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Hyper Energy Bar located at 1101 South Ankeny Boulevard opened on Nov. 11. Hyper fundraised for Ankeny Schools upon its opening and donated over $2,000 to the Ankeny Community School District.

Ankeny Hyper opens, already giving back to the community

Ashley Howard, Staff Reporter November 13, 2024

Hyper opened its newest location on Monday, Nov.11 across the street from Ankeny High School (AHS), and business is booming. Hyper offers many products, including their most popular hyper-infused energy...

Junior Brett Augustine (bib number 409) passes runners from Mason City and Indianola at about the 4k mark of the race.

AHS cross country teams shine at state meet

Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter November 7, 2024

The boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Lakeside Municipal Golf Course in Fort Dodge this past Friday, Nov. 1 to compete in the state cross country meet. The season for both teams culminated...

Behind the Curtain: AHS’s fall play, “Pride & Prejudice”

River Phillips, Staff Reporter November 7, 2024

Every November, the AHS auditorium is filled with students preparing for the fall play, this year that happens to be “Pride & Prejudice.”  The English classic has hit the Ankeny stage, but...

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 Rucsandra 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 high school music ensemble. But how do these programs prepare...

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. Some students were practicing explaining the water cycle...

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. They begin to ask the questions, who do I want to be? How do...

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 for real impact or just popularity ploys aimed to take advantage...

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 and engagement. The relaxed environment of  P.E.O.P.E.L....

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 of students. Some are chatting with their friends while others...

Satellite photo of Hurricane Idalia in the Pacific Basin via NOAA photo Archives

Hurricanes and their surprising impacts on Central Iowa

Tobias Landmesser October 29, 2024

What are Hurricanes? For many Iowans, Hurricanes are a foreign concept recognized only by their continued persecution of the unfortunate residents who are unlucky enough to find themselves in the path...

IHSPA fall conference 2024: Everything you should know

Caden McGlin, Staff Reporter October 26, 2024

To start, each school across Iowa in attendance was called. Each school proudly cheered when their school's name was announced. “ANKENY!” Ankeny students went crazy. Cameras flashing, videos...

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The Environmental Club: Keeping Ankeny Green

Lydia Gerety, Editor in Chief October 23, 2024

Walking up to the main entrance at Ankeny High School (AHS) students can see many forms of trash on the ground, from a half-eaten chicken nugget to a Dr. Pepper bottle that is shaking with the wind. If...

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