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Feature/Opinion, School Community

OPINION – Was the BHS Pep Rally a Flop?

By Emma Forshee On Friday, October 28, the BHS cheerleaders hosted a pep rally in the main gym. Students and teachers cheered for the fall sports teams as senior Benton Yoxtheimer announced all of their outstanding accomplishments this past season. The room reverberated with the sounds of the BHS Marching Eagles flashing instruments. Cheerleaders enthusiastically displayed their stunts and encouraged student participation through games and cheers.  … Continue reading OPINION – Was the BHS Pep Rally a Flop?

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School Community, Sports

Cross Country runners finish strong

By Claire Webster Whether they’re on the course or at practice, cross country runners are running, because running is life. Cross country practices occur at Bellbrook’s course behind Bell Creek Intermediate, or they go to Beavercreek to run on bike paths. “On the other days, we meet near the stadium and run to various places nearby like the middle school, downtown, or the course,” sophomore … Continue reading Cross Country runners finish strong

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School Community, Sports

Mikuya Ford runs to state championships

By Tommy Dickman Junior cross country captain Mikuya Ford has had an impressive season with a state qualifying time of 16:28 and 24th place at the Troy regional meet. Ford started the season with a time of 17:02 at the Bob Schul invitational at Milton-Union. His times continued to drop until he ultimately reached his new 5K personal record of 16:24 at the Anna Rocket … Continue reading Mikuya Ford runs to state championships

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School Community, Sports

Sleep and confidence help Women’s Tennis win sectional matches

By Jacob Grismer Bellbrook Women’s tennis team won the league and the first singles player junior Maya Brink won sectionals three consecutive years. What’s the secret to their success? Senior Kirsten Thomas, who played first doubles for sectionals this season, said the answer was simple: “I just wing it.” She added, “I usually take a nap before my matches.” Both players agree not playing well … Continue reading Sleep and confidence help Women’s Tennis win sectional matches

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School Community

Concerns alleviated over water quality at high school

By: Kirsten Thomas Students at Bellbrook High School have been concerned about the water quality in fountains at the school. For weeks, the filters have been on “red status.” Having questionable access to purified water has been a concern for students and staff members alike in recent weeks.  Students who drink the water report that it “has an iron-y taste,” and one student said, “It … Continue reading Concerns alleviated over water quality at high school

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Lifestyle, School Community

Fat Bear Week 2022 Crowns Champion

By Grace Krane Bear 747 ran (well, most likely meandered) to the Fat Bear Championship during Fat Bear Week 2022. The hotly contested title was declared at the end of Fat Bear Week, October 5-11.  Courtesy of:  https://explore.org/fat-bear-week Over 90,000 students, teachers, and bear-fanatics participated in Fat Bear week 2022. The Fat Bear Week fans completed brackets and daily surveys to vote on which selected … Continue reading Fat Bear Week 2022 Crowns Champion

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School Community

Students face restrictions on school internet

by Tommy Dickman and Brock Fortman Students and teachers alike have been affected by restrictions within the school networks whether it be websites, images, or even advertisements. This is because of the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA), legislation from the Federal Communications Commission implemented to try and create a safer internet in schools and libraries. Access to media for reports or presentations is highly restricted. … Continue reading Students face restrictions on school internet

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School Community

Marching Eagles revamp their competition show 

by Brock Fortman The Marching Eagles underwent several changes to their competition show, titled The Architect. Former Bellbrook bands director and now program coordinator Mr. Carbone traveled from South Carolina to work with the group on a better-shaped show in preparation for their upcoming competition at Mason. Carbone implemented many changes including a complete revamp of half a movement and the inclusion of a sledgehammer … Continue reading Marching Eagles revamp their competition show 

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Arts and Entertainment, School Community

Bellbrook welcomes local artist as a new art teacher

by Ten Bottemiller Mrs. Shannon Parsons started working as an art teacher at Bellbrook High School this year. She teaches several art classes, including Drawing and Painting, Arts and Crafts, Art 1, and Art 2. “I taught printmaking for two years at Stivers School for the Arts and 7th Grade Art for three years at Middletown Middle School,” Parsons said. “I came to Bellbrook because … Continue reading Bellbrook welcomes local artist as a new art teacher

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School Community, Sports

Bellbrook Varsity Football proves relentless

by Juliana Packard Bellbrook varsity football is on a hot streak this season. The streak started when Bellbrook won the game against Miamisburg 24 to 13. Since that game, Bellbrook football has not lost a single game including a close win against Monroe 10 to 7 on October 14. The boys on the team are “unstoppable” to fans.  Senior Sam Barhorst is ranked number three … Continue reading Bellbrook Varsity Football proves relentless

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