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Student holiday gathering causes possible Covid-19 exposure

Student holiday gathering causes possible Covid-19 exposure

Soumya Sahay, AVT Editor-in-Chief December 2, 2020

Over the recent Thanksgiving break, a group of high school students from Amador, Foothill, and Village attended a local social gathering, unknowingly spreading the Covid-19 virus.  “Students were...

Maddie Stokes models one of her handmade clay earrings.

AV senior Maddie Stokes starts her own jewelry business

Parth Mishra, Staff Writer November 26, 2020

Shortly after quarantine started, Maddie Stokes ('21) started a business called Broken Earth Designs. It focuses on clay jewelry, a rare but fascinating field of art. The stay-at-home order released...

Christmas decorations on Sra. Lord Eyewe's door from December 2019. This year, students will not be able to participate in similar activities.

How are teachers planning to incorporate the holiday spirit virtually?

Austin Coyne, Staff Writer November 22, 2020

This holiday season, teachers are looking to celebrate with their classes in any way that remote learning will allow for. As with most everything else this year, these celebrations will look different. Both...

When volunteering, it is important to keep yourself safe as you help the community.

Amador seniors volunteering during the pandemic

Leila Touati, Senior Editor November 20, 2020

The class of 2021 is experiencing a very different year than expected. At Amador, students are required to complete 20 volunteer hours with a non-profit organization before they graduate. These hours can...

"My favorite part of Red Ribbon Week was going to school and handing out items like red wristbands, necklaces, lollipops, and stickers," said peer educator Shreya Sati ('22).

Virtual Red Ribbon Week raises awareness about drug use and addiction

Mandy Wong, Senior Editor November 19, 2020

From October 26-30, TUPE (Tobacco Use Prevention Education) celebrated Red Ribbon Week with daily events and activities for students and parents. TUPE is a group of seventeen peer educators working...

There are tons of tasty recipes to be made with simple items you can find in your fridge!

Delicious Thanksgiving recipes!

Albertine Combs, Staff Writer November 18, 2020

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, here are four mouth watering dishes perfect for wowing guests. These recipes are 10 or less steps, and ingredients can be found in your day to day refrigerator...

Using an interactive slide, Suhani Singhal (‘21), Camille DeMange (‘23), and Alena Gagnon (‘23) taught Amador students how French people place cutlery.

French Honors Society hosts National French Week

Sierra Deaver, Senior Staff Writer November 16, 2020

Last week, Amador Valley had its annual celebration for National French Week, hosted by the Amador club, French Honors Society. The event ran from November 9th to the 13th, and consisted of three meetings...

Instrument masks and covers can limit the spreading of infections such as COVID-19.

Band uses instrument masks to keep safe while practicing together

Jamilla Zuniga, Senior Staff Writer November 10, 2020

It goes without saying that all of Amador’s sports, clubs, and activities have been significantly impacted by COVID-19.  Marching band has been no exception. Instruments can produce aerosols that...

The Video Game Tournament involved five days full of competitions and prizes.

Leadership hosts video game tournament

Aidan Bohen, Staff Writer November 10, 2020

Last week, Amador Valley leadership hosted a video game tournament. With PUSD's continued remote learning, the goal of the event was to connect students in a fun way. Leadership staff pulled out all...

Many students, parents, and teachers have conflicting opinions on the current grading system.

Should the school grading system be reformed?

Arlina Yang, Junior Editor November 9, 2020

Many schools (from elementary to college) have resorted to online classes in fear of the highly contagious COVID-19. And the transition left many people wondering: how would the grading system work?  Systems...

Leadership 'Superfan' app is released to students today!

Leadership ‘Superfan’ app is released to students today!

Matthew Carter, Amadon Editor-in-Chief November 9, 2020

AVHS Superfan is a brand new school app brought to you by Amador Valley leadership. The app will be released on November ninth and will be used to keep students connected and spirited throughout the year. “AVHS...

The 2020 PSAT/NMSQT may be administered differently from last year, but the content will remain the same.

Amador PSAT/NMSQT registration opens for juniors

Matthew Kim, Senior Staff Writer November 6, 2020

Registration for 2020's PSAT/NMSQT is now open. This year, the PSAT will be reserved exclusively for juniors. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the test has been moved from it's traditional date in...

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