Month: October 2022

Homecoming Week Recap

Another exciting homecoming week has come and gone at Ponte Vedra High School. Here are some highlights! Top Left: Homecoming Court (12), Left to Right: Patrick Lydon, Charlotte King, Ben Wainer, Hope Freedman, Nico Snell, Olivia Richie, Xander Gunning, Brooke…

Cross Country Excels Before Postseason

By Vincent Jackson     9/24 Update      On September 24, Ponte Vedra High School made the journey out to downtown Jacksonville for the Katie Caples Invitational at Bishop Kenny High School, this race is one of the most anticipated races…

How SJCSD is Responding to Rapid Population Growth

By Jackson Gianchetta As the population spikes within St. John’s County, St. John’s County School District is working to provide for an influx of new students. The school district opened Beachside High School at the beginning of the 2022-2023 school…

The United States Teacher Shortage Dilemma

By Amelia McDonough   According to a survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Education as of June 2022, 88 percent of public schools reported that teacher and staff burnout is a major concern for them. Survey data also reports…

CSA’s and What They Mean

By Olivia Richie Common Summative Assessments (CSA) started on the state level, these essentially are smaller tests used to test students on topics throughout the year. Instead of one huge test like midterms they are smaller tests given each quarter….

The Push for Pickleball

By Matthew McConn The sport of pickleball has typically been played by the elderly. In 2021, roughly half of all pickleball players were over the age of 55. However, younger generations have started to pick up the sport, causing it…

Sharks Lose to FPC Bulldogs, Bringing Record to 2-3

   The Ponte Vedra Sharks football team took on the Flagler Palm Coast Bulldogs on Monday, Oct. 3. The game was a reschedule from the previous Friday, as Hurricane Ian moved through the area. The Sharks unfortunately lost 20-17 on…

The Importance of Sweat

By Foster Keebaugh Humans have many unique attributes when compared to other animals. The human brain’s ability for communication, self-awareness, and sentience is what sets it apart. However, an over looked attribute of human’s is the ability to sweat. Humans…

PVHS Increases Security Measures for New School Year

By Elijah Maule This year at Ponte Vedra High School, there has been an increase in security. Gates that were open last year are being closed. Doors to enter and exit the building are being watched more. Hallways during lunch…

PV Swim Team Continues to Impress

By Johnny Inama      The Ponte Vedra Sharks swim team have reached the middle of their season and have had a strong first half. On September 8, the Sharks faced off against St. Augustine High School (SAHS) and Fernandina Beach…