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Valhalla

The student news site of Lake Stevens High School

Valhalla

The student news site of Lake Stevens High School

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School Safety: Signs like the one above inform everyone that guns are not allowed on school campuses. Despite this, school shootings have become a devastatingly common occurrence. “Guns have evolved over the years. So should our gun laws,” activist Shane Claiborne said.

Stricter regulations needed for purchasing a firearm

Implementing a higher age requirement for buying a gun in conjunction with mental health screenings could minimize public threats
Staff Editorial
June 13, 2022
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Everett, WA - June 7, 2022: The Class of 2022 gather at Angel of the Winds Arena for their graduation ceremony. 592 seniors were awarded their high school diploma this year, including 16 students who maintained a 4.0 cumulative GPA.

Needed changes to graduation

LSHS should broaden student recognition in order to reflect all four A’s - academics, arts, athletics and activities
Staff Editorial
June 10, 2022
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Congratulations. LSHS will sign senior student athletes to seven different colleges around the country and here in WA. Seniors and families decorated tables with school colors, images and logos of their college, while wearing clothing that represented where theyll head to in the fall. The coach Ill be playing for is fantastic and I couldnt be more excited, Wells said.

An opportunity of a lifetime for an athlete

With the school year coming to an end, eight more names written on pen and paper make the collegiate experience a reality
Melanie Delestrez, Staff Reporter
May 26, 2022
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Do you know your horoscope? People used to use astrology to predict their own future or an outcome of a problem, and people still use this astrology for this reason until this day. Students tend to look up their compatibility for relationships even though it may not line up with their relationship. “My best friend is an Aries and I am a Cancer and I guess Aries are my worst relationships, but I do see how we can bump heads from time to time,” senior Sinead McLoughlin said.

The ancient art of horoscopes

A deep dive to the history of astrology and differing beliefs around the topic.
Lilianna Rodriguez, Opinion Section Editor
May 25, 2022
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Rockstar teachers

Students share their most memorable teachers throughout the Lake Stevens School District
Dakota Latham, Photographer
May 25, 2022
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Summer Fun: Schools almost out, summers coming up quick, and reading both new and old releases is a great way to kill some time. In 2021, Sno-Isle Libraries offered a summer reading program, in which students could submit a form documenting their reading for ten hours and earn a free book of their choice from the library. Im looking forward to reading Book of Night by Holly Black and Babel by R.F. Kuang this summer, sophomore Natalie McCullough said.

The sand, the sun and a good book

Summer reading recommendations will keep your mind relaxed over vacation
Addison Delgado
May 25, 2022
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Creative expansion: MerMay is a monthly art challenge during the month of May. These challenges have their pros and cons, but always offer inspiration to budding artists. “Sometimes it’s the song I hear, sometimes it’s something I see, but usually it’s what’s around me,” Jody Cain said.

MerMay encourages creativity

Recurring May illustration challenge helps artists broaden artistic expression instead of experiencing burnout.
May 25, 2022
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What a rager! Students dancing at the 2022 Lake Stevens High School Prom. 980 students attended the event. “I had a great time at prom, and it was really fun to see so many people that I knew,” junior Rachel OMalley said.

From masked to masqued

Prom proves to be a huge success
Katelyn Gardner, Staff Reporter
May 25, 2022
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Students come together as a council to discuss student issues and concerns. My favorite part of being involved in SACo would be getting the opportunity to work with a bunch of different people and being able to see the different perspectives on touching issues, senior Kaitlyn Johnson said.

SACo Update

The voices of the students next plan of action.
Brandon Himple, Staff Reporter
May 23, 2022
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Game ready: Grace, Riley and Alexandra walk to their van to travel to their soccer game. The Unified Soccer Team has been training for these games and working together as a team.  I like listening to music and singing, said Riley Smith.

Unified in spirit and connected on the field

LSHS’s Unified Soccer Team makes its debut
Madelynn Butler and Julia Kiehn, Section Editor
May 23, 2022
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Las Vegas, NV - April 28, 2022: Fans all across the United States gather at the set site for the 2022 NFL Draft. To kickoff the 22 year, the Jaguars chose the first pick after their 3-14 season. This place was very energetic and a very good way to start this season, sophomore Liam Lureas said.

Jacksonville Jaguars select Travon Walker 1st overall

This years NFL draft had it's surprising moments and here's a recap
Aidyn Marshall, Staff Reporter
May 23, 2022
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