North Carolina’s Road to Recovery Through a Volunteer’s Eyes
By Max Sheikh Hurricane Helene slammed North Carolina with Category 4 winds and record rainfall on September 26, hard-hitting the entire state. Over half a million people—577,000 North Carolinians—were put in a state of disaster as the storm tore through…
The Impacts of the NCAA Transfer Portal on College Football
By Henry Weitz The transfer portal has changed college football forever. The introduction of the portal, as well as new name, image, and likeness (NIL) money has turned the NCAA transfer process into a free agency. This constitutes the idea…
The Truth of Holiday Movies According to Ponte Vedra High School
By Philip Berkwit With the holiday seasons right around the corner, many people are starting to watch classic holiday films to get into spirit. However, Ponte Vedra High School (PVHS) students have many disagreements on what a ‘holiday movie’ truly…
Breaking the Silence: How Domestic Violence Impacts Teens at Ponte Vedra High School
By Kayla Edwards Domestic violence is a crucial issue that extends beyond the home and into the lives of teens. At Ponte Vedra High School, many students face challenges when dealing with toxic relationships, often struggling with the decision to…
The History of Steroids in Sports
By Henry Weitz Athletes are always looking for new ways to boost their body’s ability to produce muscle while limiting muscle breakdown. Anabolic steroids are the most common form of enhancer in major league sports, such as the MLB, NFL,…
Families Come Together at Nocatee Farmers Market
By Amelia Rogers-Neubarth The Nocatee Farmers Market brings the community together every third Saturday of the month. This event runs from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Each month Nocatee brings over 80 local vendors, themed entertainment, and lots of fun…
School Clubs Making a Difference in our Community
By Lily Keeley Ponte Vedra High School offers many clubs, which are all displayed during the club fair on Wednesday, October 25. With so many options, students have many ways to get involved. These clubs help to motivate students to…
Donations After Hurricane Helene
By Soleil Shah Hurricane Helene was a devastating category 4 hurricane. Helene made landfall in Perry, Florida and hit along Florida’s Gulf Coast during September. Helene’s path continued up to Georgia, the Carolina’s, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Helene has been the…
The Impact of College Admissions on Student’s Mental Health
By Cami Felsing For many high school students, the reason for sleepless nights full of studying and excelling in multiple extracurricular activities is to reach one final goal: college acceptance. In today’s competitive educational state, the pressure to succeed is…
PVHS Senior, Penny Zarczynski and her Unique Swimming and Knitting Talents
By Hunter Alba A 17-year-old student at Ponte Vedra High School by the name of Penny Zarczynski is making waves with her impressive swimming skills. However, while many teens are spending their time developing one specific skill, Penny is not only…