Profits from Matchmaker survey donated to cystic fibrosis research
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
January 27, 2012
Eleven years ago this March, BV student Julie O’Neal passed away from cystic fibrosis. Student Council continues to support cystic fibrosis research by donating all profits made from the Matchmaker quizzes to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). “It helps to keep her memory alive,” student... Read More
City-Wide dance cancellation results in refunds
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
January 11, 2012
The City Wide High School danced scheduled for Dec. 21 was cancelled due to low ticket sales. All the tickets sold by the prom committee will be refunded by Friday, Jan. 13. The refunds will be available for students to pick up in the office. “The reason that it takes so long is because you... Read More
Della Lamb toy drive deadline tomorrow
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
December 7, 2011
Those who wish to donate toys to the Della Lamb toy drive must have their donations in the library by Thursday, Dec. 8. A student can bring up to five toys for five hours of community service. The toys must be new, non-violent and not battery-operated. Students should spend approximately $5-10... Read More
Q&A with fall sport managers
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
November 21, 2011
Varsity Football What made you start managing? Senior Maddie Osmundson: “My brother played football in high school, and I always thought the program was really cool. It looked fun, so I just decided to be manager. I really like watching football. I figured I could be manager and watch a lot... Read More
Teacher uses monarch butterflies in classroom to teach characteristics of life
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
October 27, 2011
During the second week of September, biology teacher Melanie Mahoney received an email she wasn’t expecting from a parent. The parent asked her if she wanted any monarch caterpillars — extras from a local third grade class project. Mahoney wasn’t sure she wanted the cater- pillars in... Read More
SME College Fair
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
October 12, 2011
The 49th Annual Shawnee Mission College Clinic starts today at 6:30 p.m. at Shawnee Mission East High School. Representatives from over 200 schools will be there to answer questions and inform students about their college. No registration is necessary to attend. As of Oct. 5, the list of representatives... Read More
College visit dates
Annie Matheis, Features Editor
September 7, 2011
The following colleges will be visiting BVHS on these days. For more information, see Cindy Snell in the counseling office. Washburn University — Sept. 7 Missouri University of Science and Technology — Sept. 8 Baylor University — Sept. 12 University of Alabama — Sept.... Read More
Student Council officers announced
Annie Matheis, features editor
May 26, 2011
Student council officers for the sophomore, junior and senior classes of the 2011-2012 school year have been announced. The officers are as follows: Senior President: Megan Kuharich Vice President: Bailey Swimmer Secretary: Thamara Subramanian Treasurer: Lauren O’Toole Junior President: Bingjie... Read More
Senior prepares to serve country in National Guard
Annie Matheis, News Editor
May 6, 2011
One weekend a month, senior Michelle Stratman practices marching. She executes commands. She runs, does push-ups and sit-ups and learns how to assemble an M-16 rifle. Michelle joined the Kansas Army Reserve National Guard on Feb. 12. She said she wanted to serve in the military since researching... Read More
Traveling back: Twins return to serve home country, Israel
Annie Matheis, News Editor
May 6, 2011
Mai: Senior Mai Bonomo plans to volunteer for one year in an underdeveloped community in Israel. Her trip starts at the end of July, through the program Shnat Sherute, which translates to “A Year of Service.” Her volunteering will include in-school and after-school activities for kids... Read More
College fair hosted at BVW tonight
Annie Matheis, News Editor
April 13, 2011
The annual Blue Valley District College Fair will be held this evening at Blue Valley West from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Almost 100 colleges will have a representative there to answer questions and inform students about the colleges. Junior Lauren Reardon said she plans to attend the event. While there,... Read More
People to People International connects students to new cultures
Annie Matheis, News Editor
April 8, 2011
A letter arrived in the mail with People to People Ambassador Program stamped on the envelope. Sophomore Alex Robinson tossed the letter aside, believing it to be a scam. But, after researching it online, Alex found out People to People is an organization meant to bring different cultures together. “I... Read More
Planning a night to remember — Prom Committee organizes details of dance
Annie Matheis, News Editor
April 8, 2011
A $14,000 budget. For decorations, flowers, food, drinks, invitations, a DJ, a tiara, a crown and the Ritz Charles. The Prom Committee, 12 junior girls, is responsible for making all decisions concerning Prom while keeping costs within the budget. “It is all on us to decide everything,”... Read More
College scheduled to visit
Annie Matheis, New Editor
April 7, 2011
A representative from the admission office of the University of Arkansas will be at BV tomorrow, April 8, to talk to students who are interested in attending school there. Students must see counseling secretary Cindy Snell to sign up for the meeting. VN:F [1.9.11_1134]please wait...Rating:... Read More
Seniors must bring photos for video
Annie Matheis, News editor
April 3, 2011
Seniors need to bring up to three photos of themselves by April 4, for the senior video to be played at an activity for graduation. The photos must be from the student’s high school years, meaning no baby shots are allowed for submissions. Videos should be emailed to bvseniorvideo@gmail.com... Read More
PTO scholarship opportunity offered for seniors
Annie Matheis, News editor
March 28, 2011
Students who wish to enter to win the Parent Teacher Organization Scholarship must have their forms turned to counseling secretary Cindy Snell by Friday, April 1, at 3 p.m. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must graduate in 2011 and have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. The... Read More
Senior discus thrower desires to compete at Olympic level
Annie Matheis, News editor
March 9, 2011
Senior Mizani Hobson prepares the same way every track meet. She arrives about an hour and a half before the meet. She relaxes a little and lays out in the sun. She studies the throwing ring and stretches before warming up. Hobson then approaches the ring to participate in the sports she loves... Read More
Auditions approach for speeches at Class Day, graduation
Annie Matheis, New Editor
March 9, 2011
Seniors may sign up to audition to give a senior speech for Class Day or graduation. Auditions are on March 29 in the PAC. Two speakers present on Class Day, while two different speakers recite for the Commencement Address. Assistant principal and activities director Megan Allam coordinates... Read More
Playing in the dark — Pit orchestra supplies authentic sound for musical production
Annie Matheis, News Editor
February 18, 2011
The sound of enchanting string instruments fill the room. A resounding cacophony of trumpets, flutes and a piano complete the harmony. The director assists the musicians to blend the varying tones. The pit orchestra consists of 17 players who provide live music for the winter production, Beauty... Read More
Snow days may lengthen school year
Annie Matheis, News Editor
February 18, 2011
This school year, originally scheduled to end on May 25, may be extended into the summer as a result of six snow days. The four snow days built into the school year would have pushed the last day of school to June 1. Principal Scott Bacon said he believes the snow days disrupted the school... Read More
RFL team captains meeting scheduled for Feb. 2
Annie Matheis, News editor
January 29, 2011
A Relay for Life meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 2 for all of the team captains. Relay for Life sponsor Adam Wade said this meeting will be focus on specific fundraising details. They will also discuss how the night of RFL will work. “We don’t have a chance to communicate with... Read More
Diversity club members discuss their views toward racial bullying, student acceptance of different ethnicities
Annie Matheis, News editor
January 28, 2011
How is Blue Valley accepting of other cultures? Senior Rachael Mendez: I feel like we are a very accepting school, but some of the jokes people say, like, “You’re such an Asian,” and things like that, are not necessarily meant in a harmful or belittling manner, but some people would take... Read More
Troop leader guides Daisies into bloom: Former Girl Scout educates first graders about life-lessons through various activities
Annie Matheis, News editor
January 28, 2011
An air of excitement floats throughout the room. Little girls’ voices chatter about the day while they munch on a snack. A voice then calls for attention to introduce the lesson for the afternoon. Senior Sarah Moore leads a Daisy troop of 12 first-graders. Before she could become a leader,... Read More
Fall Final Exam Schedule
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
December 16, 2010
The schedule for the Fall 2010 Final Exam is as follows: Friday, Dec. 17 1st Hour: 7:45 – 9:05 a.m. 2nd Hour: 9:15 – 10:35 a.m. Monday, Dec. 20 3rd Hour: 7:45 – 9:05 a.m. 4th Hour: 9:15 – 10:35 a.m. 5th Hour: 10:45 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21 6th Hour: 7:45... Read More
Group of students uses after school time to play different hacky sack games
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
December 10, 2010
They stand in a circle. A hacky sack bounces from person to person. Cheers ring throughout the senior hall. A group of students recently discovered their new favorite past-time — hacky sack. The group formed when senior Holden Rolfs found a hacky sack over the summer and started bringing... Read More
Student’s group performs in battle of the bands competition
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
December 10, 2010
Catchy guitar riffs fly out the speakers. Amps muffle the melodic lyrics. Drums and bass kick out a steady beat. Senior Karalyne Winegarner’s new alternative band, The Let Downs, will perform their first show at a battle of the bands competition called the Next Big Thing Tour on Dec. 11 at... Read More
Debate squad finishes regular season
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
December 9, 2010
The Blue Valley debate squad ended their regular season last weekend. Debate teacher Chris Riffer said it was one of the best closings the team has ever had. The team won the Lawrence High Sweepstakes Award after competing against 32 other schools. This was the first time Blue Valley won this... Read More
Book drive to honor teachers, help kids
Annie Matheis, News Editor
November 9, 2010
KAY Club is sponsoring a book drive to donate new or gently used books to Children’s Mercy Hospital throughout the week of Nov. 7. Students can earn community service hours by participating in the book drive. The students earn one hour of community service for every two books donated and... Read More
Buy one, give one free
Annie Matheis, News Editor
November 5, 2010
One for One. For every pair of shoes bought, a pair goes to a child in need. This is the idea of the for-profit organization, TOMS Shoes. Hailee Hawthorne, sales associate at Taylor’s shoes in Town Center Plaza said she loves the cause. “I think anything to help out people who are in need... Read More
A change in perspective
Annie Matheis, News Editor
November 5, 2010
They encourage their fellow students. They support every person. They help in any way they can. Students in the Interpersonal Skills class participate in weekly activities to apply the skills they learn in the classroom. The goal of the Interpersonal Skills class is to help students learn better... Read More
Enduring the pain: Tigerette continues dancing despite relentless knee injury
Annie Matheis, News editor
October 18, 2010
Pain plagued junior Cari McCabe’s life for the past year. It is likely that knee pain will be with her for the rest of her life. Her injury prevents her from doing daily activities that she is passionate about. She can no longer do the same dances she was once able to do as a Tigerette. After... Read More
Online opportunities available at CAPS not offered at BV
Annie Matheis, News Editor
October 14, 2010
The new CAPS center is equipped with exclusive social networking capabilities not available at district high schools. The social media options for CAPS students include Facebook and YouTube access. The CAPS Center is unblocked from these websites to create a realistic business environment. “We... Read More
30 years on state police force define campus officer’s career
Annie Matheis, News editor
September 26, 2010
He searched through zero-visibility water for dead bodies, trained other officers on how to use a Breathalyzer and eradicated millions of dollars of marijuana. For 30 years, campus police officer Dennis Randall was a state police officer in northeast Missouri. He was a water patrol officer,... Read More
New club focuses on community
Annie Matheis, News editor
September 26, 2010
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a new service organization at BV that focuses on assisting the community. Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Donna DeHart started FCCLA at BV due to the FACS curriculum migrating towards career pathways. “It was always part of a... Read More
New club focuses on community
Annie Matheis, News editor
September 24, 2010
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New club focuses on community
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
September 24, 2010
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BV publication nominated Pacemaker finalist
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
September 10, 2010
The Tiger Print was recognized as a Pacemaker finalist earlier today. “A Pacemaker is like the Pulitzer Prize for high school journalism,” adviser Jill Chittum said. “It is one of the top awards a publication staff can receive for all their hard work.” To be nominated as a Pacemaker... Read More
Sophomore class ring orders due Thursday
Annie Matheis, News/Web Editor
August 25, 2010
Class ring orders are due on Thursday, Aug. 19 for all sophomores who are interested in ordering one. Jostens will be in the commons from 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. to pick up the class ring orders. “[Class rings are] a memento of your high school days,” receptionist Pam Arnott said.... Read More