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The Beachcomber

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The Beachcomber

Faculty union leaders at the Ohio State University and other Ohio colleges and universities have expressed grave concerns about the bill.

‘Advance Ohio Education Act’ Will Set Us Back

Beachcomber Staff Editorial May 23, 2025

Governor Mike DeWine signed the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act on March 28.  The bill, otherwise known as Senate Bill 1 (SB1), aims to reform higher education at  Ohio public colleges and universities...

 In 2022, drug overdose killed an average of 22 high school age adolescents each week in the United States.

Despite Declines, Overdose Deaths Continue at Crisis Levels

So Eun Kang, News Editor May 23, 2025

A recovery speaker visited Lauren Bambrick’s health class on April 23 to describe his journey of overcoming addiction.  SAY/SADD Counselor Cindy Toncler emphasized the importance of the discussion. “It’s...

Consumer-oriented smart speakers have come a long way since their introduction in 2014.

The State of Smart Home Assistants

Siddhant Makkar, Staff Writer May 23, 2025

Close to 70 million people in the U.S. now use smart home technology—that’s roughly one in five Americans, based on the Census Bureau’s domestic population estimate.  Today, the American smart...

Senior Josh Rosenblitt delivers a pitch and strikes out another batter during the April 29 home game against Perry.

Rosenblitt Tosses No-Hitter in Big Win Over Defending Conference Champs

Dalilah Harrison, Staff Writer May 22, 2025

Senior Josh Rosenblitt pitched a no-hitter against defending conference champs Kirtland Hornets May 15, resulting in a 3-0 Bison win.  The D1 commit to Oakland University struck out nine and walked...

The artisinal woodworking club sold their wares at the Holi festival on April 27.

Design Students Launch Artisinal Woodworking Club

Ilana Thal, Staff Writer May 22, 2025

One afternoon in May of 2024, Juniors Elle Beck and Karina Krishnan were making cutting boards for their design class.  “Last year, Karina made a cutting board and I looked at it and I was like,...

Katie Spotz rowed across the Atlantic to raise money for Blue Planet Run. In 2010, Perry's Green Dream marketing class donated $2,000 to her cause.

32 Years of Inspiration

Ethan Malek and Lilah Droe May 21, 2025

Greg Perry knew early on that he wanted to be in the marketing program at Port Clinton High School. He shaped his entire high school experience around that goal, but he didn't envision a future in teaching.  While...

Junior Srishti Ithychanda pours colors for participants to toss.

Indian American Affinity Group Hosts Holi Celebration

Jude Landes, Staff Writer May 21, 2025

For one sunny afternoon on Saturday, April 27, the BHS courtyard above the stadium was transformed into a burst of colors, music and laughter as students, families and community members gathered to celebrate...

Team 695's robot 'goldfish' aligns to the scoring location with the coral game piece at the world championship in Houston.

Team 695 Competes at FIRST Robotics World Championship

Ori Balkan, Editor-at-Large May 20, 2025

After months of dedication, design, and development, the robotics team 695, which consists of approximately 80 percent BHS students, earned a coveted spot at the FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston,...

Senior Avi Saidel, who works at Giant Eagle, describes his checkout lines as flowing with ‘constantly new people.'

More Students Working Part-Time Jobs for Spending Money, Increased Independence

Maurice Kaplan, Staff Writer May 17, 2025

On a summer evening before his junior year, Senior Avi Saidel's night took an unexpected turn when he lost his phone on the RTA ride home.  The initial panic of realizing his phone was gone quickly...

The BHS Science Olympiad team displays their fourth-place trophy April 26 at OSU.

Science Olympiad Ties Last Year’s Fourth-Place State Tournament Finish

Alma Saltzman, News Editor May 17, 2025

The Science Olympiad team closed off their season on April 26 at the state tournament held at the Ohio State University, where they finished in fourth place, tying last year’s record-breaking finish.  The...

“If you think you’re cooked, I promise you there are people so much more cooked than you,” Travis said.

Finding the Right College For You

Savanna Shields, Staff Writer May 16, 2025

As juniors get ready for senior year, the college application process can feel overwhelming, but according to guidance counselor Liz Osicki, planning can make a difference. “Starting early is one...

Josh Rosenblitt is working with a scout for the Cleveland Guardians.

Students Take a Step Towards Their Futures with Senior Search

Ethan Malek, Staff Writer May 15, 2025

Every high school student hears the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Some know the answer early, but for many it takes time, learning and experience to find the right path. That’s...

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