Christmas with the PHS Band and Orchestra

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By Cherilyn Elder and Megan Ballamis

Payson High’s concert band, orchestra and jazz band did phenomenally at their Christmas concert December 13.  Jazz band opened up the concert with six songs. Instrumental solos were done by Abby Bennion, Josh Tracy, Grace Heaps, and Nathaniel Meyers.  A vocal solo was performed by Karanda Heimuli.

PHS Choirs, Singing with a Cool Bunch of Kids

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By Brigham Flint

 

It’s that time of year. The season for hanging ornaments on trees, giving out presents, and filling the air with the uplifting music of the Christmas season. This past month, the Payson Choir did just that.

Amy Fox Receives the Crystal Apple Award

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On December 12, Payson High School math teacher, Amy Fox, received the 2012 - 2013 Crystal Apple Award. Fox has worked at Payson High for 9 years, and is loved by teachers and students alike.

“Miss Fox is probably the best math teacher I’ve had,” said Jaisha Webb. “She really knows how to explain math concepts to each individual person.”

Fox puts in long hours to help her students understand math, and loves that moment when students just seem to get it.

“I love when students have that Ah-Ha moment,” Fox said.

Penny Finch Receives Classified Employee Award

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Penny Finch is the 2012-2013 recipient of the Payson High School Classified Employee Award. Finch as worked at Payson High for 13 years and helps all the teachers and students at the copy center.

“I love the copy center because I get to visit and interact with all the staff and students,” Finch said.

The teachers at Payson High appreciate how helpful and cheerful Finch always is.

PHS Honors Veterans with Assembly and Essay Contest

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By Spencer Durrant

          On Monday, November 12th, Payson High School had its annual Veteran’s Day Assembly.  Former Green Beret medic and holder of two Bronze Stars Kyle Hill gave a presentation, and it was the most moving presentation Payson High School has ever heard.

Clark and Crook Attend Aggie Leadership Conference

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By Braden Clark

There comes a point in time where each person will have to be a leader.  Leaders come in all shapes and sizes, however the way you act determines what kind of leader you become. 

November 10, On the campus of Utah State University, hosted the ALE (Aggie Leadership Extravaganza) students all around the state of Utah, and even some from Nevada and Idaho.

PHS Fan of the Month

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By Ciera Lundberg

TJ Tucker: the ultimate Payson High fan. Although this awesome senior once started out as a sophomore (poor kid) he has slowly progressed during his senior year to obtain the honorable title of Fan of the Month. TJ’s love for PHS started during his sophomore year when the seniors told him to dress up as crazy as he could for the games.

Dark Horse: Kaitlyn Hamilton

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By Brigham Flint

When you think of Payson sports, many of us think about the boy’s basketball or wrestling team. However, the girl’s basketball team may not be mentioned quite as often. Among their team leaders is senior guard Kaitlyn Hamilton.

“As a senior, we’re supposed to take responsibility and motivate everyone to do their best,” she said.

PHS Wrestling: Season Preview

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By Jenna Haroldsen

Ranked 1 in State going into the season, Payson’s Wrestling team is playing for keeps this year. Their first tournament of the season, the Millard Ironman, was November 30 and December 1.  With only 4 seniors, all of which are Captains, they are expecting to do well this season.

PHS Girls Basketball Girls Will Open Student Eyes This Year

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By Braden Clark

It is easy to say that our girls team had an abysmal season last year, so to say that they can only improve from last season will be an easy feat.  With a record of 1-18 they could possibly win more games they did all of last season in their first week.  Returning starters Katelyn Hamilton and Katelyn Hannifan look to lead the Lady Lions to a season they haven’t had in a long time.