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Senior Noa Ohana visited Edinburgh Castle. "It's so walkable in Europe," Ohana said. "I think we walked all around Edinburgh about four times. It's gorgeous, but it's really small."
Summer happenings
Tanvi Dubey, Clarissa Li, Helen Beebe, and Catherine Xue • Sep 17, 2024

Debate Nationals *** Disclaimer: This event took place over the summer, then sophomores are now juniors. Sophomore Samantha Tran advanced...

The popularity of the OnRamps Precalculus course may be due to on-level and Pre-AP Precalculus being replaced by OnRamps and AP Precalculus, forcing many students to choose one or the other. OnRamps Precalculus teacher Johnston French believes AP Precalculus is closer to on-level than OnRamps is due to OnRamps' "fundamentally different" structure.
Eleven courses added to Bellaire
Sep 9, 2024
Darren Romer practices the saxophone during sectionals. Band members were told to use sheet music for the first three times before playing from memory.
Mighty Cardinal Band attends summer camp to practice show
Aug 15, 2024
The RBP thespians troupe went on a walk after arriving at Indiana University at 8 a.m. on June 23. They had just settled into their dorms after a 17-hour bus ride from Bellaire.
International Thespian Festival
Jul 17, 2024
Features
Looking at sophomore Grayson Ho's work, AP 2-D Art and Design and photography teacher Courtney Skinner gives pointers to help Ho improve his work during a photography class. "I do kind of feel myself getting better at photography," Ho said. "I feel more creative."
'A cathartic experience'
Davis Adams, Naomi Block, Keith Luo, and Grace Turney • Sep 15, 2024

When she moved to Japan, Art 1 and AP 2D-Design teacher Courtney Skinner immersed herself in the world of anime and developed a love for Japanese...

Sophomore Areesha Memon poses before her quarterfinal round at the South Central Competition for Reagan Debate in Dallas. Memon felt a myriad of emotions after learning she had advanced. "I was crying so much, people running the tournament were asking if I was okay," Memon said. "So I was really happy."
A Reagan rollercoaster
Sep 12, 2024
While practicing law, Mullis practiced in both Houston and Georgia, briefly working for the District Attorney's office in his father's hometown. He then moved back to Houston and had a partnership with three offices between Houston and Dallas.
Do what you love
Sep 11, 2024
Dr. Walkington teaches students about Puritan literature. He emphasizes the significance of religion in early American English.
Walking through time
Sep 10, 2024
Opinions
I went to San Francisco and posed in front of the Golden Gate Bridge with my black vest and white button up. I brought my favorite outfit with me almost everywhere.
It just fits
Johanna Wen, Art Director • Jun 4, 2024

Fingers sifting through clothing hangers, my mother stopped me by holding up a sleek vest. Trying it on, I spun around in the small Goodwill...

Fans in attendance of the Houston Taylor Swift Eras Tour are pictured filming and videoing the artist. The presence of phones and videography has increased greatly and impeded enjoyment of live events.
Erasure of etiquette
May 31, 2024
A man walks alone in a forest. He, like many other men, suffers from loneliness.
Male loneliness: The silent epidemic
May 2, 2024
Lepow and Daisy in April of 2014. This photo was taken just a few days after Daisy joined the Lepow family.
My best friend: My dog’s impact on my life
Apr 23, 2024
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Benson Boone's new single "Beautiful Things" captures the desperate fear of losing what we love. Its soulful relatability and catchy chorus are what made “Beautiful Things” reach #8 on the Billboard Top 100 in the month since its release on Jan. 18.

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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.

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Noa is the movie's main character who embarks on a quest of revenge after his village is destroyed by Proximus Caesar. He's an intriguing protagonist in that his cleverness and approaches to conflicts are interesting to watch unfold and represent his character well.

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Sports
After nine hours of competition, the varsity district squad stands together with their rackets. Varsity coach Anthony Kirk, far right, and Junior Varsity coach Alex Brown, far left, accompanied the team during their matches throughout the day.
Dominating Districts
McKenzie Le, Reporter • May 13, 2024

[Sports TV] Dominic and Vincent Ozuna
[Sports TV] Dominic and Vincent Ozuna
Apr 11, 2024
On the Three Penny Press Instagram, 66 students were asked if they thought Dusty Baker was a good manager. Pictured are the poll's statistics, with 55 votes yes and 11 votes no.
A nod to Dusty Baker
Mar 20, 2024
Junior two-way midfielder Leo Dale dodges past his defender in his second game of the day. Junior two-way midfielder Zach Foust positions himself as an outlet for Dale.
From role-players to leaders
Mar 19, 2024
A&E
Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" played at the Alley Theatre from July 19 to Sept. 1. It was directed by Elizabeth Williamson.
A countdown of survival
Grace Turney • Sep 7, 2024

Agatha Christie is one of the most talented mystery authors. She has graced the world of literature with her distinguished ability to simultaneously...

"A Quiet Place: Day One" released in theaters on June 26, 2024. It premiered at the Tribeca Festival.
Not a single sound
Aug 21, 2024
Noa is the movie's main character who embarks on a quest of revenge after his village is destroyed by Proximus Caesar. He's an intriguing protagonist in that his cleverness and approaches to conflicts are interesting to watch unfold and represent his character well.
Why 'Kingdom of the Planet of The Apes’ isn’t like other blockbusters
May 29, 2024
The Gaang rides on the flying bison Appa as they prepare for their next destination on their journey to defeat Fire Lord Ozai. Netflix released a live-action adaptation of the popular animated show "Avatar: The Last Airbender" on Feb. 22.
Animated who?
May 14, 2024
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