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The student news site of Amador Valley High School

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PUSD funding affects major parts of Amador Valley High School including its students, families, and faculty.

PUSD Eliminates Summer School Starting 2025 Due to Budget Cuts

Abigail Jones, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) has announced that it will no longer offer summer school starting in 2025 due to statewide budget cuts. For years, PUSD’s summer school program has provided...

Classes all across the campus presented their booth to students and parents, showcasing the benefits of taking the class.

Exploring Opportunities: Amador Valley Hosts Annual Elective Fair

Amogh Belgal and Rishit Agnihotri January 31, 2025

This past Monday, representatives from elective classes across campus participated in Amador Valley’s Elective Fair, giving students and parents a closer look at the wide range of courses available....

The wellness center is located near the entrance of the library, keeping it's door closed until later notice.

AV Wellness Center Closes Down Indefinitely

Owen Corpora, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

On Jan. 9, the unfortunate news came that Cindy Tovar, the counselor who ran the Wellness Center, was leaving. While the district is working on finding a replacement, the center remains closed. Until then,...

The class has an active population of students that rely on the class as a source of support.

The Uncertain Future of AVID at Amador Valley

Abhay Girish, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

The AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program at Amador Valley High School, designed to equip students with essential academic and life skills, is in jeopardy as budget cuts threaten its...

AV Comp Civics poses after a dress rehearsal in preparation for the states competition.

AV Comp Civics Looks Ahead to State Competition

Mila Kalezic, Amadon Editor January 28, 2025

On Feb. 1, Amador Valley’s “We the People” Civics Team will compete in Sacramento for the state competition. For now, they meticulously prepare with long practices and frequent meet-ups. “My...

Amador and Foothill held dual drama practices to create the perfect cast for the Addam's Family.

AVHS Joins FHS to Begin Rehearsals for Spring Musical: “The Addams Family”

Amber Wong, Senior Staff Writer January 27, 2025

This semester, Amador Valley High School and Foothill High School are collaborating on their annual production showcasing the musical The Addams Family, rehearsing relentlessly to delight audiences with...

Amador Valley's talented clubs and performers, including the Pom Team, practice hard for the upcoming Donversity Rally.

AV Leadership and Clubs begin preparations for Donversity Rally

Manya Bhargava, Staff Writer January 26, 2025

Preparations for the Donversity rally are underway as the vibrant teams and clubs of Amador come together to practice their thrilling routines and share their culture to the Amador community. The Donversity...

A poster advertises the upcoming elective fair.

Exploring Opportunities: Amador Valley’s Annual Elective and Curriculum Fair

Trevor Lyons and Harry Sun January 24, 2025

On Jan 27., Amador Valley will host its annual Elective and Curriculum Fair in the gym at 6 p.m. Teachers will showcase their elective courses, giving students and parents a chance to explore the many...

Japanese Teacher Rieko Murphy’s door decorations revolve around the theme of a gingerbread man.

Door Decoration: AV Holiday Traditions

Floressa Mukherjee and Lanie Win December 18, 2024

As the semester wraps up and Christmas approaches around the corner, teachers show their festive spirit by decorating their classroom doors. Classrooms have a chance to enter in the door decorating competition...

French students held many presentations over the week to celebrate the culture of their class.

French and Festivities: Amador celebrates National French Week

Sarina Liu, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

This year, members of the French Honors Society gathered to celebrate National French Week during lunch and access period on November 14th, 2024. The annual celebration takes place from November 10th to...

As each of the department adopts a family, the classes all come together in an effort to give back to those who need it.

Amador Valley Revives Adopt-a-Family Tradition

Anvitha Vinothshankr and Sikha Ray December 14, 2024

This year, Amador Valley High School has revived its longstanding tradition of participating in the Adopt-a-Family program. This heartwarming initiative allows students and staff to bring joy to families...

The Geography club members stand alongside Mr. Sullivan to thank him for his visit.

Geography Club hosts International Ambassador

Mila Kalezic, Senior Staff Writer December 12, 2024

On October 24, 2024, former U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe and Angola, Joseph Sullivan, visited Amador Valley High School to share insights from his career in foreign service. This event offered students...

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