The Student Voice of Granville High School

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Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Nearby Knox County experiences Measles outbreak
Seniors Miho Gillespie and John Whiting pose with the keynote speaker Dr. Leen Gorissen. Photo courtesy of E.B. Smith.
Students, teachers lead the way at 2025 Student Power Summit
Granville Superintendent Jeff Brown shared the district's growth plan at a community meeting on Jan. 15. He discussed the impact a new MI community will have on the district. Source: Screenshot of meeting recording posted on the GEVSD website.
District prepares for rapid expansion
Sports media club adviser Scott Turner speaks to students in the Multimedia Journalism class about his vision for the new club on Jan. 30. He also met with potential club members during Ace period.
District hires sports media club adviser
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
Senior AJ Buerkel goes vertical before smashing his balloon on classmate Cooper Phillips. The pair won the event in a close finish.
School Spirit Soars
The set for "Stereophonic" on Broadway makes use of a vintage mixing table and a fully functional recording booth to achieve peak realism.
OPINION: Put down the remote and head to the theater
Domestic news channels cause heads to spin with biased stances, conflicting information and limited objectivity
OPINION: BBC is Better
Many women have taken a step back from their romantic relationships to focus on their relationships with their friends on Galentine's Day. Image generated by AI.
OPINION: Galentine’s Day is better than Valentine’s Day
Talia Barbuto competes in the hammer throw in the 2023 state meet. The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) recently banned the hammer throw from all high school events due to the risk of injury to spectators and athletes. Photo courtesy of Talia Barbuto.
OPINION: Hammer throw should not be thrown out
OPINION: Breaking the bank to be bougie
OPINION: Breaking the bank to be bougie
Students on their phones during their lunch period
OPINION: Cell phones could be banned in the classroom– and that’s a good thing
Freshman Greta Laughbaum has many happy memories of time spent with her grandmother and grandfather. After her grandfather's death, Laughbaum learned a lot about love, loss and life. Photo courtesy of Greta Laughbaum.
Finding the Silver Lining: Greta Laughbaum
Eon Walter and Deli Young share a passion for art.
Crochet, art camps and an exile from the peanut-free table
After an injury during his junior year, Jackson Pelzer developed a new outlook on football and life. “It made me definitely appreciate being healthy and playing football a lot more,” he said. Photo courtesy of Jackson Pelzer.
Finding the Silver Lining: Jackson Pelzer
Sophomore Norah Gangwer sews a tank top on her home sewing machine. Creating their own clothes is one way students embrace sustainability.
Sustainability is more than a trend
Intervention specialist Tara works with students in a variety of settings including co-teaching English with Mrs. Smith. As a teen, Hartshorn struggled when her family moved, but she eventually found the silver lining in the situation.
Finding the Silver Lining: Tara Hartshorn
Sophomores Ben Rose and Seth Winterhalter use their phones during lunch
It’s a smart choice to use a dumb-phone
Jungle Jim's International Market in Cincinnati does not disappoint. Source: Jungle Jim's International Market
Jungle Jim’s: A Survival Guide
Alysa Stephens and Annie McCracken share their favorite Valentine's movies.
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
OCRAM members Owen Costa, Sam Hannig, Liam Dunkes,and Nolan Gay at their recent show at the Dirty Dungarees Laundromat in Columbus. Mid-song, front man Owen Costa broke out a didgeridoo to add a theatrical flare to the song. Photo courtesy of Addie Hannig
Rocking with OCRAM
Lisp Goblin and senior Sage Kennedy pose after he created a custom hat for her. Lisp specializes in using airbrush techniques to upcycle vintage clothes, workwear, and other garments to create rare works of art.
Airbrushed alter ego
Source: Drama Department
‘Great Scott!’
A dedicated filmmaker, Smith spends hours working on his films; he often shoots spontaneously and without a script. Photo courtesy of Grey Smith.
Student filmmaker utilizes antiques and bones to create stop-motion
Source: Granville Athletic Department
Granville takes on states
Coach Brooke poses with his daughter, Taylor, after the 2024 championship. Brooke started coaching the softball team in 2022. Photo courtesy of Coach Brooke.
Coach Brooke builds pride in softball family
Charlotte Turner, Audrey Ames, Avery Ogg and Sophia Poling celebrate their win on the podium. The team placed first in the 4x400m at the indoor track state championship on Mar. 15. Photo courtesy of Rex Carr.
Granville girls 4×400 team brings home gold
The Blue Aces beat Elida 55-48 during the Division III regional semifinal game at Bluffton University on Feb. 26.
Girls basketball team advances to OHSAA DIII Regional Final
Keegan Cross shoots a free throw. Granville beat Licking Valley for the third time this season on Feb. 18.
Boys basketball eliminates Licking Valley from tournament
Senior Katie Cottrell gets ready to pass the ball the sophomore Elle Mortimer.
Girls basketball beats Newark Catholic on Feb. 6
Comic Corner, Ep. 5
In the first episode of Heart of Granville, host Mars Herreman speaks with world literature and SDL teacher, E.B. Smith. Photo courtesy of Tara Hartshorn.
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Freshman Maddie Wood checks the scoreboard before her turn to bowl. Learn more about Wood and the sport of bowling in the latest episode of "Gametime Laughs."
Gametime Laughs Ep. 3: Maddie Wood, Bowling
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
Runners line up at the start of the Granville Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. This event has become a Thanksgiving tradition for many Granville families.
Granville Turkey Trot 5K 2024
What’s twinning?
Retro Revival
Retro Revival
Senior Teresa Collins presents English teacher Beth Simmons with a gift of appreciation from Key Club.
Students thank teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week
Layton Mayberry and Joseph Day complete a transaction in the student store.
Young entrepreneurs
Fisher Points into the camera
Interview with Mr. Fisher
The Blue Aces beat Elida 55-48 during the Division III regional semifinal game at Bluffton University on Feb. 26.
Girls basketball team advances to OHSAA DIII Regional Final
Keegan Cross shoots a free throw. Granville beat Licking Valley for the third time this season on Feb. 18.
Boys basketball eliminates Licking Valley from tournament
Senior Katie Cottrell gets ready to pass the ball the sophomore Elle Mortimer.
Girls basketball beats Newark Catholic on Feb. 6
Sophomore Oliver Rodgers flexes at the crowd after finishing his heat during the meet.
Boys and girls swim teams secure LCL Championships on Feb. 1
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Wrestlers grab a stellar victory in last match of season
Garrett Hinton giving it his all.
Indoor track team hosts exciting first home meet at Capital University on Jan. 19
Comic Corner, Ep. 5
In the first episode of Heart of Granville, host Mars Herreman speaks with world literature and SDL teacher, E.B. Smith. Photo courtesy of Tara Hartshorn.
Heart of Granville: Ep.1: E.B. Smith
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Portrait of a Graduate Traits in the Workforce: Beth Wenning of The Waterford Project
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Beyond The Notes Ep. 1, Owen White
Freshman Maddie Wood checks the scoreboard before her turn to bowl. Learn more about Wood and the sport of bowling in the latest episode of "Gametime Laughs."
Gametime Laughs Ep. 3: Maddie Wood, Bowling
Podcast host Barrett Waggoner talks to junior Annie McCracken about indoor track and field.
Gametime Laughs Ep. 2: Annie McCracken, Indoor Track and Field
The Student Voice of Granville High School

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The Student Voice of Granville High School

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NEWS
Seniors Miho Gillespie and John Whiting pose with the keynote speaker Dr. Leen Gorissen. Photo courtesy of E.B. Smith.
Students, teachers lead the way at 2025 Student Power Summit
Cannon Fink, Photo Editor • March 14, 2025
Granville Superintendent Jeff Brown shared the district's growth plan at a community meeting on Jan. 15. He discussed the impact a new MI community will have on the district. Source: Screenshot of meeting recording posted on the GEVSD website.
District prepares for rapid expansion
Sophia Crestale, BAM Reporter • January 31, 2025
Sports media club adviser Scott Turner speaks to students in the Multimedia Journalism class about his vision for the new club on Jan. 30. He also met with potential club members during Ace period.
District hires sports media club adviser
Mars Herreman, BAM Reporter • January 31, 2025
OPINION
The set for "Stereophonic" on Broadway makes use of a vintage mixing table and a fully functional recording booth to achieve peak realism.
OPINION: Put down the remote and head to the theater
Sophia Sturiano, Editor in Chief • March 25, 2025
Domestic news channels cause heads to spin with biased stances, conflicting information and limited objectivity
OPINION: BBC is Better
Erika Olson, BAM Reporter • February 25, 2025
Many women have taken a step back from their romantic relationships to focus on their relationships with their friends on Galentine's Day. Image generated by AI.
OPINION: Galentine’s Day is better than Valentine’s Day
Cannon Fink, Photo Editor • February 11, 2025
GRANVILLE GAMES
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SPORTS
Source: Granville Athletic Department
Granville takes on states
Annie McCracken, BAM Reporter • April 7, 2025
Coach Brooke poses with his daughter, Taylor, after the 2024 championship. Brooke started coaching the softball team in 2022. Photo courtesy of Coach Brooke.
Coach Brooke builds pride in softball family
Alysa Stephens, BAM Reporter • March 28, 2025
Charlotte Turner, Audrey Ames, Avery Ogg and Sophia Poling celebrate their win on the podium. The team placed first in the 4x400m at the indoor track state championship on Mar. 15. Photo courtesy of Rex Carr.
Granville girls 4×400 team brings home gold
Annie McCracken, BAM Reporter • March 14, 2025
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FEATURES
After an injury during his junior year, Jackson Pelzer developed a new outlook on football and life. “It made me definitely appreciate being healthy and playing football a lot more,” he said. Photo courtesy of Jackson Pelzer.
Finding the Silver Lining: Jackson Pelzer
Hayes Pyle, Yearbook Staff • April 2, 2025
Sophomore Norah Gangwer sews a tank top on her home sewing machine. Creating their own clothes is one way students embrace sustainability.
Sustainability is more than a trend
Mars Herreman, BAM Reporter • April 1, 2025
Intervention specialist Tara works with students in a variety of settings including co-teaching English with Mrs. Smith. As a teen, Hartshorn struggled when her family moved, but she eventually found the silver lining in the situation.
Finding the Silver Lining: Tara Hartshorn
Aryan Amirtibar, Yearbook Staff • March 26, 2025
PODCASTS
A&E
Jungle Jim's International Market in Cincinnati does not disappoint. Source: Jungle Jim's International Market
Jungle Jim’s: A Survival Guide
Lily Robinson, BAM Writer • April 10, 2025
Alysa Stephens and Annie McCracken share their favorite Valentine's movies.
Five iconic romantic comedies from the 2000s
Annie McCracken, BAM Reporter • March 10, 2025
OCRAM members Owen Costa, Sam Hannig, Liam Dunkes,and Nolan Gay at their recent show at the Dirty Dungarees Laundromat in Columbus. Mid-song, front man Owen Costa broke out a didgeridoo to add a theatrical flare to the song. Photo courtesy of Addie Hannig
Rocking with OCRAM
Erika Olson, BAM Reporter • March 4, 2025
ALBUM OF THE WEEK
Rage Against the Machine Album Cover: Released by Epic Records in 1992
Album of the Week April 14-18
BOOK OF THE WEEK
"Fish" by Bianca Bagnarelli is a meditation on grief, mortality and adolescence. Source: Nobrow Press.
Unique book of the week: ‘Fish’ by Bianca Bagnarelli
BEST OF SNO
A dedicated filmmaker, Smith spends hours working on his films; he often shoots spontaneously and without a script. Photo courtesy of Grey Smith.
Student filmmaker utilizes antiques and bones to create stop-motion
Sophia Sturiano and Erika Olson
Graycen and Philip Vogelmeier pose at Graycen's senior night on Oct. 25, 2024. Philip, a freshman, says he looks up to the sister who donated her bone marrow to him ten years ago. Photo courtesy of Graycen Volgelmeier.
Finding the Silver Lining: Graycen and Philip Volgelmeier
Bella Jump, Yearbook Staff
Pigmy goats Opal and Luna enjoy a snack. They are recent additions to the Land Lab, which is maintained by students enrolled in Environmental Studies.
Just ‘kidding around’
Peyton Goss, Staff Writer
Photo courtesy of Brad BeVier
Strong as a King
Owen Costa, Staff Writer
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Coach Brooke poses with his daughter, Taylor, after the 2024 championship. Brooke started coaching the softball team in 2022. Photo courtesy of Coach Brooke.

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Graycen and Philip Vogelmeier pose at Graycen's senior night on Oct. 25, 2024. Philip, a freshman, says he looks up to the sister who donated her bone marrow to him ten years ago. Photo courtesy of Graycen Volgelmeier.

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