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Editorial: Full-length AP testing this year puts students at disadvantage

Bexley Staff April 22, 2021

Students at Bexley have spent less time physically in school this year than ever before due to the necessary implementation of hybrid learning schedules and other precautions taken against COVID-19. Although...

New tardy system allows three each quarter instead of five each semester

April 13, 2021

A new tardy system was implemented after spring break that allows students to accumulate three tardies every nine weeks, instead of the prior tardy system which allowed students five tardies each semester. Assistant...

Senior-only Prom to be held with modifications for COVID-19 safety

April 13, 2021

A seniors-only prom with adaptations to limit the risk of spreading COVID-19 will be held May 8 from 7:30-11:30 p.m. at Columbus Country Club. Principal Kristin Robbins said in order for Prom to happen...

Junior Miller MacDonald prepares to assist his teammate senior Elliot Roe during a game of round net. (Photo by Matt Cohn)

Roundnet Club established, plans inaugural tournament

April 13, 2021

Each year, as the last remnants of snow melt from the ground and the first signs of the approaching summer season show themselves, families and friends alike gather outdoors to enjoy the weather and...

Senior Andrew Morton gives fellow peers instructions for his play Romeo and Juliet Remix. (Photo by Margaret Zirwas)

Showstopping senior writes, assistant directs, acts in play

April 13, 2021

In order to graduate from Bexley, seniors must complete a Capstone project that demonstrates their ability to work independently to complete a project that they are passionate about. Most students complete...

Drake in his new music video for hit song "What's Next". (Fair use from Hollywood Life)

Drake drops ‘Scary Hours 2’ pack amid anticipation of follow-up album

April 13, 2021

In October 2020, Drake announced he would be releasing the album “Certified Lover Boy” in January as a follow up to “Dark Lane Demo Tapes,” but after injuring his knee, he delayed the release...

Freshman Naomy Salazar wears one of the new masks distributed by the district, that have a 90% PPE, Tuesday, March 23. (Photo by Emma Magee)

District requiring students to double mask for all-in school

April 13, 2021

Students are required to wear two masks, or an equivalent, in the school at all times as a result of going back all-in Tuesday, March 23. Interim Superintendent Dan Good said students can wear one cloth...

Zach Trabitz (left), Ru Sivaraman (center), and Allison Taylor (right) walk together through the hallways on the first day of all in-person school while all wearing the district distributed masks. (Photo by Margaret Zirwas)

Students return to all-in school as district braces against possible spreading of coronavirus

April 13, 2021

Students and staff started attending in person school every day Tuesday, March 23 as the district moved forward with its plan to safely return all five schools to an all-in learning mode. Director of...

The Yi family from "Minari" looks at their home. (Fair use from the Vulture)

Korean-American film ‘Minari’ weaves themes into nuanced plot

April 8, 2021

First showcased at the Sundance Film Festival, “Minari” explores the clash of ideals among Korean family members who have immigrated to the U.S. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, “Minari” aims to...

Senior Sammi Nack rides her horse JD during an equestrian event. (Photo courtesy of Sammi Nack)

Bexley senior pursues passion for equestrianism

April 8, 2021

Emerging as an early childhood hobby, senior Sammi Nack’s love of horseback riding has continued into her high school career, shaping her work ethic, competitive mindset and future goals. Nack said...

Pro/Con: Should the U.S. raise the minimum wage?

Gillian Frost and Sydney Tyler April 7, 2021

Pro By Gillian Frost / Staff Reporter A livable wage is defined as the amount of money needed to cover the cost of food, healthcare, child care, housing and transportation expenses....

U.S. should lead boycott against Beijing Olympics

April 7, 2021

The Olympics are often viewed as the peak of an athlete's career when some of the world’s greatest athletes compete to represent their country. However, the question of whether the U.S. should boycott...

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