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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

Local hospitals are seeing record numbers of patients each day. Because of the rapid spread of respiratory-related viruses that our community is starting to see, it is important that we take steps to protect ourselves and others. Scroll to learn more.

Local Hospitals Face Surge of Respiratory Related Illnesses

Sydney Appleton, News Editor October 30, 2022

As the winter season approaches, the Tampa area is beginning to see a rise in the number of respiratory-related sicknesses that our community faces. Typically, the surge of these various viruses does not...

After six years of waiting, Rihanna has finally decided to step foot back on stage. Will this lead to a new album? A restart on her career?

Super Bowl LVII Performance

Sophia Gray, Online Editor-in-Chief October 25, 2022

Super Bowl LVII will occur on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023. Now, it is a well-known fact how iconic the Super Bowl halftime show is every year; prominent artists such as Beyonce, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga,...

This is a photo of a group of students on the homecoming court last year

What is the student council doing for YOU?

Daniel Beccue, Staffer October 23, 2022

Whether you have seen them in the halls, on a poster, or on a friend's story, I am sure you have heard of the student council. But what are they doing, and better yet, what is the student council?   The...

Plant students were shocked and saddened by Hillsborough Counties decision to deny a traffic light at the Bay to Bay and Lois intersection. Where these streets meet is the location of the fatal motorcycle accident that killed sophomore Taylor Koulouris and junior Ben Francis last December.

News On Bay to Bay

Lizzy Breen, Staffer October 23, 2022

Tragedy struck Plant High School last year in December as two students, sophomore Taylor Lambe-Koulouris and junior Benjamin Francis, were involved in a fatal motorcycle accident. The intersection of Bay...

A group photo of the members of the Plant High School Film Club, at their first meeting of the year. This photo includes some of their members and Sofie Gray, Ian Stiger, and Arshan Farsali.

How to Make, or Join a Club

Daniel Beccue, Staffer October 18, 2022

Plant High school is home to over ten clubs that make up the school's extracurricular activities. So how can you start your club, and better yet, what is a club? A club is a student-organized school group....

On Sept. 26, the National Hurricane Center predicts Hurricane Ian’s path, potentially hitting Tampa as a major hurricane. Tampa experienced much better conditions than forecasted, as Ian made landfall 100 miles south of Tampa, in Lee County. [National Hurricane Center]

Plant Students Grateful After Worst of Hurricane Ian Misses Tampa

Ava Satterfield, Print Editor-In-Chief October 17, 2022

Forty-eight hours before Hurricane Ian hit Florida, forecasters predicted the Category 4 storm would make direct landfall on Tampa Bay. But it didn’t. Hurricane Ian shifted 100 miles south of Tampa,...

The PSAT is coming up on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will take the test. Scroll to learn more about the exam and what students should expect.

The PSAT is Coming Up

Sydney Appleton, News Editor October 11, 2022

This Wednesday, Oct. 12, students across the United States will take the PSAT. Most high school students, including Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors, will take the test. The PSAT is designed as a practice...

A few of Plant’s teachers have been sadly cut back. For reasons you would never expect.

A Dive into Teacher Cutbacks

Kate Fairbairn, Staffer October 4, 2022

As some may know, Plant lost a few teachers due to teacher cutbacks. How come? At the end of basic on the schools' course request from Plant’s students in the spring, students sign up for their classes,...

This captures the effect of howl o’scream, and what you should expect when you enter the park. The monsters creeping behind you, and the dark scenery gives a scary effect to haunt their guests.

Howl O’ Scream Returns

Mia Carper, Staffer October 3, 2022

The moment we’ve all been waiting for, Busch Gardens finally opened Howl O’sceam for the public in honor of spooky season. If your interests during this time include being scared by frightening monsters,...

Above is a poster that is hanging up in one of Plant High School’s main hallways. As September is National Suicide Prevention Month, students and teachers across campus are taking the opportunity to discuss mental health and teach their peers and colleagues that it is okay to get help if they are struggling. Scroll to learn more about how Plant is responding to mental health.

What Plant High School is doing for National Suicide Prevention Month

Sydney Appleton, News Editor October 3, 2022

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and Plant High School is using the month to create a safe, inclusive environment where topics involving mental health can be discussed and recognized. Teachers...

As hurricane Ian approaches Florida, it is important to prepare for the possibility of a storm hitting your area. Scroll to learn more about school closures and how to get ready for the storm.

Hurricane Ian is approaching Florida, Here is what you need to know

Sydney Appleton, News Editor September 27, 2022

As Hurricane Ian is intensifying, Floridians are beginning to prepare for the arrival of the storm. Late Sunday afternoon, Hillsborough County Public School parents were notified by the school district...

Photo of the school buses, found on Pixabay by Ernestoeslava.

Why are the Buses Late

Daniel Beccue, Staffer September 19, 2022

Ever since the school year started, the school bus program has been showing up late. Their tardiness ranges from 10-30 minutes after the bell has rung. When looking back we can see this consistency of...

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