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The Panther Press

Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press

Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press

Incoming freshmen Meghan Kelly and Goita Lina Andriopoulos walk the final steps across the bridge, completing their journey to the high school.

PHOTOS: Bridge Crossing welcomes class of 2029 to high school

Incoming freshmen start a new chapter of their lives, welcomed with annual traditions and awards.
Seniors celebrate as they throw their caps into the air during the Class of 2025 Commencement at the Mirenda Center on June 6.

Graduation closes chapter for Haven class of 2025

After four years of dedication, the senior class of 2025 celebrated the end of an era at Neumann University.
The attendees and members of YAC and BSU pose for a group picture with Mrs. Harvey, the club's advisor, by their side.

PHOTOS: Students, teachers celebrate Juneteenth with poems, art, awareness

The BSU and YAC collaborated for an event focused on fostering community pride and inviting participants into lively activities.
Dr. Russell Johnston

Meet our new Superintendent

Dr. Russell Johnston shares his first impressions and plans, and hopes to build a strong community.
Photo Illustration

About the Box

For our June feature, we spoke to seniors about their activities and memories from their Haven experience. Click on the links below to read their stories.
Staff
Jun 5, 2025
Science teacher Mr. John Lincke excitedly calls on a student during a Friday brain teaser day.

Lincke reflects on 23 years of teaching, learning from Haven community

Mr. Lincke is departing from Haven after over two decades of teaching biology and anatomy.
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief
Jun 5, 2025
Mrs. Staci Gawne poses in front of the whiteboard, teaching her students in a Spanish 3 class.

Gawne retires after many years of dedication

Mrs. Staci Gawne reflects on her years of teaching at Haven before departing for good.
Matteo Ventresca ’25, Editor-in-Chief
Jun 5, 2025
Ms. Patricia Sharpe

Special education teacher Ms. Patricia Sharpe prepares to retire

After a life of experience and helping others, Sharpe and students reflect on how they have learned from each others’ stories.
Giana Gliko ’26, Reporter
Jun 5, 2025
Ms. Paulette Slowik-Speaker smiles from an armchair in her classroom.

Slowik-Speaker highlights importance of experimentation, enjoying learning

Teacher shares experiences from years working at WSSD.
Evie Fernandez ’27, Haven Happenings Editor
Jun 5, 2025
Health and Physical Education teacher and football head coach Mr. Kevin Clancy addresses the football team after their 14-35 loss against Springfield on October 25. Clancy will step down from teaching but will continue to coach the football team.

Clancy retires from classroom, not gridiron

Mr. Kevin Clancy prepares to leave the classroom after 34 years, but not the game.
Matthew Ramirez ’26, Managing Editor of Web 
Jun 5, 2025
A phone caddy hangs on the wall in room 202. Since the start of the spring semester, students put their phones in the pockets during class time.

Students react to new phone policy as administration plans implementation

A second read of Policy 237, the electronic device policy, was approved at the April 28 school board meeting along with its accompanying administrative regulation.
Clark Kerkstra ’27, Haven Happenings Editor
Jun 5, 2025
Herr Paul presents on the German exchange during a meeting.

Haven prepares for German exchange trip

June trip will reunite hosts and exchange students.
Roland Rennick-Zuefle ’27, Contributor
Jun 5, 2025
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