Relay for Life Kicks Off
October 31, 2009 • Katie Giel
Relay for Life is always a huge event for Ahwatukee, and this year, the hope is that it’s even bigger. This Thursday was the kickoff to start it all. When Desert Vista students think of Relay, they think of Mr. Mark Honaker. Mr. Honaker makes the event possible for students and promotes it on the campus.... Read more »
DV 2009 Homecoming Parade
October 30, 2009
A Haunted Homecoming
October 30, 2009 • Lindsey Laski, Managing Editor
It is hard to believe that it is already time for homecoming. The students are preparing for it by getting their dresses, rides, and even the place to eat; but the student council has much more on their platter. The student council is in charge of the homecoming this year. This means the parade... Read more »
Have a Happy Homecoming
October 30, 2009 • Megan Johnson
Over the years, Homecoming has changed drastically. Each fall, the Homecoming Committee throws students a different type of dance; whether it is different themes, DJs, or venue- students are always surprised. This year, Homecoming will take place on October 31st, aka Halloween. Following a Haunted Mansion... Read more »
Exceeding the standards on AIMS testing
October 30, 2009 • Ayla Mitchell
This week sophomores were pulled out of class to partake in the fall AIMS testing. The Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards is a common standardized test in high schools. Students based on their test performance can effectively decide their future. Beyond the general aptitude information that... Read more »
Only the best survive the cut in soccer
October 30, 2009
Girls, are you thinking about joining the soccer team? Well here are some intimidating facts. Freshman welcome to high school where everything is that much HARDER! Rumor has it that there are a bunch of girls trying out for the team, more than last year! Competition is a good thing, right? Not only... Read more »
One Last Chance
October 30, 2009
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Another Victory for DV Marching Band!
October 30, 2009 • Sami El-Sayed
Desert Vista Marching Band competed at ASU band day Saturday October 24th. We tied first with Highland High, getting a 75.3, but we earned the music general effect caption. We were then awarded first place overall with a higher score. Congradulations to all band members! Read More →
Drama Drama Drama!
October 30, 2009 • Melissa Dean
Drama. That five letter word is something that everyone is definitely familiar with. It’s usually the word that means friendships aren’t working, relationships are bad, and people are telling nasty rumors that shouldn’t go out to the public. But, many people have their own opinions on their own... Read more »
Music in Ears of Teen’s
October 30, 2009 • Mariah Schulte
New songs are sweeping the hip-hop nation. Heard on all the teen’s stations, 104.7 and 101.5, when popular music comes on the radio, the bus driver turns up the volume and the boring bus ride home is now and party ride home. One of the popular songs is Down by Jay Sean. Always on the radio, “the... Read more »
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