The Importance of Physical Media
By Hailey Flores In an age where movies, shows, music, and books can be instantly accessed with just the click of a button, physical media may seem a bit outdated and inconvenient. Why buy physical copies of movies ranging from…
Sunscreen or Skin Cancer
By Amelia Rogers-Neubarth During the summer months, especially in Florida, sunscreen is vital. However, teenagers don’t always understand the consequences and how important it really is. The skin is one of the most important organs of the body and damaging…
AI is Both Our Friend, and Foe
By: Lucia Gabriel Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly accessible and prevalent in its usage in the lives of many these days. It’s utilized everywhere, from professional businesses to educational classrooms, it’s now everywhere for people to use. As it…
How Freshman Year Impacts Them Later in High School
By Lucia Gabriel and Brooklyn Brant For many incoming high schoolers, jumping from eighth to ninth grade can be a big leap. The grades and overall experience of freshmen can truly set the tone for the rest of their time…
Changes in the Department of Education
By Hunter Alba In a historic and controversial move President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the United States Department of Education, shifting the authority over education policy and funding to the states. This decision follows months…
Florida’s House Bill 3 Restricts Social Media Access for Minors
By Ryder Navarra Florida’s House Bill 3, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, introduces strict regulations on social media usage for minors. The law bans children under 14 from having social media accounts and requires parental consent for 14-…
Ponte Vedra Ocean of Sound Wins the Bronze Medal at FFCC Outdoor Championships
By: Aden Seelbinder On Nov. 9th The Ponte Vedra Ocean of Sound traveled to West Orange High School for the first FFCC Outdoor Championship, and came back to Ponte Vedra High School with a bronze medal. In preliminary contest The…
Ponte Vedra Ocean of Sound Crowned Grand Champion at Ocala Marching Band Festival
By Aden Seelbinder On Oct. 19 the Ponte Vedra Ocean of Sound was named Grand Champion out of 1A, 2A, and 3A at the Ocala Marching Festival. 16 high school bands were in the 1A, 2A, and 3A divisions combined…
New Voters Share Top Concerns for the 2024 Presidential Election
By Max Sheikh With the 2024 presidential election just around the corner, many high school seniors and recent graduates will vote for the first time. Younger voters are now considering what matters most to them this year and what kind…
The 2024 Election and it’s Historic Records So Far
By Philip Berkwit The 2024 election cycle has been a spectacle for America. From gunshots to dropouts, the election has been a wildly historic time for the country. On the republican side of the election, Donald Trump has become the…