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

The Prowler
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 Garcia's 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
Conrad Birdie, played by Scotty Hindy, sings as he is adored by his fans. Last weekend, Starr’s Mill students and teachers put on the classic musical “Bye Bye Birdie.” Though this play is filled with a talented cast, to a first-time viewer the show can be taken in a way the light-hearted play does not intend.

‘Bye Bye Birdie’ appropriate for today’s society?

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
March 13, 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
News to eat waffles with

News to eat waffles with

Mary Jane Gagliano, Simone Bates, Abi Carter, Addie Ellison, James Hindy, and Jordan Owens
February 28, 2020
The Acosta children talk to their parents right before they are deported back to Mexico. The reboot to the late 1990s series “Party of Five” premiered on Jan. 8. The show has been updated to keep with the current problems that some people in America face today while still staying in touch with the style of the classic.

‘Party of Five’ earns five stars

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
February 21, 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
Latin boyband CNCO recently released “My Boo,” a single that merges three different languages into one unique sound. This track arrives four months after the release of their EP “Que Quiénes Somos.”

Latin boyband’s newest single is anything but cliché

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
February 8, 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
The poster for the Marvel Cinematic Universe's first Avengers movie. In these stories the staff of the Arts and Entertainment department list favorite movies, shows, songs, albums, and books of the 2010s.

Best of the 2010s

Jordan Owens, Rachel Laposka, Kathleen Stephens, and Joslyn Weber
January 14, 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 Donahoo's 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 anyone's playlist.

Panther Tracks

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
December 16, 2019
Headlines for post-break depression

Headlines for post-break depression

Addie Ellison, Simone Bates, Mary Jane Gagliano, and Jordan Owens
December 6, 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
After starting his career around the age of 13, Ethan Sak was given a platform to express his views and that is exactly what he does in “Live Another Day.” This song discusses the subject of suicide and lets the listeners know how easy it can be to save a person’s life.

Sak’s new single spreads awareness

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
December 5, 2019

Giving up is not an option

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
November 21, 2019
Ella Balinska, Kristen Stewart, and Naomi Scott prepare to fight. “Charlie’s Angels,” released Nov. 15, is an action-packed movie that will have you dying laughing and on the edge of your seat.

Audiences blessed with ‘Charlie’s Angels’

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
Female rapper Cardi B performs on the Roxy Stage at Music Midtown. Cardi B, as well as Lizzo and Banks, were able to give phenomenal performances at this year’s Music Midtown Festival last Saturday.

Cardi B illuminates the crowd at Music Midtown

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
September 21, 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
Released this past July, “No.6 Collaborations Project” is Ed Sheeran’s newest album. Mixed with many different genres and international artists, Ed Sheeran makes this album, and some of the songs on it, his best yet.

Ed Sheeran’s new album is one to remember

Jordan Owens, A&E Editor
September 18, 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
With Music Midtown on Sept. 14 and 15, everyone, including its viewers, is in preparation for this eventful weekend. Top artists to look out for are Cardi B, LIZZO, Travis Scott, and Cold War Kids.

Music festival bringing star-studded performances to Atlanta

Jordan Owens and Kathleen Stephens
September 5, 2019
Math teacher and varsity girls’ soccer coach John Bowen starts off this year's 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 women's 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
Early last week, the Notre Dame Cathedral caught on fire causing sadness within the country of France. This event was felt in the hearts of people throughout the world, some of whom are right here in Peachtree City.

Hearts of the people go up in flames

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
April 22, 2019
Real Talk

Real Talk

Grace Maneein, Jordan Owens, and Victoria Sponar
April 11, 2019
Dumbo the elephant looks out at the circus crowd as they laugh at him. Dumbo is back on the big screen in Disney’s live-action remake, which was modernized with top-quality technology but lacking anything fresh.

Disney remakes continue to flounder as ‘Dumbo’ fails to take flight

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
April 10, 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

Dual Enrollment is an opportunity for experience

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
Head 2 Head

Head 2 Head

Abri Hausman and Jordan Owens
March 20, 2019
Even though black history is a factor in American history, it doesn’t have much of a presence in the classroom. Instead of cramming so much important information into one month, black history should be taught throughout the school year along with the rest of the required history standards.

OPINION: Black history is American history

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
March 18, 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
Real Talk

Real Talk

Grace Maneein and Jordan Owens
January 30, 2019
Mark Hogancamp takes a picture of the doll replica of himself, “Captain Hogie.” Despite what the box office earnings may demonstrate, “Welcome to Marwen” does not fail to please. This heart-warming movie tells the true story of Mark Hogancamp, the hate-crime victim who overcomes his PTSD through photography.

Critics fail to ‘welcome’ latest heart-warming film

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Real Talk

Real Talk

Sophia Bender, Grace Maneein, and Jordan Owens
January 16, 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
From Oct. 27 to Nov. 7 the French exchange students from the Institution Saint- Joseph Du Moncel experienced life as an American in Peachtree City. Picture of the French Exchange students, Noémie, Enzo, Arthur, Quentin, Ziad, Naomie, Julie, Anouk, Lorélyne, Claire, Anna, Clarysse, Wenli, Léa, and Eloïse along with their teachers. Also in the picture are Brock Spence, Rommy Sierra, Nicole Sierra, Amy Garcia, Abigail Carter, Sierra Ramsey, Sarah Johnson, Sarah Goins, Maggie Simonian, Sarah-Ann Hamilton, Ava Laquian, Chad Evans, Tiana Whaley, Robin Huggins and Jill Snelgrove in front of the entrance to the gym.

French exchange students experience the Bubble

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
November 11, 2018
We need to start using black more than we use African American when describing a black person. Black is a term that people should not be afraid to use and does not need to become a racial slur.

OPINION: Call me ‘black’ not ‘African American’

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
October 29, 2018
Starr Carter, played by Amandla Stenberg, walking the halls of Williamson Prep. “The Hate U Give” shows how teen movies are growing up from their normal romances and talking about issues that are plaguing America. This movie gives an insight into police brutality against black people and it confronts racism against all minorities.

‘The Hate U Give’ changes the way people view teen cinema

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
October 27, 2018
French students from Institution Saint- Joseph Du Moncel will be at Starr’s Mill High School interacting with the students in the school’s first ever French Foreign Exchange Program. The French students have been waiting since May for this event to occur and now it will happen beginning Oct. 27.

French foreign exchange students will soon land in the Bubble

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
September 26, 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
Jamey showing affection to Sierra, not in spite of her size but because of it, shows there is no specific idea of what a person’s “type” should be.

Netflix’s newest original film is no loser

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
September 13, 2018
Rachel Chu confidentially walks over to confront Eleanor Young, her boyfriend’s mother. “Crazy Rich Asians” shows the audience how to let go of outdated traditions and be more accepting to change.

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is crazy-enriching

Jordan Owens, Staff Writer
August 24, 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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