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 […]
Target vs. Walmart: Target stands on top
By Brookelyn Vande Loo In today’s world there is no other debate great than who is better, Target or Walmart. They both have their strengths and weaknesses. Target has really stepped up their game in both price and quality. This mega retailer used to be considered super expensive; however, Target has really taken aim on […]
MLB The Show is the best video game available
By Jackson Ketelsen Unlike other games MLB The Show cares about their players. MLB The Show 24 is the best sports game out right now because of its quality and the way the company cares about the game and its players. One issue with video games can be the frequency that the games are updated. […]
Starbucks vs. Dunkin
By Emma Wecker Starbucks vs. Dunkin is a long, ongoing debate that’s been going on forever. People of all ages, everywhere, are buying their drinks and food everyday from both places. It all comes down to menu size, customization, healthiness, and atmosphere. Starbucks has proven to be better in all areas. Starbucks has shown that […]
Are BHS track coaches effective?
By Addison Brown Batavia’s Track Program is one of the best in the Dukane Conference. Batavia has won conference championships multiple times over the years. The most recent win was two years ago in 2022, and then Batavia’s JV and varsity won conference championships in indoor track this year (2024). Batavia’s track coaches are a […]
Q&A: Reflecting on mentoring
By Alexa Quiroz After school mentoring program is coming to an end soon. Mentoring is an afterschool program where high school students mentor elementary school students. Many students benefit from mentoring, both high school and elementary school. Giving us an insight is high school student Harrison Bingaman. Q: How long have you been mentoring? A: […]
Q&A: Sophomore Drum Major Chelsea Boothe reflects on her Batavia Marching Band Experience
by Sophia Nahorski Chelsea Boothe is a highly involved student at Batavia High School. She is a sophomore and participates in many extracurricular activities. These activities include Youth and Government, Mock Trial, Girl Up, Key Club, Student Council, Book Club, LINK, student ambassador for the super attendant, Marching Band, and Model UN. The Batavia Marching […]
Q&A: Frannie Gosselin talks about possibly majoring in music
By Bella Punzio 13 years of hard work and dedication Frannie Gosselin is in her senior year of high school. She has a passion for music and band and would like to pursue some career that involves music in her future. Frannie has a lot of experience with trombone, a little bit of piano and […]
Mackenzie Krauch, varsity softball player, is excited for new season.
By Emma Wecker The Batavia High School softball season has just recently begun. A current sophomore, Mackenzie Krauch, is excited to be playing on varsity this year. Last year she was pulled up late in the season for some varsity games and participated in the playoff games. With experience playing in many different positions, she […]
My top 5 MLB teams before the season
By Jackson Ketelsen With opening day for the MLB being in ten days on march 28th here are my top 5 teams this year based on how they have played and who they add this offseason. 1. Dodgers The Dodgers are already showing signs of being a really good team this year just from what […]
Q&A Senior Abi Edwards Kicks Off her senior season
By Brookelyn Vande Loo Soccer season started up this week and the Batavia bulldogs kicked it off with a win against Bartlett 1-0. Senior Abi Edwards, three-year varsity member who is committed to Wheaton College, started off the season with an assist and a win over Bartlett High School. Edwards is a highly involved student […]