Stress Test Before Spring Break? Cheerleaders Still Have Black Friday.
April 15, 2010
Filed under Fall Sports, Student Life
Many students do not remember the original “Black Friday.” “Black Friday” was the day that many selective clubs and activities posted who made it. While this practice has changed due to clubs moving deadlines, there is still one dreaded event before spring break: cheerleading... Read more »
Bored? Got Ya’ Covered..
March 25, 2010
Filed under A & E, Opinions and Views, Student Life, Uncategorized
When you are coming home from school on Friday, the last day of the week, students usually think, “Now I have two days off, and now I can do what ever I want!” Some may hang out with friends the whole weekend, some may have to run errands, some may have a lot of busy work to do, and of course there’s... Read more »
Special Children Get Special Day
March 25, 2010
Filed under A & E, Community, Features, Opinions and Views, Student Life, Uncategorized
“Let the Special Olympics begin!” Students from North Augusta High and all over Aiken County heard these words that marked the beginning of Special Olympics 2010. The event took place on Friday, March 19 at Aiken High School. However, the beginning of the Special Olympics was not at the actual event.... Read more »
Impressive…Most Impressive (An Interview with the Salutatorian)
March 24, 2010 • written by Chris "Look a Distraction" Snider
Filed under Student Life
While nearly everyone was expecting Jessica Kaczmarek to be this year’s valedictorian, there was some serious competition for the salutatorian spot. This year, that honor was earned by Rebecca Phifer. It was a really close race, but Rebecca earned a 5.195 GPA, which was just above some of the other... Read more »
Holy High GPA, Batman!
March 18, 2010 • written by Chris "Snider-man"
Filed under Student Life
A few weeks ago, February eighth if you want to get technical, Jessica Kaczmarek was pleased to be informed of the fact that she was the valedictorian of the class of 2010. Jessica has worked really hard for years and it seems that all her hard work is paying off. However, one is not simply given... Read more »
Dress Swap Earns Money for PTSA
February 25, 2010 • written by Lauren McDonald
Filed under Community, Student Life
On Sunday afternoon, North Augusta High School ’s PTSA held its annual dress swap for girls that were interested in selling and buying formal dresses. More than 30 dresses were displayed and were waiting to be bought by girls looking for the perfect dress for prom or for any formal affair. The dress... Read more »
The Band: Where Are They Now?
February 24, 2010 • written by Chris "Does Anyone Ever Notice my Ridiculous Nicknames" Snider
Filed under Student Life
During football season (or in this case, marching season) everyone knows about the band, color guard, and drumline. A little more than ten percent of the student body is involved with the Jacket Regiment, thus it’s hard not to hear about what they do. However, after the State Competition, it seems... Read more »
Student Section Looks Ahead
February 22, 2010 • written by Andy Napier
Filed under Student Section
After a nearly flawless season this year, and hints of excitement still lingering in the air from fall, the student section is wondering one thing: what is in store for baseball season ? Indeed planning is essential in the operation of an excellent student section. With baseball rapping at the door,... Read more »
It’s Prom Season…Almost
February 18, 2010 • written by Chris "Insert Ridiculous Nickname Here" Snider
Filed under Community, News, Student Life
Prom. The very word arouses mixed emotions in the minds and hearts of high school students. Some build up prom night as the be all, end all of experiences in their high school career, while others view it as a monument to our own shallowness and conformity. Regardless of which side of the proverbial... Read more »
Promise? Pinky Promise?
February 18, 2010 • written by Katye Gilliland
Filed under Features, Opinions and Views, Student Life
Rings. Class rings, engagement rings, wedding rings, purity rings…promise rings? Many people have questions about promise rings. What do they symbolize? Who is the promise to? Are purity rings and promise rings the same thing? The concept of promise rings has been present since the earliest of times.... Read more »
