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ATHENS ORACLE

The official student news site of Athens Drive High School

ATHENS ORACLE

Interstate 440 experience a shut down due to a gas leak incident in a construction zone.
Major I-440 gas leak on main road to the State Fair.
Drey Norris, staff writer • October 29, 2024

A major gas leak occurred Tuesday, October 22 on Hillsborough Street and I-440, near the North Carolina State Fair. The result was a road closure, which could last until Thursday....

The actors pose at the end of the successful play. They pose as their characters and showcase a glimpse of who they acted as in the play.
The road to Cafe Murder
Khadijah Adegbite and Starlene Gaddam October 28, 2024

Cafe Murder is a dinner-inspired murder mystery play written by Nathan Hartswick and directed by Ashlynn Hayes. It is set in the cafeteria, debuted to the public on October...

The picture above shows Syracuse, N.Y. Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). This building is where students are able to take the ASVAB if they choose not to do it with their school. 
(Credits to flickr for photo: https://www.flickr.com/photos/armyengineersnorfolk/2864815943/in/photostream/)
ASVAB: What it is and how you should prepare
Bailey Ballard, Staff Writer • October 28, 2024

Finding out what career you want to pursue can be difficult and stressful. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a test that allows students to determine...

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Markoch, or “Doc” as his students and colleagues call him, dives into the works of Beethoven in his class, picking apart the meanings of his pieces.
We offer that here? Little-known classes at Athens Drive
Rowan Bissett, Assistant Sports Editor • November 6, 2024

Every year, at the end of the spring semester, Athens students have a hard decision to make: What classes should they take next year? With over a hundred courses offered at...

Bouleqcha, pictured, presents as part of her Duke internship. This is just one way that Boulqecha has been involved in the medical field. (Photo Credits: Manar Bouleqcha)
October Jag of the Month: Manar Bouleqcha
Sophie King, Editor-in-Chief • October 31, 2024

Manar Bouleqcha, senior, has been selected as November’s Jag of the Month. Each month, the Athens Oracle staff reaches out to a different department chair for a nomination....

McGraw talking to Mr. Remaley and Mrs. Lassiter about Homecoming decorations. Student council works collaboratively with these teachers to have the best possible event outcomes. (Photo Courtesy of Ava Sheppard)
Behind the scenes with Susan McGraw
Nora Richards, Editor in Chief • October 29, 2024

At Athens Drive High School, where dreams are as diverse as the student body itself, one leader stands out among the rest. That student is Susan McGraw. To some, McGraw is...

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Seniors at ADMHS celebrate Awards Day Thursday, May 23, 2024.
Athens Seniors celebrate Awards Day
Ethan Adams, Sophie King, Deevani Rodriguez, Corissa Greene, Sama Yousef, and Farah Al-Rbehat May 28, 2024

Come along with the Class of '24 as they participate in Awards Day May 24, 2024.

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Markoch, or “Doc” as his students and colleagues call him, dives into the works of Beethoven in his class, picking apart the meanings of his pieces.
We offer that here? Little-known classes at Athens Drive
Rowan Bissett, Assistant Sports Editor • November 6, 2024

Every year, at the end of the spring semester, Athens students have a hard decision to make: What classes should they take next year? With over...

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Staff Profile
Hamid Tawakuli
Hamid Tawakuli
Online photojournalist and Social media team

Hamid Tawakuli is a freshman at Athens Drive High School and an online photojournalist for the Athens Oracle. He enjoys playing basketball, boxing, and spending time with his best friends. Hamid also loves...

12 seniors on varsity wrestling team: A call for new members as the upcoming season approaches
12 seniors on varsity wrestling team: A call for new members as the upcoming season approaches
Abdul Halim Alayoubi, Staff Writer • November 6, 2024

 As the new wrestling season draws near, both the junior varsity and varsity teams are gearing up for an exciting year. With the wrestlers who graduated last spring, the...

The varsity football team is pictured.
Behind the scenes of the football season
Sama Yousef and Sierra Moore, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

In the stands, many students and parents of Athens Drive High School watch the football team during the fall, but what happens behind the scenes of the football team? While...

Athens boys varsity team in action on their home field, showcasing their skill and teamwork in a thrilling match. The players are giving their all, competing with determination and spirit. Photos courtesy of Zane Perryman.
Athens Drive Men’s Varsity Soccer: A challenging season, but hope remains
Wassim Treish and Hamid Tawakuli October 23, 2024

The Athens Drive men's varsity soccer team has had a challenging season start, with a record of 2-6-1. While this might not seem promising, there’s still hope among the...

Hurricanes warm up before their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the 2022-2023 season. During this season the Canes made it to the Eastern Conference Finals before losing to the Florida Panthers.
The puck drops on the 2025 NHL hockey season on October 8
Rowan Bissett, Assistant Sports Editor • October 17, 2024

Four games kicked off the National Hockey League (NHL) season on October 8. Three days later, the Carolina Hurricanes started their season with a matchup against the Tampa...

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Athens Drive Highschool burning down because of the effects of HB10.
Downside of HB10 and its effects on Athens
Emma Gomez-Santana, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

North Carolina representatives want to harm our minority communities and public schools while providing opportunities for the wealthy with House Bill 10. Recently, North Carolina's...

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No need to dip in your savings for college. A penny jar is all you need!
Costy College? Cost-free. (Satire)
Hannah Suehle, Editor-in-Chief • February 29, 2024

On average, 62 percent of high school seniors will matriculate on to college or some other form of higher education after graduation. Given the...

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A&E
This is the first book of an entrancing series; a best seller due to its captivating romance, action and fairytale aspects, A Court of Thorns and Roses,written by Sarah J. Mass.
ACOTAR: A book review
Deevani Rodriguez, Features Copy Editor • October 18, 2024

In a world where the human realm and the land of the Fae (Prythian) are divided by hatred stemming from a brutal war 500 years ago, A Court of...

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