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There was an earthquake drill on October 15, 2020. Several students are shown following procedures for an earthquake drill. Mr. Jeremiah Lynn (not pictured) said, “I feel that the drills are a necessary part of keeping everyone safe in our building.”

Weather drills at PAHS

Genesis Harrison, Staffer • November 13, 2020

At PAHS, there are certain drills that occur once every month. These drills are to ensure the safety of students and teachers. Weather drills are conducted twice every year, while fire drills occur only...

2020 National Honor Society induction ceremony

November 4, 2020

Join us for the Pottsville Area High School National Honor Society induction for the 2020-2021 school year.

Senior Kaleigh Sibbett is escorted down the track with her parents during senior night. Senior Night was held on Friday, October 2nd to honor the 2021 seniors for band, band front, and the football players. “It is still so hard to believe that I am a senior and was able to walk down the field with my parents, said senior Kaleigh Sibbett.

Band members and football players celebrate Senior Night

Alex Maley, Staffer • October 28, 2020

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pottsville Area School District didn’t know if there would be a senior night for football, band, and band front members. Fortunately, senior night still happened and...

The Roller Roost Sports Arena opened with a maximum of 250 people allowed to enter mid September. Although any age can come, students from the middle school show up the most. “I think they remodeled it well and it looks really different, but good. I enjoy going there because it’s a fun place to hangout with friends,” said eighth grader Allegra Hossler.

Roller Roost Sports Arena reopens to the public

Tanya Johnson, Staffer • October 16, 2020

The Roller Roost Sports Arena, which was previously named the Roller Roost II has reopened. It closed down in March because of the recent outbreak of COVID-19.  Many changes and additions have been...

Sophomore Zowie Zokuskie, sits comfortably at her desk in a casual manner, due to the temporarily changed dress code.

PAHS relaxed dress code

Genesis Harrison, Staffer • October 14, 2020

Recently, students have been able to walk around PAHS without collared shirts due to the relaxed dress code. Principal Mrs.Tiffany Hummel says “The dress code has been temporarily changed in light...

Mr. Sterner is taking safety precautions by wearing his mask while teaching class. Masks were made a requirement in order to enter the building at Pottsville Area. Mr. Sterner said, “I find it is much more difficult to get to know my students, only getting to see kids no more than 2 days a week and only seeing half of their faces while they are here.”

Students and staff weigh in on masks

Harry Walls, Staffer • October 1, 2020

With the rise of COVID-19, precautions have been taken to prevent the spread of the disease. Wearing a mask and maintaining a six foot distance from others have become prerequisites to enter many businesses...

Students sit inside Mrs. Watt’s classroom socially distanced during class. A lot of schools had to adjust to a hybrid plan because of socially distancing guidelines. Sophomore Kenzie Androshick (not pictured) said, “It overall just limited the things I could and couldn’t do. 2020 was not the year we expected.”

Half and Half – The Hybrid Plan

Alex Maley, Staffer • September 21, 2020

This year students have faced many difficulties, from the closure of schools to the cancellations of summer plans. However, we have made it through the quarantine and we returned back to the Pottsville...

Students in the student section cheered the varsity football team on to victory during the 2020 football season. COVID-19 has turned spectating sports virtual instead of attending in person. “Football Fridays were some of the best nights of my life, I miss going to the games after a long week of school and cheering the team on in the student section. The whole school comes together and we have a great time there. Definitely something I miss about high school,” said graduated student Clayton Demcher.

Seniors Deal with COVID-19

Tanya Johnson, Staffer • September 17, 2020

The COVID-19 virus has made this school year different from past years. This has been a new and difficult experience for everyone, especially the seniors.  Classrooms are empty because some students...

Valedictoran and salutatorian speeches 2020

June 1, 2020

2020 Valedictorian Noah Fredericks and Salutatorian Reilly Babcock deliver their speeches here on Tide Lines.

After getting news the Little League World Series was cancelled, many students were sad. Students understood what a dream it is to play in Williamsport. The last time I was at The Little League World Series was back in 2016 when Japan won the championship. And I watched it on TV every year since then. Im going to miss just seeing kids playing the game they love. No contracts, no money, just passion. junior Josh Frehafer said

Little League World Series cancelled for 2020

Alison McCord, Staffer • May 22, 2020

On April 20 2020, Stephen Keener, Little League President, announced this year's World Series would be cancelled. Due to the quarantine caused by COVID-19, the Little League World Series and many other...

Head Custodian, Mr. Brad Ross is wearing his C-Tide mask, while at work. Masks are mandatory because of the Coronavirus. “My goal is to complete much needed repairs since we have extra time,” said Ross.

Custodial and cafeteria staff busy during COVID-19 quarantine

Madison Wright, Staffer • May 5, 2020

COVID-19 left students, teachers, parents, and many others sitting in their houses racking their brains for something to do. However, while students are at home, who is taking care of our school? The custodians...

With news of the Roller Roost II closing, many people were upset. Most of their them spent part of their childhood in the skating rink. I had fun when I was a kid there. I spent my birthday parties there, so closing means that kids wont get to experience the fun parties and great memories, said Sophomore Makayla Sheraradin.

Roller Roost II closes for good

Tanya Johnson, Staffer • May 2, 2020

Open since 1980, the Roller Roost II is a roller skating rink known for its birthday parties, laser tag, and mini arcade. It was a place for friends and family to have fun and connect.  Along with...

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