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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 Sofiya Hupalo

Sofiya's Senior Column

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May 20, 2008

Ultra marathon Dave

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May 19, 2008

Wild Berry

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May 5, 2008

Fuji’s fish fulfills fantasies

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May 5, 2008

We want teachers, please, we want to learn

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April 14, 2008

Surrealismit’s more likely than you think

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April 14, 2008

Mock Trial’s fresh start leads team to fifth

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April 11, 2008

Shogun sushi starts slow, but sure to satisfy

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March 10, 2008

Tour de HallwaysRuining track for all

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March 10, 2008

Famous Amos Aims High

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February 20, 2008

Commongettin’ down in Chitown

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January 30, 2008

Tremors of Kenyan riots felt in Ames

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January 29, 2008

Embryonic stem cell needed despite skin cell breakthrough

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 18, 2007

AHS grad faces challenges, finds honor

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December 18, 2007

Parental attitudes on teen drinking can backfire

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December 5, 2007

Mud, creeks, Native American fail to break runners’ spirits

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 5, 2007

Intelligent life-form design

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November 7, 2007

Don’t dread new Radiohead

SOFIYA HUPALO
November 6, 2007

After more than two years, Katrina still causing damage

SOFIYA HUPALO
October 11, 2007

A summer in Uganda

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 25, 2007

Healthcare for all

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 21, 2007

Accident brings teammates together

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 21, 2007

Summer means skin care!

Sofiya Hupalo
May 21, 2007

Gender double standard creates double trouble

Sofiya Hupalo
May 18, 2007

Burger King yields to PETA (kind of)

Sofiya Hupalo
April 30, 2007

SMOOTH skin is essential, especially in the Media Center

Sofiya Hupalo
April 27, 2007

Running for fun? Yup.

Sofiya Hupalo
March 30, 2007

Worldly Goods store promotes fair trade

Sofiya Hupalo
March 30, 2007

Mr. Walter and marathons

Sofiya Hupalo
March 8, 2007

Let same-sex couples adopt children

Sofiya Hupalo
March 8, 2007

Hungry? Let’s go to Gilbo!

Sofiya Hupalo
February 15, 2007

Climbing brings sexy back

Sofiya Hupalo
February 15, 2007

Botox, nose job, lipo, and…an eye lift?

Sofiya Hupalo
January 25, 2007

JT sizzles, but Alpha Dog remains lukewarm

Sofiya Hupalo
January 25, 2007

Demante VaughnParkour master

Sofiya Hupalo
December 14, 2006

PLANETARIUM! YOU SHOULD VISIT IT!

Sofiya Hupalo
December 14, 2006

Dedicated dancer doesn’t deny dancing devotion

Sofiya Hupalo
November 17, 2006

Screen and modify babies’ genes for life-threatening diseases, not personal preferences

Sofiya Hupalo
October 24, 2006

…vs. Girls

Sofiya Hupalo
October 24, 2006

Fall concerts at the M-Shop

Sofiya Hupalo
September 21, 2006

EthanolFood?

Sofiya Hupalo
September 21, 2006
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