Sensei Ramirez Nominated as Secondary Teacher of the Year by the Association of Indiana Japanese Teachers
Sofia Breuer | Web Managing Editor AHS teacher Amanda Ramirez, who teaches Japanese, recently won foreign language teacher of the year. Ramirez was nominated by the Association of Indiana Japanese Teachers. “I knew there was a possibility [of me winning], but I didn’t expect it,” said Ramirez. “I feel honored to have been chosen.” Ramirez said that in the selection process, different language groups have … Continue reading Sensei Ramirez Nominated as Secondary Teacher of the Year by the Association of Indiana Japanese Teachers
Teachers Teaching Both Online and In-Person Share What it’s Like
Martha Abraham | Reporter As Avon continues in-person instruction, changes have been made to ensure a safe experience for everyone in the school. Some of AHS’s teachers have had to adjust to a new experience: teaching both virtually and in the classroom. English teacher Linda Langford tries to replicate the same experience featured in the classroom into her virtual teaching. “We usually zoom for the … Continue reading Teachers Teaching Both Online and In-Person Share What it’s Like
Quarantined? Here’s How to Stay Productive:
Morgan Armor | Reporter It’s safe to say that quarantine has taken its physical, mental, and emotional toll on all of us. But it’s time to get out of that bed, off TikTok, and to start getting active again. So, here are some activities/ways to be productive if quarantined: Try video games that get you moving Video games that involve physical activity or simulates activities like tennis, soccer, … Continue reading Quarantined? Here’s How to Stay Productive:
Avon’s Boys Tennis Team Competes in Egg Drop Challenge (VIDEO)
Connor Brownfield | Reporter Watch as Avon’s boys tennis team attempts to salvage an egg with solely newspapers and tape. The team go through two rounds, guess which player wins each! Continue reading Avon’s Boys Tennis Team Competes in Egg Drop Challenge (VIDEO)
Avon Falls Short in Sectional Semifinal (OPINION)
Josh Hartman | Sports Editor The varsity football squad played for the final time of the season on Friday, October 30 and left it all on the field. The boys have nothing to hang their heads about as they stuck with the second-best team in the state all night but fell a little short in a 34-31 battle vs rival Brownsburg. Maybe the most exciting … Continue reading Avon Falls Short in Sectional Semifinal (OPINION)
Cast of Musical Bright Star Test their Acting Skills (VIDEO)
Martha Abraham | Reporter Watch as the Echo tests the acting ability of three of the lead actors of the musical Bright Star through a game of charades. Continue reading Cast of Musical Bright Star Test their Acting Skills (VIDEO)
Me, Myself, and COVID-19
Connor Brownfield | Reporter Avon High School is not immune. Throughout the school year, multiple AHS students have been forced to quarantine because they tested positive for COVID-19 or made close contact with somebody who tested positive for COVID-19. Senior Jacob Mills, who had COVID-19 during the hybrid schedule, said that Avon High School students need to follow the safety guidelines. “It has been obvious to … Continue reading Me, Myself, and COVID-19
Girls Soccer Advance to Sectionals After Win Against Mooresville
Sam Sublette | Managing Editor With 30 seconds left on the clock, senior Sam Miller scores the winning point against Mooresville high school inovertime. The Avon girls’ soccer team fought against Mooresville at home with a final score of 1-0 Thursday night, October 8. The Orioles finished the game with 13 shots and 14 corner kicks while Mooresville finished with one shot and one corner … Continue reading Girls Soccer Advance to Sectionals After Win Against Mooresville
AHS Students’ Plans for Fall Break
Nuhamin Demeku | Reporter As Fall Break commences, the Echo decided to ask students what they plan to do this fall break. Check out what they had to say: “I’m going to just hang out with my friends and family lots of bonfires! I will probably spend a lot of time biking and mental health catch up stuff-like digital art. Not going anywhere!” Sriya Koganti, … Continue reading AHS Students’ Plans for Fall Break
How COVID-19 Has Affected Service Clubs at AHS
Connor Brownfield | Reporter Lending a helping hand is a little harder from six feet away, but that is not stopping Avon’s volunteer clubs from doing what they can. Some events had to be cancelled, but the presidents of National Honor Society, Interact Club, and the Avon School and Community Ambassador Program (ASCAP, for short) have still organized projects to help teachers, students, and other … Continue reading How COVID-19 Has Affected Service Clubs at AHS
