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 […]
Ten songs to listen to this fall
By Gabriella Helfer Fall is by far one of the prettiest seasons with its changing color and falling leaves. The chilly days, pumpkin patches, arm drinks, scary movies and just makes a lot of people happy. If you’re bored and you need that perfect new playlist to just drive around and admire all and all […]
Nicki Minaj vs. Cardi B
By Ben Barranco Female rappers have always been seen and rated behind male rappers. Some of the first popular female rappers in the game came around in the 90s with artists such as Missy Elliot, Foxy Brown, and Lil’ Kim, who would all help set the stage for future female rappers. Today there are mainly […]
Top 10 fun places to take kids around Batavia
By Sophie Dominguez Many high-schoolers have jobs as nannies or babysitters or have younger siblings. I can’t count the number of times I’ve been babysitting my brothers and thought to myself, “Wow, I wish I knew a good place I could take the kids to give them a fun experience.” Here is a list of […]
OPINION: Should the US be Involved in Syria?
After long wars and involvement in the middle east, people are starting to question if the US should be involved in Syria. After long campaigns in Iraq and still in Afghanistan many Americans are questioning the US involvement in Syria and if we should even be there. After eight years in Iraq and now 17 […]
Top five fall activities in the Chicagoland area
By Ellie Alholm As the leaves turn colors and the weather becomes cooler, fall activities are just beginning. When looking for festive fall activities around the Chicagoland area, there are various places you and your family/friends can visit to make this beautiful season memorable. The Basement of the Dead- Aurora If you’re looking to get […]
Opinion: Why the Chicago Bulls will make the Playoffs
By Evan Misner Chicago Bulls fans are not doing well after the Bulls started off 1-3, but it’s only four games into the season and there are still 78 games left to play. Looking at the downsides first, theBulls are missing four key players to their roster including big man Lauri Markkanen, point guard Kris […]
Top 10 upcoming movies
By Michelle Molina Ralph Breaks the Internet The sequel to Wreck-It Ralph is coming and everyone is hyped for it. Director Rich Moore returned with new ideas that would update characters and explore new online gaming. Ralph Breaks the Internet will include lots of cameos and references to video games. It will come to theaters […]
Q&A with Brooke Nazos: freshman finishes her first season of high school cross country
By Caroline Hager Brooke Nazos is a freshman at Batavia High School. She is one of the top freshman runners on the Batavia High School cross country team. This year was her first year as an official high school athlete. This year the Batavia frosh/soph team took third at the conference meet, with Brooke as […]
Career paths for you here at BHS!
By Grace Summers Most students are unfamiliar with the Fox Valley Career Center Program (FVCC). The Center offers a variety of specialized courses and programs to juniors and seniors here at Batavia High School. Some of the programs offered are Automotive Technology I and II, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Fire Science, Basic Nurse Assistant Training […]
Top 10 budget-friendly vacations in the U.S
By Renee Forsyth For a family on a budget, vacations can be hard to come by. Sometimes, just a weekend away from home can make the most memories. Some families may prefer a road trip, and some just want to start their vacation right away. The vacation prices below are based on a family of […]