International Dance was a success despite covid outbreak

Albi Gijka Torch Guest Writer Anticipating a smooth performance, international club leaders were excited to host Addison Trail’s Annual International Dance where people of different cultures come together and celebrate unique differences.  Many students and staff appreciate the importance that comes with hosting these festivities. “I like how students get to learn about other cultures …

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AT makes history with first all-girls wrestling team and dual meet

Fifteen of AT’s female athletes made school history by competing in the first ever all female dual wrestling meet in school history on Dec. 1 at Glenbard West.  The meet ended in Blazer victories at several weight classes, with AT’s namesake victory coming from Lluvia Sanchez. Sanchez, a junior, took down her opponent quickly, pinning …

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Editorial: Standardized tests still relevant for college admissions process

Standardized testing for college is a long standing tradition that leaves high school upperclassmen worrying every year. The SAT and ACT’s long duration, numerous questions, and ability to cause stress have even led hundreds of universities across the United States to extend their test optional policies adopted as a result of covid-19 to be permanent …

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AT’s contribution of culture into the traditional holiday season

From holiday card distribution to Thanksgiving turkey, American holiday traditions often precede cultural traditions across the globe. As a culturally diverse school, AT shares the integration of other heritages’ traditions onto the American table. Between family gatherings and festive parties, music surrounds people of all backgrounds and food permeates the air.  In Mexican culture, traditional …

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