Claire Bartram

Claire Bartram, Reporter

Claire Bartram is a Freshman at CKHS. She decided to take journalism to improve her writing skills and learn how to be a journalist. Outside of school she runs cross country and likes to listen to music. Her strengths as a student include her ability to listen well and study diligently. Two of her hobbies include watching TV shows/movies and collecting Sonny Angels. Claire is excited to be working in journalism and publish articles.

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The Crafts of Art and Functional Tableware in Morgan Young’s Classroom

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
June 8, 2026

Central Kitsap High School offers various art classes such as pottery, studio art, and AP design, all taught by Morgan Young. Students typically take the prerequisite class, beginning pottery, before entering...

Opinion: Reading is Beneficial and Should Be Encouraged More

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
June 2, 2026

In the U.S., 54% of adults have a reading level of below sixth-grade and 64% of fourth graders do not read proficiently. A study conducted by the National Literacy Institute displays the lack of literacy...

The CKHS Girl’s Tennis Team Faces Off Against Capital High School

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
April 25, 2026

On April 23, the Central Kitsap girls tennis team went against Capital High School playing two singles and three doubles. The first singles was won by Adi Nelson with her winning the first set 6-1 and...

The Student Orchestra Display the Efforts They Put into Their Art

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
March 14, 2026

Down the hall of the auditorium, with the vibrant sounds of tuning and bowing, orchestra students practice and strive to be better at producing music. On March 10, the orchestra hosted a concert in the...

Review: ‘The Rape of Nanking,’ the Forgotten Asian Genocide of World War II

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
March 4, 2026

Historical events, such as the Nanjing Massacre, must be remembered and acknowledged because as Spanish philosopher George Santayana said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat...

Opinion: AI-Generated Content is Getting Too Realistic

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
January 21, 2026

In our modern world, we strive to develop technology to make our lives easier. Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has slowly made its way into everyone's lives. GenAI has a mind of its own, generating...

Pursuing Band Before High School

by Emma Kelly and Claire Bartram
December 15, 2025

With each different instrument playing to create a harmonious unified sound, the CKMS band rehearses and practices consistently to improve their skills with their instruments. Showing their...

Be Kind, Rewind: ‘Clueless’ is an Iconic Coming of Age Movie Revealing Teen Development

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
December 11, 2025

*You’re reading Be Kind, Rewind, where we review movies from the 60s to 90s weekly. If there is a movie you would like us to review, you can send a letter to the editor under the “More” section of...

Making a Beneficial Learning Experience with Classroom Discussions

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
December 4, 2025

In Chris Mygatt's freshman ELA classroom, filled with laughter and chatter, is a learning environment suitable for kids who want their voice heard. To get a deeper understanding of the classroom book,...

Girls Varsity Basketball Defeats Olympic High School 48-28

by Claire Bartram, Reporter
December 1, 2025

On Nov. 29 the CKHS Girl’s varsity basketball team faced off against Olympic High School in Battle of Bucklin Hill Rivalry. With a good mindset and attitude, the CKHS Girls Basketball Team secured the...

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Claire Bartram, Reporter

The Crafts of Art and Functional Tableware in Morgan Young’s Classroom

Opinion: Reading is Beneficial and Should Be Encouraged More

The CKHS Girl’s Tennis Team Faces Off Against Capital High School

The Student Orchestra Display the Efforts They Put into Their Art

Review: ‘The Rape of Nanking,’ the Forgotten Asian Genocide of World War II

Opinion: AI-Generated Content is Getting Too Realistic

Pursuing Band Before High School

Be Kind, Rewind: ‘Clueless’ is an Iconic Coming of Age Movie Revealing Teen Development

Making a Beneficial Learning Experience with Classroom Discussions

Girls Varsity Basketball Defeats Olympic High School 48-28

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