Meghan Cotton 2014 by Renee Burke

Meghan Cotton 2014 Portfolio

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1107 Aruba Drive Orlando, Fl 32806 mccotton0418@gmail.com @Meghan_Cotton meghancotton.wordpress.com MEGHAN COTTON 1107 Aruba Drive Orlando, FL 32806 mccotton0418@gmail.com (407) 459-0385 May 10,2014

RenĂŠe Burke Advisor Hi-Lights Newspaper 1000 East Kaley Orlando, FL 32806 Dear Mrs. Burke: Hi-Lights Newspaper is a publication that demands professionalism, time management and dedication from all of its staffers. To be Editor-In-Chief would require leadership, patience, skills acquired over time and most importantly the drive to create a successful paper. Please accept the accompanying resume for your review and consideration for the position of Editor-In-Chief for hilights Newspaper. As a staffer of the paper for two years, I have written sports stories, feature stories, entertainment stories and an editorial column both in the paper and on the web. I managed the money and checks that advertisers have sent and I communicated with all of them in order to have all ads placed on time. Over two years my Photshop and InDesign skills have developed and I am creating more than I ever thought I would be able to. The newspaper has taken over my life and I have never been more devoted to anything. I would be happy to lead the production of the paper and take on the responsibily of being an editor. If I am given the opportunity, I will rise to the occasion. This learning experience would open doors to pursuing my long-term career goals. Although my resume shows what you need to know about me, I feel that an in-person interview would better demonstrate my abilities and personality. I would appreciate the chance to meet with you at a time that is convenient for you. Thank you for your review and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Respectfully yours,

Meghan Cotton

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1107 Aruba Drive Orlando, Fl 32806 mccotton0418@gmail.com @Meghan_Cotton meghancotton.wordpress.com

OBJECTIVES To lead the production of the hilights newspaper and to improve my writing, editing and design skills. EDUCATION Completed three years at Boone High School. Unweighted GPA: 3.4 Weighted GPA: 4.5 EXPERIENCE Newspaper staff member, Boone High School Aug 2012- present. Researched information to compose news articles, feature stories, sports stories and wrote for an editorial column. Newspaper Business Manager Aug 2013- present. Wrote check receipts for all advertisers, communicated with advertisers and created ads. HONORS AND AWARDS -DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Award given to students K-8 who received all Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on report cards. I was awarded one each quarter for nine years. -TEAM CAPTAIN Cross Country and Tennis team captain at The Christ School for two years. Duties include leading the team in prayer before each match/meet, leading warm ups and work- outs and communicating information from the coach to teammates. -NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY Inducted into the 2011 chapter of the NJHS for leadership, community service and academics. -FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (FCA) 2007-present member. 2010 captain. Organized projects and chapel programs. -NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Inducted into the 2013 chapter of the Boone NHS chapter for leadership, community service and academics. I attended every meeting. -HIGHEST GPA 2013- present. I received the highest GPA award for juniors on the 2013 tennis team. -DISTRICT RUNNER-UP 2013- present. I won the district runner-up for tennis for singles as well as doubles. REFERENCES: Colleen Fimognari (407-227-9550) Lauren Rowe (407-414-8832) John Westmoreland (407-761-4187)

Self-Analytical Evaluation I started journalism freshman year when I had to choose between taking that or ceramics. I enjoyed writing so I thought that I would excel in it. If I had known that it involved so much more, I would not have joined. But I am glad I did. Through the course of this year, I understood the production of the paper much deeper than before. The previous year I just did my work and enjoyed seeing it in the paper. This year, I understand all that goes into in and all the work that editors have to do to get the paper running. I finally understood how much work each detail needed. For instance, I never knew how much work went into the ads and how much behind the scenes there was. But I learned how to write receipts, desing ads and do the financial reports. I put in so much work for a part of the paper that people skim over. Being the business manager was not difficult because of the work that went into it, it was difficult because I had to rely on other people to get ads to me on time. When an advertiser emailed me saying that they were unable to produce an ad, I panicked. But I had to learn to use all my resources to fix the situation and still be able to represent the company in some way; even if that meant learning to use foreign tools on Photoshop to remake an ad. The most valusble thing that being on staff has taught me is that success cannot come without dedication. It is evident that those who do not give their all will not produce the most successful stories. Dedication is not just the drive to complete the story, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s giving up your time to work more or going out of your way to get pictures or an interview. The hardest test of that dedication was when I drove to the YMCA to take pictures for two hours and create a sound slide in a week only to realize that very few appreciate that work. But I am dedicated for myself, and not for others. I am on staff to learn and grow, not to please others. I will use my InDesign and Photoshop skills at my future occupation. I will have the skill set necessary for a professional publication and I will use everything that I have learned the past three years. Having been on staff the year before, I knew that I would be able to give advice to the incoming staffers. I helped some new members how to manage their time wisley to ensure that they would not be late on deadline. Although I was not much of an asset this year, my commitment is there. All of my friends can attest that all I talk about is newspaper. I can never hang out because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m working on my story. I gave up a couple sleepovers to rewrite stories. I am fully dedicated to the paper and I would go out of my way to get stuff done.

Reflection One My most significant work from the newspaper this year is my diving feature story. This story was the most changed of all the work I have done this year. When first assigned the story, I interviewed two divers and attempted to interview a coach. After taking photos and filming one diver for two hours, I had no content on the other diver and completely took her out of the story. The diverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coach still had not responded to me. With only two interviews and a handful of useable photos, I created a layout to fill in the white space. But with two competing photos, I had to make do with only using one. The most challenging part was filling in the white space with four days left in the deadline. The fast facts was not difficult to find thanks to modern technology and the world wide web. The timeline took work because I had to take information from the diver and her mother and piece them together into something the reader could easily follow. The most challenging part was the sound slid. Having never done a sound slide before I knew it was going to be a stressful time for me. The fact that computers do not cooperate with me was an obstacle that I had difficulty getting over. After iMovie failed me, Mrs. Burke introduced me to Audacity, a user friendly program in which sound clips can be editted and cut. Another challenge was getting the pictures in the sound slide to match up with the clips I had cut out. With three sources of secondary coverage, the story is thorough. It was not perfection, but I am proud of the page as well as the sound slide.

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On Saturday, May 3, senior Brandon Reddick took third in the 100-yard dash, 10.77; and third in the 200-yard dash, 21.84. Senior Robert C. Strange placed fourth in the discus, 145-11. Tyler Chapman competed in the 800-meter run, but didn’t finish in the top six.

My first day at Boone, I remember slipping on the stairs and I didn’t really know anybody so it was nice that people picked me up and told me that it’s okay, it’s the first day of school and everybody gets nervous. Jessica Gouw, freshman

Former gymnast makes splash Student finds outlet in diving

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MAKE A SPLASH. Being a former gymnast helps Baker perform this dive which requires flexibility. “They’re similar in the sense that you do flips and have to have good form. But there are differences that make diving a bit difficult for gymnasts at first,” Baker said.

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October 2005 Baker started doing gymnastics

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April 2006 Baker’s first gymnastics championship qualification

By MEGHAN COTTON When athletes get injured, they are expected to recover and return to practice. But when sophomore Morning Baker injured her wrist in gymnastics, it was not gymnastics she returned to after she recovered. Baker began gymnastics when she was 6 years old. For eight years she devoted all her time to the sport. But, when she injured her wrist, she took two months off to recover. Before her wrist was fully healed, Baker’s coach told her not to come back. “Morning had a difficult time when she couldn’t do gymnastics anymore. Going from 30 hours in a gym to nothing was life changing,” mother Marcia Baker said. A friend of Baker’s who was a former gymnast told her that diving was a sport that many ex-gymnasts excelled in, so Baker decided to give it a try. “After gymnastics was over, I honestly felt like I had lost the love of my life. It put me in a long depression that, until I actually got out of my room to dive, made it very hard for me to enjoy anything and even talk to people,” Baker said. With diving occupying her time now, Baker is no longer in that state of depression. Spending eight to nine hours a week at the YMCA Aquatic Center, Baker enjoys her time diving. “[Morning] had a hard time with diving, but now that she is doing the harder dives and has started the dive

July 2012 Wrist injured. Doctor told Baker to take time off to recover

February 2012 Won first all around Sand Dollar Invitational for gymnastics

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July 2012-January Baker could no longer be a part of gymnastics and has not yet begun to dive

tower I can see she is becoming happier and more excited to dive,” Mrs. Baker said. With similar techniques from gymnastics being involved, Baker picked up the sport quickly. Unfortunately, the possible diving injuries are no different than those in gymnastics. “Wrist injuries are very common for divers since your dives are head first, so sometimes I have wrist pain and have to tape it, but I hope it doesn’t come to the point that it did with gymnastics,” Baker said. The hardest thing Baker encountered when learning to dive was the height. Baker’s mom understands the nerves her daughter feels, but she is more comfortable with her platform diving than doing gymnastics. “I was scared at first, but not as much as the balance beam or the uneven bars. Ask me again when she dives 10 meter, I’m sure my opinion will change,” Mrs. Baker said. Jumping off a ten meter platform and free falling 33 feet at 30 mph is something any mother would worry about. But her daughter’s happiness is more important to her. In the future, Baker hopes to get a scholarship for diving and continue to dive through college. “Learning a new sport at 15 takes time. She is doing better every day, learning new dives, for example, three meter, five meter, seven meter and ten meter. She dives for USA diving and hopefully she will go to Nationals. It’s one step at a time, one dive at a time,” Mrs. Baker said.

January Baker begins to dive

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taken off to recover from a wrist injury and to avoid putting pressure on it.

70 percent of gymnasts are commonly affected by wrist related injuries.

15 separate bones in the wrist that are linked by many joints.

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mph is the speed that divers are going when diving off a ten meter platform.

percent of all sport injuries are hand or wrist related.

seehear To see a video of Baker diving, scan this QR code with your smartphone. www.hilights.org

Reflection Two

N9 I would like this sports story to represent me because I believe that it covers the game well and is a thorough description of the game’s events. I enjoy writing sports stories and I hope people enjoy reading them. Girls basketball is a difficult sport to write an intriguing story about. I would to submit this story because I like the angle that I wrote this story around. http://teacherpress.ocps.net/hilights/2013/12/08/girls-win-despite-slow-beginning/

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MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT

Former gymnast makes splash Student finds outlet in diving

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October 2005

2012

2005 Baker started doing gymnastics

Through the years

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April 2006 Baker’s first gymnastics championship qualification

July 2012 Wrist injured. Doctor told Baker to take time off to recover

February 2012 Won first all around Sand Dollar Invitational for gymnastics

2013

weeks should be

taken off to recover from a wrist injury and to avoid putting pressure on it.

70 percent of gymnasts are commonly affected by wrist related injuries.

15 separate bones in the wrist that are linked by many joints.

35.8

mph is the speed that divers are going when diving off a ten meter platform.

percent of all sport injuries are hand or wrist related.

seehear

January Baker begins to dive

July 2012-January Baker could no longer be a part of gymnastics and has not yet begun to dive

#fastfigures

To see a video of Baker diving, scan this QR code with your smartphone. www.hilights.org

I want this sports feature story to represent me because I believe that the story and all of its elements create a well-rounded story. The timeline and the fast facts support the details in the story and even provide information that the story does not include. The sound slide then brings emotion as the athlete narrates a series of photos and videos depicting her life in two minutes. Sports, page 15, May 9, 2014

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#the411 Where: 7500 International Dr.

When: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

How much: $11 - $35 Beverages: fruit punch, soda and Turkish coffee

Extras: good for groups, hookah bar

Online: www. yamasorlando. com

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CHICKEN SOUVLAKI. Grilled chicken served with pita, tzatiziki, tomatoes, onions, lemon potatoes, and side Greek salad ($12).

Tavern offers exquisite diversity FLAMING FOOD. A waiter carries Saganaki ($11) to a table. “The Saganaki was an experience in itself. It was as much a work of art as it was a delicious cheesy appetizer,” senior Elizabeth Gordon said. Sweet and light, Saganaki is like a dessert. The cheese is served as a large pie-shaped slice and can be shared with four or more people. Pita bread is offered for those who are lactose intolerant. photo/MEGHAN COTTON

COFFEE FORTUNES. After drinking Turkish coffee, senior Delanee Bogan listens as Mr. Savas Yildirim reads her fortune. “I’ve never had my fortune told to me before so it was a really unique experience. The fortune telling guy was sweet and I liked my fortune,” Bogan said. Bogan’s fortune told her that she would get what she desired. The cost of the fortune telling is a tip. photo/GABRIELLA FAKHOURY

By MEGHAN COTTON Dimmed lights and ornate decor make Taverna Yamas the ideal place for a romantic dinner for two. However, an outdoor sitting area also supplies the perfect setting for a casual dinner with a group of friends or family. Taverna Yamas, located on International Drive, is not a restaurant where a patron can eat and leave in one hour; but rather a dining experience to enjoy. With Mediterranean music in the background and European flags hanging around the patio, one escapes the American culture to sample genuine Mediterranean culture and cuisine. For hungry guests who cannot wait for the entree, flaming Saganaki ($11), a sweet Kefalotiri cheese, is a fiery appetizer served in a large slice for a group to share. The cheese is light and will be quickly consumed by those who have a sweet tooth. Pita bread and freshly made hummus ($6) is also available for those who are lactose intolerant. The pita is freshly baked and soft. Like the Saganaki, the bread is light. The blend of chickpeas, olive oil and garlic is perfectly mixed. Yamas offers a variety of entrees; from stuffed peppers to chicken fingers for kids under 12. For an additional $5 any kids menu item can be made as an adult meal with a larger portion. Entrees with meat include Mousaka ($15) a creamy dish with layers of potatoes, roasted eggplant and ground beef topped with creamy Bechamel, a white sauce made with butter and flour mixed together then cooked in milk. The eggplant and ground beef contrast the sweet Bechamel sauce to create a delicate balance of flavors. A low-fat option is the stuffed peppers ($15). Stuffed with rice and

fresh herbs. The peppers are full of flavor that will satisfy the palate. One can add beef to the peppers for an additional $4. Adding beef is recommended because it goes well with the rice. It is not as sweet as other dishes but it offers a saltier taste than when no meat is added. With the perfect balance of garlic, feta cheese and butter, the food offers a taste unique to that of Mediterranean cuisine which is traditionally made with freshly picked vegetables and wholesome rices and pastas. After an enjoyable entree, one must try Yamas’ baklava dessert ($6), a layered phyllo dough filled with cloves, cinnamon, honey and chopped nuts. The mix of ingredients creates a sweet and tart mixture of flavor, and is eaten like a piece of cake. Baklava is a filling, rich and absolutely delicious dessert in every bite. Save room for a strong cup of Turkish coffee, a sweet liquid that keeps one awake long enough to finish a weeks worth of AP homework. The small cup of coffee offers more flavor and sweetness than a grande caramel macchiato from Starbucks. Adding a pinch of sugar to the coffee gives it a perfect balance of sweet and bitter. After drinking the coffee, turn the cup over onto the sauser to drain out the left over grounds. One’s detailed fortune will be read by the fortune teller, the same man that brews the coffee at the table with real Turkish coffee beans. Whether one wants a romantic dinner with a partner or a fun outing with friends and family, Taverna Yamas is the ideal place to experience the Mediterranean culinary culture. But be warned, fortune results may not be what one wants to hear. May the odds be ever in your favor.

I would like this restaurant review to represent me because I feel I have done an admirable job in relfecting the restaurant’s atmoshphere and cuisine. Not only does the review contain how the food tastes and how it looks, but it goes in depth when describing the environment and the other aspects of the restaurant that make it unique. The pictures and the captions support the five stars it received. Entertainment, page 17, March 14, 2014

Reflection Three

Looking back on my previous portfolio, I wish I could take it down. I had no idea what I was doing or how to do it. Being business manager has taught me more about the programs we use. I grasp the basics of photshop after designing ads and I understand how InDesign functions better than I did last year. However, I do not know how to create complex designs using InDesign, which explains the simple pattern of this portfolio. The main difference between this year and last year is that the new staffers look to me for answers. They ask the same questions I asked last year, the difference is I know the answers now. I can instruct a new staffer on how to cobb without using a handbook and I can give advice on where to add a drop shadow. A notable difference other than my aquired knowledge is my responsibilites that I have taken on. Having two stories last year was stressful for me. This year I have taken on the responsibility of business manager as well as two stories in each of our print issues. Having two class periods of newspaper certainly helped, but I have learned what needs to be done by what day so that I am not stressed out two days before deadline. I do not notice a difference in my writing, my style has not changed. But in terms of design, I am thinking more complex than the basic layouts, I would just like to learn how to create them. Continuing to be a part of staff have benefitted me more than I could have imagined. Before staff, I never thought journalism was a career option for me. I am excited about what I can learn next year and how I can use those skills in the future.

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Euthanasia Euthanasia relieves suffering

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Laws prevent unecessary deaths

By KALEY GILBERT By MEGHAN COTTON Euthanasia Imagine waking up each day in excruciating pain. Life consists The patient sits down onto the cold, metal table awaiting the should not of nothing but hospital rooms and medications that are not even needle that will end her life for good. be legal healing. Waking up means another day trapped in a life that is no Euthanasia, or assisted suicide, is ending a person’s life by because it longer one’s own. What if there was a way out? would lead to his request or providing him with the instructions and supplies Euthanasia gives people a way out and gives them the freedom to intentionally kill themselves. It is an act of murder and is unnecessary to retake control of their life and end their suffering. Voluntary unethical as well as illegal in the United States. If made legal, deaths and unethical euthanasia is defined as the practice of intentionally ending a life the clear lines between what is right and what is wrong will be medical to relieve pain and suffering through medical assistance; often blurred. practices. referred to as assisted suicide. As of 2009 Euthanasia is legal in Even though an individual may want to end his life, helping Switzerland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Belgium and in the them do so is murder. Murder is defined as “the unlawful U.S., Washington, Oregon, Vermont, and Montana (via court premeditated killing of one human being by another.” No “ifs”, ruling). The laws vary by state, but constants are that the patient “ands” or “buts”, ending a life is murder. Not only is murder is of age, terminally ill, and mentally competent. illegal, but it is morally and ethically wrong. A physician’s professional integrity An issue as controversial as this faces opposition on many levels. One would be at risk if he assisted with ending a patient’s life. Euthanasia and assisted Oregon was the argument is that it is basically legalized murder. Euthanasia does not constitute suicide directly violate the Hippocratic Oath which states, “I will neither give a first state in the as murder because it entails a person requesting it. Murder is an act of senseless deadly drug to any one if asked for it, nor will I make a suggestion to this effect.” U.S. to legalize violence against a person’s will. Euthanasia is in no way senseless. It doesn’t The two main circumstances in which people desire to have their life ended are euthanasia. involve people deciding to end their lives’ on mere whims but as a means to end when an individual is terminally ill or depressed and feels there is nothing left in suffering. The only thing that is senseless is prolonging a person’s life who is life for them. In both situations the individuals are not in a stable mental state and There are 46 states in the in severe and endless pain and wants it to end. In no way do the definitions of are often times depressed. A life of pain may seem hopeless, but modern medicine U.S. where murder and euthanasia coincide. To compare them is comparing two separate and and technology have improved over and doctors strive to make life easier on such euthanasia is unrelated issues. patients. illegal. The Declaration of Independence proclaims the U.S. principle that every Some say that euthanasia should be legal because living with illness and person is entitled to “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.” This principle diseases is too painful. But according to terrisfight.org, “95 percent of cancer pain Euthanasia was is further ensured by the Due Process Clause of the Fifth Amendment which says is controllable and the remaining 5 percent can be reduced to a tolerable level.” legal in Ancient that all citizens rights to life, liberty, and property are to be protected and cannot If made legal, people who are “fixable” would be killed. Taking that life away Greece and be infringed upon by other laws. The U.S. Supreme Court argued that these laws from someone, even if they do not want it, is wrong because the intention is to Rome. are exactly the reason why euthanasia cannot be legal. In providing the right to deliberately kill a human being. The first U.S. life, the government cannot make a law that ends it. However this argument is Individual autonomy is defined as the capacity to be one’s own person and to law outlawing invalid because life is defined by the individual’s terms and what makes life worth live one’s life according to one’s desires. It can be argued whether or not deciding euthanasia living is subjective to the person. In the USSC case Washington v. Glucksberg, the to die falls under individual autonomy. But while everyone possesses personal occurred in 1828 court ruled that the right to assisted suicide was not protected by the Due Process liberty and autonomy, ending a life does not ensure autonomy, it ends it. Ending a New York. Clause but in protecting the right to life, the Constitution protects the right to life also does not ensure personal liberty, because without life, there is no liberty. define life on ones’s own terms. If people who are suffering define ending their With euthanasia being illegal, one criticism that the government receives is The first physical life as their path to happiness the court has no place to deny them the how they can allow people to suffer. But the government is not making people legalization of right to do so. suffer, they are keeping them alive. Laws are meant to prevent abuse and protect euthanasia was There are also religious concerns about euthanasia because many religions view people from unethical doctors. In 1990, 9 percent of all deaths in the Netherlands in 1935 in Nazi Germany. life as a dignified gift and ending it of one’s own accord as a sin. This argument were a result of physician assisted suicide. Doctors in the Netherlands often failed has no real weight in the legality of euthanasia since the U.S. is not a theocracy to diagnose a patient’s mental illness and euthanized them instead of getting them and there is a separation of church and state. Religious concerns have no place proper treatment. In 1997, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that “there is no federal in American laws because America does not have one established religion and constitutional substantive right to assisted suicide.” laws affect citizens who are non-religious. Also, not every religion is against Aside from euthanasia being unlawful and unethical, it also goes against euthanasia. According to the Unitarian Universalist Association Church, “human religion and philosophies. One of Ten Commandments states, “Thou shalt not life has inherent dignity which may be compromised when life is extended beyond murder.” This rule covers euthanasia as well as assisted suicide. The Koran states, the will or ability of a person to sustain the dignity.” In other words a person’s “Do not take life which God has made sacred except in the course of Justice.” dignity of life is compromised when it is prolonged against his or her will. In other words, one must do everything in their power to save one’s life and The worth of a person’s life is defined by the individual, not the no one has the right to determine to end his own or another’s life. An illustration credit/MEGHAN COTTON government. If suffering patients deem their lives’ no longer worth living individual must not directly intend to cause neither his own death nor the then the government has no place to force them to prolong their pain. death of another even if it was their request. Euthanasia allows patients the freedom to end their suffering with dignity, regardless Humans were given one life. Taking that away is murder and it deprives an of what others define as still worth living. individual of their one and only chance at living.

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Euthanasia should be legal because it would give terminally ill patients the freedom to relieve their suffering.

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Teammates inspire success Varsity team’s bonding brings victories By MEGHAN COTTON Practicing skill, endurance and accuracy, the girls’ basketball team also improves their game by working on how they interact as a whole. Throughout the month of June, the team practiced together everyday for two hours. They competed in a league against other teams, practicing new skills as well as bonding with each other. “We played in a summer league to start getting used to playing as a new team,” senior Kendall Byerly said. Over the summer and throughout the season, the team has gotten to know one another. Every morning, before school, the team gathers together and prays about the day ahead of them. “Working together as a team is more important than individual success,” Byerly said. After games, the team discusses what they did well during the game and how they could improve. “We all listen to each other and we don’t get upset when we do something wrong,” sophomore Sadie Desroches said. The team’s biggest competition

is Dr. Phillips, whom they hope to beat using their team’s camaraderie and skill. Coach Jerry Williams wishes to take home a win from the state championship in February. “We play as a team better than anyone else, [but] we need to talk more on defense to communicate and be louder,” freshman Angeni Worley said. Aside from communication being the team’s weakness, the coach hopes the team’s strength, their youth, will not become a weakness. “Becoming over-confident in their abilities as a team [is my main concern]. I don’t want them to lose focus,” Coach Williams said. The girls strive to contribute to the team and use their talents to bring success. Worley wants to help the team as much as she can by using her shooting skills to get more points. “I hope I can advance my skills and learn more about the game of basketball,” Worley said. Coach Williams expresses that he wishes that the competition among the teammates will create a stronger team. “You have to stay in some kind of competitive mode to continue to grow as a player,” Williams said. Learning to work together as a team

to be successful is a skill that the girls will bring with them to their future basketball careers. Even though the team’s only senior, Byerly, does not wish to continue with basketball in college, she learned a valuable lesson from playing on her high school team. “It’s helped me grow as a person. It’s taught me to work with other people to achieve a goal,” Byerly said. Being on the team has also showed some of the girls where they want to go with basketball. When Desroches was seven years old, her father informed her that she was dribbling a basketball incorrectly and decided to train her. Now she wants to play college ball at the University of Central Florida and hopefully play in the Women’s National Basketball Association. Being on the team teaches the players skills and techniques to improve their game. But they also learn how to work together, a skill that can be incorporated into all parts of life. “That hard work and total commitment will pay off in the end,” Coach Williams said. The team is 4-3 with 12 games left to go in the season. Their next game is against Timber Creek on Tuesday Dec. 17, away at 7:30 p.m.

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KEEP AWAY. Looking for a pass, junior Carlyn Attaway keeps the ball away from the defense. “[When I have the ball] I try to decide what the best move would be that would benefit my team as a whole,” Attaway said. The team is 4-4 with 12 games left in the season.

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When: Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

How much: $11 - $35 Beverages: fruit punch, soda and Turkish coffee

Extras: good for groups, hookah bar

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CHICKEN SOUVLAKI. Grilled chicken served with pita, tzatiziki, tomatoes, onions, lemon potatoes, and side Greek salad ($12).

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MOST MEMORABLE TEACHER

Learn how to wisely manage time. Procrastination is your worst enemy not just in high school, but in life. Daniela Gomez

Mrs. Gonzalez because she told me the person I look up to the most should be the person I am in the future. Naisha Remekie

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Students enlist in military to fulfill goals By MEGHAN COTTON Training in the hot sun is just a way to stay in shape for students, but for seniors going into the military, it is preparing them for their careers. The Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps is a federal program sponsored by the Armed Forces in high schools across the United States. Originally created as part of the National Defense Act of 1916, it was later expanded under the 1964 ROTC Vitalization Act. First Sergeant Gustavus Wilson and Commander Craig Rouhier teach students the core values of honor, courage and commitment. “[The program] put me way ahead of the competition. They give you the knowledge you need to succeed,” senior Wesley Rodriguez said. Rodriguez will attend the Marine ROTC program at Savannah State University. After finishing four years of school, he will have a five-year contract with the Marine Corps. “I picked the Marine Corps because I felt like it would be the best way to give back to my country. It will also be a challenge,” Rodriguez said. Unlike Rodriguez, senior Mariah Brown is enlisting in the Navy once she graduates high school. Brown is following this path because the government will pay 100 percent of tuition and give her the benefits an enlisted Navy sailor receives including: free medical and dental insurance and a paycheck. She will attend a school of her choice after she has completed the

mandatory basic training. “I hope my experience involves meeting the indigenous people in the countries we visit and learning their culture. I hope there is never a dull day. I hope I get to do some crazy awesome stuff that most people only dream of,” Brown said. Brown is not the only student joining the military to pay for school. Senior Marie Gilles is enlisting in the Army so she can pay for law school. The Army guarantees a full ride to wherever Gilles is stationed. With an uncle and a brother in the Army, Gilles wanted to continue the family tradition, but her family did not support her at first. “My mom didn’t talk to me for two weeks because she didn’t want me to join,” Gilles said. Gilles expressed some nerves about going into the Army when she confessed that she did not think she was mentally prepared for boot camp, explaining how she is easily annoyed. Despite the nerves and the worries, all three seniors eagerly await the adventure to come. Having gone through this experience before, Commander Rouhier explains how a high school environment differs greatly from the more disciplined and orderly military environment. As a Naval Deviance instructor and former Naval aviator, Commander Rouhier feels he has prepared these students for what they will face in the real world based on his personal knowledge and experience of the military and the training involved. “The military is an equal playing field. No one gives you anything. You earn it all by yourself. Always lead from the front,” Rouhier said, regarding his advice to the young cadets.

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FIREMAN RACE. In ROTC physical training, senior Wesley Rodriguez carries freshman Jacob Decant on his shoulder fireman style. “You need to be in top physical shape. You always have to be training. There’s no room for rest,” Rodriguez said. Physical training was not mandatory, but Rodriquez attended regularly.

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Branch of Military: Marine Corps ROTC.

Reason for choosing branch: Received a scholarship for enrolling in program.

Desired occupation: Tank Commander

Wesley Rodriguez Branch of Military: Army Reason for choosing branch: Continue family tradition.

Desired Occupation: Chaplain Assistant

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ATTENTION. Standing at attention, sophomore Kenny Perez and senior Mariah Brown wait to be inspected. “ROTC has prepared me as far as the Navy knowledge is concerned. It has also taught me leadership qualities that are good to have,” Brown said. April 22 was the last day ROTC students were required to dress out before returning the uniforms.

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Former gymnast makes splash Student finds outlet in diving

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2005

October 2005 Baker started doing gymnastics

Through the years

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April 2006 Baker’s first gymnastics championship qualification

July 2012 Wrist injured. Doctor told Baker to take time off to recover

February 2012 Won first all around Sand Dollar Invitational for gymnastics

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July 2012-January Baker could no longer be a part of gymnastics and has not yet begun to dive

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Families can enjoy the festivities that fall has to offer

Ghosts in the Graveyard Ingredients: 15 Oreo Cookies (no filling) 3 cups of cold milk 2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages of instant pudding mix 1 (8 ounce) container of Cool Whip

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Milano Cookies Candy Corn Gummy Worms Icing (Orange, red and brown work best)

By MEGHAN COTTON With fall here and pumpkins filling the shelves, it is that time of year for the fall festivities to bring families together. For a holiday that celebrates dressing up and collecting candy, the preparation

that goes into it can be fun for the whole family, even the ones who are “too old” to go trick or treating. Pumpkin carving, ghost story telling at Harry P. Leu Gardens and ghostly treats are three ways that families can get together and have fun. Whether events are family friendly or meant for a thrill, there are fun ways to enjoy the haunting holiday.

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The Lego Movie, rated PG, starring Channing Tatum, Morgan Freeman and Elizabeth Banks.

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Registration deadline for the March 8, ACT exam.

Panic at the Disco concert at House of Blues. Tickets sold out. Doors open at 6 p.m.

10 Blood Drive, must pre-register with senior class.

Winter’s Tale, rated PG-13, with Colin Farrell, Jessica Brown Findlay and Russell Crowe.

L.O.R.D. by A$AP Mob releases.

5 Boy’s lacrosse team plays Colonial at 7 p.m.

15 Reservation Run starts at 7:30 a.m. The cost is $15 for students and $20 for adults. Sign up forms are located in the front office and online at booneathletics.ocps.net.

Mar. 1

Welcome to Yesterday, starring Katie Garfield, Sir Maejor and Ginny Gardner.

The Son of God, rated PG-13, with Diogo Morgado, Roma Downey and Amber Rose Revah.

Austin Mahone concert at Universal’s Hard Rock Cafe. Tickets are $29.50 for general admission (standing room only). Doors open at 6 p.m.

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Girls water polo plays Colonial at 6 p.m.

ScHoolboy Q’s new album Oxymoron releases. Raekwon and Odd Future’s Tyler, The Creator will make an appearance on the LP.

Robocop , rated PG-13, starring Joel Kinnaman and Gary Oldman.

HBO series, Game of Thrones, season 3 on DVD.

No School President’s Day

11 Ender’s Game released on DVD starring Harrison Ford and Abigail Breslin, rated PG-13.

6 The Love Club by Lorde releases in EP format.

Mastermind by Rick Ross releases.

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8 Don’t forget! Next Saturday is Green Up Boone. Come and help beautify the campus.

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Bears, humans collide

On March 4, bear lovers convened at Markham Woods Road Church in an attempt to educate the public on the increase in bear-human conflicts. According to the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, Central Florida neighborhoods had 6,700 human-bear encounters in 2013. At the meeting, bear lovers advised people to secure their trash cans and not leave food for pets outside.

Azalea Park mural to be repainted

Two New York City artists, Hector Nazario and Earl Hugo, will repaint the Clemente mural in Azaela Park on March 15. The graffiti-muralists will paint an image of a Puerto Rican player who died in 1972, on his way to deliver aid to victims of a Nicaragua earthquake. The Orange County Regional History Center will offer free food, entertainment and family activities the day of the event.

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1. KICK IT IN. At the sixth annual Reservation Run on Saturday, Feb. 15, junior Claire Collins strides to the finish line. “I felt proud to represent all my fellow ballerinas,” Collins said. BHSAA gave back close to $15,000 to clubs and sport teams. 2. SUCCESS. Posing with Principal Dr. Margaret McMillen and Congressman Daniel Webster, senior Brandon Rodriguez received an appointment to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy. “I’m very thankful to have received the appointment and to have met [Webster] in person,” Rodriguez said. He hopes to go into the navy and become an aviator. 3. DANCE DANCE. At the Polyester Paradise dance on March 1, senior Karolyne Gonzalez dances with Assistant Principal Carlotta Iglesias. “It was my first time going [to Polyester]. I felt like I was back in the 70’s seeing everyone dressed up,” Gonzalez said. The two were dancing the Spanish dances of the Bachata and the Salsa.

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Governor says Florida is thriving In Tallahassee, on March 4, Florida Governor Rick Scott spoke at his State of the State address. Among the subjects he touched on were tax cuts, job creation and “tackling the hardships that Florida families face.” During his 30-minute speech, Scott celebrated the increase in career opportunities and improvement of home values.

Sky diver, pilot crash

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On March 8, pilot and WWII veteran Sharon Trembley, 87, was flying at the South Lakeland Airport in Mulberry. His private Cessna tangled with a skydiver’s parachute at 75 feet. Gainesville skydiver John Frost catapulted to the ground and Trembley nose-dived resulting in a trip to the hospital. According to Polk County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Carrie Eleazer, neither had serious injuries.

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WWII veteran dies at 90

World War II veteran William “Wild Bill” Guarnere, 90, died at Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. His exploits were portrayed dramatically in the mini TV series “Band of Brothers.” After being wounded during the Battle of the Bulge, Guarnere received a Silver Star two Bronze Stars and two Purple Hearts.

Day-long party ends in 70 arrests

The University of Massachusetts held a pre-St. Patrick’s Day celebration that ended with more than 70 arrests and four officers injured. The day-long celebration that is traditionally held before spring break had accounts of violence, fights, sexual assaults and highly intoxicated college students. UMASS’s spokesman Ed Blaguszewski said arrested students will be reviewed under the university’s code of conduct.

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[ from, page 1 lower than the national average. Nineteen percent of Florida students scored “college ready” in 2013, up from 18 percent in 2012. This is compared to a national average of 26 percent of “college ready” students. Despite these figures, senior Pedro Jimenez reports that his experience with the ACT was a positive one. “You had to study, but not too much. The ACT was a lot of common sense based questions,” Jimenez said. Jimenez checked out a study book from the school library to help him prepare for both the SAT and ACT but says he wishes he had studied longer than he had. Alicia, who made a 1575, wishes she had studied longer too and has made changes to the way she studies for when she retakes the SAT on Oct. 5. “I have a study book and there are websites that I use. Now I am taking a prep class with Ms. Liebman,” Alicea said. A computer based, self paced course, taught by Stacy Liebman and Cheryl Race is offered on campus. This course targets a student’s weaknesses and provides him with the resources to target that area.

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[SAT and ACT participation has increased] because college enrollment is up and [these are] a stepping stone into college. Stacy Liebman, prep course instructor

recent years, Florida has also stepped up participation on both tests. Seventyfour percent of the class of 2013 took the ACT, making it the preferred test for students. Participation on the SAT is slightly down from 2011, however, it has increased rapidly over the last decade with two out of every three high school students taking the exam. “[I think the reason for increased participation on the ACT and SAT] is because college enrollment is up and [these are] a stepping stone into college. A second reason is because students are allowed to replace a low FCAT score with an equivalent passing score on the SAT,” Liebman said. Liebman believes this increased participation is a positive thing. The next SAT on campus is Oct. 5 and the next ACT on campus is Oct. 26.

“If [students] take the program the way it was intended, it helps them know what questions look like for the test,” Liebman said. Sophomore Sydney Van Hook is taking a prep course every Saturday at the United Methodist Church, which she believes will help improve her scores. “They help me find little tips and tricks, like when to leave an answer blank. I really like it,” Van Hook said. Courses and study tips such as these may be the cause of increased scores and may contribute to higher scores on a national level in the future. Liebman also believes that although students can improve their scores a few points through these courses, students must prepare in additional ways. Collegeboard.org suggests that students first identify their weaknesses and strengths and work to target these. Next, it suggests that a student practices a little each day. One can sign up to receive SAT questions daily through collegeboard.org. ACT questions are available daily on actstudent.com. It is recommended that a student get familiar with the questions through practice questions offered on Collegeboard.org and actstudent.com. Taking these courses as well as following study tips can contribute to the high scores both in Florida and on a national level in the future. In addition to higher scores in

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Florida bans texting while driving

Starting Oct. 1, texting while driving is illegal. The first offense results in a $30 fine plus court costs. The second offense increases to $60. Drivers are allowed to text when stopped in traffic or at a traffic light.

Affordable Care Act begins

As of Oct. 1, families can sign up for health insurance. Beginning in January, uninsured adults will be fined $95; this penalty will increase with time. By 2016, fines will increase to $695 per adult, or 2.5 percent of one’s income, whichever is greater.

To take practice tests and view additional study tips, scan with your smartphone. photo/MCTCAMPUS

Government shutdown

Congress failed to approve a spending bill by midnight on Sept. 30, therefore, the government is experiencing a temporary shut down. The proposal discussed raising the debt ceiling and later republican house representatives added in the delay of the Affordable Care Act. Senate rejected the proposal of delaying Obama Care with a 54-46 vote.

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Winnie Palmer celebrates

Hridaya Raj is the 100,000 baby to be born at Winnie Palmer. On Sept. 19 at 1:52 p.m., weighing 7 pounds, 8 ounes, the hospital celebrated delivering the 100,000 baby after opening in May 2006.

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Bullying causes teen to commit suicide

Excessive bullying from more than a dozen students led a 12-year-old girl from Florida to commit suicide on Sept. 12. Investigators say students caught cyber bullying the girl can be charged with a felony of cyber stalking.

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ROSE SALES

Tickets can be purchased online, and by cash or check during both lunches Oct. 9-23. To buy tickets one must have cleared obligations and a 2.0 GPA. Homecoming is Nov. 2, from 7:30-11 p.m. in the gym.

Student’s can purchase roses for that special someone or friend Oct. 14-25. Roses are two for $3 and can be purchased during both lunches.

Types of Longboards

How to make a longboard, step-by-step Step 1 Attach two 1 by 4 planks together with wood glue. Step 2 Place it on a rig for balance and to create an arc. Step 3 Using the same glue, get another piece of wood with the same dimensions and glue it together for a day. Step 4 When the planks are stuck together, sketch and cut a shape. Step 5 Customize it with paint and apply a coating of polyurethane about six times. Step 6 Drill four holes at each end of the board and apply grip tape. Step 7 Add trucks and wheels.

Slalom Slalom boards are used for competitive skating because they Specialize in speed and precision. Cruise Cruisers are the most popular kind of longboard because it is not focused on speed. Its weight is evenly distributed for a greater balance.

Boardwalking Boardwalking boards are for mainly freestyle purposes. They have a concave center and vary from 40 to 60 inches in length.

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Sophomore follows in father’s footsteps By NATALIE DISLA Instead of solely riding longboards, sophomore Jason Hock also spends his time making them. It all began when Jason’s father, Joe Hock, brought home an engineering magazine from Washington, D.C., containing an article about making skateboards. That aroused his curiosity. “Nobody taught me. I just kind of read the article and went off what it said,” Jason said. Hock started making longboards at the age of 11 in the summer of 2010. “It was slow going learning the process. [He] made a few mistakes and learned the words to all the Green Day songs,” Mr. Hock said.

The average longboard takes one to two months long to create. Supplies cost $120 per board. In total, Jason has 10 longboards. He personalizes them by shaping and painting them differently. His favorite is one he created in one month to appear as a shark, with the front of the longboard looking realistic and the back looking like the skeleton of a shark. “[It’s] just a pastime. Just to have fun making them,” Jason said. Once Jason has the materials: two one by four foot planks, wood glue, paint, a polyurethane coating, grip tape, and four wheels, there are eight steps to making a longboard. “[After I finish making a longboard I feel] satisfied. I feel like all my hard work paid off,” Jason said. Mr. Hock helps Jason glue the boards together and cut them. He is the director at a technology company

and also hopes to become a longboard designer in the future. He specially designed and created a longboard for himself to ride with Jason. “[I can longboard] a little. Jason is much better. I can go straight and sometimes turn without jumping off,” Mr. Hock said. His favorite longboard is one Jason made that is shaped like a Tootsie Roll. If Jason ever decided to sell one of his longboards he would ask for approximately $140. A year prior to creating longboards, Jason learned how to ride one. At first, he had difficulties and fell off a few times before getting the hang of it. “[When I ride I feel] open, like I can ride forever,” Hock said.

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HOMECOMING WEEK EVENTS

The dress-up days for homecoming week are as follows: Monday Oct. 28: America, Tuesday Oct. 29: Pop culture, Wednesday Oct. 30: Favorite Food, Thursday Oct. 31: Walking Dead, Friday Nov. 1: Crazy Orange and White.

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Tuesday Oct. 29: Powder Puff football game, Thursday Oct. 31: Braves Brawl and Bonfire, Friday Nov. 1: Homecoming parade and football game, Saturday Nov. 2: Homecoming dance

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Personal Records: 17:13.91 Pre-race tunes: Kendrick Lamar and inspirational audio books by Eric Thomas. Favorite pre-race meal: Salmon, green beans. noodles and Swedish Fish.

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Personal Records: 21:33.91 Pre-race tunes: “Dominator” by Human

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Personal Records: 25:04.40 Pre-race tunes: “Hall of Fame” by The Script. Favorite pre-race meal: Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich.

Teams meet coach’s expectations Cross country runners bond over bus rides, practices By LIZZY GORDON Whether they are running at practice or singing along to the Back Street Boys on the ride home from a meet, the cross country team is always bonding. “We bond most when practice is cancelled because the seniors still choose to run and we encourage the younger guys to come,” senior Tyler Chapman said. Each meet is about two hours away. Combine the time spent on bus rides to and from races, team meetings on Wednesdays and daily practices and one can see why such a team is closely-knit. “The general atmosphere of the bus rides is more laid back [than years past,]” Chapman said. Starting the season strong, the boys placed

second and girls placed fifth at the Ted Benz Invitational on Aug. 23. “The team is meeting my expectations. We had a great summer and they are keeping up the momentum,” girls coach Darcy Jeffers said. On Sept. 14, the boys proceeded to place 17 out of 61 teams at the Mountain Dew Invitational. The top runners for boys include seniors Burkhardt Helfrich and Chapman, and juniors Ryan Harding and Jared Hines. “As I inch towards the finish line my body wants to slow down, but my mind reminds myself to keep pushing on. I tell myself that once I pass the line I am allowed to fall,” junior Jared Hines said. Helfrich placed first, 17:18, at the Embry Riddle Cross Country Classic on Sept. 21. Chapman followed in eighth place, 17:52.55. The leaders of the girls team include senior Alexandria Meneses, and juniors Cassidy

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Malott, Claire Collins and Mary Burkett. “I am very determined and competitive. I perform better in races than I do at practices,” Malott said. “I started off with the same pace I started with last year. [But] I have cut my time by a minute and a half.” The boys are currently enduring a sixweek training block. Their goal is to compete

in districts and place among the top five teams so that they can continue into regionals. “Running is a metaphor for life. In distance running there is no short cut to success. We work as a team to meet a common goal,” boys coach John Hines said. The girl’s hit a bump in the road at the Holloway Invite on Aug. 30. They arrived late because the bus driver got lost. Consequently, the varsity team had to run in the JV race. The girls earned a perfect score of 15, placing first. “I felt bad running in the JV race because we had an unfair advantage,” Malott said. On Sept. 7, the girls placed 21st at Katie Capals Invitational. The boys place 16 out of 38 on Sept. 28, at the FL Runners Invitational. Both teams will compete at the Mt. Dora Bible Invitational on Oct. 5, in Mount Dora at 8:05 a.m. Then, on Oct. 19, Metros take place in Christmas, Florida at 8 a.m.

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423 kills this season. Junior Oakley Attaway, senior Kaley Knapp, senior Jenna Layton and junior Gretchen Chevalier are the leaders in kills.

Although a new team, the girls learn to win By TOMMY MCDONALD With only one returning starter, the girls volleyball team quickly reorganized this predicament and matured after an influx of new starters. Since the team has so many new players, they are all working extra hard in practice to improve, according to junior Oakley Attaway. With Attaway being the returning starter, the team has a completely new feel. “The whole team is new. We went from a lot of experienced players to players still learning how to play on the varsity level,” senior Jenna Layton said. “[We have] a really good dynamic and energy [because] we play together, and that really helps us during the game.” The team sticks together well and shares a bond, but they have trouble blocking and keeping their spirits up when they are down, according to Attaway. Another challenge for the team is choking when within range of match point. Freshman Nicole Lakman is one of the new players on the team. Although a freshman, she felt comfortable coming into the season because she knew most of the team. Her sister, Brianna Lakman, was on the team last year. “We are adjusting well and doing better than I had expected. When we are on the court and down a few points, we assemble and motivate each other to work harder,” Lakman said. On Sept. 10, the team defeated Dr. Phillips who eliminated them in last season’s regional semifinal. For the team, this early, unexpected win showed how they could beat teams that stopped last year’s team on the road to states. Winter Park remains on the schedule as the next big competition. “[Winter Park has] always been a rival. They don’t expect much from us, but I think we will give them a run for their money,” Layton said. The girls already have high expectations for a rebuilding season. According to Attaway, the girls want to get all the way to states. “We all share the same goals. If we work hard it’s possible to win states. If you work hard at practice that

121 aces served this season.

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total blocks. Junior Gretchen Chevalier, senior Jenna Layton, sophomore Sarah Chapman and senior Kaley Knapp are leaders in total blocks.

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digs by the team this season. Senior Taylor Kasper, junior Oakley Attaway, junior Neysha Gonzalez, sophomore Morgan Smith and freshman Nicole Lakman lead dig totals.

11-7 season record. Beating Dr. Phillips 3-1 was an early season upset. FOCUS. In a match against Dr. Phillips, junior Oakley Attaway serves in the third set. “Dr. Phillips kicked us out of regionals [last year], and we wanted revenge,” junior Oakley Attaway said. Attaway has 190 kills this season.

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ßquestionanswer Taylor Kasper, senior Why do you wear a different color from the rest of the team? [Because] I’m libero. What does being libero mean? It’s a special type of defensive specialist. Basically, I go back row for both middles. It’s supposed to be [played by] the best passer on the team. It’s nice to be playing the position I want to play. How is being Libero on varsity? I personally like being Libero. It makes me feel like I have a really important job on the team so I work harder. How do you feel about being 6-1 in the regular season? I definitely didn’t expect it. It’s a confidence booster that we’re doing so well. Is there anything different about the team that you were not expecting? I didn’t think we were going to do well because we lost so many seniors. All the hitters have stepped up and worked really hard.

momentum will transfer into games on court,” Lakman said. The team will start its journey to states on Oct. 22, in the District semifinals. Coach Mike Ladewski feels the team will have an easy time winning districts because of the weak opponents in it. They are currently 2-0 in their distrcit. After districts, team will compete in regionals where their season ended last year. Until then they will be practicing and improving plays and consistency. “[The time and practice] will give us an opportunity to improve between now and the end of the season. We play simple, but it doesn’t mean we can’t play at a high level,” Ladewski said. The team plays Lake Highland tonight at their gym at 7 p.m.

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On Nov. 6, two players from both the girls and boys bowling team with the highest scores for the season will compete in the state championship at Boardwalk Bowl at 8 a.m.

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Boys highest score of the season.

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8-7 Boys record for the season

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FOCUS. Throwing the ball, senior Erin Dudley aims to get a strike. “[My goal for this year is] to keep my bowling average high and possibly break 200,” Dudley said. Dudley has been playing on varsity for three years and her highest score for the year is a 183.

Girls’ unity motivates team By DELANEE BOGAN Despite the score on the screen, the girls’ team is always cheering for one another and keeping positive attitudes. “We’re not that strong of bowlers but we always try our best,” senior Kari Simmons said. Simmons and senior Erin Dudley are the top players on the girls’ team, according to head coach Daniel Tringali. Dudley’s highest score for the season is 183 and Simmons is 143. Both are aiming for higher scores. “The girls have struggled against most teams, some individuals excelled more than others but we are improving by facing tough teams,” Tringali said. During practice, the team works on fundamentals, their approach and release. Tringali stresses the importance of being consistent with their form rather than worrying about their score during practice. The girls’ record for the season is 5-9. On Oct. 15, the team defeated Lake Highland Preparatory, 1750-1678. This was their fifth victory as well as their highest number of pins. In addition to the victory against LHP, they also defeated Oak Ridge 1705-1379. They won by 326 pins, which is their highest margin of the season. After their winning streak against Dr. Phillips on Sept. 26 1699-1670, Olympia on Oct. 9 1665-1602, and LHP, the girls lost to Cypress Creek on Oct. 16. “The girls’ team’s greatest strengths are their togetherness; their unity within the team. Even though record-wise we are having a tough year, they start new games with a positive attitude,” Tringali said. The next game is the FHSAA State Championship, Nov. 6 at Boardwalk Bowl at 8 a.m.

Girls record for the season

258 Highest boys individual score by Daniel Cabrera

257 Second Highest boys individual score by Timothy Kaiser

183 Highest individual girls score by Erin Dudley

143 Second highest individual score by Kari Simmons

STRIKE. Ready to bowl, senior Daniel Cabrera aims at the pins. “Making states has been my goal since I started bowling. Only two bowlers get to go and I need to become more consistent [to be able to go],” Cabrera said. Cabrera’s best score is 258.

Boys strike out competition By DELANEE BOGAN Starting the season strong with three consecutive wins, the boys team totals high numbers of pins per game. The top players on the team are sophomore Timothy Kaiser and seniors Daniel Cabrera and Paul Perrault. “We all have each other’s back. If someone is struggling we give them advice and if someone is bowling well we cheer for each other,” Kaiser said. Another ways Kaiser and Cabrera contribute to the team is by providing tips on how the ball is reacting to the lane. By sharing the lane’s reactions, they have a general idea of how sharp the ball will curve. This helps them figure out where to stand on the approach and where to aim on the lane. Practicing and encouraging each other as well as providing tips on lane reactions is one of the reasons they are 8-7. On Oct. 9, the boys defeated Olympia at World Bowl, 2498-2402. This is their highest total number of pins. The boys had three consecutive wins similar to the beginning of the season against Lake Nona, Timber Creek and Oak Ridge. They defeated Colonial, 2454-2174; Freedom, 2434-193; and Edgewater, 1903-1781, but lost to Dr. Phillips, 2430-2583 on Sept. 26. The most recent defeat was on Oct. 16 against Winter Park at Aloma Bowl 1843-1865. “The greatest strength for the boys is their consistency and depth, we might not bowl great every time but we never bowl poorly,” Tringali said. Kaiser’s top score of the season is 257, and Cabrera’s top score is 258. Both are aiming to get a 300. The next game is the FHSAA State Championship, Nov. 6 at Boardwalk Bowl at 8 a.m.

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HOLD IT. Ready to start her routine, freshman Lillian Rexford practices holding her foot while skating.

ICE ICE BABY. Preparing to do her spin, Rexford begins to skate to gain momentum for a jump and spin.

SPIN IT. Rexford extends the leg she will use to rotate herself.

Freshman overcomes icy obstacles Athlete sets personal goals for the future By DELANEE BOGAN Hearing her que at the 2013 Sunshine State games, freshman Lillian Rexford hit the ice, and began her routine. Suddenly she felt a sharp pain and blood dripping down her hand. She hit her hand on the blade on her ice skates in the middle of her routine. She got 13th place out of 16 other competitors. Rexford didn’t let this one competition phase her. “I told myself it was just a competition. I used it as a learning experience and moved forward,” Rexford said. After attending a friend’s ice skating party 6 years ago, Rexford began taking lessons. Rexford now skates for the Central Florida Figure skating club. Rexford participated in other sports like ballet before ice skating, but was not as passionate about them. “I was excited that she had found something she loved,” Christina Rexford, mother, said. In ice skating there are different levels of difficulties; pre-preliminary, preliminary, pre-juvenile, juvenile, intermediate, novice, junior, and senior. After starting at 8 years old, Rexford found herself trying to catch up to

skaters her age. Most skaters her age were in higher levels of ice skating because they had years of experience. “I always told myself to just be myself and didn’t let it affect me seeing other people ahead. Now, I’ve passed some of the girls and am at the same level as most girls,” L. Rexford said. In one year, Rexford skipped three levels and got into the intermediate level. Rexford’s coach, Jill Pitman, said that she has never seen an ice skater do this before; that it unprecedented. “I was impressed and proud of myself. [Since] I skipped three levels I had to work hard to get where I am now,” L. Rexford said. Before skipping levels, Rexford spent most of her summer in 2012 at the Maitland RDV Sportsplex center. She practiced Monday through Friday throughout the summer. In a regular practice, Rexford works on footwork for her routine by going over moves and turns as well as her jumps and spins. She walks through her routine and at the end of practice she ties everything together with her routine music. During the summer and when she skipped three levels, Rexford also took a fitness class and skating power class to keep improving. The fitness class was not on the ice, and it focused on strength and

endurance. The skating power class increased her speed and skating skills. During the school year, Rexford doesn’t have time to take extra classes, but still practices 10-12 hours a week and works out at home. “When I skate I feel like I am all by myself; I feel strong and powerful; like I can fly,” L. Rexford said. Rexford hasn’t won any awards in her group since she has moved up to the intermediate level. “It gets tiring seeing the same people place. I think of how they feel when I see them winning. I know if I skate hard I can get to that level,” L. Rexford said. Rexford competed in the 2013 South Atlantic Regional Figure Skating Championship in North Carolina and did not qualify for nationals. She also attended the 2013 National U.S. Figure Skater Components Camp in South Carolina. At this camp Rexford practiced her skating skills. This past April, she got 9th out of 13 in the 27 annual Florida Championship. “The best part about competitions is proving to everyone what I can do,” Rexford said. Rexford is determined to keep improving and advancing in skating. “I want to go to nationals. You have to win regionals and place in sectionals. I hope to make it there in a few years,” Rexford said.

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Surfer shreds waves after attack Senior does not let injuries effect passion By GABRIELLA FAKhOURy Gliding on a wave towards the shore, senior Nicholas Brown jumps off his board instantly feeling a sharp pain in his foot. He soon discovers he has stepped into the mouth of an ankle biter shark last November. “The only thing that was running through my mind was it better not come back,” Brown said. Keeping his cool, Brown remained calm as he swam back to shore with detached toes to get assistance from a lifeguard. At the hospital Brown was able to call his mother. “It was a Sunday and I was home relaxing. Nick called me and told me not to be mad but he was just bit by a shark. I was worried and scared but he was calm on the phone. I then went to the hospital he was taken to in Sebastian,” Julie Brown, mother, said. At the hospital, the doctors had to reattach his mangled toes that never regained feeling with 11 stitches after numbing his feet. “When I went to the hospital Nick was being stitched up. He was joking around with the doctor. I gave Nick a hug and said I’m glad you’re able to keep your toes, and you’re going to be out of the water for a while,” J. Brown said. Not even two weeks after Nick’s

toes were stitched back to his feet he was out surfing again. “I think Nick is even more interested in surfing and respecting the ocean. The most challenging thing is keeping Nick from surfing everyday,” J. Brown said. Nick started surfing when his brother pushed him into his first wave on a surfboard 11 years ago. The first push sparked Brown’s love for surfing, which leads him and Jacob Cuellar to the beach four to five times a week after fourth period. “As much as he surfs, it was a possibility [for Nick to get bit],” J. Brown said. Incorporating surfing into his life as much as possible, Brown works for Next Level Surf Factory, a surfboard company, in Satellite Beach. Along with this job he is also starting his own surf board company, Nick’s Sticks, were he makes his own surfboards. Surfing competitively for the Eastern Surfing Association, Brown plans on going professional if possible, but only plans on it lasting 10 to 15 years. “People always ask me if I’m scared to go back in the water, obliviously I have more respect for the creature and its home. I am just a tourist too him. Asking me if I’m not going to surf again after I got bit is like asking an average person if they are ever going to eat again because they choked once. No duh I’m going to surf, to me I need it just as much as I need food,” Brown said.

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SURF’S UP. Riding in on a wave, Nicholas Brown keeps his balance as he lets it take him to the shore of Cocoa Beach. “Surfing is indescribable. It is so relaxing. When you are there nothing else matters,” Brown said. Cocoa Beach is the East coast surfing capital of the United States. STEAdy. Getting the measurements of the fin box; Brown draws a line to prepare to cut out the fin of the surfboard. “Even if I do not make it on tour working with Next Level Surf Factory means I will always have a job with surfing,” Brown said. It takes four days to make each surfboard: one to shape and fine tune, two days to fiberglass and hot coat and another day to sand and spray.

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Subject, verb, direct By ANNA MARIE BORIA A delectable aroma fills the air as one walks into the lively restaurant of napkins rain down over the customers. With authentic Greek music playing to accompany the Greek decor, one is instantly transported to Greece. Taverna Opa, located in the heart of Pointe Orlando is as much of an experience as it is a restaurant. With the electric atmosphere, Opa is the perfect place to enjoy cuisine just as tasteful as the atmosphere is entertaining. With bold and colorful plants placed around the restaurant and Greek decor in every corner, Opa succeeds in keeping the Greek experience authentic and traditional. Opa, in Greek culture, means a password that conveys the festive Greek spirit; the restaurant lives up to its name. If looking for an intimate dinner with a significant other, Opa is not the place. Its atmosphere is better suited for large parties who do not mind the Xim illecea debit mo deliquam que volor alique nonsequ aepelibus, acitatem resequi aeritiaturem acid min corios natur aut ea quiditint. Um quia net esto corisquis invel

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