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Junior Trystan Preator shared these WWII-era postcards of Nazi images, borrowed from a neighbor who was in Germany at the time, with his Holocaust Literature class.
FORGOTTEN, THEN REPEATED
Sophie Czirr, News Editor • November 25, 2024

Six million murdered, 250,000 survivors displaced. Lives were destroyed, children separated from mothers, lasting injuries and trauma plundered the lives of millions. The Holocaust was a traumatic time in history that could potentially be forgotten or distorted.  Modeled after a national survey from...

Cookies and baked treats are displayed on a table for Westside’s bake sale.
FUNDRAISING FOR GONZALO
Nalani Jordan, Opinion Editor • November 12, 2024

Gonzalo Anzurez is an eighth-grader at Powell Middle School. On Aug. 1, 2024, Gonzalo was involved in a tragic motor vehicle accident. He was then airlifted to Denver Children’s Hospital, and unfortunately, the accident left him with quadriplegia.  According to Merriam-Webster, quadriplegia is...

A beautiful river winds through the Bighorn Mountains prior to the forest fire.
THE ELK FIRES
Ben Smith, Prowl Reporter • November 11, 2024

While the East Coast was affected by hurricane season, Wyoming faced serious fires. The lightning-caused Elk fire started September 27, and over 500 firefighters relentlessly tried to stop it. “I don’t really know anyone who’s been, like, affected by the fire,” Logan Badura said, “But I...

Each candidate debates community-based questions related to the schools.
SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES SPEAK OUT
Sophie Czirr, News Editor • October 31, 2024

With election season approaching, the Park County School District #1 School Board Forum took place on Oct. 9. The candidates present included Jeanie Fortenberry, Ben Borcher, Zac Opps, and Kim Goldman, campaigning for the three open seats on the school board.  The meeting opened with the Executive...

A new sign-in method greets students when going to the counselor.
PARENTAL RIGHTS POLICY
Maddison Rodriguez, Prowl Reporter • October 24, 2024

Based on state legislation, a new policy was introduced requiring PHS students to sign in before visiting the counselors, allowing parents or guardians to get a notification about the visit. This new rule is included in the Parental Rights policy. “We will try to do the best by it for our families...

Band directors pose for a picture while their musicians cheer.
CONVERGING COMPETITORS
Caitlin Belmont, Editor-in-Chief • October 17, 2024

During a recent rivalry game between the Powell Panthers and the Cody Broncs, a decision was made to bring in the two respective bands to play together. Although it was a shock to the audience, the band members knew in advance. “I brought up the idea to combine the bands,” Cody Band director...

Evan Whitlock and Dusty Carter take a double plunge after the target is hit.
SOAK-A-SENIOR 8/29
Nalani Jordan, Opinion Editor • September 30, 2024

A large and excited crowd gathered around a dunk tank during the first week of school. “We decided to do Soak-A-Senior the first week of school because we thought it would be a fun kickoff event,” student council Vice President Katie Morrison said. “It’s a quick way to make money, and it’s...

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Students at Powell High School share their perspectives about Blair Fleming and transgender sports.
THE BLAIRE FLEMING CONTROVERSY
Nalani Jordan, Opinion Editor • December 3, 2024

Blaire Fleming is a transgender volleyball player competing for San Jose State University in California. Like the University of Wyoming [UW], San Jose is part of the Mountain West Conference. Eleven current and former players and one coach from the Mountain West Conference are participating in a lawsuit...

Powell swimmers pose for a picture in their tutus after a swim meet.
STATE SWIMMING
Caitlin Belmont, Editor-in-Chief • December 3, 2024

On Nov. 7 and 8, 2024, Powell girls’ swimming team competed for state. With the loss of a coach, the girls persevered to do the best of their abilities.  Girls swimming coach Mr. Bob Smartt reflected on the hard times they faced. “In my eight years of coaching the girls swim team at Powell,...

The Powell Panther Volleyball Team locks in to secure a third-place victory at state early this November.
PUTTING THE DOGS DOWN
Nalani Jordan, Opinion Editor • November 22, 2024

 On Thursday, Nov. 7, after a four-hour bus ride to Casper, the Lady Panther Volleyball Team got off the bus and ordered some Jersey Mike’s subs before heading to the Ford Wyoming Center.  In four sets, the Lady Panthers won against the Torrington Trailblazers. The Panthers pulled away in both...

Senior Trey Scott (very right side) lined up with his All-State medal after the second day.
STATE GOLF
Julian Frost, Prowl Reporter • November 14, 2024

Coming into the beginning of October, the PHS golf team wrapped up their fall season with the 3A State Championship at the Rochelle Ranch Golf Course in Rawlins, Wyoming on September 20 and 21, 2024.  Powell came into the state tournament after barely falling short of the 3rd place spot in the 3A...

 Seniors at Powell High School finally get their chance to participate in Senior Nights.
SENIOR NIGHTS
Toby Sessions, Sports Editor • October 31, 2024

Powell High School’s [PHS] fall athletics give athletes the opportunity to walk with their families on their respective senior nights. Cross Country was the first of the autumn sports to celebrate their upperclassmen on Oct. 10. “[Senior Recognition Night felt] really special because it makes...

Freshman Jordyn Nelson runs at the Powell golf course for a XC event.
AN EMPOWERING PARTNERSHIP
Katie Morrison, Associate Editor • October 18, 2024

A very resilient runner rises to the challenge at each and every JV cross country meet. While many with her condition would just give up, this young lady perseveres.  Jordyn Nelson, a freshman at Powell High School was born with a condition called Optic Nerve Hypoplasia (ONH). While this condition...

 Nathan Preator hits a backhand shot during one of his many tennis matches.
STATE TENNIS
Toby Sessions, Sports Editor • October 17, 2024

Powell High School’s boys and girls tennis teams headed to Gillette, Wyoming, for their state tournament on Sep. 24. During the early stages of state, the team started off hot. “The first day of state, the team did really well,” senior Ava Stearns said. “The first girls doubles were the only...

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Meet the Staff
Katie Morrison
Katie Morrison
Associate Editor
Outside of shopping or daydreaming of clothing combinations… Katie has picked up a great love for being on the Prowl Staff. 

Katie began her time in journalistic writing, in her sophomore year but has grown leaps and bounds since that time. Upon retiring from her position as Opinion Editor junior year, Katie was granted Associate
Danica Bobick
Danica Bobick
Prowl Reporter
Danica Bobick is a senior at Powell High School. She spends most her time listening to, creating, and taking in art of all forms. Although that means lots of time spent inside, she also appreciates and takes inspiration from nature. 

Danica’s favorite past time is learning. She has a passion for history and art. Her favorite
Julian Frost
Julian Frost
Prowl Reporter
Julian is new to The Prowl this year as a senior. After being in the PHS Choir for 3 years, he is now using his voice to share local and global news while also voicing his opinions on such matters. He has been told the entirety of being in high school that he has a deep radio voice. Now he will finally be able to see if they were telling the truth.

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A healthy-appearing mule deer last season; he could have been harboring a fatal disease.
CWD IN WYOMING
Danica Bobick, Prowl Reporter • December 3, 2024

When November 1 arrives, many students take a couple of days off. “Hunting” is written in their attendance and fingers are crossed. Everyone wants to relish the feeling...

Mr. Steve Lensegrav, holding his granddaughter, is honored on stage in the presence of his family and Principal Tim Wormald.
THROUGH THE LENS OF GREATNESS
Curtis Muecke, Prowl Reporter • November 27, 2024

Today during a ceremony, PHS students were honored for their academic achievements, celebrated for their WYTOPP scores, and 175 students presented with academic letters. However,...

New Powell High School science teacher Mrs. Shorma teaches an environmental science class.
INTRODUCING OUR NEW STAFF
Thomas Shuman, Prowl Reporter • November 26, 2024

Last year we lost four staff members: Shelley Heny, Learning Center teacher; Wendy Smith, environmental science teacher; Leslie McPherson, librarian; and Rachel Schoessler,...

Tournament participants gather for lunch after a long day of playing
PROJECT UNITY BOCCE BALL
Ryah Easum, Prowl Reporter • November 25, 2024

Project Unity members, volunteers, and participants gathered at the football field to play bocce ball. The volunteers and participants were from elementary, middle, and high...

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps [JROTC] sign-up poster in the purple pod hallway.
WANNA C WHAT JROTC IS?
Taylor Peters, Prowl Reporter • November 21, 2024

JROTC, Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, is an army-based, nationwide organization for high school students. PHS has a JROTC club led by Mr. Timothy Heine and junior...

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A voting sticker, similar to one you would receive at the polls.
FIRST-TIME VOTERS
Ben Smith, Prowl Reporter • December 9, 2024

On November 5, 2024, the United States came together to decide who was going to hold the highest position of power: the President of our country.  On election day, social studies teacher Ashley Hildebrand...

Senior Toby Sessions looks at his phone while watching the football game.
WHAT IS A DISTRACTION?
Ethan Cartier, Publishing Editor • November 15, 2024

With the introduction of this year’s new phone policy at Powell High School [PHS], contentions have begun to run high between what’s in the power of the school board in Park County and what’s not. A...

An actor from the Shakespeare play takes the spotlight at PHS.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM, THE PLAY
Maddison Rodriguez, Prowl Reporter • November 12, 2024

Do students say nay or yay for the Shakespeare play? A Powell High School audience recently had the opportunity to watch the Shakespearean play A Midsummer Night's Dream, presented by Shakespeare in the...

The library at Powell High School holds many cool books for flowering readers.
EXPANDING THE LIBRARY
Danica Bobick, Prowl Reporter • November 12, 2024

At Powell High School [PHS], the library is home to many. This year the library has plenty of fun new games, books, and activities that the students can engage in while passing time.  In her first...

Jenessa Polson prepares for the PHS Drama Club Haunted House.
HAUNTING THE HALLWAYS
Curtis Muecke, Prowl Reporter • November 1, 2024

With Halloween right around the corner, Powell High School students have started thinking about what they want to wear. There are plenty of choices, from superheroes to vampires, but the question is what...

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