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Teacher Megan McMullen´s Anatomy class has been learning about the circulatory system. As a learning exercise, they lea…
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Robin Fuqua

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Justice Herrera

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Fresh from our newsroom

Badflower releases debut album The band Badflower released their debut album, OK, I’M SICK, on February 22 of this year. Badflower starting releasing singles to build u
Vampire story line not the usual From the bestselling American young adult fiction author, Lisa Jane Smith, also known as L.J. Smith, comes the great book The Vampire Diarie
New album showcases old favorites On January 24, Weezer unexpectedly released their twelfth album. The band released the new album without any advertisement or announcements
New music show draws a following The Masked Singer is a new celebrity singing competition that has quickly become one of the most popular shows on television. The show is an
Don’t waste time on dull comedy Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon co-star in the R-rated comedy The Spy Who Dumped Me. The film, directed by Susanna Fogel, was released July 25,
New investigation announced The house judiciary committee announced a new investigation into president Donald Trump’s campaign and business. The investigation is a po
Award-winning movie worth a view Bohemian Rhapsody has won two Golden Globe Awards for its ability to show the rise of the famous band Queen. The movie focuses on the life o
Tornadoes rip through Alabama Destructive tornadoes tore through Lee County in Alabama, killing 23 people. Citizens were warned as little as five minutes before tornadoes
Christmas movie fun out on DVD If you missed this delightful fun movie at Christmas, it is now out on DVD and Blu Ray for your viewing pleasure. The Grinch and his dog Max
Rescued dog turns out to be wolf Last week, Estonian construction workers rescued a young wolf from a frozen river in Estonia. The workers spotted, what they thought was a d
Archie comic characters take on a new look The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina is a dark tale, a coming-of-age story, that centers on the Archie Comics character Sabrina Spellman, port
Kim Jong Un arrives in Vietnam North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Vietnam today in a heavily-armored train; he will meet with President Donald Trump in Hanoi in
“Bird Box” full of suspense and action Sandra Bullock’s Netflix thriller spawned dozens of memes and show references over the holiday, and they continue to bombard social media.
Tiger found in Southeast Houston Last week, Houston police received an anonymous tip about a tiger found in an abandoned home in southeast Houston. Since then, the large fel
Sanders announces presidential bid Bernie Sanders announced his plan to run for president as a Democrat in 2020. Early polls among Democratic primary voters show him ranking b

happening @ bhs

Biology students enjoy candy lab

The students sat in their desks, eyeing the pile of candy in front of them. As soon as they were given the green light,
OAP competes in district contest

The students load the bus with all of their props and costumes. Butterflies flutter in their stomachs as they arrive at
Organizations work together to gather donations

One of the main focuses of FCCLA is community service. When the organization competes in a city, they always give to the
Students practice health skills on each other

Teacher Megan McMullen´s Anatomy class has been learning about the circulatory system. As a learning exercise, they lea
FFA members visit Capitol

From new members to alumni. They all gathered from all over Texas to unite as one. FFA members from across the state
Sanchez places first at meet

UIL Number Sense and Mathematics students Jose Sanchez and Bailey Chase traveled to Waco to compete in a practice compet

bison spotlight

Spotlight: Jennifer Dominguez

“Good afternoon, my name is Jennifer Dominguez and these are my partners Sonia Martinez and Vanessa Ramirez. This morn
Spotlight: Sonia Martinez

The door opens and three students roll in a tall display titled ¨FCCLA is Bigger in Buffalo.¨ A student, in particul
Spotlight: Robin Fuqua

Lights, camera, action! The spotlight is set on Robin Fuqua and her passion for teaching theatre arts. “I love helpin
Spotlight: JusticeHerrera

AHHHH ACE YOU KNOW!! The girls scream. Sophomore Justice Herrera spends most of her time playing sports. Herrera is on t
Spotlight: Aryonna Coleman

Woosh! The ball passed over the net. I got it! I got it! Freshman Aryonna Coleman gets the first bump of the play and pa
Spotlight: Aleida Gonzalez

Despite being only a freshman, freshman Aleida Gonzalez´s skill on the basketball court should not be underestimated. G

bison scenes

Check out the LOL Club

Check out some of the scenes from our Love of Literature Club meetings this year. Having our elementary students over fo
Scenes from the court

The Bison and Lady Bison basketball teams are both working on trips to the playoffs this season.
Scenes from football playoffs 2018

The Bison made it deeper into the playoffs than ever before this year under the leadership of athletic director Brandon
A look back at the first six weeks

Starting a new year with a new principal, assistant principal, an almost-completely-new coaching staff and a number of n
Scenes from the county show

FFA and 4-H students have spent much of their week at the Leon County Livestock Show preparing and competing with their
Bison baseball plays on professional field

The baseball team had an opportunity to play one of their games at the Texas Ranger stadium over Spring Break. The boys

sports

Seniors sign to play college ball

In a world where seniors are making college decisions, student athletes have the extra pressure of deciding if – a
Powerlifting team starts competitions

The powerlifting team started competitions this month, traveling to Waco to get started on their season. Competitors sta
Baseball and softball spring into action

Softball and baseball seasons have started already, despite basketball season still running. The softball team already h
Lady Bison cinch district title

The Lady Bison basketball team ended their district with an overall record of 30-2, with a 12-0 record in district, roll
Coaches honored at Chamber banquet

Last week, the football coaches were honored at the annual Chamber of Commerce dinner. The group was formally applauded
Girls team adds JV

Now that the season is in full speed, the Lady Bison basketball team has added a JV team. At the start of the season, th

reviews

Badflower releases debut album

The band Badflower released their debut album, OK, I’M SICK, on February 22 of this year. Badflower starting releasing
Vampire story line not the usual

From the bestselling American young adult fiction author, Lisa Jane Smith, also known as L.J. Smith, comes the great boo
New album showcases old favorites

On January 24, Weezer unexpectedly released their twelfth album. The band released the new album without any advertiseme
New music show draws a following

The Masked Singer is a new celebrity singing competition that has quickly become one of the most popular shows on televi
Don’t waste time on dull comedy

Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon co-star in the R-rated comedy The Spy Who Dumped Me. The film, directed by Susanna Fogel, w
Award-winning movie worth a view

Bohemian Rhapsody has won two Golden Globe Awards for its ability to show the rise of the famous band Queen. The movie f

opinion

Calling a national emergency is like crying wolf

President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on the southern border, a move aimed at securing funding for a bord
Our country deserves the truth

The Senate Intelligence Committee released two studies Monday detailing attempts by the Internet Research Agency, a Krem
Sensible gun control needed

On October 27, a gunman opened fire on a Pittsburgh synagogue, killing 11 and wounding six others while shouting anti-se
Trump needs to be muzzled

Donald Trump praised Montana Republican Representative Greg Gianforte at a Montana rally Thursday night for body slammin
Trump praises assault

Donald Trump praised Montana Republican Representative Greg Gianforte at a Montana rally Thursday night for body slammin
Families remain separated

In June, District Judge Dana Sabraw gave the Trump administration a July 26 deadline to reunite families detained and se

around the world

New investigation announced

The house judiciary committee announced a new investigation into president Donald Trump’s campaign and business. The i
Tornadoes rip through Alabama

Destructive tornadoes tore through Lee County in Alabama, killing 23 people. Citizens were warned as little as five minu
Rescued dog turns out to be wolf

Last week, Estonian construction workers rescued a young wolf from a frozen river in Estonia. The workers spotted, what
Kim Jong Un arrives in Vietnam

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Vietnam today in a heavily-armored train; he will meet with President Donald
Tiger found in Southeast Houston

Last week, Houston police received an anonymous tip about a tiger found in an abandoned home in southeast Houston. Since
Sanders announces presidential bid

Bernie Sanders announced his plan to run for president as a Democrat in 2020. Early polls among Democratic primary voter

scholarships

The Blades of Green Scholarship Fund

Application Procedure: Complete the official application form and send in with your letter of intent. Letter of Inten
A scholarship for women who want to be the boss

Who is eligible? Any female high-school or college student, who wants to start her own online business. How much is each
Fight the Fear Scholarship Slam

ELIGIBILITY The basic requirements are this: (1) you are 25 years of age (or younger), and (2) you are a current or fo
OutdoorStack’s Annual Financial Aid Program 2018

OutdoorStack’s Financial Aid Program 2018: At OutdoorStack, we’re passionate about outdoor activities, and we want
$1,000 New Year’s Resolution Scholarship

New year, new you – or at least slightly newer you. Setting lofty goals in your New Year’s resolutions can feel ins
Free Speech Essay Contest

The Free Speech Essay Contest is open to high school juniors and seniors. To be considered, you must explain in an 800 &

what's happening

3/6 - Group sports and club pics

3/6 - Algebra I Benchmark

3/6 - Ball vs Elkhart

3/6 - Golf @ Athens

3/7 - District OAP

3/7 - Buffalo Track Meet

3/8 - Powerlifting @ Malakoff

3/14 - Ball vs Groesbeck

3/18 - Golf @ Teague

3/18-3/19 - State CX

3/19 - Ball @ Frankston

3/21 - Track @ Leon

3/21 - FFA @ Tarleton

3/22 - Ball vs Westwood

3/25 - Pre AP/DC Night

3/25 - Golf @ Grapeland

3/26 - Ball vs Crockett

3/27 - UIL Academics Contest

3/29 - Ball @ Elkhart

3/29 - Track @ Westwood

4/2 - Speech District Meet

4/3-4/4 - District Track Meet

4/9 - English I EOC

4/11 - English II EOC

4/27 - Prom

4/29 - 8th Grade Parent Orientation

4/30 - Cheer Banquet

5/2 - Belle Spring Show

5/6 - Algebra I EOC

5/7 - Biology EOC

5/8 - USH EOC

5/9 - Scholarship/Awards Night

5/13 - Athletic Banquet

5/16 - FCCLA/FFA Banquet

5/21 - Band Spring Show

meet the beat

Colby Menefee

Colby is a junior and is the co-editor for the staff. Last year, Colby swept district with four first-place finishes and
Megan Wedhorn

Megan Wedhorn is a senior and a co-editor for the staff this year. She is a third generation clarinet player and a squad
Andrea Garcia

Senior Andrea Garcia is assistant co-editor of the yearbook staff. Andrea is involved in other organizations at school,
Kayleigh Rhodes

Senior Kayleigh Rhodes is assistant co-editor of the journalism and yearbook staff. Rhodes is involved in many activitie
Kaline Martinez

Sophomore Kaline Martinez is a second- year member of the Journalism staff and yearbook Managing Editor. She is involved
Scarlet Carrillo

Scarlet Carrillo is a sophomore on her second year of journalism staff. She’s involved in Belles, Band, Spanish, FCCLA

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