Apache Junction High School celebrates unprecedented success in 2024 yearbook contests
Posted 5/24/24
For the first time in Apache Junction High School’s history, 11 students have been recognized in the Journalism Education Association’s National Student Media Contest, earning a total of …
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Apache Junction High School celebrates unprecedented success in 2024 yearbook contests
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In the front row are Abby Henschel, Marlene Gonzalez Estrada, Alyssa Cruz, Clyde Trujillo, Jacee Baxter. In the back row are Janet Lanphear, Emma Almeida, Malaya Mansell, Stacy Ventura Guerrero, Presley Tosko, Molly Diaz, Candice Bates, Aalyah Parris, Jaycob Nored.
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For the first time in Apache Junction High School’s history, 11 students have been recognized in the Journalism Education Association’s National Student Media Contest, earning a total of eight superior ratings, a distinction given to no more than 10% of the entries.
In addition to individual successes, the 2024 yearbooks from both Cactus Canyon Junior High and Apache Junction High School in the Apache Junction Unified School District have been honored by being named to the prestigious Walsworth Gallery of Excellence. This recognition reflects the remarkable effort and talent of students and staff, according to a release.
Honorees and awards
Those who won honorable mention are:
News/Academic Photo: Haylee Smith
Sports Action/Reaction Photo: Candice Bates
Student Life Photo: Candice Bates
Traditional Spread Design: Stacy Ventura Guerrero
Those who won “Excellent” are:
News/Academic Photo: Malaya Mansell
Sports Action/Reaction: Jaycob Nored
Feature Photo: Emma Almeida
Traditional Spread Design: Presley Tosko
Sports Writing: Presley Tosko
Yearbook Writing: Aalyah Parris
Those who won “Superior” are:
News/Academic Photo: Clyde Trujillo
News/Academic Photo: Presley Tosko
Sports Action/Reaction: Janet Lanphear
Sports Writing: Candace Bates
Yearbook Writing: Emma Almeida
Chronological Spread: Molly Diaz
Chronological Spread: Candice Bates
“I couldn’t be prouder of our students for their incredible achievements,” AJHS Principal Lisa Ginn said in the release. “Seeing their hard work and creativity recognized on a national level is truly rewarding. They’ve put in countless hours, and it’s fantastic to see their efforts pay off in such a big way,” she said.
“This level of accomplishment showcases the dedication of our students and the support from our teachers and community. It’s wonderful to see such excellence being nurtured in our schools and rewarded by renowned organizations,” AJUSD Superintendent Dr. Robert Pappalardo said in the release,
