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#CLIPPED- Sophia Rose and Dylin Ball decorate clothes pins. They had a great time and also had the help from Lily Willrich to make them for a tennis tournament. They said it was super fun to see everyone's reactions when they got clipped.

Clipping: A sports trend taken nationwide

Lily Willrich, Staff Writer May 20, 2025

When you think of a clothespin, you think, "Oh, that's what old people used to hang up their laundry to dry outside." But athletes across the nation in sports like volleyball, cheerleading, and track have...

VIEW FROM THE BOAT - Palm trees line the waterway in Anna Maria, Fla.

Vacation Season

Mahala Kemp, Staff Writer May 19, 2025

For many students, summer isn't just a break from school; it's an opportunity to discover new places and check off destinations from their bucket list, whether it's a weekend road trip to a nearby city...

Sophie Rose and Clara Kennedy work together. They shared a lot of laughs and got a lot of their work done.

How Students Spend Money

Mahala Kemp, Staff Writer May 15, 2025

As a student, money always seems to disappear faster than you can earn it. Money is always being spent in different places and on all kinds of things. Money is very important, and we use it in our everyday...

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.

The Thread: New Computers

Riley Hansen, Lily Willrich, and Brynn Lamp May 13, 2025

Riley Hansen, Lily Willrich, and Brynn Lamp talk with Mr. Warne about the new computer we will be getting for the 2025-26 school year. Music by AHS graduate Evan Brummer.

GOOD WORK-- Sophomore Teagan Kinzie greets head coach McReedy after his race.

Athlete of the Month: Teagan Kinzie

Makenna Schroeder and Stellah Van Aernam May 12, 2025

Teagan Kinzie, a 16 year old here at AHS, had worked tirelessly to earn his spot at state swimming. His journey began when Cody Mcreedy invited him to join the swim team, an offer Teagan is very grateful...

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,...

Margaret McCurdy and Olivia Jensen talk it out. They played doubles together in the home tournament. They played hard and placed 4th in the division 2 doubles bracket.

Boy’s and Girl’s Tennis

Olivia Jensen, Junior Editor May 8, 2025

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...

Eye of the Needle

J. Molina, EON Producer May 5, 2025

Welcome back, AHS! With the school year coming to a close, we decided to interview our own broadcasting seniors for their final thoughts and advice.

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