“Your now is not your forever”
Jacyn McCrudden, Staff Reporter/Photographer
April 10, 2019
Filed under Features, Uncategorized
There isn’t a doubt in anyone’s mind that school is a struggle for every student in some sort of way. Classes can be difficult, trying to reach that GPA that you have been wanting to get could be a challenge, and the the drama that comes with everyday life can be a factor that contributes to the ...
Technology and Emotions
Sophia Sesi, Staff Reporter
April 3, 2019
Filed under Features
Emotions are a powerful thing, but why are some emotions triggered by things we see through social media and technology? Technology and social media play a key role in the life of teenagers nowadays especially apps such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter. Students such as Sophie Raszka (‘21) believe ...
SAT scores indicate which college is the best academic fit for students
Madeleine Katz, Online Editor
April 2, 2019
Filed under Features
Some students spend months studying, analyzing PSAT scores, and learning tips and tricks to ace the test. Others walk in on test day, not knowing that they aren't allowed to use mechanical pencils and scrambling to find a calculator. Taking the SAT is an important step towards applying to college, an...
Recharging with caffeine
Lizzy Mason, Staff Reporter
April 2, 2019
Filed under Features
For some high school students, caffeine can be a daily essential to stay awake. Between coffee and energy drinks, caffeine is here to save the day. Struggling to stay awake in class after a late night is a common thing among students. Luckily vending machines around campus offer Mountain Dew Kickstarts w...
Aftermath Yearbook receives CSPA Crown Award
Natalie Tajeddine, Reporter
April 1, 2019
Filed under Features, Multimedia, Student Life
CSPA is an international journalism publication convention that was founded in 1925, and every year they recognize hundreds of schools on yearbooks, lit mags, newspapers, and online media. This spring, like many others, Palm Harbor’s Aftermath staff is being awarded for last year’s yearbook. ...
Welcome to the 80’s
Allyson May, Staff Reporter
April 1, 2019
Filed under Features
The neon colors of the 80's haven't made a come back, but the scrunchies and mom jeans have. The "new fit" for teenagers today, mom jeans, shoes, scrunchies, etc, have made a large appearance in people’s wardrobes. What now has become popular for clothing, was the big deal in the 80’s for clothi...
Granting wishes for breast cancer survivors
Marla Mitchell, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2019
Filed under Features
My Hope Chest is the one and only organization concentrating on treatment for uninsured survivors. Many of these women have lost hope, not knowing that there is a cure, which is My Hope Chest. Just imagine that one thing that makes you a woman being snatched away, not being able to be like every other...
Driving from the view of a freshman
Grace Mercer, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2018
Filed under Features
A former ninth grader, Kiley Truskey, is very close to getting her learners permit. Yet, this still doesn’t prevent her from having to think about people driving for the wrong reasons while in the wrong state of mind. Truskey takes an online driving course to get her learner’s permit. Before she...
Preparation before getting a pet
Emma Bianco, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2018
Filed under Features
A furry friend can cheer up a family. For many years people have brought pets into their homes. Whether it’s a small animal in a cage, or a big dog, there are things necessary to purchase in order to prepare for getting a pet. Whether the pet is from a local breeder or from a shelter, making sure the pet does...
Teachers behind the scenes
Josselyn Cantellano and Elarya Tadres
December 20, 2018
Filed under Features, Top Stories
Usually students don’t think there is much to teachers besides going to school, grading papers and teaching. Teachers are not teachers outside of school, for example, Mrs. Demiana Youssef watches shows like most students at school, Mrs. Lori Bauck sings, Mr. Joseph Corr has traveled around the world,...
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Chaetan Prabhu and Jake McMullen
April 2, 2019
Signing with a college is one of the most important moments in a softball player’s career. There are plenty of factors to consider, and many influences on a player’s decision....
Chaetan Prabhu, Photographer
December 20, 2018
Every single year there’s always the same old argument with the same old questions; Who’s going to be the next Super Bowl winner? Will the Patriots win yet again? Just...
December 20, 2018
December 20, 2018
The sanctioning of lacrosse for Pinellas County
December 20, 2018
Kalista Photopulos, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2018
Wanted: Social, outgoing people who are dedicated to working with a team of unique individuals in order to create a physical memory of your high school experience. Reward:...
Choir celebrates the holidays by singing Christmas carols
December 20, 2018
December 20, 2018
NHS honors high achieving students
December 12, 2018