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PHS News

The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School

PHS News

Student creates jewelry line

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager October 16, 2016

Goodale explains that her grandparents are the ones who got her hooked onto fashion.   "I've always loved fashion since I was a little kid. My grandparents is what really started it. My grandpa...

They Just Want to be Heard

Savannah Lowry, Editor-in-Chief October 13, 2016

Walking in to school on the first day sophomore Rylee Stone walked to the courtyard to reunite with friends with a new short haircut, bleached hair and a binder on his chest. This would be his first year...

Clowns give Americans the spooks

Thompson Draper, Staff Writer October 5, 2016

Currently, there is a massive trend going around America involving clowns. Not the friendly, birthday clowns, it's all about the killer clowns. There have been a decent amount of sightings of these...

The Best Day of the Year

Incredible love for coffee has turned into a nationally proclaimed holiday. According to some students' planners and many local coffee places, September 29 is recognized officially as National Coffee Day....

Chorus prepares for new school year

Sydni Bates, Staff Writer September 18, 2016

Chorus preparations for the 2016- 2017 school year have begun. Before school started, all chorus members were required to attend the annual boot camp, known as “Prelude”, where the boys...

They Just Want to be Heard

Savannah Lowery, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2016

Walking in to school on the first day sophomore Rylee Stone walked to the courtyard to reunite with friends with a new short haircut, bleached hair and a binder on his chest. This would be his...

Administration rewards students for grades

Administration rewards students for grades

Thompson Draper, Staff Writer September 3, 2016

With the first quarter coming to an end rapidly, freshmen will be receiving their first cards soon. Cards, of which the colors are gold, black, and white, are determined by their grades during the first...

Students share rainy day plans

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager September 1, 2016

Tropical storm Hermine made its way over Florida recently, leaving  Hillsborough County Public Schools to take the day off Sept. 1. The tropical storm was announced a Category 1 Hurricane earlier...

Emma Heese shares insight into her makeup affection

Darnell Henderson, Features Editor September 1, 2016

Emma Heese, senior, takes her makeup game to the next level. Her passion delves deep into the artistic bounds of makeup and application. With extensive palettes, Heese crafts looks that are original and...

High schoolers form club to fight cancer

Lizzy Hancock, Staff Writer September 1, 2016

High Schoolers Against Cancer, or HAC, is a club affiliated with the American Cancer Society with the goal of raising cancer awareness and supporting the search for a cure. Founded last year by seniors...

Pencil pouch craft

August 26, 2016

For less than $15 students can make a personalized pencil pouch to hold their many school supplies while expressing themselves.   Supplies:   Canvas pencil pouch  Acrylic...

Megan Tankersley, junior, swims in Olympic Trials.

Morgan Tankersley brings home Olympic buzz

Sydni Bates, Staff Writer August 22, 2016

Morgan Tankersley, as a freshman, shattered the 30-year-old school record in the 500-meter freestyle in 2014. Today, Tankersley, junior, continues to rally as she qualifies and thrives in the Olympic...

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