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

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

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Kennedy Gilbert

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer

Hi ya’ll, I’m Kennedy and I’m a rising junior this year at Plant! It is my first year on Pep O’ Plant as a staffer. I’m looking forward to working on new things, especially anything fashion related!

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Many seniors are starting an entirely new journey. I wish them luck on this adventure!

Plant Seniors are Embarking on College

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
May 10, 2023
This is a single photo that displays such damage. Debris and wood are scattered, houses are demolished, and furniture is sprawled everywhere.  

Deadly Tornado Sweep’s the South

Kennedy Gilbert, Cultures Editor
March 31, 2023
The University of Tampa’s Plant Hall. This is what once was the iconic Tampa Bay Hotel.

The Expansion of University of Tampa

Kennedy Gilbert, Cultures Editor
March 27, 2023
Join the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic. This Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 25-26, 2023.

Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
February 24, 2023
Whether it’s listening to old songs or watching old movies or shows, do something to get in touch with simpler times. It will be therapeutic and make you miss what you don’t have.

Bringing Back the Classics

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
February 13, 2023
Letter to readers, I wrote this in hopes that it will reach at least one student and have them find a relation in my writing. Even if it doesn't reach anybody, that is OK too. It's only an experience, a mere experience had by one individual in a vast world. Thank you for reading. Respectfully, Kennedy

Four Years at Plant

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
January 24, 2023
There are many ways to demonstrate kindness. Holding the door for someone, smiling at someone, introducing yourself to someone sitting alone. Most importantly, kindness never goes out of style.

Staying Kind in a Time of Chaos 

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
January 20, 2023
Don’t ever lose sight of these tactics. Recognizing what they are might just change your life for better or worse.

Manipulation Tactics

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
August 31, 2022
Stay aware and focused, pay attention to who you share things with, and most importantly don’t be fooled. When our parents tell us it’s a scary place, sometimes they aren’t wrong.

Narcissism: What You Need To Know

Kennedy Gilbert, Culture Editor
August 29, 2022
Hopefully, these looks will serve as inspiration for the upcoming season. Whether, it’s a mini-skirt, white suit, or strap dress one of these looks will be the one for you!

Spring/summer fashion trends 2022

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
May 11, 2022
Jack of all trades teacher Susan Vaughan teaches English and AP Capstone Seminar. Vaughan shares her favorite memory at Plant.

Teacher: Susan Vaughan

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
May 10, 2022
Here are the 12 zodiac signs and their symbols, each has their own unique representation. For example, Scorpio is represented by the venomous scorpion.

The beginners guide to astrology

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
May 5, 2022
Friends are part of life; they are meant to make your world a little better. “Sometimes growing up also means growing apart.”

High school friendships: how they come and go

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
March 28, 2022
One of the many gorgeous views of the city that never sleeps! New York City is home to 8.82 million people.

Is it the right time to take on the Big Apple? 

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
February 2, 2022
Here are some of the Christmas Classics, tasty treats to get everyone in the mood for the Holidays!

Try these Christmas treat ideas

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
December 13, 2021
A little sprinkle of inspiration to get inspired to make some of the most delicious Halloween baked treats! This years Halloween falls on a Sunday.

Halloween treats ideas

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
October 26, 2021
From knit sweaters to plaid the fall fashion trends are here. This fall's necessities include: floral patterns, stripes, and cozy sweaters.

Fall/winter 2021/2022 fashion trends

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
October 25, 2021
This is a photo of a car stuck in between the trees of a mountain in Haywood County, NC. This would have been because of the detrimental floods that moved it to this distorted position shown.

Storm effects on Haywood County, NC

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
October 13, 2021
Influential artists pictured through the decades. The 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s were some of the most musically influential periods of all time.

The musical revolution

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
September 22, 2021
On Sept. 13 the Met celebrated another Met Gala. The theme was America, some followed the theme very strictly, however others took a more creative approach.

Met Gala 2021

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
September 20, 2021
An inside look on featured outfits inside, Deborah Kent’s, one of Tampa’s famous boutiques.

Inside Deborah Kent’s

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
September 14, 2021
A visual of fashion through the decades. Image from Wikimedia Commons

Fashion through the decades

Kennedy Gilbert, Staffer
August 17, 2021
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