CO2 Cars: Physics at its Finest
By Cherilyn Elder
Have you ever seen CO2 dragsters racing across a tile floor being guided by a string? The sight is amazing to behold.
HOSA Starts Out Year With Hike and Service
By Megan Ballamis
Payson High’s HOSA club is a great way to experience health occupations. HOSA stands for Health Occupations Students of America. The student leaders of the club are Keaton Evan, Sarah Wood, Sarah Brown, and Jens John.
PHS Newspaper Staff: Go Far and Conquer
By Emily Garrett
Fifteen students, 1 teacher, united with the same purpose: to make the 2012-2013 school year unforgettable through the Newspaper. As members of the Newspaper Staff, it is our obligation to update Payson High on the events, trends, and opinions taking place in our school. Our mission is to create amazing stories and articles about you!
PHS Girls Soccer Finishing Strong
By Tarah Kershaw
The Lady Lions’ soccer team ended a great season this month with the opportunity to go to the first-round of state in St. George to play Dixie High School. The girls played very well and their hard work throughout the season got them there.
During the game Payson and Dixie stayed neck and neck the first half of the game at 0-0 then, in the second half, Dixie pulled away and won 4-0.
Prepare to be Seussified!
By Ciera Lundberg
The time has come! The moment you’ve all been waiting for! The entertainment event of 2012 is just around the corner!
SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL!
On November 8th, 9th, 10th, and 12th the show will be playing in the Payson High School auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The ticket prices are $5 for adults and $4 for students.
PHS Cross Country Finished Season at State Meet
By Jenna Haroldsen
“When the chips are down, we rise to the challenge,” said Coach Rockwood.
This one simple statement effectively sums up Payson High’s own Cross Country team. Victorious in regions, the team came back with the first place cup. Nick Hindes, Jordan Bailey, and Dakota Lange made it into the top 10 runners. Coming in close at 11th was Dallin Lowe. Ariane Keele represented the girls well, with 5th place. The regions meet was held October 9th at Spanish Fork.
PHS Volleyball: Get Set to Serve
By Emily Garrett
“It's not how you win, but how you conquer it.” said Allysse Thomas.
PHS volleyball most certainly has conquered! Even though the regular season for Volleyball ended on October 16, that's not stopping the PHS Varsity Volleyball team from going to state on October 26.
FCCLA: Pack Your Bag!
By Mckenzie Stubbs
On September 26-27 the Payson High FCCLA officers kicked off the school year with a fall leadership conference at the Marriott in Provo.
Marching Band Returns from Competition
By Jenna Haroldsen and Cherilyn Elder
Seussical the Musical Begins
By Emily Garrett
On Monday, September 10, the process for Seussical the Musical began with nerve-wracking auditions. The next day, about 30 selected students arrived at call-backs, working hard to claim their desired role. The director, Mr. Allred, was thrilled that so many talented people wanted to be involved.