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

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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

Running back Brad Sowersby scores one of his four touchdowns in the 65-0 win over the Madison Mavericks Friday at Comalander Stadium.
Branding the Mavericks
Roman Parkis, Staff Writer • September 17, 2024

Football shut out the Madison Mavericks Friday with a 65-0 score at Comalander Stadium. The team takes on Boerne Champion in the district...

Senior linebacker Daniel De Hoyos junior linebacker Colton Hornsby and junior linebacker Jacob Stover look to celebrate another win at Comalander tonight when they face Madison. Both teams are coming off losses and look to clinch a 2-1 record heading into district play.
Showdown at the Comalander
September 13, 2024
With a defender bearing down on him, junior Quentin Sampson jets down the sideline Sampson had 13 yards rushing Friday against Brennan.
Bearing down
September 11, 2024
Junior running back Lincoln McKeon gets some playing time in the 45-0 season opener over Roosevelt. He had seven carries for 33 yards.
Bracing for the Bears
September 5, 2024
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Wrestling coach Tim Clarkson was named the 5A Region IV Coach of the Year by his peers. Music by MorningLightMusic on YT
Wrestling coach named tops for Region IV 5A
August 9, 2024

Former editor Orlando Mendiola is a freelance writer who writes for WIRED magazine on occasion. Photo courtesy of Orlando Mendiola.
Former newspaper editor publishes first children's book
Bethany Mann, Editor-in-Chief • September 4, 2024

Former newspaper editor and 2015 graduate Orlando Mendiola published his first children’s book “The Last Tamale” Tuesday. Inspired by...

Running an errand during fifth period Lauren Boswell stops to pose for a picture
A new occupation
May 3, 2024
In Comal school district, 22.0% of students are eligible to participate in the federal free and reduced price meal program, making the federal nutrition program a necessity. Photo by Annie Spratt via Unsplash.
Texas should adopt federal nutrition program
Bethany Mann, Editor-in-Chief • April 18, 2024

This summer, 35 states will participate in a $2.5 billion federal nutrition program that will give families who qualify for free and reduced...

The Miss America Competition started in 1921 after women's 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...

The New Voices Act first appeared in 2015, with Nebraska being the first state to pass it into law. Graphic by Dhruvi Bhagwat via Canva Graphics.
States should adopt New Voices Act to protect student journalism
Austen Young, Staff Writer • February 22, 2024

Student Press Freedom Day, taking place on Feb. 22, commemorates the long fight for journalistic freedoms and celebrates the rights of student...

Photo from Adrianne Lenker's album "Bright Future" via 4AD Records
March music monthly
Austen Young, Staff Writer • April 4, 2024

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