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Worship Center Light Upgrade Brings Brighter Future To PCA Performances

The new Worship Center light installment brings a major upgrade to the quality and versatility of upcoming performances and events at PCA. The previous monochromatic, stationary lights, some of which dated back to the 1990s, have been replaced with dynamic, multicolor lights. As a result, we can now bring productions to life in ways not previously possible. The new spotlights offer better color temperatures, creating clearer visuals for both live audiences and recordings. With the option to follow the action on stage and adjust lighting to fit each scene, PCA plays, concerts, and programs can now deliver a more professional and engaging experience. Additionally, full control over the house lights allows technicians to incorporate color changes and movement for special effects, enhancing the atmosphere and impact of future performances. This upgrade not only eliminates the need to rent equipment, which was required last year, but also elevates PCA’s ability to showcase student talent with excellence.

AP Environmental Science Explores Energy Sources

The AP Environmental Science students are currently learning about Renewable and Non-Renewable energy sources in class. As a major assessment for this unit, they have been tasked with creating a group presentation for a specific renewable energy source. Each group is to approach the project as if they were a corporation trying to sell their form of energy to a town that currently uses fossil fuels. They have written a research paper on their topic, designed a sales poster, and created an oral presentation to sell their product in class to a group of "town council members".

I am extremely proud of the work these students have put into these projects and hope that teaching their peers about their energy source will instill in them the knowledge they need to be successful on the exam at the end of the year.