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
Camille Berko

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief

Editor In Chief and senior, Camille Berko, is thrilled to contribute to The Bucs’ Blade for one final year. She joined as a sophomore and hopes to help continue the legacy of Blade throughout her third year. Camille is an active member of the National Honors Society, plays soccer for school and club and assistant coaches nine-year-old girls in soccer. In her free time she likes to be with friends and family.

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CUDDLES: One of Jax's signature moves is staying calm and allowing students to pet him when they need his support. He also will often instinctually lay at their feet when they meet with Rinkevicz to discuss their mental health.

CHS emotional support dog brings comfort and joy to students

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 5, 2022

Melissa Richardson prepares students with cognitive impairments for life after high school

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 5, 2022
"I just want student to know to not give a crap about what people are saying," a sophomore who wished to stay anonymous said. "You have to be very brace and I feel like if you don't have what it takes to stand up to people giving you dirty looks, then it's not worth it. I have been hiding in the dark for too long and I'm ready to be out to this high school."

Despite policies aimed at inclusiveness, LGBTQ students still report harrassment

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
February 1, 2022
Outdoor Ed climbs to new heights

Outdoor Ed climbs to new heights

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 13, 2021
Spring Lake teacher, David Theune, uses professional recording equipment when interviewing students. While he has these materials available for use, teachers from other schools that contribute do not. Many use a phone to record and then send it into Theune.

David Theune elevates empathy with Share Chair Podcast

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 12, 2021
Ambassador Club kicks off year with luncheon

Ambassador Club kicks off year with luncheon

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
October 4, 2021
John Siemion resigns from GHAPS Board of Education

John Siemion resigns from GHAPS Board of Education

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
September 3, 2021
Central High School Graduation 2021

Central High School and CyberSchool Graduation 2021

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
June 4, 2021
Walk for Light event is huge success

Walk for Light event is huge success

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
May 22, 2021
ALL SMILES: English teacher Angel Dean lightens the mood during a round table discussion in order to create a welcoming environment that provokes thoughtful discussions. "Kids want to be seen, they want to be understood and they want to be cared about and you can't get them to do the things you want them to do until they know that they're safe and cared about," Dean said.

Teachers John Josephson, Angel Dean and social worker Katie Havey work to mend mental health following periods of virtual learning

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
April 1, 2021
ON DISPLAY: Student's ceramic artwork is displayed in the showcases in the first floor main hallway. "I think it's really important to showcase everybody," Sipe said. (photo by Camille Berko)

[Photo] Main hallway showcases new student artwork

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor
March 26, 2021
FILMING: Senior Zachary Whitaker peers through the lens of a GHTV video camera in the studio.

GHTV makes sports games easy to watch at home amidst spectator restrictions

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 25, 2021
BLEACH: From left to right, Chase Layman, Colin Kelly, Thomas MacDonald, Gabriel Hamm, Sam Timmer and Micheal MacDonald pose with their bleached hair.

Boys swim team bleach hair ahead of conference meet

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 3, 2021
PRACTICE: Sophomores Amerasia Miller and Justin Hancock practice forensics during an after-school practice. They are identifying properties based on powdered substances.

Science Olympiad prepares for state competition

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 1, 2021
MEDALS: Adrianna supports one of her rifles on her shoulders while showing off many of her medals. Over the course of her career she has collected even more than what is shown but they couldn't all fit on the gun.

Adrianna Beard shoots precision air rifle on national stage

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
February 6, 2021
SPEECH: Women’s Soccer head coach, Yvonne McKessy, speaks about each player before the signing. From left to right, Strohmeyer, Wilson, Richardson, Wagasky and assistant coach, Dave Prout listen. McKessy became tearful several times while putting into words her memories of each player.

Seniors commit to college athletics

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
February 9, 2021
Senior Frank Roberts named December Rotary Student of the Month

Senior Frank Roberts named December Rotary Student of the Month

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
December 29, 2020
FOCUSED: Senior Lilly Anthes rides her horse, Donnie, while scanning the area during a show. Anthes is an accomplished equestrian who competes on at the national level and regularly travels the country to compete against the best of her age.

Senior Lilly Anthes competes on national equestrian level

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
December 13, 2020
Nolan Clark, right, sprints towards the finish line during Fridays Pre-Regional race on the Grand Haven course. Clark finished 3rd overall.

Nolan Clark qualifies for state cross country

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 5, 2020
FOOD DRIVE: Members of the team pose in front of their haul after successfully completing their shopping. The trip was a quick one, due to the fact they had so many helping hands.

Water polo shops for Bucs’ Care Food Pantry

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
October 23, 2020
Boys and Girls XC battle West Ottawa

Boys and Girls XC battle West Ottawa

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
October 14, 2020
Senate leaders reflect on their career coming to an end

Senate leaders reflect on their career coming to an end

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
May 20, 2020
Senior Kaelyn Stafford reflects on time lost on the field

Senior Kaelyn Stafford reflects on time lost on the field

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
May 14, 2020
Junior Lilly Shepard poses from the back of her car with her dog Simon during the break from school due to COVID-19.

Junior Lilly Shepard shares her experiences during COVID-19 pandemic

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
April 3, 2020
Natalie Bremmer poses in the GHHS weight room infront of her bench and squat station. She sets up in the same spot almost everyday that she lifts and has a set routine that she follows.

Natalie’s natural knack

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
March 9, 2020
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Banners in the library set the mood for reading. A steady flow of students make their way through the library daily.

Library stocks new books

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
February 3, 2020
Women soccer stars battle for equal pay

Women soccer stars battle for equal pay

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
January 16, 2020

Weather experts predict winter similar to last year

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
January 16, 2020
Ducco the Bucco.

The search continues

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
December 9, 2019
The yearbook from last year contained 22 pages of senior photos. A variety of shots were submitted and placed in their respective alphabetical order.

Yearbook senior picture deadline

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 26, 2019
A student fills out vocabulary practice problems for an assignment. These packets can present unnecessary stress for students with scare use for the words.

[Photo] Vocab (n): pointless, useless

Grace Ostric, Editor in Chief
November 26, 2019
Last years yearbook contained 22 pages of senior photos. A wide variety of shots were submitted and placed in their respective alphabetical order.

Principal, Tracy Wilson, presents about all of the different unique opportunities students at GHHS have, while Anderson and Angus look on.

Hall of Fame inductees receive a tour of the building

Camille Berko and Grace Ostric
November 9, 2019
From left to right, John Cox, Don Anderson, John Angus, PhD, Sandy Huber and Dave Palmer stand in front of the Grand Haven Hall of Fame.

Huber and her husband explore the touch screen Hall of Fame wall, located in the athletic wing.

Dr. Angus picks up a run away ball and hands it back to the little girl playing with it. Even on a Saturday, the school was buzzing with activity.

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In the library, Anderson attentively listens to Wilson as she explains several components of the school, including the students use of technology.

Palmer peers through a classroom window towards the greenhouse, one of many aspects of the school featured along the tour.

Inductees clear saw dust off each others backs after admiring surfboards made by GHHS students.

The soon to be Hall of Fame members were invited to bring along family members. Towards the end of the tour, some of the children got a little tired.

Senior quarterback, Alex Kapala, searches downfield for an open receiver during the away East Kentwood game.

Football searches for immense payoff from their hard work

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 7, 2019
Grand Haven High school students have been preparing for their performances for months.

Mamma Mia cast preps for the big day

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
November 5, 2019
The GHHS Dance Team begins their performance on Friday, August 29th at halftime of the football game.

Future Buccaneers to be featured alongside dance team Friday night

Camille Berko and Mike Baldus
October 17, 2019
Junior Regan Riemersma strives to win her race and beat her personal record in the breaststroke. Grand Haven girls swim team competed against Rockford on Thursday October 3.

Girls Swim and Dive Loses a Tough meet to Rockford on Senior Night

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
October 7, 2019
Junior Regan Riemersma strives to win her race and beat her personal record in the breaststroke. Grand Haven girls swim team competed against Rockford on Thursday October 3.

[Photo] Top 10 Photo Gallery Week of 10/4

Addy Wachter, Photo Editor
October 6, 2019
Ducco the Bucco.

The search for Ducco the Bucco

Camille Berko, Editor In Chief
October 1, 2019
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