Banned Book Week shines light on mounting bans

by Ben Pursel October 1 marks the 39th anniversary of the American Library Association’s Banned Book Week. Established in 1982 by Director of the Office of Intellectual Freedom (OIF) and First Amendment advocate Judith Krug, Banned Book Week began in lue of a sudden surge in challenges to “controversial” books as well as the Supreme Court Decision in Island Trees School District v. Pico (1982) … Continue reading Banned Book Week shines light on mounting bans

Why is school culture important for the community?

By Alexis LeMieux School culture is the values and guiding beliefs that are evident in which a school does things, and it can shape a student’s perception of the school, and their motivation to learn at the same time. “It’s about what we believe, how we act, and how our actions affect others,” Mr. Hann, the principal at Bellbrook High School, said. “Those things are … Continue reading Why is school culture important for the community?

Despite the absence of dialogue, “No One Will Save You” is a fascinating film

by Aimee Shumaker “No One Will Save You” is a 2023 science fiction horror film found on Hulu. Its main character is a woman named Brynn who is hated and shunned by her town. When an alien invasion begins, she is forced to find a way to survive without the help of others. The film is unique because, throughout the entire runtime, there is only … Continue reading Despite the absence of dialogue, “No One Will Save You” is a fascinating film

Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon passes

By Adia Miller On September 23, Irish actor Michael Gambon passed away in his sleep at age 82 of pneumonia with his wife Anne and son Fergus by his side. Probably best known by the masses as Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films, he took up the role after Richard Harris, the original Dumbledore actor, passed away in 2002. Gambon would be featured in … Continue reading Dumbledore actor Michael Gambon passes

Eva Papp compares her home to Bellbrook

By Delaney Dine Eva Papp goes to school Vetési Albert High School in Hungary. Papp gave insight into the experience of a foreign exchange student at Bellbrook High School. “The school system is different in Hungary,” Papp said. “After you finish primary school, which is eight years, you can choose from three types of secondary education.” Papp had to be very academically minded to get … Continue reading Eva Papp compares her home to Bellbrook

Bellbrook women’s tennis team wins third consecutive league title

By: Jordan Frantz For the past three years, the Bellbrook Women’s Tennis team has brought home the gold. With an undefeated league record in 2022 and 2023, it was no surprise the Eagles were the team on top. The team finished its season  4-0.  With an undefeated season last year, the team continued to set high goals and expectations.  “We are all there with the … Continue reading Bellbrook women’s tennis team wins third consecutive league title

Castlevania sequel continues the story 300 years later

by Aimee Shumaker Castlevania: Nocturne was released on September 28 as the sequel to Netflix’s Castlevania, an animated show loosely based on the video game series of the same name.  Nocturne is set in a village in France during the time of the French Revolution. Its main character, Richter Belmont, comes from a long line of vampire hunters. But after witnessing the death of his … Continue reading Castlevania sequel continues the story 300 years later

Foreign exchange student is game winning goalie

By Bostyn Hillibush Anita Dahl is a foreign exchange student from the Faroe Islands, a collection of 18 mountain islands between Scotland and Iceland. She is a junior currently studying at Bellbrook High School. Dahl always wanted the opportunity to be able to come to the United States. “I had always seen the U.S. on TV and YouTube,” Dahl said. “I just wanted to know … Continue reading Foreign exchange student is game winning goalie

Mrs. Siler celebrates 35 years teaching in Bellbrook

By: Evi Fromm Music is an element of life that almost every person can partake in. It is something that people can bond over or use as a coping mechanism. For music director Barb Siler, however, it is a way of life. “I was one of those kids who spent every waking moment in the band room,” Siler said. “I practiced hard, and I loved … Continue reading Mrs. Siler celebrates 35 years teaching in Bellbrook

Bellbrook cheer gives students of all ages a place

by Danica Vermillion Cheerleaders work hard to make the games more fun and upbeat. They keep the people excited and loud. They practice the perfect choreography and tricks that they can perform at halftime and all throughout the game. In Bellbrook, the youngest cheerleading team is Wee Eagles which starts in kindergarten and goes through 6th grade. Participants have the option to cheer for football, … Continue reading Bellbrook cheer gives students of all ages a place