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

PHS News

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

PHS News

The Lightning defeated the Islanders in double overtime to send them to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 2015. The winning goal was scored by Anthony Cirelli.

Lightning defeat Islanders in OT

Emma Kuschmeider, Staffer September 18, 2020

Last night, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the New York Islanders in overtime in game six of the Eastern Conference Final in Edmonton, Canada. The Lightning are moving on to the Stanley Cup Finals against...

Ready for school, senior Toni Keene’s set-up includes her laptop and an open binder. Keene mentioned her emotional stress of being a senior and not being able to attend school in the way that she had hoped.

E-Learning Q and A

Lauren Azevedo, Social Media Manager September 17, 2020

Toni Keene is a senior at Plant and is attending school through the e-learning option.   Q: What was the reason you decided to become an e-learner over becoming a traditional learner in school?  A:...

Open to Canvas, the computer displays the dashboard where students can see their work for the upcoming week. Canvas has been used as the educational platform for e-learners and brick and mortar students.

Canvas Complaints and Confusion

Lauren Azevedo, Staff Member September 16, 2020

The new educational platform, Canvas, ceases to excite students who previously used Edsby. Students are dependent on the site and it seems like it’s headed for disaster.   In previous years,...

The film industry is making a move as AMC is reopening many of their theaters across the nation. To make up for the lack of movie production across the globe, due to the coronavirus outbreak, AMC theaters are displaying movies from past years.

AMC theaters releases plans to reopen

Hyatt Criser, Staffer September 14, 2020

The film industry is making a move as AMC is reopening many of their theaters across the nation. To make up for the lack of movie production across the globe, due to the coronavirus outbreak, AMC theaters...

After months of practicing during the pandemic, the football team will take the field Friday, Sept. 11. This game will used as the team's senior night.

Varsity football prepares for opening game

Tyler Grubbs, Sports Manager September 10, 2020

After three months of practicing socially distant the varsity football team will be taking the field Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m.   “It’s a great feeling to get back on the field again, however...

 Walking up the bleachers blue masking tape X’s mark where spectators will sit. Each group of four spectators submitted by the student athlete will sit between the X’s.

Hillsborough County announces Return to Athletics Plan

Kate Caranante, Editor in Chief September 10, 2020

As students headed back to school at the end of August, there was still uncertainty about what would happen as fall sports were set to begin.   However, on Tuesday, Sept. 1, the Hillsborough County...

 Hillsborough County Public Schools are limiting attendance to football games. The new spectator guidelines permit each participant to invite four people to attend.

Farewell Football Game Fun

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor September 9, 2020

While written with positive intentions and for the well-being of participants and fans, the new spectator procedures under the Hillsborough County Public Schools Return to Athletics plan are flawed. They...

Against a backdrop of clouds, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital stands in downtown St. Petersburg. Perno has been working with the hospital since July 2003.

Homefront

Alexis Perno, Print Editor May 31, 2020

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is no stranger to challenges.  After a Nov. 28, 2018 Tampa Bay Times investigative report detailing low-quality clinical care in the Heart Institute, the hospital...

During quarantine, people should take advantage of the opportunity to try out new looks. People have posted videos on social media of themselves cutting and dying their hair. Coronavirus has offered an opportunity to try new things without the pressure of seeing all your peers the next day.

Grab those scissors and get to work

Jessie Larrinaga, Social Media Manager May 28, 2020

Recently on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, people have been uploading videos of themselves dying and cutting their hair, trying out new makeup looks, and changing up their clothing styles...

AP Art History teacher William Renninger reveals his biggest eLearning struggle: lack of control. Renninger stated that it was very hard for him to be flexible when it comes to his students and their classwork.

AP Teacher’s View on eLearning

Samantha Macuare, Staffer May 19, 2020

AP Art History teacher William Renninger shares his feelings about distance learning. Renninger has been teaching for 25 years and teaches 200 students.  Q: “What are your favorite things about teaching?”  A:...

Showing a few tips to help people stay social while in quarantine, the infographic gives ideas, like a movie night and a new workout regime. I have used some of these tips in the past and they proved to be enjoyable for my friends and I.

How to stay in touch while you’re in quarantine

Izzy Antilla, Staffer May 18, 2020

Zoom or Facetime catch-up - First of the all, the most obvious way to stay in contact with your friends, Zoom and or Facetime lets you talk to your friends face to face through the screen. I’ve used...

Social media not only keeps the world connected, but it keeps everyday people updated on the latest news. Updates and guidelines were posted all over social media about ways individuals could stay safe and staying connected made people less likely to go out due to lack of socialization.

How using social media during quarantine can positively affect you

Jessie Larrinaga, Social Media Manager May 6, 2020

In a time where it isn’t safe to see friends or family, social media has enabled people to stay connected, as well as informed.   The coronavirus has impacted everyone’s lives in so many ways....

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