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During school passing periods, students huddled under umbrellas to shield themselves from the relentless downpour.

Atmospheric river drenches Pleasanton in torrential rain

Zenil Koovejee, AVT Editor-In-Chief February 12, 2024

In recent days, Pleasanton — typically known for its mild climate and sunny skies — has been transformed into a waterlogged landscape, with umbrellas and rain coats becoming a daily necessity. According...

At the Stoneridge Mall, lion dancing, skill that requires consistent practice often incorporating acrobatics and martial arts, was performed.

Dances, drums, and dongs welcome Stoneridge Shoppers to the Dragon Year

Yatin Bayya, AV Radio Editor February 7, 2024

On Feb. 3, Stoneridge Mall hosted the annual lion dance performance. This celebrated the start of the 2024 Chinese Lunar New Year, the Dragon Year, and the end of the Rabbit Year. Origins of...

Amador Valleys Competition Civics team placed first at States and will advance to Nationals in DC.

AVHS Comp Civics wins State Championship and advances to Nationals

Grace Huang, Amadon Page Editor February 5, 2024

The  Amador Valley Competition Civics team has proven themselves once again. From Feb. 2 to Feb. 4, the team went to Sacramento to compete with other successful Comp Civics teams from California for a...

The entire cast joins together and takes their final bow, wrapping up the musical.

Pleasanton Youth Theater Company hosts Disney’s Aladdin KIDS

Alyssa Vu, Staff Writer January 30, 2024

From Jan 26-27, The Pleasanton Youth Theater Company presented their seasonal show, Aladdin Jr. Based on the iconic 1992 childrens’ film, an adapted version of the show was performed by multiple casts...

Earning a scholarship to Saint Marys College, Trans achievement stands as the culmination of years filled blood, sweat, tears, and most importantly, hard work.

Lauren Tran (‘25) commits to Saint Mary’s College for Softball

Eva Carranza, Senior Staff Writer January 27, 2024

Recently, Lauren Tran (‘25) committed to playing softball at St. Mary’s College. Tran began playing softball at a young age. Since then, she has been a part of many teams.  “I’ve been playing...

Teachers, students, and parents gather in the large gym for the Curriculum Fair.

A recap of Amador’s 2024 Curriculum Fair

Edwin He, AVT Profiles Editor January 23, 2024

On Jan. 22nd, Amador Valley High School hosted its annual Curriculum Fair for incoming and returning students. From 6 to 8 p.m., students explored different courses Amador offers as they visited various...

Mr. Amadors pie-in-the-face event is a fundraiser that connects students across campus with a fun atmosphere.

Mr. Amador hosts pie-in-the-face fundraising event

Yu Zhu, Staff Writer January 21, 2024

On Thursday, Jan. 18, and Friday, Jan. 19, the Mr. Amador Committee held a Pie-in-the-Face fundraising event at the Q-building entrance after school. For just five dollars ($5.00), people could get a ‘pie’...

Biomed teacher Maria White speaks to freshmen about her class curriculum and what careers students could go into after taking her class.

Career Technology Education hosts outreach program to entire Freshmen class

Maximilien Kiyoi, Segments Editor January 20, 2024

On Friday, Jan. 19, freshman health students took a day off from their usual studies to visit some potential courses for the upcoming school year. Amador’s Career Technology Education (CTE) program hosted...

AVtv 1-11-2024

Matteo Gable, AVtv Broadcast Editor January 11, 2024

Today is our 19th AVtv of the year and we have some important announcements for students including Spring Sports, Hudl Live Streaming Games, and More! We also have 3 great segments today: Baseline...

As the wave of pro-Palestinian protests sweeps through the Bay Area, it encounters resistance and sparks impassioned debates, with some raising concerns of antisemitism amid the fervent activism.

Pro-Palestinian protests surge throughout Bay Area

Parsa Hassanpour, AVT World News & Politics Page Editor December 15, 2023

More than two months since hostilities began in the Gaza Strip, pro-Palestinian protests contine throughout the Bay Area. “[I’m here to] represent my community of Palestinians: to show the regional...

As you enter Deacon Daves, a 25 ft Ferris wheel sits in front of you. A huge bush covered with lights sits behind it.

Glow hard or glow home: Checking out the hottest Christmas spots in town

JT Williams, Senior Staff Writer December 14, 2023

With the Winter season underway, Santa’s helpers have started spreading Christmas cheer, and the holiday spirit is blossoming through the air.  With lights and decorations across town, Pleasanton...

A sea of people ice skate at the Union Square Ice Rink.

Top five festive ice rinks for this holiday season

Shimon Arai and Parsa Hassanpour December 14, 2023

As it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, ice skating rinks are once again attracting tons of visitors every day. There is no better way to spend winter break than to go ice skating with your...

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