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Alan Crawford, Dexter Opps, and Dallin Waite pose with their diplomas after graduation.
TRUSTEES’ SCHOLARS AWARD
A variety of activities were laid out for the freshman and sophomores for WYTOPP Reward Day.
WYTOPP REWARD DAY
Janie Wilcox gives a tearful thank you to SkillsUSA state officers at her last state conference.
WORLD CLASS WILCOX RETIRES
Michelangelos in the Making: Janicia Ramirez and Geo Dilworth rise to ceiling level to paint the mural in the commons, laughing and having fun while doing so.
POWELL: SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Isaac Fransway edits his poem ‘Beyond The Scale’, which won an honorable mention.
WRITING TO SUCCESS
Egg prices have made an effect on Powell store’s ability to provide eggs for their customers.
THIS IS NO YOLK
PHS seniors Nayeli Esparza, Brenna Henderson, and Jordan Black sing "Riversong" in their senior ensemble.
ANDANTE
PHS Teachers Mrs. Lenita Moore, Mrs. Tammy Schiermeister, Mrs. JoEllen Varian, Mrs. Amy celebrate the success of their students at graduation.
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon talks to robotics members about the importance of engineering in our future.
SAYING GOODBYE
John Fabela proudly poses for a photo, holding the band’s Superior Rating award.
BAND’S SUPERIOR NOTES
Kati Sears celebrates with her students after sharing about the award.
MUSIC TO OUR SEARS
Powell High School SkillsUSA members pose for a group photo before continuing to compete.
SKILL THRILL
The old peanut butter compared to the new, but is there really a comparison?
DON’T MESS WITH MY JIF
Physical and audible options are available for those digesting literature.
AUDIOBOOKS IN SCHOOLS
Thomas Shuman and Ben Smith share their appreciation for energy drinks.
ENERGY DRINKS: YES OR NO?
Isaac Dunsey lies on the ground, crumpled in a ball, crying in response to the AP exams.
AP-OCALYPSE
Ashton McDaniel, Deeanna Gibson, and Casey Thormahlen sit on a hill outside Powell High School and ponder.
WHEN WILL IT END???
PHS junior Curtis Muecke participates in the ice bucket challenge.
THE ICE BUCKET IS BACK?
PHS tennis team practices their tennis skills through drills.
SPRINGING INTO TENNIS
The much-anticipated Wyoming 3A State Tournament comes to Casper.
STATE BASKETBALL: TIME TO REFLECT
Wrestling Head Coach Nick Fulton shouts out to a competitor during their match.
FULTON FOR LIFE
Junior Audrey Johnson runs and leads one of her many events.
HOME ADVANTAGE
The calm before the storm for hurdles at the meet.
HEADLINES AT HOME
Twenty-four new members were inducted into the society at the ceremony.
PUTTING THE HONOR IN NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
With the first semester of 2023 coming to a close, many questions are being proposed by grade levels of all ages.
COLLEGE READINESS
Powell-Shoshone FFA members gather at the Wyoming FFA Fall leadership conference to gain leadership and connections.
DOING TO LEARN
Downtown Powell, decorated for Christmas, at night.
SAMPLE THE SEASONS
"I just want everyone to find a home and through that our chapter can do that and my team can do that." 
TALKING WITH THE PRESIDENT: FFA
From left to right, Peyton Hamilton, Avery Lane, James Love, Marty Welling, Ashlynn Fink, Jimmy Dees, Scout Sullivan, and Kyle North celebrate the conclusion of the Summer Food Program. Photo courtesy of Rachel Knights.
AIDING THE HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY
The speech and debate team prepares for their tournament.
DON’T HATE IT, JUST DEBATE IT
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Seniors Chase Anderson and Anna Bartholomew work on homework in the library. The Powell High School library is where many students go to work on college classes rather than check out and read books.

A NEW PAGE IN THE CHAPTER

Gabby Paterson, Editor-In-Chief
April 3, 2023
Members of the Panther boys swim team gather around senior Kobus Diver’s lane as he swims his 500 yard freestyle. Diver placed eighth in this event.

STATE BOYS SWIMMING

Gabby Paterson, Editor in Chief
March 7, 2023
Freshman Coy Erickson and junior Addy Thorington both go up for a block in a game against Rocky Mountain. This past weekend, the Lady Panthers placed third at the 3A West Regional competition.

ALL NET

Gabby Paterson, Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2023
Members of the Panther boys swim team gather around senior Kobus Diver’s lane as he swims his 500 yard freestyle. Diver placed eighth in this event.

DIVING DEEPER

Gabby Paterson, Editor in Chief
February 21, 2023
A photo displaying a quote from George Orwell at the Newseum in Washington D.C. The Newsuem is run by the Freedom Forum who stresses the importance of the First Amendment.

SEEKING THE TRUTH

Gabby Paterson, Editor in Chief
February 9, 2023
From left, seniors Logan Jensen, Keenan Wenzel, Nathan Dupont, Morgan Hobbs and Ryan Cordes pose for a picture at the homecoming football game. Homecoming is one of the many experiences that allows PHS seniors to make their final high school memories.

WE’RE ALMOST THERE

Gabby Paterson, Editor in Chief
February 7, 2023
Panther wrestling head coach Nick Fulton assists junior Jeremy Harms with a bloody nose after a match on the mat.

STATCHAT: READY TO RUMBLE

Gabby Paterson and Emma Johnson
January 24, 2023
Many PHS juniors and seniors take dual enrollment classes through Northwest College. These students have the opportunity to take a variety of classes alongside traditional college students.

TOO FAR AHEAD

Gabby Paterson, Editor in Chief
January 24, 2023
From left, seniors Kalin Hicswa, Daniel Merritt, Ethan Cearlock, junior Kik Hayano, and senior Syndey Spomer sit around their designated table as they prepare for the competition.

WHAT IS…SECOND PLACE?

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
December 13, 2022
Pictured here is a hearty bowl of chicken and gnocchi soup.

SOUP OF THE MONTH

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
December 2, 2022
A photo displaying a Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) flyer posted in a hallway of PHS. This flyer does not include a logo; it includes only meeting times and the name of the club which adheres to school policy.

CLUB REGULATIONS

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
November 22, 2022
The Lady Panther Swim and Dive stands on the podium with the trophy after winning the East Absaraka Conference Championship for the second year in a row.

AND WE’LL DO IT AGAIN

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
October 28, 2022
Junior Addy Thorington tosses the ball up for a serve during a game against Red Lodge on Oct. 4.

STATCHAT: REVVING IT UP

Nathan Feller and Gabby Paterson
October 13, 2022
Junior Keegan Hicswa tosses the ball up for a serve during a match against Kelly Walsh. Keegan Hicswa and doubles partner Kalin Hicswa fell to Kelly Walsh in the first two sets.

ORDER IN THE COURT

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
September 20, 2022
Northwest College gives PHS students an opportunity to take a variety of classes on their campus.

[Photo] TOO MUCH CREDIT

Nathan Feller and Ethan Cartier
September 16, 2022
Bob Smartt, Lady Panthers Girls Swim coach, stands on the podium after he wins the annual AquaBike World Championship.

TRAINING SMARTER

Gabby Paterson, Associate Editor
September 13, 2022
Senior Jenna Hillman walks across the stage at graduation and receives both her honors ropes and diploma from Mr. Steve Lensegrav and Mr. Tim Wormald.

FAREWELL CLASS OF 2022

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Associate Editor
May 24, 2022
Panther goalie, junior Holden Cooper, goes to block a goal during their game against Worland on April 25.

STATCHAT: TURNING THE CORNER

Jimmy Dees and Gabby Paterson
May 2, 2022
Senior Dakota Hansen beat boxes to the popular hymn “Amazing Grace” in the SA Choir (Soprano-Alto Choir) at All Northwest in Spokane, Washington.

TAKING IT UP AN OCTAVE

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
March 31, 2022
An image depicts the reality of cancel culture in our modern-day world.

CONGRATS YOU’VE BEEN CANCELED

Gabby Paterson and Emma Brence
March 9, 2022
Senior Kyler Warren swims freestyle at the conference meet in Douglas. Warren placed sixth in the 100 meter freestyle and tenth in the 200 meter freestyle.

KISS MY SPLASH

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
February 11, 2022
PHS junior and Dano Alumni Owen Fink smiles for the camera at the top of a peak on one of his Dano backpacking trips. Fink is heading to Washington D.C. to become a Senate Page for the remainder of his junior year.

HE’S A WASHINGTON MAN

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
January 18, 2022
Protesters gather outside Cody Regional Health in efforts to protest the Biden Administrations new vaccine mandate. This mandate requires all healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated by Jan. 4.

THE SHOT HEARD AROUND THE WORLD

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
November 22, 2021
The Lady Panther swim and dive team stand on the podium after placing third at the 3A state championship.

MAKING A SPLASH

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
November 9, 2021

GIRLS’ SWIMMING SENIOR NIGHT

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
October 20, 2021
PHS Girls Swimming coach, Bob Smartt, stands on the podium after winning his age group of 65-69 year old men at the World AquaBike Championship on September 12.

BETTER WITH AGE

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
September 21, 2021
The PHS girls track team poses with their plaque after winning the state championship title.

STATE CHAMPIONS

Gabby Paterson and Nathan Feller
May 28, 2021
PHS freshmen scored above average on WY-TOPP testing, whereas sophomores had mixed results.

BEYOND REPAIR

Gabby Paterson, Prowl News Editor
May 24, 2021
Park County Public Health nurse gives sophomore Emma Short Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine at the vaccine clinic held at the high school on April 28.

CALLING THE SHOTS

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Reporter
May 11, 2021
PHS senior Kobe Ostermiller high fives one of the assistant coaches, Ryan Brown, on his way to the dugout after a successful inning.

HEY BATTER BATTER

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Reporter
April 22, 2021
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ logo is shown. It details the four values that contribute to their mission of leading coaches and athletes to a growing relationship with Christ.

CLEARING HURDLES

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Reporter
April 13, 2021
A shot of the Colorado landscape taken by sophomore and Prowl reporter Gabby Paterson on her solo return flight from Orlando, FL.

ALONE IN THE SKY

Gabby Paterson, Prowl reporter
March 31, 2021
The three Trustees’ scholarship recipients (from left) CJ Brown, Jenna Merritt and Elsie Spomer and STARR scholarship recipient Maggie Cappiello pose by the panther statue at the front entrance of the school.

ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE

Addy Moretti and Gabby Paterson
March 31, 2021
Senior Matthew Hobbs proudly displays the shark he caught while deep sea fishing off the coast of Florida.

REEL IT IN

Gabby Paterson and Addy Moretti
March 23, 2021
Junior Zach Ratcliff passes the ball off to avoid the Lovell defense Feb. 26

STATCHAT: THE HOME STRETCH

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Reporter
March 10, 2021
Placing fourth on Gabby Paterson's top-10 list, this white chocolate salted caramel mocha from Second Street Coffee is shown in all its glory. 

CAFFEINE (ain’t) FREE

Gabby Paterson, Prowl reporter
March 1, 2021
The PHS boys’ swim team wears bright pink swim caps to support their head coach, Stephanie Warren, who is battling breast cancer. 

IN THIS TOGETHER

Gabby Paterson, Prowl reporter
February 14, 2021
PHS junior, Kaili Wisniewski squares up to the basket for a free throw in the Powell-Cody game on Jan. 30

STATCHAT: WINDING DOWN

Nathan Feller and Gabby Paterson
February 9, 2021
PHS graduate Danell Bransetter and senior Sami Cole selling Cole's baked goods at the local farmers market this summer.

PROWL PICK: SAMI COLE

Gabby Paterson, Prowl Reporter
February 1, 2021
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