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The RoundUp

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The RoundUp

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Behind Closed Doors

Shayna Youkhana, Social Media Manager
Published May 28, 2025

Dr. Olga Duchon was hit across her head with a baseball bat and then shot three times in front of her four year-old daughter. The person judged with the crime is her ex-partner, William Zientek on Nov....

Illustration by Anshul Nadendla

Home Sweet Home?

Anshul Nadendla and Ruby Nass
Published May 22, 2025

Jessie* has never been on a family vacation. In third grade, upset that her family never traveled to places like Disney World, Jessie asked her mom why. “That’s when my mom told me we legally can’t,”...

Travel Trackdown

Travel Trackdown

Alexander Brudvik, Print Opinions Editor
Published May 21, 2025

Vintage to Virtual

Vintage to Virtual

Benice Udeogu, Staff Writer
Published April 25, 2025

When World Language and English teacher Mercedes Beltrán was a student at BHS, the halls echoed with the sounds of slamming lockers and chit-chats with no AirPods in sight. Now, the same halls vibrate...

Liam’s Jeopardy Victory

Liam’s Jeopardy Victory

Ruby Nass, Online Opinions Editor
Published April 22, 2025

In the electrifying world of "Jeopardy", a new name is lighting up the scoreboard–one that might sound familiar: Liam Starnes. But what led up to this moment? Starnes, a 2021 graduate, had various...

Photo courtesy of Hassan Javed, ‘27.

Catch up with Cards for Comfort

Hassan Javed, Online News Editor
Published April 16, 2025

New clubs have been sweeping the school, ensuring each student has a positive experience while exploring their hobbies and interests. Cards for Comfort is a club where students can explore their artistic...

An acrylic nail featuring a bunny illustration created by Tinajero is displayed in a glass case. Each creation she makes is like a unique gem. Photo illustration by Macie Spangler, ‘25.

Acrylic Artistry

Macie Spangler, Staff Writer
Published March 15, 2025

Whether it’s at the crack of dawn or the dead of night, you can find senior Liz Tinajero crouched over a small desk, perfecting her craft: acrylic nails. With a steady hand and careful attention to detail,...

The Multilingual Experience

The Multilingual Experience

Annie Wu, Staff Writer
Published March 11, 2025
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Zaina Khader discusses what it is like to be multilingual and the benefits that come with it.
Seniors Alexis Homan and Oumy Gueye pose for a picture on a digital camera. Photo illustration by Gaby Rosales, 25.

Snap Back

Gaby Rosales, Staff Writer
Published March 6, 2025

Last summer we enjoyed long sunny days while capturing it all through photos and videos. The need to capture those moments before they were gone became the most important thing. But, instead of pulling...

Cupid’s Favorite Couple

Cupid’s Favorite Couple

Shayna Youkhana, Social Media Manager
Published March 6, 2025

Chocolates, flowers, fluffy stuffed animals, you name it. That’s what most people associate with Valentine’s Day, but in 2025, how do high schoolers celebrate Valentine’s Day? Seniors Cami...

Photo Courtesy of RyAnn Brown '25.

Timeless Love

RyAnn Brown, Online A&E Editor
Published February 12, 2025

The Early Years It all started in second grade. But, they didn’t know it then, of course. Richard ‘Dick’ Schwemm leans back in his chair, a small smile on his face. “We were both born in Sherman...

Photo courtesy of Manav Uddin.

Back to the Building

Manav Uddin, Staff Writer
Published January 10, 2025

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity. Ty Gorman is the new Associate Principal of Instruction and Future Readiness. He has worked in the district for over 20 years, where he started...

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