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
Molly Griffin

Molly Griffin, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief

This is senior Molly Griffin’s third year on the JAG Yearbook staff. This year she will be taking the role of Mill Valley News editor-in-chief while continuing her role as a photographer for the JAG Yearbook. When she’s not in C-101 you can find her playing softball for Mill Valley and her club team, working at Pink Charming Boutique, volunteering for Relay for Life or in special needs classrooms around the district. During her free time she loves being outside, reading and watching the sunset.

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Post game, the team listens to Head Coach Joel Applebee's speech.

Jaguars bid for sixth straight state football title ends with loss to St. Thomas Aquinas

Jake Brown, Molly Griffin, Thomas Helm, and Macy Fothergill
November 19, 2024
After the game point against Olathe West, the Jags celebrate.

Junior Ella Florez dumps the ball over the net against Olathe West.

Arm up, sophomore Riley Riggs serves to Olathe West.

Clapping, seniors Saida Jacobs and Ashlyn Blazer cheer in celebration against Olathe West.

In pregame, senior Saida Jacobs slaps hands with Olathe West.

Jags celebrate after a play against Garden City.

In sync, senior Brekhan Waters and junior Leilah Perry block the ball against Garden City.

Arm back, sophomore Riley Riggs gets the kill against Garden City.

Setting for her teammate, junior Ella Florez puts the ball where the hitter needs it.

Mid air, senior Brekhan Waters gets the kill against Garden City.

At kickoff, senior Hudson Powers holds a cutout of senior Eric Penner while cheering along with his friends.

Jags tackle cancer 43-36 at The Swamp

Molly Griffin and Macy Fothergill
October 9, 2024
After the coin toss, seniors Garret Clark and Aiden Lehr celebrate.

After the meeting, honoree of the night Lisa Bergeron hugs her son Mikey Bergeron.

Eyes on the ball, senior Aiden Standley kicks the ball.

Trying to stand in bounds, senior Clayton Sondgeroth runs with the ball.

Ball in hand, junior Blake Jay tries to avoid the tackle.

Eyes up, junior Ayden Mosley runs around the opponent.

Yelling during the kickoff, seniors Conner Wood, Thatcher Ivey, and Jake Hobbs cheer on the football team.

Seniors Maggie Wieland and Connor Bohon were crowned Homecoming Queen and King at football game

Audri Brizendine, Molly Griffin, Thomas Helm, Madelyn Mahoney, and Macy Fothergill
September 27, 2024
After coronation, Homecoming Queen Maggie Wieland hugs seniors Jada Winfrey, Calista Marx and Isabel Cherrito.

Standing together, seniors Connor Bohon and Maggie Wieland get crowned as Homecoming King and Queen.

Homecoming King Connor Bohon gets crowned by 2023 Homecoming King Blake Powers.

In celebration, junior Hayden Heller screams towards his team.

Going for the sack, sophomore Larry Jones and junior Hayden Heller tackle the opposing quarterback.

Arms up, senior Braden Peter attempts to block the kick.

Running out of the jag head, junior Hayden Heller leads his team with the American flag.

Even with a tough loss football still had a great night honoring seniors

Molly Griffin and Thomas Helm
September 17, 2024
Walking across the field on senior night, senior Desmon Williams waves to the student section.

Avoiding the tackle, senior Connor Bohon runs with the ball.

Junior Jackson Lucht blocks the opponent.

After the toss, senior Garret Clark jumps to his team.

MV Band performs the National Anthem before the game begins.

Beginning to run out, Junior Jag football players run out with an American flag.

Mill Valley Junior Jags host annual Mill Valley Night Lights

Molly Griffin, Thomas Helm, and Avery Clement
September 2, 2024
Ready for the players to run out, Junior Jag cheerleaders hold their poms up with a smile.

During the scrimmage, Junior Jag coach and player talk.

Excitingly, junior Gavin Hurt welcomes a freshman through the crowd of students.

Student Council and JLC hold annual Freshman First Day

Molly Griffin, Callie Cahoy, and Sarah Allerheiligen
August 15, 2024
Smiling, media center specialist Ashley Agre greet freshmen.

Cheering for the freshman, seniors Noah Pham, Matthew Tieman and Blake Rieke hold signs.

During the pep assembly, principal Dr. Gail Holder gets introduced through cheers.

Cheering with the crowd, junior Sydney Epperson holds a sign.

Holding the mic to an incoming freshman, principal Dr. Gail Holder gets the freshmen class engaged in the fight song.

To begin the ceremony, choir sings the National Anthem.

As voted on by the class of 2024, English teacher Kristen Huang gives her speech "Everything's an Argument".

Smiling, graduate Sarah Anderson gives her valedictorian speech.

Smiling, graduates Lucy Roy and Walt Midyett walk the class out of the ceremony.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, graduates toss their caps in the air.

[Photo] Class of 2024 celebrates graduation during morning ceremony

May 22, 2024
Shaking School Board Vice President Stephanie Makalous's hand, graduate Blake Powers receives his diploma.

After receiving his diploma, graduate Nate Gardner holds it in the air to family in the stands.

After hearing her name called, graduate Reagan Enemark walks across stage.

After receiving her diploma, graduate Chloe Clayton hugs Principle Dr. Gail Holder.

Leading the class, seniors Walt Midyett and Lucy Roy walk with halls one last time.

Seniors honored at senior walk and award ceremony

Molly Griffin, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 17, 2024
After recieving the Red Cross/STUCO scholarship, senior Lucy Roy hugs STUCO sponsor Faith Bilyeu.

Lt. Colonel Gregory Shuey presents senior Robert Hickman with a Certificate of Appointment into the Air Force Academy.

Walking through the hall, senior Blake Powers puts his hand up in excitment.

Holding the

I Am Mill Valley: senior Sarah Anderson plays the violin in Orchestras around the city

Kate Haney and Molly Griffin
April 30, 2024
Senior student athletes sign their ceremonial documents of intent.

Athletic department honors 41 seniors who signed to play sport in college

Kate Haney, Molly Griffin, Evie Tindell, and Emma Ronning
April 26, 2024
Senior Brooklyn Lafon will attend the University of Saint Mary for Softball.

Senior Peyton Zenger will attend Baker University for Soccer.

Senior Kate Ricker will attend University of Central Missouri for Soccer.

Senior Brandon Munson will attend Michigan State University for Soccer.

Senior Sam Mullen will attend Southwest Baptist University for Soccer.

Senior Gus Hawkins will attend Kansas State University for Football.

Senior Truman Griffith will attend Kansas State University for Football.

Senior Jake Evans will attend William Woods University for Football.

Senior Tristan Baker will attend Baker University for Football.

Senior Trinity Baker will attend the University of Minnesota for Dance.

Senior Halle Wampler will attend the University of Arkansas for Dance.

Athletic director Brent Bechard gives his opening speech before announcing each signee.

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Illustration based on a photo by Avery Cole of the four Relay for Life chairs.

Students show their school spirit through planning for and attending Relay for Life event

Emma Clement, Molly Griffin, Avery Cole, and Evan LeRoy
April 18, 2024
Beginning his swing, junior Jackson Sprecker focuses on the ball.

[Photo] Golf team places 8th at Prairie Highlands Monday, April 8

April 12, 2024
Focused on the ball, junior Jackson Sprecker swings the golf club.

Mid swing, senior Broden Resch focuses on his drive.

Religion helps students define their lives

Religion helps students define their lives

Bella McPeake and Molly Griffin
March 19, 2024
Going up for the jump shot, sophomore Reece Riedel attempts to avoid his opponent's block during the playoff game.

Victory over Blue Valley West secures the Jags a spot in state tournament

Kaitlyn Hood, Callie Cahoy, Aubrie Barton, and Molly Griffin
March 7, 2024
Mid Air, senior Mason Kemp dunks the ball.

Trying to get through the opponent, sophomore JaKhai Carter gets to the hoop.

At the free throw line, sophomore Reece Riedel shoots the ball.

Blocking the opponent, junior Carter Kaifes watches the ball.

After the victory, senior Garrett Cronin along with the student section prepares to storm the court.

Mid air, senior Bryant Wiltse tosses the ball in the hoop.

Jumping towards the hoop, senior Mason Kemp shoots the ball.

Dribbling the ball, senior Bryant Wiltse looks for an open teammate.

Avoiding a Blue Valley West player, senior Kael Drummond runs toward the goal.

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