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Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press

Student teacher Ms. Samantha MacFarlane conducts the wind ensemble in their piece "Caribana Afterparty" during the band and orchestra concert on March 19. The song, along with many others, followed a theme of beginnings, middles, and ends-- highlighting the beauty of the mundane, every day things.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Band and orchestra winter concert spotlights songs of beginnings, middles, ends

The symphonic band, wind ensemble, and string and symphony orchestras presented a semester’s worth of music to the community.  
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 21, 2025
Sophomore Matthew Traverso solos on the saxophone at the Penncrest Jazz Night on February 1.

Students perform at annual Penncrest Jazz Night

Band members discuss jazz music and Strath Haven’s third year attending the Penncrest Jazz Night.
Giana Gliko ’26, Contributor
Feb 28, 2025
LEFT: A vintage patterened Phillies jersey sewn by Mr. Pat Keaveney. RIGHT: Mr. Pat Keaveney wears his iconic Strath Haven suit. (Images provided by Mr. Pat Keaveney)

TEACHER CREATIONS: Mr. Patrick Keaveney sews wardrobe of creative attire

History teacher Mr. Patrick Keaveney showcases school spirit and sports fandom through his sewing work.
Josie Wieland ’26, Arts Editor
Feb 28, 2025
Strath Haven’s display at the DCCC Regional High School Art Show

Delaware County Community College hosts annual art show

Exhibit featured recognition by college faculty.
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours & Opinions Editor 
Feb 28, 2025
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

The parent and volunteer-run organization works to enrich student musicians’ lives, make WSSD music more accessible, and enable programs to do important work in the community.
Fiona Seale ’28, Reporter
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

With each intricate design that Ke creates, her press-on nails are transformed.
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?

As AI continues to learn and get better at generating images, there could be both positive and negative impacts on the work and lives of artists.
Eli Graves ’26, Contributor
Feb 27, 2025
Sophomore Connor Smith, who plays Pepper, sings his line as junior Lily Newport, who plays Tanya, glances over during the musical number "Does Your Mother Know?" during the Mamma Mia! rehearsal on Wednesday, February 19, in the Strath Haven Auditorium.

Spring musical “Mamma Mia!” will soon hit the stage

The cast and crew discuss what the community can expect from Haven’s upcoming production.
Dyllan Leaf ’28, Reporter
Feb 27, 2025
The string orchestra perform their pieces "Scarf Dance" by Chaminade from Callirhoe arr. Longfield and "Lakay" by Ducasse to an audience filled with family and friends on December 20. Their music was derived from the French-speaking world and like the choral pieces, followed a nostalgic home theme.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Haven chorus, orchestra showcase winter concert to community

After rehearsals and preparations that began in August, Haven’s orchestra and choral department performed for family and friends. 
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief
Dec 23, 2024
Sophomore Claire Salera, junior Orli Schoff, freshman Angel Gonzalez, sophomore Leah Reece, junior Norah Magargee, and sophomore Madeline Garson dance to "Sleigh Ride" during the winter Dance Haven showcase in the auditorium. The showcase took place on December 13 in the auditorium. "I think it went really well. I think we had a lot of choreographers, and a lot of people trying styles out of their comfort zones, which is really cool," Salera said. "I think it was a really successful show and a lot of people came out to support us, which was good."

Dance Haven winter showcase offers fun, festive performances

Members had the opportunity to show off their hard work for family and friends at the annual winter recital.
Joya Nath ’28, Reporter
Dec 18, 2024

PHOTOS, VIDEO: All aboard “The Polar Express”: Orchestra performs in themed hallway

The second floor transformed into a festive fifth block pop-up concert.
Matthew Ramirez ’26, Managing Editor of Web
Dec 18, 2024
MAKING BEATS • Saylor dabbles around with music software while practicing in his at-home studio.

FEATURED ARTIST: Quinten Saylor shares genuine passion for music

Senior uses an array of musical outlets to express his creativity.
Kate Santee ’28, Reporter
Dec 17, 2024
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