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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,...

Band Director Jonathan Grantham boldly directs and leans over his Wind 1 students during their performances.

Band performs at CASMEC All State Music Conference as only high school group

Maximilien Kiyoi, Senior Staff Writer February 27, 2023

Last Saturday Amador’s Wind 1 Ensemble had the opportunity to perform in Fresno at the California All State Music Educators Conference (CASMEC) as the only high school group. Many colleges and private...

Camden Nauroth (24) strikes a comical pose in his clown makeup.

Drama students dress up as clowns for the day

Dhanush Gowda, Staff Writer February 26, 2023

The annual Amador musical is headed by a team of experienced students and dedicated teachers in the drama program who have an unwavering commitment to the production. In preparation for this musical, the...

The cats were dissected at both anatomical and posterior positions allowing students to identify the muscles easily

Anatomy classes dissect cats to study muscle structure

Krithika Subramaniam, AVT Editor February 26, 2023

Amador’s Anatomy Physiology classes are dissecting cats for the month of February to learn more about the muscle structures in the body and the digestive system as well. “At first the idea of it...

“This was always one of my favorite Dilbert cartoons. I’ve had that in my bulletin board for almost 20 years,” said Connelly.

Local cartoonist Scott Adams “canceled” for racist rant

Jalen Alami, Senior Staff Writer February 24, 2023

On Feb. 19, the popular comic strip Dilbert's creator and Danville resident Scott Adams made hateful remarks towards African Americans on his podcast. Because of this, hundreds of magazines and newspapers...

An AV Choir group sings for Emma Kelly (‘23) in Stephanie Kamali’s classroom.

AV Choir serenades students, staff on Valentine’s Day

Jaylon Shaghasi, Staff Writer February 23, 2023

The AV Choir  surprised students around campus by singing to them in front of their whole class on Valentine’s Day. Students and staff members could fill out requests through a Google form, and the...

North Koreas current state can be traced back to the Korean War, which ended in 1953 with the division of the Korean Peninsula into North and South and the decades of isolation and authoritarian rule that followed under the Kim Dynasty.

From Pyongyang to San Francisco: How can North Korea’s recent escalation potentially impact the Bay Area?

Zenil Koovejee, AVT World News & Politics Page Editor February 21, 2023

In what some are calling a flagrant display of provocative prowess, North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles from its eastern shores, mere days following the discharge of an intercontinental ballistic...

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