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

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

Mill Valley News
Erika Kringen

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor

Sophomore Erika Kringen is a first year JagWire staff member. Kringen has been involved in many sports and activities since starting high school. She has ran track, cross country and plans to join the swim team in the spring. Erika Kringen is  in the musical , student ambassadors,and is a freshmen mentor this year. Kringen is looking forward to writing many stories and meeting new people while being a member of the JagWire staff.

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Horse stable blends work with home for local family

Horse stable blends work with home for local family

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 26, 2016
Sophomore Durga Jambunathan sings one of her two solos in a practice room before preforming on Saturday, April 9.

Choir and band compete in regional music competition

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 12, 2016
Junior Dylan Smith hang cleans 315 lbs. during his Advanced Strength and Conditioning class on Thursday, March 31.

Powerlifting and bodybuilding transform junior

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 11, 2016
In order to stop the bleeding at the site where the needle was injected, senior Madison Remijio, on Thursday, March 29, elevates her arm.

Blood drive brings in fewer donations than usual

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 26, 2016
who-i-am

[Photo] Who I Am: A collection of profiles

March 10, 2016

Sophomore analyzes classic novels on YouTube channel

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 8, 2016
After winning KU’s Women of Distinction award, 2011 graduate Miranda Wagner begins new career path

After winning KU’s Women of Distinction award, 2011 graduate Miranda Wagner begins new career path

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 5, 2016
Has Kanye West gone too far?

Has Kanye West gone too far?

Nick Booth and Sarah Myers
February 25, 2016
Kanye West's music doesn't make up for his attitude

Kanye West’s music doesn’t make up for his attitude

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 25, 2016
The Make-A-Wish Club excitedly receives a giant $500 check from the Mill Valley Bowling team, which will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Make-A-Wish surpasses fundraising goal for Wish Week

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 9, 2016
Senior Audrey Linsey reviews the book of Romans from the Bible during a Club 121 meeting on Friday, Jan. 22. “I really like the fact that [the study] is continuous,” Linsey said. “It’s really nice to be able to go more in-depth with something instead of just talking about it in the 15 minutes we get.”

Club 121 reads book of Romans as part of new series

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 22, 2016
Gluten-free: the good, the bad, the lack of rolled-crust pizza

Gluten-free: the good, the bad, the lack of rolled-crust pizza

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 22, 2016

Family dance studio impacts sophomore as she matures

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 16, 2015
Cheating becomes more prevalent with technology

Cheating becomes more prevalent with technology

Sam Lopez, Nora Lucas, and Sarah Myers
December 15, 2015
Senior Nicole Stoneburner works on her wood-carving project - a new addition to the Advanced Sculpture class.

New project introduced to Advanced Sculpture class

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 12, 2015

Family dance studio impacts sophomore as she matures

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 9, 2015
Students and staff submit favorite Thanksgiving recipes

Students and staff submit favorite Thanksgiving recipes

Morgan Gurwell and Sarah Myers
November 20, 2015
Spinach Pie

Spinach Pie

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 20, 2015
During the blood drive on Thursday, Oct. 22, sophomore Haley Harvey is excited to help others through blood donation. "I read this story about this little girl, thanking the people that donated blood," Harvey said. "It made me realize that my blood is actually going to help someone. I feel good about it."

Students and staff give blood at biannual blood drive

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 23, 2015
Left: Senior Hannah Ceule has a co-worker fix her makeup on Saturday, Oct. 8. Middle: Crawling towards people unknowing of her presence, senior Savannah Praiswater prepares to scare them on Saturday, Oct. 8. Right: While standing in The Boneyard at Worlds of Fun on Saturday, Oct. 10, senior Jordan Wootton waits, hiding in the midst of the fog to scare bypassers.

Seniors take on jobs as Halloween Haunt actors at Worlds of Fun

Sarah Myers and Adri Talavera
October 20, 2015
Senior Camille Gatapia counts and sorts out money from the fundraiser on Tuesday, Oct. 6.

Make-A-Wish club organizes first fundraiser

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 7, 2015
Photo illustration.

Crowding at school manifests itself to students and staff

Nick Booth, Justin Curto, Jillian Leiby, and Sarah Myers
September 24, 2015
Club president Sue Kim discusses future plans for the Make-A-Wish club at a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Students gain permission to start Make-A-Wish club

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 23, 2015
After practice, freshman Ryan Williams takes an ice bath with his teammates on Tuesday, Sept. 1.

Prior to league change, athletes reassess current facilities

Nick Booth, Jason Chen, and Sarah Myers
September 21, 2015
Senior T-ying LIn acts as a translator for her family.

Bilingual senior acts as a translator for her parents

Jason Chen and Sarah Myers
September 21, 2015
A district facilities worker spray paints numbers onto the student parking spaces for assigned parking on Thursday, July 23.

Students will choose parking spots for upcoming year

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
July 28, 2015
Senior best friends Laura Earlenbaugh and Brienna Kendall prepare to be roommates in college

Senior best friends Laura Earlenbaugh and Brienna Kendall prepare to be roommates in college

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 14, 2015
Sophomore Jordan Fullerton listens to speeches given by this year's candidates for StuCo executive officers on Monday, April 27.

Student body election results announced

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 28, 2015
Senior Cody Deas gets into a 2015 Ford Mustang during the Drive 4 UR School event on Saturday, April 11.

Drive 4 UR School event raises money for Booster Club

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 11, 2015
Math teacher Alex Houlton, along with other faculty and students, donates blood to Red Cross in the auxiliary gym on Thursday, March 26.

Students donate blood in semiannual blood drive

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 27, 2015
Gifted facilitator Carmen Shelly continues to grow with gifted services program

Gifted facilitator Carmen Shelly continues to grow with gifted services program

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 10, 2015
Sophomore Riley Doyle creates posters to advertise for Mr. MV during a StuCo meeting on Thursday, Feb. 5.

StuCo organizes first annual Mr. MV

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 5, 2015
Freshman Autumn Webb dances to the song "Y.M.C.A." by Village People on Friday, Jan. 16.

King and queen of winter sports crowned, dance follows

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 17, 2015

Episode 14 - Winter Candidates (1-15-15) from Cindy Swartz on Vimeo.

Winter Homecoming details finalized

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 8, 2015
Senior Taylor Felshaw donates a coat to help her grade win class cup points.

Diversity Club organizes coat drive for disadvantaged youth

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 15, 2014
The high cost of sports: Volleyball

The high cost of sports: Volleyball

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 14, 2014
The high cost of sports: Dance

The high cost of sports: Dance

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 14, 2014
Only a few days after their first DECA competition, the members of DECA continue their hard work in their Advanced Marketing class on Thursday Oct. 30.

DECA members celebrate success after first competition

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 31, 2014
Junior Natalie Golden decorates with her classmates in preperation for Homecoming week on Sunday, Oct. 6.

Students decorate hallways for Homecoming week

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 6, 2014
StuCo hosts regional conference

StuCo hosts regional conference

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 24, 2014
During an informational meeting for NAHS on Thursday, Sept. 4, sophomore Sophie Griffin listens attentively to the requirements of what it takes to join the club. "[I'm most excited about doing projects for the school] programs," Griffin said. "Plus, I'm a sophomore, so I'm no longer a new [member]. I'm super excited that I'm not new."

NAHS starts second year as club

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 10, 2014
Senior Brittany Rouse signs to dance at Kansas State University surrounded by friends and family at a signing ceremony on Wednesday, April 30. Rouse is excited to meet new people not he team. "I'm really looking forward to meeting friends," Rouse said. "The people I'll be on the team with I think will be my friends for life, and that's exciting for me."

Senior to dance on Kansas State University team

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 15, 2014
Senior working towards becoming a railroad engineer

Senior working towards becoming a railroad engineer

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
May 15, 2014
In recognition of their nomination, senior prom candidates participate in a improvisational skit during a pep assembly on Tuesday, April 29.

Prom details finalized

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 1, 2014
Praising the Catty Shack for its implementation of healthy snacks, USDA Deputy Undersecretary Dr. Janey Thornton pays a visit to the school store. "We are trying to help kids learn about what selections they should be making [in order to eat healthier]," Thornton said. "It's an educational process."

USDA representative visits district

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 11, 2014
Freshman snowboards actively throughout the year

Freshman snowboards actively throughout the year

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
April 8, 2014
Student goes through a benign tumor removal

Student goes through a benign tumor removal

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
March 28, 2014
Following his blood donation, junior Austin Isern is sanitized and bandaged.

StuCo organizes spring blood drive

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 28, 2014
Dollar in hand, sophomore Catherine Westin looks over her options at the vending machine on Thursday, Feb. 13. Next year, vending machines will have to meet the incoming nutritional standards. "I think the changes will push students to make healthier choices while at school," Westin said.

Second phase of nutrition changes approaching

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 13, 2014
The National Art Honor Society hosted their annual chili bowl sale on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Junior Alex Ralston was one of the students few students who chose to display their bowls to be sold. "It felt good about being able to make art that other people would see and possible use," Ralston said.

National Art Honor Society holds chili bowl sale

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
March 12, 2014
As high level classes result in even higher expectations, English teacher Dorothy Swafford offers some helpful essay writing advice to sophomore Abbie Hughes. "This year, I've noticed my writing isn't as good as I thought it was, but I've definitely improved [due to taking Pre-AP English]." Hughes said.

Course meetings approaching

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 26, 2014
The Lady Jaguar basketball team lost 24-39 to Tonganoxie on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Girls basketball falls to Tonganoxie

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
February 26, 2014
Counselor Erin Hayes instructs the junior class on course selection for their senior year.

Course selection underway

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 12, 2014
The Lady Jags took first place in the El Dorado tournament on Saturday Feb. 1.

Girls basketball wins El Dorado Tournament

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
February 3, 2014
The girls basketball team fell to the Basehor Bobcats with a final score of 43-48 on Jan. 14.

Girls basketball falls to Basehor

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
January 15, 2014
StuCo members brainstorm ideas for this year's Winter Homecoming dance at a meeting on Thursday, Jan. 9.

Winter Homecoming preparations in full swing

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 10, 2014
Senior Carly Eaton is excited to participate in this year season

Returning senior basketball player describes her expectations for this season

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
December 13, 2013
Sophomore Virginia Smith focuses on her form during a dance rehearsal on Friday, Dec. 6.

Q&A with sophomore Virginia Smith

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
December 11, 2013
An opinion on respecting opinions

An opinion on respecting opinions

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 20, 2013
Sophomore Maria Guilford has been making art since first grade. Currently her art is sold at local art fairs and auctions.

Q&A with sophomore Maria Guilford

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
November 20, 2013
Sophomore Jared Zukowski was concussed on Monday, Sept. 30 during his junior varsity football game.

Sophomore reflects on aftermath of concussion

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 14, 2013
Junior Mikaela McCabe and sophomore Kaitlyn Moore participate in the StuCo program, Trick Or Treat So Others Can Eat. They went around to different local neighborhoods and "trick or treated" for cans to donate to a local charity. "Just a simple can can help," McCabe said.

StuCo trick-or-treats for a cause

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 5, 2013
The volleyball team poses with its substate trophy on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Volleyball team qualifies for state tournament

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
October 28, 2013
Boundary committee members juniors Maddie Butterfield and Callahan Eckardt meet with fellow members Gretchen Ceule and Scott Hancock to discuss future committee plans.

Boundary committee members discuss future boundaries

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 15, 2013
Interaction a needed component in classes

Interaction a needed component in classes

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 15, 2013
Senior libero Abby Ford dives to make a pass in the Jaguar's game against Lansing on Tuesday, Oct. 8. The Jaguars won all three sets.

Volleyball wins game against Lansing

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
October 9, 2013
Freshman counselor Polly Vader explains an activity that helps raise awareness of the harmful effects of drug usage to a group of freshman on Thursday, Oct. 3. “It’s just giving them a little more information and background.” Vader said.

Students participate in National Anti-Bullying Week and drug awareness campaigns

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 9, 2013
Senior homecoming candidates (left to right): Patrick Tapang, Lexie Riedel, Nick Wilson, Brittany Rouse, Connor Mills, Gabby Fangman, Davis Cantwell, Abby Sieperda, Joe Vincent, and Hope Riedel. "It's an honor to be nominated because there are a lot of people in my class and to be elected as a leader is a good feeling," Mills said. Homecoming king and queen will be announced on Friday, Oct. 4 at the home football game.

StuCo sets Homecoming plans in stone

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 24, 2013
Sophomore Connor Julian talks about his experiences living across the globe in Thailand. (Photo by Hunter Bessey)

Sophomore experiences life across globe

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 23, 2013
Members of the volleyball team celebrate a point in the match against Blue Valley on Thursday, Sept. 19. The team defeated Blue Valley and lost to Blue Valley West.

Jaguar volleyball team wins Hayden tournament

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
September 23, 2013

Seven questions with freshman musician Shelby Badger

Erika Kringen, JagWire briefs editor
December 4, 2012
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