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We Honor Black History Month

By: BHS Features Staff February 7, 2024 Every February, we celebrate Black History Month because it creates more focus and appreciation to the contributions of African-Americans throughout the decades. We honor and pay tribute to those who went through a lot of hardships, all due to the color of their skin. However, they all hadContinue reading “We Honor Black History Month”

A New Mural & Other News

By: BHS News Staff February 6, 2024 Another month in the books and a new month is here. As we welcome in February, we have some fun updates to share. First off, the girls varsity basketball team will conduct its senior night this evening at 5:45, prior to tip-off against Medina Christian Academy. Tomorrow evening,Continue reading “A New Mural & Other News”

Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Gump

*2nd Grade Teacher* By: BHS Staff Profiles February 2, 2024 Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Danelle Gump. This is currently her fourth year teaching second grade but year 18 all together here in the Brooklyn City School District. Mrs. Gump previously worked outside of Brooklyn, where she taught at The Goddard School.Continue reading “Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Gump”

Hurricanes Cruise Past the Phoenix

By: BHS Sports Staff February 1, 2024 This past Tuesday, the boys varsity basketball team hosted the Oberlin Phoenix in a non conference bout. The Canes came in with a record of 8-7, while Oberlin came limping in with a 1-13 mark. After defeating CVC foe Independence on the road last Friday, the Hurricanes lookedContinue reading “Hurricanes Cruise Past the Phoenix”

Senior Spotlight: Desireé Gailes

By: BHS Senior Spotlights Staff January 31, 2024 Chosen for this week’s second senior spotlight is Desireé Gailes. Desireé is outgoing, intelligent, and talented. She enjoys singing, cooking, napping, and going out with friends. She has also worked at Raising Canes for a year-and-a-half now and has been a part of Brooklyn’s Drama Club forContinue reading “Senior Spotlight: Desireé Gailes”

Senior Spotlight: Anthony Pytel

By: BHS Senior Spotlights Staff January 31, 2024 Chosen for this week’s first senior spotlight is Anthony Pytel. Anthony is intelligent, calm, and determined. He enjoys playing basketball, golfing, spending time with family, reading, and sometimes, cooking. Q: What is your favorite memory from elementary school? A: “One of my favorite memories from elementary schoolContinue reading “Senior Spotlight: Anthony Pytel”

Hurricane Heritage Week Interview

By: BHS News Staff January 30, 2024 Hello, Brooklyn! As we are quickly approaching the end of January, our Hurricane Heritage Week is coming up in less than a week. In order to get more information for next week’s event, the BHS News Staff sat down for an interview with Mrs. Supriya Culliton, the DirectorContinue reading “Hurricane Heritage Week Interview”

Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Sullivan

*5th Grade Teacher* By: BHS Staff Profiles January 26, 2024 Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Kristen Sullivan. Mrs. Sullivan has been teaching in the Brooklyn City School District for 26 years. She has never worked outside of Brooklyn. In her free time, she loves to dance, read, and spend time with herContinue reading “Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Sullivan”

NFL Championship Weekend

By: BHS Sports Staff January 25, 2024 Unfortunately, the Browns are out of the playoffs, and as we frequently say in Cleveland, “There is always next year.” With this, the NFL Divisional Round wrapped up last weekend, so it is appropriate to recap all of the games, along with previewing Championship Weekend. AFC Divisional RoundContinue reading “NFL Championship Weekend”

Senior Spotlight: Cierra Forte

By: BHS Senior Spotlights Staff January 24, 2024 Chosen for this week’s senior spotlight is Cierra Forte. Cierra is determined, nice, and a good friend. She works full-time as a call agent. In her free time, she loves to write and take notes about everything that she wants to accomplish in her future. She wouldContinue reading “Senior Spotlight: Cierra Forte”

Meetings, Scholarships, and More

By: BHS News Staff January 23, 2024 Happy Tuesday, BHS! Glad you enjoyed last week’s snow days; we sure did! Now, here are some reminders for the end of January and beyond. First off, please remember that the first Prom Committee meeting is TODAY at 3:05 in Mrs. Holko’s room (271). Bring your creative ideasContinue reading “Meetings, Scholarships, and More”

Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Yarman

*5th Grade Teacher* By: BHS Staff Profiles January 19, 2024 Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Ann Marie Yarman. This is currently year 27 for her in education. Mrs. Yarman has never worked outside of Brooklyn. In her free time, she enjoys reading, creating 3D printings, and traveling. A fun fact about herContinue reading “Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Yarman”