Category Archives: Student Life

Anonymous Confessions

By Kora Gaines Sometimes, things happen that people just can’t stop thinking about, whether it’s about school, friendships, or moments they don’t fully understand. Often, students are too shy, nervous, or embarrassed to say these things out loud. To explore what people might want to confess, students were asked to share anonymous confessions so noContinue reading “Anonymous Confessions”

Valentines Day

By Emma Jordan and Chloe Moore Last week the ACHS students celebrated Valentine’s day on Wednesday, Feburary 11 due to not having school Thursday and Friday. During first hour, students helped Mrs. Hammond pass out Carnations that had been ordered the previous week. Reporters asked some students if they expected to get any flowers andContinue reading “Valentines Day”

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”

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”

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”

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”

Snow Fun – How Students Enjoyed a Snowy Weekend and Snow Day

By Paisley Clinton and Karlie Feuerborn Last weekend (Jan. 24-25), many students decided to stay inside and enjoy the warmth. But on Monday, after the snow had settled, Timber Vermillion, Truett Vermillion, Trax Vermillion, Vivian Riblett, Ryden Tucker, Bree Schafer, and her brother Kale Schafer decided to take advantage of it. Using her horse DollarContinue reading “Snow Fun – How Students Enjoyed a Snowy Weekend and Snow Day”

The Show Must Go On; One-Acts Set New Date for Premiere

By Kylah Stoy and Ashlyn Honn The One-Acts have been postponed due to a sad loss in our school. Beloved teacher Vicki Markham has unfortunately passed away due to medical reasons.  Due to this tragedy, the One-Acts will now be held on February 21st at  8 p.m. During the snow, the One-Acts will take aContinue reading “The Show Must Go On; One-Acts Set New Date for Premiere”