As the new school year started, observant students at Clayton Valley may have noticed that many teachers have moved to different rooms. Even some teachers who remained in the same room for many years were asked to move, and it was not by their own accord. While the idea of moving to a new and improved room may seem like a promising and beneficial opportunity, i t has also provided some challenges. English teacher Misha Holz, who moved from room F12 to B7, was asked for her in

The Clayton Valley drama program put on their annual fall play on Nov. 7-9 inside the school’s Multi-Use Room. The show featured over 21 people including all the drama and tech crew. They worked diligently to put together a spectacular performance of “Eurydice,” by Sarah Ruhl.  In the past, the drama team has put on productions such as Chicago and Peter and the Star-Catcher . Every year the drama department at CVCHS puts on two shows, one in the fall and one in the spring. Th

As winter and the new year approach, high school seniors are focusing on college applications, making this a stressful time for many. On top of sending in applications, seniors also must prepare for finals and complete other class assignments. When faced with such pressure, students can feel overwhelmed. However, Clayton Valley provides support to help students manage academics and stress through various resources like scheduling and homework assistance. If any student is eve

Here's the latest in a series of Q&A's that theTalon is doing with students and staff members on our campus. This interview was...

This is the first in a series of Q&A's that theTalon is doing with students and staff members on our campus. First up is an interview that was conducted by staff member Max Habermeyer. Name: Evan Lynch Year in school: Senior Q: What’s your ideal way to spend a weekend? A: My ideal way to spend a weekend is watching the Premier League. My favorite team is Manchester United because they’re really good. Q: So you watch soccer ... do you play it? A: I used to. I played for a cou

As many people know, May is the month of AP testing for many students. This month can bring a lot of stress to students who are taking these classes.    AP classes prepare high school students for college-level courses and earn them college credits if they pass the exam. These college credits could make up for a semester or even an entire class in college. The AP exams are scored on a scale from 1 to 5, where 3 to 5 is a passing score on the exam. The difficulty of each exam

Early in the new year, CVCHS hosted an Open House & Showcase to welcome the incoming Class of 2029. Teachers, staff, and students in leadership positions came together in order to promote the abundance of classes, clubs, and extracurricular activities that CVCHS has to offer. Kathleen Coakley, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Program Director Sarah Lovick worked together on January 29, 2025, to create an educational and inspiring evening for incoming CVCHS student

The CVCHS Choir Luau made its return this fall after a long layoff, and it was a successful night enjoyed by all. The event started in...

College Bound Day was a huge success. The Clayton Valley student body had the chance in early October to explore many great opportunities...

Many people know Japan for its excellent food.  So how would you like to go on a trip to Japan that’s all about food?  Well, that’s what...

From class colors to vibrant neon, this year’s Homecoming week culminated in the first rally of the school year on Oct. 18. With a disco...

Dress codes and phone policies have been topics of debate for years. Recently this year Clayton Valley has enforced a stricter dress code...

Girls Flag Football, as introduced last fall, is back at Clayton Valley for the 2024 season. Its first season saw great successes as it...

Clayton Valley held a ceremony before its season-opening football game, honoring legendary former coach Tim Murphy by naming the field...

When Clayton Valley seniors arrived at school the week of Aug. 19-23, one ubiquitous face was missing. Where in the world was AP...

The Class of 2024 had a high school experience like no other. They started off freshman year with distance learning, missing the vital...

The spring welcomed baseball to Clayton Valley, and with the season now coming to an end, the 2024 team proved to be determined and...

After COVID-19, many colleges were SAT-optional regarding their admissions. However, it seems this change will soon be phased out as news...

Looking for a job this summer? This summer would be the perfect time to secure a job. There are many different types of jobs available...

On Monday, May 6, 2024, the Mt. Diablo Peace & Justice Center released the results of both the Art and Writing Challenge and Youth...