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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

Standing together on the Red Carpet, actresses dressed in black show support for one another. “We want diversity, we want intersectional gender parity, we want equal pay,” told Debra Messing.

Dressing in black at Golden Globes

Grace Straka, Staff Writer January 31, 2018

On January 7, 2018, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, the Golden Globes were held to recognize achievement in film and American television. Unlike usual, though, there were no “Best Dressed” lists, and...

Addressing Traffic at Hollis Brookline

Addressing Traffic at Hollis Brookline

Terrible morning and afternoon traffic has been part of the culture at Hollis Brookline for as long as anyone can remember. Even after the change in start time, the familiar feeling of sitting in line...

The popular Canada Goose jackets use real coyote fur trim on their hoods as well as goose down to insulate their jackets. “I think the use of animal products in any kind of clothing is cruel,” said MacKenzie Whalen, an animal lover.

Canada Goose Jackets and Animal Rights

Mary Martin, Assistant Editor January 24, 2018

Canada Goose jackets are everywhere this winter season, but at what cost? The warm coats come at a steep price for your wallets, and for the lives of the animals. The brand’s claims of being transparent...

The class of 2018 scored higher in average AP and SAT scores than the state average and the national average, causing the entire graph to be skewed.

HBHS Grades

Isabel Keefe, Staff Writer January 9, 2018

Hollis Brookline High School is ranked #1 out of all the high schools in New Hampshire and #826 out of all the high schools nationwide. As you can imagine, this ranking can come with a feeling of pressure...

Camden Guay ‘20  models his wonderful baseball cap. Guay is a big fan of the new tolerance for headwear throughout the building, and loves being able to express his enthusiasm for the Chicago Cubs baseball team. Hats make all people come together as one.

One hat, two hat, red hat, blue hat

One of the most ancient traditions has come to Hollis Brookline at last: Hats. Now that hats are finally welcomed in the building, what hats are different people wearing? And how are they pulling them...

Skiing, a long time favorite pastime and winter sport of New Englanders, remains a favorite among adults and students alike. “There’s nothing I enjoy more than skiing in the winter,” says Jack Sinclair ‘19.

Wintertime activities

Nick Franzini, Staff Writer November 24, 2017

With winter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to reflect on all the fun activities the season has to offer. Many people enjoy some part of winter here in New England, whether it be an outdoor...

Entertaining people of all ages for decades, Charlie Brown Christmas is a good post-Thanksgiving choice. The subtle songs promote holiday cheer, without being too distracting.

Is Christmas music before Thanksgiving acceptable?

Noah Penasack, News Editor November 22, 2017

The air gets colder, fallen leaves cover the ground, and Christmas decorations begin to come out; Americans associate this time with holiday cheer, while others endure holiday agitation. The holidays are...

Hollis Brookline’s Profile displays some of the school’s academic rigor and overall success. SAU41 is known for typically leading the public educational scene in New Hampshire, consistently ranking within the top three schools year after year. “I believe school is what you make of it and those who chose to go further and dig deeper should be given the credit they deserve,” says Madeleine McCann ‘18, in regard to enabling students to embark on independent projects.

A shift in education: independent learning

Patrick Bloniasz, Co-Editor in Chief November 20, 2017

It isn’t rare to read clickbait headlines when it comes to educational reform, whether it be a new technology, a new program, or changing school start times. Through all the noise, one of the few shifts...

Some of the souvenirs that Buckle Up NH handed out to kids for attending their conference in order to encourage safe choices. Hollis Brookline’s Shannon O’Connor ‘18 stays safe on the road by, “not touching [her] phone and staying alert to everyone around [her].” That is the behavior that Buckle Up NH is trying to encourage by advertising safety.

‘Buckle Up NH’ is the best program in New Hampshire

Scott Vancoughnett, Feature Editor November 17, 2017

On Oct. 23, students and staff from Hollis Brookline got to take a Monday off from school and travel to New Hampshire’s state capital to listen to a few wonderful speakers about safe driving. The first...

Resting on the coffee table in a living room, this pumpkin-scented candle is the perfect addition to the room to make it feel cozy, welcoming, and perfectly seasonal. Companies during this time of year thrive off of pumpkin-scented candles, because people love the way the smell brings together all of the great aspects of fall.

Pumpkin spice and everything nice

Avery Webb, Staff Writer November 16, 2017

With every new season comes its traditions. For autumn, the tradition seems to be that everything becomes pumpkin-scented or flavored, including candles, muffins, and even Oreos. The face of autumn comfort,...

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