Q&A With Geometry Teacher Ms. Gonzalez
By Savannah Abshire | Reporter Q: How long have you been teaching? A: About 10 years. Q: Why did you choose to start teaching? A: When I went to college, I saw other students struggle with the math classes and I was always helping people around. One of the professors used to ask me to go to the front of the classroom to explain some … Continue reading Q&A With Geometry Teacher Ms. Gonzalez
Executive Board Announced For 2018-2019 School Year
By Dia Gill | Web Managing Editor Election results are in, and the 2018-2019 Executive Board has been determined. Six student leaders have been selected by their peers and teachers to lead Avon’s student government in coordinating and planning our school events. These six students are: Hannah Schafer, President; Mikenzie Roberts, Vice President of Academic Affairs; Don Rick Camacho, Vice President of Student Affairs; Reese … Continue reading Executive Board Announced For 2018-2019 School Year
Slideshow: ‘Yes 4 Avon Schools’ Holds Rally in Support of Referendum
On April 3, various members of the community came together at Washington Township Park Pavilion for a Referendum Rally, organized by the volunteer group Yes 4 Avon Schools in conjunction with the student-led group Students 4 Avon Schools. At the event, Avon Superintendent Dr. Maggie Hoernemann and AHS Principal Mr. Matt Shockley both briefly discussed the importance of the referendum, but the majority of the … Continue reading Slideshow: ‘Yes 4 Avon Schools’ Holds Rally in Support of Referendum
Epidemic Takes Over AHS: Senioritis
By Brannigan Watson | Reporter Senioritis is a term used to describe a lack of motivation or work ethic in school, typically in seniors. According to Huffington Post, this academic epidemic tends to happen after students finish college applications or get accepted to a post-secondary school. Senior Michaela Spinazze describes it as a natural feeling that comes with being a senior. “It is just the … Continue reading Epidemic Takes Over AHS: Senioritis
Top Attractions in Indy During Spring Break
By Brannigan Watson | Reporter During spring break many students traveled far and wide, but top attractions during the area were some of the most visited hot spots all year-round for students throughout the region. Within the Indianapolis area, many students found ways of entertainment that were right here at home. Massachusetts Avenue http://www.discovermassave.com/ Located in Downtown Indianapolis, Massachusetts Avenue, better known as Mass Ave, … Continue reading Top Attractions in Indy During Spring Break
How “Fortnite” is Taking the Gaming World By Storm
By Stephen Dumeyer | Reporter One misspelled word, Fortnite, has taken over the gaming world. After being stuck for nearly seven years in development, Epic games released the free-to-play game to the public on July 25, 2017. Nine months later, it now has over 40 million downloads and has reached a peak of 3.4 million concurrent players. To reach this point, most games have taken … Continue reading How “Fortnite” is Taking the Gaming World By Storm
Interact Club Hosts Annual Prom Dress Sale
By Brannigan Watson | Reporter On Saturday, March 10 the Avon High School Interact Club held their discounted prom sale. The sale consists of discounted items students may need for prom, like dresses, shoes and jewelry. Students can buy all prom essentials for less than 10 dollars total. Junior and member, Hannah Schafer, said the goal of the sale is to make prom affordable for … Continue reading Interact Club Hosts Annual Prom Dress Sale
In Honor of Stephen Hawking
By Prabhvir Lakhan Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking died at the age of 76 on March 14. He was diagnosed with the motor neuron disease ALS at the age of 22. He died because of complications from the disease. Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne, who portrayed Hawking in The Theory of Everything, said something that a lot of people were thinking: “We have lost a truly beautiful … Continue reading In Honor of Stephen Hawking
AHS Students Respond to Trump’s Proposal To Arm Teachers
By Tierra Harris | Web Editor-in-Chief After the deadly shooting in Parkland, Florida, many Americans have begun to pose their opinions on gun control, mental health and school safety. The horrific event that took place has been labeled as one of the deadliest shootings in history. Nineteen year-old Nikolas Cruz legally purchased an AR-15-style rifle and caused one of the deadliest school shootings in history. … Continue reading AHS Students Respond to Trump’s Proposal To Arm Teachers
Unified Track Prepares for 2018 Season
By Tara Martin | Reporter The regular season of track and field is beginning at Avon High School and with it comes Unified Track; a track team sponsored by IHSAA and the Special Olympics, for students at Avon High School with mental, physical and emotional disabilities or who are not on regular graduation tracks. Unified Track grants these students the unique opportunity of participating in … Continue reading Unified Track Prepares for 2018 Season
