The Student Newspaper of Addison Trail High School
Our nation watched in horror on January 6th as rioters stormed the capitol building during the electoral college vote. It’s safe to say that politicians, political speakers, and social media users have not been quiet about the event ever since. As the country reacts to the tragedy, it’s certainly hard to ignore the glaring hypocrisy …
The Riots on Capitol Hill Have Exposed Hypocrisy Within Both Parties Read More »
President Joe Biden has officially sworn in alongside Kamala Harris as the new President and Vice President of the United States. Inauguration Day was packed full of surprises starting from Former President, Donald J. Trump’s goodbye message to Kamala Harris making history as the first woman/woman of color to hold office as Vice President. The …
Despite the struggles of remote learning, AT students and staff were able to hold and participate in the 8th grade activities fair this year with over 190 families attending. With over 30 different clubs being represented, AT staff and students were able to hold the fair using zoom meetings, where they were able to showcase …
There are many aspects of life a disease cannot stop. In fact, two diseases could not stop Shakespeare. The bubonic plague in his early childhood would provide him material in such works as Romeo and Juliet. The second disease being Covid not being able to stop the spirit of Shakespeare in the lives of many …
The Chicago Shakespeare Slam Performs Virtually! Read More »
With the tragic and unexpected death of District 88 Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton, the ATHS Music Department has arranged a music tribute in his honor. On Thursday, Jan. 28, Dupage HS District 88 will be hosting the formal memorial on the Dupage 88 website, ATHS Music Channel, and the virtual Dupage 88 newsletter at 7 …
AT Music Department to hold Music Tribute in Honor of Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton Read More »
District 88 Superintendent Dr. Scott Helton died as a result of complications related to Covid-19, School Board President Donna Craft Cain announced last Friday. News of Helton’s passing comes after he contracted Covid-19 in late October and later suffered a stroke as a result of complications from the disease. ¨His passion and dedication were second …
Addison Trail remembers Superintendent Dr. Helton; candlelight vigil to be held Dec. 17 Read More »
With Covid-19 among us, many of AT’s freshmen may be left wondering what the inside of their school even looks like. Here’s what AT’s upperclassmen had to say about some of their favorite places in the school. My favorite place in the school is definitely the theatre. I love theatre because it’s such a fun …
Blazers reminisce over the places most missed at school Read More »
Despite struggles with remote learning, AT students and staff were able to participate in the Senior Art Show this year through a video presentation. In spite of Covid-19 forcing students to go into remote learning environments, AT staff was still able to put together an amazing Senior Art Show this year. Although in normal circumstances …
It is AT Tradition to celebrate the arts. Every school year there are two shows, the Senior Art Show and the Spring Art Show. What I am focusing on in this article is the Senior art show. As someone who likes drawings and the many inspirations that inspire the artists here in AT such as …
It is that time of the season again – the National Honor Society has completed the induction of its new members. Due to the pandemic and the restrictions that come with it, the National Honors Society held its first-ever virtual banquet on December 3rd. The National Honor Society, (NHS) led by sponsor Robert Schader, is …