Hog Flyers and Speed Demonz compete at the Ohio State Nationals Drone Race

by Kaden Silva The Bellbrook High School drone teams, the Hog Flyers and Speed Demonz, competed at the Ohio State Championships for Drones in School at Ohio River Valley High School on March 14. The Hog Flyers won first overall and first place in the Marketing Video, a short film presentation of the team and their design process, and Head-To-Head Race judge categories. The Speed … Continue reading Hog Flyers and Speed Demonz compete at the Ohio State Nationals Drone Race

What type of spring break vacation fits your unique personality?

By Emma Forshee With spring break just a few hours away, everyone is thinking about how they plan to spend their vacation. Whether you stay at home, or hit the road, this quiz will tell you what your ideal vacation is! You finally get home from a long day of classes. Do you…A. Take a walk?B. Call a friend to talk about your day?C. Start … Continue reading What type of spring break vacation fits your unique personality?

Labensky commits football division one

By, Juliana Packard Carson Labensky has signed to continue his academic and athletic career at the University of Dayton. “I chose Dayton because it was close to home, had great academics and the football team’s culture is extremely well developed,” Labensky said.  Carson Labensky has been a part of Bellbrook football for most of his life. “It was amazing to play the sport I love … Continue reading Labensky commits football division one

The BHS Talent Show kicks off spring break

By Claire Webster The auditorium will be filled with students applauding the students on the stage, and joy and excitement will fill the atmosphere as everyone joins in the fun of the talent show.  The annual Bellbrook High School Talent Show will be held the day before Spring Break on Friday, March 24 in the auditorium at 2pm.  This year’s show will consist of fifteen … Continue reading The BHS Talent Show kicks off spring break

What can adults can do in the rising mental health crisis

By Jacob Grismer John F. Kennedy’s words, “A rising tide lifts all boats,” is good for all adults in our school to remember. Whether it’s parents or school administrators, we must never forget that mental health is inseparable from our physical and social health, and taking time to nurture it is a worthwhile investment for all parts of students’ future well-being. What parents and the … Continue reading What can adults can do in the rising mental health crisis

What peers can do to help the rising mental health crisis

By Adia Miller According to the new data, in 2021, more than a third (37%) of high school students reported they experienced poor mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, and 44% reported they persistently felt sad or hopeless during the past year.  For five days a week, seven hours a day, kids in their teens are sitting in school, working to develop their minds and … Continue reading What peers can do to help the rising mental health crisis

BHS Students schedule for next school year

By Claire Webster Colored sheets and passwords float around the school. Students sit at counselor meetings discussing what courses are available next year, and what requirements they need in order to graduate high school.  It is almost the end of the 2022-23 school year here at Bellbrook High School, and there are many things students and staff need to accomplish before the last day of … Continue reading BHS Students schedule for next school year

What you can do in the rising mental health crisis

By Kirsten Thomas  According to the National Alliance on Mental Health, nearly half of the estimated 60 million people living with mental illness in the US do not seek treatment. Unfortunately, in areas of medicine, mental health is treated second tier to physical health, resulting in poor care and stigmatization for many. Because of the stigmas surrounding mental health, people can shy away from talking … Continue reading What you can do in the rising mental health crisis

Students respond to CDC mental health report

By: Ashtyn Praeter and Sam Vine  A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control shows that nearly 60% of high school-age females feel persistently sad or hopeless – a 21% increase from 2011. Almost everyone has dealt with these issues or at least knows someone who has. The statistics, however, are only one side of this story.  EagleView News interviewed a variety of high … Continue reading Students respond to CDC mental health report

School culture affects students’ mental health

By Emma Forshee and Claire Webster The lunchroom is a space full of chaos and noise. It houses several hundred students who are all trying to figure out who they are and how they fit in. Some students sit with friends or teammates, laughing and talking, while others sit alone. Whether or not a person has a smile on their face, one cannot know what … Continue reading School culture affects students’ mental health