With prom being a high school staple, there are a lot of exciting emotions surrounding the event. While prom itself has not changed, the social norms surrounding the dance have evolved over time.
Most...
After months of preparation, the Pleasant Valley High School Ethics Bowl team travelled to the University of North Carolina from April 11-13 to compete in the 12th National High School Ethics Bowl Championship...
As the 2024-25 school year comes to an end, juniors and seniors begin to look forward to all the fun things that come with the end of the school year. For some, that may be the nicer weather and spring...
Social media is changing how students prepare for college, giving them a chance to meet and bond with future classmates before the first day of classes. Through Instagram accounts with “Class of 2029”...
Religion spans across all ages, races, genders and ethnicities. It brings people together on both a local and global scale. While not all people participate in a religion, for those who do, it can help...
On April 25 and 26, Pleasant Valley High School will present a production of “Anastasia” through the Spartan Spotlighters program. The program features students with special needs and gives them the...
On Saturday April 12, 2025 the Pleasant Valley music departments hosted the annual 4A Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA) Solo and Ensemble Festival, which featured over 350 musicians. In addition,...
As the school year comes to an end and graduation approaches, seniors in schools across the country gather around for one of the most anticipated traditions of the school year: “Senior Assassin.”
“Senior...
At the young age of 18, high school students are asked to make a decision that could alter the rest of their lives. From the location of their future employer, their future spouse to even the location...
With the school year coming to a close, a majority of high school seniors are looking forward to their post secondary education. With these plans comes the pressure of applying for scholarships to possibly...
As the weather becomes warmer and it is easier to enjoy time outside, the opportunity to get a good tan is also on the rise.
After a rough Iowa winter, the UV index is now reaching up to four or five....
