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AV Dhamaka and the team's advisor Mr. Ra are proudly smiling on stage after the team's thrilling performance.

Dhamaka Hosts Third Annual Showcase, Isvara, at Amador Valley

Manya Bhargava, Staff Writer April 17, 2025

On March 29, Amador Valley’s Bollywood team, Dhamaka, hosted its highly anticipated annual showcase, Isvara, in the MPR. The event marked the culmination of their 2024-2025 season and featured talented...

A bacon statue at Sonoma State University.

Pleasanton High School Students Tour Sonoma State

Ashley Guerrero Zamora, Staff Writer April 6, 2025

On March 25, students from Amador Valley, Village, and Foothill High School took a field trip to Sonoma State along with counselors Hashimi and Torres. The student left at around 9 a.m. and toured the...

The students from Amador Valley and Village High School helped create this event into a successful moment for upperclassmen.

A Wake-Up Call at Amador Valley: EFM

Briahna Ma and Natalie Knosp April 4, 2025

Every fifteen minutes, someone's life is abruptly cut short because of a preventable, alcohol-related car crash. This alarming statistic may seem distant—until it hits close to home. The “Every Fifteen...

AVHS Dons United to celebrate the Wish Week! Posters line up the walls around campus.

AV Dons Unite to Celebrate Wish Week

Ahana Sarjapur, Segments Editor March 28, 2025

On the week of 3/17 to 3/21, the Amador Valley Dons celebrated wish week to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that grants the wishes...

Peeps Project: A Creative Take on Psychology at AV

Peeps Project: A Creative Take on Psychology at AV

Ojal Pujji, Senior Staff Writer March 20, 2025

The Peeps Project is a hands-on activity designed to help psychology students apply and understand key social psychology concepts in a fun and interactive way. Each year, AP Psychology students use Peeps,...

Students were split into two sessions so everyone had a chance to witness the great performances the AV clubs had prepared.

Donversity Rally 2025: Celebrating Culture and Community at Amador Valley

Leona Jew, AVT Editor March 11, 2025

On Friday, March 7th, Amador Valley High School concluded its annual Donversity Week with the highly anticipated Donversity Rally—a vibrant celebration of the school’s diverse culture and community. “Donversity...

Many clubs like Dhamaka had wonderful performances to represent their culture and diversity.

Amador celebrates week full of diversity: 2025 Donversity

Aakanksha Balachander, Amadon Editor March 8, 2025

This week, Amador Valley High School celebrated Donversity Week, an Amador tradition that celebrates diversity on campus. The week featured fun lunchtime activities, culminating in the annual Donversity...

Mrs. Kamali and Abby Jones strike a Reverse Warrior and Warrior 1 pose.

Amador Introduces Yoga Class for Next Year

Grace Gable and Katie Barhite March 2, 2025

For this upcoming school year, the physical education program will be adding another branch to its curriculum. Next year, they will offer a yoga class to everyone to add to their schedules. Dawn Silva...

Once the fire occurred in the AVHS small gym, the original 2023 plans were no longer feasible as it would have left AVHS without a gymnasium during the entire renovation period.

Lack of Communication With AV Renovation Project Cause Frustration

Shimon Arai, AVT Editor-in-Chief February 28, 2025

One of the biggest challenges with the new AVHS renovation project is the lack of communication with the new plans with the AV campus community.   As of the date the Amadon went to print, there were...

Everybody takes turns playing their own rhythm and clapping along to the beat of the drum.

Amador hosts BSU Drum Lunch

Aren Case and Ezekiel Brown February 27, 2025

Amador Valley High School's Black Student Union (BSU) actively builds a supportive and inclusive space for Black students while also promoting cultural pride and fostering a strong sense of community....

Amador Science Olympiad team celebrates their impressive fourth-place finish at the Alameda Regional.

Amador Science Olympiad Team Advances to States

Amy Yan, AVtv Segment Editor February 19, 2025

After a strong performance at the Alameda Regional (ACSO) competition, Amador Valley’s Science Olympiad team has successfully secured a spot at the state competition. The team placed fourth overall,...

Amador Valley’s Science Bowl team celebrates their success with a trophy in hand after a strong performance at regionals. (Photo Courtesy of AV Science Bowl)

Amador’s Science Bowl Places Second at Regionals

Amy Yan, AVtv Segment Editor February 19, 2025

On Jan. 25, Amador’s Science Bowl made an unforgettable memory by winning second place at the regional competition, an event that showcased their extraordinary skills. “It felt great being on a...

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