Matrix Staff Writer Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 1 Although most students know about the new cell phone policy, they may not be aware of the changes that this year’s dances will undergo. While the Homecoming and Winter Formal dances…
Daily Archives: September 30, 2011
Musical talents expand
by Erika_Williams • • 0 Comments
Matrix Photo Editor Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 6 With Symphonic Choir and Battle of the Bands, Athens High School students are musically oriented. However, the student musicians are also bringing their talent to events outside of school. One of…
The war against texting: Meek revamps cell phone policy
by Emma_McLaughlin • • 0 Comments
Matrix Feature Editor Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 4 Beginning this year, cell phones will only be allowed at Athens High School during lunch. The new policy states that students may only use cell phones during their designated lunch period,…
AHS ranks “Excellent” on report card but needs improvement
by Holly_Li • • 0 Comments
Matrix News/Opinion Editor Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 4 Congrats, Athens High School. AHS has recently been ranked “Excellent” on the state’s report card after having met 12 out of 12 State Indicators and having a performance index (a measurement…
Administration debunks stadium rumors, suspicions
by Anne_Li • • 0 Comments
Change is never accepted without friction, even if it comes in the form of a shiny new stadium. Scott Riggs and Family Stadium officially opened on Sept. 2 before the first home varsity football game of the season. Although we…
AHS seniors work with Rural Action
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Matrix Co-Editor in Chief Issue XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 6 While most students slugged away their summer vacation, AHS Seniors Eli Redfern and Grace Pauley worked as interns over the summer to impact the community. Both Pauley and Redfern worked…
Gifted education budget should increase
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Amidst the struggling economy, politicians are looking for ways to cut costs and raise revenue. Unfortunately, public schools are a convenient target. As a staunch Republican, I support budget cuts. But when it comes to schools, and particularly gifted education,…
Fall at Athens High School
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Tiger Mother abusive but at the same time, she has a point
by Holly_Li • • 0 Comments
Matrix News/Opinion Editor Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 2 Some things I’d like to say to Amy Chua, the infamous “Tiger Mother” featured in the New York Times last year: Your kids are going to hate you. Well, when they’re…
Graduating early takes effort but may be worth your while
by Katie_Wight • • 0 Comments
Matrix Associate Editor Volume XXXVII: Issue 1: Page 5 The thought of early graduation is enticing to many students who want to leave high school early and start their college career. However, many students are unaware of the enormous amount…