By: Rachel Giffin This time of the year, we see an increase of colds, coughs, and everything in between. It’s really impossible to go through our daily lives without coming into contact with these unfortunate illnesses, but protecting yourself is completely within bounds. Is our only option to lock ourselves away and become hermits? Not exactly. But limiting contact with potentially contaminated surfaces is advised. … Continue reading Sharing Is Not Caring
by Ally Keefer As we get past the first few weeks of school, we all start remembering the pain of waking up each morning. The night before, we are either catching up on homework or making sure that we are caught up on our Netflix homework. Either way, around 11, some of us decide we should probably head to bed. Then, at 6 a.m. the … Continue reading How to Survive Early Mornings
By Sarah Rovinsky After four years of hard work, it’s finally here. Bellbrook’s Seniors are impatiently approaching their graduation ceremony Saturday, May 21, at 2 p.m. in Trent Arena and a representative cap decoration is crucial. For those with a severe case of senioritis, lack of inspiration, or both, here are some helpful tips. I recommend your local craft store for supplies. For more ideas, … Continue reading Hats Off to Bellbrook Seniors
By: Jackie Thompson Royal Drene, the first synthetic (no-soap) shampoo was developed by Cincinnati’s very own Proctor & Gamble in the mid-1930s. The product was an instant hit. By the 1970’s, synthetic shampoos were used daily by most Americans to wash their hair. But what about prior to the advent of the modern shampoo? What methods did earlier Americans use to clean their lovely locks? … Continue reading The “No ‘Poo” Movement
By: Jackie Thompson Ah, the grad party. As if 12 years of school with the same people wasn’t enough, these beloved get-togethers give you the opportunity to meet their relatives! If you’ve never ridden the grad party circuit before, all the invitations piling up can seem daunting to say the least. Here are a few tips to ensure your survival: Bring a Friend: The Buddy System … Continue reading Grad Party Survival Guide
By Anna Starkey After spending four semesters in Newspaper, here are nine things that I learned from my interesting experience: Procrastination is a slippery slope… Once you start, there is no stopping. Missing one deadline becomes missing three articles and having an F in newspaper. Instead of waiting until the night before a deadline, I plan to start all of my papers MUCH earlier in college. I … Continue reading What I learned from high school journalism…
By Sarah Rovinsky Since 2011, film fans have sparked an unofficial holiday known as Star Wars Day on May 4 with all things dedicated to the blockbuster sci-fi franchise. “May the Fourth Be With You,” a play on the films’ catchphrase “May the force be with you,” has become an annual occasion for enthusiasts to celebrate the saga in a number of ways that just … Continue reading From One Galaxy to Another: Happy Star Wars Day
by Casey Murphy 1) How to shower with curly hair Shampoo and curly hair get along as well as Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders. That being said, don’t shampoo but once a week or even once every two weeks. Although when it comes to conditioner, the more the better! Personally, I use a handful of conditioner every shower. IMPORTANT: Let the conditioner sit in for … Continue reading Curly Hair giving you trouble? Don’t get tangled up!
By: Jackie Thompson Foreign languages are becoming increasingly prevalent in today’s education system. Most students are roped into some sort of foreign language requirement whether in high school or beyond. Here are a few tips for struggling foreign language students and aspiring polyglot alike: Free language resources galore: There are tons of apps on the market devoted to foreign language learning. Duolingo is a great … Continue reading How to Learn a Foreign Language (By Yourself!)
by Alyssa Rogers Finding the perfect prom dress is stressful. Once you have that, then you have to decide how to wear your makeup. Choosing colors and types can be extremely overwhelming. Try using this guide if you’re stuck…(and trust me, you’re not the only one stuck). GENERAL RULES OF THUMB FOR ALL GIRLS GOING TO PROM: Make sure to wear foundation that does not … Continue reading The Perfect Makeup for your Perfect Prom Dress
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