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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

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager

Pershia Haj is the Public Relations manager of Pep O’ Plant and this is her second year on staff. She was born and raised in Tampa and hopes to continue her education after high school at UCF or UF. Haj believes that PO’P is a great class for helping students to better understand the tools of journalism and strengthening their skills. Humans of Plant High and the new snapchat are some of Haj’s favorite roles of her job on staff, and she is excited to continue to share stories of Plant High’s unique students on social media.

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Reading a book while laying in his Eno, senior Stephen Jenkins’ go-to spot is at Swann Circle Park. This is an ideal spot for those who want to relax in quiet.

Eno takes over Tampa

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
April 10, 2017
Varsity Danceros perform their "Fight Night" routine. The number was the girls' leading act in this year's Panther Prowl.

VIDEO: Annual Dancero Showcase returns

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
March 29, 2017
Using more than just one bag of sand, senior Bella Guggino shows her support for the Red Sand Project by making a heart with "RSP" in it.

Senior sponsors Red Sand Project

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
February 16, 2017
Zeta Vice President, junior, Martie Mahon elaborates on service project coming within the next month. Students were notified about spring fling events to come. 

Clubs inform members on upcoming events

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
January 20, 2017

How to spend Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
January 16, 2017
While wrapping gifts for the “Planting the Seed” event, senior Kristi Stari, president of Astronomy club, shares laughs with other board members. "I enjoy being president because it allows me to build on my leadership skills, basically what I do is figure out the best dates for club meetings with Mrs. Mcdannold  and make executive decisions on what the club is going to be involved with." Stari said.

Clubs prepare for ‘Planting the Seed’ Foundation

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
December 1, 2016

Danceros Perform in Macy’s Parade

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
November 30, 2016

Dance Your Way To Haiti’s Heart

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
November 5, 2016

Band members receive All-State nominations

Pershia Haj, Pubic Relations Manager
November 4, 2016

Student section creates fun atmosphere

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
October 16, 2016

Student creates jewelry line

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
October 16, 2016

Students share rainy day plans

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
September 1, 2016
"I always envisioned being a senior, but actually being one feels surreal," explained Stephen Jenkins, senior

Students take on senior year

Pershia Haj, Public Relations Manager
August 21, 2016

Hats raise money for Cancer

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
April 12, 2016

TV shows coming out in the new year

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
January 13, 2016

Student take-on test anxiety

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
January 13, 2016

Netflix and Chill with PO’P!

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
October 30, 2015

Plant journalism takes FSPA

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
October 28, 2015
‘Jurassic World’ stomps box office

‘Jurassic World’ stomps box office

Pershia Haj, Staff Writer
September 10, 2015
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