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The student news site of Bellaire High School

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The student news site of Bellaire High School

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Houston Regional Director of Admissions Joe Francisco shares more information about the SMU campus. Scholarship information, campus life information and brochures were laid out on the table for students to take.
Mustangs on campus
Zara Bukhari, News Editor • Sep 15, 2025

Southern Methodist University representative and Houston Regional Director of Admissions Joe Francisco...

Lisa Falkenberg of the Houston Chronicle gives a closing lecture at the TAJE Workshop in Rice University’s Grand Hall on Sept. 6. Falkenberg has won three Pulitzer Prizes and sparked her journalism interest in a Texas classroom.
Guided by experts
Sep 12, 2025
Italian teacher Maria Borsa explains how to stay connected with her on ParentSquare, email and parent-teacher conferences. Borsa has taught at Bellaire for 15 years.
Connecting families together
Sep 11, 2025
Sophomore Sierra Pichot practices before the Teachers vs. Students water polo game. The game took place on Aug. 27.
Teachers, students make a splash
Sep 11, 2025
Features
Sophomore Sofiya Khaderi looks out at the view of Mount Fuji and Chureito Pagoda. She captured the view on a clear day when the peak was only partly covered by clouds.
HUMANS OF BELLAIRE – Sofiya Khaderi
Ayana Khan, Entertainment Editor • Sep 15, 2025

“It was the most amazing experience ever. When my family and I first arrived in Japan, everything...

Stephens and his opponent in the Senior VGC final round hold up their trophies at the award ceremony. According to Stephens, being on the final stage was “surreal.”
Pokémon prodigy
Sep 15, 2025
Lopez and Balderas celebrate after Lopez proposed. Lopez popped the question at Memorial Park, with the help of Solis.
From nicknames to new beginnings
Sep 11, 2025
Sophomore Aldric Tanzil performs in the group sword form. “This was the climax of the performance and one of the hardest sections,” Tanzil said.
Striking into success
Sep 5, 2025
Opinions
ParentSquare acquired Remind in November 2023. The acquisition was intended to create an efficient system that could mass-release information to students and parents.
Left on read: HISD’s communication app ignores students
Davis Adams, Catherine Xue, Ethan Reichek, Keith Luo, and Mason Zhang • Sep 10, 2025

On June 3, Houston Independent School District announced that, among other “updates,” they would...

"Sesame Street" has run for over 50 years, being viewed by children everywhere regardless of who they were or how much their family made. The show's new partnership with Netflix risks millions losing access to one of television's most educational and important children shows.
This episode of ‘Sesame Street’ is brought to you by the letter ‘$’
Jun 4, 2025
Engaging in the arts is one of the most beneficial things a student can do. If passed, SB549 and HB172 can help build even greater scholastic arts programs.
No more cuts
May 28, 2025
The Texans could go any number of directions in their selections for the 2025 NFL draft. Their biggest needs include an offensive lineman and a wide receiver, but who they will pick is anything but certain.
Drafting a plan for success
Apr 22, 2025
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Charleston's King Street comes alive with the sun. As visitors set out on their shopping excursions for the day, they wander from store to store, actively seeking out their next statement piece to pair with an every day basic.
A shopaholic’s guide to America: Charleston, S.C.
Ava Novak, Reporter • Sep 13, 2025
The sweet smell of Unicorn Tracks sits perfectly in its Midnight Vanilla cone at Flower & Cream. My go-to flavor alternates between mint chocolate chip and cotton candy, but when I saw the concoction of cotton candy and lucky charms, I was sold.
Sweet-tooth central
Sep 11, 2025
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” starts with the Fantastic Four standing proudly as they are revealed to an audience. Despite having a rotten tomatoes rating of 87%, the film barely broke even, grossing $500 million.
Top 5 summer movies of 2025
Sep 10, 2025
KATSEYE member Daniela is dressed as a bride in their music video for “Gabriela.” She was a main focus of this song as it was based on her Latin heritage.
KATSEYE’s rise to power: science or society?
Aug 29, 2025
Sports
Environmental science teacher Jameal McTear attempts a layup minutes following half time. McTear is one of the few teachers and coaches to volunteer in the basketball event.
[PHOTO ESSAY] BSA Teachers vs. Students basketball
Maddux Horn and Eva Muscal • May 28, 2025
The varsity seniors come together for a victory photo. This tournament was the last of their high school career.
Varsity tennis team conquers the court at districts
May 27, 2025
Junior Luke Randall from Energy Institute High School grabs the Frisbee before a player from Thomas High School can get it. Randall acted as a referee in the game as well as a player.
Missing the mark
May 23, 2025
Junior catcher and third baseman Lauren Magid looks to field the ball. Magid has verbally committed to play softball at Emory University.
Cardinals eliminate Cypress Creek after extra-inning win in Game 3
May 3, 2025
Trending Stories
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10 questions with District 5 trustee candidates

10 questions with District 5 trustee candidates • 405 Views

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In the original book, the story of Coraline was set in England. In European folklore, it was believed that buttons were capable of warding off evil spirits or witches. While it was regarded as a form of protection, buttons in the film are ironically not serving that same purpose.

Why Coraline is worth your time • 379 Views

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Tobias (Andrew Garfield) and Almut (Florence Pugh) embrace each other on the iconic carousel ride shown in the movie.

Spoiler alert: ‘We Live In Time’ is just plain sad • 353 Views

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Lopez and Balderas celebrate after Lopez proposed. Lopez popped the question at Memorial Park, with the help of Solis.

From nicknames to new beginnings • 232 Views

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Senior Georgia Dunlap announces her commitment to Clemson on Aug. 7. Dunlap will join the team in the fall of 2026.

Clemson University lands a perfect match • 206 Views

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When Women Were Dragons was released on May 3, 2022. Kirkus reviews named it one of the best science fiction and fantasy books of 2022.

Book review: 'When Women Were Dragons' • 205 Views

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Sophomore Aldric Tanzil performs in the group sword form. “This was the climax of the performance and one of the hardest sections,” Tanzil said.

Striking into success • 185 Views

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The iced Vanilla Chai Latte was even better than the hot version. Packed with sugar, spice and everything nice, I will definitely go back to buy this drink again.

[SEASONAL SIPS] Tim Hortons’s brand new fall brews • 171 Views

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Juniors Shivali Sinha and Juliette Tannoux-Rondon sing together to a song displayed on the monitor. Karaoke Club has a meeting every Wednesday during the second half of Cardinal Hour.

Voices take stage • 160 Views

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