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Amador's Art Club hosted a school-wide mural design contest to celebrate the centennial year.

AV Art Club hosts a mural design competition to celebrate Amador’s Centennial year

Aileen Hu, AVT Page Editor February 21, 2023

Amador Valley’s Art Club recently hosted a schoolwide mural design contest from Jan.13 to Feb. 19. Students were asked to create a new mural for the front of the school to celebrate Amador’s centennial...

Don Squad members have been noticing a decreased amount of school participation and spirit at Amador events.

A lack of school spirit: are we too disconnected from school?

Luke Rathjen, Staff Writer February 20, 2023

For those who have been at Amador for multiple years, many continue to see a decline in the school spirit and how connected Dons are to their school. At football games, Scott Garman (‘23) leads the Amador...

The Lincoln memorial represents the steps to freedom in our country and the appreciation of our presidents’ legacies.

Unpacking the legacy: understanding Presidents’ Day for students

Preston Elliott, Staff Writer February 18, 2023

As Presidents' Day approaches, many students are gearing up for a well-deserved three-day weekend. But beyond the extended break, what is the importance of this federal holiday and why do we celebrate...

 The fault lines that California and Turkey are situated on function almost identically.

Tremor of destruction: aftermath of Turkey-Syria earthquake

Parsa Hassanpour, AVT World News & Politics Page Editor February 18, 2023

February 6’s chain of earthquakes in Syria and Turkey was the most extreme seismic event the region had seen in almost a century. Rescue efforts have unearthed countless bodies, with casualties ever-rising...

The event was split into two separate rallies in the small gym.

Annual Donversity Rally wraps up Donversity Week

Emma Vollgraf, Staff Writer February 18, 2023

The Donversity Rally is an annual event meant to capture Amador Valley’s diversity through performances from clubs and groups, and even solo performances showcasing individual talent.  “We started...

Hearing back from colleges can be a very nerve-wracking time for students.

The pressure is on: colleges start to get back to seniors

Aimee Sitter, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

Seniors have finished submitting college applications, and the pressure is on as they start getting back to them. Many schools, including San Diego State University, have already gotten back to students...

Gregor Murphy ('24) speaks to a trade teacher from Las Positas College.

Local professionals hold trade fair in quad

Cora Kerton, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

On February 7th, Amador students gathered outside of the library at lunch to learn about careers in trades. “Students often feel a four-year college is the only path to sustaining themselves through...

Pleasanton resident Margaret Fuquea set up a Little Free Library to help spread people's access to books.

Little Free Libraries help distribute books in Pleasanton

Ian Cha, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

To help people better access books, many Pleasanton residents set up Little Free Libraries in their yards. Little Free Library, a nonprofit established in 2009, aims to provide easier access to books across...

Although every sport played and observed worldwide exhibits distinct customs and traditions, they are united by the enthusiasm and exuberance of the people who revel in their celebration.

Super Bowl LVII: How is it similar to other global sporting events?

Amogh Belgal, Staff Writer February 15, 2023

Every year, the Super Bowl is one of the biggest sporting events in the world. This year was no different. On Sunday, Super Bowl LVII played out between the Chiefs and Eagles and racked up an astonishing...

Valentine's Day can be traced back to the ancient Roman era, gradually adapting into a romantic, modern, and love-filled holiday celebrated in every corner of the globe.

Love beyond borders: Valentine’s Day celebrations around the world

Maximilien Kiyoi and Zenil Koovejee February 15, 2023

Throughout the past century, the essence of Valentine's Day has traveled far and wide, adapting to the cultural traditions of various locales around the world and evolving from a celebration of love into...

The debt ceiling is a statutory limit set by the US Congress on the amount of national debt that can be issued by the Treasury and has been in place since 1917.

Holding the nation hostage: How can the US debt ceiling impact our community?

Rishit Agnihotri, Staff Writer February 15, 2023

The US government is once again facing the issue of raising the debt ceiling in a high-stakes political showdown that could potentially host damaging effects for the entire country.  While they have...

In December, California was hit by widespread flooding due to heavy rainfall, causing damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure.

From parched to puddles: Has California’s massive rain storms ended the decades-long drought?

Jalen Alami, Senior Staff Writer February 15, 2023

California has experienced record rainfall during January and early February, calling into question the state of the region's drought. The heavy rainfall that occurred has been cited to have numerous benefits...

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