Bishop Montgomery High School
Knightlife APRIL 21, 2016 • XLIX • ISSUE 7
Knights rome the world
Above: Band Director Mr. Hankey leads members of the BMHS band as they perform in front of St. Peter’s Basillica.
Written by Alec Rupp & Nicole Barragan
On March 28th, a group of students got on a plane and headed to Rome, Italy. There was a layover, so the flight to Heathrow was 9 1/2 hours long. After a long four hour layover, the 2 1/2 hours flight to Rome took off. According to freshman Angelina Herrera, turbulence was minimal on the flights and the music and movie selection was fairly extensive, but the food wasn’t as good. Once they landed in Rome, everyone took the first few hours to rest after the flight. Over the course of the trip, the students visited many different churches, including St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican, St. Paul’s Basilica, St. John’s Basilica, Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, and the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem all in Rome where they learned many historical facts about the churches. During the three times that they visited the Vatican, the students
took part in many activities. The band played songs, sang at a small mass in one of the chapels, and sang for a giant mass of over 2,000 people in St. Peter’s Square celebrated by the Pope himself, and got blessed, along with thousands of other pilgrims, by the Pope. The trip also included visits to historical places such as Pompeii, the Colosseum, and the Forum. While at the historical city near Mount Vesuvius, the group saw many ancient structures and beautiful statues. The group even saw some old art that was still intact on some of the building walls. At the Colosseum in Rome, students got to see the still beautiful architecture of the amphitheater. A tour guide also gave them an extensive tour of the Colosseum with plenty of history and stories about the building. Students also enjoyed visiting the Forum, which was a plaza in the center of the city of Rome. They got to see a lot of the ancient statues, pillars, and ruins of buildings and learned even more about what Ro-
man cities looked like back then. While they were in the Sistine Chapel, the group visited the museum before the chapel where they saw many old statues, including one of Artemis. The group also went down south to visit Naples. Even though they didn’t get to leave the bus, the students learned about the history of the mafia and visited the Port of Naples. Mrs. Reano, one of the teachers on the trip, said that she really loved experiencing the language and the culture of Italy, and that she’s always happy to be there. Her favorite part was “being present in St. Peter’s Square, surrounded by people from all over the world, experiencing the feeling of being so close to Pope Francis. As if just being there wasn’t enough, the fact that we sang and performed was an unforgettable honor that I will always treasure.” She was very glad that she got to share the experience with a great group of students and chaperones. Once the trip came to an end, everyone got on a plane and left Aeroporto Leonardo da Vinci in the morning. There was a 1 1/2 hour layover in Heathrow, and they landed in LAX on April 4. Angelina commented saying there was an excessive amount of security at the airports, with random checks of people’s suitcases happening frequently. However, the trip still went well, and overall, was a great experience that they won’t soon forget.
Above: Members of the BMHS band and choir and their faculty chaperones proudly stand in front of a beautiful painting after performing for Pope Francis.
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Above: Christian Olsen ‘19 and Cian Ward ‘18 are amazed by the beautiful churches in Rome.
Above: Seniors Nicole Tolentino and Christian Arevalo sit on the Italian streets with friends.
Above: Senior Ron Hermoso talks on his cell phone while standing in front of the Colloseum.
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“Wallaby Our Australian Consultant?” Mr. Sansalone’s New Gig at Outback Steakhouse Written by Angelo Pasco & Stephanie Trelease Photographed by Maya Mimura It started with a complaint. “As an Australian citizen, I wish to discuss my utter disappointment in your restaurant chain…” At Bishop Montgomery, Mr. Sansalone is well-known for both his abundant science knowledge and his Australian origins. His classroom, decorated with Australian maps, flags, and boomerangs, reflects the pride he feels in his home country, and he includes his students in his national celebrations by encouraging them to sample Vegemite - a common Australian food paste - on Australia Day, which falls on January 26 every year. This year, Australia Day was an important catalyst for Mr. Sansalone’s future. After celebrating his country’s birth at Outback Steakhouse, he grew completely frustrated with the well-known restaurant chain, which claims to offer authentic Australian food to an American audience. His disappointment in the restaurant’s lack of genuine Australian cuisine propelled him to pen a formal complaint to the Outback Steakhouse headquarters in Tampa, Florida at the end of January. He was completely surprised to receive a personalized response from the company, who expressed desire to amend his grievances and offered him a full-time job starting in the summer! Delighted that an Outback associate had actually read and considered his complaints about the restaurant, Mr. Sansalone eagerly accepted the offered position of “Assistant Marketing Director,” or, unofficially, the “Outback Australian Kan-Guru.” In March, he began working with Outback’s corporate leaders on possible changes that the restaurant could make in order to create a realistic Australian setting. Mr. Sansalone expresses that his main concern is that workers and diners felt truly connected with the country. To achieve this, he led several restaurant managers on a sponsored walkabout of Australia over Easter Break. On the extensive trip, Mr. Sansalone guided his new peers to different famous Australian spots, where they sampled the local cuisine and took notes on possible new dishes to offer on their menu. They also collected pictures, videos, and drawings of the environment to help them accurately redesign the restaurant’s aesthetic. Restaurant officials plan to rollout
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such changes across the span of a year, as advised by the koalafied Kan-Guru himself. New additions to the menu include common Australian fare, including meat pies, beetroot burgers, and kangaroo. The food is to be prepared as authentically as possible, and rumor has it that Outback is planning to establish an artificial savanna from which it will source all its meat. In addition to the culinary changes, Mr. Sansalone has been instrumental in the reworking of all the restaurants’ interiors. To make diners truly feel like they’re in Australia, dirt floors and completely wooden furniture will be installed at all Outback locations. Heating systems will also be used to maintain a hot and arid desert climate, and Australian music featuring didgeridoos will be played nonstop. One of the more controversial decisions the business is making involves the adoption and introduction of 22 species - some harmless, others not so much - native to the country. Spiders, snakes, and killer bees alike will be set loose indoors to create that uniquely-Australian “everything-here-can-kill-me” atmosphere. This summer, Mr. Sansalone is looking forward to touring the country and visiting numerous different states to engage current employees in job training. He hopes to inspire workers into adopting a more Australian method of customer service, which entails a more laid-back, friendly attitude. As per Mr. Sansalone’s recommendation, greeters will be placed in front of the doors at each restaurant to usher in customers with a standard “G’day, mate.” Additionally, servers will encourage customers to leave tips with a delightful “check, mate” utterance at the deliverance of their bill. Mr. Sansalone is also very excited about his proposal to send customers home with dingo bags filled with genuine, Australian aluminium foil to wrap leftovers in. American doggy bags with incorrectly-pronounced aluminum foil simply doesn’t preserve your food as well as their Australian counterparts, Mr. Sansalone emphatically assures. On top of all these exciting changes, Outback is considering replacing outdoor patios with koala petting zoos to attract families with children to the restaurant. The restaurant will also offer specialized dining plans with views overlooking the koala habitat, which will give diners
a real appreciation of an Australian landscape. There have also been talks of training kangaroos to carry menus in their pouches so that customers have easy access to the food and drink options. If the kangaroos perform well, managers plan to promote them to full time servers or bartenders. To continue his pursuit to re-
form Outback, Mr. Sansalone has decided to leave Bishop Montgomery after 16 years of teaching, and, unlike his trusty boomerang, will not return.
Left: Mr. Sansalone stands next to his Australian flag in eager anticipation for his next adventure with Outback Steakhouse. Although he looks forward to his new job, he will miss his students and co-workers at Bishop Montgomery, and he thanks them all for the wonderful memories.
Above: Mr. Sansalone’s original complaint letter to Outback Steakhouse.
Above: Outback Steakhouse’s formal job offer to Mr. Sansalone.
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Ghosts at BooMHS? The Spooky Scoop... Written by Audrey Egekeze & Ricky Xu
Like most other Catholic schools, Bishop Montgomery has a long and well-documented history. Since its establishment, many changes have taken place at Bishop. For example, nuns used to teach at the school, while nowadays they are no longer present. However, some believe these nuns are still here in the form of….ghosts! According to many sites documenting paranormal activity in California, including ‘theshadowland.net’, ‘hauntedhovel.com’, and ‘paranormalastics.blogspot.com,’ there have been numerous “sightings of old nuns lurking around the third building hallway.” It has always been
common folklore that third building is haunted, but apparently it isn’t the only place. According to these sites people “have also seen an old drama teacher in the drama lab and visions of blood in the hall ceiling.” Pictures taken in TMH have also revealed a strange white light eminating from an unknown place, furthering the rumors of ghostly hauntings in the old theatre. These findings, although vague, are the only information about paranormal activity at Bishop you can gather from the internet. The rest you’ll have to experience yourself.
Above & Left: A mysterious white lifht shines about performers in TMH. Could this be a friendly ghost venturing out to join the confident students on stage?
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High school is a difficult time for any teenager because it is filled with drama, rigorous classes, sleep deprivation, and personal problems. Luckily, our very own Sir Port, an anonymous student-writer, has taken it upon himself to make high school a little easier for Bishop Montgomery students by sharing his wisdom and advice. Dear Sir Port, April Fools’ jokes always go over my head! It’s really annoying because I either get really excited or really depressed by things that aren’t even real! How can I tell the difference between fact and fiction? -It seems like a lot of people have trouble being bamboozled, smeckledorfed, or otherwise tricked. With this in mind, I’ve written out an 8-step process to cope with pranks. 1. Go along with it a little - people won’t ever prank you if you’re a party pooper who ends pranks before they’re really started 2. Understand what a prank is - it’s a practical joke, so try not to be offended or hurt (unless it’s actually offensive or hurtful!) 3. Listen for sounds that indicate it’s a prank - people snickering, quick footsteps as you get closer to somewhere, someone telling you it’s a prank 4. Look for visual cues - people glancing at you quickly then glancing away, people hushing others or motioning to hide, video cameras 5. Investigate - ask questions, look at things closely, and be suspicious of things that don’t sound right to you 6. Be wary of requests that sound out-of-the-ordinary - no, your mom asking you to use a broomstick to hold a bowl of water up against the ceiling is not an ordinary request 7. Learn from your mistakes - use your past experience of being pranked to influence how you perceive things, especially during prime pranking season (April Fool’s Day) 8. Embrace the prank - laugh at yourself, you’ll feel way more comfortable and make everyone else feel more comfortable too If you are interested in submitting a question to Sir Port, please email knightlifebmhs@ gmail.com with the Subject “Sir Port’s Support”.
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A Drama Fab Road Trip Written by Anna Leoncio proud owner of its own Tony Award
Everyone at Bishop knows Drama Lab for its amazing productions, and in early March, the club was able to display its knack for traveling in style during a weekend roadtrip to San Diego! Student participants of Drama Lab and Improv journeyed south with the aim of viewing professional plays and improv shows. Departing from school on Friday, March 4, the group arrived in San Diego and enjoyed dinner at a local Mexican restaurant before seeing their first show, The Drowsy Chaperone at San Diego State University, an uproarious musical taking place in the 1920s with narrations from a modern day “Man in Chair,” who directed the audience through the wild show. The group was able to get a glimpse of college level theater, which many students anticipate to be in their future. Saturday morning dawned bright and early when the students made their way to San Diego’s famous Balboa Park for a personal tour of the Old Globe Theatre, where they saw the three different stages in the facility and was granted special access to the backstage area and green room. The Old Globe, where students later viewed a matinee performance of The Metromaniacs, is the
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for Best Regional Theatre in 1984. The Metromaniacs, which originated as a French play, was set in the 18th century in Paris, a time where poetry flourished and drama was abound. Every line in the play rhymed, and students enjoyed the quick pace and witty comedy of the show. The last show of the trip took place in the National Comedy Theatre, where the resident improvisers treated students to a pre-show Q&A, where the BMHS Improv Team was able to pose questions about the art of improv. The show itself was a classic match, which pitted the blue team against the red team. Bishop even had an important role in the show, as Alex Tobias ‘17 recounted an experience in French class that became the subject of a hilarious scene! Students thoroughly enjoyed the trip to San Diego, as it allowed them to live new adventures and experience an important art form, which many cherish. The trip also helped build a stronger sense of community in Drama Lab; Drama Lab president Brianna Hernandez ‘16 reflects, “Spending the weekend with some of my favorite people was an absolute blessing. I’ve been acting since sixth grade, but I have never been to a professional show. It was an honor to go as Drama Lab president and ex-
Above: The Old Globe Theatre, site of The Metromaniacs. Above: The students pose on their first night in San Diego before seeing The Drowsy Chaperone. Right:The group enjoys the Koi Ponds of Balboa Park before touring the Old Globe Theatre and viewing The Metromaniacs. perience my first show with them.” Improv Co-Captain Tay Adetola ‘16 agreed, saying “The Drama Lab San Diego trip was a fun-filled experience that I will cherish forever. The Drowsy Chaperone was my favorite show. Seeing that level of theatrics performed by college students was inspiring to me and was my favorite part of the trip. I learned so much about theater, my friends, and even myself from the trip, and the adventure of the trip is something that I will always hold dear.” Ellia Thornburg ‘17 enthused “My favorite part
was watching the improv match!” Colin Sevely-Ortiz ‘18 summed it up perfectly: “I loved every second of San Diego, whether it was seeing a show, or just walking around and being way too loud or theatre geeky. I loved the improv show most of all, and I’ll never forget seeing the backstage areas of the Old Globe Theatre of the Q&A from the improv show. Although those were great, I think most of my favorite moments came from being around these amazing people, who are all incredibly funny.”
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Springing with spirit Written by Caroline Cusolito
Left: An Nguyen ‘18 asks Jason Santomin ‘18 to the Sadies Dance.
Right: Madison Price ‘19 asks Jason Hilliard ‘19 to Sadies with her poster.
With the start of spring came Bishop’s annual Spring Spirit Week that lasted from March 14th to March 18th. The week started with class color day and the first round of Battle of the Bands at lunch. The bands took the stage on the lower field in front of the student body, playing a variety of songs, such as Miguel’s Adorn and Devo’s Whip. Along with the excitement of the beginning of the Battle of the Bands, came lab days and Wednesday’s improv match at lunch. The improv team performed multiple improv games for those who packed the seats of TMH. Later, in the midst of spir-
it week came St. Patrick’s Day. Students were able to show their St. Patrick’s Day spirit by wearing jeans and green shirts, along with festive accessories to celebrate the day. The final round of the Battle of the Bands took place on Thursday, with the bands giving it their last shot to win over the audience’s votes. Taking first place was John Seymour and 30PCSLVR, second place went to Michelangelo and the Bourgeoisie, and taking third place was Patrick Smith and GMG, with runner-ups: Chris Diaz and Mars Bars, Josh Arevalo and Drew Duhovic, and Matt Lee and Woo’s Kids. On
the last day of Spirit Week came Black and Gold Day, in which teachers and students wore jeans and their favorite spirit shirts to show off their knight pride. With an early Friday dismissal came the eager excitement for the Sadie’s dance, titled the Sadie’s World Tour. After seeing creative Sadie’s proposals throughout the week, students from all grade levels showed their excitement for the dance by putting together creative costumes to show off at the dance. The theme of this year’s Sadies was around the world, in which couples dressed in outfits from all around the world, some
dressing as French mimes and others as Hawaiian tourists. Junior Chelsea Hylton said “The best part about Sadie’s probably had to be the whole atmosphere. The energy was through the roof. Everyone was having fun and dancing. The music, theme, and shaved ice was absolutely incredible. Overall the night was amazing. Sadie’s was a great way to come together as a school community outside of the hallways or the classrooms and just have fun with friends.” With great music, dancing, and socializing with friends, Sadie’s ended Spirit Week as a week to remember!
SEASON IN FULL SWING Written by Erin Hall
This year, Bishop Montgomery’s own varsity baseball team is off to a strong start. Senior captains Anthony Trupiano, Dominic Johnson, and Brendan Marafino aim to lead the team to victory this year. With guidance and instruction from head coach Eric Fuller, the Knights are off to a great start. Early on in the season, the varsity team defeated many opponents, such as Palisades, South, and Chadwick with an impressive score of 15-3. With nine wins so far this season, and a 3-0 record in league, the boys are sure to have a successful season. JV baseball has also hosted an exciting season. So far this year, the boys have won five games, defeating teams such as Mary Star, Cantwell, St. Paul, and St. Anthony. Make sure to come and support the Varsity team on their Senior Night! It will take place on May 11th against St. Monica. Bishop’s varsity softball team is also headed for a successful year. The new addition of head coach Gary Ferrin opens up many possibilities for the team this season. After twenty-one years of working as the head softball coach at LMU, and playing many years of softball himself, Ferrin’s advice and expertise have proved
invaluable to the team. Starting in the middle of the year with the new coach, both captains, Andrea Guzman ‘16 and Anniza Fuentes ‘17, hope to lead the Lady Knights to a league victory this season. This season, the girls have reigned victorious in five games, defeating, Hawthorne, Harbor Teacher Prep, and Mary Star, a team who went undefeated in league last season. The girls also beat Serra 17-0 earlier this season! Come and support the team on their Senior Night, May 9th, where the Lady Knights will face off against Pomona Catholic.
Above: Nathan Draves ‘17 hits a single to center field. Below: Jamie Garvey ‘18 throws another strike to end the inning.
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Mascot Change
Written by Matt Alcedo & Johnny Brunac
Just as March turns into April and a new month begins, a change in our mascot seems to be in the works. For almost sixty years Bishop Montgomery had the honor of having a knight as its mascot. From football games to spirit rallies, our Bishop Knight was there with us all and represented both the spirit and characteristics of the student body--honor, respect, and the will to accomplish anything set before them. But this change doesn’t come as a request from Mrs. Libbon, ASB, the student body, or even from divine intervention, but rather a promise made between the school and its founder, Bishop George T. Montgomery. Written on a lost page of George T. Montgomery’s
last will and testament, he asked that in the event that a school should be created in honor of him or all that he has done; that after existing for more than 59 years, the mascot be changed to the leghorn chicken. He claims that the chicken reminded him of his life back in Kentucky and how the chicken was a necessity in his life and shaped much of his childhood. Already there has been disputes amongst the teachers and faculty on whether we should truly comply with George T. Montgomery’s last wishes; many claim that the change would shatter the spirit and pride of the student body, knowing that having as the mascot the longhorn chicken would almost be humiliating.
Others begrudgingly believe that we must follow Montgomery’s will and that even though we may no longer be knights, we must still have honor. Rumors have already been speculated that the school might form a lawsuit against the family of George T. Montgomery in hopes that they might, as being the official will bearers, be able to change the will. Other rumors say that the faculty has asked the Mock Trial Club to take a look at the will and see if they can’t find a loophole in it, given the fact that they are the closest thing we have to lawyers with actual experience. If worse comes to worse and we do end up having a chicken as our school mascot, the faculty already has ideas on how they could reshape the new mascot to fit Bishop Montgomery. Ideas include a chicken dressed up in knight armor, a Mexican wrestling outfit, or even a chicken wearing a
Track field: coming soon
us with better new items. Not only are our kind custodians building a track field, they are also building a stadium for our gymnastics team, Are you tired of walking to West track field will be taking over the an olympic sized pool, and an High School every single day just spot of our beloved Lake Bishop, ice skating rink for our new club. to use their track? Well Atten- (the big dirt hole of nothing right This track will not be made out of tion all Bishop Montgomery track next to our school that floods with polyurethane, but emeralds! Yes, stars, Bishop Montgomery is fi- water when it rains). But don’t that’s right--beautiful green gems. nally getting a track field! Donald worry about the old dirt track, We will receive new hurdles with Trump, the presidential candidate it will be turned into a castle for spikes on top to make sure our and billionaire, has donated one Mrs. Libbon because she truly is hurdlers will make sure to clear million dollars to help our athletes a queen. Although our lake will it and we will have new sprinters! receive the proper training. Our be dearly missed, it will provide Usain Bolt is joining the Bishop Montgomery team and Carmelita Jeter is coming back to celebrate the grand opening of the track field! The grand opening will be taking place on August 37th and there will be more than a hundred food trucks, a carnival, and the best rapper around, Meek Mill will be opening for his fiance Nicki Minaj!! But the best news is not only will the newest edition to our school be used for our enjoyment, the 2068 Olympics will no longer be in Rio de Janeiro, but in our own Above: Sophomore Sonia Kortenkamp marvels at the endless opportunities that the additions of backyard! By the Bishop commua new track and football field can bring to our school and overall Torrance community. nity being so kind as to supplying
Written by Bronte Brewer Photographed by Rebecca Juliffs.
COMICAL LOVE Written and illustrated by Jenna Yu.
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Above: An artist’s rendering of our new mascot, the leghorn chicken. KFC bucket just for the fun of it. Either way, things at Bishop are just going to get a whole lot stranger over next weeks, some might say things are going to get a bit more coo-koo.
us with our own track field, not only will it bring us together for main events such as track meets, but it will also give us the opportunity to meet celebrities such as Perez Hilton and Iggy Azalea. This new area will be seen as the hangout for all kinds of people. We will have many chances to give back to others by walkathons for charity events and marathons since we have to get in shape for summer. With our new field there is no better way than staying in shape and being healthy. There is one more announcement. The snack bar has agreed to stop selling soda, candy, chips, and everything else unhealthy. If you want a drink, buy some Joint Juice or Muscle Milk. If you want a yam, or if you want a meal, there’s a large variety on all different kinds of salads. I know this lifestyle will take some time to get used to and that not all of us will like this new change. So get your spikes and salads and prepare for some big changes at Bishop!
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GTA 5 For Driver’s ed. Written by David Carroll Photographs by Caroline Kim Drivers Ed. revealed last Sunday that they are using the popular videogame Grand Theft Auto 5 to teach people how to drive. Instructors argue that although the popular game of crashing cars into other cars and pedestrians has an infamous reputation, it can be an ideal tool to teach teens driving skills. For instance, the presence of police in the game, along with police radio, can serve as a useful indicator of when the user violates traffic laws. Students first practice in
single-player mode, driving in the suburbs and gradually making their way towards the city. Once they have mastered driving alone, the entire class will join a private server where all of them are told to drive to certain locations. There, students would have to deal with other learning drivers in addition to those controlled by computers. If anyone runs over 50 people and/ or crashes into 25 cars they will fail the class. A maximum of 25 casualties are perfectly acceptable collateral damage and will still allow
Above: The billboard was placed in all major metropolitan areas, but had to be taken down after reports of teen drag racing were released to the public.
Below: The advertisement was marketed to teens through popular online gaming you to obtain a driver’s license. programs like Minecraft and League of Legends. After completing the in-game training, students take their actual driving test at the DMV. This time the maximum casualty rate is 5, meaning that you can’t get your license if you hit more than 5 people. In addition, you will fail your driver’s test if you are arrested. The Drivers Ed. staff assures the BMHS board of antifun that there is no way this new program could go wrong. Drivers Ed. also denied claims that their students were playing the GTA 5 yoga mini game and violent story mode. Mr. Adams and Mr. Hong were sent on a full scale investigation and found that a large por-
tion of the Drivers Ed. class were holding competitions of bumper golf cart instead of focusing on their topic at hand. Shortly afterward, Drivers Ed was forced to revert back to normal curriculum due to student buffoonery. In completely unrelated news, a Bishop student who recently got a driver’s licence flew a motor bike up a ramp and landed in the swimming pool on top of the gym, all while honking its horn and laughing maniacally. In a later interview with the student (who wishes to remain anonymous), the reporter asked how they got their driver’s licence. Their response was, “By playing bumper golf carts!”
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CAMPUS LIFE
The Truth is out there Written by Jackie Pistole & Erin Hall
May 19, 2002: The X-Files finale, “The Truth” finally comes to an end. This show had been a part of American culture in the ‘90s for almost ten years, and on this day, simply ended - or had it? January 24, 2016: After almost fourteen years, the X-Files premieres yet again on FOX Network, sparking up a new Season 10. The X-Files follows the lives of FBI agents Fox Mulder, played by David Duchovny, and Dana Scully, portrayed by Gillian Anderson, who investigate cases regarding the paranormal and unexplained phenomena - most notably, the existence of extraterrestrials. Originally, the FBI assigned Agent Scully to debunk Agent Mulder’s X-Files, but after seeing things that could not possibly be
explained in the realm of science, she decided to continue working with Mulder on the X-Files. Her skeptical scientific viewpoint of the X-Files’ cases offers a balance to Mulder’s far-reaching, open mind. However, this show goes far beyond the conventional detective show. It showcases not only monsters, mutants, aliens, and murders, but also a beautiful and compatible friendship between Mulder and Scully. The existence of aliens comes into question, however, when it seems to be a part of a much larger government conspiracy initiated to conceal an unknown truth. Soon, Mulder and Scully realize that they, and very few other people, are the only ones who they can trust. The highlights of the 2002 X-Files episodes are mostly its
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creative monsters. Many of these monsters possess strange psychic abilities that enable them to do things out of the ordinary. Others have mutations that force them to act in grotesque ways to ensure their own survival. But what really binds all these bizarre creatures together is Mulder and Scully’s determination to discover the truth-the truth regarding these creature’s existence, and even the existence of humanity. These characters hold true to their beliefs even when others dismiss them as eccentric. The X-Files carefully blends the skeptical mind with the openness that there is something out there beyond our earthly understanding. The tenth season follows the same criteria as the first nine seasons. Mulder and Scully reunite after 12 years to continue their work with the paranormal. In their determined pursuit of the truth, one cannot help but won-
der: Is the truth really out there? Fans and critics alike have highly anticipated the arrival of the series, and are excited to view the upcoming season. Thus far, the show has been getting positive, as well as some, mixed reviews from critics. Many reviewers have praised past seasons of the show for their great use of paranormal aliens and monsters in a real-life setting, and say this season is no different. Others think the season was off to a rocky start with the first episode, but find that the show has picked up momentum with later episodes. Despite some mixed reviews from critics, many X-Files fans love the new series, which earns an average review of about 8/10 on major TV review sites like Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic. True X-Files fans are thrilled at the return of their beloved series, and are glad to see Mulder and Scully back on the smallscreen to discover “the Truth.”
Written by Jayden Davis & Bella DeSanto Photographed by Jayden Davis. With the stress that accompanies being a teenager, wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a companion? A perfect solution is to adopt your own perfect, furry buddy from PetSmart in El Segundo. Juniors Bella DeSanto and Jayden Davis volunteer at the local pet shop, where the cats are very happy and friendly. They need to find a loving home and a human they can call their best friend. You can come get a kitten, or even an old-
er cat that still needs love! If you want to make a cat’s life as loving and enjoyable as possible, please contact PetSmart. The cats are always there and ready to play. At the store, you can find playful Eddie, stubborn and loving Othello, and many more that can’t wait to meet you and become the purrfect feline for you and your family. If you prefer dogs or other animals, do not hesitate to visit your local pound or shelter. Every life counts!
A Zootopia!
Written by Natalia Cortes & Alexis Cervantes. Photographed by Jenny Choi
Have you ever wanted to be in a world or city where you can be whatever you dream of being? Zootopia is a bright, well-rounded, diverse movie with its inspirational message and creative plot. The anthropomorphic characters are actual animals that have the mentality and ability of humans. The lead role, Judy Hopps, is a cute little bunny who is able to build up her confidence and not let anyone get in her way of achieving her goals. Not being taken seriously is difficult, but she doesn’t let any of that stop her from earning top honors in her classes. She is determined to become a cop and wants all mammals to be treated equally under the law. She couldn’t have done most of this without the help of her friend, Nick Wilde, who was involved in a case Judy had to solve within 48 hours. He’s a fox, which obviously means he’s a trickster and savage, right? NO! In this movie, not all so-called “predators” are dangerous. Having a
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rough background made it hard to trust the fox, but Judy managed to solve her case and simultaneously help Nick realize who he truly is and what he’s talented at. Zootopia teaches us that we shouldn’t be quick to judge and encourages us to accept those of all shapes, sizes, colors, abilities, and strengths. In the end, you never know where you’ll end up or who you’ll be there with. The movie was a box office hit, earning $75,063,401 during its opening week in the U.S. - a new record for Disney films.
Above: Jayden Davis poses with one of the cats. Left: Two cats wait to be adopted while on a perch in the El Segundo PetSmart. The Knightlife newspaper is published by the Knightlife club of Bishop Montgomery High School, 5430 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503. We hope you enjoyed our April Fool’s issue of Knightlife. The “fake” articles are on pages 2, 3, 6, 7. Please do not contact the administration with complaints about a chicken as our mascot. All Staff nicknames were randomly chosen and do not reflect anything about the individual. Opinions expressed in this paper do not reflect those of Bishop Montgomery High School. Knightlaugh 2015-2016 Board
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Above: Zootopia is a hit. with great animation and characters you can really connect to.