Morris’ ‘fighter personality’ will bring success in military
By Sarah Hager Most 18-year-old girls do not aspire to one day serve in the military. However, this is the goal of Batavia High School senior Kate Morris. In the upcoming school year, Morris will be packing her bags and heading off to college to further her education as well as prepare for military service […]
Chahmirzadi rocks the drumline
By Maggie Boersma The drums pound, their loud sound ringing through the air. It echoes around the room, the beats growing into a song. The drum line participates in several competitions and performs many times. The season of drum line is currently not going on, but the students involved, including Chahmirzadi, have great memories of […]
Burken recovers from concussion, returns to cheer
By Abby Kent Head injuries; a scary concept for all, but a reality for Freshman Junior Varsity cheerleader Caty Burken. One day about two months ago a fluke accident caused her to suffer her first serious injury – a concussion. Even after going through such a scary experience, Burken doesn’t let it stop her and […]
Freshmen prepare for final exams
By Julia Pelech As finals approach, Batavia’s freshmen have been questioning how they are going to prepare as this is their first time taking final exams in high school. Finals are scheduled for the two days right before the start of winter break, leaving students with about two weeks to study for them, and freshman […]
Fitzpatrick defying gender norms
By Holly DuBose, Lauren Casper, and Carly Casper She straps her pads on and pulls on her helmet. She heads out to the field, in disguise and blends in with the other male teammates. She steps in front of the goal, grips her fingers around the lacrosse stick, and is ready to play. After a […]
Kaleidoscope concert shown through the student’s eyes
By Claire Gearhart The soft glow of the fairy lights was visible even through the blinding stage lights that brought out the worst shadows in the face. Stomachs fluttered with metaphorical butterflies as nerves were brought out by walking onto the bright stage. Poised and in position, the students began to perform. On Wed., Nov. […]
Burke’s time to shine
By Kyra Swims The shuffling and mumbling of the audience rings in your ear as you’re anxiously waiting backstage. You’re heart is beating at rates you never knew possible as your hands are balled into the tightest fist. As a techy hands you a mic wishing you good luck, a metallic voice announces to the […]
Freshman finals survival kit
By Xander Lundblad Are you feeling the normal stress of a typical high schooler now that the semester is coming to a close? Is your stomach aching? Are your palms sweating? If you answered, “yes, that’s me!” then sit back and relax…for now. Finals are coming, but we’ve got you covered. Here are a few […]
How to be a successful student athlete
By Julia Pelech There are many students at Batavia High School who are involved in sports, which require them to stay after school for daily practices, hindering their time to do homework. It takes certain skills to be able to manage their time in order to be able to achieve everything that they want to. […]
Color Guard: Relationships that last a lifetime
By Abby Hill Emotions pour out onto the tarp, a story being created right in front of the audience’s eyes. Flags and weapons spinning, the color guard performs their heart out as a team, but more importantly, as a family. Ranging from 25-12 people, the BHS color guard prioritizes relationships and teamwork in everything they […]