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Good Morning Portville Panthers!

 TODAY IS…Tuesday, September 17th, 2024

It is a “ D “  Day

  Reminder ….The Bee keeping club will be having its first meeting of the school year TODAY after school in Mr. Canfield's room.  Please sign up outside Mr. Canfield' classroom room 218 if you are planning to attend.  

 

Attention all JUNIORS!  There will be a Class of 2026 meeting in the High School Cafeteria during Period X on Thursday, September 19.   You will be receiving important information and papers for your fundraiser and upcoming class events!

Seniors are reminded that Chicken BBQ tickets and money are due today. Also, if you have not turned in permission slip or money for Timbercrest you need to do so ASAP.

 There will be a STUDENT COUNCIL meeting this Thursday, September 19th during Period X in the high school library.  The only students that should be attending are those that were members of the club last year.  As a reminder for anyone interested in being a member this year, applications are due by this FRIDAY!

Attention 7th and 8th Graders….We will hold our FIRST Paw Print Meeting THIS Thursday, September 19th in Mrs. McMahon’s room from 2:30pm-3:30pm.  Join the Middle Grades Newspaper Staff. It’s fun!

Attention all students and faculty!

Interested in different cultures, foods, and people?  Want to build your resume for jobs and colleges?  Come join the Culture Club!  The Culture Club’s mission is to be an organization of students and faculty working to create safe spaces to discuss diversity and provide opportunities to explore diverse cultures from around our world and within our community.   We will be discussing and planning a variety of fun and interesting things related to culture and diversity.  Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 24th during Period X in Room 146.  See Mr. Kicior or Mrs. Pascucci for a pass to attend ahead of time!

 

Attention academic scholars, smart kids & trivia fans! The following is the Academic Club’s question of the day:        What are baby bats called?

If you’re a Jeopardy master or an up and coming scholar who knows a thing or two, show off your skills and get credit for your knowledge. The Academic Club is looking for new recruits! 

The Academic Club lets you flex your mental muscles in the areas of Literature, Science, Math, History, Current Events, Trivia, and more.

Signing up couldn’t be easier. Simply stop in at the main office, and print your name and contact information on the Academic Club sign-up sheet now through Friday, September 22. Spaces are limited, so sign up soon. Successful applicants will be contacted directly.

Practices are held weekly on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Late bus transportation will be available if needed…and finally, The answer to today’s question is:   Baby Bats are called BITTENS!

  Yearbooks are currently on sale for the lowest price of the year!  Plus, if you personalize your book, you will receive four icons for free.  English teachers have flyers that show you ways to place your order.  This offer is good until Friday, September 27th.  After this date, the price will increase. 

Attention Seniors Going to Timbercrest- The forecast for Wednesday is partly cloudy (slight chance of shower) and high of 75 degrees. Perfect day! The morning will be cool so dress accordingly. If you are going to slip n slide away you will want to bring a towel and swimsuit. Also, remember to check the list that are posted (Senior Lounge and Senior Hallway) on what you are to bring for lunch. Finally, you can also bring fishing poles if you would like. We will have access to kayaks and we will be bringing 9 square and other yard games as well!

Now for your PCS Sports News…

Congratulations to the girls JV soccer team on their 3-2 victory against Cuba-Rushford. Ella Warters, Honesty Johnson, and Lexi Brink all recorded a goal. 

The modified girls volleyball team improved their record to 3-0 last night defeating Allegany Limestone.  Leading the way was Layla Hallock12 Aces and 3 kills.Brianna Painter added 11 Aces, Riley Work and Lilly Deck both added 8 Aces. Great job Ladies.  

 

The boys varsity soccer team defeated Falconer/Cassadega Valley last night with a score of 2-1. Colin German scored off a feed from his brother Brady. Then Colin found Braedon Carter for our second. After allowing a goal midway through the second half, the Panthers held them off for the remainder of the game. Chase Armstrong recorded 5 saves. Great game boys!

The PCR JV Football team took on Salamanca last night at Cuba-Rushford. The Panthers put on a stunning defensive performance through three and a half quarters. Holding Salamanca to no points for most of the contest. Dylan Wenke, led the Panthers defense with a huge strip sack to end the half. 

 

The Panthers offense was fueled again by Darren Spring and Sabre Hearne who both came up with major plays at key times in the game; with Spring scoring the team's lone touchdown and Hearne converting on the 2 point conversion. 

The Panthers however fell to the Warriors on a last-minute play with only seconds left in regulation 12-8. They will look to regroup when they travel to Cassadega Valley next Monday night.