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Theogony

Sheikh Younhs attended ACHS’ 11th annual Iftar Event Friday, March 14. / Graphic by Arafat Somith and Rozalia Finkelstein for Theogony

Ramadan Mubarak, Titans!

Arafat Somith, Staff Writer March 26, 2025

Medrano poses with Coach Chris Marshall and David Paladin, after reaching 100 wins. / Photo courtesy of Gabriel Elias

Naria Medrano: First Female Wrestler to reach 100 Wins

Liam Brown, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

Senior Naria Medrano has made Alexandria City High School history, becoming the first female wrestler to reach 100 wins. On February 8,2025, Medrano reached the milestone after pinning her opponent in...

SlimeGetEm takes a photo on junior Bruke Wonite's phone at a recent concert. / Image courtesy of Bruke Wonite

DMV Rappers Don’t Play: A Review of ‘GetEm’ by SlimeGetEm

Max Carpenter, Satire Editor March 6, 2025

SlimeGetEm (a.k.a. Slime Hundo) is a DMV "underground" rapper who began his music career in early 2023 and attained well-deserved recognition in the scene throughout 2024. His unfiltered, raw energy is...

Senior Shulamite Yawson performs a Ghanaian dance at ACHS’ annual Black History Month showcase.

Black History Showcase Celebrates Students

Rozalia Finkelstein, Editor March 5, 2025

On February 25th, Alexandria City High School hosted its 15th annual Black History Month showcase. Students performed dances, songs and spoken-word pieces. The performance occurred in the auditorium at...

Al Ward is Theogony's third featured artist.

‘People Hate what Breaks the Mold’: A Spotlight on Al Ward

Rozalia Finkelstein, Editor March 5, 2025

Junior Al Ward is a dreamer. From superhero comics to fine art, passion and creativity shines through his work. This month, he's Theogony's third featured artist.  Q: What art classes at ACHS do you...

Alexandria City High School's choir held its annual Pyramid Concert, hosting choirs from Francis C. Hammond and George Washington middle schools. From Left: Gaia Sidahmed, Amelia Parks, Dairyenne Briggs, Isabel Hurd, Aden Nettles, Anna McMahon, Luis Saravia-Ulloa, Audrey Abbam, Lillian Scharnweber.

Photos: Choir Pyramid Concert

Julia Gwin, Editor February 28, 2025

  Alexandria City High School hosted the annual district "Pyramid Concert" on Feb. 26, featuring choirs from ACHS and Francis C. Hammond and George Washington middle schools. The Hammond...

A reflective discussion titled “Through My Eyes” occurred on January 30th.

Through My Eyes: An Emphasis on Memories

Isabel Shultz, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

After participating in a reflective discussion titled “Through My Eyes” on January 30, two sophomore classes in attendance gathered insightful new perspectives. Located at Goodwin House, a senior living...

Awarded students and administrators gather with their certificates at the conclusion of the ceremony.


From top left: Jessica Gilbert, Pierrette Finney, Zachary Roberts, Corbin Winters, Seamus White, Daniel Organek, Jack Sutherland, Genevieve Watkins, Noah Sternberg, Gabriel Porras, Zeinab Yassin, Ikra Hussein, Zachary Baker-Heil, Melanie Kay-Wyatt, Alexander Duncan
Bottom from left: Pablo Cruz Rivera, Harlow Babic, Skye Witmer, Rayyan Rami, Fatima Ali, Careen Masele, Melkite Dawit

Annual Scholarship Ceremony Highlights Student Achievements

Casey Donahue, Editor-in-Chief February 19, 2025

On Monday, Dec. 2, students were recognized with a ceremony for their efforts in qualifying for scholarships and awards. The event celebrated students whose scores lie within the 96th percentile...

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AC Club Offerings: Find Your Titan Tribe

Arafat Somith, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Monday Academy of Finance (AOF) - Beth Derogatis - [email protected] - The Academy of Finance (AOF) is part of the National Academy Foundation (NAF) offering professional training to students...

Veronica Jackson conducting the ACHS orchestra. / Photo provided by Veronica Jackson

Inspiring Students From The Conductor’s Stand

Pablo Cruz Rivera, Editor February 10, 2025

Veronica Jackson, Alexandria City High School’s orchestra conductor, is known among her students for her passion, talent and welcoming classroom. When walking into the orchestra room, students from different...

Vahin Middough (Senior) flying over the bar. / Image Courtesy of the ACHS Track Boosters Facebook Page

Setting The Bar High

Imani Sanders, Staff Writer January 22, 2025

Senior Vahin Middough is well into his journey of success in high jump. Although he started during his junior year, he’s excelling in his second season. Coach Teresa Henderson suggested Middough...

JROTC crowned this year's Royal Court during the event. Winners (from 3rd left to 3rd right): London Gomez (11th), Josue Delgado (11th), Nathania My-Love (10th), Stephen Nyamebekyere (10th), Lameis Abdelgawad (12th), Jefferson Alvarez (12th), Audrey Abbam (9th), Dennis Vasquez (9th) being celebrated alongside Command Sergeant Major William Jordan (left), Sergeant First Class Felisa Holden (2nd to left), and Colonel Reginald Geary (right).

Photos: Annual JROTC Ball

Pablo Cruz Rivera, Editor December 19, 2024

All photos by Pablo Cruz Rivera for Theogony

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