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New Rules? Why Now?

October 4, 2024

Bellows Free Academy recently installed vape detectors in every bathroom across...

How is the increase in crime affecting St. Albans residents?

September 27, 2024

St. Albans, Vermont - The recent increase in crime throughout St. Albans leaves...

“An Awesome Resource”: Taylor Olds (‘24) and the Restoration of Ada’s Closet

February 5, 2024

Tucked away at the top of a South Building staircase, an old Bellows Free Academy...

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The Vermont State Youth Council’s Trip to the State House
“The Bond They Share”- Branon Cousins Pursue Social Work to Make a Difference

April 19, 2023

Laura Branon (‘14), a Bellows Free Academy St. Albans and University of Vermont...

A BFA Tradition Graduates:  Latin Walks the Stage After 93 Years

March 6, 2023

Mercury staff member, Owen Scott, contributed to this piece by conducting...

ESPs: “Advocates for Students” but Staff Shortage an Issue

November 12, 2022

Para-educators, now called Educational Support Professionals (ESP), provide...

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Back to BFA: Reintroducing Andre Morin
Welcoming Robert Gamache
The Athletic Department’s Newest Edition, Jordan O’Grady
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Student Perspective: Culmination Week
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Fire Poem
A Student’s Farewell Retirement Speech to Principal Brett Blanchard

“Standing in the Prison:” A Poem’s Call to Action

June 9, 2023

How to Be a President – An AP Language Process Essay

February 16, 2023

When you’re a kid, you’re always asked what you want to be when you grow up. Some say “a doctor” or “a firefighter” but there's always one kid who says “I want to be President!” If you look at the news today, being the President of the United States doesn’t seem all that cool anymore. There's a lot that goes into running the nation;, it can be overwhelming for many. You have to make sure the nation stays together and try not to completely ruin it. Pandemic or vaccine, you’ve got to give it your all. However, if you're still interested, then I suggest you read this carefully. These are the 5 steps to becoming a President.

What to Do When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed (in High School) – An AP Language Process Essay

February 16, 2023

Life can get busy, especially when you are in high school. Between going to school, homework, sports, clubs, work, or going out, it seems like there is always something on your plate. After days and weeks and months of nothing but being busy, things can become very overwhelming. When this happens, you start to feel like you aren’t yourself, but there are some simple steps that you can do when you’re feeling overwhelmed:

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