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In less than a week, we will leave this school for the summer, and for the nearly-400 members of the class of 2026, it is likely forever. We will leave behind four years of routines, expectations, and grades that have shaped crucial moments of our adolescence. But what do those grades actually mean? Many students build their schedules around Senior Studies, “nice” teachers, and classes that aren’t too challenging. This, coupled with the idea that…
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The award-winning Herd Marching Band is a prestigious herald of our school, traveling to parades across the state and country every summer and playing at numerous athletic events. The marching band is composed of a Color Guard, a drumline, and horns. Last year, with Mr. Scott Rabehl retiring, they fell under the new leadership of Mr. Shannon Curtis and Mr. Brian Vieth, bringing new life to the long-reigning Herd. Many returning students have expressed excitement…
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At Buffalo High School, new clubs develop every day. Whether that’s Courageous Conversations, International Club, or even the Pickleball club, students find ways to involve themselves in the community in ways they find are important. One of the most recently established clubs at BHS is the Black Student Union, where students come together to meet new people, celebrate culture, and create a supportive environment. This student-run organization was sparked by a need seen by students…
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In class at Buffalo High School, it’s never out of the ordinary to see fellow classmates with earbuds in and tuned out of the lesson even when their phones are in the phone caddy. In fact, according to a 2019 study by Music Ally, approximately 82% of modern teens listen to music every day, whereas only around 50% of teens listened to music every day in 2000. Many people wonder how music affects teens differently…
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Within the community of the Buffalo Bison girls lacrosse team, the season has so far been defined by their winning record and great stats, but none of that would have been possible without countless hours spent together off the field that has developed the bonds that they have created that have helped led them to have this wining season, which now includes a Lake Conference Championship. Senior goalie Aurora Meyer is one of the key…
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It’s so easy to feel like everyone knows what they’re doing and you’re getting lost. Wondering what your major should be, what college you should go to, and what color prom dress to get. You’re probably worrying more than you ever have, trying to scramble to savor the last few days like everybody tells you that you should. If you blink, you’ll miss it, and your name will be called and you’ll walk down the…
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On the weekend of April 16-18, Buffalo High School’s Performing Arts Center lit up to debut the theater department’s spring play, The Skin of Our Teeth. While the show might display a series of disasters, the production was not anything of the sort. This culminated in a truly unique and unconventional performance that stands out for its nontraditional style. Through the combined efforts of the cast, crew, and tech department, The Skin of Our Teeth…
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Many middle school students pick instruments every year for a variety of reasons; some because people in their family played it, others influenced by friends, and others still because they are simply fascinated by it. Lilah Dongoski ‘27, is of the latter, deciding to play the trumpet at a young age, and never looking back. “I started playing trumpet before I was even in middle school,” Dongoski said. “I always wanted to play the trumpet.…
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Buffalo High School is committed to helping its students become the best they can be. This includes providing them with opportunities to serve their community, something that National Honor Society (NHS) and Tri-M do wonderfully. NHS focuses on supporting the Buffalo community around us, contrary to Tri-M, which focuses on supporting the music community of BHM schools. This year has been eventful for both of the service-oriented organizations at Buffalo High School. To name a…
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Beginning fall of 2026, all schools in the Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose school district will have one mascot: the bison. This includes the elementary schools who previously featured their own unique mascots such as the Northwinds polar bears, Hanover hornets, and Parkside eagles. All non-bison mascots are set to be discontinued after the completion of the 2025-2026 school year. While all school names will remain the same, logos that are not currently adhering to purple and black color…
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