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Mountain Star

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Mountain Star

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Mountain Star

Speech & Debate competitors gather on stage following the home tournament awards ceremony. Students received certificates and recognition after competing at Star Valley High School’s home tournament on January 16.The event brought together schools from across the region and marked the team’s first home tournament of the season.
Speech & Debate Hosts First Home Tournament of Season
Josee Smith, staff writer • February 10, 2026

The Speech and Debate team hosted its first home tournament of the season on January 16, welcoming competitors from schools across the region. The event marked an important milestone for the team, giving students the opportunity to compete, volunteer, and help run a large-scale academic competition on...

Speech & Debate competitors gather on stage following the home tournament awards ceremony. Students received certificates and recognition after competing at Star Valley High School’s home tournament on January 16.The event brought together schools from across the region and marked the team’s first home tournament of the season.
Speech & Debate Hosts First Home Tournament of Season
Josee Smith, staff writer • February 10, 2026

The Speech and Debate team hosted its first home tournament of the season on January 16, welcoming competitors from schools across the region. The event marked an important milestone for the team, giving students the opportunity to compete, volunteer,...

SVHS students fill the visiting student section at Jackson Hole High School in their Hollywood attire. Every year Brave basketball fans drive to Jackson to support their teams. Senior Kimball Hulse said, "I like hanging out with my friends at the games and bringing energy to the players."
Fans Enjoy Braves’ Victory in Jackson Hole
Petyton Ross and Layla England February 9, 2026

Star Valley’s boys basketball team delivered another statement win against their biggest rivals, the Jackson Hole Broncs, on Friday night, January 30. The Braves came out on top with a commanding 68–32 victory, continuing their dominance...

Students chill in the library media center before schools starts. The library is a go-to place for students needing a safe, comfortable hang.
More Than Just a Classroom
Rylee Quigley, staff writer • February 10, 2026

School is usually thought of as a place for learning, tests, and homework, but for many students, it’s also a place where they look for comfort...

Counseling Office staff members pose together for a picture while Mr. Lesuma jokes around with Officer Bassett. We have the best Counseling Office staff. They always love to have fun, and they are so giggly! Gina Fullmer said “Correy loves us so much he would be okay to move into the hallway.”
Get to Know Your Counseling Office Staff
Shayna Casey and Piper Galvin January 15, 2026

The counseling office is often the first stop for students with questions, concerns, attendance issues, and those who need to see a friendly...

Seniors Make Big Plans Post High School
Seniors Make Big Plans Post High School
Ikaika Cope and Braxtin Ware January 28, 2026

As graduation approaches, many students are beginning to reflect on their time in high school and look ahead to what comes next. For some, the...

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Funny Controversial Questions
Funny Controversial Questions
Tinzlie White and Piper Galvin February 9, 2026

Sometimes the best conversations start with ideas that seem pointless at first but quickly turn into debates. When people are asked to give their...

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