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Ella Parker, Sports Writer

Ella Parker is a sophomore and this is her first year on staff at The Bark as a sports writer. She plays on Bearden’s girls soccer team, and also is involved in Student Government Association, National Junior Honor Society, and Key Club. She loves spending time with friends, playing sports, and cooking.

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Beardens 2021-22 choir poses for a picture after a show last year.

Bearden choir’s winter concert set to help students prepare for New York trip this spring

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
December 13, 2022
Melinda McBay, Campbell Boney, Mr. Cody Martin, Madeleine Davis, and Chloe Ayo (left to right) accept recognition for The Simply Smart Grant.

[Photo] Leadership 3 students write successful grant application for Fall Festival, class supplies

December 7, 2022
Bearden athletic trainer Nicole Medina practices treatment with her student assistants.

Bearden’s athletic training program provides students with practical healthcare experience

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
December 6, 2022
The freshman academy classrooms are grouped together upstairs to make it easier for students to navigate to classes and for teachers to collaborate.

[Photo] Academy system will shift physical organization of Bearden through co-location

December 5, 2022
Teenagers say one of the reasons they flock to TikTok over other platforms is because it also sparks in-person interaction, such as the dance that juniors Elle Kate Huck and Lydia Lively perform here.

[Photo] Special Series: TikTok influences Bearden students’ social dynamics, daily interactions 

November 1, 2022
Abigail Cade (left) and Alyssa Ella (right) have been hard at work with the rest of the costume crew all semester long to get ready for Novembers showings of Curtains.

Bearden stage tech faces new challenge of hand-making majority of costumes

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
October 20, 2022
Dawgathon is hosting Screen on the Green on Friday with a requested $5 donation.

Dawgathon set to host inaugural ‘Screen on the Green’ to raise funds for children’s hospital

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
October 4, 2022
Dr. Dave Rynkiewicz talks with librarian Mrs. Kristen Heffern at a faculty meet-and-greet in September.

[Photo] Rynkiewicz happy to find ‘positive’ community at Bearden as new curriculum principal

October 3, 2022
Bearden students celebrate Honky Tonk homecoming in 2021. SGA is excited to build on what they started with last years dance.

[Photo] SGA hopes to build on last year’s momentum with ‘Greece vs. Peace’ homecoming dance

September 29, 2022
Class changes look a little bit different with the freshman academy, and they will continue to evolve over the coming years as Bearden rolls out the full academy system.

[Photo] Future of Bearden academies starting to take shape, although detailed timeline still up to KCS

September 21, 2022
A Black Hawk helicopter lands at Bearden on Sept. 7 for a Congressional Medal of Honor ceremony.

Bearden welcomes Congressional Medal of Honor recipients for official ceremony

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
September 20, 2022
New administrator Mr. Steve Harris (left) talks with U.S. history teacher Mr. Chris Taylor before school Friday morning.

[Photo] Harris transitions to new role in administration as Bearden’s junior class principal

September 16, 2022
The Bearden band performs their new halftime show Avion at a recent football game.

Marching band’s new halftime show preserves traditions, explores new ground

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
September 8, 2022
Mrs. Amy Davis leads a recent Key Club meeting in the auditorium.

[Photo] SGA, Key Club leaders collaborate for upcoming service events

September 7, 2022
Bearden volleyball is benefiting from having more height in its front row.

[Photo] Bearden volleyball benefiting from more height in key front row positions

August 31, 2022
If a Bearden student has an 80s song pulled up on Spotify, theres a good chance it has had a resurgence of popularity thanks to Stranger Things.

[Photo] ‘Stranger Things’ inspires resurgence of 80s pop culture for Bearden students

August 31, 2022
Millie Lovett and Cade Crum celebrate with assistant coach Patty Thewes (left) and head coach Ashley Schott (right) after a race last year.

Lovett, Crum return to lead Bearden cross country after standout seasons as freshmen last year

Ella Parker, Editor-in-chief
August 24, 2022
Bearden football returns on Saturday at 7 against West.

[Photo] Bearden football will start new era under Coach Jones with new offensive scheme

August 19, 2022
New Bearden tennis coach Dana Forsyth poses with a group that she coached to a junior team tennis state championship.

Forsyth brings wealth of experience as new Bearden tennis coach

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
December 8, 2021
Nicco Young gets one of his 25 carries against Cleveland on Friday. The senior scored both touchdowns in the second half to complete Beardens 14-10 comeback win.

Young’s big night preserves Bearden’s playoff hopes heading into final two games

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
October 21, 2021
Tammy Kregels personality, as well as her photography, are leaving a significant impact on the Bearden community.

Kregel’s photography, bonds with athletes bring joy to Bearden sports

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
October 7, 2021
Senior Bradynn Belcher waits for a pitch during a game last spring.

Boles brings range of experience, local ties as next Bearden softball coach

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
September 20, 2021
Kam Smith (92) makes a play in the backfield against Jefferson County last year.

Smith’s progression from freshman to senior year key to Bearden’s defensive success

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
September 15, 2021
Bearden volleyball is relying on team chemistry to carry the Lady Bulldogs this year.

Volleyball’s team chemistry gives players excitement about future of program

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
August 31, 2021
Carson Hammond (left) and Kam Smith (middle) are two of the Bearden captains who have helped to develop camaraderie on the football team.

Football’s senior class develops tight-knit team atmosphere

Ella Parker, Staff Writer
August 20, 2021
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