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Best-selling author shares story at Bexley

Bella Delisio, Staff Reporter May 15, 2025

Best selling author Amy Stewart visited Bexley Wednesday, April 23 to discuss her work and most recent book, “The Tree Collectors.” Stewart said she was inspired to start writing about botany due...

Pro/Con: Will the switch to online AP exams benefit students?

Cyrus Turner and Evie Lippman May 15, 2025

Pro By Cyrus Turner / Staff Reporter Sitting in front of a massive AP exam booklet is a core memory for many high school students, but why should paper packets remain a priority? As the world becomes...

Solving for XX: the gender variable in academics, student culture

Bella Delisio and Lily Howes May 15, 2025

Nationwide, trends have shown girls outperforming boys academically. They are getting better grades, forming stronger relationships with teachers and graduating from college at higher rates.  However,...

Seniors pursue athletics, academics at the next level

Eli Rosen, Emma Schiff, and Allison Lefkowitz May 15, 2025

Samantha Jay: Capital University After many years of dedication and receiving numerous offers from universities, Capital University’s athletic and academic program seemed like the perfect place for...

Student-athletes commit to compete at Division l level

Eli Rosen, Emma Schiff, and Allison Lefkowitz May 15, 2025

Marius Garcia: University of Pennsylvania Years of dedication, pressure from many and long hours in the gym have finally paid off for senior Marius Garcia as he has committed to further his academic...

Seniors commit to pursuing degrees in the arts

Seniors commit to pursuing degrees in the arts

Bexley Staff May 15, 2025

Senior Jakob Robinson, accompanied by his mother, Jen Robinson, signs his letter of intent for musical theatre at Elon University during lunch in the piazza Friday, May 2. The other signing seniors at...

Editorial: Humanities education still important in STEM-oriented world

Editorial: Humanities education still important in STEM-oriented world

Bexley Staff May 15, 2025

As technology continues to develop, pursuing a STEM degree may seem like the most logical choice for high school students; however, the humanities remain an important aspect of modern society.  Professors,...

Junior Vivienne Frank performs at the GSA fundraising block party Saturday, May 3.

Gay-Straight Alliance Club hosts community block party as fundraiser

Cory Phillips, Staff Reporter May 15, 2025

The Gay-Straight Alliance Club collected $1,005 in donations from the block party they hosted on Grandon Avenue Saturday, May 3, to raise money for the Trevor Project.  The Trevor Project conducts...

Trump administration leading America to frightening future

Alex Flamm, News Editor May 15, 2025

Sometimes, reality can be as strange or as scary as fiction. The Trump administration is currently taking steps to warn the American public and address what it sees as the growing dangers of a “fertility...

Springle Jangle combines both salty and sweet. (Rachel Lybarger)

Spring has truly sprung at Trader Joe’s with new seasonal items

Rachel Lybarger, Staff Reporter May 15, 2025

Springle Jangle As I walked down the aisle at Trader Joe’s, I couldn’t help but spot this vibrant bag of Spring Jangle shining on the shelf. The packaging alone, a warm-toned yellow with little floral...

Global Scholars students impact community with action projects

Lilly Crabill, Staff Reporter May 15, 2025

Members of Bexley’s Global Scholars program presented their Take Action Projects at the TAP fair Wednesday, April 23 at Otterbein University.  Leader of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement...

Senior send-off: advice from the Class of 2025

Miranda LaBine and Lilah Solove May 15, 2025

“It’s important to not be afraid of what people will think of you. Just be yourself, and people will like you for who you are.” - Gabbie Theile   “Take advantage of resources like...

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