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The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

Katie McCole '26 is extremely eager and ready to take on the role of President of the Red Cross Club for the 2025-26 school year!

The Future President of the Red Cross Club

Sarah Hendrickson, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

The Red Cross Club elected their future President at the beginning of the school year, Katie McCole ‘26. McCole has been an active member of the club for three years now and continues to participate...

Students in Archaeology use tools in a mock excavation. As a class that focuses on hands-on learning, students are able to gain crucial life skills. “[The class] is more hands-on than I thought, and I'm learning way more with physical activities than I do in the classroom,” said student Tess Brown ‘25.

Hands-On History: First High School Archaeology Class in New Hampshire

Mason Marshall, Co-Editor-In-Chief December 3, 2024

If you walk through the social studies wing of Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS), you’re sure to find students immersed in learning. In one classroom, freshmen are writing essays about Native American...

Nyah Jernberg and her mom after signing her commitment papers to Wagner College. Jernberg will spend the next four years playing Division 1 field hockey. “I feel very grateful to have a mom who played field hockey who coaches me and knows so much about the sport, and I’m really happy we made it as far as we possibly could our senior year,” said Jernberg.

All Gas, No Breaks: Nyah Jernberg Commits D1 for Field Hockey Following Championship Win

Summer Leavitt, Co-Editor-In-Chief November 19, 2024

Following a successful four years on the Hollis Brookline High School Field Hockey Team, senior captain Nyah Jernberg committed to play Division 1 field hockey for Wagner College to continue her athletic...

Directed Study teacher Jennifer Campbell is always kind and helpful and assists kids with their work. In this picture, she is helping Aubrey Craig ‘26 with her ROTC information for her CTE program. “I always want my kids to be happy and feel safe in my classroom,” said Campbell.

Why is Mrs. Campbell Such a Good Teacher?

Angelina LaBarre, Staff Writer November 8, 2024

Jennifer Campbell is a Directed Study teacher and a very important part of the school community. She brings a happy, helpful presence to Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS). She has changed the school...

Wendling smiles in front of the periodic table behind her desk. Wendling enjoyed her picture being taken, and this is her first article. She was very excited.

Old Subject, New Teacher: Ms. Wendling Joins the HBHS Science Department

Kali Walton, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

As of 2024 at Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS), almost all of the Science Department is new teachers; even some being their very first year teaching, like Mariana Wendling. Wendling, fresh out of Fitchburg...

Dr. Bauer explains the trends of electronegativity and atomic radius across the periodic table. Bauer has taught atomic structures and properties countless times, but it never stops being fun to teach. “This is the periodic table," said Bauer.

Dr. Bauer Sparks a Passion for Chemistry at HBHS

Logan Walch, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

Elizabeth Bauer, one of the newest science department teachers of Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS), begins her first year as the sole AP Chemistry teacher. Anticipating the May 6, 2025 exam, Bauer will...

This is Caitlyne Herman ‘25 walking in nature on a hiking trail. She often goes on hikes because in the woods you’re surrounded by so much life. Sometimes you don't even realize that you are a part of something so much greater unless you take the time to be in the moment. “Live every moment like it’s worth a memory and you’ll live a memorable life,” said Herman. (Photo courtesy of Nick Landers)

Caitlyne Herman’s Influential View on Life

Bria Pavel, Staff Writer November 6, 2024

Everyone’s heard the saying, ‘live life to the fullest’ but rarely do people understand or even follow what that actually means. Caitlyne Herman ‘25 has a unique view on life and she truly changes...

Hannah Welts ‘25 is on her phone while a lesson is being taught in class. Welts is one of many students that uses their phone in class daily. “Without the distraction of the phone, the opportunity to learn increases,” said Micheal J. Fox.

Phones In Schools

Addie LaPointe, Staff Writer October 31, 2024

Phones have majorly affected students' ability to learn in many ways over the years. Students today have a whole new environment created for them since the first iPhone was released in 2007. Learning has...

This masterpiece was created by Elliott Cahill and features lamb
chops, grilled sweet potatoes, and a glass of chocolate milk.

Fireside Flavor: Exploring the World of Elliot Grilling

Jake Critchfield, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

@ElliottGRILLS brings a passion for grilling to Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS) students. Elliott Cahill is an HBHS student who started an Instagram account for grilling food. His goal is to take the...

Ashley Disco ‘26 is seen at Old Home Days making grilled cheese sandwiches to support the girls' field hockey booth and raise money for their team.

Town Tradition Continues: 2024 Hollis Old Home Days

Emily Tebbetts, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

During the third weekend of September, the Hollis community gathers to celebrate their most cherished annual event, Old Home Days.  Old Home Days is Hollis’s oldest and most popular event, drawing...

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