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The Beachcomber

The student news site of Beachwood High School.

The Beachcomber

Ryan Harris Pins an Opponent at the District Tournament at Garfield Heights.

Gross, Harris and Walden Advancing to State Tourney

Beachwood’s wrestling team tied for 2nd place at the Division III District Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 22 in Garfield Heights. Seniors Sam Gross and Ryan Harris each won their third district title,...

Fans cheer for Bison football; fall 2013. Photo by Marc Silver.

Two Types of School Spirit

Beachcomber Staff February 23, 2014

As student council elections and spirit week approach, students brace themselves for a torrent of appeals aimed at increasing school spirit. Pleas from sports captains to attend their games are often met...

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What Does it Take to Get to the State Swim Meet?

Aaron Lowenkamp, Sports Editor February 23, 2014

If at all possible, I urge you, dear reader, to imagine this: You wake up before 6:00 a.m. You grab your laptop, books and swimming gear and get in your car. It’s cold outside. You drive to school and...

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How Much Homework is Too Much?

Emily Topilow, Features Editor February 22, 2014

After a long day at school, freshman Arielle Tindel goes home and walks her dogs. After that she grabs a snack. “Then I either start my homework or practice piano, depending on how much homework I...

“There are so many positive things that are happening here,” Klein said. “Our kids are engaged. Our teachers are teaching at the highest levels. We have programs that rival and exceed anywhere else. Photo by Kate Opre.

School Board Renews Principal Klein’s Contract Through July 2017

Grant Gravagna, News Editor February 22, 2014

At their Jan. 27 meeting, the Beachwood Board of Education voted unanimously, upon the recommendation of Superintendent Dr. Richard Markwardt, to approve the renewal of Principal Edward Klein’s contract. The...

Students perform in Teachers Lounge skit in White & Gold 2013. Photo from Beachcomber archive.

Directors Prepare for White & Gold 2014

Jenny Shand, Staff Writer February 21, 2014

Seniors Eliana Mitchell, Max Bleich and Jess Angel are this year’s directors of White and Gold, the annual variety show and one of our most popular school traditions. “I’ve been in White & Gold...

Backstage Politics pictured at the 2014 Rock-Off. From left: Jackson and Chandler Bogolmony, Sam Porter, Tessa Murthy and Liz Bullock. Photo courtesy of Pam Bogolmony.

Beachwood Students Win First Place in Tri-C High School Rock Off

John Li, Staff Writer February 21, 2014

Sophomore Jackson Bogomolny and his brother, BMS eighth-grader Chandler Bogomolny placed first at the 18th Tri-C High School Rock Off with their band Backstage Politics on Feb. 1. According to the Rock...

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Beachcomber Survey Reveals Stress of College Admissions Process

Cathy Perloff, Editor-in-Chief (print) February 21, 2014

In a month, seniors will finally hear back from all the universities they applied to. “The thought of just getting into college is very daunting,” said senior Josh Carno-Harf, who has gotten into...

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Smartwatches & Wearables: The Future of Computing

Max Bleich, Arts & Life editor February 21, 2014

A little watch history: In 1983, Casio developed the G-Shock in an attempt to ruggedize the wristwatch for rougher environments. Today, G-Shocks run anywhere from $60-$1700, and have a variety of high-tech...

Photo by Naomi Grant.

Students Report Traffic Problems in Parking Lot

Emily Dann, Staff Writer February 19, 2014

Before and after school, as parents rush to drop off or pick up their children and inexperienced drivers veer across parking lanes, the BHS parking lot can get chaotic. In the morning, traffic flow in...

Photo by Grant Gravagna.

Exterior Improvements Complement Renovated High School Building

Grant Gravagna, News Editor February 18, 2014

While students are enjoying a renovated cafeteria, a new library and new athletic facilities, improvements are still being made, particularly to the school’s exterior. Such updates include larger, more...

The Auditorium:
Photo by Swathi Srinivasin

Construction Is Not Over For BHS

Dalia Zullig, Online Editor-in-chief February 18, 2014

Although the high school was rededicated on Sept. 27th, some parts of the building are not finished yet. While there is a consensus that the renovated building is a huge improvement over the old structure,...

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