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Online Learning VS In-Person Learning (FACEOFF)

Samantha Elkins and Camilla Bondy September 22, 2020

Online (S.E.) Staying safe, being in the comfort of my own home and having a later wake up time are some examples of how online learning is more favorable than returning to in-person school.  Both...

Should We Continue Learning After AP Exams? (FACEOFF)

Jane Heise and Lindsey Solomon May 30, 2019

NO (J.H.) An AP course contains college-level information taught in a high school setting. These courses embellish college applications and prove one’s capability of both retaining complex information...

Has Palmetto Done Enough Since MSD? (FACEOFF)

Nicole Markus and Samuel Stone March 17, 2019

Yes: (N.M) In the one year since the shooting that left 17 dead at Parkland on Feb. 14, 2018, Palmetto has taken many effective steps to ensure not only the safety of students but to ensure their peace...

14 Days of Love Day 6: Is it Worth Continuing a Relationship After High School? (FACEOFF)

14 Days of Love Day 6: Is it Worth Continuing a Relationship After High School? (FACEOFF)

Jayden Woodfall and Chloe Gallivan February 6, 2019

Yes: (J.W) Entering high school is similar to starting a new book: the possibilities are endless. Whatever plans made at the start, morph into new, unexpected things that many never see coming, and...

14 Days of Love Day 3: Should Parents Be Involved in Their Kids Relationships? (FACEOFF)

14 Days of Love Day 3: Should Parents Be Involved in Their Kids Relationships? (FACEOFF)

Natalie Askowitz and Sophia DeAlejo February 3, 2019

Yes: (N.A) The classic saying that parents know their child best does not fade away as their child approaches adulthood. Teenagers tend to feel that their opinion is always correct, but although parents...

Is “Baby It’s Cold Outside” Demeaning Women? (FACEOFF)

Jayden Woodfall and Chloe Gallivan December 17, 2018

Yes: (J.W) Public outcry has called for the Christmas tune, “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” to be removed from all radio stations. The 1940’s classic song by Frank Loesser, an award-winning broadway...

Should Science Classes Be Required? (FACEOFF)

Jane Heise and Jack Meyer November 30, 2018

YES: (J.H) Standard high school science classes provide basic knowledge to all future leaders of America. They can educate students on current worldwide issues such as climate change and sexually-transmitted...

Are School ID’s Necessary? (FACEOFF)

Chloe Gallivan and Nicole Markus November 28, 2018

Yes: (C.G) As a non-uniform school, Palmetto needs some form of identification. IDs make it possible for faculty to quickly and easily identify who enters and exits the school, making it important to...

Should FLVS Take up a Class Period? (FACEOFF)

Lindsey Solomon and Nicole Markus November 22, 2018

Yes: (L.S) The bell rings at 7:20 a.m. and every Miami Palmetto Senior High Student gets ready to start their day except the FLVS students still at home. The bell also rings at 1:15 p.m., and students...

Should Elementary School Students Have Cell Phones? (FACEOFF)

Lindsey Solomon and Jane Heise October 23, 2018

Yes: (L.S) As the years go on, the use of technology continues to increase within all age groups. In society, it is the younger children who have now gained a fascination over the use of phones, iPads...

Is it Worth it To Take Out Student Loans? (FACEOFF)

Joanna Salvat and Isabel Wilder October 22, 2018

Yes: (J.S) The issue of student loans plays a big factor when interpreting whether or not investing money into something will pay off in the long run. The average four-year college tuition in America...

What’s Better, Online or Print? (FACEOFF)

Gemma Torras and Allison Strasius October 12, 2018

YES (G.T) In our tech-centric world, there are times in which we all need a way to unplug. Our print newspaper issues are the best way to delve into student journalism at Palmetto Senior High. To...

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