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With the NFL draft just hours away, here’s a final look at where I think some of the top prospects will end up in the first round. Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence, QB, Clemson This is by far the easiest prediction in the draft. Lawrence is the clear top dog in this Quarterback class and would fulfill …
Teachers are the foundation of schools. They are given the task to empower the lives of their students and amplify the student’s ambition for a better future. It especially helps when there are teachers that put in their effort into teaching. Not only is teaching just simply handing out lessons and assignments but the connection …
Lifetime Blazer D’Ambrose readies for retirement from her Alma Mater Read More »
After working at AT for over 20 years, Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Amy Murphy will be retiring at the end of this year. “I am truly happy to be retiring BUT am going to miss my students so very much. I’ll miss the faculty and staff members I have bonded with over the years,” …
Murphy to Retire After 21 Years of Teaching at Addison Trail Read More »
The school year is nearly over for students and staff, and as the year draws to a close, it has a different meaning for many. The end of the second semester signifies many things; the last few months of high school for seniors, the end of the very first year of high school for …
AT junior Alicia Lloveras became the first Blazer to qualify for the IHSA state badminton competition in 3 years after her 4th place finish at sectionals in late March. Lloveras, who placed 33rd in the state, was both honored and thrilled by the opportunity. At the sectionals competition, Lloveras won a close first match to …
Junior Alicia Lloveras places 33rd at IHSA state badminton tournament Read More »
It has been about a year since AT Theatre had to cancel its spring show, Fools, as Covid began to shape the world as we know it. A few months ago, there used to be talks of whether or not a spring show would go on, talks about whether or not AT Theater would have …
Spring Show Looking Strong After Previous Cancellation Read More »
Last week a Chicago Police officer shot 13-year-old Adam Toledo sending the city into a fury of riots and protests, calling for better police accountability and even the defunding of the Chicago Police Department. But last week there was also a drive-by shooting of seven-year-old Jaslyn Adams sparking calls for better police funding to combat …
Fight the Disease, Not the Symptoms: It’s Time to Rethink How We Handle Crime Read More »
AT boys’ soccer fell to the York Dukes by a score of 6-0 on Thursday after a frustrating defensive start and fruitless offense in the final game of their season. The loss solidified the Blazers’ final record of 6-5-1. The team headed out to face the Dukes with high hopes for a sweet end to …
AT Soccer Kicked 6-0 by York in Final Game of the Season Read More »
After working at AT for over 19 years, assistant principal Courtney Dement is leaving Addison Trail to work as the principal of Downers Grove North High School. “It’s definitely bittersweet! I’m not kidding when I say that I feel like I’m leaving my family! I’ve known many people here for almost half of my life,” …
Assistant Principal Dement to leave AT, named new Principal of Downers Grove North Read More »
With the end of the year quickly approaching, seniors are preparing to move onto the next chapter of their lives. Although this may have not been the ideal year, seniors have not let that stop them from visiting colleges and working hard toward their goals. With that in mind, where does that leave the Class …
Addison Trail Seniors Prepare For Their Next Chapters as Freshmen Read More »