PHS Speech and Debate Season in Full Swing
By Kim Skousen
By Kim Skousen
By Jakob Johnson
This year Payson High’s musical was The Sound of Music. Set in the beginning of the Nazi movement into Austria, it’s about a woman who finds her place in a family and helps them reunite through music.
By Audrey Miller
On November 9 over 20 NHS members gathered in the counseling office to tie fleece blankets for the homeless.
“It was nice to see so many people show up and offer their service,” said Co-President Mercedes John.
Not only did NHS members complete 26 blankets, but they had fun helping each other,
By Taylor Campbell
The marching band at Payson High school has always been one of the shining, winning groups at Payson High. Now one more year can be added onto their 30 year winning streak when the PHS Marching Band ended the 2011 fall season with 10 trophies and a second place award at the state competition.
“This was one of our most successful seasons,” said Mr. Collins. “This year we were younger, smaller, there were no superstars this year, but they all pulled together and the spirit of unity was stronger than ever before.”
By Ryley Butler
It’s that time again; time for girls basketball to begin. Jumping into a new season, we have high hopes for the players. For years our girls basketball team has shown some seriously amazing talent, and this year promises to uphold that grand tradition. Our entire team (coaches and girls) are very dedicated and love what they do.
By KD Apgood
As the Wrestling season begins we watch the strong, young men wrestling for Payson High School prepare for another State Championship.
Practices started Monday November 7 and the competitive matches start the first week of December, so let’s all get pumped to cheer on our amazing wrestling boys and watch them get another State Championship trophy.
By Janessa Reynoso
By Maygan Straight
The night was fun filled with creative performances by Mr. Andrew Wright, singing his rendition of Bonnie Tyler’s: I Need a Hero; the Paysetters in whimsical purple and lime green leopard print; and an innovative dance number by the Dance Co. to nothing but the beat of a heart.
Together with Taylor Elementary, the students of Latinos in Action of Payson High have come together to raise money to donate to Make a Wish Foundation. Ivan Cardenas, LIA leader, hopes the community will unite for this great cause.
“I believe Payson has the power to come together as a community and make a difference,” said Cardenas.
By Melissa Green
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in1918, the Armistice was signed and World War I reached its end. Armistice Day was celebrated the next year under President Woodrow Wilson. Twelve years later, Armistice Day became a National Holiday that we now know as Veteran’s Day.