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Three Penny Press
The student news site of Bellaire High School

Three Penny Press
The student news site of Bellaire High School

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AP African American Studies teacher Jenaya Garrett-Foreman instructs her class with a lesson on ancient African civilizations. These societies includes those from Mali, Songhai, and Ghana.
Teaching ‘true history’
Maddux Horn and Clarissa Li • Sep 24, 2024
NHS co-advisor Jennifer Kuhleman recognizes NHS scholarship semi-finalists seniors Katelyn Ta, Aaditya Krishna and Akshay Kapur (left to right). All three of the seniors demonstrated the four pillars of NHS during their time at Bellaire.
National Honor Society welcomes new inductees
Grace Turney and Claire Bradford • May 1, 2024
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
Clarissa Li and Emma Xiao • 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
Claire Bradford, Head Business Manager & Features Editor • Mar 18, 2024
A student stretches out his arm to reach for the GPA cloud but cannot reach the unattainable 5.0 score. For the class of 27’ and beyond, a perfect 5.0 GPA is now impossible.
New district changes affect freshman GPA
Joy Xia, Reporter • Dec 18, 2023
A senior holds a list of their high school regrets.
[Q&A] ‘Value your passion over a 5.0 GPA’
Audrey Han and Sophia Li • May 19, 2023
AP Chinese students face massive glitch in exam
AP Chinese students face massive glitch in exam
Emma Xiao, Copy Editor • May 7, 2023
McDonough addresses current and former students, parents, friends and teachers at his retirement celebration on Feb. 2. McDonough spoke about his career highlights and passion for education.
McDonough’s side of the story: a look into the former principal’s removal from Bellaire
Nabila Wilson and Sonya Kulkarni • Apr 3, 2023
The majority of students asked are upset that former President Trump is running for president. The feeling of neutrality also prevails.
Students react: Trump’s bid for president
Haset Mekuria, Reporter • Nov 22, 2022
When she's not busy, Dr. Franklin spends Cardinal Hour walking the hallways. She enjoys holding conversations with people during lunch and is always willing to help when help is needed.
‘I could never replace Mr. McDonough. I’m not trying to.’
Claire Bradford, Reporter • Oct 25, 2022
A handmade “Bring Back McDonough '' poster is propped up on a seat in the front row of the auditorium. Similar posters were out on display before the meeting started.
New principal input meeting reveals community concerns
Audrey Han and Emma Xiao • Oct 24, 2022
McDonough attends the Welcome Back Car Parade for Principals in August of 2020. McDonough has worked for HISD for 30 years.
Principal McDonough to retire after 10 years of service
Sonya Kulkarni, Executive Editor-in-Chief • Oct 10, 2022
A student displays her handmade sign supporting McDonough's reinstatement. Senior Nick Palma said he believes this protest will help bring Mr. McDonough back. “I feel like a walkout is something needed for the unneeded replacement of Mr McDonough,” Palma said.
Students hold walk out in protest of principal Michael McDonough’s reassignment
Sonya Kulkarni, Editor-in-Chief • May 27, 2022
(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
Ariana Castañeda and Sonya Kulkarni • May 5, 2022
Starting March 1, masks will no longer be required within HISD facilities, including schools and buses. Junior Kaylin Benitez is ready to go mask-free.
[BREAKING] HISD relaxes its mask mandate March 1
Ariana Castañeda, Kate Griffiths, and Malaika Suleman • Mar 1, 2022
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