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Car drives through pouring rain.
Students return from winter break to monstrosity
January 31, 2023
Rain pours onto a freeway in California, leaving the roads dangerous. Photo from: The LA Times
The effect of California storm on homeless community
January 20, 2023
Brittney Griner finally leaves Russia after almost a year. Photo from the New York Times
WNBA Star Brittney Griner traded out of Russian jail
December 16, 2022
Sophomore crowd cheers in excitement as they watch their grade compete.
2022 Color Wars sparks healthy competition
November 8, 2022
Sophomore Tali Goldkorn goes all out for Shades Day.
Homecoming spirit week: a week of disco
October 20, 2022
Argentinian players celebrate penalty shootout victory over the Netherlands. Photo from The Telegraph
Chaos at FIFA World Cup 2022 : semi-final matchups set
December 14, 2022
Homecoming prince Michael Larian and princess Amelia Teschner ride around the track in a convertible.
Students perform at homecoming halftime show
November 1, 2022
Listed above are the scores of the first three home games.
Homecoming football game makes a magical night
October 18, 2022
Boys varsity water polo team plays against Milken Community School. “I used to be nervous before games. I’d be nervous to make mistakes during the game, but now I keep in a state of mind where I’m calm but at the same time I’m ready to play physically and bring that aggressive mindset to the game,” Varsity Co-Captain Givi Mchedlishvili said. Photo by: Shayda Dadvand
Meet the boys water polo team captains
September 28, 2022
Girls varsity team plays first game. Photo by: KBEV
Girls varsity volleyball kicks off year with win
September 14, 2022
A stack of AP prep books
Discrepancies between AP grades, test scores raise concerns
June 1, 2022
Editorial: COVID testing should continue, prevent the spread of COVID
Editorial: COVID testing should continue, prevent the spread of COVID
April 28, 2022
Image courtesy of Flickr
As a Russian, I am angered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
March 1, 2022
Photo by: Gaby Doyle
Editorial: Students need to respect mask guidelines, school rules
December 16, 2021
Photo by: Candice Anvari
Editorial: ASB’s preparation for homecoming deserves applause, recognition
November 3, 2021
The cast of Abbott Elementary wins the “Musical or Comedy TV Series” award. Photo by Us Weekly.
2023 Golden Globes: a recap
January 27, 2023
A close-up of the cookies. after baking.
An interesting cookie recipe: oatmeal-blueberry-cinnamon-chocolate cookies
November 29, 2022
People gather in downtown LA to rally for freedom in Iran.
Persian students’ connections to Iranian culture
November 22, 2022
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever releases in theaters around the world Photo by: Marvel and Disney Studios
‘Wakanda Forever’ does justice to first ‘Black Panther’ movie
November 22, 2022
Taylor Swift’s new album “Midnights” released on October 21 at midnight EST. Taylor Swifts album cover + Ruby Matenkos border design
Taylor Swift’s new album “Midnights” breaks records
October 27, 2022
Senior and Dance Company member Ori Cohen Raab hugs Albion Street student. “I wanted to cry, she was so cute,” Cohen Raab said. “I wish I could see her again.”
Seniors take trip to Albion St. Elementary
January 20, 2023
Sophomore Kate Oller studies for her classes.
AP teacher’s perspective on AP classes; why do students feel the need to take them?
December 6, 2022
Ms. Susan Fox poses for the camera.
Teacher Features: Ms. Susan Fox
November 8, 2022
Law attorney and author Allison Margolin writes book Just Dope
Beverly alumna talks about book ‘Just Dope’
October 20, 2022
Students dance at homecoming to music put on by Pitbull’s DJ.
Students dance the night away at the disco homecoming dance
October 15, 2022
Someone colors. Photo by: So and So
NormanAid’s help throughout the year
May 31, 2022
Freshmen Vincent Li and Evan Egerman duel one another in a thought-provoking game of chess. Photo taken by Golsa Sadrieh.
New library staff persevere to better the library
May 31, 2022
Junior Jory Kanaan comforts sophomore Jasmine Mehdizadeh. “Sometimes I just need a friend to be there,” Mehdizadeh said. Photo by: Shayda Dadvand
Students, teachers push through mental health struggles
May 31, 2022
Senior Victor Buschauds Beach Building
Advanced Architecture student inspired by buildings in Singapore
May 24, 2022
Math teacher Joshua Glass high-fives one of his teammates after their second time beating the seniors.
Teachers beat seniors in dodgeball game
May 23, 2022
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Theater teacher retires after 38 years of teaching

June 2, 2022
A stack of AP prep books

Discrepancies between AP grades, test scores raise concerns

June 1, 2022
Someone colors. Photo by: So and So

NormanAid’s help throughout the year

May 31, 2022
Freshmen Vincent Li and Evan Egerman duel one another in a thought-provoking game of chess. Photo taken by Golsa Sadrieh.

New library staff persevere to better the library

May 31, 2022
Life is too short to drink mediocre coffee, so don’t go to Philz

Life is too short to drink mediocre coffee, so don’t go to Philz

May 27, 2022
Senior Victor Buschauds Beach Building

Advanced Architecture student inspired by buildings in Singapore

May 24, 2022
Math teacher Joshua Glass high-fives one of his teammates after their second time beating the seniors.

Teachers beat seniors in dodgeball game

May 23, 2022
Band, orchestra teacher retires after three decades of teaching

Band, orchestra teacher retires after three decades of teaching

May 22, 2022
Photo courtesy of American Life League

Supreme Court plans to overturn abortion rights cases, students react

May 13, 2022
ASB organizes Met Gala-themed prom 

ASB organizes Met Gala-themed prom 

May 12, 2022
Image labeled for reuse by Flickr.

‘The Ultimatum’: twisted, captivating or both? 

May 5, 2022
Image by: Ricky Lee

Broadcast, culinary students win awards in SkillsUSA, advance to nationals

April 30, 2022
Editorial: COVID testing should continue, prevent the spread of COVID

Editorial: COVID testing should continue, prevent the spread of COVID

April 28, 2022
Photo courtesy of Wizarding World.

‘Fantastic Beasts’ series proves to be unnecessary continuation of ‘Harry Potter’

April 28, 2022
Take it or Make it: How to make matzo lasagna

Take it or Make it: How to make matzo lasagna

April 20, 2022
Will Ferenc, Andrew Galen and Gregory Forston fixing a wiring issue.

Robotics wins imagery award at LA regional

April 8, 2022
Senior Brianna Del Rio hands a student his prize for winning a game at the Probability Fair.

Math class hosts Probability Fair, plays games 

April 7, 2022
ASB hosts annual UCLA blood drive

ASB hosts annual UCLA blood drive

March 31, 2022
Photo Credit: Emma Newman

Korean Language and Culture club raises money for Korean, Ukrainian refugees

March 31, 2022
Photo courtesy of NME.

‘The Batman’ is exactly the fresh start needed for the series

March 31, 2022
Image courtesy of Alex Breitman

Will Judd releases new single ‘Thinking’

March 30, 2022
Junior Keren Lifschitz won a Silver Key for the photo, titled “Pursuit of Happiness.”

Students place at Scholastic Art and Writing Awards

March 24, 2022
Image: Courtesy of AcaDeca

AcaDeca students compete, win awards 

March 23, 2022
Take it or Make it: How to make Lucky Charms bark 

Take it or Make it: How to make Lucky Charms bark 

March 17, 2022
Students find sense of community, connect to culture in Persian Student Union

Students find sense of community, connect to culture in Persian Student Union

March 10, 2022
Image labeled for reuse by Flickr.

Amnesty International educates students through death penalty project

March 10, 2022
Students get stuck in elevator after COVID testing, administration responds

Students get stuck in elevator after COVID testing, administration responds

March 10, 2022
Cordycep Monument portrays a statue in ancient ruins that would be infested by parasitic fungi called cortisol using Procreate. I had the fungi infest a remnant of a lost civilization like a live statue. If this were a game, youd be able to interact with it and it would say some weird riddle, Yang said.

AP Studio Art student concocts fungal universe through design 

March 10, 2022
Image labeled for reuse by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

UC Berkeley might cut student admissions, students react

March 1, 2022
Ava Spina playing Wordle in class. Photo credit: Defne Onal

Wordle craze helps students connect

March 1, 2022
Image courtesy of Flickr

As a Russian, I am angered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

March 1, 2022
Photo taken by Emma Newman

Mask mandates in school to end March 12

February 28, 2022
Courtesy of BHHS Wrestling

Varsity wrestlers reach Masters, team’s season ends 

February 28, 2022
Photo courtesy of EcranLarge.

‘Nightmare Alley’ overuses trope of magician act 

February 24, 2022
Photo by: Mia Fienberg

Boys varsity soccer loses CIF game against Bishop Amat Lancers

February 17, 2022
Photo by: Kate Kotlyar

Girls varsity soccer season ends after first CIF match

February 17, 2022
Guest speaker Ryan Weiss answers questions in Season 2, Episode 1 of “Make Today Well Lived.”

NormanAid’s ‘Make Today Well Lived’ podcast addresses mental health struggles

February 16, 2022
Take it or Make it: How to make Rice Krispie treats 

Take it or Make it: How to make Rice Krispie treats 

February 14, 2022
Public domain image

SAT to switch to online by 2024

February 10, 2022
Photo by: Mia Fienberg

Boys and girls varsity soccer teams win league games against Leuzinger Olympians, progress to CIF

February 3, 2022
A covid kit in the STC testing center. Photo taken by Defne Onal.

Students, staff adjust to class during Omicron outbreak 

February 1, 2022
B3/B4 modernization progresses as construction persists on BHHS campus

B3/B4 modernization progresses as construction persists on BHHS campus

February 1, 2022
Public domain image

‘Scream’ copies much of original, adds new layer of shock value

January 31, 2022
Take it or Make it: How to make salted caramel brownies

Take it or Make it: How to make salted caramel brownies

January 27, 2022
Image labeled for reuse by Flickr.

Weeknd’s ‘Dawn FM’ showcases creative style, interesting concepts

January 26, 2022
Image labeled for reuse by Trusted Reviews.

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ presents hope for superhero movies

January 12, 2022
Photo by: Ava Spina

Girls water polo’s first league game canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

January 12, 2022
DECA club members pose with their awards. Photo credit: BH DECA

DECA competes at district conference, wins awards

January 12, 2022
eniors Chloe Levine, left, Ryan Hodor, center, and Will Judd, right, sing at Geary’s. Photo by: Emma Newman

Madrigals carol, raise money for department

December 22, 2021
Photo by: Gaby Doyle

Editorial: Students need to respect mask guidelines, school rules

December 16, 2021
Board appoints new member, former alumni

Board appoints new member, former alumni

December 16, 2021
Amnesty International protests social injustices through letter writing

Amnesty International protests social injustices through letter writing

December 12, 2021
Senior Joseph Finazzo’s negative film.

Photography students shoot black and white film

December 10, 2021
Seniors kick off the holiday season at Albion Street

Seniors kick off the holiday season at Albion Street

December 8, 2021
Suhh Yeon Kim presents to the club.

Philosophy for All club celebrates World Philosophy Day for first time

December 6, 2021
Cover of Arya Yektafar’s album

Student releases album, gets hundreds of thousands of streams

December 3, 2021
Joshua Dardashti, Avery Park, Mae Cohen, Kate Lewis, Jessica Smiler, Nicole Zokaim, Charlie McDermott, Kate Kotlyar and Jennifer Li celebrate Friendsgiving with a potluck. Photo credit: Kevin Manavi

Students partake in different Thanksgiving traditions

November 30, 2021
Image labeled for reuse by Wired.

Wes Anderson’s ‘The French Dispatch’: complicated, but whimsical

November 29, 2021
Graphic provided by senior Defne Onal

Literary magazine gathers submissions for winter edition

November 26, 2021
Take it or Make it: How to make pumpkin pie

Take it or Make it: How to make pumpkin pie

November 24, 2021
Forward senior Jac Mani attempts to make a dunk during the game against Oakwood. Mani recently committed to UC Davis and he inked a National Letter of Intent on Nov.11 Photo by: Ryo Miyake

Boys basketball wins first game of the season against Oakwood Guerillas

November 22, 2021
Image labeled for reuse by Wikimedia Commons.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Red’ re-recording exceeds all expectations, better than original

November 22, 2021
Photo by: Kaylen Wi

Theater performs Simon Levy’s adaptation of ‘The Great Gatsby’

November 12, 2021
Photo by: Candice Anvari

Editorial: ASB’s preparation for homecoming deserves applause, recognition

November 3, 2021
Take it or Make it: How to make pumpkin cookies

Take it or Make it: How to make pumpkin cookies

October 29, 2021
Photo by: Kaylen Wi

Girls volleyball falls to California Condors During CIF match

October 29, 2021
Public domain image

Netflix’s third season of ‘You’ adds more chaos, changes character focus

October 29, 2021
ASB and KBEV collaborate during the Norman Update, which is broadcasted weekly during the Norman Connection.

Norman Connection provides information, encourages student involvement at school

October 28, 2021
Image labeled for reuse by HistoryExtra.

‘The Last Duel’ skillfully presents subjectivity of personal memory

October 28, 2021
The Normans work together as they face the Hawthorne Cougars on Oct. 22. The homecoming game marked the last home game of the season. Photo by: Candice Anvari

Football loses homecoming game against Hawthorne on Senior Night

October 26, 2021
BHEF provides robotics with grant of $5000, new possibilities

BHEF provides robotics with grant of $5000, new possibilities

October 21, 2021
Teenagers volunteer for Safe Place for Youth as a way to help the homeless. Photo credit: Leia Gluckman

Students, organizations work to combat homelessness in Los Angeles

October 18, 2021
Editorial: Students must stop participating in harmful TikTok challenges

Editorial: Students must stop participating in harmful TikTok challenges

October 11, 2021
Image labeled for reuse by Flickr.

Netflix’s new show ‘Squid Game’ is worth more than the hype

October 7, 2021
Kicker freshman Jonathan Katiraie and junior Adam Maccio warm up before the match against the Inglewood Sentinels. This game marked the Normans first league game of the season. Photo by: Gina Toore

Football team loses first league game against Inglewood Sentinels

October 4, 2021
Soaps are taken away from the dispensers in the boys bathroom. The TikTok trend, “Devious Licks” has turned into an extensive national phenomenon which encourages students to vandalize and steal property from their school. Photo by: Ryo Miyake

Students vandalize bathrooms as part of ‘Devious Licks’ TikTok challenge

October 4, 2021
Image labeled for reuse by flickr.

‘Sex Education’ return is a refreshing portrayal of youth

September 30, 2021
Students wait in line to go into the cafeteria. “I love that the lunches are free now since it speeds up the process of getting my lunch,” senior Jennifer Li said.

Lunch waiting time cut in half, students and administrators adjust to new program

September 30, 2021
The 5K annual memorial participants pose for a photo before the race begins. Contestants had the option of running, jogging, walking or strolling to complete the 3.2-mile course. Photo by: Romi Azevedo

First annual Not Today Cancer 5K memorial is steps closer to raising awareness for pediatric cancer

September 30, 2021
Take it or Make it: How to make baked macaroni and cheese

Take it or Make it: How to make baked macaroni and cheese

September 24, 2021
The theater students showcase their costumes and characters during their rehearsal at Horace Mann. “This show is very cute, so I’m super excited to see the cast perform because they’ve all worked really hard,” tech crew member senior Juliana Finazzo said. Photo by: Christopher Maurer.

Theater to perform ‘You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown’ as first fall production

September 22, 2021
Mimi Kessler watches the football team practice on Sept 22. She suffered a concussion during the game against the Verbum Dei Eagles but is confident that she will be in her uniform and gear by next week. Photo by: Ryo Miyake

Only female on football team kicks stereotypes to the curb

September 22, 2021
The girls volleyball team gathers for a huddle before the game against Hawthorne. Head Coach Kofi Yankey joined them later on, giving the team their final set of instructions before the whistle. Photo by: Ryo Miyake

Girls volleyball takes win against Hawthorne Cougars

September 18, 2021
Students return to school after more than a year of virtual and hybrid learning. Photo credit: Emma Newman

Teachers adjust to student body’s return to school

September 16, 2021
Head Coach, Marquis Bowling gives the Normans instructions as they prepare to face the Verbum Dei Eagles. After about 30 minutes of warming up, the kick-off finally happened at 7.42. Photo by: Abby Wolf

Football loses Welcome Back game against Verbum Dei Eagles

September 14, 2021
Photo credit: The Princeton Review

College counselor publishes book addressing needs of college students

September 7, 2021
Administration manages recent COVID-19 cases, advises students to take precautions

Administration manages recent COVID-19 cases, advises students to take precautions

August 25, 2021
Photo credits: Candice Anvari

Girls softball makes it to CIF, loses first round

June 7, 2021
Image: Courtesy of Madison Heller.

By Your Side expands influence throughout country, remains virtual

June 6, 2021
Take it or Make it: How to make chocolate milkshakes

Take it or Make it: How to make chocolate milkshakes

June 5, 2021
This is the journalism classroom. This is where, when students attend class in-person, the articles are written.

Journalists reflect on writing this year compared to past years

June 5, 2021
Returning to School- The Flip Side

Returning to School- The Flip Side

June 2, 2021
Courtesy of Eli Ramer.

Robotics team wins three awards in FIRST Robotics competition

June 2, 2021
Sue Yovetich won an Apple Award for the 2020-21 school year. “Its a great honor, I love Beverly and I love the district. It just reminds me of all the different moving pieces and important people that really play a role in bringing to the classroom and delivering for students and providing for the community. Its beyond one person, its definitely a collaboration and a team effort and Im just thrilled to be a part of that,” Yovetich said. Image courtesy of Sue Yovetich.

BHHS faculty members receive Apple Awards

June 2, 2021
Photo by Kate Kotlyar

BHUSD enforced mask policy

June 2, 2021
2020 - 2021 School Year Reflection Video

2020 – 2021 School Year Reflection Video

June 2, 2021
ASB to host senior prom

ASB to host senior prom

June 1, 2021
Senior Sam Wolf receives his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

Students receive vaccinations, look forward to full return to school

June 1, 2021
Image courtesy of Oprah Daily.

Netflix reality show ‘The Circle’ proves to be a great social media analogy

May 29, 2021
The tennis team is seen huddling up before the big match.

Girls tennis team wins CIF

May 28, 2021
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