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THE AHLAHASA

Albert Lea High School Newspaper

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Finals Week Survival Guide

Finals Week Survival Guide

Abby Chalmers, Staff Writer October 9, 2020

No matter what grade you may be in, you’re probably dreading taking your finals. Most people, myself included, don’t particularly enjoy taking three or more tests a day for multiple days in a row....

Hamilton or Jamilton?

“Hamilton” or “Jamilton”?

Abby Chalmers, Staff Writer October 5, 2020

On Jan 20, 2015, a new musical titled “Hamilton” about Founding Father Alexander Hamilton first hit the stage. At first glance, watching a nearly three hour long show about a historical figure might...

Eighth-grader Bryant Johnston utilizes the hand sanitizer station located in the Commons. Albert Lea High School implemented these stations at every entrance, and there are two thermal scanners situated at the Pool Doors and the Commons entrance as well.

The COVID-19 Counterattack

Abby Chalmers, Staff Writer September 28, 2020

When the COVID-19 pandemic first arrived in the United States in March of 2020, we didn’t know how serious it was. The media was putting out all sorts of information, and we were left to determine what...

Senior Maddie Schneider is a captain on the girls varsity soccer team with aspirations of playing college soccer. Before the season was halted, a college scout was planning on attending the Sept. 18 game against Owatonna to possibly recruit her. Missing the game against Owatonna will affect me because the scout was there to watch me play and see how I am as a player, Schneider said. If I met requirements, I would have a spot on that college team.

Half a Season, Half a Heart

Abby Chalmers, Staff Writer September 21, 2020

Wash your hands. Wear a mask. Remain six feet apart from others whenever possible. If you feel sick, stay home.  These statements are all included among the many guidelines and recommendations that...

Social Distancing As a Senior

Social Distancing As a Senior

Sabrina Gold, Staff Writer May 20, 2020

One last hug, one last hallway high five, one last walk. There are so many things the seniors have been looking forward to. Senior year is a time for many new beginnings but it is also a time for bittersweet...

Tik Tok VS Vine

Sabrina Gold, Staff Writer April 28, 2020

Is TikTok the new Vine? A seemingly controversial debate has separated a generation of young adults. It has brought about many questions that may not have a solid answer. What even is TikTok? Hasn't Vine...

Being An Essential Worker

Being An Essential Worker

Lydia Fluth, Editor April 21, 2020

I am an essential worker.  On March 25, Minnesota governor Tim Walz made the executive order of “staying at home” to begin on Friday, March 27. This began the quarantine of Minnesota due to the...

Letter to the Editor for Haley

Morgan Bjorklund, Entertainment Editor May 9, 2018

Dear Haley, There are no words to express that could completely capture the impact you have had on the Ahlahasa staff this school year. You are so dedicated to the work that we do, and I can see the passion...

Brenda De Rosas

Brenda De Rosas, Editor May 9, 2018

Everything I know is a lie. Realizing that high school was nothing like “High School Musical” one through three was quite a disappointment. Except for one thing. College stress. I don’t think high...

Kylie Brown

Kylie Brown, Managing Editor May 9, 2018

Well seniors, we did it. It’s crazy to think that just five years ago I walked into the high school not knowing what to do with my life. Now as a senior I have a plan to attend Minnesota State University...

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