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The cheerleaders keep the student section warm as they Braves played the Sugar Salem Diggers.
Student Section Rocks USA Theme at First Home Game
Bucked Up: Bran Fullmer and Daniel Nelson show the result of much scouting and hiking. Perhaps unbelievably, Fullmer said they shot the deer in southeastern Utah.
Students Share Stories from Opening Day of Deer Hunting
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
The year started with a beat. At the first day of school assembly student body officer's introduced a new school dance; getting everyone on their feet and setting the tone for the year. A simple way to bring students together to remind us this year we're ALL IN.
Students Back to School Braves Style
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
Gaughan Represents Wyoming in National American Miss Pageant
Gaughan Represents Wyoming in National American Miss Pageant
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
The Lady Braves ball out in front of pink crowd in an effort that beat Preston and raised money for valley people battling cancer.
Volleyballers Raise Money, Wins on Pink Night
The Lady Braves huddle on during pink night and strategize their game plan. Coach Kalin Schwab said, "I like our team huddles because they give us time to regroup and take a breathe so that we can go back out on the court and win." This is Schwab's first year as the Lady Braves' head coach.
Volleyballers Win on Pink Night!
The Star Valley varsity cross-country team lines up for a photo at the finish line in Tillamook, Oregon. Each athlete pushed through the race, representing their school with determination and hard-work. Every runner set a new personal record, highlighting the teams steady progress this season.
Star Valley Braves Leave Their Mark in Oregon
As the Star Valley Braves get ready to tee off, they congregate on the practice green at the Airport Course in Cheyenne to hear the officials as they discuss the rules governing the round. The Braves had a good season and qualified both girls and boys teams for the state tournament. The first day was a little rough due to nerves but on the second day the Braves showed that they could play and compete with the other top teams in the state.
Star Valley Golf Teams Shine Late at State Despite Nerves on Day One
Adelyn Christiansen get up against a Thunderbasin defender in Cheyenne.
Getting to Know Lady Brave VolleyBallers
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
Students Name NBA, NFL, Soccer Goats
Students Name NBA, NFL, Soccer Goats
Ranking Snack by Avoidability
Ranking Snack by Avoidability
Name That Tune
Name That Tune
March Madness Predictions
March Madness Predictions
Generic vs Name Brand
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Teenagers are known to be on their phones often, but do other generations understand why? "I do think that some people are addicted, but I think a lot of kids see it as a escape from reality. Just being on my phone for a few minutes after a stressful day helps me relax," explains Gabe Henrie. Most adults view teenagers as phone addicts, but in reality they are just trying to relieve some of the stress that builds up.

Phones Also Help Teens Get Through Day

Keegan Miner
February 19, 2025
Is The Dress Code Too Strict?

Is The Dress Code Too Strict?

Keegan Miner, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
This big date group assembles for the first time on Feb 8th before heading to the dance. Some groups like this one did not go on a day date but got together for dinner before the dance. Sophomore Maddie Aullman said, "I thought the dance was fire. Most of our plans were last minutes, but at the end of the day our group was amazing, and we made some good memories!" They at dinner at Jace Burton's house.

Sweethearts Dance Returns, Provides Winter Fun

Keegan Miner, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
the pop-up, viewed by millions, explains how U.S. TikTok servers have been shut down. The ban was going to be enforced on Sundaythe 19th by the government, so the TikTok CEO made the executive decision to shut the app down for American himself on Saturday the 18th.

14 Hour TikTok Ban Causes Stir

Keegan Miner, Staff Writer
January 24, 2025
Sisters freshman Brinley Merritt and junior Rylynne Merritt with their little brother on their family vacation over the break. They went on a Disney cruise. “My favorite thing was definitely having weather in the high 80’s in the middle of December,” said Rylynne.

What Did SVHS Students Do Over Winter Break?

Keegan Miner, staff writer
January 10, 2025
Afton's main street is divided by plowed snow. This burm can reach over four feet in height on heavy snow days. Snowy conditions can lead to dangerous and slow commutes to school each day.

SVHS Should Consider Having Snow Days

Keegan Miner, staff writer
January 6, 2025
Anticipation of Annual Music Wrapped Fills Halls

Anticipation of Annual Music Wrapped Fills Halls

Keegan Miner, staff writer
December 5, 2024
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