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CHAT News

The Student News Site of Pembroke Pines Charter High School

CHAT News

The Student News Site of Pembroke Pines Charter High School

CHAT News

2025-2026 Staff

Julianna Perez
Editor-in-Chief

Julianna Perez

Hi! My name is Julianna (Juli) and I am the Editor-in-Chief of the CHAT this year! This has been a dream of mine since freshman year so I am super excited to put my all into this year. As a writer for the CHAT for 4 years now, I...

Evan Omana
Digital Editor-In-Chief

Evan Omana

Hey friends! My name is Evan, and I’m the Digital Editor-in-Chief of the CHAT this year! I’m a senior and this is my 3rd year in the CHAT and my second year as Editor-in-Chief. I’m so excited to see what's in store for this...

Janeyliz Baez
Multimedia Editor-in-Chief

Janeyliz Baez

Hi my friends! My name is Janeyliz Baez and I am the CHAT’s multimedia Editor-In-Chief this year. It’s my 3rd and final year in the CHAT and I am beyond excited to help lead our amazing team to create unforgettable pieces...

Marlee Jaworski
Co-Managing Editor

Marlee Jaworski

Hey friends!! I’m Marlee, and I am fortunate to be the CHAT’s second Co-Managing Editor for this school year! I am currently a senior, and it is my fourth year writing for the CHAT. Journalism has been one of my passions sin...

Eri Fatimilehin
Co-Managing Editor

Eri Fatimilehin

Hi everyone! I’m Eri, one of the Co-Managing Editors for the content class this year. I am currently a senior, and it is my third and final year in Newspaper. It has been such a pleasure to write for the CHAT throughout my high...

Amaya Jorge
Managing Editor

Amaya Jorge

Hello! My name is Amaya, and I am the Managing Editor of the digital side of the CHAT. I am currently a senior, and this is going to be my 3rd year in the CHAT. I love travelling, the beach, and baking. I am so excited for wha...

Amanda Quintela
Arts and Entertainment Editor

Amanda Quintela

Hi, my name is Amanda, I’m a senior, and this is my third year in The CHAT. I am this year's Arts and Entertainment editor, and I’m so excited for the series of pop culture moments to come in 2025! I love doing CrossFit, wr...

Madison Casanova
Social Media Editor

Madison Casanova

Hai guys!! My name is Madison Casanova. I am a senior, and this is my second year in the C.H.A.T. and my second year being Social Media Editor. I love playing soccer and I am the captain of our school team and I am committed ...

Krystal Castro
Social Media Editor

Krystal Castro

 Hey Jags! I’m Krystal Castro, the Social Media Editor for the CHAT. I’m a senior, and this is my third year on staff. I love sports, Morgan Wallen, and strawberries, and you can usually catch me driving around in my red Jee...

Madison Connacher
Social Media Editor

Madison Connacher

Hi! My name is Madison (Madi) Connacher and I am a social media editor this year! I am currently a junior, and this is my second year in the CHAT newspaper! I absolutely love to draw and write. I am also a starter of the PPCH...

Adia Smith
Student Life Editor

Adia Smith

Hi everyone! My name is Adia, and I’m this year’s Student Life Editor. I love to read, bake, and binge-watch trash TV in my free time. I’m super excited to write for the CHAT this year and make new friends! If you need a...

Areeba Haq
Clubs Editor

Areeba Haq

Hi guys!! My name is Areeba and I am a senior! This is my third year in the CHAT and I am the Clubs Editor! I love cats, hanging out with my family and friends, and writing! I am so glad I was a part of this amazing newspaper ...

Finn Phelps Crossman
Features Editor

Finn Phelps Crossman

Hi! My name is Finn, and I’m the Features Editor for the CHAT. I’m currently a junior, and this is my third year with the newspaper. I’m super excited to write more stories this year! I also do debate, and in my free time ...

Lizbeth Manoj
News Editor

Lizbeth Manoj

Hello! My name is Lizbeth and I’m this year’s News editor. I am currently a senior and this is my third year writing for the CHAT. I love writing stories and I’m so excited to see what this year has in store for our class...

Daisy Ferguson
Sports Editor

Daisy Ferguson

Hey Jags!!!!!!!!! I’m Daisy, this year’s Sports Editor for the Chat News and I am a Junior. I am really excited for what comes this year and my favorite subject at school is Newspaper. I really do love sports and I have a maj...

Micah Lopez
Community Editor

Micah Lopez

Hello! My name is Micah Lopez, and I am the community editor for the CHAT this year. I’m officially a senior, making this my 3rd year in Newspaper. This class is one of my absolute favorites because of both the content and the peo...

Abigail Wheeler
Alumni Editor

Abigail Wheeler

My name is Abigail Wheeler! I’m the alumni editor and this is my third year working for the CHAT newspaper! This is my absolute favorite class because I always get to meet new people. My favorite things consist of weightlifting,...

Omar Mohsen
Photo Editor

Omar Mohsen

Hello! My name is Omar, and I am the photo editor this year! I'm a senior and this is my 2nd year in the CHAT as a photographer. I also dabble in graphics and frequently collaborate with the graphics team. What I love about photography...

Justin Betancourt
Graphics Editor

Justin Betancourt

Hey! I’m Justin, the CHAT’s Graphic Editor! This is my 2nd year as graphic editor and my 3rd year in the CHAT. When I’m not designing graphics for the newspaper, I love to draw, play guitar, woodwork, hangout with my frien...

Nikhil Karri
Video Editor

Nikhil Karri

Heya, I'm the Video Editor for the Chat this year and Im in the class of 26. I've been in the chat for 2 years now and I cant wait to spend my senior year doing this! Shoutout to Tyler and Omar who no longer need my help. Fee...

Emmanuel Baptiste
JagWire Host

Emmanuel Baptiste

Hi guys! My name is Emmanuel, and I’m so honored to be the host of our school’s podcast, The JagWire. I’m currently a senior and this is my 2nd year in the CHAT, as well as my second year as the podcast host. I brought ...

Loraine Sanchez-Figueroa
Columns Editor

Loraine Sanchez-Figueroa

Hey lovies! My name is Loraine (Lora) and I’m the columns & copy editor of the CHAT this year! I’m currently a junior, and I’ve been writing since I was about six years old. This is my second year in the CHAT, and a ...

Olivia Kennedy
Calendar Coordinator, Layout Editor

Olivia Kennedy

Hello! I’m Olivia and I am the Layout and Calendar Coordinator for the CHAT! This is my second and final year on staff, and I’m excited to bring creativity and organization to our issues. I’m looking forward to designing la...

Divyya Sathiaseelan
Calendar Coordinator

Divyya Sathiaseelan

Hi there! My name is Divyyashree Sathiaseelan (you can call me Divyya or Div), and I am part of the social media team and calendar coordinator of The CHAT. I am a senior, and this is my first year! I hope to learn and gain many e...

Sean Hivon
Equipment Manager

Sean Hivon

Hi, I’m Sean Hivon and I’m a senior. This is my second year in CHAT, I’m a part of the Social Media team. I’m the varsity baseball captain, and I love the Bengals. I’m excited for this year! If you need to reach me y...

Juliette Othon
Equipment Manager

Juliette Othon

Hi! I'm Juliette Othon, a senior and proud to be in my second year with the CHAT newspaper. I'm a passionate photographer, currently working with New Era Prep, and I absolutely love capturing moments through my lens. Some of the th...

Nia Moreno
Celebrations Specialist

Nia Moreno

Hi guys! I’m Nia and I’m a sophomore Celebrations Specialist for CHAT news. This is my first year writing for the CHAT and I’m so excited and blessed to have this opportunity. Since I was in middle school, I’ve always...

Gianna Jaric
Celebrations Specialist

Gianna Jaric

Hi! My name is Gianna and I’m a new writer for the CHAT. Writing has always been one of my strengths and pleasures in life, so I am very excited to be able to do this. After school, I love to play soccer and try all sorts o...

Derek Thompson
Business Manager

Derek Thompson

 Hi, my name is Derek Thompson and this is my first year at the chat. I am excited to both write and organize the fundraising for my junior year. Some of my interests include cars, weight lifting, and playing games. My dream car...

Alejandra Gomez Velasquez
Staff Writer

Alejandra Gomez Velasquez

Hellooo!! I’m Ale and I’m a sophomore. This is my 1st year in Newspaper and I can’t wait to see what’s coming! Writing brings me joy and confidence, especially after finishing a story I’m proud of. I love videogames, ar...

Gabriela Godoy
Staff Writer

Gabriela Godoy

Hi guys! I’m Gabriela Godoy, I’m a student athlete along with being one of your Staff Writers. I’m currently a Junior, and this is my first year working for our Newspaper, although I've been involved within Journalism sinc...

Aniya Williams
Staff Writer

Aniya Williams

Hey guys! My name is Aniya, I’m a sophomore, and this is my first year in the CHAT. I’m really looking forward to meeting new people and getting to make those kinds of connections through newspaper, as well as having the opportuni...

Caroline Curl
Staff Writer

Caroline Curl

Hey friends, I’m Caroline Curl. I am a sophomore and this is my first year being a part of the CHAT news. I am a staff writer, I have always taken a large interest in journalism and writing. Outside of school I enjoy playing...

Malia Nortelus
Staff Writer

Malia Nortelus

Hello! My name is Malia and I’m a staff writer for the Chat. I’m currently a sophomore and this is my first year here. I am really excited for all the stories and interviews I will be doing this year because I enjoy writi...

River Ferguson
Staff Writer

River Ferguson

Hey my name is River Ferguson. I’m a freshman and I am part of our school's digital team and writing team for the chat newspaper. This is my first year being part of the chat and I'm so excited to write and capture moments fo...

Sophia Zernicki
Staff Writer

Sophia Zernicki

Hii Jags, I’m Sophia (Sophi)! I’m a sophomore and this is my first year in the CHAT as a staff writer. I’m overly excited to begin my journey here and be a part of the community. I’m thrilled to use my love for writing to c...

Angelina Planas
Photo Staff

Angelina Planas

Hiii! My name is Angelina Planas, and I’m a junior. This is my first year in the CHAT newspaper, but I’ve been passionate about photography for the past three years. During that time, I’ve been able to capture sports, sc...

Sofia Kiziridis
Photo Staff

Sofia Kiziridis

Hi, My name is Sofia Kizeridis ,I am a senior and this is my first year in CHAT newspapers.I’ve been taking photos for over a year, and took AP photography last year. I’ve loved the process of experimenting with different...

Paige Hennequin
Photo Staff

Paige Hennequin

Hi! My name is Paige Hennequin, I’m a senior and this is my first year in CHAT newspaper. Although it’s my first time working in newspaper, it’s not my first time taking photographs. I have been taking photos for 2 years ...

Gianna Medina
Photo Staff

Gianna Medina

Hii everyone! My name is Gianna, I'm a junior, and I’m a photographer for the CHAT this year! It’s my very first year in the Chat and I’m so excited and blessed to have the amazing opportunity to create amazing photos and...

Kaylah Josue
Video Staff

Kaylah Josue

Hello everyone! My name is Kaylah Josue, and I am a videographer for the CHAT. I am a senior, and this is my first year with the newspaper. Although videography was not my initial passion, I am excited to learn and grow in th...

Amariah Ayum
Video Staff

Amariah Ayum

Hey guys! My name is Amariah (Mari), and I’m a videographer/photographer. I’m a senior, and I’m so excited for my first year in the CHAT! Outside of making videos and taking pictures, I love dance, soccer and music. I’m ...

Jacob Hladek
Graphics Staff

Jacob Hladek

Hey, its me, you’re probably wondering how I got in this situation. I'm a graphic staff here at CHAT, and im currently a sophomore. Everyone here at CHAT is incredible and I'm learning the best ways to improve my graphics ski...

Benaiah Samuel
Graphics Staff

Benaiah Samuel

Hey! My name is Benaiah and I’m a sophomore. This is my first time being in the CHAT Newspaper and I’m super excited about what we are going to be doing in this class. I am part of the Graphics team. I enjoy doing graphics an...

Tyler Parsons
Graphics Staff

Tyler Parsons

Hey gang I'm Tyler, I'm in the digital design section of the Newspaper, specifically on the graphics team. This is my second year with the CHAT, I think everyone here is super awesome especially Justin, Evan as well as Nikhil ...

Gary Smith
Graphics Staff

Gary Smith

Hey guys! I’m Gary, a senior Graphic designer for the CHAT newspaper. It’s my last year in this school, and in the CHAT but I’m so ecstatic for this very last time being here. I want to create as many memories and graphics a...

Abigail Andrisani
Social Media Staff

Abigail Andrisani

Hiii! My name is Abby and I'm a junior. This is my first year in The CHAT Newspaper, and I'm so excited for this upcoming year. I am part of the social media team, and I can’t wait to create content, whether that be on TikTok or In...

Jaren Kelly
Social Media Staff

Jaren Kelly

What’s up, I am Jaren Kelly and this is my first year in the CHAT. As a junior I am excited to dive into the behind scenes of Newspaper. I am also thrilled to show my character as a person, meet new people, and overall have a ...

Mayra Gonzalez
Social Media Staff

Mayra Gonzalez

Hey guys! My name is Mayra, I’m a junior and this is my first year in The CHAT Newspaper. I’m really looking forward to working with the CHAT social media, meeting new people, and sharing creative ideas. I can’t wait to see wh...