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Marisa Muhart

PORTFOLIO 2015-2016

MARISA MUHART

marisa.muhart@gmail.com twitter: @marisamuhart Instagram: @marisamuhart

2501 N Orange Avenue Suite 446 Orlando, FL 32804 Office Phone: (407) 303-2528 Fax: (407) 303-2760 Dear Dr. Tanvi Kamdar, I have a great passion about pursuing a career in neonatology medicine. Because of this passion, I would like to apply for an internship concerning your position as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine MD at the Florida Hospital in Orlando. I know that this position requires very attentive work as a young childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life is in your hands. A certain amount of compartmentalization may also be required due to the emotional element of this job. I feel that I possess these qualities and would be a good candidate for this position. I have knowledge of biology and the human body as I have completed both Life Science and Biology courses at my school. I have also gained critical medical knowledge through my HOPE class and a CPR course which resulted in my certification of CPR. Through this internship, I would gain more knowledge on this specific area in medicine. I understand that this position is challenging and requires much commitment and I am ready and prepared to take on this internship. While the attached resume shows my background, I feel like an interview with you would further demonstrate my knowledge and abilities better. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet with you at your convenience. Thank you for your review. I look forward to hearing from you soon. With much respect, Marisa Muhart

Objective: To seek an internship that will help me gain knowledge and experience working in the field of neonatal medicine. Experience: - Babysitter of twin toddlers to gain experience with caring for children - Vacation Bible School volunteer as a leader in a class at First Presbyterian Church of Orlando, 2012-2016 - Hilights Newspaper, staffer, Boone High School 2015-2016, conduct interviews, write stories, design pages, edit photos, sell advertisements, use Adobe InDesign and Photoshop CS6. - Experienced in using Google Drive and gmail Education: - 2 years of education at William R. Boone High school - Completed Biology Honors course - Completed Life Science course - Completed HOPE course - CPR certified - 4.2 weighted GPA Activities/Awards: - Spanish Club, Boone High School, 2014-present - Math Club, Boone High School, 2015-present - Crafting for a Cause club, 2014-2015 - National Junior Honor Society, 2013-2014 - Honor Roll, 2014-present - Awarded two All-Florida, Florida Scholastic Press Association, awards for two articles in Hilights newspaper References: - Wendy Ernest, Biology teacher, wendy.ernest@ocps.net - Casserly Kuplen, Life Science teacher, ckuplen@thechristschool. org, 407-849-1665 - Jennie Barnette, Radiation Technician, jenalty@gmail.com, 407595-1000

Due to my sister, Morgan Muhart, being the design editor of the Boone High School Legend Yearbook, I decided to pursue a position in Boone publications. While this class has been challenging for me and even though I will not be continue to be on staff next year, it has taught me lessons that I will continue to use throughout life. Throughout this year, I have learned how to successfully use Adobe Photoshop and Indesign. I have thoroughly edited photos so they are the best quality that they can be. I have learned to COB photos well. I have used InDesign to design pages and secondary elements. I know these programs will help me later in life because many jobs view sufficient use in these programs as a valuable skill.

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This class has taught me extreme dedication towards a subject. I have spent endless nights, working late at school and home, fixing my pages and writing stories. The stress of this class motivates me to do better in it. I stayed dedicated towards this class and tried to do my best to meet my goals. Dedication is a huge part of future jobs and other classes. Throughout this class, I have made great new friends. We all look out for one another and have learned to help each other with whatever we can. Each of us are good at different parts of creating the newspaper so we help each other with different parts and get our work done. Teamwork is important in most anything I will do in the future as there will always be collaborative jobs. There is no question that this class has been difficult for me. I have often felt a lot of stress from this class however it definitely become easier for me throughout the course of the year. For example, my â&#x20AC;&#x153;Climate Changeâ&#x20AC;? article was a huge hardship for me. It took a lot of revision to get the content right and then a lot more revision to get it to fit on the page. However, I overcame the hardships and the story ended up winning an All-Florida award from the Florida Scholastic Press Association. There is still so much room for improvement for me but I have definitely become confident with my gained abilities and skills. I look forward to pursuing different interests of mine with new skills and abilities I have learned as a part of the newspaper staff.

My girlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball story in the December issue is one I would consider my best work of the year. It was a story that I had lots of difficulty with but as a result I was extremely proud of the outcome. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a sports follower so writing this story was a challenge. I had difficulty coming up with what angle to take and was not sure of how to even begin writing the story. I did not ask for help early on in the deadline which also affected my writing. I eventually understood the correct way to write the story and was impressed with my work.

REFLECTION ONE

Even with the story complete, my design still needed work. Toward the end of deadline, I was notified that my story was no longer going to be half a page, but a full page. This was a big challenge for me as I had to completely change my design. It took some research but I soon found a design that I decided would be perfect for the story. After getting the pictures I needed, I started assembling my design. The pictures took a long time to COB and change to the correct size so that the players looked good. Even after receiving feedback from the editors, I had to change my pictures a lot to get them perfect. The secondary coverage was quite simple to do although it did require some research and multiple change of position. All in all, I think the secondary coverage was a nice touch to give more information on the players and was interesting for readers to view. This deadline was a difficult one for me but I am very pleased of how the piece turned out. It even won an All-Florida award from the Florida Scholastic Press Association which made me even more confident in the piece.

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These girls are like my family. We encourage [each other] on and off the court and always have each other’s back. Brittney Smith, sophomore

Angeni Worley:

Brittney Smith:

4’9” guard/forward, junior Standout game: Olympia 23 points Noteable stats: 118 points 30 field goal percentage

6’3” center/forward, sophomore Standout game: Heritage 17 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks Noteable stats: 96 points 48 field goal percentage

Amanda Oliver: 6’0” center/forward, senior Standout game: Freedom 17 points, 16 rebounds Noteable stats: 153 points 41 field goal percentage

Emily Colvin: 5’9” guard/forward, senior Standout game: Dr. Phillips 15 points and 11 rebounds Noteable stats: 51 points 34 field goal percentage

Sadie Desroches: 5’8” guard, senior Standout game: Freedom 9 points and 7 rebounds Noteable stats: 55 points 30 field goal percentage

*stats as of December 14

Girls dominate opponents The team has a close bond and above average statistics which leads to an improved record from previous years By MARISA MUHART To keep up their above national average statistics in points per game, rebounds per game, assists per game, blocks per game, and steals per game, the team prepares for games by reviewing films, player breakdowns and participating in focused practices. The team’s goal is to win the district, regional and state championships. “We are practicing hard to accomplish these goals. We aren’t underestimating anyone, but simply playing mentally tough and smart,” guard Sadie Desroches, senior, said. The first game of the season, the girls played the Dr. Phillips Panthers earning their first win, 43-33. The second game ended with a loss to Seminole, 50-35. “Losing to [the] Seminole kind of took a toll on me, knowing that we had an off night and that we are better than how we played. But if we see them later on the road to states, I know for sure we will succeed and come [away] with the win,” Desroches said. The girls won the next two games against Freedom, 56-31, and Cypress Creek, 45-19. 6’0” senior center/forward Amanda Oliver led the game against Freedom with 17 points and 16 rebounds. In the Cypress Creek game, sophomore guard/forward Cassady Quintana scored 10 points and Oliver added seven points and 10 rebounds. “Beating Cypress was a great win. Simply because last year we lost to them. It was questionable because there was no way we should’ve lost. Later, we beat them in the district championship. Beating them really felt great. We executed

well as a team,” Desroches said. The team lost the game against Lake Highland, 42-67. The game ended with 10 successful free throws, two 3-pointers, and 15 successful free throws. “It’s always a great feeling to know you’re winning. We recently won the Osceola Thanksgiving tournament, but we still have a long way to go and many competitive teams to encounter,” center/forward Brittney Smith, sophomore, said. In the Osceola Thanksgiving Tournament the girls basketball team beat Palm Bay Heritage, 59-32, with Smith leading with 17 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks. Senior guard/forward Emily Colvin added 13 points and 18 rebounds, while junior guard/forward Angeni Worley also added 10 points They won the semi-final game against Lake Nona, 33-19, with Worley tallying eight points and Oliver scoring seven points and 12 rebounds. They beat Winter Park in the championship game, 40-26. The game opened with eight quick points and a freethrow added a total of nine points. Oliver then took control of the game scoring fourteen points, thirteen rebounds and five steals. “It felt great getting that huge win against Winter Park and also bringing home the championship trophy to the reservation,” Worley said. Smith, the tournament MVP, Desroches and Oliver made the All Tournament team. Back in regular season play, the girls beat Lake Nona, 63-52; Oak Ridge, 49-27; and then Olympia, 52-41. The Olympia game was intense. With Olympia taking a four point lead on the Braves in the fourth quarter. The lady Braves pulled through to take the win. Worley had a season high with 23 points, leading the offense. Following, they defeated East River, 46-17, and

University, 44-1. The team had 28 rebounds, nine assists, 15 steals and eight blocked shots. One positive of a senior heavy team is the skill and experience these seniors have. “Four of the seniors started with me four years ago at the varsity level and this provides great team structure and court experience,” coach Jerry Williams said. The girls hope to beat Colonial and Winter Park who are some of their toughest competitors. They already beat Winter Park in the tournament and hope to do so again. The team will play Colonial on Jan. 5 and Winter Park on Jan. 14 In the midst of competition, the closeness of the girls basketball team is evident in their play. “This is a unit that most coaches would beg to have. These young ladies know how to pick each other up and hold their tongues if something goes wrong. We have a mature team and they understand that the only way to be successful is to work together. We will not be divided,” Williams said. The girls play Timber Creek tonight at 7:30 on the road.

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These girls are like my family. We encourage [each other] on and off the court and always have each other’s back. Brittney Smith, sophomore

Angeni Worley:

Brittney Smith:

4’9” guard/forward, junior Standout game: Olympia 23 points Noteable stats: 118 points 30 field goal percentage

6’3” center/forward, sophomore Standout game: Heritage 17 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks Noteable stats: 96 points 48 field goal percentage

Amanda Oliver: 6’0” center/forward, senior Standout game: Freedom 17 points, 16 rebounds Noteable stats: 153 points 41 field goal percentage

Emily Colvin: 5’9” guard/forward, senior Standout game: Dr. Phillips 15 points and 11 rebounds Noteable stats: 51 points 34 field goal percentage

Sadie Desroches: 5’8” guard, senior Standout game: Freedom 9 points and 7 rebounds Noteable stats: 55 points 30 field goal percentage

*stats as of December 14

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Girls dominate opponents The team has a close bond and above average statistics which leads to an improved record from previous years

By MARISA MUHART

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To keep up their above national average statistics in points per game, rebounds per game, assists per game, blocks per game, and steals per game, the team prepares for games by reviewing films, player breakdowns and participating in focused practices. The team’s goal is to win the district, regional and state championships. “We are practicing hard to accomplish these goals. We aren’t underestimating anyone, but simply playing mentally tough and smart,” guard Sadie Desroches, senior, said. The first game of the season, the girls played the Dr. Phillips Panthers earning their first win, 43-33. The second game ended with a loss to Seminole, 50-35. “Losing to [the] Seminole kind of took a toll on me, knowing that we had an off night and that we are better than how we played. But if we see them later on the road to states, I know for sure we will succeed and come [away] with the win,” Desroches said. The girls won the next two games against Freedom, 56-31, and Cypress Creek, 45-19. 6’0” senior center/forward Amanda Oliver led the game against Freedom with 17 points and 16 rebounds. In the Cypress Creek game, sophomore guard/forward Cassady Quintana scored 10 points and Oliver added seven points and 10 rebounds. “Beating Cypress was a great win. Simply because last year we lost to them. It was questionable because there was no way we should’ve lost. Later, we beat them in the district championship. Beating them really felt great. We executed

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The United States should accept Syrian refugees

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Greenland lost 36 to 60 cubic miles of ice every year between 2000 and 2006

China’s factories emitted 4.2 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2013

During Summer 2015, the UK received 272 millimeters of rainfall, making it the soggiest summer within the last three years

Extreme heat in Africa causes crops to die and rivers to dry. As a third world country, Africa relies on these necessities to thrive

Heavy snowfall Intense heat

Heavy rainfall Extreme weather

Industrial area releasing excess CO2

Methane from agriculture

Aspiring athletes maintain success

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Agriculture contributes about 7 percent of the U.S.’s greenhouse gas emissions. As of January 2015, there are 89.8 million cattle in the U.S.

Texas experienced a random storm of tornadoes in December

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experienced a record-breaking, hot Christmas of 85 degrees, while the average is 72

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Brazil contributes to deforestation as it continues to convert some of its rainforest into grazing areas for livestock

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reduce your global footprint 1. Reduce weekly meat intake: Due to the populations’s exponential growth and desire for meat, greenhouse gas emissions increased by 17 percent since 1990 2. Take shorter showers: A faucet that leaks at a rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water in a year

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3. Carpool: Transportation accounts for 27 percent of the U.S.’s carbon dioxide emissions 4. Use energy efficient products: This essentially reduces greenhouse gas emissions

CONTROVERSY:

5. Reduce, reuse, recycle source: EPA

Science confirms climate change exists Scientists validate climate change exists, critics disagree By mariSa muhart With a winter holding temperatures higher than normal, about 3.3 degrees Fahrenheit above average, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the question of whether climate change exists constantly is Munich Re America, a survey conducted in December 2014, shows that more than 80 percent of Americans believe that climate change currently exists. “I think that everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion; however, there is countless scientific data that proves [climate change] is happening,” Lisa Maccarone, AP environmental teacher, said. One of the main concerns with the climate change debate questions what the government will do to help slow the process or prevent it. “I don’t know if it should be the number one priority but

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it is a big issue that our government needs to address so we can help make the world better for our kids,” sophomore Fernando Ortiz said. In December, over 150 heads of states and government met in Paris, France, to discuss climate change. The 21st session of the Conference of Parties aim to discuss climate change on a global political level. Pope Francis, President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping all spoke at the conference. Pope Francis stressed the need to take action now instead of later. “We are on the brink. We are on the brink of a suicide, to use a strong word, and I am sure that most of those at the COP have this conscience, and want to do something,” Pope Francis said. President Obama also spoke about climate change, human’s role in it and economic issues dealing with it. His initiatives display the future and his need to change the future now and the need to fix the problem. “That future is not one of strong economies, nor is it one

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where fragile states can find their footing. That future is one that we have the power to change. Right here. Right now. But only if we rise to this moment. As one of America’s governors has said, ‘we are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it.’” President Obama said. The 29 article agreement written at the end of the COP 21 summit establishes the need to strengthen the global response to climate change, such as holding the increase in global average temperature to below 35.6 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels and to take efforts to keep the increased temperature to 34.7 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels. Also in this agreement it says that each party will prepare, communicate and maintain successive nationally-determined contributions (NDCs), which will then be discussed every five years. Scientists determined human activity is the main cause of climate change. The use of fossil fuels, which release

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hilights They put us all in a room and then they made us wait for like 30 minutes. Every time someone would walk in the room we would all scream in excitement and eventually we walked down a long hallway,waiting,” Isabella Braga senior

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BRAGA meets OBAMA

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Features/Page 4/ October 9,2015 I wrote this article to inform students on how student, Isabella Braga, met President Barack Obama. I had some difficulty finding pictures for this piece and also had t trouble writing this story, as it was my first article and was a bit confused.

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By MARISA MUHART Being one of two delegates chosen from Florida to attend Girls Nation, senior Isabella Braga met and talked to President Barack Obama. “[He was so] personable, kind and tall,” Braga said. “It was exhilarating.” Braga attended Girls State which gave her the chance to participate in Girls Nation. To participate in Girls State, girls must have completed their junior year in high school, have an interest in government, and demonstrate scholastic achievement. The American Legion Auxiliary runs Girls Nation to teach girls around the country about the federal government and gives them first-hand insight on how it works. To be selected, every girl must write a federal bill, take a government test and be interviewed. The state chooses two delegates to represent the state’s government. “They aren’t looking for a political junky, that just happened to be who I am. They are looking for the renaissance girl,” Braga said. The girls spent a week participating in legislative sessions, creating bills and making a mock legislation. They also visited monuments and took a private tour of the White House. The girls even got a chance to meet President Barack Obama during the experience. Braga knew that she was going to meet President Obama at Girls Nation, but she did not know how she would feel in the actual moment. “I was gearing myself up to fail. It was such an anxiety,” Braga said. The anticipation built as Braga waited a long time to meet President Barack Obama. “They put us all in a room and then they made us wait for like 30 minutes. Every time someone would walk in the room we would all scream in excitement,” Braga said.

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OCPS changes calendar

The Orange County Public School calendar committee approved the 2016 to 2017 school year calendar. School will start Aug. 15, 2016, and will end May 31, 2017. Thanksgiving break is now three days instead of five and winter break will start a week earlier and end on Monday, Jan. 2, 2017. The board added a non school day on April 28, 2017. photo courtesy/ISABELLA BRAGA

HELLO MR. PRESIDENT. After listening to his speech, senior Isabella Braga shakes President Barack Obama’s hand. “It was great to see all that I’ve worked for pay off,” Braga said. President Obama took time to say something to each of the girls and shake their hands. After President Obama spoke to the group telling them that they are the “future leaders of the world,” and thanking each girl for coming, each girl got to shake his hand. “It was the best experience of my life. His hands are so soft, like insanely soft,” Braga said. Braga’s family are immigrants and once lived in poverty, so working to earn an experience like this was rewarding to her and her family. “[It felt] great to make my family proud,” Braga said. Braga explained that the main thing she learned was that it is not your brain that defines you, but your true personality.

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NASA discovers water on Mars

Using the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, NASA discovered a flow of water on Mars’ surface. Although this does not mean there is life on Mars, this makes the possibility of living on Mars greater than previously believed. Researchers are investigating the likelihood of life according to the conditions of the water and the planet.

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John Boehner resigns

After being pushed to create unrealistic spending cuts with a divided government , ex Speaker of the House, John Boehner resigned from office on Friday, Sept. 25. He resigned earlier than expected after meeting Pope Francis earlier that week.

Volkswagen cheats on ecological test

Volkswagen created a software in 2008 that allowed them to cheat on their pollution tests. They omitted 40 times the amount of nitrogen oxide pollution allowed by the U.S. On Sept. 19, the Environmental Protection Agency accused them of admitting defected cars into the market. The EPA may now fine Volkswagen $37,500 per defected car. Besides these fines, Volkswagen may also face consumer law suits.

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Greenland lost 36 to 60 cubic miles of ice every year between 2000 and 2006

China’s factories emitted 4.2 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2013

During Summer 2015, the UK received 272 millimeters of rainfall, making it the soggiest summer within the last three years

Heavy snowfall Intense heat

Heavy rainfall Extreme weather

Industrial area releasing excess CO2

Methane from agriculture

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Extreme heat in Africa causes crops to die and rivers to dry. As a third world country, Africa relies on these necessities to thrive New York experienced over 26 inches of snowfall during the Jonas Blizzard in late January

hilights If we don’t take action soon then it really is going to keep snowballing and it’s just going to get worse and worse and by the time that we start to recognize it as a world it’s going to be way out of our hands.” Ariana Rovira, freshman

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Agriculture contributes about 7 percent of the U.S.’s greenhouse gas emissions. As of January 2015, there are 89.8 million cattle in the U.S.

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hELLo oBama. During the opening of COP 21 conference on Nov. 30, 2015, President Barack Obama shakes hands with Segolene Royal, the French Minister for Ecology, Sustainable Development and Energy.

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Brazil contributes to deforestation as it continues to convert some of its rainforest into grazing areas for livestock

source: NASA, NY TIMES, THE WEATHER NETWORK, ORLANDO SENTINEL, PENN STATE EXTENSION, BEEFUSA. ORG, NPR

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reduce your global footprint 1. Reduce weekly meat intake: Due to the populations’s exponential growth and desire for meat, greenhouse gas emissions increased by 17 percent since 1990

3. Carpool: Transportation accounts for 27 percent of the U.S.’s carbon dioxide emissions 4. Use energy efficient products: This essentially reduces greenhouse gas emissions

CONTROVERSY:

5. Reduce, reuse, recycle source: EPA

Science confirms climate change exists By mariSa muhart With a winter holding temperatures higher than normal, about 3.3 degrees Fahrenheit above average, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the question of whether climate change exists constantly is Munich Re America, a survey conducted in December 2014, shows that more than 80 percent of Americans believe that climate change currently exists. “I think that everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion; however, there is countless scientific data that proves [climate change] is happening,” Lisa Maccarone, AP environmental teacher, said. One of the main concerns with the climate change debate questions what the government will do to help slow the process or prevent it. “I don’t know if it should be the number one priority but

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A national poll by Quinnipiac University asked voters how concerned they were with climate change.

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2. Take shorter showers: A faucet that leaks at a rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water in a year

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Campus and Local/ Page 1 and 4/ February 5, 2016 I wrote this story to inform students on the topic of climate change and present research that shows the existence of it, unlike popular belief. Difficulty’s with this article was getting valid and interesting research and making sure the length was perfect.

carbon dioxide concentrations, do appear to be higher today than at any time during the past 650,000 years. Carbon dioxide concentrations have reached about 35 percent higher than before the Industrial Revolution. Agriculture and deforestation contribute as well. Other factors of climate change include electricity, businesses, homes, industry buildings and transportation, according to a United States Environmental Protection Agency study in 2013. The EPA aims to help protect the health and well being of humans. They help enforce and regulate Congress approved environmental laws. “If we don’t take action soon then it really is going to keep snowballing and it’s just going to get worse and worse and by the time that we start to recognize it, it’s going to be way out of our hands,” freshman Ariana Rovira said. The effects of climate change are far reaching. By 2050, two thirds of polar bears will disappear, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The melting ice caps, have decreased the polar bears’ seal hunting season by nearly three weeks. The remaining ice caps prove farther from shore now, making it harder for the polar bears to reach safely. Greenland loses more ice than it gains in snowfall each year. Biologists found four drowned polar bears in the Beaufort Sea in 2004, and believe the actual number of drowned bears to be greater. Not only does the limited food affect the bears, it also affects fish and seals. Fish tend to reproduce near ice caps, or where seals get their food. With the reduction of ice caps, there

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are less fish for seals to eat and thus less seals for polar bears to eat, creating a chain reaction in the ecological system. Since 1880, the earth’s average temperature increased by about 1.4 degrees Fahrenheit, with two thirds of that amount occurring since 1975. NASA expects the temperature to rise as much as 11.5 degrees Fahrenheit over the next century. The increased temperatures contribute to polar ice caps melting which leads to the rising of sea levels. The rising sea levels then lead to stronger and more frequent storms, additional rainfall, flooding, increase in wildfires and heat waves. “Climate change is a big issue because if affects so many different aspects of our daily life. It has a cultural effect because people are displaced from their native land. It has a business effect because of the economic impact. It has a political effect because our government has to get involved,” Maccarone said. In Florida, the ecosystem feels the effects. The shorelines are eroding, coral reefs are dying, saltwater is intruding into the freshwater aquifer, the number of forest fires is increasing and air and sea surface temperatures are rising. In about 100 years, Florida’s average temperature will increase between four and 10 degrees Fahrenheit, with the summer heat index between eight and 15 degrees, rainfall will become more

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intense, more droughts will occur, more storms will occur and sea levels will rise by about eight inches to two feet, according the Natural Resources Defense Council. “[If we do not take action soon] we will start to see more and more problems. Because sea levels are rising due to melting glaciers, Florida could eventually be underwater. More species will go extinct, our oceans will become even more acidic, we will see more extreme weather like droughts and floods,” Maccarone said. Using reusable water bottles, walking or riding a bike for transportation and recycling are a few actions that can help slow the climate change cycle. People can make small contributions to help stop climate change. Actions such as using reusable water bottles, walking or riding a bike for transportation and recycling are a few simple things that can help. “We could have a program that funds research and researches emissions. We could also pass stricter laws against waste, you know, not just throwing it anywhere since it harms the environment,” sophomore Fernando Ortiz said.

seemore To read the full report from the summit visit cop21.paris.org

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Orlando celebrates Black History Month

The Black History Month Committee of Orange County organized an art exhibit dedicated to Black History Month. The Orange County Administration building will showcase this display throughout the entire month.

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In hopes of eliminating the spread of citrus greening, the most serious and contagious citrus disease in the world the U.S. department of Agriculture granted $1.9 million dollars to University of Central Florida researcher Swadeshmukul Santra. They hope he can create a new method of planting photo/BRUCE R. BENNETT/PALM BEACH POST/MCT that can eliminate this disease. Although it is not harmful to humans or animals, it is extremely destructive to citrus groves.

Jameis Winston case settles dispute Four years after Florida State University student Erica Kinsman accused FSU photo/STEPHEN M. DOWELL/ORLANDO SENTINEL/MCT football player Jameis Winston of sexual assault, both parties reached a settlement. The university will pay her $250,000 for violating her Title IX rights, as they did not immediately investigate the case. FSU will also pay her attorneys $700,000. This overall payment of $950,000 is recordbreaking as it is the largest amount paid to settle a Title IX discrimination case.

State Senate approves school choice bill

After a unanimous vote, the Florida senate passed a bill, allowing parents to decide which school their child will attend for academic or athletic purposes, regardless of the county they reside in. Senators passed this bill to give students an opportunity for a better education without having to join a magnet program or moving to a specific district.

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Snowzilla hits the East coast

The Jonas Blizzard buried the East coast in snow, as New York received approximately 26.8 inches and Washington received 17.8 inches in one night. The mayor of New York City shut down the city from Saturday afternoon until Sunday morning and banned any transportation between that time. Winds reached as high as 70 mph, causing tides higher than those of Hurricane Sandy’s in October 2012.

Lead contaminates water in Michigan

In 2014, lead contaminated the drinking water in poverty-stricken Flint, Michigan. The water supply comes from the Flint River, but a pipe leaked, contaminating it. The government donated approximately $5 million in federal aid to solve this lifethreatening problem.

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School releases digital information By MARISA MUHART To get in line with 21st century learning, students will receive an HP x360 laptop for the upcoming school year. The HP x360 laptop will become the main way of taking notes, accessing textbooks and completing assignments. The laptops will contain the same programs as a desktop computer, plus additional apps available on the Windows 8.1 device. “It will be difficult at first for teachers and students to transition from paper to digital texts. Convenience will have a big impact [because] now the majority of a student’s texts will be in one place – on the computer. We are aware that reading on a computer is different than reading from a textbook. The shift will take some time to get used to,” Kimberly Turley, curriculum resource teacher, said. During Braves R Back, Aug. 1-5, students will watch an orientation video and sign user agreement forms to pick up their laptops. If a student can not attend, he can pick up his laptop on the first day of school, but this is not ideal, as students will be expected to use the computers on that first day. To assist teachers and students, technologically savvy students will help troubleshoot computer issues throughout the day. “Some issues will be relatively easy ones to overcome, such as getting familiar with the device itself and the new Windows platform. Others, such as device troubleshooting when there are minor problems, will require a bit more time. We also expect there to be some issues as students who have not had keyboarding training are going to have to improve keyboarding skills fairly rapidly in order to take notes and complete assignments during class on a computer,” Turley said. The school does not plan on going completely digital just yet though. Advanced Placement classes will use textbooks; math classes will use paper and pencils for working out problems and taking notes; and English classes will use conventional books for novels. “Technology will be used to enhance the curriculum. Students will have access to collaborative software, as well

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EPIDEMIC Children in crisis: Homeless families “double up” with family or choose hotels as residences By CARLY MEYER Up by 5 a.m. to catch a 5:40 a.m. Lynx bus to the Downtown Orlando depot station, to then transfer to another bus at 6:40 a.m. that takes him to Kaley Avenue, where he walks the remaining distance to school, often exhausts senior Donald Jones who takes this route each day. Because Jones and his father live at an extended stay hotel on Colonial Drive, just outside of the Boone district, he makes the 1.5 hour city bus commute to school. While he does not enjoy the time it takes him, he knows he has to do it if he wants to graduate. “It just makes me sleepy. I take a two hour nap when I get home, make dinner, and then I’m too tired to do homework,” Jones said. “And going to school is difficult, it’s such a process. I often think, ‘Do I really want to deal with that today’?” Currently 6,574 students

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throughout Orange County have a relatable living situation– they’re legally homeless. They live in hotels/motels, with other family members (commonly called “doubled up”), at temporary shelters or campgrounds. These living arrangements are considered legally homeless or “housing insecure,” and often make getting to school difficult because there is not a scheduled bus stop nearby. But, there could be. Housing insecure students have access to the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act, a federal program that ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for homeless children and youth. McKinney Vento provides federal funding to states for the purpose of supporting district programs that serve homeless students. Two areas of assistance most helpful to homeless families include transportation and free meals. At a parent’s request, homeless students who need transportation to school may request a bus to their current living location, provided it is feasible for the county to do so. Homeless students are also automatically entitled to free meals during the school day. They do not have to complete the formal paperwork. According to an Orlando Sentinel We lived in article, “Soaring number of homeless places you students concentrated in Central Florida,” nearly one-fifth of all wouldn’t homeless public school students across want to walk the state now live in Orange, Osceola in, much less or Seminole county. However, that sleep in at figure may not be accurate because not all families report their situations, night. Matt Apple as Aisha Barber, an OCPS program senior assistant for Homeless Education and Title 1 services, sees first-hand. “Sometimes our pride gets in the way of our best interests. There’s a lot of stigma with being homeless and because of a mortgage or one bad decision everything gets [out of control] and they feel ashamed,” Barber said. “Homelessness doesn’t define who you are, it’s just a situation you live in.” On campus, 56 families have self-reported being homeless, with five of them being unaccompanied youth (those who have run away from home, been thrown out of their homes, or have been abandoned by parents or guardians). Of the reported, three students live in a temporary shelter, four live in a hotel and 49 live in a “doubled-up” situation. Senior Matthew Apple was among the thousands of homeless students in Orange County. For five years he bounced around from place to place. It began in fifth grade, when Apple’s parents divorced, and then his mom lost her job and was diagnosed with cancer. Soon Apple’s mom could no longer afford the rent, which forced him, his mother, older brother and little sister to live with friends and in hotels. “We were constantly moving, which is frustrating. Once you get settled you’re moving again,” Apple said. “It’s

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as presentation and project creation tools. Such applications will allow students to engage in lessons in ways they have not been able to previously. Traditional poster-board projects, for example, can be replaced by multimedia presentations. Students can collaborate with others in real time without even having to sit next to one another. Technology truly allows learning to extend beyond the traditional four walls of a classroom,” Turley said. If a student wishes to not participate in the new technology curriculum, he may. In the case that a student does opt out, OCPS will provide alternative

When I got home, I’d just try to get homework done and get some rest in to start the long day back up Matthew Apple, senior

irritating after so long. We lived in places you wouldn’t want to walk in, much less sleep in at night.” Before attending Boone, Apple attended Oak Ridge High School. However, after enrolling there his living situation changed, again, and the family moved to a hotel close to Freedom High School. Not wanting to continuously change schools, Apple woke at 5 a.m. to catch the school bus that would then get another homeless student at a different hotel before beginning its normal route of student pick up. The school bus ride took up to two hours each way. When he arrived home, he attempted to finish homework and get some sleep to be ready for the long commute the next day. School is important to Apple because he feels it is his only hope out of poverty. In spite of his living arrangements, Apple has maintained a B average, he has a 3.6 weighted and a 3.2 unweighted GPA. “I kept my focus because I didn’t want to repeat my childhood. I wanted better,” Apple said. “I think everything just happened in a certain way for a reason. I stayed hopeful through not wanting to be homeless anymore, and trying to strive for a better living condition. Things are better and I can see the reality of hard work.” Apple is completing his senior year and is happy that he and his family are no longer homeless. He works 35+ hours per week at Chipotle to help split the bills with his mother and brother. For students and families in similar situations to Apple, help is available either through the district office or at school. On this campus, PTSA offers assistance through Braves Bounty (a food pantry) and Kemosabe Kloset (a clothing and hygiene freeshop). To help keep the Braves Bounty stocked, PTSA relies on community donations of non-perishable foods and monetary donations. Additionally, a volunteer picks up Panera Bread’s Sunday leftovers to put in the food pantry. Braves Bounty aims to feed students and their family. Snacks, one meal food bags and three meal family bags are available, free of charge. “For a student to come to school and learn, they need nourishment,” Debbie Nagle, Braves Bounty coordinator, said. “If you aren’t getting food at home, then you can get it here.” After making sure students are fed, the Kemosabe Kloset helps them get exactly what they need clothing and hygiene wise. the Kloset provides clean teen-oriented clothing, including shoes and undergarments, as well as daily necessities like toothpaste, soap, shampoo and deodorant. Their assistance is not limited to what one sees in the room. They help fulfill special requests, like magnet clothing, athletic shoes and sports physicals, to help the socioeconomically disadvantaged students have the same opportunities to participate in activities as their peers. “We personalize The Kloset to fit the needs of the Braves that come in, meaning if we don’t have it, we will get it,” Tracy Losch, Kemosabe Kloset coordinator, said. “One of our biggest issues we feel is that there is a stigma or negativity that comes to mind when you hear ‘The Kemosabe Kloset.’ We want to change that so all of our Braves in need feel comfortable coming in and won’t feel judged by their peers. The Kloset is here to meet the needs so that every Brave can be successful on our campus and off.” To access the Bounty and the Kloset’s services, which exist to help any student who needs them, speak to a guidance counselor. All services are confidential.

resources for those who do not have access to the laptops. While this new technology presents challenges, with time, administration believes it will get easier and more comfortable for everyone. “It will be a change. All changes are a little uncomfortable, at first, but once they begin to use it they will love the opportunities and possibilities that it allows them to do in the classroom,” assistant principal Kelli Marlo said. For more information on the new school year and technology, check out the summer Smoke Signals edition or visit the school’s website, Facebook or Twitter (@ocpsboone) pages. For more personal questions email Kelli. marlo@ocps.net or Kimberly.Turley@ ocps.net.

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ßnews2note local Middle Eastern gun threat occurs on UCF campus After rumors of a Middle Eastern person with a gun stormed through social media, the UCF emergency alert system released a text, warning students of potential danger and stating the library was under a lockdown. Once the UCF police department cleared the library, they realized the gun threat was a false photo/TWITTER alarm. This offended Middle Eastern students on and off campus.

Bishop Moore baseball player passes away at 17

Two weeks before turning 18, Bishop Moore senior and UCF baseball commit Joe Skinner passed away in Dallas, Texas on April 30. Diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia known as B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, on Dec. 8, 2015, he transferred from the Arnold Palmer Hospital to a hospital in Texas after suffering a septic shock. On Monday May 2, Bishop Moore’s staff and students held a moment of prayer for the Skinner family.

state Disney and Duke create solar farm

On April 12, Duke Energy and Disney teamed up to create a 22-acre solar farm with 48,000 photovoltaic panels in the photo courtesy/NEARMAP/TNS shape of Mickey Mouse ears located near Epcot. This farm will provide solar energy to all of the Disney parks in Orlando, promoting their green initiative, and should generate approximately 10.5 million kilowatt-hours per year, throughout the course of the 15 year agreement.

Police officer creates movement

After receiving a noise complaint of children playing basketball outside in Gainesville, Fla., officer Bobby White, of the Gainesville Police Department decided to join them in a game instead. Someone posted a video of the officer playing basketball with the kids on Facebook and it went viral. This officer then created #HoopsNotCrime, a movement encouraging children to participate in sports, such as basketball in hopes of preventing crime. This movement received over $10,000 of donations on GoFundMe.

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Ringling Brothers retire elephants

After numerous outcries from animal rights activists, the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey circus decided to retire elephants from their shows. Ringling Brothers’ elephants performed for the last time on May 1, in Providence Rhode Island. These elephants will now live on a 200-acre conservation center in Florida.

U.S. cruise ship sails to Cuba

On May 1, the Carnival Fathom cruise ship, the Adonia, became the first ship in decades to travel to Cuba since its embargo with the United States. This ship left from Miami, Fla., with about 700 passengers. These passengers can debark onto Cuban soil and go on excursions, unlike before.

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The thriller movie Hiest starring Robert De Niro releases in theaters. Rated R

Happy Holidays

Zac Brown Band concert at Amway Center- 7 p.m. Tickets starting at $60

Central Florida Jewish Film Festival at Enzian Theater

The Noise Effect by Stevie Turner releases. Winter Park Concours d’Elegance in Sanford from 7-10 p.m. Adult tickets $25 (day of event $30) Kid tickets (ages 4-10) $10; children four and under free ticket

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Festival of the Trees at Orlando Museum of Art (Until Nov. 22)

Epcot International Food and Wine Festival ends

Stella Glow video game releases for 3DS rated T; $49.99

Central Florida Jewish Film Festival at Enzian Theater (last day)

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Boys Basketball vs. Olympia

24 Queen (The Blackcoat Rebellion #3) by Aimee Carter releases.

The fantasy/ adventure The Good Dinosaur releases in theaters. Rated PG

Key Club Turkey Smoke

26 Thanksgiving Day The biography/drama The Danish Girl starring Alicia Vikander and Eddie Redmayne releases. Rated R.

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration starts

Canine companions for independence Dog fest walk n’ roll 9 a.m. At Lake Lily in Maitland (free admission)

Adele’s album 25 releases

Varsity Girls Soccer game against Timber Creek (home)

The adaptation movie The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, part 2 releases in theaters

27 Sanford Art Walk, 6-8 p.m. ; theme is “Bountiful Harvest”

Ciara concert at House of Blues- 8 p.m. Tickets starting at $37

The Vamps’ album Wake Up releases Chris Brown’s album Royalty releases.

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The action/adventure Ant Man releases on DVD and Blu-ray. Rated PG-13.

Girls Soccer vs. Freedom (home)

3 Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution 2+ for Playstation vita releases; $49.99

Popcorn Flicks in the Park! Home Alone playing outdoors at Central Park (251 S. Park Ave.) in Winter Park beginning at 7 p.m. (Free admission/ open to public)

Girls Soccer vs. Colonial (Home)

Mennello Museum of American Art free family day

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4’9” guard/forward, junior Standout game: Olympia 23 points Noteable stats: 118 points 30 field goal percentage

6’3” center/forward, sophomore Standout game: Heritage 17 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks Noteable stats: 96 points 48 field goal percentage

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What are your thoughts about Valentine’s Day?

The drama department will feature a musical cabaret on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.

“Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, chocolate and chocolate.” - Reid Marlett, sophomore

teninten “Don’t care about it. I can buy candy for myself.” - Vanessa Cruz, sophomore

We asked 10 students to answer, “What are your thoughts about Valentine’s Day?” in 10 words. Compiled by mariSa muhart

“It’s very sweet to spend money on your loved ones.” - Jinay Hinds, junior

“It’s a loving day to share with friends and family.” - Raymond Tran, sophomore

“I really hate all of the giant stuffed teddy bears.” - Reilly Sheriff, freshman

“It is a day to show love to loved ones.” - Micala Castellaw, senior

“If you don’t have [a] valentine it will suck so bad.” - Destiny Thornton, sophomore

“It’s not that special, every day can be Valentine’s Day.” - Isaiah Rojas, freshman

“Valentine’s Day is nice when I have a significant other.” - Christian Diaz, junior

“I think this holiday is “I’m glad I’m single because demeaning to all single now I can save money.” - Cardell Crawford, senior people.” - Kerry Rimmer, freshman

Amanda Oliver: 6’0” center/forward, senior Standout game: Freedom 17 points, 16 rebounds Noteable stats: 153 points 41 field goal percentage

Emily Colvin: 5’9” guard/forward, senior Standout game: Dr. Phillips 15 points and 11 rebounds Noteable stats: 51 points 34 field goal percentage

Sadie Desroches: 5’8” guard, senior Standout game: Freedom 9 points and 7 rebounds Noteable stats: 55 points 30 field goal percentage

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Sports/ Page 11/ December 18, 2016 This story was to recap the season of the girl’s basketball team. I had some difficulty with this page as the story was complicated to write and the design had to be changed last minute. The page ended up winning an All-Florida award from FSPA.

Entertainment/ Page 6/ February 5, 2016 This was a quick page to show what ten students thought about Valentine’s Day in ten words. There was not much difficulty besides getting trying to get ten students to answer in ten words.

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The Addams Family: A New musical Comedy premiers Thursday, march 10, at 7 p.m. Additional showings are Friday, march 11, 7p.m., and Saturday, march 12, at 2 and 7 p.m. General admission is $10, VIP admission is $20.

[It was] really good. [It was] not that expensive. [The] wait was an hour, but was worth it. sophomore Sophia Sanders

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DIG OR SLICED. Freddy’s Veggie Burger ($5.69 or $8.19) is a black bean burger with Freddy’s sauce, cheese, sliced onion, lettuce and tomato. The melt ($8.95) at Wahlburgers was a different kind of sandwich with a 1/3 lb. burger on thick cut bread and filled with caramelized onions, government cheese, bacon and mustard sauce.

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By MARISA MUHART Wahlburgers and Freddy’s are both burger chains that recently opened locally. We visited both to see how they fared in food, atmosphere and service quality.

WAHLBURGERS STANDS OUT

Walking into Wahlburgers, customers receive two choices: to attend the quick service where the customer goes up to a register, orders his food, and sits at a table in the quick service section of the restaurant; or the full service section with a waiter who serves the customer. Wahlburgers is a delicious, fun restaurant to enjoy with friends and family. The decor is industrial modern, with wood and steel accents. Ceiling decorations display the names of movies Mark Wahlberg starred in and the movie posters on the walls remind guests of the star power. At the bar, large screen TV’s show sports games that the customer can enjoy. The service at Wahlburgers is friendly and attentive. This shows as multiple waiters check to see if the customers need anything additional while they are eating and/or waiting for their food. The waiters are also charismatic and kind. The Dad’s Basic Burger, $7.25, a 1/3 lb. burger with Wahl sauce, a pickle and an onion, is well cooked, having the perfect amount of pink and brown meat. The Wahl sauce, a sweet, yet salty dressing, which tastes like a savory ketchup, was delicious. A delicious dipping sauce, the Wahlsauce proves exceptional. Wahlburgers offer a wide variety of sandwiches such as “The Melt,” $8.95. The Melt is a 1/3 lb. burger, served between thick sliced bread and grilled with melted government cheese, caramelized onions, bacon and mustard sauce. Another kind of sandwich is called “Thanksgiving Day.” The Thanksgiving Day sandwich has fresh ground seasoned turkey, stuffing, Paul’s orange cranberry sauce, roasted butternut squash and mayonnaise. Also offered is “Alma’s Favorite Chicken” which is a seared chicken breast sandwich with crispy iceberg lettuce, fresh tomato, and dad’s buttermilk dressing. For sides, options include fries, tater tots, sweet potato tots and onion rings, all $3.25. The tater tots are crispy, salty and well cooked, displaying a nice golden color. The fries are delicious, especially dipped in the Wahl sauce. The sweet potato tots are described as “simply addictive.” The onion rings were by far the best side dish. They are crispy, thinly sliced, almost shredded onions with a light garlic flavor that is delicious, authentic and real rather than an artificial Funyun taste. For dessert, Wahlburgers offers Grilled Banana Fluffanutta, $3.50. The Grilled Banana Fluffanutta is a mixture of peanut butter, fresh banana, fluff and Nutella. Another dessert option is the Frappes, $5.25, made with Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream available in chocolate, strawberry, coffee, vanilla, mocha black and white and chocolate strawberry flavors. Overall, Wahlburgers is a delicious restaurant that is versatile and great for

family and/or friends to hang out and enjoy a filling, refreshing meal.

FREDDY’S DOES NOT DISAPPOINT

With a classic diner feel, Freddy’s restaurant creates a perfect atmosphere for a group to enjoy a quick, quality meal. Freddy’s is an inexpensive burger and custard restaurant with prices varying from $3.29 (for a hot dog)- $22.99 (for custard cakes). Freddy’s provides welcoming, friendly service. Before being seated the customer orders at a register and then chooses where to sit. When the customer hears his number, he goes to the pick-up counter. While the ordering process does not require much interaction with the workers, wait staff visits the table and ensure everything is going well and if everything fits one’s needs. The double steak burger California Style combo, $8.19, comes with regular fries and a soft drink with free refills. It includes two patties with lettuce, onions, tomato and Freddy’s sauce, a zesty ketchup and ranch-type dressing. The double steak burger has a well-cooked patty and a wide variety of flavors that complement everything on the burger. For a meatless option, Freddy’s offers a veggie burger, $5.69, or $8.19 for a combo meal. The veggie burger has lettuce, tomato, cheese, onion and pickles. The mildly spicy black bean patty with oats and corn was a pleasant surprise. It does not resemble “a hockey puck,” which often happens with fast food restaurant’s black bean burgers. It had the consistency of a real meat patty. Other than a burger or a veggie burger, Freddy’s also offers grilled chicken breast sandwiches and hot dogs as options. The fries, $2.19 or $2.69, highly resemble Steak n’ Shake’s shoestring style: skinny and crispy. They were also very salty, and highly addictive. For dessert, Freddy’s offers different ice creams in the form of a sundae, ranging from $3.69 to $5.49, or a concrete, ranging from $4.19 to $6.19. The sundae and concrete flavors includes the signature turtle, PBC and B, Dirt n’ Worms, Hawaiian Delight, and Chocolate Brownie Delight. Other than the sundaes and concretes, Freddy’s offers an Oreo Custard cookie sandwich, Nutter Butter custard cookie sandwich and a variety of custard cakes. The dirt n’ worms concrete resembles a Dairy Queen blizzard. It contains ice cream, Oreos, pudding and gummy worms. While it may seem a bit strange, the Dirt n’ worms concrete is delicious and a great ending to a filling meal. Overall, Freddy’s receives four stars as it is a clean restaurant, with quality service, inexpensive prices, and good food; however, Freddy’s could not beat the service, food and atmosphere of Wahlburgers. Wahlburgers overcame Freddy’s in the battle of the burger receiving five stars because of the exceptional food, service and atmosphere. Wahlburgers, a delicious burger chain, is recommended for people of all ages and all group sizes.

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Where: SunTrust Center, 200 Orange Ave.

When: mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday 12 a.m. - 10 p.m.

How much: $4.25 (for the House Dog) $9.50 (for the Triple Decker House Burger) Beverages: soft drinks, free refills, spindrift sodas

Extras: good for groups, vegetarian options, options of a sit down restaurant or a quick service restaurant.

Online: wahlburgersrest aurant.com/ locations/florida

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WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS YEAR?

Come out to see the chorus’ first concert of the year on Oct. 20 from 7-8 p.m. in the auditorium

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CHORUS FALL CONCERT

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