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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

An array of nutritious salad options await hungry students in the cafeteria.

Nutrition essential for maintaining healthy high school lifestyle

In addition to supporting physical health, healthy nutrition in teens is proven to increase performance in school and other activities. 
Claire Salera ’27, Haven Happenings Editor
Nov 7, 2025
Papers overfill the trash bin, symbolizing the lack of commitment that students have to recycle.

Green Haven aims to recycle, improve environment

Students at Haven are working together to improve recycling efforts and find better ways to care for the environment. 
Minori Saito (12) works tirelessly at her internship at UPenn on June 19. Provided by Minori Saito.

Students in Science: Senior explores microbiology, participates in influenza research

Minori Saito, hoping to eventually enter the field of science post-graduation, partook in a research lab at Stemmler Hall.
Darcey Strachan ’28, Haven Happenings Editor
Nov 7, 2025
Seniors Orli Schoff, Sonya Blum, and Melanie Foca utilize micropipettes in Biotechnology. Micropipettes are often used to experiment with gene expression to help create mRNA vaccines. (PHOTO: Mr. Tim Styer)

mRNA research funding freeze sparks concern in science community

As federal funding for mRNA research dwindles, educators warn that the cut could lead to a slowdown of innovation, and encourage a call to action. 
ILLUSTRATION, Canva

Mythbusters: How much energy does AI really use?

From image generating to answering text queries, the demand of AI is rising. Is this convenience worth the environmental impact?
Robotics Team members tinker with the wires of their new driving robot during a fifth block.

Robotics team gears up for school year

Haven’s robotics team shares how they are prepping for another active year of building and competing.
Joya Nath ‘28, Reporter
Nov 7, 2025
Although Kissing Bugs may resemble many other bugs physically, it can be deadly.

Kissing bug reports emphasize importance of outdoor awareness

These blood-feeding insects serve as a reminder to stay educated and aware of the potential hazards in nature.
Lavanya Dixit ’27, Health and Sciences Editor
Nov 3, 2025
A mess of college preparation and application materials. A huge collection of college prep resources is common for many stressed high school students who are overwhelmed with their academic responsibilities.

PERSPECTIVE: The Common App-ocalypse 

In a world that can feel loaded with pressure, learning how to better manage your college application stress can be a lifesaver. 
Senior AP Art student Pearl Tweedy's work "EATING THE NEW MATCHA DUBAI CHOCOLATE LABUBU CRUMBL COOKIE" explores the impact of microtrends on our everyday lives. | Illustration: Pearl Tweedy '26

OPINION: Labubus to landfill, overconsumption contributes to climate change

What’s trendy on social media doesn’t always make it a necessity, and buying that new obsession may have a bigger cost than you think.
Eli Graves ’26, Reporter
Sep 26, 2025
Students gather for the THINK lab internship over the summer. The THINK lab helped the participants in the program learn more about immunology. |  Provided by Andre Fan

STUDENTS IN SCIENCE: Senior eyes healthier future through immunology

Andre Fan, who recently interned at a Penn lab, has loved science since he was young.
Josselyn Dixon ’29, Reporter
Sep 26, 2025
Students may find themselves relying on AI to complete simple, daily assignments. MIT's study on ChatGPT's effect on the human brain, however, found that this habit comes with a cognitive sacrifice.

Recent research reveals ChatGPT affects brain functioning

A study by MIT indicates that using ChatGPT alters the way the brain responds to a prompt.
Crozer's abrupt closure left the community with many gaps to fill. The community is looking for ways to make up for the absence of the healthcare center.

Crozer Health closure impacts community, affects students

After the healthcare provider and employer closed, former employees find themselves struggling to find new employment, and the community struggles to make up for the loss of services.
Lavanya Dixit ’27, Health and Sciences Editor
Sep 26, 2025
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