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

PHS News

Five activities to do during Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend

Darnell Henderson, Photographer January 12, 2016

As the long weekend approaches PO’P has got students covered with what they could occupy their time with.   Star Wars: The Force Awakens @ Mosi If fans of this new Star Wars film were...

Music playlists that inspire students during exam week

Rachel Ferreri, Features Editor January 8, 2016

Stressed Out by Twenty One Pilots: This song is a good choice for students because it sums up the exact way students feel while preparing to take difficult exams. This song is also a favorite because...

Fitness resolutions become realities

Sam Werner, Circulation Manager January 7, 2016

One of the most popular New Year resolutions is to develop new habits to make this year a healthy one; below is a list of gyms located in the local area to make your resolution into a reality. Since January...

Tips accomplish New Years’ Resolutions

Zoie Ashmeade, Public Relations January 6, 2016

Find others to keep you accountable In order to succeed in your resolution using others to seek support can be helpful in order to keep you on the path to completing your goal. By sharing your resolution...

midterm study spots aid students

Maggie Fitzsimmons, Copy Editor January 6, 2016

  For a big study group: When you’re studying with a large group of people, it can be hard to find a place that everybody agrees on and with enough space. Most people don’t think of it, but...

7 reasons why drinking coffee is actually good for you

Maggie Fitzsimmons, Copy Editor December 14, 2015

1. It wakes you up- Most importantly, coffee is high in caffeine, which improves focus and ability to stay alert in the morning. So drinking coffee before school may actually help a student do better on...

ABC Family’s 25 days of christmas released

Sam Werner, Circulation Manager November 30, 2015

With the passing of Halloween, it's that time of the year again. The time for cooler weather, crisp air, and holiday treats. To mark the transition into the holidays ABC Family has released its 25 Days...

Student helps Cross Out Cancer

Student helps Cross Out Cancer

Maggie Fitzsimmons, Copy Editor November 18, 2015

Laura Jones, junior, has helped organize a 5k to raise money for children’s cancer and also formed a team in the 5k that any Plant students can join. She hopes the race is a success and that many students...

Netflix and Chill with PO’P!

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer October 30, 2015

 Pep O' Plant staff wants to Netflix and chill with you! If ever in need of a good series or movie to watch on Netflix, take a look at what our all time favorites are! Gianna Cacciatore, Web Master:...

Three quick and easy halloween DIYs

Three quick and easy halloween DIYs

Savannah Lowry & Zoie Ashmeade, Arts & Entertainment editor & Public Relations October 30, 2015

Mummy cups supplies: small white paper cups, gauze or cheese cloth, ‘mummy eyes’ and glue Directions: Place the cup up-side down and attach the ‘mummy eyes’ (just any type of spooky looking...

Jackie Inspires everyone around her

Rachel Ferreri, Features Editor October 30, 2015

Driving up and down the streets of South Tampa, everyone spots the classic green and pink signs that say “Pray for Jackie.” Even people who are just passing through the area know the story of Jackie...

Fanatics uncover hidden Chipotle ordering techniques

Erce Phillips, Editor-in-Chief October 27, 2015

Lets face it, Chipotle enthusiasts, there come times post-Mexican Grill indulgence where hunger still lingers and a bit of disdain can be felt towards the line workers who seemed to put a shortage on the...

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