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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

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Drake Hanson created his photography account, 23media, that has become very well known at Pleasant Valley High School for his photography at school events.

23media feature

Brooklyn Gowan, PV Only Editor May 21, 2023

The social media account 23media_ has become a well known name among the halls of Pleasant Valley High School. Because of his impressive photography skills at sporting and other school events, senior Drake...

The inaugural Spartan Spotlighters production came to a close on April 30 to much acclaim. They performed “The Wizard of Oz”, and featured disabled students between seventh and 12th grades.

Spartan Spotlighters take audiences ‘Over the Rainbow’ with remarkable performance

Jae Jepsen, Copy Editor May 17, 2023

On April 29, the Spartan Spotlighters took the final bow of their inaugural show, and did it to a standing ovation. The house was packed with actors’ loved ones and other visitors alike, and the sense...

Farming has been part of senior Cale Claussens life for as long as he can remember. Earning his FFA degree was a meaningful accomplishment for his entire family.
Photo credit to Mark Mess.

Dedicated senior shapes his future in agriculture through FFA degree

Kushi Maridu, Co-Editor-in-Chief May 8, 2023

High school is a time of exploration, preparing many students for the future educational journey and for the rest of their life. For one dedicated PV senior, Cale Claussen, his four years in high school...

Pleasant Valley Junior High teachers and students participated in a basketball game to raise money for Zach and his family. They sold Zach’s Army shirts as part of the fundraiser.

Zach’s Army: The abundance of support shown from the community

Brooklyn Gowan, PV only editor May 2, 2023

Zach Maxwell, a current student at Pleasant Valley Junior High, has faced life-altering battles after being diagnosed with aggressive bone cancer this year. Earlier this year, Zach had  his arm amputated...

On March 21, many schools across Iowa received threats through phone calls which resulted in many of the districts going on lockdown.

Swatting calls: False threats to Iowa schools

Brooklyn Gonwan, PV Only Editor May 2, 2023

On March 21, 2023, around 30 schools across Iowa received “swatting calls.” These schools received a call between the 8:00 and 10:30 a.m, sending the schools into lockdowns.  A “swatting call”...

North Scott Director of Curriculum and Instruction Bernadette Burstkern will be taking over Mike Zimmer’s job as Director of Secondary Education in the fall.

Brustkern to take over as PV Director of Secondary Education

Jae Jepsen, Copy Editor May 2, 2023

Students don’t often recognize the hard work of administrators. While teachers are familiar and accessible, admins tend to take a backseat role in the running of the district. But as Director of Secondary...

A tribute to a fallen dance legend

A tribute to a fallen dance legend

Sarah Abdullah, Social Media May 2, 2023

Generally known as the long-time judge on “Dancing With the Stars” and “Strictly Come Dancing”, Len Goodman embodied the essence of what an educated, sophisticated and dedicated dancer aspires...

The Pleasant Valley Sparkles, one of their very special programs, giving the opportunity to cheer under the Friday night lights.

Inclusivity and innovation to reach excellence in the Pleasant Valley community

Grace Sherman, Student Life Editor May 1, 2023

The PV school district takes pride in its motto, "Not for students, but for all students." To promote equal opportunity, the PV district strives to offer many different opportunities for each student —...

Though commonly recognized today as beautiful handwriting, calligraphy has a rich and significant cultural history.

Calligraphy: The origins of beautiful handwriting

Leila Assadi, Lead editor April 24, 2023

Calligraphy is a visual art form of writing known for its intricate designs and letter execution. Though it was recently taken over by TikTok as merely an aesthetic way to take notes and organize weekly...

Local, daily newspapers are struggling amid an industry growing increasingly digital.

The end of print news looms near

Shobini Iyer, EIC April 17, 2023

With the ever-encroaching shift to digital media, the print news sector has seen an inevitable decline. Some publishers like The New York Times have adapted to the changing media landscape, more than compensating...

Despite the risks accompanying private user information input to companies, it is far too common for consumers to share their data without a second thought.

A technological façade: The ignored problem with data collection

Jake Wilsted, Business Manager April 11, 2023

In a world where technology dependence continues to grow, people are often blind to the implications of using its applications. Upon signing up for an application or membership program, people are prompted...

Parasocial relationships are formed when a fan of a celebrity begins to form a real attachment to them despite there being no real interaction or relationship between the two.

The illusion of intimacy: Fans prone to forming parasocial relationships with celebrities

Jae Jepsen, Copy Editor April 4, 2023

Have you ever looked at a celebrity and thought, “If only we met each other in real life, we could’ve been friends?” If you have, you likely have formed a parasocial relationship with the celebrity. A...

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