The Blockbuster Blast

The Student News Site of Burroughs High School

The Blockbuster Blast

The Blockbuster Blast
Emma Kimbler

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief

Emma is a senior and one of the two Editor-in-Chiefs this year. This is her 3rd year in Newswriting. She plays on the Varsity Girls Tennis team at Burroughs. Additionally, she is a member of Interact Club, Friends of Rachel, and CSF. Emma loves to go backpacking in the summer and visit the beach.

All content by Emma Kimbler
Burroughs Music Teachers Brian Cosner and Amber Petersen (front, center left) jgather with their collective groups at Disneyland following their World Strides Performing Arts Festival performances.

Music courses perform at annual music festival in Anaheim

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
May 5, 2023
Blood Drive coming soon to Burroughs

Blood Drive coming soon to Burroughs

Emma Kimbler, Editor-In-Chief
May 5, 2023
BHS Prom-goers brought their energy to the dance floor under the stars at Cerro Coso.

Prom 2023 offers non-stop fun and “Endless Serenity”

Emma Kimbler, Editor-In-Chief
April 27, 2023
TikTok should not be banned because it provides a sense of community and positivity

TikTok should not be banned because it provides a sense of community and positivity

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2023
Senior Thomas Wonnacott, freshman Emaan Ahmad, and seniors Mikaella Juico, Elijah Rosal, Manuel Rodriguez, and Mackenzie Miller enjoy their dinner at the Rotary Scholarship Auction.

Interact Club attends Rotary Scholarship Auction

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2023
Senior Olivia Haas about to enter Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" concert in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” will sweep you off your feet!

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2023

Newspaper seeks talent for next year

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2023
Seniors Manuel Rodriguez, Elijah Rosal, and Thomas Wonnacott check out a painting at the Rotary Scholarship Auction.

Sophomore Nevaeh Hall and freshman Emaan Ahmad show off two of the items being bid on at the Rotary Auction Scholarship.

Junior Kjeaton Eggleston making a strong finish to his run.

Junior Ben Gamboa passes his opponent in the Ontario Track Invitational.

Freshman Matthew Kimbler strides towards the finish in his Distance Medley Relay.

Freshman Ben Andrus makes a leap over the hurdles towards the finish.

Sophomore Julian Buchan prepares to launch on the pole vault.

Senior Genevieve Vogel passes the baton to freshman Kaydence Stewart, her relay teammate.

Junior Sam Andrus making a strong stride towards the finish at his track meet.

Juniors Sarina Khara and Priscilla Carrillo making dog toys out of old t-shirts for a Key Club service project.

Key Club makes dog toys for animal shelter

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
February 14, 2023
Librarians Ashley Douglas and Janna Pearce are setting up and getting ready for next week's book fair!

Key Club president Amanda Ngo hands off club-made dog toys to our local animal shelter.

Festive Groundhog Day socks for the special day!

The KOH Court applauds as ASB's Sophomore Class President Ryan Morrison and Sophomore Class Secretary/Treasurer crown senior Carson Palomino.

Carson Palomino crowned king at KOH dance

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2023
"Wednesday:" the Addams Family of the 21st century

“Wednesday:” the Addams Family of the 21st century

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2023
Senior Matthew Sorenson and junior Kelvin Panergo learn how to braid old t-shirts into dog toys for a Key Club service project.

Eric Lawrence (Question on the Quad)

Caris Matlock (Question on the Quad)

Kairi Davis (Question on the Quad)

Parker Anderson (Question on the Quad)

Christian Miller (Question on the Quad)

Varsity Cheerleaders Samara Rivas, Julissa Martinez, Lenae Lugo, Olivia Haas, Mika Hildreth, Araina Jones, Mackenzy Crow, Mindy Bravo, and Makynna Fruend ready for the London New Years Parade.

BHS Cheerleaders bring All-American spirit to London…

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
January 12, 2023
Sophomore Parker Anderson and juniors Isaac Eggleston, David Miranda, and Eldon Mason study for their finals in the library.

Librarian Janna Pearce: "Spending time with family is the best part about winter break."

Senior Alyssa Garza: "Christmas cookies are my favorite part about the break!"

Junior Digby Anderson: "I'm glad I don't have to be here during the break and I'm also excited to sleep in."

Sophomore Ethan Kleinman Sishc: "I'm happy to get to spend time with my family and friends over the break."

Freshman Mackenzie Flowers: "I'm most excited for the break from school and going to soccer games!"

Key Club annual food drive

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
December 6, 2022
Junior Avery Thibado decorates the Friends of Rachel Christmas tree which features a dress from Rachel's Closet.

Junior Jayden Park uses a mini refrigerator to carry his schoolwork for "Anything But a Backpack Day."

Juniors Jacob Fernandez and David Miranda get creative for "Anything But a Backpack Day."

Freshman Paige Dunn carries her schoolwork in a mini shopping cart for "Anything But a Backpack Day."

Freshman Marlee Hildreth uses a China Lake Commissary basket as her bag for "Anything But a Backpack Day."

Sophomore Levi Sutphin uses a sleeping bag to carry his belongings for "Anything But a Backpack Day."

Forget Black Friday–support Small Business Saturday!

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2022
Junior Timothy Johnson (right) shows off the pumpkin he created with sophomore Interact Club member Nevaeh Hall (left).

A joyful interaction brings students together

Emma Kimbler, Editor
November 7, 2022
Last year's top 3 candidate Brooke Luevano shares in Mahnoor Ahmad's excitement at being crowned Homecoming Queen.

Homecoming Queen Mahnoor Ahmad and her father celebrate her big victory.

Homecoming Queen Mahnoor Ahmad wears her crown and sash with pride.

Junior Zion Ortiz runs at the Woodridge Cross Country Invitational

Cross Country runner Zion Ortiz ties with his father’s 5k record

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2022
Willkommen! BHS opens doors to German exchange students

Willkommen! BHS opens doors to German exchange students

Emma Kimbler, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2022
Victoria Ratliff drawing a flower with chalk.

A chalk drawing by Mahnoor Ahmad and Alexander Vargas of bhsblast.org.

Mahnoor Ahmad advertising for the Burroughs online Newspaper during Friends of Rachel's chalk art day.

Shannon Kelley drawing a picture with chalk on campus.

Manuel Rodriguez participating in Friends of Rachel's chalk art event.

J.C. Coppersmith holding his Safe Teen Dating sign.

Freshman Haroon Faizi is ready to start his new journey in Ridgecrest.

[Photo] Afghan freshman enrolls at Burroughs

March 1, 2022
Friends of Rachel collects coins of kindness

Friends of Rachel collects coins of kindness

Emma Kimbler, Staff Reporter
October 19, 2021
Junior Alex Vargas: “I hope to get good grades, talk to more people, and interact with others.”

The Question on the Quad: What are your hopes for this year?

Emma Kimbler, Page Editor
August 28, 2021
Interact Club members ....... prepare to deliver tasty treats to Burroughs' new staff members.

Interact Club participates in RRH Foundation Gala

Emma Kimbler, Copy Editor
August 27, 2021
Grace Cannon - Top Three

Grace Cannon – Top Three

Emma Kimbler
February 24, 2021

Students and teachers set New Year resolutions for 2021

Emma Kimbler, Staff Reporter
January 20, 2021
Halloween can still be a treat during pandemic

Halloween can still be a treat during pandemic

Emma Kimbler, Staff Reporter
October 26, 2020
Burroughs player Michael Farris is anxious to start playing again.

COVID-19 impacts sports seasons

Emma Kimbler, Staff Reporter
September 12, 2020
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