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Mill Valley News

Elizabeth Joseph

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief

This is senior Elizabeth Joseph’s second year on the JagWire staff. She is undertaking the position of Mill Valley News editor-in-chief alongside Katya Gillig and Marah Shulda. When she’s not in the J-Room, she can be found in A207 serving as the Science Olympiad team captain or the president of National English Honor Society. She is also a part of National Honor Society and MV Outreach. Additionally, Elizabeth enjoys admiring plants, bopping to music and putting together the Elementia literary magazine.

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Don't fear change

Don’t fear change

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 17, 2019
Health should come before work

Health should come before work

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 21, 2019
Members of the Executive Leadership team from left to right. Top: Helga Brown, Dorothy Swafford, Trish Chandler, Sara Evans, Jeff Wieland, Sara Sedgwick, Amy Welzenbach, Chris Wallace. Front: Jessica DeWild, Deb Steiner, Erin Hayes, Elizabeth Molgren, Emily Schmidt, Jill Lloyd.

Building leadership team allows faculty to grow closer

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 15, 2019

Relay for Life committee holds rally to promote spring event

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
January 13, 2019
 Looking out towards different StuCo members, senior student body president Hannah Barnes explains what is going on at their meeting on Thursday, Nov. 29. “I decided it would be a [good] way to get involved in high school,” said Barnes “Little did I know that it would be the best decision I’ve made in all of high school.”

Women dominate leadership roles around the school

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 13, 2018
Sharing a strategy with a fellow teammate, sophomore Adam White who won 4-2, points to notes pulled up on his computer.

Debate team competes at second NSDA national qualifiers

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 10, 2018
Working on their computers, sophomores Dutch Platt and Parker Trollinger prepare for the upcoming round. The resolution for this year discusses whether immigration should be more or less restricted by the federal government.

Debate duo places first overall at Shawnee Mission East

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 13, 2018

First annual Bark for Life hosted by school

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 21, 2018
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[Photo] District announces suicide prevention initiative

Steven Curto, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 18, 2018
Offering aid in times of crisis is invaluable

Offering aid in times of crisis is invaluable

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 4, 2018
A-97 helps make the school a safe place

A-97 helps make the school a safe place

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
August 20, 2018
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After months of construction, the new Monticello Library opened its doors at 1 pm on Sunday, Aug. 5.

New library opens on Hilltop Road

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
August 7, 2018
In 2012 when, senior Kendall Gaignet’s grandmother Ova Gaignat moved in with her family there relationship has strengthened. “Originally, I wasn’t that close with her because I just saw her on holidays or if I needed to stay with her while my parents were gone. But, it brought us a lot closer together because now I see her everyday and I help take care of her.” Kendall said.

Students and grandparents bond after living together

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 21, 2018
Wrapping up the staff presentation at the District Board meeting, Clear Creek Elementary head custodian Rusty Rhodes gives his perception on what he thinks would make his school safer.

District holds safety and security meeting

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 11, 2018
Running a test in a calorimeter, junior Aniston Cumbie touches the rim to gauge temperature.

[Photo] Science Olympiad places fourth at state competition

Katya Gillig, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 10, 2018

Girls swim places first at Lansing Relays

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 9, 2018
After donating a pint of blood, sophomore Stephanie Madrigal waits for the Red Cross nurse to remove the needle on Thursday, March 22.

StuCo hosts successful blood drive

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 23, 2018
Speaking up makes a difference

Speaking up makes a difference

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 15, 2018
Looking at the district website on Friday, Feb. 12, District Superintendent Frank Harwood discusses the upcoming bond issue. Harwood proposed a delayed start of school to the board Monday, July 27.

Upcoming bond issue enables district renovation

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 13, 2018
Holding up a photo of former coworkers from his 18 years of experience in the restaurant industry, math teacher Kevin Mosher stands in the main hallway. Mosher worked as a waiter, manager and executive chef before becoming a teacher in 2010.

Teachers experience varied career paths

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 3, 2018
As his opponent bends over, senior Hayden Keopke tries to push him to the ground.

Wrestling falls in dual to Blue Valley Southwest

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
January 21, 2018
During the English Professional Learning Community meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 6, English teacher Anna Nelson examines and discusses with fellow English teachers the accreditation rubric for the district. // Victoria Wright

New accreditation process focuses on student growth

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 29, 2017
Being displayed in front of the Catty Shack, the Yuda bands shown appear in a variety of style and design on Monday, Dec. 11. All proceeds went to the fundraiser for the disaster, which took place between December 2-13.

StuCo holds first Yuda Bands sale

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 18, 2017
Mayor of Shawnee Michelle Distler discusses what she hopes to see in Shawnee on Nov. 22.

Q&A with Mayor Michelle Distler

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 8, 2017
Chosen for her excellence in academics, athletic feats and community service, senior Bella Hadden is this years Kenneth Smith Award recipient.

Senior Bella Hadden receives the Kenneth Smith award

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 30, 2017
Ever since the start of the year, sophomore Emerson Kaiser has been using her artistic ability to sketch what she is thankful for on everyday of her calendar.

Sophomore Emerson Kaiser creates calendar to stay grateful

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 20, 2017
Social media comes with unique advantages

Social media comes with unique advantages

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 10, 2017
Nurses from the Community Blood Center take donations from junior Lauren Harris and sophomore Alison Wells on Thursday, Oct. 19

Students and staff participate in biannual blood drive

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 21, 2017
Before school on the morning of Wednesday Sept. 27, students and teachers gathered around the flag to celebrate pray during the annual See You at the Pole event.

Club 121 hosts annual “See You at the Pole” event

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 28, 2017
While stepping up to the net, freshman Sophie Lecuru anticipates a return from her opponent during her match on Wednesday, Sept. 13.

Girls tennis triumphs in dual against Saint James

Elizabeth Joseph, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 13, 2017
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