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A stream runs under a bridge in the summer weather at Maroon Creek Golf Course.

Come for the Winter, Stay for the Summer

Bobby Ruiz, Staff Writer ~ April 30, 2024

Cabin Fever is an issue many people face during winter. Just look at the Donner Party; after getting stuck in the winter for five months, they ate each other. You are much less likely to see people eating...

Kelly Donnelly hiking in her free time.

Kelly Donnelly’s Future Plans After Moving on from AHS

Marley Rich, Staff Writer ~ March 21, 2024

Many students and parents learned via email on February 16 that Aspen High School Counselor, Kelly Donnelly, is resigning on March 22. Donnelly will move on to pursue a position within the State of Colorado...

The Snowmass Master Development Plan seen in a map of the mountain.

Ski Resort Changes to Expect for Next Season

Elsa Tullar, Editor-in-Chief ~ March 21, 2024

In the Summer of 2024, expansions to the Snowmass ski area will begin. These new additions will aim to maximize skiing time for visitors and reduce long lift lines. High-speed ski lifts are a positive...

Gia Galindo Bartley and her younger sister Tsahai Bartley Galindo enjoying their time at JAS Aspen

Cultural Vibrancy Fellowship Program

Sara Michelin, Staff Writer ~ February 29, 2024

Gia Galindo Bartley is a Junior at AHS, pursuing International Baccalaureate (IB) Art. She was a part of the first-ever 2023 Cultural Vibrancy Fellowship Program, in which local artists are provided funding...

Best Buddie Participants play with slime during a Monday meeting.

Aspen Middle School Joins The Best Buddie Program

Marley Rich, Staff Writer ~ February 29, 2024

This school year, the international ‘Best Buddy Program’ has made its way to Aspen Middle School. Best Buddies is a nonprofit, with the mission of creating friendships, inclusive living, integrated...

The Marriott-branded St. Regis hotel lit up on Dean Street in Aspen

A Look Inside Marriott International

Greta Holton, Staff Writer ~ February 29, 2024

Living in a resort town like Aspen, hotel lodging plays a large part in the local economy. Everyone knows that most hotels are high-end brands with luxurious amenities. However, not everyone knows that...

Aspen Highlands Ski Resort seen from the Aspen School District Campus.

Statistically, How Dangerous is it to ski Vail and Aspen Highlands?

Owen Cruz-Abrams, Staff Writer ~ February 22, 2024

Every day, thousands of skiers test their mettle on some of the steepest slopes at Vail and Aspen Highlands. Thanks to the efforts of Ski Patrol on both mountains, in-bounds avalanches are rare. However,...

AHS food services staff.

Love Letter to AHS Food Service

Olivia Cook, Opinion and A&E Editor ~ February 7, 2024

In light of Valentine’s Day, our food service and staff are highlighted and appreciated for the continuous effort and love put into our food at AHS. As a school, we are beyond lucky to have such healthy...

Aspen School District’s turf field, found directly behind the middle school.

Humans of Aspen

January 18, 2024

Artwork of an alien.

The Scientific Search for Alien Life

Stella Iverson, Editor-in-Chief ~ December 13, 2023

Scientifically, the possibility of aliens existing is extremely high. There are countless myths and stories of people wearing tin foil hats to protect their minds from being taken over by aliens or unexpected...

A basket of sanitary supplies in a bathroom at AHS.

Menstrual Products

Sydney Klausman, Staff Writer ~ December 6, 2023

In a large part of the U.S., menstrual products are considered luxury items, not necessities. This classification gives states the power to tax period products as they would items like make-up and toys,...

Kim Zimmer visits San Francisco on fall break 2023.

Kim Zimmer Takes the Lead

Rylee Smith ~ November 13, 2023

Kimberly Zimmer is taking on the role of enhancing technology at Aspen High School through her updated position as the co-director of learning and innovation. Her previous position, as a tech integrator,...

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