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The School Newspaper of Placer High School

Hillmen Messenger

The School Newspaper of Placer High School

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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 in some classrooms.  This raises the question of how hot...

The varsity football team lines up against Rio Linda.  (Courtesy 2024-25 Placer yearbook staff)

Do student athletes struggle with pressure and high expectations?

Story by Amaya Zebroff and June Gallo September 27, 2024

Student-athletes put countless hours into their sport and schooling, and they are expected to have a great work ethic and the ability to manage their time well. Being a high school student with such high...

With California in a drought, this summer may be the hottest summer yet

Story by Keara Chorn, Messenger Staff Writer May 10, 2022

With the prolonged drought worsening throughout California, this year may have the hottest summer yet.  There have been many prominent instances of extended droughts throughout our state’s history,...

Gas prices increasing in California

Story by Keara Chorn, Messenger Staff Writer March 22, 2022

Gasoline prices have already been increasing gradually each year in California, however, there has been a dramatic increase in its cost recently. The average regular gas prices in our state have reached...

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