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Kylie Hellyer, Editor-in-Chief

Kylie is a senior at San Domenico. She is the co editor-in-chief of The Panther Press. She loves water polo, reading, and hanging out with her friends.

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“Yellow” marker on an assignment, indicating AI is allowed, but not required. Picture screenshotted from Bristley’s Contemporary Global History Honors class.

From fear to framework: San Domenico’s response to AI in education

Kylie Hellyer, Editor-in-Chief September 26, 2024

Last year, the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence created momentous uncertainty among educators nationwide. In response, San Domenico staff developed a structured color-coding system to clarify...

The Crumbl Cookie box

Crumbl Cookies: Compliments and complaints

Charles: Intro This spring, The Panther Press chose to review Crumbl Cookies, a popular bakery that offers a dynamic menu of six different flavors each week. The Panther Press members tried six...

Kurtzman’s SAT prep book

SAT scores make a sudden return to college admissions

Kylie Hellyer, News editor May 19, 2024

Anyone who has and is currently applying to college understands the guessing game of what ifs and maybes. What if the amount of AP and honors classes I’m taking is not enough? Maybe I should do more...

During low tide, the sunset reflects off the water and wet sand at Bodega Bay, CA.

Photo essay: The beauty that streaks the sky

Kylie Hellyer, News Editor April 22, 2024

There is no denying the beauty of a sunset. As the sun dips below the horizon, the sky transforms into a canvas of vivid hues straight from an artist's dream. The explosion of scarlets, magentas and...

Bolinas Ridge, CA

Bolinas Ridge, CA

Taken at Bodega Bay, CA

Taken at Bodega Bay, CA

Sunset captured in Sausalito, CA.

Sunset captured in Sausalito, CA.

Sunset captured from the cliffs of San Diego, CA.

Sunset captured from the cliffs of San Diego, CA.

Sunset peeking out through the trees at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

Sunset peeking out through the trees at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

Vibrant sunset on the Big Island, HI.

Vibrant sunset on the Big Island, HI.

Sunset expands over Bodega Bay, CA.

Sunset expands over Bodega Bay, CA.

The fog rolls over the hills at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

The fog rolls over the hills at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

Sunset at Bolinas Ridge, CA, overlooking Stinson Beach.

Sunset at Bolinas Ridge, CA, overlooking Stinson Beach.

Sunset in SunRiver, OR. Captured after a leisurely bike ride in the summer air.

Sunset in SunRiver, OR. Captured after a leisurely bike ride in the summer air.

The sunset obscured by clouds in Sausalito. A flock of birds flew by at the perfect time.

The sunset obscured by clouds in Sausalito. A flock of birds flew by at the perfect time.

Taken out the window of a moving car at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

Taken out the window of a moving car at Bolinas Ridge, CA.

The layout plans for the Aquatic Center

Making waves

Kylie Hellyer, News editor March 15, 2024

Whether you are a spectator at a swim meet wishing refuge from the heat, a coach who needs an open place to have a team meeting, or a student who wants extra space to lift weights, the Aquatics Center...

A young girl’s birthday list

The effect of social media on adolescents

Kylie Hellyer, News Editor March 14, 2024

Today, young girls are invading Sephora, strutting in with their mother’s credit card clutched in their manicured palm, and walking out with hundreds of dollars worth of viral Drunk Elephant skincare....

Photo of Kristina Wandzilak holding up a 30 to represent 30 years of sobriety.

From dying to sobriety: Wandzilak’s fierce battle against addiction

Kylie Hellyer, Contributor December 12, 2023

Would you ever guess Kristina Wandsilak, a published author, national speaker, star of her reality TV show, and entrepreneur was ever homeless on the streets of San Francisco, dying alone from a drug overdose? Kristina...

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?

The Panther Press is back with our annual review of the Starbucks holiday drinks. This year there were new drinks and new foods, and a whole new Panther Press group! Our Panther Press team tried five different...

When play becomes pressure: exploring the intensity of adolescent sports

When play becomes pressure: exploring the intensity of adolescent sports

Kylie Hellyer, Contributor November 17, 2023

The young girl runs down the field towards the goal, the ball in front of her. She has a wide open shot. Her heart pumps in her chest, her messy hair is in a low ponytail, and a wide smile lights up her...

Merritt Sellers and Seamus Crain during practice

Sailing proves tougher than you think

Kylie Hellyer, Contributor October 16, 2023

Sailing is a grueling sport that utilizes both mental and physical strengths. The San Domenico sailing team works their hardest to perfect their sport. The team is extremely dedicated; however, many people...

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