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The Beachcomber

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The Beachcomber

This year's Hope Heroes campaign is raising money for therapy dog programs in Northeast Ohio hospital systems.

Marketing Program Trains Business Leaders, Raises Money for Therapy Dogs

Ethan Harmer, Staff Writer January 22, 2025

Beachwood's Excel TECC marketing program is raising money this year for their new Hope Heroes campaign to support therapy dog programs across Northeast Ohio hospital systems. This is one in a long line...

"We look forward to the point where we literally could just hand the kids the keys to the restaurant,” Chef Wilson said.

Culinary Arts Program Prepares Students for Restaurant Careers

Anna Tonyushkin, Features Editor January 22, 2025

The Excel Tecc Culinary Arts Program housed at BHS allows high schoolers to immerse themselves in the world of cooking and baking to prepare for a career in the industry. The program is run by Chef...

Math club members played cards at a recent meeting.

Math Club Sees Exponential Growth

Ilana Thal, Staff Writer January 14, 2025

Math club was revived about five years ago by class of 2022 alums Evelyn Zhang and Michael Karpov. But when Zhang, now a junior at Vanderbilt, stopped by their Nov. 25 meeting, she was amazed to see...

As we move into these winter months, be sure to check your tires and battery.

Make Sure Your Car is Winter Ready

Gavin Osborne, Staff Writer December 20, 2024

With yet another long, cold winter upon us, it is imperative to make sure your car can handle the cold and oftentimes harsh winter weather that our city receives, in addition to the regular maintenance...

"We love all types of music," club founder Angelica Tall said. "We just want everybody to have fun."

‘Just Dance’ Club Brings Fun to Fridays

Savanna Shields, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

The just dance club held their first meeting on Nov. 14, a fun, engaging, and relaxing way for students to wind down after a busy week in school. Founded by student Angelica Tall, the club centers around...

Teen volunteers gathered along the 2-mile route of the MyWalk4Friends fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 22.

Friendship Circle Volunteers Build Connections

Winter Delman, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

For over 20 years, the Friendship Circle of Cleveland has worked to bring together individuals of all abilities. Friendship Circle is an international Jewish organization that aims to develop friendships...

Engineering club members posing for a group photo.

Engineering Club Members Gain Hands-on Tech Skills

Jude Landes, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Engineering club Co-Presidents Shamith Murthy, Oleksandr Rabochii and Dotan Dana have been hoping to expand the club this year by offering students a chance to explore electronics and problem-solving in...

Juniors Addie Wohl, Kailey Jewell (from Mayfield) and Lilah Droe are first year students in the TEACH program.

High School Students Gain Classroom Skills in TEACH Program

Savanna Shields, Staff Writer November 9, 2024

The Teacher Education and Children's Health (TEACH) EXCEL TECC program offers high school students a teacher education that includes much more than lesson planning.  Students learn about children's...

Jews for Justice in Palestine protest at The Ohio State University.

Two Narratives, One Conflict

Mirica Woodley, Opinion Editor October 24, 2024

As a result of the war in the Middle East, tensions have risen on American college campuses and here at BHS. “There are constant discussions and heated arguments that arise because of the worsening...

Formerly an intervention specialist, Amy Graham has taken over the position of ASL teacher and club adviser.

ASL Club Looks to Expand

Lilah Droe, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

The American Sign Language club (ASL) is experiencing many changes this year. Amy Graham, formerly an intervention specialist, has taken over the position as the new ASL teacher and club adviser.   Graham...

Thomas quotes Vince Lombardi: “The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary.”

The Power of Perseverance

Hannah Smith, Staff Writer October 17, 2024

Math teacher Brandy Thomas comes to Beachwood with 17 years of teaching experience.  Her journey into education began in high school. “I was always good at math, and I used to tutor my friends...

“I just want everyone to succeed,” Orr said.

Runs in the Family

Hannah Smith, Staff Writer October 17, 2024

Joshua Orr’s path to becoming an intervention specialist was shaped by his mother, a  special education teacher with nearly four decades of experience at Max Hayes High School in Cleveland. “Definitely...

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