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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.
Emily holding up her current best artwork, which she spent hours on
Teenager Dreams of Creating Something That Matters With Her Art
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
The student newspaper of, by, and for Ames High School.

The WEB
The student newspaper of, by, and for Ames High School.

The WEB
Haley Reeves

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief

Hello, I’m Haley, I’m a senior and I play some sports and stay at home with my dog most of the time.

All content by Haley Reeves

2021 Ames High School Time Capsule

Haley Reeves and Erin Murphy
June 10, 2021

2021 Ames High Video Time Capsule

Erin Murphy and Haley Reeves
June 9, 2021
Haley’s Seven Hacks for Success

Haley’s Seven Hacks for Success

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief
May 29, 2021

2021 Ames High School Time Capsule Trailer

Haley Reeves and Erin Murphy
May 10, 2021
Via Hey Babe on Spotify

Hey Babe Podcast

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief
April 8, 2021
Cool finds corner

Ames´ New Independent Book Store: Dog-Eared Books

Haley Reeves, Erin Murphy, and Leola Almquist
April 1, 2021
Photo from @kershner.ali on Instagram

Female Athletes – An Afterthought

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief
March 29, 2021
CDC COVID-19 State Profile Report - Iowa

Kovid Kim Strikes Again

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief
March 3, 2021
Subreddit vs Hedge Funds

Subreddit vs Hedge Funds

Haley Reeves, Editor In-Chief
February 16, 2021
Dear class of 2021,

Dear class of 2021,

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
January 25, 2021
The Boiling Point

The Boiling Point

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
January 25, 2021
Don't Say Happy New Year Just Yet

Don’t Say Happy New Year Just Yet

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
January 8, 2021
The Queen’s Gambit

The Queen’s Gambit

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
December 17, 2020
Post Your Spotify Wrapped

Post Your Spotify Wrapped

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
December 7, 2020
Don't get me started on milk alternatives becoming a fad.

Coffee Shouldn’t Be So Pretentious

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
December 1, 2020
Cat pictured is Moochi, a 9 year old domestic short hair available for adoption.

Cats Are Anarchists

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
November 23, 2020

What Even Is Curling?

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
November 16, 2020

Welcome to: Reeves’ Rants

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
November 13, 2020
What's Up With Robert?

What’s Up With Robert?

Haley Reeves, WEB Reporter
November 5, 2020
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Sports: Pandemic Edition

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October 8, 2020
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