Animal Welfare & Its Importance

Whenever you go out outside, do you ever look on the streets and see a cat or dog roaming around? Have you ever wondered why they are in the streets, dirty, skinny, and even sickly looking? According to The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that there are nearly 200 million stray dogs in the world and even a higher number of stray cats. But why do animals end up becoming strays? The main reason is because of lack of care from humans...

Hogwarts Legacy: 

Full of magic and wonder, but at a high cost!

Hello Gamers, and welcome to the third edition of Gamer Zone. Today   we will be reviewing a game that a friend of mine really wanted me to review. I love this game a ton, but there are some things that I wish could be better, so let's get started! (Also I will keep this spoiler-free.)

Champions League Recap

Round of 16 and Quarter Final Draw

This year’s UEFA Champions League round of 16 was filled with a dazzling array of football in its finest form. Here are the matches and their scores. I will also be covering the Champions League Quarter final draw that happened on Mar 15, 2024 in Switzerland. Here we go!

GVI Club Gathers Supplies for Firefighters in La Tigra

Since March 18, a wildfire has been moving throughout La Tigra National Park. The Honduran Air Force and firefighters have been working to contain the spread and put out the fires. According to El Heraldo, the amount of damage to what many call “the lungs of the capital” still cannot be determined...and The Global Vision International club here at AST is collecting supplies to support the firefighters...

Ways to Start the New Year Off Strong

A month deep into 2024...finally. I cannot be the only one who feels like it has gone by extremely slowly. This has certainly kind of put me in a life “slump.” When time starts to feel like its taking forever to pass and your life starts feeling “boring,” it is hard to feel like there is anything to look forward to, so, you start falling off track, you miss due dates, and you are not focused on what you said you were the first week of the year...

New Percy Jackson Series on      

Disney+ is a Hit!

In December 2023, a new Percy Jackson series came to Disney+. Since December 20, one new episode has been released each Tuesday... 

The first set of episodes is based on the first book of the series, The Lightning Thief, one of my favorites books, and these new episodes have left everyone excited, including me.

Upcoming AASCA Swimming Competition 

This year, the eagles have again been invited to the AASCA swimming tournament, which is taking place in Guatemala. Here is what a few members from the swim team had to say about representing the school, how they are feeling about these experiences, and what they are looking forward to in competing for a second time in AASCA swimming... 

Love Beyond Frontiers

Love, in its many forms, has been a central theme in human culture for centuries. Among various ways to express of affection, Valentine's Day stands out as a day dedicated to celebrating love, romance, and the cherished bonds that connect individuals. This essay aims to delve into the significance of Valentine's Day, tracing its origin and exploring the diverse ways in which it is celebrated around the world....

Australian Open 2024

The Australian Open has taken place during the 19-29 of January, at Melbourne Park since 1905. It is one of the world’s major tennis championships, the first Grand Slam of the year.  It sets the tone for the entire tennis season, and is an indispensable chance for the hundreds of players currently competing professionally to prove their worth, to prove that their name deserves a place in the history of such an awe-inspiring sport....

AST Eighth-Grader Victoria Mejia 

Publishes a Book on Amazon

Last week, an AST student had a book published on Amazon.com. Victoria Mejia is an eighth grader releasing her first book, titled Stay in Calmness....

A Guide To Handling Stress During

"Semesters" Week

“Semesters”: the week we all dread as high school students.   It comes with a load of stress, work, all-nighters, and no time for oneself. But If you think about it, it's not so bad. In this article, I’d like to share how I, as a sophomore, have learned   to handle stress during “semesters...”

My Experience Photographing Winterfest 

I’d like to share about my fun experience photographing the Winterfest event. While at the event, I thought about what would be most important to include in our newspaper: the stands, the non-profit organizations, the food, etc., and I tried to take photographs of those things. Basically, I was thinking like a reporter. This is a wonderful trick to use when you are taking photos of an event for professional use...

Unwrapping the Origins Behind the Centuries-Old Holiday of Christmas

It's almost the most anticipated moment of the year—when we share gifts, food, and precious moments with our family and friends. That time is Christmas! Here at AST, we have a three-week break from school and our academic responsibilities during which we can spend time with loved ones, enjoy family traditions and indulge in delicious food...

Student Opinions on School Uniforms 

Students at AST have worn uniforms for decades…but do they really like it? The uniform represents AST and its students, and it has looked almost exactly the same for years, but there are many different opinions on the matter: Many students love the uniform for its practicality and simplicity, while others hate it, considering it boring. Some also feel the uniform policy is enforced too harshly and that the rules are too strict, but others think the dress code rules are not strict enough...

Pep Rally & Spirit Week 

AST school spirit has been circulating around this November. As our ASCAA basketball players prepared themselves for their tournament, our students participated in spirit week to cheer them on. Let’s do a recap of the school activities that have been done this month…

Gamer Zone: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Review: It’s weird & wacky, yet wonderful!

Hello fellow gamers, Jacob here, and welcome back to Gamer Zone where we talk about all the latest games and news. Today we will be talking about the newest game in the Mario Bros. franchise Super Mario Bros. Wonder, anyway I'm going to go out of my way to tell you if you should buy this game or not and my opinion... 

Let’s-a-goo! …

Unraveling Truths Behind Thanksgiving

Halloween has come and gone, and we are now anticipating Christmas festivities. But some have forgotten about a holiday that takes place between Halloween and Christmas. It’s a time when we eat mounds of mashed potatoes with gravy, turkey, corn, and many more delicious foods. This holiday is Thanksgiving, a time when we consider the things we are thankful for—that is if you celebrate it. 

Unmasking the Haunted History Of Halloween

As time passes by, September moves away, taking summer with it. The days have become shorter and the nights longer. The weather is also colder, giving us the perfect opportunity to drink hot cocoa with marshmallows…but October isn’t only for longer nights and chilly weather. It’s the time of the year when spookiness takes hold, when ghosts, witches, werewolves, and vampires come out to scare us...

Photography Tips: October Edition

Hello, fellow photographers. In this new edition I will talk about some tips to make your photos the best. It doesn’t matter what device you use, even if you are using an iPhone or a DSLR. My purpose is to help you through your photography journey. Today, we will talk about the basics and a few tips along the way. Let's dive right in! ...

October Reads

When you open a book, you open up to a world where anything and everything can be found. Whether being fiction or nonfiction there is something for everyone. Sometimes, it is hard to find a good book to read. So, to stay within the theme of Halloween, I will be sharing book recommendations for you to try out!

Climate Change's Impact on Us

So as in recent days I believe I can speak for all when I say that it has been so cold! Just less than a week ago we were sending petitions to wear the PE shorts as part of the normal uniform, little did we know we would end up wearing long sleeve shirts under our uniforms and buying sweaters from the school! And although it is normal for Honduras to get a little chilly around this time of year it has never been so sudden and strong…

Best Halloween Costumes

Halloween is when most of us look forward to dressing up in costumes. It is the day we all get to express ourselves trick or treat, and scare others. This year, I must say many of you really outdid yourselves! Although I liked all the costumes, I had my favorites. In this article, I will be writing about what I think were the top 3 best costumes in AST this year...

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual health campaign facilitated by major breast cancer charities worldwide to promote awareness about this illness. Breast Cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world; it happens when cancerous cells mutate and become tumors in the breast. This cancer can affect both males and females, but it mostly affects females from age 50 and older... 

Mitski The Singer with The Words of Gold 

Mitski has created seven albums, and each and every one was made with passion and love. However, I can’t say that every song is happy. Her songs are filled with emotional lyrics with concealed symbolism behind them. She uses the guitar, bass, piano, and many more to add feelings to her words. Sending a powerful message to her listeners. Most of her songs are based on Mitski's own experiences with love, puberty, self-esteem, friendships, and many more. Her music aims to target teenage girls who can relate to them. 

How Summer Can Change You

Have you ever been away from your family for six weeks? Have you had to say goodbye to your cell phone and stay out of touch for almost two months? That’s exactly what happens to those of us who attend summer school or camps away from home...

Writers Guild of America: 

Ongoing Writers and Actors Strike 

Over the past few months, you may have witnessed your most anticipated movie or show release date be delayed or heard of announcements being made of “production coming to a halt..."

Back To School

Welcome back, Eagles! We have officially started the new school year of 2023-2024. After nearly years of virtual school, this is our second year fully present...

Gamer Zone: Is Spider-Man Remastered worth it?

Hello fellow gamers and welcome to the first ever Gamer Zone. Here we will talk about all the coolest and latest games that you guys want me to talk about...