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Samuel Wang(23) was admitted to Vanderbilt University. He shares his experience from application to acceptance.

ACING Vanderbilt University with Samuel Wang (‘23) | Acing Admissions Advice

Jocelyn (Hsin-Chiao) Hsu, Staff Writer January 26, 2023

Why did you choose to apply to this college? One of the main reasons I applied to this college was because they had a smaller class size. That way I can get closer with the professors, and there will...

Adi Lankipalle (23) was recently accepted to UPenns Huntsman Program, which combines the Wharton School of Business and international studies. He shares his high school journey and gives key insights for students entering the college application process.

ACING UPenn with Adi Lankipalle (’23) | Acing Admissions Advice

Krithika Subramaniam, AVT Page Editor January 25, 2023

Responses were edited for length and clarity.  Why did you choose to apply to this college? UPenn was my first choice because I have an interest in the areas of economics, history, and politics...

AV Visual Arts teacher Michael Doyle fosters young artists in his classroom. He shares the inspiration for his art, as well as his journey to being a teacher at Amador.

Michael Doyle fosters young artists in visual arts classes

Ritika Ghosh, AV Radio Editor January 24, 2023

Since he was young, AV Visual Arts Teacher Michael Doyle loved art and illustration. As he got older, his passion for art led him to his home here at Amador, where he now gets to teach what he loves.  “I...

Simran Pandey (‘23), President of Mock Trial, was admitted into Duke University. She shares her high school journey and gives key insights to help students apply and be accepted into Duke University.

ACING Duke University with Simran Pandey (’23) | Acing Admissions Advice

Edwin He, Staff Writer January 24, 2023

The following responses were edited for length and clarity. Why did you choose to apply to this college? I chose this college because it's really good for my major, public policy, and it is good...

Tony Wang (‘23) was recently admitted to Stanford University through Early Decision. The president of the Speech and Debate Club and National Honors Society Club shares his experience and a few tips on how to get into Stanford.

ACING Stanford University with Tony Wang (’23) | Acing Admissions Advice

Edwin He, Staff Writer January 24, 2023

The following responses were edited for length and clarity. Why did you choose to apply to this college? The main factor was its location. I really wanted to find a place that was located in the...

Satchel Williams (23) is an aspiring filmmaker, working tirelessly to create films that showcase his creativity and storytelling.

Satchel Williams (’24): An up and coming filmmaker

Luke Rathjen, Staff Writer January 20, 2023

For years now, up and coming filmmaker Satchel Williams (‘24) has been dedicated to producing films. Although it started off as a hobby that bonded his family together, film production eventually became...

Kyra Britto has taught ASL at Amador since 2020, working hard to prepare the best classes for her students.

A mission to educate: Kyra Britto’s journey to teaching ASL

Luke Rathjen, Staff Writer January 20, 2023

In 2020, AV Alum Kyra Britto arrived at Amador as the new American Sign Language (ASL) teacher. Today, she’s known for inspiring her students with her commitment to spreading awareness on deaf culture. Although...

AV Speech Team Captain Kriti Gaur (24) competes internationally at speech competitions.

Kriti Gaur (‘24) wins big at international speech competition

Julia Evans, Staff Writer January 19, 2023

In fifth grade, Kriti Gaur (‘24) hated speech and debate. But as she continued, that resentment flourished into a passion. Now a junior, Gaur is captain of the Speech Team at Amador. This month, she...

Darsh Shah (24) gets ready to teach some basketball skills to young players in Young Champions Academy.

Darsh Shah (‘24) creates Young Champions Academy to empower local community

Vincent Ma, Staff Writer January 11, 2023

Since he was young, Darsh Shah (‘24) loved basketball. While the sport started off as a hobby for him, basketball eventually became much more than merely a game.  “I wanted to help my community,...

Alphonso Powell decorates his office with sports memorabilia and notes from students.

Alphonso Powell leads Amador athletics as Coordinator of Operations

Nadya Carreira, AVT Page Editor December 13, 2022

Alphonso Powell has taken on many titles since he began working at Amador Valley High School last year. They include coordinator of operations, school administrator, athletic director, mentor, and friend.  Powell...

Kathryn Go, with flute in hand, prepares with excitement to play next summer at Carnegie Hall.

Amador flutist Kathryn Go (‘24) to play at Carnegie Hall

Alyssa Wu, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

Kathryn Go (‘24) is set to play in the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall on June 10, 2023 after winning the American Protégé International Woodwinds and Brass Competition. Her passion for music and...

Benjamin Moua oversees all students with last names A-Ch at Amador.

INTRODUCING… counselor Benjamin Moua

Tejasvini Ramesh, AVT Page Editor December 12, 2022

Benjamin Moua joined Amador Valley High School after working as a counselor in the Stockton Unified District, serving students K-8th grade. He has been a counselor for 6 years, and this is his first time...

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