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The Beachcomber

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The Beachcomber

Shapiro and Vitek explain their Beachwood stone project to the group before placing the stones. Photo courtesy of Kate Vitek

BMS Teachers Visit Polish Holocaust Sites

Radha Pareek, Staff Writer October 12, 2023

This summer BMS English teachers Kate Vitek and Carrie Shapiro traveled to Poland to gain firsthand experience touring Holocaust sites, which will help enrich their curriculum.  The two journeyed to...

Both band and drill team have grown significantly over the past few years. The band has grown from 28 members two years ago to 50 this year.

Band and Drill Team Bigger, More Spirited This Year

Alexis Mercado, Staff Writer October 10, 2023

Every Friday night in the fall, under the stadium lights, fans witness the performances of band and drill team taking center stage.  The drill team has returned this year with seven members after having...

The insects are unmistakable, eerie in appearance, with beautiful bright red coloring along the edges of their posterior extended wings.

The Lanternflies are Coming

Charlotte Doughty, Staff Writer October 5, 2023

The Cleveland Metroparks first began monitoring for the spotted lanternfly in 2014 after it was discovered in Pennsylvania, and just a year ago, adult specimens were sighted in Ohio.  Invasive pests...

Good Luck, Class of 2023!

Good Luck, Class of 2023!

May 27, 2023

*Based on information shared with the guidance dept. as of May 18. Leana Adunts Undecided Nawaf Aldosari Undecided Grace Lorraine Allen The Ohio State University Gili...

Liu says that he taught himself much of the complex mathematics that he knows, utilizing the internet and other resources.

Freshman Jiahe Liu Places Among Top 12 Math Olympians in North America

Mirica Woodley, Staff Writer May 24, 2023

Freshman Jiahe Liu is the first Beachwood student ever to qualify for the USA Junior Mathematics Olympiad (USAJMO). He did more than qualify. He finished among the top 12 students in North America.  Each...

 “I enjoy helping people, so I wanted to be able to help my community… by protecting them and also being there for them when they needed me,” Pekarski said.

Officer Pekarski Hired as Director of Security

Madeleine Mehler, Staff Writer May 18, 2023

Officer Colton Pekarski started his new role as Director of Security for Beachwood Schools on April 3.  Officer Pekarski is 29 years old. He enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.  He...

“I knew I couldn't get another teaching job because I knew that no teaching job would compare to the conditions under which I currently work,” Paulchell said.

Paulchell Headed to Arizona

Anah Khan, Features Editor May 3, 2023

After eight years in the BHS science dept., one of Beachwood’s most beloved teachers and mentors, Alexander Theodore Paulchell will, unfortunately, be leaving us.  Paulchell clarified his motives...

Beachwood's Model UN  members show off their awards after the fall CCWA conference.

Model UN Wins Best Delegation at Case Western Conferences

Jack Soroka, Staff Writer March 20, 2023

The  BHS Model United Nations club has made quite the successful comeback from COVID this year.  The club won best large delegation at the two Cleveland Council for World Affairs (CCWA) conferences...

Mills says she has loved the job of treasurer because it isn't just a traditional desk job with repeated tasks every day; it calls upon different skills to solve problems.

Michele Mills Closes the Books After 35 Years as School District Treasurer

Jacob Burkons, Staff Writer March 14, 2023

Beachwood School District Treasurer Michelle Mills is retiring July 31 after 35 years with the district. Mills has found her job to be very meaningful. “The best thing I love about my job is that...

“The most stressful part honestly is that once you hit senior year you realize that you are going to be living where you pick for the next couple years, so you really have to put yourself in it instead of just thinking about it,” senior Sepanta Entezari said.

Surviving the College Applications Scramble

Allie Rindsberg, Staff Writer March 10, 2023

The number of college applications has increased 150% over the last two decades, even though the number of students graduating from high school hasn’t changed much.  Maybe this is why seniors are...

Junior Miyani Mercer and sophomore Junae Simmons joined Dr. Harrell in singing "This Little Light of Mine" and "Steal Away to Jesus."

Celebrating Black History Through Song

Nina Mayers, Staff Writer March 8, 2023

A group of BHS students attended a musical presentation on Negro spirituals in celebration of Black History Month on Tuesday, Feb. 21.  The presentation was hosted by Dr. Babette Reid Harrell, who...

While the Supreme Court considers ending affirmative action, 56% of nation's top universities consider legacy in the admissions process.

Supreme Court Considers Fate of Affirmative Action

Taia Menefee, Staff Writer February 28, 2023

The Supreme Court is set to decide in June on the precedent of race considerations in the higher education admissions process in the cases Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v. University of North Carolina...

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