The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

“It’s very difficult to concentrate when it’s hot and humid,” said Mary Martin 20’. HB students, especially those on the third floor, are victim to the intense heat in classrooms and hallways. By staying hydrated and wearing light layers, students attempt to survive the heat.

The unbearable heat

Kaleigh Walen, Nick Shepard and Joe Caswell May 8, 2018

It is May 1, 80 degrees outside, and you’re stuck on the third floor with sweat dripping down your face while you try to copy down the most challenging math notes of your education thus far. There are...

Eric Perry mans the drums at the December Guitar Night. Perry performed in the Spring guitar night as well, and you can expect him to perform for years to come.
“When I first started I was a bit nervous, but the more I put myself out there the more comfortable I got, it’s a great opportunity to collaborate with students,” said Perry.

Performing arts beyond teaching

Kyle Simpson and Mark Labak May 7, 2018

Science teacher Eric Perry is currently in his third year as a Hollis Brookline High School teacher, while social studies teacher Gregory O’Brien is in his first; nonetheless, both teachers have quickly...

Camille Carson teaches both biology and chemistry. Students and teachers both commend her ability to make connections with those she teaches. “She is able to make good connections with the students. She takes the time to get to know them,” said Thompson.

Camille Carson: Medicine to Biology

Leila Caplan, Staff Writer May 1, 2018

Every year, Hollis Brookline High School welcomes new teachers to the staff, hoping to work with passionate faculty who have a desire to help students. Camille Carson is one of those teachers. This...

Juniors Cassidy Pigott, Mackenzie Wood, and Olivia Valentine, with some of their veterinary science classmates from Alvirne and Nashua. The class has been preparing months for this convention and are very excited to go to nationals. “Overall, it was a very nice weekend!” said Wood ‘19.

Veterinary Science class trip to FFA convention

Lindsey Woods, Staff Writer May 1, 2018

Hollis Brookline students taking the veterinary science class at Alvirne High School in Hudson, New Hampshire took a trip to the Omni Mt. Washington Resort Hotel located in Bretton Woods, NH for the Future...

Teagan Hudzik ‘19 studies a detailed text in Mrs.Illingworth’s AP Language and Composition class. All of the “AP Lang” students are preparing for their exams in May. “I take 5 [AP Classes]. I just feel like it is good to challenge myself… I really like learning,” said another AP Language and Composition student, Dhruv Miglani ‘19.

Academics and the consequential environment at Hollis Brookline High School

Hannah Riseman, Emmie White and Kyle Bentall May 1, 2018

It is well-known that Hollis Brookline High School has a fantastic academic program. Why else would the school consistently rank in the top 5 high schools in New Hampshire? However, with these high academic...

Mr. Perry awaits for the bell to run to his car and sprint with other HB students to beat the buses! Students at HB wait everyday to try to overcome the traffic that can waste precious time afterschool. “I think seniors should be able to get out three minutes earlier because they have to get to their jobs,” Perry stated.

Beat the buses!

Kyle Bentall, Staff Writer April 10, 2018

At Hollis Brookline High School, as soon as the 2:30 p.m. bell sounds, students whip open the classroom doors and begin the sprint to their cars to avoid the painstaking traffic. Losing the minimal time...

Evan LaFrance ‘20 and Nicole Plummer ‘19 represent their characters’ rivalry with an on-stage dance battle. Gregory Parker, director, encouraged the actors to have fun with the production and develop their own love of acting. “The most pleasure I get from directing is seeing others have fun with it,” Parker said.

Theater offers a breather from looming stress

Rowan Gingras, Co-Oped Editor April 2, 2018

High school can be insanely stressful between ever-looming deadlines, part-time jobs and college applications. However, many students have found a respite, a break from the constant pressure that still...

Students at HBHS try to find time in their schedules to study, do homework, extracurricular activities, as well as perform basic necessities. Finding ways to study efficiently is very helpful. “I think studying is super important... You want to learn the material to help secure the information. It is not about memorizing, it is about learning,” said Milette.

Is studying worth it?

Leila Caplan, Staff Writer March 21, 2018

Many students at HBHS debate whether studying is worth it, to decide if they should take time out of their busy schedules to prepare for assessments. Unfortunately, the answer to this question is harder...

Larry Nassar attends several weeks of court for sexual assault of many women. In the end, he was sentenced to life in prison. “I think [Nassar] should be locked away for a long time. He should never be let out of prison,” said Mary Martin ‘20.

Who’s the greater predator? Examining the enabling of Larry Nassar

Kaleigh Whalen, Staff Writer February 21, 2018

Former USA Gymnastics National doctor, Larry Nassar, has recently been sentenced to 175 years in prison for his vulgar acts on young girls and women. Over the past two decades, he sexually harassed over...

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