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The lack of adequate sleep is a major problem among teens. >> Page 10-11 Car Enthusiast >> Page 12 Hallway Hazards >> Page 16 Fencing >> Page 17
Before During the Super Bowl, when the lights went out, Vice Principal Slade LaMunyon texted other administration members We Begin this message: “I didn’t know Emily Hanna was at the superbowl.”
News Briefs/What’s Inside Catholic Youth Conference Carroll Teens organize DCYC
Bishop Carroll students are on the planning board of the Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference, or DCYC, this year. Abby Belt and David Baalmann are helping to organize the event, which will be held at the airport Hilton on April 21 and 22. In order to organize the conference, planners have been meeting once a month for the diocese. “We formed a planning committee and had different tasks to prepare. I was in charge of prayer and adoration,” Baalmaan said Abby Belt and David Baalmann Catholic speaker Jackie Francois, who photo by Nick Giusti spoke at BC recently, will be giving a speech. “There’s a lot of behind-the-scenes work involved with organizing the conference the people don’t really notice,” Belt said. Attendance is expected to be about 250-360 people from five different regions of the Diocese of Wichita. “It’s a cool way to have a retreat in a fun atmosphere where we can apply God to our lives,” Belt said. Belt attended the conference her freshman year. “This year, it will be sad but exciting to see the seniors at their last conference. They’ve accomplished so much these past years.” To someone wondering whether they should go, Belt would say, “You should definitely do it. It’s a great time and definitely worth the money. It’s really fun and you meet a lot of new people. Anyone can come, but you have to register with CYO, so most people there will be involved with CYO.” Baalmann said, “There’s a lot of youth that attend, and it’s a very special experience. I haven’t ever regretted going.” -by Alex Simpson
FLASHBACK The Flyer is celebrating its 25th anniversary. These are some of the stories mentioned in the year 2000 issues of the Flyer.
Exploration Place Exploration Place officially opened on April 1, 2000. The story expressed amazement at the many exhibits, including the KSN Channel 3 Weather Lab and the Cyberdome Theatre. Who Wants to be a Millionaire? Remember when “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” was popular? When it premiered, it was a phenomenon. The article stated, “It seems that the simplicity of the show is one of the main factors that gives it so much attention.” When the show first came out, the American public quickly became obsessed with it. New School Library Carroll’s current library was built back in 2000. It was built to hold 13 tables and 12 computer stations for student use. In January 2000, the library was almost complete. Construction was estimated to be completely finished over the summer of 2000. Students said that they loved the new library because of the lighting, space to display artwork, and a new space to be before and after school. Librarian Kay Kennedy said, “I love it. There’s such a high ceiling, it makes a great display.” In addition, a computer card catalog system was set up for the first time. — compiled by Alex Simpson
Things mentioned in this issue lFencinglMorgan LanelAshley PinkertonlMarch for Lifel lGraphologylCatholic Schools WeeklPapal ResignationlCOTYl lBasketball BracketslA Kapaun and Carroll FriendshiplSleep Deprivationl
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Senior RaeAnn Hill groggily grabs her alarm clock after it goes off in the morning. See pages 10-11 for an article on teen sleep deprivation.
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News
At the Homecoming pep rally, the senior and sophomore girls compete for Class of the Year points during a game of tug-of-war. The sophomores are in first place in the COTY competition, beating the seniors by only twelve points. Photo by Renee Dick
Sophomores fighting to be Class of the Year Elizabeth Goenner Editor Although the Class of the Year (COTY) competition is open for all students and can be won by any of the four classes, more often than not the student body assumes that the seniors will sweep the competition. However, this year the seniors do not have the competition locked up. The sophomores are currently in first place with 500 points, with the seniors in a close second with 488 points. The sophomore class, described as “really motivated” by sophomore class vice president Lara Korte, is looking to beat the seniors and be the first underclassmen class to win COTY since 1993. But beating the seniors isn’t the end goal of the sophomores. “We’re looking to win, not to overthrow the seniors,” sophomore class president Aubrey Burgess said. And in looking at the numbers, this win seems possible. Although only twelve points separate the sophomores and seniors, the sophomores are proving that they can handle the competition. The sophomores have won key events during this school year, including the most trash bag sales, the best Homecoming week trophy case, and first quarter and semester service News
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participation, all of which were 25 points per event, except semester service participation, which was 35. This year’s competition between classes is being applauded by StuCo adviser Jose Gonzalez. “It (the competition) is being what it’s meant to be,” Gonzalez said. “In the past, the students just assume the seniors will win. If
“IT (THE COMPETITION) IS BEING WHAT IT’S MEANT TO BE...IF EVERY CLASS TOOK THE ATTITUDE THE SOPHOMORES DID IT WOULD REALLY BE A COMPETITION.” - StuCo adviser Jose Gonzalez
closer,” Gonzalez said. “It’s unlikely they’ll motivate themselves, but it is possible.” Burgess and Korte continue to be confident about the sophomores’ efforts. “We’re super proud of the sophomores,” Burgess said. Senior class president Emily Carvalho wants the senior class to win, but isn’t sure if they will. “We’re definitely pushing to win,” Carvalho said. “But we need to pick it up a lot in order to beat the sophomores.” And if the seniors don’t win, not many will be offering their sympathy. “The seniors will just have to deal with it,” Gonzalez said.
every class took the attitude the sophomores did it would really be a competition.” In the midst of the fierce rivalry between the sophomores and the seniors, it’s easy to forget about the freshmen, (currently in fourth place), and the juniors, (currently in third place). But even though they are not in close competition with the sophomores and seniors, either class could still win COTY. “It’s more difficult, but they could edge Design by: Elizabeth Goenner
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If asked to describe the students of Bishop Carroll, many people would use the words “driven, ambitious, competitive.” One look at any of our activities—from soccer to scholars’ bowl— and you can tell that BC students aren’t the kind to back down. This aggressive spirit carries over into other aspects as well, most notably the COTY competition. Class of the year, commonly shortened to COTY, is a race between grades. It’s a battle of spirit; a battle of virtue; a battle of dedication… all to receive the honored title and a day off. It’s typical for the seniors to have the upper hand in the game. After all, who doesn’t want to go out with a bang? However, when the tables turn and the 12th grade gets some competition, things can get a bit heated. Flashback to spring 2012. The juniors felt sure they had beaten the graduating class, and they were stunned (and not too happy) when the seniors won the coveted day off. After a general outcry for justice, the juniors were granted the day off along with the seniors, but the unfriendly atmosphere caused by the dispute had turned the competition sour. Here we are again, inching towards the COTY finish line, and this time the game is between seniors and sophomores. Despite the very close race, the competition remains fierce, but friendly. The drive of both classes has created an attitude of spirit and motivation. The recent Penny Drive broke previous records by over $1,000. Attendance at school functions has been impressive. The spirit of unity is proof that classes can, in fact, coexist peacefully in a competitive environment and benefit their school in the process.
— for the staff, Lara Korte
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Artwork by Aubrey Burgess
COTY competition is fierce but friendly
Pope shows how to live in ‘humble honesty’ Beginning on Feb. 28 with the final resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in place and lasting until the end of the conclave—the assembly of the college of Cardinals for the election of a pope—the Catholic Church has been in a period of “Sede Vacante,” which literally means “vacant seat.” The Pope is resigning from the papal office for the first time in 600 years, causing an uproar that sounded throughout the world. But compared to the rest of the secular world—the media especially—Catholics are reacting much more calmly than most would think. While rumors of schism, heresy, and antipopes circulate through online blogs whose sole purpose is to bash the Church, Catholics have remained faithful and steadfast in their beliefs. Even though we are in a period of trial, the Church is still standing, just as she has for 2000 years. By the grace of God and the indefectibility of the Holy Spirit, the Church will never crumble. Has the Church fallen apart? Nope. Is there an antipope? Nope. Can women now be ordained priests? Nope.
Publication Staff Editors Elizabeth Goenner Melissa Lies Maddie Oxler
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Online Editor Lexie Dorn
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Online Photo Editor Nick Giusti
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In fact, Catholics actually have the opportunity to strengthen their relationship with Christ and learn more about the faith. Sister Mary Theresa, O.P. said, “Pope John Paul II remained in office so that he might show us how to suffer and how to die. Pope Benedict XVI is leaving the Papal office so that he might show us how to live in humble honesty.” Within the span of eight years, Catholics have witnessed from very holy men two of the most powerful examples that can be given: dying a holy death and living with humility. Bishop Michael O. Jackels’ statement regarding the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI read, “We are grateful to Pope Benedict for his long and exemplary priestly ministry, especially for his service as the Successor to Saint Peter, the first Pope... We pray that God the Holy Spirit will guide them (the college of cardinals) to choose a Pastor after the heart of Jesus, and one who has the physical, intellectual, and spiritual strength to walk in the shoes of the fisherman.” — for the staff, Elizabeth Goenner
Writers/Designers Molly Bogner Aubrey Burgess Amy Gawlak Abby Goodale Emily Jacobs Courtney Jordan Lara Korte Audrey Kruse Madeline Lubbers Alex Simpson Adviser Kollen Long
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Editorial
We Hear You... Students speak their opinions on various issues
Dear Editors, I recently attended the Eagle Esprit for the first time. There were so many different acts. I loved how the crowd made everyone that performed feel proud. They had a lot of courage to go up in front of everyone and show us their act. It seemed like everyone went crazy for the juggler. Each new trick made me amazed every time. Also, I loved how no one in the crowd really cared if an act messed up. We cheered them on if they made a mistake. In my opinion, the coolest thing that happened that night was everyone cheering “Encore!” after Barely Cohesive played. It had to give them a rush knowing that we wanted to hear them again. I loved everything about the Eagle Esprit. It allowed people to show what they can do, and I think that is really cool. - Melissa Klein, freshman Dear Editors, I would like to bring everyone’s attention to an important issue: the lack of dogs in this school. Now before the cat lovers scourge me on the scratching post, I want to clarify that I am advocating the right of all animals, fish, and bugs (except for mosquitos because they don’t have feelings and deserve to die) to enter schools. Why should we allow animals into our schools? The answer is that most animals lower stress and make people happy. Bugs and llamas are the obvious exclusions to this fact but, unfortunately, we can’t discriminate. There are, of course, some that are allergic to animals. Those people should leave. - Jacob Vogel, junior
Dear Editors, I don’t like that we have late starts on a Wednesday. Why can’t we have it on a Monday when everyone wants the extra sleep? I am always tired on Mondays because I sleep til 11 or 12 on Saturday and Sunday and then I can never fall asleep on Sunday night. Some people have sports Sunday and have to go home and do homework and have to stay up late doing that and lose sleep. So why not put the late start on a Monday so everybody gets an extra hour after the weekend?
Dear Editors, I don’t think teachers understand that students have seven classes a day. Seven classes equals seven possible chances of having homework or projects in that class every day. They need to realize their class is not the most important and need to stop expecting us to treat it that way. Teachers always tell us to not wait around after a project is assigned and get it done early. Then they yell at us when we all spend the night before working on the project. Well, we have six other classes to work on too. I wish teachers wouldn’t treat their classes as the most important one and understand that the students are being battered with stress and other problems in life. - Kayla Truong, junior
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Dear Editors, The Sweetheart dance could’ve been planned on a better day. Having a formal dance on a school day takes away from all the fun of getting together with your friends and getting ready, eating, and taking pictures. Now we are rushed to get home, shower, get ready, eat, take pictures, and get there on time. Those who have sports after school are going to lose all the fun of taking your time to get ready and laugh with your friends. -Rebecca Rauber, sophomore Columns
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Dear Editors, The activities that were planned for Catholic Schools Week here at Carroll were a disappointment. First of all, the Saint Day was the only dress down day (aside from the regular pride day) that involved the underclassmen. Furthermore, there were not very many people who participated in it anyway. The majority of us come from Catholic grade schools, where they had something interesting planned every day, and everyone participated. We had crazy hat day, talent shows, wacky-dress days, crazy sock days, and games versus teachers. Additionally to all of this, we had a “wear red” day on the following Friday, with an all school Mass. I feel as though most of the activities planned for Carroll this year were held after school, ignoring the fact that some people have sports practices, club meetings, and tutoring sessions. Next year, the activities planned for Catholic Schools Week should have more of the student body as a whole, be more creative and fun, and finally, be held during school, when everyone can participate. - Kaylor Nordhus, freshman
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THIS OR THAT
Blown Away by ‘The Hobbit’ Though I am not an intense movie watcher, I found myself very excited to watch “The Hobbit” “ Perhaps it had to do with seeing it in high frame rate at the IMAX theater, but this movie did not disappoint. The movie, of course, had its share of differences from the book, but I was very impressed with how well Peter Jackson was able to stretch the book into a fantastic movie. There was no shortage of intense action scenes in the new movie, and there is sure to be more to come since this was only the first of three parts of “The Hobbit” movie. My only complaint was that the movie, which lasted almost three hours, seemed to drag on longer than necessary, especially since there are two parts still to come. This really was no deterrent, though because of how much “meat and potatoes” the movie included. The occasional comic relief in the movie was perfectly placed and helped to make “The Hobbit” a very dynamic movie. Overall, I loved the movie and I will definitely go back for the second part. —David Martin, staff writer
What are you doing over Spring Break?
“I am going to Cancun, Mexico, with my family!”
Adidas
Nike
Nike is better than Adidas at everything. All of Nike’s clothing looks better and is very comfortable. The Nike basketball shoes may not be as good but kill Adidas in shoes for training, style, and just about everything else. Nike socks are so much better than Adidas and are so much more comfortable. The Nike Elites are my favorite socks and I wear them at every opportunity. Nike may be more expensive, but you get what you pay for in quality. Nike has more selection than Adidas and makes better products for more sports and athletic wear. Overall, Nike just looks better, wears better, feels better, and performs better than Adidas.
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As a basketball player, I think Adidas is no doubt better. Adidas has some of the best basketball shoes out there. The Adiadas basketball shoes are much lighter and are much more comfortable to wear. The style of Adidas shoes are much better than Nike and they look much better. Adidas socks have more cushion and are softer than Nike socks. The design on the back of socks looks a lot better than Nike also. Adidas may not have the best jerseys, but their warmups keep you much cooler than Nike and keep players warmer before a big game. Adidas is also cheaper, so you get more value and product for your money.
Nick Giusti, staff writer
-Kaitlyn Morgan, Senior
“Going skiing in Colorado with my family and going fishing with my friends.” — Patrick Dugan, Junior
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“I am going to Arizona to visit the Grand Canyon!”
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— Hannah Whitton, Sophmore
What’s hot - and what’s not - around 8101 W Central
Scholars Bowl Hot
Suicide Prevention Speaker Warm
Students were informed about the warning signs of depression and suicidal behavior. Each student was given a “yellow card” with tips on how to help fellow Liz McGinness informs students about the classmates. signs of depression.
Dress Like a Saint
Cold
Even though we didn’t have to wear uniforms, many people didn’t partcipate in “Dress Like a Saint Day.”
After winning the City League championship, the scholars bowl team finished a good season with a third place finish at state. The team lost its first three matches, but won its last four in pool play to qualify for the final four.
Kapaun vs. Carroll Game Icy
The highly anticipated rematch between BC and KMC came down to a last second shot. The boys and girls teams lost to KMC Students watch in in substate. disbelief as their
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“I am going to Florida with my family and might be going on a cruise!” — Trent Nance, Freshman
team was defeated by Kapaun in the final seconds.
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Opinion
A little drop of everything
How to fill out your bracket Sports Staff Arguably the most enjoyable event of year for sports fans, the NCAA Basketball tournament, more commonly known as March Madness, consists of 67 single elimination games stretched over a span of three weeks in order to crown a national champion. With over 40 million brackets submitted last year, filling out a bracket has become a popular activity for people across the country. There are millions of ways to fill out your bracket: which team has the most wins, which team has the tallest players, which team has the best mascot, etc. If you’re lost when you pick up this year’s bracket, here are a few tips when filling it out. 1. Pick all of the 1, 2, and 3 seeds to win their first round games: It is not unusual to have at least one 3-14 or 2-15 upset in a tournament, but it’s not worth the risk to pick one of them. You’d really be kicking yourself if that 3 seed you had losing in the first round went all the way to the Final Four. 2. Guards win in March: In eight out of the past nine years, the NCAA Champion has had a guard who went on to play in the NBA. A good guard will dictate the pace of the game and hit big shots. If you have an underdog making a deep run in your bracket, make sure they have good guards. 3. Keep bias out of your bracket: Sometimes making a good bracket involves painful
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Signs your Spring Break is not going well
1. You are grounded the enitre break
2. Your cable breaks so you can’t
watch March Madness
3. You’re stuck inside because it’s Ben McLemore drives to the hoop for Kansas, which is again expected to make a deep run in the NCAA tourney. Photo by Rich Sugg of the Kansas City Star/MCT Campus
decisions. Just because you hate a team doesn’t mean they can’t win the tournament. Try to stay objective. You’ll be happy you did. 4. Fill out your bracket one game at a time: Don’t pick up your bracket with the intentions of picking a certain 11 seed to go to the Elite Eight or a certain team to win the tournament. Look at each game and consider how the teams match up against each other. The best team usually isn’t the one who wins the tournament; the team that wins is the one who draws the most advantageous matchups.
been raining the entire week
4. You get put in charge of the
Spring cleaning
5. You spend the entire week playing video games
Top 5 Ways to watch March Madness
1. Throw a huge party with all of
your friends cheering for their team
2. Cheering against your favorite team’s rival
“Race to the finish” by Aubrey Burgess
3. Make fun of your friends when their team loses and yours wins
4. All alone so you don’t start
cussing out everyone around you
5. Basketball around the clock.
Spend as much time as you can watching March Madness
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‘Here for a reason’ Flyer staffer shares her experience on the
March
for
Life
Left: The statue of Mary on top of a bell tower in Emmitsburg Md., where students on the March for Life visited the national shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Photo by Lexie Dorn. Center: Flyer staff members Lexie Dorn and Molly Bogner pose during the March for Life in Washington, DC. Photo by Carolyn Torline. Right: A Bishop Carroll student holds up an anti-abortion sign during the March for Life in Washington, DC. Photo by Katelynn Smith.
Flyer staffer Molly Bogner attended the recent March for Life trip and shares her memories below. “You are here for a reason.” Students on the March for Life heard these words spoken by Father Ben Sawyer several times throughout the trip. Whether it was to save lives, to have a fun trip, or to grow in faith, 120 students piled on three buses and traversed over 1,200 miles of highway to show our pro-life pride and march at our nation’s capitol. Twenty-two and a half hours on a bus sounds about as fun as chewing on aluminum foil while sliding your nails across a dusty chalkboard, but believe me, the bus ride was a blast. My friends and I had fun making up songs, texting our desolate, lonely friends who stayed in Wichita, and counting how many times certain passengers used the crude bus toilet. Friday morning, decked out in matching Bishop Carroll stocking caps, we attended a youth Mass and rally, reminiscent of a Steubenville conference and featuring Jackie Francois’ beautiful vocals. We all had a little too much fun riding on the Metro, D.C.’s subway system. I’m sure the locals were thrilled that their morning commute was infested with hundreds of high Page 8
school students in green and gold bumblebeestriped hats who obviously had minimal experience with trains. As we started marching, the snow started falling. This wasn’t Kansas, straight-line-winds, rip-your-skin-off snow. This snow seemed like out of a movie, falling gently from the sky in big flakes. As a school, we prayed a rosary and shouted out some rockin’ pro-life chants. (“Hey Ho! Roe v. Wade has got to go!”) We definitely made our presence known among the 650,000 other pro-life marchers. Saturday was reserved for sight-seeing. After a beautiful Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, my small group looked at the city from the top floor of a 12-story building, saw the Constitution and Declaration of Independence in the National Archives, and were sufficiently creeped out by mummies at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. Saturday night, we took a tour of the different monuments and memorials around DC. I was struck by the size of some, the power of others, and overall the complete awe-inspiring effect of them all. On Monday, we visited the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Md.,
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where her body is buried. We each got a chance to kneel and pray at her tomb. We also toured a prayer walk built into the side of a mountain. The walk featured a replica of the grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in France and a life-size crucifix that you could literally kneel at the foot of. After a fun weekend, we began the long trek home consisting of motion sickness and deep conversations. We were all eager to get home, and could not contain our excitement as we finally stepped off the bus and took a breath of warm Wichita air. I went on the March for Life to try to make a difference in our legislation, but as Father Ben said, we were all there for a reason. Personally, I discovered more reasons than I ever could have imagined. I grew close to some people that had only been my acquaintances before. I became even closer to my best friends. And more importantly, I grew immensely in my faith and relationship with God. I hope and pray that another March for Life will never be necessary, but if the opportunity ever arises for any of you, take it. It is well worth the paranoid packing, overload of homework, and increased stress. Go on the March, and you too will discover why you are meant to be there.
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Faith
Across Enemy Lines
Two girls from cross town rival schools find a way to see past their differences and form a friendship.
Juniors Emily Rohleder and Brooke Frisch pose together at St. Francis after one of their Angels’ get togethers. Photo by Katelynn Smith Molly Bogner Staff Writer Juniors Emily Rohleder and Brooke Frisch seem to have a typical friendship when they hang out in the evenings. They love to laugh together, share their lives, and help each other become better people. During the day, however, while Emily wears her white shirt and dark green plaid skirt, you will find Brooke donning a skirt with a grey hue. That’s right: These two friends attend rival schools Bishop Carroll and Kapaun Mt. Carmel. Rohleder and Frisch met through the girls group Angels of the Holy Queen, which girls from both schools attend. They began to grow close during their sophomore year and have been great friends ever since. “The same stuff always happens to both of us, so we can relate to each other,” said Rohleder. “She’s just really fun.” Feature
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“We have fantastic conversations about everything,” said Frisch. “We relate to each other on an incredible level.” Emily Savage,the leader of Angels, has noticed the girls’ friendship. “They share a rock solid friendship that will not be broken by rivalry,” she said.
“Kapaun and Carroll aren’t so different.” -Brooke Frisch “Em and Brooke show us we are missing out on solid friendships. The Carroll-Kapaun rivalry is good in sports but when it comes to the faith we need to break down the walls.” “I think the rivalry is fun and a part of high school,” said Rohleder. “But sometimes it can be overrated.” Frisch agrees. “I think it’s great to have that friendly competition; it motivates the players and
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boosts school spirit on both ends,” she said. “However, when the rivalry turns to prejudice or extends to outside of sports, it has gone too far. I think it’s important to remember that we are all brothers and sisters in Christ; we all have similar problems, goals, emotions, and experiences.” Abby Johnsen, religion teacher and another leader of Angels of the Holy Queen, admires Frisch’s and Rohleder’s friendship. “They’re not going to let a petty competition get in the way of the common good,” Johnsen said. “At the last basketball game we waved at each other across the gym,” said Rohleder. “We’ve never talked trash – it doesn’t seem like we go to different schools.” Frisch has learned a lot from her friendship with Rohleder. “It has taught me that two people that have led completely separate lives can be incredibly similar,” she said. “Kapaun and Carroll aren’t so different.” www.bcflyer.net
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sleep deprivation Teenagers who get inadequate sleep each night face the risk of serious consequences. Lara Korte Staff Writer Today’s society is always “go, go, go.” It’s one collective cry, telling people to achieve more, to work harder, and keep going. The idea of stopping to rest is nearly inconceivable. There are places to go and people to see. Sleep is often pushed aside as a luxury, an unnecessary hindrance to the big picture. What many teens today don’t understand is that sleep is a vital necessity to a healthy body and sound mind. According to the Sleep Foundation, teens need about 9 ¼ hours of sleep each night to function best. That said, most teens do not get enough sleep. In a recent Flyer survey, 71 out of 100 Carroll students report getting only six to seven hours of sleep a night. Eighteen students said they get less than five hours of sleep. “It’s hard to get eight hours of sleep each night because I usually don’t actually put down my phone until after midnight,” sophomore John DeGraffenreid said. In a study published in the “Journal of School Health,” 90 percent of teenagers reported sleeping less than the recommended nine hours a night. In the same study, 10 percent of teens reported sleeping less than six hours a night. To really understand the importance of sleep, it’s necessary to understand the cycle of human sleep patterns. The brain goes through four stages during the night. Stages three and four are the most important stages. It’s here that your body does necessary work and restores depleted energy supplies. It takes 90 minutes to go through all four stages and the cycle is repeated four to six times during the night. Teenagers who do not allow themselves enough hours at night do not get the amount of deep, restorative sleep they need. Bad sleeping habits can lead to bad consequences for the body. Sleep deprivation can cause aggressive or inappropriate behavior such as yelling at friends or being impatient with teachers or family members. It can also limit the ability to learn, listen, concentrate and solve problems. For teenagers who drive on a daily basis, this can be significantly dangerous. According to SleepSearchSociety.com, being sleep deprived is equivalent to a blood alcohol level of .08 percent, which is illegal for drivers in many states. Drowsy driving causes over 100,000 crashes each year. When it comes to reasons for sleep deprivation, there are many causes. Extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs all take up time. After a long day at school and a tough practice, coming home to two hours of school work can be a challenge. “I usually don’t get home from volleyball until 10:30 at night,” said sophomore Maddy Swinicki. “After that I just don’t feel like doing homework.” The majority of surveyed Carroll students admitted to procrastinating on projects and homework. With the ready availability of so many distractions—whether its Twitter, texting or that latest episode of “Pretty Little Liars”—procrastination is an easy trap to fall into. “I procrastinate on homework and when I do, I usually just don’t sleep,” sophomore Becca Schmiedler said.
In this photo illustration, senior Kaitlyn Morgan portrays a sleepy student while her classmates listen to a lecture. A recent study in the “Journal of School Health” has shown that 90 percent of teenagers do not get the reccommend amount of nine hours of sleep per night.
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When it comes to social media, staring at the light of a screen has the same effect as staring at the bright morning sun. Over half of surveyed Car oll students noted that they use the computer or their phones right before bed. “Sometimes I’ll get on Facebook or something and you can easily waste time there,” junior Michelle Johnson said. The soft glow of a laptop may signal the brain to stay awake—a major hindrance to snooze time. Many people use a jolt of caffeine in the morning to combat the daybreak drowsiness, but teens who consume excessive amounts of coffee or energy drinks throughout the day are more prone to loss of sleep. The effects of one cup of coffee, containing 250 milligrams of caffeine, can last anywhere from eight to 14 hours. Drinking more than three servings in a day will seriously affect the sleep cycle, keeping your brain awake and consequently loosing precious sleep time. For teens who find they are struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep during the night, sleeping pills or other forms of sedatives are a common solution. Many of these substances, while they provide short-tern relief from insomnia or sleep loss, can easily become addictive and habit forming. Over time, it can be impossible to fall asleep without the help of outside substances. Teens should aovid chemical substances and instead opt for a natural solution to sleeplessness. Many small factors can affect sleeping time, but it’s often disorganization, clutter and confusion that keep the brain up. To gain the most energy out of the night, time management is a necessary skill. Avoid dangerous procrastination by staying away from distractions during the evening—the best way to do this is to silence all electronics and keep them in another room. This same concept is applicable to actual bedtime. Time is easily wasted updating Twitter rather than updating vital sleep. Teenagers often see themselves as invincible—an endless supply of youth and energy. But no matter the age, sleep is vital to every human being. The importance of sleep can’t be understated, it’s what keep us happy and healthy and functioning. “When I have enough sleep, I’m in a much better mood,” sophomore Alex Kerchen said, “Without it, I feel sick, like I’m not up for anything.”
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Senior Joe Frangenburg portrays a groggy student in this photo illustration. An inadequate amount of sleep can make it more diifficult for teenagers to concentrate and stay awake during school hours.
• Increased risk in car accidents: Driving when you’re sleep deprived is the same as driving with a blood alcohol content of .08%. • Increase in body mass index: Inadequate sleep can cause an increase in appetite, especially for foods high in sugar or fat, which can lead to obesity. •Increased risk for health problems: An insufficient amount of sleep can cause diabetes and heart diseases later on in life, as well as psychological conditions such as depression. •Decrease in ability to retain new information: Sleep deprivation makes it harder to concentrate and pay attention in class. Students’ grades may drop dramatically due to poor performance on homework and tests. According to the National Sleep Foundation
Sleep by the Numbers
Easy Ways to Get Better Sleep 1. Avoid caffeine products before bedtime 2. Make your bedroom quiet, comfortable, and slightly cool 3. Avoid electronics right before bed 4. Go to bed at the same time every night 5. Finish eating at least two to three hours before bedtime 6. Develop a nightly bedtime routine 7. Exercise regularly every day 8. Meditate or listen to relaxing music before going to bed 9. Wear comfortable clothes to bed 10. Try counting sheep, or another activity that is repititive and
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BC Survey Results The Flyer polled 100 Bishop Carroll students about their sleep habits. Seventy-one percent of students said that they typically slept six to seven hours every night, compared to 11 percent sleeping over eight hours. Eighteen percent of students sleep under five hours per night, which is above the national average. Only 19 percent of students feel rested after sleeping. 54 percent of students do not have a nightly bedtime routine, and the majority of those students also said that they do not feel rested when they wake up. In addition, 41 percent of students who text or use the computer right before going to bed find it harder to get to sleep every night, while 29 percent said that they “sometimes” have difficulty getting to sleep. Overall, the results of the survey were similar to the findings of national polls. Center
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of teen athletes who slept more than eight hours were less likely to be injujred is the recommended minimum hours of sleep teens need to get each night of students reported falling alseep in school at least once a week
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Above: Lane poses with his 1960 MG A Coupe and 2004 BMW Z4. Top right: Lane fits into his 1960 MG A Coupe. Middle right: Lane drives his 1979 MG Midget. Bottom right: Lane shows how he lifts up cars to work on them. Photos by Kaitlyn Pham.
Life in the Fast Lane Junior fixes up sports cars in his free time
Molly Bogner Staff Writer Most high schoolers don’t even know the difference between a spark plug and an alternator, but junior Morgan Lane could show you both of them — in four cars he is fixing up with the help of his dad. “When I got into high school, I got interested in working on cars,” Lane said. He is currently helping his dad work on two antique British sports cars, (a black 1960 MG A Coupe and a white 1979 MG Midget) as well as a 2004 BMW Z4 and a white 2006 mustang, which he drives to school. Lane’s father was the one who first spurred his interest in mechanics. “I have a great interest in cars. It’s not really hard to learn — You have an example right in front of you. When you have a visual it helps a lot,” he said.
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Lane’s favorite part of fixing up a car, besides putting a new part on, is taking it out for a drive. “It’s a long process sometimes, waiting to drive it,” he said. “My dad’s been doing it his whole life. He learned from his dad,” Lane said. “Whenever I have a question about anything about cars I ask him. He grew up working on cars, he knows them inside and out. He had every car on the planet.” Does Lane want to work on cars as a career? “Definitely not for a living, but definitely as a hobby,” he said. “I’m not sure exactly what I want to do when I grow up.” Whatever he chooses as a career, Lane wants to further expand his range of car experience. “I want to have a variety of all types of cars: not just new cars or British cars or muscle cars.” Lane’s white Mustang, seen cruising through the Carroll parking lot every day, isn’t only a cool car — It is the result of his hard work.
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Right On Target
After four years of practice with 4-H, Pinkerton handles a pellet gun with ease Alex Simpson Staff Writer In a large room with concrete floors, freshman Ashley Pinkerton stretches her right hand outward, holding a gun. She faces seven targets that are lined up against the back wall. Her red-painted nails shine under the fluorescent lights as her hand unwaveringly grasps the weapon. With deliberate ease, she pulls the trigger, and a metal pellet is flung from the barrel with high velocity towards its target with a sharp retort. She hits the target dead center. Bull’s-eye! She reloads her gun, a carbon-dioxide chamber powered Daisy Pistol, and prepares to fire again. Pinkerton has been involved in shooting at her local 4-H club for four years. She’s been successful at it, too, and has earned her fair share of medals to prove it. She got fourth place in her division at a state-wide competition on her first year of competing, and last year, she and a fellow student, sophomore Derek Simon tied for first place. Pinkerton likes being a part of 4-H. “I enjoy competing against other people. It can be a real challenge though, because other competitors are sometimes better at it than me,” she said. Pinkerton started out with simpler, less dangerous weapons, which were BB guns. Since then, she’s moved on to more advanced weaponry, such as the Daisy Pistol and the Tau, a gas powered pistol also used in competitions. Pinkerton’s mother, Cindy Pinkerton, is her shooting coach and mentor, and teaches her the values that the sport can bring if given dedication. Cindy says that the most important lessons shooting teaches are “patience, focus, teamwork, and sportsmanship.” Cindy also reminds her daughter that it is important to know that “It’s a competition between yourself, not everyone else.” Although Pinkerton can handle a gun with ease, her friends sometimes don’t believe that she can. “When I tell my friends I shoot,” she said, “They’re like, ‘Yeah, right, you’re a girl, you can’t shoot.’” Although she garners surprise and disbelief from her peers, Pinkerton doesn’t let that stop her. Shooting is not a male-dominated sport by any means. “Lots of other girls compete as well,” she said. Her friends certainly give her mixed reactions. “Some of my friends think it’s cool, some think it’s unusual,” she said. Pinkerton said that one of the most important things to remember when shooting a target is that “When you shoot it, you have to remember not to jerk it away. Your stance is very important as well.” Although Pinkerton is competitive, she realizes that sports are about enjoying yourself as well. “It doesn’t matter if you don’t win,” she says. “It’s just to have fun.”
Ashley Pinkerton practices shooting at her local 4-H club. The freshman has won several medals in shooting competitions the past four years. Photo by Kaitlyn Pham
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What your handwriting says about you...
Graphology What your handwriting says about you... [gra-fol-uh-jee]
Principal Vanessa Harshberger
The tittle (or “i” dot) lagging behind the letter: can indicate active thinking
A 80 to 90 degree slant is very common: can indicate cordial nature and friendly attitude toward others
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Father Ben Sawyer
Line slope rises to the right: can indicate optimism and cheerfulness
Connected writing (letters of each word are connected): can indicate a firm, bold, clear, and positive attitude
Handwriting ANALYSIS
1) Looking at the relative letter size, measure the average height of the individual’s handwriting with a ruler. Are the letters smaller or larger than nine millimeters? a) Large: These letters can mean that you are an extravert and outgoing. The size indicates that you are easily relatable and have many friends. Many celebrities’ penmanship exhibits large characters. b) Medium: Average letters indicate that you are a sensible person with an active mind. You can grasp things quickly. Characteristics include being accurate, logical, and composed. c) Small: Letters on the smaller side illustrate a keen since of observation. You may be a perfectionist and are determined to do well in life. 2) What direction do the letters slant, or do they slant at all? a) To the right: A rightward slant implies the ability to socialize with other people. You are open to the world around you. b) To the left: You like to work alone or behind the scenes. The leftward slant can show emotion and reserve. Individuals may be uncooperative when others try to push more commitment from them. c) No slant: Strait up and down words implies an individual is logical and practical. You may be independent and guarded with your emotions.
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3) How many times does the pen leave the paper? a) Connected writing (the pen never leaves the paper): A continuous flow of words connotes a firm, bold, and clear character. These people generally have a positive attitude. b) Broken writing (the pen occasionally leaves the paper): The choppy cursive suggests the ability to judge human character. c) Disconnected writing (pen never stays on the paper): This form is normally associated with people who love art and nature. You have dreams and a poetic mind. 4) How much pressure was inflicted when the sample was composed? a) Heavy pressure: If force was applied, the individual takes things seriously. However, if the pressure is immoderately heavy, this may be an indication that the writer is easily flustered and occasionally uptight. b) Light pressure: Words forced without force shows sensitivity and sympathy to people. Fine and delicate letters indicate modesty, refinement, and spirituality. 5) Check to see if there is an “i” in the sample. Where is the dot for the “i”? a) Directly above: The dot parallel to the “i” means you are critical and exact. b) Ahead: The dot preceding the “i” suggests continuous or active thinking. c) Behind: The dot after the “i” indicates a thoughtful character. d) Inconsistent: A varying dot, in theory, is associated with a distracted mind. Information from handwritingpro.com
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Catholic Schools Week
Top: Students follow behind Fr. Ben Sawyer as they participate in the Eucharistic Festival. New to Carroll this year, it was not mandatory but many chose to attend. Middle Left: Senior Michael Neises shows off his juggling talent at the annual Eagle Espirit. Middle Right: Senior Ross Nichols calls for the ball during Buff Puff to send it back to the junior side. After a hard fought battle, the seniors won. Bottom Left: Senior Timmy Tran serves the ball to Junior Mack Gowing in the annual ping pong tournament. The winner walked away with the entry fees from all who participated. Bottom Right: Senior Riley Mikesell performs with his band, Barely Cohesive, in the Eagle Esprit. The band was a huge hit and was called back for an encore. Photos by Renee Dick
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The 8 Most Annoying People in the Hallway The Wron g Way Wa lker
Definition: Those students who insist on causing traffic jams by going against the flow. They refuse to acknowledge that the normal place to walk is the right side of the hallway, not in the middle or on the left. More often than not, these wrong-way walkers are pushed aside by angry seniors and teachers. Synonym: Incompetent Freshmen
The Huge Backpack Definition: That one kid who really wants to carry every single book around for the entire day. Known for their bulging backpack the size of another person, these people do not seem to care that their backpack bumps into people who are trying to squeeze by. However, we all know that stopping by your locker would only be a big hassle so you are not blamed for wanting to carry around your entire day’s worth of books. Synonym: The Turtle
The Slow Walker Definition: This person is your worst nightmare when you’re trying to make it from Senior hall down to the 600 hall classrooms. They never pick up the pace and, no matter how late they are, they continue their slow shuffle all the way to class. They tend to travel in packs, so there’s no possible way to get around them. Synonym: The Shuffler
The Injured Athlete Definition: Usually this person is an athlete that earned their battle wound during competition. It is fine if you’re actually injured, but those who keep up with the image just to have an elevator key need to get off the crutches and get moving. We know that it is not your fault that you got hurt, but you still tend to get in the way. Synonym: Cripple
The Posse
Sporatic Walke r Definition: We thought that once you entered high school, pretending to be an airplane flying around corners would lose its charm, but some students still entertain this fantasy, albeit in a different manner. They can’t seem to figure out how to walk in one direction, instead they swerve all over the place, knocking into people and throwing everyone else into lockers as they go. Synonym: Scatterbrain
Definition: The group of students that just can’t get enough of each other on the weekends, so they insist on blocking all traffic in the hallways as they catch up on all the latest happenings from last hour. Either they forget that they are in a crowded hall or they just don’t care. Good luck getting past this bunch! Synonym: Best Friends Forever
st Friend e B s ’ e n o y Ever Definition: Obviously the most well-known student in the halls, they insist on stopping and saying “hello” to every person they pass. Known for their frequent and random stops, they don’t realize that every passing period is not a social gathering. We do understand that you are popular and need to make your public appearance but some of us actually need to get to class. Synonym: Social Butterfly
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Definition: The perfectly adorable couple that doubles as perfectly annoying pacemakers. Once they’re done smooching next to the locker, they’ve got to hold hands as they slowly walk each other to class, gazing into each other’s eyes, not paying attention to anyone else.It’s obvious that they’re in love, so it’s completely acceptable, right? Synonym: High School Sweethearts
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The Mental Game Senior Robert Ruder and junior Jacob Vogel participate in fencing
Above Left: Junior Jacob Vogel and Senior Robert Ruder practice fencing at Wichita Fencing Academy. Top Right: Vogel and Ruder pose holidng their fencing foils. Bottom Left: Jacbo Vogel shows off gear essential to fencing. Photos by Brooke Biby
licks, clanks, and buzzers bring the inside of the Wichita Fencing Academy to life. The outside of the building, which is brick with a small sign above the door, offers no evidence as to the excitement going on inside. It effectively conceals what exactly is taking place within its walls. Traveling just beyond the red door and some stairs, one would find a true representation of what fencing is truly about. A multitude of people drenched in sweat, practicing hard, and using precision and strategy in an attempt to conquer their opponent, bring life to the building. Junior Jacob Vogel and Senior Robert Ruder are taking part in what Vogel calls “physical chess.” Vogel has been fencing for three years and enjoys every minute of it. He was originally introduced into fencing because his father fenced in college. The idea of fencing had always appealed to Vogel, and he fell in love with it immediately after trying it. Practicing two to three times per week with Ruder, Vogel says he doesn’t have a hard time
juggling fencing and school, especially considering the time other sports consume. Ruder has been fencing for about nine years. “Instead of playing basketball or other sports with him, what we used to do together when he was little was play pirate and swordfight,” Ruder’s father said. Ruder, who used to wrestle, enjoys fencing more than any sport he’s ever played because he appreciates the fact that it’s an individual sport. “I also like it because I like meeting new people and being able to get out and do something,” Ruder said. Vogel enjoys fencing because of the intensity of the sport and because it demands a lot physically and mentally. “It takes a lot of skill…Everyone has a different technique,” Vogel said. Vogel and Ruder both enjoy the excitement of fencing as well. Ruder spoke of how his adrenaline is constantly pumping while he is fencing. Vogel said that because he faces a different opponent every time, “it’s always a different game.” One might think that pain would be the nonnegotiable price to pay for such an intense
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sport. However neither Vogel nor Ruder find it to be too distracting. “It kind of hurts at first,” Ruder said. “They make sure you’re pretty well padded. So it’s pretty safe, but not without a few bumps and bruises,” added Vogel. Once, while at a fencing practice, Ruder had a hard time staying awake. He fell asleep while standing up in the middle of a match. “I got stabbed and I woke up. Nobody even noticed!” Ruder said. In fencing, there is a ranking system similar to the colored belts in material arts. The ranking scale is as follows, starting from the lowest rank; unrated, E, D, C, B, A. Vogel currently holds an E ranking and Ruder holds a D ranking. Through one’s performance in tournaments, one can advance in rank, and Ruder hopes to have a B ranking by the end of the season. Both Vogel and Ruder plan on continuing to fence recreationally after they graduate. Although not currently offered at BC, Vogel and Ruder believe fencing would be a hit among the students. They wish it was offered because they believe it would attract many. “I know there would be many who would enjoy it,” Vogel said.
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Girls Soccer Coach: Greg Rauch, 3rd year. Last season: 19-2, City League champions, third at state Top returners: Baylee Vaughn (first team All City defense) and Shelby Lopez (first team All City forward) Key dates: BC vs. KMC on May 4 at Newton Coach says: “We return much of last year’s very successful team. (We) expect big things at state.”
Girls Track Coach: Ran Nielsen, 28th year. Last season: City and regional champs, state runner-up Top returners: Katherine Dillard (school record holder in 400m and 800m) and Kaelyn Balch (school record holder in 1600m and 3200m) Key Dates: City League meet on May 9, regional meet on May 17, state meet on May 24 and 25 Coach says: “We want to pick up where we left off last year and we want to win the state championship.”
Boys Tennis Coach: Darren Huslig, 10th year. Last season: 8-0 in City League duals, 1st place at City League tournament (9th consecutive City League title). Top returners: Matt Zemanick and Logan Bevis (state qualifiers and city league doubles champions). Key Dates: BC vs. Northwest on March 14, BC vs. KMC on April 1, and City League tournament on April 27 Coach says: “We are returning five of our six varsity players from last year and expect to contend for our tenth consecutive city league title.”
Baseball Coach: Charlie Ebright, 13th year. Last season: 20-5 record, 5A State Champs Top returners: Jordan Miller (Pitcher), Matt Henning (Pitcher), Taylor Sanagorski (Catcher), Bryce Whitchurch (Outfielder), John Armstrong (Second Baseman) Key Dates: BC vs. Goddard on April 16 at Newman, BC vs. Maize on April 26 at Westurban, BC vs. KMC on April 23 Coach says: “We have a strong group of players returning. We’re going to compete for the city, regional, and state Championships.”
Softball Coach: Angie DalPozzo, 4th year. Last season: 22-2 record, 5A State Champs Top returners: Katelynn Smith (Pitcher), Jessi Haffner (Pitcher), Hunter Hogan (Center Fielder) Clara Savage (Shortstop) Key Dates: BC vs. Maize on March 26, BC vs. Maize South on April 7, BC vs. Northwest on May 11 Coach says: “We’ve had success for the past few years. With the core group of seniors we have back this year, we don’t want to settle for anything less than our third straight state championship.”
Boys Golf Coach: Mark Berger, 8th year. Last season: second in City League, second at regionals, sixth at state Top returners: Levi Iseman (fifth at the City League Championship), Matt Sander (seventh at the City League Championship), Carter Towey (ninth at regionals), Nate Chadd (eleventh at the City League Championship) Key Dates: BC Invitational on April 1, City League Championship on May 8, regionals on May 13, state on May 20 Coach says: “The goal this year is to push KMC for the GWAL, regional, and state Championships.”
Boys Track Coach: Cory Swords, 8th year. Last season: City and regional champs, state runner-up Top returners: Nick Meyer (1st at State in Pole Vault), Matt Denning (1st at State in 400m), Gage Garcia (2nd at State in 3200m), Zach Befort (4th at State in Javelin) Key Dates: City League meet on May 9, regional meet on May 17, State meet on May 24 and 25 Coach says: “Focusing less on me (ourselves) and learning to sacrifice more for the team.”
Far left: Senior shortstop Clara Savage fields the ball during practice. The softball team is looking for their third consecutive state championship. Photo by Katelynn Smith Middle left: Senior Bryce Whitchurch bats during practice. The baseball team is hoping to compete for the city, regional, and state championships this season. Photo by Malik Bieberle Left: Junior Levi Iseman putts during practice. The boys golf team placed sixth last year at state and is hoping to beat cross-town rival Kapaun Mt. Carmel for the city, regional, and state championships this season. Photo by Malik Bieberle
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Girls Swimming Coach: John Barber, 2nd year Last season: City League runner-up, 10th at State. Top returners: Madison Hutchison (2nd at State in the 100m backstroke and 100m butterfly), Brooke Biby (State Qualifier), Gabi Biby (State Qualifier) Key Dates: BC vs. Heights on March 14, Meet at Wichita Swim Club on April 20, and City League Meet on May 9 Coach Says: “We are hoping the program can continue to grow. The goal this year is for a top 5 finish at State.” Sports
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Senior 400-meter runner Matt Denning is looking forward to leading the track team to another state championship this year. Denning won the individual state championship last year and set a school record with a time of 49.68 seconds in the 400 meter dash. Photo by Kaitlyn Pham
David Martin Sports Writer When meets for the 2013 track and field season begin, both the boys and girls teams at Bishop Carroll know that they can plan on getting a big lift from one group of returning members from the 2012 squads. Both the 400 meter runners and the 4x400 meter relay runners played key roles for each squad, leading both teams to second place finishes at the KSHSAA state championship. Both boys head coach Cory Swords and girls head coach Ran Nielsen hope their teams will have strong performances in these events again this year, as both coaches aim to lead their teams to state championships. “We had about eight different guys that could have run in the 400 and 4x4 last year and we only lost two,” Swords said. “It’s an area of strength for us and an area where we can improve at state this year.” Two returners from last year who are now seniors, Katherine Dillard and Matt Denning, led the charge for their respective teams last year. Denning won the individual state championship and set a school record with a time of 49.68 seconds. He was also a member of the 4x100 meter relay team that set the school record with a time of 43.23 seconds, as was Bryce Harvey, a senior who will be instru-
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mental in the team’s success in shorter sprinting events this year. Dillard set the Bishop Carroll girls record in the 400 meter dash with a time of 56.95 seconds, finishing second to then-freshman sensation Ashanti Hutton of Bishop Miege. Both see their record performances as motivation to improve this season. “Winning the 400 last year is going to make me work a lot harder,” Denning said, “and it gave me a sense of accomplishment in knowing that I can do that.” “Looking back on success motivates me to work harder and be more successful,” Dillard added. While many on the outside see track and field as a sport where personal accomplishment is glorified, those on the inside see the fruits of their hard work when their teams are successful. While the group of long-sprinters this season may be very talented, they see this as an opportunity to help push their team over the top. “I hope that I am an example of a team player through running in four events (the maximum number of possible events) rather than working for myself,” Dillard said. While these talented and hard-working runners are primed for some excellent individual accomplishments in 2013, they also have a common goal. “I want to win a state championship,” Denning said.
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Colored Contacts Students see a new way to be different
Abby Goodale Staff Writer In order to demonstrate school spirit at Bishop Carroll, people do all sorts of things. Some students wear BC shirts to games and other events. Others put bumper stickers on their cars. Senior Gus Henry recently introduced a new way to bleed green and gold: colored contacts. While a lot of people wear them just to change up their look, or because they wish they had a different eye color, Henry does it because of his avid school spirit. Henry, whose bright green contacts are a far cry from his blue eyes, wears his contacts on occasion. Although he only wears them to school events such as games and pep rallies, his contacts have made a lasting effect on people. Henry says he has a received a variety of reactions from people regarding his radical contacts. He says that while kids typically “Ooohh” and “Ahhh” over his contacts, his fellow high school students’ reactions vary anywhere from shock to disgust at the abnormality of his contacts. Adults sometimes turn their heads and ignore the contacts. “But mine are meant to be shocking,” Henry said with a smile. Others, however, have different reasons for trying colored contacts. Juniors Cassidee Cummings and Theresa Le both started getting colored contacts simply to try something new. “Brown eyes are common,” Le said. Although Le has clear contacts as well, she says she wears her gray contacts a majority of the time, and has been doing so ever since last year. Le says that some people notice that she is wearing colored contacts, despite the fact that they are subtle.
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“It’s like dying your hair,” Le said. Cummings, who has been wearing colored contacts for approximately four years, has had several different colors of contacts. Naturally, she has green/hazel eyes, but she has had aqua, bright blue and green contacts. She likes changing up her look. Optometrist Hector Rios said that although some teens go through the “phase” of wanting colored contacts, they are not in high demand. According to Rios, while around 90 percent of the patients he sees who are seeking colored contacts are under the age of 25, approximately 70 percent of all the patients who want them are Latin American. Rios said that a big part of the reason they are not in higher demand is that some find them uncomfortable. He also said that they cost more than regular contacts. Typically, colored contacts cost around double the price of regular contacts, depending on the brand. “Vanity is more expensive,” Rio said. He said that a lot of the extra cost in these contacts is attributed to the technology that goes into them. Henry believes his contacts can sometimes change people’s first impression of him. When asked if his bright green eyes are natural or contacts, he sometimes teases people by saying that he colored on his eyes with Sharpies to change the color. According to Le and Henry, one of the negatives of having colored contacts is the discomfort. They both said that they had minor issues when they first started using them, but that those issues have, for the most part, been resolved with time. Rios says that this discomfort is due to the limited amount of brands of colored contacts that are currently offered. “Not everyone is meant to wear the same contact lens,” Rios said.
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