of Meets”