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

Sophomore Gavin Hubner practices Yo-Yo while on leave from school

Caleb Berko, Managing Editor March 17, 2020

Sophomore Gavin Hubner’s walls are lined with books, an Adventure Time poster and various Star Wars Lego sets among other things. His floor is clear of any clutter and his bed is made.  It’s here...

Timmers road to becoming a guitarist

Timmer’s road to becoming a guitarist

Grant Engelsman, Reporter March 11, 2020

Senior Jack Timmer has taken his love of guitar to the next level. It's not rare to find videos of him freestyling on his Instagram or Snapchat stories. Now he looks to take his passion to the next level...

This current years coordinators manual for AP testing.

AP exam money is due now

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor March 11, 2020

For students in AP classes, money for College Board exams are due Wednesday, March 11 says testing coordinator Connie Vanschelven. “I can’t begin to tell you how many reminders I have sent out to...

Coach Jeremey Wiebenga has been named regional wrestling coach of the year. (Photo courtesy of Jeremy Wiebenga)

Coach Wiebenga named regional wrestling coach of the year

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor February 27, 2020

Wrestling coach Jeremy Wiebenga has been recognized as regional wrestling coach of the year. “Just knowing how to support your head coach and follow his lead is a job well done,” Wiebenga said.  He...

Pictured are some new books that have been recently added to the librarys collection on display.

Library’s collection of books continues to expand

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor February 20, 2020

New books are usually ordered several times a month holding 20 to 30 books at a time in a box.  “Normally it takes a week or two to get everything in from an order because some things are back-ordered...

Kingma and Worthington win La-Z-Boys

Grace Montgomery, Editor In Chief February 7, 2020

During halftime of each boys' varsity basketball game, students swarm onto the court with a dollar in hand in hopes to have a chance at a halfcourt shot. A shot that, if made, would win them a La-Z-Boy.   Typically,...

SAT/ACT instructor teaches prep classes

SAT/ACT instructor teaches prep classes

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor February 6, 2020

This upcoming February and March, Dr. Scott Carlin will hold online classes for those who want to prepare for the SAT, ACT or both.  The SAT online classes are available for $179. That includes seven...

Despite its intentions, technology is getting out of hand

Ben Pease, Arts and Entertainment Editor February 5, 2020

Humans have always been motivated to advance and grow the functions of technology in our world. However, I believe it has come to the point where technology is advancing too fast in society today.   The...

Students part of pay it forward toured the Childrens Advocacy Center in Holland and were able to learn the work of the center. (Photo courtesy of Brian Williams)

Pay it forward continues to make a change in everyday lives

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor February 2, 2020

Pay it forward is a semester-long class where students create a project to benefit the community and make an impact in other people’s lives.  “I wanted to create a class that offered a whole bunch...

Who are the Glass Animals?

Ben Pease, Arts and Entertainment Editor January 27, 2020

The psychedelic indie band has been making music since early 2012. The group is made up of Dave Bayley, Joe Seaward, Ed Irwin-Singer, and Drew MacFarlane.  Together, they create hit songs such as...

Buc Stop introduces new products

Brendan Vander Meer and Grace Montgomery January 26, 2020

The Buc Stop, as well as student services, recently introduced a new line of Buccaneer products.  “We have pop sockets, phone charges, both wireless and plug in phone chargers, phone cases and even...

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