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
Ellianna Valkenburg

Ellianna Valkenburg, News Editor

Hi! My name is Ellianna Valkenburg and I’m the news section editor. I’m a junior and I’m so excited for my second year in newspaper! I love nature, reading, and thrifting. I’m so excited for another great year of Pep O’ Plant! 

All content by Ellianna Valkenburg
Crew Gets Spooky in the Halloween Regatta

Crew Gets Spooky in the Halloween Regatta

Ellianna Valkenburg, News Editor
November 2, 2023
Lana Del Rey surprises the crowd with “Florida Kilos” at her Tampa concert at the MidFlorida Credit Union Ampitheatre. The crowd goes wild as Lana Del Rey performs Floridas tribute song. Read to learn more about Lana Del Rey and her Tampa concert.

Lana Del Ray Concert Review

Ellianna Valkenburg, News Editor
October 3, 2023
The 2023 Video Music Awards were hosted on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in New Jersey, and did not dissppoint on the wow factor. Despite being held on a Tuesday night the awards were filled with drama, performances and surprises galore.

2023 VMAs Recap

Ellianna Valkenburg, News Editor
September 25, 2023
Rowing Open House Photo Gallery

Rowing Open House Photo Gallery

Ellianna Valkenburg, News Editor
August 28, 2023
On April 3, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing Florida residents to carry concealed weapons without a permit or training. The new law is set to take effect on July 1, making Florida the 26th state to allow residents to carry firearms without a permit.

Ron DeSantis No Permit Firearm Legislation

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
May 10, 2023
The walkout was organized to occur at 3:10, during students 8th period. Participants stood in front of Plant, holding signs promoting LGBT+ and Trans rights along with a variety of LGBT+ related flags.

Student Walkout

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
March 28, 2023
In response to College Boards new Advanced Placement course, African American History Governor Ron DeSantis has set to find a College Board alternative. This cuts off Florida students access to AP courses and the SAT.

Ron DeSantis Replacing College Board

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
March 7, 2023
On Jan. 19, 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rejected a new Advanced Placement course offered by College Board. The course would allow students to study African American History in depth.

Ron DeSantis Rejected an AP African American History Course

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
February 12, 2023
Vivienne Westwood brought punk-rock fashion into the modern and mainstream world. Creating a legacy that will be recognized and that will live on forever.

Vivienne Westwood: Her career in fashion

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
February 1, 2023
Two of the most popular and well-known TV shows go up for debate on which one’s better. The contestants? Grey’s Anatomy and Criminal Minds!

Grey’s Anatomy vs. Criminal Minds

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
September 19, 2022
The Met Gala is one of the most famous fashion events in the world! But some themes have proven more successful than others.

Met Gala Themes

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
September 16, 2022
Back to School Outfits

Back to School Outfits

Ellianna Valkenburg, Staffer
August 23, 2022
Load More Stories

PHS News

The student-run news site of H. B. Plant High School
© 2023 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in

Comments (0)

All PHS News Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest