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TAKING TRINITY DOWN

By: Morgan Blechschmid, Jonathan Drake, and Lexi Jenkins February 18, 2020 This past Tuesday, the Brooklyn Hurricanes varsity basketball team faced off against the Trinity Trojans for their last home game of the season. However, this was not their first time going up against Trinity; they played them on the road in early January andContinue reading “TAKING TRINITY DOWN”

Staff Profile: Mr. Ross

By: Daylun Armstrong *School Counselor* *Why did you decide to become a teacher? “I became a teacher because my happiest moments in school when I was younger was when I was involved in music, and I wanted to give other students the same opportunity to express themselves. I then became a counselor because I enjoyContinue reading “Staff Profile: Mr. Ross”

YEARBOOK THEME: “THE ROARING TWENTIES”

By: Izabella Hotz and Destiny Cannon February 20, 2020 This year, the yearbook will be created by a class for the first time ever. Led by Mrs. Jacinta Bader, Mrs. Joanne Becker, and the students, they are putting together the yearbook by taking photos, advertising, and deciding on layouts. This class seems to be startingContinue reading “YEARBOOK THEME: “THE ROARING TWENTIES””

International Festival Brings Planet-Sized Fun

By: Gino Pallotta, Ariana Rojak, and Danielle Shehee February 18, 2020 Last Wednesday, Brooklyn High School held the annual international festival with so many students celebrating different cultures. This is BHS’s fifth consecutive international festival. The beginning of the school day started normally, as the first two classes were regular, but in third period, allContinue reading “International Festival Brings Planet-Sized Fun”

Boys Basketball Team Wins On Senior Night!

By: Ella Fowler, Serena Barile, and Delaney David February 14, 2020 The Hurricanes beat Lake Ridge Academy 83-56, and it was even more special being that it was senior night. Dean Day, Elliot Loy, Jamiar Tate, Tristan Peggs, and Adiel Sanabria-Cruz were the seniors recognized prior to the game in front of their family, friends,Continue reading “Boys Basketball Team Wins On Senior Night!”

Savannah’s “Before the Light”

By: Haley Schaldach and Alaysia Curry February 18, 2020 One of BHS’s students, sophomore Savannah David, was selected into the Ohio House of Representatives Student Art Exhibit for her photography. The Ohio House of Representatives Student Art Exhibit is a gallery that is geared towards students in Ohio to encourage creativity and talent. All 99Continue reading “Savannah’s “Before the Light””

The Hurricanes Defeat Cuyahoga Heights in a Thrilling Game

By: Normeze Rivera, Jessica Strimpel, and Anayah Flowers February 13, 2020 The Lady Canes pulled off a thrilling win against Cuyahoga Heights last night by a score of 28-25. Genesis Carballo scored the first point of the game. Not long after, Shariah Gailes made a three-pointer. Then, Jenna Young made two shots and gave theContinue reading “The Hurricanes Defeat Cuyahoga Heights in a Thrilling Game”

WOLVERINES ARE TOO HOT TO HANDLE

By: Morghan Blechschmid, Jonathan Drake, and Lexi Jenkins February 10, 2020 Last Monday, the Brooklyn Hurricanes boys varsity basketball team faced off against the Lincoln West Wolverines. The starting Canes were Tristan Peggs, Tyler Elzholz, Maceo Pytel, Jaiden Basinger, and Calvin Gore. The Hurricanes were off to a good start in the first quarter, havingContinue reading “WOLVERINES ARE TOO HOT TO HANDLE”

Staff Profile: Mr. Timas

By: Jessica Strimpel *Computer/Business Teacher* Q: Why did you decide to be a teacher? A: “I did it because I felt my third year in college that I was headed towards being a computer major. I just felt a calling to help in a bigger way, and I thought teaching would be a good wayContinue reading “Staff Profile: Mr. Timas”

Black History Month: Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner

By: Valery Warner, Jaden Majewski, and Daylun Armstrong February 11, 2020 Before Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner, many had to deal with the discomfort and inconvenience of using cloth pads and rags during their menstrual cycles. Due to racial discrimination, Kenner’s invention (the sanitary belt) was overlooked and not implemented until 30 years later. Born toContinue reading “Black History Month: Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner”

JESSIE HERZFELD OPENS EXHIBIT WITH ILLUSIONS AND VISIONS

By: Izabella Hotz and Destiny Cannon February 7, 2020 This past Friday, artist Jessie Herzfeld opened her first solo art exhibition at the Art On Madison gallery with her collection named Illusions and Visions. The atmosphere was nice, and snacks were provided along with refreshments. This collection is composed of poems by the french poetContinue reading “JESSIE HERZFELD OPENS EXHIBIT WITH ILLUSIONS AND VISIONS”

A Night to Shine

By: Haley Schaldach, Savannah David, and Alaysia Curry February 7, 2020 “A Night to Shine” is an event that is geared towards those with disabilities to ensure that they will have the night of their lives. This gathering is sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation and is hosted in over 655 churches throughout 24 differentContinue reading “A Night to Shine”