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

PHS News

This summer, many different teachers are leading trips to famous historical sites in countries around Europe, such as Italy, France, Spain and more. They will tour sites such as the Colosseum, Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel.

Teachers lead summer trips

Addie Robey, Staff Writer May 6, 2019

Italy and Spain  AP Art History teacher William Renninger and AP World History teacher Samantha Bennett are offering a summer trip to students to learn in cities around Europe.   “I really...

Singing an original song for brotherhood sisterhood week, sophomore Thomas Porter serenades the crowd Wednesday April 11 in the court yard. 2019 marked the 24th annual week of brotherhood sisterhood.

Brotherhood sisterhood week showcases performances

Carol Kornworcel, News Editor April 23, 2019

The Student Advisory Council had their annual Brotherhood Sisterhood Week lunch performances on April 10 and 11 during all three lunches on the main patio.  “Brotherhood Sisterhood week is an...

Receiving her certification, new National Honor Society member sophomore Carolee Jones walks across the stage, shaking principal Johnny Bush's hand Tuesday April 9 in the auditorium. The National Honor Society was created in 1921.

Honor society inducts new members

Brenna Anderson, Photographer April 22, 2019

Waiting for applause, junior Jason Calzone and senior Rhett Renaud finish the tap number “Cold Feet” in theater’s production of “The Drowsy Chaperone” in the auditorium April 5. Calzone played George, the best man, and Renaud played Robert Martin, the groom.

Students perform spring musical

Carol Kornworcel, News Editor April 17, 2019

Theatre Troupe 0817 performed the spring musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” from April 4-6 in the auditorium.   “A show ending is always a bitter-sweet feeling, there is that euphoria of ‘I...

At the Opening Ceremony, keynote speaker David Schiele discusses the importance of being yourself in journalism, specifically broadcast. Schiele graduated from Georgia State University.

Student journalists attend first day of convention

Graham Hill, Editor in Chief April 11, 2019

Florida Scholastic Press Association’s 2019 spring convention opened with a record 1,400 attendees from throughout the state.   Students and advisers from various fields of scholastic journalism...

After theater director Dan Franke talked to the cast, senior Ambar Zahira leads the stretches on the stage before rehearsal March 26 in the auditorium. "The Drowsy Chaperone" runs April 4-6 with showtimes at 7:30 p.m. and a matinee Saturday, April 6 at 2:00.

Theatre prepares for spring musical

April 4, 2019

Thespian troupe 0817 students will be performing the musical “The Drowsy Chaperone” from April 4 to 6 in the auditorium starting at 7:30 p.m.  “I'm excited for the audiences to see Cameron...

Aiding a boy with a craft, junior Ellie Schifino glues together a pipe cleaner turtle on the baseball field Friday, March 15. Spring Fling allowed interest clubs to teach young kids about their missions.

Local first graders attend annual Spring Fling

Maizie Tremblay, Photographer March 15, 2019

Five hundred first graders gathered on the baseball field to enjoy carnival style games including a bouncy house, face painting, a ring toss and cookie decorating at Spring Fling Friday, March 15.  “It’s really...

Singing at the pep rally, Pawcapella, one of the elite a capella groups, performs one of their songs from their national competition March 3 at Dad’s Stadium. The group went to North Carolina for the International Championship of High School A Cappella competition Feb. 23-24.

E-board hosts spring pep rally

Avery Franks, Photographer March 14, 2019

Candidates' signs stand at the Palma Ceia United Methodist Church March 5. Seven candidates campaigned for mayor for nearly a year before voting day.

Mayoral candidates fight for votes

Isabella Ank, Co-Print Editor in Chief March 5, 2019

After almost a year of campaigning, one of Tampa’s seven mayoral candidates will succeed mayor Bob Buckhorn. With the election drawing nearer, here is a quick look at all the candidates and the plans...

While cheering on runners, junior Olivia Roberts fills up a water bottle in the 8K race Feb. 24 on Bayshore Boulevard. Multiple teams volunteered to raise money Feb. 23-24.

Teams work together for others

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer March 1, 2019

Various teams came together to volunteer at the Gasparilla Distance Classic Feb. 23-24 along Bayshore Boulevard.  “I like being with my tennis team handing out waters, and I got inspired to...

Both the Pink Panthers and Pawcappella a cappella groups leave for ICHSA Thursday, Feb. 27. Groups sent in a video sampling their singing to the competition in Raleigh, North Carolina.

A cappella groups head to international competition

Ava Nelson, Staff Writer February 28, 2019

Pawcappella and the Pink Panthers leave Thursday, Feb. 27 for the Varsity Vocals International Championship of High School A Cappella competition in Raleigh, North Carolina. Both groups will compete...

Speaking with school board member Stacy Hahn and state representative Jackie Toledo, Principal Johnny Bush gives a tour of the new security implements  Feb. 11. Bush pointed out the new locking gates with a buzzer system and 33 security cameras placed around school.

School board member, state representative review safety measures

Alexis Perno, News Editor February 26, 2019

State Rep. Jackie Toledo and Area 2 school board member Stacy Hahn visited Plant to review safety measures implemented since the Parkland High School shooting in Feb. 2018.   Such measures include...

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