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The student-run online newspaper for Starr's Mill High School

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Ella Bissonnette

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer

Sophomore

2nd year with The Prowler 

 

I like to bring a fun side to journalism by telling dad jokes. My favorite artist is Taylor Swift. I am involved with the school. I play varsity softball and participate in many clubs. I love Cherry Coke!

All content by Ella Bissonnette
Taylor Swift is a truly real and relatable superstar. Not only is she inspiring joy in the world, but she is saving the economy as well.

Taylor Swift: The music industry

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 29, 2023
Senior Eileen Simmons has been selected as the 18th Player of the Week. Head coach Mark Williamson selected her for her leadership.

Eileen Simmons

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
JV girls basketball head coach Peyton Dean talks to her players. The young team showed lots of potential in Wednesday night’s win against Woodward Academy 26-14.

JV girls basketball shows potential as season begins

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
Lady Panther flag football secured the fourth seed going into the region tournament. Although the girls have lost to East Coweta in the past, they have improved since the last time they played them.

Flag football focused on growing as postseason begins

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 14, 2023
Millie Bobby Brown was just on the cover of “Glamour” for Woman of the Year. She is taking massive steps in her career and her life–owning her own beauty brand, being a successful actress, and becoming a best-selling author.

Millie Bobby Brown: Defying the standards

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
Pinch of Positivity

Pinch of Positivity

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Ella Bissonnette, Kaylan Cape, Eliah Richards, and Parker Sobczak
November 2, 2023

[Video] Sports Update

Clio Long, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
Spooky, scary KICs

Spooky, scary KICs

Micah Freeman, Ella Bissonnette, Madi Handley, Jason Hill, Tori Poliak, and Eliah Richards
October 28, 2023
The drama program is preparing for the One Act regional competition where they will perform “9 to 5.” They performed great under the pressure of a 55-minute time limit.

‘9 to 5’ prepares for region

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
October 25, 2023

Real Talk

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
October 24, 2023
Juniors Emily Purcer and Micah Seitz danced together to a Rihanna mix. They won the student choice award.

[Photo] Dancing with the Pantherettes leaves the crowd amazed and entertained

October 17, 2023

Pinch of Positivity

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
October 16, 2023
Books and movies are some of the most popular sources of entertainment. Staff Writers Clio Long and Ella Bissonnette share their thoughts on which is better.

Head 2 Head

Clio Long and Ella Bissonnette
October 10, 2023

Sports Update

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023

Coach’s Corner

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023
Head coach Mark Williamson talks with the varsity team following their loss to Langston Hughes, 20-0. Despite losing the scrimmage, the team continues to learn the game as the second season of the program begins.

Flag football learning, improving as sophomore season begins

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
September 29, 2023
Four sophomores pose after their homecoming proposals. The week ends with the homecoming dance on September 30 from 7-10 p.m. in the gym.

Homecoming proposals are back!

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
Falling into KICs

Falling into KICs

Micah Freeman, Ella Bissonnette, Chloe Fitzsimmons, Tori Poliak, Eliah Richards, and Madeline Therriault
September 22, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo just released her second album, “Guts.” This album is fun, sad, surprising, and so much more. “Guts” is available on all streaming platforms.

Step in the right direction

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
September 13, 2023

[Video] Sports Update

Clio Long, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023
Hurricane KICs

Hurricane KICs

Micah Freeman, Katie Johnson, Adaleigh Weber, Ella Bissonnette, Caroline Drez, and Tori Poliak
September 1, 2023

Sports Update

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
August 24, 2023
Real Talk

Real Talk

Ella Bissonnette and Clio Long
August 14, 2023
Mark Williamson has been teaching and coaching at Starr’s Mill for 15 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to him.

Fond farewell, Mark Williamson

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 26, 2023
Madeline Rodriguez has been teaching at Starr’s Mill for over 20 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to her.

Fond farewell, Madeline Rodriguez

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 26, 2023
Connie Patterson has been counseling at Starr’s Mill for 25 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to her.

Fond farewell, Connie Patterson

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 25, 2023
Dr. John Odom has been the Starr’s Mill Choral Director for 19 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to him.

Farewell to, Dr. John Odom

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 25, 2023
Kelly Metcalf has been teaching at Starr’s Mill for six years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to her.

Fond farewell, Kelly Metcalf

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 24, 2023
Craig Martin has been teaching science at Starr’s Mill for 25 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to him.

Fond farewell, Craig Martin

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 24, 2023
Valerie Hughey is retiring from her duties of ESOL teaching. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to her.

Fond farewell, Valerie Hughey

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 23, 2023
Jodi Christensen has been teaching at Starr’s Mill for 18 years. The Panther family gives a warm goodbye to her.

Fond farewell, Jodi Christensen

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 23, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
May 17, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
May 11, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
May 10, 2023

[Video] Review: Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
May 5, 2023
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Ella Bissonnette, Adebola Adepoju, and Jae Ardoin
May 5, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
May 4, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
May 2, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 27, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 25, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 20, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 18, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 13, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
April 11, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 30, 2023
History teacher Rebecca Rickeard is March’s Golden Apple recipient. She was selected by last month’s recipient Jill Snelgrove for her positive teaching style.

Golden Apple – Rebecca Rickeard

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
March 30, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 28, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 24, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 23, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 15, 2023
Rainy but regenerative KICs

Rainy but regenerative KICs

Cecily Shaber, Drew McCarthy, Ella Bissonnette, Jenson Mahr, Mateya Petrova, and Agnes Sorensen
March 10, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 10, 2023
Thursday was the Starr’s Mill’s premiere of ”Anastasia: The Musical.” The musical is an adaptation of the 21st Century Fox animated movie “Anastasia” from 1997 starring Meg Ryan. From the costumes to the choreography, “Anastasia” was a truly wonderful musical.

True journey to the past

Katie Johnson and Ella Bissonnette
March 8, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 3, 2023
Freshman Julianna Biel recently watched the Netflix series “Outer Banks.” It is a show with treasure hunts and multiple plot twists.

Panther Flix

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
March 1, 2023
Sophomore Scott Stevens has been selected as the 11th Farmers Insurance Player of the Week for the winter sports season. Stevens was chosen by head coach Josh Reeves for being a team player.

Scott Stevens

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
February 17, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
February 16, 2023
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Ella Bissonnette, Jessica Doyle, Mateya Petrova, and Jax Rainey
February 15, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
February 14, 2023
The first step you take into a store, all you see is Valentine’s Day junk. Valentines Day is just another way for companies to make revenue, completing overlooking the purpose of the day.

Opinion: For the love of money

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
Read these KICs

Read these KICs

Cecily Shaber, Katie Johnson, Crista Alarcon, Jae Ardoin, Ella Bissonnette, and Michael Carrillo
February 11, 2023
Sophomore Mia Jardot advanced out of the county level GHP interviews in biology. Jardot credits her parents and teachers for her success.

Mia Jardot

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
February 10, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
February 9, 2023
“Basement Jack” is the fourth song on Steve Lacy’s album “Apollo XXI.” The song talks about coming to terms with sexuality.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

February 9, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
February 7, 2023
Real Talk

Real Talk

Adebola Adepoju and Ella Bissonnette
February 2, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
February 2, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
January 31, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
January 26, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Katie Johnson and Ella Bissonnette
January 24, 2023
KICs to replace your short-lived resolutions

KICs to replace your short-lived resolutions

Cecily Shaber, Adebola Adepoju, Ella Bissonnette, Jenson Mahr, and Mateya Petrova
January 22, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
January 19, 2023
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Adebola Adepoju, Ella Bissonnette, Michael Carrillo, and Adaleigh Weber
January 18, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
January 12, 2023
Freshman Kimberly Palmer read “Shatter Me” by Tahereh Mafi. “Shatter Me” is about a girl discovering her abilities and herself.

Panther Reads

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
January 11, 2023
Jessica Tatum is currently listening to “Soul of a Sailor” by Kenny Chesney. It reminds her of her cousin.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

January 10, 2023

Uproarious Jests

Ella Bissonnette and Katie Johnson
January 10, 2023
Waving goodbye to KICs

Waving goodbye to KICs

Caroline Hubbard, Shaila Bah, Ella Bissonnette, Madi Handley, Micah Freeman, and Adaleigh Weber
December 11, 2022
Junior Owen Dixon has been selected as the third Farmers Insurance Player of the Week for the winter Sports season. Dixon was chosen by head coach John Steiner for his supreme leadership skills and his mentoring personality.

Owen Dixon

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
December 9, 2022
Chorus director John Odom ranks the Bible atop his list of favorite books. Many believe this book is an instructional text related to how to live your life.

Panther Reads

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
December 6, 2022
Golden Apple - Christie Leanza

Golden Apple – Christie Leanza

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
December 1, 2022
Sophomore Gabbie Moore is listening to “Life Rolls On” by Florida Georgia Line. The song is about someone meeting a significant person then moving far away from them.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

November 28, 2022
Freshman Sloane Hudgens is listening to “Fancy Shoes” by The Walters. The song is about missing loved ones.

Panther Tracks

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 18, 2022
With exams approaching, coursework and studying is piling up. Semester exams are scheduled for December 13-16.

Exam exemptions return to pre-COVID rules

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
HOSA members take a group photo at their annual leadership conference in Athens, Georgia. Starr’s Mill placed 4th with the recruitment poster and 5th with the mental health action digital brochure.

HOSA places at fall leadership conference

Ella Bissonnette, Staff Writer
November 11, 2022
Holding out for KICs

Holding out for KICs

Caroline Hubbard, Jae Ardoin, Shaila Bah, Ella Bissonnette, Micah Freeman, and Adaleigh Weber
November 4, 2022
Panther Perspectives

Panther Perspectives

Adebola Adepoju, Ella Bissonnette, Adeline Harper, and Ashton Lewandowski
November 4, 2022
Real Talk

Real Talk

Katie Johnson and Ella Bissonnette
November 2, 2022
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