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Juniors Roman Erickson and Paylan Merritt dance together as students fill the dance floor throughout the night. The two spent the evening enjoying music, dancing, and time with friends and classmates. Erickson remembers his favorite part of prom. "My favorite part of prom was definitely when Beauty and a Beat by Justin Bieber was playing and everyone was going crazy in the mosh and singing."
Prom Provides Social Fun
Maya Hyde ziplines through the jungles of Costa Rica.
Spring Break Adventures
Junior Hallie Vickery went to the dance with a group of friends. Vickery knows lots of line dances and likes teaching other people. She said this dance was one of her favorites. "It was so much fun!" said Vickery.
Students Kick Off Spring With MORP
Do SVHS Seniors Feel Prepared For Life After Graduation?
Do SVHS Seniors Feel Prepared For Life After Graduation?
Macey Schwab poses with locals of Belize to celebrate Mayan culture and represent a sport that the Mayans used to play. "It was amazing to experience a piece of history and learn about their traditions."
Students Set Off on Spring Break Adventures Across the Globe
Co-Valedictorians Lydie Clove, Zach Tyler and Anahi Bosch-Barnes stand with Salutatorian Cooper Daniel (2nd from right). These standout scholars addressed an audience of their peers and friends and family at a graduation commencement ceremony on Thursday, 5-28
SVHS Honors Three Valedictorians, One Salutatorian at Graduation
Students in concurrent U.S. History classes collaborate on a Smithsonian-connected America 250 project. “It is incredible to see, when viewing my peers' projects, how differently we all interpret history and the meanings that we ascribe to certain events and documents,” senior Alex Tolley said. “It highlights how everyone's different, lived experiences change how they view the past.” They collaborated with peers from Hawaii, exploring how personal history and civic values shaped their communities and the future of the nation.
Students Participate in Smithsonian America 250 Project
The Treble Tones group show off their trophies. They won first place in the High School Women’s Choir division and first place overall for all high school choirs at the festival. Senior Clanci Osmond says, “Being able to show off what we can do with such an amazing group of girls has been a dream."
Music Groups Earn Top Honors at Music in the Parks Festival
During the first week of May, yearbook staff members work together to glue spring event pages into the yearbook — a process repeated 715 times to prepare every copy for distribution.
SVHS Yearbooks Set for Release May 19
An Iran-made ballistic missile is displayed during a rally commemorating the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution's victory in Azadi (Freedom) Square in western Tehran, Iran, on February 11, 2026.
Iran War Escalates Global, Local Tensions
Art students traveled to Casper for the annual State Art Symposium, competing among nearly 5,000 pieces from around 70 schools. They participated in hands-on challenges, and drawing inspiration from what Mrs. Frazier calls the only showcase of its kind in the nation.
SVHS Shines at State Art Symposium
These students participated in the 2025–26 State Young Author Program, submitting original short stories, poetry collections, and graphic novels for the district-level competition. Freshman Aniston Schwab' work in the ninth-grade short story category advanced to the state competition. “My favorite part about participating was my love for writing stories. I enjoy using different perspectives, emotions, and cliffhangers that leave people wanting more,” Schwab said.
Writers Advance to State in Young Authors Program
Gracie Jackson (left) and Arie Kilroy (right) pose with their horse at the spring rodeo in Pocatello, Idaho. Kilroy said, "I love the friendships that high school rodeo brings." Both seniors are competing in their last high school rodeo season, bringing experience, determination, and a love for the sport.
Spring High School Rodeo Kicks Off Strong for SVHS Competitors
Taggart Ivie with the rest of the color guard squad, showing off teamwork and dedication before they enjoy Thanksgiving break with family.
More Than Just Flags
Tessa Bagley performs a Bulgarian split squat. Bagley is recovering from an acl injury that took her out of the recent volleyball and basketball seasons. Bagley said, "I am excited to get back on the grind."
Volleyballers Preparing for Next Season in Zero Hour Weights Class
Cheerleader Harper Sessions signs with the University of Wyoming to continue her academic and cheer career at the collegiate level.
Sessions Signs on to Cheer with University of Wyoming
After crossing the finish line in the mile at the Star Valley High School home track meet, Caleb Crowther showed what pure determination looks like.
Fast Times & Big Moments: Star Valley Athletes Shine at the Home Track Meet
Sophomore Averie Rivard, and juniors Paylan Merritt and Presley Frome pause for a selfie during spring golf practice. “It’s fun to take a little break and capture the moment while we’re out on the course,” said Frome. The team is focused on improving both individual skills and teamwork as they prepare for the season’s upcoming meets.
Spring Golfers Taking Advantage of Early Spring
Sophomore Kate Gaskell goes up for a layup in a varsity basketball game against Riverton. Gaskell said, "I am excited for the upcoming volleyball and basketball seasons because we have put in a lot of work to be better." Gaskell got the opportunity to play in some varsity basketball games this year as a sophomore.
Multi-Sport Athletes Put in Year-Round Work
Abi's parents look proudly on as she signs her commitment to join the track team in Rome at the Rome City Institute. "Having my parents there was very special for me because they have supported me from the beginning," she said.
Carillo-Zarate Commits to Rome City Institue
Funny Controversial Questions
Funny Controversial Questions
Last Song you Listened to?
Last Song you Listened to?
Jesper and Klaus stand with the townspeople in a scene from the 2019 hit Netflix film Klaus. The movie has become a top pick for SVHS students like Mysha Sorenson, who praises the film's "cute" and "timeless" animation style.
Favorite Christmas Movies at SVHS
Teacher vs Student Hand Eye Coordination
Teacher vs Student Hand Eye Coordination
Can You Solve the Brain Teaser Before They Do?
Can You Solve the Brain Teaser Before They Do?
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