Most of us remember the day the world shut down. It was a day unlike any other, a day that changed everyone’s lives. From COVID-19 and Black Lives Matter protests to a new vaccine and the Capitol Riots, we have a lot to look back on. No matter your age, it has been a tremendous year for everyone. But we

In March of 2020, the world was brought to a standstill by the COVID-19 pandemic. A year later, we’re taking the first steps of a long road to recovery. Several vaccines are now being distributed to essential workers and high-risk individuals, and normalcy is beginning to seem more and more attainable. Once the vaccine becomes more widely available, we should

When the COVID pandemic hit in March of 2020 and everyone thought we would just be getting a two week break from school, nobody was prepared for what was really in store. The shutting down of all schools, businesses, public venues, restaurants, and pretty much every public place has enormous effects on the majority of people’s lives and specifically their

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

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

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

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

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

At some point high school comes to an end, and a new chapter will begin. For most, though not all, college is the next chapter. During senior year, students are expected to choose a university to spend the next several years of their life. With so many options available these days, how can students be expected to choose? Here are