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

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Jody Mahoney works with senior Japhy Myraad in his first hour class. She helps Japhy through all of his classes to enable him to succeed.

Fresh Faces: Jody Mahoney

Katie Snyder, Editor October 12, 2023

Jody Mahoney is a new staff member this year. She's a teaching assistant who works with Japhy Myraad, a student in Mrs. Murray’s special education class as a one-on-one aide. She follows Japhy’s schedule...

New security guard Todd Taylor watches over cameras all day assuring the safety of the staff and students.

Fresh Faces: Todd Taylor

C Kelly, Reporter October 10, 2023

Nineteen new staff have joined us this year this including Todd Taylor the new security guard. Taylor sits in the main office watching the cameras insuring the safety of staff and student alike. As the...

Mrs Hauser-Brydon works with students with last names S-Z. She can be found in student services during school hours

Fresh Faces: Jessica Hauser-Brydon

Peter Ver Duin, Editor October 9, 2023

Jessica Hauser-Brydon is the school's newest social worker. She provides social counseling for students at the high school with the last names S-Z. She works in the student services department with the...

Matthew Pohl, the safety coordinator and student advocate, is a familiar presence at the cafeteria entrance. Positioned in his iconic metal folding chair, he watches over the well-being and requirements of every student. His commitment has made a profound impact on the entire school community, resonating throughout the building and beyond.

Student Advocates Around GHHS: Matthew Pohl

Nathan Burns, Reporter October 6, 2023
Matthew Pohl, the safety coordinator and student advocate, is a familiar presence at the cafeteria entrance. Positioned in his iconic metal folding chair, he watches over the well-being and requirements of every student. His commitment has made a profound impact on the entire school community, resonating throughout the building and beyond.
Come Visit Chile and Argentina Summer 2026

Come Visit Chile and Argentina Summer 2026

Hailey Neely, Reporter April 24, 2023

Teachers Steffanie and Aaron Portenga will be taking a select amount of students on an out-of-country trip to Chile and Argentina in June of 2026. This trip contains many exciting excursions that will...

In Focus with Francesca Sipe

In Focus with Francesca Sipe

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 29, 2023

Junior Francesca Sipe is a student who attends Careerline Tech Center where she focuses mainly on her work in digital form. Now, let's take a deeper look into one of her pieces and what inspired it. What...

In Focus with Megan VanKuiken

In Focus with Megan VanKuiken

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 24, 2023

Junior Megan VanKuiken has recently been recognized by her art teacher, Irene Sipe, for her talents in ceramic work. Megan has always loved doing art, ever since elementary school. She began doing ceramics...

In Focus with River Parcheta

In Focus with River Parcheta

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 21, 2023

River Parcheta has recently been recognized by his art teacher, Irene Sipe, for his talent in ceramics. Parcheta's work always has an eclectic and unique feel. Let’s take a deeper look at one of Parcheta's...

In Focus with Annaliese Wise

In Focus with Annaliese Wise

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 20, 2023

Annaliese Wise was recognized for her dedication to the arts, specifically hand-thrown pottery. Having gone through some life-changing events and living in multiple places around the country, Annaliese...

In Focus with Jack Campbell

In Focus with Jack Campbell

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 17, 2023

Recently, junior Jack Campbell was recognized for his dedication to the arts, specifically jewelry. He works with many mediums and techniques, both in school and at home. Let's take a deeper look at Jack’s...

Tom Foley: An English Teacher Dedicated to Teaching his Students to Think

Tom Foley: An English Teacher Dedicated to Teaching his Students to Think

Hailey Neely, Reporter March 14, 2023

As you walk into room 7207, you’ll notice a desk in the corner; a very organized and spacious one at that. This particular area belongs to English teacher Tom Foley. You can often find him seated at...

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