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Ben Brown

Ben Brown, Staff Writer

Hometown: Morristown, New Jersey

Grade: 10

Advisor: Mr. Ogden and Ms. Kullback

Time Writing For The Tower: Second year

Siblings: Two older brothers: Trip and Alec, and one younger brother: Crawford

Three Facts About Him: He is an avid tennis player, huge fan of movies, and an ice cream connoisseur.   

Favorite Movie(s): A tie between “No Time To Die” and “Chef”

Favorite Subject(s): History and, of course, Journalism

All content by Ben Brown
Teams, like the Boys Varsity Soccer Team, have the addition of comradery and support, which make group effort essential to success in competition.

Which Team Are You On?

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
May 25, 2023
Throughout Director of Kitchen Services Ms. Sara Sweet 40 years at Bishop’s, she has experienced some of the School’s most interesting traditions: such as when the School “used to do a fashion show every year.”

Ms. Sweet Hangs Up Her Apron

Sydney Chan and Ben Brown
May 24, 2023
Democracy is a fragile being, especially in the United States — a nation with a rich history of political engagement. A recent example of this fragility is the January 6 United States Capitol attack, where supporters of former President Trump tried to reverse a democratic election to keep Trump in office

We Hold These Truths to Be…

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
At the table, next to the decor of lighted trees and flowers, sat a small plate of traditional dates, hard candies, and chocolates. After sundown, this would be the food that everyone would break the fast with.

Breaking the Fast: Bishop’s Hosts an Iftar Dinner

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
Despite being the first ever partnership, the All Girls STEM Society and Cyber Assist – two tech based service clubs at Bishop’s – put on an engaging event at the Circuitry and Hardware Workshop at Mission Valley Library on Saturday, February 18, which turned out to be a huge success in helping underprivileged youth in San Diego get their hands on tech.

Bringing Girls into STEM

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
February 23, 2023
Following Democrats criticism of Trumps possession of classified documents, classified documents were found at President Biden’s former office and his Wilmington, Delaware, home. This has sparked widespread debate over Democrats’ hypocrisy, how the Department of Justice (DOJ) should handle it, and if President Biden should face punishment.

Biden’s Classified Document Controversy

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
February 17, 2023
Students can learn in many ways, such as through discussion, taking notes, and preparing for tests. However, the methods used to learn can vary from teacher-to-teacher, and class-to-class.

Grades Are Out

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
December 21, 2022
Following Nancy Pelosi’s visit with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, China held its biggest-ever show of military force in the air and seas around Taiwan. This included firing several waves of missiles over the Taiwan Strait, which hit targets in the waters encircling Taiwan.

Taiwan: Democracy Under Fire

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Coach Johnson is one of the many fantastic costumes this Halloween. But where will he and his dog Jorgi land on the top ten list?

Ben’s Top Picks: Best Halloween Costumes at Bishop’s

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
November 4, 2022
Roger Federer, 41, has had a dominant yet graceful presence in tennis for 20 years, and is assumed to be the greatest male tennis player ever along with Nadal and Djokivic: all in the same generation. But on September 15, 2022, he announced his retirement from the game, marking the closing of a generation.

Handing Over the Reins

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
October 27, 2022
Ms. Reese Henderson is more than just Bishop’s Event Planner and Assistant Campus Scheduler. Just a few years ago, she starred at California State San Marcos as a guard on the Women’s Basketball Team.

Ms. Reese Henderson: Scheduling a Great Year

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
October 27, 2022
Califiornia is home to many wonderfull things: gas prices isnt one of them. California has the highest gas prices in the country, reaching $5.00 in some areas.

Inflation 101: Everything to Know About Inflation Right Now

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
December 20, 2021
Bishops student group CSI prepare and serve dinners for the homlesss community in Pasific Beach, servise groups like CSI help serve the homlesss comunity nationwide to help combat hunger

Homeless and Hungry

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
December 20, 2021
On November 9 many students, staff, and families came from 10am-4pm to get boosters and first doses.

Bishop’s Hosts a Vaccine Clinic for Students, Staff, and Families

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
November 11, 2021
One Season, Three Mindsets

One Season, Three Mindsets

Ben Brown, Staff Writer
October 16, 2021
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