There are so many spring sports this year at Apex High School. Soccer, baseball, lacrosse; you name it! One sport in particular that doesn’t get quite the amount of attention it deserves is softball. I chose to interview my friend Kate McMahon who plays for both the JV and varsity softball teams here at Apex High School. I asked her
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Yesterday was National Read Across America Day, also known as Dr. Seuss Day. The day is celebrated annually March 2nd, Dr. Seuss’s birthday, unless the day falls on a weekend, in which case it is held on the closest school day. This is because the event is a part of an initiative by the National Education Association to encourage childhood
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The Apex High School Peak Players are putting on The Drowsy Chaperone this week from March 5-7. Stage manager Gillian Kepley sat down with us to share more about the musical and why you should be sure to come see it! The Drowsy Chaperone tells the story of star Janet Van De Graaff who is leaving the show business to
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Sometimes, school can be really stressful. Whether you are frantically studying for a test or writing an essay the night before it’s due, we can all agree on that fact. But there are so many fun and stress free things that come with school as well. Friends, clubs, activities, classes, you name it! One club in particular that I would
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Interested in trying out for a sport or switching the sport you play right now? Click HERE to take a quiz!
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People across the globe are being impacted by the Coronavirus. Tens of thousands of people have been infected, and around 1,300 have died in relation to the virus. This virus is not new to scientists but has imposed many new threats. The Coronavirus has been the talk of the world due to its effects on people’s lives and possible economic
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Environmental activism has been a hot topic lately with the international student walk-outs and Greta Thunberg’s amazing, heartfelt speeches. On the local level, it can feel impossible to make a difference, though. We all know the “three R’s” (reduce, reuse, recycle), but where do we go from there? The Town of Apex has new committees helping to lead the way
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Standing up and presenting something in front of a crowd can be a very nerve-wracking thing to do. This is why Apex’s very own Mr. Ferguson feels so strongly about offering a speech class for students of Apex High. Having the ability to prepare a good speech, visual representation, and presentation etiquette are all taught in this class. “I can’t
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Have you ever wondered where the best place to eat in Apex is? Or do you want to know where you can get the most food for your money when you go off campus for lunch? We surveyed Apex High School students about their favorite places to eat to find out what the true taste of Apex is. Continue reading
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Sports terminology has been an established and vital part of sports for a long time; for athletes and sports fans, terminology is a key part of the game. But it can be puzzling, especially to those who are not involved within sports. Fortunately I’ve constructed a thorough, A-Z guide to basic sports terminology and sayings for those who are foreign
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