What is Bellbrook’s infatuation with Siesta Key?

By Caroline Cope As spring break approaches, Bellbrook students and their families are preparing and finalizing their spring break vacation plans. The most popular destination for Bellbrook students — especially upperclassmen — is Siesta Key in Florida, which is located just south of Tampa. Siesta Key is a gorgeous white-sand beach, and the average March and April temperatures range from the mid 70s to the … Continue reading What is Bellbrook’s infatuation with Siesta Key?

How to prepare for a protest

By: Nora Scarbro The first amendment grants Americans the right to “peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” In other words, to protest. When protesting, you are displaying your opinions, meaning some people might disagree with you. With that in mind, it’s important to prepare to stay safe and express your opinions effectively. Before going to a protest, there are … Continue reading How to prepare for a protest

How to commit to college stress free

By: Alexis LeMieux Senior year is a stressful time for many between college applications, staying on top of work, and participating in extracurriculars and other events. Through the right preparations, the process can be all the more easier.  “As much as you can, enjoy the process,” Bellbrook High School counselor Andy Hartley said. “I would say to take your time and look at all the … Continue reading How to commit to college stress free

Senior photos take time and planning

By: Alexis LeMieux As high school seniors wrap up their school year, they will want to have something to remember the year by. What is the best way to commemorate? Senior photos.  A lot of planning must be done beforehand: but, how? First, you must begin with selecting your photographer. This requires a little bit of research looking online on social media and visiting photography … Continue reading Senior photos take time and planning

What students are asking for Christmas in 2025

By: Gabe Woods The holiday season has begun with many forming their Christmas wishlists, quickly picking out gifts for friends and family. At the top of many wish lists this year comes new pieces of technology. The iPhone 17, released earlier this year, has become one of the most popular gifts. Its new camera and AI-abilities have drawn in customers to put it at the … Continue reading What students are asking for Christmas in 2025

How to prepare for midterm exams

By: Calle Caldwell Midterm exams often hit students faster than expected, bringing a sudden rush of stress and last-minute studying. At BHS, midterm exams are worth 20% of the semester grade, making them an integral part of the final grade for a class. But how should students prepare for them? When time is limited, studying efficiently is important. BHS senior and peer tutor Roshan Patel … Continue reading How to prepare for midterm exams

Enjoy fall and holiday menus at coffee shops

By: Calle Caldwell As fall settles and the holidays near, the growing excitement around seasonal drinks from iconic coffee brands grows. For many coffee lovers, the release of the fall menus at Starbucks, Dunkin, and 7Brew marks the beginning of the holiday season. BHS teacher Paige Lewis shares that she looks forward to their release each year. “I have a group chat of all of … Continue reading Enjoy fall and holiday menus at coffee shops

Black Friday is a dying deal

By: Gabe Woods Stores and companies are gearing up across the country to prepare for their Black Friday events. These retailers get ready for their busiest day of the year, having some of the largest sales across many of their products.  Even though almost all major retailers continue to have deals on Black Friday, the anticipation and participation of this day has drastically changed in … Continue reading Black Friday is a dying deal

How to create a perfect Friendsgiving

By: Gabe Woods As the holiday season has begun, Thanksgiving is next on the list. In recent years, “Friendsgiving” has become a popular event among younger ages, where friends get together in a potluck style, with each person bringing their own dish to share. When planning this event, it’s important to create the right atmosphere. Using decorations like candles, pumpkins, and fall decor can help … Continue reading How to create a perfect Friendsgiving