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 […]
How to avoid being the third wheel
By Carly Simonian ¨It will be fun¨ is always a trap when it comes to third wheeling. Hanging out with your friend and her boyfriend will never be a comfortable situation. You will end up sitting in the corner of the couch, watching them be all lovey dovey. Little do you know, there are ways […]
5 things to get you through high school
By Kate Buchas High school is a time where everyone is trying to figure themselves out while also trying to have the best times of their lives. Getting through high school can be extremely difficult and emotional. A couple of things you may need will be easy to figure out, but for others upperclassmen can […]
Fun vacation spots during spring break
By Anthony Glisson With spring break coming up, many people are trying to think of what they can go do. You might be going on vacation or just staying home depending on what you have going on but If you are unsure as to what you are doing, take a hint from this article, it […]
Tips for dealing with Test Anxiety
By Sierra Hobson Scantrons and finals, pop quizzes, oh my! For many students just the sound of those words cause heartbeats to race. As if students don’t struggle enough with homework and class work, they are then put through immense amounts of stress and anxiety to prove that knowledge on a test. Not only are […]
10 things only people from Illinois will understand
By Marissa Spears If you are born and raised in Illinois I’m sure there are a few things you have recognized that set you apart from the rest of America. Especially since everywhere you go after growing up here just seems like they’re trying to poision you with their cat-litter-like food. Here are ten things […]
How to: Passing Periods
By McKenna Renier We’ve all had our horrific encounters in the hallway. A cluster of students going 50 different directions, the one kid who deems it dangerous to walk faster than the speed of a snail, and the obnoxious couple that feels the need to have an intimate encounter in front of the entire BHS […]
Countdown to graduation
By Kate Buchas The seniors at Batavia High school have just weeks before graduation. They are trying to live up these last months they have with their childhood friends in the best ways possible. Seniors, weather they have been at Batavia since kindergarten or if they are just now coming into Batavia schools, are still […]
Eighth-grader behind ‘Thatguyphotos’ already making an impact on BHS athletics
By Rachel Morano Sports have always been a big part of Batavia High School, but especially now more than ever because of the way “Thatguyphotos” captures the action. Samuel Thiem is an eighth-grader at Rotolo Middle School and has already made such a huge impact on both Batavia High School and Batavia in general. Taking […]
Gymnastics places third at regionals, two advance to sectionals
By Alyssa Dian On Wed., Feb. 3, Batavia High School’s varsity gymnastics team placed third at the Glenbard West regional and took home two individual awards. Megan McGee, senior and one of five team captains, placed third on vault, receiving a 9.25. The other individual award went to Lauren Stangl, who is a senior as well […]
Turf field approved for installation at BHS
By Ashley Cichon On May 15, construction on a synthetic turf field will begin at BHS to improve playing and practicing usage, save money and reduce injury, according to school administration. Since the addition of the BFAC and fieldhouse, the conditions of the deteriorating fields were visibly noticeable, according to football coach Dennis Piron. The […]