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The Voice of the Bellwood-Antis Student Body

The BluePrint

The Voice of the Bellwood-Antis Student Body

The BluePrint

Lindsay McKinnon took first place in the sports story category at the recent Keystone Media Awards.
BluePrint awarded at Keystone Media Awards
Chance Hawk, Staff Writer • March 10, 2026

The Keystone Media Awards recognize excellence in journalism across Pennsylvania, honoring both professional and student media for integrity, relevance, and initiative.  For the tenth straight year, the BA...

Mini-Thon raises nearly $33K
Mini-Thon raises nearly $33K
Kevin Stiver, Editor • March 6, 2026

Last Friday, 244 students stayed after school for the Mini-Thon event to benefit Four Diamonds and their fight against childhood cancer. The event marks the third consecutive Mini-Thon event post-COVID held at Bellwood-Antis....

Ninth grade students practice reading their books aloud in preparation for Read Across America week and volunteer work at Myers Elementary.
Freshmen volunteer for Read Across America
Chance Hawk, Staff Writer • March 5, 2026

Read Across America is a nationwide celebration of reading held annually in early March to inspire children to develop a lifelong love of books and literacy. With the recent decline in reading across the US Read Across America week...

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Junior Jackson Dorminy in action.
Season Preview: Blue Devils look to get back to postseason
Connor Stivers, Staff Writer • March 16, 2026

BA's baseball team hasn't been short on talent over the last several seasons, but that hasn't always translated into wins on the field. The Devils look to change that in 2026. This year's team has a good mindset coming into the season. The workouts...

Eight Bellwood-Antis athletes committed to play sports in college Wednesday.
B-A senior athletes sign on Commitment Day
Lilly Gerwert, Social Media Editor • March 13, 2026

On Wednesday, Bellwood-Antis held a signing ceremony for eight seniors, who intend to continue their academic and athletic career in college. Family, friends, and teammates were welcomed to join in the high school gym for this event. "It was a great...

Cam Nelson is one of several key letter winners back this season for B-A's boys track and field team.
Boys track and field returns lots of talent
Collin Matthews, staff writer • March 13, 2026

The Bellwood-Antis Blue Devil Track team is looking to repeat its success from last year, when it had multiple District qualifiers and one state qualifier. The 2026 season will be the team's third year in the Laurel Highlands and the Devils have shown...

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Students have a unique opportunity to network, learn, and make money at the same time with the Summer Discovery program.
IU8 to host Annual Readiness Institute
Seth Shaw, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026

Are you unsure what you want for your future? Do you like working both independently and collaboratively? Look no further, because Intermediate Unit 8 in Altoona is hosting a Readiness Institute Summer Discovery for rising...

The lead cast in their costumes rehearses for the musical's opening night.
Preview of Little Shop of Horrors
Chance Hawk, Staff Writer • March 16, 2026

Director David Logue has set the date for a preview of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors, and Bellwood-Antis students are in for a treat. The preview will take place on March 19 during the school day. The middle school...

CHS school wide debate
Photo Story: CHS english hosts annual debates
Cameron Gallagher, Photo Editor • March 12, 2026

CHS English 12, taught by Mr. Naylor,  hosted the 14th annual school wide debate on Wednesday, March 12. The debate topics centered on artificial intelligence, its harms, benefits, and various use cases. Juniors from Mr....

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Mrs. Hollen is the new aide in the media center.
Mrs. Hollen takes over media center
Amalia Grove February 27, 2026

Bellwood-Antis has a new media center Aide: Mrs. Makayla Hollen. Mrs. Hollen has been working at Bellwood since August 2023. She originally was a special education aide....

Mr. Morabito's base camp in McNaul's Room
Feature Teacher: Mr. Morabito
Kevin Stiver, Editor • February 20, 2026

“Yo, Yo, Yo,” is something you’ll hear frequently from Student Teacher Mr. Morabito, who has easily become a favorite among the students of Mr. McNaul’s Civics Class,...

Eric Johnson rehearses for his role of Mr. Mushnik.
Meet the Little Shop of Horrors Cast: Eric Johnson
Ava Conway, Features Editor • March 17, 2026

The Bellwood Antis’ music department will perform Little Shop of Horrors on March 26, 27, and 28. The BluePrint will be highlighting cast members in the days leading up...

Picture of Gaberiel Gummo
Artist of the week: Gaberiel Gummo
Colin McClellan, Staff Writer • March 6, 2026

Band member, Gabe Gummo, is a big part within the Blue Devil Band. Gabe is this week's Artist of the week. Gabe is a part of the Band and also plays golf for the school. He...

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CHS school wide debate
College Corner: Gurekovich runs to PSU Altoona
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Spotlight on Staff: Lilly Gerwert
Spotlight on Staff: Lilly Gerwert
Lilly Gerwert, Social Media Editor • March 17, 2026

Name: Lilly Gerwert Title: Social Media Editor Class: Senior Age: 18 Years in BluePrint: 1 What I Do in BluePrint: I do a lot of College Corners, social media...

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The BluePrint Archives
Marvelous Middle Schooler
Marvelous Middle Schooler
Callie Miller February 19, 2026

If you’re looking for a stellar student‑athlete, look no further than Colby Hewitt. Colby draws inspiration from his friends and family, whose constant encouragement pushes...

New Teachers in the Middle
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Freshman Sophia Pullara has been dancing for 13 years at her mother's studio, and her time and commitment have yielded her many championships and accolades.
Too Cool For School: Sophia Pullara
Ava Conway, Features Editor • February 17, 2026
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Chicken Noodle soup
Holiday-Ish: National Chicken Noodle Soup Day
Nolan Clouse March 12, 2026

When you think about soups the first thing that comes to mind is most likely chicken noodle soup. And if you're a real enthusiast of chicken...

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Jaidyn McCracken recently surpassed 1,000 career points playing at Penn State Altoona.
Featured Alumni: Jaidyn McCracken
Lilly Gerwert, Social Media Editor • February 26, 2026
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Amtrak Passenger Train
Amtrak’s horn stuck as it rolls through Bellwood
Kevin Stiver, Editor • March 10, 2026

A rare occurrence on Thursday morning most likely left an engineer with a headache, as the horn on Amtrak's eastbound Pennsylvanian (42) was...

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Madison Chock and Evan Bates receive their medals for mixed teams.
Olympic rip-off
Ava Conway, Features Editor • February 26, 2026
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The NCAA tournament, known as March Madness, produces unexpected heroes and legends every year.
Power of Three: Top 3 Underrated March Madness players OAT
Jackson Dorminy, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026

With the best time of year starting soon, (March Madness) I figured I'd take us back in time and check out some of the most underrated/dominant players in the tournament. 1....

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