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Safety signs that are outside of the main doors of the school building.
Washington State’s Legislative Session began Jan. 13: here are key bills that could affect students
Students getting their hearts checked from the local firemen.
School hosts record-breaking heart screening event
Blueprint layout of the Pacific Science Center where the Winter Ball was held.
Associated Student Body plans Winter Ball at Pacific Science Center
Health Occupations Students of America: “The DECA of Healthcare”
Health Occupations Students of America: “The DECA of Healthcare”
Howsmon shared that there is still a role that every student can play in slowing down the detrimental effects of climate change. The Earth Service Corps Club meets weekly to learn about the Seattle environment and participate in eco-friendly activities.
Managing climate change: learning the effects, applying solutions
One of the greatest accomplishments of “Mufasa” is that it brings back interest towards the magnificent universe of the pridelands
‘Long live the king’ in this live-action prequel
Smoked 'cado on everything bagel from Toasted
The hunt for a perfect bagel
As a woman previously cast aside as nothing more than a sex symbol, Anderson’s nuanced history gives needed context to Shelly and the audience’s interest in Shelly
‘The Last Showgirl’ dazzles spectacularly
"A Proposed Haunting" Performed at the "One Acts"
One-Acts bring six short stories school theater
A show that will go down as one of Netflix’s best
‘Arcane’ season two was flawed – and I loved it
While dopamine release isn’t the only factor to instigate an addiction, it plays a large role in the habits formed around activities that quickly reward the brain: scrolling on one's phone or partaking in substances like drugs and alcohol.
Reels, rewards and resolutions
Milana Vasilieva (left) and Nika Zinchenko (right), founders of the Slavic Club, pose in front of the Ukrainian flag displayed in Ms. Russell’s classroom which is where they hold their Slavic Club meetings every Wednesday during lunch.
From the war in Ukraine to finding refuge
AI in College Admissions
AI in College Admissions
Robyn Maddess taught at BHS for 14 years, impacting countless individuals in the BHS community and beyond. In honor of her contributions to the school, the Life Skills Lab has been renamed to Ms. Robyn’s Life Skills Lab, and a celebration of her life was held at the Elks Club for friends and family (pictured above).
An unforgettable impact: more than just a teacher
Photo of the image that appears on school-issued devices that reads “this page is blocked.” (Seattle Public Schools)
District restricts online curricula
“I have never done a sport that was so demanding and yet so fun and exhilarating,” Price said. “I look [forward] to it every day and am so happy that I became so good at it." (Courtesy of Lucy Richins)
The mat is unforgiving: the highs and lows of wrestling
“We’ve been undefeated for four years in our Metro League [Championships] so we’ve won every meet and we’ve had strong teammates who’ve made it to state finals and big competitions like that.” (Kelly Pecoraro)
Undefeated gymnastics team deserves recognition
Being captain means a lot to Larson, having played basketball for his entire life. When asked about who their biggest competitor was going to be this season, Larson was very confident. “[We have] No competitors,” Larson said.
New basketball captains lead the way
Senior Miles Price has also been doing wrestling since he was a freshman. He first started wrestling because he wanted to go to the NFL during his freshman year. (Courtesy of Lucy Richins)
Dominators of the mat
Brick Hammond-O’Darrah is a junior who does roller derby. Roller derby is where players skate laps around an oval shaped track while trying to escort a “jammer” player past all the opposing blockers. (Courtesy of Brick Hammond-O'Darrah)
We’ll all roll on, alright
Even though running has its cons, it has way more pros. I enjoy the good and the bad, even if that means getting soaked in the rain. I get to enjoy scenery, hang out with friends, and a sense of achievement.
The ups and downs of running: why I keep lacing up
Lively made a civil rights complaint and eventually filed a lawsuit against Baldoni, Wayfarer and its CEO Jamey Heath for sexual harassment and the intentional and strategic destruction of her reputation.
Blake Lively versus Justin Baldoni: the fight over public sympathy
It is morally reprehensible for people to use fire and ash to fuel their own religious agendas: a tragedy does not justify propaganda, and propaganda does not justify tragedy.
Religion has clouded a smoke-filled sky, yet again
Streaming, social media and AI are killing albums
It’s impossible to unify these groups of people under one cultural banner so why is it so easy to do the same for Africans?
Shifting perspectives

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Teaching in an AI dominated world

Teaching in an AI dominated world

Abigail Bekele, Features Editor
February 14, 2025
The club is presided over by Ballard seniors Brynn Cziesla, Penelope Neireiter and Lucy Jacqmotte. The club goes on weekly hikes on Sundays.

Exploring with BOAT: Voices from the Ballard Outdoor Adventure Team

Noah, Tormos
December 20, 2024
Milana Vasilieva (left) and Nika Zinchenko (right), founders of the Slavic Club, pose in front of the Ukrainian flag displayed in Ms. Russell’s classroom which is where they hold their Slavic Club meetings every Wednesday during lunch.

From the war in Ukraine to finding refuge

Sabi Yoon, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2024
"In this home" signs have a nice message, but their actual weight is left undecided. Who actually changes their opinion based on these signs?

Stop pretending Seattle is a progressive oasis

Logan Lemonidis, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2024
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November 8, 2024
“Like All Before You”, is defined by its cover, the title shoved unapologetically into the corner to make way for the surreal landscape of a pale eye crying silver tears.

Electronic Utopia

Sam Grannis, Staff Reporter
November 1, 2024
Almost every conversation in the film is about sex or tennis, and these conversations feel like rallies of the senses. While this could make the move passably brilliant, it really only makes it entertaining. "Challengers" is a joyous trainwreck of the senses, each one of them thrown around against the audiences will.

Broken hearts and broken rackets

Xander Howarth, Opinions editor
June 10, 2024
'Barbie' not being nominated for best director and best actress overshadowed the nominations and wins of other films, like 'Poor Things' and 'Killers of the Flower Moon.'

Enough about ‘Barbie’

Zoe Feeley-Wheeler, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2024
At the start of this school year, Special Education teacher Susan Ford and Instructional Assistant Lyall Wallerstedt took on the task of showcasing their students personalities through silhouette collages each adorned with a story and a name.

A world of visibility

Madeleine Clark, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2024
Printing error correction

Printing error correction

February 1, 2024
Wikipedia

‘No Blues’ remaster for its 10th anniversary

Max Bykowski, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2023
Britta Bowman standing in front of library display

New Library Assistant

Phoenix Edson, Staff Reporter
November 8, 2023
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