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Treats to bake in December


Treats to bake in December

By Claire Gearhart In some households, baking is almost considered a religious experience during the holiday season. Baking provides an outlet for getting together and for exploring a more creative side. But what baking treats are a bust, and which ones will bring the family together? Which ones will have the mouth dancing and which […]

OPINION: Thanksgiving is better than Christmas


OPINION: Thanksgiving is better than Christmas

By Claire Gearhart Everyone loves the welcoming feelings that celebrations bring to the household. Spending time together, going on vacations, time off from work or school are all things enjoy about holidays. Any festivity no doubt brings favorable feelings to everyone. Almost anyone favors a specific holiday, and there are many factors that play on […]

Five most popular Thanksgiving foods


Five most popular Thanksgiving foods

By Karen Reyes With Thanksgiving a few days away, the excitement and chatter about the feasts people will be having at home or with friends has begun. According to students that are looking forward to their own “friendsgiving”, there are five most popular foods, snacks, and toppings that they often have on this day, besides […]

What Christmas movie character are you most like?


What Christmas movie character are you most like?

By Isabella Jordan 1) What do you do on Christmas? A) Spread Christmas cheer by singing so all can hear.      B) Spend time with my family and celebrate.      C) Find new traditions and activities to do.      D) Stay in my house and do nothing. 2) What do you want […]

Ping pong club makes debut


Ping pong club makes debut

By Xander Lundblad Wed., Nov. 16 was a huge day for BHS clubs as a new club had its first meeting that day, and one the school has never seen before: Ping Pong Club. The idea to start this club came from students Sophie Dominguez and Emma Zahner. They suggested the idea to sponsor Karen […]

Bulldog power hour


Bulldog power hour

By Kyra Swims and Maggie Boersma Throughout the past several weeks, a new version of Bulldog Hour has been implemented. This program occurs every Wednesday, in every block excluding gym, and lasts for 30 minutes. The time has multiple uses, though not every teacher uses the time in the same way. The purpose of Bulldog […]

OPINION: Who should Win the Heisman Trophy?


OPINION: Who should Win the Heisman Trophy?

By Maty Baines The Heisman Trophy is awarded to the most outstanding player in College Football.The award was created by the Downtown Athletic Club in 1935.  Many football legends have won the Heisman over the past 81 years. These legends include Marcus Allen, Herschel Walker, Barry Sanders, Doug Flutie, Desmond Howard, Charles Woodson, Tim Tebow, […]

10 things to do this winter


10 things to do this winter

By Abby Kent Winter’s right around the corner, and you know what that means: winter break is coming up, along with random days off of school for excessive cold and snow. It’s inevitable that boredom will probably come along with those days off. Don’t worry because here’s a list of ten things to do this […]

OPINION: Adopt, don’t shop!


OPINION: Adopt, don’t shop!

By Holly DuBose Everyone knows Petland, but everyone does not know where their animals come from. 99% of puppies at stores come from puppy mills. By shopping at pet stores like Petland, customers are supporting puppy mills all over the country and contributing to the distress and grief of the parent dog. The definition of […]

OPINION: Later school start times help sleep deprived students


OPINION: Later school start times help sleep deprived students

By Maddie Durso Every morning your alarm screams at you to wake up. It’s time to get up ready to go to school. You’re tired and exhausted, yet you still somehow drag yourself to school. Delaying school start time would greatly benefit Batavia High School students, as well as the staff. Starting school at a […]