By: Serena Barile, Haley Schaldach, and Anayah Flowers April 11, 2020 Recently, there has been a pandemic that has turned life, as we know it, upside-down. A life-threatening disease known as COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is spreading quickly throughout the world, and the number of cases grows each day. Even though times like these are rough, thereContinue reading “Donate to Support the Fight Against COVID-19”
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Quarantine: How to Stay Occupied
By: Morgan Blechschmid, Gina Pallotta, and Jonathan Drake April 11, 2020 Quarantine is tough, and people are having a hard time keeping themselves from being bored. So, how do you keep yourself active? First, remember to take care of your body, for exercising is proven to keep the brain happier, and it helps to fightContinue reading “Quarantine: How to Stay Occupied”
What to Watch during Quarantine
By: Delaney David and Normeze Rivera April 10, 2020 With so many people staying safe at home and self-distancing, there is a lot of time to get comfy and relax while watching a series, especially on Netflix. So, here is what we recommend watching. *On My Block Season 3 came out one month ago andContinue reading “What to Watch during Quarantine”
The Importance of Celebrating Our Earth
By: Daylun Armstrong, Jessica Strimpel, and Alaysia Curry April 10, 2020 Earth Month is celebrated in the month of April, with Earth Day this year being on April 22, 2020. However, only committing to our Earth a day, or even a month, out of the entire year is not enough to make the change weContinue reading “The Importance of Celebrating Our Earth”
The Positive Impacts/Effects of COVID-19
By: Ariana Rojak, Danielle Shehee, and Lexi Jenkins April 10, 2020 Many people’s lives have changed drastically recently due to the spread of the Coronavirus (also referred to as COVID-19). From social distancing to quarantine, it is safe to say that this pandemic has changed a lot in day-to-day life. In total, the Coronavirus hasContinue reading “The Positive Impacts/Effects of COVID-19”
Excitement Surrounds Hurricanes Baseball
By: Jessica Strimpel, Anayah Flowers, and Normeze Rivera March 12, 2020 The Hurricanes are preparing for an exciting 2020 season with returning senior stars and a talented group of freshmen. Brooklyn ended its 2019 season with a conference record of 2-13, but they are looking to learn from last season to improve their overall team.Continue reading “Excitement Surrounds Hurricanes Baseball”
Women’s History Month: Tina Turner
By: Daylun Armstrong, Jaden Majewski, and Valery Warner March 12, 2020 “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their own dreams” Tina Turner, an African-American woman whose strength and resilience helped her climb her way back to the top of the music charts, endlessly fought for her rights as an artistContinue reading “Women’s History Month: Tina Turner”
Staff Profile: Mr. Wingler
By: Destiny Cannon *High School Principal* Q: Why did you decide to become a teacher before becoming a principal? A: “When I was in high school, I did volunteer work at a summer camp with students with disabilities. I worked with a young man who was deaf, and I learned enough sign language to beContinue reading “Staff Profile: Mr. Wingler”
FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE HISTORY BEHIND IT
By: Lexi Jenkins, Jonathan Drake, and Morgan Blechshmid March 11, 2020 Friday the 13th is a day most people associate with bad luck/bad vibes due to its dark history. However, most people don’t know the actual history behind this day and why it is so popular. Why is Friday the 13th so unlucky? “AccordingContinue reading “FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE HISTORY BEHIND IT”
Cast Preview: Newsies
By: Izabella Hotz and Destiny Cannon March 9, 2020 The Brooklyn High School production of Newsies is coming fast, with opening night this Thursday, March 12. The cast, pit, and crew have been working extremely hard to put this show together. Auditions started the first week of November, and ever since then, the show hasContinue reading “Cast Preview: Newsies”
BHS Named as Fox 8’s ‘Cool School of the Week’
By: Jessica Strimpel, Normeze Rivera, and Anayah Flowers March 9, 2020 Brooklyn High School was just named Fox 8’s ‘Cool School of the Week’. BHS defeated Rocky River High School and Orange High School to get the nomination, and it was all based on online voting. On Wednesday, March 4, Fox 8 traveled to theContinue reading “BHS Named as Fox 8’s ‘Cool School of the Week’”
Stay Healthy: An Easy Guide
By: Gino Pallotta, Ariana Rojak, and Danielle Shehee March 9, 2020 Due to the coronavirus, people are more worried about hygiene. Thankfully, avoiding getting sick is simple. It is important to remember to wash your hands and put on hand sanitizer when soap and water is not available. Hand sanitizer is not a replacement forContinue reading “Stay Healthy: An Easy Guide”
