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Mr. Annandale crowned
Posted on March 10, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Haumaira Safi, Staff Writer
This year’s annual Mr. Annandale competition proved to be entertaining, interesting and exciting as senior Charles Simpson took home the crown as “Mr. Annandale.” Mr. Annandale is an annual event hosted by the AHS Leadership... Read more »
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Two senior athletes commit to college teams
Posted on March 10, 2010Posted in Sports, Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Nathalie Spita, Managing Editor
The Principal’s conference room was filled with parents, coaches and other family members on Wednesday, March 10, to recognize the achievement of two student-athletes. Seniors Maggie Bermingham and Nikki Clarke were recognized for... Read more »
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Additional late buses increase learning time
Posted on March 10, 2010Posted in News, Story of the Day
Written by Rachel Bergen and Alexa Lafferty, Photographers
On Monday March 8, Principal John Ponton issued a second set of late buses in an effort to increase learning time. This time should help students to get the extra help they need to prepare for the SOL’s. Most students like to... Read more »
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How simple bracelets are helping Haiti
Posted on March 9, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Alex Davalos, Staff Writer
Telethons, benefit albums, donations via text-message and donations in general are all ways to aid those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Haiti. Many groups including the Red Cross, the Salvation Army and UNICEF have come... Read more »
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Winter Sports Banquet celebrates success
Posted on March 4, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Esra Gokturk, Staff Writer
Spring is finally here and winter sports have come to a close, each team with a remarkable season. To celebrate each winter team’s accomplishments, AHS held the annual Winter Sports Banquet on Wednesday, March 3. At the banquet,... Read more »
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Top students enjoy ice cream social
Posted on March 4, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Alex Davalos, Staff Writer
As the last school bell rang on Wednesday, March 3, numerous AHS students rushed to the cafeteria to enjoy thirty minutes of ice cream heaven. Like every other quarter, AHS held its quarterly Ice Cream Social, rewarding the top students... Read more »
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Dale proposes snow cancellation make up schedule
Posted on March 1, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Alex Utano, Staff Writer
A continuous seven days of snow induced cancellations served as a second winter break for students and faculty. But unlike the scheduled winter break, these days off will require make-up days. FCPS schools must make up for the cancellations... Read more »
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IB Curriculum Night a success
Posted on February 25, 2010Posted in News, Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by CJ Aftergut, Staff Writer
The IB Diploma Program is often a daunting topic for students at AHS, which is why so many events are held to explain the program to students and parents and encourage participation. One such event, officially called the IB Parent... Read more »
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Posted on February 25, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Alex Davalos, Staff Writer
The sonorous melodies of three schools’ orchestras will fill the AHS auditorium on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The Orchestra Department will be presenting their Virginia Band & Orchestra Directors Association (VBODA) Pre-Festival... Read more »
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Students show science savvy
Posted on February 19, 2010Posted in Story of the Day, Top Stories
Written by Jayran Moridzadeh, Staff Writer
After the many school cancellations, the annual AHS science fair finally took place in the cafeteria after school, Friday, Feb. 19. Over 650 students and 250 projects filled up the cafeteria. Science Fair is a requirement for students... Read more »
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