With students returning to school this semester, many don’t know what is quite different compared to online. There is a system on how students are returning to in person classes. There are 3 different cohorts in which certain people return–unless you are virtual only. The cohort that is going back to school returns for a week, the other two are
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An average of 800,000,000 people are menstruating on any given day. Of those 800,000,000, at least 500,000,000 of them lack access to resources to help them manage their periods. These resources include period products, sanitary areas to aid in period management, information about their periods, and support. Also known as Period Insecurity, Period Poverty is a problem facing people who
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Wake County is fairly progressive compared to a lot of places, including other counties in the state, so why haven’t they addressed kids’ concerns about the name that represents them in Google Classroom? It is not uncommon for a person to go by the name not on their birth certificate, whether it is a nickname, middle name, or chosen name
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NFL Offseason QB Changes and What they Could Mean In the NFL, the 2021 off-season is shaping up to be one of the biggest ever for quarterbacks across the league. Countless starting caliber as well as solid backup QBs have hit free agency or shown discontent with their respected teams. Deshaun Watson- This is set to be the biggest trade
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Looking for a fun way to spend some extra time on these recent sunny days? Need an escape from the monotonous drag? Luckily, a few are right around the corner. North Carolina is home to many gorgeous parks, lakes, and trails, and many reside right in the Raleigh/Apex area! One of the lesser-known but tried and true treks is Neuse
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It can be difficult to keep up with classes and assignments in this new online environment, but there are ways to stay on track for success, even during online learning in a pandemic. Life is stressful right now, so forgetfulness and disorganization can easily happen. Many students feel overwhelmed during the pandemic and online learning, and that is completely
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As students at Apex High School start attending in person lessons, I will be sharing some useful tips and tactics to help you stay organized and focused, while switching from online to in person learning. Many students are struggling with staying focused and prioritizing while doing online school. So it is essential to start in person learning, so students’ minds
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After nearly a year of exclusively remote learning, Apex High School has reopened its doors to three cohorts of students in a rotation style transition. While Covid-19 case numbers are dropping, the pandemic is not over yet; therefore it is important to be safe. Apex will be adhering to CDC reopening guidelines, but for peace of mind here are some
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As many of you Juniors know, the ACT is just around the corner. Testing can be very stressful, but if you prepare well and study hard, you have nothing to worry about. Even with this studying and preparation, the stress and anxiety is still evident while taking it. After all, this is one of the most important tests for colleges
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There’s no doubt that when students turn a certain age, they begin to express interest in working a part-time job. Whether at a grocery store or a fast food restaurant, there are countless places for students to begin their journey into the real, working world. It’s an invigorating experience that most look forward to, but only few truly take into
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