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The National Education Association and the National Parent Teacher Association have suggested that a healthy number of hours that students should be spending can be determined by the 10-minute rule. This means that each grade level should have a maximum homework time incrementing by 10 minutes depending on their grade level (for instance, ninth-graders would have 90 minutes of homework, 10th-graders should have 100 minutes, and so on).
Students spend three times longer on homework than average, survey reveals
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The football players stand in formation, preparing for the kickoff. The Bellaire Cardinals play the Goose Creek Memorial Patriots.
[NEWS BRIEF] Rainy Game
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(From left) Debbie Campbell and Principal Michael McDonough smile as Campbell is rewarded the 2015 employee of the month for HISD. “Debbie Campbell is that perfect team member who is always striving to make each family’s experience with Bellaire a powerful one,” McDonough said.
[NEWS BRIEF] Principal Michael McDonough temporarily reassigned
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Junior and Research Officer Theo Hunt talks about the systemic flaw with police hiring in the US. He explains how the officer who shot and killed Tamir Rice in Cleveland, Ohio had never undergone a thorough background check which presents a dangerous flaw in law enforcement today.
Opt for Action club studies present-day implications of Black history
Features
Varun Manickam (11) speaks about his goals for the climate community alongside Anika Shethia (12) and Grace Cruz (11). They present in auditorium 108 of Glasscock School of Continuing Studies at Rice.
'It's our future': Students speak out for youth involvement in climate action
Michael Liu, Copy Editor • September 27, 2022
On Sept. 11, 2001, two planes flew into the World trade Centers Twin Towers, a third plane hit the Pentagon in Virginia and a fourth plane crashed in Pennsylvanias countryside. Soon after, Three Penny Press covered Bellaire students and teachers reactions in Issue 1 Volume 43.
Reflecting on 9/11: 'A day to remember'
Claire Bradford, Audrey Han, and Irene Zheng • September 11, 2022
(From left) Junior Zain Hamdani, junior Nasir Starks and senior Dylan Ballard at districts. This is Ballard’s last meet with his team from Bellaire, but he said he plans to continue running in college.
Running toward a college dream
Jonathan Chiriboga, Reporter • May 25, 2022
Annelise Do prepares for her AP Language and Composition test. I try to get as much done in class and during lunch as possible so I can have time for clubs and other hobbies like baking when I get home, Do said.
Underclassmen turn upperclassmen early
May 9, 2022
This year, Ramadan began on April 2 and ended May 1. The month of Ramadan traditionally begins with a new moon, marking the start of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. Its not only a time of fasting, but also prayer, charity and religious devotion.
A look back on Ramadan: students share experiences balancing work, tradition
May 6, 2022
Officers in Red Bird Productions judge the auditioning acts. Students auditioned during Cardinal Hour and afterschool on April 25 and 26.
‘Bellaire does have talent, for sure’
May 4, 2022
(From left) Junior Zain Hamdani, junior Nasir Starks and senior Dylan Ballard at districts. This is Ballard’s last meet with his team from Bellaire, but he said he plans to continue running in college.
The 23 seniors perform their senior dance “Time of our Life.” Colonel Bella Mansfield leaps forward as Cadet Bra’una Hill, Vice President Caroline Cole, Cadet Madison Eiland, Historian Paris Joubert and varsity Marie Garcia strike a pose.
Senior Dylan Ballard congratulates junior Zain Hamdani for placing 7th in the 1600 meter mens race. Ballard and Hamdani competed against 12 other local schools including Strake Jesuit, Seven Lakes and Memorial.
Jeremy Peña is second in batting average (.286) and first on the team in on-base percentage (.902) as of April 23, 2022.
Entertainment
After completing the tutorial, the player is free to explore the busy and big city: Splatville. A place where you can enter shops, the story mode through a sewer grate and participate in online matches such as Turf War, ranked game modes, Salmon Run and the new mini game, Table Turf.
Splatting away game competition
Johanna Wen, Art Director • September 23, 2022

Since the recent release of Splatoon 3, fans have been gushing about its new features like lockers, new idols to start religions over and story...

This Mother’s Day, make sure it’s not only the thought that counts
This Mother’s Day, make sure it’s not only the thought that counts
Malaika Suleman, Features Editor • May 7, 2022

Mother’s Day is tomorrow and it’s time to show your appreciation to the woman you love most. Here’s a guide of gift suggestions if you’re...

Graphic provided by GG125FR on Pixabay.
The Batman: a nuanced take on a classic character
Ian Kuzola, Reporter • April 26, 2022

[SPOILER AND VIOLENCE WARNING] - This article contains heavy spoilers for “The Batman.” If you plan to watch the movie without having any...

News
Freshman Preston Lew felt that the upperclassmen in his group helped reaffirm that he should try to become active in clubs and extracurriculars. He also came to understand how important it is to form relationships with others while in high school.
[NEWS BRIEF] Buddy Program helps upperclassmen, freshmen alike
Claire Bradford, Reporter • September 27, 2022

Student Council held its annual Buddy Program, an activity that gives freshmen the opportunity to get advice from upperclassmen, in LGI 2 on...

Mathieu shared her process of writing and publishing in her presentation. Mathieu has published 6 books: Bad Girls Never Say Die, The Liars of Mariposa Island, Moxie, The Truth About Alice, Afterward and Devoted.
[NEWS BRIEF] Jennifer Mathieu kicks off first Author Talk with inspiring advice for young writers
Helen Citino, Entertainment Editor • September 25, 2022

Published author and English teacher Jennifer Mathieu spoke to WRITE club members about her career and new book, “Bad Girls Never Say Die,”...

Club sponsor Jimmy Newland adjusts the telescope to aim at Jupiter as students wait in line for their turn.
[NEWS BRIEF] ‘It Was Stellar’
Blen Abebe and Ian Kuzola • September 19, 2022

The Astronomy club observed Saturn, Jupiter and Neptune on Sept. 16 using two telescopes on the roof of the parking lot. Club sponsor Jimmy...

Opinions
After completing the tutorial, the player is free to explore the busy and big city: Splatville. A place where you can enter shops, the story mode through a sewer grate and participate in online matches such as Turf War, ranked game modes, Salmon Run and the new mini game, Table Turf.
Splatting away game competition
Johanna Wen, Art Director • September 23, 2022

Since the recent release of Splatoon 3, fans have been gushing about its new features like lockers, new idols to start religions over and story...

A graphic that depicts all the major school shootings that have taken place in Texas.
Another bullet shot, another child taken: why I am scared for the future of education, and why you should be too
Aniket Panicker, Opinions Editor • June 10, 2022

May 24, 2022 had been a good day for me until 5:13 p.m. The beginning of the day felt quite nice to be honest; I spoke, laughed, worked, had...

Principal Michael McDonough speaks at the womens history month forum on March 11. A collaboration between the feminist club, student council, and period club, the forum allowed students to voice their opinions on womens issues in the school, showing how the school trusts and actually listens to its students.
A love letter to Bellaire: how freedom spurs greatness
Nabila Wilson, Marketing Director • June 1, 2022

Despite breakdowns, late-night study sessions, and pure exhaustion, I have learned more this year than any time in my life. As my junior year...

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