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2023-24 Staff List
Staff List 2023-2024 / Volume 18 Editor-In-Chief: Zorian Edwards Website & Design Editor: Jace Digiacomo Managing Editor: Kaylee Reynolds News & Features Editor: Kaylee Reynolds A&E Editor: Claire Barickman Opinion Editor: Celeste Eback Sports Editor: Camden Gjovik Social Media Editors: Claire Barickman & Camden Gjovik Panther Paw Editors: Alaina Merchant & Kylean Merrit Broadcast Editor: Natalie Slee Continue reading 2023-24 Staff List
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The Panther Press Mission statement 2023-24
The Panther Press Mission Statement 2023-24 “This year’s Panther Press staff aims to be inclusive, informative, and entertaining.” -The Panther Press, Volume 18 staff Our mission is to inform Saegertown Jr./Sr. High School and the community through our publication and digital media. We aim to publish eight issues this year with the goal of expanding our audience and engaging in more school spirit. We are … Continue reading The Panther Press Mission statement 2023-24
The Future of Animation
By Celeste Eback, Opinion Editor Back on March 10, something historical happened in the animation/film industry. Imagine this—you’re sitting down, watching the Oscars, and the category “Animated Feature Film” comes up along with its nominees: “Elemental,” “Nimona,” “Robot Dreams,” “A Boy and the Heron,” and “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.” Two of these films stick out, don’t they? Those two are “Robot Dreams” and “A Boy … Continue reading The Future of Animation
Lizzy McAlpine’s music doesn’t get much “Better Than This”
By Claire Barickman A&E and Social Media Editor On April 5, 2024, Lizzy McAlpine released her highly anticipated third studio album “Older.” After the huge success of the song “Ceilings” from her last album “Five Seconds Flat,” McAlpine gained a large following. Unlike her last album, however, “Older” has a much softer and organic sound that she has been working to find for the last … Continue reading Lizzy McAlpine’s music doesn’t get much “Better Than This”
Saegertown can-ban takes effect
By Zorian Edwards, Editor-In-Chief And Natalie Slee, Broadcast Editor On March 14, students were alarmed to discover that any beverages they had opened before entering the school doors were taken away from them after entering. An official announcement was presented through the school announcements shortly after, which was shared and posted by The Panther Press on social media on March 17. This public release of … Continue reading Saegertown can-ban takes effect
The “Taylor Swift: The Era’s Tour (Taylor’s Version)” is here… are you “Ready For It?”
By Claire Barickman A&E and Social Media Editor On March 14, Disney+ released “Taylor Swift: The Era’s Tour (Taylor’s Version)” onto its streaming service. This version of “The Era’s Tour” movie features all of the songs that were in the original release, the four songs that were cut from the set, and four additional songs from the acoustic set. When the original version of the … Continue reading The “Taylor Swift: The Era’s Tour (Taylor’s Version)” is here… are you “Ready For It?”
Damsel review
By Claire Barickman, A&E and Social Media Editor On March 8, Netflix released their newest movie starring Millie Bobby Brown. “Damsel,” directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, was unlike anything that Brown has been in before. If you are a fan of fantasy adventure movies, “Damsel” will be right up your alley. Elodie (Millie Bobby Brown) is the heir to a struggling kingdom, so when Queen … Continue reading Damsel review
Will confessions help save love? (book review)
By Alaina Merchant, Panther Paw Editor Content warning: some content in “Confess” may not be suitable for all audiences; reader discretion is advised. The book “Confess” by Colleen Hoover follows twenty-one year old Auburn Reed who had already suffered early on in life. She grew up in Portland, Oregon with her siblings, and they could barely get food on the table. At the age of … Continue reading Will confessions help save love? (book review)
Does the heart really have bones? (book review)
By Alaina Merchant, Panther Paw Editor Content warning: some content in “Heart Bones” may not be suitable for all audiences; reader discretion is advised. “Heart Bones” by Colleen Hoover follows the tragedy and romance of Beyah Grim’s life. Beyah grew up without a father figure since her dad lived across the country. As for her mother, she was always out worrying about guys and ruining … Continue reading Does the heart really have bones? (book review)
PENNCREST superintendent provided
By Zorian Edwards, Editor-In-Chief On March 11, the PENNCREST School Board voted 9-0 (unanimously) in favor of Shawn Ford assuming the role of superintendent. The board meeting was held at Maplewood Elementary school with around thirty people in attendance. The board members on the search committee for the new superintendent included Allison Beers, Theresa Lugo, and Randy Styborski. “Thank you to the IU5 whom PENNCREST … Continue reading PENNCREST superintendent provided
Cell towers cut out at Saegertown
by Kaylee Reynolds, News & Features Editor Imagine starting off your day with full bars and a strong cell connection–only to walk into school with absolutely nothing. Well, that happened not too long ago. Students and staff were not too pleased with the confusing cell-tower situation at hand. Many students believed something was going on with the power lines, mentioning that it could be due … Continue reading Cell towers cut out at Saegertown
Animated films flood theaters in 2024
by Isaak Bavas, Staff Writer The year 2024 seems like it’s gonna be a strong year for animated films. 2023 was a pretty disappointing year with not just animated but live action films as well, and people have hope that this year will be able to make up for those films. Most of this year’s movies look like a lot more effort and care were … Continue reading Animated films flood theaters in 2024
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