The student news site of Mill Valley High School

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The student news site of Mill Valley High School

Mill Valley News
The student news site of Mill Valley High School

Mill Valley News
Libby Mullican

Libby Mullican, JAG editor-in-chief

As she enters her third year on the JAG yearbook staff, senior Libby Mullican will be taking on the position of editor-in-chief along with seniors Annika Lehan and Mia Thomas. Other than yearbook, she is a member of NHS, English NHS, ambassadors, MV Outfitters and jagPRIDE. In her spare time, Libby enjoys getting outdoors where she can be seen hiking, biking, kayaking and camping. Additionally, she enjoys baking, cooking, yoga and spending time with her family.

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During the last song of the night, junior Rebecca Hurtog joins other members of her section to finish “The Hexagon” by John Fannin.

Making a line across the gym, seniors face the audience to be recognized for their band accomplishments.

Before the last song, seniors Johannes Seberger and Zach Bossert present Steiner with a personalized shelving unit for the band room.

Winning the first annual Spirit of the Band award, senior Zach Bossert embraces Steiner for an appreciation hug.

Holding the outstanding senior award, band Director Deb Steiner explains the award would go to the senior with the most points. Points are added every time a member attends a sporting game or steps in when needed.

Eyes focused on the music, sophomore John Fraka performs “Swashbuckler” composed by John Roberts.

Signaling a decrescendo in the music, senior Megan Dillon directs the band. Dillon composed the piece “Variegated Visions” to showcase her journey through high school.

Hand above the key, junior Abby Lee stops the note from vibrating into the next measure.

Performing “Funiculi Funicula” by Luigi Denza, junior Maddie Hoedes helps showcase the flute section during the bridge of the song. The band gave its final performance of the year Tuesday, May 7. Along with the performance, senior band members were recognized and given awards.

[Photo] Gallery: Band performs at the final concert of the year

May 10, 2019
Students cheer during a Relay for Life pep rally. At last year's Relay for Life event, over 1,000 people attended and raised over $100,000 for the American Cancer Society. This year, despite coronavirus concerns, the event is set to proceed as normal.

Gallery: Students’ involvement through various outlets boosts school pride

Libby Mullican, JAG editor-in-chief
April 23, 2019
At the end of the show, senior Noah Smith poses during curtain call.

[Photo] Symphonic band receives a one rating and concert band receives a two rating at state

Tatum Elliott, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 12, 2019
As a defender applies pressure, sophomore Anna Ricker kicks the ball to a teammate.

At the end of the first half, senior Kendra Bross tries to maintain possession of the ball.

Eyes locked down the field, senior Shyanne Best kicks the ball.

Trying to cross the ball, junior Katherine Weigel ignores a BVNW player.

Running toward the ball, junior Annie Hoog rushes past a BVNW defender.

Dribbling the ball down the field, senior Shyanne Best keeps the ball out of reach from the defender.

[Photo] Girls soccer falls to BVNW at home

April 15, 2019
Racing toward the ball, junior Annie Hoog moves the ball away from the goal.

"Captain Marvel": movie review

“Captain Marvel”: movie review

Libby Mullican, JAG editor-in-chief
April 1, 2019
Running away from senior Sydney Fisher, sophomore Lauren Acree escapes with a bowling pin.

[Photo] Gallery 3 of 3: Relay for Life

March 29, 2019
Stealing a pin from the senior team, sophomore Prathik Gadiraju dodges defender freshman Elisabeth Peters.

When the guards move, underclassmen make a break for it.

Running away from senior Sydney Fisher, sophomore Lauren Acree escapes with a pin.

Pointing toward the audience, senior Lucy Graff competes in the lip sync battle.

Squaring up, sophomore Caiden Dean and junior Mallory Scheelk sing to Justin Bieber.

Dancing to the music, freshman Cooper Goetsch strikes a pose.

Holding up an imaginary microphone, freshman Alyssa Canning rocks out to "I Won't Say I'm in Love" from "Hercules."

After moving into the auxiliary gym, sophomore Nichole Crist dances to "Dancing Queen" by ABBA.

As an ABBA song plays, junior Megan Proctor dances among the crowd.

Looking for an open teammate, senior James Smith keeps the ball away from an opponent.

In the first half, senior Nick Davie dribbles the ball down the court.

Dashing past a defender, senior Matty Wittenauer tries to make a play.

As a BVN opponent applies pressure, senior Trey Dameron maintains possession of the ball.

Focused on scoring a basket, senior Seth Hobson advances down the court on Thursday, Feb. 21. The team fell short against BVN on senior night with a score of 66-48

[Photo] Gallery: Boys basketball falls to Blue Valley North 66-48 on senior night

February 22, 2019
At the beginning of the game, senior Matty Wittenauer attempts to score.

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As she is introduced for senior night, senior Lexi Knappen walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Payton Totzke walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Kate Backes walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Rielly Rittmann walks out with her parents.

After she was introduced as a part of senior night, senior Ashton Rider stands with her mom.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Margaux Porter walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Mya Johnston walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Erin Miller walks out with her parents.

After she was introduced for senior night, senior Faith Dmyterko hugs a fellow cheerleader.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Trinity Knapp walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Sydney Stuke walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Claire Kaifes walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Shyanne Best walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Presley Barton walks out with her parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Lexi Ballard walks out with her parents.

As he is introduced for senior night, senior Matty Wittenauer walks out with his parents.

As she is introduced for senior night, senior Makayla King walks out with her parents.

As he is introduced for senior night, senior James Smith walks out with his parents.

As he is introduced for senior night, senior Nick Davie walks out with his parents.

As he is introduced for senior night, senior Seth Hobson walks out with his parents.

As he is introduced for senior night, senior Trey Dameron walks out with his parents.

[Photo] Gallery: Cheerleaders and basketball players recognized at senior night

February 22, 2019
After testing their bridges, students look to see where they placed.

As his bridge begins to show signs of stress, sophomore Colton Brake adds more wight to the bucket.

[Photo] Gallery: Students compete at bridge building competition

February 3, 2019
Attaching the hook to his bridge, senior Johannes Seberger prepares to test his bridge.

Quickly pouring sand, junior Nathan Greenfield tests how much weight his bridge can hold.

[Video] Gallery: Students compete at bridge building competition

February 3, 2019
Closing the game, senior Erin Miller cheers to the fight song.

At the beginning of the game, senior Nick Davie faces a Lansing opponent.

Jumping into the air, sophomore Pete Janssen avoids a block during the second half of the game.

Running past a Lansing defender, freshman Adrian Dimond looks to score.

With the team trailing in the third quarter, sophomore Quinten Wittenauer attempts to advance the ball down the court.

Staring down his opponent, senior Seth Hobson defends the basketball goal.

[Photo] Gallery: Boys basketball falls to Lansing 64-28

January 27, 2019
In order to hype up the crowd, the drumline performs a song during a time out.

Looking under his arm, senior James Smith searches the court for an open team member.

The science of sound

The science of sound

Libby Mullican, JAG editor-in-chief
December 21, 2018
Strive for acceptance, not tolerance

Strive for acceptance, not tolerance

Libby Mullican, JAG editor-in-chief
December 9, 2018
Conducting a buzzer test, junior Analiese Wilhauk calls out a competitor's line on Wednesday, Dec. 5.

[Photo] Scholars’ Bowl team hosts invitational

John Lehan, JagWire reporter/photographer
December 9, 2018
As part of the Chemistry Lab, senior Aniston Cumbie conducts an experiment with pH paper.

[Video] Science Olympiad places fifth in their first home tournament

Annika Lehan, JAG editor-in-chief
December 2, 2018
Turning to partner junior Griffin Schenk, junior Logan Oesterreich prepares to hit a PVC pipe with a flip flop to create a sound for the Sounds of Music event.

Surrounded by solvents, senior Ambria Shawger carefully adds pen ink to chromatography paper during the Forensics event.

Holding a chemical to the bunsen burner in ‘Forensics,’ senior Liz Fraka tries to identify the unknown powder.

Trying to identify a fossil, junior Joan Downey compares the fossil to her notes.

In the Experimental Design event, juniors Logan Oesterreich and Callie Roberts design their own experiment using a balloon, tape measure, scissors, paper, a straw and tape.

Running toward the sideline, senior wide receiver Grant Rachwal nearly misses SJA defenders.

Face to face, sophomore offensive lineman Sam Hecht blocks an opponent from advancing.

Just as the SJA offensive lineman catches the ball, senior defensive back Steven Colling comes from behind to stop his opponent.

Raising their helmets in the air, the team celebrates the win with the regional trophy.

Breaking free from the pack, senior quarterback Jordan Preston looks over his shoulder for an opening in the SJA defensive line.

Dodging a tackle, junior running back Tyler Green continues to advance the ball.

After intercepting the ball, senior defensive back Ben Hansen carries the ball down the field.

In the middle of the set, junior Abby Lee makes an X with her drumsticks as a visual element to the band’s performance.

During the halftime show, senior Mercy Pryhozen focuses on the music.

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