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

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Vendela Busbee

Vendela Busbee, Photographer

Vendela Busbee is in tenth grade and is a photographer for the Pep O’ Plant Newspaper. She loves to read books, her current favorite being the Harry Potter series, and watch movies while eating popcorn with chocolate chips. She loves to take pictures of anything and everything, especially her pet hedgehog, and makes movies with little videos clips she takes with friends, family and of anything that interests her. Although she is a little stressed about her workload for the coming year, what with all the classes she's taking, she is excited to learn about everything this year has to offer. She can't wait to bring new things to the table and have an awesome sophomore year.

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While senior Katy Kasper does the worm across the field, the Zeta girls throw up their hands during Panther Prowl at Dad’s Stadium Oct. 24. Kasper has been a member of Zeta for two years.

[Photo] Students participate in Panther Prowl

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 1, 2018
Gesturing to the rest of film club, junior Esperanza Liverio talks about the film “Sarah Ann Saves the Farm,” one of the weekly movies film club members need to watch to be able to debate the themes and motives of main characters. The film club has been meeting every Tuesday to discuss films they’ve watched during the time between meetings.

[Photo] Members discuss film club evolution

Jessie Larrinaga, Staff Writer
January 11, 2019
Holding a copy of To Kill a Mockingbird, English teacher Cristalyn Stokes shares her passion for mixing her profession with theater. “I think that everyone should have some sort of exposure to anything musically related,” Stokes said.

[Photo] Teacher mixes passion and profession with theater

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
Aimed towards Jupiter, the telescope aids participants at the Astronomy Club meeting Oct. 15. They viewed nearby planets and the moon in the parking lot.

Astronomy Club holds second meet of year

Vendela Busbee, Photographer
October 25, 2018
Swimming backstroke, junior Joel Brown swims the boys 200-yard medley relay at Bobby Hicks Pool Oct. 11. Brown placed second in his heat with his team against Wharton High School.

Swim defeats Wharton

Vendela Busbee and Gracen Rivera
October 22, 2018
Reaching out to sophomore Lauren Webster, freshman Chiara Melcher greets her during the Best Buddies club meeting Sept. 26 in the cafeteria. The club’s matching party is Oct. 13 where everyone will be assigned a Buddy for the year.

[Photo] Students form long-lasting friendships with kids with disabilities

Addie Robey, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Watching the college scout’s gestures, junior Audrey Steadman and her dad walk the booths in the gym at College Night Sept 25. Many out-of-state and in-state colleges came to campus to help students explore potential colleges they might want to attend.

Students attend college night

Vendela Busbee, Photographer
October 10, 2018
Displaying choices of protein or vegetables in neon colors, Taco Dirty’s menu includes everything from vegan to gluten free options. The ordering area was created with a similar setup to Fresh Kitchen, as it is owned by the same Ciccio Restaurant Group.

[Photo] New restaurant Taco Dirty hits all marks

Jessie Larrinaga, Staff Writer
September 23, 2018
Caught midair to get to the ball, freshman McKenzie Nichols prepares to bump the ball over the net Tuesday, Sept. 4. The JV Girls volleyball team won both sets 25-14 and 25-10 in the gym.

JV volleyball defeats Leto

Vendela Busbee, Photographer
September 21, 2018
In addition to other new changes this year Hillsborough county equips schools with a new bell schedule. The start times now offer a later school start time and finish.

[Photo] What’s New at Plant?

Ava Nelson, Staff Writer
September 13, 2018
La Sertoa members gather around while senior Cailey Clark explains events that the La Sertoa girls can expect this year. They were informed of upcoming service projects such as the Great American Cleanup and volunteering at Hyde Park.

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Smiling for the camera, junior Aarushi Paratap, Best Buddies sponsor Caroline Medina and sophomore Maggie Rowan listen to what Best Buddies has in store for this year. Aarushi also competitively swims for Special Olympics and is excited for her Best Buddy to attend.

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With an arm around sophomore Kendal Cheesman’s shoulder, senior Dylan Mirasola participates in the Best Buddies club meeting. In the cafeteria, Best Buddies sponsor Caroline Medina explained events for the upcoming year.

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Sitting among plants and cushioned chairs, John DeOrio tries to make his classroom as enjoyable as possible, and comfort is his tactic. Being passionate about what he taught, he strove to be welcoming and accepting.

[Photo] Teacher shares career-changing experience

September 11, 2018
Modeling her jean jacket, sophomore Maggie Rowan says she enjoys shopping and looking for clothes. This “blast from the past” look was one of many students have been seen wearing this year.

[Photo] Oldies but Goodies

Nicole Prus, Staff Writer
September 6, 2018
Zain Khan, grade 12, Untitled, oil on canvas

Featured Artist: Zain Khan

Vendela Busbee, Photographer
September 1, 2018
When not in school, sophomore Gabi Frye enjoys the adrenaline rush she gets from fishing. She started fishing at the age of 2.

[Photo] Mahi Mahi on the Mind

Clio Bruno, Staff Writer
August 26, 2018
Students walk into school with a new schedule and times to follow. The school district implemented this schedule due to the results of the survey given last year.

[Photo] Hillsborough county schools begin with a different schedule

Hartley Hill, Staff Writer
August 19, 2018
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[Photo] New gate protects students and faculty

Graham Hill, Opinions Editor
August 10, 2018
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