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My Dog Ate My Homework… And My Alarm Clock: The Best (and Worst) Excuses for Tardy Students

At Apex High, students frequently arrive late, offering imaginative excuses that reveal a conflict between punctuality and absurdity. From claims about frozen chicken nugget packages to negotiating with geese, students illustrate their creativity. The message is clear: students should prioritize attendance and punctuality to achieve academic success.
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Why YOU should try a musical instrument

When I was younger and in middle school, I used to listen to the rap music that most kids listen to today. I did it because I thought it was
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Advice From AHS’s Math Teachers

Have you ever gotten home from school, started doing your math homework, and ended up just staring at the problems, re-reading them over and over again, hoping they’d somehow start
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Pixar at the Peak

Pixar has played a major role in millions of lives, especially around Apex High. For students in this stage of their education, it can be so hard balancing childhood and
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Coach Pennisi Battling Sexism in Motorsports

“‘Do you have a typo? On your roster? Should this say Gino?’” “‘No, no, it’s Gina.’” “‘A woman?’” They questioned. “‘Yes.’” “‘She cannot work in our pits,’” said Formula One
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Club Spotlight: Students Against Destructive Decisions

Here at Apex High, students can stay after school and go to any of our clubs, which provide a great way to get involved, make new friends, or learn something
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All About the AHS Band

Being a part of the school band is more than just playing an instrument, having rehearsals, and performing. It’s a mix of fun, teamwork, friendship, and many amusing moments. The
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Best Places for Lunch Around Apex High School: Affordable & Delicious Spots for Students

Apex High School is surrounded by a variety of fast food places that cater to students looking for a quick, tasty, and budget-friendly lunch. No matter what kind of food
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Rev UP Your Future: Automotive Services At AHS

Many students have their licenses to drive their cars to school every day, but when problems arise with their vehicles, they might not always have the know-how to make their
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Spotlight: Metallic Banana Social Club

Are you looking to make new friends, or just something to do after school? One of the big things Apex High School offers is after school clubs. Every other Tuesday
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Corporate Responsibility in the Face of Climate Change: Emission Reduction Strategies

Posted on February 23, 2024 by Rylan Brunet Leave a comment

In an era dominated by environmental concerns, corporate responsibility regarding climate change has taken the center stage. As companies grapple with their carbon footprints, various emission reduction strategies are emerging as potential solutions to these problems. One approach involves the transition to renewable energy sources. Large corporations are increasingly investing in wind and solar power, aiming to minimize reliance on

Underclassmen on Varsity Athletics at Apex

Posted on February 22, 2024 by Tas Clayton Leave a comment

Do you know what an impressive feat is? Being a fourteen- or fifteen-year-old playing on the same level of sports as legal adults. At Apex and mostly all high schools, we have underclassmen (freshmen and sophomores) who can not leave campus for lunch but show out on the highest levels of athletics high schools have to offer. Almost every team

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Apex Women’s Soccer Team

Posted on February 17, 2024 by Eliana Butler Leave a comment

After a successful 2023 spring season for both women’s JV and Varsity soccer, tryouts are right around the corner once again, for the 2024 season starting on February 14 through the 16th at Apex High School. An important reminder for everyone hoping to try out is to complete and submit the necessary Dragonfly paperwork in order to be eligible. At

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Top Ten Valentine’s Day Treats in 2024

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Morgan Dundas Leave a comment

Sweeten your love! February is known as the month of love and affection and is incomplete without the sweet indulgence of candies.As we all know, Valentine’s Day has already come and gone, but this year there are some new candies that have been sold off the shelves. Let’s dive into the details! 1. Heart-Shaped Chocolate Truffles: Heart-shaped chocolate truffles are

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A Guide to upcycling Valentine’s Day cards

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Algen Carter Leave a comment

Valentine’s Day is a special day where we show our love and appreciation for others. Aren’t you overwhelmed by the amount of cards you receive that you don’t know what to do with or where to store them? Well look no more as you can use my guide as a way to be environmentally friendly and give your cards a

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The Importance Of Presidents’ Day

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Giana LiMato Leave a comment

Did you know Presidents’ Day has been a holiday since 1879? You may just see this day as an excuse for a long weekend, but there is more to it. Presidents’ Day is an important day to honor and celebrate the contributions of past presidents. We take these days to reflect on their leadership and impact on the U.S. This

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Apex High school Stunt Team

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Ella Ritter Leave a comment

If you’re interested in joining the stunt team or just want to learn more about it, here’s everything you need to know. Stunt is a sport that involves various skills, from cheerleading. I spoke with the coach of the Apex High School stunt and cheer team to get a better understanding of what stunt is all about. According to her,

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The History of Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Petra Sostaric Leave a comment

Valentine’s Day is a holiday typically celebrated by giving out candy, chocolates, flowers, and love letters to your lover either by some grand gesture or a simple, romantic one. It is also popular to celebrate with friends. However, the holiday has come a long way since its first known origins dating as far back as 270 AD. There are many

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How to make your summers count!

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Carrie D'Arruda Leave a comment

Bright Futures delivers again! The PTSA was happy to welcome back Gina Wilner, a college consultant with Advantage College Planning, for a presentation on how to make students’ summer activities work for them when applying for college. The summer activities can boost the Activity List on a college application or they could become the subject of one of the college

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The Future of Flag Football

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Logan Steinbeck Leave a comment

The girls flag football team here at Apex High School made its debut in sports this year. Here is how the season went. First off, the girls on the team were hard working and determined to earn their place as the regional champions. They won nine games overall and only lost two games. The Lady Cougars fought hard, played games

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