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All four Brentwood seniors pose in front of Jayson Castro's project. From left: Angel Rojas, Jayson Castro, Rudy Papa, and Tristan Whittaker.

Brentwood Scouts of Troop 371 Soar to New Heights

Mia Espinal, Michel Martinez, and Amna Naqvi June 25, 2024

The Boy Scouts of America is one of the biggest scouting organizations in the United States with around 1 million participants each year, according to Aaron on Scouting, the official site of Scouting Magazine....

Joshua Rivedal Presents on Mental Health During P.S. I Love You Week

Joshua Rivedal Presents on Mental Health During P.S. I Love You Week

Taina Bruno, Staff Writer May 2, 2024

Ten percent of children and young people aged 5-16 years have a clinically diagnosable mental health problem, yet 70% of children and adolescents who experience mental health problems have not had appropriate...

Panting For Pancakes

Panting For Pancakes

Taina Bruno, Staff Writer April 18, 2024

Students went the distance on Sunday, April 7, for the annual Gary Mintz Pancake Run, along with Brentwood alumni, faculty and retirees. Participants ranging in ages from 8-70 ran or walked the 5k race....

These giant window stickers depicting the Brentwood “B” and feathers is featured on the windows above the atrium in the Sonderling Center.  (Farah Alzafarani & Zohia Tahir)

Indians No More: Brentwood Prepares to Retire Native American Mascot

Karla Chica, Staff Writer January 16, 2024

Brentwood School District is currently on the hunt for a new mascot. It must continue to uphold Brentwood School District’s ideals of excellence in education, athletics, character, and creativity. As...

Student Leaders Visit Albany for First Legislative Session of 2024

Student Leaders Visit Albany for First Legislative Session of 2024

Andres Taborda January 12, 2024

On Jan. 8, 2024, leaders from the New York State Assembly held their first day in legislative session. For the past 21 years, NYS Assemblyman Phil Ramos has invited leaders from all across long island...

Brentwood High School Blood Drive Shows Importance of Student Contributions

Brentwood High School Blood Drive Shows Importance of Student Contributions

Michelle Guevara, Staff Writer December 8, 2023

You don’t have to be a doctor or firefighter to save lives. You can do something as simple as giving a blood donation.  On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Brentwood High School held a student blood drive in...

Girls Inc. Hosts Annual Luncheon to Inspire Young Women

Girls Inc. Hosts Annual Luncheon to Inspire Young Women

Madison Staunton, Staff Writer December 7, 2023

Do you want to become a powerful woman to inspire other young girls? On Thursday, Nov. 2, members of the Brentwood High School chapter of Girls Inc. visited the Heritage Club at Bethpage in Farmingdale...

Sonderling Library 2.0

Sonderling Library 2.0

Taina Bruno, Staff Writer December 3, 2023

The library is not only a tranquil place for students to study and work, but also a place for students to escape the noisy cafeterias and read a good book or socialize with friends. Students have made...

2024 Seniors Enjoy BOO-tiful Halloween Haunt at Dorney Park

2024 Seniors Enjoy BOO-tiful Halloween Haunt at Dorney Park

Mia Espinal, Staff Writer December 3, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 27, the Brentwood seniors headed to Pennsylvania to attend the annual Halloween Haunt at Dorney Park. Mrs. Rivas and Mrs. Cereola, senior class advisors, planned and organized the yearly...

Photo provided by Dr. Sequoyah Wharton.

The Rain Can’t Stop Us: Brentwood Celebrates Pep Rally Indoors

Jissell Fernandez November 23, 2023

As the rain poured down on the Friday of senior pep rally, it might’ve seemed like all hope was lost. Nevertheless, Brentwood was able to rise to the occasion. Students still cheered wildly while...

Chills and Thrills at Brentwood’s Safe Halloween

Chills and Thrills at Brentwood’s Safe Halloween

Maham Siddiqi, Staff Writer November 20, 2023

On Thursday, Oct. 26, a magical evening began as students brewed up candy, crafted eerie delights, hosted thrilling games, and served treats fit for a coven’s celebration. For the past 15 years, Brentwood...

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