Month: September 2022

Student Government Explained

By Jasmine Pancheco   Although not often talked about, student government is an underrated and highly beneficial opportunity that all students should consider taking advantage of throughout their high school years.    A student government is a group of students…

Kooking with Krishen: Volume One

By Krishen Goswami Cooking at home has many benefits. It is not only healthier, but cheaper. It is extremely beneficial for teens of all ages to have a couple recipes under their belt to maintain the integrity of their diet….

Girls Volleyball Reigns Supreme

By Sasha Crowe    The Ponte Vedra High School girls volleyball team dominated the Tank in their most recent matches this week. On Thursday Sept. 8, the Sharks swept the newly opened Beachside High School in three sets with scores…

How Does Exposure to Blue Light Affect Sleep?

By Rocco Garcia How does the blue light emitted from electronic devices affect sleep and sleeping patterns? According to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), the blue light is typically helpful during the day, since it boosts reaction time, attention span,…

The Senior College Application Experience

By Olivia Richie    Senior year of high school is a very bittersweet experience for many, as it includes having to say goodbye to friends. However, saying hello to their future can be very stressful and exciting. As students are…

Gradeway Offers HAC Alternative

By Aspen McAdoo Gradeway is an app that takes Home Access Center (HAC) to the next level. This app keeps grades, attendance, and many more resources in one place. The developer of Gradeway is Srujan Mupparapu and the app is…

Student Spotlight- Kaya Martinez-Heath

By Rachel Bacchus   Lights, camera, action! The school year has started back up, and that means it is time to anticipate the next Ponte Vedra High School (PVHS) drama department production. In the meantime, one could focus on a…

Sharks Take First Loss of Season Against Bartram

By Kennedy Rosendahl    The Ponte Vedra high school football team started off their season last Friday night, Aug. 26, against the Bartram Trail Bears. Unfortunately, they lost with a score of 13-7.  Despite their 157 rushing yards, the Sharks…

Sharks QB Ben Burk Prepares for Comeback Season

By Sam Ritchie Ben Burk is looking to make a point this year on the football field, hoping to lead this team to a district championship and more. Ben is a junior, he’s currently starting quarterback for the Sharks. Ben…

Bright Futures Changed to Allow Work Hours

By James Grossmann    One of Florida’s most defining features in education is the lottery-funded Bright Futures Scholarship. The scholarship grants incoming college students financial aid towards their tuition and other costs given they satisfy certain academic and community service…