Track is bringing in all new accomplishments for the 2025 season

by Katie Griffin This year’s track team is running off to a great start. It is one of the biggest Bellbrook High School has had yet. “We actually have a lot of new people this year, especially seniors and it’s great!” Connor Spriggs, a BHS senior, said. “I have heard a lot of people say that they really enjoy the sport, like my friend Katie … Continue reading Track is bringing in all new accomplishments for the 2025 season

Coachella, still about music and fashion, turns into a political outlet

By: Jordan Frantz Heat, diverse music, extravagant outfits, desert land, social media influence and a microphone with a stage are what bring people back to Coachella year after year. Located at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, nestled within the Coachella Valley, the Coachella Music Festival attracts celebrities, brand deal ambassadors, and music fans.  Coachella has been hosting viral music stars since its debut … Continue reading Coachella, still about music and fashion, turns into a political outlet

Sugarcreek Elementary takes a back seat as district prioritizes facility improvements

By: Claire Cutting As questions about the future of Sugarcreek Elementary continue, the Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Board of Education has shifted its focus to improving the schools currently in use. At the board meeting on April 24, district leaders announced a wide range of facility upgrades that will take priority over any decisions regarding the old, three-story Sugarcreek Elementary building. From safety additions to building repairs, the … Continue reading Sugarcreek Elementary takes a back seat as district prioritizes facility improvements

Bellbrook community offers many summer camps for kids

By: Kaylee Simmons Summer camps provide kids great opportunities to get out of their comfort zone and have fun! Bellbrook has many different summer camps for kids. Below are a few that many kids love. Bellbrook Sugarcreek Schools have some Summer-Youth Sports Camps. These sports camps are for grades ranging from K-8. The sports that are offered for these camps are Girls and Boys Basketball … Continue reading Bellbrook community offers many summer camps for kids

BHS Athletics holds Spring Signing Night for senior athletes

By: Evi Fromm With graduation nearing, Bellbrook High’s athletic department held a signing ceremony on April 28 in the gym to honor the Class of 2025 athletes continuing their sports at the collegiate level. Twenty athletes in the senior class will be playing in college in the coming year.  The department also held a smaller signing ceremony in the fall to honor athletes. Athletic director … Continue reading BHS Athletics holds Spring Signing Night for senior athletes

The easiest guide to the hardest preparation: graduation

By: Summer Bixler With graduation season right around the corner, everyone is racing to prepare. When it comes to meeting your high school and college deadlines, as well as getting fun graduation preparations done, everything can be quite a handful. Many people may not know where to start, and everyone’s preparation looks different. Bellbrook High School seniors weren’t afraid to hide their jittery emotions and … Continue reading The easiest guide to the hardest preparation: graduation

Bellbrook High School 2025 seniors say goodbye

by Ashtyn Praeter As the school year winds down and the hallways start to feel just a little emptier, it’s time to say a bittersweet goodbye to our seniors. They’ve been our role models, class leaders, and the friendly faces we’ve looked up to since day one. But before they toss their caps and head off into adulthood, we couldn’t let them go without asking … Continue reading Bellbrook High School 2025 seniors say goodbye

Libraries are facing budget challenges at every level

By: Caroline Polen According to The Ohio Capital Journal, the newest version of the Ohio House budget is taking a step back from getting rid of something called the Public Library Fund, which is important because that’s how a lot of libraries get their money. Did you know there are around 124,903 libraries in the United States? A lot of them could be in trouble … Continue reading Libraries are facing budget challenges at every level

Students share effective strategies for managing stress in high school

By: Summer Bixler One of the most common factors in high school is the stress that comes with it. Whether it comes to homework, drama, or family issues, everyone finds themselves in a time of stress. Everyone reacts differently to stressors in their lives, but it’s important to find a method that works for you to help relieve the stress. Luckily, there are several different … Continue reading Students share effective strategies for managing stress in high school

Gifts on a budget: How to save money while putting heart into it

By Brendan Clementz At this time of April, my family celebrates many birthdays in quick succession, which, now that I’ve committed to buying gifts for my siblings, has begun seriously draining what savings I have. For those who wish to save their money as much as possible while still getting something for a loved one, here are some ideas for gifts that mean a lot … Continue reading Gifts on a budget: How to save money while putting heart into it