Chosen for this week’s senior spotlight is Ayvah Chin. She is a well-rounded student with big future goals. Using three words, she describes herself as funny, smart, and loud. In her free time, she likes to scroll on Tiktok. A fun fact about her is that she is a (self-described) terrible cook.
Q: What is your most used smartphone app?
A: “TikTok.”
Q: What is your dream job?
A: “Physician’s Assistant.”
Q: What is your favorite type of music to listen to? Favorite musician or band?
A: “R&B and my favorite musician is Frank Ocean.”
Q: How do you deal with a stressful situation?
A: “Think about it and then ask my mom what she thinks. I typically do what she thinks is best.”
Q: If you could live anywhere in the world for one year, where would it be?
A: “Italy because the weather is really nice, and they have great food.”
Q: Where do you plan to go to college? What program do you want to study?
A: “The Ohio State University with a major in Health Science.”
Q: What is one piece of advice that you would give to next year’s seniors?
A: “Don’t give up, and try to even out your work so you don’t get burnt out so quickly.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration or influence?
A: “Miss Field because she gives good advice and is understanding.”
Thank you for letting us interview you, Ayvah. Good luck with your future plans and goals, and we hope that you learn how to cook, someday.
Even in a down season, senior night can be an emotional rollercoaster for athletes and their families, and the best way to celebrate this occasion is with a victory.
Last Thursday, the hockey team had their senior night as they faced off against the Twinsburg Tigers. The Hurricanes came in with a record of 2-15-3, while the Tigers came in winless at 0-15. In an earlier matchup this season, the Hurricanes came out with a 2-1 win, and they wanted the season sweep and a memory of a lifetime.
Before the game, the Hurricanes recognized nine seniors: Jadyn DeLuca, Aiden Starr, Blake Baker, Yahya Hattab, Nate Hernandez, Jeff Helmick, Phillip Banaszak, Collin Flanagan, and Nick Supinski.
Early on, play was physical with a couple of big hits on both sides. However, neither team could capitalize on multiple scoring opportunities as the first period would go scoreless with tensions building.
Things got more interesting in the second period with increased hits and both teams starting to rack up major penalties. The Tigers took advantage, scoring their first goal on a 4-on-3 power-play to grab the lead.
The Hurricanes answered right back on a slapshot goal by Banaszak (assisted by Gio Garst and Rocco Spiewacki) to even the score at one. This is how the period ended, deadlocked at 1-1.
With one period remaining, which team would come through in the clutch?
Similar to the first period, both teams had plenty of scoring chances, but no shots changed the tie score. That was until Garst (with a Baker assist) gave the Hurricanes the lead with his first goal of the season, midway through the final period.
Just a minute later, the Hurricanes tacked on another goal by Banaszak (Helmick assist), his second of the game, to extend the Hurricanes lead to 3-1.
Goaltender Supinski was able to hold things down in the final minutes, earning 17 saves on 18 shots, which is good for a 94 save percentage as the Hurricanes skated away with the senior night victory.
Final Score: Brooklyn 3, Twinsburg 1.
This win propelled the Hurricanes to 3-15-3 record, but more importantly, nine seniors are now able to celebrate this milestone victory for the rest of their lives.
Congratulations, seniors!
Up next, the Hurricanes will host a first round playoff game next Monday, as they take on the Cleveland Heights Tigers. Puck drop is at 5:15.
In other Winter sports, the boys basketball team (3-16) will travel tomorrow to face their CVC rival, the Fairview Warriors. Tip-off is at 7:00.
Finally, this past Saturday, the bowling team wrapped up their regular season play with a record of 5-4. They will now travel to Medina Lanes this Sunday for sectional play. The match will start at 9:00 a.m.
We are five days into February, which means we are also five days into Black History Month. Therefore, we decided to explore the origins of Black History Month instead of writing an article about important individuals.
Black History Month started in 1915 in Chicago, Illinois. Carter G. Woodson, an alumnus of The University of Chicago, traveled from Washington, D.C., to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of emancipation. Thousands of African-Americans from everywhere traveled to celebrate and highlight the progress people have made since the destruction of slavery. On September 9, 1915, Woodson met four individuals to form the Association for the Study of Black Life and History (ASNLH).
Woodson wished for the world to popularize the accomplishments of African-Americans, which he added to the Journal of Black History, his creation in 1916. He asked black civic organizations to promote these achievements. In 1924, they responded to Woodson by publishing Black History and Literature Week, which was later named Black Achievement Week.
In the 1920s, Black History Week spread and became a tradition in schools. Due to the uprising of black people migrating to the South, black literature and culture spread rapidly. This caused black history groups to form, and teachers prepared all of the needed materials.
The reason Woodson picked February for BHM is because it is commonly stated that February holds two important figures who helped shape black history. Those people were Abraham Lincoln and Fredrick Douglas, whose birthdays fell on February 12 and February 14. The other important reason why February was selected was because of traditions since Lincoln’s assassination in 1865. The black community and many others celebrated the fallen president’s birthday, and since the late 1890s, they have celebrated Douglas’ birthday as well. Woodson was also aware of pre-existing traditions, so he made Black History Week around some of those traditional days of commemorating black history.
Woodson never liked that it was originally a celebration of Lincoln and Douglas. Although they were important to black history, he believed that history was made by the people and not simply just by two great men. He believed that it should be focused on the countless men and women who contributed to society.
In the 1930s, Woodson made sure that teachers, black and white, had better education and had a greater education than the students. Any speakers who the teachers brought in also had to be knowledgeable. Books that were published by black people slowly started showing up in schools and markets.
In the 1940s, schools in the South slowly started to teach Black History, often by black teachers. Black history was a topic that was eventually added to U.S. History. This did not mean that every teacher accepted this new curriculum, though. There was a report of a teacher hiding all of Woodson’s textbooks under the desk, making sure the principal would not find out to avoid conflict.
In West Virginia during the 1940s, many African-Americans started to celebrate February as Black History Month due to Woodson often giving speeches there. By the 1970s, Black History Month became an annual celebration, nationally.
Before Woodson’s death in the 1950s, he pushed for schools to use Black History Week to show what the students had learned all year. He also made sure that adults could learn about their past with a black studies extension program.
Anyone can celebrate Black History Month, regardless of their cultural background because as American citizens, we are a melting pot of societal contributions.
“No man knows what he is capable of until he tries,” Carter G. Woodson.
{Information for this article is sourced from ASALH.}
According to Punxsutawney Phil (the uneducated vermin), Winter will last an additional six more weeks. Maybe another snow or cold day is on the horizon? What do you say, Dr. Caleris?
Since we are now officially in the month of February, let’s get you caught up with the news.
Last week, Miss Meredith Deutsch and Mr. Willis Cuevas (former Brooklyn graduate) visited from Ohio Cat (Ohio Machinery Co.) to talk to BHS seniors about potential job opportunities once they graduate this May. The two talked about advice for what to do after high school, why they chose to visit Brooklyn, what their presentation entailed, future job opportunities, etc. One of the big pieces of information the two talked about is what the company offers.
“There are all sorts of jobs, ranging from technicians, IT roles, rental coordinators, and also sales posts if you like to talk to people,” stated Deutsch.
Simply, the presentation was very educational with some seniors already looking into their futures with Ohio Machinery Co.
Thank you Miss Deutsch and Mr. Cuevas for taking the time to talk to the Class of 2025.
The BCSD also celebrated Heritage Week. Last Friday, there was a parade in the hallways, which was a great way for everyone to celebrate their heritage and to conclude the month of January. Students from the lower school also participated in the parade, proudly representing their heritage.
Next, this past Saturday, Ms. Jurewicz and a few of her engineering students went to the Great Lakes Science Center and participated in the Design & Build Challenge. This challenge helped her students think of creative ways to transfer materials using everyday items such as tape and rubber bands. Thank you to the Great Lakes Science Center for this meaningful opportunity.
With February here, Spring sports are in full swing. If you are interested in joining baseball, softball, or track, contact the coaches or Mr. Zofka (Athletic Director).
Also in motion is preparation for The Wizard of Oz, this year’s school musical. The curtains will open on Thursday, March 20. The musical will run through Saturday, March 22.
Finally, here is the February calendar:
February 14: Boys Basketball Senior Night vs. Max Hayes (7:00 p.m.)
February 14: Staff Inservice Day (No Students) / Valentine’s Day
February 17: Presidents Day (No School)
February 28: Prom Malley’s Fundraiser Money Due
Have a good week, Hurricane Nation.
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Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mrs. Pam Mickey. Mrs. Mickey has been working in the BCSD for one year. Before coming here, she worked as an accountant, but she chose to work here because this environment is better with her kids attending school in Brooklyn. In her free time, she likes to shop, decorate, and do DIY projects; she also enjoys spending time with her family. Something you may not know about Mrs. Mickey is that she played soccer and softball throughout high school.
Q: Where did you go to high school? What was your favorite memory/moment as a high school student?
A: “I went to Berea High School, and my favorite memories as a student are setting up for Homecoming dances, being in Student Council, going to Polaris for Cosmetology, and being the president of the Cosmetology Salon at Polaris.”
Q: How do you plan to spend your upcoming Summer?
A: “Taking many trips and spending a lot of time with my two daughters.”
Q: In your opinion, what is the most important aspect of being a cleaner?
A: “Making sure that things are clean and ready for students to prevent germs. Making the school look the best is also important.”
Q: What was your first job?
A: “Burger King working in the drive-thru.”
Q: What does a typical workday look like for you?
A: “Come in, get keys for the school, check in with the office for anything specific, start in the cafeteria, get supplies ready and full.”
Q: How do you deal with a stressful situation?
A: “Problem solve everything that can be fixed, be a leader, and get through it in any way that can help.”
Q: What is your favorite restaurant, and what is your go-to menu item at this restaurant?
A: “Red Crab and the seafood boil bag with snow crab, shrimp, scallops, and spicy crab sauce.”
Q: What is your biggest pet peeve?
A: “The word moist.” 😂
Thank you for letting us interview you, Mrs. Mickey. We hope that you have an amazing year and Summer ahead. Thank you for keeping our school clean.
With conference tournaments and March Madness coming soon, could the Cleveland State Vikings make it to the Big Dance? Currently, the Vikings lead the Horizon League with a record of 16-6 (10-1 in the conference) and hold a 12-game winning streak.
Today’s focus is our hometown Vikings and what could be for this solid basketball team.
The Vikings’ current scoring leaders are Tevin Smith (14 points-per-game), Tahj Staveskie (11.6 points-per-game), and Dylan Arnett (10.7 points and 7.4 rebounds per game).
As a team, they are currently shooting 45 percent from the field and 33 percent from the three-point line. On defense, they force 16.4 turnovers per game, compared to their own 11.6 offensive turnovers.
The Vikings had some early struggles, starting 4-6 with key losses to Michigan, Minnesota, and Kansas State, but they picked it up during conference play, fueling their 12-game winning streak.
Here is the Vikings’ remaining schedule:
If you haven’t been able to catch a Vikings game this season, now is the time. You can watch them at the Wolstein Center in downtown Cleveland. Tickets can be purchased here.
Go Vikings! Win the Horizon League and get ready to dance.
In Brooklyn sports, the hockey team (2-15-3) is having its senior night tonight, taking on the Twinsburg Tigers. Puck drop is at 7:30 with senior night activities starting at 7:20. On Saturday, they will travel to Mentor to take on the Notre Dame Cathedral Latin Lions with a 6:15 start time.
Tomorrow, the boys basketball team (2-15) hosts the Trinity Trojans. Tip off is at 7:00.
Finally, the bowling team (5-4) travels to Brookgate this Saturday to participate in the conference tournament. The match will begin at 8:00 a.m.
Heritage is important for many reasons because it shapes who we are, and it is a part of who we are. It shows people what we value and can also bring people and families together. Most importantly, it provides clues about our past and shows how our society has evolved. It allows us to examine our history and traditions, see ourselves in different ways, and explain who we truly are.
The word tradition comes from the Latin word “tradiare,” which means to hand over, transmit, or deliver. Traditions mostly consist of practices or rituals that are passed down from generation to generation. It is not just about getting something passed down; it is about the joy of feeling included and a sense of belonging to cultural roots.
Brooklyn’s ethnic population mainly includes people of White descent (61.9%), along with Hispanic descent (15.5%), African-American descent (10.1%), and Asian descent (8.7%).
Heritage is an important part of everyone, so we decided to interview some staff members about their heritage to learn more about their different cultures and traditions.
*Mr. Larson (Swedish, Danish, and a healthy dose of German): “My great-great-grandparents came from Sweden and Denmark. At the end of the 19th century, many people from Scandinavian countries settled in Minnesota, and my grandparents were one of them. When they moved out West, my grandparents took big fishing trips to Idaho, Montana, Washington, Canada, and Alaska, and they smoked and pickled the salmon they caught. My favorite food is smoked salmon because it’s the one I remember the most. But for the German side, it is pork and sauerkraut. A custom that my family does is potlucks, one of the biggest feasts that comes from my family.”
*Miss Harkelroad (Italian): “My grandfather was 100 percent Italian. He came from a village called Alvito. I would love to visit home and see where he and his eight siblings lived. I love hearing about their life in Italy because of the strong family bond, and they loved cooking and having gardens. When I think of the food they had, I just think of homemade red sauce. My mom got the recipe from her aunts and uncles and passed it down to us, and having the sauce cook for hours made the house smell good and reminds me of family. The traditions mainly center around food, so when we get together, we tell stories and just eat well.”
*Mr. Roegiers (Dutch): “I am mostly Dutch. I remember my great-grandmother making authentic Dutch food when I was younger. My favorite, for example, is oliebollen. Olliebollen is fried dough with raisins, and you dip it in cinnamon sugar. I didn’t do any traditions or customs, but my grandmother used to tell me that they used to put wooden clogs out.”
*Mrs. Velez (Dominican): “I was born in NYC. My parents were born and raised in the DR. My ancestry goes all the way from Congo in Africa to Spain in Europe. My cultural favorite food is green plantains, fried, mashed, and boiled; it doesn’t matter because they are all absolutely delicious! My favorite holiday is Dominican Independence Day, and my favorite tradition is gathering as a family to dance and cook food together.”
*Mrs. Huang (Taiwanese/Chinese): “I am originally from Taiwan. Taiwan is a free country, and we can elect our own government. Chinese culture is the same in both places. My favorite food would be steam buns. I use a bamboo steamer to make the food. It is very light and healthy. My favorite tradition is Chinese New Year’s Eve, having dinner with family, and the elder generation will give money in a red envelope to the younger generation as a gift to encourage them to do better. If the kids do better in school, they can get more money in their red envelope. This is a way to encourage the kids to do better and to do well.”
*Mr. Taylor (African-American): “I am African-American. I’m not too sure of my full background. When you ask me about my favorite food, I would have to say that my family is eating anything that involves a pig. My personal favorite is eating pig’s feet. It’s kind of self-explanatory, but it’s like eating hotdogs with hot sauce and seasoning. My grandma and I also love to eat chitlins. A big thing in my family is religion and the church. They are important things to me because my family is Baptist Christian. My grandfather owned a First Baptist Church.”
*Miss Matthews (Puerto Rican): “I am half Puerto Rican. My grandparents were born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and moved to New York. My mom wasn’t born in Puerto Rico, but her first language was Spanish. My favorite foods are pastelillos and rice and beans; the rice and beans are cooked differently than the normal Mexican way, and in pastelillos, you can put a meat turnover like chicken beef or corn beef. They are similar to empanadas, and I love drinking guava juice. Because I grew up half white and half Hispanic, the amount of unconditional love was overwhelming. Hispanic families are close and loving which can sometimes get overwhelming. My favorite memory is when we would go to church on Sundays and all pack into one car with four people in the back and three people in the front, and I liked to listen to my abuela sing because I love Spanish music.”
*Mr. Rademaker (Irish): “The heritage I do the most with is Irish. My family came from Ireland to Canada in the 1830s. After living in Canada, they moved down to Vermont and back up to Canada. Then, my grandmother left Canada and moved to Cleveland because it was a good place to work. My favorite cultural food is fish and chips. I think it’s really good, but it is also a standard thing to eat in Ireland. They have what they call chip shops, and they mainly sell fish and chips; it is like our fast food. My favorite custom is eating taytos, a kind of potato chip you can only get in Ireland. They are very good to the point where everyone is stuffing their face with them. People like them so much that when they finish the bag, they just toss them. You can find a lot of the bags on the ground in Ireland.”
Thank you to everyone for sharing with us your background, your traditions, and of course, your go-to cultural dish.
As we are halfway through Heritage week, now is a great time to embrace your own heritage. Be proud of where you came from, who you currently are, and who you will become.
Welcome to the final week of January. What is a better way to end this cold and frigid month than with a cultural, Heritage Spirit Week?
Yesterday, students were welcomed into the building with many culturally-themed hallway decorations, some consisting of flags from Australia, Asia, and other countries. A big shout-out to Mrs. Bader’s Student Council students who stayed after school last Friday to put up the decorations.
Additionally, be sure to pay attention to the morning announcements this week. In honor of Heritage Week, the announcements will be read daily in a different language. Yesterday’s announcements were read in Spanish. Today’s announcements will be read in Arabic.
This Friday, a parade will take place during seventh period and will consist of many Brooklyn students representing their countries. Students will be dressed in traditional cultural clothing, will hold and waive their country’s flags, and will parade through the hallways with cultural music.
It is not too late to participate in Spirit Week, so here are the remaining themes for the remainder of the week:
Wednesday, January 29: “Lunar New Year” – Wear red (and gold) to usher in the new beginnings of the Lunar Cycle.
Thursday, January 30: “Colors of the World Day” – Are you a Rugby fan? Soccer? Have a favorite athlete or team? Dress in your favorite player’s/team’s jersey, and bring your favorite international sport home.
Friday, January 31: “Cultural Diversity Day” – Time to show your cultural pride! A parade will take place in the hallways, so wear the traditional attire of where your family is from or the colors of your country’s flag.
Above is senior Caydin George who dressed like a tourist for today’s theme.
Outside of Heritage week, this is an important reminder for anyone who signed up for the Malley’s chocolate bar fundraiser. Money must be paid in full by February 28. This fundraiser assists students in receiving a discounted prom ticket. This May 16, prom will be held at the Zoo.
Here is the upcoming schedule for the rest of January and into February:
January 27-31: Hurricane Heritage Week
January 29: Chinese New Year
January 30: Hockey Senior Night vs. Twinsburg
February 14: Boys Basketball Senior Night vs. Max S. Hayes
February 17: President’s Day
February 28: Malley’s Fundraiser Money Due!
Have an amazing final week of January, Hurricane Nation.
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Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Jadyn DeLuca. After graduation, Jadyn plans to attend The University of Akron for a four-year degree in Nursing. Then, he wants to become a Flight Nurse for his career. Some hobbies that Jadyn likes to do in his free time are play sports (soccer, hockey, and baseball) and video games. An interesting fact about him is that he has metal in his face after getting hit in the eye with a fastball.
Q: How would you describe yourself using only one word?
A: “Hardworking.”
Q: What is your ideal vacation?
A: “Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.”
Q: What is one rule that you live by?
A: “Be the energy you want in the world.”
Q: What is your dream career?
A: “Flight Nurse.”
Q: What is your biggest goal for the rest of this year?
A: “Earn my EMT certification.”
Q: Do you believe high school has prepared you for the real world?
A: “Yes because it helps with getting into a working environment and having to show up everyday and be responsible.”
Q: If you could give any advice to younger students, what would it be?
A: “Make the most out of the opportunities you are given.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been the biggest inspiration and/or influence to you?
A: “Mrs. Berg because she listens to her students and sets a good example for them, too.”
Thank you Jadyn for letting us interview you. We hope that you achieve your goals for this year and beyond. Good luck at The University of Akron. Go Zips!
Just two hours South of Cleveland down on I-71, something special is happening in the NHL world with the Columbus Blue Jackets. After finishing with the fourth-worst record in the entire league last year at 27-43-12, they currently sit with the first wild card spot in the Eastern Conference with a record of 23-18-7.
Their strong start to this season has been fueled by defenseman Zack Werenski, forward Kirill Marchenko, and center Sean Monahan. Werenski currently leads the team in points with 52 and assists with 37, while Marchenko leads the team in goals with 18.
They have also had breakout seasons from veterans James van Riemsdyk and Mathieu Olivier, with both of them breaking their point totals from last season in only half of the games. Young phenoms like Adam Fantilli and Dmitri Voronkov have enjoyed stellar seasons, as well.
The Blue Jackets offense has broken out under new leadership with first-year head coach Dean Evason. They are averaging 3.3 goals per game compared to last year only averaging 2.85 goals per game. Their power play unit has also seen a huge improvement jumping 15.1 percent last year to 23.1 percent this year.
Columbus has won seven of their last nine contests, including a six-game winning streak during this stretch.
They will travel to Raleigh tonight to take on the Carolina Hurricanes with puck drop at 7:00.
Below is their upcoming schedule:
On March 1, the Blue Jackets will host the Detroit Red Wings in the Stadium Series at Ohio Stadium in Columbus (HOME OF THE BEST TEAM IN THE COUNTRY – even with a fourth consecutive loss to Michigan). This is the first time the Blue Jackets will participate in the series.
We will be keeping an eye on this team’s playoff push, and you can too on the Columbus Blue Jacketswebsite.
Go Blue Jackets!
In Brooklyn sports, the hockey team (2-14-3) is home tonight, taking on the Bay Village Rockets. Puck drop is at 7:30.
Tomorrow, the boys basketball team (2-12) hosts the Independence Blue Devils. Tip off is at 6:45.
The wrestling team will participate in the CVC Championship tomorrow for their seventh season meet, which begins at 5:30.
Finally, the bowling team (5-4) travels to the Rollhouse this Saturday to take on all the teams in the GCIBL. The match will begin at 8:00 in the morning.
A tribute to a man who paved the way for future generations is necessary for all to read and hear on a regular basis.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born into a family of pastors, thanks to his grandfather, James King. MLK’s father was a pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church after James King passed it down, and from 1960 to his death, MLK, Jr. was the co-pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church with his father, Martin Luther King, Sr.
MLK, Jr. attended segregated schools throughout his life and graduated high school at 15-years-old. He then went to Morehouse College to get his Bachelor of Arts Degree. His father and grandfather both graduated from Morehouse College, as well. He decided to go to Crozer Theological Seminary for theological studies. At Crozer, he was elected president of a predominantly white class. After he got his Bachelor of Divinity Degree, he attended Boston University where he was awarded a Doctorate in Theology.
King was always a strong advocate for civil rights for African Americans. He became a member of the executive committee of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Due to his Christian faith and teachings, MLK led many nonviolent protests and movements in the late 1950s and 1960s. His goal was to achieve equality for all African Americans in the U.S. and to eliminate all violence. He also led many other nonviolent protests against poverty and international conflict. He believed that everyone was born equal in the eyes of God.
In 1955, MLK established the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This movement was to stop using buses because African Americans were forced to sit at the back. After roughly 380 days of boycotting, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that segregation was unconstitutional.
In 1964, MLK was the youngest person to win a Nobel prize, at only 35-years-old. His lecture “Letter from Birmingham Jail” won a Nobel Peace Prize, and his “I Have a Dream” speech are a few of his most-favored accomplishments. His many achievements are taught worldwide in schools, and his teachings are often studied by scholars. MLK is the only non-president to have a holiday celebrated nationally to honor and memorialize on the Great Mall of our nation’s capital.
On April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was unfortunately assassinated. He was shot by James Earl Ray while on the second floor of his hotel room, standing on the balcony.
The third Monday of January is a day to honor all that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. accomplished. He fought for the equality and peace of all colored people and is still a big influence today.
“We must learn to live together as brothers and sisters or die together as fools,” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
It is now the third week of the second semester, and things are slowly beginning to heat up, except the weather, of course.
With having today and tomorrow off, make sure you take a little time to catch up on some reading and movie viewing. Students, this extended weekend is also a great opportunity to get caught up on school work, so view ProgressBook and your Google Classrooms/Calendars to be where you need to be academically when we return on Thursday.
Attention all seniors, the Malley’s chocolate bar fundraiser is beginning soon, and you must sign up by this Friday, January 24. The Google Form sign-up is located in your Class of 2025 Google Classroom. Participating in this fundraiser will enable you to get a discount on your prom ticket. Do not pass up this opportunity. The money is due by February 28, so this gives you plenty of time to sell your chocolate. Prom this year will be held on Friday, May 16, at the Zoo.
Speaking of prom, remember that there is a Prom Committee meeting this Thursday at 3:05 in Mrs. Holko’s room (271).
Additionally next week, BHS students will celebrate their first spirit week of the new year in honor of Hurricane Heritage Week. Students will have an entire week dedicated to embracing their cultural background and traditions.
Here are the themes for Hurricane Heritage Spirit Week:
Monday, January 27: “Moving Through The USA” – Join other students and staff and dress in red, white, and blue. If you do not have red, white, or blue, and have visited more places than just Ohio, then wear a shirt that you might have picked up along the way.
Tuesday, January 28: “World-Wide Traveler” – Here is your chance to get creative. Dress up as what you think a tourist would dress like. Make it silly, but make sure to make it warm.
Wednesday, January 29: “Lunar New Year” – Wear red (and gold) to usher in the new beginnings of the Lunar Cycle.
Thursday, January 30: “Colors of the World Day” – Are you a Rugby fan? Have a favorite athlete or team? Dress in your player’s/team’s jersey, and bring your favorite international sport home.
Friday, January 31: “Cultural Diversity Day” – Time to show your cultural pride! A parade will take place in the hallways, so wear the traditional attire of where your family is from or the colors of your country’s flag.
We would love to see everyone participating in Hurricane Heritage week. Embrace your culture, and be proud of it.
Here is the upcoming schedule for the rest of January:
January 23: Prom Committee Meeting at 3:05 (Room 271)
January 24: Malley’s Prom Fundraiser Sign-Up
January 27-31: Hurricane Heritage Week
January 29: Chinese New Year
January 30: Hockey Senior Night vs. Twinsburg
Have a terrific week, Brooklyn. Make sure to stay as warm as you possibly can.
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THE RETURN OF THE EYE 