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

Daniel Lackey

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-chief

Hello, everyone! I'm senior Daniel Lackey, a second-year editor-in-chief, and even though this year is drastically different from what we have seen before, we're trying to make the most out of it. I can't believe senior year is here already, so as a last-year contributor to this publication, I would love to finish this year with a bang.

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Slideshow: Snowcation Struggles

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
May 10, 2021
Illuminated decorations around the ballroom reflected the enchanted forest theme.

Prom 2021

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-chief
April 27, 2021
Even though her car was left on the side of 281 for several days, senior Kylie Morris made the most out of snowvid by staying over at her friends house for a week.

The beauty and fun of Snowvid

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
March 2, 2021
This form of currency has been around for a long while, but it still remains crucial.

[Photo] To penny or not to penny

Tyson Sawyers-Williams, Guest Staff Writer
February 6, 2021
Adapting to COVID-19 has been strange so far, but its a relief knowing that its temporary.

COVID caught me

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2021

Daniel’s POV

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2020
For Fall Fest, anyones encouraged to join. In the past, a little over 200 people came, so Im hoping for the same or more [this time], coordinator Aubrie Herring said.

‘Tis the season for Fall Fest

Daniel Lackey, Editor-In-Chief
October 27, 2020
Comal ISD

COVID can’t stop college

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
September 24, 2020
This is...Lucy Capt (Part I)

This is…Lucy Capt (Part I)

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
June 3, 2020
This is...Lucy Capt (Part II)

This is…Lucy Capt (Part II)

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
June 3, 2020
Calling the TCP hotline is the first step towards acquiring a TI-Nspire calculator.

Calculating a solution

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
April 16, 2020
Months of practice following region auditions will finally be put to the test.

Third time’s a charm

Daniel Lackey, Editor-In-Chief
February 10, 2020
The film, released on Christmas day, is still showing in multiple theaters in the area.

“Little Women” marches in triumph

Daniel Lackey, Editor In-Chief
January 28, 2020
Before the start of school, seniors Carsyn Chambers (left) and Audrey Pauletti (right) share a moment of friendship in the band hall.

Academic alacrity

Daniel Lackey, Editor In-Chief
January 17, 2020

Negative review

Daniel Lackey, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2019
Choosing which pizza to chomp on made easier.

The power of pizza

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
April 12, 2019
At the end of the ceremony, 24 statuettes were awarded to the best in film: actors, directors, soundtracks,  the behind-the-screen departments, etc.

“And the Oscar goes to…”

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
February 26, 2019
Senior defender Jasmine Odom throws the ball in as head coach Jason Adkins watches during their final game of the Ranger Classic on Jan. 5.

Living, breathing, sleeping soccer

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
February 15, 2019
The Academy Awards nominees were announced Jan. 22.

Oscar picks and pans

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
January 29, 2019
A plastered poster serves as a reminder for what to do for Red Ribbon Week.

Red Ribbon Week arrives

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
October 22, 2018
JROTC marches in New Braunfels on Comal County Fair Day last year.

Parading towards a day off

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
Rangers mark the 17th anniversary of a national tragedy.

Photo of the Day: 9/11

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer.
September 11, 2018
Bus riders enter the Rotunda on the first day of school, Aug. 28.

Counting from the start

Daniel Lackey, Staff Writer
September 4, 2018
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