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Burnside explains a topic in Algebra 2. Her goal is her teaching will make math seem doable and fun.
Someone to count on
Grace Turney, Entertainment Editor • Apr 14, 2024

Algebra 2 and AB Calculus teacher Julie Burnside was used to interruptions during class. Monday, March 4 was no different. But this time,...

The next solar eclipse visible in the US will occur in 2033 in Alaska. At least I’ll be alive in 40 years to see the next [eclipse],” junior Eric Stevenson said.
Students, faculty view solar eclipse in cloudy weather
Apr 12, 2024
The majority of Bellaire faculty and the Shared Decision-Making Committee voted for an eight-period schedule for the 2024-25 school year. In addition to eight periods a day, the new schedule also includes the dismissal time moving to 4 p.m., the discontinuation of zero periods and more elective options for students.
Eight a day
Mar 18, 2024
Congress and public forum students, including sophomore Catherine Xue, Samantha Tran, and junior Emerald Tang (left to right, second, sixth, ninth respectively) commemorate their time at TFA State 2024 with a photo booth. For Tang, this is her last tournament, but Xue and Tran look forward to competing at state next year.
‘Upping our game’
Mar 14, 2024
Features
When the Italian exchange students arrived at the airport, their host families awaited them at the arrivals center. They welcomed them with a big sign.
Welcome to Houston
Sophia Zhao • Apr 5, 2024

At the George Bush Intercontinental Airport's arrivals area, 14 Italian exchange students are greeted by their host families with a sign welcoming...

Little and her middle school symphony orchestra win a first division award. They had just participated in a competition called the Bluebonnet festival.
A passion for performing
Apr 3, 2024
As lead naturalist, junior Elyse Chious role is to give feedback to other naturalists. Zoo naturalists talk to guests about the zoos message of conservation.
Nature’s wildheart: Teen naturalist kindles love for the environment
Apr 2, 2024
Results from a TPP poll conducted on Instagram with 460 voters. Almost 40% of voters said that their parents barely ever check their grades.
Parental influence
Apr 1, 2024
Opinions
Masses stand before the social media gods, offering their prayers. (Graphic Designed by Helen Beebe)
A Heretic among the pious
Jason Chen, Opinions Editor • Apr 3, 2024

I don't use social media. But no matter where I go, it seems that the disciples of the social media gods follow. In class, students constantly...

On the Three Penny Press Instagram, 66 students were asked if they thought Dusty Baker was a good manager. Pictured are the polls statistics, with 55 votes yes and 11 votes no.
A nod to Dusty Baker
Mar 20, 2024
District policy states the first 15 and last 15 minutes of class cannot be used to go to the restroom.
Potty politics
Mar 19, 2024
Cars are lined up as the sun sets, before the movie starts. The movies start at roughly 6:30, while doors open at 5:30.
Drive-in-theaters: A lost form of cinema
Mar 7, 2024
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An art piece by Jo Baer hangs in the Museum of Fine Arts. The piece includes three blank canvases with a trim of color around the edges.

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Burnside explains a topic in Algebra 2. Her goal is her teaching will make math seem doable and fun.

Someone to count on • 189 Views

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Sports
[Sports TV] Dominic and Vincent Ozuna
[Sports TV] Dominic and Vincent Ozuna
Avey Gannaway and Sara Tilney • Apr 11, 2024

Sports editors Sara Tilney and Avey Gannaway interview junior and varsity baseball players Dominic and Vincent Ozuna. The Ozunas discuss their...

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
Coach Bruce Glover speaks to the varsity basketball team during their playoff game against Jordan High School. The team won 39-38.
Leading with faith
Mar 6, 2024
Junior Kohlman Dutton scores a layup during the second quarter. Dutton was an integral part of the Cardinals comeback during the second quarter.
Falling short in the postseason
Mar 5, 2024
A&E
This year, spring break lasts from March 9 to 17. There are plenty of fun ways to spend it in Houston.
A spring staycation
Grace Turney, Entertainment Editor • Mar 8, 2024

Soaking in the sun on Maui. Navigating New York City’s lively streets. Wandering through Paris’s magical sights. The idea of a dream...

This is an illustrated still from director Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer, where J. Robert Oppenheimer is forced to confront the horrors of the atomic bomb he has created. I predict Oppenheimer to win Best Picture and for Nolan to win Best Director.
Forecasting the Oscars
Mar 4, 2024
Singer Miley Cyrus performs her song Flowers after winning her first Grammy award in 2024.
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Feb 27, 2024
Benson Boones 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.
Holding on to those ‘Beautiful Things’
Feb 20, 2024
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