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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

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LETTER: Incoming superintendent greets students

Dr. Russell Johnston shared a letter to The Panther Press as an introduction to the student body.
Staff
Apr 30, 2025
A collection of college apparel sits, arranged together.

OPINION: DEI is essential to quality of education

In a time where diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are quickly fleeting, what do high school and college students have to lose?
Dyllan Leaf ’28, Reporter
Apr 30, 2025
During fifth block on Tuesday, April 8, students utilize the outdoor lunch tables to catch up on homework or wait for a ride. This is one of the many outdoor learning spaces that students have the ability to use.

OPINION: Outdoor learning is necessary during spring

With warmer temperatures and plenty of outdoor space, why are students stuck inside classrooms all day?
Claire Salera ’27, Detours & Opinions Editor
Apr 30, 2025
Boys' Track and Field head coach Glenn Venturini smiles at the camera at the Boys' Track Delco Championship on May 1, 2024.

OPINION: District should remember to do little things well

The old adage of the Cross Country and track coach provides valuable lessons for all in our district.
Clark Kerkstra ‘27, Haven Happenings Editor
Apr 30, 2025
A tree in Strath Haven towers over the ground, its full spring branches reaching to the sky.

OPINION: Political discrepancies, environmental challenges place Earth Day on back burner

Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, serves as a reminder of the urgent need to prioritize environmental issues. 
Morgan Matthews ’28, Reporter
Apr 30, 2025
The runners start the race at Haven's home meet on Wednesday, April 2 at George L. King Field.

OPINION: Overcrowded track, turf space inconveniences students

There must be a solution to making multiple sports teams share the track and turf every day.
Students celebrate at the yearbook distribution assembly on August 30, 2024 in the Strath Haven gymnasium.

EDITORIAL: New to WSSD? Here’s what you need to know about us.

Our letter to the incoming superintendent: We’re glad you’re here. Keep us quirky.
Editorial Board
Apr 30, 2025
On Friday, April 4, the spring skies were rainy and dreary following a rainstorm that caused power outages and a school cancellation.

OPINION: Spring is the worst season 

Spring leaves many, myself included, with allergy medicine in one hand and an umbrella in the other.  
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief 
Apr 29, 2025
Illustration | Stressed student on spring break.

OPINION: Spring break is not asynchronous time

Teachers should not assign work over spring break.
Kaitlyn Ho ’26, Managing Editor of Print
Mar 24, 2025
"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

I’ll keep comin’ back to listen to this album, like a revolving door.
Evelynn Lin ’25, Editor-in-Chief
Mar 17, 2025
Students rely on their phones for numerous purposes, and outright banning them is not the answer—even in the face of opposition.

EDITORIAL: A total phone ban is not a viable solution

You don't know what phones are really like at the high school if you're not a student.
Editorial Board
Mar 11, 2025
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

The library and cafeteria should not be the only places that allow students to gather daily. 
Editorial Board
Feb 28, 2025
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