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Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press
Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press
Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

The Panther Press
ILLUSTRATION (Nathalie Basilevsky ’28, Charlie Grueser ’28, Fiona Seale ’28, Cayla Gaffney ’29)
Mrs. Sheryl Ursillo. Provided by Lifeshot.
Snow covers the Providence Road sidewalk on the way to the school, making it difficult for students who walk to get to school. Multiple snowstorms over winter this year resulted in three snow days and necessitated the extension of the school year.
Science teacher Ms. Elisabeth Bomstein shows off one of her favorite tattoos among a growing collection of 16: a detailed fig plant and fig wasps. Bomstein has been inspired by nature and important experiences throughout her tattoo journey, with other notable pieces including floral back piece and a commemoration of past dog.
The Junior Book Award recipients pose with the books they won at the ceremony on May 26 in the library.
A student reaches for her alarm. A Panther Press survey of 267 students showed that only 1.1% of students were getting more than 9 hours of sleep.
Provided by David Hackett.
A student looks at Google's AI Overview of AI's downsides for students.
ILLUSTRATION: The seniors' Google accounts will be deleted on June 12. Students can choose to save their files by transferring them to a personal google account or by downloading an archive. Chromebooks must be returned or seniors will face fines.
Kasey O'Sullivan (11) poses at Swarthmore Swim Club, where she plans to spend much of her summer working as a lifeguard. Provided by Ashley Robinson.
Writers return to Haven after the competition.
Seniors reach for signing booklets and pens before entering the cafeteria for Senior Breakfast on May 29. The booklet design connects to the 2026 yearbook theme of 'Lock In.'
Maddison Douglas (12) gathers soil for her plant at Wellness Wednesday on May 20.
Casper Stockman (12) and music teacher Mr. Nicholas Pignataro bust out the moves during the Homecoming Pep Rally on Oct. 17.
Haven students represent their culture through the international day performance in the auditorium on the 1st of May. Despite time constraints, international day continued it's tradition of vibrant performances accompanied by lighting and music.
Vincent Zhu (12) and Earvin Yi (11) compete at the Speech and Debate home meet on Oct. 11.
High schoolers and preschoolers gather around the carpet for circle time. This is one of the many activities that occurs in the preschool.
Student Council 2026-2027
Students paint rocks during lunch on May 1, the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month. The event was created five years ago to help spread creativity and kindness throughout the school community. "[The event lets] students showcase...anything that represents spreading positivity to their peers, to their friends, to themselves," behavioral health counselor and organizer of the event Ms. Marlena O'Kane said.
ILLUSTRATION
Ms. DeJuana Mosley, Ms. Stefanie Christy, and Ms,.Jana Arentsen from the business office present on the preliminary 2026-2027 budget during the facilities committee meeting on Tuesday, April 21. The proposed budget requires the district to drain millions of its reserves, a necessity that alarmed some board members.
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The Wall
Provided by David Hackett.
THE WALL: Attorney, Duke graduate discusses career, community involvement in service and athletics 
Mark Ball ’26, Reporter
Provided by Zinzi Clemmons.
THE WALL: Author, professor, and Brown graduate discusses South African background, writing career 
Mark Ball ’26, Reporter
Jeannine Osayande, Swarthmore High School Class of 1979 | Provided by Jeannine Osayande
THE WALL: Professor discusses preservation of African traditions 
Mark Ball '26, Reporter
Provided by David Splain.
THE WALL: Police chief discusses career 
Mark Ball ’26, Reporter
Dr. Mark Stephens. Provided by Dr. Mark Stephens.
THE WALL: Physician describes influence of high school on medical career
Mark Ball '26, Reporter
Featured Classes
High schoolers and preschoolers gather around the carpet for circle time. This is one of the many activities that occurs in the preschool.
FEATURED CLASS: Childhood offers teaching opportunities, career exploration
Darcey Strachan ’28, Haven Happenings Editor
Students present their freshly made belgian waffles. Provided by Ms. Jennifer Zanoni.
FEATURED CLASS: Global Foods lets students explore cultural diversity through cuisine
Jane Yau ’29, Reporter
Dylan Ching (12) carefully sculpts an insect-shaped vessel in AP 3D Art. Ching drew inspiration from ancient Chinese themes to develop his AP Portfolio.
FEATURED CLASS: AP 3D Art and Design offers creativity, independence
Gigi Detweiler ’28, Reporter
AP Psychology textbook provided to Haven students.
FEATURED CLASS: AP Psychology supports dialogue, career discussions
Gigi Detweiler ’28 and Mia Taub ’28
Government and Politics
The phone caddies, which were implemented this year, wouldn't be used anymore if the Bill is passed.
House bill poses bell-to-bell phone ban if passed
Izzy Boland '29 and Josselyn Dixon ’29
Junior Henry Hewitt presents his case during the debate portion of the Senator for a Day program on March 12, 2026.
Students attend ‘Senator for a Day’ program, learn about government, legislation
Evie Fernandez ’27, Managing Editor of Print
New Mayor of Swarthmore, Conlen Booth, poses for a headshot. Provided by Conlen Booth.
Swarthmore elects Haven alumnus Conlen Booth as new mayor
Morgan Matthews '28, Detours Editor
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