The importance of extracurriculars, particularly those of the arts or athletics, has been recognized by many. Extracurriculars can teach students many skills that they can’t learn through just academics,...
Kushi Maridu, Co-Editor-In-Chief
• January 8, 2023
With the increase in technology usage and digital networking, we must consider data privacy and our own security more than ever before. VPNs have become increasingly popular as an inexpensive, convenient...
She's the effortlessly perfect depiction of the male gaze. Her interests coincide with that of her male contemporaries like a puzzle piece. The cool girl is what every guy desires and many women long to...
Walking the halls of Pleasant Valley High School can tell different stories. Stories about athletes, championships, artists and musicians. But those same halls, in a corner of the school where the engineering...
On December 10th, Grant Wahl was covering the exhilarating climax of the Netherlands versus Argentina game when he suddenly collapsed. Help was immediately called, and he was treated for 20 to 30 minutes...
“Well, not all education has to occur in a classroom.”
In 2017, Director of Secondary Education Mike Zimmer was approached about building a plane at PVHS. Inspired by the idea, he aimed to create...
The holidays are an expensive time of year: gifts, home decor , food, exterior lights and different activities with family and friends can quickly become pricey.
In 2021, the average American spent...
The Quad Cities Penguin Project proudly announces the production of Disney's High School Musical Jr. This year's performance will take place on the main stage in the Brunner Theatre at Augustana College. ...
In a society that preaches a preconceived notion of perfection, narratives not fitting certain ideals are lost. And if such stories are told, it's in censored moderation. This suppression is the case for...
As November closes and Christmas draws nearer, everyone is eager to fill their carts during their shopping with the newest and best toys for their kids to stuff in stockings and place under the Christmas...
The journey to the US for refugees is full of hardship and adversity. Many face persecution and corruption in their home country and are required to seek life elsewhere. Often using an array of transportation,...
Caity Burke, Social Media Manager
• December 9, 2022
The jolliest time of the year; known for love, family and celebration. As everyone comes together to enjoy the snowy season, the clouds hang lower over some. The absence of those who once enjoyed the holidays...
