Monthly Archives: May 2012

Boulder High students’ 2012 summer plans will take them across the world, keep them stuck at home

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

By Joey Danaher, assistant editor & Eliot Meade, staff writer As the school year winds down, many Boulder High students look forward to a variety of experiences both local and foreign. Some students’ summer plans include traveling to amazing exotic … Continue reading →

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Owl Poll: Summer Plans

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Sophomore Eris Hollingshead to study abroad next year as part of Rotary International program

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By Chandler Baker, staff writer  Eris Hollingshead, a sophomore, is preparing to spend her junior year in Abaete, Minas Gerais, in Brazi, and the upcoming experience has her nerves racing. “I am most nervous because I don’t know how to … Continue reading →

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Boulder Creek Fest on Memorial Day weekend set to unofficially kick off summer season

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By Chandler Baker, staff writer For over 25 years, the annual Boulder Creek Festival has been the unofficial kickoff to summer in Boulder. “On the last week of school, all everyone is talking about is Creek Fest,” sophomore Maria Rocken … Continue reading →

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As Bolder Boulder footrace draws near, BHS students gear up for annual Memorial Day experience

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By Chandler Baker, staff writer It’s that time of the year when everyone starts trading in their boots for sandals, long sleeves for short sleeves and jeans for running shorts. The 34th-annual Bolder Boulder race is coming up on Monday, … Continue reading →

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Students find that balancing school, activities, work can be liberating

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

By Joey Danaher, assistant editor High-school students are not only occupied by classes and sports; many are busy working jobs in their free time. While teenagers’ reasons to work vary from supporting their family to having spending money, the challenge … Continue reading →

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Owl Poll: Thrift Stores

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Thrift stores offer great bargains for high-school students looking to save money

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By Eliot Meade, staff writer High school students are often looking for great ways to save money. As a high school girl, I found that a large portion of my paychecks are spent on clothing and jewelry. I love clothes … Continue reading →

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Members of the class of 2012 excited to see what awaits them after graduation

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

By Chandler Baker, staff writer As the class of 2014 moved their tassels from the right to the left last Saturday, the seniors prepared for one of the most drastic changes of their lives. “Graduating high school is one of … Continue reading →

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Over 10,000 people turn out to view eclipse together at Folsom Field

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

By Chandler Baker, staff writer The clouds may have covered the sun during the full eclipse on Sunday at 7:30 p.m., but the crowd of people watching it at Folsom Field and other places around Boulder still got good views … Continue reading →

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