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Mrs. Katelynn Reichard directs the band in their warmups as they get ready to clean-up some songs. “Playing music was my favorite part of the day in middle school and that hasn’t changed now in high school,” Freshman Ava Orlowsky said.

Preparations for the Spring Band Concert Performance

Maya Johnson, Staffer • April 27, 2023

The PAHS Concert Band has two concerts, one held in the winter and one held in the spring. The pieces range from many different genres and difficulty levels. The spring concert song lineup includes: Sweeney...

Above, Mr. Adrian Portland stands next to the old equipment that has been in use since it was installed in 1966. PAHS is 1 of the four schools in Pennsylvania that have their own planetarium, and observatory.

Planetarium receives upgrade

Chase Teresavage, Staffer • April 24, 2023

Astronomy and Biology teacher Mr. Adrian Portland is an out-of-this-world teacher at PAHS. He is currently awaiting the renovation for the planetarium, which is the only school in Schuylkill County to...

Mr. Smink is reviewing with his AP Lang. class on what to expect on the AP Language and Composition test. The AP Language and Composition test will consist of material that was taught throughout the class, along with writing prompts for students.

Testing to Wrap up the Year for Students

Alex Blum, Staffer • April 20, 2023

As the weather becomes warmer, students begin spending their time outside, and the end of the year is quickly  approaching. The end of the school year allocates time for state testing, such as Keystones,...

Signs were installed outside of each room for safety. In the case of any emergency or drill these room numbers allow you to see where each class room is located.

Gun Violence at School

Maya Johnson, Staffer • April 13, 2023

Safety at school is the number one priority for both students and staff. There are a lot of worst-case scenarios that could happen at any given school, which is why it’s important for students to feel...

The Easter Bunny waves to the students at John S. Clarke. The students lined up to receive candy, and did various other activities. Volunteers from Pottsville Area High School helped with the festivities.

How Does PAHS Celebrate Easter?

Alex Blum, Staffer • March 28, 2023

As the seasons are changing into Spring, students have their last early dismissal until May 26, 2023. Easter day this year will be Sunday, April 9, and students will be dismissed for their half day on...

The French nominees walk up onto the stage and await their ceremony. The family and friends of the French 3 and French 4 students watch as they get inducted into the National Foreign Language Honor Society.

Foreign Language Week

Chase Teresavage, Staffer • March 22, 2023

On the week of Monday, March 6 to Friday, March 10, the Pottsville Area High School held foreign language week. To start off the week, on Monday night a ceremony was held at 6:30 in the high school auditorium.  At...

There are a variety of flavors that Sughr has to offer. Pictured, is a red velvet cupcake filled with cream cheese and topped with cream cheese frosting.

New Bakery comes to Minersville

Faith Younker, Staffer • March 12, 2023

Sughr & Company celebrated its grand opening last month at Kings Village Plaza in Minersville. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted by the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce. “I heard a few people...

PAHS Crimson Players, Annabella Chalkos and Mr. Portland rehearsed a scene from “Guys and Dolls.” They sang the song “Fugue for the Tinhorns.”

Drama Club Prepares for Upcoming Show

Maya Johnson, Staffer • March 10, 2023

Pottsville Area High School’s drama club is looking to rock the boat this year with their spring musical, “Guys and Dolls.” The musical is a two hour and a half long play that tells the...

Mr. Richard Fries rehearsed “Lawrence of Arabia” on Friday, the day before the concert. “It was a really fun experience to be able to play exciting and challenging music with Mr. Fries because he is a great conductor who knows how to get a band going. The county band students were extremely lucky to have him,” said senior Angelina Madonna.

Schuylkill County Band Musicians Come Together

Maya Johnson, Staffer • March 7, 2023

Great sounds of music were heard from the Watcher Auditorium at PAHS. The Schuylkill County Band Festival has concluded. The Festival consists of all the schools in Schuylkill County coming together, and...

The recent vaping epidemic targets teens and public high schools are making efforts to try to combat this viral issue. Recently, vape detectors were installed and had been used by many schools, including STC.The vape detectors detect all types of smoke and vapor and send a text message to the phones of teachers and administrators.

PAHS combats the vaping issue

Genesis Harrison, Staffer • March 1, 2023

Vaping has risen to a statewide crisis and created an epidemic in America. Vaping has been an nationwide issue but since recently teens have been using their harmful practice in schools; According to National...

Students received chocolate roses on Valentines day sent by friends. The roses were sold by the PAHS club AID.

Valentine’s Day celebrated at PAHS and JSC

Faith Younker, Staffer • February 24, 2023

At PAHS, AID, the school's sorority sold chocolate roses for students and staff to buy for each other. Mrs. Meredith Pellish is the advisor of AID and this is her eighth year of advising the club. “My...

Students attended the gold out game to support their basketball team, show their school spirit, and support a good cause.

Mini Thon held annual Gold Out

Faith Younker, Staffer • February 10, 2023

The Gold Out was Friday, February 3, 2023 at Martz Hall. The event took place during the boys’ varsity basketball game against Blue Mountain. At the Gold Out the students wore their custom-made...

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