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Maya Johnson

Maya Johnson, Staffer

Hi! I’m Maya and I’m a junior. This is my second year on TideLines. I am involved in music ensembles as well as drama club. I like to sing and read, and I’m excited to write about some interesting topics.

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Jumping Into Track Season with Dominic Alvarez

Jumping Into Track Season with Dominic Alvarez

Maya Johnson, Staffer
March 14, 2024
The script and vocal book for The Little Mermaid is pictured above. “Before we’re off book, this is the most helpful for practicing the songs I’m in,” said Connor McGowan.

The Little Mermaid at PAHS

Maya Johnson, Staffer
March 11, 2024
Here, the band is pictured before the parade in Magic Kingdom. Everyone is dressed in their respective uniforms ready for the parade.

PAHS Band Goes to Disney

Maya Johnson, Staffer
March 11, 2024
The “Future Seniors” schedule and just a sample of classes available. “I’m happy about the fact that we will be picked first for the classes we want to take,” said junior Elizabeth Ortiz.

Scheduling for Your Future

Maya Johnson, Staffer
February 16, 2024
Evan Galavage and Ryan Galen are preparing to make a video for the Tidelines website. “I really enjoy TideTV, I like how it connects with everyone at Pottsville. I am the VTR person who is the one who has all the roll ins, commercials, intros and the outros,” said sophomore Quinn Evans.

Hitting the big screens

Maya Johnson, Staffer
January 19, 2024
“As a senior, I am very saddened to hear that the festival was canceled,” said Sophia Rulavage “I had ranked number one for alto twos and was very excited to be among my peers from different schools.”

County Chorus festival canceled

Maya Johnson, Staffer
January 19, 2024
“Doing the 100 fly is not my favorite by all means, but I still suck it up and end up doing it; I’ve been swimming since I was like 8 and I am only now really getting the timing and technique down now; that should tell you how difficult it can be.” said senior, Hunter Chescavage

Flying into the season with Hunter Chescavage

Maya Johnson, Staffer
January 6, 2024
Mrs. Katelynn Reichard, Jake Powers (9), Makenzie Rebel (11), and Robert Rulavage (11), during their sectional. The four of them were practicing How the Grinch Stole Christmas for the bands concert.

PAHS held their Annual Band Concert

Maya Johnson, Staffer
December 19, 2023
The three Winter Carnival Pageant Candidates stand together after hearing they were nominated. From left to right: Shaina Schmitt, Lauren Kelly, and Brooke Palko. “Winter Carnival helped me break out of my awkwardness and social anxiety, and that was my goal in participating. I loved the events, people, and the girls I participated with.” said 2023’s Snowflake Princess, Brenna McGowan.

Talk with the Winter Carnival Candidates

Maya Johnson, Staffer
December 8, 2023
National Honors Society students recognized for being in the top 5% or 10% of their class. Students were ecstatic after being inducted and being able to call themselves one of the smartest in their grade.

National Honors Society 2023-2024 Inductees

Maya Johnson, Staffer
November 14, 2023
Dominic Alvarez gave candy to a kid wearing an Ash costume from Pokémon. “It was a great experience to hand out candy for kids for my team and I enjoyed seeing all of the kids in costumes.”

Kids Ready for Halloween

Maya Johnson, Staffer
November 2, 2023

SAG and WGA Impacts Students at PAHS

Maya Johnson, Staffer
October 2, 2023
The cast list of the musical Six is posted outside of Mrs. Malek’s classroom. “I’m very excited for Six because Anne Boleyn has always been a character that I want to act as. I’m very excited for what’s to come,” said senior Hannah Martician.

PAHS Holds Their First Fall Show

Maya Johnson, Staffer
September 22, 2023
Mr. Borden in the middle of teaching his freshman class about history.

Pottsville Welcomes New Teacher

Maya Johnson, Staffer
September 13, 2023
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
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
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
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
Mr. Richard Fries rehearsed “Lawrence of Arabia” on Friday, the day before the concert. “It was a really fun experience to be able to play exciting and challenging music with Mr. Fries because he is a great conductor who knows how to get a band going. The county band students were extremely lucky to have him,” said senior Angelina Madonna.

Schuylkill County Band Musicians Come Together

Maya Johnson, Staffer
March 7, 2023
Très Tacos, Tequila, and Tapas had its grand opening on February 24, 2023. “Très has some well made food. It has a great variety of food with over 10 different types of tacos. The combination of homemade shells and blend of toppings tastes very good. I highly recommend checking out The rès.” said Cullen Clarke.

Out With the Old, In With the New

Maya Johnson, Staffer
February 27, 2023
Mrs. Ashman pictured with Camryn Carol and Tori Kunsteck at an STC function.

Pottsville technology students jump back into the new semester

Maya Johnson, Staffer
February 1, 2023
Swimmers stand with each other after the 400 freestyle relay, laughing and talking about their times. “Swim and dive is mostly a mental sport. You could have all your technique down but when it comes to yourself mentally, you could crack at the pressure. That’s why it’s really encouraging to have all your teammates backing you and cheering you on. Even the littlest bit of validation can help,” said freshman, Billy Davis.

The PAHS swim and dive team get ready for a new season

Maya Johnson, Staffer
January 10, 2023
Standing on the Deck with Xander Hirsch

Standing on the Deck with Xander Hirsch

Maya Johnson, Staffer
January 5, 2023
Pottsville’s choir members, in front of their audience of nurses and doctors.

Singing brings holiday cheer to Hospital workers

Maya Johnson, Staffer
December 14, 2022
Ryan March, running when the race against Jim Thorpe and Tamaqua first kicked off. “Meet days are always fun until you realize you have to run,” said sophomore Ryan March.

The season of running is finally over

Maya Johnson, Staffer
November 22, 2022
Xaviere Phillip Johnson is focused while working on his MADcap music. After being one of the leads in Anastasia last year he is ecstatic for this new season of drama club.

Drama Club Director Reveals the Spring Musical

Maya Johnson, Staffer
October 23, 2022
Mrs. Diehl stands in front of her genetics class, educating her students. Mrs. Diehl is a new science teacher at PAHS.

PAHS receives new science teacher

Maya Johnson, Staffer
September 23, 2022
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