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Thornton lectures his students on economics using his own form of currency inside the classroom.

Teaching life lessons through economics

Sydney Wolfe, News Editor March 5, 2019

Economic classes are inspiring students to engage inside and out of the classroom. Through incentives and money talk, students are given the opportunity to perform better and stay involved on campus. A...

Thornton family poses for the camera in Christine Thorntons room. Carly and Katie are seen along side their father.

Three Generations of Thorntons

Leilanie Rios, Staff Reporter September 28, 2018

Many students on campus share the halls with their siblings; however, not many get to share the halls with their siblings, parents, and grandparents! Three generations of Thorntons are at Perry this school...

Funding is main issue regarding school safety.

Funding is the main issue regarding increase in safety

Morgan Chung, Staff Reporter March 23, 2018

In response to the Florida school shooting, parents have been questioning safety measures taken in schools across the nation. Perry is no exception. There are quite a few safety precautions taken here,...

Push for AP is factor in increased test numbers contributing extra funding

Sarah Lankford and Kylie Vacala March 10, 2017

Advanced Placement testing is an opportunity for students to test their knowledge at the end of the year and receive college credit. While these AP tests are beneficial for a student's academic success,...

Agriculture Club: growing success and beauty on campus

Katie Duford, Staff Reporter August 30, 2016

A new club has emerged on campus, hoping to beautify the campus with greenery while also educating students on the benefits of gardening. Agriculture Club, sponsored by Economics teacher Trent Thornton,...

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