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The Penndulum

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The Penndulum

The Penndulum

A sunset over the Ken-Jan farm off Blooming Glen Road.

Each Decision Made Makes a Ripple in Time

Camryn Snyder, Student Writer April 29, 2025

There is no way to ignore the fact that global warming affects the Earth and the people living on it. It is proven that global warming in the 20th century is driven by human activity. The increase in greenhouse...

Fire trucks line up at Pennridge High School for Annual April Showers event

Pennridge High School’s April Showers: A Testament to School Spirit

Ben Forsthoffer, Student Writer April 24, 2025

The annual April Showers event at Pennridge High School has become much more than just a fundraiser. It's a yearly celebration of unity and the power of community coming together for a meaningful cause....

Tuesday, March 11th, 2025, B Day

March 11, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: Boys JV/V Volleyball Home (White Gym) at 3:30 PM & 4:30 PM for OPEN Boys Tri-Scrimmage – Pennsbury & Emmaus Girls V/JV Softball Home (Druckenmiller Playground) at...

Monday, March 10th, 2025, A Day

March 10, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: Boys Varsity Baseball Home (James Memorial Park) at 3:45 PM vs Upper Perkiomen (Scrimmage) Boys JV Baseball Home (North Middle School Baseball field) at 3:45 PM vs Upper Perkiomen Boys...

Monday, March 3rd, 2025, B Day

March 3, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: There are no athletic events scheduled for today. AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT: There will be After School Instructional Support TOMORROW, Tuesday, March 4th, and Thursday,...

Tuesday, February 18th, 2025, A Day

February 18, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: Coed Varsity Unified Bocce Home (White Gym) at 3 PM for OPEN Bucks County Bocce League Championships – Rain Date AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT: There will be After...

Thursday, February 13th, 2025, B Day

February 13, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: There are no athletic events scheduled for today. AFTER SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT: After School Instructional Support will NOT be held TODAY, Thursday, February 13th....

Tuesday, February 4th, 2025, A Day

February 4, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: Coed Varsity Unified Bocce Home (Green Gym) at 3:15 PM vs New Hope-Solebury HS Boys Freshman Basketball Away at 3:30 PM vs Upper Dublin HS Dismiss: 1:15 PM Depart: 1:30 PM Boys...

Wednesday, January 29th, 2025, A Day

January 29, 2025

ATHLETICS/ MR. HEGEN: Coed Varsity Bowling Away (Earl Bowl Quakertown) at 3 PM vs Quakertown HS Dismiss: 1:15 PM Depart: 1:30 PM Coed Varsity Unified Bocce Away at 3:15 PM vs William Tennent HS Dismiss:...

This image shows ethylene, a naturally occurring monomer that is mainly produced in large quantities to make polyethylene, a common plastic polymer. It can be found in natural gas, coal gas and crude oil, also released by ripening fruit.

The Chemistry of Plastic

Alfred Bounds and Domenico Propato January 26, 2025

Despite only being around for roughly 100 years, plastic has become an everyday part of our lives. Known for its convenience, plastic is also known to create significant environmental challenges because...

Pictured is Care & Share Thrift Shoppes's strip mall.

Philanthropy in Fashion

Lucy Obarowski and Audrey Frentzen January 26, 2025

Philanthropy has increasingly woven itself into the fashion industry, particularly in the luxury sector. Brands recognize that social responsibility is not merely a trend but a vital component of their...

Picture taken of a journalism class at Pennridge High School.

New Jersey’s Teacher Shortage Sparks Debate Over Certification Standards

Robby Jackson, Student Writer January 26, 2025

The teacher shortage in New Jersey has prompted significant changes in the state’s education policies. As of Jan. 1, 2025, prospective teachers are no longer required to pass the Praxis Core Test, a...

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