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Uriel Noorollah, sophomore, lights the candle as part of the induction ceremony to the National Honors Society. The Honors Assembly was an opportunity to honor all of our Upper-School students' accomplishments. Photo by Jaxson Rosenberg
HBHA’s Most Action Packed Day: 2026 Honors Assembly, Senior Send-off, and Run-through
Students had the opportunity to ask Mayor Lucas questions about his job and political stance on certain issues. Photo by Avital Mullokandova
HBHA Receives a Visit From Kansas City Mayor
2016 CRT; students from HBHA and UA participating in a group activity. Photo provided by HBHA Publications
HBHA’s freedom riding solo
Volunteers at the JFS food drive help pack and provide meals for local families. Photo provided by Ruth Biggus
JFS of Kansas City takes action during government shutdown
Topeka, Kan., State House of Representatives chamber will be the battleground for Kansas redistricting. Photo by Avital Mullokandova.
Gerrymandering will redraw the future of democracy in Kansas: Will the legislature be able to pull it off?
A student contemplates the ACT website, where you can find information about registration, testing locations, and scores. Photo by Rhys Pabst
A critical look at standardized testing and its effect on students
Panelists: Dr. Robyn Jacobs ‘80, Dan Cohen ‘99, Rabbi Sarit Horwitz ‘04, and Jacob Katz ’16, and moderator, Jill Zeldin Miller ‘97 sharing fond memories from their days at HBHA and the effect they had on their lives now. Photo by Dani Glickman
The new night of mensches
With the new phone ban at HBHA, students have been more social and present with each other, without the distraction of their phones. Photo by Jaxson Rosenberg.
HBHA’s new phone policy: impactful or unnecessary?
First graders stand on the risers conversing in between songs. Sometimes it gets difficult to be fully professional the whole way through the performance, especially as a first grader. Image by Naftali Tilove
Chag Siddur celebration 2026
Imagine your kids took a picture with their school sweatshirts. If that photo made its way to the internet, anyone could use that picture and information of where these four kids go to school to their advantage. Image created by ChatGPT
The parent perspective on AI image harm
A rendering of the new add-ons to the JCC's aquatic center. Image courtesy of Barry Baumfalk.
The JCC’s upcoming summer renovations
Łańcut, Poland. Visiting the old Łańcut Synagogue proved to me how history can be preserved not only physically, but in an individual’s life as well. The impact this space had on religious Jews resembles the impact we all have as individuals unto others.  "Reflecting on my impact alters my outlook on the future; it drives me to be better and accept change." Photo by Gabrielle Sosland
Not only counting our census, but also our responsibility
Image provided by Wikimedia Commons
Torah RAM-Blings 2/11 – Parshat Yitro
Image by Avital Mullokandova
Torah RAM-Blings 1/23 – Parshat Va’eira: אֶצְבַּע אֱלֹקִים הִוא
Introspective character development is undoubtedly difficult due to discomfort with being vulnerable. Yet, when a person’s focus is set solely on their goal, fully motivated through discipline, understanding yourself and your pathway to refinement would be certain. Image by Avital Mullokandova.
Tikkun Olam through Tikkun HaMiddot
Actors end their final performance with a bow, and applause from the audience erupting through out the theater. Photo by Rhys Pabst.
Behind the Curtains of “Father of the Bride”
The importance of music in film. Image by Norah Pabst
Listen to the Music: How the Soundtrack can Make or Break a Movie
Image by Orli Zigler
[BLANK] the Patriarchy?
Photo by Avital Mullokandova
Hold On, Who’s The Internet?
Trans Representation and Why We All Need More of It
Trans Representation and Why We All Need More of It
The entire Kansas group gathered for a group photo at the beginning of the tournament. The four chaperones in attendance were HBHA principal Zohar Flacks, Boys’ Head Coach Tavis Turner, Girls’ Head Coach Chris Hobbs, and Assistant Coach John Schwarzbard. Photo provided by Zohar Flacks.
And they’re off: HBHA Rams take their talent to Boston for another strong year of competition
Salvador Perez and Bobby Witt Jr. are celebrating a home run. According to ESPN, Bobby Witt Jr. is the first player in MLB history to record three consecutive 20-homer, 20-steal seasons to start their career. Photo provided by Ken Blaze Images.
Kansas City Royals: Return of the Monarchy?
Photo provided by Sam Matsil.
Ram Nation Goes North
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
The current Kansas City Royals stadium is located in Jackson County, Missouri.
Let’s Go Royals! How Was Opening Day 2024?
Barstow vs. J Camp: How do camp counselors choose where to work?
Barstow vs. J Camp: How do camp counselors choose where to work?
I have matured tremendously throughout my time on the Rampage staff. I had the opportunity to grow into myself as an individual. Image by Gabrielle Sosland OR Photos by Aviva Clauer and Avital Mullokandova
Rampage Editor-in-Chief’s final word: How Op-ed articles shaped my writing and my personal understanding
As a student turns his back on history textbooks, he represents the youth turning their backs on the past. Photo by Uriel Noorollah
Why learning history is more important than you think
Freshmen and Sophomores focus intently on a Civil Rights Trip guest speaker. Guest presentations are a fixture of both trips’ learning and can aid with the immense amount of background knowledge needed for the trips. Photo by Uriel Noorollah.
Trip Year! (not yet)
This ski season, the effects of climate change made some ski destinations look like a beach vacation instead . Climate change will affect skiing for the worse and may even lead to its extinction altogether. Illustration by Shefer Rudnick
A grim future for snow sports?
The 2025 HBHA Shabbaton (First EVER)
The 2025 HBHA Shabbaton (First EVER)
Photo provided by Sam Matsil.
Ram Nation Goes North
Photo by Jake Sosland
Chag Chumash: Celebrating Tradition and Torah at HBHA in 2024
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
Ram Tracks Ep 1: Royals Rising
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
HBHA Civil Rights Learning in 2024
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