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A group of students helping a boy who has been bullied
Bullying and How it Affects School Life
Audience spectates the performance. 2023 International Festival.
The International Festival: How Bowling Green Cherishes Culture and Diversity
American gymnast, Jordan Chiles, performing her floor routine at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Dreams To Medals To No Medal At All: American Gymnast Revoked of Her Bronze Medal at The 2024 Olympics
Social media can cause many issues for teens. It is important to protect yourself when interacting online with others.
Teen Issues: Social Media
Mr Reynolds is shown teaching his first period class about the 13 colonies.
New Teach New Vibes
Mrs.Graff, the 7th grade counselor at BGJHS, is helping a student with mental health issues.
Supporting Our Students: How Adults in Our School Promote Mental Health Awareness
This is a piece of artwork that hangs in front of the art class made by someone.
The 7th Period Experience
The Academic team enjoys a meal together between a match
How Our Academic Team Achieves Success
Kaydon Banks and King Bonds are at the National African American Museum observing the history of Black Music.
Black Male Scholars
Beyond the Textbook, The Real-Life Hurdles Faced by Social Studies Teachers
Beyond the Textbook, The Real-Life Hurdles Faced by Social Studies Teachers
Art pieces hang outside the classroom to showcase the talents of the students.
The Path of Teaching Art
Students taking a photo after the fall 2024 school dance at the BGJHS gymnasium.
A Night to Remember: Highlights of the BGJHS School Dance
On September 14th our boys cross country team got 8th out of 20 teams this weekend.
Chasing Dreams
How the Dance Team Made it to Nationals!
BGJHS football team walks to the field before playing Paducah Tillman 8/24/2024
The Struggles of Balancing Football and Academics
Ansley Turner is sliding into second base on the softball field because she does not want to get out by the catcher and she wants to be safe so that she can score.
Focused and Fearless: How Our Softball Team Prepares for Victory
BGJHS Purples celebrating a goal on the Owensboro Red Devils on August 21st at the BGJHS pit
BGJHS Soccer Team Dominates the Field with Unstoppable Energy
BGJHS volleyball players celebrate after scoring a game point against the Saints, and discussing any new plays or strategies useful win the game.
Volleyball is More Than Just a Game!
Mrs. Shores is conducting her class at BGJHS during 3rd period. She is teaching her students to perform better. 
Harmony in Diversity: How Our School Band Unites Students Through Music!
Mrs. Shores is conducting her class at BGJHS during 3rd period. She is teaching her students to perform better. 
Rhythms of Tomorrow: The Sound of Our Generation
Hear it. See it. Live it.
Hear it. See it. Live it.
Matilda Jr.
Matilda Jr.
Robin Hood
Robin Hood
The Arts
The Arts
Mr Reynolds is shown teaching his first period class about the 13 colonies.
New Teach New Vibes
Officer Ossello
Officer Ossello
Mr. & Mrs. Keown
Mr. & Mrs. Keown
Tori's Life on the Football Field
Tori’s Life on the Football Field
What Do Teens Still Watch?
What Do Teens Still Watch?
High school musical cast pose for the cover of High school musical (2006) a movie about friendships and being true to yourself.
The Great Disney Debate: What’s the Best Disney Movie of All Time?
Music Through the Decades
Music Through the Decades
Music for Every Taste
Music for Every Taste
Popular Movies
Popular Movies
Sneakers are always a top trend when it comes to teenagers in middle school.
Trending Today: How Social Media Shapes Our School’s Style.
Jordan 36 'Sport Blue' Color Wave, Released September 16th.
Jordan 36’s: Best or Worst?
High school musical cast pose for the cover of High school musical (2006) a movie about friendships and being true to yourself.
The Great Disney Debate: What’s the Best Disney Movie of All Time?
How Video Games Affect Kids
How Video Games Affect Kids
Trends for Teens
Trends for Teens
The Other Side of Dresscode
The Other Side of Dresscode
A Bunch of Crunch
A Bunch of Crunch
Skincare for Preteens
Skincare for Preteens

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Beyond the Textbook, The Real-Life Hurdles Faced by Social Studies Teachers

Beyond the Textbook, The Real-Life Hurdles Faced by Social Studies Teachers

Conor Lowder, DeOre Serrano, and Noah Luken • September 29, 2024

The BGJHS social studies teachers are some of the most hardworking individuals in the school. Social studies teachers have many struggles in their profession, with them working way longer than the 6-hour...

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