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Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
A desk in one of the AMES Center's therapeutic classrooms. The chairs are made of plastic and extremely heavy, one of the room's features meant to foster a safer learning environment for the students it serves.
AMES Center Provides New Opportunities to Students Amid Confusion Regarding Center’s Purpose
Students and family members explore various cultural booths at the Ames High Culture Fair.
The Return of Ames High’s Culture Fair
Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
Here is me during the season, proudly representing Ames High, not just the school, but all of you, and everybody who proudly resides in this small city, at one of the biggest tournaments of the year, the Ed Winger Invite.
Senior Column: Be Grateful for Ames High
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
Fin DeLisi made his first appearance of his senior season versus Valley, the current (as of 5/6/25) #1 ranked team in 4A, where the Little Cyclones won 1-0, with DeLisi keeping a clean sheet.
It’s Been a Long Wait for DeLisi, But Now He Has His Shot
The Ames High Boys' Basketball team saw a great campaign end against the eventual champions Valley. The Little Cyclones lost a heartbreaker, wrapping up an incredible 21-3 season while being viewed as underdogs throughout the state of Iowa. Photo found via Luke Brekke's Instagram.
The True Definition of a Team: A Camaraderie of Selflessness Led to an Outstanding Season
Ames High cheerleaders performing at Wells Fargo. Photo by Ames High cheer coach.
Ames High 2025 All-State Cheerleaders
Jackson Winkey (left) and Cole Martin (right) are two of the key seniors leaving the program at the end of this year, the two are pictured celebrating Martin's semi-final appearance with Coach Andy Fecht (far right).
Pioneers, Record Breakers, Top Talents, and Stories of Growth Like No Other: The Wrestling Class of 2025
Ames High dance team poses at their annual showcase, held in the Ames gymnasium. Photo Credits to: Luis Rodriguez, Rodspecs Visuals.
It’s Not Just a Sport, It’s a Family
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
A photo taken of me at prom in Des Moines in front of the Iowa state capitol. Senior year has made me realize how beautiful Iowa is, and has made me question my unrelenting desire to leave the state.
Love Iowa a Little More
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
You: an honest review of the final season
You: an honest review of the final season
Adolescence; Who’s At Fault For Failing Teens?
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A Minecraft Movie Review
A Minecraft Movie Review
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The student newspaper of, by, and for Ames High School.

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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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