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The troupe members in action at their latest performance, “This’ll Take a Minute: Frozen in Time.” They’re playing the Dating Game, a short-form improv game that requires one member to guess which character each of the other three are (in this case, from left to right, a man with mouths for eyes, a reverse t-rex, and Shrek). Performances are special for the cast and the audience alike. “I love rehearsing with everybody on a regular basis because it’s just fun, but the performances are something really special and not something that we do all that often,” said Alex Meagher ‘19.

This’ll Take a Minute

Emma Stoll, Features Editor January 31, 2020

On Saturday, Jan. 11, local improvisational theater troupe, This’ll Take a Minute, hosted their first ever televised event entitled “This’ll Take a Minute: Frozen in Time.” The show was a success,...

One of the current parking lots that provides 258 spots for students. It fits the majority of the upperclassmen, yet still leaves many students with no available spots. “I really like getting rides from my mom. Haha just kidding, I really wish I had a spot,” said Miles Montgomery ‘22.

Parking Problems

Amy Pattelena, Staff Writer January 29, 2020

Throughout the school year, many sophomores at Hollis Brookline High School begin to receive their licenses with some as early as the first month of school. However, with the limited student parking, sophomores...

AP and Honors students are usually provided with a different textbook that has more knowledge on the subject. Taking away students option to excel in a subject they enjoy and challenge themselves would not give them anything to look forward to. “I chose to take the AP and honors classes because one they are weighted and two I enjoyed the subject and wanted to take me knowledge to the next level,” said White. Students enjoy being challenges and taking that away would be wrong.

Is it really worth all the weight?

Morgan Broadhurst, Staff Writer January 29, 2020

High school has turned into a competition of who can take the hardest classes and get the least amount of sleep, while still holding up straight A’s. Students are constantly overwhelmed with the amount...

The NFL Honors will be held on Feb. 1, 2020 in Miami, FL. The 2019-2020 NFL season brought upon new stars, intense games, and an overall entertaining and exciting season. Sophomore Aidan Dufoe predicted the MVP and said, “I think Lamar Jackson should win the MVP this year. Not only did he have incredible stats, but he managed to turn a 9-7 team to a 14-2 number 1 seed. I believe he is the clear MVP.”

NFL Awards Preview

TJ McKenna, Asst. Sports Editor January 28, 2020

On Feb. 1, 2020, Steve Harvey will host the 2019-2020 NFL Honors in Miami, FL, where another great season of football will be celebrated. This past season was one of the most entertaining in years. Records...

A.P. Government students stand in front of the New Hampshire State House after their district hearing. “The hearings are exciting but certainly nerve racking,” said Josh Ide ‘20.

We The People

Peyton Arbogast, Staff Writer January 21, 2020

We The People is a national competition held every year between high school students throughout the United States. This year, A.P. Government and Politics students from Hollis-Brookline High School had...

Hannah Escandon and Elise Dinbergs January 15, 2020

As the new year rolls in, it’s time to create personal resolutions. Josie Farwell thought of a resolution to broaden her horizons. “My new years resolution is to try more foods because Im very picky eater,” said Josie Farwell ‘20

New Year, New You?

Quinten Wimmer, Staff Writer January 14, 2020

This is a big year. Another decade has come to an end, and a new one has begun. It is a time for the world to reflect on the past ten years, rejoice in our successes and start to plan ways to prevent the...

Guitar Night fueled for some huge performances by brothers Sean and Alex Tisa ‘21. The twins rocked the audience with all of their sets, combining for seven songs on the night. “Once we got on stage, it all turned out great,” said guitarist Sean Tisa ‘21.

The Musicians of Guitar Night

Adam Razzaboni, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

On Dec. 13, Hollis Brookline held its much anticipated 90’s themed Guitar Night. The three hour event was a sight to see as students and staff from across all grades came to perform some of the 90’s...

Many schools, such as Assumption College, no longer require test scores. This change benefited the students who didn’t do very well on the SAT/ACT tests by allowing them to shine in the face of a university’s admissions staff. “Test optional schools allow for students to shine in other areas other than academics,” said Joey Ferro ‘20.

Some universities are now opting to go SAT/ACT optional

Elise Dinbergs, Co-A&E Editor January 7, 2020

This time of the year is critical for HBHS seniors-it is time to fill out college applications. The process of college applications is a daunting one, since there are a lot of steps involved in it. One...

Mrs. Heaton and Mrs. Saunders in the library taking a holiday photo
The teachers pose for a picture celebrating holiday break. Being with family is really the most important thing” said Ellie Jordan 20.

How HB celebrates the holidays

Lydia Daskalos, Staff Writer December 20, 2019

Every family has a different holiday tradition. Whether it's baking with the family or Secret Santa, these traditions are what make the holidays special for each family. Each student at HBHS celebrates...

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