The Court Street Press

Finals Advice from West Seniors

All that’s left between your new classes and now is to take your finals. To guide you there, here is some insight from two seniors, Ava Burchell and Ryan Hartnett.

Lauren Burchell, Staff Writer • January 25, 2021

With finals rolling around, students may find themselves busier and more tired and suddenly staring five tests in the face. Especially for sophomores, who haven’t experienced a finals week quite like...

Student Profile: Dana Zhang

As an accomplished musician already, Dana seeks to do more with her initiative to introduce instruments to students learning English.

Trisha George, Staff Writer • January 18, 2021

Ever since she was in 5th grade, West senior Dana Zhang has been mastering the art of cello performance with Yannis, her loyal cello. Certainly an accomplished musician, she currently plays for the...

Student Interview: Tommy Solly

Tommy Solly goes to MBIT and is an old friend of mine. I interviewed him about his experience and career plans.

Mary Rose Baltes, Staff Writer • January 16, 2021

Tommy Solly and I have been friends our whole lives. Our families were neighbors before we were even born. Tommy and I also were in CCD class together at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and now we attend youth...

Student Interview: Jack Prisco

Jack Prisco '21 is a very talented stage performer. Here is my interview with him.

Mary Rose Baltes, Staff Writer • January 16, 2021

Jack Prisco and I first met in our CCD class at Our Lady of Mt Carmel sometime around 4th grade. I have enjoyed watching him in plays for several years now. I first saw him perform in Holes at the Town...

Album Review: Basement Style by Jaya the Cat

Jaya the Cat, an ignored band, somehow managed to combine rap-metal and ska pun in a way that works surprisingly well.

Alex Hartin, Staff Writer • January 16, 2021

Twenty years ago, Jaya the Cat, a reggae-punk band from Boston put out an album called Basement Style that nobody cared about. It did not go on to become a cult classic and will never find itself on any...

Winter Track’s Unique Season

Faced with a list of questions and challenges, Bucks' track athletes and coaches maintain focus on preparing for a season.

Will Jack, Staff Writer • January 16, 2021

After getting delayed just a week into the season, the CB West Winter Track and Field team is back in action, but not without big changes caused by COVID. These changes include practices and meets being...

New Year, New Trends. But What Will They be in 2021?

My predictions for the fashion trends of 2021.

Ainsley Massey, Staff Writer • January 16, 2021

I believe we all are familiar with the 2020 fashion trend of sweatpants and hoodies. With no need to wear an eye-catching outfit amidst a pandemic, I am hopeful that 2021 will provide us with opportunities...

Bucks Student Entrepreneur Feature: Josh Galanti

As the founder of Spiffy Laces, Josh Galanti '21 wants you to love your shoelaces.

Liam Price, Editor • January 16, 2021

CB West Senior Josh Galanti met with me in Native Café last Tuesday and there was already evidence of merit when I walked into the café. Next to the front-counter stood a neat-looking wooden rack labeled...

A Glimpse into Normalcy: A Timeline of the COVID Vaccine

Q&A with CB West Nurse Mrs. Carol Klein

Jane Shapiro, Staff Writer • January 15, 2021

As COVID cases continue to increase, the widespread distribution of the vaccine comes ever closer. But amidst differing opinions and information in the media, it’s quite unclear what the vaccine distribution...

C.B. West’s New Year’s Resolutions

I asked fellow Bucks students what their New Years' Resolutions were, here are their responses.

Ava Burchell, Staff Writer • January 15, 2021

“to make more friends” - Max Austin, ‘22 “to stop procrastinating” - Skylar McFadden '21 “to actually read a book this year. If I’m feeling crazy, maybe two” - Becky Bergmaier '21 “to...

Opinion: What to Remember

In a nation defined by precedent and trust, where can we turn when both are so drastically violated?

Ryan Keating, Editor • January 11, 2021

The views expressed within this editorial are solely the writer’s own and do not represent an endorsement by Central Bucks West High School or the Court Street Press. “This doesn’t happen here.” In...

Teacher Profile: Mrs. Peloquin

Ethan Maher, Staff Writer • January 7, 2021

CSP: What class(es) do you teach? What motivated you to teach it/them? KP: This year I am teaching Honors and Practical Biology. I love biology and science, and wanted to share that passion with...