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The Beachcomber

The student news site of Beachwood High School.

The Beachcomber

I see kids doing it all the time, and it can be difficult because Beachwood’s so small and [students] want to be a part of the community,” Spanish teacher Daria Cayne said.

Even in a Diverse School, Assimilation Can be a Formidable Force

Hiba Ali, Staff Writer January 27, 2020

Beachwood takes pride in its diversity and acceptance; however, some students still feel the pressure to assimilate. Assimilation is the act of changing aspects of one’s identity, including cultural...

Representative Adam Schiff reads articles of impeachment before the Senate on Jan. 16, 2020.

Students Weigh-in on Trump’s Impeachment

Yoav Pinhasi, Staff Writer January 25, 2020

On Dec. 18, 2019, President Donald J. Trump joined the likes of Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton when the House of Representatives voted to impeach him on counts of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. Trump...

The first episode of What I Wish You Knew, the Beachcombers first web series.

What I Wish You Knew: The Birds and the Weaves

Elizabeth Metz, Multimedia Editor December 13, 2019

 The Beachcomber is launching a new web series, What I Wish You Knew, focused on the politics of identity. In this first episode, directed by Elizabeth Metz, students Nadia Hall, Kamryn Clark, J'khai...

The Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir consists of three regions: Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh.

Kashmir: The Real Story

Sanjana Murthy, Staff Writer November 24, 2019

India and Pakistan have fought a number of wars and skirmishes since the 1947 partition. The conflict over Kashmir has been the cause of much of the fighting. Demographics The Indian State of Jammu...

Mayfield High School senior Emmie Rotsky works on fall crafts with a group of elementary students.

TEACH Program Trains Future Educators

Prerna Mukherjee, Managing Editor November 11, 2019

The TEACH (Teacher Education and Children’s Health) Excel TECC program offers students the opportunity to learn about childhood education and to gain experience to prepare them for a career working with...

“There is this push for more and more technology in the classroom, too,” English teacher Josh Davis said regarding electronics in school.  “More and more apps, more and more test prep and different online programs that are supposed to supplement education.”

Educators Consider the Pros and Cons of Cell Phones in the Classroom

Roberto DeMarchi, Staff Writer November 3, 2019

As cell phones have become increasingly omnipresent and powerful, schools, including BHS, must try to strike a balance between what is useful and what is disruptive as far as electronics are concerned. “The...

In 2017, white students averaged 24.8 on the ACT while African American students received an average score of 18.4.

Same School, Different Levels

Carrington Peavy, Features Editor September 28, 2019

Beachwood City Schools is a thriving and diverse school district home to a population of over 1,500 students.  The district is ranked #6 in Ohio, according to the most recent school report card data....

“Right now, there’s like a weird status quo, that Taiwan and China are just kind of mutually denying one another, said Senior Stephanie Yen, who is Taiwanese.

China-Taiwan Conflict: The View From Beachwood

Roberto DeMarchi, Staff Writer September 23, 2019

As tensions between Taiwan and China simmer, students at Beachwood have mixed, subdued feelings on the matter. “‘I’m not too patriotic, but I won’t be happy if Taiwan is integrated into China,”...

An anti-Semitic flyer was posted on the sign in front of the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage in July.

Hate Crime on the Rise

Prerna Mukherjee, Managing Editor September 20, 2019

David Johnson went back-to-school shopping with his wife and granddaughter on Aug. 3 at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas. Arturo Benavides, a war veteran, was checking out at the cash register. Jordan Anchondo...

Indian Military Moves Into Kashmir Region and Human Rights Move Out

Indian Military Moves Into Kashmir Region and Human Rights Move Out

Hiba Ali, Staff Writer September 20, 2019

Death and despair are visible in the artwork of Kashmiri children who have been exposed to violence in the region of Kashmir, now controlled by the Indian military. These images indicate evidence of...

A political cartoon titled Murder Weapon, illustrated by the author.

Protecting Lives or Protecting Guns?

Amy Chen, Staff Writer September 18, 2019

Only 13 hours after the Aug. 3 shooting in El Paso, Texas, a 24-year old opened fire on a crowded street in Dayton, Ohio. Within 32 seconds, 27 were wounded, including 10 now reported dead. This is...

Junior Amanda Bendis admires Kamala Harris and Elizabeth Warren.

Students Weigh-in On 2020 Election

Joe Spero, Sports Editor September 16, 2019

Although the 2020 election is over a year away, many students are already engaged in the process. “There is a really great field [of candidates]” sophomore Greg Perryman said.  “There are...

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