Carson Knebel is currently an active senior at Pleasant Valley High School and works as the Student Life Editor of the Spartan Shield. Carson is excited to expand his horizons and challenge his abilities this year by working on the Spartan Shield. Throughout his high school career, Carson has enjoyed competing with the Pleasant Valley Baseball team as a pitcher. Outside of school, he relaxes at home with his parents, brother and dog. Carson’s hobbies include listening to music and hanging out with his friends. When not engaged in the previous activities, Carson can be found working at Dick’s Sporting Goods where he serves as support staff for online orders. In the future, Carson plans to continue his education at North Iowa Area Community College. Carson is looking forward to contributing to the Spartan Shield!

Parker Paulson is a Pleasant Valley Senior and currently serves as the Spartan Shield’s news editor. Parker can often be heard singing at Pleasant Valley Choir concerts. He is a member of Chamber Choir and the Leading Tones, and he has been selected for All State Choir the last three years. Parker is a swimmer on the Pleasant Valley Boys Swim Team and was selected as a team captain this year. He has qualified for the High School State Swim Meet all three years so far, and is planning on making it four this year. He is a co-founder of the PV Spikeball Club, and he is also a  member of the National Honors Society. His favorite classes are English and French. Outside of school, Parker swims for the local Piranhas Swim Club and also competes in piano competitions. Parker is a lifeguard at the Scott County Park Pool, and often works about 50 hours a week there over the summer. Obviously a very busy man, Parker cherishes every bit of free time that he can get. He spends this extra time swimming, lifting and hanging out with his friends. Next year, Parker is pursuing Criminology at Penn State University and is excited to spread valuable knowledge during his time with the Shield.