Yearly Archives: 2018

By Thalya Samuels In the past several months, people have been noticing bizarre weather phenomena across the globe. These phenomena include snowing in subtropical and desert climates, fires, mudslides, and bomb cyclones. Experts have multiple explanations as to why these weather patterns have occurred. A notable example of strange weather […]

Climate Craziness

 in Featured
By Cassidy Johnson Friday and Saturday, January 12-13th, Apopka High’s chapter of the National Beta Club went to the annual Florida State Convention held in Orlando, Fl. Sponsors Mrs. Hough and Mrs. Conyers took almost 90 students to compete in a plethora of categories and activities against other Florida high […]

You Beta Believe it

 in Clubs and Activities
By Victoria Mezera Softball is a form of modified baseball that came into existence in the late 19th century, derived from an indoor version of baseball. At Apopka High School, we have both a varsity and a junior varsity team, both of which have done very well in the past:  […]

One Team, One Goal

 in Athletics
By Lenaia Powell Awards Season is upon us, a time where families crowd around their TVs to see their favorite actors, movies, and shows gain recognition. The Golden Globes have already passed, leaving movies and shows such as Lady Bird, Coco, and Big Little Lies as winners, as well as […]

Stranger Things Deserved Better

 in Arts and Entertainment
by Valendy Pierre Four more months left in their high school career. These four months will end in smiles and tears, or hopes and fears. The class of 2018 will bid their goodbyes as they step into the real world. For some it’s college, for some it’s the workforce. It’s […]

Darters Soar–Class of 2018

 in Around Campus
By Jordan Jenkins The transition into the new year signals the start of many things, but perhaps the most relevant to many students here at Apopka High School is the beginning of the new semester. For some, such as sophomore Jackson Houvouras, the second semester offers the potential for a […]

A New Semester, A New Start

 in Around Campus
by Jamari Saint Cyr AP Capstone is a two-year course that focuses on independent research and collaborative assignments. The class is split into two years: Seminar and Research, and both courses are taught at Apopka High by Mr. Blevins. For the Seminar Course, the students throughout the school year have […]

Exploring AP Capstone

 in Clubs and Activities
By Isabelle Lounsberry With academics, extracurriculars, jobs, etc., sometimes it’s hard to make time to read for pleasure. Heck, sometimes we forget that reading can be a pleasure. Below, AHS teachers and students share recommendations of some of their favorite books to help you get back in the reading game.  […]

My Weekend is Booked

 in Arts and Entertainment