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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
Sophia Cordoba

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief

Sophia Cordoba is a senior at Ames High, and more importantly, Editor-in-Chief of the Web. Amongst other things, she enjoys keeping up with the news despite the emotional distress it causes her. Though news media has been facing some harsh critiques these past years, she believes in the importance of journalism and hopes that you too will trust the Web to deliver you quality content.

All content by Sophia Cordoba
Mr. Ewan, former band director and future photographer.

Mr. Ewan’s Farewell: What’s a Summer?

Sophia Cordoba and Sofia Mamakos
May 23, 2022
David Lee directs the crowd of students on the walkout path.

Ames High Walkout: Iowa WTF?

Sophia Cordoba and Lily Lupardus
April 26, 2022
The school board meeting held on March 31st.

Former Principal Nyberg Speaks at School Board Meeting

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2022
Lily Lupardus enjoyed using Lockwood's typewriter to produce this article's title.

Tasty Tuesday: Lockwood Review

Sam Keenan, Varun Prasanna, Sophia Cordoba, Lily Lupardus, Leola Almquist, Humza Maqsood, Joshua Casady, Bennett Anderson, and Sofia Mamakos
March 10, 2022
Genesee Diggins-Kennedy warms up her hops for a Wednesday night game.

Girls iBall: Will the Legacy Carry On?

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2022
Mirabel and her family captured in a gorgeous scence from Disney's latest production, Encanto.

Encanto: A Colombian Perspective

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
January 6, 2022
Members of key club gather in the lunchroom to decorate cookies that they will later be donating.

Ode to Clubs

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
January 3, 2022
The Web staff sits down at Starbucks to pass judgement upon their seasonal drinks.

Tasty Tuesday: A Starbucks Review

Calia Alexe, Jack Wanamaker, Leola Almquist, Sofia Mamakos, Sophia Cordoba, Sam Keenan, Varun Prasanna, and Humza Maqsood
November 30, 2021
A visual posted by Stromae on the morning of Santé's release, depicting a series of dance steps.

Santé: Stromae’s Flawless Return

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2021
The Web staff sits down inside Daytime Diner for a taste of their food and drinks.

Tasty Tuesday: A Daytime Review

Calia Alexe, Leola Almquist, Bennett Anderson, Sophia Cordoba, Sam Keenan, Lily Lupardus, Humza Maqsood, Sofia Mamakos, and Varun Prasanna
November 2, 2021
Students line up outside Ames city hall with signs demanding climate action.

Students Rally for Climate Action

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2021
Ms. Gustfason, the school's latest resource plus Special Ed teacher.

Ms. Gustafson: New Year, New Challenge

Sophia Cordoba, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2021
The Web staff poses outside Burgies with hands full of drinks.

Tasty Tuesday: A Burgie’s Review

Sophia Cordoba, Lily Lupardus, Jack Wanamaker, Bennett Anderson, Humza Maqsood, Leola Almquist, Varun Prasanna, Calia Alexe, and Sam Keenan
October 19, 2021
Voters gathered to hear from School Board candidates at the Ames Public Library on October 14th.

Candidates Answer Questions at Diversity and Inclusion Forum

Sophia Cordoba and Lily Lupardus
October 18, 2021
Seven school board candidates sat down at the Ames Public Library to answer voter's questions.

Meet the Candidates

Sophia Cordoba and Lily Lupardus
October 11, 2021
A single post triggered a tense comment section on the school districtś Instagram page.

Cope

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
September 17, 2021
From left to right: Sam Keenan, Sofia Mamakos, and Calia Alexe. Three different takes on the mask mandate. This picture does not refelct these individualś mask preferences.

ACSD Mask Mandate

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
September 16, 2021
Mr. Harken poses with some AHS logos he painted for his classroom.

Mr. Harken: Teacher and Coach

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
September 3, 2021
Claire, Emily and Kiah finishing the last mile of their 24-hour challenge.

One Mile Per Hour, One Marathon Per Day

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
June 28, 2021
February/March Album Review

February/March Album Review

Sophia Cordoba, Junior Editor
April 12, 2021
An original cover image for the column, created on the app "Procreate".

January Music Review

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
January 28, 2021
An extremist hangs from the balcony of the Senate chambers.

The Great American Hypocrisy

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
January 6, 2021
The WEB: Pandemic Edition

The WEB: Pandemic Edition

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
December 18, 2020
Mr. Ferguson: Ames High's Latest Coach

Mr. Ferguson: Ames High’s Latest Coach

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
November 11, 2020
New Teacher in the Business Department: Mrs. Lewis

New Teacher in the Business Department: Mrs. Lewis

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
October 27, 2020
Ames High's Latest Math Teacher: Mrs. Heine

Ames High’s Latest Math Teacher: Mrs. Heine

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
October 22, 2020
(Photo taken by Olivia Sassman) Junior Alexa Kopaska wears her mask as she prepares for a spike.

A Will to Play

Sophia Cordoba, Editor
October 8, 2020
Joyful students from AHS took the opportunity to meet and hear from Bernie Sanders prior to the caucus.

Let’s Talk About the P-Word

Sophia Cordoba, Reporter
March 4, 2020
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