Towards the end of Tuesday, March 3rd, Principal Dwuilt spoke over the loudspeakers about WPIAL playoff success, the upcoming musical, and then a small reassuring message for students about being appreciated. Many students expected more information about a surprise power outage in the morning, and then were equally surprised hearing Dr. Dwuilt’s more emotional tone…
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New Chipotle on Josephs Lane Adds To Fundraiser Options
Students now have a brand-new outdoor place to go with their friends, get food, and take pictures of their cars at sunset after long school days, right on Joseph’s Lane! Friday, February 20, Chipotle’s hosting a fundraiser along with the freshman class, so get your promo code in-restaurant or online and get off…
The Senior Slump, 2025-2026 edition
Senioritis – a supposed affliction of a student final year of high school or college; characterized by a decline in motivation or performance. Senioritis describes the drop in motivation that often hits students during their last year after years of preparation. It can show up in different ways: procrastination, missing assignments, skipping classes, or simply…
Guest Editorial: Prioritize Human Connection Over More Data Centers in 2025
Guest Writer Brendon Hennigan shares his experience as a former track racer at Pittsburgh International Raceway. He didn’t quit racing or just move on because he wanted to. Instead, the track itself closed down so the land could be used for an AI data center. Here is his story. It’s late summer, and you…
Children’s Grief Awareness Day 2025 – Activities Move Indoors
November 20th saw Avonworth’s Children’s Grief Awareness event move inside for the first time. Although there has typically been an outdoor walk and some activities at the track, the activities moved inside this year. Nate Kline, a senior and co-chair of Children’s Grief Awareness at Avonworth, explained that “In the previous years it has been…
Avonworth Volleyball Defies All Odds and Wins the State Championship
From the 11th seed in section playoffs to #1 in the state, the 2025 Avonworth Volleyball team had a truly historic run to end their season. Even in an era where playoff wins and competing for section championships feels like the expectation for Avonworth sports, making the leap to winning a state championship is incredibly…
Homecoming 2025 Comes Early – And With Mixed Emotions
Homecoming season has officially arrived at Avonworth High School—but not without a twist. In a break from tradition, this year’s dance is scheduled for September 20th, just four weeks into the school year. That’s a full month earlier than usual, and it’s thrown the student body into a whirlwind of confusion, frustration, and—yes—some excitement. In…
1000 Flags to Remember In September: 2025 National Day of Remembrance
AHS students were welcomed outside the front entrance during their LEAD section on Thursday, September 11th to place one of two smaller sized American Flags around the front of the high school. The weather in 2025 was extremely similar to the bright sunshine and warm, comfortable temperature that remains part of the memories for staff…
Gas Leak Leads to September Early Dismissal
A low level gas leak from a newly installed stove at the FCS room led to OT Fire Company, People’s Gas, and the administration choosing to send students home on Friday, September 5th. “I was really excited, but I found it annoying that we had to wait for so long for them to make a…
Guest Editorial: What’s The Best Work/Life Balance by Liam Duvall
The world is evolving in 2025, and the way we work is evolving with it. For example, the introduction of remote work since the pandemic has, for many, allowed flexibility in location and scheduling that had previously never been possible. In this way, among others, people now have the option to intertwine their personal life…