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The student news site of Lake Stevens High School

Valhalla

The student news site of Lake Stevens High School

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Spring Sports: LSHS spring sports season came to end over the past weeks. Although it was an altered year LSHS still performed well. It was a lot of fun, we had a decent record, senior Kohl Lippmann said.

Recap on a short spring season

A reflection on the shortened covid-season filled with changes and setbacks for LSHS spring sports
Jordan Ross, Staff Reporter
June 2, 2021
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Lopes Up: Senior Samaya Morin signs to play beach volleyball at Grand Canyon University. Im so excited for the next four years, Morin says, Ive dreamed of this since I was five!

Lake Stevens High School seniors take sports to next level

Athletes' dedication to their sport pays off as they're offered the chance to play at the college level
Alexa Psaradelis, New Editor
May 26, 2021
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Entrepreneurial Knowledge: Karen Morton’s business and DECA students attend class in a mixture of in-person and remote. Students were given an option to return to school or stay in distance learning in April. “Being back in school, especially Mrs. Morton’s class, has made me realize how much I missed the in-school experience,” junior Luke Bates said.

LSHS changes from online to hybrid learning

The option to return to in-person learning offers a sliver of school pre-pandemic
Joelle Stever, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2021
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Not Funny: Some men explain that Rape Day is only a joke, as women struggle with their sexual trauma. Many social media posts and videos were made by men regarding the validity of Rape Day and how it shouldnt have been taken seriously. This holiday should have never had an upbringing, junior Amanda Comfort said.

The consequences of modern rape culture

Rape Day is not a joke
Nadia Tucey, A&E Editor
May 18, 2021
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USMNT is Back! This summer the US Mens National Soccer team looks to bring home another trophy in this years gold cup. They have a good player pool! said junior and diehard USMNT fan Ramon Mata.

US men’s soccer looks to bounce back after lost year

USMNT hopes to claim the Gold Cup trophy
Jordan Ross, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2021
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Super League could become the future of soccer as we know it. I think its a terrible idea and will ruin the integrity of soccer, senior Tanner Jordan said.

Super League may become the future of European soccer

Europe's top clubs may team up to form a European Super League
Carson Schoenwald, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2021
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GSA Club: Lynn Atchley is the Gender-Sexuality Alliance club advisor. Atchley has had past experience with the LGBTQ community and spoke out on her experiences. I have family members who are gay, so I am fiercely protective of them. I have loved being involved with this group of kids as I am very protective of trans people as well, Atchley said.

2021 presents a record-high number of anti-transgender legislation

States like Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee are targeting transgender youth
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LGBTQ+ Student Art Spotlight

See art made by LGBT+ students here at Lake Stevens!
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Exhausting Proclamation: Citizens gather in protest to advocate for equal treatment of minorities and justice for those that were unjustly killed. Ma’khia Bryant was killed by police officers after calling for help, which caused another wave of protests. “I think the basis of the system is corrupt and that the system shouldn’t be built to where an innocent young woman could be shot and killed,” senior Ryan Van Der Put said.

Ma’Khia Bryant and Daunte Wright killed

Two high-profile cases intensify significance of the Chauvin trial, with heightened focus on justice for African Americans
Emera Ward, Sports Editor
May 18, 2021
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Spiritual Exploration: Junior Cecilia Valles learns how to give a tarot reading. Valles had always been interested in tarot reading, but felt that she wasnt allowed to learn due to the constant gatekeeping from the spiritual community. You dont need to read tarot cards or believe in it to qualify as a spiritual person. Spirituality is more about exploring your inner feelings and self, and tarot cards can help you with that, Valles said.

Gatekeeping and its effects on community

A socially accepted form of exclusion
Nadia Tucey, A&E Editor
May 10, 2021
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The idols of Blackpink pose during one of their concerts. The singers (from left to right: Rosé, Jennie, Lisa, and Jisoo) are often judged online for their appearance and weight. “These idols dont get to choose what they look like unless its their day off, which is rare,” freshman Gabrielle Short said.

K-pop fans need to fight against idol abuse

It’s time that Kpop fans call out the abusive behaviors of management companies
Lillian Carpenter, Viking Gallery Editor
April 19, 2021
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Senior Han Sangwin poses for the camera. They rocked an ‘academia’ style, one they seemed particularly fond of. “Im wearing a corset, which has also gotten big recently and is super versatile because, high-key, it can be used in a variety of styles. Academia tends to have turtlenecks, plaid patterns, long coats, sweaters, overall just sophisticated and clean with that ‘academic’ touch,” Sangwin said.

Odd year, odd fashion trends

Increased popularity of hobbies caused an increased interest in fashion
Lillian Carpenter, Viking Gallery Editor
April 16, 2021
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