By: Kate Sinodis and Rose Andrews On Thursday, May 26th, a few days after the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, Apex High School held a memorial, as well as an informative event in the courtyard during both lunches in order to honor those who died, and to serve as a call to action for change. Students Emma Fornes, Stanley Wilson,
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Apex High School’s Class of 2022 did not disappoint in academic achievements; four students received full-ride scholarships to incredible schools. One of these students is Shashank PB, who was recently awarded the Levine Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship covers tuition, room, food, and fees for four years at UNC Charlotte. Shashank’s dedication to not only academics, but service projects as well,
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By Allison Hurley It is that time of year again, when all the upperclassmen prepare for a night they will never forget…prom! This year’s prom will be special because it is the first “normal” prom since 2019. Prom will be Friday, May 13 from 8 pm to midnight at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel. The main planner for our prom is
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By: Amber Wilson Meet your newest Duke class of 2026 member, Ananya Bhatia! She will be majoring in Civil Engineering on the Benjamin N. Duke scholarship. The Benjamin N. Duke Scholarship is presented to students by the Office of University Scholars and Fellows based on community service, leadership, and academic merit. Ananya was selected as a scholarship finalist from her
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By: Hadi Rahim and Jessica Hudnut Space exploration is seen by many as humanity’s next step into the future, but there are many obstacles that humans have yet to overcome in order to conquer the final frontier. These obstacles include finding ways to travel through space quickly, efficiently establishing life on other planets, and making space travel more affordable. There
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Written by Camille Gottholm and Connor Vandermark. Most know the story of Coach Kevin Todd. A ray of sunshine that shone on all those around him, Todd will always be remembered by his colleagues, students, and players. His impact on everyone’s lives was astounding. From his words of wisdom, to his positive attitude, he would be remembered in our hearts.
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Good news, Spring Break is fast approaching. We only have seven school days left until our little vacation. Whether you plan on going to the beach, spending time with friends, or simply staying at home, we are all excited about this well-deserved break. Apex students and staff have worked diligently since August and have not had a break longer than
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By: Allison Hurley March is Women’s History Month. This month is used to celebrate the accomplishments of powerful women, bring awareness to the inequality they face, and empower young women around the world. Women’s History Month started as Women’s History Week. It was first celebrated by the Education Task Force of Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women in
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There is a long list of scholarships available to students in North Carolina. One of the most notable, however, is the Park Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded only to 40 out of 2500 students who apply, and a rigorous application process is required. This year, Emma Fornes, a senior at Apex High School, has received this scholarship for her outstanding
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By Amber Wilson and Allison Hurley It is almost time for students to begin selecting their classes for the next school year. Many students are considering taking dual enrollment classes at Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech). Dual Enrollment is a great way for students to complete college classes while still in high school. Dual Enrollment is available to all
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