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The Student News Site of Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy

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The Student News Site of Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy

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Illustration of Barry Soltz by Shefer Rudnick
HBHA Welcomes Kania, Soltz, and Svenson
Photo provided by Brian Ness.
New Teachers of HBHA: Matsil, Ness, and Colwell
The seven days of creation are the most monumental event in history. It is extremely hard to imagine capturing the creation in a painting, but Rachel Kricsfeld depicts specific elements from each day in a special way in her line of work called "Scenes from the Start,” which she completed in May of 2025. Photo provided by Rachel Kricsfeld
Painting A New Path: Rachel Kricsfeld
Picture of the Week 10/17
Picture of the Week 10/17

This week HBHA’s 8th graders took a four-day camping trip to Southern Missouri accompanied by three faculty members. During this trip they spent time at Twin Pines Conservation Area, where they learned about wildlife. Photographed above is Amos W., Jonah S., and Sammy H., attempting to catch their dinner for the day. Photo courtesy of Valerie Freeman.

Solar panels being installed on the south side of a residential neighborhood. Solar panels reduce electricity costs, result in financial savings, combat climate change, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and increase home value. “If they get direct sunlight, they're happy…all those panels are big, facing 180 degrees south for optimal exposure and production,” Amory Bottorff said. Image via Roper
Saving Millions While Saving the Planet: HBHA Students Propose a Solar Transition to the JCC of Greater Kansas City
Ruby Sokol and Gabrielle Sosland May 21, 2025

Holchim Yarok ‘Going Green’ is HBHA’s environmental club. This year, seniors Livia Noorollah, Rayli Kopelman, and Noa Levine aimed to persuade...

The Ohio State Dance Team during their first-place Jazz routine. Photo courtesy of Varsity Spirit
The Super Bowl of Dance: UDA College Nationals 2025
Orli Zigler, Co-Editor-in-Chief • February 19, 2025

For over 35 years, the Universal Dance Association has hosted the UDA College Nationals, an opportunity for college dance teams to compete in...

Photo provided by Sam Matsil.
Ram Nation Goes North
Avital Mullokandova, Photo Editor • February 10, 2025

 

Photo by Jake Sosland
Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
Jake Sosland, Managing Editor • December 13, 2024

Every year at HBHA, the second graders perform and showcase their singing and dancing for the community. Working all semester for this ceremony...

According to a Pew Research Center Study, 43% of adults now see sports betting as a bad thing for society, which is an increase from 34% in 2022. Photo by Naftali Tilove.
When Can I Bet Again? The Trials and Tribulations of Sports Betting
Naftali Tilove, Writer • October 27, 2025

During week 3 of the NFL season, the Buffalo Bills hosted the New Orleans Saints, and as a Saints fan, I closed my eyes and hoped for the best....

At the Nova Festival, now a memorial, there has been a flower placed for each person whom the Hamas terrorists killed. This memorial features a poster for each victim, displaying pictures of them and a tribute written by their family and/or friends. Photo taken by Ruby Sokol
Two Years Later: Jewish Teens Reflect On Current Hostage Situation
Ruby Sokol, Co-Editor-in-Chief • October 10, 2025

The second anniversary of the Israel-Hamas War marked two years since the deaths of thousands of Israeli citizens and soldiers, and the captivity...

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The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
The Pokémon Shadow Market of HBHA and Lower Schools across America: EXPOSED
Livia Noorollah,, Writer • February 9, 2024

The widespread phenomenon of Pokémon has been going on since the late 1990s, and it has been passed on from Millennials to Gen-Zers. Owned by...

Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. are celebrating a home run. According to ESPN, Bobby Witt Jr. is the first player in MLB history to record three consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal seasons to start their career. Photo provided by Ken Blaze Images.
Kansas City Royals: Return of the Monarchy?
Naftali Tilove, Writer • September 26, 2025

Photo provided by Sam Matsil.
Ram Nation Goes North
Avital Mullokandova, Photo Editor • February 10, 2025

 

Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Naftali Tilove, Writer • December 6, 2024

“Bid Day” at Kappa Alpha Theta at the University of Kansas. Girls outside the sorority house pose for a picture after becoming members of the sorority. Photo provided by Sophie Stang
Go Greek or Go Home
Norah Pabst, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 29, 2025

For most, going back to school means buying a few supplies, some new shoes, and maybe even a backpack. However, for aspiring sorority girls,...

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Photo provided by Sam Matsil.
Ram Nation Goes North
Avital Mullokandova, Photo Editor • February 10, 2025

 

Photo by Jake Sosland
Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
Jake Sosland, Managing Editor • December 13, 2024

Every year at HBHA, the second graders perform and showcase their singing and dancing for the community. Working all semester for this ceremony...

Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Naftali Tilove, Writer • December 6, 2024

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The importance of music in film. Image by Norah Pabst
Listen to the Music: How the Soundtrack can Make or Break a Movie
Norah Pabst, Co-Editor-in-Chief • May 21, 2025

What is the key to a quality movie? Most of the time, people will answer this question with answers involving the actors, writing, or plot. But...

Calendar for counting the Omer. Photo by Dani Glickman
49 Hard: Omer Edition
Dani Glickman, Social Media Editor • May 25, 2025

Calling all competitive people! If you hopped on the 75 Hard trend and are looking for a new challenge, this article is for you!  The next extreme...