If you visit the baseball field this year, some sights are the same but you’ll also find a few new visuals. The boosters added a personalized touch by providing team banners, ones somewhat similar to what you’ll find for your other team sports. Facebook0GooglePinterest0EmailPrintReddit0Tumblr0Twitter
The Voices You are Not Hearing
April 12th, 2019: The Day of Silence. This is something that happens internationally, but this year it came to Avonworth. The Day of Silence is a day in which many students remain silent. Students choose to remain silent throughout the day to bring attention to the silence faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people…
Mission Statement
The AvonewsOnline follows the same mission as the Avonews print edition with minimal adjustments for web format: The Avonews Online website is the official student-created news website for Avonworth High School students. Every effort is made to report news, features, and opinions of interest to the students with an emphasis on timely coverage. The Avonews…
Medical Lockdown: What To Know
In a matter of two weeks, students across the school have had a lockdown drill and a medical lockdown. What is the difference? A lockdown is “(administrations) first response to a dangerous situation”, according to Principal Dwulit. “A Medical Lockdown is a medical situation and somebody’s going to have to be moved from the building…
Issue 3 Volume 77 Out Now
If you have thoughts, perspectives, or ideas about what the staff should cover for the final issue this year, please let us know. Also, look for a survey later today about The Avonews, both here and in your gmail account. One lucky survey participant will get a free drink from The Lopes Lounge. Facebook0GooglePinterest0EmailPrintReddit0Tumblr0Twitter
Spring Sports Update
Spring sports have gotten off to a good start this year, with baseball, softball, and track all starting their seasons with success. The baseball team is currently 5-1, with their biggest win against Sto Rox. Their game against Sto Rox was an amazing 3-inning win 18 to 1! First baseman Sophomore Sean McAleer said…
Heinz Field Location Brings Higher Prom Ticket Prices
“I could buy two Jeffree Star palettes for that price!” exclaimed junior Toni Keller in response to hearing that a ticket to prom is $70 for anyone who is not a senior. She is not the only one who is outraged. Many people, especially juniors, are wondering why the tickets are so expensive, especially in…
Opening Day For Pirates 2019 Means Very Little At AHS
As the Pirates begin their 2019 season, there is a noticeable lack of enthusiasm around school for the team. Here are a few responses from students who were around during MOD H when I looked for Pirates fans at the start of the season: Junior (and varsity baseball player) Park Penrod “I am looking forward…
Billie Eilish Music Artist Review
Fans are hoping that Billie Eilish’s new album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, will lead to a tour where they can see this emerging artist in concert in Pittsburgh, or at least on the East Coast. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Eilish is headed for a summer tour, but…
Jocelyn Music Artist Review
Jocelyn, a 21-year old singer/songwriter from Omaha, Nebraska, wants “to touch people’s hearts or make them think or feel something they haven’t felt before.” Taking inspiration from Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift to Beyonce and Kodaline, you’ll hear these influences in her new single “Speak Up”. This almost 3 minute track is best…