The official student media of Blue Valley Northwest High School

BVNWnews

The official student media of Blue Valley Northwest High School

BVNWnews

The official student media of Blue Valley Northwest High School

BVNWnews

Sophomore Maddie Passett plays the ukulele  and sings in her year.

A universal love

Kathryn Case, Writer April 19, 2021

Being involved in choir and band, senior Declan Franey said that music is a very important piece of his everyday life and is something he is extremely passionate about.  “I love the performances...

During COVID, having any kind of ties to the entertainment industry was difficult but two senior Josh Robinson and sophomore Scott Wyatt were still able to begin their own band, Holes in Socks.

Performing in a pandemic

Regan Kauth, Writer April 14, 2021

During COVID-19, having any kind of ties to the entertainment industry was difficult but senior Josh Robinson and sophomore Scott Wyatt were still able to begin their own band, Holes in Socks. Wyatt and...

Sophomore Caroline Lubbe works with KU volunteer mentor Darene Essa during a femineer meeting.

Engineering Program accustoms to new normal

Elizabeth Caine, Writer April 8, 2021

The Femineer Program, a national program for engineering that is held at Blue Valley Northwest, had to make changes to their program this year due to COVID-19. The three year program empowers K-12 female...

The NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball tournament, which began on March 18 and lasts until April 5, provides college basketball fans with 19 days of games filled with upsets, buzzer beaters and crazy moments.

March mania

Jack Nitz, Sports Editor April 2, 2021

The NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball tournament, which began on March 18 and lasts until April 5, provides college basketball fans with 19 days of games filled with upsets, buzzer beaters and crazy moments....

New program provides seniors with a unique experience

New program provides seniors with a unique experience

Tessa Regan, Assistant Executive Editor March 2, 2021

As part of a larger senior celebration committee, the “Adopt a Senior” program allows for the BVNW community to get involved in supporting this year's seniors. The committee is made up of 47 parents,...

Junior Lexi Liess practices trap shooting with her father, Rich Liess.

Trap challenger?

Matthew Lemke, Writer March 1, 2021

Junior Lexi Liess competes in a not so ordinary sport. Trapshooting has been a passion of hers since she was 13. Starting with her dad shooting when he was younger, Liess said that he was her motivation...

Setting up for success

Kathryn Case and Megan Yates February 21, 2021

Despite the lack of teacher-to-student connection Junior Sam Stubenhofer said he is experiencing from school, he has found ways to enjoy his hybrid schooling experience, particularly through his workspace...

Junior Braden Bartalos shows off his true style with his past self Pgazing toward his current self, illustrating how his style has evolved.

The meaning of masculinity

Reagan Kauth and Liz LaHood February 3, 2021

People’s opinions it means to be “manly” are widely debated in today’s society. This subject goes hand in hand with the topic of toxic masculinity, and how stereotypes...

Changing Holiday Traditions

Changing Holiday Traditions

Anna Bailey, Writer December 23, 2020

Due to the pandemic, families are celebrating fall and winter holidays in different ways. Most families are able to see those who live in town or those whom they have been spending time with during the...

Committed.

Committed.

Jack Nitz and Matthew Lemke December 17, 2020

After looking for a backpack, Avery Feather said this one was the perfect
fit. She found the bag at Plato’s Closet for $15.

Think Thrift

Kathryn Case, Writer December 14, 2020

After realizing the harm fast fashion brands cause the environment, senior Avery Feather said she became more conscientious of which clothing companies she was going to support. “Originally I used...

Cast members meet over zoom to rehearse for their roles.

Taking the Screen

Katelyn Gau and Abbie Kratofil December 2, 2020

BVNWs theater program produced a virtual play with the purpose of giving actors a way to perform while keeping everyone safe. The play is titled “Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon.” The play will be offered...

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