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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

A students phone shows all of their alarms turned on for school early in the morning. With school starting at 7:40 AM, many students need to wake up between 6:00 and 7:00 AM. “I wake up at 6:30 every morning to come to school on time,” said Melissa Burgher ‘22.

Why are Teens not Getting Enough Sleep?

Rachel Lindof, Assistant Head Editor March 16, 2022

Wake up, go to school, go to work, finish homework, go to bed, repeat. This seems to be what life looks like for many high school students today. Add in extracurricular activities, sports practices and...

Claire Paré is pictured here with fellow HBHS English Department teachers Mrs. Grosse and Mrs. Flaherty, gearing up for Paré’s first year of teaching. “I would love to take another class with Mrs. Paré! English has always been one of my favorite classes and she has a wonderful way of teaching it.” said Colie Toupin ‘22, a former student of Paré’s.

Mrs. Paré Feature

Kelsey Sova, Staff Writer March 15, 2022

Sometimes, the way a student's school year pans out, depends on their teachers. The teachers make or break the classes. To most, classes become more enjoyable when the students find that they can easily...

At the annual Chemo Care Package Event in the RMMS Gym, 1,500 packages were assembled to be distributed to local treatment centers and hospitals. Visit their website to find out how to donate, and get involved.

Pink Revolution’s 2021 Chemo Care Package Event Summary

Lauren Rogers, Head Editor March 14, 2022

  On November 13, Pink Revolution hosted its 3rd Annual Chemo Care Package Event in the Gym of Richard Maghakian Memorial School. During this event, 1,500 chemo care packages were assembled by...

Shes really sweet, even if she is a bit clumsy at times. Her favorite toy is a rainbow worm, and she absolutely loves food!

Pet of the Week ? 3-11

March 11, 2022

Introducing this week's pet of the week, Willow! Submitted by Amelia G. '25.

Puppies of Karben Golden Retrievers from the 2021 litter. These golden pups were born in early summer of 2021, and the litter got to visit an Accel English 10 class on the last day of school at HB and spread happiness all around with their fluffy faces and happy tail wags. “I feel that dogs are very beneficial to the health of people because they are loving, and crave human companionship,”  said Leslie Costigan, a local Labrador Retriever Breeder.

Here’s How Dogs Can Lend You a Helping Paw When it Comes to Your Mental Health

Katelyn Seamonds, Staff Writer March 11, 2022

If there is one thing that almost everyone in the world can agree on, it is the fact that puppies radiate happiness and joy. With one look at their adorable fluffy faces and gleaming eyes, you can feel...

This substitute teacher badge shows that we have plenty of substitutes on hand when we need them. We are very lucky to have the staff that we do at Hollis/Brookline High School. Without them, the students would not be able to learn properly to prepare them for college.

How Short-Staffed Elementary Schools Affect Children’s Education

Kelsey Sova, Staff Writer March 10, 2022

Imagine, sitting in a classroom with your third substitute of the day, feeling like you aren't learning anything, just doing the same work you have been doing for weeks. That is what most students are...

Darwin is a 4-year-old parakeet who knows many tricks and can say many words and phrases. Some of his favorite things to say are bird, hello, and kisses. He also has a substantial following on Instagram where helps teach new bird owners about proper bird care.

Pet of the Week ? 3-4

March 5, 2022

Introducing this year's first bird of the week, Darwin! Submitted by Abby Coolidge '23 and Mikayla Coolidge '23.

Meet 2 year old LemonCello who is a Mini Austrian Shepherd.

Pet of the Week ? 2-25

February 26, 2022

Introducing this week's pet of the week, LemonCello! Submitted by Hannah W. '25.

Ranger is a Double Doodle.

Pet of the Week ? 2-18

February 18, 2022

Introducing this weeks puppy of the week, Ranger! Submitted by Trevor Duval, HBHS Social Studies Teacher.

Buffy celebrated her 16th birthday on Sunday!

Pet of the Week ? 2-18

February 18, 2022

Introducing this week's pet of the week, Buffy! Sumbitted by Judy McDaniel, HBHS Mathematics Teacher.

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