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

Valley Ventana
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
Boy Scouts of America announced on May 7 the organization's name will change to Scouting America on the organization's 115th birthday Feb. 8, 2025. Photo by JV via unsplash.com

Boy Scouts changing name after 115 years

Grayson Cook, Staff writer
May 15, 2024
The top 15 students in the senior class receive special recognition at graduation on May 22 due to their hard work throughout high school. Graphic by Alex Whelchel via Canva

Profile: Top 15 seniors

Alex Whelchel, Managing Editor
May 13, 2024
Running an errand during fifth period Lauren Boswell stops to pose for a picture

A new occupation

Solily San Miguel, Design/Production editor
May 3, 2024
During fifth period Elizabeth Little fills out green slips for students

What lies behind the desk

Kayleigh Fisher, Staff Writer
April 29, 2024
Evie Armour stars as Iphigenia in the one-act play that competes at region.

Shining Armour

Alissa Kastle, Staff Writer
April 25, 2024
Senior Sydney Rakowitz plays her cello at YOSA last year. She will attend UIW in the fall with a major in music education. Photo via Sydney Rackowitz

Senior Spotlight: Cello-brating music

Alex Whelchel, Managing Editor
April 16, 2024
The cast and crew are having a public performance of their award-winning one-act play "Iphigenia," on Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. (Graphic courtesy of Smithson Valley Theatre Company)

Grecian turns

Jonathan Jones, Staff Writer
April 5, 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
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
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
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
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