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Thirteen members of Brighton High School's Media Publications program attended the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association's 2025 Fall Conference on Oct. 8, 2025, where they had the opportunity to attend journalism panels and bond as a class.
Capturing the moment: BHS’s Media Publications program honors National Yearbook Week
While high school students don't always enjoy taking standardized tests, many juniors at Brighton High School expressed appreciation for the opportunity to prepare for the SAT with the PSAT.
‘Really helpful’: Juniors reflect on experience taking PSAT
Representatives from the Carl Nagy Foundation disseminate information on mental health and suicide prevention on Sept. 30, 2025.
BHS hosts resource fair to support suicide prevention awareness and student mental health
Brighton High School choir students have fun while preparing for A Cappella Camp on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 2025.
Singing ‘loud and proud’: BHS A Cappella Camp inspires young singers
Senior Leadership students Erik DeKeyser, Elle Robinson, Sophia Tepper and Maya Bjedov pose for a picture while helping with the "pie-in-the-face" station at lunch.
Leadership students expand Pink Week’s efforts and impact
Brighton High School band director Joseph Swinkey leads the Brighton bands through their final concert of the 2024 season.
Brighton bands end 2024 concert season with holiday performance
Together with the Maltby choir and choir alumni, seniors were honored at the holiday performance.
BHS, Maltby, and alumni choir members come together for holiday performance
Tyler Atkin steps into the shoes of Robin Hood for a production of "The Somewhat True Story of Robin Hood," put on by BHS Dramatic Arts.
“The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood” is brought to life by BHS Dramatic Arts
From Sept. 19-21, 2025, Brighton held its second annual "Destination Stars Hollow" event, both generating controversy and garnering praise from attendees and onlookers.
Opposing Sides: Control the crowds or support the turnout?
The new advisory schedule has thrown many students for a loop, with some arguing for the return of the previous schedule.
Opinion: The new advisory schedule needs to go
Amidst an increasing focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, students and administrators can't turn their backs on the skills and content the humanities have to offer.
Opinion: STEM is taking over our schools
When it comes to supporting charitable causes, money—especially when it comes to constant fundraisers—may not be the best way to contribute.
Opinion: School fundraisers are getting out of hand
While many students at Brighton High School are used to ending the year with exams, some feel that the final days would be better spent as field days.
Opposing Sides: The Final Stretch
Pictured above, junior Benjamin Booth was one of several varsity boys soccer players to earn the "Man of the Match" distinction this season, an honor bestowed upon the players with the best performances.
What does it take to be ‘Man of the Match’?
Senior Joselynn Musolf placed ninth and tenth place in her events at regionals.
‘Grateful for the memories’: BHS equestrian team concludes successful season at regionals
The Brighton High School JV girls field hockey team convenes after a game.
BHS JV field hockey team convenes first season as official MHSAA sport with 6-3-3 record
Brighton girls swim and dive seniors Ava Thelander, Lily Storey, Josie Libler, Ava Sventickas and Maggie Burchfield pose in the water following their senior night ceremony on Oct. 16, 2025.
BHS girls swim and dive celebrates senior night with 114-70 win over Hartland
Brighton High School's junior varsity pom team performs at the junior varsity football game against Plymouth High School on Oct. 2, 2025.
JV pom team ‘worked really hard’ to create polished halftime performance
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With Brighton High School administration implementing changes in the scheduling timeline, students are conflicted about how to feel.
Opposing Sides: The Scheduling Controversy
Students are divided about whether Christmas festivities should begin before or after Thanksgiving.
Opposing Sides: Ho, Ho, No
With fall entering full swing, three seniors reflect on their favorite seasonal trends and traditions.
We asked three seniors: What does fall mean to you?
On Oct. 1, 2025, the United States government entered a shutdown, posing potential implications for Brighton High School and the Brighton community. (Photo from Unsplash)
What does the US government shutdown mean for the Brighton community?
TikTok trends like the "Chromebook challenge" reflect an increasingly dangerous face of social media, representing a modern age of teenage rebellion.
A new age of teenage rebellion: Explaining the rise of destructive social media trends
The SAT is often perceived as stressful by the students who have to take it, but teachers and administrators often advice to prepare for it.
Administrators and teachers offer advice for upcoming SAT
Norovirus, a highly contagious virus that produces acute gastroenteritis, has witnessed a peak in cases in Michigan in 2024 and 2025.
Norovirus is in the air—here’s how to stay safe

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Evan Johnson

Evan Johnson, Staff Reporter

Evan is a senior, and this is his first year writing for The BHS Times. He also participates in Model UN, Yearbook, NHS, and Band (both marching and concert). Outside of school, he enjoys reading, playing games, listening to music, learning about history, and spending time with family and friends. 

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Brighton High School choir students have fun while preparing for A Cappella Camp on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, 2025.

Singing ‘loud and proud’: BHS A Cappella Camp inspires young singers

Evan Johnson, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2025
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