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REVIEW: ‘Oppenheimer’ an ‘American Prometheus’


REVIEW: ‘Oppenheimer’ an ‘American Prometheus’

Oppenheimer exceeds expectations with 13 Oscars and a powerful message in movie theaters and homes around the world. By Lylah Jakubiak In a crowded movie theater, darkness stretches across the screen. Suddenly, the audience is encapsulated by a rolling, roaring cloud of glowing fire that snakes across the black. The theater falls silent as they […]

Walkout against gun violence


Walkout against gun violence

By Alexa Quiroz On Friday, April 19, Batavia High School Students Against Gun Violence hosted a walkout in memorial of the Columbine High School shooting. The students of this organization invited anyone who wanted to participate to join them on their walk out at 2:00 pm to Engstrom Park in remembrance of 25 years since […]

The Importance of the Solar Eclipse: a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity for students


The Importance of the Solar Eclipse: a once-in-a-lifetime learning opportunity for students

By Sophia Nahorski It was a clear day on Mon., April 8, 2024 when the second solar eclipse occurred in the 21st century. But, many classes at Batavia High School were not allowed to go outside to experience the solar eclipse. This was an incredibly disappointing moment for many because solar eclipses are very rare, […]

BHS ‘Rock The Runway’ rocks again


BHS ‘Rock The Runway’ rocks again

By Emma Olberg For 15 years, BHS has held a wearable fashion show called Rock The Runway (RTR). RTR is a show that displays the amazing talent and creativity of high school students. Every year, participants may use anything but fabric to create an item of clothing or a fashion accessory. This shows how creative […]

OPINION: ‘I just want to sleep.’


OPINION: ‘I just want to sleep.’

Why BHS should start school later By Lylah Jakubiak This school year, BHS has accumulated almost a week’s worth of E-learning and snow days. As a result, many students ended up sleeping in during this time. Now back in school, some students are beginning to question the 7:35 start time, wishing for their morning sleep […]