The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
Katie Valley

Katie Valley, Editor in Chief

Class: Senior

  • Extracurricular Activities: Drama Club, Thespian Society, National Honor Society
  • Sports: Soccer
  • Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Writing, Acting, Video Games
  • Plans After High School: University for English major and journalism degree
  • Favorite Quote: "We can't choose where we come from, but we can choose where we go from there." -Stephen Chbosky
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A farewell from Katie Valley, editor in chief

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
May 25, 2016
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Katie Valley says goodbye

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
May 25, 2016
The choirs performed in the annual pop concert Monday, May 16, and Tuesday, May 17.

Choirs conclude year with charismatic passion

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
May 18, 2016
Mr. George Daly was Kearsley's first superintendent. A portrait of him hangs in KHS' media center.

George Daly spooks students, faculty

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
May 11, 2016
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[Photo] Five students share what they will miss most about KHS

By Gracen Nelson, Reporter
May 13, 2016
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[Photo] Six teachers share memorable moments in athletics

By Ave'r McKay, Editor
May 13, 2016
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I would tell my freshman self these five things

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
May 2, 2016
The Hybrid Hornets will be competing at the world championship Wednesday, April 27, in St. Louis, Mo.

[Photo] Robotics team qualifies for world championship, needs $15K to compete

By Ryan Thomas, Editor
April 21, 2016
The Detroit Red Wings high school journalist day took place Tuesday, April 5 in at Joe Louis Arena.

Red Wings journalist day teaches students to follow their dreams

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
April 14, 2016
Jon McKay, senior, runs in his Olympic jersey.

McKay invited to Olympic tryouts

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
April 1, 2016
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[Photo] Raising minimum wage will not fix the problem

By Kayla Smith, Managing Editor
March 17, 2016
The horror genre can scare even the best of us.

March is Reading Month: ‘Miss Peregrine’s’ series fascinates horror readers

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 10, 2016
Senior Michael Fitzgerald (left) gives a double high five to senior Lindsay Nofs after winning a match.

[Photo] Hybrid Hornets take third place at robotics competition

By Andrew Flynn, Reporter
March 10, 2016
Senior Chad Stephen bowls during the MHSAA individual D2 state final on Saturday, March 5.

Stephen makes the state semifinals

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 9, 2016
A Bernie Sanders fan shows his support for the candidate.

‘What’s the solution? A political revolution’: Picketers ‘Feel the Bern’

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 8, 2016
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (left) and Hillary Clinton, former secretary of state, debate during ABC News coverage of the Democratic presidential debate from St. Anselm College in Manchester, N.H. , Dec. 19.

Sanders, Clinton debate at The Whiting

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 7, 2016
Members of the A Capella choir sing at the pre-festival concert Wednesday, March 2.

Choirs perform nicely at pre-festival concert despite missing singers

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 3, 2016
After throwing 11 strikes, three pins decide to be stubborn for senior Hannah Ploof. She finished her final game of the Division 2 individual regional with a 297.

Ploof wins individual bowling regional, finishes with a 297

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2016
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[Photo] Five girls share their favorite things about school

By Gracen Nelson, Reporter
March 1, 2016
The 88th annual Acadamy Awards honored actors for their roles in recent films.

Oscars award film achievements

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
February 29, 2016
The girls' bowling team at the MHSAA Division 2 regional on Friday, Feb. 26.

Girls’ bowling advances to state final, finishes runner-up at regional

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
February 29, 2016
The new AP economics textbooks will teach students throughout the school year.

[Photo] New Advanced Placement classes to be offered next year

By Katelyn Elumbaugh, Reporter
March 8, 2016
Dante (left) and Alexis Schwartz, juniors.

Only a few minutes apart, Schwartz twins are close at heart

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
February 22, 2016
Dr. Karen Weaver, Flint mayor

Flint water pipe replacement to begin within the next month, officials speculate

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
February 11, 2016
The cheer team stunts during round three of the competition.

[Photo] Cheer chants its way to victory

By Makenzie Schroeder, Reporter
February 8, 2016
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[Photo] Black History Month: Five people with ties to Michigan who made an impact in America

By Aysia Booth, Editor
February 5, 2016
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[Photo] The Eclipse wishes readers good luck on exams

By The Eclipse
January 27, 2016
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[Photo] “Mmmbeth” takes to the stage Thursday, Friday

By Chance Wikaryasz, Reporter
January 20, 2016
MLK Day serves as a reminder of King's life, work

MLK Day serves as a reminder of King’s life, work

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
January 15, 2016
Boys' basketball pushes past LakeVille

Boys’ basketball pushes past LakeVille

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
December 23, 2015
Girls' basketball falls to LakeVille

Girls’ basketball falls to LakeVille

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
December 23, 2015
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Five students share their favorite things about Christmas

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
December 22, 2015
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U.S. regular gasoline prices have been lower throughout 2015.

Gas prices hit multi-year low of $1.998 per gallon

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
December 21, 2015
The Men's Chorus performs at the holiday choir concert on Thursday, Dec. 10.

Choir students sing beautifully in holiday concert

By Katie Valley, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2015
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