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The student news site of Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch, Texas

Valley Ventana

The student news site of Smithson Valley High School in Spring Branch, Texas

Valley Ventana

Even though students are required to put their phones away in class, they will often hide it behind their desk.
School policies affect cell phone use
Brody Turner, Staff Writer • March 5, 2024

When sophomore Karli Nimmo walks into seventh period world history, she puts her phone in cell phone pockets on the wall.  “I like to put...

During first period english IV Katie Farmer plugs her airpods in her ears and watches videos on her phone while her chromebook assignment is incomplete
Define college ready
January 24, 2024
Sophomore Kamryn Prater runs the bases in attempt to make it back to home plate against her opponents from Tivy
Ranger Roundup
Sports staff March 27, 2024

Boys Soccer On March 25th the Rangers lost 3-0 against the Liberty Hill Panthers. Their Season will end in the first district playoff game...

Junior Zailey Zimmerman crosses the finish line at the Ranger Relays.
Ranger Roundup
March 20, 2024
Freshman Peyton Cox had a goal in the 7-0 win against Wagner. The girls soccer team is currently first in district with a record of 9-1-1.
Ranger Roundup
February 28, 2024
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Hollywood should stop remaking old movies and sequels and come up with new original ideas. Photo by Geoffrey Moffett via Unsplash
Opinion: Stop remaking old movies
Alex Whelchel, Managing Editor • March 19, 2024

Lately, it seems as though every new movie and series release isn't actually new. In the three months since 2024 started a Mean Girls remake,...

The Miss America Competition started in 1921 after womens roles began to change, giving them more power in society. It has since become a staple for trends and household discussion. Photo via Miss America website.
Miss America 2024 winner shows changing nature of competition
Bethany Mann, Editor-in-Chief • March 19, 2024

Although movies like “Miss Congeniality” and reality television shows like “Toddlers and Tiaras” make beauty pageants seem like a competition...

FACS presented the second day of Shattered Dreams with a memorial service to recognize mock accident victim Maverick Minister.
Honoring those lost
Shattered Dreams program includes mock memorial service
Dhruvi Bhagwat, Adam Black, Ashtyn Krall, and Gabriel Marentes March 19, 2024

Senior Jake McAnelly poses in front of the Pedernales Electric Cooperative building after finding out he was selected for the Youth Tour. Photo courtesy of Jessica McAnelly.
Charging the future
Bethany Mann, Editor-in-Chief • March 25, 2024

Senior Jake McAnelly will participate in the Youth Tour in Washington D.C. this June as a representative of the Pedernales Electric Cooperative. The...

Anonymous student makes $10 bucks after a Wednesday night shift.
Big shifts, small tips: High school students discuss problems with tipping
Grayson Cook, Staff Writer • March 4, 2024

Tipping can be hard. It’s difficult to decide how much is appropriate, or if it’s appropriate at all depending on the server’s performance.  According...

After cleaning senior dining during fifth period Willie Grubb poses for a picture.
Acts of courage
Solily San Miguel, Design/Production editor • February 27, 2024

When custodian Willie Grubb saw a house burning down as a junior firefighter, he didn't hesitate to suit up and run in, saving a 2-year-old girl. “I...

Senior Greyson Clark and Freshman Roman Parkas playing UNO with another club member
TableTop club gives students a safe place
Grayson Cook, Staff Writer • January 26, 2024

The TableTop club is a place for everyone. A place where students can do something other than sit in a chair all day listening to their teacher...

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