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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

The members of Mr. Perry's band, Scalawag.

He’s with the band: Perry balances science and music

Nicole Poitras, Co-Editor In Chief November 30, 2016

In Eric Perry’s Physics classes, his students often hear him remark about his “rock ‘n roll days.” But his time of gigs and recording studios are not as far behind him as he may imply. Perry’s...

Hundreds wait to get in on the Black Friday deals.

Fact vs. Fantasy: Black Friday

There are many myths surrounding the origins of Black Friday, an event that involves stores discounting their products to insanely low prices. The beginning of Black Friday have been rumored to be linked...

Many Americans enjoy a meal including turkey on Thanksgiving...yum.

Turkey Traditions

As the final leaves fall off the trees, Americans mark Thanksgiving as the unofficial end of autumn and the transition into winter. While Thanksgiving does not receive the glamour that Christmas does with...

The physics club helped to entertain third grade visitors with these mini trebuchets on Trebuchet Day.

Physics Club swings into action

Connor Harris, Staff Writer November 22, 2016

Have you ever felt like discussing more about certain topics in school but there just wasn't enough time? Do you have a passion for Physics? Then the Physics Club is right for you! The best part is, you...

November 4: Former Chief Justice John Broderick and Dr. Bryant visit HB to support Change Direction, an organization working to stress the importance of mental health.

HB changes direction

Maggie O’Hara, Co-Editor in Chief November 21, 2016

On Friday, November 4, Hollis Brookline was visited by Former Chief Justice John Broderick and Dr. Bryant with Change Direction -- an initiative working to eliminate the stigma around mental illness. As...

The lunch counter before 4th period starts...

Behind the lunch counter

Kailah Cox, Staff writer November 19, 2016

When the class of 2017 came to Hollis Brookline High School, the format of lunch changed for good. Cookies for just one dollar that were the size of a fairly large donut stopped being sold. School lunch...

Richard Winslow is one of the many veterans honored today.

Inside the life of a veteran

Kat Pellerin, Megan Gialluca, Colin Loftus and Kailah Cox November 11, 2016

On this Veteran’s Day, it’s important to remember the reason Americans observe this national holiday. Not to be confused with Memorial Day, a holiday to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice...

Officer Bergeron wins community policing award

Officer Bergeron wins community policing award

Mario Barassi, Assistant Sports Editor November 7, 2016

Whether you see him around the school, in his office, or patrolling the streets, Master Patrol Officer and School Resource Officer (SRO) Rick Bergeron works to keep the Hollis Brookline community safe....

Gillis'17 ponders how to go about researching college football.

Spotlight on Senior Quest: Drew Gillis tackles his project

Megan Gialluca, Features Editor October 21, 2016

When senior year begins for Hollis Brookline students, the race to find a career path is on. Even though some seniors know exactly what they want to do with their time after high school, it can still be...

The many activities and attributes of Maggie O'Hara

Maggie O’Hara: behind the scenes

Kat Pellerin, Op/Ed Editor October 18, 2016

The majority of people at Hollis Brookline High School know Maggie O’Hara, whether as a colleague, friend, student, peer, or all of the above. But for those who don’t know her, or have only heard of...

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