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AHSneedle

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AHSneedle

2025 Winter Formal Queen candidates were Addie Freund, Claire Schroder, Lauren Comes, Lily Johnson, Maddy Anderson, and Makenna Schroeder. FFA members voted for the queen and students were excited for Lily Johnson when she won this year. 

AHS Winter Formal

Riley Hansen, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

Winter Formal is one of four school dances many students look forward to. They love the chance to dress up, see friends, and make memories. When getting ready, people get their nails, hair, and outfits...

Public Statement Regarding "Proposed Phone Policy"

Public Statement Regarding “Proposed Phone Policy”

AHS Needle Lead Editors February 14, 2025

On February 11, AHS Needle published an article detailing the implementation of Policy 503.09: Student use of Personal Electronic Devices titled “Proposed Phone Policy.” The information in the article...

Eye of the Needle

J. Molina, EON Producer February 10, 2025

Welcome back, AHS! A new policy to further restrict phones may come into our district soon, and our students are here to give you the facts. Look out for our Valentines Special this Friday!

President Laura McLean introduces the proposed phone policy to journalism students. McLean was open to an interview followed by a round table discussion with AHS Journalism editors. Students were able to address concerns and opinions about the new policy.

Proposed Cell Phone Policy

Makenna Schroeder, Junior Editor February 10, 2025
School Board President Laura McLean, at the Jan. 8 meeting, asked teachers and parents to let her know their thoughts on the new policy. AHS Journalism editors invited McLean to explain the policy change.
A student and teacher discuss the allowance of phones in school. Comic by Molly Harris.

If The Phone Ban Got Stricter

Molly Harris, Editorial Cartoonist February 4, 2025

Eye of the Needle

J. Molina, EON Producer February 3, 2025

Welcome back, AHS! Two exciting things are happening this weekend: the annual Winter Formal dance, which we teach you the proper behavior for, and Super Bowl LIX, where we show the most common types...

Eye of the Needle

J. Molina, EON Producer January 20, 2025
Welcome back, AHS! Today, see how TikTok has affected people and how they'll move on as we say our final goodbyes...
From Cart to Closet

From Cart to Closet

Olivia Jensen, Junior Editor January 16, 2025
In our generation shopping has become so accessible to everyone and people buy some useless stuff or things they just don't need.  With social media influencers trying to get you to buy things and online shopping, compulsive shopping has gone through the roof. In a survey sent out to AHS students and staff over 50% said they are compulsive shoppers. Most people shop online because of the convenience, you find stuff you like, add it to your cart, hit purchase, then wait a couple of days and it will show up right on your doorstep. I there a chance that you are one of the many that has a shopping addiction?
First Semester in Stills

First Semester in Stills

Anna Potts, Lead Editor January 15, 2025
First semester included Rock-Paper-Scissor Tournaments, College Fair, Homecoming, NHS Blood Drive, Veteran's Day Assembly, Academic Assembly, Desi Payne Speaker, and Christmas Dress Days.

Eye of the Needle

J. Molina, EON Producer January 13, 2025

Welcome back, AHS! The new year calls for a new 'Needle, and there's plenty to be excited about! Like athlete trivia... and identity theft!

Olivia Jensen holds the sentimental jewelry of the 3rd period journalism class.

More Than Just a Sparkle

Mahala Kemp, Staff Writer December 18, 2024
Jewelry has always been more than just a decorative accessory. For many, it holds the weight of memories, traditions, and milestones. Jewelry can symbolize many things, such as love, memory, personal identity, religion, friendship, and much more... Every piece has an impact.
New English Teacher Alexandra Griffin-Uren works with students in class. This is Griffin-Uren's first year teaching at Atlantic High School.

New Teacher: Alexandra Griffin-Uren

Bailey Grieshaber, Staff Writer December 18, 2024

Alexandra Griffren-Uren is a new teacher at Atlantic High School and the newest addition to the English department. She teaches English three, Career Communications, and Visual Literacy. Griffin-Uren said...

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