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
Tricia Drumm

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief

Senior Tricia Drumm is undertaking her third and final year on the JagWire staff and will be one of the three magnificent Mill Valley News editors-in-chief. When she isn’t in the journalism room, she’s singing alto in Jag Chorale. In her free time, Tricia loves to read, write, prance around in her heels, hang out with her dogs and friends, obsess over “Criminal Minds” and sleep — a lot.

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Take every chance you get

Take every chance you get

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 24, 2018
After dating for five years, senior Preston Cole and Truman High School senior Jessica Curtis plan on getting married in Knob Noster, Missouri on Saturday, June 29.

Seniors prepare for marriage before heading to college

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 23, 2018
Running away, senior Max Whisler smiles as his friends fall in the mud.

Annual Mayhem Week wraps up school year

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 16, 2018
Before the Bell: Students’ lives before school

Before the Bell: Students’ lives before school

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 25, 2018
Spending the morning together on Saturday, March 31, junior Caroline Rutledge and senior Hailey Stelle paint pictures as a way to disconnect from technology and instead better connect with one another. "I think other people should get together to paint because it gives them time to get off their phones, just find beauty in the simplest thing and paint it," Rutledge said.

Group painting allows creative expression in social setting

Tricia Drumm and Lexi Flipse
April 21, 2018
Have confidence in yourself

Have confidence in yourself

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 19, 2018
At bank night for Relay for Life, sophomore Avery Altman turns in the rest of her teams money.

Variance of sources contribute to the Relay for Life fund

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 19, 2018
A member of the community participates in an on-site fundraiser

During the Kick Butts volleyball tournament on Wednesday, March 21, senior Brent Stevenson tips the ball over the net as girls from the opposing team attempt to block it. Stevenson's team "Let the Good Times Bowl" took first place in the tournament.

Annual Kick Butts volleyball tournament inspires healthy lifestyle

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 22, 2018
This years flu season has proven to be harsher, and while mainly targeting youth, it is impacting people across the nation.

Vaccine resistant strains cause harsh flu season for children and young adults

Tricia Drumm and Jakob Twigg
March 14, 2018
Due to a side effect of type one diabetes, junior Colin Prosser has to check his glucose levels everyday before he eats. “It’s mostly just around the meal time.” Prosser said. “You just have to test imbolis before you eat and then two hours or so afterwards.”

Diabetes affects the everyday lives of staff and students

Abby Layton and Tricia Drumm
March 13, 2018
With his eyes on the goal, junior Logan Talley makes a break around a defender.

Boys basketball falls to Bishop Carroll 58-47 in state semifinals

Tricia Drumm and Katya Gillig
March 9, 2018
School district uses five of four inclement weather days

School district uses five of four inclement weather days

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 5, 2018
Investigate the pros and cons before committing to acrylic nails

Investigate the pros and cons before committing to acrylic nails

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 16, 2018
Working together since the opening of the school, gifted service facilitator Carmen Shelly and media center specialist Andy Shelly have worked together for 22 years, including previously working together at Desoto High School.

Multiple married couples share experiences working together at Mill Valley

Katya Gillig and Tricia Drumm
February 15, 2018
Mixing up a bowl of fruit, senior Will Morris prepares a snack at the Prairie Ridge Elementary JCPRD program on Monday Jan. 29.

Students find work taking care of kids at daycares, JCPRD and home

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 13, 2018
Positioning a prism in front of his camera lens, senior Simon Vongxay photographs a subject during a photo shoot on Thursday, Feb. 1.

Students pursue passions in photography

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 3, 2018
Letters from the Editors: Every detail counts

Letters from the Editors: Every detail counts

Tricia Drumm, Morgan Gurwell, and Ally Nguyen
January 31, 2018
Review your part in society before taking risks on the internet

Review your part in society before taking risks on the internet

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
January 19, 2018
While rehearsing on Monday, Dec. 4, sophomore Cael Duffin plays the drums with his class from School of Rock. “It’s the interconnectedness that School of Rock has that makes it less of a band and more of a family,” Duffin said.

Band students join outside groups to develop as musicians

Tricia Drumm and Annie Myers
December 27, 2017
Letters from the editors: My, oh my, how time flies

Letters from the editors: My, oh my, how time flies

Tricia Drumm, Morgan Gurwell, and Ally Nguyen
December 20, 2017
Located at 6000 Roger Rd in Shawnee, Old Shawnee Pizza started back in 1969 and has since opened a second location in Lenexa.

Old Shawnee Pizza presents homey atmosphere and recurring clientele

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 8, 2017
During her mock interview in Career and Life Planning, sophomore Sydney Ebner answers a question asked by a volunteer interviewer on Wednesday, Nov. 29.

Students receive real-world experience through mock interviews

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 30, 2017
Letters from the Editors: Better late than never

Letters from the Editors: Better late than never

Tricia Drumm, Morgan Gurwell, and Ally Nguyen
November 17, 2017
Students face legal, extracurricular and social consequences from involvement in party culture.

Party culture: breaking down the negative repercussions that are often overlooked, forgotten or ignored

Tricia Drumm and Nora Lucas
November 16, 2017
JagWire reporters discuss the positive and negative effects of social networking

JagWire reporters discuss the positive and negative effects of social networking

Tricia Drumm and Elizabeth Joseph
November 10, 2017
Social networking isn’t as great as it seems

Social networking isn’t as great as it seems

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 10, 2017

42nd Street Musical from Dorothy Swafford on Vimeo.

Theatre department performs first tap musical since 2009, “42nd Street”

Tricia Drumm and Michael Sandri
November 9, 2017
At the start of the race, the girls cross country team runs together.

Boys and girls cross country named runner-ups in Kansas State Championships

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 30, 2017
Standing in his new room, art teacher Jerry Howard “thinks that it will be exciting for him to have his own room just for Graphic Design.”

Addition of new computer lab relocates Graphic Design teacher Jerry Howard

Tricia Drumm and Ally Nguyen
October 18, 2017
Performing for Kansas State band members, juniors Joe McClain, Johannes Seberger and Ben Stove play their trombones at the clinic. The Marching Jaguars competed at the Central State Marching Festival on Saturday, Oct. 7, earning a superior one rating.

Blue band presented superior one rating at Central States Marching Festival

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 9, 2017
JagWire staffers evaluate various carbonated and flavored waters

JagWire staffers evaluate various carbonated and flavored waters

Tricia Drumm and Elizabeth Joseph
September 30, 2017
Sitting on the couch in her host family's home, foreign exchange student and senior Eunice Hsu poses in front of the Taiwanese flag while holding a flag on Monday, Sept. 4.

Senior foreign exchange student Eunice Hsu overcomes language barriers

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 25, 2017
Debate coach Ann Goodson prepares the varsity debate team before the tournament at Washburn Rural High School on Friday, Sept. 15. "I’m really enjoying Goodson’s teaching methods in the classroom," junior Lauren Rothgeb said. "She’s doing a fabulous job of training everyone, and you can especially see that in the novices."

Debate competes in both Washburn Rural High School and St. James Academy tournaments

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 19, 2017
Juniors Bella Hadden and Britton Nelson, sophomore Delaney Kemp and freshmen Molly Haymaker, Jenna Walker and Morgan Koca pose for a photo of their shirts on Saturday May 13.

Mud volleyball tournament concludes Mayhem Week

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 16, 2017
Before the girls soccer game on Tuesday, April 18, head coach Arlan Vomhof receives a plaque honoring his 400th coaching victory from athletic director Jerald VanRheen.

Head soccer coach Arlan Vomhof celebrates 400th collective coaching victory

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 23, 2017
Singing a solo, junior Lauryn Hurley qualifies for state at the regional competition on Saturday, April 8

Students compete in regional solo and ensemble competition

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 11, 2017
Boys tennis coach Steve Bock starts off practice on Tuesday, March 21. "I only have them from March," Bock said. "We practice for three weeks, then we're off to the races."

Boys tennis takes on new leadership

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 23, 2017
Don't fall into the habit of changing yourself for others

Don’t fall into the habit of changing yourself for others

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 22, 2017
While watching the freshmen perform their dance, science teacher Chad Brown laughs alongside the other judges.

Winter Homecoming pep assembly signifies end of spirit week

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 4, 2017
Relaxing in the comfort of their home, seniors Anthony, Cindy and Marcel Meljanac enjoy exploring many hobbies and spending quality time with each other.

Being a triplet strengthens bond among siblings

Tricia Drumm and Joe McClain
February 3, 2017
English teacher Kristen Crosbie smiles in front of her white board on Monday, Jan. 9. Her favorite part of the room is the daily drawing by senior Jason Chen, pictured above. "I’m just amazed by his talent," Crosbie said. "So, that right now is my favorite thing of my room, and I wish I could keep it there all the time. Now, we’re in Venice."

English teacher Kristen Crosbie creates inviting environment within her classroom

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
January 18, 2017
After starting by sewing her junior year homecoming dress, senior Melissa Kelly continues to sew clothes for herself. “It’s mostly trial and error, trying to problem solve to figure out how I can put something together,” Kelly said.

Senior Melissa Kelley discovers a hobby for sewing and designing clothes

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 10, 2016
Juniors Jarod Griggs and Sam Phipps work out the answer of the math problem at the Turner tournament on Thursday, Dec. 8.

Quiz Bowl secures first place in Turner tournament

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 9, 2016
A guide to keeping yourself happy—without friends

A guide to keeping yourself happy—without friends

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 23, 2016
After preheating the oven, student nutrition assistant Michelle Kile spreads chicken patties onto a pan on Friday, Oct. 28.

Food for Thought: District offers a multitude of healthy food options for students

Tricia Drumm and Nora Lucas
November 21, 2016
Band director Deb Steiner helps sophomore Jordyn Allen during a break in class on Tuesday, Nov. 8. With the quickly approaching winter concert, focus is beginning to shift away from football performances.

Football playoffs cause band to reorganize concert rehearsal schedule

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 9, 2016
Freshman Sydney Ebner wraps her friend in toilet paper during a stress free seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 19. "This has been really fun with my friends, we've been coloring and just hanging out," Ebner said.

JagPRIDE holds Halloween-themed stress-relieving seminar

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 20, 2016
Political Discussion leaders Jack Campbell and Ethan Hansen moderate discussion.

Political Discussion club provides students outlet to explore different opinions

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 6, 2016
Senior trumpet player Spencer Butterfield marches forward on the field during movement three. Blue Band received a two rating overall at the Bonner Springs High School competition on Thursday, Sept. 29.

Band receives two rating at Bonner Springs Marching Festival

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 30, 2016
Freshman Anna Ricker, sophomore Fatima Hernandez and freshman Samantha Volkamer walk with MV Outreach during the parade.

Homecoming parade provides an entertaining experience for those involved

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 15, 2016
The cross country team competed in their first meet as a part of the EKL on Thursday, Sept. 1 at Johnson County Community College. According to sophomore Darlene Yanez, the meet caused nerves and excitement. “At first it was nerve-racking and I was so overwhelmed and when they were like ‘OK, on your marks, get set, go’ I really didn’t think about it, I just went and got it going," Yanez said.

Cross country earns first and second in SMS Quad

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 3, 2016
Annual convocation boosts excitement for nearing school year

Annual convocation boosts excitement for nearing school year

Tricia Drumm and Joe McClain
August 12, 2016

Gardner coffeehouse brings community together

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
May 10, 2016
Junior Thomas Hopkins prepares to cross the finish line for the boys 4x800 meter relay on Saturday, April 23.

Track and field competes in KU relays

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 25, 2016
Photo courtesy of Country Stampede

The JagWire’s guide to local music festivals

Tricia Drumm, Jillian Leiby, and Sam Lopez
April 14, 2016
Buzz Beach Ball

Buzz Beach Ball

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 14, 2016
During the track meet at the Olathe District Activity Center on Friday, April 8, freshman Steven Colling runs a sprint.

Girls track places third, boys fourth at Olathe East meet

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
April 12, 2016
The girls track team continues training on Wednesday, March 23, for their first invitational against Leavenworth at home on Tuesday, March 29.

Girls track

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 26, 2016
Media specialist Andy Shelly works on the computer at the front desk of the library on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

E-books soon to be made available to library

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 10, 2016
Senior Sarah Soriano goes over technical details about the team's robot with junior Taylor Barth while mentors Gary Hannah and Megan Ring work on the robot itself on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

Robotics finalizes robot for competition

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 25, 2016
Photos from Tribune News Service, New York Times and Time Magazine.

An in-depth look at gun violence and gun control

Nick Booth, Tricia Drumm, Jillian Leiby, Adri Talavera, and Victoria Wright
February 11, 2016
Photos from Tribune News Service, New York Times and Time Magazine.

Gun control remains a contentious issue

Tricia Drumm, Jillian Leiby, and Adri Talavera
February 11, 2016
Jealousy is not a bad thing

Jealousy is not a bad thing

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 9, 2016
At the league KVL meet on Wednesday, Feb. 3, seniors Rohit Biswas and Jacob Hubert and junior Tom McClain, listen intently as the speaker asks the next question

Quiz Bowl sweeps KVL meet

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
February 5, 2016
Album art courtesy of Panic! At The Disco

Panic! At The Disco channels inner Frank Sinatra with ‘Death of a Bachelor’

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
January 21, 2016
Communication arts teachers recommend books to read for winter break

Communication arts teachers recommend books to read for winter break

Tricia Drumm and Victoria Wright
December 18, 2015

Juniors Josh Cafer and Jazz Loffredo spend free time playing computer games

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 16, 2015

Juniors Josh Cafer and Jazz Loffredo spend free time playing computer games

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
December 8, 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
Album art courtesy of "We Love Disney."

“We Love Disney” is better than it sounds

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 11, 2015
In Advanced Debate, senior Jack Booth helps junior Sydney Hall with a counter plan on Thursday, Oct. 29, in preparation for the meet at Shawnee Mission Northwest on Saturday, Oct. 31.

Debate team places sixth at Shawnee Mission Northwest competition

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
November 1, 2015
Mellophoneers from the marching band stand in formation during their competition on Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Marching band awarded Superior One rating at Emporia State University competition

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
October 8, 2015
Francesca's at Town Center is a boutique with everything from trinket-like gifts to clothes and accessories.

JagWire reviews shopping districts

Jason Chen, Tricia Drumm, and Adri Talavera
September 22, 2015

Town Center and Hawthorne Plaza

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 22, 2015
Students in Kelly Margheim's third grade class show their excitement on Tuesday, Sept. 15 after winning the spirit stick.

Jaguar spirit stick introduced to elementary schools

Tricia Drumm, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
September 18, 2015
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