Tide Lines

Crimson Tide Softball

Aubrey Snyder and Meadow Eckert April 24, 2023

Athletes on the girls softball team talk about their softball experience.

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,...

Students from PAHS received information from a local business at the career fair on April 26, 2022. The career fair allows for many students to figure out what they want to do in the future.

Students to attend career fair

Alex Blum, Staffer April 14, 2023

To show the students of PAHS what career path they can choose from is the purpose of the career fair. The career fair will occur at Martz Hall for the junior and senior classes on Thursday, April 20th.  The...

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...

S.A.D.D advisors, Mr. Charles Schuster and Mr. Adrian Portland, talk about the upcoming Prom Promise and other activities to help spread safety on prom night. S.A.D.D. will be giving announcements at the end of the month for Alcohol Awareness Month.

S.A.D.D. Prepares Alcohol Awareness Month Activities

Alex Blum, Staffer April 5, 2023

In the United States, the legal drinking age is 21, but that does not stop teenagers or anyone under the age from the consumption of alcohol. Approximately one out of ten alcoholic drinks in the U.S. is...

Guys and Dolls

Aubry Snyder and Meadow Eckert March 28, 2023

The members of the drama club explain this years musical.

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...

March Artist of the Month

Korben Powanda March 28, 2023

Flex Blasser is the featured artist of the month for March.

60 Seconds with Luke Keitsock

Reilly Verdensky, Editor March 22, 2023

Luke Keitsock answers as many questions as he can in 60 seconds.


Junior Ashley Constanza-Espiritusanto, Sophomore Jorel Powell and Junior Brianna Rogers (L-R) pose in front of the bulletin board with historical women figures. Women’s History Month is dedicated to celebrating the women in our life and shining a light on historical accomplishments. Freshman Veada Reavill said, “I think women should appreciate one another no matter what shape, size, color or font you are. I support every woman and I think that all women should be my favorite women.”

Happy Women’s History Month

Genesis Harrison, Staffer March 22, 2023

“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish,'' said Michelle Obama. March marks the beginning of Women’s History Month, which is dedicated to women’s achievements and accomplishments...

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...

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