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School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona
School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona
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Another similarity between the two years in addition is Leap year, the three hundred sixty-sixth day of the year that occurs on February 29th every four year.

Odd coincidences between 2020 and 2024 • 42 Views

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A recap of the first quarter of the 2024 school year inspired by the 2018 video by former staff writers and alumni Mia Lopez and Audrey Diaz.

Spooky surprises of the 2024 school year • 26 Views

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Many lives have unfortunately been claimed to the gruesome series of school shootings in the United States.

The weight of carrying a history of school shootings • 17 Views

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Robert Quinn is an avid music listener and movie enthusiast. Students are often caught participating in his games of guessing songs and which movies they are in.

73 Questions with Robert Quinn • 14 Views

Editorials
Many lives have unfortunately been claimed to the gruesome series of school shootings in the United States.
The weight of carrying a history of school shootings
Nicole Bianchi, Co Editor-in-Chief • October 28, 2024
The Israel-Hamas War has caused a slew of destruction on both sides, but many people focus on picking a side rather than stopping devestation.
The Israel-Hamas War is not about picking sides
Olivia Payne, Editor-in-Chief • December 11, 2023
Father/Daughter Dance!
Come decked out in your best red-carpet attire!
Opinion
The number of books being challenged and banned is growing constantly harming intellectual freedom. Photo Credit: Unsplash/Olena Bohovyk
Banned Book Week Brings To Light Harmful Censorship
Nora Kelly, Junior Staff Writer • October 5, 2023
Environmental groups including Earthjustice and the Sierra Club have spent years trying to prevent Willow from happening.(Photo Credit: Paul Morigi/Getty Images)
The Willow Oil Project needs to be stopped (OPINION)
Mykhia Pursley, first year staffer • March 24, 2023
Podcast
Co-editors in Chief, Brooke and Nicole, enjoy the cooler temperatures and the leaves changing during the month of October
New year, New website, New banter
Brooke Fechtel, Nicole Bianchi, Cassidy Forte, Ava Radovic • October 21, 2024
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News
On September 26, Hurricane Helene hit the Tampa Bay area, leaving devastation around the community.
Academy provides resources for students impacted by Hurricane Helene
Haley Ricca, Sophomore Staff Writer • October 2, 2024
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump participated in their first presidential debate against each other on ABC News.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump face off in their first debate
Haley Ricca, Sophomore Staff Writer • September 17, 2024
Academy Life
A recap of the first quarter of the 2024 school year inspired by the 2018 video by former staff writers and alumni Mia Lopez and Audrey Diaz.
Spooky surprises of the 2024 school year
Ali Ibanez, Junior Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
Sports
As the 2024 fall sports season wraps up, here’s a recap of the incredible achievements by AHN teams and a look ahead at what's next!
AHN fall sports wrap-up 2024
Grace Callahan, Senior Staff Writer • November 5, 2024
Polls

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Must Reads
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Odd coincidences between 2020 and 2024

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Spooky surprises of the 2024 school year

3

The weight of carrying a history of school shootings

4

73 Questions with Robert Quinn

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Navigating Social Media Safely: Insights from Judge Melissa Black and Natalie Zfat

Staff Profile
Cassidy Forte
Cassidy Forte
Social Media Editor

Cassidy Forte is a Senior and the Social Media Editor for Achona. While also being an editor, she dances with the Jaguarettes and out of school as well, with her favorite style being hip-hop.  Her favorite...

Culture
As 2023 comes to an end, Achona offers a look into the top 5 films produced this year.
Top 5 Movies in 2023
Maleah Fraga, Senior Staff Writer • December 5, 2023
The rise of the technological era has brought about a wave of online shopping, which has reached new heights during the Black Friday-Cyber Monday shopping season.
Black Friday goes online
Claire Acosta, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023
Features
Seniors Ava Bailey ('25) and Carly While ('25) as Little Red Riding Hood and a Captain.
2024 Halloween Costume Guide
Kiley Lester, Senior Staff Writer • October 28, 2024
Erik and Lyle Menendez in front of thier Beverly Hills home
The Menendez Brothers Documentary: What to know
Adriana Trapuzzano, Junior Writer • October 24, 2024
Food
Watch to see what traditions and foods are the Jags' favorites during Thanksgiving time.
Academy staff and students express their Thanksgiving traditions
Emme Shoop, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023
Starbucks released their holiday drink line on November 2nd Alexandra Nicholas/Canva
The Starbucks holiday drop brews up a merry storm
Alexandra Nicholas, Senior Staff Writer • November 9, 2023
Arts & Entertainment
Sabrina Carpenter held a concert for her Short n' Sweet Tour in Orlando on October 18, 2024.
Sabrina Carpenter Short N’ Sweet Tour Comes to Orlando
Haley Ricca, Sophomore Staff Writer • November 5, 2024
Some Emmy nominated shows make great substitutes for shows loved by Academy girls.
Emmy winners: What to watch
Ali Ibanez, Junior Staff Writer • September 25, 2024
Videos
Mr. Jag makes a return after being a lost tradition for the past handful of years.
AHN introduces 2024 Mr. Jag competition
Danica Lothrop, Senior Staff Writer • April 10, 2024
Academy students have a lot in mind when it comes to their Christmas wish lists!
Academy straps in their Christmas wish list
Maleah Fraga, Senior Staff Writer • November 9, 2023
SPIRIT ON FIRE
The Academy students took a mission trip during their spring break to the Dominican Republic.
Academy serves in the Dominican Republic
Cassidy Forte, Junior Staff Writer • March 21, 2024
God cares about you having healthy friendships.
Authentic Friendship
Anna Anderson, Contributing columnist • December 2, 2022
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