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A Flawed Sense of Security - OPINION

A Flawed Sense of Security – OPINION

Integra Christensen, Editorial Cartoonist October 10, 2025

An estimated 600 citizens are killed annually at the hands of law enforcement; a position esteemed for the rights they swore to protect. The order they promised to keep. And yet, many citizens report feeling...

Ban Wave - OPINION

Ban Wave – OPINION

Integra Christensen, Editorial Cartoonist October 6, 2025

It started with books. Works deemed "unsuitable for children" may contain mentions of race and racism, people of color, LGBTQ+ representation, and/or explicit content. As such, the US government has increased...

From Feathered Heroes to Flying Rats - OPINION

From Feathered Heroes to Flying Rats – OPINION

Integra Christensen, Editorial Cartoonist September 26, 2025

When radios and telephone lines failed, the couriers of the sky swooped in to transport vital messages across air, land, and sea. These feathered messengers are known as "carrier pigeons." A handful of...

Mysterious Mess - Opinion

Mysterious Mess – Opinion

Integra Christensen, Editorial Cartoonist September 19, 2025

Despite its dissolvability, toilet paper vandalism is not a pleasant sight. The lingering residue paints us in a negative light. Work together to keep trash off our campus, not contribute to it.

Director of Education McKenzie Snow Visits AHS

Director of Education McKenzie Snow Visits AHS

Jacquelyn Freund, Staff Writer September 16, 2025

On Wednesday, Sept 3, McKenzie Snow, the director of the Iowa Department of Education, paid a visit to Atlantic to discuss the amazing career readiness opportunities we have here in Atlantic. Snow, accompanied...

The Neurodivergent umbrella contains many different divergences, including OCD, ADHD, ASD, and many more.

How Well Does the School Support Neurodivergency? (OPINION)

Jordan McCool, Staff Writer September 15, 2025

According to the Iowa Department of Education, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 declares that schools “sets minimum standards for providing related services and aids to students with disabilities...

Every month, every quarter. Students attempt to absorb information while they're told to recall it. Knowledge they’ve just learned, coughed up for none to see. Not even themselves. And often, we ask ourselves, what is the point? Is it testing for the sake of testing? It’s draining.

Spill My Brains – OPINION

Integra Christensen, Editorial Cartoonist September 10, 2025

 

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...

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