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The student news site of Birmingham Community Charter High School

The student news site of Birmingham Community Charter High School

The Patriot Post

The student news site of Birmingham Community Charter High School

The Patriot Post

Kendrick Lamar singing at the Grammys in 2017.| (Image: Flickr FIB Benicassim | Iñaki Espejo-Saavedra)|

Kendrick Lamar’s Wins Five Awards at 2025 Grammys

Elijah Gamez, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

Kendrick Lamar's triumph at the 2025 Grammy Awards is a testament to his artistry and impact on the music industry. On a night filled with anticipation and excitement, Kendrick took the stage not just...

Sonic and His Crew Ready to Take on the Adventures Ahead of Them (Photo: Creative Commons)

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is the Best Sequel Yet!

Matthew Romero Garcia, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

"Sonic the Hedgehog 3" is the sequel to both "Sonic the Hedgehog" and "Sonic the Hedgehog 2." "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" was released on April 8, 2022, following "Sonic the Hedgehog" in 2020.  "Sonic 3" has...

Cars abandoned in the street during the wildfires in January. (photo: Wikimedia Commons)

How Los Angeles January Wildfires Helped BCCHS Prepare for Climate Change

Melani Almaguer, Student Life Editor April 21, 2025

When the semester started in early January, we were off to a grim start in the sunny city of Los Angeles. As a result of the crazy Santa Ana winds during January of 2025, a series of destructive wildfires...

Pope Francis was sick with double pneumonia for weeks. (photo: Creative Commons)

Pope Francis Recovers From Double Pneumonia

Brianna Alvarado, Managing Editor April 8, 2025

On Monday, March 3, 2025, the Pope woke up feeling very tired. His head hurt, his throat was scratchy, and he could not stop coughing. He tried to get dressed for the day, but his legs felt weak. His helpers...

A very crowded and successful 2025 Spring Club Rush. (photo: Mr. S. Hughes)

BCCHS Spring Club Rush 2025 Featured Over 50 Clubs!

Phoebe Cuadra, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

  Birmingham recently hosted its highly anticipated annual Spring Club Rush on February 18, 2025, marking a significant event in the school calendar. This event which is held once a semester, provides...

Oscar Awards (photo: Wikimedia Commons)

Oscars 2025 Offered Surprises and Unforgettable Moments

Racheal Musimenta, Staff Writer April 2, 2025

The Oscars 2025 was a night full of excitement, surprises, and unforgettable moments. Celebrities like Timothée Chalamet were on the red carpet, but it was the films and performances that truly stood...

Students listening to a public figure speaking at the Van Nuys Civic Center about ICE mass deportations. (picture taken by Kevin Yanes (11))

2025 High School Student Walkouts Across the San Fernando Valley

Michael D. Brooks, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

In February 2025, a wave of student-led protests swept across the United States in response to the Trump administration’s intensified deportation policies. These demonstrations, reminiscent of past civil...

Bad Bunny at the 2023 Grammy Awards.(Image: Creative Commons)

Bad Bunny’s New Album DTMF Reflects His Puerto Rican Heritage and Culture

Destiny Coronel, Opinion Editor March 14, 2025

Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, commonly known as Bad Bunny, is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter. Throughout his musical career he has released seven studio albums including X100pre, YHLQMDLG,...

Famous well known player Anthony Davis #3 (photo: Wikimedia Commons)

Anthony Davis & Luka Doncic–Lakers and Mavericks Trade Key Players

Julian Gomez and Justin Urrutia February 24, 2025

The blockbuster trade involving Luka Dončić and Anthony Davis would be one of the most monumental transactions in recent NBA history. Luka Dončić, the Dallas Mavericks' young superstar, has quickly...

The new album cover for The Weeknd's "Hurry Up Tomorrow"

The Weeknd’s New Release “Hurry up Tomorrow” Intrigues Fans

Adriana Centeno, Website Editor February 20, 2025

The Weeknd’s new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, is an incredible listen from start to finish. As a longtime fan, I was excited to hear what he had in store, especially since this is his final album under...

Japan Wins Exciting 2023 World Baseball Classic Final Against the United States

Dario Luna, Photography Editor April 12, 2023

Every three or four years we have the World Baseball Classic. In 2023, the WBC was played in three different nations, the U.S.A., Taiwan, and Japan. The games were transmitted on Fox Sports, and it was...

HBO’s The Last of Us Series Draws Huge Worldwide Audience

Joshua Pazos, Staff Writer March 27, 2023

The Last of Us show is a post-apocalyptic HBO Max show that is based on what was a Playstation-exclusive game.  It was just released on PC on March 3, 2023. The Last of Us came out on June 14, 2013, on...

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