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The Beachcomber

“I think that it’s important that we continue to teach kids how to make healthy choices,” Principal Ed Klein said.

School Nutrition Regulations Take Effect at BHS

Grant Gravagna, News Editor October 21, 2014
Food sold in schools must be a “whole grain-rich” grain product, have a fruit, vegetable, dairy product or protein food as its “first ingredient,” or be a “combination food” that contains at least ¼ cup of fruit and/or vegetable.
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‘Syro’ Announces the Return of Aphex Twin

Alexander Robison, Staff Writer October 21, 2014

Syro is the latest release from electronic musician Aphex Twin. The announcement of the album’s release, 13 years after the musician’s previous album, generated a massive buzz within the music community...

Tensions Increase Locally After Violence in Middle East

Tensions Increase Locally After Violence in Middle East

Naomi Grant, Arts & Life Editor October 19, 2014

The crisis in Israel and the Gaza Strip this summer, Operation Protective Edge, has caused an increase in anti-Israeli sentiment, and has led many to question whether criticism of Israeli policy is making...

Photo by Jada Campbell.

Bison Football Comes Back to Win Four in a Row

Aden Stern, Staff Writer October 17, 2014
“It didn’t sit too well because they were games we should have won, and it motivated us to come out and win the next couple games,” senior Jordan Williams said.
Image Source: Sayurta via Wikimedia Commons.

Responses Mixed to Increased AP Enrollment

Alex Machtay, Staff Writer October 14, 2014

The administration has made it a goal over the past two years to increase enrollment in AP classes, a move which has been largely successful, resulting in both excitement over new opportunities and dismay...

Photo by Taya Range

Beachwood Wins Big at Bison Invitational Volleyball Tournament

Jinle Zhu, Staff Writer October 8, 2014

The Bison volleyball team brought home a first place trophy from the Bison Invitational Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 27, coming out ahead of seven other teams. “The girls really wanted that trophy,...

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Girls Soccer Team Ready for Conference Games

Aden Stern, Staff Writer October 3, 2014

The record of the girls soccer team, 3-8, doesn’t do justice to the improvements made this year. It glosses over their great wins and the Sept. 27 game against the Independence Blue Devils in which...

The Freshman View of High School

The Freshman View of High School

Jinle Zhu, Staff Writer September 29, 2014

We talked to a group of BHS freshmen about their transition to ninth grade. Many feel challenged by the high school curriculum, but they are positive in their outlook. Name: Response: Photo: Sami...

Photo by Jada Campbell.

Check Out Our Photos From Last Week’s Game Against Elyria Catholic

Photos by Jada Campbell September 18, 2014

The Panthers may have won, but the Bison running game was solid, and the fans came out strong. The Bison have their second league game at Cardinal tomorrow night at 7:00.        

Photo by Alex Cala.

How Productive Was Your Summer?

Alex Cala, Staff Writer September 16, 2014

A typical Beachwood student’s summer consists of lots of late nights, sleep and hanging around with friends. Not exactly a lot of productivity. While many of us stayed in Beachwood, three sophomores...

What do you think of the dress code? Leave your thoughts below or on our Facebook/twitter accounts. Cartoon by Cameron Godfrey.

The Pros and Cons of the School Dress Code

Cameron Godfrey, Opinion Editor September 11, 2014

The student-parent handbook for the 2014-2015 school year, as published on the Beachwood City Schools website, describes the student dress code as follows: “Head coverings of any kind, with the exception...

Photo by Eric Drost via Wikimedia Commons.

Beachwood’s Browns Fans React to Gordon Suspension

Aden Stern, Staff Writer September 10, 2014

The NFL suspended Browns wide-receiver Josh Gordon in August after he failed a drug test. He was found guilty of marijuana use, which is illegal under the league’s substance abuse policy. This is...

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