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As the beginning of Spirit Week approaches, the Metea Valley student body is counting down the days until Homecoming on Sept. 30th. In anticipation for the dance, mustangs...
The SAT turns fully digital as College Board removes the written test option
September 21, 2023
College Board announced their decision to remove the written SAT option and turn fully digital starting January 2024. Students...
National English Honors Society launches an exciting kickoff event
September 21, 2023
The National English Honors Society hosted a kickoff meeting on Sep. 19, which brought in a larger turnout than in previous years....

I walked into the lunchroom seeing only new faces. I did not want to eat alone, but I did not want to eat with strangers. Every class I had that day, I had no friends to talk...
The parking lot is not safe for students
September 21, 2023
Getting hit by a car is never a pleasant occurrence, and definitely not on the first day of school in the parking lot, but unfortunately,...
Sleep deprivation has harmful effects on students
September 19, 2023
Sleep deprivation leads to a lack of concentration in class, and an increase in fatigue. This creates a cycle of stress that only...
Whether you watched “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” for pure nostalgia, to have a night out with your friends, or simply for a new experience, you can find...
Breath of the Wild remains timeless
May 30, 2023
A look back at one of the most influential video games in recent times.
‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is fan-service at its finest
April 22, 2023
Imagine sitting down with friends in a movie theater right before the trailers play. Looking around, there are kids running around...
In this issue ... In school suspension. Decoding football calls. May stress. Class of 2024 future plans. Mint Mobile. Art Corner.
In this episode, Azaa, Isa, and Ryder discuss theories about Elon Musk, cars and colors, and videos on Americans trolling the British. We also sing Happy...


I walked into the lunchroom seeing only new faces. I did not want to eat alone, but I did not want to eat with strangers. Every class I had that day, I had no friends to talk to...

OLAS is the organization of the Latin American Students. Its mission is to unite Latino students and...


U.S. News & World Report ranked Metea Valley High School number 25 for best high schools in Illinois...

There are risks and rewards in every sport, but wrestling pushes these risks to another level. As a wrestler...

The Mustangs’ varsity soccer team played Waubonsie for their 2nd conference game, winning 2-1 against...

Mrs. Brahney, the coach of the Metea Valley co-ed cheerleading team has led her teams to state for 10...

As the beginning of Spirit Week approaches, the Metea Valley student body is counting down the days until Homecoming on Sept. 30th. In anticipation for the dance, mustangs...



Getting hit by a car is never a pleasant occurrence, and definitely not on the first day of school in the parking lot, but unfortunately, I got that experience firsthand. Walking...



Whether you watched “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” for pure nostalgia, to have a night out with your friends, or simply for a new experience, you can find...



Sophomore Abigail Hervey is involved in the school community through her passion for music and water sports. Keep reading to learn more about her experiences at Metea. What activities or sports are you involved in? I am involved in many activities at school. Sportswise, I am a part of...

Students celebrated Teacher Appreciate Week, May 1 to 5. Throughout the week, there was an ice cream and taco truck, letters written by students, and more dedicated to our teachers.
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