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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

Beyond basic

Seniors make military commitments
Margaret Edmonson, Adviser
May 17, 2024
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Evan Correa received a $200,000 scholarship from the Navy.
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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
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
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
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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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
Senior Karlie Jackson cries over senior Maverick Minister's body during the Shattered Dreams presentation March 7. Students watched a video in their second period before heading to the rotunda parking lot.
Gallery: Shattered Dreams
The state bound wrestling team poses for a photo after their send off on Feb. 14.
Wrestlers head off to state
Giving out the annual National Merit recognition awards on October 27th, principal Stacia Snyder shakes hands with junior Madilyn Trevino
National Merit Recognition
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"Joker: Folie à Deux" was released on Friday, Oct. 4, five years after the first "Joker" movie. Photo via Warner Bros.
"Joker: Folie à Deux" brings captivating story to "Joker" franchise
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Senior RB Brad Sowersby advances the ball down field during the game against Pieper Friday.
Battle at the Coliseum
As the Warriors punt the ball to the Rangers, sophomore safety, Hunter Haug(38), blocks the kick, allowing junior line backer, Colton Hornsby(17), to scoop it up for a touchdown.
Ranger Roundup
Millions are impacted by the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Non-profit organizations such as American red Cross, the Salvation Army, and more help those in need.
Hurricane Helene strikes: Over 137 lives lost as the storm batters southeastern states
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