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Faculty Highlight: Todd Taylor
Mr. Taylor is one of the math teachers at Vestavia, and he is very passionate about what he does. He teaches Honors Precalculus,...

Jaymin Bae
Sep 23, 20243 min read


Swim and Dive: General Information
Many students at Vestavia Hills High School are not aware of the athletics team, swim and dive. When questioned about the Swim and Dive...

Emily Jin
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Faculty Highlight - Madame Harlan
Mrs. Harlan, or, as I call her, Madame, teaches French levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and AP. She wanted to become a teacher because she wanted to...

Mary Natalie LeNoir
Apr 29, 20244 min read


It’s That Time of Year: Senior College Decisions
Graduation is fast approaching! A major topic among the senior class is college. Where we’re all going, and why we chose that school. Who...

Alexis Fizer
Apr 17, 20242 min read


Le Cercle Français
Do you love French culture? Are you learning the French language? Perhaps you just enjoy the sound of a French accent. Whatever the case,...

Mary Natalie LeNoir
Sep 25, 20232 min read


How to Find Scholarships
Scholarship application is a vital part of the college application process. Scholarships will help take some of the inevitable financial...

Kate Rhodes
Sep 25, 20232 min read


Faculty Highlight: Daria Howard
Vestavia Hills High School is led by a wonderful group of staff that is integral to the success of students. Teachers, administrators,...

Kate Guven
Sep 25, 20233 min read


Mental Health Resources for Students
The beginning of the new school year can be a stressful time for students. Luckily, Vestavia has an excellent counseling department with...

Alaina Jones
Sep 25, 20232 min read


Advice on the College Application Process
The 2022-2023 college admissions cycle has come to a close, and with its conclusion comes a reflection among all seniors on the...

Bella Gentry
Apr 17, 20233 min read


The Secret Honor Society
At the upcoming graduation ceremony, you may notice a few students sporting light pink honor cords. This adornment signifies the members...

Jaxon Dunlevy
Apr 17, 20232 min read


Faculty Highlight: Jessica Sutherland
“It was a complete accident,” says VHHS chemistry teacher Mrs. Jessica Sutherland about the beginnings of her teaching career. Mrs....
Katie Huang
Apr 17, 20232 min read


Underrated Coffee Shops for Hanging Out and Studying
Everyone knows about Panera Bread - its the go-to hang out spot. It represents a place where highschoolers can unwind, knock out some...

Kate Rhodes
Apr 17, 20234 min read


Faculty Highlight: Mr. Sinnott
Mr. Sinnott has been teaching for 15 years. He first started teaching in the Fall of 2008 at Auburn High School, his old high school. He...

Mary Natalie LeNoir
Mar 20, 20233 min read


Popular Styles at 2023 Prom
This year, Vestavia’s prom had a wide range of styles when it came to outfits, hair, and flowers. One of the biggest styles for dresses...

Emarie Price
Mar 20, 20232 min read


How "The Bachelor" Comes to Life
With three competitions, a “Best Vocals” award, and one dazzling show under its belt, the Singers, the Vestavia Hills show choir, closes...

Emma Chen
Mar 20, 20233 min read


Club Highlight: ASL Club
The ASL (American Sign Language) Club is a place of comfortable silence and communication. Sign language is a language used by the Deaf...

Campbell Collins
Feb 27, 20232 min read


The Origins of Black History Month
What started the recognition of February as Black History Month? I’m here today to answer that question. In February of 1986, Congress...
Scarlett Padgett
Feb 27, 20231 min read



Kate Rhodes
Feb 27, 20230 min read


Joe Eshlemen: A Student Who Exceeds All Expectations
Vestavia Hills High School is known for its highly accomplished students who are active in both the school and the community. One student...
Lucy Rumbley
Feb 6, 20233 min read


MythBusters - Deaf Addition
Here are some common misconceptions about Deafness and the Signing community! Myth #1: Deaf people use Braille: Mathew S. Moore and Linda...
River Riley
Feb 6, 20232 min read
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