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Large turnout for student forum 2/3/21: What was discussed & next steps

Large turnout for student forum 2/3/21: What was discussed & next steps

Leila Touati, Senior Editor February 12, 2021

During the access period on February 3rd, Amador students attended the High School Student Town Hall through a live video broadcasted on Youtube.  Hosted by Patrick Gannon, Janelle Woodward, Pam VandeKamp,...

AV Comp Civics team places 3rd at states

AV Comp Civics team places 3rd at states

Yi (Steven) Yang, Staff Writer February 9, 2021

Saturday, February 6th, 2021, Amador’s Competitive Civics Team achieved 3rd place against six other civics teams throughout California to compete for a spot at the national civics competition.  Students...

On Wednesday after ACCESS, support counselor Jennifer Yu shared her productivity-boosting tips.

Support Counselor Jennifer Yu leads time management workshop

Mandy Wong, Senior Editor February 7, 2021

Last Wednesday, Amador support counselor Jennifer Yu hosted a time management workshop, sharing many tips to help students looking to boost their productivity. “In the distance learning survey we...

This is the email sent out to over 350 Amador Valley students. It gladly looks like a harmless prank.

February 4th, 2021 Amador Valley Email Prank

Casey Chang, Infographics Editor-in-Chief February 5, 2021

On February 4th, 2021 at 11:05 pm a mass email was sent out from a person who claimed to be the assistant to the Nigerian prince. The email was sent to roughly 350 PUSD (Pleasanton Unified School District)...

Most places of business require customers to wear masks to protect themselves and those working. This sign can be found at the Livermore Outlets, but similar signs can be found at other businesses.

How students with jobs adapted to the pandemic

Erika Yan, Staff Writer February 1, 2021

The implementation of safety precautions to halt the spread of COVID-19 has caused some to lose their jobs. For others, it means a very different approach to their work, including students.  Some businesses...

During quarantine, artist Amy Wang (‘21), focused on architechtural drawings. She drew a layout of a sustainable city, as well as painting various buildings.

AV artists are still creating during quarantine

Manasa Krishnan, Staff Writer February 1, 2021

During this difficult time, artists have been trying to find ways to practice their creativity. They have found ways to adapt and overcome the limitations of staying at-home in order to do what they love. Having...

CallMeCarson, a popular YouTuber, has recently been accused of inappropriate sexting with an underage fan.

Minecraft Youtuber CallMeCarson accused of sexting underaged girls and exploiting them for sexual images

Sierra Deaver, Staff Writer January 31, 2021

Minecraft YouTuber CallMeCarson, otherwise known as Carson King, was accused of sexting underaged girls and exploiting them for sexual images earlier this month. The controversy was brought to light after...

School superintendent Dr. David Haglund urged for donations toward the We Are Pleasanton group to help them in their goal of improving PUSD campuses

PUSD State of the District meeting reflects on 2020 and reveals visions for 2021

Elyssa Lieu, Senior Editor January 28, 2021

PUSD's second annual State of the District webinar took place Wednesday, January 27. Hosted by Coordinator of Communications and Community Engagement Patrick Gannon, the meeting reviewed the school district’s...

Engaging in relaxing activities can help students work through emotions of confusion and unease.

How counselors aided students amidst political chaos

Manasa Krishnan, Staff Writer January 28, 2021

On January 6th, thousands of Trump supporters stormed the US capitol, acting as a culmination to months on end of stressful political news. In order to help students cope with this event, counselors have...

Nitya Sunkad ('21) wins Regeneron Science Talent search

Nitya Sunkad (’21) wins Regeneron Science Talent search

Erika Yan, Staff Writer January 28, 2021

The Society for Science’s Regeneron Science Talent Search is one of America’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competitions. This year, their announcement of the top scholars features Nitya...

Because of COVID, Leadership is talking about having Ball outdoors if possible.

Will Senior Ball be replaced in 2021?

Arissa Leomiti, Staff Writer January 28, 2021

Amador Valley students  are currently questioning whether there will be anything to replace Senior Ball, a long-beloved tradition where seniors can go to a dance hosted in their honor. Due to COVID, the...

On Monday's town hall, district personnel answered many questions from middle and high school students.

PUSD Virtual Town Hall: Answers to students’ Frequently Asked Questions

Mandy Wong, Senior Editor January 28, 2021

On Monday, January 25, Pleasanton Unified School District held a town hall for middle and high school students. In the final thirty minutes, district personnel answered questions raised through the Q&A...

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