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The Tower

The student-run news source and voice for the JAHS community since 1940.

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Academic Eagles go to State!
Alexa Steffen, Reporter • March 25, 2025

Although Adams is not known for their impressive sports records, we still have a few teams that have done very well this year: the academic teams. Both Quiz Bowl and four Mock Trial teams went to state recently with the Science Olympiad trailing behind them and going to state in April. Congratulations to the students that worked hard to get there. Here is a quick breakdown of how each team did. The John Adams Quizbowl team went all the way to the championship round after fierce competition with...

John Adams Robotics
John Adams Robotics
Sydney Barnette, Writer • March 11, 2025
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Senior Spotlight: Abby Jackson
Isabella Catanzarite, Editor • March 11, 2025

The class of 2025 is nearing graduation! So, all the more reason to tell you about our amazing seniors! But I'm focusing on one senior in particular: Abigail Jackson.   Abby Jackson is a current JAHS senior who has been making waves in her academics, sports, and school community for the past four years. Before coming to John Adams, Abby attended John Young Middle School, in Mishawaka. Then, she set off on her high school career.   From a young age, Abby has been a very athletic...

Senior Spotlight: Claire Brenner
Senior Spotlight: Claire Brenner
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • February 11, 2025
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Senior Spotlight: Kalen Allen
Ari Subia, Reporter • February 5, 2025
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My Top Spring Artists
My Top Spring Artists
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • March 25, 2025

As spring approaches, it’s vital to ensure you have an armada of music at hand. As someone who avidly searches for songs that compliment the time of year, discovering new artists is a fundamental part of each season. This spring, I’ve already pulled out some of my tried and true musicians; while I’m sure I’ll unearth ones unknown to me as the season goes on, these top three have never failed me!   #1: Nick Drake Nick Drake was an accomplished guitarist and undiscovered musician...

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The Last of Us: Redefining “Zombie”
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • March 13, 2025
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The Effects of the Starbucks Boycott
Caleigh Satterfield, Reporter • March 25, 2025

It is not a secret that many individuals have been boycotting Starbucks for some time now. The company’s controversial treatment of employees...

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The Last of Us: Redefining “Zombie”
Riley McCoy, Creative Director • March 13, 2025
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JAHS Girl’s Tennis Season 2025
Isabella Catanzarite, Editor • March 25, 2025
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ND Season Recap
Isabella Catanzarite, Editor • February 11, 2025
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