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Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

Panther Press

Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

Panther Press

Luci DiBonaventura '25

Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours & Opinions Editor

Luci is a senior and this is her fourth year writing for the Panther Press. She also runs the Literary Art Magazine and in her free time likes to play piano, paint and dance.

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Perspective: A balancing act of stress and success

Perspective: A balancing act of stress and success

Students cope with stress over academics and extracurriculars in Strath Haven’s competitive environment.
Graphic of step by step procedure students were shown the day of the shake out drill.

Haven practices earthquake drill

School starts shaking things up.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Nov 8, 2024
Snicker Brownies made by Scar Kenyon.

RECIPE RECOMMENDATION: Snicker Brownies

Decadent brownies are sure to delight.
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Nov 8, 2024
November Crossword

November Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Nov 8, 2024
Zesty, Festy Hat • Senior Ella DiBonaventura wears the freshly baked tortilla hat with guacamole.

RECIPE RECOMMENDATION: Tortilla Chip Hat

Zesty and festy.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Sep 30, 2024
CARTOON: Real or Fake?

Social media leads to political misinformation

With the upcoming election, concerns arise of false information distorting political perceptions.
September Crossword

September Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Sep 30, 2024
Sophomores Julia Smirnova and Audrey Sill paint the Haven Cheer paw print on April 28.

PHOTOS: Students paint senior sidewalk with pawprints

Haven Helps brings back their annual paw printing painting on April 28, with students from different clubs painting their unique designs.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Jun 6, 2024
Photo Illustration / Class of 2024 wrote themselves letters during their freshman year for them to receive near the end of their senior year.

Seniors reflect on freshman year letters

As seniors prepare to graduate, many are reflecting on their journeys from freshman year to now.
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: Charlie Detweiler's postcard invitation / An attendee to the opening views Detweiler's paintings. PHOTO: Michelle Ding '24

Artist Charlie Detweiler takes the spotlight with George Slick Showcase

In just one room, junior artist displays a whole community through his art.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Jun 6, 2024
June Crossword

June Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours Editor
Jun 6, 2024
 "Eat Me Cookies" baked by Roxy Shelton '27.

Recipe of the Issue: Alice in Wonderland “Eat Me” cookies

At a recent Foodie Friends meeting, everyone brought different foods from movies. Check out the winner’s recipe below.
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours Editor
Apr 30, 2024
Sophomore Josie Wieland looks at her creation in the new magazine.

Jabberwocky releases winter edition

Literary magazine reflects student creativity.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Apr 30, 2024
The dance floor was crowded, but perfect for friends to celebrate together.

Junior Prom hosted at Kings Mills

There may not have been a junior prom queen or king, but there sure were a lot of “Dancing Queens” on the dance floor. 
Recipe of the Issue: Alice in Wonderland “Eat Me” cookies

Recipe of the Issue: Alice in Wonderland “Eat Me” cookies

At a recent Foodie Friends meeting, everyone brought different foods from movies. Check out the winner’s recipe below.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Apr 30, 2024
Book cover of Legally Blonde by Amanda Brown

OPINION: Elle Woods would have gotten into Harvard Law

The ongoing debate between Panther Press staff members ends, as the movie “Legally Blonde” was based on a true story.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Apr 30, 2024
February Crossword

February Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Feb 28, 2024
The Speech and Debate team all smile with their awards in hand after the La Salle competition on December 9, 2023.

Speech and Debate members recap season, describe events

The team’s season involved a winning record and plenty of new friendships.
romcom

[Photo] Top 10 Rom-Com Movies

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Feb 13, 2024
A cluttered desk full of homework does not leave much time for creative expression.

OPINION: How school kills creativity

I would have thought of a more creative title but I couldn’t.
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Detours Editor
Dec 21, 2023
December Crossword

December Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Dec 21, 2023
ILLUSTRATION: Elle Woods

OPINION: Would Elle Woods have gotten into Harvard?

An argument at a staff meeting leads to a face-off between friends.
Juniors Zoe Likely,senior Francesca Clark, and junior Emily Reillyrecruit at the activities fair.

Club Unite For HER raises awareness for breast and ovarian cancer

The newly formed club, “Unite For HER” plans to demonstrate a deeper meaning behind the color pink.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Oct 31, 2023
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: Staff

Top 10 Halloween Movies

This Halloween movie extravaganza list will leave you with chills and thrills! 
Luci DiBonaventura ’25, Reporter 
Oct 31, 2023
September Crossword

September Crossword

Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Sep 28, 2023
Juniors Lanie and Amy Clark reach for each other’s hands during their duet at the Dance Haven show on May 19.

Dance Haven showcases talent and unity 

Dance Haven’s recent performance captivated the audience with an array of dance styles.
Luci DiBonaventura ‘25, Reporter
Jun 8, 2023
Instagram images provided by featured student creators. Follow @genzjewelz and @josiefusions to see more.

Students run businesses, demonstrate entrepreneurship

Students prove with their inventive creations that it’s never too early to become entrepreneurs.
Seeing art in the hallways can spark curiosity and imagination, encouraging students to think more deeply and creatively about the world around them.

OPINION: Display more art in school community

Students and teachers express their appreciation for the art displayed in the hallways and want more.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Feb 26, 2023
Header image from Kone's website https://gen-z-jewelz.square.site/

Senior designs jewelry

Senior Aïssata Koné hopes to continue selling items in college and beyond.
Some of freshman Josie Wieland's jewelry designs, from her Facebook page.

Freshman fuses glass

Freshman creates glass jewelry and novelties using kiln in her basement.
CARTOON

OPINION: Self defense should be taught in school

Far from a ‘fight club,’ self defense training could have important benefits for students.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Dec 22, 2022
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