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The 2024-2025 school year at SVHS was full of many fun and busy times. We had another successful football season. And more fun-filled basketball seasons. "I'm so very proud of the football after the huge effort they put into getting us another state title this year," said Mckay Young, Head football coach.
Looking Back on School Year in Pictures
Class Room Tier List: Comfort, Creativity Rule
Class Room Tier List: Comfort, Creativity Rule
Summer Break: Dreams vs Reality
Summer Break: Dreams vs Reality
Freshman Kellsie Dunne sips on her cold Alani during lunch. Alani Nu energy drinks are generally considered a healthier option compared to some other energy drinks on the market due to their lower calorie and sugar content. She said, "I hope that I will be able to stay awake in English now that I've got some energy."
Caffeine Crush
What Do Students Have on Their Bucket List?
What Do Students Have on Their Bucket List?
The Candyman Can! Singcopation member gather around Will Wonka during the opening number of their two-hour show.
Annual Singco Show Wows Audience
Symantha Hepworth, Brooklyn Scherbel, Rebeka Rodriguez, and Taggert Ivie recieve recognition for placing in the state Young Authors contest. Scherbel said, "I am so grateful to have received the attention of those at state, and I aim to win next year!"
Young Authors Earn Honorable Mention at State Contest
On the drive home from nightly activities Samantha Allred captures the crazy weather on the road. Elizabeth Petersen stated, "The worst part of the storm was probably driving through the hail". The weather was crazy that night, and the roads were covered with rain and hail.
Unexpected Storm Stuns Star Valley, Brings Rain, Hail, and Community Spirit
This picture shows the cool views students enjoyed in the shark exhibit. According to Pheonixx Hovey,"The shark exhibit was definitely a favorite." Garrett Carlson added, "The zoology field trip was really cool. We watched them feed the sharks."
Zoology Students Visit Draper Aquarium
Hallie Hokanson, Bria Jack, Italy Erickson, and Janey Young represent the gold ticket in the SBO elections. All of these girls won their individual races.
Gold Team Takes the Win in SBO Elections: An Inside Look
The 25-26 cheer team gathers on the highway to cleanup trash. The day before this they had their first practice. "I am so excited I get to experience this with my time here," exclaimed South Korean exchance student Ahrin Kim.
Cheerleaders Kick Off Season with Practice, Community Service
Dax Button, Crew Morgan, and Kai Frazier peruse the art on display from their classmates. The state art show was in the aux gym for 3 days showcasing hundreds of interesting, beautiful, and award-winning pieces. "It's fun walking around and seeing what's going in student's minds that they put down on paper," said Frazier.
SVHS Art Cleans up at State Symposium
Breakfast Can Taste So Good, Be So Bad
Breakfast Can Taste So Good, Be So Bad
These stairs, build by Mr. Balls and the stagecraft class, helped make some of the most memorable scenes from the musical possible. "The stairs were ginormous and heavy but worked better than we thought. Underneath was a maze of lumber holding them together. We made extra sure to make sure that they weren't going to collapse, super fun piece to build! We never did finish the newel posts, but I don't think anyone noticed," said Balls.
Tech, Crew Staffs Make Spring Musical “Hello Dolly!” Reality
Day Dates Make for Fun MORP Experience
Day Dates Make for Fun MORP Experience
The Lady Braves walk onto the field with confidence against the Green River Wolves. Green River recently moved up to 4A for soccer. The team was not sure what to expect but felt excited for the new competition.
Girls Soccer Grows Through Difficult Season
After 115 years of much success in academics and sports, SVHS will be entering the 2025-2026 school year in the fall. There have been many ups and downs but most of the time they are up. "It is so cool to be part of a legacy that continues to be so great year after year, and this next year will be no exception," said Farren Haderlie, Principal.
Brave Athletes Give Thoughts on Upcoming Seasons
Moving fast and hoping to win, runners from many different Wyoming high schools compete for the state title. "Many athletes work so hard to get to the top and to stay there, but only the best of the best get to win," said head track coach Ty Draney.
Braves Compete at State Track in Casper
Southwest District Administrators Association Outstanding Senior Student Athletes Jase Burton and Kambree Johnson stand with SVHS Activities Director Robert Erickson. Burton and Johnson were selected to represent their region as student athletes who have exemplified excellence in the classroom and in athletic competition. "I'm proud of the way Jase and Kambree have represented us over the years as impressive scholars and athletes," said Erickson.
Johnson, Burton Recognized As Standout Senior Student Athletes
Peyton Ross, Hannah Steed, and Layla England bask in the moment of making the 25-26 Brave Cadette team!
25-26 Brave Cadette Team Finalized after Tryouts
Warren the 13th Book Series Worth Reading
Warren the 13th Book Series Worth Reading
Seniors say so long by sound off on their most special song.
Senior Name Favorite Songs
Trial by Trolley Tutorial
Trial by Trolley Tutorial
Roman Emperors Ranked
Roman Emperors Ranked
Gordon Ramsay Quote Tier List (9 quotes)
Gordon Ramsay Quote Tier List (9 quotes)
Students Should Be Required to Take Personal Finance in Order to Graduate.
Students Should Be Required to Take Personal Finance in Order to Graduate.
AI is becoming a bigger problem inside of schools by the day.
AI is becoming a bigger problem inside of schools by the day.
"Balancing Privacy and Safety: The Case for Random Drug Testing in Schools"
“Balancing Privacy and Safety: The Case for Random Drug Testing in Schools”
I Propose a Better Work Week
I Propose a Better Work Week
Is the School's Cell Phone Policy What We Need?
Is the School’s Cell Phone Policy What We Need?
Singco Show Podcast
Singco Show Podcast
Talking with Two Young Author Contest Award Winners
Talking with Two Young Author Contest Award Winners
Chatting with Lady of Library Stephanie Suloff
Chatting with Lady of Library Stephanie Suloff
Kimball and Kellan talk surfing movies and NBA Goats
Kim K Podcast
Mr. Haderlie
Mr. Haderlie
Ranking Snack by Avoidability
Ranking Snack by Avoidability
Name That Tune
Name That Tune
March Madness Predictions
March Madness Predictions
Generic vs Name Brand
Superbowl Commercials Discussed
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