PHS Journalism

Senior Spotlight: Riley George

Senior Spotlight: Riley George

Jayda Logan, Reporter May 7, 2020

Riley George, senior, plans to attend MidAmerica Nazarene University with a cheer scholarship to study nursing. George has always had a passion for helping and caring for people. “I have always wanted...

Cara Folsom poses for her senior picture and in her prom dress. Folsom plans to major in psychology.

Senior Spotlight: Cara Folsom

Emma Johnson, Public relations manager May 7, 2020

Cara Folsom said her fondest memory in high school would be the connections she made with her teachers: one in particular. “I was in their special education department. I instantly connected with Mrs....

Students prepare for AP exams even with stay-at-home ordered. Pictured are Skylar Markovich and Tabitha Cantrell, juniors.

Students prep for AP exams in history, math

Macayla Enman, Managing editor May 7, 2020

Even with the stay-at-home order and moving to online classes, nothing stopped the AP Exam. However, Tabitha Cantrell, junior, said online classes are easier because she can get them done on her own...

Senior Spotlight: Shelby Ratner

Senior Spotlight: Shelby Ratner

Hannah Billesbach, Reporter May 6, 2020

What do you plan to do after high school? I plan on attending Bellus Academy in Manhattan, to get my cosmetology license. What is your inspiration for wanting to do this? I was inspired by my modeling...

Senior Spotlight: Skyler Hughes

Senior Spotlight: Skyler Hughes

Carlie Stallbaumer, Senior portraits editor April 29, 2020

Senior Skyler Hughes is journalism’s organizational editor. When Skyler first heard about school closings she felt upset and worried. “My first reaction was the yearbook is not done yet,” said...

Letter to self: Katie-Bree Hodgson

Letter to self: Katie-Bree Hodgson

Katie-Bree Hodgson, Guest writer April 28, 2020

Dear Katie-Bree, Senior year was something you had dreamed about for a long time. It was the final chapter in being a kid. You were excited and nervous. It was a new school in a new town. The image of...

Senior Spotlight: Macayla Enman

Senior Spotlight: Macayla Enman

Emma Johnson, Public relations manager April 28, 2020

One of Macayla Enman’s, senior, fondest memories of high school was getting the chance to attend every single football and baseball game. She liked it not only because she got to take pictures and...

Senior Spotlight: Madison Bryant

Senior Spotlight: Madison Bryant

Lillian Davis, Reporter April 28, 2020

Madison Bryant, senior, has dreamed of being a labor and delivery nurse since she was a little girl. “I am going to be dedicated to reaching my future career goals so I can make the little girl I...

Senior Spotlight: Laurynn Shry

Senior Spotlight: Laurynn Shry

Katie Heger, Reporter April 27, 2020

Laurynn Shry, senior, has big plans for her future. She will be attending Pitt State University and will be majoring in Kinesiology, the study of human movement. “I just know I want to be able to...

Senior Spotlight: Grant Penn

Senior Spotlight: Grant Penn

Vanessa Berrey, Reporter April 27, 2020

Grant Penn, senior, plans to continue racing with Toyota Racing Development after graduation. Penn has raced since he was a little kid. “I fell in love with racing at a young age, and have been hooked...

Senior Karlie McMullin plans to become a nurse-midwife after college.

Senior Spotlight: Karlie McMullin

Vanessa Berrey, Reporter April 23, 2020

Karlie McMullin, senior, plans to attend JCCC to major in nursing. Her hope is to become a nurse-midwife. She was inspired to become a nurse because she loves to help people and brighten up their day with...

Senior Mason Hunter plans to continue his baseball career at MidAmerica Nazarene University while studying business administration.

Senior Spotlight: Mason Hunter

Carlie Stallbaumer, Senior portraits editor April 23, 2020

Mason Hunter has been playing baseball since the age of 4. This season would have been his senior and final season at Paola. However, because of schools closing, it has been cut short. “I was really...

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