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The student news site of Amador Valley High School

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The student news site of Amador Valley High School

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From early school to late practices, students, no matter the sport, sacrifice their time to make their schedules work.

Athlete or student: How do students balance the work and sports at school?

Ojal Pujji, Staff Writer March 21, 2024

Finding the balance between academic and sports commitments is a significant challenge for students, where they are tested to meet the expectations of both academic and athletic worlds. “I find it...

St. Patrick's Day

Grandeur of green: Dublin celebrates St. Patrick’s Day

Zenil Koovejee and Shimon Arai March 21, 2024

In the heart of Dublin, California, a wave of green swept over the streets as the community came together to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. From Mar 17-18, the city transformed into a lively carnival of...

Even in our school, students dedicate their lunch to celebrate March Madness by playing basketball.

March Madness: Where does the craze come from?

Jerry Liu, Senior Staff Writer March 19, 2024

As March 19 – the day when NCAA’s March Madness tournament begins – approaches, a feverish frenzy grips the nation, captivating sports enthusiasts and casual fans alike. Basketball courts are soon...

The interior of Amador’s small gym was surveyed by LPFD and district officials at 9:20 a.m., the morning after the fire was extinguished. (Provided by Patrick Gannon)

UPDATE: Amador Valley works to recover daily operations after gymnasium fire

In light of last night’s fire in the Amador Valley High School’s small gym, Pleasanton Unified School District officials and Amador administrators made the decision to continue academic instruction...

The Livermore Pleasanton Fire Department arrived at Amador Valley High School to a two-alarm fire in the small gym.

Two-alarm fire breaks out on Amador Valley High School Campus

Jacob Bluvol, Zaynah Shah, Anita Gautam, and Eva Grove March 17, 2024

A fire broke out in the small gym at Amador Valley High School in Pleasanton, CA just before 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 17. The faulty electrical wiring in the building's attic and walls was the suspected...

Zero& is a small drinks and desserts shop near the central area of the Stoneridge Mall.

Food Review: Zero& drinks and desserts at Stoneridge Mall Pleasanton

Aileen Hu, AVT Editor-in-Chief March 15, 2024

Zero& is a California-originated drinks shop with several locations opened in the Bay Area. The chain has been growing in recent months and opened a store on Newbury Street in Boston late last year....

Game to game, the lacrosse team has put on a great performance since the start of the season.

Behind the scenes: AV Lacrosse thrives under the radar

Matteo Gable, AVtv Broadcast Editor March 15, 2024

At Amador Valley High School, amidst a bustling array of sports, lacrosse often glides under the radar, its vibrant season stretching from February 19th to May 30th. Yet, amidst the flurry of activity,...

Primrose Bakery, located in downtown Pleasanton, celebrates Pi Day year after year with special baked goods.

Primrose Bakery via Instagram

3.14 ways to celebrate Pi Day

Rebecca Mestel, AVT Features Editor March 13, 2024

As Pi Day rolls around for yet another March 14 celebration, math teachers around the world work to create entertaining lesson plans for students of all ages. Aiming to explain the circular, non-repeating...

"Kung Fu Panda 4" dominated the box office on opening weekend as fans of the series flocked to watch the latest installment of this childhood favorite.

Movie Review: Kung Fu Panda 4 dominated the box office on opening weekend

Alyssa Vu, AVT Profile Page Editor March 12, 2024

Kung Fu Panda 4, the latest installment in Dreamworks’ iconic franchise, released in theaters on March 8. The film revives the wildly entertaining world of comedy, martial arts, and spirituality to new...

Countless households light diyas in commemoration of Mahashivratri, illuminating their homes with the divine light of Lord Shiva's blessings.

Celebrating cosmic consciousness: Hindus around the world embrace Mahashivratri

Zenil Koovejee, AVT Editor-In-Chief March 11, 2024

Amidst rhythmic chants and vibrant festivities, Mahashivratri, the great night of Lord Shiva, unfolded on March 8th this year. Devotees across the globe immersed themselves in prayers, fasting, and rituals...

Amador Valley DECA, housing over 100 student participants, seeks to infuse the core values of bussiness in every step they take.

DONminating the playing field: Amador Valley DECA goes to States 2024

Ojal Pujji, Staff Writer March 11, 2024

From Mar. 7-10, Amador Valley DECA attended the annual State Career Development Conference in Anaheim, California.  At the annual statewide conference, 6,000 students attended from all over California....

Three Valleys Community Foundation donated the "Cruising Down Memory Lane: Stories of Pleasanton in the 1950s" book profits to AVJournalism to help fund the program.

Journalism students benefit from book about the history of Pleasanton

Anita Gautam, Senior Staff Writer March 8, 2024

On Thursday, March 7th, the AV Journalism program received a donation from the Three Valleys Community Foundation. The creator of the book “Cruising Down Memory Lane Stories of Pleasanton in the 1950s,”...

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