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Junior and Philosophy Club founder Cinch Balcom offers the choice between a whole classroom of people and someone’s husband and child in a twist of the classic trolley problem, a thought experiment. The club combined philosophy and Halloween spirit at their meeting on Oct. 30, 2025.
Philosophy Club answers ‘grim’ questions at Halloween-themed meeting
Senior Aurora Theodougherty swings a golf club at a networking event at Topgolf hosted by Graphic Media Alliance on Oct. 30, 2025.
Swinging into the future: GMA hosts student networking event at Topgolf
Brighton High School Automotive’s 2016 Ford Mustang on the race track at the Milan Dragway on Oct. 11, 2025.
Revved, ready and rewarded: BHS Automotive races at Milan Dragway
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
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
Students dance at Brighton High School's 2025 Homecoming dance, nicknamed "Glow-co" for its neon theme.
Opinion: It’s time to rethink how we do Homecoming
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
Brighton High School's freshman football team huddles up before their game.
Freshman football beats Howell High School for first time in four years
JV football players embrace after a successful play.
JV football ‘bounces back’ from loss to Howell to beat Fordson 56-6
Senior and varsity pom captain Elle Robinson cheers on the varsity football team alongside her teammates.
Leading with passion: Varsity pom captains inspire through dedication and teamwork
Brighton High School junior varsity football players prepare to initiate a play at a game against Howell High School on Oct. 16, 2025.
Digging into the bag of tricks: When creativity meets football
Rain or shine, the Brighton High School cross country team continued to train and compete throughout the course of their season.
Rain or shine, Brighton cross country continues to run
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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
Brighton High School junior varsity football players prepare to initiate a play at a game against Howell High School on Oct. 16, 2025.
Digging into the bag of tricks: When creativity meets football
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

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Gavin Hoeh

Gavin Hoeh, Student Life Editor

Gavin is a junior; this is his second year as a writer for the BHS Times and his first year on the yearbook. He participates in Chamber Orchestra, Philosophy Club, Model UN, and Musical. He works as a food runner for a local restaurant while also enjoying riding horses, baking, gaming, and curating playlists.

All content by Gavin Hoeh
Students dance at Brighton High School's 2025 Homecoming dance, nicknamed "Glow-co" for its neon theme.

Opinion: It’s time to rethink how we do Homecoming

Gavin Hoeh, Student Life and Academics Editor
November 5, 2025
Senior and equestrian captain Tessa Carter rides her horse, Gideon.

[Photo] From hurdles to regionals qualification: Equestrian team wraps up memorable season

Malakai Kilduff, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2025
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

Gavin Hoeh, Student Life and Academics Editor
October 22, 2025
Madison Krugh is the first Brighton High School student to participate in the Equestrians with Disabilities program.

Equestrians with Disabilities program allows Brighton student to participate on 2025 equestrian team

Gavin Hoeh, Student Life and Academics Editor
October 21, 2025
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?

Gavin Hoeh and Nimrie Ramsdell
September 29, 2025
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

Gavin Hoeh, Student Life and Academics Editor
September 28, 2025
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

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
May 28, 2025
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

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2025
New to Brighton High School, the Sierra Club hopes to educate students about the environment and inspire them to take action to preserve it.

The Sierra Club aims to educate students about environmentalism

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2025
Between the rise of social media and decreased rigor in the classroom, the watered-down role reading now plays jeopardizes students' ability to develop key communication and critical thinking skills.

Opinion: A decline in reading puts Gen Z in danger

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2025
Dr. Irene Butter shares her experience in the Holocaust with the freshman class to wrap up a ninth-grade English unit on the book "Night" by Elie Wiesel.

A survivor’s warning on being a bystander: Dr. Butter shares her story

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2025
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

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024
A shifted scheduling timeline has stirred controversy among students and staff at BHS.

Why December? And all you need to know about the scheduling change

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2024
Gleaners Food Drive raises over $27,000

Gleaners Food Drive raises over $27,000

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2024
Thrown into the year late, Mrs. Reichhold hopes to create a home for her students at Brighton High School.

New English teacher on the block: Introducing Mrs. Reichhold

Gavin Hoeh, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2024
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