Panther Prints | Issue 2 | December 2019

editors
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Gracie Warhurst
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Saifiyah Zaki
Copy Editor
Juliette Roberts
Copy Editor
Makayla Herron
Video Editor
Elena Hamlin
Advertising &
PR Manager
Andrew Cox
Online Editor
Sonali Menon
Sports Editor
Jad Baajour
reporters
Alexa Dezelan
Sevval Erenkol
Riya George
Bree Johnson
Ethan Johnson
Akie Kasai
Fatima Malik
Isis Martin
Carrieona Moncure
Myh Seyoum
Joelle Tindal
Cover Model:
Junior Rachel Harvey
Centerspread Models:
Junior Charles Igbo
Senior Jillian Herrera
Photos by Saifiyah Zaki
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Letters from the
Co-Editors-in-Chief
ith finals approaching and college application deadlines looming
Wahead, the month of December serves as a stressful time for students.
Recognizing this, we took this opportunity to discuss the rising
rates of mental health issues in teens in hopes of opening discussion
about how to combat them. Much of the rest of the magazine focuses
on lighter issues, including feature stories on the return of the GSA
club and twins on campus. After already working through one print
cycle, our talented staff members learned and improved their craft
and I’m excited to see what comes next.
Saifiyah Zaki
his issue of the Panther Prints pieces together the student body’s
Tfeelings of anticipation for the holidays, concerns about the future
and the ever-present feelings of stress. Just as semester exams
approach, our centerspread deals with what our students and peers
know to be a pressing and ongoing issue — anxiety and the pressure
to perform. I hope our centerspread makes the student body feel seen
and gives them the tools they need to stay afloat during exams. Overall
I’m proud of the cohesiveness and timeliness of the paper we’ve
put together, and happy to see the shift in our reporters now that
we’ve got the ball rolling. I can’t wait for what else we have in store.
Gracie Warhurst
Letter to the Editors
really enjoy how there is a story for a lot of unspoken clubs, groups and
I people. For example, I didn’t know that the art history teacher bred
snakes. [I also liked the] story on Jordyn Ford about how she plays in
the band as well as being a golden girl. I always saw her make her way
back and forth in between each group and I always wondered how that
worked at games. As for the cover story on sexual harassment, I believe
it was very enlighting about a touchy subject. It was very clear on the
topic and had evidence. The photos were very complimentary.
Mission Statement
t Panther Prints, our mission is to serve as a connection between
Athe Plano East student body and surrounding communities. Through
inspiration and high-quality content, Panther Prints offers diverse coverage,
passionate writing, relatable stories and a unique point of view.
Our credible sources allow an in-depth experience that appeals to both
the public and the individual. Our publication offers an informative and
distinctive outlook on current interests.
Digital Media Policy
e the Panther Prints commit to responsibly utilize all of our media
Wplatforms to unite and inform the student body. We strive to create
original content and attribute credit to all sources. We require our staff
to uphold these values and to accurately report the news to the student
body and community.
To submit letters to the editors of the Panther Prints:
Plano East Senior High School
Journalism Department
3000 Los Rios Blvd., Plano, TX 75074
Building 4, Room 201
(469) 752- 9000
bit.ly/LetterToEditors
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