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The Viking Vanguard

The student news site of Puyallup High School

The Viking Vanguard

The student news site of Puyallup High School

The Viking Vanguard

Alumnus Reminisces on High School Hijinks

Alumnus Reminisces on High School Hijinks

Ethan Barker, ACE Editor // Published December 20, 2024

As you flip through the senior section of the 1999 yearbook, there might be some style choices that leap out at you. Maybe it’s the abundance of flannels. Maybe it’s the spiky hair and frosted tips.   Or...

Teachers Reflect on 25 Years of Puyallup Culture

Autumn Pendleton, Ethan Barker, and Margo Hermann // Published December 20, 2024

Though time has passed, one thing remains true about education at Puyallup High School: Teachers have always been one of the biggest factors behind the student experience. Throughout their school career,...

Flipping Through the History of Cellphones

Dominic Haney, Staff // Published December 20, 2024

Mobile phones are a significant part of nearly every student’s life. The mobile use of phones has allowed planning, mass communication and having deep conversations all from massive distances that were...

Leading from the Helm: Principalship at Puyallup

Sienna Hanson, Editor in Chief // Published December 20, 2024

 Principals, from disciplining wayward students to managing day-to-day organization, have a lot on their plate. Over time, the job itself has barely changed, but the difficulties principals face have....

What Even Is… The SAT?

Sienna Hanson, Editor in Chief // Published October 11, 2024

The SAT is an opportunity for students everywhere to boost their transcript, earn scholarships and open up doors to future success.   Most students, however, tend to know little about the...

What Even Is… School Spirit?

Gloria Perez-Cruz, Clubs Editor // Published October 11, 2024

An explosive thrill of excitement could be heard from Sparks Stadium's student section, where the Homecoming game takes place. The drum line speeds up in tempo, beating throughout the entire stadium and...

What Even Is… A Senior Essay?

Margo Hermann, Digital Media Editor // Published October 11, 2024

You have made it all the way to senior year; you are counting down the days until you toss your mortarboard in the air as you are declared a graduate. You can practically feel the promise and uncertainty...

Ruff Discusses Writing Lovecraft Country

Ruff Discusses Writing Lovecraft Country

Ethan Barker, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Editor // Published October 11, 2024

The Pacific Northwest seems like a perfect backdrop for horror.   Games like Alan Wake, movies like The Ring and shows like Twin Peaks have all taken advantage of the near-constant rain and...

Washington Schools Switch From Xello to Schoolinks

Autumn Pendleton, Design Editor // Published October 11, 2024

In the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, the state of Washington is going to be paying for the same digital platform for all school districts across the state.   Through legislation,...

Puyallup Education Association Renegotiates Contracts

Ethan Barker, Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Editor // Published September 6, 2024

Over the summer, teachers and five other employee groups worked on renegotiating their contract with the Puyallup School District. These negotiations happen every few years, and cover things like the working...

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