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THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

AHS students rally to watch the staff vs. student dodgeball game on Field Day 2019

How AHS Traditions have changed

Kayla Tehrani, Staff Writer October 24, 2019

Throughout the years, many traditions at AHS have disappeared and changed with time. However, with the loss of old traditions, new ones have replaced them. In the past, Aspen High School has had traditions...

Toad enjoys a sunny day on the beach at AHS.

The un-toad story of Toad

Emily Kinney, News Editor October 18, 2019

Instead of wearing a backpack, Aspen High School’s newest student, Toad, can be seen walking through the hallways wearing a leash and wagging his tail. Toad is a service dog meant to provide stress relief...

2019 Valedictorian Cole Petersen delivers his commencement speech to the class of 2019 in May.

Checking in with recent grads

Brenon Reed, Staff Writer October 17, 2019

As the Class of 2019 settles into college, students begin their journey in the “real world”. Responsibilities and the heavy workload flood in on new college students across the country. These real-world...

A photo of the air leak in AHSs heating system.

The heating dilemma at AHS

Maeve McGuire, Editor-in-Chief October 15, 2019

As students wander through the halls on this chilly October Monday, their faces drip with sweat, and they fan themselves with fans made out of their math homework. Each student has shed their layers to...

Former AHS RoboYetis member Mason DeBouf and current Backcountry member Riley Dunn at a robotics competition last season.

AHS robotics teams: creativity, collaboration, and the Cha-Cha Slide

Emily Kinney, News Editor October 14, 2019

Picturing a robotics team usually conjures images of people behind computer screens in a dark room programming and building machines to move and take over the world. The AHS Robotics team offers many more...

Nellie Tash volunteering at the Kamala Harris campaign as part of her CAS service project.

Into the world of AHS IB Diploma CAS Projects

Lauren Fox, Staff Writer October 14, 2019

Each year, IB Diploma year two candidates embark on one aspect of their overall diploma experience: the CAS project. The projects span everything from organizing community-wide service projects to creating...

Maroon Bells, one of the most famous places in America to see fall colors, reflects onto Maroon Lake.

5 things to do during Fall

Bella Hoffman, Staff Writer October 13, 2019

October brings pure autumn joy. It’s Halloween, pumpkins, and the delicious scent of apple pie. The leaves are vibrant and glisten in the sky. It may be spooky, but it sure is fun, for October brings...

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Foreign Students

Stella McAniff, Staff Writer October 13, 2019

The United States is known as a great melting pot. It has a long history of immigration and cultural meshing. The country absorbs traditions and makes them it's own - like St. Patrick's Day (courtesy of...

The Aspen Mountain Guide School works to gain their first Leave No Trace certification on Oct. 3.

Life skills beyond highschool

Ava Cherry, Staff Writer October 10, 2019

Brent Maiolo launched a new class focusing on the outdoor recreation industry. The Mountain Guide School creator and science teacher wanted to support students by giving them new opportunities. AHS...

Qualifications for each category of the Latin Laude System.

AHS transitioning to Laude system

Taylor Gurtman, Staff Writer October 10, 2019

Say goodbye to valedictorian and salutatorian and say hello to the Latin Laude System. AHS is changing the way students are selected for having the highest academic achievements in their class. Any students...

Stairs in the Maze leading up to the Skier Dome.

Uncovering the Maze

Jenny Ellis, Staff Writer October 7, 2019

AHS’s curving hallways, round science wing, and large basement make it unique. Students at AHS have given the equally confusing lower level the nickname of “The Maze”. It is called this because of...

Group of AHS students posing for a photo at the homecoming dance at Scarletts.

A Sparkling Soiree

Hannah Smith, Staff Writer October 7, 2019

This year for Aspen’s annual homecoming dance, Student Senate opted for a shift in location, choosing Scarlett’s instead of Bumps. Scarlett's, an elegant lounge and restaurant area in downtown Aspen,...

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