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Bexley Staff is a junior at Bexley High School and a staff reporter on The Torch.

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Road to the rose

Senior Max Hartman Hartman’s prediction before the finale: A: I thought Genevieve was going to win, but I’m not sure if anyone is going to win. Q: What has your favorite part of the season been? A: My favorite part has been Clayton making bad mistakes recently. It’s been very entertaining. Q: Did you like […]

In-Depth

Only children: stuck in the spotlight, surviving solo

Many dream of a quiet house with all the attention on them. A simple life, where sharing and fighting with siblings is something that is never thought about. However, the question of whether being an only child is lonely or lucky can only be answered by someone who lives the lifestyle. Junior Caroline Whitlatch said […]

In-Depth

Full house: the life of bunk beds, strong bonds

While some never have to worry about being left behind in a grocery store or at the mall, others have discovered that they are at a higher risk because of the sheer number of children their parents must keep up with. Being in a large family can come with a variety of benefits but can […]

Sports

ROC disgraces professional sports, should not partake in international events

Russia, a country that has become synonymous with controversy, is notorious in the sports world for cheating and corruption. Although Russia’s name and flag are prohibited at the Olympics due to continuous cheating incidents, Russian athletes who are not connected to doping scandals are able to compete in international competitions under the alias of the […]

Sports

Junior sprinter looks to build on previous accomplishments

The runner steps into the blocks. His nerves settle and his breath begins to steady. He begins to drown out the cheers and chatter despite the pressure of the situation. He has made it all the way to the top: nationals. This is where junior runner Mason Louis found himself over the summer. Louis runs […]

Opinion

Mental health resources essential to student welfare

From kindergarten to college, students of all ages experience different levels and forms of stress. Whether academic or social, experiencing stress can negatively affect students’ grades, and providing effective mental health services such as counseling in schools will help students perform better in class. With the stressors of the pandemic, student isolation has caused more […]

News

New academic integrity policy in development

Changes to the district’s academic integrity policy are being proposed by Student Council and the administration in hopes of altering the consequences for academic dishonesty at the high school. Members of Student Council were approached by Director of Facilities and Operations Harley Williams to help examine and make changes to the policy, especially the repercussions […]

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Art auction held by Bexley Minority Parent Alliance to raise money for scholarships

The Bexley Minority Parent Alliance hosted an art auction at the Bexley Public Library Saturday, March 26. Art teacher Mabi Ponce de Leon said the purpose of the art auction was to raise money for the senior scholarship fund, which provides funds for minority students planning to attend college. Ponce de Leon explained that prospective […]

Feature

Where dreams come true: sophomore visits Disney to explore writing, film

From its iconic characters to Cinderella’s castle, Disney World is considered “the place where dreams come true.” For sophomore Annabel Long, this statement has taken on a much deeper, more literal meaning. Long was accepted into the Disney Dreamers Academy, a program designed to provide mentorship and learning opportunities to 100 high school students. The […]