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Hillmen Messenger

The School Newspaper of Placer High School

Hillmen Messenger

The School Newspaper of Placer High School

Hillmen Messenger

Josie Jackson, freshman, attempts to cool off in front of one of the temporary AC units in the art building.
Students struggle in uncomfortable classes due to lack of air conditioning
Story by Katie Rector and Halynne Hethcock October 2, 2024

Major improvements to Placer High School’s air conditioning units were not completed over the summer resulting in uncomfortable temperatures...

Student athletes struggles for success
Story by Jamillah Padpad and Halynne Hethcock November 19, 2024

Some student-athletes have a hard time trying to balance their athletics and academics at the same time, showing their dedication and strategies...

Freshman Maddie Woody volunteers at the Key Club table during the Dia De Los Muertos event at Placer High School.
There are many opportunities to volunteer at Placer.
Story by Lia Greene, Messenger Staff Writter • November 19, 2024

Everyone knows volunteering benefits high school students, but where are the best places to volunteer near Placer?  What many students and...

Placer’s new assistant principals join the Hillmen staff
Story by Kathryn Kikosicki, Messenger Staff Writer • October 14, 2024

Placer High School welcomes two new vice principals to the staff over the 2024 summer. KC Wachs-Worden and Jeff Walters are new additions to...

Pro choice should be the only choice

October 24, 2024

Why I don’t have school spirit

December 7, 2023

When it comes to Placer, appreciate what you have before its taken away

November 6, 2023

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