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  • 11/4 Volleyball: Ankeny vs. Waukee Northwest
  • 11/4 Wrestling: Boys 8th vs. Fort Dodge Middle School
  • 11/4 School Board Meeting
  • 11/5 Band Performance
  • 11/5 Basketball: Girls 8th vs. Ames Middle School
  • 11/7 Swimming: Girls varsity
  • 11/7 Basketball: Girls 8th
  • 11/7 Wrestling: Boys 8th
  • 11/8 NO SCHOOL!!!
  • 11/8 Football: Varsity vs. Liberty
  • 11/8 Drama Production @ AHS
  • 11/9 Swimming: Girls Varsity
  • 11/9 Drama Production @ AHS

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Fine arts teacher and assistant music director Kelly Weber leads the band after a pregame performance on Sept. 27.
Future Ready Week series
River Philips and Ruscandra Vlad November 6, 2024

This past year over 35,000 students participated in theatre programs in Iowa, and around 20 percent of students nationally are involved in a...

Teacher Academy students from Ankeny Centennial, juniors Parker Wilson, Tony Mandolfo, and Sophia Royster develop their lesson plans that will be presented to the class. “[Teacher Academy students are] getting the experience of actually seeing if this is a career. They're getting that time in the classroom,” Teacher Academy and science teacher Kristen Campbell-Blumhagen (CB) said.
Students are getting up from behind the desk and partnering with industry professionals
Lydia Gerety, Editor in Chief • November 5, 2024

At the Orbis building, Teacher Academy students were excitedly working on their lesson plans preparing to student teach at local elementary schools....

AHS guidance counselors Audrey Bell, Kelly Andrews, and Mici Vos pose during busy Future Ready Week.
Future Ready Week
Katelynn Boger, Staff Reporter • November 5, 2024

As students prepare to go out into the real world, they begin to take a deeper dive into future careers and with more personal introspection....

Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) began due to Chevron having too many smokestacks and not properly labeling them under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Chevron Deference: destruction of experts in courts
Grady Andersen, Staff Reporter • November 4, 2024

On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court made two monumental rulings that would forever change the way courts view cases. Chief Justice Clarence Thomas...

On Friday, November 1st, Ankeny took on the Linn-Mar Lions at home. Junior Daniel Larmie celebrates an Ankeny touchdown.
Ankeny triumphs over Linn-Mar to advance to round two of playoffs
Ava Gifford, Sports and Photo Editor • November 3, 2024

With Election Day fast approaching on Nov. 5, the spotlight is on candidates’ efforts to effectively engage young voters. Are their strategies resonating, or is it all just a popularity contest?
Political candidates: Promises or popularity ploys?
Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter • November 2, 2024

Every four years, candidates promise broad and significant changes, but for the younger voters, the foremost question is: Are these promises...

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Future Ready Week
Katelynn Boger, Staff Reporter • November 5, 2024
Circle of Friends
Gabe Bond, Staff Reporter • November 1, 2024
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Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) began due to Chevron having too many smokestacks and not properly labeling them under the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Chevron Deference: destruction of experts in courts
Grady Andersen, Staff Reporter • November 4, 2024

On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court made two monumental rulings that would forever change the way courts view cases. Chief Justice Clarence Thomas...

Cover of “CHROMAKOPIA” by Tyler, The Creator, Columbia Records
“CHROMAKOPIA”: where Tyler, The Creator has been and where he’s going
Blake Eichmeier, Staff Reporter • October 30, 2024

A little less than two weeks ago, rapper Tyler, The Creator, made a post to Instagram featuring a snippet of new music and an explosive accompanying...

Smile 2 is now playing in theaters near you. The film is rated R and has a runtime of about 2 hours and 12 minutes. Paramount Pictures, Directed by Parker Finn and starring Naomi Scott as Skye Riley
Not just a smile
Ryan Cox October 30, 2024

Overview “Smile 2” follows director Parker Finn’s successful horror film debut “Smile” in a stunning continuation of the series...

On Friday, November 1st, Ankeny took on the Linn-Mar Lions at home. Junior Daniel Larmie celebrates an Ankeny touchdown.
Sports
Ankeny triumphs over Linn-Mar to advance to round two of playoffs
Ava Gifford, Sports and Photo Editor • November 3, 2024

AHS guidance counselors Audrey Bell, Kelly Andrews, and Mici Vos pose during busy Future Ready Week.
Future Ready Week
Katelynn Boger, Staff Reporter • November 5, 2024

As students prepare to go out into the real world, they begin to take a deeper dive into future careers and with more personal introspection....

As P.E.O.P.E.L. P.E. members participate in Circle of Friends events, they reportedly discovered an enriching space where everyone is encouraged to shine, regardless of background or abilities. This supportive setting allows students to collaborate and communicate, enhancing social skills while nurturing a deep sense of belonging. In turn, the diverse participants continue to breathe new life into the P.E.O.P.E.L. P.E. program at Ankeny High School, bringing different perspectives and experiences that enrich every game and activity.
Circle of Friends
Gabe Bond, Staff Reporter • November 1, 2024

The Circle of Friends and the P.E.O.P.E.L. P.E.  program came together in a lively and inviting atmosphere, creating a harmonious blend of inclusivity...

Ankeny FBLA poses at the FBLA State Fall Leadership Conference (SFLC) in Des Moines.
Future Business Leaders of America: Emerging club at AHS
Asmaa Alkhalil, Staff Reporter • October 31, 2024

As you walk through the main entrance of Ankeny High School, you will see the vibrant banner taped to the catwalk and below that, a long line...

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