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How to be on time for class


How to be on time for class

By Neal Patel The number one thing students dread is how early school starts in the morning. Since the early start time, it’s hard to be on time, especially in the winter when there’s snow on the ground. So not only are people rushed to get on time, they also have to conquer the snow […]

Music of the mind


Music of the mind

By Bri Pierce Ever clueless of how to relish in a certain mood? Here’s a guide on how to work with emotions using the beauty of music. Bad Day- “Float On” by Modest Mouse Listening to this song makes it impossible to not love the awful things that happen in life. It makes it seem […]

OPINION: Washington must abolish death penalty


OPINION: Washington must abolish death penalty

By Rudy A. Mix The death penalty is a form of punishment so severe that it will end one’s own life. It is an unjust construct and should not be used, for taking someone’s life is by far the worst crime one could commit. The state of Washington may soon abolish it for the replacement […]

BHS has a stroke (of paint that is)


BHS has a stroke (of paint that is)

By Emily Tratar Art students have been painting murals around Batavia High School these last few months to bring creativity and positivity to the students day. It was created by a group of students after petitioning for a grant during the PLATE event. (The PLATE event is a fundraising event for art students.) The grant […]

Winter Olympics improving world since ’24


Winter Olympics improving world since ’24

By Erin Golden and Katie Cole The 23rd Winter Olympic games in PyeongChang, South Korea have been highly anticipated by the several countries competing, sports fans, and the athletes themselves for the past three years. On Feb. 9, families from around the world gathered to watch the opening ceremony on television and waited for their […]

Latin students have opportunity to attend 2019 Italy and Greece trip


Latin students have opportunity to attend 2019 Italy and Greece trip

By Emma Exon Latin students have the opportunity to attend a 10-day trip through Greece and Italy during spring break of 2019 at a cost of around $4,000 for students. The trip is non-school sponsored and an informational meeting will be held on Feb. 21. The Latin program at Batavia High School has the smallest […]

Batavia Hall of Honor inductees announced


Batavia Hall of Honor inductees announced

By Abigail Solano The Batavia Hall of Honor class of 2018 was recently announced with eight new inductees. This year, the alumni inducted include Samira Ahmed, Eldon Frydendall, Matt Holm, Sharron Moran (Jauregui), Mike Spillane, and Max Striedl. The staff inductee is Sue Bauer while the BPS friend inductee is Ron Karabowicz. The Batavia Hall […]

Benefits of wasting time


Benefits of wasting time

By Bri Pierce From my understanding about how humans think, any second spent not bettering yourself as a person is a waste of time. This idea is simply corrupt. The benefits of wasting time greatly outweigh the cons. Benefits that come from wasting time are as follow: It’s a great workout. The three calories you […]

Three questions on the Philadelphia Eagles heading into Super Bowl LLI


Three questions on the Philadelphia Eagles heading into Super Bowl LLI

By Michael Lanterman As the coaching trio of Bill Belichick, Josh McDaniels, and Patricia prepare to make their final run together in Super Bowl LII, another coaching staff prepares to take on an empire. The 2000’s have been dominated by the era of Emperor Belichick and his apprentice Tom Brady with Brady leading his team […]

Vantreek runs for the VTP class


Vantreek runs for the VTP class

By Elisa Reamer Claire Vantreek, a senior at Batavia High School, has organized a run/walk/roll event to raise money for the Vocational Transitional Program on April 15, 2018, at 1 pm at Batavia High School. The event costs $15 per participant and all of the funds will go towards the program, which offers a safe […]