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"So Close to What" was released on all music platforms on Friday, February 21, including Spotify-- where it has accumulated millions of streams and dedicated listeners.
ALBUM REVIEW: Tate McRae’s “So Close to What” album slays with catchy and empowering songs
Evelynn Lin '25, Editor-in-Chief • Mar 17, 2025
The bench (and crowd) reacts to a Panther bucket during the PIAA 5A playoff game against Radnor on Thursday, March 12, electrifying the gym's atmosphere.
PHOTOS: Girls basketball team pulls through in nail-biting overtime playoff win
Savvas Zeibekis '26, Reporter • Mar 13, 2025
The team shares a pregame huddle before the PIAA District 1 5A state playoff game.
PHOTOS: Blowout win pushes girls basketball team to round 2 of state playoffs
Savvas Zeibekis '26, Reporter • Mar 9, 2025
Panther Press members sit in a circle in the photo studio of room 223 as they await a meeting with principal Mr. Andrew Benzing in an afternoon meeting on Tuesday, January 14.
Panther Press members reflect on scholastic journalism to celebrate SJW2025
Matthew Ramirez '26, Managing Editor of Web • Mar 4, 2025
While reading to junior Keegan Mansor, junior Ainsley Sullivan reads a detail that makes Mansor and junior Josie Wieland smile.
PHOTOS: Student Council hosts annual Red Cross blood drive
Mark Ball '26, Reporter • Mar 3, 2025
Haven Happenings
Team members take a team photo mid-tournament on Saturday, February 1.
PHOTOS: Strath Haven Speech and Debate team flourishes in Pennsbury Falcon Invitational
Savvas Zeibekis '26, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
ILLUSTRATION. Portrait provided by Kathleen Sherman. Pho
THE WALL: CFO discusses participation in music programs, switch to financial career
Mark Ball '26, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
Each team member has a Mock Trial binder to keep track of their resources.
Mock Trial competes at Penn Tournament, shares experiences
Evie Fernandez ’27 and Anabella Larin ’27 • Feb 28, 2025
On Friday, February 5th, a DCTS representative, Shannon Mathews, gave a presentation to freshman and sophomores, informing them about the tech school programs and encouraging them to apply.
Delaware County Technical School (DCTS) offers alternative pathways, opportunities for students
Darcey Strachan '28 and Fiona Seale '28 • Feb 28, 2025
Illustration, 2025-2026 Silver Guide (Staff)
New year, new opportunities
Dyllan Leaf '28, Kate Santee '28, Clark Kerkstra '27, Claire Salera '27, Anabella Larin '27, and Darcey Strachan '28 • Feb 28, 2025
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Sports
The trophy cases outside the library contain gymnastics trophies from the old team.
Should Haven bring back the gymnastics team?
Zoe Likely ’25, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
Katie Stack in her uniform for Worlds. (Provided by Katie Stack)
ATHLETE OF THE ISSUE: Katie Stack, Ultimate Frisbee 
Lavanya Dixit ’27, Sports Editor • Feb 28, 2025
After their April 6, 2024 victory over Radnor, varsity baseball players run to the outfield to celebrate their win and listen to Coach Brian Fili's feedback on the game.
Spring sports season eagerly awaited
Lavanya Dixit ’27 and Anabella Larin ’27 • Feb 28, 2025
Members of the Strath Haven Sparkle Cheerleading Team perform at the Haven Cheer Challenge on December 7. (K. Plows)
Sparkle Cheer Team offers inclusive opportunities for cheerleading
Joya Nath ’28, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
The Eagles Mascot, Swoop, waves to fans at City Hall on February 14.
PHOTOS: Haven reacts to Eagles Super Bowl LIX win
Matteo Ventresca '25, Editor-in-Chief • Feb 26, 2025
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Arts & Entertainment
The Haven Marching Band drum majors salute to the crowd at the home opener against Radnor on September 13 before the start of the halftime show.
Wallingford Swarthmore Music Association works behind the scenes to support Panther music departments
Fiona Seale ’28, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
Sophomore Matthew Traverso solos on the saxophone at the Penncrest Jazz Night on February 1.
Students perform at annual Penncrest Jazz Night
Giana Gliko ’26, Contributor • Feb 28, 2025
Strath Haven’s display at the DCCC Regional High School Art Show
Delaware County Community College hosts annual art show
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours & Opinions Editor  • Feb 28, 2025
Press-on nails that senior Mina Ke designed for herself and her friends in the past. (Images provided by Mina Ke)
FEATURED ARTIST:  Nail art brings Mina Ke source of inspiration
Josie Wieland ’26, Arts Editor • Feb 28, 2025
This is an AI-generated surrealist painting from Canva's "Dream Lab" feature. PROMPT: "Create a surrealist painting."
AI is growing: How will it affect artists in the future?
Eli Graves ’26, Contributor • Feb 27, 2025
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Opinions
Students socialize outiside of the main staircase on the second floor at the begininng of fifth block on Wednesday, February 5. Students utilize fifth block time to connect with music, extracurriculars, and academics.
EDITORIAL: Students need space during fifth block
Editorial Board • Feb 28, 2025
A bookshelf (Adobe Stock)
OPINION: Reading doesn’t suck, you’re just choosing the wrong books
Morgan Matthews '28, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
In preparation for finals, a student studies their class materials. Fall semester finals took place on January 15-16.
Post finals review: What can be improved?
Claire Salera ’27, Detours & Opinions Editor • Feb 28, 2025
The AirPods craze is real, and for good reason. From the AirPods Pro 2 to the premium AirPods Max model, Apple dominates the mass-market audio scene.
AirPods are the invention of the century
Matthew Ramirez ’26, Managing Editor of Web • Feb 28, 2025
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION (Staff)
REVIEW: Grammys 2025 provides innovative artists and controversial moments
Fiona Seale '28, Reporter • Feb 28, 2025
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Health and Sciences
ICE is a caffinated drink that students can grab from the fridges in the cafeteria, available in flavors inclduing watermelon, blackberry, and strawberry.
Energy drinks or energy drain?
Lavanya Dixit ’27, Sports Editor • Feb 28, 2025
CAFETERIA CHOICES • Every day, students eat in the cafeteria during their lunch time. A daily salad bar provides some healthy options.
Fueling body and mind: the power of nutrition for daily life
Rebecca Knob '28, Contributor • Dec 17, 2024
STUDY SCENE • Environmental Science textbook sits open with glasses and a pen.
Students reflect on study habits, how to improve
Dyllan Leaf ’28, Reporter • Dec 17, 2024
BLOCKING OUT THE WORLD • Sophomore Veronica King gets a sense of satisfaction from immersing herself in Block Blast during school.
Block Blast game captivates student body, affects brain chemistry
Lavanya Dixit ’27 and Claire Salera ’27 • Dec 17, 2024
The northern lights shine above Rose Tree Park in Media, PA on October 10, 2024.
Northern lights leave impact on school community
Mia Fagone '26, Health & Sciences Editor • Dec 6, 2024
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Detours
ILLUSTRATION: “Throne of Glass” by Sarah J. Maas (Bloomsbury Publishing), “One Dark Window” by Rachel Gillig (Orbit), “The Inmate” by Freida McFadden (Poisoned Pen Press), “World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments” by Aimee Nezhukumatathil (Milkweed Editions)
READING REVIEW: Students offer February book recommendations
Evie Fernandez ’27, Haven Happenings Editor • Feb 28, 2025
Mr. Peterson stands with a smile beside his 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
CAR TALK: English teacher shares origin story, memories with his Volkswagen Beetle
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief  • Feb 28, 2025
Apple and Oats made by JJ Bohr. Photo provided by JJ Bohr
Recipe of the issue: Tantalus’s apple and oats
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours and Opinions Editor • Feb 28, 2025
February Playlist
Valentine’s Day Playlist
Claire Salera '27, Detours & Opinions Editor • Feb 28, 2025
February Crossword
February Crossword
Luci DiBonaventura ’25 , Detours and Opinions Editor • Feb 28, 2025
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PHOTOS: Hi-Q wins Delco championship in double overtime

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Early development of spring musical “Mamma Mia” sparks interest

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PHOTOS: Girls basketball team pulls through in nail-biting overtime playoff win

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