Allison Smith

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff

Allison Smith is a senior at ACHS. This is her first year on the Tom Tom staff. Allison loves running and is a captain on the cross country team at ACHS. Outside of school, she works at the Rec Plex as a swim instructor and loves working with the kids. As a new member of the staff, she is most excited about being a part of the Tom Tom family.

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Asher Novel No Longer Summer Read

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
May 12, 2017

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Spring Trends: Off-The-Shoulder

A variety of new trends are emerging this season, including off-the-shoulder shirts.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
April 25, 2017

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Food Trends From Easter 2017

This Easter, there were a number of different food trends, ranging from traditional dishes to unique new recipes.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
April 18, 2017

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San Bernardino Shooting Kills Three, Injures One

On April 10, a murder-suicide at North Park Elementary School in San Bernardino, California killed three and injured one.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
April 11, 2017

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St. Petersburg Explosion Kills 11, Injures Dozens

Russia faces an unexpected threat after explosives blew up public transit areas in St. petersburg on Monday, April 3.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
April 5, 2017

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Second City Steals the Show

This year for Writer’s Week, Second City returned to perform for their third year in a row.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
April 3, 2017

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Tom Tom Tries: Eating Odd Food

See what happens when our staff members take a turn at tasting some Twisted Cuisine.

Lauryn Hugener and Allison Smith
March 17, 2017

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Ed Sheeran’s New Album “Divide” Draws Attention

Ed Sheeran released his new album, "Divide," which immediately captured the hearts of fans all over the world.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
March 14, 2017

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A Guide to the Perfect Watch

With the latest advancements in technology, there has been a swarm of new technological trends in watches. From smartwatches that have games on them to pulse and step tracking watches, finding the right watch is important. Here is a guide to help pick out the perfect watch.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
March 8, 2017

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Saving Elephants One Shirt at a Time

The popular clothing brand Ivory Ella has raised over one million dollars for the non-profit organization Save the Elephants.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
March 3, 2017

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The Scrunchie Comeback

The popular hair tie from the ‘80s is making the comeback of a lifetime.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 28, 2017

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Everything To Know About Animal Crackers

Animal crackers have been around for as long as Americans can remember, but many do not know about the history of the cracker-- or the cookie for that matter.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 26, 2017

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Road Trip Food Hacks

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 22, 2017

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[Photo] 10 Things You Need to Know for Monday, February 20

Rachel Beckman, News Editor
February 21, 2017

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What It Feels Like To Go To Band Camp

By Marissa Milone // As Told to Allison Smith

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 21, 2017

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National Honor Society Makes Global Impact

The ACHS National Honor Society served as a group at Feed My Starving Children, an organization aiming to help impoverished countries.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 17, 2017

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[Photo] How Lollipops Are Made

Emily Hanes, Social Media Director
February 11, 2017

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Super Bowl Appetizers

Almost as important to the football on Super Bowl Sunday is the food. Here are a few ideas to satisfy any craving.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 5, 2017

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The Search for New John Mayer Music is Finally Over

John Mayer released his first four songs from his album “The Search for Everything” on Jan. 20.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
February 1, 2017

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Highlights of the District of Columbia, In The Eyes of a Sequoit

Last week, 42 students and six teachers traveled to Washington for the inauguration. Along with the ceremony, they were able to visit the famous monuments and museums in the area.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
January 27, 2017

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Winter Fashion Trends

With winter in full swing, new trends for the cold and snowy weather are rising.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
January 11, 2017

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I Wasn’t Born Yesterday

1. I’m not dumb or stupid. 2. I have the ability to think and reason.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
December 13, 2016

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ICYMI: Helping the Hurricane

Over a week in October, AP Spanish students put their fundraising skills to the test, raising over $750 for the victims of Hurricane Matthew.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
December 13, 2016

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Trending Sites: Redbubble

Over the past few months, Redbubble, a website carrying a number of unique items has been a rising trend.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
November 29, 2016

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Rising Music: Glass Animals

Glass Animals, an alternative band from Oxford, has been rising on the charts not only in the UK, but in the US as well.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
November 11, 2016

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Fall Trends: Booties

Out with the old, and in with the new. Uggs are saying goodbye, while the new trend, booties, are saying hello.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
November 8, 2016

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Review: Cacao Sweets and Treats

A recent trend is to take a trip to the local cake and sweets shop in downtown Grayslake named Cacao.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
October 27, 2016

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The Magnificent Mags

Over the past week, Nike announced an opportunity to win their newest pair of Nike Mag shoes, grabbing the attention of sneakerheads from all corners of the globe.

Allison Smith, Tom Tom Staff
October 20, 2016

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