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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

Morgan Matthews '28

Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor

This is Morgan’s second year as part of the Panther Press staff. She’s taking on the role of Detours Editor and is so excited to see what the publication can accomplish this year. She is involved in many facets of Haven life and enjoys playing tennis, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family in her free time.

All content by Morgan Matthews ’28
Dr. Russell Johnston

Meet our new Superintendent

Dr. Russell Johnston shares his first impressions and plans, and hopes to build a strong community.
The concerts coming to Philly this summer, sorted by genre.

Sounds of summer—upcoming Philly concerts

The hottest concerts, spanning all sorts of genres, coming to Philly these upcoming summer months.
Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor
Jun 5, 2025
A colorfully unique flight of tacos.

Departure offers shareable, tapas-style experience in Media

A new restaurant spices up South Orange Street with an international culinary twist. Just avoid the caprese salad.
Seniors Amber Motsch and Kate Fox display some of the pieces they have made in AP Art.

AP Art and Design students discuss portfolio completion

Students in the year-long class share insight on their progression throughout the course.
Some of the 2025-2026 Student Council candidates who stopped by the photo studio just before the election.

Student Council candidates share ideas, goals

Those elected will form Strath Haven’s student government for the 2025-2026 school year.
A bookshelf (Adobe Stock)

OPINION: Reading doesn’t suck, you’re just choosing the wrong books

Reading is a sore spot for many students, but it doesn’t have to be. It all depends on your attitude.
Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor
Feb 28, 2025
The counseling office experiences a rare quiet moment on Wednesday, February 26, as administrative assistant Mrs. Debbie Seifrit works on paperwork after school. (K. Plows)

Students navigate counselors taking on entire grades

New counseling system switches things up for staff and students, with each counselor taking responsibility for a grade.

Silvertones prepare for Singing Valentines

Strath Haven’s halls will soon be filled with infectiously positive attitudes and songs from the Silvertones.
Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor
Feb 12, 2025
ILLUSTRATION (Background photo via rawpixel, Creative Commons License 1.0 Universal)

Top ten streaming shows to escape the winter blahs

This list of entertainment perfection is a sweet escape from all the problems that you are hoping to avoid.
Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor
Feb 11, 2025
Rex Storch Memorial Swim-a-Thon participants pose for a photo on January 18.

PHOTOS: Annual Rex Storch Memorial Swim-a-Thon fundraises to fight cancer

Community members took part in a day of swim and dive events to raise money for cancer research.
President Donald Trump addresses the crowd at Target Center in Minneapolis, MN, for his 2020 presidential campaign rally on October 10, 2019. PHOTO: Nikolas Liepins / NSPA Archives

Staff discusses effects of possible US Department of Education dismantlement

On January 20, when President Donald Trump takes office for his second term, some policies and protections may change. 
Willow Huellemeier shares a photo from a day spent skimboarding at the beach. Dewey Beach provided the perfect weather for riding the waves. PHOTO: Willow Huellemeier '28

Skimboarding rides wave of rising popularity to Strath Haven

Rising popularity of the sport is credited to accessibility and approachability for anyone seeking ways to stay active.
Morgan Matthews ’28, Detours Editor
Dec 17, 2024
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