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School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona

School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona

Samantha Cano

Samantha Cano, Multimedia/Social Media Editor

Samantha Cano is the Multimedia/Social Media Editor for the Achona, a second year journalist, and a Senior at AHN. Samantha is extremely involved in extracurriculars in and out of school; she is an Ambassador, a Jaguarette, a member of SADD and Respect for Life clubs, a member of  the Dance, Beta, and English National Honor Societies, and she dances at BSDA. She has been dancing since the age of two, and believes it is part of the reason her time management skills are on point. She also attributes her diverse music taste to how much time she has spent dancing to different  genres of music. Her favorite class is AP Literature and Composition, because it not only involves reading and writing, which are two of Samantha’s favorite things, but it also focuses on analyzing and connecting real life situations. Samantha is most excited about cherishing all of her “lasts” at the Academy, and being able to  feel how much of an impact AHN and her 115 sisters have had on her life. When she isn’t on the dance floor or at the gym, you could probably find Sam drinking a cup of coffee, watching So Sharp on Lifetime, scrolling through Pinterest while cuddling with her Beagle puppy, Oliver, shopping at Nordstrom, or at Disney World and Universal with her family. Sam is extremely passionate about animal rights, and hopes to attend the University of Florida or the University of South Florida to pursue a career in law and fight for justice for animal testing and abuse. Sam considers herself to be “a bit of a mom” for her dance team and friend group because she always has a Longchamp or her Buick stocked full of whatever someone may need, whether it be an emergency sewing kit, or Neosporin.

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There are 116 girls graduating in the class of 2018. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Class of 2018’s Favorite Memories

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
May 7, 2018
On My Block has been renewed for their second season, and the actor that plays Ruby, Jason Genao, has confirmed that he will be returning. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

New Netflix Original Rises to Popularity

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
April 23, 2018
The FSHAA State Track and Field State Championship will take place at the University of North Florida. (Photo Credit: Gabrielle Hogan, used with permission)

AHN’s Track and Field Team Competes in FSHAA District Meet

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
April 13, 2018
There is a rumor going around Twitter that the original creators of Vine are releasing a second version of the app, "Vine 2.0." (Photo Credit: Achona Online)

AHN Faculty and Staff as Vines

Samantha Cano, Social Media and Multimedia Editor
March 27, 2018
The Achona editors are chosen at the end of each school year. This year's group of editors is very close. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Achona Editor Glo-Ups

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
March 9, 2018
As stated by Kid President, "The secret to changing the world... moms."  (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

An Open Letter to AHN Moms

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
February 28, 2018
Documentaries can be found in a multiplicity of sources and formats, such as TV shows, movies, podcasts, and even short videos. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Eight Riveting Documentaries to Watch

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
February 22, 2018
Valentine's Day has been celebrated since the end of the 5th century, to honor St. Valentine. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
February 14, 2018
The Jaguarette seniors were surprised with fatheads of themselves when the entered the gym. (Photo Credit: Denise Cano/ used with permission)

Jaguarettes Dance Team Celebrates Senior Night

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
February 1, 2018
Fashion icon and designer, Gianni Versace, was murdered in 1997. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

American Crime Story Is Back With Season Two

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
January 28, 2018
2018 was the 75th year of the Golden Globe Awards. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

#WhyWeWearBlack

Samantha Cano, Multimedia/Social Media Editor
January 18, 2018
There are 32 Quarter Notes for the 2017-2018 school year. (Photo Credit: Christina Alarcon/Used with permission.)

Quarter Notes’ Christmas Concert

Samantha Cano, Multimedia/Social Media Editor
December 12, 2017
Like Galentine's Day, Friendsgiving is a modern, more laid back approach on celebrating holidays with friends. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Friendsgiving Tips and Ideas

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
November 13, 2017
According to the National Retail Federation, 64% of Americans celebrated Halloween in 2015. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online

School Night Halloween Activities

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
October 30, 2017
Shonda Rhimes' hit show, "Grey's Anatomy," has been airing on primetime television since 2005. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

Senior Feelings As Told By “Grey’s Anatomy”

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
October 24, 2017
Lutheran Church Charities sends their therapy dogs to locations effected by detrimental events, such as the Sandy Hook shooting. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

Therapy Dogs Flown Across the Country to Las Vegas

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
October 13, 2017
Academy students seem to be well versed in their cultural references, such as memes and vines. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

How Well Does AHN Know Memes? (VIDEO)

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
October 6, 2017
Emily Pantelis, who is a guidance counselor at AHN, specializes in grief counseling. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

How to Properly Handle Grief (Video)

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
September 28, 2017
After hitting the Caribbean Islands and Cuba, Hurricane Irma hit land in south Florida, and moved her way up the Gulf Coast and then moved across the state, towards Lakeland. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

Eight Gifs To Get You Through A Full Rotation of Eight Sets

Samantha Cano, Multimedia and Social Media Editor
September 19, 2017
Academy of the Holy Names celebrated 135 full school years this past May. (Photo Credit:Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

Kicking Off the 2017-2018 School Year

Samantha Cano, Multimedia/Social Media Editor
September 2, 2017
AHN's Class of 2017 celebrated their Baccalaureate Mass on Sunday May 21, 2017. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

Class of 2017 Baccalaureate Mass

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
May 26, 2017
Many Academy students and staff members watched the new Netflix series, and were shocked by the impact it had on them, and those in their lives. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

AHN Reacts to 13 Reasons Why

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
April 27, 2017
Fun Fact: Dr. Lauren Oetinger's favorite social media is Pinterest. Photo Credit: Maddie Obregon (used with permission)

20 Questions with Dr.O

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
March 22, 2017
Many artists have been releasing music since the beginning of 2017, overwhelming their fans in the best way possible. (Photo Credit:Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Multiple Artists Release New Music

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
March 8, 2017
Many Academy students were ecstatic to hear that Chance the Rapper will be coming to Tampa on his 2017 Spring Tour. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

Chance The Rapper Announces Spring 2017 Tour

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
February 23, 2017
Although AHN students had different opinions of the teams playing in the Super Bowl, many can agree that it was an eventful and climactic game that left viewers on the edge of their seats. Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online

Best Tweets from Super Bowl LI

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
February 13, 2017
As mini course week approaches, the Dominican Republic missionaries prepare for their trip by collecting shoes. Photo Credit: Samantha Cano

Dominican Republic Shoe Drive

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
February 3, 2017
With opinions from the Presidential Inauguration still heated, AHN students express their feelings following the event. (Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/Achona Online)

AHN Reactions to the Inauguration

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
January 27, 2017
The Tampa Community Prepares for Gasparilla

The Tampa Community Prepares for Gasparilla

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
January 19, 2017
Freshman, Callie Mellon, said, “I’m actually really excited for the new year! It marks the end of my first year of high school, and I feel like that’s a mini milestone within itself.”
Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online

Motivation for 2017

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
January 10, 2017
Regardless of the political backlash towards Hamilton, fans of the play are vying to get tickets, if they haven't already gotten them. (Photo Credit: Gracie Wipfli-used with permission)

Trump Supporters Trend #BoycottHamilton

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
December 2, 2016
With Christmas around the corner, some AHN students have started putting up their decorations already!

Would You Rather: Christmas Edition

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
November 17, 2016
Although getting through some mornings can be a drag, each person should start their morning with a positive outlook!
(Photo Credit: Samantha Cano/ Achona Online)

15 Ways To Start Your Day Off Better

Samantha Cano, Junior Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
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