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Beloved Friends actor, Matthew Perry, has tragically died at the age of 54.
Fans send their final loves to the famed Matthew Perry
Danica Lothrop, Senior Staff Writer • November 2, 2023

The famous and lovable Matthew Perry unfortunately passed on October 28, 2023, due to an apparent drowning. Complete details have not yet been released, pending an autopsy.  Matthew...

Hillsborough county library places restrictions on younger card holders
October 31, 2023

After January 1 of 2024, younger library cardholders in the Hillsborough community will be restricted with what books they can check out. Voted...

2023 PSAT impacts high schoolers by going digital
October 25, 2023

 The PSAT annually takes over each AHN high schooler's mind every October with its mandatory test for Juniors, but as of 2023, it sparked much...

Five new Olympic sports will debut in LA 2028
October 23, 2023

The 2028 Olympic Games are shaping up to be the most exciting in modern history. The 2028 Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, one of America’s...

The Jesuit Varsity Cheerleaders are sad to see the 2023 football season over but  heres a flashback of all the memories.
2023 Jesuit Cheer Recap
Danica Lothrop, Senior Staff Writer • December 5, 2023

As the echoes of cheers fade from Friday Night Lights, it's time to do a little flashback on the journey of the 2023 Varsity Cheer season. The cheerleaders, beautified in...

Unwrapping the Achona Staff's 2023 Christmas Wishlist
December 1, 2023

'Tis the season of joy, cheer, and the much-anticipated arrival of the holiday wishlists! As we gear up for a winter wonderland, the Achona Staff...

Academy staff and students express their Thanksgiving traditions
November 28, 2023

Students and teachers at AHN are questioned about their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and foods as the holiday season begins.

The University of Michigan Wolverines football team has been very successful.
The University of Michigan's football team under investigation
Nora Kelly , Junior Staff Writer • December 1, 2023

The University of Michigan, in recent years, has become a well recognized football powerhouse. While always a prominent football school, for the past two years the Michigan...

Damar Hamlin honored at Bills vs. Bengals game
November 15, 2023

On January 2nd, 2023, the Buffalo Bills took on the Cincinnati Bengals in the Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. On this cold Monday night,...

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Meet the Staff
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Emme Shoop
Senior Staff Writer

Emme Shoop is an Academy Senior, holding her position in Achona as a first-year staffer. Emme takes part in many ways for our community, such as being the president for Best Buddies, a foundation...

Top 5 Movies in 2023
Maleah Fraga, Senior Staff Writer • December 5, 2023

1. Barbie  The nostalgia, in combination with the universality of playing with Barbies, set the film up for success. With a gross of $636,190,846...

Black Friday goes online
Claire Acosta, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023

In 1950, the term “Black Friday” was first used by police in Philadelphia to describe the increase of people in the city who were shopping...

Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé takes viewers on a journey of fun, hard work, and liberation in the film.
Reviewing Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé
Cassidy Forte, Junior Staff Writer • December 5, 2023

Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé is a stunning visual masterpiece that showcases the incredible talent and creativity of one of the world's biggest superstars. From...

Mark Cuban leaves Shark Tank after 12 years
Brooke Fechtel, Social Media Editor • December 5, 2023

For many, the TV show Shark Tank, highlighted on the channel ABC, is a reminder of the magic of the sought-after American dream. The show features...

A Tampa Bay Thanksgiving
Danica Lothrop, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if you plan on sticking around in Tampa, you're in for a treat. From feasts to exciting events, there's...

Panera Bread lawsuit shines light on issues with caffeine consumption
Nicole Bianchi, Managing Editor • November 2, 2023

This September, Sarah Katz, a junior attending the University of Pennsylvania, drove through the driveway of one of the many Panera Bread restaurants...

Academy staff and students express their Thanksgiving traditions
Emme Shoop, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023

Students and teachers at AHN are questioned about their favorite Thanksgiving traditions and foods as the holiday season begins.

The Starbucks holiday drop brews up a merry storm
Alexandra Nicholas , Senior Staff Writer • November 9, 2023

‘Tis the Season for holiday Starbucks drinks. In an alluring seasonal tradition, Starbucks is all set to welcome back the holiday spirit with the launch of its beloved holiday drinks on November 2. As the temperatures drop and the holiday...

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

1. Barbie  The nostalgia, in combination with the universality of playing with Barbies, set the film up for success. With a gross of $636,190,846 and 60,416,984 tickets...

Hunger Games Prequel, "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes", premieres
Ava Radovic, Sophomore Staff Writer • December 1, 2023

Suzanne Collins pleased book readers everywhere when she published the first Hunger Games book in 2008. Followed by two sequels and then four...

The Plastics are Back
Danica Lothrop, Senior Staff Writer • November 28, 2023

Get ready to dust off your Burn Book because the queen bees of North Shore High are making a comeback! The highly anticipated Mean Girls sequel...

Mariah Carey sued for hit single “All I Want for Christmas Is You”
Claire Acosta, Senior Staff Writer • November 13, 2023

November 1st starts the annual debate over when it is appropriate to begin listening to Christmas music. While some argue that the Christmas...

Academy straps in their Christmas wish list
Maleah Fraga, Senior Staff Writer • November 9, 2023

Senior Staff Writer Maleah Fraga (’24) looks ahead to the Christmas season. What are Academy students stocking up on...

Seniors Wrap Up Their College Applications
Alexandra Nicholas, Senior Staff Writer • October 19, 2023

It’s college application season. AHN Seniors are asked what colleges they are aspiring to attend and the major they are...

God cares about you having healthy friendships.
Authentic Friendship
Anna Anderson, Contributing columnist • December 2, 2022

We were made to be with people. God created us to be with people: “It is not good for the man to be alone,” (Genesis 2:18). But, we are all humans. People break our trust....

Life Happens. But God is Still There.
Anna Anderson, Contributing columnist • September 7, 2022

The school year has started, and I don’t know about you, but for me, it always turns into a stressful time of year. Life happens. We get busy...

Uniting To Advocate for Change
Anna Anderson, Contributing columnist • January 27, 2022

Saturday, January 15, 2022 was the annual Florida March for Life. Nine Academy students had the privilege of going together with religion teacher...

“Kai-High” from Kairos III
Anna Anderson, Contributing columnist • January 12, 2022

On January 7-9, 2022, juniors and seniors attended the Kairos III retreat. Kairos, meaning “God’s time,” is a weekend for juniors and seniors...

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