BV planner change, school will be in session on Jan. 17
Evelyn Davis, Staff Cartoonist
January 11, 2012
Although customarily the Tuesday after Martin Luther King Jr. Day has been Teacher In-Service, this year the Teacher In-Service has been moved to April 16. Because of this, students will have a three-day weekend Jan. 14, 15 and 16, and a day off in April, instead of a four-day weekend this... Read More
Headrush literary magazine now accepting submissions
Evelyn Davis, Staff Photographer
November 14, 2011
Headrush is now accepting art and writing submissions for the 2011-12 edition. “Headrush is meant to be a place where people can express themselves and present their creative interests,” editor-in-chief senior Mollie Chesis said. “We want to give people a chance to share the way they... Read More
Relay for Life captain’s meeting tomorrow
Evelyn Davis, Staff Photographer
October 11, 2011
The kick off for Relay For Life (RFL) will take place tomorrow, Oct. 12, in room 216. Students interested in being team captains this year should attend the meeting for pertinent information about Relay. Important dates will be shared, forms will be handed out, and there will be time to ask... Read More
Maroon 5, Train concert enjoyable for everyone
Evelyn Davis, Cartoonist
September 28, 2011
To start this review with a disclaimer: I am not a music know-all. In no way, shape or form do I claim to know anything about sound, notes, or what is good or bad. I’m no music snob — I don’t think I discovered every band before it got big. So here you have it — a concert review... Read More
Freshman class StuCo candidates announced, election this Thursday
Evelyn Davis, Staff Cartoonist
August 30, 2011
Elections for freshman Student Council class officers will be taking place this Thursday, Sept. 1 during lunch. Freshmen will convene in the Fixed Forum to listen to speeches of the candidates running for office. Candidates for Freshman Class President: Tj Baylee Catherine Eatherly Jonathan... Read More
Society makes short shorts a necessary evil
Evelyn Davis, cartoonist
May 25, 2011
I would like to begin by issuing an apology to all who have encountered me between the months of April and September: I’m sorry. I’m sorry that my shorts are short. Truly, I am. I’m sorry that sometimes my shorts don’t pass the “fingertip test,” and I’m sorry that you have to... Read More
Cliques motivated by search for happiness
Evelyn Davis, Cartoonist
May 6, 2011
Everyone has a different goal in life. To be a Broadway star. To be an NFL football player. To be a mother or a father. However, everyone has the same motivation for reaching their goals. A desire to be happy. This is a huge generalization and very stereotypical, but it’s true. The search... Read More
Raku Party will continue despite weather
Evelyn Davis, Cartoonist
April 15, 2011
The Raku Party, hosted by National Art Honor Society, will continue as planned today with a few minor adjustments because of the current weather forecast. The rain and wind predicted makes the firing process outside impossible. The party will take place from 7-9 p.m. in the Senior Hallway and... Read More
Prom King and Queen nominees announced
Evelyn Davis, Staff photographer
April 8, 2011
The Prom Committee officially announced the nominations for Prom Royalty. Seniors and juniors will vote for the Prom King and Queen next Thursday. The nominees for Prom Queen are: Subha Upadhyayula Taylor Popp Aerial Smith Jodi Whited Breanna Dowling The nominees for Prom King are: Allen... Read More
Rebecca Black doesn’t deserve hate dealt to her
Evelyn Davis, Cartoonist
March 31, 2011
Last week, Friday was nothing more than another day. This week, 13 year old YouTube sensation Rebecca Black turned the day into something completely different with her new song, “Friday.” But not for the better. Black’s music video, produced by Ark Music Factory and paid for by Black’s... Read More
Warming trend: Spring Break fashion trends adapt for warmer weather
Evelyn Davis, Editorial cartoonist
March 9, 2011
Say hello to: Rain boots Put away the furry boots (which, let’s be real, were done four years ago) and pull out the rubber rain boots. From red to green to floral, rain boots will take the school by storm this season. Or, at least I hope so. This new shoe fashion statement will also keep... Read More
Texting not a viable replacement for face-to-face communication
Evelyn Davis, political cartoonist
March 6, 2011
It’s 10:30 pm on a school night. The calc homework that you should be finishing sits idle on your desk as you instead calculate the minutes passed since the last message. You smile as your phone lights up. You’ve received a text. The deep conversation that you’d been having all night... Read More
Art students receive Gold Key honors, anticipate national results
Evelyn Davis, Editorial cartoonist
February 25, 2011
The Region-at-Large Scholastic Art and Writing Gold Key Awards for 2011 were announced by Scholastic on Feb. 3. Winners include seniors Lexi Dienstbier, Heather Fox, Makila Hennig and Kristi Thompson, juniors Aubrey Illig and Evelyn Davis and sophomore Katie Campbell. These artists’... Read More
RFL money due at Bank Night on Feb. 16
Evelyn Davis, Cartoonist
February 9, 2011
The Relay For Life Bank Night is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 16 following a brief Team Captain’s meeting at 3 pm. RFL committee chair senior Ryan Jaspal said the Bank Night is key to the overall result of RFL. “This year we anticipate raising more money than ever before,” Jaspal said.... Read More