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The AV Science Olympiad Team poses on the bleachers as they wait for the awards ceremony to announce the final placements.

AV Science Olympiad wins sixth place at Bay Area Regional Science Olympiad tournament

Arlina Yang, Media Arts Editor March 7, 2023

AV Science Olympiad placed sixth at BARSO, the Bay Area Regional Science Olympiad tournament, and qualified for the Northern California Science Olympiad tournament last weekend. AV Scioly took three teams...

Teenagers from around the Tri-Valley came to attend the career and job fair at Pleasanton Senior Center.

City of Pleasanton hosts teen career and job fair

Gigi Zhang, AVtv Segments Editor March 7, 2023

On Saturday, Mar. 4, the City of Pleasanton hosted a career fair for teens at the Pleasanton Senior Center. The fair lasted from 12pm to 3pm, and lunch was served for those who signed up. Students and...

Abigail Hall (25) is unable to find an open bathroom during 4th period.

The trouble with finding unlocked girls bathrooms around campus

Amishi Anand, Staff Writer March 6, 2023

Complaints from girls on campus have been increasing this last month as difficulty finding open bathrooms during the day continues. The most common reason given for the closures is increased vandalism...

In the hallway of the Amador library, a display features the contributions of influential African Americans from athletes to activists.

African American History Month celebrated on campus

Edwin He, Staff Writer March 2, 2023

For the entirety of February, African American History Month highlights African Americans’ struggles and accomplishments. Through posters and activities, Amador Valley High School honors this particular...

New Zealand and its surrounding areas have a history of being affected by tropical cyclones, with the country experiencing several destructive storms in recent years.

Cyclone Gabrielle impacts parts of New Zealand: what students should know?

Jalen Alami, Senior Staff Writer March 1, 2023

With 11 fatalities and 8 people missing, Cyclone Gabrielle has ravaged parts of New Zealand. This has prompted Prime Minister Chris Hipkins to declare a national state of emergency. "I can't even imagine...

Pleasantons Creatures of Impulse participated in the Face-Off! improv show as the home team.

Firehouse Arts Center hosts Improv Face-Off

Holly McBain, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

On the nights of Feb. 23rd through 25th, the Firehouse Arts Center hosted a wrestling themed improv show. The home team, Creatures of Impulse, faced against different improv teams for the renowned Face-Off...

School shootings have occurred throughout history, but they gained greater attention in the US after the 1999 Columbine High School massacre, which was documented in the book by Judy Hasday. This followed by numerous similar incidents in subsequent years.

Increased prevalence of school shootings: How could our community be affected?

Jalen Alami, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

There have been seven California mass shootings in the month of January alone, leaving at least 31 dead and 22 injured. As gun violence becomes an increasingly prominent issue on a national level, many...

Despite the challenges and differences we face, Black History Month serves as a reminder of the unity and common ground we share in celebrating and honoring the contributions of Black individuals to society.

Reveling in resilience: significance of Black History Month for students

Lexiss Marajas, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

The accomplishments, successes, and history of African Americans are honored and celebrated during Black History Month. Observed every February since 1976, it has enjoyed widespread growth, being celebrated...

Urban centers in the Bay Area, like San Francisco, have been heavily impacted by the mass layoffs in the tech industry.

Beyond the world of tech: exploring alternative career paths for students

Preston Elliott, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

The Bay Area is renowned for its burgeoning technology industry. As such, many students plan on working in the field, hoping to take advantage of how lucrative the sector is. As technology has recently...

Despite the recent tech industry layoffs, computer science students on campus continue to utilize software tools like Replit to enhance their coding abilities.

The tech industry’s workforce shake-up: understanding mass layoffs

Case Bahl, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

Throughout the end of 2022 and going into 2023, tech giants like Amazon and Google have resorted to mass layoffs and reduced hiring, leaving many without jobs. While most industries struggled through...

The 2023 Junior Prom venue at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center was chosen last year by AV leadership.

Juniors celebrate Masquerade Night Prom

Aileen Hu, AVT Editor February 28, 2023

The 2023 Junior Prom took place on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center. Tickets began selling in early February, but from choosing the venue to scheduling activities, AV leadership...

Snow recently fell in the mountains around the Bay Area, including on Mt. Diablo, Mission Peak, and Pleasanton Ridge.

Recent snowfall on Pleasanton Ridge

Sofia Skinner, Staff Writer February 27, 2023

On Friday, February 24th, an unlikely event occurred in Pleasanton. For the first time in 48 years, snow fell in this town. It had coated the top of the Pleasanton ridge, which due to its higher altitude,...

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