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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

Spartan Shield

The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

Spartan Shield

The negative effects of pornography run deep with so many involved in the industry behind the scenes and many more addicted and exposed to it.

The silent killer of love: How pornography has infiltrated society and relationships

Beth Mooy, Infographic Manager March 26, 2021

For decades people have been exposed and addicted to pornography without realizing the harm they are causing to themselves, others in their lives and women thousands of miles away. Porn is a business...

PV students have returned to 100 percent in-person learning after being online and hybrid for most of the pandemic thus far.

One year into the pandemic: How education has changed

Ramya Subramaniam, Student Life Editor March 23, 2021

Last March schools across the nation were abruptly closed due to the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic. One year later, education has evolved and adapted to the restrictions set in place. In spring...

Countless students struggle with battling and establishing reputations in high school amidst the changing atmosphere.

Make it or break it: How reputations impact the minds of high school students

Anna Thorne, Arts and Entertainment Editor March 23, 2021

Often it is challenging to resist the perceptions others may have of oneself, and that difficulty is extremely prominent within the walls of each and every high school. The reputations students have...

Andrew Cuomo has been ravaged by sexual harassment allegations and false reporting of nursing home deaths.

The fall of Andrew Cuomo

Sid Sharma, Feature Editor March 23, 2021

  New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was put into the national spotlight for his leadership during his state’s fight against COVID-19. One year later, however, allegations of sexual harassment and...

Trouble in paradise: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry speak out

Trouble in paradise: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry speak out

Lauren Guinn, Opinion Editor March 20, 2021

Meghan Markle's existence became controversial to many when she got engaged to Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex. The British media, particularly the tabloids, have been known to be extremely critical of the...

Cara Johnson (left) and Aslynn Brown (right) are two Pleasant Valley seniors who used their online thrifting business to support a friend after tragedy.

Finding importance within community: Local teens aid a friend in recovering from tragedy

Anna Thorne, Arts & Entertainment Editor March 9, 2021

Joad Wickham, 18-year-old senior at Edison, has experienced hardship unlike anything most teenagers have to think about. In an unexpected house fire, Wickham lost his parents, niece, two dogs, his house,...

The evolution of relationships: How dating culture disappeared

Beth Mooy, Infographic Manager March 2, 2021

Many students are filled with confusion about their dating life; some might say that it doesn’t even exist. Although it might seem impossible to change the current culture,  teens set the standard for...

Justin Baldoni, actor and director, uses his platform to amplify and encourage the voices of young men.

Redefining masculinity: Justin Baldoni and the fight to be vulnerable

Sid Sharma, Feature Editor March 2, 2021

Justin Baldoni may be known as the father of an artificially inseminated baby in the television series “Jane the Virgin,” but he is also an activist for redefining masculinity. Baldoni is an American...

Villainizing the vulnerable: The media’s portrayal of struggling women

Ingrid Hofmann, Editor in Chief February 23, 2021

In its latest installment of its series of standalone documentaries, The New York Times Presents sought to bring attention to the lack of autonomy that Britney Spears has had since her mental breakdown...

Senior Morgan Sorenson working an early morning shift at Kahl Home after recovering from her reaction to the Covid-19 vaccine

Vaccine Variations: The differing effects of the Covid-19 vaccines

Matt Mickle, PV Only Editor February 23, 2021

As the Covid-19 vaccine makes its way around the United States, it is starting to answer some questions many people had before the first dose was administered. A concern shared around the globe...

Senior Joey Borbeck listening to Morgan Wallen on one of the few platforms where he is still available, Spotify

The unfairness of cancel culture

Paris Fietsam, Social Media Manager February 23, 2021

Cancel culture has impacted many in pop culture within the past few years. As it becomes increasingly more popular, it threatens the careers of celebrities and influencers.   Many people have been...

Advertisement for the Super Bowl LV and The Weeknd’s show during halftime. The artist poses in a costume to promote his performance.

The Weeknd’s Super Bowl LV Performance: Unveiling his perception on celebrity plastic surgery

Ella Litchfield, Photo Manager February 15, 2021

The Weeknd’s half-time performance for Super Bowl LV on Feb. 7 has given clarity to those who have been following his antics within the past few months.  This singer, also known as Abel Makkonen...

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