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
Nathan Burns

Nathan Burns, Reporter

Senior Nathan Burns makes his return to The Bucs’ Blade this year. He both excited to improve his writing craft and bring a unique perspective hoping to expand the production of multimedia content.

All content by Nathan Burns
A police cruiser parked behind the Scott Flahive memorial in the median at the intersection at Taylor and US-31. Officer Flahive was shot and killed in the line of duty On Dec. 13, 1994.

Officer Scott Flahive Memorial

Nathan Burns and Peter Ver Duin
December 18, 2024
Kenny Spear, Executive Director of Positive You, presenting at GHHS on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Spear's presentation covered the effects of excessive screen time and how to mitigate it as students. “I’m not here to tell you to say no to technology,” Spears said. “I’m here to give you something better to say yes to.”

Positive You Presents at GHHS

Peter Ver Duin and Nathan Burns
November 22, 2024
Braillist Becky Karsies finalizes a document after using a braille printer to emboss paper with braille dots. The document helps communicate with visually impaired students and help them learn information in their classes.

Fresh Faces: Becky Karsies

Nathan Burns, Reporter
October 18, 2024
Students study in the library. The teachers prepare to use the library for their professional development meetings.

[Photo] Photo of the Day: October 2024

October 1, 2024
Teaching assistant Dustin Parlin attentively stands in the back of Mr. Russell’s biology class ready to help. Parlin’s presence helps both the students and teachers throughout the year.

Fresh Faces: Dustin Parlin

Nathan Burns, Reporter
October 1, 2024
Orchestra teacher Melissa Meyers snaps to keep the rhythm. Her students play in sync forming a harmony that resonates down the music wing.

Melissa Meyers Strikes a Chord with Students, Receives Teacher of the Year Award

Nathan Burns, Reporter
December 22, 2023
Math teacher Jordan Connon is handing out papers. These papers will help aid students in grasping the mathematical concepts he teaches.

Fresh Faces: Jordan Connon

Nathan Burns, Reporter
December 15, 2023
The donation table for Operation Santa Paws sits empty in the hallway outside room 3113. It waits for donations this holiday season.

Operation Santa Paws: Spreading Love and Joy this Holiday Season

Nathan Burns, Reporter
December 1, 2023
Middle school swim coach Aaron Portenga sits at his desk wearing a shirt embroidered with the words “Grand Haven Swimming” as he types on his computer. He oversees the middle school swim team sock sale fundraiser and helps bring more school spirit to the high school.

Unique Fundraiser Supports Middle School Swim Team, Builds School Spirit

Nathan Burns, Reporter
November 13, 2023
Matthew Pohl dresses as a beekeeper for Halloween. He uses a model of a bee hive to teach students about how bee keeping works.

Matthew Pohl Dresses Up as Beekeeper for Halloween

Peter Ver Duin and Nathan Burns
October 31, 2023
Math lab supervisor Tyler Bollaert is solving equations on the whiteboard. His compassionate and patient teaching style helps students grasp mathematical concepts of all levels.

Fresh Faces: Tyler Bollaert

Nathan Burns, Reporter
October 13, 2023
Grand Haven Homecoming Football Game 2023

Grand Haven Homecoming Football Game 2023

Peter Ver Duin, Katie Snyder, Reegan Cook, and Nathan Burns
October 7, 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.

Student Advocates Around GHHS: Matthew Pohl

Nathan Burns, Reporter
October 6, 2023
A lady gracefully exits the library after using her library card to access the numerous materials and services available at Loutit District Library. Her heart now full of the knowledge she had gained from the books she explored.

Loutit Library Offers Cards to All Students

Nathan Burns, Reporter
September 29, 2023
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