Author: Amy Veloz
The Pahrump Valley High School baseball team delivered a competitive, back-and-forth performance at home on Tuesday, April 7, battling the Meadows Mustangs in a game that featured momentum swings, timely hitting and strong defensive moments throughout. The Trojans turned to Sammy Mendoza on the mound to start the game, and he quickly settled in after issuing a leadoff walk in the top of the first. Mendoza responded with back-to-back strikeouts, showcasing command and composure, before the defense closed out the inning on a groundout to CJ Nelson at first. Pahrump Valley wasted no time getting on the board in the…
Facing one of the toughest fields of the season, the Pahrump Valley High School track and field team stepped up to the challenge at the 5th annual Red Rock Running Invitational, held Saturday, April 4 at Shadow Ridge High School. With 24 teams competing on both the boys and girls sides—many of them from the 5A classification—the Trojans embraced the opportunity to test themselves against larger programs. By the end of the day, the Lady Trojans finished tied for 12th overall, while the boys team placed 14th, reflecting a strong and competitive showing across both squads. The meet opened with…
For Pahrump Valley High School alumnus Ezekial Rios Joseph Mendoza, Class of 2015, the years since graduation have been defined by service, discipline and a deep commitment to helping others. From his days as a student-athlete and high-achieving scholar at PVHS to his current role as a Critical Care Flight Paramedic and Platoon Sergeant in Alaska, Mendoza’s journey reflects both the foundation he built in high school and the purpose that has guided him ever since. Looking back on his time at Pahrump Valley High School, Mendoza remembers graduation as one of the most meaningful moments of that chapter of…
The Pahrump Valley High School boys’ golf team delivered a strong performance on its home course Monday, April 6, finishing second overall in a competitive 3A league match at Mountain Falls Golf Club, just four points behind the top team. In a field of 29 golfers, the Trojans placed multiple athletes near the top of the leaderboard and showed the kind of depth that kept them firmly in contention throughout the day. With such a narrow gap between first and second, the match underscored just how well Pahrump Valley competed from top to bottom. Leading the way for the Trojans…
For Pahrump Valley High School alumna Jessica Kern, Class of 2022, the path from standout student-athlete to aspiring educator and coach has been shaped by perseverance, meaningful relationships and a deep love for both athletics and mentorship. During her time at PVHS, Kern made a lasting impact both in the classroom and in competition. A dedicated member of the track and field program, she found not only success, but a sense of belonging that would help define her high school experience. She recalls her fondest memories not as a single moment, but as the daily routines that made PVHS feel…
The Pahrump Valley High School track and field team returned to their home track on Tuesday, March 30, for their second home meet of the season, welcoming Beatty and Amplus Academy for a smaller, mid-week competition that highlighted the program’s depth and development. With cooler temperatures than the team has seen all season and steady winds of 15+ miles per hour—along with stronger gusts throughout the evening—the conditions added an extra challenge. Still, the Trojans embraced the opportunity, turning in strong performances across the board. Unlike larger invitationals, weekday meets serve a specific and valuable purpose for the team. With…
Pahrump Valley High School seniors preparing for life after graduation have a new opportunity to earn financial support for their next chapter, as the Kinthiseng Family Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for 2026. Created with a strong commitment to the local community, the scholarship aims to support students who plan to continue their education—whether through a traditional college path or a technical or trade program. More than just academic achievement, the fund places a meaningful emphasis on the whole student, recognizing that success comes in many forms. Unlike many scholarships, there is no minimum GPA requirement. Instead, the selection…
The Pahrump Valley community will have a chance to shop, support and connect later this month as Pahrump Valley High School (PVHS), in partnership with the Nye County School District (NCSD), hosts a community-wide yard sale on Saturday, April 18. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the PVHS parking lot, offering a variety of items for sale while raising support for local school clubs and NCSD staff members. Community members are encouraged to stop by, browse and discover hidden treasures—all while giving back to programs that directly benefit students and educators in the area.…
The Nevada Bankers Association is partnering with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and USDA Rural Development to host a statewide Financial Literacy Summit aimed at expanding financial education and improving access to banking for Nevada high school students. Announced March 31, the virtual event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and will be held via Microsoft Teams. The summit comes as part of Financial Literacy Month and is designed to bring together a wide range of stakeholders committed to supporting students—particularly those from low- and moderate-income households—across the Silver State. The event is open…
A group of Rosemary Clarke Middle School students traded the desert landscape for ocean horizons last week, taking part in the school’s annual educational trip to the Catalina Island Marine Institute at Fox Landing. The five-day experience, open to seventh and eighth graders, brought 41 students to Catalina Island, accompanied by six chaperones. Organized by Mr. Ben Veloz with support from fellow teachers Armando Veloz and Dan Nagle, the trip blended hands-on science with unforgettable first-time experiences for many of the students. After arriving and settling into camp, students wasted no time diving into their first activity—ocean kayaking. Paddling out…