The student news site of Mill Valley High School

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
Sam Lopez

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor

Junior Sam Lopez is in his 2.5th year on the JagWire staff. He was the sports editor his sophomore year and is now the news editor. His interests include soccer, snowboarding, scuba diving, travelling and, above all else, playing guitar. He likes to spend his weekends in downtown Kansas City searching for new restaurants or walking around with his friends. Lopez is incredibly excited for his 2.5th year on the JagWire and hopes to accomplish a lot as an editor.

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Explore musical genres outside of your comfort zone

Explore musical genres outside of your comfort zone

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 7, 2017
During the first day of the art show on Monday, April 25, art teacher Jerry Howard and athletic director Jerald VanRheen converse over the art displayed

Country Club Bank hosts student art show

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
May 4, 2016
Photo courtesy of Country Stampede

The JagWire’s guide to local music festivals

Tricia Drumm, Jillian Leiby, and Sam Lopez
April 14, 2016
Photo courtesy of Country Stampede

Country Stampede

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 12, 2016
You're more than your test scores

You’re more than your test scores

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 12, 2016
Freshman Bryan States spins freshman Abigail Winters while dancing.

JagPRIDE begins stress free seminars with ballroom dancing

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 10, 2016
Prairie Ridge Elementary fifth graders giggle as junior Eli Soell shows them some tricks with the green screen on Friday, March 25.

MVTV staff teaches fifth graders about broadcast journalism

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 28, 2016
Who I Am: A collection of profiles

Who I Am: A collection of profiles

Nora Lucas, Alison Booth, and Sam Lopez
March 10, 2016
JagWire reviews local Kansas City clothing stores

JagWire reviews local Kansas City clothing stores

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 7, 2016
Society needs to slow down

Society needs to slow down

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 7, 2016
Eyes set on the lane, senior Tyler Shurley prepares to throw a bowling ball to practice for regionals at Park Lanes on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The boys bowling team placed first at the regional bowling meet in Emporia the following day.

Boys bowling takes first place, girls place ninth at regional meet

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 28, 2016
JagWire reviews low-cost music venues

JagWire reviews low-cost music venues

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 9, 2016
Before his next frame, senior Kole Johnston cleans his bowling ball at the KVL meet on Thursday, Feb. 4.

Bowling teams take first and second place at league meet

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 9, 2016

Bowling team grows its reputation over the years

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 5, 2016
The Confessors, a band that performs weekly at B.B.’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ, performs on Sunday, Jan. 17 with a guest singer.

B.B.’s Lawnside BBQ

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 5, 2016
The Sons of Brasil perform at the Art Factory on Saturday, Jan. 23.

The Art Factory

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 5, 2016
Playing on the other side of the bar, Tim Whitmer & KC Express performs at the Phoenix on Saturday, Jan. 23.

The Phoenix Jazz Club

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 5, 2016
Before he bowls his next frame, senior Cole Griggs prepares to pick up his bowling ball at Olathe Lanes East on Wednesday, Jan. 20. The boys and girls bowling teams placed fourth out of four schools at the meet hosted by Olathe East High School.

Bowling teams face off at Olathe Lanes East

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
January 21, 2016

Sophomore Miranda Toland spends time after school assisting athletic trainer

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
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
College application process proves costly for seniors

College application process proves costly for seniors

Alison Booth and Sam Lopez
December 15, 2015
Injuries can hinder way of life

Injuries can hinder way of life

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
December 14, 2015

Sophomore Miranda Toland spends time after school assisting athletic trainer

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
December 10, 2015
Sisters and teammates senior Catie Kaifes and freshman Claire Kafies take practice shots to warm up for basketball practice on Friday, Nov. 20. "I saw how much fun Cooper and Conner had playing together last year, and I hope my experience will be just like that,"Claire said.

Family basketball legacy continues with freshman Claire Kaifes

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
November 23, 2015
Students bond with friends and family through hunting outdoors

Students bond with friends and family through hunting outdoors

Sam Lopez and Braden Shaw
November 17, 2015
After updating his computer, senior Patrick Gambill browses it on Saturday, Nov. 7. “I put in a new RAM [and] a new battery,” Gambill said. “I also upgraded the OS.”

Students pursue interests in technology through programming and building computers

Sam Lopez and Tricia Drumm
November 16, 2015
Senior Dani Stompoly and junior Austin Garner host the Video Production Halloween Film Fest during seminar on Wednesday, October 28.

Video Productions holds Halloween Film Fest

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
November 3, 2015

Make-A-Wish club begins operations

Nick Booth and Sam Lopez
October 22, 2015
After the Umpqua Community College shooting, junior Ethan Hansen argues about gun control at a Political Debate meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 7. Political Debate meets during seminar on Wednesdays in sponsor Chris Dunback's room to discuss current political issues.

Students organize new club for political discussions

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
October 9, 2015
Student choreographers, Alison Booth and Caroline Gambill rehearse their songs for the musical.

Students take on roles as choreographers in musical

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
September 24, 2015
Club president Sue Kim discusses future plans for the Make-A-Wish club at a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

[Photo] Students gain permission to start Make-A-Wish club

September 23, 2015
There's not always a need to be politically correct

There’s not always a need to be politically correct

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
September 21, 2015
During her Silver Two block on Tuesday, April 28, senior Kate Schau works on her music composition.

Senior creates composition for school band

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
May 4, 2015
Moving cards around on his desk, freshman Jason Easley preforms a card trick for his classmates on Wednesday, April 15.

Freshman performs card tricks for other students

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 15, 2015
Junior Cooper Hutteger spikes the ball over the net on Wednesday, March 25. "[Kick butts day] is very fun. I like the atmosphere," Hutteger said.

Kick Butts Day volleyball tournament encourages healthy habits

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 30, 2015
Sophomore Gabe Jasso plays his trumpet to "Folk Song Suite" during band on Monday, Feb. 23.

Band director makes changes to blue band and jazz band

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 26, 2015
Registrar Deana Thom helps develop counseling department

Registrar Deana Thom helps develop counseling department

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 11, 2015
SLT needs to work harder earlier in the year

SLT needs to work harder earlier in the year

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
February 5, 2015

MV Outreach from Cindy Swartz on Vimeo.

MV Outreach creates decorations for Children’s Mercy Hospital

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
January 24, 2015
Senior Willie Reed plays "Sir Duke" on his trumpet with the Jaguar Jazz Band at Baker University Jazz Festival on Friday, Nov. 21. Mill Valley earned a rating of 2 at the festival.

Jazz band performs at Baker University

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
November 25, 2014
Emporia State University student, Morgan Barton (left), helps a student in Advances Ceramics with his project.

Emporia State University student volunteers in art class

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
November 1, 2014

Junior Cooper Hutteger’s comedic tweets attract attention

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
October 22, 2014
The volleyball team defeated De Soto in five sets on Thursday, Oct. 9.

Volleyball defeats De Soto at dig pink match

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
October 12, 2014
Freshman Izzy Hellon and senior Maddie Little go up for a block on Thursday, Sept. 18.

Volleyball loses to Blue Valley and Saint James

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
September 23, 2014
Students need to be more cautious behind the wheel

Students need to be more cautious behind the wheel

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
September 17, 2014
Senior Abigail Sieperda signs with University of Arkansas to play soccer on Friday, Feb. 7.

Senior Abby Sieperda to play Division I girls soccer

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
May 15, 2014
Senior Laurel Knust signs her letter of intent to Kansas State University for rowing on Friday, Feb. 7.

Senior Laurel Knust recruited to college rowing team

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
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
The girls soccer team competed again the Shawnee Mission Northwest Cougars and fell 3-0 on Saturday, May 3.

Girls soccer falls to Shawnee Mission Northwest 3-0

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
May 5, 2014
Student teacher Phillip Warring explains the expectations of an upcoming debate on the Hiroshima bombing in AP U.S. History.

AP U.S. History curriculum changes

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 16, 2014
Tolerate the Phelps family

Tolerate the Phelps family

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
April 15, 2014
The girls soccer team fell to the Piper Pirates, 2-1, on Thursday, April 10.

Girls soccer falls to Piper

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
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
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
Sophomore Jillian Ottesen plays the trumpet in the ensemble on March 4 in Plumb Hall at Emporia State University. “I enjoyed watching my sister play [in the Emporia band] and the Emporia band was amazing,” said Ottesen.

Band plays with ESU

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 12, 2014
Sophomore Rhett Pierce controls the robotics team's newest robot as the team puts on the final touches before their next competition.

Robotics finishes building robot

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
March 4, 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
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 new security signs inform incoming visitors of the available entrances.

New security features

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
January 30, 2014
Middle school supports school counselor

Middle school supports school counselor

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
January 28, 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
Pop music has no artistic value

Pop music has no artistic value

Sam Lopez, JagWire news editor
January 9, 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
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
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
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
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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