Steven Cline & Gerald Smith are two adorable sophmores. From looking alike to devouring Pizza Rolls, these guys have a ‘bro-tiful’ relationship. Marie Smith and the “ME” caught up with them for an interview. Mustang Express: How long have you been friends with your bro? Steve: Three Years ME: Where did you meet you bro? [...]
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Heard in the Halls: February
“If we were stuck on a deserted island I would eat your triceps.” “Holy Willy Wonka guys!” “Can you put me in your speech? I’ll give you $5.” “When I’m rich I’m going to foreclose on the United States.” “Why do all the wrestlers look like Slim Shady?” “I’m a virgin, hardcore.” “I can’t get [...]
Energy Drink Evaluation
Each day, at some point or another, many of us begin to feel tired and need a jolt of some description to keep us going. It can be all too easy to reach for a delicious energy drink and keep on moving, but how often do we actually consider the contents of our sugary, vitamin [...]
Aubrie Noelle Nansen
On January 21st, 2012, Ponderosa opened its arms to Aubrie Noelle Nansen. At 8.7 pounds and 20 inches, this beautiful baby girl arrived at 10:34 pm. Students, Staff, and the Mustang Express wish to congratulate Mrs. Nansen. Welcome to the Stang Gang, Aubrie!
Another Successful Period for the Wrestlers
Wrestling is a sport that requires focus, dedication, commitment, team unity, and unending drive. Although it technically lasts four months, the practice that goes into it takes much longer. Not only does the team travel to camp over the summer, increasing their skill and camaraderie, but also most of the young men who wrestle at [...]
Heard In The Halls – January
Please tell me it’s a chocolate fountain! “Are you biting your hand?” “No, I’m massaging it with my teeth.” I know what a caucus is! Gosh, Dan Denton is a sexy manimal. Ever wonder what it’s like to be a shark? It’s not like we are throwing heroin-soaked grapes at midgets. “Someone told me you [...]
Hidden Treasures
Due to their involvement with the PHS Yearbook, two students and their photography talents are often overlooked. Mckenna Bird and Andrianna Katsioleris are two of Ponderosa’s finest when it comes to picture taking, proven by the contests that they have won and their work as co-photo editors for this publication. Mckenna is currently a junior [...]
Understanding Senioritis
What is Senioritis? Senioritis is an inflammation of the confidence gland and, in some cases, the ego. This life-altering epidemic often occurs in young adults before their high school graduation. Typically, this illness results in significant increases in lethargy, apathy, and general indifference for the ending of their educational careers. Instead, sufferers favor improving their [...]
FCC Bans Loud Commercials
In recent news, President Obama has given the FCC the authority to ban commercials that are louder than the TV program being watched by viewers in the US. The act, called the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation, or CALM will regulate the amount of decibels that can be used in commercial ads. In a Gallup poll, [...]
Ponderosa’s French Program
At the end of the hallway, past the library doors, sits classroom 108, home to Ponderosa’s French classroom. This is the entirety of a foreign language program for students who take French. The French room is a colorful place, filled with cultural posters and symbols, parts of speech borders, conjugated verbs, and phrases to help [...]
The Mountain Reigns
The age-old debate of skiing vs. snowboarding has become more and more prolific, with a recent rise in the number of snowboarders. Skiers argue that boarders are reckless while flying down the mountainside. On the other hand, snowboarders criticize how skiers are obnoxious, carving from side to side, blocking any chance to pass them. With [...]
The Whole Guaca-Molé
While sitting in Mr.Molé’s classroom, a student will undergo a multitude of feelings including laughter, joy, fear, confusion, and, most of all, respect. This perfect combination makes Mr. Molé a common favorite among his students. His stand-out teaching style allows his students to gain a great amount of knowledge, and everything is hidden behind his [...]
