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Pawsitive Panther (Francisca Comparini)

Pawsitive Panther (Francisca Comparini)

Bree Ann Camacho, Staff Writer December 16, 2010

Despite having to face the challenges of moving to a new country  in high school, senior Francisca Comparini has really filled her last three years of high school with memories. Francisca was born...

Grandmas cooking has nothing on this class

Grandma’s cooking has nothing on this class

Natalie Rodriguez, Staff writer December 16, 2010

When students think of school food, pizza and vending machine corners come to mind. Most students probably would not believe that a warm cherry pie could be found just down the hall, but the Culinary Operations...

Palmettos got gym junkies students try to keep safety in mind

Palmetto’s got gym junkies students try to keep safety in mind

Natalie Rodriguez, Staff writer December 16, 2010

The old wives tale that weight training stunts growth has no evidence supporting it. Just ask Arnold Schwarzenegger, the seven-time Mr. Olympia winner, who started working out at 15. Though working...

Pawsitive panthers (Glenn Adams)

Pawsitive panthers (Glenn Adams)

Azmae Fahmy, Staff Writer December 14, 2010

When the idea of a role model comes to mind, the majority of adolescents consider people like Martin Luther King or Mother Theresa. But some appreciate a person who has personally affected their lives,...

A day in the life of Mr. Weiner

A day in the life of Mr. Weiner

Michael Tandlich, Staff Writer December 14, 2010

Principal Howard Weiner's day begins at 4:30 a.m. sharp with the ringing of his alarm. From the moment he leaves his house at 6:15 and takes a 30-mile drive to Miami Palmetto Senior High to the time he...

Palmetto students get a taste of the world

Palmetto students get a taste of the world

Jenna DeNight, Staff Writer November 22, 2010

On November 16, the foreign language department came together in Palmetto’s cafeteria and put on its 28th annual International dinner. Latin America, France, Germany and Japan were all represented in...

Unsung substitutes take charge

Erin Maroon, Staff Writer November 12, 2010

Substitutes. Are they recognized? Are they recognized for good work? Dalia Pulido, AP English III teacher, recently had a substitute teacher who was very quiet and introspective, but according to Pulido,...

Hello Chess Club… goodbye scrabble

Hello Chess Club… goodbye scrabble

Chris Burg, Design Editor November 12, 2010

After being cut as an official organization last year when the club sponsor left Palmetto, Chess Club is on its way to being reinstated. Scrabble club incorporated Chess Club this year after sophomore...

Students engage in not so risky business

Students engage in not so risky business

Jonathan Perez, Staff Writer November 12, 2010

The recession is over, for some students. Several students are making profits off of businesses that they have created. But why do students establish or join these businesses? Do these students gain...

Junior Alexander Perez plays alongside fellow drum-liners at a football game. Perez always enjoys watching the scene from up above. “High school seems so great while standing up in the bleachers,” Perez said.

True Life: I’m in the band

Jonathan Perez, Staff Writer October 8, 2010

Miami Palmetto Senior High is known for its academics, sports,  organizations and students, but one of the aspects that tends to be overlooked is its band. The members of the band practice extremely hard,...

Prior Panthers become present successes

Prior Panthers become present successes

Michael Tandlich and Carlos Carreras, Staff Writers October 7, 2010

Throughout Miami Palmetto Senior High School's 52 years of operation, numerous Panthers have graduated to become like Ron Magill and Alexandra Flinn - individuals who epitomize success. Ron Magill has...

Changes bring new faces to science department

Erin Maroon, Staff Writer October 7, 2010

The loss of four teachers in the science department has greatly affected Palmetto. Former teachers Monica Avalos and Keith Mueller left for private schools in Miami-Dade County, and Terri Ortiz and Ana...

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