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

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

PHS News
Vera Agne

Vera Agne, Opinions Editor

Hi! I’m Vera, I am a senior at plant and have been on the newspaper staff for three years and is currently the opinions editor. I love going to the beach, listening to music and spending time with my friends. I’m so excited to see what my last year has to hold!

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Studying is a key aspect to education and the atmosphere for studying is just as important. The atmosphere one chooses can increase motivation and concentration.

Best Studying Spots

Vera Agne, Staffer
May 1, 2024
Best Don Toliver Songs

Best Don Toliver Songs

Vera Agne, Staffer
April 22, 2024
Photo from Apple Music

WE DON’T TRUST YOU Album Review

Vera Agne, Staffer
April 11, 2024
It's almost time for the end of the year exams and there are multitude ways one can prep themselves for finals. Instead of procrastinating and doing everything on your task list at the last minute, experiment with different study methods that could help you succeed!

Best Study Methods

Vera Agne, Staffer
April 1, 2024
The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, the ocean is getting warmer which opens the door to a variety of activities to pursue during break.

Spring Break Activities

Vera Agne, Staffer
March 8, 2024
The winter season is finally fading which means it’s the brink of spring. The warm weather is the peak time to create a new playlist to get ready for the seasons.

The Perfect Summer Playlist

Vera Agne, Staffer
March 5, 2024
The movie, Bob Marley One Love, pictures the iconic Jamaican singer-songwriter, and musician with his profound messages of love, unity, and social justice. Continue reading to learn more about the movie.

Bob Marley Movie Review

Vera Agne, Staffer
February 26, 2024
LLS is a foundation that aids in the fight against blood cancers. Donations or even joining a team can help support the research and advocacy efforts of LLS.

What is LLS?

Vera Agne, Staffer
February 9, 2024
Galentine's Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the love season with friends.

Galentine’s Day

Vera Agne, Staffer
February 6, 2024
Valentine's Day, a celebration of love and affection, provides the optimal occasion to indulge in the warmth and charm of romantic comedies. Whether you're spending the day with a special someone or enjoying your own company, romantic comedies offer an escape to the world of love, laughter and heartwarming moments.

Best Rom Coms

Vera Agne, Staffer
January 29, 2024
Celebrating the holiday season provides a multitude of opportunities to participate in themed activities and parties with friends. It's the perfect season to create cherished memories as well as a spirited atmosphere.

Christmas with Friends

Vera Agne, Staffer
December 22, 2023
Christmas is the time to indulge in festive snacks and desserts. Trader Joes annually culminates a variety of holiday themed snacks and candies which is a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit.

Christmas at Trader Joes

Vera Agne, Staffer
December 12, 2023
Tampa is filling with holiday spirit as twinkling lights adorn palm trees and festive decorations scatter across streets. Tampa's holiday activities are just at the beginning and it's the perfect time to create a fun, joyful, and festive atmosphere for the Christmas season.

2023 Christmas Events In Tampa

Vera Agne, Staffer
December 5, 2023
Friendsgiving is celebrated on a date often falling on a day near the official Thanksgiving holiday. This flexibility allows friends to gather without the constraints of busy travel schedules, making it a more accessible and inclusive event.

Friendsgiving

Vera Agne, Staffer
November 17, 2023
Cinnaholic, a gourmet cinnamon roll bakery recently opened in Tampa, Florida. Their products are made 100% plant based, dairy and lactose free as well as cholesterol free.

Cinnaholic Review

Vera Agne, Staffer
November 17, 2023
Matthew Perry was a Canadian- American actor that starred in the hit TV show "Friends". Perry was not only a public figure who openly discussed his life battles but also used his experiences to raise awareness.

Matthew Perry Tribute

Vera Agne, Staffer
November 7, 2023
As the full moon rises, the season of Halloween begins to ignite imaginations and mischevious spirits. Creative costumes, ghostly tales, spooky delights, carving jack-o-lanterns can all be apart of a thrilling festive hangout with friends.

Halloween Activities to do with Friends

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 30, 2023
With Tampa’s recent cold front, it’s set the tone for the perfect autumn weather. Fall calls for drinking pumpkin spice lattes and watching spooky Halloween movies while eating festive fall treats. Tampa has quite a few events to attend to get into the Fall spirit!

Fall Activities in Tampa

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 25, 2023
Halloween is on the horizon which means it's the perfect time for horror movies. The 80s were known for their slasher films and the suspenseful music.

Review of Best 80s Horror Movies

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 19, 2023
"Too Good to Go" is an app that works to reduce food waste in restaurants, bakeries, and even grocery stores. The companies package the products they didn't sell for the day in a suprise bag for people using the app to reserve.

Too Good to Go App Review

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 9, 2023
More teenagers in the recent years have become involved in the workplace. Studies have shown that this is crucial for adolescent growth and adopting future values; however, it's also shown that it can also affect a students education and performance.

Teenagers in the Workplace

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 4, 2023
Meet Joe Black (1998). To learn more about the movie, continue reading.

Movie List: Meet Joe Black

Vera Agne, Staffer
October 2, 2023
The above pictures show Bob Marley (top left), The Wailers (bottom right), and Slightly Stooped (bottom left) “taped” onto the Jamaican flag.

Beginners Guide to Reggae

Vera Agne, Staffer
September 20, 2023
Intrinsic motivation is defined as the doing of an activity for its inherent satisfaction rather than for some separable consequence. When intrinsically motivated, a person is moved to act for the fun or challenge entailed rather than because of external products, pressures, or rewards.

Intrinsic Motivation

Vera Agne, Staffer
January 30, 2023
Groups of people dress up as pirates on the José Gaspar ship for the Gasparilla Festival.

Gasparilla 2023

Vera Agne, Staffer
January 25, 2023
Schools practice lockdown drills, but are they effective. With school shootings being higher than ever, it is important to understand the procedure.

Are Lockdown Drills Effective?

Vera Agne, Staffer
December 9, 2022
Three piece mochi donut; Matcha Oreo (far left), Choco Graham (middle), Caramel Churro (far right).

MOCHINUT Tampa

Vera Agne, Staffer
September 19, 2022
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