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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

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With COVID-19 regulations constantly evolving, students are left wondering what spring break will look like this March.

Safe spring break? The concern of travel amid COVID-19

Kendall Jarvis, News Editor January 28, 2021

Last March, countless spring break plans were altered due to concerns with the new and relatively unknown COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly one year later, spring break plans remain uncertain due to the same virus. This...

Srikanth Ganesh (bottom right) is also a member of the robotics team, making him even busier

Education and employment: A balancing act

Ethan Stigler, PV Only Editor January 11, 2021

Students working  part-time jobs outside of school is not uncommon. Jobs can benefit  teenagers immensely through providing the opportunity to learn skills and earn quick cash. Oftentimes, challenges...

Morgan Brady has to wear many layers of protective gear to her job.

CNA students: The hardships of being a nurses assistant

Ethan Stigler, PV Only Editor December 22, 2020

While the pandemic has posed challenges for many, some students have had to come face to face with it as part of their jobs.  These students are certified nurses assistants (CNA’s). CNA’s work...

Pleasant Valley FCA used their December meeting to pack Christmas boxes to be donated

Faith through Athletics: How PV’s fellowship of christian athletes is handling the COVID-19 pandemic

Michael VanDerSchaaf, Sports Editor December 22, 2020

Pleasant Valley’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a club for students who compete in the athletic world while maintaining  a strong Christian faith. The COVID-19 pandemic affected both their...

Members of Spartan Assembly showing the food they collected during Halloween from trick or treating for cans.

A helping hand: Schools give back despite cancelled Student Hunger Drive

Akash Pradeep, Feature Editor December 22, 2020

For many years, the Student Hunger Drive at PV has been an opportunity for the district to come together for students and staff to donate non-perishable food and monetary donations to the River Bend Foodbank.  With...

Last year event cancellations did happen, yet the yearbook staff was still able to make a great yearbook!

Can the yearbook survive COVID-19?

Ethan Stigler, PV Only Editor December 17, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has created numerous challenges for PVHS’ yearbook committee including the cancellations of events, new mandates for schools and workplaces and being stuck at home. It has also...

PV students standing in front of the Leaning Tower of Pisa on their trip to Europe in 2019.

Foreign adventures persist: PV international travel remains hopeful

Akash Pradeep, Feature Editor December 15, 2020

In past years, PV students have taken spring or summer trips to places such as Peru, Spain, Greece and more. With COVID-19 limiting many travel agencies, these trips are very difficult to carry out.  However,...

Professional tattoo artists often create meaningful works of art in black and white or with radiant colors.

Changing the stigma of body modifications via piercings, tattoos

Kelly Brewer, Social Media Manager December 8, 2020

Frequently, when someone expresses their interest in a new tattoo or piercing to an adult they are immediately put down. They are told it is “unprofessional” or to “make sure it is hidden.” But...

While some students do attend live meetings, many do not, leaving many meetings empty.

Google meets go unattended many a time

Ethan Stigler, PV Only Editor December 2, 2020

With the hybrid learning schedule this year, students are required to stay home on their remote days, so teachers run a google meet during some of their class periods. A google meet is a livestream that...

In the midst of a pandemic, social isolating isn’t leaving and seasonal depression is approaching for many people.

Seasonal depression impacts students during COVID-19

Amelia Prescher, Infographic Manager December 1, 2020

As December approaches, the change in season signifies a change in time. Colder temperatures and longer nights are beginning to magnify for people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD...

For high risk students extra masks and personal hand sanitizer is a necessity.

Some students have to fear for their life at school

Ethan Stigler, PV Only Editor November 23, 2020

8 out of 10 deaths due to COVID-19 are from people with pre-existing conditions. It is significantly more dangerous for high-risk students to go to school. The COVID-19 pandemic has created many challenges...

Two t-shirts and one life decision. Will Iowans choose the path of the Cyclone or follow the trail of the Hawkeye.

Why students choose Iowa State University and The University of Iowa

Corea Conner, Photo Manager November 10, 2020

Besides being known for their rivalry in football, Iowa State University (ISU) and The University of Iowa (Iowa) are two of the most common universities that Iowa students choose to attend.  Each school...

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