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Vol. 83, Issue 12 - Mar. 22, 2021

You make me wanna . . .
New Program SHOUTs Diversity
By Sara Majors, junior
“You know you make me wanna (Shout!), kick my heels up and (Shout!) . . . ” Some Beaver Area High School students are choosing to SHOUT and bring awareness to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the school. Read More...

News

Mark your calendar: May 22 . . .
Prom Plans Look Promising
By Max Furman, senior
The school board received a prom-posal of a lifetime from the junior class officers March 15. What ever are they going to wear? Read More...
They weren’t fiddlin’ around . . .
Orchestra Hosts Unique Concert
By Larisa May, junior
Beaver Area High School and Middle School’s talented orchestra have once again surpassed expectations. Although Covid has limited many things, the orchestra students still were able to perform a concert showcasing their skills for a limited audience March 2. Read More...
From ocean’s shore to Bobcat’s roar . . .
De Ruiter Preps for English Classroom Career
By Katelyn Hauser, senior
Marissa De Ruiter is another in a long line of student teachers honing their teaching skills at Beaver Area High School. She currently attends Geneva College and is now teaching English alongside Mrs. Michelle Dietz. Let’s get to know more about Ms. De Ruiter . . . Read More...

Sports

Hoops history is made . . .
Bobcats Win WPIAL!
By Mackenzie Boyd, senior
Three out of four years going to the WPIAL finals is no sweat off the backs of these basketball Bobcats. Read More...
Leading off with big goals . . .
Spring Spawns Softball Season
By Mackenzie Boyd, senior
The queens of diamonds are ready for the season to start—and to achieve their softball goals. Read More...

Features

What do the stars hold for you . . .
March 22, 2021 Horoscopes
By Madame Mysterio (okay, it’s really Larisa May, junior)
Happy Aries season! As the sun moves into the sector of the feisty fire sign, anything becomes possible. The first sign of the astrological year, Aries, provides a fresh start to all the signs—but beware, as it’s red-hot impulsive energy can have downsides and consequences. Read More...

Opinion

Imperial Invasion: The Corporate Coup
No Bull with Liam Bull
By Liam Bull, senior
In late October of 2009—before dropping an average of 72 bombs per day in the Middle East—President Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Read More...