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

PHS News

The American education system is a stale, under-supported and misshapen mess that contributes to the United States falling farther behind on the global scale. Global test scores as surveyed by the Program for International Student Assessment showed the U.S. as ranking 31 on average scores in reading, mathematics and science.

American education system is full of flaws

Ava Nelson, Staff Writer March 28, 2019

For years the United States was known as one of, if not the, leading nations of the world. We were driven by hardworking individuals prepared by a stellar education system, a system now flawed by years...

The Tampa Electric Company is making a change to cleaner energy with its Big Bend Modernization Project in its power plant in Apollo Beach. With this modernization project, TECO hoped to decrease their rate of pollution in the environment and promote movement towards cleaner energy.

TECO makes change to cleaner energy

Addie Robey, Staff Writer March 27, 2019

Tampa Electric Company is making a change to cleaner energy with its Big Bend Modernization Project in its power plant in Apollo Beach.   Currently, a total of five energy-producing units are in place...

Across campus, teachers label “Hard Corners” for the protection of their students after the Jan. 29 meeting regarding school safety. Similar meetings on school security have taken place around the country.

 School security requires updating 

Nicole Prus, Staff Writer March 27, 2019

Schools all across America took action to ensure better security after the numerous amount of school shootings that happened in 2018. Statistics from BBC News show that 113 people were killed or injured...

The soldiers shown in the photo above are similar to those in They Shall Not Grow Old. The movie showed colorized original footage from the war along with narration by men actually involved in it and the insight into their observations illuminated the personal experiences and loss that took place.

New film reignites World War I discussion

Jessie Larrinaga, Staff Writer March 26, 2019

Directed by Peter Jackson, the film “They Shall Not Grow Old” consists of narration over colorized original World War I footage. Many students have seen the movie as part of the curriculum for classes.  First...

The storefront of Dairy Joy is lit up so oncoming drivers will stop for a quick ice cream. After transferring ownership, the sign and menus were changed by Chris and Karrie Lynn Mueller.

Change of ownership will benefit Dairy Joy customers

Jessie Larrinaga, Staff Writer March 13, 2019

Dairy Joy is an ice cream shop that has been in Tampa since 1958 but is now under new ownership. The new owners also own Xtreme Juice, an extremely popular smoothie and juice store on Swann Avenue.   While...

After declaring a national emergency, President Donald Trump faces lawsuits from 16 statesl. The national emergency faced the Supreme Court because many declared it unconstitutional.

National Emergency shows Trump’s single-minded agenda

Jessie Larrinaga, Staff Writer March 11, 2019

After the longest government shutdown on record that left government employees without pay for weeks, President Donald Trump has declared a state of national emergency in order to gain funding for his...

Luke Perry speaks March 31, 2018 for Riverdale at WonderCon in the Anaheim Convention Center. Perry passed away March 4 at the age of 52 after suffering a stroke Feb. 27.

Luke Perry’s death leaves fans grieving

Michelle Rincones-Rodriguez, Staff Writer March 11, 2019

Luke Perry, whose iconic roles have helped him remain relevant throughout multiple generations, passed away March 4 at the age of 52 after suffering a stroke Feb. 27. His death was untimely and truly...

Oscar stars wear crowd-pleasing looks

Oscar stars wear crowd-pleasing looks

Nicole Prus, Staff Writer March 7, 2019

The 91st Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles Feb. 24. The Oscars is an award ceremony that honors actors, actresses, directors and many others for their fine achievement...

Voodoo Doughnuts interior has vibrant designs which take inspiration from the voodoo culture that originated in Haiti. The line to enter continued outside and the wait was well over 30 minutes, but the doughnuts were worth it.

Voodoo Doughnut creates charming desserts

Michelle Rincones-Rodriguez, Staff Writer February 27, 2019

If you go to City Walk in Orlando, it’s a must to stop by Voodoo Doughnut. The shop is relatively new, having been opened in May 2018, but it has quickly turned into one of the most well-known shops...

The Avett Brothers and Gary Clark Jr. are headlining Gasparilla Music Festival March 9-10. The festival scene has become more competitive and aggressive with the creation of new ones and the assortment each brings, which makes each year harder in deciding where fans want to drop over $300 on a festival.

Gasparilla Music Festival 2019 releases disappointing initial lineup

Katie Valenti, Staff Writer February 27, 2019

You would think that a music festival would increase its headliners and number of artists performing each year it has been around, but apparently that logic doesn’t apply to the 2019 Gasparilla Music...

Eating disorders are under-represented and unacknowledged. People struggling with them should not fear opening up and speaking out about their disorder.

Eating disorders deserve more awareness

Ariana Cimino, Staff Writer February 26, 2019

Those who experience them know immediately what I’m referring to, or at least get a sickening sense that they do.  Maybe your body can’t regulate its temperature. Maybe you always feel bloated....

No More Waiting

No More Waiting

Staff Editorial February 26, 2019

There seems to be a pattern of action whenever a tragedy in the United States takes place. The incident receives maximum media coverage, politicians tweet out empty promises and protests calling for change...

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