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BHS Calendar of Upcoming Events
March 20 - Queen of Queens @ 7pm in Alumni Auditorium
March 21- Reds' Rumble @ 1:30 pm
March 22 - End of 3rd nine weeks; 2 hour delay for students
March 25-27 - 6th Grade Camp
March 26 - ACT for juniors
March 28-April 1 - Easter Break
2023-2025 Yearbook Staff Members: Row 1 -Makenna Wright and Abby Pethtel, editors. Row 2-Leahnna Sparling, Allie Ault, Kaiya Metcalf, Gianna Schmidt. Row 3-Abigail LaRoche, Khalil Kimbro, Sidney Rowson (Photo by Eliana Mason).
BHS Media Earns National Yearbook Merit Award
BHS Media Earns National Yearbook Merit Award
The Bellaire High School Yearbook Staff earned the National Yearbook Program of Excellence Award for its 2023 book. The criteria includes making all deadlines, including cover timelines; depicting more than 50% of the student body in the publication at least three times; and having 70% of the student body purchasing yearbooks or an increase in sales by 10% over last year. Pictured with the banner are last year's junior staff who are now seniors.
Reds' Rumble Features Faculty vs Seniors in Athletic Battle
Reds' Rumble Features Faculty vs Seniors in Athletic Battle
Staff: Row 1- Amber Marshall, Carissa Bowman, Myndi Moser, Margie Milton, Robin Schoene, Michelle Maffe, Shawn Valloric. Row 2-Chas Call, Shane Shaffer, Nathan Regel, Joe Bell, J.R. Battista, Nathan Steele, Josh Kernik, Jayson Keyser (Photo by Rylie Porter).
JR Battista, Mac Pettigrew, and Josh Kernik play basketball (Photo by Abigail LaRoche).
Seniors: Row 1- Maci Wade, Makenna Wright, Alexis Morgan, Abigail Laroche, Gracelyn Maupin, Paulina Blank, Kaiya Metcalf, Diamond Payne, Abby Pethel, Allie Ault, Gianna Schmidt, Sidney Rowson, Majestique Jackson. Row 2: Mayson Sochor, Khalil Kimbro, Luca D’Aquila, Drew White, Jayson Lemley, Austin Wiggins, Mac Pettigrew (Photo by Rylie Porter).
Carissa Bowman returns the ball over the net in volleyball (Photo by Abigail LaRoche).
Bellaire High School seniors and staff battled in the annual Reds' Rumble on Thursday, March 21. The first event was Volleyball, and the staff took the victory with the score of 25 -21. The second event was Basketball, which resulted in a tie of 22-22. The next event was Kickball and the seniors took the lead with 2 runs, while the staff followed behind with 1. The final event was Dodgeball, which consisted of two rounds. The staff took the win for the first round, and the seniors won the second. Ultimately, the scores of the games resulted in an overall tie. We would like to thank the seniors and faculty for participating and showing their Big Reds' Pride.
Story by Avery Arno and Tenise Lucien.
Queen of Queens: Abilgail LaRoche, Oliver Kniesner, Leahnna Sparling, Kiernan Porter (Photo by Abby Pethtel). Queen Abigail LaRoche poses after being crowned (Photo by Mason Unterzuber).
Queen of Queens Pageant Held at BHS
Queen of Queens Pageant Held at BHS
The Bellaire High School Queen of Queens pageant is March 20th at 7 pm in the Alumni Auditorium. Admission is $5 at the door. The participants will compete in three categories: introduction in casual attire, talent, and evening gown. The event is held by the Bellaire student Council and arranged by the advisor, Margie Milton, with the help of Robin Schoene acting as the Master of Ceremonies.
The night will begin with each contestant introducing themselves, naming three words that define them, and listing their hobbies. This will be followed by Student Council members Allie Ault, Makenna Wright, and Sidney Rowson introducing the skilled judges, while the candidates prepare to perform. After the talent phase will lead to the evening gown portion of the pageant and a short intermission after the queens show off their dresses.
This year features singers, dancers, and actresses. Abigail LaRoche will be dancing to “We Dance” by Steffany Gretzinger. Oliver Kniesner will sing “All of Me” by John Legend. Kiernan Porter will be performing a skit called “Fifteen Minutes.” Leahnna Sparling will be singing "Til There Was You” from the Broadway Musical The Music Man.
After the talent round, the judges will convene to choose a winner who will represent Bellaire in the OVAC Queen of Queens in July.
Story by Tenise Lucien and Avery Arno
Bellaire High School Presents School the Musical Mean Girls
Thespians Mean Girls Cast: Row 1- Leahnna Sparling, Ashlyn Shimble, Kiernan Porter, Laiken Hibbitts, Landyn Liberatore, Hayden Scott, Oliver Kniesner, Promise Propst. Row 2- Nick Knowlton, Dane Smith, Shane Smalley, Savannah Porter, Laclynn Rice, Rhianna Somerville, Drake Finnicum, Maelynn Rumskey, MaKenzie Lahna, Alexia Husted, Alex Williamson. Row 3- Caitlyn Boyle, Jeyla DeLong, Ed Street, Serenity Anderson, Shane Doty, Gianna Kalinowski, Iris Rogers, Carlee McFeley, Alessa Yocum, Forrest Merryman, Kaylee Jenkins, Nathan Regel, Sam McCloud, Brody McGilton, Ryan Myers, Tison Douglas.
The Bellaire High School Thespians presented the musical Mean Girls. The group features a talented variety of students. Leading roles consist of Laiken Hibbitts as Cady Heron, Kiernan Porter as Regina George, Ashlyn Shimble as Gretchen Weiners, Leahnna Sparling as Karen Smith, Hayden Scott as Damian Hubbard, and Oliver Kniesner as Janis Sarkisan.
The performance tells the story of Cady Heron, who moves to the United States from Kenya. She is quickly outcast from the rest of her peers, but is welcomed by Damian Hubbard and Janis Sarkisan, who help her find her place at North Shore. She meets Regina George, Karen Smith, and Gretchen Weiners, labeled as “The Plastics” who quickly take her under their wing. Cady shows that she has a knack for calculus, but when she meets her first crush, Aaron Samuels, things go awry. Over time, she finds out from Gretchen that Aaron and Regina were together, and that ex-boyfriends are off limits from friends. Regina finds out that Cady has a crush, and she decides to take him back. In vengeance, Cady puts Kalteen bars in Regina’s food with the help of Damian and Janis to make her gain weight. The talent shows rolls around, and The Plastics make their 6th reappearance of “Rockin’ Around the Pole". Cady’s revenge party continues, as she learns a secret from Gretchen about Regina. After that, Regina is kicked out of the friend group due to not following their dress codes, and the remaining girls learn to become fearless.
As a result of this, Cady starts to act just like Regina, taking her place in the Plastic circle. Cady is then crowned as Spring Fling queen, where makes a public speech to apologize to everyone she has hurt at North Shore. There is huge lesson to be learned by all!
-Story by Hayden Scott and Alexia Husted
Laiken Hibbitts plays lead role as Cady Heron in the musical Mean Girls (Photo by Eliana Mason).
Laiken Hibbitts plays lead role as Cady Heron in the musical Mean Girls (Photo by Eliana Mason).
Lead Roles: Row 1- Laiken Hibbitts. Row 2- Leahnna Sparling, Kiernan Porter, Ashlyn Shimble. Row 3- Promise Propst, Hayden Scott, Oliver Knienser, Landyn Liberatore (Photo by Alexia Husted).
Lead Roles: Row 1- Laiken Hibbitts. Row 2- Leahnna Sparling, Kiernan Porter, Ashlyn Shimble. Row 3- Promise Propst, Hayden Scott, Oliver Knienser, Landyn Liberatore (Photo by Alexia Husted).
Hayden Scott and Oliver Knienser opened the musical with a song (Photo by Leahnna Sparling).
Hayden Scott and Oliver Knienser opened the musical with a song (Photo by Leahnna Sparling).
National Honor Society Hosts Blood Drive and Yields 26 Donations
National Honor Society Hosts Blood Drive and Yields 26 Donations
Brenna Banal and Mason Unterzuber smile while donating blood (Phtoto by Kaiya Metcalf).
Holding signs and directions during the event are Chelsey Lednik, Kaylee Jenkins, and Sam McCloud. (Photo by Allie Ault).
Abby Pathtel and Gianna Schmidt rest after donating blood (Photo by Allie Ault).
On Tuesday, March 5, the National Honor Society hosted a blood drive at Bellaire High School. Students, ages sixteen and up, were given the opportunity to sign up and give toward a well deserving cause. This event was made possible with the help of Vitalant, the sponsoring business, munificent donors, and the volunteers provided by NHS. A large shout out goes to Mr. Nathan Regel, the advisor whom made this whole event viable.
The act of blood donation is completely overlooked; although it is a necessity in the world. While donating blood may not seem large, it is extremely beneficial. It plays a huge impact in the medical field, especially with there being a blood shortage and all sorts of diseases going around. For each one donor, their blood gives opportunity to save up to three lives. The process of donation is quite simple. You must have been of or over the age of sixteen, healthy and not recently fighting illness, and meet the weight requirement of 110 pounds. Along with this, you could not donate with low iron. Once beginning the process, it only takes a short amount of time. From the time you are sat in a chair, to resting and snacking up, it only takes about 10-20 minutes.
This event attracted 26 units of blood, which is enough blood to be distributed to assisting in the lives of 62 men and women. A select amount of donors were also given the option to donate plasma. On behalf of Bellaire High School, we would like to thank all individuals who donated and assisted in making this event possible, along with run smoothly.
Story by Rylie Porter and Riley Zonker
Congratulations to Mac Pettigrew and Zara Harveth on Achieveing 1,000 Points in their High School Career
Mac Pettigrew reacts after scoring his 1,00th point in the Bridgeport game (Photo by MacSnaps).
Posing with her commemorative ball after scoring her 1,000th point in the Sectional Meadowbrook game is Zara Harveth (Photo by Bri) Harveth.
Basketball Players and Cheerleaders Pose on Senior Night
Senior Cheerleaders: Row 1 - Abigail LaRoche, Kaiya Metcalf, Makenna Wright, Abby Pethtel, and Diamond Payne.
Senior Boys' Basketball Players: Row 2 - Luca D'Aquila, Mayson Sochor, and Mac Pettigrew (Photo by Avery Arno).
Sydney Rowson and Allie Ault pose for senior night in the House of Champions (Photo by Gianna Schmidt).
WVU Medicine Hosts Life Saving Stop the Bleed Assembly
Christopher Kees, Levi Graham, and Deonikes Swiger learn how to pack a wound (Photo by Robin Schoene).
Hayden Scott and Janyah Johnson work together to stop a bleed on a mannequin (Photo by Robin Schoene).
Kai Brehm takes advice from the WVU Medicine Staff on how to tie a tourniquet (Photo by Robin Schoene).
SOS Hosts Assembly to Teach Student Body about Programs
SOS Hosts Assembly to Teach Student Body about Programs
SOS: Row 1- Mac Pettigrew. Row 2 - Janyah Johnson, Avery Arno, Addison Weeks, Dominic Hopkins, Graham Campbell, Kaylee Jenkins. Row 3 - Zara Harveth, Khalil Kimbro, Marli Williams, Rebecca DiFabrizio, (Shaye and Jayla Ask Yourself Why Not), Dorothy Matusic, Dane D’Aquila, Aubriel Dodds, Abby Myers (Photo by Rylie Porter).
Bellaire’s Sources of Strength is a new group that has been formed in the 2023-2024 school year. Each grade level has a select number of students who make up SOS. This group is a peer-led program designed to build protective influences across the student population using youth leaders from the diverse groups to develop programming and messaging aimed at changing the norms and behaviors, and reducing the risky behaviors of their peers. These leaders are the following: Seniors: Mac Pettigrew, Khalil Kimbro, Janyah Johnson and Majestique Jackson; Juniors: Avery Arno, Sam McCloud, Kaylee Jenkins, Zara Harveth, Brenna Banal and Bradyn Beckett; Sophomores: Graham Campbell, Marli Williams, Aubriel Dodds, Dane D’Aquila and Kaleb Tanner; Freshmen: Addison Weeks, Abby Myers, Dominic Hopkins, Elizabeth Mayer, Alex Padgett and Shane Doty.
The SOS Mission Statement states that they are made up of diverse students and adults from many different corners and cultures of Bellaire High School. Their mission is to spread hope, help, strength and positivity into every corner of our community. The main goal of the members’ is to want their voices to be heard, for they hold great power, which is used to break the silence when someone is struggling, and to connect them to the help they need and deserve. They also wish to spread hope by focusing on stories of strength, rather than trauma.
The Sources of Strength is advised by BHS Spanish teacher, Rebecca DiFabrizio, Student Services coordinator, Dorothy Matusic, and history teacher, Jamie Campbell. These faculty members have already started on their mission to spread positivity throughout the school and community. Currently the members have hosted a Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week, held an assembly to help build confidence, hosted a Turkey Trot for both the school and the community, put together a school 3 on 3 basketball tournament, and has also help volunteer and donate to the Bellaire Methodist Church.
Sophomore leader, Marli Williams, has stated, “Being a member of SOS means a lot to me because it focuses on mental health, and I feel the students attending Bellaire High School need to be lifted up and encouraged to do better things in school.” Williams also said, “SOS is important to be involved in school groups and to engage with other peers, so we can reach every corner of every person in the school; and make Bellaire an overall better place.” Junior leader, Avery Arno, has also stated, “Volunteering at the church fills me with happiness, and I enjoy donating supplies to the people in need.”
-Story by Riley Zonker
Addison Weeks informs the student body about the assembly (Photo by Rylie Porter).
Giving a speech is Janyah Johnson (Photo by Rylie Porter).
Marli Williams delivers an inspiring message (Photo by Rylie Porter).
National Honor Society Members Inducted at Evening Ceremony
National Honor Society Members Inducted at Evening Ceremony
Bellaire’s National Honor Society inducted 27 new members to join the 17 veterans. During the induction, the officers of NHS introduced the program, stated the pillars of leadership, read biographies for new members, and all recited the NHS creed for new members who then repeated the oath. These officers are the following: President Drew White, Vice President Allie Ault, Treasurer Abigail LaRoche, and Secretary Sidney Rowson.
To be inducted into NHS, students had to gain a total of 90 points; these are gained from the four pillars: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. Scholarship is earned from a student’s G.P.A., a minimum of 3.5 is needed to be eligible and climbs one point per number starting at 78 points and totaling 85 points. Service is based what school activities or community work a student has been a part of, and this can total up to 5 points. Leadership is awarded by one point for each elected office office held and/or any honor received in any scheduled competition; as a result, these can tally up to 5 points for a student. Character is rated from the staff of Bellaire High School, and each student will be given a minimum of 1 or a maximum to conclude their final category.
The National Honor Society is advised by BHS science teacher, Mr. Nathan Regel, who has already started on his mission to allow members to become more active in the community and help the students represent the student body. Currently the members of NHS have helped with the tutoring of elementary and middle school students.
Veteran member, Janyah Johnson, has stated, “I think the importance of NHS is showing peers that working hard to accomplish and achieve is worth it in the end. As a veteran, I want to inspire more people to try hard and achieve their personal goals in life.”
-Story by Ava Marinacci and Riley Zonker
National Honor Society: Row 1- Janyah Johnson, Abigail LaRoche, Sidney Rowson, Drew White, Allie Ault, Kiernan Porter, Makenna Wright, Morgan Trammell. Row 2- Iris Rogers, Kaiya Metcalf, Abby Pethtel, Gianna Schmidt, Logan Edgar, Luca D'Aquila, Leahnna Sparling, Mayson Sochor. Row 3- Ashlyn Shimble, Brody McGilton, Tenise Lucien, Rhyan O'Grady, Brenna Banal, Mason Unterzuber, Olivia Weyrick. Row 4- Sam McCloud, Chelsey Lednik, Rylie Porter, Grant Vasey, Brody Blazek, Ava Marinacci, Eliana Mason. Row 5- Promise Propst, Jake Craig, Kaylee Jenkins, Avery Arno, Ashlyn Rose. Row 6- Landon Preston, Laiken Hibbitts, Aidan Brady, Zara Harveth. Row 7- Koltan Henthorn, Hayden Scott, Riley Zonker, Lauren Menendez (Photo by Alexia Husted).
New NHS Inductee Chelsey Lednik lights her candle during the ceremony while her biography is read (Photo by Dane D'Aquila).
Students Do Battle in Annual Free for All Competition of Classes
Students Do Battle in Annual Free for All Competition of Classes
Seniors: Row 1- Diamond Payne, Kaiya Metcalf, Abigail LaRoche, Gianna Schmidt, Allie Ault, Abby Pethtel, Sidney Rowson. Row 2- Mac Pettigrew, Mayson Sochor, Dalton Smelko, Luca D'Aquila, Jayson Lemley, Drew White, Logan Edgar, Majestique Jackson, Alexis Morgan, Makenna Wright, Khalil Kimbro (Photo by Weyrick).
Juniors: Row 1- Zara Harveth, Eliana Mason, Tenise Lucien, Ashlyn Rose, Avery Arno, Ava Marinacci, Rylie Porter, Brenna Banal. Row 2- Ethan Ostrander, Brody Blazek, Jaden Powell, Koltan Henthorn, Aidan Brady, Landon Preston, Mason Unterzuber, Riley Zonker, Roddee Bruce, Jake Craig, Keegan Davis. (Photo by Sparling).
Sophomores: Row 1- Baylee Hornbeck, Mya Marinacci, Tegan Corbett, Avery Shaver, Jocelyn Somerville, Adrianna Leigh, Alyson Vingia. Row 2- Mason Palenicek, Scott Balsei, Kayse Rejonis, Dane D'Aquila, Stephen Bell, Alex Ney, Gavin Alloway, Collin Snider, Quentin Scott, Kai Brehm (Photo by Sparling).
Freshmen: Row 1-Joshalynn Hranko, Elizabeth Mayer, Marley Higgs, Rachel McAninch, Isabelle Giffin, Emilee Menendez, Harmonee' Lowe, Kayla Edgar, Lily Zeller, Aubree Hines. Row 2- Kai'jon Cerritos, Kole Gonglik, Trevor Dowery, Alex Padgett, Michael Dippel, Jace Violet, Dalton Baker, Baron Batenburg, Raekwon Pettigrew, James Porco, Braeden Schmidli, Ethan Dodd, Rylin McMahon (Photo by LaRoche).
On Thursday, November 16th, Bellaire High School students participated in several events during the annual Free for All. The senior class took the victory, taking first in Musical Chairs, the Wheelbarrow Race, the Second Medley Relay, Tic-Tac-Toe, and Pom-Pom Pass. The freshmen came in second, winning the Dizzy Relay, Dodge Ball, and The First Medley Relay. The juniors came in third winning Tug of War, while the sophomores followed behind in fourth. Congratulations to the senior class for taking the winning title, and defeating the underclassmen. We would like to thank the students and staff for donating and watching their fellow Big Reds come together for a fun event.
-Story by Tenise Lucien and Avery Arno
First Donkey Basketball Fundraiser Held at Bellaire High School
First Donkey Basketball Fundraiser Held at Bellaire High School
On Thursday, November 9th, the Bellaire High School cheer squad and basketball team held a fundraiser called Donkey Basketball. The Bellaire Elementary staff, Middle School staff, senior basketball players and senior cheerleaders faced off for a victory. The event featured a special guest from News 7, who joined the senior basketball team. The first game was won by the senior basketball team, with a score of 8-2. During intermission, children under the age of 12 were able to ride the donkeys for the experience. The second game was won by the Middle School staff, with a score of 8-2. Then, both teams would face off in a winner’s bracket, with a win by the Staff members, with a score of 2-0.
-Story by Alexia Husted and Hayden Scott.
Senior Sisters and Brothers: Row 1- Abigail LaRoche, Kaiya Metcalf, Makenna Wright, Maci Wade. Row 2- Logan Edgar, Mac Pettigrew, Khalil Kimbro, Chickie LaMotte. Row 3- Gracelyn Maupin, Majestique Jackson, Gianna Schmidt, Sidney Rowson. Row 4- Dalton Smelko, Lane Clark, Drew White, Austin Wiggins. Row 5- Alexis Morgan, Diamond Payne, Allie Ault. Row 6- Joey Nixon, Jayson Lemley, David Murphy, Luca D'Aquila (Photo by Abby Pethtel).
Senior Sisters and Brothers Keep Tradition
The Big Reds defeated Martins Ferry in battle for SPARKY (Sportsmanship, Achievement, Rivalry, Knowledge, and Youth) to remain in its rightful home!
Bellaire has gone head to head with Martins Ferry since 1907; Bellaire leads the record with 56 wins over Ferry’s 53 and a combined total of 7 ties.
The countdown to the kickoff included a Spirit Week sponsored by the Bellaire Cheerleaders, in a week-long celebration to boost the Big Reds’ morale for the win. Spirit week is a beloved way to celebrate this year's football season and show the love for the All American Town, while having fun and displaying school pride.
To show spirit, students and faculty are asked to dress up accordingly:
October 16th, is Magical Monday
- Dress up as a magical creature or anything that has to do with magic.
October 17th, is Toy Tuesday
-It’s a battle between Barbie’s and Ken’s vs. the GI Joes. Wear your best pink outfit or camo gear to represent.
October 18th, is Wishful Wednesday
- Wishing for a different time of year? Dress up as your favorite holiday.
October 19th, is Thesaurus Thursday
- Find a partner and rhyme without reason.
October 20th, is Favorite Friday
-Dress as a Big Red and wear red and black.
Ferry week events included a pep rally and parade to Nelson Field for a traditional bonfire. Bellaire defetaed Martines Ferry 41-14 Saturday to keep SPARKY in Bellaire. As a result, Bellaire advanced to playoffs to take on Nelsonville York.
Article by Brenna Banal
Abigail LaRoche, Allie Ault, Gianna Schmidt, Makenna Wright, Abby Pethtel, Sidney Rowson, and Kaiya Metcalf pose on Barbie Toy Tuesday (Photo by Khalil Kimbro).
Joey Tarasi is Dr. Seuss's Cat in the Hat on Magical Monday (Photo by Abigail LaRoche).
Baylee Hornbeck and Alyson Vingia smile for a photo on Thesaraus Thursday (Photo by Riley Zonker).
Thespians Perform Arsenic & Old Lace at the Bellaire Public Library
Thespians Perform Arsenic & Old Lace at the Bellaire Public Library
The Bellaire High School Thespians performed Arsenic and Old Lace October 13 at the Bellaire Public Library.
The show, set in the 1940’s, tells the comedic tale of two old aunts, Abby and Martha Brewster, as they care for their guests with a pinch of poison. All the old ladies want in their life is for no one to feel lonely or sad. While the ladies are in the kitchen one day, their play critic nephew, Mortimer Brewster, looks in the window seat to find the body of one of the gentlemen poisoned and killed. This leads to a spiral of questioned insanity; Mortimer feels as though he’s going mad. This feeling is worsened when his sister and her accomplice show up at the door. Joanna Brewster and her doctor friend, Heidi Einstein, arrive with another dead body. Mortimer is challenged with getting his deranged sister out of the house and trying to contain his aunts’ murderous tendencies. He eventually gets ahold of his brother, Teddy, who believes he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and sends him off to Happy Dale along with his aunts.
The cast of Arsenic and Old Lace consists of leading roles: Hayden Scott as Mortimer Brewster, Kiernan Porter as Abby Brewster, Leahnna Sparling as Martha Brewster, Elizabeth Showalter and Joanna Brewster, Brody McGilton as Teddy Brewster, Ashlyn Shimble as Heidi Einstein, Laiken Hibbitts as Elaine Harper.
Secondary characters include: Alexia Husted as Reverend Harper, Oliver Kneisner as Officer O’Hara, Promise Propst as Lieutenant Rooney, Luke Brady as Mr. Witherspoon, AJ Taylor as Mr. Gibbs, Iris Rogers as Officer Brophy, Sam McCloud as Officer Klein, Kaylee Jenkins as Officer McDurby, MaKenzie Lahna as Officer Samuels. Jeyla Delong and Drake Finnicum round out the rest of the cast as Body One and Body Two.
-Article by Brenna Banal
Thespians: Row 1- Sam McCloud, Ashlyn Shimble, Elizabeth Showalter, Laiken Hibbitts, Hayden Scott, Leahnna Sparling, Kiernan Porter, Brody McGilton, Oliver Kniesner, Shane Doty, and Ed Street. Row 2- Alexia Husted, MaKenzie Lahna, Promise Probst, Iris Rodgers, AJ Taylor, Luke Brady, Kaylee Jenkins, and Jeyla Delong (Photo by The Times Leader).
Thespians: Row 1- Sam McCloud, Ashlyn Shimble, Elizabeth Showalter, Laiken Hibbitts, Hayden Scott, Leahnna Sparling, Kiernan Porter, Brody McGilton, Oliver Kniesner, Shane Doty, and Ed Street. Row 2- Alexia Husted, MaKenzie Lahna, Promise Probst, Iris Rodgers, AJ Taylor, Luke Brady, Kaylee Jenkins, and Jeyla Delong (Photo by The Times Leader).
Ashlyn Shimble, Hayden Scott, and Elizabeth Showalter perform in the play (Photo by Rylie Porter).
Volley for a Cure Game Raises Money
Volley for a Cure Game Raises Money
The Bellaire High School volleyball team recently had a fundraiser to help raise money for a member in their community. Itsy Maupin is currently off work because he is fighting pancreatic cancer, so the Big Reds decided to try and help his family financially by hosting a volleyball game called Volley for a Cure to help the Maupin family.
“Why is this cause important?” Michelle Weyrick said, “We currently have a Big Reds' volleyball player whose Dad is fighting pancreatic cancer. As a team, we need to show our support! We are using Volley for a Cure as our sponsor to help raise money. Mr. Maupin can no longer work due to his treatments, so we are hoping to help with the financial burden. In addition to raising money, we are expecting to have a night of fun for the family. When you are going through struggles, it is nice to have something to take your mind off of things,” Explained Weyrick.
The goal for this fundraiser was to raise at least $1,000. The entire community came out and supported with a giant student section. The Bellaire Marching Band also contributed by playing "The National Anthem" and the "Bellaire Fight song." People donated baskets for the Chinese auction. Many people bought 50/50 raffle tickets and purchased shirts. Both teams came together at the end of the game and got a picture with Maupin in their matching shirts. The Bellaire team got him a gift as well. Overall, everyone who came out and supported had a great time. The Lady Reds won the game.
“This is devastating, but it really brought light on how much support we have from family, friends, and the community.” Maupin commented. He said the best advice he could give would be to never lose hope. Therefore, Volley for a Cure was a huge success and the family appreciates all of the help they have received.
Article by Brenna Banal and Olivia Weyrick
Photos are of Itsy Maupin receiving a gift and support at the volleyball game from Bellaire and the Martins Ferry and Bellaire Volleyball teams posinig together in their shirts (Photos by Khalil Kimbro and Rylie Porter).
Homecoming Weekend Is Successful for Royalty
Homecoming Court: Row 1- Gianna Schmidt, Abigail LaRoche, Allie Ault, Abby Pethtel, Gracelyn Maupin, Sidney Rowson. Row 2- Mac Pettigrew, Drew White, Logan Edgar, Luca D'Aquila, Khalil Kimbro, Chickie LaMotte (Photo by MacSnaps).
Homecoming King Mac Pettigrew and Queen Abigail LaRoche pose for a photo at the Homecoming Dance (Photo by Madison Miller).
On August 25th, the Homecoming Court was announced at a pep rally held in the BHS auditorium. The candidates for the boys were Luca D’Aquila, Logan Edgar, Khalil Kimbro, Chickie LaMotte, Mac Pettigrew, and Drew White. On the girls’ side, the nominees were Allie Ault, Abigail LaRoche, Gracelyn Maupin, Abby Pethtel, Sidney Rowson, and Gianna Schmidt.
On September 15th, the Homecoming Court along with the band and Red Line will march through town visiting businesses to boost the town's excitement. Afterward, there will be a pep rally for the student body that includes skits and games with court members.
On September 16th, the queen candidates, cheerleaders, Red Line, and band will parade to Nelson Field, leading to the kickoff of the 2023 Homecoming Football Game against the Cambridge Bobcats. During half time, all of the queen candidates will be recognized and the 2023 Homecoming Queen will be crowned.
During the dance, the king candidates will be recognized and the 2023 Homecoming King will be crowned. Shortly after the crowning, both King and Queen will have the first dance, leading way for the festivities to start.
-Article by Eliana Mason and Mason Unterzuber
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