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

Mental health disorders and treatment plans are varied

By: Emma DeWeese Mental health issues come in a plethora of diverse diagnoses, but all of them are a struggle. The most common types are anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders. These disorders are just an umbrella, as each type has different variations that are caused by different triggers and treated differently.  Understanding mental health and categorizing the types is a step closer to helping those … Continue reading Mental health disorders and treatment plans are varied

Mental health affects different demographics at Bellbrook High School

By: Thomas Dickman and Audrey Cable  Mental health is a large issue pertaining to most youth in America. But demographics can also play a large role in how people feel. In an attempt to learn more, EagleView News surveyed Bellbrook students to gather data on demographics and mental health at Bellbrook High School.  This graph shows how different demographics at Bellbrook struggle with mental health. … Continue reading Mental health affects different demographics at Bellbrook High School

Bellbrook High School welcomes new JROTC instructor

by Ashtyn Praeter Chief Master Sergeant Brady McCoy is the newest member of the Bellbrook High School staff. McCoy is teaching the JROTC class alongside Lieutenant Gangaware.  “I love coaching and mentoring people of all ages,” McCoy said. “And spend most of my time right now reading books and listening to music. I grew up in West Virginia, so bluegrass is my go-to on those … Continue reading Bellbrook High School welcomes new JROTC instructor

Unrealistic social media standards can lead to FOMO and depleting mental health in teens 

by Grace Krane, Madi Miller, and Riley Hodges With every snap of a picture and buzz of a phone, social media targets teens while inadvertently instilling fear. The Centers For Disease Control’s recent announcement of an increase in the number of teenagers experiencing intense sadness has given rise to the effects of social media on mental health (CDC).  According to the Children’s Bureau, the average … Continue reading Unrealistic social media standards can lead to FOMO and depleting mental health in teens 

Youth Behavioral Risk Survey highlights a national trend of declining mental health in teens

By Kaden Silva and Brock Fortman Nearly 1 in 3 teen girls seriously considered attempting suicide — up nearly 60% from a decade ago — according to a survey that sampled around 17,000 high school students across the US. The CDC’s findings indicate a widespread decline in youth mental health and a severe increase in mental health problems.  The Centers for Disease Control published a … Continue reading Youth Behavioral Risk Survey highlights a national trend of declining mental health in teens

BHS Clubs fundraise with Valentine’s Day offerings

By Ashtyn Praeter Love is in the air at Bellbrook High School with this year’s GSA bake sale and JROTC flower sale. Whether purchasing sweet treats or fresh flowers for a significant other or a friend, all money from the purchases go to good causes. GSA stands for Gay-Straight Alliance and is nationwide club for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. It welcomes people of different … Continue reading BHS Clubs fundraise with Valentine’s Day offerings

A guide to choosing a college roommate

By: Emma DeWeese Choosing a roommate can be difficult and scary, especially for students moving far from home. There is no perfect guide to picking a roommate, but there are tips and tricks for finding someone that will work for you. The first step according to CollegeChoice.net is to figure out who you are and what you expect from a roommate. Making a list of … Continue reading A guide to choosing a college roommate

Expectations are high for the 2023 Men’s Tennis Team

By Grace Krane With four senior tennis players returning and an overall increased interest in the program, it is possible that the Bellbrook men’s tennis team may win the SWBL championship title for the first time in nearly four years this upcoming season. Ohio Tennis Zone recorded an overall 71% win percentage for the team last season. Hopes are high for the returning members as … Continue reading Expectations are high for the 2023 Men’s Tennis Team

Women’s Basketball wins third straight league title

By Sam Vine Junior Taylor Scohy leads the Bellbrook Women’s Basketball team to the next level with a decisive win over Waynesville for their third straight league title on Thursday, February 2. This is the second time that the team has met the Waynesville Spartans on the basketball court this season. The first game marked one of only two losses that the Golden Eagles have … Continue reading Women’s Basketball wins third straight league title