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The student news site of Atlantic High School

AHSneedle

The student news site of Atlantic High School

AHSneedle

Sophomores Kylie Pulido, Cater Pellett, Reece DeArment, Charolette Saluk, and Micaiah Anderson sit around a fake fireplace while a Christmas tree twinkles in the background.  Pulido and Anderson played Jesters for the Madrigal.

The Madrigal Dinner in Photos

Ariel Clark, Editor December 18, 2020

The seniors from last years madrigal sit at the head table for the Middle-ages themed dinner and performance. There will be a few changes to the holiday concert this year to accommodate to COVID guidelines.

Mask Up, Madrigal

Taliya James, Editor December 2, 2020

The madrigal dinner, hosted by choir director Ethan Pruisman, will take place December 12 and 13, 2020. The dinner is in place with a traditional holiday concert. “It allows a different type of music-making...

Seniors Molly McFadden, Camryn Church, Genevieve Martinez, and Colten Tasto converse in preparation for the two hour practice that occurred afterwards. Each has a leading role in the musical.

Peek Behind the Curtain

Chaylei Cary, Videographer November 30, 2020

The AHS production "The Addams Family Musical" entertained a small masked and distanced audience last weekend. More viewers watched via a live-stream link. While many talented students took the stage,...

Lex Somers celebrates acceptance into the all-state band during his sophomore year. All four years of high school, Somers auditioned and earned a spot in the band.

An All-Star All-Stater

Da'Jai Wesson, Editor November 5, 2020

Senior Lex Somers picked up his tuba and auditioned for All-State this fall for the last time, earning a spot for the fourth year. From freshman to senior year, Somers has auditioned as a tuba player with...

Many dancers mask up to take on this year’s unique tasks.

Dancing During a Pandemic

Dakota Oswalt, Staff Writer October 6, 2020

Dance studios in Atlantic have been preparing for reopening during a pandemic these past few weeks. Both studios have new rules and regulations to work around COVID-19, so that they can remain open. Freshman...

Band Director Jarrod O’Donnell has a picture of the last band and choir trip hanging in his classroom. In June of 2016, the students went to New York City, New York.

Redevelopment of the Band and Choir Trip

Eleanor McCalla, Staff Writer September 28, 2020

On March 12, Disney World announced that it would be closing due to an outbreak of coronavirus, and the music trip to Florida was consequently canceled. Sophomore Nina Welter was at dress rehearsal for...

The trumpets play along with the Trojan Guard during the Trojans game against Harlan last year. This year the Trojan Guard has 20 senior members.

New Season, New Field, New Music

Molly McFadden, Editor September 14, 2020

The Trojan Guard is preparing to take the field Sept. 18 at the first home game. This game is set to take place in the newly renovated Trojan Bowl and will be one of two that Atlantic hosts this season. On...

The cast list was hung on the choir room door. The list includes all named characters as well as chorus member who will portray the Addams Ancestors.

“Addams Family” Cast List Goes Up

Molly McFadden, Editor September 10, 2020

As the year approaches fall, the AHS musical, “Addams Family,” is in full swing. The cast list dropped on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 10. Playing Wednesday Addams will be senior Olivia Engler...

The cast of last years spring musical Little Shop of Horrors, celebrates the end of their performance. This year, the musical will be held during the fall.

“Addams Family” Announced as Fall Musical

Dani Mathisen, Editor September 4, 2020

Among the many changes that come with a new school year and COVID-19, Atlantic High School’s Spring Musical has now changed to the Fall Musical. This year the theater department will be producing the...

Seymour Krelborn--portrayed by senior Bradley Dennis--looks in shock at the dentist--played by senior Clayton Jipsen. This is both boys fourth musical production at the high school.

Look Out, Here Comes “Little Shop of Horrors”

Camryn Church, Editor March 11, 2020

“Little Shop of Horrors” cast members will be performing this weekend in the AHS auditorium. There are three shows audience members can watch. The Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m., and...

A group of freshmen work together during Drama class. Speech coach Alex Bales teaches the course.

Speech Kids are State Bound

Hana Holtz, Editor March 10, 2020

Twenty-one events will be back in action on Saturday, March 14 at the individual IHSSA State speech contest. As a member of the Southwest District, Atlantic will head to Abraham Lincoln High School in...

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