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Valley Ventana
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

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9 athletes sign letters of intent
Alex Whelchel, Managing Editor
April 18, 2024
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Olivia Fuentes will play beach volleyball at Tarleton University in the fall after signing on April 17. Photo by Daniel Grant
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Senior Jack Ruston thanks the crowd as he leaves the stage after performing at the talent show.
Show stopping number
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What is the hype around the Marvel Rivals ?
Student support specialist Hope Zettler wraps a tamale while making them with the culinary classes on Tuesday.
Culinary students, teachers make homemade tamales
Principal Stacia Snyder and "Ranger" John Bell get their guns up high as the high school's representatives.
Rally in the Valley
Librarian Amanda Trussell talks with senior David Pemberton about the importance of freedom of speech.
Freedom Walk teaches students importance of free speech
During the 3rd period Constitution Day assembly, seniors received pocket constitutions as they walked into the auditorium.
Gallery: Constitution Day
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Joshua Velasquez committed to serving his country in the U.S. Army.
Beyond basic
Sydney Rakowitz will study education and training and music at the University of Incarnate Word.
Seniors sign to continue athletic, non-athletic careers
Senior Ella Pickron clears the 13 foot bar at the state track meet on May 3. Pickron was the only one in the girls 5A division to clear this height, securing her a first place win. (Photo by Davis Kuhn)
Gallery: State track meet
Walking the runway in style, juniors Alissa Kastle and Junior Miah Garcia are photographed
Own the stage
Junior Kylah Moller is lifted up by her teammates during the varsity dance team's performance at Founder's Day.
Gallery: Founder's Day celebration
At the end of the mock funeral on March 8, seniors Karlie Jackson, Kannon Day, Ashlyn Mansfield, Victoria Williams and Ryder Bonser placed a banner and a baseball glove on the casket for senior Maverick Minister. The funeral aimed to teach students about life after a loved one dies from drunk driving.
Gallery: Shattered Dreams funeral
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(Left to Right) Alyssa Reboulet and Hunter Starr earn All Star cast awards, while Katelyn Olivares earns Honorable Mention.
Theatre advances to Districts
As spring break is coming up, here are some safety tips and reminders.
Happy times and bright sunshine
The Valley Ventana is more than just a publication – it’s your gateway to everything happening around campus and beyond.
The legacy of the Valley Ventana
Freshman Elise Hornburg (middle right) with her relay teammates on the podium and the regional meet.
Swimming to new heights
This NCAA graphic showcases the teams selected from this past year's college football playoffs. (NCAA
College football disaster
Senior Julian Colugna runs down field with the ball to score a touchdown after intercepting the ball.
Football ends season with state championship