Despite the many classes offered at Plant, there is a limited assortment of teachers; students commonly know that a teacher can either make or break a class. As such, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology teacher Kurt Thoreson maintains a reputation for being challenging but fair; his class is not one you...

To start the postseason strong, the Plant Panthers baseball team clinched a victory over the Steinbrenner Warriors in the district playoff game, leaving fans on the edge until the final out.  Sophie Valenzuela, a Plant sophomore, attended the game to support the team. "The game was a nail-biter at...

With summer vacation just around the corner, it is about time to rewatch my top five summer-feel films to get through the last months of school. In my opinion, they all maintain a lightheartedness that reminds me of muggy heat, pool chlorine, and the carefree feel that comes with seeing these iconic...

During the COVID era, standard eye tests such as the SAT became optional for college submissions. However, although it is still technically an option, not submitting your test scores is not a wise decision if you wish to get into a top college. Those standardized tests display your test-taking ability...

On Aug. 10, 2022, freshman Fiyori Russom entered the halls of Plant High School for the first time. Almost three years later, as a junior, Russom has involved herself in numerous extracurriculars, expressing her love for the school and hopes for the future. Russom is a part of the school’s track,...

On April 1, 2025, a bill detailing proposed budget cuts to the education system was presented in the State of Florida's House of Representatives. HB 5101, as the bill was named, aims to cut half the funding for higher-level high school courses that focus on career development. If this bill passes...