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NHS 5k Fundraiser for Belin Blank Children's Hospital
NHS 5k Fundraiser for Belin Blank Children’s Hospital
Ames High students leave the football field at the end of the walkout on Wednesday, March 1st.
Ames Middle and High School Students Protest Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills
Lifeguard Equipment
Four New Physical Education Courses Added to The Ames High Registration Handbook
Ms. Polashek conducting the Ames High Orchestra in the fall of 2021.
Ms. Polashek: A Lifetime of Music
Ames High's new auditorium
Ames High Theater’s New Life
For the Humanities: Creating Stories
Photo session for DECA. Photo by leelandphoto
A Journey Through DECA
Elizabeth Brenneman sits and poses at her desk. Brenneman seeks to create an environment in her classroom where all students, regardless of skill level, can feel empowered.
Teacher Spotlight: Elizabeth Brenneman
Jabari Hinson (middle) stands with his teammates before a tournament—photo by Adam Atkinson.
Grappling Greatness: Jabari Hinson
Sylvie McConnell showing off her skills at the fall cheer showcase before her state performance. Photo by Ryan Renger.
Athlete by Nature, Cheerleader by Choice.
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
During classes, students are asked to store their phones in a caddy like the one pictured above. Some students opt to keep their phones in their backpacks.
New Ames High Policy Takes Phones Out of the Classroom
Senior Akshay Sarda raises his hand to answer a journal prompt provided by the RULER curriculum. RULER aims to provide students with the tools needed to regulate their emotions beyond high school.
New Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum Seeks to Create More Positive School Environment
David Lee Senior Column: Words, words, words. How to not lose meaning behind the words you write.
David Lee Senior Column: Words, words, words. How to not lose meaning behind the words you write.
Inflation - In a Nutshell
Inflation – In a Nutshell
Girls conference tournament. Photo by Adam Atkinson
100 Wins and Counting: Lexa Rozevink Strength, Dedication, and Wrestling Greatness
The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)
While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around
State competition group poses for a picture after their victory at state cheer. Photo by Ethel Navarro
Ames High Cheer Team Makes History with Double State Championship Wins
Colden Bray (#58), celebrates after making a stuff in the backfield during Ames High's "Little CyHawk" bout vs. City High.
The Ames High Football Team Faces Yet Another Coaching Change, Posing New Challenges for Senior Players
Jabari Hinson (middle) stands with his teammates before a tournament—photo by Adam Atkinson.
Grappling Greatness: Jabari Hinson
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: On the Write Track- How Jolie Blackburn Uses Writing to Improve Herself
Dr. Pomerance attends a Freedom Summer Reunion in 2015. Photo Credit: The Keene Sentinel
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: The Midwesterner Who Went South- How Dr. Carl Pomerance Stood Up for Change in 1964
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: Esteemed Artist Henry Cullen Illustrates His Story
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: Arrow Allen, Athlete of all Seasons
In this article we explore how teachers at Ames High first met their now partners and began dating.
Teacher Meet-Cutes? Yes please!
Ames High freshman Anya Adcock was named the first place winner in The Web’s first annual Webster Awards by The Web staff. Her opinion piece covers the flaws of the popular language learning app Duolingo. Adcock describes it all with unflinching humor, and no, she isn’t afraid of Duo the owl. Created with Canva.
Webster Award Winner: An Honest Review of Duolingo (I’m not scared of you, Duo)
MarandaP/Pixabay
Do We Need a Better Way to Teach Math?
I Found My High School Problems Reflected in Sylvia Plath
Voting For Our Government: Does Race Matter?
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
Photos by Hector Vivas, Scott Garfitt, The Brown Daily Herald, and Gustavo Dudamel.
What We’re Listening to: May 2024
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
Frank Ocean Delivers Odd Coachella Performance
Frank Ocean Delivers Odd Coachella Performance
Review: Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
Review: Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
Winter Tidings
Winter Tidings
2019 October Comic
October 2019
May 2019
April 2019
March 2019
Oct. 2018 Shout
History of Shout
History of Shout
Shouting the New Leaders: Trinity and Jonathan
In Support of Folly
In Support of Folly
Shout: March, 2015
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Ames High freshman Anya Adcock was named the first place winner in The Web’s first annual Webster Awards by The Web staff. Her opinion piece covers the flaws of the popular language learning app Duolingo. Adcock describes it all with unflinching humor, and no, she isn’t afraid of Duo the owl. Created with Canva.
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Webster Award Winner: An Honest Review of Duolingo (I’m not scared of you, Duo)
Anya Adcock, Guest Writer • February 20, 2025

I’ve recently begun to get back into Duolingo, keeping a 50-something day streak alive, following all my friends for the first time and surging...

Top Stories
In this article we explore how teachers at Ames High first met their now partners and began dating.
Teacher Meet-Cutes? Yes please!
Chantal de Macedo Eulenstein, Editor-in-Chief • February 13, 2025

The Johnsons If you walk into the lower floor of the English pod, you can find Trish Johnson teaching ninth grade English, Basic Composition,...

Girls conference tournament. Photo by Adam Atkinson
100 Wins and Counting: Lexa Rozevink Strength, Dedication, and Wrestling Greatness
Ethel Navarro, Features editor • January 30, 2025

Lexa’s interest in wrestling started at a young age, inspired by her father’s stories about the sport. “My dad always told me stories about...

News
Kamala Harris gives a speech at one of her rallies.
How Harris Lost: An Analysis
Chantal de Macedo Eulenstein, Editor-in-Chief • November 18, 2024
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
During classes, students are asked to store their phones in a caddy like the one pictured above. Some students opt to keep their phones in their backpacks.
New Ames High Policy Takes Phones Out of the Classroom
Students gather at the Club Fair to find one that interests them. Leaders encourage students to join their clubs with information trifolds.
The Growing Issue With Clubs at Ames High
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Sports & Activities
Girls conference tournament. Photo by Adam Atkinson
100 Wins and Counting: Lexa Rozevink Strength, Dedication, and Wrestling Greatness
Ethel Navarro, Features editor • January 30, 2025
The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)
While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around
State competition group poses for a picture after their victory at state cheer. Photo by Ethel Navarro
Ames High Cheer Team Makes History with Double State Championship Wins
Colden Bray (#58), celebrates after making a stuff in the backfield during Ames High's "Little CyHawk" bout vs. City High.
The Ames High Football Team Faces Yet Another Coaching Change, Posing New Challenges for Senior Players
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Opinion
Ames High freshman Anya Adcock was named the first place winner in The Web’s first annual Webster Awards by The Web staff. Her opinion piece covers the flaws of the popular language learning app Duolingo. Adcock describes it all with unflinching humor, and no, she isn’t afraid of Duo the owl. Created with Canva.
Webster Award Winner: An Honest Review of Duolingo (I’m not scared of you, Duo)
Anya Adcock, Guest Writer • February 20, 2025
MarandaP/Pixabay
Do We Need a Better Way to Teach Math?
Siray Zhu, Guest Writer • January 22, 2025
Features
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: On the Write Track- How Jolie Blackburn Uses Writing to Improve Herself
Ava Kellen, Guest Writer • February 19, 2025
Dr. Pomerance attends a Freedom Summer Reunion in 2015. Photo Credit: The Keene Sentinel
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: The Midwesterner Who Went South- How Dr. Carl Pomerance Stood Up for Change in 1964
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: Esteemed Artist Henry Cullen Illustrates His Story
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: Arrow Allen, Athlete of all Seasons
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Advice
With the holiday season kicking into full swing, Yap offers ways to give back to your community. Created with Canva.
Dear Shelby, What’s the Best Gift to Give?
Shelby Yap, Advice Columnist • December 20, 2024
With All-State quickly approaching, Yap's advice could help you maximize your chances. Created with Canva.
Dear Shelby, How Do I Make First Chair at All-State?
In honor of Valentine's Day, The Advice Fairy decides to write about one of the lesser-known evils of romance - creepy guys. Created with Canva.
What Do I Do About a Creepy Guy Who Stalks My Friends?
In this week's column The Advice Fairy offers advice on one of the most difficult tasks - asking for a raise. Created with Canva.
How Do I Ask for a Raise?
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Multimedia
Photo session for DECA. Photo by leelandphoto
A Journey Through DECA
Ethel Navarro, Features editor
Seniors pose for a group photo on their first day of senior year in school facilities. Photo by Building Minds School.
Exploring Excellence: Inside Building Minds School, an English Education System outside the U.S.
Ethel Navarro, Features editor
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