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The Voice of the Bellwood-Antis Student Body

The BluePrint

The Voice of the Bellwood-Antis Student Body

The BluePrint

Students in masks was the norm for more than a year at Bellwood-Antis as the district implemented measures to prevent the spread of COVID and allow for in-person learning. It all began 5 years ago, when schools across the country shut down in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic anniversary cause for reflection in schools
Tanner Swogger, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025

2020 B-A grad and current Penn State star Alli Campbell returned to Myers Elementary last week along with some teammates from PSU to help kick of Rad Across America Week. Pictured above are (l to r): Mrs. Longo-McGarvey, Alli Campbell, Jill Jekot, Moriah Murray, Puff Johnson, and Gracie Merkle.
Alli Campbell wins B10 sportsmanship award
Cayden Pellegrine, Sport’s Editor • March 11, 2025

It is hard to name an achievement that Alli Campbell hasn't earned. She graduated high school in 2020 as B-A's all-time leading scorer, as well as the most prolific scorer in Blair County and District 6 basketball history with...

A spaghetti dinner is planned for March 16 to benefit two B-A students whose family lost their home to a fire.
Spaghetti dinner planned for victims of house fire
Macy Keller March 7, 2025

Last Sunday, in early hours of the morning, a devastating house fire left one Bellwood-Antis family with nothing. The fire occurred on South First and Martin Street at the home of Ryan and Lisa Hostler. By the time fire fighters...

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Matthew Berkowitz had his first home run of the season in B-A's loss to Hollidaysburg on Tuesday.
Sneath walks it off in season opener
Jordan Hance March 19, 2025

After a tough season last year, going 10-10, the Blue Devils baseball team enter 2025 looking to show how much they have improved over the off-season. The Blue Devils seem to be in for a great year with some key players returning. These returning players...

Palynn Greg returns as the softball team’s top pitcher. The Lady Devils expect big improvement from last year’s 4-15 campaign.
Softball team expecting improvement in 2025
Matt Berkowitz and Cayden Pellegrine March 14, 2025

The Lady Blue Devil softball team is ready to get rolling this season. They look to put some pieces together and take the next step. Last year, B-A finished 4-15 and struggled offensively with a -109 run differential. Fortunately, B-A is returning...

Marissa Cacciotti had 9 for B-A in a loss to Berlin Brothersvalley that dropped the Lady Devils out of the playoffs.
Lady Blue Devils season comes to an end
Jake Baker, Staff Writer • March 11, 2025

The Lady Blue Devils played their first round game of the PIAA 2A state playoffs against the Berlin Brothersvalley Mountaineers on Friday night. B-A ended up losing this game by over 30 points, having a final score of 70-38. The game started off as a...

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Anthony Berardi poses with Mr. Sachse at Region III band. Berardi qualified for All-State band, which takes place April 12.
Anthony Berardi qualifies for All-State band
Janiyah Jackson, Staff Writer • March 18, 2025

They say if you love what you do you'll never work a day in your life. That's the philosophy junior Anthony Berardi has heading to the All-State Music Conference/PMEA Wind Ensemble on April 12 in Erie. "For me it's...

Those attending Shrek the Musical on March 27 can double their pleasure and make it dinner and a show.
Dinner and a show!
Lily Burns, Staff writer • March 17, 2025

Are you looking for a fun activity to do on Thursday, March 27? Not only can you watch our music departments musical Shrek, but beforehand you could come to a delicious spaghetti dinner to benefit the BAHS Foundation. The...

Junior Cooper Lovrich got a heavy dose of Ashes from Father Michael at St. Josephs in Bellwood before returning to school on Ash Wednesday. He was one of several B-A students who received ashes before returning to class.
B-A students and teachers recognize Ash Wednesday
Gabby Morris, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

Today marks a very important holiday for the Catholic faith and other branches of the Christian religion. It is called Ash Wednesday, a holy day of prayer and fasting that is celebrated and shared throughout many western...

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Feature Teacher: Myers prepares to say goodbye to Mrs. Dionis
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Tanner Swogger will perform in his first ever school play when he plays the part of the Big Bad Wolf in Shrek the Musical.
Meet the Cast of Shrek: Tanner Swogger
madison simpson March 18, 2025

The Bellwood Antis' music department will perform Shrek the musical on March 27, 28, and 29. The BluePrint will be highlighting cast and crew members in the days leading up...

GiGi Juart stars in Shrek the Musical as Fiona.
Meet the Shrek Cast: Gianna Juart
Nevaeh McClellan, writer • March 13, 2025

The Bellwood- Antis music department will perform Shrek the Musical on March 27,28 and 29. The BluePrint will be highlighting cast and crew members in the days leading up...

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Spotlight on staff: Camden Turner
Spotlight on staff: Camden Turner
January 14, 2025

Name: Cam Turner  Age: 15 Years in Blueprint: 1 What do you enjoy about BP? I enjoy being able to do stories for the community and the school. What would you tell a...

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The BluePrint Archives
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Icons in the Middle
Finley McClellan and Avari Hinson March 13, 2025

Although we may not always see the BASD TechHelp team, they play one of the most crucial roles in our school. They handle essential tasks every day, such as fixing or setting...

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Led by a strong unit of dancers from Bellwood-Antis , the Dancxe Fusion studio has been shining at its competitions this season.
Dance Fusion tearing it up this season
Hailey Waite, Staff Writer • February 20, 2025
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Mr. Hunter's students who participated in pi day!
Holiday-ish: National pi day
Nicolee Lovrich, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025

Did you know pi has 202 trillion digits? You probably thought that there was only like a couple hundred... but no, 202 trillion is a lot! March...

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2025 Bellwood-Antis alumnus Olivia Hess (far right) along with several of her fellow members of Onward State at a recent awards ceremony. Olivia has been writing for the PSU publication during her freshman year after a stellar performance in high school writing for the BluePrint.
Feature Alumni: Olivia Hess
Hailey Waite, Staff Writer • March 3, 2025
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What’s Trending: Puffy Vests
What’s Trending: Puffy Vests
Gabby Morris, Staff Writer • February 19, 2025

As the cold season comes, so does the rising popularity of puffy jackets/vests. Puffy vests have started to make an impact again in the fashion...

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Gabby Morris and Riley Barnhart read together to strengthen their knowledge.
Opinion: Does reading equal knowledge?
Payton Martin, Feature's editor • March 17, 2025
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Power Of Three: Top 3 Most Popular Soups
Power Of Three: Top 3 Most Popular Soups
Gabby Morris, Staff Writer • February 28, 2025

What’s better than just some crackers or a grilled cheese? Maybe some soup to go with it? Best thing created and passed down for centuries, Here are the top 3 most popular...

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