The Bell-High Chapter of NHS taps new inductees

Senior Julia Fleck (blue) pins her younger sister sophomore Lauren Fleck (pink).  By: Evi Fromm The Bell-High National Honor Society officers tapped the chapter’s newly accepted inductees during first period on Monday, January 18, at Bellbrook High School. “I was very shocked, but also happy and relieved when my name was called,” new inductee sophomore Kaitlyn Puchalski said. “Submitting my application for NHS took a … Continue reading The Bell-High Chapter of NHS taps new inductees

Filters back on green — does it make a difference?

by Brendan Clementz For the past month, the water filters at water bottle fountains in the school have been at “red” status, and have just now been changed and have gone back to “green.” So what does it take to get the filters changed?  Water filter meters on fountains school-wide return to green this week. Bellbrook High School Principal Mr. Hann said, “The district maintenance … Continue reading Filters back on green — does it make a difference?

HOSA hosts Masquerade Winter Formal

By: Kaylee Simmons Every year Bellbrook High School has a Winter Formal that all their students have the option to attend and enjoy. Each year there is a different theme and this year that theme is Masquerade. At a masquerade, everyone can wear masks and be really creative with it. Most students love the theme. Students will get a mask with their ticket that they … Continue reading HOSA hosts Masquerade Winter Formal

Bellbrook High School reacts to Ohio State winning the College Football National Championship

by Caroline Polen When Ohio State defeated Notre Dame in the College Football National Championship on January 20, the game gained about 22.1 million views, making it the most-watched non-NFL sporting event.  When students and staff at BHS were asked their thoughts on the game, their answers varied. “We only root for the Buckeyes,” English Language Arts teacher Julie Giles said. “We are so happy … Continue reading Bellbrook High School reacts to Ohio State winning the College Football National Championship

Local scholarships open up for BHS seniors

By: Evi Fromm Bellbrook High School Counseling secretary Kiki Kramer posted a Google Form application regarding local scholarships awarded to Bellbrook Seniors by the community. Filling out this one application, every student is automatically applying to over 35 scholarships only available to current BHS seniors. The application is due on February 20. “It is so important to fill out the Local Scholarship Application if you … Continue reading Local scholarships open up for BHS seniors

Senior Austin Webb achieves the 1,000 point milestone 

By:Jordan Frantz Senior Austin Webb surpassed 1,000 career points on December 28. The Eagles traveled down to Hilliard Davidson High School in Columbus, where Webb only needed one point to reach 1,000.  Webb scored the first points of the game by hitting a 3 pointer. This basket made Webb a member of the 1,000 point club. The Eagles ended up losing the game; however, Webb … Continue reading Senior Austin Webb achieves the 1,000 point milestone 

BHS is building a better weight room through private donations

By: Kaylee Simmons Weight rooms in schools are becoming a much bigger thing now. There are now more students and sports that use the weight room at school. “I think everyone’s understanding the value of strength training for their own personal fitness,” Charlie O’Dell, the athletic director at Bellbrook High School, said. “I think everyone understands that having a strong foundation or strength for your … Continue reading BHS is building a better weight room through private donations

Mia Nazarenus dives into her senior season

By Caroline Polen Mia Nazarenus is a senior on the dive team at Bellbrook high school. She has been on the dive team all four years but has been diving for a total of 10 years.  “My past seasons with the team have gone really well,” Nazarenus said. “I have shown improvement each year. My expectation going into this season is to make it to … Continue reading Mia Nazarenus dives into her senior season

Students at BHS give back to the community through food and hygiene drives

By: Jordan Frantz and Alexis Lemieux Over the past few weeks, a variety of clubs at Bellbrook High School have been giving back to the community. The school has had three food and hygiene drives that have all been donated to a local group in need. Student Government, AF JROTC, and Kindness Club have helped gather items and distribute them to the Bellbrook Community Center.  … Continue reading Students at BHS give back to the community through food and hygiene drives

Feasts, family, and fun: What students loved most about Thanksgiving break

By: Claire Cutting Bellbrook-Sugarcreek schools are back in session after being on Thanksgiving break from November 23 to December 1. Thanksgiving is a holiday focused on food and family, but there are many traditions and memories that every individual family makes. The students at Bellbrook High School reflected on their favorite part of the break. “Honestly, I just loved sleeping in every day,” senior Samantha Schulz … Continue reading Feasts, family, and fun: What students loved most about Thanksgiving break