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Passaic Valley Welcomes New Hornet Staff Members
Passaic Valley welcomed some new staff members for the 2022-23 school year. Read the article from The Valley Echo to meet Mr. Brendan Clonan, Mrs. Kelly O'Brien, Ms. Olivia Pantale, and Ms. Maria McMahon.
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PV Students Gear Up for Homecoming Week, Showcasing Hornet Pride
Passaic Valley geared up for Homecoming during the week of September 26th. To kick off the week, the Passaic Valley Student Senate organized Spirit Week and grade level class officers brought back the Penny Wars fundraising competition. On Friday, September 30, the Fall Pep Rally took place on Walton Field, the first on the new turf, where the Homecoming football game would be held later that evening.
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Swarm Up and Spike Down Cancer: Spike Ball Tournament to Be Held in Honor of Dominic Cappello
On Saturday, June 18th at 5 p.m., the Superintendent Ambassadors will host a Spike Ball tournament in honor of Dominic Cappello to generate support and raise money as 6-year old “Dom” begins treatment. The event will be held on the brand new turf field.
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19 of PV Photographers Participate in Pingry High School's 26th Annual Student Photo Exhibition
19 of Passaic Valley’s photography students were selected to submit their work to Pingry High School’s annual Student Exhibition in the Hostetter Gallery. The exhibit began on February 18, 2022 and continued until March 26, 2022.
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After Being Virtual for Two Years, The PV Art Show Is Back for In-Person Viewing on May 24th
After a two-year hiatus from gallery viewing due to COVID-19, the PV Art Show has returned to its traditional format for 2022. In the past weeks, students and art teachers have worked hard preparing their showcase. The Art Show will be available for public viewing on May 24th from 7-9pm in the Farrell Gym.
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Mrs. Vigilante Honored as "Counselor of the County" by Passaic County School Counselor Association
On Wednesday March 23, Mrs. Danielle Vigilante was presented as “Counselor of the County”, by Passaic County School Counselor Association. Nominated by her co-workers, Mrs. Vigilante was honored for her dedication to Passaic Valley students and the community.
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“Diversified in the Sky”, a Cultural Celebration, Takes Flight in Ms. Czepiel's Art Classes
Students in Ms. Corine Czepiel’s Art Exploration and 3D Designs classes created hot air balloons to promote cultural awareness. “Diversified in the Sky” is exhibited in Room 149, displaying a variety of flags to represent different cultures, making students and staff feel acknowledged and welcomed.
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Juniors Walk the Red Carpet for Hollywood Themed Cotillion at The Terrace
This year, Juniors dressed up for their Hollywood-themed Cotillion, walking the red carpet at The Terrace in Paramus, NJ. On February 17, 2022, attendees enjoyed a night filled with dancing, delicious food, friends, and plenty of picture-taking.
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New Superintendent Ambassadors Program Provides Students With a Voice
Superintendent Mr. Bracken Healy has implemented a Superintendent Ambassador program for the 2021-2022 school year. A committee of twelve students, with three representatives from each grade level, meets monthly with Mr. Healy and staff, representing the voice of the student body.
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Alumni Spotlight: While Building His Brand, Alum Billy Pinckney Gives Back to the PV Community
PV alum and current student at Montclair State University, Billy Pinckney, sat down with the Valley Echo to discuss his most recent activities, accomplishments, and express his support for his alma mater.
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Construction Crew Breaks Ground On New Track and Turf Field Project
Construction on the new Track and Turf Field Project started in December. Superintendent Mr. Bracken Healy took to his Instagram page, sharing pictures of construction along with the new track and turf field plan to announce the project which is anticipated to wrap up in May.
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2006 Alum, Dr. Adam Christopher, Returns as PV’s New Assistant Principal
Dr. Adam Christopher returned to Passaic Valley, his alma mater, as the New Assistant Principal in November. His expertise in STEM will help bolster our math and science departments. He will also focus on enhancing our Career and Technical Education programs to create more pathways for everyone.
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Fall Blood Drive Exceeds Previous Year's Donations with 94 Pints
On Wednesday, November 17, 2021 Passaic Valley's Future Medical Health Professionals Club held their annual Fall Blood Drive in the Farrell Gym. With over 70 qualified applicants, PV exceeded last year's total with 94 pints of blood donated.
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Students Show Their PV Pride During Spirit Week
During the week of October 25th, Student Senate hosted PV Spirit Week. Grade levels competed in numerous activities. Spirit Week generated involvement and PV pride for the weekend's Homecoming Game.
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Holiday Hope: Women & Children Winter Clothing Drive
Seniors Sophia Bermudez, Maggie Velkoska, Jordan Newbury, and Brianna Eppler have organized a clothing drive to help women and children in need within our community. They are collecting new or gently used winter clothing for women and children through November 30.
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Mr. John Howard 1950-2021
"Mr. Howard genuinely cared about his students and had an uncanny sense of humor that created a positive classroom environment for all that he taught." - Superintendent, Mr. Bracken Healy
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Passaic Valley Welcomes New School-Based Clinician, Ms. Rose Moise
At the start of this school year, Passaic Valley welcomed Ms. Rose Moise, the new School-Based Clinician, to its staff. Ms. Moise works out of the West Bergen Mental Healthcare group and serves as a resource for students to receive mental and social-emotional support.
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Four New Journalists Are Ready to Report for the Valley Echo
The 2021-22 Valley Echo Staff is made up of four newcomers eager to deliver the news to their community and expand their writing skills. Click on the article to read more about the reporters and learn how to submit ideas for articles to the Valley Echo.
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Sophomore Daren Lomuti Prepares for His Journalism Debut
Sophomore Daren Lomuti is excited to be making his debut as a journalist for the Valley Echo during the 2021-2022 school year. Ready to contribute a unique perspective, Lomuti is looking forward to growing his love for writing and informing the Passaic Valley community.
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Junior Gabrielle Lim Brings Her Own Writing Style to the Valley Echo
Junior Gabrielle Lim joined the Valley Echo staff this year, offering her past experience in journalism to the team. She hopes to add her own unique voice to the paper and inspire more students to write.
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