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ATHENS ORACLE

The official student news site of Athens Drive High School

ATHENS ORACLE

The official student news site of Athens Drive High School

ATHENS ORACLE

The seniors are walking into the senior breakfast. The seniors and staff have been looking forward to the senior breakfast for weeks.
PTSA hosts 2025 Senior breakfast
Kate Weaver, Staff Writer • May 22, 2025

The Senior Breakfast is an annual event hosted for the seniors of Athens Drive to celebrate their achievements and how far they’ve come throughout their high school career....

Student newspaper leaders from across Wake County gather for a photo in front of the WCPSS school board meeting. The students spoke up for journalism websites at the meeting.
WCPSS student journalists push against removal of online websites
Sophie King, Editor-in-Chief • May 20, 2025

Student leaders across Wake County attended a school board meeting on April 8, during which they discussed the shutdown of their high school newspaper websites. Within 24...

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Uncertainty surrounding financial aid
Issra Bahour, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025

A goal that many students want to achieve after graduating high school is to complete an education that is sought out by many—a bachelor’s degree. According to census.gov,...

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Sophomore Nathan Parrish, May's Jag of the Month, is recognized for his outstanding academics, athletic dedication, and his participation in clubs across campus. Chosen by Spanish teacher Michael Seguin, Parrish is praised for his discipline, positivity, and strong work ethic.
Jag of the Month: Nathan Parrish
Rose Luck, Assistant Editor • May 13, 2025

Sophomore Nathan Parrish has been named Jag of the Month for May. Every month, the Athens Oracle consults with different department chairs to choose a student who stands out...

The orchestra class and their teacher/instructor, Mrs. Batts are preparing for their upcoming MPA performance. They practice everyday in order to sound the best they can when performing.
The experience of being in the Athens Orchestra
Kate Weaver, Staff Writer • April 28, 2025

At Athens Drive, the school orchestra is an integral part of students' lives, bringing music and entertainment to the school through concerts and musicals. For many, it’s...

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mentioned belongs to the DC public library. (Photo Credit: dclibrary.libnet.info)
The Battle of the Books: A Close Look
Kate Armstrong, Staff Writer • April 22, 2025

For many students at Athens Drive, the Battle of the Books Club is a way to improve their reading skills through competition. Their weekly Wednesday meetings aren't just for...

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Sophomore Nathan Parrish, May's Jag of the Month, is recognized for his outstanding academics, athletic dedication, and his participation in clubs across campus. Chosen by Spanish teacher Michael Seguin, Parrish is praised for his discipline, positivity, and strong work ethic.
Jag of the Month: Nathan Parrish
Rose Luck, Assistant Editor • May 13, 2025
A poster advertising Athens Drive's production of The Little Mermaid musical, which took place March 6-8, 2025.
A look into a performance of The Little Mermaid
Sama Yousef, Photography Editor • May 14, 2025

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Nathan Kogi and his team celebrated their victory at the US Youth Soccer Championship! Through teamwork and determination, they proudly wear their medals and hold their trophy. A proud moment for Kogi and his teammates
Bringing attention to Wake County soccer players at Athens
Kassie Sampson, Staff Writer • May 23, 2025

For many students at Athens Drive, soccer is more than just a game. It’s a passion that drives them to play at the highest level possible....

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Diya Bhatia
Diya Bhatia
Social Media Editor

Diya Bhatia is a senior at Athens Drive and is the Social Media Editor for the Athens Oracle. She's new to the Oracle, but has plans to work with her team to customize and rebuild the social media page....

Nathan Kogi and his team celebrated their victory at the US Youth Soccer Championship! Through teamwork and determination, they proudly wear their medals and hold their trophy. A proud moment for Kogi and his teammates
Bringing attention to Wake County soccer players at Athens
Kassie Sampson, Staff Writer • May 23, 2025

For many students at Athens Drive, soccer is more than just a game. It’s a passion that drives them to play at the highest level possible. Several students at Athens play...

Canes fans spin their towels-a universal playoff tradition across the NHL-frantically as the Canes come out to start the game. Lenovo Center, the home of the Hurricanes is known as the “Loudest House in the NHL” and are top ranked in terms of fans energy.
Hurricanes win against Capitals to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals
Rowan Bissett, Assistant Sports Editor • May 20, 2025

The Carolina Ale House - home to all the official Canes watch parties - erupted last night as the Canes’ Andrei Svechnikov scored the game-winning goal against the Washington...

The Men’s Lacrosse team during their early-season game against Northwood. Photo courtesy of ADHS Men's Lacrosse
Athens Drive Men’s Lacrosse: Keeping the Win
Khadijah Adegbite, Assistant Editor • May 9, 2025

The Athens Drive men’s lacrosse team is having a strong and promising season, showing growth and determination with each game. Several players have had impressive scoring...

Luka Doncic sports number 77 during his time with the Dallas Mavericks. He has kept his number throughout the trade with the Lakers. [Luka Doncic]  by [Erik Drost] is licensed under [Attribution 2.0]
Doncic-Davis trade shocks NBA fans nationwide
Rowan Bissett, Assistant Sports Editor • April 7, 2025

Many basketball fans ran to their phones on February 2nd when they heard the hottest sports gossip of the week- a career-changing trade. But why? Sports trades are a fact...

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A picture of a computer screen loading Netflix. This is the website where you can find the show Adolescence.
Adolescence: A Call for Change
Kate Armstrong, Staff Writer • May 16, 2025

Massive spoiler alert! If you don’t want spoilers, don’t proceed! According to The University of Melbourne, when criminology became a more popular topic of study, it...

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Sometimes the game would take a turn of events. Sama pulled up on Susan to try to get her out and ended up getting out herself. Talk about this game causing mental damage. (Photo Courtesy of Nathan Moser)
Facing the “danger” of Senior Assassins
Salsabil Chabreg, Staff Writer • May 19, 2025

All over America, many high school students wait for the spring season with excitement towards senior assassins, also known as water wars....

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Fact Finder Elijah Hoskins, finds the truth about the education and knowledge of high school students.
Tips from Teachers
Elijah Hoskins, News Assistant Editor • May 6, 2025

The Athens Oracle asked teachers for tips and advice for students. Tune in to see shocking bombshells dropped by teachers.

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