METEA MEDIA

Across the globe, reliance on cars
continues to create transportation
challenges for pedestrians.
Originally published in The Stampede: Issue 6.

Spotlight

Narrow path to safety: Car dependency threatens individuals

Cars roar past as students step onto a narrow gravel path just outside Metea Valley High School. There’s little to separate them...

Thanks, College Board, we hate it!

Sweeti Patel and Esther Kabanda • May 19, 2025

It’s 7:25 a.m., you’re rushing to find your testing spot amongst a sea of other anxiety-ridden students. The proctor is frantically yelling directions...

Mini Mustangs celebrate with pomp and circumstance

Struan Somerville, Braiden Stone, and Luisa Bernardino • May 19, 2025

The Mini Mustangs finally finished their year! The Metea preschoolers graduating on May 15th and they march throughout the hallways with the high...

Your World. Your Stories. Everyday.

The Class of 2025 newspaper journalism students have left their mark on the Metea community.

Opinions

Class of ’25 journalists: Don’t forget to write

Adam Page, Adviser

I joined my high school newspaper staff, The Central Times, when I was a junior. I didn’t really have a passion for journalism, but I did have a friend...

Issue 5: March 21, 2025
March 21, 2025
In this issue … Daylight Savings … Spring Sports … Shamrocks Shakes … March Madness and more!
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Issue 4: February 14, 2025
February 14, 2025
In this issue… High School Dating… Rom Coms… Social Media Relationships… Football Themes… and more!
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Issue 3: January 7, 2025
January 7, 2025
In this issue… Academic Cheating… 2024 News Recap… Rom-Coms… New Years Resolutions… and more!
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Issue 2: November 21, 2024
November 22, 2024
In this issue… Weather Safety… Election Results…Black Friday…Jon Jones’ Legacy
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Issue 1: October 17, 2024
October 24, 2024
In this Issue… Artificial Intelligence… Election Overview… Fall Overconsumption… Fall Writing Contest… and More!
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Issue 6: May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
In this Issue .... Friendships and the High School Experience ... Student Athlete of the Month ... Energy Drinks Market ... Android vs Apple ... K-Pop and the Music Industry ... and more!
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Issue 5: March 20, 2024
March 23, 2024
In this issue... Weather Outside, Adaptive Theater, Coquette Core, Seasonal Depression, Student Sections, Art Corner, and more!
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News

The College Board released a statement on the AP psychology test.

Breaking News: AP psychology test delayed nationwide

Emily Peña and Emma Nicholls • May 16, 2025

The AP Psychology exam, originally set to begin at noon, faced a 45-minute delay due to technical issues....

Many clubs search for a new executive board before the beginning of next school year.

Clubs use differing methods for board selections

Amenah Allami and Emma Nicholls • May 16, 2025

Club executive boards are a vital part of what keeps the clubs organized and running smoothly. At the...

Metea is exchanging their paper passes for digital passes.

Metea bathroom passes going digital

Emma Nicholls, News Reporter • May 15, 2025

Metea Valley’s hall passes will be digital, replacing the traditional paper passes. These new passes...

Sports

Metea's 1st Annual ESPY's are coming in full effect

MV’s first-ever ESPY Awards celebrate varsity athletes and legacy

Carlos Sanchez and Gino Colasanti • May 16, 2025

For the first time in school history, Metea Valley is rolling out the red carpet for its athletes. The...

"Both teams shake hands before the game begins."

Mustangs lose hard-fought battle in double overtime to Naperville North

Gino Colasanti, Sports Reporter • May 14, 2025

In a tense and thrilling matchup that stretched into overtime, Metea girls’ soccer fell just short...

Girls' Valley Lacrosse team posing with joy on Metea Valley's football field

Girls’ Valley Lacrosse falls short on Senior Night

Carlos Sanchez, Sports Editor • May 6, 2025

The Metea Valley/Waubonsie Valley co-op varsity girls lacrosse team hosted Naperville Central in a high-energy...

The Mane

The Mane – S9 E13
May 16, 2025
The Mane
In this episode, we take a look at Legally Blonde, USC Ice Bucket Challenge, Seniors Send Off, and more!
The Mane – S9 E12
May 9, 2025
The Mane
In this episode, we take a look at Helping the Janitors, Get Involved, Barnes & Noble, and more!
The Mane – S9 E11
March 28, 2025
The Mane
In this episode, we take a look at NFL Trades, Filling Hearts with Hope, Teachers reading Brain Rot, and more!
The Mane – S9 E10
March 14, 2025
The Mane
In this episode, we take a look at the Multicultural Fair, The Mane Mini Games, St. Patrick's Day Trivia, and more!

Podcasts

Under The Light Episode 12
April 30, 2025
Tune in for a fun and short episode discussing a senior assassin! Let the games begin! Listen to episode 12 of Under The Light!
Reining It In Episode 9
April 11, 2025
In episode 9, Grey and Tenaya announce the main book submission of Vol. 16 of The Rein!!(YAY!!), the final deadline for the book(spring supplement), upcoming senior events, and more. Yearbook Distribution: May 12th-16 In the commons during ALL lunch periods! A limited amount of books will be available for purchase through cash or check Order your yearbook today! https://prod.yboc.varsity.com
In and Out of Our Walls Season 2 Ep 10
April 8, 2025
In our 40th episode, Ryder and Azaa discuss the dangers of being online, voice chats when it comes to games, Discord creeps, online dating, and the integrity of a journalist when it comes to spreading the truth in a sea of misinformation! (TLC is indeed a deep part of the internet, and I beg you all to prove us wrong…Enjoy this one!) The credit of music: Tropical Elevators
In and Out of Our Walls Season 2 Ep 9
March 28, 2025
In this brain-searching episode, Ryder and Azaa discuss deja vu, Starbucks delicacies, how particular objects can trigger memories, and what it’s like to visit your middle school as a junior! (Going back to your middle school is really interesting, though; y’all should try it someday…HAPPY SPRING BREAK EVERYONE!! P.S. If you stalk your middle school teachers on Facebook, don’t say anything about it…) The credit of music: Tropical Elevators
Under The Light Episode 11 – Senior Festivities to Look Forward to
March 28, 2025
Wondering about how seniors feel at this point in the school year? Do you know what senior events are coming up? Listen to episode 11 of Under The Light to find out more about everything going on for seniors at Metea Valley! The credit of music: PBMWTI (Youtube)
Teenage Dirtbags Episode 13
March 26, 2025
In this episode, I and our returning dirtbag, Elle, chat about the topic of sexism and how it affects today's society. This episode does also have some political strains in it too so just make sure you are ok with this content before listening, enjoy! Music Credit: Orignal Sound by Struan Somerville