The Student Newspaper of Addison Trail High School
Two issues ago, the Torch published a pro life opinion column, which received a pro choice rebuttal in the last issue of the paper. As two individuals whose views on the subject on abortion clash strongly and who went into fierce debate when the article came out, we were surprised to find that a lot […]
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It is a well-known fact that student athletes work hard to achieve success in their respective sports, which is why numerous of them would opt to be exempted from PE. Realistically, students would not intend for a PE teacher to lose their job over the matter, however, a change has to be made. It is
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To celebrate black people and their accomplishments throughout history, AT embraces Black History Month through events, displays, and news coverage. This month, AT has created displays around the school, held docu shorts, sold T-shirts, and hosted a plethora of events to recognize the black history and celebrate the black people who compose the history. Black
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It is a well-known fact that student athletes work hard to achieve success in their respective sports, which is why numerous of them would opt to be exempted from PE. Realistically, students would not intend for a PE teacher to lose their job over the matter, however, a change has to be made. It is
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AT is known for its diversity and often boasts that its students come from a plethora of backgrounds, speak an abundance of languages, and hold a diverse pool of beliefs. Something I don’t hear spoken about quite as often, however, is the huge pool of religions that AT’s students practice. Something I’ve been grateful to
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AT recently provided every teacher with a new hall pass in an effort to reduce the number of students loitering in the hallways and creating many mixed reactions. The new passes are wooden and measure 9×6.” Previously, passes were mere 3×4 slips of paper in a plastic lanyard. The aim of the larger, wooden pass
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With mental health struggles on the rise, the college and career center has transformed into a safe space for students to utilize if they are in need of a break. If you walk through the commons, you will notice a sign that says “The Living Room,” which was formerly known as the college and career
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The second semester of the school year has started out with new, positive changes. Students and staff walking around the building were able to notice the new safe space stickers, which show an image of AT’s mascot Bucky with a rainbow in the background. The stickers were accompanied with a message to all students on
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It has been ten years since the passing of one of America’s greatest voices, Whitney Houston. Although it has been a long time, her passing continues to be an unhealed wound for many people around the world. Born on Aug. 9, 1963, in New Jersey, she began exhibiting her passion for music and singing very
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With the winter season starting, track was one of the sports to make a return after a year of remote learning. The team had their first meeting on Jan. 17 and they have already come back to their daily practice. David Pytko, who has been a coach for 25 years with this year marking his
Girls track season takes off running, jumping, and throwing Read More »