What is better? Being an early bird or a night owl?

By: Cate Eberly Someone who is an early bird can be characterized by going to sleep early, waking up early, and generally having more energy in the first half of the day. On the other hand, night owls tend to stay up late, sleep in late, and have more energy in the second half of the day.  Some positives about being an early bird are … Continue reading What is better? Being an early bird or a night owl?

Ohio prepares for the start of the Fall festivities season

By Delaney Dine The start of the pumpkin patches, apple orchards, and fall festivals is upon us. Visiting these attractions is a fun way to spend time with friends and family while celebrating the season.  “You have to romanticize the season changes,” English teacher Ms. Lewis said, “Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ohio, and post-fall is a little dreary. We have … Continue reading Ohio prepares for the start of the Fall festivities season

How to use phones in a productive manner for academics

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

BHS Seniors share study tips for success

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

The student section brings the spirit to the beginning of the Bellbrook Eagles football season

By Caroline Cope The Bellbrook Eagles Football team has kicked off their season, and the student section couldn’t be more excited. Zoe Howard, a senior at BHS, was chosen to be one of the student section leaders. Howard tries to lead by example and bring on the school spirit at the football games. “I feel that some people don’t want to do something nobody else … Continue reading The student section brings the spirit to the beginning of the Bellbrook Eagles football season

Back to school events bring excitement and community to the start of the year

By Delaney Dine Throughout the hustle and bustle of back to school, there are events popping up each week to look forward to. There is something for everyone, including underclassmen, seniors, and even staff members.  Participation in activities such as football games, spirit days, or pep rallies builds the bonds of not only the Bellbrook community but also the high school community. “I’m a big … Continue reading Back to school events bring excitement and community to the start of the year

Tips for building a college list

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

How to make the most of your summer break

By: Kaylee Simmons Summer break is one of the most anticipated times of the year for high school students. With months away from textbooks, early alarms, and busy schedules, it’s a good opportunity to relax, grow, and prepare for the future. But how can you make the most of it? Here are five meaningful and fun ways for high schoolers to spend their summer.  1. … Continue reading How to make the most of your summer break

Stay connected with your community by volunteering

By: Alexis LeMieux With summer coming up, many will be left with free time. What better way to fill that gap than with some volunteer time? There’s a lot of different ways one can volunteer. Whether it be within your own school, or going out into the community to get some time in. “There’s a lot of things in our school that can help you … Continue reading Stay connected with your community by volunteering

OPINION: What I’ve Learned – advice from a journalism student

By Brendan Clementz For my last article at Bellbrook High School, I’ve decided to go offbeat and write about my experiences in Journalism and what I’ve learned while in it. I’ve found these lessons important in both the practice of article-writing and life in general. One of the first lessons I learned in Journalism was the unfortunate truth that sometimes you have to write what … Continue reading OPINION: What I’ve Learned – advice from a journalism student