It’s officially spring, and along with new life emerging, many activities and sports burst into action. Soccer and track started their practices while the National Honor Society (NHS) and Student Council had introductory meetings.

The National Honor Society held an informational meeting on Monday, April 17. Attendees were selected based on their GPA and had the option of filling out an application and cover letter for consideration by the NHS committee. 

“I would define NHS as a welcoming opportunity to connect with our community further while expanding as individuals who can represent Powell High School to the highest standards,” sophomore Aubrey Bear said. “I’m very grateful…to be selected for application, I’ve committed much of my time to my school and keeping my GPA high and it feels like it’s finally paying off.”

Requiring an election instead of an application, the student council met on Tuesday, April 18, to discuss what membership in the student council entails, why students should participate in it, and how to run for office.

“The meeting had a great turnout, with lots of new faces,” junior Audrey Johnson said. “Student involvement is crucial for everything we do. We need members to help us plan, set up, and run the events that make school life so much fun. We can’t reach every single student on our own, so having more members means more perspectives and ideas to explore.”

Other than academic opportunities, the track team started practice over spring break. Even though many people showed up to practice, some felt as though they needed more people.

“I am disappointed with the lack of boy sprinters and distance runners,” senior Liam Taylor said. “Track is important to me because it allows me to test my limits and inspire others to test theirs. I joined because I can’t kick, hit, throw, catch, or do anything that involves a ball…the only way to run a race with spikes is to do so without socks, any other way is undeniably and certainly wrong.”

While Taylor competes in the 800m race and other relays, another aspect of track that keeps students active is throwing.

“I am a thrower [competing in] shotput and discus,” sophomore James Emmet said. “Track is important to me because it keeps me active while being a less intense sport in comparison to my other sports. I joined because I had a fun time in 6th grade doing shotput to avoid running, my siblings also did it, and so I did it in middle school, now I love the sport and all its challenges.”

On the other hand, a sport that does require playing with a ball, soccer started practice recently, and players are more optimistic about their attendance.

“Our freshmen are great players, and they will definitely contribute to our high level of play,” senior Emily Orr said. “Soccer is important to me because it has always been a part of my life. I am looking forward to going to the state and competing at a high level. We have a great chance of winning it all this year, and I am glad that I got to be a part of it.”

As spring brings new blossoms and life, Powell High School is bringing out its spring season activities for many students to enjoy.