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 of every class with a delicious all-you-can-eat ice cream buffet.  The only difference was that this quarter’s Ice Cream Social began a couple weeks into the third quarter due to the unexpected snow cancellations.

The cafeteria tables were filled with scrumptious goodies, toppings and exquisite flavors of ice cream.  Serving these treats were the AHS administrators, providing students with a cup of well-deserved ice cream, along with a congratulations.

“Typically, it’s for kids that may not make the honor roll, but have made progress.  It’s a good way to reward students and ice cream puts a smile on everyone’s face,” said Principal John Ponton. Many students seemed to enjoy the event and overall it was a success.

“I’m happy that I am getting rewarded for doing well in class,” said sophomore Fatima Ahmed.

Fellow sophomore Jason Moujeas said, “Getting student of the quarter was hard, but it was worth it.  The Ice Cream Social is a fun place to hang-out and celebrate with friends.”

The event will occur again at the end of third and fourth quarter, undoubtedly to the smiles of students. Like Ponton said, ice cream puts a smile on everyone’s face.