One Quarter Down with New Teachers at BHS

by Sara Wolf Bellbrook High School students were introduced to quite a few new staff member faces this school year. Among many of these were a few–Mrs. Knisley, Mr. Phelps, Mr. Kapka and Mrs. Buedel-Herrman–who all took time to answer questions from students about themselves and how they’ve liked their first quarter here as Golden Eagles. Mrs. Knisley has been teaching for three years and is … Continue reading One Quarter Down with New Teachers at BHS

Salvaging Your Grade at the End of the Quarter

by Sarah Rovinsky Becoming a senior entails that you’ve learned more than a few things outside of the classroom that help when within it. For example, how to salvage your grade(s) at the end of a quarter before report cards are final, and sent to parents. As a senior I’m obligated to share this invaluable information for the benefit of my peers: Actually turn in … Continue reading Salvaging Your Grade at the End of the Quarter

Bittersweet Senior Night for Bellbrook Volleyball

By: Sara Wolf Thursday, October 13 was Bellbrook Volleyball’s loud, exciting and emotional senior night. The girls celebrated their four seniors Abby Crotty, Natalie Galle, Allison Powell and Kaitlyn Urbaniak before they took on Eaton, whom they had beaten earlier this season. Both teams were determined to leave their last league game with a win, but Bellbrook’s home court advantage, loud towel-waving crowd, and bittersweet … Continue reading Bittersweet Senior Night for Bellbrook Volleyball

New NHS Members Get Pinned

by Joey Derrico It’s early October and that means that NHS admission decisions are being made. On Thursday, October 6, current members of NHS went around the school during first period to “pin” newly selected members with a ribbon of the NHS colors. Every year, almost immediately when school starts, prospective juniors fill out lengthy applications for admission into the National Honor Society at Bellbrook … Continue reading New NHS Members Get Pinned

Powder Puff: Bellbrook’s Seniors Take the Field

By: Sarah Rovinsky Bellbrook’s seniors signed up two weeks ago to participate in Powder Puff, which is essentially a role reversal of a typical Friday night football game as girls play football while the boys cheer them on in ridiculous attire. The participants were randomly selected by senior adviser Mrs. Enderson and placed on one of the two teams: purple or white. Both groups practiced separately … Continue reading Powder Puff: Bellbrook’s Seniors Take the Field

Bellbrook faces Franklin at Homecoming Game

By: Carter Caldwell On Friday, October 7, the Bellbrook Golden Eagles faced the Franklin Wildcats in the annual Homecoming football game.  The Eagles returned to their home field after a two-week hiatus.  To fuel student involvement, the Football Moms Club sold “Beat Franklin” tee-shirts during lunch, which bore similarities to the white tee-shirts sold during previous basketball seasons when Luke Kennard played for Franklin.  The shirts … Continue reading Bellbrook faces Franklin at Homecoming Game

Everything To Know About Homecoming Week

By: Sara Wolf It’s time for arguably the most looked-forward-to event of each new school year–Homecoming and all of its activities. This year, Bellbrook High School’s 2016 “Back to the 80’s” themed Homecoming dance is October 8 from 8 to 11 pm. Students can be ready for the usual Homecoming experience with a few more Rubik’s cubes, neon decorations, and 80’s songs than they’ve had … Continue reading Everything To Know About Homecoming Week

Homecoming Dinner? Got You Covered

by Bergen Eppers With Homecoming just around the corner, proposals made and dresses bought, groups are looking for a nice place to eat out on the special night. Based on price, distance (10 miles and under), and reviews, here are the top 10 restaurants to make your night a memorable (and tasty) one: Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant Located in on N Fairfield Road, this Tex-Mex restaurant, … Continue reading Homecoming Dinner? Got You Covered

BHS Students Travel to Wittenberg for Leadership Conference

by Joey Derrico On September 14, BHS students traveled to Wittenberg University to participate in a leadership conference focused on improving school community. The conference was another stop on the Jostens Renaissance tour, a program meant to inspire young people to be the change in their schools. At the conference, BHS students and participants from other local schools joined in listening to motivational speaker Mike … Continue reading BHS Students Travel to Wittenberg for Leadership Conference

Thursday Night Lights Come to Bellbrook

by Lauren Redfern Football season is upon us, and the Bellbrook Eagles entered their first home game on September 8  with a record of 2-0. This game was different than normal since it was on a Thursday night. Bellbrook was part of Fox 45/Abc 22 Thursday Night Lights feature, so the game was broadcast, escalating the excitement. The Eagles played the Tecumseh Arrows, who entered the game with record … Continue reading Thursday Night Lights Come to Bellbrook