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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

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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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
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

Family dance studio impacts sophomore as she matures

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 16, 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
Spinach Pie

Spinach Pie

Sarah Myers, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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