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Shawn Miller was supportive and took the time to make engaging projects. “We both attended the FAME awards ceremony in Orlando together in 2016 - his boys were being honored for their work and one of our students, Tori, was also being honored; I loved that he did a video book trailer assignment,” said Shannon Owens, a communications teacher. Photo by Guest
Bak community reflects on ‘excellent teacher’
May 15, 2023
The pop-up memorial for slain Spectrum News 13 journalist Dylan Lyons at the University of Central Florida Nicholson School of Communications in Orlando, Florida, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Lyons, a graduate of UCF, was shot and killed while covering a homicide in Orlando. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel/TNS)
Former Bak students leaves inspiring legacy
May 15, 2023
While on her computer, Rossana De La Roche, the principal’s secretary, responds to emails and reminds herself of what she needs to accomplish for the day. “Some days are smooth and some are hard, but I always put all my effort into everything I do,” De La Roche said.
Retiring administrative assistant reflects on her career
May 15, 2023
Answering her student’s questions, Shakendra Moorer, communications teacher, instructs her students on different camera shots. Moorer said, “I come up with a plan and base my lesson plans around this plan.” Photo by Mabruk Alam
African Americans in history make lasting impact on schools
April 11, 2023
Green Team helps to ‘unwrap the waves’
Green Team helps to ‘unwrap the waves’
January 23, 2023
Students wait as the 7:20 AM train arrives in Delray Beach. “ I like Tri-Rail because it provides a convenient transportation system for students that can’t get to school any other way,” Sherman said. Photo by Marton Papp
A look into how Tri-Rail serves students
May 15, 2023
Writing down musical terms, Daniel Goldberg, eighth grade band major, prepares for his high school audition. “I want to try to focus on academics and my instrument in my high school,” Goldberg said. Photo by Mabruk Alam
Eighth graders take steps to prepare for high school
January 23, 2023
A total of 100 students were surveyed. Graphic by Monica Chirolde
Winter plans leave students excited for the break
January 3, 2023
Loading Google Meet, Isabella Monte, seventh grade dance major starts a conference. “Sometimes the Google Meet could get blurry,” Monte said. “Or, you could get kicked out of the meet.” Photo by Shrenik Keshava
Students reflect on virtual auditions
October 10, 2022
Utilizing her study hall class, Lyra Radashkevich, eighth grade communications major, works hard to finish a history worksheet. “I plan to achieve my goals by having good time management, so I am able to finish all my work and still have time to do other fun activities. I even set alarms on my phone, so that way I could stick to a schedule,” Radashkevich said. Photo by Cassie Glomann
Students create goals to thrive this year
October 10, 2022
Students travel to Orlando for communications convention
May 15, 2023
2D animation instructor Ashley Monastra helps a student with their project. “Were getting to see that sequence of images and what kind of personality theyre putting into their animation,” Monastra said. Photo by Jaya Ramanujan
Visual Arts Department introduces 2D Animation Class
May 15, 2023
Bak’s production of footloose incorporates popular songs for everyone to sing along to and follows the heartwarming story of a young boy searching for his father. “My favorite part is how all of the cast must come together to put on an amazing show and seeing that happen through the process. Every person in this show is important to create a show with high stakes that captures the audience’s attention.” Said musical theater teacher, Ms. Caperna. Photo taken by Malina Asnani.
Theater show, ‘Footloose,’ takes the stage
May 15, 2023
Science fair participants brew up unique experiments
Science fair participants brew up unique experiments
January 23, 2023
Performing their Mesopotamia song, Teddi Life, Olivia Pyfrom, Natalia Celestia, and Rheannie Cintron, act out the Euphrates River in their song. “This is the perfect way to get information into my head. It is such a catchy song, it will definitely help on my test,” Life said. Photo by Bella Leon
History song helps students grasp material
January 23, 2023
Opinion: parental stress: how can this issue be prevented?
May 15, 2023
Negative stigma on periods creates worldwide problems
May 15, 2023
Graphic by Marton Papp
Opinion: Valentine’s Day is a money waster after all
April 11, 2023
Opinion: mental health days are a necessity for students today
March 1, 2023
Student athletes face pressure in school and sports
January 23, 2023
April Fools’ Day is often represented as a day of funniness and tricks. Usually, people pull pranks on their friends and family members in return for a worthy reaction. Graphic by Cassie Glomann
April Fools’ Day allows students to participate in pranking
May 15, 2023
Communications teacher competes in dancing with the stars
Communications teacher competes in dancing with the stars
March 1, 2023
Drag racers continue to persevere despite the dangers of the track. Miya Mckenzie, eighth grade communications major, said,“I love going fast down the track and it also gives me another outlet to express myself.” Photo by Miya Mckenzie
Drag racer pursues passion despite risks
January 23, 2023
Arlene Gustave and Jennifer White pass out cookies for the Holiday Teachers Luncheon. “The best way to summarize how to lead is by example, so that others see how you how what youre doing that youre enthusiastic that you show up, that youre not only giving orders, but the youre helping the team, youre guiding them to a desired outcome,” Gustave said Photo Courtesy of Arlene Gustave
New PTO president brings unique system of leadership
January 23, 2023
Graphic by Liliana Kirby
Teachers and staff dogs provide joy and love
January 23, 2023
The temporary “Mammoths: Ice Age Giants” exhibition at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science displays a 10-foot-tall mammoth skeleton, as well as other interesting things regarding the creature. The woolly mammoths roamed Earth during the Ice Age until they became extinct due to climate change. Photo by Cassie Glomann
Bioscience company attempts to bring back woolly mammoth
May 15, 2023
Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks during an event to launch the new Tesla Model X Crossover SUV on Sept. 29, 2015, in Fremont, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/TNS)
Tesla sued over self-driving claims
May 15, 2023
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood is an invitingly colorful theme park land. (Dania Maxwell/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
Super Nintendo World arrives in Los Angeles
May 15, 2023
Day in a life of a Technology Coordinator
Day in a life of a Technology Coordinator
March 1, 2023
USDA approves genetically modified purple tomatoes
USDA approves genetically modified purple tomatoes
January 23, 2023
Gina Carano, Pedro Pascal and Carl Weathers star in Season 2 of “The Mandalorian.” (Disney+/ TNS)
New season of ‘The Mandalorian’ is not one to be missed
May 15, 2023
From left, Ke Huy Quan, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser and Jamie Lee Curtis backstage during at the 95th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 12, 2023, in Hollywood. (Dania Maxwell/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ dominates Oscars
May 15, 2023
Photo credit: Daniel Sannwald/RCA Records
SZA impacts music industry with new album
May 15, 2023
In 1922, English writer W.L. George wrote an article about his predictions for 2022. “There is a good old rule which bids us never prophesy unless we know, but, all the same, when one cannot prophesy one may guess, especially if one is sure of being out of the way when the reckoning comes,” George said. “Therefore it is without anxiety, that I suggest a picture of this world a hundred years hence, and venture as my first guess that the world at that time would be remarkable.” Photo from the Library of Congress
Students share their predictions for future of school
March 1, 2023
Cartoon Network merges with Warner Bros
Cartoon Network merges with Warner Bros
January 23, 2023
Preparing for the boys basketball’s final match, Matthew Ryabinky, seventh grade communications major, gets ready to take a shot. Photo by Gabby Cohen
Boys basketball dribbles into end of the season
May 15, 2023
Seventh grade band major Axel Brown bounds across the court as her teammates cheer her on. “I really love how fast paced the games are,” Brown said, “It keeps everyone attentive and on their toes.” Photo by Gabby Cohen
Girls basketball team ends season with a slam-dunk
May 15, 2023
Defending the opposing team’s throw-in, Gabby Cohen, eighth grade center forward, marks their captain. “I feel like defending is a very valuable part of our team. We work together to defend the person who has the ball, and it’s successful to win the ball over and start an attack,” Cohen said. Photo by Mabruk Alam
Girls soccer season comes to a close
May 15, 2023
New hope for boys soccer team
New hope for boys soccer team
January 31, 2023
Stitch club is something many students can enjoy together. “By decreasing the stress you are increasing a lot of laughter,” Co-sponsor Bonnie McCarthy said. “It’s just a good way to get together and enjoy a common interest.” Photo courtesy of Tamara Bejarano
Bak introduces new clubs
January 23, 2023
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While on her computer, Rossana De La Roche, the principal’s secretary, responds to emails and reminds herself of what she needs to accomplish for the day. “Some days are smooth and some are hard, but I always put all my effort into everything I do,” De La Roche said.

Retiring administrative assistant reflects on her career

Cole Hoffman, Arts & Academics Editor
May 15, 2023
Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks during an event to launch the new Tesla Model X Crossover SUV on Sept. 29, 2015, in Fremont, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/TNS)

Tesla sued over self-driving claims

Cole Hoffman, Arts and Academics Editor
May 15, 2023
Photo 1 Caption: Brainpop is an educational website geared toward children that hosts well over 1,000 short animated videos paired with quizzes and other resources. Some subjects that Brainpop covers include science, math, social studies, arts, music, and technology. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Lego’s acquisition could change BrainPOP’s use in classroom

Cole Hoffman, Arts/Academics Editor
January 23, 2023
At tryouts, Madelyn Horner warms up by throwing a ball to her partner. “Warming up, stretching, and throwing to each other at the beginning of practice is necessary so you are ready to work and play hard for the entirety of it,” Shah said. Photo by Cole Hoffman

Softball returns to Bak for the first time since the pandemic

Cole Hoffman, Arts/Academics Editor
October 10, 2022
Sylvia Douglas, Eric Bolanos, and Jaya Ramanujan are new members of the Original Oratory event, which is where you write a 7-10 minute speech about a topic that is important to you. Bolanos, eighth grade vocal major, listens attentively to his event captain as she explains how the event works. “I chose to do OO because personally, I love giving speeches,” Bolanos said. Photo by Cole Hoffman

Banging the gavel once again: Students return to in-person Speech and Debate tournaments

Cole Hoffman, Arts/Academics Editor
October 10, 2022
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