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The news site of Miami Palmetto Senior High School

The Panther

Mrs. Valero’s student aids help her with final prom touches.

Countdown to Prom: Preparing For Palmetto’s First Prom in Two Years

Ana Martinez, Online Editor-in-Chief April 29, 2022

For the first time in two years, Miami Palmetto Senior High brought back prom for the Class of 2022. With all of the excitement surrounding the dance, Palmetto administration and students have had to prepare...

Glossier store filled with new shoppers browsing products.

New in the Design District: Glossier’s First Miami Location

Kate Markus, Life Editor April 28, 2022

Glossier, a trendy beauty and skincare line, recently opened its first permanent Miami location in the Design District. Launched in 2014, Glossier has locations worldwide in cities ranging from...

Varsity Badminton Coach Dave Zarco gives advice to player Michael Margado (11) in between games at the Youth Fair Tournament.

Behind the Unsung Sports: The Coaches of Palmetto

Sara Paredes, Copy Editor April 28, 2022

From the football field to the McKinney gymnasium to Coral Reef Park, Miami Palmetto Senior High is renowned for its noteworthy athletic teams and coaches, in particular the varsity football, soccer...

Governor Ron DeSantis Instates Election Police Force

Ryan McKean, Multimedia Photo Editor April 28, 2022

On Monday, Apr. 25, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill creating an election police force. The purpose of this police force is to limit voter fraud and other election-related criminal offenses.  The...

A Deal Two Weeks in The Making: Elon Musk Rules Twitter

Tomas Curcio, Staff Writer April 27, 2022

On Apr. 25, Twitter accepted Elon Musk’s $44 billion bid for the social media giant. The sum makes up 16% of his net worth and seven times the bluebird company’s co-founder, Jack Dorsey’s, own net...

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Signs “Stop WOKE Act”

Denise Vaque, Design Editor April 27, 2022

On Friday, April 22,  Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the “Stop WOKE Act” into law. Formally known as the “Stop the Wrongs to Our Kids and Employees (WOKE) Act,” the legislation...

Review of “Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore” (Pop at Palmetto)

Review of “Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore” (Pop at Palmetto)

Jasmine Judge, Design Editor April 26, 2022

Warning: The following story contains spoilers. On Apr. 15, Warner Bros. Pictures released the third film in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, “Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore.” This part...

A Slap to Be Forgotten: Analyzing the Will Smith and Chris Rock Incident

A Slap to Be Forgotten: Analyzing the Will Smith and Chris Rock Incident

Julia Strasius, Business Manager April 26, 2022

The 94th Annual Oscars definitely left an impression. The news of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock across the face on live television spread like wildfire across media, shocking audiences as they resorted...

What Planet Earth Means to Me

What Planet Earth Means to Me

Jasmine Judge, Design Editor April 26, 2022

With Earth Day having happened on April 22, I have been forced to travel back to my childhood and reflect on what this day and this planet mean to me. Almost every little girl’s dream is to travel the...

Whip n Dip, a local Miami staple for ice cream.

Five Things Seniors Should Do Before Leaving Miami

Cayetana Jaramillo, Opinion Editor April 26, 2022

1. Cafe Versailles Miami’s crown jewel, center of Cuban cuisine and shining star of Little Havana, this authentic Cuban restaurant serves the best croquetas in all of Miami-Dade County. Despite the...

Palmetto Alumni Sam Zelaya Signs With Grade A Label

Michael Angee, Sports Editor April 25, 2022

Miami Palmetto Senior High School Alumni, Sam Zelaya, also known as Zzz., recently signed with Lil Bibby’s Grade A label. Grade A has helped grow artists like Juice WRLD and The Kid Laroi, launching...

Tips and Tricks for the Testing Season: Q&A With Teachers for AP Testing

Tips and Tricks for the Testing Season: Q&A With Teachers for AP Testing

Angelina Astic, Contents/Copy Editor April 25, 2022

Beginning on May 2, 2022, Advanced Placement students at Miami Palmetto Senior High will begin taking their long-awaited AP exams. AP exams, which are scored on a scale of one to five (with a score of...

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