Fun in the Valley
What started as a fun idea in one Advisory has grown into a full-on competition, Poleball! Created by students during Advisory time, the game has quickly become a favorite at Maple Valley. Several other Advisories have now joined in, forming teams that will compete during the half day next Friday.
Everyone is looking forward to some friendly competition and plenty of school spirit! Stay tuned, we’ll be sure to share more photos and highlights from the big day!
Sports
For sports schedules, please visit the Athletics Website: Upcoming Sporting Events
On October 21st, the JV and Varsity volleyball teams hosted Union City. The JV team played a close and competitive match. They fell short in the first two sets, 24–26 and 19–25, but bounced back strong in the third set to take the win, 28–26. The Varsity team battled hard but ultimately came up short, dropping their sets 8–25, 17–25, and 19–25.
On October 23rd, the Varsity Volleyball team hosted Calhoun Christian for Senior Night. The Lions fought hard but fell in three sets: 19-25, 16-25, and 20-25. It was a night of celebration and gratitude as the team honored their seniors for their leadership and dedication throughout the season. Great effort, Lions!
On October 25th, the Varsity Volleyball team traveled to Stockbridge to compete in the Big 8 League Tournament. The Lions faced Bronson in their matchup, falling in three sets with scores of 11-25, 17-25, and 6-25.
The junior high cross country team competed last night in the MHSAA JH/MS Regional Race at Stockbridge, closing out their season with incredible performances.
The girls' team ran their fastest times ever, finishing 6th out of 10 teams. In the D3/D4 division, Adelita Tobias earned 7th place, and Raegan Jones placed 12th, both earning medals. Other top runners included Rece Nevins, Jojo Tobias, and Karlee Davis, who all contributed to a strong team finish.
The boys' team also ran their best times of the season, placing 6th out of 10 teams. In the D3/D4 division, Porter Bryson and Jaxson Eye finished 1st and 2nd, earning medals. Porter also claimed the title of overall champion in the combined D1–D4 race, while Jaxson finished 11th overall and was the highest-placed 6th grader. Other top runners were Levi Whitford, Ashton Wood, and Jacob Blakely.Fantastic job, Lions, on an outstanding finish to your season!
On October 23rd, the JV Football team played at home against Springport and came away with a 22-20 victory. The Lions battled hard throughout the game, securing a close win to cap off an exciting matchup.
On October 24th, the Varsity Football team played at home against Cassopolis, falling just short in a close 21-28 loss. The Lions fought hard throughout the game, keeping it competitive until the final whistle. Great effort, Lions!
Staff Highlight
This issue’s Staff Highlight shines on Mrs. Michelle Poole, who serves as the Administrative Assistant at Fuller Street Elementary. Mrs. Poole has been a dedicated part of the Maple Valley family for over 10 years, bringing kindness, organization, and a welcoming smile to everyone who walks through the doors.
A graduate of Holt High School, Mrs. Poole loves being part of the amazing team at Fuller Street. “The staff at Fuller Street are amazing. We work together to get through each and every day,” she shared. She also enjoys working with the littles, saying it’s inspiring to see how eager they are to learn and how incredible their progress can be.
Outside of school, Mrs. Poole enjoys gardening and spending time with her family. Her advice to students is simple but powerful: “Be kind, always. Do your best every day.”
We’re so grateful for everything Mrs. Poole does to make Maple Valley such a warm and welcoming place!
