Facial hair is an important part of many people’s day, from waking up in the morning and trimming it to seeing it in the mirror when brushing teeth. Powell High School [PHS] has seen a number of immaculate beards, mustaches, and other facial pieces over the years, showing how important they can be...
The average teenager spends an average of 8-12 hours playing video games per week. That is about 520 hours a year. With all of that time spent playing games, how does that affect students' grades and the amount of time they use to do their homework and school work? “Video games derive attention...
The usual audience for the Powell High School Jazz Choir generally consists of parents, siblings, and interested members of the public. However, for a special afternoon, the select spectators of this audition-only group were Powell Middle School. On Mar. 5, the PHS Erocne Jazz Choir members performed...
Recently, for the sophomores at PHS, counselors have been introducing and taking steps in leading students towards their future plans. At the career fair on April 3, these questions could finally be answered. Most have been asked the commonly repeated question, “What do you want to be when you...
Participating in a writing competition can be an exciting experience that elevates a person’s writing skills to new levels. The competitive aspect of the event can inspire writers to experiment with new ideas and narrative styles. The American Dream contest is run by the Boys and Girls Club of Central...
Powell High School kicks off the next school year with the introduction of new English courses, focusing on modern media and technical writing to help prepare students for the world outside of high school. The teachers that will be teaching the two new courses will be English teachers Mrs. JoEllen...
Tragedy has struck for many PHS educators and their office supplies recently. Within a few short weeks, many staplers mysteriously disappeared with no hope of return. The first reported incident occurred in Spanish teacher Brandon Preator’s room. A student had asked to borrow his stapler, but...
A collection of photos taken by Emma Johnson starting September 2023 to February 2024.
March Madness is an NCAA Division One basketball tournament held annually in March. The tournament is single-elimination with 68 teams participating. This contest is widely known to have people filling out brackets, predicting what teams will move on, and who wins it all. At Powell High School [PHS],...
Many of us remember going swimming as the most rewarding and anticipated field trip of the year. This year, Westside Elementary School students took multiple trips to the pool to be taught and coached by Powell High School students. Swimming is an important life skill, and while programs like USA...
Blaring walk-out songs filled the gymnasium. The smell of fresh popcorn wafted through the air. Chatter from the crowd was almost non-existent, as the onlookers were too focused on the intense matches. On Monday, Mar. 25, Post 26 Big Horn Basin Boxing Club hosted the first kid’s fight night at the...
Love might not mean anything in the game of tennis, but that doesn’t stop Powell High School’s tennis players from being excited about the spring tennis season of 2024. The beginning of the spring season essentially kicks off the fall season for these players. The objective of starting in the...
As the Panther Wrestling Team looks back on their season, it was a memorable one; filled with success, laughter, and a great state finish. “Ya know, it was a good season for us,” Head Wrestling Coach and History Teacher Mr. Nick Fulton said. “My guys and girls showed a lot of growth throughout...
Senior Kiyoko ‘Kik’ Hayano is a student to be celebrated. Throughout her high school career, she has been extremely involved with different communities in PHS, excelling...
Though many people enjoy cheesecake, it can be very time-consuming to make yourself. For a change of pace, you can try these scrumptious cherry cheesecake cookies. These...
Powell High School gives students the opportunity to choose extracurricular activities to pursue, and cheerleading is one of them. PHS’s cheer season has come to an end,...
76 years ago, the directors of the National FFA Foundation started the tradition of FFA week. Here at Powell High School, this is a tradition that students still embrace. FFA...
On Feb. 27th, the PHS jazz band performed at the annual Northwest College Jazz Festival. This festival is an all-day, non-competitive convention that gives students and...
Involved with community service, Kik Hayano started a community garden in Powell.
After a crucial play, the Powell Panther football team was able to get a touchdown.
Junior Dusty Carter takes his rest off on the sideline after the most recent play.
Senior and quarterback Jhett Schwahn looks up the sideline for a quick pass after a Worland player breaks through the line of scrimmage.
Completed by the student section for the past couple of years, some students will show their support for seniors and certain athletes by “painting up” and writing their last name and number on their back.
An edited shot of Kora Terry, giving a different shot of an above ground view.
Maddie Johnson smiles directly to the camera, looking to give some of her Panther Pride through the lense.
Senior Kora Terry cheers emphatically in front of the crowd.
Sophomore and #10 Caden Diaz looks to the sideline to check with the side referee.
Powell High School offers two choir classes for our students to enroll in. The number of both of these classes has grown to be too large and chaotic for students coming in. Powell High School’s...
Whether having to stay out late or get home early, many high school students experience the worry of making curfew. Most high schoolers would say that curfews are restricting, but there are both pros and...
On Mar. 26, the halls of Powell High School were nearly vacant. Only sophomores and freshmen wandered the desolate corridors. All the juniors were taking the American College Test (ACT) and many of them...
Recently, a school-wide crisis has ensued. School laptops seem to be having a variety of malfunctions. Students are disgruntled about the situation as it slows progress on assignments, and in some cases...
Once upon a time, in a Spanish class far far away, there was an unwanted visitor. The unwanted visitor is the ogre Shrek. He is a familiar guest, but many have wondered if the teacher, Señor Preator,...