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Lily Howes (Photo by Lulu Stark)

Lily Howes gets involved in politics, improves voting awareness with organization involvement

Lulu Stark November 10, 2023

While some high school students may feel as though they are too young to be active in government policies, one student is already on her way to change the world.  Sophomore Lily Howes said she...

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Natalie Winland puts foot forward for young minority women in STEM

Sophia Nascimento November 10, 2023

Students at the high school often take STEM programs for granted. In some areas, however, these programs are less available, particularly for young women.  To combat this, senior Natalie Winland...

Co-president and senior Addison Helon discusses a canned food drive with BRISC members in social studies teacher Scott King-Owen's room. (Photo by Alex Flamm)

BRISC offers community outreach opportunities

Alex Flamm November 10, 2023

Co-president and senior Addison Helon discusses a canned food drive with BRISC members in social studies teacher Scott King-Owen's room. (Photo by Alex Flamm) In the high school halls and city streets,...

Parents navigate healthy limits on technology use

Quinn Levin October 18, 2023

Before COVID-19, teachers tried their hardest to limit personal devices in the classroom. Phones were to be tucked away, computers off and smartwatches muted. Then the world came crashing down, and teachers...

Teachers, students try to strike right balance with technology

Ruthie Gravelle October 18, 2023

Walking down the halls of the high school, technology can be found around every corner. At any moment, students may be typing away at a paper, working on a shared Google Doc or emailing a teacher.  In...

Seventh-grader Tucker Pitts uses his school-issued Chromebook to work on assignments outside the classroom. (Photo by Sammie Ross)

School-issued Chromebooks play role in students’ homes

Sammie Ross October 18, 2023

Seventh-grader Tucker Pitts uses his school-issued Chromebook to work on assignments outside the classroom. (Photo by Sammie Ross) Any given family is bound to have a diverse array of personalities....

Distance, devotion and doubt: life at long distance

Bexley Staff February 15, 2023

Out of the five recognized love languages, quality time is often regarded as one of the most important aspects of any relationship. Spending time with each other, whether it be going on walks or getting...

Age is just a number: relationships with a difference in grade

Owen Parsons February 15, 2023

Some relationships have differences in height, some in hobbies, and some in style, but what if the difference is in age? For sophomore Kayden McKinney, she said the higher maturity level of her boyfriend,...

From here to eternity: long-term relationships thriving

Addie Cahill February 15, 2023

A chance encounter on the street, being introduced through friends or even seeing them walk down the halls every day, it’s unclear when you may meet someone that could end up becoming an important...

The art of music: turned the lock and put my headphones on

Iris Frost November 15, 2022

The summer air is hot, the view of the Hudson River is stunning and the crowd is all singing along to “Rebel Girl.” Sophomore Carly Hanin recalled this experience when reminiscing about her favorite...

The art of music: symphony No. 614

Jonah Young November 15, 2022

From performing melodies in Spain to marching at football games, the high school’s music program provides a great opportunity for students to showcase and improve their talents. Freshman Ashton Pliskin...

The art of music: beauty and a beat

Ciel Peacock November 15, 2022

From classical rhythms to the head bangers of rock, the opportunities for music makers are endless. For students and staff at the high school, those opportunities are not limited to the walls of the building. Junior...

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