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Seniors are attempting to make memories last forever
Written by Rebecca Arnold · December 22, 2011
With high school coming to a close for the seniors, they have been given an assignment that will remind them of the years that made them who they are. They have been assigned to make a memory book, starting from birth all the way... (more...)
Thinking inside the box
Written by Rebecca Arnold · November 30, 2011
On Dec. 29, a series that has captured the interest of the world will be locked away. After the second DVD of “Deathly Hallows” finishes selling, all eight movies will be taken off the shelves and only released in a box set. They... (more...)
Teaching beyond the walls
Written by Rebecca Arnold · September 20, 2011
The goal of a teacher is to teach; that much is obvious. Some teachers, however, go past that and get rewarded for their efforts to make a difference. English teacher Crys Hodgens was named Teacher of the Year for 2011. She was nominated... (more...)
Prom committee settles on ticket prices
Written by Rebecca Arnold · March 9, 2011
Prom is the thing high school students look forward to. But it is hard to attend when they wait until the last second. This year prom is on Saturday, May 7. From 8 p.m. to midnight, students will be dancing in the North Hall of the Von Braun Center. Tickets are on sale now for $45 and go up... (more...)
Long-term subs do job for real
Written by Rebecca Arnold · March 9, 2011
They are not called in very often, and when they are they are often taken for granted. Long-term substitutes can be called for maternity leaves, injuries and serious illnesses. They do almost as much work as the teacher would during the time, but they are still just substitutes. English teacher... (more...)
Weekly visitor provides financial advice to inquiring students
Written by Rebecca Arnold · February 16, 2011
In the College and Career Center there is something else going on about once a week. Telesa Hester, from the North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence, is there giving financial aid to students who need it. Hester has been coming for nine years, and she normally stays for one full day... (more...)
Motivation is needed for New Year’s resolutions
Written by Rebecca Arnold · December 16, 2010
New Years changes many things: the month, the year and the people. Resolutions are normally to better oneself, and can range from doing better in school to donating more. Some of the most common resolutions are losing weight and paying off debts. Other common resolutions involve people other... (more...)
Trail of Tears provides great first-time experience for administrator
Written by Rebecca Arnold · November 15, 2010
People cheering, flags waving and motorcycles revving are all signs of something very historical. The Trail of Tears is a way of remembering the path the Native Americans took across Alabama. The entire ride is on a motorcycle going from Chattanooga, Tenn. to Florence, Ala. During the extended... (more...)