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New theater teacher, Carey McCray, will be taking over Bear River's newly expanded theater department.

New Drama Teacher Sets the Stage

Taylor Shimamoto, Social Media Editor October 6, 2025

After another successful show, previous theater director Sara Noah and the graduating class of 2025 took their final bows on the set of The Tempest. But for many students in Noah’s Professional Theater...

Jessica Lee talking to soccer club members at Club Rush.

New Year, New Club Rush

Kiara Glaspey, Staff Writer October 1, 2025

Bruins got ready to rush for Club Rush, where the clubs of Bear River got together to tell Bruins who they are. This year’s Club Rush was filled with fun and lots of awesome interactions. Clubs all...

Bear River principal Chris Roberts at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new sidewalk that connects Bear River to the CVS shopping center.

New Sidewalk Gets BR Connected

Ella Miller, Editor-in-Chief September 5, 2025

A long-awaited sidewalk has finally been added to Magnolia Road, bringing greater safety to the community. With churches, schools and neighborhoods nearby, the new addition is expected to make a significant...

From Auburn to Ashland: Bruins Experience the Theater

From Auburn to Ashland: Bruins Experience the Theater

Taylor Shimamoto, Writer June 4, 2025

This past Memorial Day weekend, Bruins traveled all the way to Oregon and peeked behind the curtains into a different time. The school trip allowed students in Honors Drama and the English Cultural Enrichment...

The cover of Ashley Petrie's new album '25' which is available to listen to on Spotify and Apple Music.

Music Teacher Petrie Drops New Album

Andrew Izadjou, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

Ashley Petrie’s First Album, “25” is Now Out Ashley Petrie, the Music Lab instructor at Bear River, has recently released her first album, which is available on Spotify and Apple Music. She has...

Bear River has a new football coach it's none other than our own Jeremy Kerr.

Bear River Welcomes New Football Coach

Morgan Winovich, Staff February 19, 2025

Jeremy Kerr has filled the position that former head coach Tanner Mathias used to occupy, taking over as head coach of the Bear River varsity football team. During a football meeting, Kerr spoke about...

Bear River High School Wins Gold Medal For Exceptional Career Choices Class

Bear River High School Wins Gold Medal For Exceptional Career Choices Class

Andrew Izadjou, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

This October, Bear River High School received a gold medal in the Career Choices category for preparing freshmen for the life ahead of them, exceptionally. Bear River was found to be the most efficient...

Bear River updated its campus with pictures of some of our top athletes. From left Taryn Cleek, Kaden Nicholls, Dylan Donley and Eden Cha are featured.

A Touch of Athleticism At Bear River High

Eden Cha, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Bear River recently spruced up its buildings with pictures of our athlete, by putting athletes on the McGrory gym doors and weight room windows. The creation of these doors and windows wouldn’t have...

Bear River has a brand new gym floor that gives a sleek, modern look to the gym.

The New Gym Floor Brings Excitement To The Campus

Gracie Trevethick, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

As most Bear River students know, we have recently had our gym floor redone. This “remodel” has been long awaited, and the last time the gym was redone was in 2016. People are very excited but the...

California’s 2026 Phone-Free Schools Act Will Keep Phones On The Sidelines

California’s 2026 Phone-Free Schools Act Will Keep Phones On The Sidelines

Atascia Domingo, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Student’s phones are being locked in 2026. California will introduce a statewide cell phone restriction policy in its public schools, requiring students to store their phones from the first bell to...

Audra Paasch (10) and Kristi Brink (12) hold the famous Parliamentary Procedure gavel. While Paasch does Creed, both have competed at the state level for Parli Pro.

Becoming the Best Version of Yourself through the National FFA Program

Viviana Velazquez, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Every year, Bear River FFA competes in Career Development Events and Leadership Development Events. Many students participate to thrive as future leaders and gain hands-on experience for their careers...

RAYS team members from various high schools in the district come together for their annual RAYS training camp at Del Oro campgrounds in Nevada City

What is RAYS?

Monica Meszaros, Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2024

RAYS stands for Restorative Accountable Youth Solutions and is an alternative to suspension. RAYS is not a punishment. RAYS may be offered to students who have made poor choices and are wanting to hold...

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