Alexis Johnson serves as the dynamic manager and host for Valley High School’s Voice of Valley podcast. With graduation slated for June 2024, Alexis’s academic pursuits in painting, humanities, and language arts infuse her work with a rich palette of insights. Intent on a career in aesthetics nursing, Alexis will first earn her RN license at SLCC. She brings a history of creative expression, evidenced by a music video project, to the table. Her skillset—including strategic vision, creative problem-solving, and analytical acumen—positions her as a multifaceted contributor to the podcast. Beyond academia, Alexis’s interests range from makeup and modeling to fitness and live music. Her ambition for the podcast? To be a conduit for sharing diverse experiences and deepening societal understanding.

Brielle Jones, a senior at our high school, is a creative force within “The Hoot.” Her talents in art, especially ceramics, shine through in the visual aspects of the publication. Brielle’s unique, edgy writing adds a fictional twist to our pages. She contributes illustrations, ideas, and humor-filled videos that are sure to bring smiles. Beyond the publication, Brielle’s interests are as varied as playing lacrosse, painting, and learning about moths, the earth, and cars. Looking ahead, she aims to make people laugh while pursuing a career in law enforcement.

Shae Swensen, a senior at our high school, is a dedicated member of “The Hoot” literary publication. Passionate about writing essays on serious topics, Shae’s work often reflects their deep interest in music, drawing inspiration from rap, R&B, and classic tunes. Outside of writing, Shae delves into tarot, spirituality, and mental health, which add a rich layer of depth to their contributions. As a positive force within the publication, Shae aspires to share their knowledge and experiences with the school community, fostering an environment of self-improvement and open communication. Their future goals include continuing to be a positive member and leveraging their learnings for the betterment of the publication and their peers.

Shayla Chapman is a early grad junior as well as a member of Valley High Schools Literary Publication. Shayla is an extremely social person with a super outgoing personality. She enjoys connecting with other Valley students and teachers. Outside of school, Shayla enjoys snowboarding with friends and sleeping. After high school Shayla is planning on attending Taylor Andrews Academy to pursue a career in esthetics.

Marcus Boehme is the manager and a part of the Non-Fiction Writing Group from Valley High School’s Online Literary Publication. In school he is a huge fan of conversing with his peers and teachers, researching new topics, writing and painting. He has written many different things, but never for a school newspaper or for publication. Marcus loves to talk with his peers and come to constructive conclusions to craft an excellent piece of writing. There are so many different topics and views on so many different things, and Marcus loves to touch bases on each view before beginning writing.

Grace Kasanos, a senior at Valley High and the creative writing manager of ‘The Hoot,’ blends her passion for poetic and open-ended writing with her enjoyment of realist fiction and the poignant lyrics of artists like Lana Del Rey, Taylor Swift, and Mac Miller. As manager, she oversees timely submissions and curates content, contributing significantly to the publication’s success. An active participant in Salt Lake City’s concert scene and a supporter of local businesses, Grace’s aspiration to become an English teacher is fueled by her experiences, which she believes will lead to engaging and dynamic lesson plans for future 7-12th grade students.