Super Bowl 59 was a highly criticized sporting event before it even happened. From the day the teams were announced, some students in the halls and on their phones have been in an uproar over a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. Most fans on social media held on to the…
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Eagles Smother Mahomes and the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and a Review of Kendrick Lamar’s Performance
When I turned on the TV to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday night, I expected one of the most hard-fought, down-and-dirty, amazing match-ups of all time. The Philadelphia Eagles, normally a team that I despise, was now the team I really wanted to win. More accurately, I didn’t want the Eagles to win; I…
Swimming Update February 2025
Senior Night: February 10th, Girls W 93-52, Boys W 82-15 vs Highlands Seniors: Claire Boughton, Katie Petrina, Reese Theobald, Kacey LaVelle, and Nate Campbell Boys currently rank 2nd in Section III of Class 2A with 5 wins and 1 loss Girls currently rank 3rd in Section III of Class 2A with 4 wins and 2…
Interview with Abby Yeh
Abby Yeh is a 10th grade student best known for being a part of the Cross Country team. I interviewed them on their personal interests and we discussed favorite pieces of media, life experiences, and plans for after high school – here are a few highlights from our conversation. Where do see your yourself in…
Water Main Break Closes Grandview For At Least A Week
After a water main break on Grandview this weekend, students had detours and delays to reach the high school on Monday morning. https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/significant-water-main-break-ohio-township-will-take-some-time-fix-police-say/ALUACUIOONBT7MGIJDOADQRW3U/ https://www.wtae.com/article/repairs-underway-after-water-main-break-in-ohio-township/63638833 Ohio Township Police School Resource Officer Chris Simkoviak estimates Grandview will be closed for at least the upcoming week. Starting around noon, more students stopped to view a stream of water…
Interview with Jenna Ziccardi
Jenna Ziccardi is a private voice teacher and vocal coach at Moon High School’s drama department. I interviewed her on January 18th and we discussed different topics of her career. Here are a few highlights from our conversation. Avonews: Ok, so we’ll start with- what college or colleges did you go to? Jenna: Ok, I…
Interview with Veronica Garcia
I talked with Veronica Garcia, an Avonworth student in the class of 2025 known as the ESL club president and member of the year book club. I Wanted to know more about her relation with foreign cultures so here is an interview to know more about her values and experience as an exchange student during…
Interview with Nick Nivari
Nick Nivari is an award winning Pittsburgh playwright, composer, and director, serving as a CLO Ambassador and former director of the Strand Theatre. His musical Local Singles has run across the US, after starting in 2020 through an NEA grant and later earning him 5 Broadway World Awards, including for best direction. Paxon: How many…
Interview with Sara Stoeckle, Aspiring Student Writer
Sara Stoeckle, a tenth-grade student at Avonworth High School, is in the process of writing a novel. To students interested in pursuing language arts or writing, here’s some advice for starting from page one. How do you motivate yourself to continue this hefty project amidst the busy life of a high school student? And what…
Interview with Grace Bechtold
Grace Bechtold is a student at Avonworth in the class of 2025 and is best known for being a nice Avonettes captain before she attends Pitt next fall. We discussed the future, food, and more – here are a few highlights from our conversation. Avonews: Can water get more wet? Grace Bechtold: Yes because water…