The age-old rivalry in every classroom, to use a pen or a pencil? Whether you’re a diehard pen enthusiast, a pencil elitist, or you honestly don’t care that much, everyone has a right to their opinion. But which one actually comes out on top? The wooden pencil is a nostalgic workhorse. It is an ever-present…
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Shifting Perspectives on AI – AHS Students Share Viewpoints
Artificial Intelligence has been a trending topic in the news lately, with society’s views on how AI benefits and harms people fluctuating dramatically over the past few months. Translating that into the school experience, many students have various opinions regarding the use of AI and its pros and cons. A couple of students shared that…
NeeDohs Across AHS – A Look Into The 2026 Trend
If you walk into any classroom at Avonworth, you’re sure to see them. A rainbow of orbs, cubes, and teardrops grasped in every student’s hands, the pressure of each squeeze revealing interiors of white foam or clear sludge. These common phenomena are all NeeDoh, a popular brand of stress toy that has taken over the…
Seniors Sweep Duquesne Young Ethicist Essay Contest
At Avonworth High School, seniors in Mr. Tuffiash’s AI and Ethics class wrote essays for Duquesne’s 2nd Annual Young Ethicists High School Essay Contest. Students spent 6 weeks writing essays to answer the prompt: “How do we stay human in the age of AI?” Avonworth swept the competition, getting first, second, and third place, as…
Rory Goes Back-to-Back: 2026 Masters
After his breakout win at last year’s Masters, Rory McIlroy wins the 2026 Masters, joining Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger as the only four back-to-back champions. Rory’s first 2 rounds were some of the best ever at Augusta National at -12, before a setback in round 3, shooting +1, going into the final round…
The Masters 2026, From Players to Patrons
After Rory’s breakthrough win last year at the Masters, many fans are wondering who’s going to take the Green Jacket this year. Is it going to be Scottie Scheffler, two-time champion in ’22 and ’24? Bryson DeChambeau, who has won 2 times on the LIV Golf tour this year and playing some of his best…
PSPA Finals 2026: Two Returning And Two New Avonews Staff Members Compete at Penn State Main
Current co-editor-in-chief Pedro Moreira and Editorial Staff Member Lyra Klinedinst returned a year later to PSU Main Campus for the PA School Press State Championships. For the first time, the event was held on campus but in the Nittany Lion Inn. IMG_7719[1] Sophomores Melody Zheng and Norah Shenck joined Lyra, a junior, and Pedro, a…
Peace Through Strength? AHS Thoughts On Operation Epic Fury
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…
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…