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The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

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Sophomore Annikha Esnaola faces off with SXI Thomas Evans at Chess Club. The club, restarted by teacher Dan Sears, had it's first meeting on Monday, Nov. 18 and is scheduled to meet every Monday.
Photo of the Day: November 2024
Class of 2023 student Jamie Donley wears a soldier-like outfit for Halloween. Students are encouraged to show off their costumes for the day.
Halloween Dress Expectations
Ben Guinazzo, Reporter • October 30, 2024

Grand Haven High School students are encouraged to show off their Halloween Costumes on Thursday, Oct....

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Anatomy teacher Marcella Weldon works to achieve AP status for her class. "My kids are already doing the AP workload, they should have the same advantages as the APs," Weldon said.
Pioneering AP Anatomy: Marcella Weldon’s Vision at Grand Haven High School
Mara Bessinger, Reporter • October 24, 2024

As the world of high school education progresses, demand for Advanced Placement classes escalates. One...

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Pod seven and eight, shortly after the flood. "The water was just gushing down everywhere," said principal Tracy Wilson. Photo courtesy of Tracy Wilson.
A Very Watery Wednesday
Reegan Cook, Reporter • October 17, 2024

Students at Grand Haven High School recently received two days off following flooding resulting from...

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From the Shadows of Gotham: An In-Depth Look at Batman: Arkham Shadow
From the Shadows of Gotham: An In-Depth Look at Batman: Arkham Shadow
Mara Bessinger, Reporter • November 4, 2024

For fans of Gotham’s gritty underworld, Batman: Arkham Shadow is a thrilling new addition to the iconic...

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Students rehearsing for the musical in the school cafeteria. The musical will be taking place on Nov 22nd and 23rd.
Into the Woods: This Truly Isn’t Kansas Anymore
Morgan Butcher, Reporter • November 1, 2024

Imagine that you are in your typical fantasy story. You beat the bad guy, you got the girl and you are...

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One of the cows getting prepared to be milked. "They can be really stubborn sometimes," said Klempel.
MOOvelous Machines
Reegan Cook, Reporter • November 1, 2024

Wrangling over 240 employees everyday is no small task for Kayla Klempel. Ensuring all employees are...

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Tyler, the Creator's newest album Chromakopia, released on Oct. 28 of this year. The album cover art and the release date of the album were announced on Oct. 17.
Dormant Potential: The Disappointment of Chromakopia
Morgan Butcher, Reporter • November 15, 2024

From the strange mind of an even stranger man, Tyler, the Creator’s latest, Chromakopia is another serviceable album that gives listeners plenty...

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From the Shadows of Gotham: An In-Depth Look at Batman: Arkham Shadow
From the Shadows of Gotham: An In-Depth Look at Batman: Arkham Shadow
Mara Bessinger, Reporter • November 4, 2024

For fans of Gotham’s gritty underworld, Batman: Arkham Shadow is a thrilling new addition to the iconic Arkham video game series, offering...

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2007: Kanye West at the in-store signing of his new release 'Graduation' held at the Virgin Megastore Hollywood & Highland in Hollywood. Courtesy of PopularImages.
Where to Draw the Line between the Art and Artist?
Reegan Cook, Reporter • May 10, 2024

One of my classmates recently shared that their favorite artist is rapper Kanye West. As a Taylor Swift fan, I knew about their drama, but I...

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Coach Katie Kowalczyk-Fulmer standing in front of her academy class in room 0200. She works as a Physical Education Teacher and as the coach of the Girls' Basketball Team.
A Hall of Fame Career
Morgan Butcher, Reporter • October 19, 2024

What feelings went through your mind when you found out you were inducted into the Hall of Fame? I...

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Teacher Matthew Naber inspires students in his fifth hour sports and entertainment marketing class on one of his Fantasy Football Thursdays.
Fantasy Football in the Classroom: Engaging Students through Sports Marketing
Mara Bessinger, Reporter • October 18, 2024

Sports and entertainment marketing teacher, Matthew Naber, is taking student engagement to the next level...

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The boys volleyball coaches prepare the team for the state semifinal game where they won 3-0. The finals match will be held at Cornerstone University on Friday, May 31 at 7 p.m.
New sport on the court
Peter Ver Duin, Editor • May 31, 2024

On a Wednesday night in 2018, Aaron Smaka saw an article on Fox 17 about a boys volleyball program being...

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