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The student news site of Amador Valley High School

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A baby snake lies in the tanbark near a trail.

Warmer weather brings an increase in snakes in Pleasanton

Jacob Paden, Staff Writer March 31, 2022

Due to the warmer weather, the snake population in Pleasanton is increasing and snakes are roaming around Pleasanton trails. “I used to like going to the ridge to go hiking especially during the quarantine...

Governor Newson has been stressing for private water companies to decrease water consumption voluntarily.

Water restrictions continue in Bay Area

Soumya Rangan, Staff Writer March 31, 2022

UPDATE: Following one of the driest Januarys and Februarys on record, Governor Newsom, on March 28th, declared California to up the notch in conserving water. The restrictions from the end of January were...

DECA members presented their proposals before each other on campus and exchanged advice.

DECA and Business Academy students compete in mock Shark Tank contest

Mandy Wong, AVT EIC March 31, 2022

Business students dove into the “shark tank” last Thursday, March 24, to pitch their fictional entrepreneurship ideas to judges. The event was based on the long-running TV show where guest entrepreneurs...

Officers of the Step Up club present all the STEM courses offered at Amador and give advice to members interested in taking them.

Step Up club extends science opportunities to younger students

Emma Ka, Staff Writer March 28, 2022

This year, as part of their mission to promote gender equality in STEM, Amador Valley Step Up is organizing a contest for elementary and middle school students. The club hopes to foster an interest in...

Ryan Lau, Aadit Policepatil, Matt Carter, and Blake Bouchard working in the Sidetrack kitchen.

Mr. Amador Fundraiser at Sidetrack Bar for Children’s Home

Kylie Cancilla, Staff Writer March 27, 2022

On Thursday, March 24th, the Mr. Amador boys fundraised with Sidetrack bar acting as waiters, with all the tips the boys earned went to the George Marks Children's home.  “I thought the fundraiser...

Amador students have the opportunity to travel to Greece and other countries.

AV teachers bring back abroad trips for students

Parker Brown and Sofia Skinner March 24, 2022

Now that COVID-19 has dialed down, Amador Valley teachers are offering an amazing opportunity for a select few students to travel abroad. They are giving them a chance to experience Italy, Greece, Costa...

Amador seniors are relieved that admission numbers will not be capped for the admitted 2022 class.

UC Berkeley battles with Supreme Court of CA to maintain admission numbers

Mark Zhou, Staff Writer March 23, 2022

 The Supreme Court of California ruled on March 3 that the University of California, Berkeley must maintain admissions at 2020 levels due to a housing crisis in the city. On March 11, the Senate passed...

 Ritika Ghosh (‘23) and Julianna Diwa (‘24) working together with no masks.

Masking rules change at school: how is class different without masks?

Sofia Skinner, Haley Gottlieb, and Parker Brown March 20, 2022

As of March 12, the Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) stopped requiring masks inside, however, they are still strongly recommended.  Students have been advised to respect everyone's personal...

The AmadorUAVs' display table, featuring their drones and a propeller testing machine.

Over 50 Organizations Exhibit at Tri-Valley Innovation Fair

Enzo Peixoto, Staff Writer March 19, 2022

The Tri-Valley Innovation Fair took place at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on March 19. It featured over 50 organizations displaying technology ranging from fields such as astronomy, physics, and biology. Genomics...

A crowd gathers as a student lifts 30 pounds of ammunition from Sergeant Maina's presentation table.

Marines visit Amador for recruiting interests

Tejasvini Ramesh and Eva Raul March 17, 2022

On March 16, the US Marine Corps visited Amador to talk to students about recruitment. Students were given the opportunity to ask questions, meet new people, and participate in fun exercises.  “I’m...

Every year, officials receive hundreds of applications and try to organize and facilitate the needs of students across the district.

Understanding the enrollment process at PUSD schools

Zenil Koovejee and Jackson Mello March 16, 2022

The Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) is finalizing enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year as new and old students continue their journey at schools in Pleasanton.  “The enrollment process...

Many stores put up decorations in order to match the festivities around town.

St. Patrick’s Day in downtown Pleasanton: what to expect

Aileen Hu and Krithika Subramaniam March 15, 2022

Shops throughout downtown Pleasanton have begun decorating their stores with many St. Patrick’s Day specials. Although there is the Brew Crawl which happens yearly on the evening of March 17, individual...

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