Bah! Luv-bug!
February 12, 2010 • written by Margaret Cross
Filed under Opinions
A room the color of the reddest roses. Candles sputtering faintly in the dimming twilight. A table for two decked out with beautiful china and mouthwatering food and delicacies. The perfect setting for a romantic Valentine’s Day meal. Only guess what? It’s not for you! Many people fail... Read more »
Basketball team aims for State
February 12, 2010 • written by Ashley Fowler
Filed under Sports
Over the years, it has become an unwritten rule that the veterans guide the team–any team. However, the varsity boys’ basketball team has definitely broken this rule, before it could become a “real” one. Coached by David Owen, and led by juniors and sophomores, the team is sitting... Read more »
New schedule: not so bad after all?
February 12, 2010 • written by Lauren Haley
Filed under Opinions
Lately students and teachers have been hearing a lot of rumors concerning next year’s schedule. Luckily, The Panther’s Prey’s own Jessica Ferrell cleared up the rumors up in her “6+1=7, right?” article. Next year, the bell schedule will not change. All students will still... Read more »
Future doctors, teachers, historians to emerge from Bartlett High
February 12, 2010 • written by Laura Sledge
Filed under News
Who was the daughter of Zeus and Demeter? Most people probably do not know the answer to this question. However, beginning in the fall of 2010, many students may have the opportunity to become familiar with classical mythology and a number of other subjects not previously offered. In mid-February, students... Read more »
Love fills the air, but boring gifts get you nowhere
February 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under Features
In case that blood-red aisle in the grocery store hasn’t given it away, Valentine’s Day is here (again). With this day, of course, come the three most popular gifts: cards, flowers, and chocolates. These standard, overrated presents do not allow buyers to show neither effort nor creativity... Read more »
CD Review: V.V Brown exhibits 50’s retro glam on debut album
February 12, 2010 • written by Macy Linton
Filed under Reviews
As if the world didn’t have enough tall, gorgeous British songstresses with beautiful voices, here comes another one. When it comes to the business of being famous, V.V Brown is like a kid in a candy shop, grabbing at a little bit of everything and stuffing it in her pockets for later. Not that... Read more »
Fashion history repeats itself
February 12, 2010 • written by Ashley Fowler
Filed under Features
Emilio Pucci, Manolo Blahnik, Dolce & Gabbana and Vera Wang are all fashion designers who have been made famous by the celebrities who wear their designs. Each year, as the seasons change, they create new looks that more affordable clothing lines incorporate into their line up. This year, while creating... Read more »
News Brief: Griffin gets spotlight
February 12, 2010 • written by Kimberly West
Filed under News in Brief
Science teacher Lorraine Griffin was awarded the title of Mid-South Teacher of the Week by Channel 3 News. According to her students, she was nominated for her ability to make a difficult subject easy and for the close bond she shares with her students. Channel 3 reporter Tim Simpson and a camera crew... Read more »
Make-up snow days might melt summer
February 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under News
Frosty the Snowman might have been a jolly happy soul, but he melted before he had the chance to go back to school. This past Monday was Snow Day #5 for the Shelby County School system, and while most students (especially seniors) jumped with joy, others worried about having to make up for these days. Though... Read more »
News Brief: Prom committee pleads for pics
February 12, 2010 • written by Kimmy West
Filed under News in Brief
With Prom only two short months away, the prom committee is hustling to create the perfect night for the upperclassmen. Toward that end, they are creating a slide show of childhood photos for the seniors. Anyone who wishes to contribute pictures should send them to Laura Houston in SC-1 or Jana Radford... Read more »

