The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
Grace Allen

Grace Allen, News Editor

Grace Allen is a senior at Xavier. Grace is currently Vice President on Executive Board. Outside of Xavier, she volunteers as President of the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Teen Board. She is looking forward to learning all about journalism this semester!

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Grace Allen, News Editor
May 5, 2023

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Grace Allen, News Editor
May 5, 2023
Senior National Merit Scholars stand together after being recognised at the awards assembly on Friday. Beforehand, seniors rode through the busy streets towards Xavier on bikes, a unique senior tradition.

Annie Dawson and fellow outstanding seniors recognized at awards assembly

Grace Allen, News Editor
May 5, 2023
The AI chatbot, ChatGPT, has gained infamy for the software’s ability to write essays in a matter of seconds. While the chatbot can be used as a helpful tool, there are concerns students will not utilize the software with integrity.

Artificial Intelligence: How a chatbot can change the future of education

Grace Allen, News Editor
April 28, 2023

“The Spring Sports Rally, better known as the senior class’ last rally, is my favorite tradition as a senior at Xavier. It is amazing to see the admiration and love the younger classes have for the seniors. I can’t imagine any class of 2023 senior would forget winning our last rally. It was really special. “

- Grace Allen
April 19, 2023
Xavier senior Victoria “Tori” Olguin attends the Phoenix Raceway United Rentals Work United 500 as a member of the media. Olguin interviewed NASCAR personalities and uploaded media content onto her self-produced YouTube channel “Talkin’ Racing With T-Bone.”

Student turned reporter: Victoria Olguin races into NASCAR Championship Weekend

Grace Allen, News Editor
March 21, 2023
One of the many historical statues visited by the Xavier D.C. trip is the Lincoln Memorial. The history behind the Lincoln Memorial is studied by high school students across the country.

Xavier takes on Washington, DC

Rachel Shprecher and Grace Allen
February 24, 2023
Xavier students enjoy the picturesque scenery as the sun sets over Disney’s Pixar Pier, wrapping up the 2022 Xavier Disney Trip. Xavier students will miss this opportunity despite attempts to continue the trip in 2023.

Annual Disney trip cancelled: Here’s what happened

Grace Allen, News Editor
February 9, 2023
Student Ambassadors prepare the quiet Xavier campus for future Gators and their parents. Founded in 1943, Xavier has planted generations of outstanding alumnae, many of whom bring their daughters to Open House.

Taking back Xavier’s campus: Alumnae at Open House

Grace Allen, Staff Writer
November 10, 2022
The Xavier honor choir stands still in preparation for its performance of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” as close friends and family of Sister Joan Fitzgerald gather together to enjoy. A ‘thank you’ card signed by the entire student body hangs above the choir.

Xavier celebrates 60 years of Sister Joan

Grace Allen, Staff Writer
November 3, 2022
As the Brophy campus fills with eager students, senior Katie Carlson decks out senior Kate Tax in red paint at the first tailgate of the year. Students prepare to storm the stands of the Central High School football field for front row views.

Friday Night Lights: What’s the appeal?

Grace Allen, Staff Writer
October 6, 2022
Xavier alumnae and family snap pictures of Ali the Alligator and Spiritline cheerleaders before attending the annual X-Breakfast on the Xavier campus. Guests gathered to support the Xavier Fund with the goal of helping students receive financial aid.

Xavier community supports the annual X-Breakfast

Grace Allen, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
Junior stuco shows green pride at the Lights Out Rally 2022. The Lights Out Rally was on 8th grade day.

[Photo] Student Council Elections

Kali Riddell, Multimedia Editor
February 10, 2022
On the second day of rehearsals, Gators and Broncos do a first read-through of the play. Finalized roles were just distributed.

[Photo] Xavier starts preparations for spring play

Nina Rawal, Club Writer
January 27, 2021
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