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

The Prowler

Jordan Owens

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor

This is senior Jordan Owens's second year as a member of The Prowler staff.  She is the Arts & Entertainment Editor.

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For those feeling the loss of their favorite TV shows because of COVID-19, do not worry because Netflix has amazing original shows that are just as compelling and binge worthy. Some of them are “On My Block,” “Rhythm + Flow, Self Made, and Nailed It!

Worth the binge

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
April 11, 2020
Senior Amy Garcias favorite song at the moment is Any song by ZICO. This upbeat track is recommended to pull anyone out of a slump.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
March 15, 2020
“The Last Lecture” is an autobiography about the life of author Randy Pausch, a computer science and human-computer interaction and design professor at Carnegie Mellon University. When Pausch learns he only has months left to live, he takes to lecturing one last time, educating his students on how to make the most out of life with limited time.

[Photo] Panther Reads

Rachel Laposka, Staff Writer
March 7, 2020
“The Bell Jar” by Sylvia Plath is a semi-autobiographical novel that explains the hardships young women face in the real world. The novel draws parallels between the main character, Esther Greenwood, and the author, reflecting the mental lapse Plath experienced while writing the novel.

[Photo] Panther Reads

Rachel Laposka, Staff Writer
February 23, 2020
Junior Ishani Peddi’s favorite song at the moment is “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane. The song was written by Grace Silk and refers back to the book “Alice in Wonderland.”

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Kathleen Stephens, Staff Writer
February 16, 2020
Economics and current issues teacher Walt Ellison talked about the first book he had ever fully read, “Hollywood Hulk Hogan.” With this autobiography of the famous wrestler Hulk Hogan, Ellison shows students and teachers alike that a person does not need a lengthy novel to become interested in reading.

Panther Reads

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
February 12, 2020
The newest single from up and coming artist Lauv keeps with the romantic heartbreak theme that he is known for, while also adding a more upbeat pop tone that fans will love. “Tattoos Together” and the other 20 songs on his debut album “how i’m feeling” are set to release on March 6, 2020.

Artist Lauv creates another hit

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
January 30, 2020
History teacher Susan King discussed the book “Where the Crawdads Sing.” This murder mystery follows a girl named Kya as lives in the south in the 1950s when celebrity Chase Andrews is murdered.

Panther Reads

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
January 12, 2020
Sophomore Jared Donahoos favorite song as of right now is Heartless by The Weekend. This track is described as a chill song and is suggested to be put on anyones playlist.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
December 16, 2019
This segment of “Panther Reads” features Chad Phillips, head coach of Starr’s Mill’s football team. Phillips describes “Killing Patton” by Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard as a novel focusing on uncovering the conspiracies surrounding World War II General George S. Patton Jr.’s death.

[Photo] Panther Reads

Rachel Laposka, Staff Writer
December 7, 2019

Giving up is not an option

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
November 21, 2019
Right now “Low” by Todrick Hall is Dhara Padiar’s favorite song. This hip-hop track is suggested because no matter what mood you are “Low” will be able to put in a better one.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
November 11, 2019
For senior Emelia Gapp her current favorite song is “Should Have Known Better” by Sufjan Stevens. This song may not sound like it, but it has a deep and dark meaning about the artist’s troubled past.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Kathleen Stephens, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
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[Photo] Panther Reads

Rachel Laposka, Staff Writer
November 2, 2019
Twenty-year-old Layton Greene has now made a name for herself with the release of her new EP “Tell Your Story.” This six-song EP tells stories about Greene that will let her audience truly know the kind of artist she is, from how Greene grew up to her love experiences.

Turning struggles into success

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
October 29, 2019
Spanish teacher Laura Alldredge recently sat by the ocean with a nice, entertaining book. Alldredge particularly liked “Two Like Me and You” not only because the author shares the same college as her, but as well as this novel was a nice change from the author’s previous books.

Panther Reads

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
October 29, 2019
Not all favorited music has to be lyrical, and for senior, Abigail Willis, she prefers soundtracks instead. Willis says her current music obsession is the “E.T.” soundtrack

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Kathleen Stephens, Staff Writer
October 20, 2019
Senior Julissa Sanchez favorite song right now is “Mi Gente” by J Balvin and Willy Willam. This shows how the students of Starr’s Mill listen to various songs in many languages.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
September 28, 2019
In this week’s episode of “Panther Reads,” Starr’s Mill English teacher Dr. Lela Crowder praises “The Book Jumper” by Mechthild Gläser. This young adult fantasy novel fills avid readers with envy as the main character, Amy, adventures through well-known novels.

[Photo] Panther Reads

Rachel Laposka, Staff Writer
September 21, 2019
Sophomore Madison Prince says “gone girl” by Iann Dior and Trippie Redd is her current favorite song. This upbeat and fast-paced rap song is helping to build a name for this new rap artist.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Kathleen Stephens, Staff Writer
September 14, 2019
After going down the road of nostalgia, senior Zachary Livsey recommends “Smooth Sailing” by Queens of the Stone Age. Formed in 1996, this rock band continues to make music after over 20 years and seems to still be reaching the ears of some Starr’s Mill students.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
September 5, 2019
Math teacher and varsity girls’ soccer coach John Bowen starts off this years edition of “Panther Reads.” Bowen talks with The Prowler about “The National Team: The Inside Story of the Women Who Changed Soccer.” He further explained the role the United States womens soccer team has in the world right now.

Panther Reads

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
August 24, 2019
Sophomore Adam Sands recommends the song “Crimson and Clover” by Tommy James & the Shondells. The song peaked at number one on the U.S. charts in February 1969 and is featured in an album of the same name.

[Photo] Panther Tracks

Kathleen Stephens, Staff Writer
August 22, 2019
Natasha Kingsley and Daniel Bae, played by Yara Shahidi and Charles Melton, discuss fate and love. “The Sun Is Also a Star” is a new teen romance film that is not just the normal cliché. This movie also shows the struggles that youth deal with in their lives.

Destined for greatness

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
May 23, 2019
As the school year winds down and so many people count the days left, I am not. In fact, avoid counting down the days at all cost because it serves no purpose besides stressing people out.

OPINION: What’s the point?

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
May 21, 2019
Senior Jaqueline Laureno recommends “Mikrokosmos” by BTS. This K-pop song is the third one on their newest album “Map of the Soul: Persona,” and it is helping the group break more language barriers than they already have.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
May 17, 2019
Last year I realized that straightening my hair is another form of oppression, so I decided to experience what it was like to only wear my hair naturally for a year. As a result of this, I was able to connect with myself and identify the kind of person I am.

Becoming naturally me

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
March’s Golden Apple recipient, Rick Wright, poses with Tim Monihan from Farmers Insurance. One of the most important things to Wright is that the students at Starr’s Mill have meaningful experiences during their high school careers.

Golden Apple – March 2019

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
March 29, 2019
Over Spring Break Starr’s Mill students will travel to France for the second part of the French Foreign Exchange Program. French teacher Jill Snelgrove will accompany ten of her students on the trip.

Au revoir!

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
March 28, 2019
In the first edition of Panther Reads, Jon Gloer, one of the U.S. history teachers at Starr’s Mill, talks about the WWII nonfiction story “Flyboys,” a true tale of heroism and leadership.

Panther Reads

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
March 16, 2019
Angie Thomas’ second book, “On the Come Up,” lives up to expectations set by her first book, “The Hate You Give.” Through her new protagonist, Bri Jackson, Angie Thomas is once again able to tackle heavy-hitting topics while keeping her readers entertained.

Straight to the top

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019
Real Talk

Real Talk

Abri Hausman and Jordan Owens
February 27, 2019
Gloria Fuentes struggles to decide whether to go back to the middle of a shootout to save a man’s life or to save her own life in the action film “Miss Bala.” This remake, released on Feb 3, disappointed audiences for not living up to the Spanish version that came out in 2011.

New but not improved

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
With exams starting this week, the stress is as high as it has ever been this semester. Though instead of letting it consume you, let it be something you can use in order to make your grades better.

It’s okay to be stressed out

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
December 15, 2018
Boredom is something can and should be used as a motivator. It can make you try new things, cause you to get things done, and not sit around being lazy.

Boredom is a motivator

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
November 27, 2018
Although it is 2018, women are still not being taken seriously and much of that is because of the revealing clothing that is being marketed toward women. There should be more options for modest clothing so that women can be respected for their minds instead.

Cover up!

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
September 19, 2018
The series finale premiere of “The Originals” shows us how this is more than any other teen drama show. As the Mikaelson family goes through their final battle together, they show us what it really means to be family.

Family, always and forever

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
August 22, 2018
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