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The Viking Vanguard is the news organization for Puyallup High School.

06/20/2024

The PHS Speech and Debate Team recently competed at the World Schools Debate in Des Moines, Iowa. Hailey Kim, Amy-Lynn Clark, and Talyah King represented PHS, each coming home with a trophy. The event was attended by more than 20 teams from 10 countries.
Photo credit: Sarah Sherry

06/09/2024

The class of 2024 is set to head out to a wide variety of futures at the end of this school year. This week, we celebrated all of these students as they declared their plans to continue their education, move into careers, follow their faith, and serve our country.

The 2024 Decision Day assembly was followed by a class confetti toss and trips to student's junior high schools.

Photos by Marg Hermann and Quinn Taute.

06/07/2024

This year marked the first year of the student-run multicultural assembly. The assembly featured presentations and performances that celebrated the diversity of PHS.

“I’m glad we’re starting to do this [multicultural assembly], I hope we continue to do this to bring a more safe and comfortable environment for everyone regardless of where they come from” says senior Giselle who MC’d the assembly.

The well-received assembly will be followed by a culture night event featuring everything the assembly had and more.

06/05/2024

AP Research students spend all school year conducting research studies, practicing their presentations and writing their final papers that are turned in in late April.

These accomplishments are celebrated with the annual Night of 1000 Stars research fair. Students from across the district display their research into a wide variety of topic areas.

06/04/2024

Are you as excited about the yearbook as we are?
Some of our staff met today to add the spring supplement to the book, and anticipation for the release is building.
Keep your eyes out for details about picking up your copy!

05/30/2024

Today, members of Viking Student Media went to Ridgecrest Elementary School to participate in their career fair. They talked to kids about the importance of student media and the opportunities that go with it.

05/29/2024

Sprint to the bookkeepers to buy your yearbook, $65, only 10 left!

05/16/2024

Viking News Networks members Sofia Wilson, JoAnn Laning and Lola Woodburn recently won first place awards at Emerald Ridge’s Clock Tower Film Festival. The contest featured videos from media programs in the Puyallup School District.

05/15/2024

Our yearbook team was recently challenged to create social media posts about teachers and students they want to recognize. This was a fun opportunity to share about someone in their life and practice design skills on the platform Canva. Here are some of our favorites!

05/14/2024

For students in Advanced Placement courses, the month of May means one thing: Exam season. This year, PHS will administer over 1,200 exams to over 550 students.

Students study all year to take AP exams, which can earn them college credit and strengthen their high school transcript. This time of year brings a range of emotions from testers as they prepare to demonstrate what they have learned.

05/09/2024

Watch the newest video on our YouTube channel, The Viking Vanguard

05/03/2024

PLEASE NOTE : THE EMERGENCY DEPICTED WAS A SIMULATION
Today, first responders came to Puyallup High School to perform the annual Arive Alive demonstration. PHS students looked on as some of their classmates acted with first responders to portray an accident caused by drunk driving.

The Arive Alive event takes place prior to Senior Prom and aims to inform about the dangers of driving under the influence.

Photos by Margo Hermann and Grant Huson.

04/19/2024

PHS students took home the victory in the recent South Sound Regional Envirothon in Olymp, WA. Six member team "Sword Fern" placed first in the county and regionally, qualifying them for the state level competition.

Photos courtesy of Katelyn Ervin and the Envirothon team.

04/18/2024

For a few weeks in the spring season, the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, WA offers a variety of attractions, exhibits, and vendors.
While the fair is best known for its popular month-long Fall Fair, this shortened run during the spring features many of the things that visitors enjoy, from the traditional fair scone to the classic rollercoaster.

The Spring Fair will be open through April 21st.

04/17/2024

Several members of VSM were recently recognized at the 2024 National High School Journalism Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. Students competed in media contests, submitting video packages and on-site projects for critique.

Students also took home victories in the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce lipsinc and costume contests.

04/09/2024

This week, members of Viking Student Media traveled to Kansas City, Missouri for the National High School Journalism Conference. Students attended sessions with industry experts, competed in media contests, and connected with other journalists.

There was also a Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift costume contest, which PHS won.

04/08/2024

This weekend, the Daffodil Festival paraded through several towns in Pierce County. The festival celebrates the iconic yellow flower and the Pierce County community. The parades featured a variety of participants, from the festival's ambassadors, the Daffodil Princesses, to floats, and local groups like the PHS Cheer Team.

Photos courtesy of Lisa Gimmestad.

04/02/2024

The Mr. Puyallup competition is an annual tradition that features senior boys who are involved in the school community. The competitors present an entrance walk, a fashion show, and a group dance. This year's winner, Markley Iese, was crowned Mr. Puyallup 2024.

Photos by Grant Huson and Quinn Taute.

03/27/2024

PHS Daffodil Princess Alejandra Gonzalez was recently named queen of the Daffodil Festival. Gonzalez shared her journey to the crown with the Viking Vanguard in our latest issue.

Click the link in our bio to read the story online at vikingvanguard.com.

Photo courtesy of Alejandra Gonzalez.

03/21/2024

These are just some of the PHS Debate Team members that competed in this year's state tournaments. Several Vikings placed in the competition and some qualified for further tournaments.

03/18/2024

The Puyallup High School drama program just finished their production of the musical Mary Poppins.

"I really liked performing in it because I got to do a lot of new things and it is a community of very good people," said junior Giacobbe Whitworth.

Photos by Autumn Pendleton.

03/14/2024

Last weekend, VSM went to the WJEA State Conference in Arlington, Washington. Students attended sessions about journalism and media, met with local journalists, and participated in on-site competitions. All competitors placed in their categories!

Photos courtesy of Sandra Coyer and Katelyn Ervin.

03/04/2024

Don't miss out on these memories. Your opportunity to purchase the 2023-2024 PHS yearbook is running out. Reserve your copy today!

Photo by Autumn Pendleton.

03/01/2024

Congratulations to VSM's own advisor Sandra Coyer! Coyer was recently elected Director-at-large of the Journalism Education Association (JEA).

"I'm just so proud of her. She works so hard, she deserves it!" said senior JoAnn Laning.

Logo courtesy of JEA.

02/21/2024

Located among the other shops at the South Hill Mall, Game On! is a favorite of local game enthusiasts. The small business serves as a community gathering place.

Click the link in our bio to read more about this local game store on vikingvanguard.com.

Photos by Reagan Jones.

02/15/2024

Happy Valentines Day from VSM! This Valentines Day, our editors shared why they love VSM.
If you are interested in getting involved with newspaper, yearbook, or video productions, visit us in room 162 in the CTE building or sign up to take one of our classes! We want you to be our valentine! 💜

02/07/2024

There are only 90 yearbooks left and they are going fast! Don't miss out on the memories of this school year! Visit the bookkeeper today to reserve your copy while you still can.

#20232024

02/06/2024

Based on the 2004 graphic novel, Netflix's new animated series "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off" offers a fresh take on the popular story. Graphics Editor Ezruh Hacker broke down what made the series a hit in Issue 5 of The Viking Vanguard.

To read the full review, click the link in our bio to visit vikingvanguard.com.

Graphic by Ezruh Hacker.

01/18/2024

PHS students may recognize this specific Puyallup snow plow. Last spring, Puyallup Public Works brought some vehicles to the school and talked with students about jobs and opportunities. Students were invited to sign a special Viking snow plow.
With the recent cold weather, the PHS snowplow has been prepared to take on its first snow day.

Photo courtesy of Eric Johnson.

01/09/2024

The PHS Snow Ball TOLO will be from 8 to 11 PM January 19th at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center.

Make sure to purchase your tickets from the bookkeeper or online through the QR code. Prices will increase as the dance approaches.

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