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Green Team helps to ‘unwrap the waves’
Green Team helps to ‘unwrap the waves’
January 23, 2023
Fall Thriller gives students chills this autumn
Fall Thriller gives students chills this autumn
January 23, 2023
Referendum funds district-provided services for students
Referendum funds district-provided services for students
January 23, 2023
Working in his office, Daniel Stechschulte, assistant principal, fulfills his daily responsibilities. “Mr. S is confident, a quick study, and enjoys being with the students,” Clark said. Photo by Bella Leon.
New Assistant Principal Joins Bak Staff
September 14, 2022
Firefighter Gabriel Springer looks up at the sentimental piece of the building. Station 63, in Palm Beach Gardens, has a public memorial for people to mourn the lives that were lost on 9/11. “It always makes us aware when we get calls. We always wonder what could happen today,” Springer said. Photo by Kya Small-Brush
2001 Attack Has Lasting Impact
September 12, 2022
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
6th grade students Summerill and Nicolaas eating lunch with a few of their friends. “I was really happy that I got in,” Nicolaas said. Photo by Bella Leon
Sixth graders adjust to middle school
October 10, 2022
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
Swiftly playing the violin, Anthony Tan eighth grade strings major, focuses on what soothing note to next play. “When I am on stage, I am calm because I am taught to manage my emotions so they do not interfere with my playing,” Tan said. Photo by Marton Papp
Performances showcase strings and piano students
January 23, 2023
The school science fair night displayed 27 projects created by students hoping to participate in the county fair. Participants exhibited their science experiments to teachers who judged their presentation. “I tried to get my students excited about the eventual goal that, hopefully, they would be able to attend ISEF,” Steinmetz said. Photo by Cassie Glomann
Science fair participants brew up unique experiments
January 23, 2023
Eric Fredrickson preps his students, Sofia Carbone, Meya Cooper and Hannah Ledger for their upcoming performance. Using hands-on techniques that keep the students engaged and involved. “I am also really putting into practice the things they might have learned in the previous class with objectives and tactics,” Eric Fredrickson, Theater teacher said. Photo by Shrenik Keshava
Fredrickson prepares for ‘Drop Dead’
January 23, 2023
Student athletes face pressure in school and sports
January 23, 2023
Editorial: Therapy dogs bring benefits to students
January 23, 2023
Graphic by Jaya Ramanujan
Opinion: Grudges affect students mental health
January 23, 2023
Opinion: Bak students need access to lockers
October 17, 2022
FAST testing provides hopes for future years
October 10, 2022
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
A large passageway surrounds the great and aged temple of Sri Amman Kovil, in India. “It was my grandpa and his brothers who built the temple a long time ago. One of the cool parts of the structure is the staircase at its side, which is used to go up on the top for rituals and religious ceremonies,” Yuvan Shandalingam said. Courtesy of Yuvan Shandalingam
Students reflect on their summer adventures
October 10, 2022
Playing the piano, Carrie Leahy, vocal teacher, sings to the tune of the song, “Do Re Mi.” “I like that people can use singing to express themselves, and it can inspire both the singers and the audience,” Leahy said. Photo by Trinity David
New faculty and staff join the Bak team
October 10, 2022
USDA approves genetically modified purple tomatoes
USDA approves genetically modified purple tomatoes
January 23, 2023
All eyes are on a prototype of the new iPhone during Macworld in San Francisco, California, Tuesday, January 9, 2007. (Gary Reyes/San Jose Mercury News/MCT)
First edition iPhone sold for over $39,000
January 23, 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
January 23, 2023
Students join the BeReal phenomenon
Students join the BeReal phenomenon
January 23, 2023
The new panic buttons provide many parents with the reassurance that their children are safe. “It’s really comforting to know that the teachers have an effective and reliable way to contact the right people during a certain situation,” Bharat Purohit, Bak parent said. Photo by Yashvi Rajpurohit
New panic button system in Palm Beach County Schools is designed to promote school safety
October 10, 2022
Cartoon Network merges with Warner Bros
Cartoon Network merges with Warner Bros
January 23, 2023
Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” Album Review
Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” Album Review
January 23, 2023
Danai Gurira, left, as Okoye and Letitia Wright as Shuri in Marvel Studios Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. (Eli Ade/Marvel/TNS)
Review: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ is a must-see
January 23, 2023
Home Alone and The Grinch are among the most popular winter movies watched in the U.S. Graphic by Maja Milovanovic & Kya Small-Brush
Review: Festive movies to kick off winter
January 3, 2023
Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark and Dark Chocolate Squares from Publix, vegan gingerbread loaf from Trader Joes, and cinnamon fall themed donuts from Dunkin Donuts. Photo by Malina Asnani and graphic by Monica Chirolde
Review: The best foods of the season
January 3, 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
Looking at his discoveries, Samanyu Kodiganti, eighth grade band major helps his community. “It was fun because we were all running around, excited to clean up the beach,” Kodiganti said. Photo by Kya Small-Brush
NJHS helps community through volunteering
January 23, 2023
Hitting the ball, Isabella Rigaud, eighth grade middle front, wins the point. “Even at school, I work on the mistakes I make and go home and work on them. It improves my playing,” Riguad said. Photo by Gabby Cohen
Girls volleyball team enters new season
January 23, 2023
Bringing out their inner thespian, students Leyla Yazar, Amelia Gallogly, and Violet Claggett perform their vocabulary skit. “Overall, I believed I played my character very well. Although the thought of laughing and ruining the performances was always in the back of my mind, everything came together the moment I hit that stage,” Yazar said. Photo by Landon D’Alessandro
‘Skits’ help students enhance vocabulary
January 23, 2023
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Chambara, or swordplay, is one of the returning games in “Nintendo Switch Sports.” (Nintendo of America/TNS)

Nintendo releases new sports game

Kya Small-Brush, Photo Editor
May 4, 2022
The track and field team members run around the track to prepare for upcoming competitions. “The constant running is a big challenge because it can become difficult to keep running after a while,” Carl J. Gibbons II, eighth grade shot put event said.

Track, field team sprints into new season

Liliana Kirby, Arts and Academics Editor
May 4, 2022
Spiking the ball, Gavin Chandler jumps to win the point. “We are a new team, and since most of our players are inexperienced, we are forming a bond that many teams have had for the past few years. It encourages us to work harder during practice,” Chandler said.

Boys’ volleyball begins season with win

Gabby Cohen, Sports & Clubs Editor
May 4, 2022
Forward Anthony Duclair (#10) chases after defenseman Victor Hedman (#77) of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Panthers faced the Lightning for a final time on April 24, 2022, and lost 8-4. Photo by Izzy Huntley

Florida Panthers roar into first playoff spot, clinch top seed in the East

Izzy Huntley, News Editor
April 28, 2022
Creating a tennis club offers more athletic opportunities for students and puts the schools’ tennis courts to use.

Introducing tennis club brings benefits

Kya Small-Brush, Photo Editor
April 1, 2022

Boys basketball team pushes through season

Ashwin Kishor, Technology Editor and Photo Editor
March 25, 2022
Participating in a drill, Samantha Ellis (8), Mackenzie Charles (7), and Raina Caballero (7), face off against players. “Each players skills help us improve,” Charles said.

Girls’ basketball players have high hopes for games

Gabby Cohen, Sports and Clubs Editor
March 2, 2022
Practicing free-throws, Mason Hart (7), Andrew Hopta (8), Yurem Munez-Martinez (8), and Jayden Bai (6), work on their weaknesses. “I want the team to improve after each game,” Coach Battle said.

Boys’ basketball team bounces into upcoming season

Gabby Cohen, Sports and Clubs Editor
March 2, 2022
Defending her goal, seventh grade midfielder Genevieve Cox pressures the player on the other team. “I think the season will be good. We do scrimmages in practices, and we will practice things we need to improve on to be prepared for games,” Cox said.

Girls’ soccer team begins competitive games again

Nicole Vasallo, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2022
Playing against Jupiter Middle School on Nov. 17, Ryan Connelly, number 11, returns ball defensively. “I believe we could [have] communicated more,” Connelly, middle blocker, said. “We can overcome [nervousness with] positive reinforcements.” They lost against Jupiter 24-26 and 22-25 but won in two sets 25-4 and 15-4 against Watkins Middle School on Dec. 2.

Girls volleyball team struggles, succeeds in season

Nicole Vasallo, Editor-in-Chief
December 21, 2021
Protecting the paint, Czhen Beneby blocks an Independence Middle opponent. The girls went on to lose the game in overtime, 30-34.

Girls’ basketball team hopes to repeat last year’s season

Jacob Schlessel, Copy Editor
February 22, 2016
Looking to start a fast break, eighth graders Jaylen Sanders and Maximus Wagner leap for the rebound in the Stars’ game against Independence Middle on Feb. 11, 2016. The Stars went on to lose 49-36 in their first home game.

Boys basketball team struggles to begin season; 0-2 through two games

Luke Stone, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 22, 2016
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