News in Photos – February 2017

Melanie White
Senior Sammy Draper stands at the end of the stage in “Little Shop of Horrors” for Rep theatre. The musical was performed Dec. 7-10. “My favorite part of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ was working with the rest of the cast to learn choreography and songs,” Draper said. “We all got to know each other really well and enjoy the show process together.” Photo by Melanie White.
Olivia Gurley
Playing in a tournament, senior Gus Gomez prepares to shoot the ball. The BV boys basketball team played in the Shootout Dec. 6-9. “The highlights were making it to the championship and going into double overtime,” Gomez said. “Even though we lost it was still fun playing with all the seniors.” Photo by Olivia Gurley.
Meredith Halliburton
Standing in front of Blue Valley students, Bob Stutman discusses drug abuse. Stutman is a veteran DEA agent and a drug and alcohol education and prevention specialist. “We are not here to tell you not to do drugs,” Stutman said. “We are here to raise a generation in knowledge on the dangers of drug consumption.” Photo by Meredith Halliburton.
Isabelle Allen
Reading his music, freshman Owen Bienz plays in the Spaghetti Concert. Bienz is in Concert Band, which is directed by Carol Lowman. “I have been playing drums since fifth grade,” Bienz said. “[Band] is fun, and there is a lot of people that like the stuff I do.” Photo by Isabelle Allen.