Who doesn’t love a classic meal consisting of pizza or pasta? These simple concepts can be customized with a variety of ingredients, originating from the heart and soul of Italy.
Stancato’s Italian Restaurant has been serving classic Italian dishes to the greater Cleveland area since they opened their doors in 1971. With numerous options to choose from, every menu item provides an authentic taste that you won’t find anywhere else in Parma, just a short 10 minutes away from Brooklyn.
They also have dietary-friendly options that are inclusive to those with food allergies, lifestyle-related choices, or even religion-based restrictions. Along with their friendly options, the kitchen’s ability allows customers to adjust and customize their meals to ensure their comfort while still preserving their signature flavors, making it unique and open to everyone. Doesn’t this sound delightful?
So, what exactly are they known for? Starting off, you can enjoy the taste of their delicious meatballs, seasoned with Italian herbs and their very own Sunday Premier Sauce. Additionally, try their homemade pizza, pasta, and wedding soup.
Simply, Stancato’s brings a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can choose your meal from an extensive menu with some good Italian music in the background as well as authentic scenery. Why not enjoy the taste of Italy right here in Parma, Ohio?
With Spring Break just three days away, this is the final news article until April 14, so let’s wrap up this week with some important highlights.
Today, English II OST begins and part two will take place this Thursday. To prepare, make sure to review important items, charge your chromebook, eat a good breakfast, and get a good night of sleep. Good luck to all students taking the ELA II OST. Do your best, so you do not have to take it again.
Moving along, if you are looking for a change around BHS, it is already here. Junior Kendall Lewis, a student in Mr. Kaspar’s Murals II class, has delivered on her product with purpose and creativity.
Inspired by Spongebob and overall cleanliness, Lewis took the liberty and creative direction with her mural that is located by the school clinic. Her mural has been received with praise as she recently stated, “I’ve only heard great things from the faculty.”
With allergy season in full-swing, the nurses told Lewis that they wanted something that promoted cleanliness and proper hygiene. She added the idea of including Spongebob, as she believed everyone loves the comedic, little sponge.
A big thanks to Kendall for adding to our school’s vibrant and colorful community. Now please, wash your hands!
Now onto something a little more emotional. The historic auditorium and music wing are all being renovated, a massive project that just began last week. Everything has been taken out and relocated. For some, this can be seen as a loss of memories, but for others, this can be seen as moving forward with modern-day innovation. The auditorium will, hopefully, be completed for reopening in March of 2027.
Next is the hot-button topic of attendance. A recent research study found that only 32 percent of Brooklyn High School students have satisfactory attendance this year. This could be due to unforeseen circumstances or just a lack of motivation. One aspect that could help with motivation would be joining an extracurricular activity or a club.
Speaking of clubs, the show choir is practicing during W.I.N. Block for An Evening With performance at the new preschool venue. With Mrs. Cipriani having the students choose their own songs, the guys selected boy bands, and the girls chose girl groups. If you are interested in joining the show choir next year, please contact Mrs. Cipriani for more information.
To wrap up, we wish everyone a safe, healthy, and entertaining Spring break. When everyone returns on Monday, April 13, lock-in and finish the final lap of school to the best of your ability. Summer is coming!
Here is the upcoming April calendar.
April 2: ELA II OST – Part II
April 3: Good Friday
April 5: Easter Sunday
April 6-10: Spring Break
April 13: School Resumes
Have an outstanding week, fellow Hurricanes!
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Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Gianna Garcia. Gianna is quiet, smart, and empathetic. She has been in Brooklyn since kindergarten and works part-time at Panera Bread. In her free time, she likes to go out with her friends and shop. A fun fact about Gianna is that she has earned college credit hours in multiple subjects.
Q: Describe your biggest motivation?
A: “My biggest motivation would probably be my parents and just wanting to succeed in life.”
Q: What tactics do you use to maintain steady grades?
A: “I try my best to stay organized and to make sure everything gets done on time.”
Q: What is your favorite subject?
A: “Math.”
Q: How do you avoid senioritis?
A: “Um, I don’t.”
Q: Would you rather be too cold or too hot?
A: “Too cold. Being too hot is uncomfortable.”
Q: What is your favorite song?
A: “I can never have one favorite song, as it changes all the time.”
Q: What is your dream Spring break vacation?
A: “Italy.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mrs. Sullivan. She motivated me to take CCP English, and she has just always been there when I needed it.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Gianna. Good luck in your future Nursing career. We hope you stay away from that senioritis and have a great finish to the school year.
Is your bracket busted after the first two rounds like most of ours? Now is the time for redemption.
With the first weekend of games fully in the books and 48 teams out of the 64 eliminated, it is time to recap how each region’s first two rounds unfolded to see which 16 teams remain.
*South Region: #1 Florida and #9 Iowa got through their first round matchups, but when it came time to face each other, the Hawkeyes ended up knocking off the top-seeded and defending National Champion Florida Gators, thanks to a game-winning three from Alvaro Folgueiras. This is Iowa’s first Sweet 16 appearance since 1999. The next two matchups saw #5 Vanderbilt beat #12 McNeese State, and #4 Nebraska won their first ever NCAA tournament game. Nebraska and Vanderbilt had a 40-minute battle in round two, and the Commodores nearly hit a game-winning half court shot as time expired, but the Cornhuskers survived. This will be Big Red’s first Sweet 16 appearance ever. #11 VCU had the first upset in the region, knocking off #6 North Carolina, and #3 Illinois cruised past their first opponent. The Fighting Illini continued their dominance by ending VCU’s Cinderella run in the Round of 32. Lastly with #10 Texas A&M and #2 Houston, the Cougars knocked off the Aggies to advance to the Sweet 16.
The South matchups are set: Iowa vs. Nebraska and Illinois vs. Houston.
*West Region: #1 Arizona dominated their first round matchup against Long Island, and #9 Utah State got past #8 Villanova. The predicted upset for this region was #12 High Point taking down #5 Wisconsin, while #4 Arkansas defeated #13 Hawaii. The Panthers run came to an end after the Razorbacks hung on in a back-and-forth tilt. The #11 Texas Longhorns, after their first four victory, took down #6 BYU, and #3 Gonzaga beat #14 Kennesaw State. The Longhorns kept their run going, taking down Gonzaga in the second round. Lastly, #7 Miami (FL.) defeated #10 Missouri, and #2 Purdue dominated in their opening round. The Boilermakers kept their winning streak going, knocking off the Hurricanes to advance.
The West matchups are set: Arizona vs. Arkansas and Texas vs. Purdue.
*East Region: #1 Duke and #9 TCU barely escaped their first round matchups, with the Blue Devils overcoming a 13-point deficit in the second half to defeat Siena, and the Horned Frogs scored a game-winning layup with only four seconds left to beat #8 Ohio State. In the second round, Duke continued to struggle, but nonetheless, they rallied again to defeat TCU. Rick Pitino’s #5 St. John’s cruised past #12 Northern Iowa by 26 points and advanced to the second round, playing #4 Kansas, who defeated #13 California Baptist. The Red Storm came out victorious with the buzzer-beater win, knocking off the Jayhawks. Elsewhere, #6 Louisville defeated #11 South Florida but nearly blew a 23-point-lead, and #3 Michigan State knocked off #14 North Dakota State. In the second round, the Spartans knocked off the Cardinals to advance. Finally, #7 UCLA escaped #10 UCF, and #2 UConn avoided a near upset against #15 Furman. The Huskies kept things alive, knocking off the red-hot Bruins to advance.
The East matchups are set: Duke vs. St. John’s and UConn vs. Michigan State.
*Midwest Region: #1 Michigan and #9 Saint Louis dominated their first round matchups, but when it came to the second round, the Billikens were no match as the Wolverines continued their dominance, advancing to the Sweet 16. Next, #4 Alabama dominated the game against #13 Hofstra, and #5 Texas Tech held on against #12 Akron, but the Crimson Tide destroyed their second round matchup, too, over the Red Raiders. #6 Tennessee and #3 Virginia each won their first round games, but the Volunteers upset the Cavaliers to move on to the Sweet 16. Lastly, #7 Kentucky and #10 Santa Clara arguably saw the wildest finish of the tournament so far with Santa Clara hitting a go-ahead three-pointer with two seconds left, but the Wildcats’ Otega Oweh hit a midcourt three to send the game into overtime, and ultimately, the Wildcats prevailed. #2 Iowa State cruised past their first round matchup and later defeated Kentucky in round two to advance to the Sweet 16.
The Midwest matchups are set: Michigan vs. Alabama and Tennessee vs. Iowa State.
Now that every bracket is completely destroyed, it is time for The Return of the Eye Sports Staff, plus Mr. Urig and Mr. Holko, to make their final four picks.
*Nicolle: (10) – For spending a lot of recent time talking to a local judge, her picks weren’t that bad. However, if her next picks are anything like her driving record and early softball season results, she will quickly find her way in the basement with these picks.
South: Houston
West: Arkansas
East: Michigan State
Midwest: Tennessee
*Reese: (12) – How is this even possible? She thought Central Florida’s abbreviation was UFC. Apparently, she has fighting on her mind, but low and behold, her reign at the top will not last long, similar to the strength in her right knee.
South: Houston
West: Arizona
East: Duke
Midwest: Michigan
*Jacob: (11) – I have to give him credit. His early picks shattered his early picks from last year, but everyone knows that he won’t be in contention after this weekend. Him going the distance in this pick ‘em is like him hitting a ball past the pitcher’s mound. Simply, it’s not going to happen.
South: Houston
West: Arkansas
East: Duke
Midwest: Iowa State
*Mr. Urig: (12) – I have more faith in Coach Urig leading this challenge more than I do in Reese. However, Mr. Urig just made the turn, and the back nine will not be so friendly to him, especially picking St. John’s as the East representative.
South: Houston
West: Arizona
East: St. John’s
Midwest: Iowa State
*Mr. Holko: (11) – Not great yet not terrible early picks from the fearless leader. Everyone knows he’s going with the Maize and Blue to win it all, so his mood throughout the duration of this tournament will lie with Dusty May and battle-tested Michigan Wolverines.
South: Houston
West: Arizona
East: Michigan State
Midwest: Michigan
The games will resume tonight with the Texas Longhorns battling the Purdue Boilermakers with tip-off at 7:10. You can check out the rest of the Sweet 16 schedule on the March Madness website.
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
With the last couple of months focusing on entertainment and exhibits, we decided to switch it up a bit and highlight some authentic cuisine. Who doesn’t like a good meal now and then? The next couple of weeks will feature different and diverse restaurants to those who are willing to expand their taste buds.
The first spotlight will be El Palenque, a casual restaurant that offers a variety of authentic Mexican cuisine. With their savory recipes and fresh ingredients, El Palenque brings out the flavors of Mexico right here in Brooklyn, Ohio.
This restaurant is most loved for its authentic Mexican cuisine, specifically the Mexican Street Tacos, Quesabirria Tacos, and Fajitas. Beyond these favorites, customers love the diverse, specialized, and signature flavors on the menu. New menu items should be something to look forward to, as well.
With El Palenque being so close, it is very busy with people ordering their famous Stone Molcajetes, which is a hefty portion of Grilled Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas, along with an eight-ounce certified Angus Beef Rib-Eye Steak. Like any other dish, it comes with rice, beans, and guacamole salad.
Don’t feel like dining in the restaurant? All of these delicious food items can now be delivered to your home with Uber Eats. Options are plentiful, so take advantage.
If you are open to trying new dishes, El Palenque should be the first place to try. With its authentic taste, it will deliver a rich flavor of Mexico that you will not find anywhere else.
Last week had a “shaky” start with the meteor coming down in Northeast Ohio. Students were in class ready to learn, and then around 9:05 during second period, we could feel and hear the meteor break into the Earth’s atmosphere. It was pretty cool and historic, but now, let’s “break” into this week’s news.
To start, prom deposits are due to Mrs. Holko by this Friday, March 27. Please see your grade level Google classroom for more information. Be responsible!
Who is ready for Spring break? With Spring break right around the corner, the news group takes grades very seriously. Let this be a reminder to stay on top of any and all assignments, study for any quizzes or tests, and ask for some tutoring. Spring break should be a fun and relaxing time away from school, not full of academic regret.
The annual 8th grade Washington D.C. trip is currently being finalized. Students attending this trip from May 20-22 will visit the Arlington Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial, WWII Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam War and Korean War Memorials, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Air & Space Museum, IMAX, and the Marine Corps Museum. This trip is a great learning experience, grounded right in our nation’s capital. For more details, contact Miss Cramer.
Moving along, with the club spotlight disappearing for a while, it is time to bring it back. Welcome to the Esports Club with their season recently concluding. This team came to Brooklyn a while back, but this was the first year for varsity competition. Esports is led by Mr. Jones and his three student leaders: Landon Blankenship, David Beane, and Captain Gaven McCanelley. If you are interested in joining Esports next year, please see Mr. Jones for more information.
Finally, keep an ear out for upcoming Ohio State Testing dates and times. Prepare accordingly and do your best. One and done!
Here is the upcoming March/April calendar.
March 26: Literacy Night
March 27: Prom Deposits Due
March 27: Hurricane Food Pantry Pickup
March 31: ELA OST – Part I
April 2: ELA OST – Part II
April 3: Good Friday
April 5: Easter Sunday
April 6-10: Spring Break
April 13: School Resumes
Have a great week, Hurricanes!
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
Chosen for this week’s senior spotlight is Kelvin Santiago. Kelvin is charismatic, fierce, and faithful. He has been in Brooklyn for three years and works part-time at Texas Roadhouse. In his free time, he likes to play video games and sleep. A fun fact about Kelvin is that he can bench press 230 pounds.
Q: What is your best high school memory?
A: “Doing a backflip during the Homecoming dance.”
Q: What mindset do you have during difficult times?
A: “Never give up.”
Q: Where do you eat out the most?
A: “Raising Canes.”
Q: What place would you love to travel to?
A: “Tokyo or Kyoto, Japan.”
Q: Did you ever feel incomplete during high school?
A: “I wasn’t able to do as many sports as I wanted, and I wish my grades were better.”
Q: What was the hardest high school class for you?
A: “Algebra II.”
Q: Do you have any secret talents?
A: “I can do a backflip and a walking handstand.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mr. Verba. I’ve had so many memories with him, and I just personally think he was just such a fun teacher.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Kelvin. With only one quarter left of high school, finish strong and get your future plans ironed out.
It is the best sports time of the year, especially for college basketball fans. The 64-team March Madness tournament has arrived, so let us give a rundown of the favorites from each region, plus a Cinderella story from each region as well.
*South Region: The #1 seed is the reigning national champion, the Florida Gators, who went 26-7. The #2 seed is the Houston Cougars with a record of 28-6. Remember, the Cougars lost to the Gators in last year’s National Championship game. The #3 seed is from the Big 10, the Illinois Fighting Illini, who finished with a record of 24-8. The #4 seed, also from the Big 10, is the Nebraska Cornhuskers, who finished with a record of 26-6. The Cornhuskers are looking for their first tournament win in program history. Cinderella Team: Look for the Southland Conference champion and the #12 seeded McNeese State Cowboys to upset the #5 Vanderbilt Commodores.
*West Region: The #1 seed is the #2 overall team in college basketball, who finished with a record of 32-2, the Arizona Wildcats. The #2 seed is the Big 10 tournament champion, the Purdue Boilermakers, who finished with a record of 27-8. The #3 seed is the Gonzaga Bulldogs with a very solid season, who finished with a record of 30-3. The #4 seed is the Arkansas Razorbacks, SEC tournament champion, who finished with a record of 26-8. Cinderella Team: Look for the Big South Conference champion the High Point Panthers to upset the #5 Wisconsin Badgers.
*East Region: The #1 overall team in college basketball, the Duke Blue Devils, finished with a record of 32-2. The #2 seed is the UConn Huskies, who finished with a record of 29-5. The #3 seed is the Michigan State Spartans, who had a record of 25-7. Finally, the #4 seed is the Kansas Jayhawks with a record of 23-10. Cinderella Team: Look for a potential upset with the #11 South Florida Bulls over the #6 Louisville Cardinals.
*Midwest Region: The #1 seed and #3 overall team in college basketball is the Michigan Wolverines, who finished their season with a 31-3 record and won the Big 10 regular season title. The #2 seed belongs to the Iowa State Cyclones with a respectable 27-7 record. The #3 seed is the Virginia Cavaliers, who finished with a record of 29-5. Lastly, the #4 seed is the Alabama Crimson Tide with a record of 23-9. Cinderella Team: We can see a hometown upset with the #12 Akron Zips beating the #5 Texas Tech Red Raiders.
Now is the time you have all been waiting for: The Return of the Eye Sports Staff will make our “expert” Sweet 16 predictions. Mr. Urig, this year’s guest picker, along with Mr. Holko will make theirs, too.
*Nicolle:Hopefully, she spent more time on her bracket picks than with her recent court appearances.
South: Florida, Nebraska, Illinois, Houston
West: Arizona, Arkansas, Gonzaga, Miami
East: Ohio State, Kansas, Michigan State, UConn
Midwest: Michigan, Alabama, Virginia, Iowa State
*Reese:How can we really take her seriously when she believes that soccer is the best sport?
South: Florida, Nebraska, Illinois, Houston
West: Arizona, Arkansas, Gonzaga, Purdue
East: Duke, Kansas, Michigan State, UConn
Midwest: Michigan, Alabama, Virginia, Iowa State
*Jacob:Wild Fire’s picks can only go up from last year where he found himself in the basement of accuracy. He’s striving for more correct picks to match or surpass his current 33 mph fastball.
South: Florida, McNeese State, Illinois, Houston
West: Arizona, Arkansas, Gonzaga, Miami
East: Duke, St. John’s, Michigan State, UCLA
Midwest: Michigan, Alabama, Tennessee, Iowa State
*Mr. Urig:This “celebrity” guest picker has a tall task ahead of him in that he cannot lose to the students. If he does, he will never live it down, and his daily jokes will turn him into a joke.
South: Florida, Nebraska, North Carolina, Houston
West: Arizona, Arkansas, Gonzaga, Purdue
East: Duke, St. John’s, Michigan State, UConn
Midwest: Michigan, Alabama, Virginia, Iowa State
*Mr. Holko:Greatness, self-explanatory!
South: Florida, Vanderbilt, Illinois, Houston
West: Arizona, Arkansas, Gonzaga, Purdue
East: Duke, St. John’s, Michigan State, UConn
Midwest: Michigan, Akron, Virginia, Iowa State
The games tip-off today with #9 TCU taking on #8 Ohio State at 12:15.
Good luck to everyone with their brackets. As always, don’t overthink it because March Madness makes the smart people feel dumb. Leave a comment below with your Sweet 16 picks.
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
Want to challenge your cognitive skills? If so, there is just the right place for you to test your brain.
The Museum of Illusions is a tourist attraction in Cleveland that features 60-80 visual mind-blowing optical illusions, holograms, and interactive exhibits.
It offers a fun, photo-friendly environment that explores the science behind perception and perspective, designed for all ages. Not only is it a unique experience, it also provides visitors an educational experience that inspires creativity.
Come and enter the fascinating world of illusions to trick your brain into seeing from different perspectives to create a cool illusion. Explore different exhibits to challenge your vision and mind in sync together.
Below are some featured rooms.
*Tilted Room: The famous Tilted Room tricks your mind by using extreme angles to create an illusion that makes the guest feel as though they are defying gravity. This looks exhaustingly entertaining.
*Vortex Tunnel: The Vortex Tunnel is a popular disorientating interactive exhibit that features a rotating cylinder around a flat walkway. Though the path remains stable, it tricks the brain into feeling as if the ground is spinning or tilting causing dizziness. Please don’t fall!
*Reversed Room: The Reversed Room is an inverted exhibit designed to challenge perception by turning a room upside down. By using specific angles, utilizing slanted objects and furniture, visitors can take pictures that make them appear walking on the ceiling or defying gravity. We may need Dramamine for this one.
With many interactive activities, this Museum of Illusions provides many fun exhibits that make the experience enjoyable. Open throughout the week, visit the link below to check out the optical illusions and many more opportunities for a different kind of fun.
Welcome to the fourth and final quarter, one step closer for seniors being free as they leave BHS forever in May.
To start off this week’s news, Mrs. Holko is now taking deposits for any student who wishes to attend prom. The deposit is $60 and can be turned into her, room 271. Also, anyone who does not go to prom can still attend post prom, which will be located at Fun ‘n’ Stuff. See your grade-level Google classroom for more details on both events.
Next, following the upcoming Spring concert, the jazz band will travel to the Tri-C Metro Campus for a day of performance and art. The legendary Count Basie Orchestra will be present with many of its members assisting all of the performing jazz ensembles.
Speaking of the annual Spring concert, which will include performances from the show choir, chorale, and concert band, each student in these groups has been working hard during and after school to make this a special show. Make sure to come and support them as this will be the final concert in the old auditorium.
Moving along from music-related items, any senior interested in seeking to earn scholarship money, make sure to check your Class of 2026 Google Classroom for scholarship opportunities. There are plenty of local scholarships available, ranging from $500-$2,500 each. All scholarship applications are due by April 24.
With the fourth quarter starting yesterday, there is not a whole lot going on as of now, but news will pick-up soon. In the meantime, start this quarter off well, and don’t look back.
Here is this week’s calendar.
March 18: Spring Concert
March 19: Winter Sports Banquet
March 19: Tri-C Jazz Festival
Have an outstanding week, Hurricanes!
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Chosen for this week’s senior spotlight is Malak Chafki. Malak is confident, caring, and exquisite. She has been a student in Brooklyn throughout her educational career and currently balances her time working, attending college classes, and being a student-athlete. When she does have free time, she likes to read and go shopping. After graduation, she plans to attend a four-year university to pursue a career in the medical field. A fun fact about Malak is that she used to do gymnastics when she was younger.
Q: What kinds of struggles have you gotten past that were difficult to conquer?
A: “Staying motivated through all four years of high school was something that I struggled with a lot. My grades definitely reflected that in my junior year.”
Q: What is something you regret that you didn’t do during school?
A: “I regret not trying harder. I feel like I did the bare minimum when it came to certain subjects when I know I could’ve done a lot better and gotten better grades.”
Q: How did you manage to do college classes while still taking classes at BHS?
A: “Reminding myself what I’m doing all the work for and trying to find a balance with sports, college classes, classes at BHS, and a job. I still struggle with trying to keep up with the load and feeling burnt out, but other times, I feel motivated and energized.”
Q: What is something that you didn’t like about your high school career?
A: “How stressful the environment was. I struggled a lot with navigating friendships and such. But, I learned a lot from the experiences and have grown as a person.”
Q: What is your favorite TV show or movie?
A: “Probably The Summer I Turned Pretty or Grey’s Anatomy.”
Q: Summer or Winter?
A: “Summer, for sure.”
Q: What is something you like to do in your free time?
A: “I like hanging out with my friends, doing puzzles, and watching romantic comedies.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “While I’ve only known her for a short period of time, Mrs. Meeks has been one of the best mentors I could ever ask for. She never fails to make me laugh and reminds me all the time to believe in myself.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Malak. With only one quarter of high school left, we hope you enjoy it to the fullest.
America’s pastime has taken center stage with the World Baseball Classic and also the Hurricanes baseball season coming right around the corner. So now, it is time to give some love to both the Hurricanes and U.S.A. baseball.
Up first is the Hurricanes baseball team, a team which lost a lot of players from last year, specifically seven seniors. However, there are 10 returners, but this season will be a revamped year as they will be counting on a few guys who have yet to play varsity ball.
Head Coach Kevin Sedlacek has a squad that he is counting on to make an impact.
“We will have to rely on returning seniors Zander Rolon and Jacob Collins, plus sophomore Mason Vega to be the foundation of our pitching staff. Another senior returning who we are counting on is Jayden Chin, and we have two first-year senior players, Nathan Phillips and Ryan Gardner. Promising juniors from last year’s team include Jayden Torres and Aron Turbi. The remaining players will be a cast of sophomores who are new to varsity baseball, including Bentley Cox, Alex Gonzalez, Matt Kenderes, and Carson Westerhold.”
As expected with a new-look team, it will take some time to adjust to the faster-paced varsity game, but as the season progresses, confidence and skills will grow to become more competitive.
The first three games for the Hurricanes will be played on turf with the season kicking off on Saturday, March 28, against their “Battle of Biddulph” rivals, the Rhodes Rams. The game will be played at Talty Field. The Hurricanes will also travel to the historic League Park on Wednesday, April 1, to face the John Marshall Lawyers. The first home game will be on Saturday, April 4, against the Euclid Panthers.
Good luck, boys! Have a great season.
Now onto the big stage for the World Baseball Classic, where the biggest stars in the game representing 20 countries are facing off for an opportunity to win the WBC title.
Group A (hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico) consists of Canada, Colombia, Cuba, Panama, and Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico was the first team to move on, but Canada secured a quarterfinals berth as well.
Group B (hosted in Houston, Texas) consists of the host favorite United States, Mexico, Italy, Great Britain, and Brazil. It came down to the final day for the two qualifying spots, but Italy and the United States moved on after Italy beat Mexico 9-1.
Group C (hosted in Tokyo, Japan) consists of Korea, Australia, Chinese Taipei, Czechia, and Japan. The two qualifying teams for the quarterfinals were Japan and Korea.
Group D (hosted in Miami, Florida) consists of Venezuela, Israel, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and the Netherlands. The winner of the group came down to the final game between Venezuela and the Dominican Republic, with the winner being the Dominican Republic. Venezuela, however, still qualified.
The quarterfinals matchups will be played tomorrow with Korea versus the Dominican Republic at 6:30 and Team U.S.A. taking on Canada at 8:00. On Saturday, Puerto Rico will battle Italy at 3:00, and Venezuela will play Japan at 9:00.
Seeing baseball back on the big screen is exciting, and this WBC is setting up for a dramatic conclusion.
Aside from baseball, next week is the biggest time of the year for college basketball fans, and do not worry, we will begin our trifecta of March Madness articles and our expert predictions.
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Continuing our 2-1-6 Tour, the next Cleveland venue to preview is for all of the music lovers out there. If you are interested in music and its history, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is the perfect place to visit.
Since the weather is warming up (sporadically), there is a great opportunity to take a picture in front of the iconic sign without wearing big, bulky jackets.
Now, it is time to start nominating inductees into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With a plethora of inductees, the museum is as inclusive as possible, offering multiple voting options. You can cast your ballot online located in the link below.
The Rock Hall offers all kinds of events, giving visitors many different options to choose from. With over 10 different events to sign up for, guests can really choose what they want to get the most out of their museum experience.
One event offered is “Girls Rock the Hall”. On March 21 from 10:00-2:00, the Rock Hall will shine a light on how women shaped the music industry. This event offers hands-on experiences as well as educational activities.
Also worth the time is the cool “Sonic Connections,” where people can dive deep into the background of their favorite songs, tunes that have influenced music lovers over the years.
Simply, the Rock Hall has numerous exhibits featuring decades and decades of music and musicians.
After visiting all of the exhibits, there are plenty of items at the gift shop, too. After learning about a new musician, you may want to listen to what that musician created. There is plenty of merchandise, ranging from clothing and bags to CDs and records.
No matter if you know a lot about music or only know a little, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more and to become musically-educated. Maybe, you will even find some new artists to enjoy and add them to your playlist.
Music unites all people, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is housed right here in our favorite city, so head downtown for this memorable experience.
{Information for this article sourced from Rock Hall.}
As the lovely three-day weekend is in the past, the Drama Club performed The Addams Family musical very well. Starting the process in November with countless hours of rehearsing, the seniors performed their final play as high school students.
Senior Riley Cummings was a part of the Crew, which specializes in building the set. She shared her favorite moments throughout her BHS Drama Club career.
“Some of my favorite moments were watching the musical from the wings and all the memories at dinner with all my friends. My favorite sets to build were the stained glass in the back made of tissue paper in Sister Act, Little Mermaid was the sister beds, The Wizard of Oz Glinda’s bubble, and for The Addams Family was the graveyard. The person who had the biggest impact on me was Mr. Kaspar. He pushed me out of my shell and helped me learn to make my own decisions. I joined Crew because my older sister joined, and I wanted to do it from a young age because I got to watch her do it. The people I’m going to miss the most are all the friends I have made along the way.”
Senior Amir Green was a part of the Pit, which specializes in playing the music for the play. Here are some of his favorite memories.
“Some of my favorite moments from this year are probably either watching the play slowly come together or the chicken fight during senior circle. My favorite play I’ve done would probably be either Sister Act or The Little Mermaid just because during those plays, I was surrounded by a lot of friends that I knew and cared about. The people who influenced me the most were Mr. Keller, Mr. Sullivan, and Ben Denovchek because when I thought I wasn’t good enough to play the drumset parts, they were all there to either help me or encourage me.”
This play shows how the Brooklyn community comes together as a big team to show up for each other, even if it is just to watch the play. Students showing up for each other is so important, too.
Congratulations to everyone who was involved in bringing this musical to life. Hurricane Nation is proud of all your hard work and dedication.
To wrap up this week’s news, the third quarter ends this Thursday, March 12. Buckle down, work extremely hard, and finish strong with no regrets.
Here is the upcoming schedule for mid-March.
March 11: First Ring Leadership & Yearbook Picture Day
March 12: End of Third Quarter
March 13: No School
March 19: Winter Sports Banquet
Have an amazing week, fellow Hurricanes.
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Division II State Bowling Champion, Adam Cowper. After graduation, Cowper plans on bowling at Indiana Tech University while pursuing a degree in Computer Science. Outside of school, you can find him bowling at Yorktown Lanes in Parma Heights and hanging out with his friends. A fun fact about him is that he owns 16 bowling balls.
Q: What surprised you the most about transitioning from eighth grade to high school?
A: “Probably the people I was around. Being in classes with mixed grade levels was something I wasn’t used to.”
Q: How do you keep a positive mindset?
A: “I start focusing on what I can do better instead of worrying about the past.”
Q: What is your dream job?
A: “Cybersecurity Analysis.”
Q: How do you deal with adversity?
A: “By keeping a clear mind.”
Q: When did you fall in love with bowling?
A: “I have no clue; it has been forever. Maybe since 2015.”
Q: What is your biggest fear?
A: “I don’t have one; I am fearless.”
Q: What is one piece of advice that you would give to incoming freshmen?
A: “Get used to the heat. Some of the classrooms are very hot in the Summer.”
Q: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A: “There are so many great foods out there, and I don’t know if I can pick just one. If I had to have something right at this moment, I would have some good Sesame Chicken.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mr. Verba. He always pushed me to do great things and to never settle.”
Adam, thank you for taking part in this week’s Senior Spotlight. We wish you continued success as you pursue your career in Computer Science. Once again, congratulations on your State Bowling Championship!
Jenna Young, 2023 graduate, was the last state champion (High Jump) for the Brooklyn Hurricanes…until last Friday. It was a historic moment for the Hurricanes as a state champion was crowned for Bowling, and his name is Adam Cowper.
Cowper had a historically-great career at Brooklyn, being a three-time state qualifier, a conference champion, participating in numerous competitive tournaments, and signing with Indiana Tech earlier this year to continue his bowling career.
However, none of these accomplishments will ever top winning the state championship. Cowper proved the old saying to be true: “The third time’s a charm.”
He rolled a series of 729 (235-279-215), beating the individual runner-up by 33 pins. His 729 total was 90 pins higher than what he had two weeks ago just to qualify for the state championship.
Cowper knows that consistent practice and great coaching were the main reasons for his state title.
“The amount of practice I’ve put in over the last four years and the coaching from my dad has led me to success, and I’m grateful.”
Athletic Director Mark Zofka points out that this accomplishment is an amazing feat for Brooklyn.
“This is only our second individual state champion in the last few years. It’s a young program, and it’s amazing to see him succeed the way he did.”
As he prepares for college bowling at Indiana Tech, Cowper wants to keep doing his thing with the right mindset, knowing what it takes to be successful at the highest level.
Congratulations, Adam! Your state championship will forever be remembered here at Brooklyn High School. You will forever be a Hurricane.
Now onto other Winter sports.
The boys basketball team, last Saturday, defeated the St. Martin de Porres Lions in their sectional playoff matchup by a score of 54-47. Freshman Shaddai Givens led the way with 17 points, and junior Jose Mateo added 15 points. Unfortunately, their season ended last night with a 63-47 district semifinal loss to Triway. The boys ended the season with a record of 12-11.
Additionally, in wrestling, sophomore Levi Bledsoe finished in third place to advance to the OHSAA district tournament in Independence. Zofka is proud of what Bledsoe has accomplished this season and hopes to see more out of him tomorrow.
“Levi has a great chance of making it to the state tournament, and he’s having a great season. It is amazing to see what he does with his weight, especially competing against upperclassmen.”
Good luck, Levi!
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
Want to get some fresh fruit and vegetables? How about some grade-A quality meat? Maybe even some pierogies?
The Westside Market is one of the best options for food in Cleveland, so make sure to check it out.
Since 1912, the Westside Market has been up and running. With their fresh food, professional chefs, and welcoming environment, many Ohio residents love to visit and purchase goodies from here.
With over 70 different family-owned businesses within the market, it creates a safe sense of community and belonging. These businesses also give you an opportunity to explore the many choices, not leaving you empty-handed or disappointed.
To prove the hype of this market, more than 800,000 guests visit within a calendar year, proving its quality, worth, and impact.
For those interested in history and/or cooking, The Chef’s Cut is a must. Featuring Chef Eric Wells, he will take you through the history, future, and ongoing cooking routines. After learning, Chef Wells will take you through a hands-on experience to cook a fresh, gourmet meal. For those interested in The Chef’s Cut, please do not hesitate to register your visit in the link provided above. No matter if you are a skilled chef or a novice, you will enjoy this experience.
If you are not the type who is sociable or someone who hesitates trying new things in public, the market has just the experience for you. Each Friday from 10:00-2:00, the Westside Market features a chef’s new recipe throughFresh Fundamentals.Once you grab your selected recipe card, you are able to walk around the market to purchase the needed items. Once you get home with your recipe and ingredients, you may view the market’s YouTube page to understand the recipe better and how to properly prepare it.
Do not wait! Head to the Westside Market and enjoy this iconic Cleveland venue. Remember, eat a lot but not too much.
{Information for this article sourced from Westside Market.}
With the end of the third quarter coming up in less than two weeks, the grade push and missing assignments are in full-swing with many students either ready for the next quarter to begin or those who need another month to catch-up. Regardless, the quarter concludes on March 12, so get your grades up, ASAP.
Want some entertainment after Prom? All seniors, please check your grade level Google Classroom and fill out the Post Prom rewards form. This form will help decide what prizes the seniors receive while attending Post Prom, which will be hosted at Fun ‘n’ Stuff, located in Macedonia.
Speaking of Prom, if any student sold Malley’s chocolate for a discounted ticket, the deadline for money turn-in is almost here. All money is due this Thursday, March 5. Be sure to return the money to Mrs. Holko in room 271. Be responsible!
Next, ready for The Addams Family? Time to pull the curtains. The performances are this week on Friday at 7:00, Saturday at 2:00 and 7:00, and Sunday at 2:00. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for kids. To all involved, break a leg!
The club under this week’s spotlight is not just a club but also a class. It also counts as an English elective. The club is Mr. Holko’s Publications/Journalism class. This class teaches students to learn and develop new writing skills, communication, and teamwork. Due to many of our beloved seniors graduating this Spring and some of our underclassmen attending Polaris Career Center next year, we are in need of some new journalists. Please see Mr. Holko in room 262 for more information if you are interested in joining.
Speaking of the school newspaper, senior Jacob Collins of the sports group provided some insight into Publications/Journalism.
“I was interested in sports broadcasting, and when I heard there was a class that allowed me to write about sports, I knew I had to join the class. One of my favorite moments is when during free time, when all of the weekly articles were published, we were playing basketball, and at the time, sophomore Ben Denovchek absolutely baptized graduated senior Collin Flanagan with a poster dunk. In all seriousness, one of my favorite classmates to work with was Collin because I felt we had a good connection in writing sports articles, and we had a good balance of working together. I highly recommend this course to underclassmen,” stated Collins.
Finally, here is the upcoming schedule for early March.
March 5: Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 5: Malley’s Chocolate Money Due
March 5: 8th Grade Registration Information Night
March 5: College Credit Plus Information Night
March 5: College and Career Fair
March 11: Cleveland State University Field Trip
March 12: End of the Third Quarter
Have an amazing first week of March, Hurricanes.
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Amanda Ortiz-Rosario. After graduation, Amanda plans on pursuing a career in Dental Hygiene. Outside of school, she works two part-time jobs at Barraco in Lakewood and at Westlake Dental Associates. In her free time, she enjoys staying active and hanging out with her friends. A fun fact about Amanda is that Spanish is her first language.
Q: What was a class that you wish you never took?
A: “Chemistry.”
Q: When did you realize that you were capable of more than you thought?
A: “When I could handle working two part-time jobs, while cheerleading, without letting my grades fall.”
Q: How did your friendships shape who you became?
A: “Being able to look up to my older friends helped me navigate difficult decisions and overall become a more mature and better person.”
Q: What motivates you in the present?
A: “Always pushing myself to be the most successful version of me.”
Q: What is your go-to snack?
A: “Salt and Vinegar chips.”
Q: If you could switch places with one teacher, who would it be?
A: “My Polaris teacher, Mrs. Halko. I love the people in my class.”
Q: What is one word that describes your high school experience?
A: “Memorable.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mrs. Holko. She is so positive and put-together, and she gives the best advice.”
Thank you Amanda for taking part in this week’s Senior Spotlight. We wish you continued success as you pursue your career as a Dental Hygienist.
Last year, the 4 Nations Face-Off saw very high ratings, mainly the games between The United States and Canada. The Americans won the pool matchup against Canada, but in the championship bout, the Canadians came through victorious.
The United States was looking for its revenge in this year’s Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. How did both teams get to the Gold Medal game, though?
For the Americans, they went 3-0 in the preliminaries in addition to beating Sweden in the quarterfinals and Slovakia in the semifinals.
For Canada, they also went 3-0 in the preliminaries followed by a quarterfinals victory over Czechia and Finland in the semifinals.
The stage was now set for an epic battle to ensue.
Early on, the U.S. proceeded to strike first off of a breakaway goal from Minnesota Wild forward Matt Boldy to give the Americans an early 1-0 lead. Their defense was on point, too, shutting out the Canadians in the first period.
In the second period, the Canadians tied it up thanks to a goal from Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar, and just like that, it was a brand new game. As the period ended, the intense battle was deadlocked at 1-1.
The third and final period saw spectacular saves from Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck to keep Canada off of the board. However, the U.S. could not get their offense going, and the game headed to overtime.
In overtime, the Americans had a breakaway opportunity, and New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (Michigan Wolverines alum) scored the golden goal to give the Americans the Olympic victory. The goal was assisted by hometown Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski.
For the first time since 1980, to the day, The United States won the gold medal in men’s hockey, “The Miracle on Ice, Part II”. After the game, the American team honored the late Johnny Gaudreau, who was tragically killed in 2024. He most definitely would have been a member of this team.
Great job, Team USA!
Another congratulations is necessary for the women’s hockey team as they also won the gold medal, also defeating Team Canada.
A great hockey sweep of our neighbors to the North!
To conclude, in Brooklyn’s Winter sports, the Sports Department would like to wish senior Adam Cowper good luck tomorrow as he heads down to Columbus for a chance to become the bowling state champion.
Also, the boys basketball team will host their first-round playoff game this Saturday against St. Martin de Porres. All students must purchase a ticket for $5. Tip off is at 1:00. Be there and be loud!
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
February 27: Bowling Individual State Tournament (10:30)
February 28: Boys Basketball vs. St. Martin de Porres Playoff Game (1:00)
Cleveland is considered to be the hidden gem of The United States with Progressive Field, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Metroparks Zoo, the wide variety of authentic restaurants, and much more. But, how many locals and tourists know about the aquarium?
Do you want to see wildlife but do not want to travel a far distance? The Greater Cleveland Aquarium is where it begins, located only 20 minutes away from Brooklyn.
To view sea life in Northeast Ohio is both fun and educational, and the aquarium offers so many different events to participate in. Here are three of these events.
*Stingray Art Morning: This event is every Sunday morning starting on March 1 from 8:30-10:00. During this time, you can ask questions about the stingrays, learn about them, and take a piece of artwork home after the session.
*Passholder Back-of-House Sneak Peek: Every Friday, starting on March 13, you will be given the opportunity to see what happens “behind the scenes”. Learning about what the staff does to keep the animals safe and healthy can be informative regarding ecosystems, time, and compromises made to take care of the many differing species housed in the aquarium.
*Oases of Life: Seamounts and Deep-Sea Corals: This event teaches about the geological and physical attributes of environments created in the water. Patrons will be given studies and investigations on such topics, an opportunity to discuss findings and implementation into classrooms, and free online education to pass on to the students. This is great for educators.
After swimming at Edgewater Beach, come on out to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium to see what lurks in the aquarium’s water.
Geez snow, thanks for coming back; you can permanently leave now. However, colorful leaves and green grass will soon be back, so this is something to anticipate as March rolls around this Sunday.
Now, onto the news.
The program under the spotlight for this week is the First Ring Leadership Institute. This group specializes in meeting with other local schools to figure out solutions to consistent problems occurring with high school students and education, in general. Senior Ryan Hilcu is a part of First Ring and has a great opportunity coming up.
“At the end of last year, I presented research on the teacher shortage in Ohio with the First Ring Leadership Institute. This is a collaboration with Greater Cleveland schools. The presentation group consisted of myself and students from Lakewood and Richmond Heights. Recently, our research was selected to be presented at the annual summit of the American Educational Research Association in Los Angeles, California. The project I am presenting on is about the teacher shortage in Ohio and why students don’t want to become teachers,” stated Hilcu.
He also mentioned what an honor it is to be a part of First Ring.
“I was invited to be a part of First Ring at the start of my sophomore year. It’s a great opportunity to improve communication and public speaking skills, as well as meeting and talking to new people.”
Congratulations to Ryan and everyone involved with the First Ring Leadership Institute. Keep up the good work.
Next, the upcoming play (The Addams Family) has gone through some twists and turns, but the set is finally ready. The cast and crew started working together this week to make the play great. The performances are March 6 at 7:00, March 7 at 2:00 and 7:00, and March 8 at 2:00. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for kids.
Come out and see these amazing students in action.
To conclude this week’s news, parents, be sure to stay alert with Parent Square for Parent/Teacher Conferences scheduled for Thursday, March 5. Teacher sign-ups have been posted to schedule a time for a meaningful conference. Take advantage of this one-on-one opportunity.
Here is the upcoming schedule for early March.
March 5: Spring Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 5: 8th Grade Registration Information Night
March 5: College Credit Plus Information Night
March 5: College and Career Fair
March 11: Cleveland State University Field Trip
March 12: End of the Third Quarter
Have an amazing final week of February, fellow Hurricanes.
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Abdulrahman Alhalmoushe. Abdul is funny, kind, and smart. Outside of school, he works as a manager at his family’s restaurant Ola Chicken in Warrensville Heights. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer. A fun fact about Abdul is that he can speak two languages.
Q: How do you manage to push through something extremely difficult?
A: “I just pray.”
Q: What is an opinion you are willing to stand alone for?
A: “Family is everything.”
Q: What job industry do you want to work in after high school?
A: “Finance Manager.”
Q: Out of your high school career, which year was the best for you?
A: “Senior year because I met my best friend, Justin Lewis.”
Q: What is your proudest accomplishment?
A: “Being the manager at Ola Chicken, my family’s restaurant.”
Q: What TV show do you like to watch?
A: “Nobani Show.”
Q: Did you ever need to take a class that you never liked?
A: “Yes, English because I speak Arabic.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mr. Roegiers and Mr. Holko. I want them to see this, so they can raise my grade.” 😂
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Abdul. We wish you the best of luck in your future Finance Management career. By the way, both Mr. Roegiers and Mr. Holko saw this and decided to lower your grade instead.
Last Friday, the boys basketball team (10-9) hosted their senior night against the Wickliffe Blue Devils (3-16). This would mark the final home game of the season for the boys, looking to end on a high note against a Blue Devils team coming off of a win over St. John.
The junior varsity game was the appetizer before the main course, as it was an intensity-filled matchup that went into overtime. In the end, the JV boys hit clutch baskets down the stretch to pull off the win, setting the tone for the varsity game.
In between the games, Winter sports seniors were recognized.
Basketball: Devin Hardwick, Jordan Carden, Hugo Barallis
Bowlers: Adam Cowper, Ryan Hilcu, Jacob Barrett, Amara Zibrin
As for the game itself, the excitement from the crowd carried over from the JV game, as the Hurricanes jumped out to an early 8-2 lead. The Hurricanes offense continued to dominate the first, as they closed the first eight minutes with a 20-11 lead.
They maintained a steady play on both ends of the floor but took a step back on the offensive end. Despite this, the Hurricanes held a 34-26 lead at the half.
In the third quarter, the hosts showed their dominance, as their lead started expanding with made shot after made shot. By the end of the third, the Hurricanes led 53-37.
Feeding off of the crowd’s energy, the Hurricanes continued to dominate the remainder of the game, even bringing in sophomore Adam Chafki to play the final minutes. He even logged his first varsity rebound.
Nonetheless, the Hurricanes earned the victory in their final home game, 73-47.
Hardwick led the way with 17 points, freshman Shaddai Givens added 16 points, Barallis tacked on 11, and junior Jose Mateo put up 10 points.
Congrats, boys!
Up next for the boys will be a road trip to Cortland Lakeview tomorrow night to conclude the regular season.
We in the Sports Department would like to congratulate all of the seniors from every Winter sport for their dedication.
Best of luck to the bowling team as they travel to Oberlin for the District Tournament tomorrow morning, looking for a chance to head to the State Tournament.
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
February 19: Girls Basketball @ Rootstown – OHSAA Playoff Game (7:00)
February 20: Bowling OHSAA District Tournament (10:00)
February 20: Boys Basketball @ Cortland Lakeview (7:00)
February 21: Wrestling @ Mayfield Heights Tournament (9:00)
Are the snow and cold finally gone for this year? We certainly hope so!
With the weather starting to warm up with Spring vibes in the air, why not take advantage of a beautiful Cleveland hotspot, Edgewater Park?
Edgewater Park is a place to relax, play, exercise, and picnic. Pets seem to enjoy it, too. There are also many different attractions to view and participate in, so start planning your day with March just 12 days away.
*Paddling: Want to paddle/canoe on Lake Erie? This excursion offers paddling that treks along the rocky area of Edgewater Park. The water may still be a little chilled from the Winter, but at least this will not be a polar plunge.
*Fishing Pier: For those who love to fish, for the recreational activity or for the food, Edgewater gives outdoorsmen the opportunity to fish on the pier. It also has an amazing view and a cool breeze.
*Beach Life: The sand is gorgeous to visit with family and friends to have fun, play some catch, or even admire Cleveland’s skyline. This is a great picnic area, too.
Brooklyn is located 15-20 minutes away from Edgewater Park. It encompasses so much that excites the locals. So as the sun becomes more frequent and the thermometer continues to rise, it is a good idea to refresh yourself with a nice, relaxing swim.
Do not miss out, though, for no one knows when it will snow again. Fingers crossed that it will be next Winter.
{Information for this article sourced from Edgewater Park.}
With Heritage Week, Valentine’s Day, and a three-day weekend all in the past, it is time to recap some of the memorable events from last week.
Last week was Heritage Week, and there were numerous students and staff who represented their families, countries, and backgrounds. There was also a special parade on Friday afternoon for anyone who wanted to show the school district their heritage spirit.
Additionally, the elementary school students participated in the parade as well. This allowed students to form relationships with those of the same or different cultural backgrounds. The high school students and elementary school students bonded very well during this time.
To conclude Heritage Week, there was a special panel of students and staff who discussed the struggles that their families faced when immigrating to The United States of America. The discussion fostered empathy, understanding, and appreciation across the student body, teaching all that every story matters.
A special thank you to seniors Jarianny Dominguez Calderon and Nicolle Thomas Garcia, freshman Kehbeh Dolo, and staff members Mrs. Culliton and Mr. Hasrouni for sharing their impactful stories.
Simply, Heritage Week was a great success.
Moving along, the club under the spotlight this week is the Pit. With the play almost two weeks away (March 6-8), those involved behind the music are working everyday to make sure everything is to perfection. Yesterday for the first time, the pit rehearsed with the cast to put together certain parts of the show. Good luck to everyone in the cast, pit, and crew as crunch time nears. The Addams Family is right around the corner.
As February is nearing its end, there will be much more news coming that details everything going on in the month of March. Stay tuned!
Here is the upcoming schedule for February.
February 20:Cleveland Art Museum Field Trip
February 21: Night at the Races
Have an amazing short week, Hurricanes.
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
This season has been up-and-down for the hometown Cleveland Cavaliers, but things are going very well for them now as they sit with a record of 34-21, fourth in the Eastern Conference.
The Wine and Gold had been struggling with injuries and consistency, ranking them 7th in offensive efficiency and 13th in defensive efficiency. Last season, they had the best offensive rating in the league and the best record only to have a second round exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. Simply, the time for the core four of Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen was running out.
Despite hovering around .500 for the majority of this season, they have had strong contributions, especially with Mitchell having the best season of his career, averaging 29 points per game with four rebounds and five assists per game as well. Mobley has not quite taken the next step to become a superstar as of now, but he is still putting up 18 points and eight rebounds per game.
But, this is a team that is striving to bring another championship back to Cleveland, so they needed to shake things up before last week’s trade deadline. First, they traded De’Andre Hunter, who they acquired at the trade deadline last year, to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for veteran Dennis Schroder and heavily-respected defensive guard Keon Ellis. Another move was salary dumping Lonzo Ball and clearing his $10 million contract.
While those trades were key, the biggest move of the deadline, arguably in the entire NBA, was trading Darius Garland to the Los Angeles Clippers in exchange for James Harden, breaking up the core four and bringing in a veteran superstar presence.
Harden has averaged 25 points per game this season and has made an immediate impact, hitting clutch shots in his first game against the Sacramento Kings and second game against the Denver Nuggets. He is also distributing the ball very well.
Cleveland will now have over a week off because of the All-Star break to prepare for the final stretch of the season.
Here are the upcoming schedule for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Is this the year the Cavs win it all and give us a 1.5 million attended championship parade similar to 2016? Only time will tell.
Go Cavs!
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
February 12: Girls Basketball vs. Valley Forge (6:30)
February 13: Boys Basketball vs. Wickliffe – SENIOR NIGHT (6:45)
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it is time to start thinking about what you may want to do with your Valentine, platonic or not. This month is the perfect time to show your love and gratitude to your loved ones.
Or, if you are not a fan of this holiday, practice self-love and treat yourself because you are the most important person in your life.
That said, here are five places to consider visiting during the “Season of Love”.
*Valentine’s Dinner at the Arcade: While Valentine’s Day is coming up, come on out to the Hyatt Regency for dinner. If you would love to come on February 14, purchase your tickets in advance. Do not wait for the last minute, and remember, this wonderful night can be had by all.
*Swolemates & Soulmates: For the athletic couples, a couples workout may be thrilling to you. With the tickets costing $15 per person, grab your partner or someone you love and spend some time together at Recreation Lane (Avon).
*Love & Canvas, A Valentine’s Day Paint n Sip: While having dinner, you can also let your artistic minds go to work and paint or draw whatever your heart desires. This event is in Garfield Heights on February 14 from 7:00-11:00.
*Love Stinks Valoween Pop Up: For people who find Valentine’s Day stupid, a spooky, anti-love themed event may be for you. With the more spooky aesthetics of this event, there will be an opportunity to get a professional picture kissing a fake skunk rather than a significant other. Tea, tarot readings, and performances will also be available for entertainment. If you are interested, visit Madison Avenue in Lakewood from 3:00-7:00.
*Galentine’s Girl Dinner: Get all of your girls and go out to dinner and have a wonderful time, no need for a man. This event is at Vault on Tuesday, February 17, from 6:00-9:00.
No matter if you are showing love to yourself, a parent, a partner, or another loved one, it is always important to remember who makes us happy. Showing someone that you care will most definitely lighten their mood and make their week full of joy.
With Valentine’s Day coming up this Saturday, it should be the BEST DAY, and you should LAUGH a lot with many SMILES. Remember, it is the day of TRUE LOVE, a day to SHINE. Whether single or taken, may true love awaken.
Ok, enough of this mushy nonsense. Time to segue into the news.
Since it is February, it is only right that we honor the cultural heritage of both the students and staff. This week, students and staff get to represent their history by participating in Hurricane Heritage. They can dress up like tourists or represent their origins by wearing all types of unique clothing.
It has been a great week thus far, and we anticipate even more excitement and entertainment, culminating with the Parade of Nations on Friday.
Speaking of entertainment, last Friday’s Winter Olympics had many fun games and activities. The seniors took first in bobsledding and curling, and the staff won speed skating. A big shout out to Mrs. Bader and Student Council for organizing these competitive games.
Interested in College Credit Plus? On February 18, there is a meeting to talk about CCP. Attendance is mandatory if you are planning to apply for CCP classes, so mark your calendar.
Moving along, the club under the spotlight this week is the up-and-coming Drama Club. The performance of The Addams Family is in three weeks, and it is a very stressful time for the cast. The cast has to be off book (no script) by this Friday, and on Monday, they are meeting with the pit to work on the vocal performances.
With the set being close to completed, a special thank you to Mrs. Cipriani, Mr. Cipriani, Mr. Kasper, and Mr. Sullivan for leading this program. Also, a special thank you to all of the amazing leadership by students such as Grace Paul, EJ Velez, Morgan Cummings, Gaven McCanelley, Austin Adkins, Marissa Kenderes, Ben Denovchek, and more for their dedication to this musical. Make sure to come out and see their performance.
Here is the upcoming schedule for February.
February 12: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Field Trip
February 14: Valentine’s Day
February 16: Presidents’ Day (No School)
February 21: Night at the Races
Have a great week, Hurricanes!
{To stay updated with the Brooklyn City School District, make sure to click here.}
Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Delaney Burke. Delaney is positive, driven, and caring. Outside of school, she works two jobs at the Brooklyn Recreation Center and at Southwest General Hospital as a PCA intern. In her free time, she enjoys playing softball and shopping. A fun fact about Delaney is that she is attending Miami University (Ohio) next Fall to become a nurse.
Q: What is the difference in being a senior compared to any other grade?
A: “You have to figure out what you want to be for the rest of your life.”
Q: If you could change one thing about BHS, what would it be?
A: “People are not interactive, more school spirit.”
Q: If there was something you could fix in your past, what would it be?”
A: “I would want to change past relationships and choose friends more wisely.”
Q: Have your goals changed from the beginning of your high school career?
A: “Yes, I wanted to be an interior designer, but as I went on, I now want to be a nurse.”
Q: What is one thing you wish teachers understood better about students?
A: “Students learn differently.”
Q: If you won $5,000 tomorrow, what is the first thing you would buy/do?
A: “I would buy a new car or take my sister on a shopping spree.”
Q: What is a movie that everyone loves that you do not?
A: “KPop Demon Hunters. I have a little niece who loves it, but I really don’t.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mrs. Chzran. She was my sophomore Biology teacher. She is now my senior mentor and always gives me future advice.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Delaney. We wish you all the best on your long journey in becoming a nurse. Try not to blow all of that nursing money on shopping sprees, though.
On Tuesday, the boys basketball team (8-8) faced off against their rival, the Independence Blue Devils (8-7). With nearly identical records and the rivalry renewed, this was sure to be a great contest.
The Blue Devils jumped out to an early 5-0 margin and held the lead for the entire first quarter, but the Hurricanes fought back, trimming the Blue Devils’ lead to 14-13 after the opening eight minutes.
The second quarter saw the Hurricanes’ defense turn up, only allowing five points, while scoring 14. The crowd was really getting into it, and it propelled the Canes to take a halftime lead, 27-19. Freshman Tyler Hardwick led the way at the half with eight points.
With 16 minutes in the books, which team would start the third quarter fast and put the proverbial nail in the coffin?
After a quick Blue Devils basket to begin the second half, the Hurricanes went on a 7-0 run and continued to dominate. After a brief pause midway through the quarter due to haymaker activities in the student section, the Hurricanes’ groove did not stop as senior Devin Hardwick knocked down multiple threes, and they ended the third quarter up by 14, 47-33.
The Hurricanes finished the final quarter with consistency and refused to allow the visitors to propel a comeback.
Final Score: Brooklyn 60, Independence 51.
Hardwick led the way with 19 points, junior Jose Mateo tallied 15 points, and freshman Shaddai Givens and Tyler Hardwick both added 11 points.
Nice job, boys!
The Hurricanes will play Independence again tomorrow, this time on the road, with tip-off at 6:45. Come out and see the Canes sweep the season series.
We would also like to congratulate the bowling team for winning the Chagrin Valley Conference championship last Sunday. Freshman Alex Cowper was named MVP of the Conference, bowling a 649 series. Senior Adam Cowper was named 1st team All-CVC with a 648 series.
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
February 5: Girls Basketball @ Fairport Harding (5:00)
To change gears from silent parties, starting a ‘70s band, and culture, we are going to focus on bringing back some childhood nostalgia. To all of the Wonder Woman lovers out there, this is a must-read for you.
At our very own Cleveland Museum of Art until Sunday, March 29, Wonder Woman herself (Dara Birnbaum) discusses via a documentary titled “Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman” on how the 1978 film showcased how women are represented in popular media. Admission is free with no ticket required.
In the film, Birnbaum picks apart elements from the main character, Diana, and explains how each part meticulously worked together to create the strong, brave, and fierce Wonder Woman. Each part of Diana’s life pieces together a creative and divine story, ready for filmmaking.
Dara Birnbaum, born in 1946, always had an interest in the film industry. When she graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she earned her official certificate in Video and Electronic Editing.
Known as one of the most influential film artists of the 1970s, her work can be seen at numerous exhibitions and has been honored for decades. Locally, the Cleveland Museum of Art has been recognizing and representing her for roughly a decade, too.
Aside from Wonder Woman, she is also known for working with clips that her father shot during WWII. She stated that she wanted to work on this project to educate herself and to understand what she experienced growing up.
Unfortunately, Birnbaum passed away in 2025 at the age of 78. She will always be remembered for her work of art, especially her breakout role as Wonder Woman.
Come on out and see Birnbaum’s video and the tremendous impact that she made for women all around the world.
Groundhog’s Day is over, and Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means six more weeks of Winter. Who trusts a chungus groundhog to predict the weather, anyway? On a positive note, maybe more snow days?
The month of February is here, and we celebrate Black History Month. Black History Month originated in the United Kingdom in 1929. At first, it was only a week-long celebration. However, in 1976, it was extended to a month-long celebration to honor African-American culture and the amazing contributions that have been accomplished throughout history. We owe these individuals a lot of gratitude.
Speaking of culture, next week starts our annual Heritage Week. BHS will be showcasing diversity and acknowledging multiple countries at the end of the week with a parade, highlighting music and clothing. Make sure to listen to the daily announcements as students, representing different cultures, will present the announcements in their native languages.
Next, the Garden Club is in the spotlight this week as a student-led group with President Vic George, Vice President Morgan Cummings, and Social Media Manager Alexus Leighliter. They are also organized by Mrs. Chrzan. Currently, they are growing vegetables that will be used in school lunches.
Moving along, this week will kick off BHS’s version of the Winter Olympics. As we all know, the gymnasium was still under construction during Christmas time, so we were not able to have our annual pep rally. A big thanks to Mrs. Bader and the Student Council for coming up with the great idea to have a Winter Olympics pep rally to keep the tradition alive. Friday will be the games, so be sure to attend, have fun, and show support to those who are participating. Remember, each grade level must take down the staff!
Finally, be sure to check out the Student Council Instagram page for Spirit Week information. Tomorrow’s theme is Winter White-Out, so be sure to wear all the white.
Here is the upcoming schedule for February.
February 5: Lorain County Community College Field Trip
February 10: Cleveland State University Field Trip
February 12: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Field Trip
February 14: Valentine’s Day
February 16: Presidents’ Day (No School)
Have an outstanding week, Hurricanes.
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Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Jayden Chin. Jayden is energetic, funny, and social. Outside of school, Jayden works at Electrical Appliance Repair in Valley View. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer in his Winter league. A fun fact about Jayden is that he was this year’s Homecoming King.
Q: What is the most challenging task as a senior?
A: “I believe the most challenging task as a senior is really choosing where you want to be in the future. Personally, it feels very nerve-racking choosing which path to take, whether it’s college or going to work right after graduation, and I feel like a lot of others, including myself, are incredibly scared of picking the wrong choice.”
Q: Do you think high school prepared you for the real world?
A: “I don’t think high school necessarily prepared me for the real world, but it has allowed me to meet many people and develop a good sense of social skills.”
Q: What is the strongest piece of advice you have ever received?
A: “One of the strongest pieces of advice I have ever received is that although you may not be happy with where you are at in life and things may not seem to be going in your way, it’s important to recognize that many would kill to be in your position or even have the opportunity to be where you are at right now.”
Q: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
A: “In 10 years, I see myself living comfortably while having a full-time job and being fully independent. I see myself still surrounded by many of my family and important friends and hopefully meeting many new people.”
Q: What is one rule you live by?
A: “One rule I try to live by is not assuming somebody’s life is perfect. I have always believed that everyone struggles with something, and it’s important not to compare situations because everyone struggles in life, no matter how much money they have, how old they are, and where they come from.”
Q: How did you manage to get through a difficult time in your life?
A: “Although for many when going through a difficult time the days may feel longer, it’s important to realize there are better days to come, and I believe what has personally helped me the most is just surrounding myself with loved ones and people who can get my mind off of those negative things.”
Q: What is the most creative excuse you have used to get out of a homework assignment?
A: “I have had plenty of excuses to try to get myself out of an assignment, but I don’t think any of them have ever worked.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Out of my entire school career, Coach Grigson has to be my biggest inspiration and influence. Although I have never had him as a teacher, he has still made such an impact on me, whether it’s on or off the field. Although knowing him for such a short amount of time, he has always been the person to ask for advice if ever needed.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Jayden. We hope you have a great rest of your senior year, and good luck with your HVAC career.
Another year without the disappointing hometown Cleveland Browns in the Super Bowl, let alone the playoffs. Nonetheless, the Super Bowl matchup for February 8 is set in San Francisco, California, between the six-time Super Bowl champion New England Patriots out of the AFC and the Seattle Seahawks out of the NFC.
How did each of these teams get here?
First is the New England Patriots, who finished with a regular-season record of 14-3, which gave them the #2 seed in the AFC. The Patriots have a very strong defense that was fourth best in points allowed. Offensively, they are led by second-year QB Drake Maye, who has had an MVP-caliber season.
In the playoffs, New England went up against the #7 seeded Los Angeles Chargers in the Wild Card round. The defense proved strong, as the Patriots defeated the Chargers, 16-3. The next test for this squad was the #5 seeded Houston Texans in the Divisional round, who cruised past the Pittsburgh Steelers in their Wild Card matchup. Once again, New England’s defense stepped up as they intercepted former Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud four times, all in the first half, and defeated the Texans, 28-16.
To get to Super Bowl LX, the Patriots faced the Bo Nix-less Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship game for a chance to continue their dynasty. Two of the best defenses in the entire league for a chance to go to the Super Bowl, and it proved true, as the Patriots squeezed past Jarrett Stidham and the Denver Broncos in a snowy defense battle, winning 10-7.
Now, New England is ready to roll into San Francisco with their young superstar QB and one of the best defenses in the league.
In the NFC, the #1-seeded Seattle Seahawks finished with a regular-season record of 14-3. Seattle had the best scoring defense in the entire league and a very strong offense led by former Ohio State WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and QB Sam Darnold. Smith-Njigba finished the regular season with 1,793 receiving yards, which was the highest in the NFL.
Because Seattle had the #1 seed, they received a bye through the Wild Card round and would go up against the #6-seeded San Francisco 49ers in the Divisional round, who upset the #3-seeded Philadelphia Eagles. Right away, they had an opening kickoff returned for a TD, and it was pure dominance after that as they defeated the 49ers, 41-6.
Their next test was the Puka Nacua-led Los Angeles Rams for a chance to go to the Super Bowl. This game was a lot more competitive with both teams trading touchdowns throughout the game. In the end, Seattle prevailed and defeated the Rams, 31-27.
This strong, flashy squad has all the momentum as their offense and defense are some of the best in the NFL. They are vying for their second Lombardi Trophy.
Who is your pick to win Super Bowl LX: New England or Seattle? Leave a comment below.
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
January 29: Girls Basketball @ Lawrence Upper (5:00)
January 29: Hockey vs. Bay (7:30) — SENIOR NIGHT
January 30: Boys Basketball vs. Cardinal Mooney (7:00)
January 31: Girls Basketball vs. Trinity (12:00)
February 1: Bowling CVC Tournament (9:00)
February 1: Hockey vs. NDCL (12:00)
February 2: Girls Basketball vs. Wickliffe (6:00)
February 3: Boys Basketball vs. Independence (7:15)
February 4: Girls Basketball vs. Lake Ridge Academy (6:00) — SENIOR NIGHT
With the weather being so “un”predictable, students and staff are thoroughly enjoying the snow/cold days. Sledding, building snowmen, and the nonstop shoveling has kept everyone occupied; however, the news must keep going, and there is important information to bring forth for this week.
To begin, with the days in January winding down, Student Council has announced its annual Winter Olympics that will take place in February. These are a series of games that volunteers play in front of the student body. This year’s competition includes Bobsledding, Speed Skate Relay, Curling, and Hockey Knockout. There will be volunteers from grades 8-12 and staff participating, so please, check your grade level Google Classroom to sign up. The BHS staff refuses to lose, so these games should be very entertaining.
Next, did someone mention Malley’s chocolate? In the Junior/Senior Google Classrooms is the upcoming Malley’s Chocolate Prom Fundraiser. Students can sell Milk Chocolate Pretzel, Milk Chocolate Almond, Milk Chocolate Crunch, and the Cleveland Bar (Solid Milk Chocolate). Each box has 36 bars, and every box sold is $10 off of your prom ticket. Make sure to sign up before this Friday, January 30, to reserve your boxes.
Next week (February 2-6) will be Spirit Week for the high school. The daily themes are as follows:
Manager Monday – Dress like a coach.
Champion Tuesday – Wear any medals or wear gold, silver, or bronze.
Wednesday Winter Whiteout – Wear white.
Thursday Favorite Winter Sports Team – Wear a Winter sports team jersey or apparel.
Friday Color Wars – Wear your grade level colors.
Following Spirit Week, February 9-13 will be dedicated to Heritage Week, so please stay tuned for more information on how this week will be laid out.
Here is the upcoming schedule for the end of January and early February.
January 27: Winter Olympics Meeting (Postponed)
January 31: Power of the Pen Field Trip
February 5: Lorain County Community College Field Trip
February 10: Cleveland State University Field Trip
February 12: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Field Trip
Have an outstanding week, Hurricanes. Stay warm!
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Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Ashlee Rich. Ashlee is funny, caring, and organized. Outside of school, she works at Harry’s Steakhouse in Independence. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family. A fun fact about Ashlee is that she grew up in Riverside, California, until she was eight-years-old.
Q: What is your favorite subject?
A: “My favorite subject is Cosmetology at Polaris. Cos is my passion. I have always wanted to do hair and nails, so it’s such a blessing that I got this opportunity during high school instead of having to pay (for training) outside of high school.”
Q: How did you prepare for your senior year?
A: “I kept everything organized, wrote everything down, and didn’t procrastinate.”
Q: What will you miss most about high school?
A: “The Polaris deli.”
Q: How do you study for exams?
A: “I take notes, use flashcards, and look over Quizlet.”
Q: Who are you most grateful for?
A: “I am most grateful for my mom because she taught me everything I need to know and made me the person I am today.”
Q: Would you rather eat out or have a home-cooked meal?
A: “Home-cooked meal because my mom cooks really well.”
Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: “The Hangover 1, 2, and 3. Each time I watch them, they get better and better.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mrs. Sullivan because I feel like she treats everyone with respect and doesn’t single anyone out. She also gives good advice when needed.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Ashlee. We hope you have a great rest of your senior year, and good luck with your Cosmetology career.
The bowling team has been lighting it up this season, and it is only right to show them some love by providing a rundown of their season to this point. They currently own a record of 8-1 and have had top ten finishes in multiple tournaments.
This season, they have wins against Holy Name, Cuyahoga Heights, Benedictine, Padua, Elyria Catholic, St. Edward, and Lakewood. Some of these wins were lopsided, such as Lakewood last Saturday by 612 pins. Even more impressive was their victory against Benedictine last month with a pin differential of 832.
But, they have had some intense finishes, too, specifically when they beat the defending state champion Padua Bruins by one singular pin.
The two highest pin averages are the Cowper brothers with freshman Alex averaging 204 and senior Adam averaging 202. Other major contributors include sophomore Harley Zibrin with 170, senior Ryan Hilcu with 164, and senior Amara Zibrin with 161.
These bowlers are on the rise, and we are excited to see what they can continue to accomplish, especially in the upcoming playoffs. Additionally, the Sports Department would like to wish Adam Cowper the best of luck in the future as he attends Indiana Tech in the Fall of 2026.
Good luck in the postseason, bowlers!
In other Winter sports, last Saturday, the boys basketball team won an overtime thriller against Medina Christian, 70-66. Junior Braelyn Gardner led the Hurricanes with 22 points and senior Devin Hardwick added 20 points. They also had a dominant win over Beachwood last night by a final of 73-41. Congrats, boys!
Below is the upcoming schedule for Brooklyn Hurricanes Athletics:
January 22: Hockey vs. Strongsville (7:30)
January 23: Boys Basketball vs. Fairview (7:00)
January 24: Bowling GCIBL Match (8:00)
January 24: Girls Basketball @ Fairview (12:15)
January 25: Bowling @ Ignatius Baker Bash (9:30)
January 26: Girls Basketball vs. Valley Forge (6:00)
January 27: Boys Basketball @ Cuyahoga Heights (6:45)
January 28: Girls Basketball vs. Independence (6:45)
What if you could attend a party, fully in control of the music, and not have to worry about clean-up?
If you are interested, come down to the Captiv8 Event Space in downtown Cleveland, a place where you can listen to the music of your choice and have a great time with others. Simply, this is known as the Silent Party.
However, there is a twist.
A Silent Party is unique because you use headphones, rather than speakers, during the event. There are three different channels to choose from, offering you a choice on how you want the party to flow.
With there being three different channels of music, you decide the mood and the music without having to hear those annoying songs and loud, obnoxious chatter around you. Simply, control belongs to you.
Starting this Saturday, January 24, at 10:00 p.m., you can grab the wireless headphones and dance your heart out. This event will only be available until January 25, so if your heart desires, you can have two amazing evenings.
There will be an opportunity to make new friends, as people listening to the same channels can form a group to dance.
With the event being four hours in duration, you will have the opportunity to make many amazing memories that will last a lifetime.
Come on out with your friends and have the best time ever!
In the words of Van Halen, “Dance the Night Away”.
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Who does not enjoy a snow day, let alone three of them?
From the BHS News Staff and the entire student body, we are grateful to Dr. Caleris for providing us with an extended weekend.
Now onto the limited news for today with the focus solely on the Crew preparing for the Spring musical, The Addams Family.
With the musical coming along nicely, the Crew is getting ready by building the stage, sets, and props. The news team took the time to sit down with Mr. Kaspar, Crew Director, to see how items are coming along.
“I know things can look like a mess right now, but I always believe in trusting the process. It will all be done when the curtain is pulled.”
Mr. Kaspar has been a part of the play for over 10 years and has taught in Brooklyn for 27 years. It is a stressful time of year, but he enjoys watching everything and everyone come together.
Outside of focusing on the Crew, there is not a whole lot going on right now. Once all of the cold, frigid weather goes away, be ready for all of the events and important dates that will be coming up. Stay tuned!
Here is the upcoming schedule for January (more to come):
January 21: Prom Committee Meeting with Mrs. Holko (3:05 – Room 271)
Have an amazing short week, fellow Hurricanes!
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THE RETURN OF THE EYE 