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A huge group of students in the line squeeze their way to the small window to get their pizza.

The student pizza line is out of control

Sara Kracke, Photo Editor September 29, 2021

There have been numerous complaints regarding the pizza lunch line. The constant shoving from groups trying to get in front of the line angers students who have been waiting patiently. “The lunch...

Soap dispensers are missing from their slots in the girls bathroom, as a result of the social media trend to steal school items.

“Devious licks” trend harms Pleasanton schools

Leila Touati, AVT Editor-in-Chief September 24, 2021

UPDATE: Another recent social media trend, "angelic yields," contrasts with the "devious licks," where students replace stolen items with newer objects, such as soap, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer. "I...

In the library, students sat down quietly during the lockdown.

Lockdown drill in 4th period — what you need to know

Mandy Wong, AVT Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2021

Starting at 12:11 p.m. today, Amador students participated in the first lockdown drill in almost two years. “The reason we practice lockdown drills at school [is] to be prepared in the event that...

The three chips included Ranch Veggie Sticks, Pepperocini Kettle Chips, and Salsa Tostitos.

Resource English students blind review chips during class

Elyssa Lieu, AVT EIC September 21, 2021

Amador’s Resource English students recently tested their writing skills in a new challenge: writing reviews. Led by Ms. Buckley, students had fun tasting several unknown chips and noting down their impressions...

Lois Hong ('22) and Juhi Goyal ('24) laugh together after a long day at school. This year students have banded together and expanded their social horizons.

The state of our school: memoirs and morale of students and staff

Carol Xu and Katy Clark September 20, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic greatly shook the normal order of life in Pleasanton, forcing people into isolation and schools online.  Now, as we're back at school in a new normal, we wondered how student and...

Advertisements for clubs can be seen around campus in every corner, hoping to recruit members and increase campus morale and participation.

Club chaos at Amador

Katy Clark, Senior Staff Writer September 18, 2021

With returning clubs and new clubs rushing to become official in order to hold meetings and get started this year, 'club chaos' is here. “I have seen a record increase in new club applications this...

In 2019, Pigskin was a huge success, with the Investment club selling root beer floats to countless students.

What is Pigskin, and what are the 2021 plans for the event?

Ritika Gupta, Page Editor September 14, 2021

The Pigskin at Amador Valley is an annual event, but this year’s event will be the first in 2 years, making it more exciting than ever.  “[Pigskin] is one of the few events that’s built for students...

Pages like @avhs_bathroom post photos of the vandalism from Amador's bathrooms.

Student vandals wreak havoc on campus

Albertine Combs, AVRadio Editor-in-Chief September 14, 2021

School vandalism is Amador Valley’s most recent challenge, with concrete flushed down toilets, toilets splattered with red food dye, and trash scattered between the stalls. “It’s super disappointing....

Don Squad is ready to surprise classes, with candy and AV merchandise in tow.

Don Squad floods Amador with spirit

Mandy Wong, AVT Editor-in-Chief September 3, 2021

The Don Squad spread spirit around campus today ahead of Amador's first football game. “Today we did our spirit swat, which is where we all run into classrooms trying to hype up students, like push...

The cafeteria provides a wide variety of meals for students to eat everyday.

PUSD offers free lunch to Amador students

Albertine Combs, AVRadio Editor-in-Chief September 1, 2021

Amador students have the opportunity to enjoy free lunch as well as breakfast on specific days. “The lunch is pretty alright and I do like that it’s free during Covid,” said Ryan Owens (‘23). Breakfast...

The lack of advisors could make it difficult for clubs to apply to become an official club as it is one of the requirements.

Clubs are in big need for advisors — teachers need more gratitude

Arlina Yang, AVtv Editor-in-Chief August 31, 2021

With the number of new clubs steadily increasing each year, club officers are searching for teachers willing to be advisors, with a low success rate. “I think that many teachers right now are feeling...

Taking Zoom classes at home granted students more flexibility in their own schedules and ensured the prevention of spreading COVID-19 to others.

Remote learning is our only defense against COVID-19

Carol Xu, Page Editor August 26, 2021

Last Wednesday, Amador students all returned to school, donning masks and arming ourselves with bottles of hand sanitizer. However, as the new Delta variant sweeps through Pleasanton and infected cases...

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