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The student news site of Pottsville Area High School

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Mini Thon held annual carnival

Mini Thon held annual carnival

Faith Younker, Staffer • May 24, 2023

The Mini Thon Carnival, known as the main event for Mini Thon, was held on Friday, May 12th from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Boys’ and Girls’ Gym at Pottsville Area High School.  There were two food...

The choir members warm up as they prepare to go on stage for their concert. Senior Xaviere Phillip Johnson said, “I am excited to have my last choir performance but sad I won’t have another concert. My favorite song has to be “Isn’t She Lovely” because you can’t go wrong with Stevie Wonder.”

Singing through PAHS

Maya Johnson, Staffer • May 15, 2023

Sounds of music echoed through the auditorium of PAHS on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. The choir sang concert classics like “Isn’t She Lovely” by Stevie Wonder, a “Les Misérables Medley,” and “Dies...

Trump faces Charges

Marty Davis, Staffer • May 12, 2023

Just a few short years ago in the United States we had forty fifth president Donald J. Trump. For years, Trump was surrounded by controversy, such as being accused of being involved in a variety of illegal...

Sophomore Anabellly Valdez and Robert Rulavage pose next to an Art Board featuring student artworks taken last May 13, 2022. The Art Show is an annual event held at John S. Clarke Elementary Center. The event will be held on Friday, May 12, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

Students prepare for Art Show

Genesis Harrison, Staffer • April 28, 2023

The 2023 Art Show Annual event will be held at John S. Clarke Elementary Center. The event will be held on Friday, May 12, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm and with just a few weeks leading up to the Art Show, students...

Mrs. Katelynn Reichard directs the band in their warmups as they get ready to clean-up some songs. “Playing music was my favorite part of the day in middle school and that hasn’t changed now in high school,” Freshman Ava Orlowsky said.

Preparations for the Spring Band Concert Performance

Maya Johnson, Staffer • April 27, 2023

The PAHS Concert Band has two concerts, one held in the winter and one held in the spring. The pieces range from many different genres and difficulty levels. The spring concert song lineup includes: Sweeney...

Above, Mr. Adrian Portland stands next to the old equipment that has been in use since it was installed in 1966. PAHS is 1 of the four schools in Pennsylvania that have their own planetarium, and observatory.

Planetarium receives upgrade

Chase Teresavage, Staffer • April 24, 2023

Astronomy and Biology teacher Mr. Adrian Portland is an out-of-this-world teacher at PAHS. He is currently awaiting the renovation for the planetarium, which is the only school in Schuylkill County to...

Mr. Smink is reviewing with his AP Lang. class on what to expect on the AP Language and Composition test. The AP Language and Composition test will consist of material that was taught throughout the class, along with writing prompts for students.

Testing to Wrap up the Year for Students

Alex Blum, Staffer • April 20, 2023

As the weather becomes warmer, students begin spending their time outside, and the end of the year is quickly  approaching. The end of the school year allocates time for state testing, such as Keystones,...

Signs were installed outside of each room for safety. In the case of any emergency or drill these room numbers allow you to see where each class room is located.

Gun Violence at School

Maya Johnson, Staffer • April 13, 2023

Safety at school is the number one priority for both students and staff. There are a lot of worst-case scenarios that could happen at any given school, which is why it’s important for students to feel...

The Easter Bunny waves to the students at John S. Clarke. The students lined up to receive candy, and did various other activities. Volunteers from Pottsville Area High School helped with the festivities.

How Does PAHS Celebrate Easter?

Alex Blum, Staffer • March 28, 2023

As the seasons are changing into Spring, students have their last early dismissal until May 26, 2023. Easter day this year will be Sunday, April 9, and students will be dismissed for their half day on...

The French nominees walk up onto the stage and await their ceremony. The family and friends of the French 3 and French 4 students watch as they get inducted into the National Foreign Language Honor Society.

Foreign Language Week

Chase Teresavage, Staffer • March 22, 2023

On the week of Monday, March 6 to Friday, March 10, the Pottsville Area High School held foreign language week. To start off the week, on Monday night a ceremony was held at 6:30 in the high school auditorium.  At...

There are a variety of flavors that Sughr has to offer. Pictured, is a red velvet cupcake filled with cream cheese and topped with cream cheese frosting.

New Bakery comes to Minersville

Faith Younker, Staffer • March 12, 2023

Sughr & Company celebrated its grand opening last month at Kings Village Plaza in Minersville. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted by the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce. “I heard a few people...

PAHS Crimson Players, Annabella Chalkos and Mr. Portland rehearsed a scene from “Guys and Dolls.” They sang the song “Fugue for the Tinhorns.”

Drama Club Prepares for Upcoming Show

Maya Johnson, Staffer • March 10, 2023

Pottsville Area High School’s drama club is looking to rock the boat this year with their spring musical, “Guys and Dolls.” The musical is a two hour and a half long play that tells the...

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