Shaky Start to the Chinese New Year
by Henry Wong Chinese New Year is not the same this year as a 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit Tainan, Taiwan, on February 6, just two days before the first day of the New Year. The most deaths occurred after the collapse of the 16-story Jinlong high-rise building on Yongda Road. Forty earthquake deaths were reported, 24 of those were killed in the building collapse while … Continue reading Shaky Start to the Chinese New Year
New Courses at BHS- Interview with Mr. Schultz
by Bridget Richard It’s time to schedule classes for next year. Some new offerings will be available, according to Mr. Schultz. We’re going to be offering new computer classes this upcoming school year, correct? Yes. What are the names of those classes? One of them is called AP Computer Science Principles, and the other one is called Practical Programming. And what can you tell me … Continue reading New Courses at BHS- Interview with Mr. Schultz
Yoga for the Mind
By Kate Barton Doodling is not a new phenomenon, but the art of Zentangle is new to many people and is quickly picking up in popularity. Zentangle is a type of “adult coloring book.” Zentangle is supposed to be a way to relax and/or concentrate on a task. The “Zen” portion of the name is supposed to mean meditation, and “tangle” is the type of doodling used. … Continue reading Yoga for the Mind
The Legacy of our Generation Retires
By: Harmony Takhar The basketball game has had some players that have definitely changed the game. These players have made an impact on fans deciding which teams to favorite and in fact in pop culture as well. The legacy of our generation is none other than Kobe Bryant. We’ve known Bryant to be at the top of the game as we grew up, but he … Continue reading The Legacy of our Generation Retires
Nat Geo Live returns to Dayton
By Anna Starkey “The oceans desperately need our help,” explained National Geographic photojournalist, Brian Skerry, to a theater full of astonished onlookers. For the fourth year in a row, National Geographic Live’s three-part series has returned to the Victoria Theater in Dayton, Ohio. Each installment showcases our world through the eyes of experienced explorers and photographers who have been featured in National Geographic media. In … Continue reading Nat Geo Live returns to Dayton
An Oldie But A Goodie: TV/Movie Reboots
By: Rachel Stewart February 1, the third episode of the newly revived The X-Files airs. It’s part of the six episode “mini-reboot” of the original show, where we follow the same classic team of Fox Mulder and Dana Scully, along with some other familiar faces such as The Cigarette Smoking Man and Agent Skinner, as they try to uncover government conspiracies and solve “monster of the … Continue reading An Oldie But A Goodie: TV/Movie Reboots
Second Semester Seniors
By Alyssa Rogers As the countdown to graduation begins and college acceptance letters start coming in the mail, seniors at BHS are getting incredibly antsy to put on their cap and gown and get handed their diploma. Abby Fryman was asked how she felt about graduating here in the next couple of months. “I feel excited but a little nervous because I’m excited to move on … Continue reading Second Semester Seniors
Snowpocalypse 2016
by Henry Wong More than a week has passed since the massive winter storm Jonas hit the East Coast and New Yorkers can still see giant mounds of snow in every direction. According to the National Weather Service, the storm, which hit hardest between January 22-23, affected a total of 26 states and roughly 102.8 million people; 1.2 million were lucky enough to get over 30 … Continue reading Snowpocalypse 2016
Seniors 2016 Take On the World
by Jaimie Franz Butterflies in the stomachs of seniors are starting to buzz. As graduation quickly approaches, most of the seniors’ excitement circles around becoming more independent, leaving parents, starting adult life and having new experiences outside of Bellbrook High School and the Dairy Shed. The assortment of different majors are rolling in, ranging all the way from neuroscience to management information. The majority of majors focus … Continue reading Seniors 2016 Take On the World
Lending A Hand to A Neighbor
by Elaine King Tis’ the season! For atrocious weather and low stock piles, that is. This year Partnership for Success is hosting a “winter needs for St. Vincent De Paul shelter.” They are hoping to supply the winter needs for the 100+ preschool-aged children living at the shelter. The drive started this past Monday, January 25, and will go through next Friday, February 5. Lists … Continue reading Lending A Hand to A Neighbor
