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In one of the spanish classrooms, there are flags from different spanish-speaking countries. Spanish is the only foreign language class taught at AHS.

The Need for More Language Classes — OPINION

Katie Birge, Staff Writer November 16, 2020

I have always wanted to learn french, but the Atlantic High School only offers one foreign language class. This has got me thinking, why? Why don’t some schools give kids the opportunity to learn multiple...

100-Word Rants: 2020

100-Word Rants: 2020

November 13, 2020

Everyone has an opinion. Can you express yours in exactly 100 words? Send your rant to [email protected]. If we select it for publication, get your shades out!

Feminism is the the belief that there should be equality between men and women socially, economically, and politically.

Feminism and the Power of Education — OPINION

Taliya James, Editor November 13, 2020

The world right now is full of controversy, and one of the main controversies I keep seeing regards women’s rights. This sparks a lot of feminists attention. Feminism is defined as the advocacy to women’s...

The ACSD board implemented a 30-day mask mandate. Students were encouraged to wear masks during the school day before the mandate, but it was not required.

Opposition to the Mask Mandate — OPINION

Zane Berg, Staff Writer November 10, 2020

The Atlantic Community District School Board issued a mask mandate on October 22, 2020, as I am sure you are all aware. Here’s why I think this is wrong.  People would agree that cloth masks do not...

Many people use the bathrooms in AHS each day. Have you ever considered which one you relate to the most?

Which AHS Restroom are You?

Camryn Church and Molly McFadden November 10, 2020

Have you ever wondered which AHS bathroom best matches your personality? Neither have we, but now everyone has the opportunity to find out. The bathrooms in this story are scattered across the school and...

These records, among others, can be heard throughout my house during the holiday season. The vinyls are often displayed around my room to add to the Christmas vibes.

You Should Put Up Your Christmas Tree Immediately — OPINION

Molly McFadden, Editor November 4, 2020

Picture this: it’s brisk outside, but you’re inside next to the fireplace covered in a nice, warm flannel blanket. The air smells of cookies and the mug in your hand is full of rich hot chocolate....

Recently released horror game Phasmophobia gives players notebooks and a variety of tools to try and figure out which type of ghost haunts each establishment while also trying to stay alive.

A Phastastic Game — Review

Ariel Clark, Editor November 2, 2020

Shade, Oni, Phantom, Banshee, Wraith, Jinn, Revenant, Mare, Demon, Yurei, Poltergeist, or a common Spirit. Which one will you deal with today? Phasmophobia is a game that immerses its players into the...

Spooky season is among us, and many are taking this time to partake in fun activities, like watching Halloween themed movies.

Top Ten Spooky Season Activities

Camryn Church, Editor October 13, 2020

Fall is upon us, and many are planning or making plans to do fun activities to celebrate. Here are the top ten spooky season activities you don't want to miss out on this fall. 

Standing in front of a full classroom can severely intimidate some students, leading to people skipping class on the days they know a presentation is due. The silence can cause one to internally panic and worry about forgetting or messing up the presentation.

Speaking Out Against Public Speaking — OPINION

Ariel Clark, Editor October 8, 2020

Eyes, boring into the soul as if trying to decipher the meaning behind every word and syllable that spills from lips. Hands, shaking in anticipation and fear, desperate to fidget with something that doesn’t...

“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” came out in 2018, and its predecessor “Mamma Mia!,” came out in 2008. The original cast returned for the second film.

“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again is a Flop — OPINION

Camryn Church, Editor September 14, 2020

We all know, and many love, “Mamma Mia!” Not only the musical, but the movie as well. We waited 10 years for “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.” Some were thrilled, and others skeptical of the film....

Political signs can be found scattered across the nations yards as the country approaches the presidential election. Freshman Cater Bengel said that he and his friends, “argue [about politics] all the time, but it’s fun and we’re still friends the next day.”

Having Different Political Opinions Than Your Parents — OPINION

Camryn Church, Editor September 10, 2020

Like many students at the high school, I have recently been getting more into politics, especially with the upcoming election. And like some students, I have different opinions about politics than my parents....

As of Sept 8, 2020, SMITE has a total of 109 gods with even more still yet to be added. It was released in 2014 and is one of the dominant games produced by Hi-Rez Studios, along with “Paladins.”

SMITE-ing the Competition — Review

Ariel Clark, Editor September 9, 2020

SMITE is a third-person MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) made by Hi-Rez Studios. It’s free for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. SMITE consists of over 100 gods from various Pantheons...

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