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March 11Animated Classics as Live Actions Films
March 11Flag Football: The Future is Female
March 11The California dream turned into ash, a look at the LA fires.
March 11Finals: Keeping to Tradition?
March 11U.S. TikTok Ban: The Endless Controversy
March 11The 2025 Oscars
March 11GoldFever: What does St. Petersburg High School think of this year's winners?
March 11March: A Month to Honor Women
March 11Fast Times and Fresh Start
March 11Scholastic Art and Writing Competition Winners: What does it take?

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School spirit is what motivates a lot of students and brings us closer together as a Green Devil family!

Spreading Spirit: An exploration of how varsity cheerleaders build campus spirit

Sophie Cabral, Staff Writer

October 17, 2023

By supporting local businesses that have longstanding connections in the city, the authenticity of them will remain intact.

Wilson’s Book World

Sasha Kelley, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

October 17, 2023

The purpose of education is to give children a basic understanding of knowledge that they can use later in life.

St. Petersburg High School vs. The World

Victoria Wirth, Staff Writer

October 17, 2023

Swimming is shown to have many benefits, such as improving lung strength and joint health, and you hardly need anything to start.

Finding Your Thing: A guide to hobbies

Gabriela Salzman, Staff Writer

October 17, 2023

Tuyen Nguyen (IB): “My most memorable high school experience was probably showing up to school the first time. I feel like everyone remembers their first day of school. I was a virtual student for a while, so showing up to school was a little scary, but I eventually found my place and the people that matter to me.”

Looking Ahead with the Seniors

Paloma Welch, Co-Editor-in-Chief

October 17, 2023

News

A firefighter looking towards an inferno of a hill in the palisades neighborhood during the height of the fires in early January.

The California dream turned into ash, a look at the LA fires.

Finnegan Cox, News Writer • March 11, 2025

Imagine the hurricanes that wreaked havoc on St Pete this year, but they are on fire. It's...

“The Impact of the Speaker of the House Election

“The Impact of the Speaker of the House Election” by Ava John is an article about the recent Speaker of the House Election in which Kevin McCarthy won after 15 rounds of voting. In this article, Ava says that “This election foreshadows Florida politics and affects citizens by impacting how laws will be passed.”

Read the full article on sphspalmettoandpine.com

“New Years Resolutions: yes or no?” is an arti

“New Years Resolutions: yes or no?” is an article by Olivia Moore about New Year’s resolutions. In this article, Olivia talks about the history of New Year’s resolutions and what resolutions St. Pete High students and teachers have made for 2023.

Be sure to check this one out at sphspalmettoandpine.com!

The second edition of the year comes out on Monday

The second edition of the year comes out on Monday! Printed newspapers will be distributed around the school and the digital edition will be accessible at sphspalmettoandpine.com

“Gilmore Girls: The show of the season” by Sar

“Gilmore Girls: The show of the season” by Sarah Rowland is an article about the hit show Gilmore Girls and what makes it so appealing. This article talks about the nostalgia of the show and how wonderfully cozy it is.

Check out the full article at sphspalmettoandpine.com!

“Holiday Masterlist: How to Spend Your Time Over

“Holiday Masterlist: How to Spend Your Time Over the Holiday Season” by Ava John is an article that highlights different movies and books you can enjoy during the holidays. You can also learn about the local activities you can do for the holidays!!

Check this out at sphspalmettoandpine.com

“Autumnal Ambiance and the Benefits of Eating Se

“Autumnal Ambiance and the Benefits of Eating Seasonally” is written by Carly Keith, one of our Devil’s Eye section writers. This article examines the beneficial aspects of eating “aesthetic” seasonal foods throughout the year.

Check this out on sphspalmettoandpine.com!

“Taylor Swift Shines in New Album Midnights (Ran

“Taylor Swift Shines in New Album Midnights (Ranking)” is written by Ellie Miller, our Arts & Entertainment editor. This article is a ranking of Taylor Swift’s 10th studio album that was released on October 21st.

Also, read the new SPHS Submissions short story from an anonymous student.

Check these articles out on sphspalmettoandpine.com

On Friday, some members of our newspaper staff wen

On Friday, some members of our newspaper staff went to the District 4 Florida Scholastic Press Association Convention (FSPA). The staff participated in many workshops to better their journalism skills.

Congratulations to our Art & Design editor, Camille Perrier, for receiving second place overall for her On-the-Spot Hand-Drawn Illustration!

Check out this new article, “5 Essential Hallowe

Check out this new article, “5 Essential Halloween-Themed Episodes in TV” by Sofia Hahn, to read about the best Halloween themed episodes on television!

Visit sphspalmettoandpine.com to read the full article.

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Students preparing for finals

Finals: Keeping to Tradition?

Aurora Henderson, Staff Writer • March 11, 2025

Up until Hurricanes Helene and Milton separately blew through St. Petersburg and caused the cancellation of two school weeks in the fall 2024...

Students preparing for finals

Finals: Keeping to Tradition?

Aurora Henderson, Staff Writer • March 11, 2025

Combine summer fun with family this year.

The Ultimate Summer Bucket List

Sarah Rowland, Assistant Editor-in-Chief • May 6, 2024

Those going abroad this summer are working to find balance between work and play.

Fun in the Sun: Unusual Summer Holidays You Never Knew Existed

Victoria Wirth, Devil's Eye Editor • May 6, 2024

Sunscreen should be included in your beach bag this summer!

How to Block out Summer Bummers

Shayla Nguyen, A&E Writer • May 6, 2024

Sports

St. Petersburg High schools Flag Football team!

Flag Football: The Future is Female

Marina Bozeman, Staff Writer • March 11, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, a classic animated movie with an upcoming live action film

Animated Classics as Live Actions Films

Evelyn Miles, Staff Writer • March 11, 2025

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