Whenever any high school student hears the words “SAGE test,” all of our hearts skip a beat. The Student Assessment of Growth and Excellence, or SAGE test, is the new form of statewide testing for high school students. Last year was the first year of SAGE test administration, with tests given in the categories of Science, Mathematics, and English Language Arts.
The HOPE Squad sends you their love! We want you to know that the HOPE Squad is ready and eager to help you with whatever you need. We aren’t just random students who wear matching T-shirts. We are your friends. The HOPE Squad does care that you exist and we see how much the world needs of your influence. We want you to share your light with the world and if we can help you in anyway, we will! Hold on. Persuade. Empower. That is the message the HOPE Squad sends to each and every one of you.
The Christmas season is a time of giving. It is a time to forget about what we want and focus on how to help those around us. The true Spirit of Christmas is found in giving what we have to those in need. Payson High knows this truth well, which is why Payson High’s Student Council and Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) have stepped up to raise money for families in need. All the money collected, every last penny, will go toward giving Christmas to families of students who attend Payson High, or families in the community.
Payson High school has a long legacy of championships. Payson High School has been feared since its founding in 1912. Over the years, Payson High has been recognized as champions in almost every sport. However, in recent years, the state trophies have had need to be restored. In 2012 Mission: Restore the Pride began. The mission was to restore 14 state champion and state runner up trophies. Now, in December of 2014, all 14 trophies have been returned to their rightful place—the halls of PHS. Mr.
The Red Ribbon Campaign is to educate young children, teenagers, and adults the dangers and consequences of illegal drugs. Since 1985, it has become an annual tradition all over the world to wear a red ribbon for a week to symbolize their commitment to raise awareness of the killing and destruction caused by drugs in America.
Hey boys, do you wish there was a boys’ choice informal dance? Did another guy ask the girl you had your eye on to Homecoming? Do you want a dance that’s still fun but won’t cost a fortune? Do you love to wear ugly sweaters and whip out your 80’s dance moves? Well, we have just the thing for you. This year, Payson High School is putting a new spin on an old tradition. PTSA is sponsoring a brand-new dance: The Ugly Sweater Dance.
For the first time in forever, the Payson High Lady Lions Tennis Team has won region. The tennis team was also undefeated throughout the season. The tennis team couldn’t have done it without support from their Coaches Karen Thomas and Michelle Snow. The tennis team also had support from team managers Wyatt and Braxton Judd, who are on the boys tennis team.
On Tuesday, October 14th the Cross Country teams traveled to North Sanpete High School for the region championship race. Projected times showed that the girls would win with room to spare and the boys would have a close fight for the title with Richfield. Both teams raced their hardest and there were many top finishers from our team. Our very own Dakota Lange took first place, making this year his first region champion title. He says “Region was a good day. It was fun to see the girls win.
Homecoming of 2014 was a success! The dance was held at Payson High School on September 6, 2014. The dance began at 7:00pm, but the party didn’t start until around 8:00pm. Everyone wants to be “fashionably late” for Homecoming. The Homecoming queen and king for 2014 were Raquel Williams, and John Harmon. The prince and princess were Brady Barker and Camri Jensen, and duke and duchess were Peyton Osborn and Grace Wilson.
