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FFA Update
By Carlie Weaver
Often, for FFA members, the new school year
brings many opportunities to get out as a chapter
member into the community. Just recently we
walked in the Labor Day Parade and carried signs.
Unfortunately, due to heavy rain, we weren’t
allowed to help out at Rusty’s Drive In for the
Thresher man’s Reunion this year. We have
started some career development events, or
CDE’s, such as the land use team and the horse
judging team. Always be sure to check the signup
sheets on Mr. Bane and Mr. Faber’s doors. You
never want to miss out on something fun like the
Six Flags trip or a trip to broaden your horizons
such as the National Convention. This year’s
National Convention will take place from October
19th to the 22nd in Indianapolis, Indiana. Keep an
eye out for this application because it is sure to be
a great trip. You don’t want to miss out!
FFA information can be foun
Tennis
By Taylor Ritter
As students are getting into the swing of school,
so are our fall sports! I took the opportunity to
interview freshman Brooke Whittle, a member of
the tennis team, and see how their season is
shaping up.
TR: What made you want to do tennis?
BW: I wanted to be involved and try something
new being a freshman in high school. I had heard
so many positive things about tennis and it made
me want to try it
TR: What are your hopes for the season?
BW: That we all do well and everyone improves.
Also I hope that some varsity girls make it to State.
TR: How do you think the season is going so far?
BW: The season is going amazingly well; I never
realized how fun tennis was. I am really glad that
others encouraged me to try it.
TR: What advice would you give to anyone
thinking about joining the tennis team?
BW: Don't be afraid to try something new. Tennis
is a great sport for anyone and tons of fun!
Cheerleading Update
By Sarah Albrecht
If you have ever attended a PTHS varsity football game, you
have probably noticed fifteen girls on the sidelines yelling and
cheering with Indian pride. These fifteen girls make up the 2016
varsity football cheerleading squad. There are five new freshman
additions to the team this year. These five girls, in alphabetical
order, are: Lauren Durham, Natasha Koenig, Cori Martin, Carli
Smetzer and Kylie Wunsch. In addition, we have two new
sophomores: Margan Barr and Katie Sparks. This team has been
practicing together since mid-summer and have been working
hard on cheers, stunts, and tumbling.
Make sure you cheer along with them next time you are out
supporting your varsity Indians!
Music Department News
By Mathew Birkett
Our Marching Indians got 3rd place in the Washington Invitational
Competition on the 10th and we’re preparing to do an even better
exhibition at this year’s Indian Showdown with at least 10 other
bands appearing to compete on Saturday, September 17th. Our
choirs are working on their music for the Fall Chorus Concert. In
Concert Choir, we’re preparing to sing the “Star Spangled
Banner” at the Homecoming game on the 23rd . We also have our
Tour of Schools on the 20th.
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Music Department website
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