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A group photo of student Islander representatives after the 2023 homecoming pep rally.

“Ekichu” means Unity

J. Molina, Senior Editor May 15, 2025
Pacific Island pride and heritage are bringing vibrant colors to the cornfields of southwest Iowa. Micronesians, or Islanders (a self-attributed term), who originate from the islands in or surrounding the Federated States of Micronesia, are expanding the Atlantic community. In honor of Asian-American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, this story hopes to shine a light on the cultural features of our community’s Islander population.
CCEOC students are served treats for their Halloween party.

On Our Own Time

Riley Hansen, Staff Writer May 13, 2025
Graduation time, in general, is exciting and busy for anyone, but when you attend Atlantic High School and the CCEOC as a  "double student," it can be even busier and more exciting... The Atlantic community's options of locations, teachers, and programs allow students with various needs to find solutions that work for them.
Avery Andersen holding one of this favorite play scripts.

Forever True

Makenna Schroeder, Junior Editor May 9, 2025

The world premiere of "Loyal Son," a dedication to former Atlantic High School graduate Avery Andersen, was performed at the 2025 Patty Hanon concert on April 27. Andersen was a son, friend, college student,...

Makenna Schroeder rocks her shoes in class.

Stepping in Style

Hallie Robinson, Staff Writer May 7, 2025

Shoes are different with the different outfits you wear, depending on whether it's an athletic outfit or a dressed-up outfit, your shoes are likely going to change depending on the occasion. With that...

What Advice Would You Give Yourself Freshman Year?

Alix Nath and Dean Cook May 6, 2025

See what advice our AHS Seniors would give themselves in freshman year in our 1 Question, 25 Answer style video!   Music Used in Video: Orange Sunset by Quincas Moreira from the Youtube Audio...

Trojan Tech Engraving Offer!

Alix Nath and Dean Cook May 1, 2025

This year, the Atlantic High School Trojan Tech team is offering engravings to students and others within the community! Learn about the engraving process and reach out to the team to get an engraving...

Trendy water bottles around AHS.

Sipping in Style

Hallie Robinson, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

Water is very good for you as it keeps you hydrated and fuels your body throughout the day! That is why it is essential to have a water bottle at school. As a teenager, school is somewhere you spend a...

Taking Flight: An Aviation Feature

Alix Nath and Dean Cook April 29, 2025

Hello AHS! Learn about what students love about the Aviation program and fly high with the course! Music in video: Beach Walk by Unicorn Heads from the Youtube Audio Librry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldzFiU2Vg3E

School Resource Officer Ben Sandy stands in front of the AHS commons during lunch.

New ACSD School Resource Officer: Ben Sandy

Alix Nath, Senior Editor April 28, 2025

On Monday, April 7, Officer Ben Sandy was selected to be the Atlantic Community School District’s School Resource Officer (SRO). Before stepping into the SRO role, Sandy has been a police officer for...

Drayce Moore puts on his goggles for Senior Assassin.

APRIL SHOWERS: AHS takes on Senior Assassin and the Ice Bucket Challenge

J. Molina, Senior Editor April 25, 2025
Trends come and go, but many of them return over time. Two familiar water games have hit AHS this spring: Senior Assassin, a live-action water-tag game for the graduating class, and USC’s Speak Your Mind ice bucket challenge. Students within the high school and across the nation are joining together to make a splash this April.
Gracie DeArment and Jaydin Nowatzke show off their Earrings!

Stacked Up

Hallie Robinson, Staff Writer April 16, 2025

Wearing earrings has been popular since the late 1500s, around the English Renaissance. Earring styles have also evolved a lot since then, and there are many different types. Some styles and types of earrings...

Outside the iJAG room.

Career Readiness with Dawn Walton

J. Molina, Co-Lead Editor April 11, 2025
iJAG Education Specialist Dawn Walton uses her expertise to answer several common questions about career readiness and how to grow career confidence as a high school student.
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