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The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

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The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

The CavChron

Buckley’s Cafe in Hollis, N.H., where Katie McCole ‘26 and Caitlyn Brien ‘26 go most days after school to work. There, they learn to balance their work life with their school life.

Working Part-Time: Jobs as a Student

Sarah Hendrickson, Staff Writer April 9, 2025

Juggling an intense school workload along with a tiring work schedule can be a lot for students. The thought of going through almost seven hours of school, and then sports for some, only to go straight...

After saying something considered to be cocky, some knock on wood in order to not jinx the words they said. Knocking on wood three times is how to make sure even after you say something it will still be true. If you don't, you will most likely fall back on your word. 

Symbols of Success: The Psychedelic Power of Good Luck Charms

Sarah Gillespie, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

Good luck charms are classified under specific routines, acts or objects that are meant to bring luck to the person in possession of the charm or the one doing the action. To some, good luck charms are...

Student fans out money they have saved from smart spending.

Smart Spending: A Guide to Navigating Your Wallet

Logan Walch, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

Spending money wisely as a student is significant in shaping your present experiences and your future. Whether filling your wardrobe, eating fast food or adding to your savings, knowing where to put your...

The Bull Run restaurant, located in Shirley, MA. (Image courtesy of John Phelan, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons)

Review: The Bull Run Restaurant

Sarah Hendrickson, Staff Writer March 21, 2025

The Bull Run restaurant, located in Shirley, MA, has been open since the 1940s and is rated 4.6 stars on the website, Bull Run Restaurant: Restaurant | Massachusetts, I have been to the Bull Run about...

This is a photo of the school desks Hollis-Brookline High School students use. The desk is the same as the average American school desk that has the table connected to the seat.

School Desks: Good or Bad?

Jake Critchfield, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

Students spend long hours seated at desks throughout the school day. Should administrators reconsider the use of hard plastic chairs, or simply keep the traditional all-in-one desk? In this review, the...

The Lost Fire Bar & Grill Bar is pictured. From the interior of the restaurant, you can tell that it is very well taken care of, and has a style that is very Patagonian. It provides the diners with an immersive Patagonian experience. (Image courtesy of The Lost Fire Bar & Grill Bar)

The Lost Fire Bar & Grill: Steak for Days!

Kali Walton, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

The light from little jelly candles fills the “Cow Room” with a light that will help the hungry stomachs eat the mountain of meat in front of them. From the Filet Mignon to the Yucca Fries, The Lost...

Tumi, a Chinook dog, sits very happily after getting a grooming.

The Chinook: The World’s Best Dog

Miranda Bergeron, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

Everyone knows dogs, man's best friend, but few are aware of the best dog breed, the Chinook. The Chinook is the New Hampshire State Dog, originating from Wonalancet, NH. Chinooks are most well known for...

Monster Energy Ultra Vice Guava is displayed in front of a colorful scene to match its colorful and tropical-themed can. (Image courtesy of Monster Energy)

Review: Ultra Vice Guava Monster Energy Flavor

Bria Pavel, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Every few months the well-known sports energy drink brand, Monster Energy, releases a new drink flavor. Their energy drink flavors range from super sweet and tropical, to teas and even coffee flavors....

The back lobby of Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS) now contains an office where students can be dismissed or arrive late.

Opinion: HBHS Open Campus

Addie LaPointe, Staff Writer January 3, 2025

Open campus has been a big topic of conversation for Hollis Brookline High School (HBHS) students for a while now. An open campus would give students the opportunity to leave school during their off periods...

Addison Marchant ‘25 fills out a hall pass right before going to the bathroom during AP Statistics class.

Hall Passes: Necessary Regulation or Unnecessary Restriction?

Jake Critchfield, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

One of HB’s most controversial topics: hall passes. Hall passes are small paper cards that students are asked to fill out before leaving the classroom. The only issue is that it is time-consuming and...

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