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  • April 15Wear Purple On Wednesday To Support The Military Children
  • April 15Are you looking for a gift to give mom for mothers day? Send a photo to the robotics team to get a customized lithophane print to warm your mothers heart and help support the PHS Robotics team. Please see Mr. Beasley in room 1038 for details.
  • April 15Seniors, please remember to complete your end of year task list for counseling by May 5. Seniors that meet the deadline will be entered into a random drawing for one of two $15 Sheetz Gift Cards. Find the link on Schoology!
  • April 15April is Month of the Military Child. Every April, we celebrate the courage, perseverance and tenacity demonstrated by our military-connected children, youth and teens and what they mean to our community. In honor of this please wear the color purple on Wednesday, April 17 to show your support.
  • April 15The PHS Plant Sale will be taking place this week, April 15-19 from 8-4, and Saturday April 20 from 9-12 in the school greenhouse. Come on out to support the Horticulture program and the FFA by buying plants! We only accept cash or check, and for any questions, contact Ms. Meinhard.
  • April 15April 19 is the battle for the Mr.Powhatan 2024 title. Showtime begins at 7PM, tickets cost $5. All proceeds benefit Relay for Life and the fight against cancer.
  • April 8Auditions for the Show Choir 2024/2025 school year will take place after school in the choir room April 15th, 16th, and 17th
  • March 25Feeling Lucky with 26! The sophomore class has extended their raffle for a pot of gold containing various gift cards. Buy tickets at the Concession Stand in the mornings. 1 for $1, 5 for $3, or 10 for $5. Drawing will be held after Spring Break.
  • March 18Outside Guest Forms for Prom will be available in PHS' Main Office starting 3/18
  • February 26The VSBA Personal Essay/Speaking Contest is open to all Public High School students. The top finalist will receive a $1,000 Scholarship! The deadline is April 17th.

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Tane Jeffs

Tane Jeffs, Staff Reporter

Tane Jeffs is part of the class of 2024 at Powhatan High School. He runs on the Cross Country and plays lacrosse. He believes journalism is important to view different perspectives and experiences of others around the world.

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