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Teenagers reflect on abstinence
February 16, 2012 • Brett Levitt, Staff Writer
Filed under Features
Why wait? The gift of making love is one of the most special things given to human beings, but it is constantly abused by the young generation. In today’s day in age, having sex is viewed as fun and harmless by many ignorant teens, but many signs show that it may be better to wait. Some of the dangers... Read more »
Homecoming brings hallways to life
October 26, 2011 • Brooke Samole, Issues & Ideas Editor
Filed under Features
Homecoming is one of the one important events of the year to show school spirit. Students show their “Panther Pride” through many different ways, whether its wearing their class color, going to the dance, or cheering on the football team at the big game. One of the many traditions of this... Read more »
The ups and downs of student employment
October 19, 2011 • Tiffany Batten, Photo Editor
Filed under Features
Bathing suits, sun tan lotion and a nice clear sky sound like the makings of a perfect beach day on the weekend. For some Panthers however, every bit of free time is consumed by bussing tables, hanging clothes, or recording inventory. They have entered the work force. Senior Kaley Jaslow balances varsity... Read more »
Students demand a “Manland”
October 10, 2011 • Allie Hallebo, Copy Editor
Filed under Features
For anyone that has ever wandered through the aisles of Ikea and wished they had the chance to get rid of their whining male companion, fret no more! An Ikea store in Australia has created “Manland,” a sequel off of their Smaland childcare center, in which parents can deposit their children while... Read more »
Behind the pink label: Businesses and breast cancer awareness
October 9, 2011 • Jenna DeNight, Life Editor
Filed under Features
Over the past few decades, Americans have grown accustomed to seeing black and orange everywhere they turn come October 1. In just the last few years, pink was added to the mix, not in celebration of Halloween, but breast cancer awareness. It seems that everything has added a pink label on it in support... Read more »
September brings awareness to prostate cancer
September 26, 2011 • Brooke Samole, Issues and Ideas Editor
Filed under Features
October has become famous for supporting Breast Cancer Awareness, with many people wearing Pink Ribbons. Autism Awareness has adopted the Jigsaw Puzzle Ribbon for the month of April and the Rainbow Ribbon is now being worn in the month of June to show support for Gay Pride. But what were people aware... Read more »
Departing Panthers
June 9, 2011 • Various writers
Filed under Features
Rae Burnham: Rae Burnham has been at Palmetto since 2005. Prior to teaching at Palmetto as a Special Education teacher and a co-social studies teacher, Burnham worked at Palmetto Middle School for 27 years. “My experience at Palmetto has been wonderful,” Burnham said. “I love the kids, the staff,... Read more »
Pawsitive Panther: Reinaldo Jaffet
June 9, 2011 • Alyssa Rosenfeld, News Editor
Filed under Features
When many people think of graffiti, the idea of vandalism comes to mind. However, for sophomore Reinaldo (Rey) Jaffet, graffiti has a deeper meaning, serving as a form of art and expression. “I think of art differently, as a way to express yourself without words,” Rey said. “I know what it means... Read more »
Pawsitive Panther: Rebecca Loveless
June 9, 2011 • Bree Ann Camacho, Staff Writer
Filed under Features
On May 3, junior Rebecca Loveless received an award for her exemplary citizenship and effort around Palmetto. Out of a whopping 3,093 students, only two Panthers received the award. “I was very surprised and I was honored that I won. Thank you so much Mr. Garcia, it means a lot that you would nominate... Read more »
Activities Director ready for a new bundle; Angie Lima prepares to raise a ‘soon-to-be’ Panther
June 9, 2011 • Natalie Rodriguez, Staff Writer
Filed under Features
Activities Director Angela Lima is without a doubt a powerful influence at Palmetto. Her job affects the daily lives of students and is a major influence on the structure of Palmetto’s clubs and activities. “Mrs. Lima is one of the most selfless people I know. She is so supportive of everything we... Read more »