SLIDESHOW: Students, teachers plant RB community garden
May 17, 2012 • Kate Alaks, Staff Reporter
What began as an idea in the mind of English teacher Kathleen Harsy two years ago has finally come (no pun intended) to fruition, as final touches were put on the initial planting of RB’s first sustainable, community garden. The project, which was financed by grant money and volunteer effort,... Read more »
CAREY’S COMIX #8: Nothin’ to write home about
May 16, 2012 • Carey Torres, Staff Reporter, Cartoonist
It’s the end of the year, and all the stories (seemingly) have been written, but Carey’s evil teacher is still insisting she write more. What’s a girl to do? Luckily, Carey’s animated comix point the way, as they have done all year. Take a look at the last edition of Carey’s... Read more »
Slideshow: Best Pictures of 2011-2012
May 16, 2012 • Mickaela Rivera, Staff Reporter
The 2011-2012 school year has been really long for Riverside Brookfield High School students. Clarion took the time to pull together the best pictures of this year and reflect. From an apple core being thrown at an assembly, to Homecoming, to Prom, to feisty board meetings, this year was full of stories.... Read more »
EVERY STUDENT HAS A STORY: Sarah Ulanowicz
May 11, 2012 • Jeffrey Krikie, Staff Reporter
Junior Sarah Ulanowicz is a smart, happy student here at RB . She takes several AP classes and enjoys doing many creative things such as, reading, writing, sewing, and blogging . Being a junior in high school with almost all AP classes isn’t easy . When asked about her AP classes, she said, “Sometimes... Read more »
Sophomores take the plunge into AP Exams
May 11, 2012 • Isabel Pena, Staff Reporter
There are only a few days left until the big test. Sophomores throughout the building are studying every chance they get, worrying they might not pass, or just simply stressing out. All are hoping to grasp every bit of knowledge that might have been missed over the course of the year before it’s too... Read more »
EVERY STUDENT HAS A STORY: Matt Vince
May 10, 2012 • Lauren Kreiss, Staff Reporter
Junior Matt Vince is an outgoing guy who always has a smile on his face whenever someone sees him. H Which he is also known to begin a sentence while stuttering, he is most known is for his skateboarding abilities. Vince started skateboarding four and half years ago when his brother encourage him. Vince... Read more »
SLIDESHOW: Prom 2012
May 9, 2012 • Katie Maxwell, Media Editor
Riverside Brookfield High School’s 2012 Prom was “A Black Tie Affair.” Decked out in their best dresses, suits, and tuxedos, students boarded buses at the high school and then headed over to the River East Art Center for the festivities. If you missed the event, capture some of... Read more »
Varsity boys volleyballers leading while freshmen just learning
May 2, 2012 • Lauren Kreiss, Staff Reporter
The boys varsity volleyball team has been trying their hardest this season. So far, the team is 11-7 and trying to make it to the top. “The team is pretty good. We had a few tough losses, but we are trying to look beyond that and working hard to get to sectionals,” said Daniel (Jake) Fiesler. Fiesler... Read more »
35 RB students rub shoulders with Mayor Emanuel, Jimmy Carter, and more
April 30, 2012 • Madison Powers, Web Editor
On April 23, 2012, thirty five RB students and five staff members attended the Nobel Peace Laureates Summit at the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Forum Center. The summit was titled “Speak Up, Speak Out for Freedom and Rights.” RB was lucky enough to be among the few schools invited, which... Read more »
SLIDESHOW: Tianguis brings tasty treats to Spanish 2 students
April 27, 2012 • Lauren Kreiss, Robby Filec, Staff Reporter, A&E Manager
A taste of Spanish and Mexican cuisine came to the Bulldog Cafe during 1st-3rd periods on April 27th. Spanish Two students made their own products to advertise and sell in this replica of a Spanish market. The activity helped students to practice their conversational skills as they negotiated purchases... Read more »
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