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The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Student News for Horizon Honors Secondary School

The Horizon Sun

Amelia McCrory

Amelia McCrory, Columnist

Amelia McCrory is in eighth grade this year, attending Horizon Honors Secondary School. She is beginning her first year in Journalism as a columnist for The Horizon Sun. McCrory is thrilled to have the opportunity to write articles for The Horizon Sun, due to writing being one of her passions. McCrory has gone to Horizon Honors since first grade, making it her eighth year.  Her favorite subjects in school are English, Citizenship/Civic Engagement, and Guitar. McCrory enjoys English and Citizen/Civic Engagement, because she loves expressing herself through writing. She has begun learning guitar this school year for the first time in Guitar 1-2, offered as an elective at Horizon Honors. Outside of school, McCrory loves playing basketball and participating in Horizon Honor’s Theatre arts program. McCrory plays basketball for AZ Fire Basketball Club with other girls her age. At home, McCrory loves spending time with her parents, two younger brothers, and two goldendoodles. In her free time, she loves to braid and style hair on relatives and friends for her hair-themed Instagram account. She also has hopes of attending Medical School to someday become an anesthesiologist. McCrory is delighted to have the chance to write as a columnist for The Horizon Sun

All content by Amelia McCrory
Your alarm has a lot of impact on the rest of your day.

How Morning Alarms Affect Your Mood

In the morning when we wake up by an alarm, we feel an extra amount of anxiety, but why is this?
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
June 9, 2021
A sample charcuterie board.

Charcuterie Board Basics

Charcuterie boards can be the perfect compliment before serving a meal. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, these boards will please all guests.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
April 9, 2021
Modern Google Doodles.

What is a Google Doodle?

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
March 19, 2021
The finished product

Viral Baked Feta Pasta

As it circles the internet, many have come to discover this recipe of feta baked pasta. This recipe only adds a few minutes to your usual pasta recipe, but will make a world of a difference.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
February 16, 2021
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Gmail Organization Tutorial

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
February 2, 2021
The January box- fresh start.

Bountiful BoxyCharm

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
January 25, 2021
A chart providing the range of recommended water consumption per day.

Overviewing Ounces

Based on professional suggestions, many need to be consuming a greater amount of water than they are currently.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
January 14, 2021
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Thankful When In a Tangle

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
December 4, 2020
Wreaths have become a staple decoration of the Christmas season.

Writing Wreath History

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
December 19, 2020
The finished product

A Functional Frosting Formula

When making gingerbread houses during this holiday season, it is always important to have an additional frosting supply. If using a premade package, the frosting tends to need some assistance or a whole new batch is required. Try this simple icing recipe to elevate your next gingerbread creation.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
December 11, 2020
Blue light has many unfortunate side effects, but is still very necessary to modern life.

Beaming Blue Light

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
December 11, 2020
A diagram of the traditional zodiac symbols.

Dating Back to Zodiacs

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
November 18, 2020
The finished product

Leftover Halloween Candy Cookie Bar

Following Halloween, many families are loaded with many individual packets of candy. One way to put the treats to use is this wonderful cookie dessert! 
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
November 12, 2020
A typewriter utilizing the QWERTY keyboard.

The Quirky QWERTY

Amelia McCrory, Columnist
November 9, 2020
A primitive version of the now-classic jack o' lantern.

The Evolution of the Jack O’ Lantern

Carving jack-o-lanterns is one of the most celebratory ways to get into the Halloween spirit, but where did this tradition originate from?
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
October 30, 2020
Two healthcare workers registering patients in New York.

Components of Contracting COVID-19

Due to the overwhelming amount of positive test results, many notable organizations are investigating the factors that play a role in the likelihood of contracting COVID-19.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
October 28, 2020
Columbus Day remains a questionable holiday, and many have supported an Indigenous People's Day replacing it.

Has Columbus Died Again?

As Columbus Day is celebrated, some citizens continue to prefer the modern holiday, Indigenous People’s Day.
Amelia McCrory, Columnist
October 18, 2020
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