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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
Adri Talavera

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager

Senior Adri Talavera is entering her third year on the JagWire staff, this year as the opinions editor and co-business manager.

All content by Adri Talavera
The Jaguar baseball team fell to the Shawnee Heights T-Birds 11-9 in the state quarterfinal on Thursday, May 26 at the Eck Stadium. The Jaguars finished the season with a 17-6 record.

Baseball team loses in first round of state tournament

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 26, 2016
On Wednesday, April 20 StuCo candidates for the 2016-2017 school election wait in the broadcast room before giving their live speeches.

Student body election results announced for 2016-2017 school year

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 25, 2016
New superintendent Frank Harwood smiles with his wife and children.

New superintendent Frank Harwood looks to continue district success

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 15, 2016
Playing the role of a fairy, senior Maria Guilford (right), directs senior Carson Vitt to his resting place during rehearsal on Thursday, March 31.

Shakespeare play draws large senior class

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
April 12, 2016
Telling your parents you love them

Telling your parents you love them

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 8, 2016
Looking to the batter, senior Jack Nielsen pitches to a Bonner Springs batter on Thurs. March 25. The Jaguars played a double header against the Braves and won both games 6-2 and 15-2.

Baseball

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 26, 2016
During the Shawnee Leadership Program's Education Day, senior Taylor Pullen gives participants a tour of the school on Thursday, March 24.

Shawnee leadership program visits school

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
March 25, 2016
In AP Language and Composition, juniors Jazz Loffredo, Brady Rolig and Payton Frye (pictured right to left) wait patiently while communication arts teacher Kristen Crosbie checks their homework on Friday, Feb. 26.

Proposal to ban national curriculum reoccurs

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
March 10, 2016
District offers superintendent position to Frank Harwood

District offers superintendent position to Frank Harwood

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 8, 2016
Candidates

[Photo] Students show support for presidential candidates

Justin Curto, Mill Valley News editor-in-chief
March 8, 2016
Having an obscure name is a struggle

Having an obscure name is a struggle

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 29, 2016
School resource officer Mo Loridon talks with Mayor Michelle Distler during her visit to the school on Friday, Feb. 19.

Mayor visits school to learn about school resource officer program

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 20, 2016
It's a girl-eat-girl world

It’s a girl-eat-girl world

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 19, 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
Girls shouldn’t feel ashamed of their menstrual cycles

Girls shouldn’t feel ashamed of their menstrual cycles

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 9, 2016

Football team recognized by MaxPreps Tour of Champions

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 6, 2016
Don't let debt deter you from your dream school

Don’t let debt deter you from your dream school

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 1, 2016
The teacher to musician transformation I couldn't be happier about

The teacher to musician transformation I couldn’t be happier about

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 1, 2016
With their hands on the buzzers, seniors Jacob Hubert and Jack Booth compete at the Quiz Bowl tournament at Maranatha Christian Academy on Thursday, Jan. 21.

Quiz Bowl goes undefeated to place first at Maranatha meet

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 22, 2016

Shadowing at hospital provides medical experience for senior Hanna Ceule

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
December 16, 2015

Horseback riding takes priority in student-equestrian’s life after school

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
December 16, 2015
Horseback riding takes priority in student-equestrian's life after school

Horseback riding takes priority in student-equestrian’s life after school

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
December 7, 2015
MV Update: Dec. 2

MV Update: Dec. 2

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
December 2, 2015

Jaguars prepare to take on Bishop Carroll in 5A state championship game

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 30, 2015

Jaguars win school’s first athletic state championship

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 30, 2015

Jaguars win school’s first athletic state championship

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 28, 2015

Jaguars prepare to take on Bishop Carroll in 5A state championship game

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 25, 2015
MV Update: Nov. 25

MV Update: Nov. 25

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 25, 2015
Following a 45-28 win over the St. Thomas Aquinas Saints, Jaguar football players and fans celebrate after receiving the sub-state champions plaque on Friday, Nov. 20. The Jaguars will play for the state title for the first time in school history against Bishop Caroll on Saturday, Nov. 28 at Carnie Smith Stadium, Pittsburg State University.

Football team to play for state title after win over Aquinas

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 21, 2015
MV Update Nov. 19

MV Update Nov. 19

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 19, 2015
At custodian Rhonda Jensen’s house on Sunday, Nov. 8, Jensen stands next to her horse named Star. “I love animals. I’d rather be around animals than I would people. They talk back, even though you can’t understand them. They’re beautiful,” Jensen said.

Job and animals provide solace to custodian after past struggles

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 16, 2015
After beating the Pittsburg Purple Dragons 56-21,the Jaguars pose for pictures with the sectional trophy on Friday, Nov. 13. The team will advance to play Saint Thomas Aquinas in for the sub-state championship at home on Friday, Nov. 20.

Jaguars advance to sub-state with win over Pittsburg

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 14, 2015
MV Update: Nov. 12

MV Update: Nov. 12

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 12, 2015
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[Photo] Compulsive texting found in teens

Nick Booth and Jillian Leiby
November 13, 2015
MV Update: Nov. 6

MV Update: Nov. 6

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 6, 2015
Beauty Boss: The clueless girl's guide to makeup

Beauty Boss: The clueless girl’s guide to makeup

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 4, 2015
Students lack knowledge of sexual consent

Students lack knowledge of sexual consent

Alison Booth, Margaret Mellott, and Adri Talavera
October 27, 2015
Beauty Boss: At home dye tips to dye for

Beauty Boss: At home dye tips to dye for

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
October 26, 2015
Breaking through the Braves defense, sophomore Ike Valencia carries the ball for a first down. The Jaguars defeated the Bonner Springs Braves 48-14 in their second playoff game, clenching the Jaguars a spot in the playoffs.

Football improves to 2-0 in district play, secures spot in playoffs

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 24, 2015
MV Update: Oct. 21

MV Update: Oct. 21

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
October 22, 2015
Fantasy football serves as a competitive outlet for students

Fantasy football serves as a competitive outlet for students

Tori Aerni and Braden Shaw
October 21, 2015
Left: Senior Hannah Ceule has a co-worker fix her makeup on Saturday, Oct. 8. Middle: Crawling towards people unknowing of her presence, senior Savannah Praiswater prepares to scare them on Saturday, Oct. 8. Right: While standing in The Boneyard at Worlds of Fun on Saturday, Oct. 10, senior Jordan Wootton waits, hiding in the midst of the fog to scare bypassers.

Seniors take on jobs as Halloween Haunt actors at Worlds of Fun

Sarah Myers and Adri Talavera
October 20, 2015
Jumping over the defense, senior Christian Jegen runs for a touchdown. The Jaguars defeated the St. James Thunder on Friday, Oct. 16 with a final score of 45-14.

Jaguars win first game of district play against Saint James Academy 45-14

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 17, 2015
Seniors should go all out for their final year

Seniors should go all out for their final year

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
October 16, 2015
MV Update: Oct. 14

MV Update: Oct. 14

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
October 14, 2015
MV Update Oct. 8

MV Update Oct. 8

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
October 8, 2015
The Jaguars fell to the Staley Falcons on Friday, Oct. 3 with a final score of 28-21. Despite the loss, head coach Joel Applebee encourages the team to work hard and be ready for the next game. “Don’t let one loss ever define you, it never should, OK?' Applebee said, in his postgame speech. "It’s how you work, it’s how you prepare. That’s what defines you.”

Football falls to Staley in first loss of season

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
October 6, 2015
Beauty Boss: Everyone is pretty

Beauty Boss: Everyone is pretty

Adri Talavera, Adri Talavera, and Adri Talavera
October 5, 2015
MV update: Sept. 30

MV update: Sept. 30

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 30, 2015
Beauty Boss: Change is good

Beauty Boss: Change is good

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 28, 2015
In preparation for the halftime show, the band takes direction from senior Lindsay Hamner the morning of the football game against Blue Valley Northwest on Friday, Sept. 11. The band, as well as the football team, dance team and physical education classes have been able to use the turf since it was placed on the field.

New turf football fields placed at both district high schools

Tori Aerni, Morgan Gurwell, and Braden Shaw
September 24, 2015
MV Update: Sept. 23

MV Update: Sept. 23

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 23, 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
Beauty Boss: Your makeup can look good at 4 a.m.

Beauty Boss: Your makeup can look good at 4 a.m.

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 21, 2015

Wesport

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 21, 2015
Seniors Lucas Krull and Cole Morris cheer alongside teammates and cheerleaders. The Jaguars defeated the Derby Panthers, 27-20, on Friday, Sept. 18.

Jaguars defeat Derby in ‘Cousin Bowl,’ improve to 3-0

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 21, 2015
Q&A: Cousins will coach against each other in Homecoming football game

Q&A: Cousins will coach against each other in Homecoming football game

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 21, 2015
Cheering with his fellow nominees, freshman Jack Mahoney celebrates his win as Most Likely To Be a Disney Princess.

Students earn first-ever Mill Valley Awards at Homecoming pep rally

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 21, 2015
Seniors Lucas Krull and Cole Morris cheer alongside teammates and cheerleaders. The Jaguars defeated the Derby Panthers, 27-20, on Friday, Sept. 18.

Jaguars defeat Derby in ‘Cousin Bowl,’ improve to 3-0

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 19, 2015
Q&A: Cousins will coach against each other in Homecoming football game

Q&A: Cousins will coach against each other in Homecoming football game

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 17, 2015
Cheering with his fellow nominees, freshman Jack Mahoney celebrates his win as Most Likely To Be a Disney Princess.

Students earn first-ever Mill Valley Awards at Homecoming pep rally

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 17, 2015
MV Update Sept. 16

MV Update Sept. 16

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 16, 2015
While waving an American flag, the Jaguar football team sways back and forth waiting for their entrance to start the game against Blue Valley Northwest in Friday, Sept. 11. The Jaguars defeated the Huskies, 40-6, furthering their record to 2-0.

Jaguars improve to 2-0 with win over Huskies

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
September 12, 2015
MV Update: Sept. 10

MV Update: Sept. 10

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 9, 2015
Beauty Boss: God bless the scientific method

Beauty Boss: God bless the scientific method

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 7, 2015
MV Update: Sept. 2

MV Update: Sept. 2

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
September 2, 2015
Beauty Boss: I've got senioritis

Beauty Boss: I’ve got senioritis

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
August 31, 2015
Seven staff parking spots remain empty during seminar on Friday, Aug. 28. The parking spots designated for staff limit the number of available parking spaces for students.

Seminar parking survey provides information for administrators

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
August 29, 2015
Introducing the honorary speaker at the senior graduation awards ceremony on Friday, May 15, senior class president Clayton Kistner makes a brief statement on how physical education teacher Travis Keal has made a positive impact on the seniors.

Seniors recognized for awards and scholarships

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
May 18, 2015
During a rehearsal for "The Importance of Being Earnest," junior Aidan Quinn and senior Steven Blaine practice a scene in which their characters, Algernon and Jack, fight.

Theater department completes show week

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
May 4, 2015
During their lunch break, juniors Audrey Linsey, Hannah Schrepfer, Riley Wagner and Allen Weinert talk about what their favorite animal was that they saw during the class cup trip to the Kansas City Zoo on Wednesday, April 28.

Junior class goes to the zoo for Class Cup reward

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
May 2, 2015
Following the ceremony, senior Isaiah Young pretends to sign as he takes a picture with his family.

Eight athletes sign letters of intent at signing ceremony

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
April 30, 2015
Race does not correlate with personality

Race does not correlate with personality

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
April 14, 2015
Senior Kaitlin Parker and sophomore Kristen Kelly do a handshake to start off the game against Basehor-Linwood on Thursday, April 9. The Jaguars defeated the Bobcats 12-1 in the first game, and fell 5-2 in the second.

Softball team splits games with Basehor-Linwood on Thursday, April 9

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
April 11, 2015
Long term subs take the place of teachers

Long term subs take the place of teachers

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
April 9, 2015
Reality TV teaches teens bad life lessons

Reality TV teaches teens bad life lessons

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
March 27, 2015
Beauty Boss: At-home eyebrow tips

Beauty Boss: At-home eyebrow tips

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
March 26, 2015
Head coach Mike Bennett cheers after a basket is made.

Jaguars fall to Maize South in first round of state basketball play

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
March 12, 2015
Makeup is not an indicator of promiscuity

Makeup is not an indicator of promiscuity

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
March 11, 2015
After the Lady Jags beat the Basehor-Linwood Bobcats 47-36, the seniors on the team celebrate by holding up the Kaw Valley League Championship trophy on Friday, Feb. 27.

Girls basketball earns Kaw Valley League champion title on Friday, Feb. 27

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
March 1, 2015
Physical education teacher and wrestling head coach dedicates himself to the betterment of his team

Physical education teacher and wrestling head coach dedicates himself to the betterment of his team

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 11, 2015
Communication arts teacher Justin Bogart is a recognizable face and voice around school

Communication arts teacher Justin Bogart is a recognizable face and voice around school

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 11, 2015
Journalism adviser Kathy Habiger started the award-winning program

Journalism adviser Kathy Habiger started the award-winning program

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
February 10, 2015
Senior Jack Earlenbaugh, junior Rohit Biswas, sophomore Tom McClain and junior Patrick Gambill compete in Quest at Washburn University on Saturday, Jan. 24. “They have a format that’s more intense and competitive.” McClain said.

Quiz Bowl team competes in televised event Quest

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 5, 2015
Beauty Boss: Oral hygiene is too often overlooked

Beauty Boss: Oral hygiene is too often overlooked

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
February 5, 2015

Athletic Signing Ceremony (2-4-15) from Cindy Swartz on Vimeo.

Twelve athletes sign letters of intent to play sports at collegiate level

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
February 4, 2015
Students in Spanish teacher Jan Good-Bollinger’s Spanish III class write to their pen pals in Spain on Wednesday, Jan. 28.

Spanish III students communicate with students around the globe

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
February 1, 2015
Senior Michaela Mense performs her musical solo from the Kansas Thespian Conference on Monday, Jan. 26.

Thespians earn superior ratings at conference

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
January 27, 2015
Junior Clayton Holmberg chants during a team huddle before the boys basketball game against Tonganoxie on Friday, Jan. 16.

Boys basketball team beats Tonganoxie Chieftains to become 2-6

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 17, 2015

NHS Fashion Show from Cindy Swartz on Vimeo.

NHS members model in the Natalie M. Fashion Show

Grace Van Inwegen, JagWire reporter
January 14, 2015
As he looks to pass to a teammate, senior Evan Kopatich brings up the ball in a basketball game against Basehor-Linwood on Tuesday, Jan. 6. The Jaguars fell to the Bobcats, 59-47.

Jaguars fall to Bobcats 59-47

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
January 7, 2015
Beauty Boss: Post haircut depression is a very real thing

Beauty Boss: Post haircut depression is a very real thing

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
January 7, 2015
Beauty Boss: Ten ways to recover damaged hair

Beauty Boss: Ten ways to recover damaged hair

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
December 5, 2014
Ben Kohl, Assistant Director of student finical director at Kansas-State University, talk to students about finding scholarships from private investors.

Financial Aid and College Planning Night takes place

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
December 5, 2014
Anonymous Twitter account brings positivity to student body

Anonymous Twitter account brings positivity to student body

Tori Aerni, JagWire editor-in-chief
November 18, 2014
Blog: Misconceptions of makeup

Blog: Misconceptions of makeup

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 18, 2014
Blog: The value of an awkward stage

Blog: The value of an awkward stage

Adri Talavera, JagWire opinions editor/business manager
November 7, 2014
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