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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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