Student Council’s typically buzzing Wednesday meetings have depleted to a few still passionate, participants. At the beginning of the year, Miss Fox’s classroom was packed with people excited to aid with the annual auction, Homecoming and eventually, King of Hearts. However, as the year winds down, fewer and fewer people seem excited to participate. Miss…

Pens Report: There is Still Hope for the Playoffs
Despite what a lot of fair weather fans might think, and say, the Penguins still have a chance to make the playoffs. People have a lot of hope, but now is not the time to do it. No matter what you never lose hope in your favorite team. Saying they do not deserve a spot…

Guess the Writing
Start at the top of the page – the first sentence is for #1 below. #1 a- Dakota Thompson b- Mary Johnston c- Lauren Padalino #2 a- Shane Fitzgerald b- Madison Sheehan c- Caroline Carlson #3 a- Mary Johnston b- Nick Horwat c- Shane Fitzgerald #4 a- Dakota Thompson b- Megan McAleer c- Lauren Padalino…

Dissenting Opinion for Avonviews question
So who were the 6% that were not pictured in the print edition of the avonviews and why were they not pictured? The editorial staff respects the rights of any students who feel uncomfortable having their image run alongside a quotation within the print publication. Also, the avonews staff works diligently to provide meaningful reporting…

The Sad Truth About So-Called “Religious Freedom” Laws
As a Christian, and as a human being, I feel compelled to speak out on some of the legislation and so-called “religious-freedom” laws (laws that allow businesses to refuse service to people based on sexual orientation due to an individuals “sincerely-held religious beliefs”) that have either been passed in places such as Indiana, or are…

Crossword Puzzle Answers!
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Loyalty to Mastery: Pittsburgh Orchestra Timpanist Gives Master Class
On Tuesday, March the 24th, Pittsburgh Orchestra Timpanist Ed Stephen presented a Master Class to the percussion ensemble. A master class is a lesson given by an expert, typically in the performing arts, to elite students. He gave detailed lessons about snare drums, and especially timpani, as well as drills and other forms of practice….

Avonworth Band Visits New York City
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Pens Report: The Inconsistent Pens Nearing a Playoff Push
There are nine games remaining in the season and the Penguins are choosing the wrong time to hit the skids and go on a cold streak. Yes, Malkin and Hornqvist are hurt again, but they are a team with enough skill to win without them. Consistency is a problem they have stumbled upon for a…

Sheppard Just a Flash in the Pan
Hailing from Australia, indie pop group Sheppard is seeking great stardom. Three of the six members are related – all Sheppard’s – so that’s where the band name comes from. George, Amy and Emma Sheppard are joined by friends Michael Butler, Jason Bovino and Dean Gordon as the members of the group. Their first album,…