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Seniors gathered in the library to watch the counselors present through the projector screen.

Counselors present to seniors about post high school pathways

Katy Clark, AVT Page Editor September 28, 2022

In the multipurpose room and library for the last two block days, the counselors gave a presentation during ACCESS to the seniors about plans after high school.  “This is senior year. I am sure there...

During the fall, college representatives often visit high school campuses to give students the chance to learn more about different universities. Amador Valley has multiple "college visit days' in the fall.

AV welcomes college reps onto campus

Aileen Hu and Krithika Subramaniam September 28, 2022

On Thursday, September 22nd, representatives from UC San Diego, the University of Chicago, the University of Miami, and the University of Oklahoma-Norman visited Amador during lunch so that students can...

The Queen's death triggers doubts over the monarchy in Commonwealth realms.

The British Commonwealth: past, present, and future

Parth Mishra, Podcast Editor September 27, 2022

Queen Elizabeth II died aged 96 on 8 September 2022 at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. In her passing she leaves behind her family, the throne of the United Kingdom, and more significantly, her position as...

The death of Queen Elizabeth marked the end of an era that spanned decades.

A life of selfless service: Queen Elizabeth II dies at the age of 96

Zenil Koovejee, AVtv Show Producer September 27, 2022

This past week, the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and the world have come to a standstill in light of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch to embrace the British throne and...

The minimum wage worker shortage is apparent in most Pleasanton establishments. Hiring advertisements signs are popping up throughout the city.

Minimum wage workers shortage in Pleasanton

Lexiss Quade Marajas, Staff Writer September 26, 2022

Minimum wage workers shortage in Pleasanton Pleasanton is suffering from an unemployment problem and as a result, many jobs are urgently looking for employees. This issue is the result of students taking...

Rides with great heights at the fair have always been a source of angst or excitement.

Alameda County Fair’s safety: a history

Andrew Naylor, Staff Writer September 26, 2022

 On Sept. 4 the viral video of the Rotating Drop Tower ride falling brought attention to the conversation of fair safety in the media.  The local Alameda Fair’s own safety has been put under the spotlight. Alameda...

Arya Yalamanchi ('24) carefully makes his first incision into the brain.

Psychology students dissect sheep brains for biology unit

Andrew Xiao and Gyan Bhambhani September 26, 2022

Last block day, the AP psychology classes conducted a dissection activity as part of the biology unit, where students handled and cut into a sheep’s brain.  “I thought it was pretty interesting...

Ike Shehadeh has incorporated his face into each logo to give a personalized touch to his business

Pleasanton welcomes the arrival of a new sandwich shop

Krithika Subramaniam, AVT A&E Editor September 23, 2022

Ike’s, a new sandwich shop, has opened up near Noah’s Bagel in Pleasanton. Founded by Ike Shehadeh in 2007, the shop originated from San Fransisco and has worked its way to having over 74 shops throughout...

Amador seniors performed well in the PSAT/NMSQT test held last spring, with 36 semifinalists selected.

36 Amador seniors announced as semifinalists for National Merit Scholarship Program

Diana Schwartz, Staff Writer September 22, 2022

36 Amador seniors were designated semifinalists for the National Merit Scholarship program on Sept. 14.  Semifinalists are selected based on the results of the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship...

On the blacktop, students wait in line for ice cream.

Marching Band hosts Ice Cream Social fundraiser

Vincent Ma, Staff Writer September 20, 2022

Last weekend, the Amador Marching Band hosted an Ice Cream Social for its members and their families.  During the event, students had the opportunity to socialize, participating in games and activities,...

The new bell systems are all run through the digital clocks that were installed last school year.

Fluctuating bell volumes cause confusions with daily schedule

Katy Clark, Page Editor September 20, 2022

Throughout the past week, students and teachers have noticed a change in the volume of the bells. The administration has been working to address these fluctuations with the outside company in order to...

The Competition Civics team visits Berkeley for their first case study session with their teacher and coach Stacey Sklar (right).

Competition civics team gears up for new year

Parth Mishra, AV Radio and Podcast Editor September 20, 2022

Since the start of the school year, Amador’s Competition Civics team has been dedicated to learning the ins and outs of the Constitution. The team is currently going over a brief overview of each unit...

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