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THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

Karen (left) and Graham (right) Hawke posing with the Deep Flight submarine.

AHS welcomes Karen Hawkes, counselor, adventurer

Katelyn O'Callaghan, News Editor September 30, 2019

AHS is welcoming a new addition to the College Counseling team, Karen Hawkes, a well-versed counselor, and adventurer. Hawkes grew up in Massachusetts but moved to California to attend a liberal arts...

Students lead the Fridays For Future march to Paepcke Park

Climate Change Walkout

Emily Kinney, News Editor September 30, 2019

As the clock struck 8:45 on Friday, September 20, students across the Aspen School District, and the world all rose from their seats and headed out the doors of their school buildings. Holding signs spouting...

AHS student vaping.

Underage vaping in Aspen takes a hit

Tessa Guthrie, Design Editor September 30, 2019

Underage high school’s student vaping has become a crisis facing AHS. This past year Aspen High School and the community of Aspen have attempted to reduce underage usage of nicotine products, specifically...

The main entry way into the W Hotel.

The Ultimate Guide to the W Hotel

Jennifer Ellis, Staff Writer September 29, 2019

The W Hotel opened its doors to the public for the first time on August 29th. This new addition to Aspen replaced the local favorite Sky Hotel. The grand opening on August 29, 2019, drew many curious spectators....

(From left to right) Tom Heald, superintendent of the ASD, Suzy Zimet, Susan Marolt, Dwayne Romero, and Sandra Peirce, current board members, at a recent board meeting.

An “exciting and important time for our community” at the ASD Board of Education

Harper Axelman, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

The ASD Board of Education has recently implemented new changes in the school district, including purchasing 6 new housing units for a total of 50 for teachers and bringing world language classes to the...

Middle School Principal Elizabeth Meador poses in front of AMS on September 12, 2019.

Elizabeth Meador takes on leadership at AMS

Kayla Tehrani, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

Elizabeth Meador has recently taken on the role of the Interim Principal at the Aspen Middle School. She has been in the teaching field for over 30 years now and is excited to step into her new role at...

AHS Spirit Team performs during halftime at a football game. Pictured from left to right: Louise Lipsey, Avery Hirsh, Margot Compois, Grace Romero, Jamison Delaney, Eryn Brettman.

AHS spirit team sets high expectations

Ava Cherry, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

The AHS Spirit Team has high aspirations this year, including dancing at Nationals and cheering for a wide array of AHS sports teams. This year the cheering focus will not be centered around football alone. The...

The counseling office, located next to the commons of AHS.

Raising awareness at AHS

Hannah Smith, Staff Writer September 19, 2019

Raising awareness at AHS It is no secret that High School students are currently dealing with mental concerns such as anxiety and depression. AHS and its students are not immune to these struggles,...

Here house sitting area with lockers on the left side.

Club X coffee house arrives in Aspen

Ava Thornley, Social Media Specialist September 17, 2019

Local Coffee House is known for its locally grown food and coffee, and now a club has been opened in connection to the cafe as a serviced sitting area for those who want to work and enjoy their coffee. Located...

AHS students take on International Baccalaureate

Storey Balko and Lauren Fox September 17, 2019

Each year, teachers and administration at AHS work hard to promote the ‘IB For All’ philosophy to rising Juniors. At the end of the year, sophomores are encouraged to sign up to take IB Diploma or...

The 2019 San Francisco Backpacking group stands in front of the Golden Gate Bridge. Students used the old lottery system in order to obtain a spot on the trip.

The Ex Ed Lottery 2.0 – Out in the Open

Emily Kinney, News Editor September 17, 2019

The Ex Ed Lottery - previously viewed by students as incomprehensible, a mystical power perhaps, or possibly rigged - is getting a facelift. After receiving feedback from students, teachers, and parents,...

Photo of the new Floating Bell Schedule for the 2019-2020 school year.

Does new floating schedule ‘float’ your boat?

Kaelyn Kroeger, Staff Writer September 10, 2019

After a series of deliberations with regards to the implementation of a new schedule, the modified agenda was passed and has been officially enforced at AHS. The schedule itself is a floating bell schedule....

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