Jordan Knight 2013 Portfolio by Renee Burke

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JORDAN KNIGHT 3400 Bocage Drive #101 Orlando, FL 32812 jknight1994@gmail.com (407) 733-0382

OBJECTIVE To obtain a job that provides a sense of stability and allows for opportunity to grow with the company. EDUCATION Completed four years at William R. Boone High School Graduation date: May 2013 G.P.A. 3.2 EXPERIENCE Newspaper Staff Member, William R. Boone High School • August 2012 – May 2013. With thorough research from library and web sources, wrote stories and contributed unique story ideas about on and off campus life. Peer-edited staffer’s first drafts. Completed stories for the newspaper website ranging from reviews to news articles. Took photographs for photo days. VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE • Second Harvest Food Bank. Packaged and sorted through donated food, disposing of the damaged or expired goods. RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIES Journalism 1, Journalism 2, Anthropology and Philosophy Honors REFERENCES • Trisha Colvin – Geometry/Math for College Readiness, trisha.colvin@ocps.net, 407-893-7200 ext. 6014673 • Priscilla Carrera – Spanish 1 and 2, priscilla.carrera@ocps.net, 407-893-7200 ext. 6014277 • Renee Burke – Publications advisor/Journalism – renee.burke@ocps.net, 407-893-7200 ext. 6014614

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JORDAN KNIGHT 3400 Bocage Drive #101 Orlando, FL 32812 jknight1994@gmail.com (407) 733-0382

April, 23, 2013 Kaitlin Mateo Lifestyle Editor Seventeen Magazine 300 W. 57th St., 17th Fl. New York, NY 10019 Dear Ms. Mateo: I am Jordan Knight and I am applying for the position of a lifestyle columnist. Perhaps Seventeen Magazine is seeking someone who is able to multi-task, manages time well, contributes fresh concepts and works well with others. If this is the case, then please accept the accompanying resume for your review and consideration for Seventeen Magazine in which these strengths and diverse experience will be of value. As a first year staffer on my high school newspaper, I researched, wrote, peer-edited and contributed story ideas. With a year’s experience on a staff, I have been exposed to the way a publication is run and the determination and dedication it takes to be successful. Although I did not hold an editor’s position, I witnessed the time they took for the newspaper. Personally, I enjoy creatively writing in the spare time I have. I write stories that I publish on my own account on YouTube. With a mixture of publication writing and personal writing, I think this exhibits that I am able to write a diverse number of stories. Although the accompanying resume illustrates my background well, I feel a personal interview would better demonstrate my knowledge and abilities. I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you at a convenient time. Thank you for your review and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Respectfully yours,

Jordan Knight Enclosed: resumé

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Self-Analytical

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I think my interest in journalism began in back in August 2009. I had found that in early August, I had a passion for writing my own stories, which led to the creation of my YouTube channel. My YouTube was an outlet, a source where I could display my work and get feedback from people. Whether the feedback was positive or negative, I took it as an alternative perspective. I have been on a hiatus from my channel for nearly six months, but this summer; I will be working on new stories. In journalism and newspaper, I feel like I mostly learned dedication and teamwork. I mostly learned dedication because in order to be successful in journalism, you must put everything on the backburner in order to complete the assignment you have been given. A specific example would be my YouTube channel. I had to sacrifice writing for my personal pleasure, to write stories that I sometimes did not want too, but it was my job. Teamwork refers to setting aside personal differences and equally finishing a task that you have been given. For example, I really did not favor a staffer, who shall not be named, who I was to work with on a project. Although that person did not contribute one bit to the assignment, I put my best foot forward and completed the project. This was a valuable course to take because there is more than meets the eye. Journalism is not just about creating stories and leaving them for the world to read, it is about creating a whole new person who understands the ethics and morals that go into being a journalist. Being a journalist cannot slop a bunch of information together, you actually have to understand and relate somehow to the subject. I will use these skills in the future to be more dedicated and balance my time better. Learning InDesign and Photoshop, was an experience I will never forget. Out of everything, I would have to say my fondest memory is all thanks to Lindsay and Mrs. Burke. They have made the staffers number one priority. Lindsay is going to grow to do some of the greatest things because of her positive attitude and insightfulness. Mrs. Burke was taking for granted and for that, I feel I could have changed. She, more then anyone I have ever met, has a kind heart but has the ability to be feared and loved all in one. I can only hope to embrace my inner Burke later in life.

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If I were to select my most significant piece of work this year, I would say it would be the piece in the November issue, my second story. I would select this story because it was an improvement from my first story. The story was about two horseback riding students and how they balanced life outside of horseback riding. I found this piece to be a mixture of easy and challenging. It was easy because of the way I was able to write the story. Although at first I did not have the correct angle, with a nudge in the right direction, I grasped the concept well. I found this story to be challenging to write because I was not given an interview until the very last moment and because I still had facts to get from the sources in the story, for example when one of the girls next competition was. When my first draft was handed back, the amount of corrections I needed to make was no surprise to me. Being a newbie on staff meant you were a blank canvas, as everyone; even the Editorin-Chief, was. As a blank canvas, you are able to paint how your experience on staff will be. When it came time for my published piece, I feel it looked very polished and intriguing. I enjoyed that my story had itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own page, opposed to sharing with another staffer. I definitely learned that quotable quotes are not facts, which was one of my problems when it came to incorporating them in my story.

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BOYS PLACE FIRST

Students can help victims of hurricane Sandy by texting “ABC” to 9099, each text will donate $10 to the American Red Cross, standard messaging rates apply. Student’s may also donate by calling 1-800-HELP-NOW or by going online to www.redcross.org/abc.

Boys cross country placed first in the 4A District 3 Championship meet at Ocoee High School. The team will compete on Nov. 9 at Santa Fe College for the Regional finals at 9 a.m. The Lady Braves cross country team also qualified for the Santa Fe College regional meet after placing third in Districts.

Equestrians demonstrate devotion Competitive student riders balance school and sport By JORDAN KNIGHT As she secures her helmet and gives a quick bump to the horse’s stomach, senior Erin Tischer readies herself to jump over a hurdle she has encountered countless times before. Tischer began horseback riding when she was 5-years-old and freshman Hailey Germain has been riding since 4-years-old. As students, Tischer and Germain must stay focused on academics while participating in a sport. “It’s my hobby and something I love,” Germain said. According to Gloria M. Beim, M.D., over 2,300 people, who horseback ride, went to the emergency room in less than a year. Common injuries are bruises, strains and sprains. Injury is all a part of the sport. While Germain has not broken any bones, Tischer’s broke her hip landing a jump, and every finger. “When I broke my hip, I took nine months off because I was in so much pain. I’ve broken fingers by horses stepping on them, falling, bending them, smashing them in stall doors,” Tischer said. Tischer rides at Waters Edge Stables in Apopka and her coaches are Charlotte Ray and Waddy Oursler. Germain rides at Mane Stay Stables in Orlando; her coach is Joseph Pavlovsky. If Tischer

and Germain style of riding is English or Western is unknown. Their coaches, help them fix errors during practice. “It’s a lot of time going over the same maneuvers, working on balance, coordination, teaching them to become one with the horse’s movement,” Pavlovsky said. Germain and Tischer are competitive riders. Both have a horse that they count on for competition season. Germain has had Sparkle for four years and Tischer has had Page for a year. Once they decided to be competitive riders, the decision changed how much time they can spend with family. “She is very busy trying to balance school, band and horseback riding. Sometimes it feels like I only see her if I go with her to watch her ride or in passing,” Yvonne Tischer, Erin’s mother, said. Tischer and Germain are responsible for the maintenance of their horses. The owner must check to make sure it is supplied with clean water and check the pasture weekly for poisonous plants. Factors like bedding, feeding and routine health care determine the annual cost of riding. Competitions vary in location; local one weekend and national the next. Each competition has disciplines like dressage, eventing and jumping. Tischer remains local for competitions, competing in the 100 jump or long stirrup division. Germain competes in local and national shows, where she

photo courtesy/ERIN TISCHER photo/YVONNE TISCHER

usually places in the top 10 at every show, placing first in over 300 classes, competing at least once a month. “I compete once a month in the 100 jump. I’m going to be champion [2012 Orlando Hunter Jumper Association] of my division this season,” Tischer said. Tischer’s next competition is not until December with an unknown date and location. Germain has yet to say when and where her next competition will be taking place.

seehear To see a video of Tischer practicing and cleaning Page, scan this QR code with your www.hilights.org smartphone.

JUMPING HURDLES. In a competition and at practice, senior Erin Tischer jumps a hurdle with her horse Page. These jumps are in every competition which makes the repetition of it necessary. Page needs to react like they are second nature to her.

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If I were to select my piece of work that still needs work, I would say it would be the piece in the March issue. This story was about the finance magnet conducting free tax returns. I would select this story because it was by far my most weakest moment in writing for newspaper. I learned that even though a topic is not something you would like to write, it is the job you have been given and you have to try your hardest to complete the job. The first draft I had was nowhere near where it should have been. I would choose to improve how much time I wasted not doing the job I was given. The time I wasted could have been better used on thoroughly researching and writing a great story. My overall feeling would most likely be disappointment. I am fully aware that I could have done so much better, but became lazy and careless about this issue. I really did not go through a process besides rushing to finish, just so I would be able to have my story in the paper.

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APPLICATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE IN GUIDANCE

ART DEPARTMENT EXHIBITS STUDENT TALENT

The College and Career Center is open most every lunch period for students with any questions regarding scholarship applications and deadline information. Specific dates for these applications and for the FAFSA application process are also available.

The Art department will be hosting the Boone Art Show on April 5. The best work of the art classes will be exhibited and the band will be playing during the day. There will also be a chalk competition, in which students can sign up to their art in chalk on the pavement and compete for an award.

Magnet provides free tax preparation By JORDAN KNIGHT There is the old cliche that the only two certainties in life are death and taxes. Since April is around the corner, it is time to prepare the tax return. Only those younger than 65 years old and who made more than $9,750 in 2012 must file a federal tax report. Each year finance magnet students earn certification from the IRS to file taxes for others. Students have to pass a three part test and receive an 80 percent on each part. A student has two attempts to pass a test. If one fails to pass any portion of the test, he cannot work in the tax site. VITA, better known as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, is program that allows

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students and teachers to have their taxes filed for free. Before filing, one needs to gather information like proof of identification and social security number, along with a W-2 form from the place(s) of

employment. There are three ways to file taxes: paper filing, tax preparation software or tax professionals. The students use an online software from the IRS. “It’s easier because it does all the calculations for you,” senior Blake Daniels,

who is certified, said. Each day the certified magnet students volunteer during their lunch to help students, faculty and community members. “They are quick and if I have questions, Mr. Daniels is always there. I don’t have to go out of my way, I can just bring them to school,” science teacher Jamie Bortner said about having her taxes completed on campus. Students are receiving positive feedback and satisfactory comments. “[I was] completely satisfied because they set up an appointment and treat you as if you’re their client,” science teacher Patrick O’Malley, who has had his taxes completed on campus for multiple years, said.

ßeasyreturn What you need: • Driver’s license • Social security card • W-2 form from employer

After you have the items: • Contact Bill Daniel at 407-893-7200 x6017272 to schedule an appointment.

Due date: • VITA is available until April 15, the national tax due date.

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CAP AND GOWNS

May 19 Church attire. Voluntary attendance at First Presbyterian Church Downtown. There is a reception following the ceremony.

GRADUATION

May 17 Pick up in Kemosabe Commons area during lunch.

AP EXAMS May 6-17 See Student Services for a detailed schedule. Exams are on campus this year.

YEARBOOK PICK UP May 10 Pick up in Kemosabe Commons area during lunch. You must have a photo ID and you

May 21 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Come dressed in business attire. Reception following.

May 29 8 p.m. at Amway Center. Students must be in line by 7:30 p.m. to walk. Church attire. Girls should wear white or light colored attire and boys should wear dark dress slacks and a shirt and tie.

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I chose this photo because I thought it used great rule of thirds and showed action as well as emotion. The photo also has great back lightening. I was attracted to this image because of the raw emotion the female student is exuding. Although you cannot see the face of the other person, I can tell he is exhibiting a natural reaction as well. I think the photograph leaves others wondering what caused the reactions that are on their faces. it could range from an inside joke or jokingly flirting. [lunches 2-8_001.jpg]

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I chose this photo because I feel it used great center of visual interest and lightening. I can visible see the focus the subject is demonstrating. Although the small pillars that frame her face are out of the picture, I think it is still a great photograph. i also think that the contradiction in color is good. I think her black shirt and blue vest take someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye directly to her. [cfe 2-8_knight0007.jpg]

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I selected this photo because of the unknowing of what is going on. The photo has great depth of field and rule of thirds. The emotion that he exhibits leaves one wondering what is he thinking about. This could be used in a number of ways that I think makes it a great photograph. [class candids 2-8_knight020.jpg]

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I was an asset to this staff because I was easy going. I easily got along with everyone on staff and found that I could spark up a conversation with nearly anyone. To Hi-lights, I felt I was the quiet wallflower we never really spoke up whenever discussion of story ideas was happening, however I did speak up when I needed help, regardless if it was something I felt I should have known. I committed a vast majority of my time towards this publication. I never skipped a workday and even tended to stay the entire time. Specifically, I would say that I was not the biggest asset to the publication, but I brought a new story to room 224, like everyone does. Some of us are valedictorian material, some of us are a comedic relief, but we all our a story that is just waiting to be told.

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This year has been a mixture of the good and the bad. I had personal family matters that that have affected me, personally, negatively and my work on staff. I feel that this year, out of the other three years in high school, has faced me with numerous hardships that I never even could foresee in my future. I think out of all my hardships, my grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passing has definitely had the major impact on my life as it currently stands. Newspaper has thrown curve balls at me, such as the lengths I went to, to get a great story. I learned that you have to take everything in stride but also be able to juggle it all. I would, for sure, manage my time better. I would not joke around in the beginning, I would joke around at the end because I would have no worries until the next issue was already chosen. I think when it came to stories, I handled them pretty well. There is always room for improvement in everyone. No one is perfect and sometimes that is hard to accept, but none of us are.

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Unfortunately, I misplaced my mid-term goals sheet and do not have it anymore. I do however remember one or two things that I listed for what I was looking to improve on. One of my goals I had listed was to work diligently, even late into the night to complete work on time. I definitely did not succeed in this goal because I was bitten by the lazy bug. However, if I did focus on my work I would suddenly get distracted and place the assignment at hand on the back burner. If I would have managed my time better, I probably would have had more free time, instead of rushing to finish the task. The other goal I had set for myself was to begin speaking up if I had something to say, if appropriate. I say I was in mid-range of this goal. I was not the type of student to shoot my hand up if I had a suggestion or thought like staffers Cooper or Delanee. I think I still needed to become comfortable with the staffers. Although we considered one another a second family, I sometimes felt like I never found my niche or fit in, like an outsider looking in. I think most of my life I have been a wallflower, uncomfortable with who was as a person but I am slowly but surely finding out who I am. Even though I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember the third thing I had listed, I would also set a goal to be active with the staff. I did not attend any publication parties or non-mandatory events that the staff was involved in. I think if I would have been a more involved with the staffers, I may have had a better experience in newspaper if I was a team player. Specifically, I remember I was the only newspaper who did not attend the Christmas party, when our staff chose Secret Santa. I put myself in that situation and only have myself to blame for my decision. If I had a do over on anything this year, it would be not getting to personally know some really phenomenal people like Gabi or Sam. This publication has changed me for the better and I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t thank all the staffers so much, for helping me realize my potential in life.

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Equestrians demonstrate devotion Competitive student riders balance school and sport

By JORDAN KNIGHT As she secures her helmet and gives a quick bump to the horse’s stomach, senior Erin Tischer readies herself to jump over a hurdle she has encountered countless times before. Tischer began horseback riding when she was 5-years-old and freshman Hailey Germain has been riding since 4-years-old. As students, Tischer and Germain must stay focused on academics while participating in a sport. “It’s my hobby and something I love,” Germain said. According to Gloria M. Beim, M.D., over 2,300 people, who horseback ride, went to the emergency room in less than a year. Common injuries are bruises, strains and sprains. Injury is all a part of the sport. While Germain has not broken any bones, Tischer’s broke her hip landing a jump, and every finger. “When I broke my hip, I took nine months off because I was in so much pain. I’ve broken fingers by horses stepping on them, falling, bending them, smashing them in stall doors,” Tischer said. Tischer rides at Waters Edge Stables in Apopka and her coaches are Charlotte Ray and Waddy Oursler. Germain rides at Mane Stay Stables in Orlando; her coach is Joseph Pavlovsky. If Tischer

photo courtesy/ERIN TISCHER photo/YVONNE TISCHER

seehear To see a video of Tischer practicing and cleaning Page, scan this QR code with your www.hilights.org smartphone.

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N.11. ‘Equestrians demonstrate devotion.’ This story was published in the November issue of Hi-lights newspaper on page 13. I would like this piece to represent me because I think this was my strongest and most well constructed article of writing. I wrote this story so that everything flowed well.

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Why do you think people get so freaked out by aliens? Well, they should. Who wouldn’t be? We don’t know what they can do if they’re real.

What would you do if you were ever abducted by aliens? I don’t know; I hope I never get abducted. Have you ever seen a UFO? No. What would you do if you saw an alien? I don’t know, I’d most likely be welcoming.

By HEATHER JANAS United States government officials assured people it was simply a weather balloon, not a UFO. On July 8, 1947, in Roswell, New Mexico, an unidentified flying object supposedly crashed. The incident was the spark of “UFO fever” in the United States. In Roswell, New Mexico, on July 1, 1976, another UFO sighting occurred. A man claimed to be walking home from a friend’s house at night when an egg-shaped object flew above him. Area 51 and Roswell are theorized to be two storage sites for crashed UFOs. Area 51 is under extreme surveillance and is classified “top secret” by the United States government. There is not proof that extraterrestrials exist or that Area 51 and Roswell have connections to aliens, but conspiracy theorists support the ideas that alien spaceships crashed in those two areas. “I believe there are many strange things in the universe. It is so big; we cannot be the only things [out there],”

junior Dakota Jones said. The existence of aliens is a notion that people view differently. There is no way to prove that aliens or UFOs are among us “It is more or less an impossibility that [aliens] do not [exist],” sophomore Christian Ketcham said. One man dedicates his time to UFO and extraterrestrial research. Retired United States Army Colonel John Alexander searches for evidence to prove their existence. While in the Army, he believes he saw what seemed to be a UFO. “I have never seen a UFO, [and] I would rather not. [Although] I know they are out there,” Ketcham said. Because of such heavy surveillance around Roswell, New Mexico and Area 51, conspiracy theorists believe the government is hiding secrets. According to Colonel Alexander’s book, UFOs: Myths, Conspiracies and Realities, he thinks it is logical that if extraterrestrial life does exist, Area 51 would be involved.

Disappearances remain evidenceless By JORDAN KNIGHT When one thinks of setting sail or boarding a plane, the last thought one has is disappearing. The Bermuda Triangle places the possibility of this happening in one’s face. Also known by its nickname “Devil’s Triangle,” it is located off the southeastern Atlantic coast of the United States. It is known for the disappearance of ships and aircrafts. “It’s just like a mystery story. No one really knows if it’s true or not,” senior Shelby Hill said. The Triangle has three points, roughly Miami, Puerto Rico and Bermuda. This conspiracy theory began 58 years ago with the disappearance

of two of the U.S. Navy’s vessels, the U.S.S. Cyclops (1918) and Flight 19 (1945). There is still no evidence for these disappearances. People believe the Triangle is an epicenter of alien abductions or sea monsters. “I think people believe what they have been told for so many years. Also, because it’s mysterious,” sophomore Ariel Collier said. Conspirator Gian Quasar has documented the Triangle for over 20 years. Quasar has gathered more than 350 cases, nearly half are disappearances. Quasar’s collection is the largest private repository of reports. According to history.com’s topic section, more than 50 ships and 20

airplanes have vanished in the Triangle. Opposed to aircrafts, ships have to factor in a strong ocean current known as the Gulf Stream. History.com’s Frequently Asked Questions, states this current can erase proof of accidents. Coast Guard History FAQ states they do not recognize the Triangle as a geographic area of specific danger because they believe the Triangle is harmless to ships or planes. “[Existence of the Triangle,] is something to believe in and people crave that, whether it’s a good thing or bad thing,” Hill said. The facts behind the Bermuda Triangle mystery have yet to be uncovered.

Organization keeps plot under wraps By JOSH HALLORAN Illuminati refers to a conspiratorial organization, which is alleged to mastermind events and control world affairs through governments and businesses to establish a New World Order. The thought of this dates back to the late 1700’s when the local citizens referred it to as a Bavarian Illuminati; the German philosopher Adam Weishaupt first originated the conspiracy. The modern day conspiracy theory is that a majority of the world events that happen are being controlled and manipulated by a secret society calling itself the Illuminati. Conspiracy

theorists claim that many notable people are members of the Illuminati such as Jay-Z, Kanye West and Lady Gaga One of the key accomplices in the Illuminati conspiracy theory is Myron Fagan, a famous American writer, producer and director. He devoted his later years to finding evidence that a variety of historical events like the Battle of Waterloo, The French Revolution and the JFK assassination by infiltrating the Hollywood film industry, in which he found that they were all orchestrated by the Illuminati. There are many pieces of evidence that help the case for one to accept the Illuminati’s beliefs and prove what they

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N.1. ‘ .’ This story was published in the December issue of Hilights newspaper on page nine. I would like this piece to represent me because I think this was concise and informative; light reading that you could pick up and finish in less than three minutes.

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have accomplished is accurate and true. “I think people that are accepted in society and that are very convincing, such as the Hollywood stars, Kanye West and Jay-Z, who sing about the Illuminati in a majority of their songs, make it easier for people to believe in it” sophomore Kyndall Webster said. It is believed that the famous hip-hop rapper Jay-Z is part of the Illuminati because of his descriptions in songs such as Most Kingz he refers to the Illuminati and says that they were associated with the death of Michael Jackson, Tupac and Biggie Smalls. When asked what his association with the Illuminati was, he just laughed.

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October 5, 2012 ß hilights.org

CLUB ELECTS NEW OFFICERS

STUDENTS ELECT HOMECOMING COURT

National Honor Society elected new officers on Sep. 21. All officers are seniors. The president is Christine Maloney, Vice President is Elaina Carrion; Secretary is Emily Porterfield; Treasurer is Merrie Grace Harding and the Service Chair is Jessica Kneeland.

Students of all grade levels were selected on Sept. 28 for homecoming court. Representing the senior class are Cameron McNeill, Merrie Grace Harding, Elaina Carrion, Shelbee Simmons, Sarah Berlinsky, Connor McClellan, William McMillin, Dillon Knox, Aaron Turman and John Townsend.

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By JORDAN KNIGHT After spending four years in high school, a student can only imagine what walking across stage and receiving a diploma would feel like. This transition signals the closing of one chapter and the start of another. Yet failing to meet graduation requirements prohibits students from reaching the goal of graduating high school. Florida graduation requirements have changed within the past year and now are different for each grade level. “We’re getting away from the FCAT and having EOC exam and an online requirement,” guidance counselor James Caperton said. The state is responsible for the requirements. Though there have been additions, guidelines for core classes (four English and math credits and three science and social studies credits)

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Boo Boo wins On August 8, 2012, the world became aware of a show that is what can only be described as “the show of the century.” One may think that this is somewhat of a bold statement given we are only 12 years into the century. But TLC’s Here Comes Honey Boo Boo has reached a new level of television entertainment that cannot be considered anything other than the show of the century. This masterpiece is about a 6-year-old beauty pageant contestant Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson (originally featured on TLC’s Toddlers in Tiaras) her mother, Mama; her father, Sugar Bear; and her sisters Pumpkin, Chubbs and Chickadee as they live out there compelling and fascinating lives in McIntyre, Georgia. First of all, the show has such a broad audience appeal that anyone can tune in and have a good time. This show has it all: a loving family, humor for all ages, a pig named Glitzy, and of course, farting. It is very rare that a show comes along where entire families can sit together and enjoy an hour of quality television. Furthermore, Here Comes Honey Boo Boo is the epitome of LOLing. From Glitzty the pig “oooo’ing” on the table to Mama farting in the title sequence, one cannot stop laughing from the beginning to the end of each episode. This show puts classics such as Cheers, M*A*S*H and Alf to shame. Finally, this show has not been ruined by Hollywood because it stays true to its core values. Here Comes Honey Boo Boo remains a spectacular show without succumbing to the pressures of Hollywood. This is what separates a mediocre show from a great one, because if a show needs to sell out to succeed, it has already failed. Here Comes Honey Boo Boo is the show of the century, but not because of its broad appeal, its humor or even its ability to succeed without selling out; rather because (sadly) everyone can be entertained by the show. It possesses the humor of a 4-year-old who just discovered the wonders of poop and because even Hollywood wants to avoid any association with it. It is the show of the century because August 8, 2012, is the point in time when America stooped to a new low. This sad excuse for entertainment got more views than the RNC. Somehow, listening to a 6-year-old’s concerns about Mama eating their pet pig is better television than listening to a man who could be the next leader of our country has to say. In 100 years from now, historians will look back at this point and say that this is where America lost, and Boo Boo won.

However, that is not always true. On Aug. 18, 2010, her 47th birthday, Annette Montgomery learned she had stage two breast cancer. No one else in her family had ever been diagnosed with breast cancer. “Cancer makes you try not to take things for granted. It’s hard to relive it again, but when people go through chemo and need help, I try to always be there,” Montgomery, government teacher, said. With two young boys at home and a strong will to keep working, Montgomery did not let cancer stop her from achieving anything, let alone her daily routines. “It is all about setting up a plan. Without a plan it is very overwhelming; with a plan you can keep your life in

control,” Montgomery said. As of today, Montgomery has been cancer free and out of chemotherapy for 18 months. Every cancer free year lowers her chances of cancerous cells being triggered. Football’s largest fundraiser and newest tradition is the pink and white football game, which takes place on campus every other spring. The first annual game raised $18,000 two years ago. Colonial High School hosted the second pink and white game, which raised $12,000. Much like the age-old tradition of the Boone/Edgewater match up, a barrel is the trophy. The barrel is pink and white in spirit of breast cancer awareness. “The pink and white game was my wife’s idea. She believed that it would be beneficial to our kids and community,” football coach Phil Ziglar said. Ziglar’s wife works for MD Anderson, a cancer center searching for

a way to cure all types of cancer. Ziglar’s first wife passed away after her fight with lung cancer. This campus is an official Relay for Life location. Another national fundraiser is the Susan G. Komen Race for the cure. The local event is Oct. 21, at the University of Central Florida. If interested, visit www.komen.org. With a 93 percent survival rate for the first stage of breast cancer and a 15 percent survival rate for the last stage, this 5K race raises awareness for the fight against breast cancer and also celebrates the survivors. Those who lost their lives to the fight against cancer are also honored at the event. “I look at Mrs. Montgomery and others and they just keep going; they don’t let it affect their family. I am really proud of them,” Sarah Kittrell, digital design teacher, said.

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and eight required electives remain unchanged. However, freshmen and sophomores must successfully complete one online class through virtual school. No specifications are given for what online class should be completed. An online class completed in grades six through eight is also acceptable. A common concern regarding the online class is a student’s access to a computer. “If I was unable to get a computer, I would go to the public library because [computers there] are available all the time,” sophomore Nicole Neal said. Florida is phasing out Florida Comprehensive Achievement Tests and replacing them with End of Course Exams. FCAT tested students grades 3 to 11 in reading, math, writing and science. In previous years, 10th grade reading and math FCAT’s had to be passed with a three or higher for graduation. Now, juniors, sophomores and freshmen must pass FCAT 2.0 Reading with a 3 or better for graduation, unless students are able to opt out with a higher ACT scores. EOCs are being administered in

Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology and U.S. History. Current freshmen and sophomores will take all four of the exams prior to graduation; juniors will take Algebra 1 and U.S. History; freshmen must pass Algebra 1, geometry and biology to graduate; sophomores must pass Algebra 1 to graduate. In addition to the new exit exams, the EOCs, except for Algebra, will also make up 30 percent of sophomores final grades. For freshmen, only the U.S. History EOC exam represents 30 percent of their grade, and for juniors, Algebra 1 and U.S. History EOC exams will represent 30 percent of their grade. Current seniors’ final exams represent 10 percent of their final grade. “The FCAT is sort of familiar to our age group, but throwing in the EOC instead is overwhelming and if you don’t do so well, you suffer huge consequences for it,” Neal said. Students who are unsure if they are on track to graduate should make an appointment to speak with their counselors or go to www.fldoe.org to check state graduation requirements for their grade level. “[If I wasn’t on track] I wouldn’t be happy with myself because all my hard work would be for nothing,” junior Clint Lyttle said.

Organization benefits campus sports [ BHSAA from, page 1 “Without BHSAA, the school’s facilities would get worn and unusable at some point,” Scott Bell, Vice President of BHSAA, said. “We try to focus on the needs of all sports and then prioritize which needs are the most.” While BHSAA strives to support athletics, it primarily focuses on the larger facility needs. For example, BHSAA purchased the new stadium scoreboard three years ago, which benefits all the sports that play there.

Last year, they also purchased a new scoreboard for softball, new mats for the cheerleaders and re-finished the gymnasium floor. “We are so grateful for BHSAA because now we have a full competition floor of a mat, when before we had seven mats that were actually wrestling,” Cindy Hutsell, cheerleading coach, said. “Now we can practice our routine without saying, ‘Let’s pretend there’s another mat right here.’ We are so blessed to have them.” With 867 entries and over $14,000 raised in the 4th Annual Reservation Run, it breaks school records for the most runners and most money

accumulated at this event. Sports teams and clubs are encouraged to partake in the run because each runner who registers under said club or sport, receives a portion of the proceeds. Bravettes earned an extra $1,000 for having the most participants. BHSAA originated with the help of the Boone Sports Legacy Board and Boone Boosters. Their mission was to improve the school’s facilities and to raise funds for athletics. They joined together to form BHSAA and together be a strong unit. If one is interested in volunteering for BHSAA he can either contact Kelly Mutters, located in the Trading Post.

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By KALEY GILBERT and JOSH HALLORAN Boone High School Athletic Association makes an appearance at every sporting event on campus, they operate The Trading Post and they advertise around the community. One might not notice them, but they are everywhere. “BHSAA is like an umbrella covering all the of Boone’s

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By GABRIELLA FAKHOURY As sweat runs down his neck onto his pink jersey, he gazes into the stands to see his mother’s bright eyes light up with joy as she watches him play under the Friday night lights. “I knew I was playing for a good cause and I was playing for my mom. I knew I would make her proud,” senior Travis Snethen said. In seventh grade (January 2008), Snethen faced the news of his mom’s stage one breast cancer diagnoses. “My stomach dropped. All that was left was the feeling of not being sure of what is going to happen,” Snethen said. After nine months of chemotherapy, a breast mastectomy and her lungs collapsing during surgery, Snethen and his mother Deanna Snethen, looked to the positive side of her recovery and also his newfound connection to God. “It helped me grow closer to God and also helped me grow stronger as a person. I appreciate my mom much more, and I realize how strong of a person she is,” Snethen said. One in eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. That means at least one girl in each class on campus will be diagnosed with breast cancer. About 188 girls in the whole school will be diagnosed in their lifetime. The older someone is, the more likely she is to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Another risk factor is if a family bloodline has a history of cancer.

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sports, making sure each is represented and taken care of, not only during their season but throughout the entire year,” Therese Coble, We Are Boone chairman, said. Last year BHSAA sold 480 All Sport Passes to the student body, raised over $16,000 in concessions and put on the largest fundraiser of the school year, the BHSAA 5K Reservation Run. BHSAA hopes to make sure the school’s athletic programs can perform at the top of their game with the best possible equipment.

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Presidential election sparks interest, gains appeal By ANNA MARIE BORIA Every four years the world of politics is in full gear for the presidential campaign season. The Special Feature gives an insight on everything one should know to be prepared for the election on Nov. 6. With the popular vote being 51.8 percent to 48.2 percent in favor of President Barack Obama, analysts expect that this election will be a close one. Everything from getting to know the presidential candidates to a quiz to check whether one is a republican or a democrat is presented on the spread. This is in addition to information on seeing how one’s vote counts and how important Florida, being a swing state, is in the election. Check out the Special Feature on the presidential election to get a deeper look.

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STUDENTS ELECT HOMECOMING COURT

Sam Holleman, columnist

[ Awareness from, page 1 However, that is not always true. On Aug. 18, 2010, her 47th birthday, Annette Montgomery learned she had stage two breast cancer. No one else in her family had ever been diagnosed with breast cancer. “Cancer makes you try not to take things for granted. It’s hard to relive it again, but when people go through chemo and need help, I try to always be there,” Montgomery, government teacher, said. With two young boys at home and a strong will to keep working, Montgomery did not let cancer stop her from achieving anything, let alone her daily routines. “It is all about setting up a plan. Without a plan it is very overwhelming; with a plan you can keep your life in

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Without BHSAA the school’s facilities would get worn out and unusable at some point.

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hi-lights specialfeature FINANCE TEACHER RECEIVES HONOR

SPANISH DEPARTMENT SPONSORS LLAMAS

Bill Daniel, Boone Teacher of the Year, is one of the five finalists for OCPS Teacher of the Year. At an awards ceremony on Feb. 28, Superintendent Dr. Barbara Jenkins will announce the winner. This is Daniel’s first time receiving the Teacher of The Year award.

To help needy families in Peru, the Spanish Department is collecting donations. All monies will help purchase llamas, which are essential to everyday life in Peru. For more information talk to Miguelina De La Cruz-Sosa in Room 10.219. The fund raiser ends on Dec. 19.

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ßquestionanswer Dakota Jones, junior Why do you think people get so freaked out by aliens? Well, they should. Who wouldn’t be? We don’t know what they can do if they’re real. What would you do if you were ever abducted by aliens? I don’t know; I hope I never get abducted. Have you ever seen a UFO? No. What would you do if you saw an alien? I don’t know, I’d most likely be welcoming.

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APPLICATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE IN GUIDANCE

ART DEPARTMENT EXHIBITS STUDENT TALENT

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After you have the items: • Contact Bill Daniel at 407-893-7200 x6017272 to schedule an appointment.

Due date: • VITA is available until April 15, the national tax due date.

seniorevents BLOOD DRIVE April 8 See a Senior Class Officer to sign up or Sarah Kittrell in Room 220.

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BACCALAUREATE

Blue Clearance sheet at this event.

CAP AND GOWNS

May 19 Church attire. Voluntary attendance at First Presbyterian Church Downtown. There is a reception following the ceremony.

GRADUATION

May 17 Pick up in Kemosabe Commons area during lunch.

AP EXAMS May 6-17 See Student Services for a detailed schedule. Exams are on campus this year.

YEARBOOK PICK UP May 10 Pick up in Kemosabe Commons area during lunch. You must have a photo ID and you

May 21 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Come dressed in business attire. Reception following.

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Congratulations Class of 2013

AWARDS CEREMONY SENIOR EXAMS May 17 Periods 5, 6, 7 May 20 Periods 3, 4 May 21 Periods 1, 2 May 22 Make-up exams

May 24 11:30 a.m., students must turn in their

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