By: Katja Esser, German exchange student European visitors often get a big shock when they come to the United States for the first time. People moving or visiting from countries like Germany learn very fast that normal life across the ocean is totally different. Getting food and drinks brings more surprises. In Europe, you have to pay for water at a restaurant and if you … Continue reading OPINION: American food shocks Europeans
By: Luke Higginbotham 2026 Homecoming at Bellbrook High School (BHS) was a success and profit for the school once again. Lots of students had fun throughout the week of activities and at the dance Saturday night. This year around 680 tickets were sold for a total of $10,000 in sales. This led to a profit of $6,350 for BHS which goes toward the fund for … Continue reading Bellbrook 2026 Homecoming was a success once again
By: Alaina Bayer While modern online application systems leave a lot of high schoolers stuck waiting for a response, some local businesses are actively looking to hire teenage workers. For these managers, hiring high school students isn’t just a backup plan. It is a strategy to gain flexible hours, positive energy, and a willingness to teach work skills. At Primrose School of Centerville, Director of … Continue reading Teens offer flexibility for employers
By A.J. Nichols The Bellbrook High School volleyball team is putting together a historic campaign, building a powerhouse season defined by state-level dominance, signature wins, and a team-first mentality. Currently holding an impressive 18-1 overall record and a 9-0 record in the Southwestern Buckeye League (SWBL), the Golden Eagles are ranked No. 4 in the Associated Press Division III state poll. Their resume features marquee … Continue reading Bellbrook Volleyball looks to finish spectacular regular season ahead of playoffs
By: Carsen Caldwell Junior Liam Reynolds started golf when he was just 8 years old, but he really started to take it seriously around 7th grade. “I love golf because it is very individual,” Reynolds said. “It forces me to make my own mistakes, as well as my successes.” Reynolds fell short during districts this year. “When I heard the news that he didn’t make … Continue reading SWBL Golfer of The Year reflects on season
by Nora Shupe “Cheerleading has always been an interest of mine,” exchange student Silvia de la Calle said. “Football, Basketball, and competition all have always sounded so fun.” De la Calle is a 15 year old exchange student from Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona is an American’s dream vacation spot, but for Delacalle, it’s her everyday life. She has dreamed of coming to America since she was … Continue reading Silvia de la Calle takes on American cheerleading
By: Olive Varvel In 2020, you weren’t truly ready for the school day without a Hydro Flask covered in stickers and dents. By 2022, the 40oz Stanley Quencher was all over desktops. Today, if you walk the halls of Bellbrook High School, the Owala FreeSip dominates side pockets. In high school, trend cycles are shifting at top speeds, and nothing reflects that shift better than … Continue reading Is Bellbrook’s water bottle culture hydration or trend?
By: Camilla Bozzuto As October progresses, students begin thinking about the well-loved fall traditions. Whether it’s a cozy night in watching a Halloween movie, or going out on the weekend to visit a haunted house, the month is jam-packed with festivities for the spooky season lovers. From family-friendly Halloween movies like Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas, to classic scares like Beetlejuice and Halloween, … Continue reading Students at Bellbrook High School look forward to spooky season festivities
By: Ella Kapfhammer The class of 2027 is 25% done with their senior year. Senior sunrise, Powderpuff, Homecoming, and most college application submissions are already under their belts. Though it seems to be flying by, the year is far from over. Seniors are currently in full swing with their school spirit and they have many more events to look forward to such as Nerf War, … Continue reading How to have a successful senior year
By: Cali Hall At the beginning of the year, students across the district were issued brand new Chromebooks. “The feedback on the new Chromebooks is overwhelmingly positive,” Tina Ruble, Bellbrook High School (BHS) tech, said. “Performance is noticeably improved thanks to the upgraded processors, and students especially like the sleeker, less bulky cases.” While the overall build quality is very durable, these models come at … Continue reading New Chromebooks bring new responsibilities
