2017-2018 Staff
Natalie Bandura
Staff Writer
Natalie, first joined as a seventh grader, but now as an eigth grader she has already served as an issue Editor-in-chief. She likes to write poems and stories and she excels at journalism. "I am really proud of winning the PTA...
Henry Carson
Staff Writer
Henry is a sixth grader who has already left his mark on "Ursus." in the first issue alone, he wrote two articles and took pictures to help round out the coverage of his school. Thorough and dependable, Henry is a great addition...
Finnegan Courtney
Staff Writer
Finnegan Courtney loves to write fantasy and loves journalism. "Writing is just something I've always loved," said Finnegan. He joined as a sixth grader, but now as a seventh grader he wants to do even more things for the paper. ...
Paige Farlow
Staff Writer
Paige is new to Bedford this year, and was previously at Greens Farms Academy. She enjoys drawing and playing music in her spare time. She hopes to write many great articles while a part of "Ursus".
Samantha Felner
Staff Writer
Sam is an eighth grader who enjoys writing and taking on tough challenges for the paper. In her first article, she gathered information and pictures from seven new teachers to help make the center spread. Welcome Samantha.
James Fiffer
Photograper
James is a sixth grader who wants to do one thing: take pictures. Quick with the "Ursus" camera and with a good eye, James took many photos for his first issue. You can't have a paper without photos, and James helps the...
Jaiyana Khan
Staff Writer
Jaiyana is a cheerful girl who greatly enjoys writing. When she is not doing Ursus, you will most likely find her listening to music, writing, drawing, or talking with friends. She keeps a personal writing notebook with her at...
Max Kirkorsky
Staff Writer
When not doing Ursus, Max likes to help backstage in play productions. Max likes to write about the news and what is going on today. Max likes lacrosse and football. You'll find him wearing a shirt for the Green Bay Packers.
Tierney Kugel
Staff Writer
Tierney is an eighth grader who enjoys writing about important school topics. She is thorough, asks good questions and has a reporter's curiosity about issues. She and her good friend Dylan are a welcome addition to the "Ursus"...
Nicholas Lolis
Staff Writer
Nicholas loves photography. He is always ready to take photos. He's a 6th grader who also enjoys being on the job. He likes reading, writing, school. He's also interested in politics.
Dylan Rhoads
Staff Writer
Dylan is an eighth grader who loves to write and read. She and her good friend Tierney have already contributed news articles and opinions and graphics to the paper. She has a journalist's good sense to ask questions and be curious.
Anastasia Thumser
Staff Writer
Anastasia, an 8th grader, enjoys writing both fictional pieces and journalism. When not writing articles for "Ursus," she can be found swimming for the Water Rats or practicing various violin pieces. She especially likes reading...
Rachalle Ubaldo
Staff Writer
Rachalle joined "Ursus" because she likes to take photos, write articles and talk to people. What better thing to do after school than the school paper. She has already covered Pajama Day and the Fun Run. She likes the web...
Lucia Wang
Staff Writer
Drawn in by the writing sign outside the "Ursus" classroom, Lucia Wang joined "Ursus" as a sixth grader, and this year as a seventh grader is taking on even more complex stories and editing. Specializing in reviews, Lucia is...
Nikhil Kanthan
Staff Writer
Nikhil Kanthan is 7th grader at BMS who is joining "Ursus" for his first year of scholastic journalism. He enjoys playing the cello, using Photoshop, and spending time with his family. "I hate cliches," says this child determined...