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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

Review material for several midterm exams are spread across a students desk. Students typically spend almost the entire week before midterms trying to prepare for their exams by reviewing everything they have learned so far that year. “Usually I will study the packets that my teachers give me and Ill usually make a study plan on what I want to study each night,” said Miriam Burgher ‘22.

HBHS’s Return to Midterms

Rachel Lindof, Assistant Head Editor February 16, 2022

In January of 2019, I got ready for my first midterms week as a high school student. With probably five pounds worth of study materials, and the weight of heavy pressure to do well, I studied like a maniac,...

 Here I am standing in front of the sign of my top school, UNH. I had loved this campus ever since a field trip in 8th grade and knew that it checked all of my preferences for what I wanted for my college experience. “The most important characteristic of a school is that it is a place where you feel comfortable being yourself and exploring new things,” says Bumbarger.

6 Steps to a Successful College Process

Lauren Rogers, Head Editor February 14, 2022

College. Either the single most terrifying word to a high schooler or the most intriguing. There are so many moving pieces to the college search process, and for many, it can be the most overwhelming project...

This is Hamison Bartholomew Burgher, Ham for short. He is a Chinese dwarf Hamster and is about the size of someone’s palm. Ham’s adoption day is November 4th 2021 and he originates from Petco in Nashua. His favorite foods are apple and pasta, a special treat for him. He also likes snuggling in fuzzy blankets and running around.

Pet of the Week ? 2-11

February 11, 2022

Introducing our first Hamster of the Week, Ham! Submitted by Melissa Burgher '22.

Eve Lovering smiling facing towards the camera with horse in background 
 Eve is an active member of the Fox Creek Farm community who helps tack up horses and get them ready for lessons. Here she is pictured with lesson horse Angel before and after her lesson. “Eve is so sweet and just a really great friend to have around the barn. Shes so generous and just a delight to be around,” said Nora Zaveri, a rider from Fox Creek Farm.

Behind the Scenes at Fox Creek Farm

Theresa Cullen, Op-Ed Editor February 7, 2022

Mrs. Heaton shows off the newly purchased books in her domain, the library.

Q&A with Mrs. Heaton

Maverick Loveless, Staff Writer February 7, 2022

Many people know of Mrs. Heaton. She is the keeper of the beloved library, where people go to hang out and study. Heaton is known to be up for a good laugh, no matter how she is feeling. What you are about...

Mrs. Fox McNeil chose Hollis/Brookline Coop school district to be closer to her kids. Just over 10 years later, she is still here making a positive impact at the high school.

Covid Q&A with School Nurse Amber Fox McNeil

Kelsey Sova, Staff Writer February 7, 2022

Amber Fox McNeil, the HBHS nurse, has been in the Hollis/Brookline district for over 10 years. She and her colleagues have put in so much effort to make our school run smoothly in these challenging years...

Emma Hutchinson ‘22 fills out the form to ask one of her teachers for a letter of recommendation. It’s common for seniors to need recommendation letters from two different teachers when applying to colleges. “It was difficult figuring out which of my teachers I should ask to write my recommendation letters, but once I talked to them about it the rest of the process was easy,” said Hutchinson.

The College Application Process

Rachel Lindof, Assistant Head Editor February 4, 2022

Dog of the Week ? 2-4

Dog of the Week ? 2-4

February 4, 2022

Introducing February's first pet of the week, Leo! Submitted by Lauren Grosse, HBHS English Teacher.

HB Gymnastics 2021-2022 Season

HB Gymnastics 2021-2022 Season

Emma Harley, Staff Writer February 1, 2022

Tis the Season For Skiing

Tis the Season For Skiing

Katelyn Seamonds, Staff Writer January 31, 2022

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