Trick-or-treating, watching scary movies, colorful leaves and cooler weather time is here! Halloween is arguably one of the best holidays just because of the atmosphere around its time. Around 180 million people in the U.S. celebrate Halloween. But why do we celebrate Halloween? Where does it come from? Halloween originated from an ancient Celtic festival around two thousand years ago
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As the season of summer is slowly ending, the leaves and air are beginning to change. There is orange and red on the trees, and lately the air has been crisp and cool! North Carolina is known for its hot weather, but I bet people are excited for the cool breeze. Fall’s tone is far beyond leaves – it incorporates
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So many new clubs emerge every year at Apex. The club roster is absolutely stacked now; there are dozens of clubs that meet at least every month, with boards of students who volunteer their time and efforts to help run each club. But every club has a purpose, and every student who attends the club meetings has some expectation behind
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Hispanic Heritage Month is a nationally recognised period in the United States, spanning from September 15th to October 15th, dedicated to celebrating the rich cultural contributions and history of Hispanic communities. This month-long commemoration provides a vibrant platform for Americans to come together and honor their diverse legacies, cultures, and significant contributions whose ancestry can be traced back to Spain,
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During the fall, on most Fridays, Apex High School has a football game. Whether it is at home or away, the energy is always present. But what makes the games so exciting and exhilarating? I sent out a Google Form to some Apex students asking them if they attended Apex football games or other sporting events. The responses were interesting.
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The college application process can be an overwhelming, stressful journey for seniors and their families. However, it can also be a rewarding experience that ultimately paves the way for your future. With that in mind, I am going to be sharing some takes from Apex High School seniors, and tips to help navigate through college applications! Getting on top of
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The silent pandemic of our generation is not a contagious virus but rather a very deadly substance that has been infiltrating our own communities at an alarming rate. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has emerged as a grave threat, particularly to our youth. It is important to explore the devastating consequences of fentanyl abuse, shed light on its deadly grasp, and
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One of the few constants in a high school student’s life is that there will always be new clubs to explore at the beginning of each school year. There are fifty-nine clubs at Apex this year, meaning that there are a wide variety of interests, passions, and hobbies for students to explore. Read on for a profile of four new
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On Friday, September 8th, Apex High School’s cross country team participated in the annual Friday Night Lights event in Kernersville, NC. This event is held every year and highly anticipated atApex High as well as many other public and private schools that participate. The event included twelve races, either open or invitational. Out of the eighty–person team at Apex, sixteen
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Around here at Apex High School, we have numerous new teachers this school year. One of our new English teacher is Ms. Willett. She is extremely happy to instruct at Apex and appreciates it here. Continue reading to learn more about Ms. Willett, our brand-new English teacher. What is your name? “Kristen Willett” Where are you from? “ I grew
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