Monthly Archives: October 2010

Attendance policy stirs controversy

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By Emma McLaughlin, Matrix Staff Writer – Issue 1, News – Director Woody Allen said, “Eighty percent of success is just showing up.” Beginning this year, Athens High School students will learn to take that advice. The school’s report card has been lagging in attendance…

Announcer criteria remains vague

By Luca Wistendahl, Matrix Public Relations Manager – Issue 1, News – The morning announcer is a position that has been held at Athens High School for multiple years. However, nobody knows quite how to obtain the position…

Gym credits should be awarded to non-school sports

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By Katie Wight, Matrix News/ Feature Editor – Issue 1, Opinion – Gym. This is a class taken twice by students through their high school careers who do not participate in sports at Athens High School. But is this policy fair to those who participate in sports not associated with the school or those who have chronic injuries?