Caffeine is becoming a social norm to exceed the recommended consumption amount. At Dougherty, many consider it normal and even necessary to consume caffeinated beverages in excessive amounts.
Celcius,...
Since President Donald Trump was sworn in for the second time on Jan. 20, 2025, the United States has become increasingly divided, presenting an ongoing battle between Democrats and Republicans. Trump’s...
There are several reasons why students transfer to and from schools, with both the parents and the students being involved in the decision-making process.
“Oftentimes [the transfer] might be about...
Ariel Liu, Arts & Entertainment Copy Editor
• November 4, 2025
In the past year, censorship concerns have risen as the divide between political parties deepens, with social media companies allegedly being pressured by both the Trump and the previous Biden administrations...
On Oct. 12, 2025, San Ramon’s 42nd Run for Education occurred in Bishop Ranch, spanning from 8:00 to 11:00 in the morning. The Run, which raises funds for all 35 public schools in SRVUSD, has annually...
On Oct. 25, 2025, the Street Smarts Program hosted their inaugural Community Bike Festival at Iron Horse Middle School in San Ramon. The event took place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with admission free of...
While students tend to only see their instructors in an academic light, teachers still indulge in guilty pleasures from time to time. Many of these are childhood delights that they have rediscovered and...
Budget cuts in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District have left Dougherty Valley High School teachers dealing with larger class sizes, reduced resources and fears about job security. Teachers, librarians...
From French I to AP Chinese, world language teachers at Dougherty Valley High School use culture lessons to enhance their classes. Though each teacher has their own approach to teaching culture, many share...
The Art and Wind Festival is an annual festival that features performances, crafts and food vendors. This year’s festival took place on May 25, 2025 and May 26, 2025 from 11am-6pm.
Planning a festival...
At first glance, a high school yearbook might seem like a simple keepsake with fun photos, clever captions, and nostalgic memories pressed into glossy pages. But for the students behind Dougherty Valley...
Throughout the months of March, April and May, the city of San Ramon is hosting events related to the environment, mostly centering around Earth Day in mid-April. These events, known collectively as Earth...
