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Prison Labor and Modern Legacy of Slavery

Byron S. Knight, Reporter March 8, 2024

   "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."...

Everything You Need to Know About the Israel-Palestine Conflict

Everything You Need to Know About the Israel-Palestine Conflict

Maia O’Brien, Editor-in-Chief March 8, 2024

   Whenever you open the news, it’s inevitable that you’ve seen something regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict. There are new stories and information coming out daily.     “I try to read...

Leap Year: What Is It Good For?

Leap Year: What Is It Good For?

Frederick Brock, Reporter February 28, 2024

   Leap year is a peculiar occurrence. It adds Feb. 29 as an additional day in a typically 28-day month. It comes by almost every four years, but why is that?     There has been extensive science...

Black History Month: Black Inventors Paving the Way

Black History Month: Black Inventors Paving the Way

Marciana J. Johnson, Sports Reporter February 27, 2024

Gas Heating Furnace: Alice H. Parker     Alice Parker was an engineer and inventor from New Jersey. Although there is very little know about her upbringing, we know she graduated from Howard University....

A Guide to Being a First Time Voter

A Guide to Being a First Time Voter

Maia O’Brien, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2024

  You’ll very commonly hear that voting is important, but why is it? Voting is important because it allows you to have a say in the elected officials that are supposed to represent the citizens. It...

Dual vs. AP Classes in High School

Dual vs. AP Classes in High School

Ashley Torres, Spanish Editor February 23, 2024

   In most high schools in the United States, a variety of classes are offered to the students to choose from, depending on what their preferences and skills are; however, it might be difficult deciding...

Jillian Jackson is BHS 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year

Jillian Jackson is BHS 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year

Abigail Hord, Reporter February 23, 2024

   What qualities do your favorite teachers have? Are they patient with their students? Do they create a safe, loving classroom environment for their students?     By definition, a teacher is a...

Navigating Student Financial Aid

Navigating Student Financial Aid

Rhys Stephens, Reporter February 23, 2024

   College, while generally a beneficial opportunity, is quite an economic hurdle. Were everyone required to front the full amount for schooling, only a miniscule percentage of the population could afford...

Capstone Tips for Rising Seniors

Capstone Tips for Rising Seniors

Byron S. Knight, Reporter February 12, 2024

     The Blackman Collegiate Academy (BCA) offers an extra cord for your graduation gown, preparation for your college workload, and a compelling addition to your college applications. The height of...

A Students Guide to ACT Success

A Student’s Guide to ACT Success

Rhys Stephens, Reporter February 1, 2024

   If there’s one test that bears with it a particular stench of rigor, it’s the ACT. Taking approximately three hours to complete, it’s likely one of the longest exams you’ll do – and one...

What Type of College is Best For You?

What Type of College is Best For You?

Frederick Brock, Reporter February 1, 2024

   As the final semester of school begins for Blackman seniors, many are considering the best college options for after graduation. Luckily, there are choices available across the state.  Community...

Blackman Band Members Soar to Success at Midstate

Blackman Band Members Soar to Success at Midstate

Jackson Bratko, Reporter January 31, 2024

   In many music education systems in the United States, students have the opportunity to audition for various honor bands or ensembles at the district, regional or state levels. These auditions often...

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