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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
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.
Sophia Hatcher throws a free throw at her club game in 2021.
High school athlete confesses about the life of playing basketball
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
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
Jack Wynter shoots a free throw against Marshalltown. Photo by Mary Greenfield.
Little Cyclones Dismantle Bobcats to Cap Off Action-Packed Senior Night
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
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
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
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
Clockwise beginning from top left: Kirstin Sullivan, Teresa Testroet, Joel Sullivan, Sonja Hayes. Created with Canva.
Celebrating Ames High School’s Retiring Staff
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
Jon Hart's Party School seeks to challenge the elitism surrounding college admissions. While entertaining, it falls short of thorough criticism. Cover art by Siori Kitajima.
“Safety School” or Blessing in Disguise? Rating: 6.8/10
Photos by Hector Vivas, Scott Garfitt, The Brown Daily Herald, and Gustavo Dudamel.
What We’re Listening to: May 2024
Print has diminished in value as the world has moved online, yet they remain a valuable resource for engagement in a high school setting. Created with Canva.
For High School Newspapers, Print is the Answer
live intentionally.
live intentionally.
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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All content by Bobby Hunter

Bobby's Senior Column

BOBBY HUNTER
May 20, 2008

The deep roots of racism still prevalent and often unaddressed in society

BOBBY HUNTER
May 20, 2008

Daddow leaves behind a true love

BOBBY HUNTER
May 19, 2008

The first AHS student-written musical, “The Protagonist,” draws enthusiastic crowds

BOBBY HUNTER
May 6, 2008

Cheney oversteps authority

BOBBY HUNTER
May 6, 2008

Take the opportunity to help human rights by helping Tibet

BOBBY HUNTER
May 6, 2008

1st Amendment day

BOBBY HUNTER
May 5, 2008

Accept people for who they areEnd intolerance and support equal rights for all

BOBBY HUNTER
April 15, 2008

Die-in protests Iraq War, provokes reflection

BOBBY HUNTER
April 11, 2008

A DuCharming candidate for king

BOBBY HUNTER
April 11, 2008

Mountain Goats on top with Heretic pride

BOBBY HUNTER
March 10, 2008

The mystery life of Dung, the custodian

BOBBY HUNTER
March 7, 2008

Bobby’s best beats 2K7 recap

BOBBY HUNTER
January 29, 2008

Corporate interests corrupt mainstream media

BOBBY HUNTER
January 29, 2008

Shape the futureCaucus!

BOBBY HUNTER
December 18, 2007

Flyers are a sign of racism in Ames population

BOBBY HUNTER
December 18, 2007

Freckly freshman aims high

BOBBY HUNTER
November 7, 2007

The struggle for LGBT rights continues

BOBBY HUNTER
October 12, 2007

Fight uneeded guns in Ames

BOBBY HUNTER
October 11, 2007

The struggle for LGBT rights continues: (Editor’s note: This is part two of a two-part series on gay issues in our community.

BOBBY HUNTER
October 11, 2007

Despite progressive community, harassment still prevalent for LGBT students

BOBBY HUNTER
September 25, 2007

Libertarianismnot for liberals

BOBBY HUNTER
September 21, 2007

React to violent tragedy by embracing non-violence

Bobby Hunter
May 18, 2007

Africa needs our help

Bobby Hunter
April 27, 2007

Make common courtesy even more common

Bobby Hunter
March 30, 2007

The Owusu family membersUnique in their own ways

Bobby Hunter
March 30, 2007

Neon Bible a promising work for The Arcade Fire

Bobby Hunter
March 8, 2007

Drug policies don’t work or make sense

Bobby Hunter
February 15, 2007

ImmigrationThe debate continues

Bobby Hunter
January 25, 2007

Understanding Jehovah’s Witnesses

Bobby Hunter
January 25, 2007

Tips on staying healthy in winter: Exercising is fun, especially in the winter

Bobby Hunter
December 14, 2006

Death Penalty is wrong, impractical

Bobby Hunter
December 14, 2006

Stephen DakThe LT of fantasy cross country

Bobby Hunter
November 17, 2006

Clubs should be able to meet Wedesdays

Bobby Hunter
November 16, 2006

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in war veterans, little available treatment

Bobby Hunter
October 20, 2006

Stretch Armstrong? More like Stretch Ellrich

Bobby Hunter
October 19, 2006

Snakes on a Plane: a lesson in the power of film : Staff outing to movie brings writers even closer than they were before

Bobby Hunter
September 21, 2006
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