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Coach Dan Vargason strategizes with his team during the Pink Out game. The girls pink jerseys were made specifically for this game.

Coaches vs. Cancer

Alyssa Neal, Editor January 30, 2023

Every year the Pink-Out basketball games get closer and closer, and the students of AHS begin to see things like basketball stickers on the wall, and decorations in the gym. But what is Pink-Out? Who is...

AHS Student Council members attend the Iowa Association of Student Council conference.

Student Council: The Innovators of AHS

Emma Winford, Staff Writer January 27, 2023

Student Council is a school organization where a group of students is passionate about changing the school-wide dynamic. According to IASC, the student council is a “student leadership organization that...

Phone pockets can now be seen in every teachers classroom with the implementation of the new phone policy. They were designed to hold students cell phones during the duration of the class period, as to not distract them.

Is the New Phone Policy Necessary?

Austin Kalny, Staff Writer January 24, 2023

Is the Atlantic High School New Phone Policy really that new? When asked how the new cell phone policy was going, Andrew Mitchell, Vice Principal of AHS had this to say: “Actually, I am cautious with...

Art is often referred to as the ultimate form of expression and allows creativity in all aspects.

The Impact of Art

Gabbie Porter, Staff Writer January 23, 2023

Art is everywhere. Many shirts people wear are designed by someone and are art. Many buildings are designed by someone, and it is art. Some book’s covers are designed to interest people, and it is art....

Even Teachers Need a Break - 
Despite visiting her to talk about how his son is doing in Statistics, Mark Foegen and Sheila Hayden are talking about anything other than that. Having discussed life stories, it was a good break from talking about math all night. After all, teachers (even math teachers) are humans as well!

Qualities that Make a Teacher Good

Jaylen "JJ" McDaniel, Staff Writer January 23, 2023

Teachers have a lot of knowledge about everything, specifically in the subject they specialize in. A good teacher expands their knowledge and continues to provide good answers to their students. Similarly,...

ORGANIZATION IS KEY- The weekend work the custodians sign up to do.

Janitor Shortage Causes a Dilemma in AHS

Katie Birge, Editor January 10, 2023

Custodians are in charge of keeping the school tidy and clean; however, they also set up and tear down events and repair everything from pencil sharpeners to clogged drains. They look at storage needs...

Senior Ditsha Chaudhari tries to stay focused during journalism class.

How Do Students Keep Themselves Focused?

Molly Harris, Staff Writer January 5, 2023

Some students just can’t seem to keep their attention on the teacher or their assignment. One student expressed, “It’s really hard for me to focus depending on the day.” Between eight periods of...

Senior Alex Garcia sleeps on English teacher Allison Berryhills floor. Drinking too much caffeine can cause tiredness.

Student’s Caffeine Intake

Kaylee Stetzel, Staff Writer December 20, 2022

During a survey sent out to all students, 75.6% of student respondents said that they use caffeine to get through the day. 40.2% of respondents drink caffeine on a daily basis. There were many reasons...

Misty Rhodes loves making crafts for others in need.

Teacher’s Hobbies

Ella Meyer December 9, 2022

While reading and fishing are some of the most popular hobbies in America, some teachers here at AHS have different types of hobbies. For example, Spanish teacher Dan Vargason likes to play with fireworks...

Freshman Cali Thompson washes her hands after doing a project with her friend. Art can bring many people together.

How Art Affects Mental Health

Kacie White December 8, 2022

Art is a class that is relaxing for many individuals. It is a place where students can go to release their creativity. However, art can also be stressful as the creative process has its challenges along...

Molly Harris smiles while reading the Atlantic High School student handbook.

Students’ Opinions on AHS Rules

Aubrey Welsh December 6, 2022

Students don’t always agree with school rules. Some find them unfair and controlling. Most students don’t agree with the dress code and many don’t like the brand-new phone rule. A couple of people’s...

Room 514 is equipped with all of the essentials for students to learn life skills.

Special Education Flourishes at AHS

Isabelle Symonds December 1, 2022

You may be wondering what goes on in room 514 at AHS, the special education room. Special education is the practice of educating students in a way that accommodates their individual differences, disabilities,...

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