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The student news site of Bellaire High School

Three Penny Press
The student news site of Bellaire High School

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School vouchers will only divert funds from public schools in order to fund a system that isn’t effective. Research shows that students perform worse on standardized tests when attending a private school under a voucher program.
Don’t vouch for school vouchers
Ishani Kaushik, Reporter • Feb 23, 2025
My sisters and I stand for a photo at Horn Elementary on the first day of kindergarten. It was a tradition for us to take a photo together to commemorate going back to school every year.
An unbreakable bond
Grace Turney, Entertainment Editor • Feb 22, 2025
These mozzarella sticks weren't half bad. Mozzarella is my favorite cheese, so I always like to order this dish at restaurants.
[Is it worth the hype?] Sophomore tries Olive Garden for the first time
Skylar Lew, Reporter • Feb 22, 2025
Family-style vlogging exploded in popularity starting around 2010 and is still relevant today. This popularity has only amplified with the introduction of short-form content from apps like Tiktok.
Is blood thicker than liquid cash?
Ella Sotiriades, Art Director • Feb 21, 2025
The rise of social media has made it easier than ever for almost anyone to create and publicly share content. However, this has the consequence of people spreading misinformation to gain attention or make a profit.
Navigating an ocean of misinformation
Dawson Sotiriades, Reporter • Feb 21, 2025
Chris Stapleton performs selections of Garth Brooks' work, including "Shameless" and "Rodeo" at the 2020 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert honoring Brooks at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C., March 4, 2020.
Stapleton snubbed
Tessa Spencer and Clementine Behelfer • Feb 20, 2025
Hypercompetition often fosters stress, which is normal, but there are ways to mitigate it. (Infographic provided by Catherine Xue and Alia Hassan)
Break yourself until you make it
Alia Hassan and Catherine Xue • Feb 19, 2025
Love permeates every area of our lives. It is the little, seemingly insignificant moments that are most deserving of our love.
Tiny love stories
Elly Zhang, McKenzie Le, Ella Sotiriades, Alex Lin, Davis Adams, Kate Steinbach, Sophia Zhao, Rosalie Navarro, Bethel Kifle, Macy Langland, and Keith Luo • Feb 14, 2025
February's book club selection includes "Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka, "A Good Girl's Guide to Murder" by Holly Jackson, "One Last Stop" by Casey McQuiston, "Solo Leveling" by Chugong and "The Winemaker's Wife" by Kristen Harmel. These stories are sure to make entertaining additions to your book shelf.
[TPP Book Club] February’s favorites
Catherine Xue, Ayana Khan, McKenzie Le, Aashrith Korampally, and Tanvi Dubey • Feb 13, 2025
After being asked if they celebrate National Mini Holidays, like National Pancake Day and National Pet Day, about 124 people responded to the poll. The majority of the people responded “No,” indicating that they do not celebrate these National Mini Holidays.
Everyday’s a holiday
Zara Bukhari, Reporter • Feb 6, 2025
Fossil fuels are the largest contributor to climate change, making up over 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
We’re running out of time
Catherine Xue, Reporter • Feb 5, 2025
A woman curls up in pain from her period. Studies estimate that at least 5 - 10% of women experience extreme period pain that disrupts their daily lives.
That pain of the month
Helen Beebe, Art Director • Feb 5, 2025
Alleged murderer Luigi Mangione has become a social media sensation. However, it's unlikely that any insurance reform will occur.
Luigi Mangione is not your healthcare hero
Editorial Board • Feb 3, 2025
A shopping cart overflows with brands known to contribute to fast fashion or promote overconsumption in their markets. Despite multiple investigations, these brands continue to exploit their employees for maximum profit.
When consumerism takes a turn for the worst
Maddux Horn, Reporter • Jan 29, 2025
I was six years old when I was did my first sleep study. The nurses turned on a movie to keep me distracted from the beeping monitors and wires around my head.
From nightmare to daybreak
Jessica Wang, Reporter • Jan 8, 2025
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