“Why are my allergies so bad this year?” This is a question many individuals are asking themselves as they suffer from a runny nose, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion. But what makes this spring any different than last? This winter was relatively mild, which means a longer growing season for pollen-producing...

Come to SJV’s Spring open house! This Saturday, May 14, Saint John Vianney is hosting its annual Spring Information Fair.  Middle schoolers looking towards high school as well as those wishing to transfer are invited to come to attend! This fair will be held on the turf of the football field from...

Prom season has arrived! This beloved high school tradition has been a highlight for upperclassmen for years.  The pandemic had stolen a lot from our world, and high school events were no exception. In 2020, SJV and almost every high school had to cancel the tradition due to safety concerns. A year...

Life is filled with many unexpected surprises, but it’s possible that none rival the sheer value of LaQuedra Edward’s accidental California Lottery win. Last November, at a Vons convenience store in Tarzana, Los Angeles, Edwards had $40 in hand. She planned to buy her usual weekly lottery tickets...

Saint John Vianney is excited to announce that the beloved tradition of the Battle of the Classes will be held on Thursday, April 28 during school.  Battle of the Classes, as the name suggests, is a fun-filled event between different grade levels competing against each other in different activities...

With Easter right around the corner, many are excited about all the festivities that follow. Many love coloring eggs with their families and putting out decorations for the Easter Bunny, but where do these traditions and customs originate from?  The most prominent animal for the season is the Easter...

A sponge is a kitchen item most people don’t think twice about using. But is this ordinary object truly useful for cleaning? Ironically, the kitchen sponge is a prime habitat for bacteria. Sponges are moist, airy, and covered in food scraps, which makes them a paradise for microbes. Due to their...