Brody Barto

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Less work, knowing how to deal with work. Worst is the amount of work ethic I have.”
What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?
  • “I wanted to be a physical therapist as a kid. Now I want to be an accountant or business owner.”
When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?
  • “Play video games or sports.”
What is your first day of school traditions?
  • “Show up.”
Most embarrassing trend you took part in?
  • “Buzz cut.”
If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?
  • “Water Bottle rule.”
What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?
  • “A 7th grader attacked me.”
What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?
  • “My power went out.”
If you could start school over, what would you do differently?
  • “Play soccer for four years.”
If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?
  • “Do your work.”
Who inspired you throughout high school?
  • “Mr. Doolittle.”
What has motivated you to get through high school?
  • “My parents.”
What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?
  • “Taxes.”
What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?
  • “What sports to play.”
Where do you see yourself in 20 years?
  • “Somewhere.”

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MaKenna McCool

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “‘Come to school, learn and get educated, go home and go fishing.’ From Mr. Province.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Realizing you won’t see the same people every day.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a marine biologist. Now, I am going into the biology field to become a wildlife biologist.” 

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Talk to my friends to help me look at things from a different perspective.”

 What are your first day of school traditions?

  • “I wear my favorite outfit and get to the student parking lot early to see everyone.” 

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “The VSCO trend.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “The use of cellphones.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Stuck in a ditch during winter.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “My brother ate my homework.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Be on time and actually come to school.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Become more involved with the school.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Mrs. Keys with her outgoingness and honesty.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Graduation and receiving a diploma.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “‘Mac Miller’ by The Spins.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Being responsible for everything.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Inspiring.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Deciding on what college to go to.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “If you get bad test scores don’t bring yourself down, finish all of your homework on time and you’ll be okay!”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Having a good job and my own home, along with being in the gym bettering myself.”



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Damien Porter

13 days ago


What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Failure is the best teacher.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Graduating.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Video game developer.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Play the trombone.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Getting breakfast.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Shakespeare's ‘Macbeth’ acted out in Arbaugh’s class.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “Outside drinks.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Ran out of toilet paper in the bathroom and had to wait for someone to bring more.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “My dog was sick and had to see the vet.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Turn in my work on time.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Mr. Grabigal.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Graduation.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “Life is a Highway.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “No more free lunch.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “The classes I wanted to take for the next year.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Don’t take due dates for granted.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “A college band professor.”


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Tory McKinney

13 days ago

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “When I was in elementary I wanted to be a vet, and now I would like to be an accountant.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I cope by sleeping or taking a walk outside.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Wearing Nike headbands every day.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “The water bottle rule because the school water tastes awful.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Not to overthink tests.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My parents.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “The idea of graduating and going to college.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “‘Speed’ by Parker McCollum.” 

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Applying all of the knowledge I have learned to real-life situations.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Crazy.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Paying attention in class is important even if the material seems irrelevant to the real world.” 

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Living in a beautiful house with a small family, working a job that I enjoy.”


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Brittany Fields

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “To never give up and always do your best no matter what.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Do better and help more people.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My parents, Mrs. Caylor, and Mrs. Taylor.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Always do your best and never give up when things get tough.”

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Dylan Tollini

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best is the fact that you’re so close to graduating. The worst is leaving a lot of people you’ve become close with.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would sign up and play football.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Just be yourself and you’ll find a group that you fit in.”


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Natalie Battaglia

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Z=((pHAT1-pHAT 2)-(p1-p2))/(Sqrt(pBARqBAR((1/n1)+(1/n2))) #thanksMr.Overly.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The worst part is never seeing all of my peers all at once again. The best part is also never seeing all of my peers at once again.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Personally, I quit my job, twice!”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My future career of being rich.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Do as much of everything as you can.”

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Brielle Ross

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The worst part about being a senior is senioritis.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “In elementary school, I wanted to be a vet, now I want to own my own equine business.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I cope by either spending time with my dog or creating art.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “We usually valet a picture in front of the Catholic Churches' rock, or our basement door (depending on the weather).”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “The dress code rule.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “The cows got out.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Find more friends, the ones you think will have your back usually never do. Never limit your social circle to anyone.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Don’t waste your time on unsupportive people.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “A good career, and my ESA.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “‘I’ve got a dream’ from the movie ‘Tangled’.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Paperwork (a.k.a. legal documents I can mess up).”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Stressful.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Staying online or going back in person.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “As important as your social life is, don’t let it consume you. Your assignments matter.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “With my own farm and equine business. Probably with a small family; two kids and a significant other.”
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Riley Smith

13 days ago

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “My grandpa was in the hospital.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Don’t take a picture in front of a certain rock.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Tom Krug.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Courtney Krug.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Fly.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Ruling the world with Brecken.”
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Kaden Myers

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you? 

  • “Don’t get senioritis.”

Best and worst thing about being a senior? 

  • “Best: I get to graduate soon. Worst: All the work we’re doing at the end of the year.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Elementary: Veterinarian. Now: Lawyer or detective.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “My dogs.”

What is your first day of school traditions? 

  • “Going through the day wishing I could’ve slept in.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why? 

  • “Phone rule. People should be able to have their phones on whenever.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I needed to get gas.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment? 

  • “I left it in my broken-down car that got turned into a tin can.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Nothing.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself? 

  • “Don’t be a procrastinator.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My friends, Mrs. Miles, and Mrs. Werner.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My friends and family.”

A song that best describes high school is…

  • “'Pompeii' by Bastille.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Taxes.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience? 

  • “Long.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “What class electives I wanted to do.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Don’t be rude to your teachers.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Hopefully living my life to the fullest.”

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Kendra Himes

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you? 

  • “If you notice something admirable about a person, compliment them. Do not feel uncomfortable, you have no idea how much it may make their day.”

Best and worst thing about being a senior?

  • “The worst part is writing scholarship essays, and stressing about where to go to college. The best part is the close relationships you form with the underclassmen and the teachers in the building.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Then, Cowgirl. Now, a special education teacher.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Naps after school.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Mrs. McGarvey was painting my nails.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I wish I would not have thought so much about what people thought.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself? 

  • “Be a kind person. In Junior High, it can be hard to be kind to everyone and smile all the time, but someday it will pay off.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Micheal Goddard and his positivity and resilience in everything he does.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “The excitement of becoming a teacher one day.”

A song that best describes high school is…

  • “'Young, Dumb, and Broke' by Khalid.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Get involved! It will pay off!.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Being an elementary special education teacher, with a family, and a stable amount of income.”
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Miles Bogush

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you? 

  • “The bigger they are the harder they fall.”

Best and worst thing about being a senior? 

  • “Best: You run the school. Worst: Some teachers pray on your downfall.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a doctor. I still do.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I tighten up.”

What is your first day of school traditions? 

  • “Pictures with Mama.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Anti-Lucas club.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why? 

  • “I would allow full water bottles to be brought into school.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Car problems.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment? 

  • “Power went out.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would take it more seriously.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself? 

  • “You don’t need approval from your peers to be successful.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My parents.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My future, cash money.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Not having my best bids to keep me humble.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience? 

  • “Nuclear.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “My schedule for the year, and my decision not to play football.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Don’t take anyone’s garbage.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “On the cover page of Forbes.”
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Autumn Mitchell

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you? 

  • “It’s okay to ask for help. Multiple teachers during my time at BAHS have shown me through compassion, patience, and care that I could ask for help and actually receive it without being penalized. Because of them, I’ve become a better student and I know how to ask for help when I need it most.”

Best and worst thing about being a senior? 

  • “The best and worst part about being a senior is leaving Brookville after 18 years. It’s beyond exhilarating knowing that I’ll be going to college in a few months, but knowing that the way I’ve been living my life for the past 18 years is over can be a little overwhelming. I welcome the change, but it will take some time for me to accept that the past is in the past.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted nothing more than to be a teacher like my mother, or an artist when I was in elementary school, but now I would like to be an editor.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Sometimes you have to buckle down and get your work done. That’s just the truth. However, to prepare beforehand, I like to take time to mentally prepare by taking care of my physical needs first. A little cup of coffee, some sweatpants, and a face mask go a long way before writing an essay.”

What is your first day of school traditions? 

  • “I always like to set my best outfit out beforehand and wake up extra early to take pictures with my parents. I also pack my backpack the night before and double-check everything. You can never be too prepared.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Intense side-bangs. I still have bangs, but they no longer cover ½ of my face.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why? 

  • “The ‘you can only bring pre-packaged drinks in the school’ rule. Trying to drink a cup of hot coffee in under 20 minutes in my car is not fun.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Usually, I have a teacher’s excuse if I’m late. Journalism and Portfolio are the two classes I’m always late for.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “I always do my homework and if I’ve ever forgotten, I usually just ask nicely for an extension.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “If I could start over, I’d mainly take more care of how I acted and treated others. I would try to be more social and make more friends. I’d also try to avoid some cringe-worthy behaviors and choices made in middle and high school. I can definitely go without reliving those moments.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself? 

  • “I would tell myself there are going to be moments where I’ll struggle, and it’ll feel like the world is ending, but no matter what, I’ll manage to get back up and keep going. It’ll all be okay.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “All of my teachers, each in a unique way.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Knowing that all my hard work will pay off in the future.”

A song that best describes high school is…

  • “‘Brutal’, by Olivia Rodrigo or ‘Teenagers’, by Chemical Romance.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Everything. College debt, inflation, the real threat of death, and failure to name a few.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience? 

  • “An experience.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “I’ve had to make multiple difficult decisions in high school. I had to quit soccer to start working. I had to decide what classes I’d have to take to benefit my future. I’ve had to choose when to participate in extracurricular activities. I wouldn’t say there's been one singular “most difficult decision”, life is full of difficult decisions, especially life in high school.”


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Brecken Cieleski

13 days ago

Best and worst thing about being a senior? 

  • “The best part is the freedom we have compared to underclassmen. The worst part is leaving the people I grew up with.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I went from wanting to be a mechanical engineer, to now wanting to major in English arts.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Music and driving.”

What is your first day of school traditions? 

  • “Pictures in the first outfit.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why? 

  • “Language in a non-violent way. Profanity adds emphasis and if it’s not insulting or in an offending manner, I don’t see an issue.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I fell asleep in the locker room (on multiple occasions).”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment? 

  • “I had a wrestling match at midnight.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself? 

  • “Don’t worry about things that don’t matter now.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Patrick Bateman.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “The end.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Probably the change; seeing and meeting new people to spend another life with, again.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience? 

  • “Spontaneous.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Failing my classes with good mental health while online, or doing well in the physical school building at the expense of my mental health.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “On a throne.”

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Michael Goddard

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you? 

  • “Learning how to cook and clean in my Life Skills classroom.”

Best and worst thing about being a senior? 

  • “The best part about being a senior is hanging out in the gym. The worst part is the hard work.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Take naps in Mrs. Hopper’s room.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why? 

  • “No sleeping in class because I’m always tired.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Having to stop and say hi to everyone I pass.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment? 

  • “Busy watching YouTube.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would play more sports like basketball.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Mrs. Hopper.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • "I’m excited to stay home with my mom and dad every day.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “I’m not scared.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience? 

  • “Fun.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “I will have a wife and a family. I will be living in Brookville, with two dogs.”

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Amber Spencer

13 days ago

What's the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Teaching me how to handle money.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part is to get out of school and the worst part is that I can't do sports at all.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I ask some of my teachers for help.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “To meet all my new teachers.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “Talking to my sister.”

What's the most creative excuse you've used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “I forgot the paper at my house.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Stay at one school.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “That I do not want to graduate.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My mother.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My mother.”

A song that best describes high school is..?

  • “Young, Dumb, Broke.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world"?

  • “Won't get to see my boyfriend.”

What is the most difficult decision you've had to make relating to high school?

  • “Going to different schools.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “You are not here for other people, you are here to get your school degree.”

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Gideon Waterbury

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part is that I'm graduating and the worst part is also that I am graduating.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a doctor, now I want to make music.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Hanging out with my really good friend Shea.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Probably my homework.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Brecken.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world"?

  • “Meeting new people.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Fun.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “In Japan.”

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Isabella Ohls

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part about being a senior is that I have more freedom. But the worst part is that there are several kids who look up to me as a senior, so I have to make sure I set a good example for them.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a teacher when I was in elementary school, but now I am leaning towards being a nurse. I am undecided if that is really what I want to do or not, but that's what I'm leaning towards.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “When high school gets difficult, I just relax and breathe or do something to distract myself such as watching TV.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “My first day of school traditions is to take pictures.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would definitely make more friends. Then I would have more people to socialize with.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “If I could travel back in time to the beginning of high school I would tell myself to enjoy it as much as possible because eventually I would be entering the “real world” and time flies by quicker than you think.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My parents have motivated me through high school because they have been there for me every step of the way. I wanted to keep going for them.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world"?

  • “I think what scares me the most about leaving high school and going into the real world is having tons of bills to pay.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Wonderful.”

What is the most difficult decision you've had to make relating to high school?

  • “The most difficult decision I've had to make relating to high school is deciding whether I should move out of one of my advanced classes and change to C/P.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “I would tell them to avoid the drama and focus on themselves.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “I see myself being financially successful and having a family.”
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Kayla Gaston

13 days ago


What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “It's okay to be proud of yourself even if you aren't necessarily the best at what you do.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part is all the memories that you make throughout the year, the worst is the lack of motivation.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “In elementary school, I wanted to be a doctor but now I am majoring in international business.”

 When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “It is important to remember that there is a lot of life left to live after high school. It's hard whenever everyone tells you that high school is the best years of your life when it doesn't always feel that way at the moment. However, it's important to remember that your perspective will change as you grow, and sometimes people forget about all the hard parts of high school.”

 What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Taking a picture with my little brother right before we leave for school.”

 Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “The slime-making era we all went through.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “We should be able to bring drinks from home because honestly, it would make my day better if I could drink coffee in the morning.
If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would join a sport. I feel like athletics is an aspect of high school that I really missed out on.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “It's really not that serious, enjoy the memories, and don't let the little things bother you.”

 Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “The upperclassmen and the friendships that I formed with them. Along with many of my teachers and the meaningful relationships I formed with them.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “The possibilities of moving forward and experiencing new things.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Learning to be independent aside from the people I've known my whole life.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Formative.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Deciding whether to take more AP classes or more electives.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “It gets easier as you get older. The work gets harder but you become more equipped to solve it.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Hopefully working in international business somewhere.”
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Maeve Jordan

13 days ago

What's the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • "The most meaningful thing that a teacher has taught me is to be unique. My whole life, I have been involved with music, which I have been an outcast because of. I never followed the crowd when it comes to interests, but I continued with music and now I am going to study music in college."

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • "The best part about being a senior is getting more respect from teachers. The worst thing about being a senior is having senioritis and not wanting to do anything."

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “When I was in elementary school, I always wanted to be either a meteorologist or something in the science field because I wanted money. Now I want to follow my dreams and study music in college.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “My first day of school traditions include getting a picture under my crab-apple tree in my backyard.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “The most embarrassing trend I took part in was definitely the mustache trend from 2nd-4th grade.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “I would change the water bottle rule. The upperclassmen have not had any issues with bringing prohibited drinks into the school, which is why we shouldn't be punished for underclassmen's actions.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would come to school on time more and use my time more efficiently.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “I would tell myself to not get so upset about homework assignments and that it's not the end of the world if I am late on an assignment, but I still have to work hard for my grades.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My dad has inspired me throughout high school by helping me through my homework and motivating me to work hard.”

A song that best describes high school is..?

  • “‘Fifteen’ by Taylor Swift.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world"?

  • “I am terrified to leave high school because I am not good with change and I am worried that when I have to make my own decisions, I will make the wrong one.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Stressful.”

What is the most difficult decision you've had to make relating to high school?

  • “The most difficult decision that I made was if I wanted to go on my Junior Year Youth and Government trip or Disney World with the music department. I picked Disney World, which was expensive, but definitely worth it.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “I would tell them to try different extracurricular activities other than sports. I have joined many different clubs and ensembles that I have made so many friends in. The togetherness and family bond that we have always kept me going through high school.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “I see myself using music to help sick children in need.”
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Rylee Lindermuth

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part has to be looking forward to the future and everything going forward. The worst is  leaving everyone.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a NICU nurse, but now I want to be an industrial engineer.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Hang out with my friends or ask them for help.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Taking pictures outside of my house with my family with a board that says all my favorite things.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Side bangs.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “Not allowed to bring filled water bottles.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I threw up on the way here.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would be more social starting at a younger age.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Don't be afraid to do the things that you want to do.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Lucas Haight.”
What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My family and friends.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “We Are Young' by Fun.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “That I am not going to do things on my own correctly.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Eventful.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Don't be afraid to be a part of student life at BAHS.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Hopefully happy and successful with a big family.”

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Thomas Bowser

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “‘There are no mistakes, only carelessness.’  from Mr. Pospisil.” 

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best thing is getting to move on and meet new people in a new place and getting to live on your own. While the worst thing is leaving behind your friends and saying goodbye to the school you grew up in.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “When I was in elementary school I wanted to be a firefighter, Now I am going to college to major in Electrical Engineering.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Go listen to music and go somewhere with friends.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “It wasn’t a trend, but I had a mohawk in third grade and that's embarrassing.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would play basketball along with soccer throughout high school.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “‘Senior Skip Day’ by Mac Miller.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Living on my own and having to do taxes.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Transformational.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Do your homework and listen to your teachers. The jokes can be funny, but school is much more enjoyable when you stay focused in class.”

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Troy Miller

13 days ago

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part is having teachers that aren’t as strict. The worst part is deciding what you are going to do after school.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “When I was younger I wanted to be a fireman. Now I want to be in the business industry, or a real estate appraiser.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I hang out with my friends, family, and girlfriend.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “My mom takes pictures of me and usually I tend to.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Creating a finsta.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “I wouldn’t change a specific rule, I would just make school a lot less strict as you get older.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Take more challenging classes early on.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Try to do more academically and try new things.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My end goal is to have money and a good life. All of my school work was what was needed to get there.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “Creatures Lie Here.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Not being reminded of certain due dates or important dates.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Underappreciated.” 

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “What classes to take to better guide my career path.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Focus and do as much as you can.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Hopefully rich, married, and happy where I am.”

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Noah Peterson

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “The most meaningful thing a teacher has taught me is to respect the people that have the utmost respect for you, and only want to make you a better overall person, and see you succeed.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “You feel like you’re on top of the school, but there are so many things you have to worry about in such a short amount of time.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a professional basketball or football player in elementary. Now I feel like I want to be a financial advisor.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I just listen to music and try to relax. Talk to my parents and see how they can help and get stuff done. That is my best effort.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Getting pictures in front of my house.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Fidget spinners.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “No talking in study halls because study halls are meant to be silent. They are periods where people can use their time to get whatever they need to be done.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I slept in late.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “I left it in my car.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would take it more seriously my freshman and sophomore years.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Make friends with upperclassmen and get out more.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My friends.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My parents.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Not getting to see my friends every day.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Eventful.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Whether to take AP classes or not.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Just have fun while you can because life flies by fast.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Having a family and a wife; working full time and making good money being a financial advisor. Hopefully not in PA anymore.”

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Natalie Woods

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “It’s okay to make mistakes, everyone makes mistakes.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best part about being a senior is that you have more advantages than the lower grade levels. The worst part is senioritis.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I wanted to be a veterinarian when I was in elementary school, but now I want to be a real estate agent or do something with forensics.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Listen to music, such as my favorite songs.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Taking pictures with my cousins/siblings.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Dying my hair half blond and half brown.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “I would change the starting school hours rule back to starting school earlier and then getting out of school earlier (like how it was a couple of years ago).”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “I would be more active in school events.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “High school isn’t as scary as what people said it would be.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My parents.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Finally getting to earn my high school diploma.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Meeting new people and not seeing the familiar faces I see every day in high school.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Challenging.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Either staying virtually or going in person after the pandemic was "over "." 

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Turn in your work on time and don’t develop senioritis.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Living in a different state (somewhere south or west) and making lots of money, as well as living my best life.” 

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Maverick Riddle

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “'Don’t do drugs' from Mr. Read.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Best: Graduating. Worst: All the finals.” 

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Elementary: Logging. Now: Steamfitter.” 

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Nap during the eighth period.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “I once had a Mohawk, I didn’t really think it was embarrassing. It was pretty cool actually.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “Tests, Homework, and any real class work to be gone.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I wrecked my truck into a bridge.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “The girl I had to do my homework wasn’t feeling good.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Mr. Park, he told me to stay active and in shape.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Mr. Bowely.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Long.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “After school plans.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Do work on time.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Married with my own house.”

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Laurin Taylor

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Mr. McBeth saying ‘You gotta shape up.’ I gained consciousness that day.”

 Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Best thing has to be leaving early, the worst is finals.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I forgot my shoes.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “‘She Hates Me’ by Puddle of Mudd.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Mediocre.” 
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Kiley Bartley

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “To stand up for yourself and to believe in yourself.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “It’s the easiest year, but the worst part is finals.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “In elementary school, I wanted to be a vet, now I want to be a dermatologist.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Talk to Mr. Young or Mrs. Bowser about it.”

What is your first day of school traditions?

  • “Dress Nice.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “The strict dress code.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Stand up for yourself and don’t hold things back.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “My friends and some teachers.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My mom and some friends.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Dealing with bills and college.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Interesting.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Turn in your work on time and don’t give excuses.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “With my dream job and dream life.”

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Madeline Golier

13 days ago

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Elementary School: Rock Journalist. Now: Work in political campaigning/ for an administration.” 

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “Read.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “It will all work out.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “Going to a good college.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Which college to apply to.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Happy.”
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Caden Marshall

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Marcha, we are surprised to see you any day.” - Mr. Sweitzer 

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “The best thing is work release, the worst thing is senioritis.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “I’ve wanted to weld my whole life and that’s what I’m doing after school.”

When high school gets difficult, how do you cope?

  • “I drive around.”

Most embarrassing trend you took part in?

  • “Parting my hair down the middle, but I rocked it.”

If you could change a rule, which rule would you change and why?

  • “I would change the no outside drinks rule because some people paid for their drinks.”

What was your best tardy (late to class) excuse?

  • “I fell up the stairs.”

What is the most creative excuse you’ve used to get out of a homework assignment?

  • “I had homework in another class and couldn’t get to your assignment.”

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Sleep more.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Mr. Sweitzer.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My teachers.”

A song that best describes high school is…?

  • “'Poker Face', by Lady Gaga.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Boring.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “Whether I wanted to study or get extra hours at work.”

Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Working the same full-time job that I’m in now.”


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Brayden Kunselman

13 days ago

What is the most meaningful thing a teacher has ever taught you or said to you?

  • “Mr. Province telling me to spike a bean bag and not a phone.”

Best and worst part about being a senior?

  • “Best: Teachers are awesome; Worst: Deciding your afterschool plans.”

What did you want to be when you grew up in elementary school versus now?

  • “Growing up:  NFL Player; Now: Architect.”  

If you could start school over, what would you do differently?

  • “Maybe try a little harder.”

If you could travel back in time, to the beginning of high school, what would you tell yourself?

  • “Just turn in the work and you’ll be set.”

Who inspired you throughout high school?

  • “Big Mike.”

What has motivated you to get through high school?

  • “My family.”

What scares you the most about leaving high school and going into the “real world”?

  • “Taxes.”

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Long.”

What is the most difficult decision you’ve had to make relating to high school?

  • “What I will do following high school.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Do you work.”
Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

  • “Making tons of money.”
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Aliza Duquin

13 days ago

What is one word to describe your high school experience?

  • “Helpful.”

What advice would you give to underclassmen?

  • “Listen to you teachers!”
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BAHS Class of 2023 Graduation Events

6 days ago


Brookville Class of 2023 Baccalaureate
Brookville Presbyterian Church
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
7:00 PM

2023 Brookville Graduation Ceremony
Brookville High School Auditorium
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
7:00 PM
Doors open at 6:30 PM

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BASD Device Collection Schedule

13 days ago


Brookville Area School District will begin collecting district-issued student Chromebooks and tablets the week of May 15th.  The complete collection schedule is listed below.

On their designated collection day, students should bring their Chromebook or tablet, charging brick, charging cable, and carry case to school.  Students should also remove any non-BASD stickers or decals from their devices and remove any personal items from their carry cases before returning them.

Students that are absent on their designated collection day should take their device to their school office on the first day that they return to school.

Device damage or missing components will be handled according to the district's Computer Device Handbook and Protection Plan policies.

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2023 Device Collection Schedule

Kindergarten - Monday, May 15th

1st Grade - Monday, May 15th
2nd Grade - Monday, May 15th

3rd Grade - Wednesday, May 17th
4th Grade - Wednesday, May 17th
5th Grade - Thursday, May 18th
6th Grade - Thursday, May 18th

7th Grade - Monday, May 22nd
8th Grade - Tuesday, May 23rd
9th Grade - Wednesday, May 24th
10th Grade - Wednesday, May 24th
11th Grade - Tuesday, May 23rd
12th Grade - Monday, May 22nd
Keystone Test Takers - Wednesday, May 24th

Cyber/Brightspace Students - Friday, May 26th from 11am to 5pm at the High School Aux Gym


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Summer Fun Camps Planned for Hickory Grove Students

13 days ago


BASD is once again partnering with community organizations to provide summer fun and educational opportunities for current Hickory Grove students.  If you are currently a student enrolled at Hickory Grove for the 2022-2023 school year, you are eligible to attend any or all of these summer camps for free.  Registration is limited, so be sure to return your registration form as soon as possible to Jess Weible at the Hickory Grove Office.  All forms are due by May 22nd.

More information about the programs and a copy of the registration form are available HERE.

Please contact Jess Weible at jweible@basd.us with any questions.

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School Lunch Hero Day

13 days ago


Friday, May 5, is National School Lunch Hero Day. Our Lunch Heroes prepare healthy meals, adhere to strict nutrition standards, navigate student food allergies, and offer service with a smile.

The BASD Food Service Department is a small but mighty crew. With a staff of 14 shared among 4 locations, our ladies really do have food-savvy superpowers. This year alone they are on track to serve 150,000 breakfasts and 240,000 lunches to our district students and Head Start programs. Their grocery list is extensive and includes several tons of fresh fruits and vegetables and well over a quarter of a million half-pints of milk! Students enjoy traditional fare that includes 60,000 slices of pizza and 25,000 peanut butter jelly sandwiches. Approximately 15 tons of ground beef, chicken, and cheese round out the main grocery items needed to prepare the district’s students’ favorite meals.

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Please take time to thank our dedicated ladies who not only know their way around the kitchen but who know and love every one of our Brookville students!

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2023 K-6 Summer Literacy Program

13 days ago


The Summer Literacy Program in grades K-6 will be held at Hickory Grove Elementary School this year in July.  For details and to register for the program please click HERE.

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BASD Music Department Announces Spring Concerts

13 days ago


The Brookville Area School District Music Department is proud to announce their 2023 Spring Concerts schedule:

High School Bands Spring Concert
Thursday, April 27 at 7:00 PM
Featuring the Jr High Band, Jazz Band, and Concert Band

High School Orchestras Spring Concert
Thursday, May 4 at 7:00 PM
Featuring the Jr High and Sr High Orchestras

High School Choirs Spring Concert
Thursday, May 11 at 7:00 PM
Featuring the Jr High Choir, Chamber Singers and Concert Choir

Elementary Spring Concert
Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 PM
Featuring the Elementary Band, Elementary Choir and Elementary Orchestra

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All concerts will be held in the Brookville Area High School Auditorium and are free and open to the public.  We hope you can join us!

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Brooke Emery Glaze

13 days ago


By Natalie Himes

Brooke E. Emery was a Brookville Area alumni who graduated in the class of 2020. Following her graduation from Brookville High School, she went on to Shippensburg University with a track and field scholarship, pursuing a degree in Exercise Science. She, unfortunately, away at the age of 19 in 2021. During her time at Brookville High School, Emery created a unique glaze that gives off a bubble effect when fired.

At Brookville High School, a lot of the older advanced sculpture students get to test out different proportions of mixtures in their creations. This is typically not offered to the younger, inexperienced students. Emery found the idea for her glaze while scrolling through Pinterest. After numerous failed attempts at finding the perfect proportions, Emery was finally able to create her glaze.

The glaze consists of dish soap added to the typical glaze mixture. This gives off a bubble effect when fired. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, students have not tried this style as much due to the fact that germs could be easily spread by blowing bubbles onto the pottery. Additionally, Emery did not make a huge supply of this glaze. The staff decided to preserve it for special occasions, like the Brooke Emery Memorial Scholarship.

The Brooke Emery Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by the Emery family in memory of Brooke. In 2022, the scholarship recipients were Emily Martz, Julia Bailey, Abby Keth, and Emily Spencer. This year, in addition to the scholarship, the Brookville Art Department will be adding an additional prize, which is a sculpture finished in Emery’s glaze.

Emery’s art teacher, Stephen Jaworski, was able to recount several of his favorite sculpture creations by Emery. One of her biggest sculptures was “Forky” from Toy Story 4 that used to be hung in the choir room at Brookville High School. Another sculpture was a foot-tall, realistic ceramic shark bursting out of the water. Brooke Emery was also able to capture several Brookville teachers in her artwork. Brooke Emery made a split-face design of Spanish teacher Erin McCronich, which was displayed in the Spanish classroom. Along with that, “she made the foam Mr. Jaworski face that is currently hanging above my desk,” Mr. Jaworski added.



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Elementary Yearbooks

13 days ago


It's not too late to purchase your elementary yearbook! It includes all 3 elementary schools- Northside, Pinecreek and Hickory Grove. At some point our books will be gone - don’t wait and then miss out, order yours TODAY!


Click HERE to order!

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Opportunities for Writers and Artists

13 days ago

Two exciting opportunities for young writers are now underway! First, the Brookville Area School District is working with The Watershed Journal Literary Group to produce our annual student literary magazine. Original student poetry, stories, artwork, and photography will be selected for this year’s publication which is due to be printed near the end of this school year. In the meantime, free copies of last year’s edition, Turning the Page: A Literary Magazine for the Brookville Area School District, are available at Watershed Books at 194 Main Street, Brookville. 

Another opportunity for young writers comes to us from WPSU, which is hosting a Poetry Writing Contest for students in grades K-12. Students can submit their original poetry now through February 28, 2023. More information can be found at www.wpsu.org/poetrycontest. These submissions may also be considered for the BASD student literary magazine. 

Self-expression is vital for all students. Encourage a young writer or artist in your life to pursue their inspiration through these creative opportunities. 

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School Closing/Delay Information

13 days ago


Brookville Area School District utilizes a number of resources to inform the public of school closings and delays.  The following is a list of those resources.

NOTE: Due to the potential for technical difficulties on any given day, it's important to not rely on a single source for school closing/delay information.

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  • School Messenger - The district's mass notification system used to send automated phone calls, text messages, and emails to GUARDIANS and district staff.  More information about the SchoolMessenger system can be found HERE.

  • BASD Website - www.basd.us

  • BASD Facebook - Facebook.com/BrookvilleSD

  • BASD Twitter - Twitter.com/BrookvilleSD

  • Electronic Sign - Located at the main drive entrance to Brookville Jr./Sr. High School on Jenks St.

  • Television Stations
    • WTAJ
    • WJAC/WWCP/WATM
    • WTAE
    • KDKA

  • Radio Stations
    • Mega Rock/WMKX
    • WPXZ/KOOL 103.3
    • Sunny 106.5
    • Q102/Bigfoot Country

  • Other

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Raider Time - After School Program for Grades 1 - 6

13 days ago


Raider Time is our after school program for students in grades 1st-6th to educate, empower, inspire, and enjoy!  We will work with students to build academic and social-emotional competence while promoting strong connections and a sense of community.  There is no charge for the program, but there are rules and standards that must be followed for the benefit of all students and staff involved.

Enrollment application forms can be found on the district website and will be distributed to all students in homeroom.  Please complete a new form for each child you are enrolling in the program.  If you have any questions, please contact Jessica Weible, the Afterschool Program Coordinator, at (814) 849-8372 ext. 3107 or jweible@basd.us.

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CDC Updates Guidance

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Posted August 18, 2022

Dear parents and families,

We are looking forward to seeing all of our students next week. We are running the same bell schedules as last year – including early dismissals on Fridays – and school starts Wednesday, August 24. Recognizing that students need to be in school, the CDC has updated its recommendations regarding COVID. In short, the new guidance represents a shift from institutional direction to individual responsibility. In keeping with this latest guidance, we will no longer be conducting contact tracing or informing families of the need to quarantine. Students and staff who test positive should isolate for at least five days, but they are welcome to return when their symptoms subside. As with strep and the flu, students and staff should be fever free for 24 hours without the use of meds before returning to the building. In sum, families should keep sick kids at home and follow their doctors’ orders. Thank you for taking these precautions and for trusting and supporting us in the year to come. 

Sincerely,

Erich May, Ed.D.

Superintendent

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Host Families Wanted

13 days ago

Brookville Area School District does not have a foreign exchange student this fall, so districtleaders are encouraging local families to consider hosting an international student.

“It’s a great way to add some diversity to our schools and community,” said SuperintendentErich May. Dr. May added, “Exchange students add something special to our schools, but theyalso create a great experience for host families.”

Study abroad programs bring people together, increase cultural understanding, and promote afriendlier world. Families who would consider hosting an exchange student can work withvarious agencies, including the Pan Atlantic Foundation.

In fact, Pan Atlantic has a representative right here in Jefferson County. Mrs. Beth Weiland, ofCorsica, is currently hosting a student from Thailand. She would be happy to answer questionsfor potential host families, and she can be reached at bethderek@windstream.net.

Pan Atlantic does offer full year placements, but they are currently looking to place students forthe second semester, starting in January. This five month commitment includes room andboard, but natural families send spending cash, and the agency provides health insurance forstudents. Host families just need to set an extra place at the table.

Pan Atlantic students all speak English, although improving their skill with the language is oneof the goals of the program. Students from Korea, Spain, Italy and Germany are looking forhomes for January. For more info, call Mrs. Weiland or visit www.iwanttohost.org.

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Board Evaluates Superintendent

13 days ago

June 28, 2022

The Brookville Area School Board conducted its formal evaluation of Superintendent Erich May on June 20, 2022. The board used an evaluation rubric provided by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association. 

Dr. May was rated distinguished or proficient in all six of the Objective Performance Standards: Student Growth and Achievement, Organizational Leadership, District Operations and Financial Management, Communication and Community Relations, Human Resource Management, and Professionalism.

Dr. Erich May

Dr. May received high marks for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations; demonstrating ethical and personal integrity; and maintaining the confidence and trust of school professionals and the community.

As part of their annual evaluation, the board also monitored the status of the goals set by the superintendent. Dr. May achieved all of his annual goals: overseeing the district’s comprehensive plan and the application for ARP ESSER; monitoring progress of the new maintenance building and other improvement projects; organizing in-service days devoted to teaching and learning as well as safety and security; and analyzing staffing levels and making recommendations as to the feasibility of reducing the workforce.

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Occupational Assessment Tax Information

13 days ago

Occupational taxes are being collected by Berkheimer for the Brookville Area School District.  The tax is levied at three levels ($50 for laborers, $85 for skilled labor, and $105 for professional/managerial).  There are example occupations for each level listed on the reverse side of the CHANGE form that is included with your tax bill.  If you need to adjust your assessment to another level, fill out the CHANGE form listing your adjusted occupation and mail the following three items to HAB-MISC, PO Box 25144, Lehigh Valley, PA  18002:

   1) the signed CHANGE form certifying your assessment adjustment,

   2) the stub from your original bill noting your revised amount, and

   3) your payment of the adjusted amount due to Berkheimer. 

A copy of the CHANGE form is available by clicking HERE.

If you receive a bill and as of July 1, 2022, you were retired, unemployed, a homemaker, active US military, clergy, full-time student or have moved out of Brookville Area School District, you may be EXEMPT from the tax. If you fall into one of these categories, you need to apply for an EXEMPTION by completing the EXEMPTION form and returning it to the school district by October 31.  The EXEMPTION form is available online by clicking HERE.  The form is also available at the District’s Administrative Office located at 104 Jenks St., Brookville or by calling 814-849-8372, ext 1108.  

If you have any questions regarding occupational taxes, please call the Brookville Area School District Business Office at 814-849-8372, ext 1108.

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BASD Seeks to Expand Pool of Substitute Teachers

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BASD wishes to expand our pool of enthusiastic people who would like to work as substitute teachers. Did you know that anyone with a Bachelor's degree, regardless of the major, can apply to be a substitute teacher? The District can obtain an emergency permit through the PA Department of Education, which is valid for one school year. Additionally, districts can request a re-issuance of emergency permits for day-to-day substitutes on a yearly basis. Requirements include the following:

  • Proof of Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Background clearances
  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien status (green card)

If you are interested, please contact us for more information on the processes and procedures; we can help you. Please contact Judi Anthony at 814-849-8372, Ext. 1119, or by email to: janthony@basd.us.

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U.S. Selective Service Information

13 days ago


I'm writing to provide information on the U.S. Selective Service System and answer any questions you and your students might have regarding registration requirements.

We would greatly appreciate your assistance with informing your 17/18-year old students the requirement to register and encouraging them to register with the U.S. SSS as soon as possible.  Please feel free to refer to our agency's website for more information:  http://www.sss.gov.

I'm based in the Pittsburgh area and I would be happy to answer any questions regarding registration requirements as needed.  My contact information is in the signature block below.

Thank you for supporting our nation's defense.  

Joe Miller
 
Joseph C. Miller
Major, U.S. Air Force
Detachment PA 1-13
U.S. Selective Service System 
PHONE: 412-952-3642
EMAIL: joseph.miller@sss.gov

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Property Tax Relief - Homestead and Farmstead Exclusions

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The Taxpayer Relief Act provides for property tax reduction allocations to be distributed by the Commonwealth to each school district. Property tax reduction is then provided to homeowners through homestead and farmstead exclusion(s). School districts are required to notify homeowners by December 31 of each year if their property is not already approved for this tax reduction. Applications for 2020 will be mailed out soon. Please note, if you own multiple properties, you will receive applications for each property that is not already approved. A property owner can only have one PRIMARY residence receive the homestead exclusion. A primary residence is where you intend to reside permanently until you move to another home.You may not claim multiple properties as your primary residence.

Tax reduction varies from year to year based on the Commonwealth’s distribution of funds and the number of homestead/farmstead properties that are approved. In recent years, approved homesteads in the Brookville Area School District have each received an annual tax reduction of approximately $200. If you had been approved for the 2019 Fall School Real Estate Taxes, you would have noticed a homestead credit listed on your tax bill and, if applicable, an additional farmstead credit up to the same amount. In order to be considered a farmstead, the property needs to be the primary residence of the owner, be at least ten contiguous acres in area, and include buildings or structures that are used for the purpose of commercial agricultural production.

If you receive a 2020 Application for Homestead and Farmstead Exclusions that lists your PRIMARY residence, please read the instructions carefully. If you believe you qualify for the homestead or farmstead exclusion(s), you need to return a completed form to the Jefferson County Assessment Office by March 1, 2020.

If you have been previously approved for a homestead or farmstead property tax reduction and the property no longer qualifies for the homestead or farmstead exclusion(s), you must notify the assessor at 849-1526 within 45 days of the change. Any person who files an application that contains false information, or who does not notify the assessor of a change in use which no longer qualifies as homestead or farmstead property, will be required to pay the taxes due, plus interest and penalties, and pay any applicable fines.

If you have any questions regarding this issue, please do not hesitate to call the business office at Brookville Area School District at 814-849-1103.

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BASD Food Service Offers Online Application for Free & Reduced Meals

13 days ago

The Brookville Area School District has made it faster and easier for parents to apply for free and reduced meals.

This free service enables families to receive program benefits faster than using the paper application.  Your application is electronically submitted directly to the child nutrition office for processing.
* Submit an application in minutes
* Easy-to-follow steps
* Faster processing
* Safe and secure

To get started visit www.schoolcafe.com .

Please visit the Brookville Area School District Food Service web page for more information.

Paper applications are available at the school offices, cafeterias or by calling the Food Service Department.

Rebecca Kammerdeiner
Food Service Director
(814) 849-1138

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