Fall

Girls’ and Boys’ Soccer Not Paused in Pandemic

As we have all been experiencing, 2020 has been filled with uncertainties and strange new realities that have been difficult to adjust to. For many students, it has become mandatory to deal with the effects of a global pandemic, including our student athletes. With practices being pushed back later in the year, limited spectators, and social distancing being enforced, our teams of Kangaroos have been forced to adjust to these new changes for this crazy…

Flex Frustrations Faced By Students

Stress is rising in Terryville High School, and so are the frustration levels of students. Students are exasperated about the flood of changes that have taken place at Terryville High School including the second year continuation of revised grading policy, the hiatus of troop, and the creation of a new school charter focused on making a more positive environment for all students. But one of the most hotly debated changes at Terryville High School is…

Lady Roos Volleyball Sets Up Success for Next Season

The THS Girls Volleyball Team served up realness this year with many new players this season, as many spots opened up after the graduation of many seniors last year, including Captains Kristine Gutierrez, Cara Andrews, and Hailey Marin. The Lady Roos worked hard on improving their communication skills throughout the season and put in a consistent effort, striving to improve individually and as a whole. Even so, they finished off the season 3-12 this year. …

Boy’s Soccer Team Looks Hopefully Towards Future

     The whistle blows and the action begins! Our boy’s soccer team kicked off another game with high hopes of bringing home the win. The Roos Boy’s Soccer Team had some tough competition this year, with schools like Northwestern, Litchfield, and Housatonic. And, unfortunately, despite the boys’ strong efforts, they did not make it into the state tournament this year. The boys finished the season with a record of 3-13, however, next year they…

School Activites

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland: Fall ’18 Play in Review

This past November, the THS Drama Club put on their production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. The production was considered a great success for both cast and crew. After putting in several hours of work both during and after drama club hours, the curtain finally opened on November 8th at 6:30pm. The show went on for three more show days, with four performances, including one on Friday night and two on Saturday. The plot of…

School Activites

Spirit Week 2018: Rise of the Tierney’s

     A high school tradition, an annual rite of passage, and a week of spirit-driven festivities, Spirit Week is a great way for students to show their school spirit, their true personalities, and their varying creative skills. From Freshmen to Seniors, hall to hall, students participated in various events. The week kicked off with a wave of USA spirit: ‘Merica  Monday. Students and teachers alike dressed up in patriotic attire: American flag pants, red tutus,…

Miscellaneous

Editorial: The Truth Behind Pushing Academic Limits

       At the beginning of the third week of school, I dropped out of what many consider the hardest advanced placement course offered at Terryville High School: AP US History. This decision, though was only made in the span of two weeks seemed to haunt my brain for months. This choice was not an easy one- but it does not make me a quitter.        I have always considered myself a…

New Teacher Q&A With Mrs. Chiasson and Mr. Fuller

Olivia Gilbert and Kassie McCarthy of the THS Newspaper Club met with and interviewed the newest staff additions at Terryville High School. Here are some interesting and fun facts about these teachers. Mrs. Chiasson, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and ALL teacher What was your first job? I worked at a daycare, and I also taught Kindergarten students with special needs for 3 years. What is your favorite food? My favorite food is eggplant parmesan- I…

District News

Welcome Back!

Welcome back to the Plymouth Public Schools Newspaper! We are off to a great start for this year. There will be a lot in store for this fall and new school year, which can be found below. Stay tuned for more updates, as we will be periodically adding new articles to the website. Spectacular Fall Events: Does the thought of dressing up in costumes for Halloween get you through October? Have you always wanted to…

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