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The student news site of Beachwood High School.

The Beachcomber

The student news site of Beachwood High School.

The Beachcomber

Keeping Us Healthy

Ilana Thal, Staff Writer October 11, 2024

This  year the BHS staff is nearly unrecognizable, with new teachers in most departments. One of these  staff members who is new to the high school is Jennifer Zontini, who started working in August...

The dance committee selected ‘Red Carpet’ for this year’s theme and decorated the space to establish a glittery, glamorous feel for the evening.

Looking Back at This Year’s Homecoming

Anna Tonyushkin, Features Editor October 10, 2024

This year’s homecoming dance was held on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 8 to 10:30 p.m.  The planning process, as usual, started early.  Student Activities Coordinator Craig Alexander oversees homecoming...

Michael Karas and Rachel Kantarovich rehearse in the community room on Oct. 8.

Drama Club Presents Hunchback of Notre Dame

Noah Lonzer, Staff Writer October 9, 2024

The BHS theater program will be performing the Hunchback of Notre Dame on Nov. 15 to 17. The play stars Eli Ward as Quasimodo, Rachel Kantarovich as Esmerelda, Michael Karas as Captain Phoebus and DeShaun...

The new elementary buildings at Hilltop (pictured) and at Bryden are scheduled for completion in Dec. 2025.

Elementary Construction Under Way

Gavin Osborne, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

The construction of the new Bryden and Hilltop elementary school buildings began this past summer. Asst. Superintendent Dr. Ken Veon, who oversees the project, is optimistic. “We believe that this...

“The school has a big community of Slavic kids, and it would be a great idea to introduce a culture club for people to learn more about their cultures," junior Anna Tonyushkin said.

Students Share Eastern European Roots in Slavic Culture Club

Maurice Kaplan, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

The Slavic culture club held its first meeting on Monday, Sept. 16. Students introduced themselves and explained their interest in the club.  Club leaders explained their goals for the club, including...

While many participants in the riot have been held accountable for their actions, the primary instigator, former President Donald Trump, seems to have largely evaded responsibility, and has a chance to be elected president once again.

Supreme Court Reduces Accountability for Insurrectionists

So Eun Kang, News Editor October 4, 2024

Supporters of former President Donald Trump attacked the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 6, 2021, causing heavy damage and multiple injuries. According to ABC News, the Justice Department...

“Your children are bearing the burden of this temporary fix,” the administrators wrote in their email.

Chinese Students Bear Unfair Burden with Zero Period

Tony Zheng, Guest Contributor October 4, 2024

My classmates and I were shocked and confused when we saw in our draft schedules that honors Chinese 4 and AP Chinese classes were merging into a combined “zero period” class for the 2024-2025 school...

Keilin Breaks Career Records for Goals and Assists

Allie Rindsberg, Sports Editor October 2, 2024

  Senior soccer team co-captain Grant Keilin, broke two all-time records on Tuesday, Sept. 24, during the game against Independence.  The record for goals scored in a high school career was...

The playground is viewed as a community hub where both children and parents connect.

New Playground Offers Space for Connection and Fun

Hannah Smith, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

Children dart between swings and slides, play football in the grass and explore the vast sandbox. Parents chat in the shade and play with their kids.  Even at sunset on a September evening, the energy...

Cell phones and smartwatches must be placed in classroom pouches at the start of classes and may not be used in hallways, offices, or restrooms during instructional time.

BHS Implements Statewide Cell Phone Ban

Shreya Chellu, Editor-in-Chief October 1, 2024

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 250 on May 15, requiring school districts to draft and implement policies to reduce cell phone use during the school day.  The law aims to minimize distractions...

“The community here is so great,” Fryberger said. “I love how tight-knit this school is and that I get to know so many of my students.”

Judo and Geometry

Sasha Wachsman, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Beachwood’s newest math teacher, Alex Fryberger,  has taught for the last three years  in Elyria City Schools.  Fryberger, who goes by Fry or Fryberger, is happy to be teaching at Beachwood. “The...

Players hope to see a brighter future for DTI, with not just inclusivity but acceptance of others' differences.

Dress to Impress: A Good Thing Gone Wrong

Angelica Tall and Kendall Finley September 30, 2024

Dress to Impress (DTI), the Roblox game inspired by Top Model, has taken the world by storm. The game allows users to express their creativity by making their own outfits based on a chosen theme generated...

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