By: Calle Caldwell Fall break offers a much-needed pause between the chaos of the nearing end of first semester and the incoming stress of midterms. It’s a time for students and teachers alike to unwind, reconnect with family, and recharge before finishing out the year and entering second semester. One of the best ways to enjoy your break without stress is to front-load your responsibilities. … Continue reading Find balance during fall break to recharge and reconnect

By: Calle Caldwell With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to start planning how to make the most of the spooky season. From handing out candy to carving pumpkins, there are countless ways to get into the Halloween spirit. One of the most classic ways to spend Halloween night is passing out candy with your family or friends. Whether you’re decked out in a … Continue reading How to spend your Halloween

By: Gabe Woods It’s only a week away from the scariest holiday of the year, Halloween. Next Friday, the night will light up with a variety of costumes that show relative characters, themes, and stories from 2025.  This year has multiple prominent costumes dominating social media. Elphaba and Glinda are taking over costumes across all age ranges. Genies and Paddington have become the most prominent … Continue reading Halloween 2025: here are this year’s costume picks

By Caroline Cope Phones have become an integral part of teenage life: one can easily call friends, stay up-to-date on social media, and even monitor Google Classroom, all with the tap of a finger. Gen Z is the first generation to have the most accessibility to personal electronics–phones, tablets, laptops, wireless earbuds, smart watches–while new technology is always emerging and getting in the hands of … Continue reading How to use phones in a productive manner for academics

By: Cate Eberly As the school year ramps up, it’s important for students to recognize the study strategies they can use to succeed. BHS senior Sara Knee, who holds a 4.0 unweighted GPA and has taken a variety of courses at BHS and through CCP, shared her approach. “I have been in advanced science, math, and English courses since seventh grade,” Knee said. “I’m currently … Continue reading BHS Seniors share study tips for success

By: Cate Eberly As college application season rapidly approaches, seniors begin to narrow their sights on their top schools. Having a solidified list early allows students to make their application as prepared as possible. Though choosing schools out of the thousands globally can seem daunting to students, Bellbrook High School English teacher Mrs. Klepacz breaks down what key factors students should consider. “Do you want … Continue reading Tips for building a college list