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The Viking Vanguard

The student news site of Puyallup High School

The Viking Vanguard

The student news site of Puyallup High School

The Viking Vanguard

Breaking Through the Haze

Patrick Fairbanks, Editor in Chief // Published February 25, 2015

Many high schools battle drug and alcohol issues on a daily basis, as well as the raising popularity of e-cigarettes. To combat these habits PHS has formed a Care Team to work with students and provide...

Professionals Clarify Rumors on Drug Use

Caitlin Kierum, Staff // Published February 23, 2015

Drug use amongst teens in recent years has been changing, according to Dr. Jennie Hendrie, a pediatrician in the Pierce County area. “I do not think that [teen drug use and vaping] is a huge issue...

Athletic program deters substance abuse

Kyle Smith, Managing Editor // Published February 19, 2015

The Athletic Code contains a variety of rules and regulations, one important section of which is the policy regarding drug use and drug paraphernalia. According to the Athletic Handbook, a student...

Student opinion on vaping revealed

Published February 19, 2015

With a variety of different flavors all aimed at appealing to potential consumers, vape pens and e-cigarettes have seen an increase in usage among high school students across the country. Senior Jordan...

Expressive Arts provide outlets

Kyle Smith, Managing Editor // Published January 25, 2015

Students come to high school hoping to cash in on all that school has to offer and this is also true in the case of classes that allow for artistic expression. From jazz to visual arts, the freedom...

Expressive arts provide outlets

Kyle Smith, Managing Editor // Published January 23, 2015

Students come to high school hoping to cash in on all that school has to offer and this is also true in the case of classes that allow for artistic expression. From jazz to visual arts, the freedom...

Architecture mirrors times

Kyle Smith, Managing Editor // Published January 19, 2015

Several renovations and changes have been made to PHS since 1964, with two remodels occurring since then. One remodel occurred in the ‘70s and the other occurred in 1993. One change made was the removal...

Stress causes addiction

Kyle Thomas, Staff // Published November 25, 2014

Approximately 15 percent of high school students abuse over-the-counter drugs, according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse. Unmanaged stress can cause many mental, physical and emotional issues....

Idealized relationships alter goals

Christina Nelson, Staff // Published November 25, 2014

The importance of maintaining a healthy relationship with your significant other can often motivate students to put their academics on the sidelines. Teacher Cassandra Mueller spoke on the need to prioritize...

Lee celebrates family

Rebekah Edgbert, Staff // Published October 24, 2014

Senior Anthony Lee enjoys watching movies, listening to his favorite heavy metal bands and playing video games with his four closest friends. What people may not know about him, however, is his passion...

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