Portfolio 2012 Ruben Carrillo
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Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer 3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer 3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
Ruben Carrillo Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Ruben Carrillo Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
Ruben Carrillo Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
Ruben Carrillo Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
Ruben Carrillo
Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com @EliteRuben
Cover Letter
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com
May 14, 2012 Tom Collins Store Manager Publix Supermarkets 123 Edgewater Street Orlando, FL 32804 Dear Mr. Collins, Publix may be searching for an Customer Service Manager who can understand what it takes to run the front lines and maintain control in pressure packed situations. If this is the situation, then please accept the resume for your review. As an older brother and a staffer on the Hi-Lights newspaper, I effectively managed to maintain control of my surroundings during pressure packed situations. I am able to see a situation from many different views. As an effective worker I can help others to maintain the best shopping experience for the customers. As I am a quick learner, I would be a perfect match for the Customer Service Managing position. I would get an opportunity to put into action my leader qualities which will eventually help me develop my skills as a leader, which in turn will help me achieve my long-term career goals. Even though the following resume may show who I am, I believe a face to face interview would help me better show my strengths. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet with you at a convenient time for you. Thank you very much for your review and I hope I hear from you soon. Sincerely,
Ruben Carrillo
Resume
Ruben Carrillo Hi-Lights Newspaper Staffer
Front Service Clerk-Publix Supermarkets
3306 Depauw Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 407-342-5271 rycarrillo10@gmail.com
Objective Learn how to obtain a structured work place from day-to-day without any hiccups.
Education Completed two years at Boone High School Graduation date: June 2014 Completed six years at Saint James Cathedral School G.P.A. 3.0
Experience
Publix Front Service Clerk- to provide excellent customer service to anyone who steps in our stores Newspaper Staff Member, Boone High School- to be on deadline and write meaningful stories March 2012- present, Front Service Clerk Aug 2011-present, Wrote news stories using web sources and books.
Relevant High School Studies Honors, Awards, and Memberships References
Renee Burke Jamie Hoffmann
Personal Essay
Before joining staff I had no clue how much work a journalist put into writing his or her stories. Now that I am on staff I have a much better understanding of what it takes to be a great journalist. Even though I am leaving staff I will miss the excitement of getting the story you wanted and the encouragement you got from other staffers and Mrs. Burke. Journalism is an excellent way to increase your writing skills, become more confident with your writing and to increase your social skills. It is the perfect excuse to be nosey. Journalism is a great way to increase your writing skills because you are writing all of the time. You increase your writing skills by noticing what patterns you have while writing and also by pointing out what mistakes you are commonly making so to improve your writing. You can increase your social skills by interviewing people and getting to know them through the questions you ask them. I got started in journalism because I wanted to become a better writer and my step-mom and I looked at all of the other electives and we realized this was the best one for me because I had a calling to writing. I took the journalism class and worked very hard and to the best of my ability. I loved the class so much I was interviewed and later was chosen to be on staff for the 2012 edition of Hi-Lights. To succeed I made sure I had my interviews three to five days in advance. Also I made sure I used my time in Mrs. Burke’s class efficiently to work on anything that wasn’t on time. Finally to succeed in journalism I made sure I was never disrespectful to anyone I came in contact with. I have contributed the teacher’s angle on what is going on in the school system to journalism. I have also contributed many ideas for the paper next year having to do with page ideas. My plans regarding journalism are to become an ESPN sports broadcaster or to have a beat about writing for the Dallas Mavericks basketball team. I hope to accomplish this goal by using the writing skills I have acquired during my time taking these journalism classes.
Selfanalytical Evaluation
I have learned so much during the Journalism II course this year. I have learned how to manage my time, make pages on indesign, advertising skills, and how to work with a team. I have learned how to manage my time by having multiple stories at once, but have not succeeded in managing my time with both stories as making deadline was not my strong point. I learned how to make pages on indesign by making DPS ideas for the retiree’s page and all of my stories that have gone to press this year. I have learned advertising skills because before the school year even starts Mrs. Burke has the staff sell ads to fundraise for equipment for us to use, and while selling ads I had to use great speaking skills and great manners as well. I learned how to work on a team by working with the staff everyday of the school week during fifth period. I learned how to cooperate with others and learned to respect what others say and that I am not always right. Out of all of the things I have learned one staff I believe the most important skill is to be able to manage your time wisely. If you cannot do so then you will not succeed in life and will not get any farther than high school.
Reflection 1
The horoscope article was, in my opinion, my best piece. Why? Well, I remember this assignment as one that did not interest me at all. However, with the help of many of my peers and editors, I was able to develop interest and pick up traction with the piece. The subject was originally not attractive because I really didn’t believe horoscopes really were real and that they could predict your day, but once I dove into it, much interest sparked within me. Horoscopes! Who would have thought? People, stars, animals, months and moods, gosh, it was an immense amount of information that I was certainly not ready for. I researched several sources. The whole process was very tedious because of the amount of reading it took me to learn and understand the subject better. Then after completing the research, the hardest part was capturing the readers’ attention. I learned that talking about horoscopes I learned is a matter of quick interest for many students and adults. Those who care about horoscopes wanted some good information that would be relevant to them, their lives and even to their families. I wanted the students at Boone to get a true sense for what they felt they knew about horoscopes and instill in them an appetite to learn about this ancient belief system. A perfect example is this: what I thought I knew was far from the truth about horoscopes. I thought it was just about stars and animals in a specific month. I was clearly mistaken and unversed on this subject. I was in for a reality check. I did not really know anything at all. Learning the origins of this field and how horoscopes apply to a person’s life truly gave me a completely different perspective. This new understanding helped me share my findings with the newspaper audience. Finally, I felt this paper was one of my best pieces because I honestly prepared. In addition, I took time to analyze and research the subject. Likewise, I am proud to say that I got my interviews early. I showed myself, much to my own amazement, that I can meet all deadlines required by Mrs. Burke… and in life.
Rough Draft
Final Draft
Reflection 2
In my opinion, the culture of Africa article was the one story I could have the most improved upon. As I look back on this piece, I remember this assignment as being very interesting to me. I simply love learning about African culture and different ways of life. The subject was very attractive, but posed a challenge to me. I had to research an abundance of information. I can honestly say that I was not prepared for this. To be completely honest, I began to feel very overwhelmed. This immense amount of information that was coming towards me caught me off guard and blew me off track. I failed to shape my thoughts and was naive and didn’t ask for help. I researched a tremendous amount of sources. The whole process took about two days to find all of the research. In retrospect, this was not even that bad. The hardest part of the story was writing it. I have to say this is often my downfall. Since I don’t know where or how to start, I don’t. I freeze. This I have learned is not effective. Would I start on African culture and then lead the reader to the former refugee? Would I explain what this young man’s life was like before moving to the United States? Should I start off with the teacher who was qualified to compete in the Olympics but wasn’t permitted because her country was under apartheid? This is where things began to unravel. I didn’t know where to start, so I pretended this piece would either go away or magically write itself. Clearly, I was not wise in this approach. I believed that the piece could have been improved if I had known what to start with from the beginning. It also would have been smart to ask for help. I also was not prepared for the information beforehand, and this set me back. Now that I have looked over the story a numerous amount of times, it is still a work in progress. I never fully finished the story to my best ability. There were times when I thought the story was going to get pulled but it wasn’t. Deep down, I knew I had failed myself and the staff. I really think Mrs. Burke believed in my writing and how I would be able to finish the story. In hindsight, I am sorry I let her down. I was afraid of being critiqued because I took it as “criticism”. If I could go back I would make sure I got all of my interviews five days in advance so I would be able to be on deadline.
Rough Draft
Final Draft
Reflection 3
I am proud of this picture because it shows depth of field and center of visual interest because the golfer in the background is blurry and the center of visual interest is the ball and the hole. I am attracted to this photo because it is so close to the ball and the hole.
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I am proud of this picture because it has a center of visual interest with the man in the orange shirt grilling burgers. It also has filling the frame because the frame of the photo is filled with action. I am attracted to this photo because of the man’s orange shirt which is very bright which catches my eye.
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I am proud of this picture because it had a center of visual interest with the band booster putting water bottles in the cooler. It also has filling the frame because the action the booster is completing takes up all of the space in the photograph.
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Reflection 4
I was an asset to the 2012 edition of Hi-Lights. Why? I helped give the teachers perspective on certain issues through my step-mom who works at Boone. She gave me valuable information on what certain teachers were thinking about rules and regulations. I brought new ideas to the staff and I gave advice on what I knew how to do best to other staff members. My commitment to the 2012 edition of Hi-Lights was very extent because I really cared about the paper. I also cared about how the design looked. Lastly, I was always thinking about ideas that could be used for the next issue we were about to write. Being on newspaper staff touched all parts of my life. An example of this is when I wrote the Rivalries story. This piece was on sports rivalries within a household. I came up with the idea of having a picture of the two sides of the family being ripped in half due to the “divided household�. I got this idea from a flag I saw. Another example is when I wrote my YouTube story I had the idea of having my story put on a picture of a computer screen so the story would look like a video on YouTube. Therefore I believe my commitment to the paper was extensive because I would stay after school because I was never on deadline and would stay until the story was finished. My commitment to the newspaper was extensive also because if there was a meeting or a specific event I went to the meeting or event without a doubt.
Reflection 5
I faced a couple of problems during the course of the year but one that bothers me the most is failing to be on time for every deadline. I could almost never make deadline. During the year I made deadline only twice out of the six issues we printed. That is 33.3% of the time. I learned that to be early I have to start preparing before anyone else. If the deadline for peer edits is May 25th then I should have had all of my interviews by May 20th. This allows for any issues. I seemed to have a hard time following this “five day cushion” rule. This would have given me some breathing room just in case somebody was sick for an interview. This way, I would not have been scrambling to get it the day the peer edits were due. This apparently was a hard lesson for me to learn. The importance of being organized is immeasurable. If you aren’t organized then you will not make it in life, let alone any high school class. This reality came to up every single month. I am finally realizing that I can’t be a success if my disorganization gets in my way. Keeping organized is essential to success. I finally get it. If failing to be on deadline comes up again, I will be better prepared and will be able to handle the situation better because I have been there many times before. If that happened again I would see if I have all of my interviews. Next, I would see if I was done with my first draft. After that, I would start working on the element of my story that I know I would be able to complete to the best of my ability in the quickest amount of time. I feel like I didn’t handle the situation well at all because when I wasn’t on deadline I would shut down. I needed to just be honest. I needed to ask for help. All of my classes would suffer when I got myself into this mess. The class that suffered the most though was Journalism.
Reflection 6
On the midterm, I wrote that my greatest weakness was not being on deadline. Therefore I wanted to make deadline for the rest of the year. I wanted to prove to myself, the staff and the teacher that I could actually do it. I failed miserably. In fact, I almost had the paper not go to press. This caused many people on staff to become stressed and also cause Mrs. Burke to be quite disappointed with me. I am deeply remorseful for causing such a mess. I improved by making deadline for two issues back to back but then fell back down the slope to not being on deadline again. I want to know why I ride this academic roller coaster. Why do I do this to myself? I would be very upset with the staffer who wasn’t on deadline and almost caused the paper to not go to press. I don’t know why I did it but I just stopped trying. I lost interest with the class and journalism no longer called me. I now understand this is no reason to stop. For my horoscope and “10 in 10” stories I was on deadline. This made me feel very proud of my work. I have improved on making my own pages because now at the end of the year I have for the most part come up with my own page designs. For the rest of the year I let the staff and Mrs. Burke down by not making deadline and not pushing myself hard enough. I continue to remedy this self-defeating behavior of mine. My ultimate goal on staff was to have a sports column and write about sports that are going on around the world and also local sports.
Reflection 7
N2 Ind-depth News/Feature Story Zodiac Signs Help One Look to Future, December pg. 14 I want this piece to represent me because it is my best work and I put all of my effort into it.
N29 Single Sports Photograph Despite Losses Boy’s Keep Positive Attitude, October pg. 22 I want this picture to represent me because I remember how many times it took to take this photo and when I was finally able to get it I was so happy that I got such a great shot for the paper.
N37 Typography Despite Losses Boy’s Keep Positive Attitude, October pg. 22 I want this page design to represent me because I put a lot of hard work into this page by manuvering everything around many times to see how everything would fit together.
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Story hidden behind fr STUDENT GOVERNMENT PRESIDENTS TELL ALL By LIZZY GORDON These students are school class presidents today but will soon be the nation’s brave leaders tomorrow. Each of the three presidents and vice presidents, possess leadership and organizational skills. They devote hours of their time to make school events run smoothly. Without them, Student Government sponsored events like Kiss the Pig, the homecoming parade, and the homecoming dance would not be possible. “SGA is the heart of Boone, the invisible force that keeps everything running. You don’t always see what happens behind the scenes, but our officers are always working very hard,” club sponsor Jennifer Hines said. The Senior
Class president is Elizabeth McEwan. Throughout the year her time is consumed by the National Honor Society, cheer, flag football, weight lifting and track. “Right now we are focussing on the homecoming parade and the senior bonfire,” McEwan said. “[While preparing for the parade] we have to find people to donate cars that are driven during the parade. We also talk to the police department, and we tell all the schools surrounding Boone about our parade so they can come and watch and so they are aware of traffic.” Throughout the year, Senior Class Council is responsible for organizing blood drives, the senior breakfast, and events regarding graduation. On average every class president
spends 8-12 hours on SGA a week. This includes time spent working during class, lunch, meetings and after school. “After we pick the theme [for homecoming] we work on ticket designs, and start picking food to have catered,” junior class president Emily Porterfield said. “This year we are going to have a few surprises; we’ve been thinking outside the box.” Porterfield, like McEwan, is a cheerleader. She is a Math Center tutor, and is on the weight lifting team. The Sophomore Class president is Brendan Francis; he plays football, runs track and is involved in Fellowship of Christian Athletes. This class is preparing for the Powder Bowl and Kiss the Pig. “[While planning for powder bowl]
we have to hold meetings for those who want to participate, we have to make rules and regulations so no one gets hurt, then we have to give cheerleaders and players jerseys,” Francis said. Kiss the Pig raises money for students and families in the community that cannot afford Thanksgiving meals. The teacher who raised the most money has to kiss a pig tonight at the game. “For Kiss the Pig we usually have to pay for the pig itself and its transportation,” Sophomore Class vice president Katharyn Lindborg said. “But this year the pig and its transportation are being donated to us. We are very appreciative of this because now we can donate 100 percent of the proceed to the Thanksgiving baskets made in November.”
VOLUNTEERS HELP MARCHING BAND WITH DAILY OPERATIONS By RUBEN CARRILLO Mending ripped color guard flags stitch by stitch they work their way toward the end of the linen, finishing the flags and band uniforms. These band boosters work day in and day out putting their heart and soul into everything they do for the band. The 70 active boosters assist the band directors and students with anything they need for marching, concert and winter guard season. They also help with chaperoning, fund raising, and fixing uniforms and flags. “Being a band booster means a lot to me because I care about music and education. The band is made up of 180 amazing kids and two very talented directors, and I love being able to support them,” booster vice president Suzanne Komanski said. Students in band spend approximately seven hours practicing per week after school. “Being part of the band is a big commitment because the kids put a lot of time and effort into it, and they must be very dedicated. They must practice at home not just on the field,” Komanski said. Last March the band traveled to the Big Apple to play at Carnegie Hall. “It was a once in a lifetime opportunity for these kids. And I was glad to share it with them,” Komanski said with a smile on her face. Parents of band members do not have to become band boosters but are
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strongly encouraged to do so. The assistant band director Jose Eslava described the most helpful booster’s as always being there when needed, they go with the flow, they do not refute things and do not try to change things. For each home game there are about 25 boosters who show up to volunteer. They either help with the concession stand, grill burgers, get kids ready for the game or fill water bottles. Brad Rohrer-Colvin is one of the 180 band kids who enjoys the company of the band boosters. “I love the boosters; they bring food and drinks. Without boosters there would be no band. They keep the band members from going insane,” Rohrer-Colvin said. The boosters arrive at the same time as the band members do, which is about 4 p.m., sometimes earlier, and they stay until all the equipment is put away and all uniforms are collected. After an away game this can be as late as 1 a.m. “It’s nice to know that the parents and the school system are working together to help us out,” Rohrer-Colvin said. The boosters work to help the band and the band directors with each and every little thing., but it also means very few days off especially during marching season.
October 7, 2011
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Despite losses, boys keep positive attitude GOLFERS WORK TO KEEP FOCUSED
photo/RUBEN CARRILLO
LINE IT UP. On Wednesday, Sept. 7, Junior Tyler Stokes practices before a dual match against Bishop Moore and Lake Nona. “I haven’t stopped because it’s fun. It’s rewarding to see my improvement,” Stokes said. Stokes shot a 51.
By RUBEN CARRILLO It is a hot September day and there is no one in sight, just the boys and their clubs. They have arrived an hour and a half early to warm up and get the juices flowing. They do not care what they are going to do when they get home. They are in the moment, ready to tee off, ready to start the wonderful, but occasionally aggravating game of golf. The boys felt the aggravation of the game with a few close losses, like to Hagerty by one stroke, 194-193; and by three to Lake Nona, 171-174. The boys current record is 12-3, but they are remaining positive. “We have a very difficult schedule this season, so that is about right where this team should be at this point in the season,” coach Todd Gregory said. Like every team they have advantages and disadvantages. Sophomore Clinton Nickerson is confident in the ability to get on the green in a few strokes; junior Thomas Green thinks the team’s advantage is they can hit the ball far;
and coach Todd Gregory believes the strength is that the team consists primarily of first year players. Gregory said with everyone being new they have a desire to play and be a part of the matches and district tournament. Nickerson believes the team’s three disadvantages are their short game, letting other things besides golf get into their heads, and that nobody on the team has a good day on the same day - all of which are items they are working to improve. Joshua Maldonado, the sole freshman on the team, is playing well for his first season and is considered the rookie of the team. One of the leaders is senior Kyle Leveille who, coach Todd Gregory said, plays his best when it counts. In the dual matches on Sept. 14 and Sept. 15, Leveille shot a 39. Even though the team lost three of those four matches, Leveille worked to show his teammates that consistency matters and that they need to keep their head in the game. To prepare for all matches, “we focus on our game and goals and
we don’t worry about the other teams. Golf is a unique team sport because the other teams can’t play defense against us, so we can only focus on how we play,” Coach Gregory said. The annual rival game against the Edgewater Eagles is Oct. 10, at the Country Club of Orlando at 8 a.m. Winter Park will also play in this match.
Favorite Courses
The golf team discloses their favorite courses
1. “Country Club of Orlando because it’s always in really good shape and everyone there shows a lot of class,” senior Kyle Leveille said. 2. “I like North Shore because the people who own the course are very welcoming,” junior Thomas Green said.
First year bowlers pull their weight WITH THE SENIORS GONE UNDERCLASSMEN STEP UP By AUSTIN HALL Both bowling teams suffered tremendous losses when last years seniors graduated. The girls team alone lost five players, which is more than half of this year’s team. This gives the opportunity for younger bowlers to put themselves out there. “We have a lot of new blood on both teams, but I am happy with the progress,” bowling coach Daniel Tringali said. The boys bowling team had their first try-out before school started and the team did not muster up the minimum 10 boys that Tringali wanted. The second try-out during the first week of school garnered 10 bowlers on the boys team, and eight bowlers on the girls team. The boys bowling team holds a 3-4 season record beating Lake Nona, East River and Oak Ridge, all by at least 171 pins, but losing to Timber Creek, University and Winter Park. First year bowlers like juniors Hunter Monn and Stephanie Spence do not feel the pressure, but senior Ashley Cassidy feels differently. This is Cassidy’s first year on the school
bowling team but not her first year bowling in competitions. Cassidy has been bowling since she was 5-years-old and has been competing in scholarship leagues up until this year, earning money towards her college fund. Cassidy is currently leading the girls team with a 153.5 pin average. “The only thing going through my mind [when I release the ball] is ‘Am I going to get a strike?’,” Cassidy said. The girls bowling team also holds a 3-3 record losing to University, Winter Park and Oak Ridge. “[Winning] makes me feel accomplished,” Spence said. This is Spence’s first year on the team and she has the second best pin average on the girls’ team at 107.7. Even with the huge loss of players, both bowling teams are learning and with new talent comes progress and potential. Among those new players are more experienced players who help and support those in need. At practice no good deed goes unsung. The amount of chemistry the bowlers share can be clearly seen by the showers of high fives and cheers after every bowl no matter what the score is, creating an atmosphere comparable to that of a family outing. This sets the bowling team apart from other sports teams.
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Rivalries make sports fun photo courtesy/IRWIN FAMILY
SCALP EM. Before a FSU game, senior Bradley Irwin, Kyle Irwin, Brian Irwin, Cailyann Coble, Kevin Irwin and Robert Coble gather to cheer on their favorite team.
photo courtesy/McEWAN FAMILY
NUMBER ONE FANS. After the National Championship game, the McEwan family (Robbie, Michael, Dominic, Elizabeth, Christina, Monica and Robbie Sr.) show their support of the #1 Gator team.
12/31/11
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By RUBEN CARILLO November marks a month of highly anticipated rivalry games. On Nov. 11, Boone and Edgewater will face off in their 60th match-up. For this competition sides are easily chosen. Also, on Nov. 26, the annual University of Florida versus Florida State University game takes place. However, the Irwin, McEwan and Smith family have chosen sides and they aren’t all the same. The McEwan family will be ready to cheer on the Florida Gators, while the Irwin’s will be rooting for the Florida State Seminoles, and the Smith’s are a family divided. The Gators had six consecutive wins against FSU until 2010 when the Seminoles won, 31-7. In the upcoming game, the Seminoles are ready to beat the Gators again. While the match up is still weeks away, the trash talking has already begun. Senior Bradley Irwin posts statuses on his Facebook page to let everyone know how he feels or perhaps to anger those die-hard Florida fans. His posts include: “I can’t stand Gator fans. They’re so freakin’ cocky!! No duh you’re 4-0 ... You’ve played unranked Florida Atlantic, unranked UAB, unranked Tennessee, and unranked Kentucky. I hope #3 Alabama gives you guys a wakeup call that you’re not all that.” Then after the Alabama game on Oct.1, B. Irwin posted: “Welcome to The Swamp where the Tide Rolls through...” B. Irwin says he is loyal to the Seminoles because his mom is an FSU alumni. His younger brother, Kevin Irwin believes that FSU has united his family because they all like the team and watch the games together. No matter the team choice, tailgating is a favorite of both sides. All three families grill burgers, hot dogs and hang out
We Asked If you had to choose which would you pick, Gators or Seminoles?
53% Students prefer UF over FSU
47% Students prefer FSU over UF Number 283 polled, Oct. 24
with friends before for the big game. “My favorite part is spending time with family and friends. It gives us a chance after a busy week to be together. It’s nice to eat, throw a football around and converse. [I also like] the competitive atmosphere,” McEwan said. Wyatt and Katy Smith are part of a house divided and really don’t mind it. Junior Wyatt Smith is an FSU fan because their brother went there, while Katy is a UF fan because their sister went there. The Florida Gators and the Florida State Seminoles game will be aired on ESPN, the time is still to be announced, but the bets are being wagered, or wished upon. “Winning by one field goal at the end of the game. That would be the perfect game against UF,” K. Irwin said.
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Volume 60, Issue No. 3
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Cladius Ptolemy, a person who tries to interpret the influence of heavenly bodies on human affairs, and astronomer, a scientific observer of the celestial bodies, whose book Tetrabiblos set the basis of the Western astronomy tradition. “[The daily horoscope] has an organized way to think about your day. If you have a positive horoscope [that day] then your day will be positive,” sophomore Alexandria Davis said. If a person is an Aquarius (waterbearer) he was born between Jan. 20 to Feb. 18. An Aquarius is a friend to the entire world. An Aquarius also cares about the environment. He is usually liked very much and likes to mix and mingle with strangers. A Pisces (fish) is born Feb. 19 to March 20. A Pisces tends to lose himself in a world of dreams and imagination. He is also known for being extremely sensitive to those around him. Aries (ram) are born from March 21 to April 19. He sets out with a
brave heart and wants every thing to happen immediately, like if he asks someone for something he wants the action to happen immediately. Aries do not beat around the bush and are organized, leaders and very romantic. A Taurus (bull) is born from April 20 to May 20. He is usually calm but has a rare temper if told to change his ways. He takes his time making a decision and sticks to what he knows. A Gemini (twins) is born from May 21 to June 20. Geminis are usually friendly, quick-witted and love playing with words. A Gemini is enthusiastic and has to be informed about what is going on the in the world. He who has the Zodiac sign of Cancer (crab) is born from June 21 to July 22. He is sensitive to the feelings of others, has a creative imagination and is devoted to his home and family. A Leo (lion) is born from July 23 to Aug. 22. A Leo is warm and radiant. He is ready to help anybody with any task big or small. He likes to be thanked for the good deeds he does. A Virgo (maiden) is born from Aug. 23 to Sept. 23. Virgos are known for being studious. Likewise, they are not
interested in glory for themselves but use their common sense to make sure the job is finished correctly. A Libra (scales) is born from Sept. 24 to Oct. 22. He wants everything to be harmonious and peaceful. He dislikes anything that is rough or rude. Libras like their surroundings to be balanced and tasteful. A Scorpio (scorpion) is born from Oct. 23 to Nov. 21. When he sets his mind on something, nothing can distract him. Scorpios are mysterious, intense and truthful. A Sagittarius (archer) is born from Nov. 22 to Dec. 21. He who falls under Sagittarius is generous and full of enthusiasm, and answers to himself and no one else. A Capricorn (mountain goat) is born from Dec. 22 to Jan. 19. Capricorns are known for their determination and one can be depend on them. Friendly, sensitive, brave, calm, quick-witted, creative, warm, studious, peaceful, mysterious, adventurous and determined. By learning about the
different Zodiac symbols one can learn how to best understand and interact with others.
Fast Facts
• Zodiacs started by Babylonian astronomers during 100 B.C.
• There are twelve Zodiac signs, one for each month. • Cladius Ptolemy’s book, Tetrabiblos, set the basis of the Western atronomy tradition. • Babylonian star catalogues entered Greek astronomy around the 4th century.
Horoscopes become a daily routine STUDENT USES A DAILY DOSE OF HIS HOROSCOPES By JOSH HALLORAN Every morning millions of teenagers receive and closely study text messages and emails telling them what their horoscopes for the day will be. Sophomore Michael Hill revolves his day around what his horoscope reads. Each day he wakes up and plans his day accordingly to what his horoscope has predicted for him. Hill is not alone, over millions of people wake up each and every morning to receive their Horoscopes. Horoscopes play a big part of a person’s day, deciding how the outcome of the day will be. “[Horoscopes] play a big part of my day, if my horoscope isn’t
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positive then my day is normally not positive,” Hill said. People have became familiar with horoscopes, because they appear in different places such as magazines, online social media websites and in newspapers. A basic horoscope is based on a person’s birth month, date and birth year as well as during which of the 12 Zodiac segments the birth occurs. “The concept [of] how it said if you are born under a certain sign, you act this way and have these traits, that intrigued me into following my horoscope daily,” Hill said. Hill is known for telling people their horoscopes from a book he brought to school called What Your Birthday Says About You. The book gives information about horoscopes and describes what a person born on a certain day is like and what they are interested in. Hill reads other students a paragraph about what their birth date says about them. Students were amazed that what they were hearing about themselves
appeared to be 100 percent accurate about their personality. “Horoscopes tell me who I’m compatible with and also give me a heads up with what I am dealing with in a person,” Hill said. Hill would rather know someone’s Zodiac sign before he meets them because then he will know more about the person and his personality traits. “When I first read it was spot on, it described me perfectly. My brother showed me a book that described my birthday, and it described me perfectly,” Hill said. As a Pisces, Hill is described as a compassionate, artistic, sensitive and spiritual individual. Hill is known around school as a generous, compassionate, peaceful and a kind individual. Also Pisces tend to depend on intuition more than on rational mind. “Astrology is more complex than many think. It is very deep to comprehend and if you do understand it, it is fascinating,” Hill said. “Horoscopes
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are mystical, and they show why people act the certain way they act. I think it is interesting to look for clues throughout the days. It makes my life like a puzzle,” Hill subscribed to a website called, www.horoscope.com about a year ago. He receives an email and a text message each day to explain his Horoscope. There are over thousands of websites involving horoscopes “I feel that since I started following my horoscope, my life has changed. I have met more friends and have also had more opportunities that have come may way,” Hill said. Based on Hill’s Zodiac sign he has traits that make him assertive and demanding. He likes to get his point across so that people understand where he is coming from. Each night millions of people all around the world go to sleep knowing they will wake up the next day to another horoscope, which could make or break their day.
Astrology is more complex than many think, it is deep to comprehend and if you do understand it is fascinating.
- michael hill, sophomore
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We asked 10 students to answer “What is your favorite Valentine’s Day gift?” in 10 words.
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“Chocolates, I like the taste and don’t like other candy.” - kenneth capi, freshman
“Candy, because it’s better than flowers; you can eat it.” - misty burnett, junior
“A Valentine because I don’t like to be left out.” - caroline smith, freshman
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Upcming events and items you may have missed
BUCKLE UP- HELP CAUSE
Tomorrow, Feb. 11, the Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation will host their 2nd annual Fundraiser to celebrate the lives of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse. The event is from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Chilly Spoons and Tijuana Flats on Orange Avenue. Enjoy music, food, inflatables and raffle prizes. Come join this family friendly evening with your community.
NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE
Valencia College is hosting two more FAFSA help nights. These nights will provide expert assistance to students and parents on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The dates and times are: Osceola Campus, Feb. 17, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and East Campus, Feb. 22, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
GRAD BASH 2012- IT’S COMING
Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 22 to March 6, seniors can purchase tickets for the event in Room 220 from Senior Class sponsor Sarah Kittrell. Tickets are $60 and provide entry to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Annual passes are not accepted for this special event. Attendees must ride the transportation provided by the school to and from the event. To purchase tickets online go to: https://www. mypaynetapps.com/user.php?create_account.
SENIORS - GET YOUR CAP, GOWN
Graduation is set for June 2. Seniors must have a cap and gown to walk. These can still be ordered from Herff Jones at www.herfforlando.com or go to their local office at 112 N. Wymore Rd., Winter Park. Call 407-647-4373 for more
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“Chocolate, because it tastes good and it symbolizes my “Either jewelry, flowers or chocolates; they are from the hunger.” - jonathan graziano, freshman heart.” - julio colon, junior “I like chocolate and white roses because they are pretty.” “Flowers, because they are sweet “Flowers and a date out to dinner - dalines rodriguez, freshman and smell delicious like perfume.” because it’s romantic.” - christen black, sophomore - jessica day, senior
“Money, because you can buy whatever you want with it.” - bradley stiles, sophomore “A card because it shows how much a person cares.” - michael john day, sophomore
information. Cost is $65.
GREEN UP BOONE
Get your gloves and shovels ready. Each club is required to be on campus March 17 to help beautify the grounds. Club members may need to weed, mulch, plant and clean set areas. This event does qualify for four community service hours, 8 a.m. to noon.
SAVE THE DATE
On Thursday, May 24, the spring football team will play at Colonial High School at 7:30 p.m. This will be a preview of “Zig’s Pigs” 2012 season.
BRAVES SAVE LIVES
Of the 230 students, faculty, parents and community members who attempted to give blood in honor of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse, they collected 196 pints. This was a record breaking day. Watch a video the blood bank by using your smartphone to scan this QR code.
HOSA wins awards
On Saturday, Feb. 4, 27 students competed in the Health Occupations Student of America regional competition at Cypress Creek High School. Students competed in medical
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or health related events, many of them competing for the first time. The following students placed in the said categories: Concepts of Health Care: 2nd Pamela Bautista, 3rd Marvid Rodriguez; Health Education 1st: Anika Sarwar, Ilyana Vargas, and Cierra Walker; Human Growth and Development: 1st Rachel Machado, 2nd Carlos Roman, 4th Adismary Salinas; Medical Math: 2nd Danielle Kennedy; Medical Terminology: 4th Lorenzo Stefko; Nutrition: 1st Matara Francis; Pathophysiology: 3rd Ariana Vargas; Pharmacology: 3rd Rachel Watson; Public Health Emergency Preparedness: 2nd Tiffany Campos, Dinorah Figueroa, Christopher Smith, and Dustyn van Haaren; Sports Medicine: 1st Elisa Carrion, 3rd Amanda Swartwout.
RESERVATION RUN
Over 700 runners participated in the certified 5K race on Saturday, Feb. 4. BHSAA would like to thank everyone who came out for the Fourth Annual Reservation Run. It was great to see all the students, teachers, families and friends coming together to have fun and raise lots of money for so many clubs and sports teams. Final numbers are being tallied and we will be announcing the winners of the Spirit awards soon. They also would like to thank all the sponsors who made the event possible: Arnold Palmer Hospital, OUC, Kiwanis Club Orlando, Anderson-Moopen Orthodontics, CORA Rehab, FL Hospital Centra Care, Flop Life, FM Automotive, Old FL National Bank, Orlando Orthopedic, SC Advisors, Thomas Lumber, First Service Title, Harrison’s Pharmacy, Dr. Doug Huhn, Dr. Gregory Reddish, and Andrew Reiff, PA.
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By TYLER PATRICK e Earth is approximately 24,860 round and as of August 2011, 7 billion people. This number of e is spread across seven continents atures a wide variety of cultures. school features at least one dual from each continent. ese stories are from various nts across the campus who from each continent. Take this ey across Boone’s Reservation to discover the reasons behind s cultures and how they adapt to ican lifestyles. -Lights chose this spread to d on the cultures that make up Boone and show differences and rities through an education fun-
Oriental cultures influence perspective By LIA VILLAR Not knowing the traditions or influences the United States is built upon can create barriers for numerous immigrating families. Junior ShuTong Zhang experienced barriers after leaving the populous country of 1.3 billion people in China and coming to the United States. His way of life changed drastically as he adjusted to American values and an increased emphasis on pop culture. “I was 10-years-old when I left China. My home country is very big and it’s crowded, very populous. We have a really ancient history and also we have a lot of traditions and festivals. China has a lot more tradition influencing us than pop culture,” Zhang said. Above of all other traditions, the brilliant environment of Chinese New Year is filled with colors of red and gold and is a tremendous celebration in China. “Chinese New Year is the most important holiday of the year. It’s celebrated like Christmas in America where people and families gather together to wish for good luck and
good fortune,” Zhang said. Preparing for Chinese New Year requires people to take weeks off of work to prepare for the holiday. Both men and women receive haircuts before the New Year, believing it will deliver good fortune and if not cut, bring them bad luck. “My family, mainly my mom and I, make dumplings [for Chinese New Year but since] my family is really westernized, we don’t really practice the traditions,” Zhang said. South of China, having a population of 86.9 million, freshman Huong Dang left Vietnam when she was eight years old. “In Vietnam, there is a vibrant atmosphere. Vietnam is hotter [than Florida]. In the evening people [will] crowd around downtown and there [are] food carts everywhere selling soy milk or fried rice,” Dang said. Accompanying their vibrant atmosphere, Vietnam’s lively festival, Tet, means the first morning of the first day of the new year and lasts for three days. Cleaning is frowned upon during Tet, in fear that families will sweep out
the good luck. Traditional foods such as earth cake, a square cake made with rice beans and pork, and several different desserts made with coconut are offered during the festivities. Like Chinese New Year, Tet honors the year of the dragon, celebrated on January 23. With both China and Vietnam celebrating New Years for good fortune, they both have a strong link to the Confucian philosophy. Children are educated to respect their elders and value education. “My family believes that school should be well disciplined. In China, our school was the most important aspect of our lives. We didn’t have time to hangout with friends because we had a lot of homework to do. American education is very liberal [because] we get to choose what classes we want to take,” Zhang said. Unlike students in American schools, who are only required to go five times a week, in China, children attend school six days a week from early morning, about 7 a.m., to at least 4 p.m. Even though all children are able to go to primary school and middle school for
free, parents are still required to pay for uniforms and books. If the child intends on furthering his education, parents must pay for public high school. “[My family came to America] in search of better living conditions. We were in poverty. [Our house was] very old, the paint was chipped and there were seven people living in one house [with] one bathroom and no air conditioning. [My parents] hope [by coming to America] that I’ll get into a better college and [find] a good job here,” Dang said. Along with putting education as a priority, stereotypes develop toward Zhang and Dang, labeling them as smart because they are Asian. But despite the stereotypes, both Dang’s and Zhang’s cultures have influenced their ways of life. “I hear people say that I get good grades because I’m Asian, [but] success can only be achieved through hard work. [That’s what my culture has] taught me, to do the best I can to succeed and to value education,” Zhang said.
Student, teacher love African culture By RUBEN CARRILLO In the war stricken country of Sudan death is everywhere. The people are in distress and need help. The United Nations picks families in Africa who are healthy enough to move to America, to come to the “Land of the Free.” “It wasn’t the most peaceful place, but was really simple. People weren’t concerned about superficial materials. [We] lived on a day-to-day basis,” junior Weng Ruach said. Ruach was 7-years-old when the UN picked him and his family to move to America. Ruach came with his mother, father and little sister. His extended family is still in Africa. He has not seen them in 11 years. Even after witnessing such horrors, Ruach keeps an open mind. “[Your opinion of Africa] really depends on what your comfort level is. [For example] lot of people say ‘Don’t go to Parramore it is a horrible place’, [but] there are different parts you can go to,” Ruach said. Despite the poverty, Ruach believes parts of Africa like South Africa are
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beautiful. “I plan on going back [to Africa] after graduating from college to see what good I can do with my degree,” Ruach said. In comparison, the education in Africa is very different. America provides a free education. In Africa, there are more private schools with uniforms and hundreds of children walk two miles to attend school. Ruach believes people in Africa are more patriotic because there is more nationalism in Africa. “Everyone in America says ‘Oh we’re Americans’, but it is just something that people say. It is not like they really care [about being] American. I guess it is because they have never really had a sense of freedom. We [Africans] don’t take things for granted,” Ruach said. Rosalie Creighton, Anatomy and Physiology teacher, grew up in Poloqwane, South Africa and attended an English speaking elementary. Creighton’s life appeared to be similar to an average American child’s, but differences existed. “We spoke the language called
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Afrikaans at home. After school I played netban, field hockey, swam and did gymnastics. We did not have TV and [I] remember listening to the radio at night. We had wild animal reserves all around the town where there were lots of giraffes, zebra, buck and even rhinos roaming around. We also had monkeys that would steal our food from time to time,” Creighton said. In Creighton’s childhood, South Africa suffered major racial segregation. The white population lived in towns and surrounding farms, while blacks were confined to crowded all black neighborhoods. However, the nonwhites were allowed into towns with passes during the day for working purposes only. All of the schools, buses and certain public areas were segregated. “At the time I was growing up, South Africa was banned from all international sporting competitions because of the apartheid policy. Since my swimming times were fast enough to make the finals at the Olympic Games, my dreams of ever participating were crushed. I had to settle with swimming in the USA on a full scholarship to Indiana University,
where I became Big Ten Champion and record holder,” Creighton said. Contrasting the culture of Ruach’s Sudan, South African culture is similar to British culture because it was a British colony until 1961. South Africa celebrates Boxing Day and adores the royal family. In regard to culinary differences, Creighton’s favorite food from South Africa is Boerewors and Biltong. Boerewors is a type of sausage and Biltong is dried meat, almost like beef jerky but made from zebra or eland meat. “[The thing I miss most] is the African bush and animals, the sounds of birds and animals. The stars are so different in the Southern Hemisphere. I also miss my family that still lives in South Africa,” Creighton said. While Ruach and Creighton similarly both miss their families still residing in Africa they have adopted to an American life.
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Pub serves gnarly subs, salads
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PERSONALIZED PERFECTION. One can combine his favorite meats and toppings when ordering the Build Your Own Sandwich. “Having control over my food made my meal even more delectable,” Jorge Ramirez said. The BYO Sandwich ($7) comes with potato chips. DIG IN. While not stated on the menu, Gnarly Barley offers the Snack Attack. “I’m obsessed with blue cheese and anything salty, so the salted chips with melted blue cheese were perfect,” junior Lindsay Alexander said. The Snack Attack ($3.50) is served warm.
By KINSEY SEACORD If one is looking for a homey sandwich bar to watch a sports game or hang with friends, Gnarly Barley Bites and Brews is the place to go. Located on 7431 S. Orange Ave., Gnarly Barley is the size of a small house. It’s cozy atmosphere makes the restaurant the ideal place for an intimate lunch. With only a few tables and a bar area inside, the outside porch is fitting for sunny day brunches. Created by Boone graduates Joey Morris and Trace Pleicones, the bar has a woodland-like theme. The founders tore down an old barn and used it as interior decor. Across one of the walls is a mural of a barley field painted by Boone graduate Alex Ray, who also painted the campus’ Trading Post. Because of the restaurant’s small size, service is quick and waiters are able to provide intimate discussion regarding the menu. Beverages and dishes are delivered within minutes so make sure one’s party is all there before ordering. While appetizers are not listed on the menu, Gnarly Barley offers the Snack Attack (3.50): an explosion of blue cheese, red onions, tomato and meat over salted potato chips, topped with basil. The flavor is strongly influenced by the brisket meat, so if one does not have a taste for it, stick to ordering the hot Smashed Potato Salad ($1.50). The sandwiches are boldly unique with imaginative ingredients so be sure
Kids channel thoughts SITE PROVIDES SELF EXPRESSION OUTLET FOR STUDENTS By RUBEN CARRILLO It is a Monday night and she has her video camera ready for the next big video she has been preparing for the last couple of months. She hits the record button and begins. Videos on YouTube make people laugh, cry and feel all of their emotions at the same time. Laughing and crying could not be evoked without YouTube posters who like to show who they are by posting original videos. YouTube creators Chad Hurley, Steve Chen and Jawed Karim, who were previously all employees of PayPal ,launched YouTube Feb. 14, 2005, as a way for people to share videos. Three students use YouTube to sing, to cover songs and produce makeup tutorials. Sophomore Kevin Schoeppler makes videos of his musical covers of artists like Green Day. He hopes one day the videos will reach his favorite band. “I would love to make a [YouTube] video with Green Day because they are so unconventional. They seem crazy,
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to ask the waiter his opinion on the dish before ordering. One specialty is the “38,” A Club Sub Like No Other ($8). This is a fresh sub roll loaded with ham, turkey, crisp bacon, provolone cheese, honey mustard and tiger sauce with crunchy lettuce and tomato on the side. The subs are perfectly sized and come with potato chips. For vegetarians, the bar offers the Veggie Monster ($7). This is freshly baked white or wheat bread with crisp apples, red onions, diced tomato, cucumbers, arugula, cream and provolone cheese topped with thousand island dressing. The bar emphasizes “you playing chef,” so create-your-own salads and sandwiches are a delectable option. When ordering the BYO Salad ($7), one has the choice of one meat, two toppings, one cheese, and a salad dressing. With the addition of homemade “Gnarly” blue cheese, the salads are a combination of crunchy flavors one is not able to resist. If one is in the mood for a memorable dish, order the Johnnie Mac ‘N’ Cheese ($8). A toasted wheat sub roll is piled high with tenderly sliced roast beef, grilled onions, mayo and homemade mac ‘n’ cheese. Served with au’jus on the side, the meal is perfection. The bar is the ideal place for a mellow lunch or dinner. Stop by the next time a sandwich craving hits.
Dining 411 Where: 7431 S. Orange Ave.
When: Tues. - Thurs. 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Fri. 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.
How much: $3 - $8, additional sides $1.50
Beverages: soft drinks, beer and wine Extras: good for small groups
Online: thegnarlybarly. com
Call: 407854-4999 Pumped Up Kicks Cover
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fun and seem like awesome guys to work with,” Schoeppler said. Schoeppler posts covers because he has a passion for the drums. Posting these videos is how he expresses himself. His “Holiday Drum Cover” has 121 views. “When I make a video of me drumming, I can record it, and I become better because I can see my past mistakes,” Schoeppler said. Senior Erika Plogstedt posts videos on how to apply makeup without a big expense. She began this hobby the beginning of her sophomore year. “I post makeup tutorials because I [remember] I was in the position that most girls are in and didn’t know anything [about wearing makeup],” Plogstedt said. Plogstedt saw videos on YouTube and felt inspired to create her own. Plogstedt’s video, Queen Beeuty Contest Entry, has earned 5,734 views. This video is Plogstedt trying out for the Queen Beeuty Contest. She painted her face like the Cheshire Cat from
Alice In Wonderland. Sophomore Rebecca Gage makes YouTube videos of herself singing covers of songs, like Taylor Swift’s version of “Silent Night”, “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Lisa Layne, “Pumped Up Kicks” by Foster the People, and “Jingle Bell Rocks” by Bobby Helms. When she starts to sing she gets into a zone and can’t be tamed. “I sing to get exposure and for people like my family who are out of town [so they can watch me],” Gage said. Gage made her first video, Finals Winner Announcement, about 11 months ago. It is Gage singing at the American Idol Experience at Disney. Her dream is to make a video with Taylor Swift. “[Talyor Swift] is my favorite singer and she seems like she would be fun to work with,” Gage said. Unknown singers in the past have used YouTube to land record deals. These three students are trying to become the next big thing and make a name for themselves.
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To see another popular YouTube video by Tre Simpson and Chris Williams, featured on Boone Broadcasting Company and at Brave Aid, type in the search box Orange Swag.
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SPLASH. Jumping into the water, sophomore Luke Smith focuses on running the 2,000 meter steeplechase. “I like it because it is exciting and I am good at it,” Smith said. Smith ran a 7:45.04 in the steeplechase which is his best time.
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RACE TO THE FINISH. At the Brain Jaeger Elite Classic, junior Rhapsody Arias runs the 600 meter run. “Initially I am excited then I am tired, then I celebrate with my team mates,” Arias said. Arias ran a 1:56.77 in the 600m placing fifth.
Teams sprint past competition Tally Up
Season allows individual runners to compete in states
Boys April 20, District 3 meet, 2nd place March 3, Lake Brantley Invitational, 11th place Feb. 24, Highlander Invitational, 4th place
Feb. 20, Wildcat Open, 4th place
Girls April 20, District 3 meet, 7th place March 3, Lake Brantley Invitational, 5th place Feb. 24, Highlander Invitational, 9th place
Feb. 20, Wildcat Open, 4th place
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By RUBEN CARRILLO Sprinting down the track, Marvin Bracy hoped to have a 3-peat sweep in the 100 and 200 meter events at the 4A state championship. However, in the middle of his 100m, his left hamstring tightened, leaving him unable to compete in the 200 final. Bracy placed first in the 100 with a 10.52 time, slower than he has been running this season. Junior Justice Donald also competed in the state meet on May 5, at the University of North Florida. She placed fifth in the 100 meter. Overall the track and field team has had a successful season as the boys finished second at the FHSAA 4A District 3 meet with 126.50 points and the girls finished seventh with 65 points. “As a team, we have always performed our best at the end of the season. Our coaching staff has planned our workouts to make us peak at the end of the season where it counts,” coach Josh Shearouse said. On Thursday, April 26, 19 participated in the FHSAA 4A Region 1
finals, with Bracy and Donald advancing to states. Donald ran a new best of 25.43 in the 200m. On April 20, four athletes set personal records in the FHSAA 4A District 3 meet at Lake Mary High School: sophomore Burkhardt Helfrich (10:20.11 in the 3200m); senior Corey Davis (22.72 in the 200m); senior Desmond Holland (117-9 in the discuss); and senior Nikia Toomey (2:24.11 in the 800m). “I am really proud of myself for making a big improvement from my time at the Brian Jaeger Elite to my district time. It was an amazing feeling to run so well and qualify for regionals. It showed me the reward of all my hard work,” Toomey said. “I wish I had done track all four years.” The boys finished as District runnerup and the girls finished seventh in the district. “I love being the track head coach. It is such an honor to be a part of the Boone family. As a Boone graduate, and former track athlete myself, I take great pride in working with all of my athletes,” Shearouse said.
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LEAP. Junior Joshua Green does the triple jump event. “[The best part of the triple jump is] when you are in the air and it feels like you are not going to make the pit but then you do,” Green said. Green placed fifth at the FHSAA 4A District 3 meet in the triple jump, achieving a new personal record.
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Paul Katauskas is a man that has giv en his heart and soul to teaching and coaching. I kn ow that there is not a better exam ple for young peop le about work ethic, integrity and character than Paul. He has always taughtandcoached youngstudentsby example,notby talk. I have seen Pa ul work tirelessly to raise money so his athletes would get better experie nces not only in a sport but in life itself. Paul is retirin g but his work ethic and his love for his students and athletes live on in them. I don't think his stu dents and athletes will ever for get him. I, myself, have learned from Coach Katua skas and I know tha t I will not forget him. - coach phil ziglar
Mrs. Gertel is always on top of things to make sure we are doing what we are supposed to be doing. She tries to get to know you and helps you achieve what your goals are. She will be missed. Congratulations on counselor of the year, you are truly deserving. - senior karen jaen
ROSA CAMACHO 1978-2012 Favorite movies Avatar, Oliver Twist, The Machinist, Rio On playlist Pablo Alboran, Mark Anthony Passions Reading in Spanish and English, salsa dancing Guilty pleasure Eating cake, chocolate
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Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? When I had a student who was in the media center, and I told her she had passed the FCAT and she started screaming. Everyone in the media center thought something was wrong. What did you love about teaching? I like to see the students improve, and I can see how they improve from the beginning of the year to the end and how successful they will become. Describe who helped you the most during your years of teaching? I got a lot of ideas from an elementary school where we used to do team teaching; other teachers guided me through the whole process. That is where I learned how to do a lot of the visual learning. Why did you decide to teach the subject that you teach? After the death of my mother from cancer, my brother and I lived with an aunt in New York from when I was 5 to 9, then we went back to Puerto Rico; these events helped me become motivated to become an English teacher. Describe why you went into teaching? Since I was very young I would tutor many of my friends in high school and middle school because their English was limited and I helped grade papers. What is the first activity you are going to do when you retire and why? I want to go to Brazil. My nephew moved to Brazil and I have someone who will give me a tour of the country.
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DEBORAH CLARY 1985-2012 Favorite movie Mamma Mia! On playlist Anything by Enya or Abba Pet Peeves People who cut you off on the road, and then slow down Passions Family, books Guilty pleasure Twizzlers
Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? The best tactic is to love and respect your students- that has never changed [throughout my career]. What did you love about teaching? Working with kids and making a positive difference in their lives-hopefully. Describe your favorite class. I loved teaching economics- it was here and now. My favorite position has been as a school counselor. Why did you decide to teach the subject that you teach? I’m a history lover and I love helping people. What did you want to be when you were a child? I was teaching my dolls in the playroom from the time I was five. How many years have you been teaching? 27 in all: 13 years as a school counselor and 14 years as a classroom teacher. Describe why you went into teaching? I think it is the most effective way to impact the future. Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? Any time I have been able to help a student. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My fellow teachers. What is the first activity you are going to do when you retire and why? Travel – plan a trip.
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retirees By RUBEN CARRILLO will ive teaching experience ecades worth of collect total, en sev ers, mb me ulty retire this summer. Fac . dreams and enjoy life leave campus to pursue Deborah o, ach Cam sa Ro ers: mb These seven faculty me Sandy an Gertel, Gail Haddock, Clary, Marion Fague, Sus lives to the ir the ed icat ded kas Hudson and Paul Kataus . future of the community of them g for 40 years. Some Some have been teachin ers had oth ile wh ts the studen loved interacting with counselors will and s her teac se The teachers as parents. se seven ever. After June 11, the live in one’s memory for ping in, slee by s oy their retirement faculty members can enj atever wh ng doi and ily fam e with traveling, spending tim their hearts tell them. chapter d hard to get to the next These seven have worke . of their lives: retirement
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MARION FAGUE 1982-2012 Favorite movies 2001: A Space Odyssey, Gone with the Wind On playlist Classic rock (Huey Lewis, Santana, Billy Joel), plus weird stuff like Gypsy Kings Passions Music, art, my children Guilty pleasure Ben & Jerry’s New York Super Fudge Chunk
SUSAN GERTEL 1993-2012 Favorite movie Dr. Zhivago, The King’s Speech On playlist Movie scores, jazz, 60s music Pet Peeves People who don’t meet deadlines and poor grammar Passions Youth, travel, photography Guilty pleasure Chocolate
Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? Any time I see a student turn his or her life around and decide to do what needs to be done, I have a “favorite” moment. I know that my first graduation ceremony watching the seniors leave was very poignant. I am confident this year’s graduation ceremony will also be a special moment. Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? The way in which I interact with my students has differed throughout the years because students today are so different from 19 years ago. The biggest, of course, has been the use of technology. When I began, I had to meet with all of my students to reach them. Now, one email allows me to get everyone the same information at the same time. A second tool has been the use of our website and e-newsletter, again, reaching many students more than I could otherwise. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My husband has helped me throughout, but without the understanding daughters I have (three teenagers while I was in college full time) I could never have completed my formal education. Also, I have an older sister who is a career educator and has been a wonderful mentor. She is retiring this year too. What did you love about teaching? What I love about being a school counselor is the students with whom I interact with daily.
SANDY HUDSON 1967-2012 Favorite movie To Kill a Mockingbird Pet Peeves Irresponsible people Passions Reading Guilty pleasure Ice cream
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Describe why you went into teaching? Both my parents were teachers and while they did say how difficult it was, they were always talking about how rewarding it was. What is the first thing you are going to do when you retire and why? Not set my alarm clock. I am tired of getting up early. Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? Any time I see a student light up because suddenly the material made sense or an understanding was reached. Describe who your favorite student has been in all your years of teaching? A student who wants to learn and will go the extra mile to reach a goal. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My parents and Vicky Nicoll –former Boone teacher. Why did you teach the subject that you teach? English (reading, writing) have always been easy for me. I am passionate about reading. What did you love about teaching? Every day is different, dealing with students from varying backgrounds and ideas. Describe your favorite class? My favorite classes are the ones I am teaching now [English 1]. Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? My tactics really haven’t changed, but the delivery has with Benchmarks.
Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? One favorite moment? There are too many. But I can say that what makes me happiest is when a student comes to me so excited because they spoke Spanish with somebody. It’s so cool when you realize that you can actually use something you’ve learned. Describe why you went into teaching? I have to admit that it was almost accidental. Both of my parents were teachers (my father taught at Boone the first nine years the school was open), and my grandmother, my aunt… I was surrounded by teachers. I always thought it would be fun to do for a couple of years. Thirty years later, I’m still here – and still having fun. What did you love about teaching? The kids, of course. Being surrounded by teenagers my entire life has kept me young. And as hair-pullingly frustrating as teenagers can be, they are a lot more fun on a daily basis than most adults. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? Ele Kenyon, who just passed away, was my American History teacher when I went to Boone, and my mentor when I started teaching here. As a teacher, she taught me that being an American and believing in our Constitution means being willing to listen to the opinions of others. As a colleague, she took me by the hand in my first years and not only showed me the ropes but stood behind me and stood up for me. What did you want to be when you were a child? Growing up, all I wanted to do was move to Hollywood after high school and become a movie star.
GAIL HADDOCK 1970-2012 Favorite movie Joe Versus the Volcano On playlist Carolina Beach music (makes me remember my college days); “Dr. Feelgood” (I remember my daughter in high school); “Smells like Teen Spirit” (reminds me of my son in high school)
Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? When I first started teaching, we lectured. Students sat quietly and took notes and tests. Now my students are more involved. I ask about experiences and try to make the literature mean something to them and their lives. It is a lot messier, a lot noisier, and a lot more demanding, but it is also more satisfying. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? My husband of 43 years for his unfailing support and understanding and our son and daughter who first, as students, taught me what it was like to sit on the parents’ side of the desk during a conference and later for guidance in my curriculum choices. Why did you decide to teach the subject that you teach? In 10th grade, we were assigned to read Idylls of the King. I loved the selection, aren’t all tenth graders interested in people in love, and could hardly wait to get to class to see what the teacher would say about it. She stood in front of us, collected our homework papers, and went back to her desk to grade them. I sat there thinking of how I would have taught the class. The bug bit. From then on, I knew what I wanted to do and never thought of any other career. Who knows, maybe one of my students has sat in my class and thought the same thing I did: “I could do a better job.” What did you want to be when you were a child? Much to my mother’s horror, I wanted to be a carhop.
PAUL KATAUSKAS 1972-2012 Favorite movie Jaws (the Original) Passions My music, and all sports known to man Guilty pleasure Taco Tuesdays at Tijuana Flats (thanks to Coach Lee and Margaret Dukes)
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Describe how your teaching tactics have changed over the years? I have become more laid back. Instead of trying to force the issue, just a more laid back attitude. Why did you decide to teach the subject that you teach? Because I’ve loved sports from when I was four. I went to college, got my pre- med and after that I decided I really wanted to teach this. Describe why you went into teaching? Coach Joe Johnston. I was finishing my physical education major and he really encouraged me to teach to teach PE. Teaching is a great career. He is my mentor. We have stayed connected for over 40 years. What did you love about teaching? Watching kids learn how to do athletic events, and watching a kid develop a new skill he could use his whole life. Who has helped you the most during your years of teaching? Nelson Browning [he was my mentor] at Boone; I taught his oldest son tennis. Joe Johnston. I always asked for advice for track and everything. What did you want to be when you were a child? I didn’t have any lifetime goals except to become a professional athlete. Describe your favorite class. Teaching tennis. I taught tennis class over 15 years. It is a lifetime sport you can play until you die. Describe what your favorite moment has been while teaching? The night I was in the stands and watched James Beckford win the silver medal in the long jump at the 1996 Olympics. I coached him for three years. .
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