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MADELINE TRYBUS April 20, 2012 Renée Burke Legend Yearbook Adviser Wm. R. Boone High School 2000 South Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32806 Dear Mrs. Burke: Please consider me an applicant for the position of Clubs editor on the 2012-2013 Legend yearbook staff. As my enclosed resumé shows, I have experience in creating a publication. I effectively completed seven deadlines which contributed to the creation of the 2012 Legend. I also learned how best to manage my time to complete my work on deadline, as well as working well with others. With two years of experience in writing and design, I am able to create visually pleasing layouts while also writing an interesting story to draw in a reader. Creatively, I enjoy design and having a role in the overall theme of the book. In becoming editor, I would have the opportunity to learn useful skills that will help in pursuing extended education and possible longterm career goals. It would be my pleasure to meet with you, at a convenient time for you, to better demonstrate my knowledge, abilities and interest in this position. Thank you for your review of my qualifications and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Respectfully yours,
Madeline Trybus Enclosed: resumé
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MADELINE TRYBUS OBJECTIVE To obtain the knowledge of how to effectively create an award winning publication in a leadership role EDUCATION Completed two years at Wm. R. Boone High School Graduation Date: June 2014 G.P.A. Unweighted: 3.30. Weighted: 4.10. EXPERIENCE Yearbook Staff Member, Wm. R. Boone High School • Aug. 2011-June 2012. Experience in iCloud technology, use of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, taking photographs, skills in interviewing and being interviewed, designing layout and writing body copy, captions and sidebars. RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIES Introduction to Information Technology; advanced composition; Journalism I & II HONORS, AWARDS AND MEMBERSHIPS • National Junior Honor Society 2008-2010 An association based on academic achievement, community service and leadership qualities • 2012 National Scholastic Press Association Journalism Honor Roll Nationally recognizing Journalism students for excelling academically • Boone High School Cheerleader 2010-present FHSAA recognized sport REFERENCES • Stacy Liebman, English Teacher stacy.liebman@ocps.net 407-893-7200 ext. 6014346 • Renée Burke, Journalism Teacher and Legend Yearbook Adviser renee.burke@ocps.net 407-893-7200 ext. 2614 • Cynthia Hutsell, Varsity Cheerleading Coach cynthia.hutsell@ocps.net 407-893-7200 ext. 6012222 • Felicia Freitag, JV Cheerleading Coach 407-970-2209
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LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer 3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer 3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer 3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
MADELINE TRYBUS
MADELINE TRYBUS
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
MADELINE TRYBUS
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
MADELINE TRYBUS
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
MADELINE TRYBUS
MADELINE TRYBUS
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
MADELINE TRYBUS
MADELINE TRYBUS MADELINE TRYBUS
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
LEGEND YEARBOOK Staffer
3879 Gatlin Woods Dr. Orlando, FL 32812 407-461-2697 madeline.trybus@ gmail.com
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I have really enjoyed journalism the past two years. I’ve had the pleasure of learning the subject matter and publishing items to the standards of a nationally awarded publication under a qualified and phenomenal teacher/adviser. I originally decided to take Journalism, as an elective, my eighth grade year when signing up for courses for the year to come. I was persuaded by a friend, and now fellow staff member, Brooke Dawkins, who spoke highly of Mrs. Burke, as well as the work they do and what they have been able to accomplish. After my freshman year, I was more than positive that I wanted to be a part of the Legend staff. I experienced a lot of obstacles and struggles throughout my first year on staff that I would have not been able to prepare myself for without the experience I now have. One of the biggest struggles for me was dealing with time management. I was pulled in multiple different directions, not just within the publication, but also with cheerleading, clubs, and my academic course load. Another struggle for me that was hard to overcome was working with someone on a common goal, such as deadlines. In sports, I enjoy working as a team, but in academics, I couldn’t be more against it. I like to be in control of my work and my grade, and when someone else in involved, it stresses me out to have to coordinate what needs to be done and how to split it up. I prefer to take over and complete all the work myself, but that in turn, leaves me with too much on my plate. I had to learn to trust my partners and allow them to take over on areas that I was either not as strong in, or didn’t have time to complete alone. However, what I’ve learned now will be extremely helpful in the next two years I have on staff and also in the long run with my future plans regarding college and a career. So far, I’ve contributed time and effort towards Journalism. I made it through my first year on staff and contributed to the publishing of yet another fantastic yearbook. I couldn’t be more thankful for the friendships I’ve made and the experience I’ve gained already. I look forward to what is to come in the future on this staff. Because of my enjoyment of journalism and what is has to offer, I would love to continue learning about it and turning it into some sort of career in the future. I have many other goals and hopes regarding a career, but if I could find a way to tie in all my interest together, I’d be the happiest employee ever.
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Throughout the course of this year, I have learned a lot of skills that will help me throughout the rest of my life. Not only will it assist me in my future education path and possible career options, but also with responsibilities and time management in any aspect of my life. With writing stories on multiple different topics, I’ve been able to learn how to best adapt my writing style to better fit what my subject matter is, as well as gaining people skills with learning how to execute an interview as well as perform one myself. Selling ads during the summer and selling yearbooks during the year has opened my eyes to the necessity of advertising your product in order to sell the required amount, and more. The struggle we had in selling books this year caused me to realize what needs to be done to prevent that kind of desperation again. Meeting deadlines was a struggle I dealt with because I had to figure out how best to balance all of my responsibilities. Seeing proofs when they were sent back to us made me feel accomplished that we were making progress in producing the yearbook, but nothing can compare to seeing the final product on Distribution Day. When Allie and Kayla pulled that book out of the box, I was overwhelmed with multiple emotions. Further, going through the pages that I completed made me feel proud of the work that I’d put in and made all of the hard work, stress and tears worthwhile. Little will ever compare to the sense of accomplishment that I felt that day. I also learned about the rules and ethics of Journalism. Our lives would be much easier if we could have an even number of pictures on a page, if a headline didn’t require a subject, verb and direct object, if we could flip a picture so it didn’t face the gutter, if everything didn’t have to be a pica away from one another, or if we could make up quotes to best fit our story and fill widows. But because of these rules and ethics, it makes it that much more fulfilling to finish something knowing you did it following all rules. Another valuable lesson I learned was regarding dedication. Being on staff is much like being a part of a team and each team member is vital to the success of that team. I felt this way all year. When one person was missing or unable to help, it threw off other people which in turn threw off much of the staff; much like a domino effect. I became more aware of Mrs. Burke’s extremely prominent and helpful role to us due to her missing to fulfill her Teacher of the Year duties. We could not do what we do without her.
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The crowd’s encouraging screams muffled as she stared out at the familiar blue felt floor. White lines marked the boundaries she learned to stay within since the beginning of her career. Sophomore Aja-Monet Sims drew in a deep, shaky breath and placed her foot into the performance area to mark the beginning of her routine. “There is a huge stadium filled with thousands of people,” Sims said. “And I’m just standing alone on the floor, hoping I’ll land on my feet after the tumbling pass.” Sims began the sport at Orlando Metro Gymnastics where she competed seriously in 2003 as a Level 4 gymnast. She moved up a level each year until reaching the highest, Level 10 in 2009. In that same year, she trained an average of 28 hours per week with coach Kelly Pitzen and bars coach Brian Amato at Brandy Johnson’s Global Gymnastics in Clermont. At the Level 10 State Championships in 2010, she won every event and the all-around title. In 2011, Sims won the Junior Olympic Nationals and became a Senior International Elite. “I’m very excited for her [and her success], especially now that a few schools have started looking at her,” D. Sims said. “Her father and I are just so proud.” Sims’ life as a gymnast came with decisions and responsibilities. She gave up time on campus and replaced it with online classes for extensive training. However, gymnastics brought more advantages than disadvantages into her life. “[Gymnastics] takes a lot of time, so it’s hard to get homework done, but it’s taught me discipline,” Sims said. “My family is really supportive of me. It brought us closer as the years have gone on.” Despite the pressures of high school and the struggle of balancing gymnastics and relationships, Sims prevailed through it with support from her best friend, sophomore Blake Waranch. Their friendship changed as her success grew, but remained strong. “She travels out of state a lot because of competitions, so it is difficult for us to hang out outside of school,” Waranch said. “However, I’m very proud of her accomplishments and support what she does. The discipline she acquired from training was evident in other aspects of her life. Gymnastics allowed her to learn the benefit and importance of time management. “[Gymnastics] has made her the person she is today,” Coach Pitzen said. “She’s learned how to set a goal and achieve it which will take her far in life. She will succeed at whatever she does.”
[1] leap to new heights. Sophomore AjaMonet Sims performs a saut de chat during a beam performance at the 2011 Presidential Classic. “[As I prepare for a meet, I feel] a little nervous, but kind of anxious to show everyone what I can do,” Sims said. At the meet, Sims placed third in the allaround and first on the floor exercise. [2] hold on tight. Performing her bar routine at the 2011 US Covergirl Classic, Sims concentrates on doing her best. “[Before a meet], I relax most of the day and prepare myself for the competition ahead,” Sims said.
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2003 As a Level 4 gymnast, Sims won uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercise and the all-around in the Aloha Invite.
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This page started out to be one of my least favorite pages. I attempted to get ahead when finishing Deadline 3 because I knew how much that would benefit me, but it ended up biting me in the butt. I had to change the angle to the story that I’d already written, as well as having to redo multiple inteviews because I needed to ask different questions in order to get better, more fitting quotes. I also had trouble in getting pictures for the page. Brandy Johnson’s Global Gymnastics Center, where Sims trained, was in Clermont and needing to get pictures of her training, I had to make the trip out there. Getting to the gym, I went to the front desk to ask where I could find Sims, but I was denied the opportunity to take pictures and was told I needed to make an appointment for future visits to the gym. Without a license, future trips to the gym would be next to impossible. Also, deadline was fast approaching and I was missing editor deadlines throughout this time. Luckily, Sims’ mother was gracious enough to share pictures she had from some of Sims’ major competitions. This was a big save for me in the picture section of the page. I also was able to write an awesome new story that received all checks in majors. I was extremely proud when getting back my grade sheet. Not only was I able to rewrite a new story, research her career online for stats and come back from no pictures, I met deadline on time without having to change anything in majors. I saw myself evolve and learn most from this deadline through the struggles that I faced and having to keep moving along and keep working despite those struggles. I liked most, in particular, my body on this page. I saw how my writing evolved from my first deadline to this one. I thought that it was one of my strongest writing pieces of the year.
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She stood facing the narrow lane, focusing on the pins. A cold sweat broke on her palms as she prepared to throw. Senior Lindsay Betros took one last glance behind her to see the encouraging smiles of her teammates. Energized by their motivation, she stepped up to the lane and threw a strike, her performance contributing to a crushing victory against Olympia. “[After a winning match] I feel really good about myself,” Betros said. “My teammates are really excited for me and our season.” Despite her lack of experience, Betros was able to improve and bowl strikes every match the team won. Although it was an individual sport, bowlers relied on each other’s encouragement through matches. Daniel Tringali took the post of the boys’ head coach in addition to being the girls’ coach, which he began the previous year. He joined the two teams, allowing them to learn from each together and improve as the season progressed. The teams both practiced and competed together, building a relationship that both depended on for support. “[This year’s team compared to last] has more team spirit. They care about each other more, and there are certainly more kids looking ahead,” Tringali said. Both teams consisted of eight members, and were smaller that the other teams in the district. However, the size of the team led to some noticeable advantages both on and off the lane. “We bond better, we’re closer, we’re family,” Betros said. Both teams finished the season with a 6-7 record. They recovered from losses against University, Freedom and Winter Park with victories against Lake Nona and Oak Ridge. Their performance qualified them for districts, after which senior Ashley Cassidy represented the team at the State Championships. “As a competitor, you always want to have as many wins as possible. Although we were around even in wins and losses, I was happy with the performance this year,” Tringali said. “I was most proud of the way our team supported each other and stuck together.”
bowlers’s bond benefited season and brought them to district match
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“[My favorite tradition on campus is] the bonfire because it is fun and a good time to interact
Senior Nicholas Konowal found luck with this Nike tee shirt throughout the season. Before each practice and match, he rubbed his bowling ball with it because he was convinced that this would improve his game.
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concentration. At the Cypress Creek match, Rafael Tejada steps up for his turn to throw. “[When I prepare to throw] I feel secure, but nervous,” Tejada said. “It’s a mixture of both.” Tejada bowled in the top five, with a series of 317 in a match against Bishop Moore.
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Each time he stepped up for another chance at knocking down the pins, he glanced at the screen full of X’s. His teammates stood behind him holding their breaths, waiting and watching. Everyone knew the accomplishment he was on his way to, but no one would say it aloud in fear of jinxing him. Earning a score of 300, known as a perfect game, is next to impossible in the world of scholastic bowling. However, senior Nicholas Konowal achieved just that at practice on Oct. 4. “[When Nick bowled a perfect game], I was extremely happy for him. He deserves it,” head coach Daniel Tringali said. “You don’t become aware that [they’re on their way to an accomplishment such as this one] until about the seventh frame though.” Konowal started bowling his junior year and continued because of the personal accomplishment and self gratification he felt. “[I joined the bowling team] to be good at and get involved in Boone. I wanted to be the first to join the
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300 club,” Konowal said. Konowal finished the season with one of the best records on the team, earning the highest series score in seven out of their 11 matches. He also successfully reached his goal of bowling a perfect game. “I was nervous [after bowling each strike], but it was just something that kept happening,” Konowal said. “It was natural.” He continued to bowl back-to-back strikes as the tension in the alley rose, preparing to join the few students who had bowled perfect games before him. “I felt a lot of pressure,” Konowal said. “But there were a lot of people cheering and there was excitement [in the air].” As a senior and a skilled athlete, Konowal became a role model for the younger team members. After the historic series, other team members, like freshman Evan Pitz, shared the excitement of their leader. “I thought it was crazy,” Pitz said. “I was just like ‘Oh my gosh,’ and he came and picked me up. I couldn’t believe it.”
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“There was one match [that] I had to bowl a strike or we’d lose, but I got the strike. My heart was beating really fast and after that I was really confident.”
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[1] ready, set, throw. In the match against Cypress Creek, senior Ashley Cassidy bowls a strike. “[Bowling has] provided scholarship money, a good time and a stress reliever [for me this season],” Cassidy said. Her performance contributed to the win with a margin victory of 198. [2] watch closely. Freshman Brendan Avera focuses on his throw. “[Winning a match] gives us hope and let’s us know we have a chance to keep winning,” Avera said. Avera improved from a score of 98 to breaking 100 by the end of the season. [3] stay focused. Sophomore Paul Perrault bowls one of the top five series scores in the match against Cypress Creek. “[As I prepare myself to throw] I feel excited,” Perrault said. “Just going up there and seeing if I’ll knock down the pins creates anticipation.” Perrault had the highest series, with a 480 and 516, in two of theirs 11 matches. [4] get your stance. At a match against Cypress Creek, senior Garrett McBee bowls the highest series of the day. “[Bowling] has provided me with a sense of leadership and being part of a family,” McBee said. McBee bowled his highest series against Dr. Phillips on Oct. 5.
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Bowling was my first deadline on staff. I had a rough start because I had little experience in sports writing and also mostly because it was my first deadline. I thought I was organized and was able to manage my time well, but going through that first deadline, it made me realize how little experience I had and how much I had left to learn. Not only was my original story nothing like the style that was required for a yearbook of our ranking, but it was also gramatically incorrect and I was asked to re-submit it. This took a shot at my confidence and I went home that night thinking about how I could change it. Luckily, with a lot of help from our copy editor, Sehar, I was able to rewrite it to better suit the sport and the style of writing I needed to now embrace. However, now that I look back on the story, I see that I still had a long way to go and a lot to grow in my writing. It could most definitely use a lot more editing, a better angle and stronger diction. I also had trouble with the pictures. I went to the bowling alley only to find out I could not go down the lanes to shoot pictures which basically meant I could not take pictures at all because without going down the lanes, I could not get their faces in the picture. This was an obstacle I had to overcome because I needed a full spread of pictures and I didn’t have anything. I defaulted to getting the pictures from Dean Stewart Photography and Phabulous Photos. Looking back now, I wish I would’ve persisited in getting my way at the bowling alley. I wish that more pictures on that spread were mine. Mostly, though, I wish I would’ve budgeted my time more wisely. I could have gotten a lot more done in a better, more efficient manner. In addition to the struggle I had in metting editor deadlines, as well as personal struggles to write better and figure out how best to fill the picture slots on my page, I lost what I had accomplished the day before deadline and had to stay after school for a significant amount of time in order to make up for what had been erased. Deadline 2 was definitely a struggle and I would say is my worst piece of work so far. I hope that I never create anything like that page again. I still have not been in a bowling alley since, and I don’t plan on going there anytime soon either.
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This is by far my favorite picture I took all year. It was the first picture that was published with my name in the right corner. It was the first time I felt the accomplishment of having a picture that I took on display for people to see. It shows emotion from Lucas that was captured at the perfect time. It possesses many elements of composition that make up a good picture including rule of thirds, a center of visual interest, depth of field, leading lines and filling the frame. When I saw it on the computer, I could hardly believe I took it, but taking that a step further, seeing it published was surreal. braves brawl 10-26_trybus_0123
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This was another one of my most favorite pictures. However, I am fond of this one for different reasons than the other two. This picture, to me, is one of the funniest pictures I took that night. It was snapped at an opportune moment that captured the struggle Garcia was having when trying to jump on the pogo stick. It also possesses elements of composition including rule of thirds, center of visual interest, leading lines and depth of field. Although this picture was not published, I was still proud of it and thought it was a worthy picture to be shared. braves brawl 10-26_trybus_0088
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This last picture was another one of my best pictures. I was blessed with a wonderful camera the night of Braves Brawl, and was able to take many pictures that I was proud to claim. This one was no exception. It was published on the Bravettes page in the club section. Seeing it in the yearbook was a very proud moment for me, I felt a sense of self-confidence after seeing it there bound together with the rest of the book. It possesses many elements of composition including center of visual interest, filling the frame, leading lines and depth of field. braves brawl 10-26_trybus_
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I believe I was mostly an asset to the 2011-2012 Legend yearbook staff because of my enthusiasm about what I was doing. I really loved my position and everyone on staff all year long, as well as what we were accomplishing. Even during my times of trouble, I was passionate about yearbook and I did my best to be a very dedicated staffer. However, when I was struggling, I believe it showed up in my work and I asked for a lot of help from others. This is where I would like to grow next year. I also think that I was an asset to the staff through my organization. I was only a staffer and did not have a position of leadership where my organization effect a large number of people, but when I was partners with someone, I hope that it was something that was helpful to them. I always kept my folders in order and highlighted in specific colors to identify what I was highlighting for. This was my strength, I think, throughout the entire year.
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a. I think the most significant problem/hardship I faced this year was my struggle in managing my time. I took on cheerleading and yearbook as well as a large course load which led to me having to choose between all the commitments I had made. I also had trouble within just yearbook because I procrastinated on things that should have been done in a more efficient manner. I learned that in order to succeed, not only in yearbook, but also in every aspect of my life, I need to balance my time when making commitments and learn how not to procrastinate. A more specific problem for me was my friendship with Hope. I struggled with being her friend because we had a past of not getting along, but with so many classes together, it was natural to fall into a pattern of talking. I also felt like she needed a friend. She was going through a hard time and I felt like I was being called to help her through that. However, her constant depression and bashing of people who had impacted me or were close to me was hard for me to put up with. Not only did it start to bring down my spirits, it also made me feel guilty for not being able to help her. I still feel partially responsible for her downfall and her withdrawing from school, but I try to push those thoughts aside because I know there wasn’t much more I could have done for her. b. I’ve addressed and dealt with the time management by beginning to work on improving it. I have begun to think about next year in choosing what I’d like to do and accomplish, and thought about all the commitments that I am making in order to give my all to each and every activity I participate in. I also think I began to see improvement in pacing myself on deadlines towards the end of the year. This will hopefully stick with me so I can continue to improve for next year. As for Hope’s withdrawing, I have learned to not let other people drag me down. But I also look back on it and am proud of myself for trying to help someone who clearly needed a friend. Even though I wasn’t able to help enough where she would’ve stayed in school, I think I made an impact, even for just a little while. I learned that everyone deserves a chance and everyone needs a friend.
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When asked the question “What is your greatest weakness (publication related)?” on my midterm, I answered: My greatest weakness, I would say, is my tendency to be lazy and procrastinate. I will work to improve this by realizing the importance of working ahead and never letting myself get behind. My stress has been brought on solely by myself and I intend to do what I can to make sure that never happens again.” While I’d like to say that I stuck to trying to improve myself in this aspect, it was still something that I struggled with after the end of the first semester. I have improved some, however, by pacing myself better and meeting deadlines more regularly. I hope to continue to improve in the year to come. I am very excited to see what the 2012-2013 year will hold.
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LUCKY CHARM Senior Nicholas Konowal found luck with this Nike tee shirt throughout the season. Before each practice and match, he rubbed his bowling ball with it because he was convinced that this would improve his game.
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As a Level 4 gymnast, Sims won uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercise and the all-around in the Aloha Invite.
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sophomore tumbled her way to the junior olympic nationals
The crowd’s encouraging screams muffled as she stared out at the familiar blue felt floor. White lines marked the boundaries she learned to stay within since the beginning of her career. Sophomore Aja-Monet Sims drew in a deep, shaky breath and placed her foot into the performance area to mark the beginning of her routine. “There is a huge stadium filled with thousands of people,” Sims said. “And I’m just standing alone on the floor, hoping I’ll land on my feet after the tumbling pass.” Sims began the sport at Orlando Metro Gymnastics where she competed seriously in 2003 as a Level 4 gymnast. She moved up a level each year until reaching the highest, Level 10 in 2009. In that same year, she trained an average of 28 hours per week with coach Kelly Pitzen and bars coach Brian Amato at Brandy Johnson’s Global Gymnastics in Clermont. At the Level 10 State Championships in 2010, she won every event and the all-around title. In 2011, Sims won the Junior Olympic Nationals and became a Senior International Elite. “I’m very excited for her [and her success], especially now that a few schools have started looking at her,” D. Sims said. “Her father and I are just so proud.” Sims’ life as a gymnast came with decisions and responsibilities. She gave up time on campus and replaced it with online classes for extensive training. However, gymnastics brought more advantages than disadvantages into her life. “[Gymnastics] takes a lot of time, so it’s hard to get homework done, but it’s taught me discipline,” Sims said. “My family is really supportive of me. It brought us closer as the years have gone on.” Despite the pressures of high school and the struggle of balancing gymnastics and relationships, Sims prevailed through it with support from her best friend, sophomore Blake Waranch. Their friendship changed as her success grew, but remained strong. “She travels out of state a lot because of competitions, so it is difficult for us to hang out outside of school,” Waranch said. “However, I’m very proud of her accomplishments and support what she does. The discipline she acquired from training was evident in other aspects of her life. Gymnastics allowed her to learn the benefit and importance of time management. “[Gymnastics] has made her the person she is today,” Coach Pitzen said. “She’s learned how to set a goal and achieve it which will take her far in life. She will succeed at whatever she does.”
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[1] leap to new heights. Sophomore AjaMonet Sims performs a saut de chat during a beam performance at the 2011 Presidential Classic. “[As I prepare for a meet, I feel] a little nervous, but kind of anxious to show everyone what I can do,” Sims said. At the meet, Sims placed third in the allaround and first on the floor exercise. [2] hold on tight. Performing her bar routine at the 2011 US Covergirl Classic, Sims concentrates on doing her best. “[Before a meet], I relax most of the day and prepare myself for the competition ahead,” Sims said.
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Sims won the all-around title in the 2009 Level 10 State Championships.
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Each time he stepped up for another chance at knocking down the pins, he glanced at the screen full of X’s. His teammates stood behind him holding their breaths, waiting and watching. Everyone knew the accomplishment he was on his way to, but no one would say it aloud in fear of jinxing him. Earning a score of 300, known as a perfect game, is next to impossible in the world of scholastic bowling. However, senior Nicholas Konowal achieved just that at practice on Oct. 4. “[When Nick bowled a perfect game], I was extremely happy for him. He deserves it,” head coach Daniel Tringali said. “You don’t become aware that [they’re on their way to an accomplishment such as this one] until about the seventh frame though.” Konowal started bowling his junior year and continued because of the personal accomplishment and self gratification he felt. “[I joined the bowling team] to be good at and get involved in Boone. I wanted to be the first to join the
300 club,” Konowal said. Konowal finished the season with one of the best records on the team, earning the highest series score in seven out of their 11 matches. He also successfully reached his goal of bowling a perfect game. “I was nervous [after bowling each strike], but it was just something that kept happening,” Konowal said. “It was natural.” He continued to bowl back-to-back strikes as the tension in the alley rose, preparing to join the few students who had bowled perfect games before him. “I felt a lot of pressure,” Konowal said. “But there were a lot of people cheering and there was excitement [in the air].” As a senior and a skilled athlete, Konowal became a role model for the younger team members. After the historic series, other team members, like freshman Evan Pitz, shared the excitement of their leader. “I thought it was crazy,” Pitz said. “I was just like ‘Oh my gosh,’ and he came and picked me up. I couldn’t believe it.”
with everyone,” sophomore Gabriel Houston said.
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“There was one match [that] I had to bowl a strike or we’d lose, but I got the strike. My heart was beating really fast and after that I was really confident.”
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show and tell. While at Rush Week, SGA president Madison McElroy speaks to students about the club. “I love seeing students get excited about being involved in SGA because it makes your high school years more memorable,” McElroy said. McElroy participated in SGA all of her four years.
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members worked behind the scenes to complete a successful year A sense of relief washed over her as she weighed the last can of the day. Before Student Government Association vice president Shannon Gresosky got a chance to look up from the scale, four more filled-to-thebrim bags were set at her feet and she started again. “I ran for office because I originally wanted to be more involved in the Boone community. I love it and I love how we’re all a family here,” Gresosky, senior, said. “I also ran because I saw the way SGA gave back through projects like Thanksgiving baskets, which gave back to families right here in our own community.” SGA organized the events that students participated in throughout their high school years. The officers’ year started with painting numbers on parking spaces, and selling the assigned spots to students at Braves R Back. At New Student Orientation each officer welcomed incoming students by giving tours of the school. “Being on SGA means giving up a lot of yourself, your time and your energy, and giving it to others,” Gresosky said. “You have to love it to do it.” The homecoming week, parade and half-time show were especially trying for the girls. They were responsible for selling roses during the week, accessing a permit to have the parade, hiring police officers, arranging court details and running voting for king and queen. “The stuff we pull off is nothing short of a 10 man job given to four girls,” Gresosky said. “We have to work together because it isn’t an option.” After they became more confident with their roles, they planned Brave Aid. All proceeds went towards the
blood [breaks] records He silently counted in intervals of five and squeezed the stress ball. Blood flowed from his arm into a bag that would later be used to save lives. “It makes me feel proud to know that my blood can be used and I have a chance to save a life,” junior Brian Gardner said. Senior Class organized four blood drives which occurred on Sept. 12, Nov. 7, Feb. 6 and April 9. They dedicated the Feb. 6 blood drive to Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse, former Boone students who died in a car accident a year before that day. It was a record breaking day with 196 pints collected, the highest in the history of the school, which contributed to the *461 pints collected throughout the year. “[My favorite part about blood drives is] just to know what we’re doing for the community and trying to educate [students] about the experience,” Senior Class sponsor Sarah Kittrell said.
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Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation in honor of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse. “My favorite moment [this year] was seeing Ms. Garcia and Ms. Grant’s faces as they saw the way the community gave back and came together as a family for Brave Aid, knowing we’d donate all the proceeds to their foundation,” Gresosky said. “To me, that’s the kind of thing that makes all of our work worth while; it makes everything we do that much better.” While class councils participated in SGA events, each class was responsible for its own activities. Senior Class specialized in putting on memorable events for the graduating class and worked to make the seniors’ last year unforgettable. They sponsored events such as the Senior Breakfast and also ran nominations, voting and the crowning for Sweetheart Court and senior superlatives. “[The students] perform excellently considering the volume of events they put on,” SGA sponsor Jamie Hoffmann said. “As teenagers, they do much better than many of the adults I know.” The officers performed tasks most of their peers wouldn’t have ever considered doing and put in an abundant amount of hours without a second request. They volunteered their year away to gain the experience and knowledge it took to organize and execute activities that high school students enjoyed. “[SGA] is a lot more work than people think it is,” Senior Class historian Daniela Diaz said. “Even though it is high-stress, it is definitely worth it in the end.”
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concentration. At the Cypress Creek match, Rafael Tejada steps up for his turn to throw. “[When I prepare to throw] I feel secure, but nervous,” Tejada said. “It’s a mixture of both.” Tejada bowled in the top five, with a series of 317 in a match against Bishop Moore.
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[1] ready, set, throw. In the match against Cypress Creek, senior Ashley Cassidy bowls a strike. “[Bowling has] provided scholarship money, a good time and a stress reliever [for me this season],” Cassidy said. Her performance contributed to the win with a margin victory of 198. [2] watch closely. Freshman Brendan Avera focuses on his throw. “[Winning a match] gives us hope and let’s us know we have a chance to keep winning,” Avera said. Avera improved from a score of 98 to breaking 100 by the end of the season. [3] stay focused. Sophomore Paul Perrault bowls one of the top five series scores in the match against Cypress Creek. “[As I prepare myself to throw] I feel excited,” Perrault said. “Just going up there and seeing if I’ll knock down the pins creates anticipation.” Perrault had the highest series, with a 480 and 516, in two of theirs 11 matches. [4] get your stance. At a match against Cypress Creek, senior Garrett McBee bowls the highest series of the day. “[Bowling] has provided me with a sense of leadership and being part of a family,” McBee said. McBee bowled his highest series against Dr. Phillips on Oct. 5.
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bowlers’s bond benefited season and brought them to district match She stood facing the narrow lane, focusing on the pins. A cold sweat broke on her palms as she prepared to throw. Senior Lindsay Betros took one last glance behind her to see the encouraging smiles of her teammates. Energized by their motivation, she stepped up to the lane and threw a strike, her performance contributing to a crushing victory against Olympia. “[After a winning match] I feel really good about myself,” Betros said. “My teammates are really excited for me and our season.” Despite her lack of experience, Betros was able to improve and bowl strikes every match the team won. Although it was an individual sport, bowlers relied on each other’s encouragement through matches. Daniel Tringali took the post of the boys’ head coach in addition to being the girls’ coach, which he began the previous year. He joined the two teams, allowing them to learn from each together and improve as the season progressed. The teams both practiced and competed together, building a relationship that both depended on for support. “[This year’s team compared to last] has more team spirit. They care about each other more, and there are certainly more kids looking ahead,” Tringali said. Both teams consisted of eight members, and were smaller that the other teams in the district. However, the size of the team led to some noticeable advantages both on and off the lane. “We bond better, we’re closer, we’re family,” Betros said. Both teams finished the season with a 6-7 record. They recovered from losses against University, Freedom and Winter Park with victories against Lake Nona and Oak Ridge. Their performance qualified them for districts, after which senior Ashley Cassidy represented the team at the State Championships. “As a competitor, you always want to have as many wins as possible. Although we were around even in wins and losses, I was happy with the performance this year,” Tringali said. “I was most proud of the way our team supported each other and stuck together.”
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Sims’ bar skills were named The Sims after her at the Junior Olympic Nationals. They are an E skill.
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[1] check it off. At the Nov. 7 blood drive, Senior Class president Elizabeth McEwan checks in students. “Blood drives allow [the school] to have a positive effect on people’s lives at an early age,” McEwan said. Senior Class organized four blood drives each year. [2] give thanks. Senior Class secretary Kaitlin Davis hands out a Thanksgiving basket for a family’s holiday dinner. “It is important to give back, especially [to] help kids in our school,” Davis said. This was Davis’s first year as a class officer. [3] twist and shout. Performing at Braves Brawl, Senior Class vice president Yazmine Ramos dances in the class skit. “It is important to come together as seniors and just have fun because it’s our last one,” Ramos said. The skit took a week to come together. [4] pack up. To help the cause, senior Tyler Burton unloads food in cars to create Thanksgiving baskets. “It is important [to help] because it is our last chance to help out the school and we should help as much as we can,” Burton said. Thirty-two families received baskets.
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KALEY kallman
kaylee tormos
chelsea assang
cheyenne yingling
marina david
purple
purple or anything sparkly
pink
purple
What is Kaley’s favorite color?
purple
What is Kaley’s biggest fear?
cockroaches
cockroaches or mayonnaise
cockroaches
cockroaches
cockroaches
What is Kaley’s biggest dream?
I want to travel the world
rule the world
to travel the world
to be famous
to be rich and live in a mansion
What is Kaley’s most prized possession?
my dogs
her puppy
her dogs
her dogs
her dogs
around the world, traveling
famous
being a gardener
traveling the world
Where do you see Kaley in 10 years?
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She stood facing the narrow lane, focusing on the pins. A cold sweat broke on her palms as she prepared to throw. Senior Lindsay Betros took one last glance behind her to see the encouraging smiles of her teammates. Energized by their motivation, she stepped up to the lane and threw a strike, her performance contributing to a crushing victory against Olympia. “[After a winning match] I feel really good about myself,” Betros said. “My teammates are really excited for me and our season.” Despite her lack of experience, Betros was able to improve and bowl strikes every match the team won. Although it was an individual sport, bowlers relied on each other’s encouragement through matches. Daniel Tringali took the post of the boys’ head coach in addition to being the girls’ coach, which he began the previous year. He joined the two teams, allowing them to learn from each together and improve as the season progressed. The teams both practiced and competed together, building a relationship that both depended on for support. “[This year’s team compared to last] has more team spirit. They care about each other more, and there are certainly more kids looking ahead,” Tringali said. Both teams consisted of eight members, and were smaller that the other teams in the district. However, the size of the team led to some noticeable advantages both on and off the lane. “We bond better, we’re closer, we’re family,” Betros said. Both teams finished the season with a 6-7 record. They recovered from losses against University, Freedom and Winter Park with victories against Lake Nona and Oak Ridge. Their performance qualified them for districts, after which senior Ashley Cassidy represented the team at the State Championships. “As a competitor, you always want to have as many wins as possible. Although we were around even in wins and losses, I was happy with the performance this year,” Tringali said. “I was most proud of the way our team supported each other and stuck together.”
bowlers’s bond benefited season and brought them to district match
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“[My favorite tradition on campus is] the bonfire because it is fun and a good time to interact
Senior Nicholas Konowal found luck with this Nike tee shirt throughout the season. Before each practice and match, he rubbed his bowling ball with it because he was convinced that this would improve his game.
LUCKY CHARM
concentration. At the Cypress Creek match, Rafael Tejada steps up for his turn to throw. “[When I prepare to throw] I feel secure, but nervous,” Tejada said. “It’s a mixture of both.” Tejada bowled in the top five, with a series of 317 in a match against Bishop Moore.
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Each time he stepped up for another chance at knocking down the pins, he glanced at the screen full of X’s. His teammates stood behind him holding their breaths, waiting and watching. Everyone knew the accomplishment he was on his way to, but no one would say it aloud in fear of jinxing him. Earning a score of 300, known as a perfect game, is next to impossible in the world of scholastic bowling. However, senior Nicholas Konowal achieved just that at practice on Oct. 4. “[When Nick bowled a perfect game], I was extremely happy for him. He deserves it,” head coach Daniel Tringali said. “You don’t become aware that [they’re on their way to an accomplishment such as this one] until about the seventh frame though.” Konowal started bowling his junior year and continued because of the personal accomplishment and self gratification he felt. “[I joined the bowling team] to be good at and get involved in Boone. I wanted to be the first to join the
history
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300 club,” Konowal said. Konowal finished the season with one of the best records on the team, earning the highest series score in seven out of their 11 matches. He also successfully reached his goal of bowling a perfect game. “I was nervous [after bowling each strike], but it was just something that kept happening,” Konowal said. “It was natural.” He continued to bowl back-to-back strikes as the tension in the alley rose, preparing to join the few students who had bowled perfect games before him. “I felt a lot of pressure,” Konowal said. “But there were a lot of people cheering and there was excitement [in the air].” As a senior and a skilled athlete, Konowal became a role model for the younger team members. After the historic series, other team members, like freshman Evan Pitz, shared the excitement of their leader. “I thought it was crazy,” Pitz said. “I was just like ‘Oh my gosh,’ and he came and picked me up. I couldn’t believe it.”
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“There was one match [that] I had to bowl a strike or we’d lose, but I got the strike. My heart was beating really fast and after that I was really confident.”
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[1] ready, set, throw. In the match against Cypress Creek, senior Ashley Cassidy bowls a strike. “[Bowling has] provided scholarship money, a good time and a stress reliever [for me this season],” Cassidy said. Her performance contributed to the win with a margin victory of 198. [2] watch closely. Freshman Brendan Avera focuses on his throw. “[Winning a match] gives us hope and let’s us know we have a chance to keep winning,” Avera said. Avera improved from a score of 98 to breaking 100 by the end of the season. [3] stay focused. Sophomore Paul Perrault bowls one of the top five series scores in the match against Cypress Creek. “[As I prepare myself to throw] I feel excited,” Perrault said. “Just going up there and seeing if I’ll knock down the pins creates anticipation.” Perrault had the highest series, with a 480 and 516, in two of theirs 11 matches. [4] get your stance. At a match against Cypress Creek, senior Garrett McBee bowls the highest series of the day. “[Bowling] has provided me with a sense of leadership and being part of a family,” McBee said. McBee bowled his highest series against Dr. Phillips on Oct. 5.
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[more coverage on pages 166-167] girls. front: Melanie Ferreira, Maria Oquendo, Lindsay Betros. back: Ashley Cassidy, Erin Dudley, Elizabeth Barahona, Stephanie Spence, Nancy Ampuero, coach Daniel Tringali.
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1731-2279 1846-1808 1846-1514 1647-2174 1647-1583 1594-1801 1728-1338 1775-1823 2151-2246 1836-1638 1689-1721 1993-1984 1787-2439 5th
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YEAR IN NUMBERS boys bowling [6-7] 8/31/11 9/7/11 9/7/11 9/14/11 9/14/11 9/21/11 9/28/11 9/29/11 10/5/11 10/12/11 10/17/11 10/19/11 10/19/11 11/2/11
University Timber Creek Lake Nona East River Oak Ridge Freedom Olympia Bishop Moore Dr. Phillips Cypress Creek Lake Highland Colonial Winter Park Districts
2195-2579 2284-2361 2284-2082 2401-2230 2401-2158 2196-2434 2396-2222 1986-2241 2312-2598 2398-2152 662-612 2282-2975 2265-2631 8th
bowlorama Lindsay Betros 403 at Freedom
300 Erin Dudley 386 at Dr. Phillips
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boys. front: Evan Pitz, Rafael Tejeda, Christopher Roland, Brenden Avera, Garrett McBee. back: Nicholas Konowal, Daniel Cabrera, Matthew Kaiser, Paul Perrault, Hunter Monn, coach Daniel Tringali. A quick look at the boys and girls varsity bowlers’ best series from the season.
Nancy Ampuero 345 at Dr. Phillips
Christopher Roland 342 at Winter Park
Stephanie Spence 414 at Dr. Phillips
400 Daniel Cabrera 367 at University
Garrett McBee 552 at Cypress Creek
500 Rafael Tejeda 404 at Colonial
Nicholas Konowal 663 at Olympia
Evan Pitz 424 at Timber Creek
600 Ashley Cassidy 617 at Dr. Phillips
Matthew Kaiser 500 at East River
700 Paul Perrault 516 at Bishop Moore
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sophomore tumbled her way to the junior olympic nationals
The crowd’s encouraging screams muffled as she stared out at the familiar blue felt floor. White lines marked the boundaries she learned to stay within since the beginning of her career. Sophomore Aja-Monet Sims drew in a deep, shaky breath and placed her foot into the performance area to mark the beginning of her routine. “There is a huge stadium filled with thousands of people,” Sims said. “And I’m just standing alone on the floor, hoping I’ll land on my feet after the tumbling pass.” Sims began the sport at Orlando Metro Gymnastics where she competed seriously in 2003 as a Level 4 gymnast. She moved up a level each year until reaching the highest, Level 10 in 2009. In that same year, she trained an average of 28 hours per week with coach Kelly Pitzen and bars coach Brian Amato at Brandy Johnson’s Global Gymnastics in Clermont. At the Level 10 State Championships in 2010, she won every event and the all-around title. In 2011, Sims won the Junior Olympic Nationals and became a Senior International Elite. “I’m very excited for her [and her success], especially now that a few schools have started looking at her,” D. Sims said. “Her father and I are just so proud.” Sims’ life as a gymnast came with decisions and responsibilities. She gave up time on campus and replaced it with online classes for extensive training. However, gymnastics brought more advantages than disadvantages into her life. “[Gymnastics] takes a lot of time, so it’s hard to get homework done, but it’s taught me discipline,” Sims said. “My family is really supportive of me. It brought us closer as the years have gone on.” Despite the pressures of high school and the struggle of balancing gymnastics and relationships, Sims prevailed through it with support from her best friend, sophomore Blake Waranch. Their friendship changed as her success grew, but remained strong. “She travels out of state a lot because of competitions, so it is difficult for us to hang out outside of school,” Waranch said. “However, I’m very proud of her accomplishments and support what she does. The discipline she acquired from training was evident in other aspects of her life. Gymnastics allowed her to learn the benefit and importance of time management. “[Gymnastics] has made her the person she is today,” Coach Pitzen said. “She’s learned how to set a goal and achieve it which will take her far in life. She will succeed at whatever she does.”
[1] leap to new heights. Sophomore AjaMonet Sims performs a saut de chat during a beam performance at the 2011 Presidential Classic. “[As I prepare for a meet, I feel] a little nervous, but kind of anxious to show everyone what I can do,” Sims said. At the meet, Sims placed third in the allaround and first on the floor exercise. [2] hold on tight. Performing her bar routine at the 2011 US Covergirl Classic, Sims concentrates on doing her best. “[Before a meet], I relax most of the day and prepare myself for the competition ahead,” Sims said.
blasts
FROM THE PAST
2003 As a Level 4 gymnast, Sims won uneven bars, balance beam, floor exercise and the all-around in the Aloha Invite.
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2011 Sims’ bar skills were named The Sims after her at the Junior Olympic Nationals. They are an E skill.
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Thomas and his brothers brought back the afro.
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Riser wears spectators and a cardigan paired with a skirt much like women in the 50s. She also incorporated tights into her outfit.
THEN Young women in the 50s wore spectators and cardigans with long skirts.
“My favorite tradition at Boone is our school spirit because we take pride in our school,” sophomore
The 70s was a “groovy” time period. Bell bottom pants, floral prints and afros were popular.
Magazine pages filled her closet walls and Tumblr remained open on her laptop as she searched through the website’s countless fashion blogs. High school students relied on each other to stay on top of the newest trends, but junior Madison Riser’s inspiration lay in previous eras. From the sparkle and shine of the 80s to the flattering silhouettes of the 40s, Riser owed the influence of past trends to establish her individuality. “I don’t really like modern day fashion. I usually look at past trends to inspire me,” Riser said. “Fashion sparks my creativity and imagination.”
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Not only did Garcia find inspiration from current fashion icons and magazines, she also looked to previous decades for more ideas. Without limiting herself to a single decade, she was able to create a timeless look. “I like to learn of new trends and find ways to incorporate them into my personal style,” Garcia said. “I also like to take influences from many trends, eras and styles and not limit myself to ‘one look’. I then like to bring many different looks together that are unique to me.” Garcia also recognized the importance of switching things up and daring to be different. “There have been many trends that have come and gone, some lasting longer than others,” Garcia said. “Although I appreciate new trends, I don’t follow all of them. I prefer evolving my fashion taste over time to reflect my personality and who I am.”
All eyes watched him and his brother as they walked onto campus day after day. Their bold fashion choices inspired students around them. Peers and teachers took notice to their big hair, colored clothes and unique accessories. “[Past fashions influence me when] I look at old things and I’m like ‘I want to bring that back’,” junior Devin Thomas said. “Because [old fashion] is different.” The Thomas brothers, Devin and Deion, have not only bonded over their abilities in dance, but also their interests in fashion and appearance.
She stepped onto campus for the first time with high hopes of finding herself and reinventing how people saw her. Every day, she watched as people confidently strutted down the halls showing off their latest fashion favorite. Freshman Lauren Garcia not only saw clothes and accessories, she also saw personalities shining through her peers’ fashion choices. “I love fashion and appreciate how clothing, shoes and accessories help to express my personality and individual style,” Garcia said. “I also respect and appreciate that others have their own personal style and it’s fun to see how people express themselves through fashion.” Individuals used fashion as an outlet. Expression and attitude were prevalent in designers’ inspiration. This was especially important for teens who struggled with expressing their emotions and figuring out who they wanted to become in the future. “I value fashion because it is one way that people have the freedom to be themselves and make a personal choice as to how they want to look and feel,” Garcia said. “Fashion lets you change how you express yourself to the world and is something you can have fun with.”
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Beach Party. All of these trends made a fierce comeback in the 21st century. In the 70s, mini dresses continued to be a popular trend, while maxi dresses and hot pants also filled the streets; it was a time for expression in the world of fashion. These style choices and personalities have been prevalent in fashion since that time and became increasingly popular again in today’s society. Those who grew up in the 80s say this decade was a time in which people were searching for themselves and craved finding an identity. Bright and bold colors were also in demand. During the spring season of 2011, these color palettes reappeared. The unkempt, grunge look became popular in the 90s when women chose rock t-shirts, flannels and acid wash jeans over a nicely ironed dress. Body branding and piercing also became more popular with men and women. These trends died out, but were revived again in the fall of 2011 and remained popular with students, especially into 2012. The best of these trends became timeless. From past decades or not, fashion is best represented in those who aren’t afraid to be daring and take risks. “My favorite thing [about fashion and kids] is the ones who don’t care; the ones who aren’t afraid to fly their freak flag,” Gonzalez said.
throughout the years, fashion traveled in a never ending cycle
Students entered her classroom every 50 minutes, five days a week, 10 months a year for 17 years. She saw every kind of teenager, like the individuals who paraded themselves down the hall as if they were strutting down the runway, and the crowd-followers who blended in as they strolled together in packs. “[I feel that fashion is important for teens] because I think it is a big part of pop-culture,” reading teacher Kyle Gonzalez said. “American teens live in such a visual society today.” Throughout the years, changes occurred in fashion trends. Gonzalez, however, noticed reoccuring trend with her students. There were always the kids who wanted to stand out and the ones who craved fitting in; the kids who dressed like they belonged in a different era and ones who couldn’t fit the mold of today’s standards any better. “I think [the change in fashion] isn’t just with the kids,” Gonzalez said. “It’s a cycle. Fashion always comes back around.” Students were always looking for inspiration, which was more often than not, found in past fashion icons and magazines. The 50s emphasized narrowness of the waist, and cat-eye glasses became popular. The 60s transformed the fashion world by going from conservative and respectable dresses to ‘minis’ and the bikini became a popular trend after making its appearance in the musical Taylor Keefer said.
zip. While getting ready, senior Griselda Gamez finishes her look with a pair of riding boots. “[I value fashion because] I just like feeling put together,” Gamez said. Her favorite fashion trend was flats.
goes around around What comes
dressed to a tee. At lunch, sophomore Eric Winspare shows off his fashion. “I’m not a ‘follower’, but if I see someone wearing something I like, I go get it,” Winspare said. One of his favorite stores was Hollister.
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He silently counted in intervals of five and squeezed the stress ball. Blood flowed from his arm into a bag that would later be used to save lives. “It makes me feel proud to know that my blood can be used and I have a chance to save a life,” junior Brian Gardner said. Senior Class organized four blood drives which occurred on Sept. 12, Nov. 7, Feb. 6 and April 9. They dedicated the Feb. 6 blood drive to Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse, former Boone students who died in a car accident a year before that day. It was a record breaking day with 196 pints collected, the highest in the history of the school, which contributed to the *461 pints collected throughout the year. “[My favorite part about blood drives is] just to know what we’re doing for the community and trying to educate [students] about the experience,” Senior Class sponsor Sarah Kittrell said.
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“I like the spirit here at Boone and how excited people got at the pep rally,”
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A sense of relief washed over her as she weighed the last can of the day. Before Student Government Association vice president Shannon Gresosky got a chance to look up from the scale, four more filled-to-thebrim bags were set at her feet and she started again. “I ran for office because I originally wanted to be more involved in the Boone community. I love it and I love how we’re all a family here,” Gresosky, senior, said. “I also ran because I saw the way SGA gave back through projects like Thanksgiving baskets, which gave back to families right here in our own community.” SGA organized the events that students participated in throughout their high school years. The officers’ year started with painting numbers on parking spaces, and selling the assigned spots to students at Braves R Back. At New Student Orientation each officer welcomed incoming students by giving tours of the school. “Being on SGA means giving up a lot of yourself, your time and your energy, and giving it to others,” Gresosky said. “You have to love it to do it.” The homecoming week, parade and half-time show were especially trying for the girls. They were responsible for selling roses during the week, accessing a permit to have the parade, hiring police officers, arranging court details and running voting for king and queen. “The stuff we pull off is nothing short of a 10 man job given to four girls,” Gresosky said. “We have to work together because it isn’t an option.” After they became more confident with their roles, they planned Brave Aid. All proceeds went towards the [brittany hope and madeline trybus]
Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation in honor of Laura Grant and Eddie Culberhouse. “My favorite moment [this year] was seeing Ms. Garcia and Ms. Grant’s faces as they saw the way the community gave back and came together as a family for Brave Aid, knowing we’d donate all the proceeds to their foundation,” Gresosky said. “To me, that’s the kind of thing that makes all of our work worth while; it makes everything we do that much better.” While class councils participated in SGA events, each class was responsible for its own activities. Senior Class specialized in putting on memorable events for the graduating class and worked to make the seniors’ last year unforgettable. They sponsored events such as the Senior Breakfast and also ran nominations, voting and the crowning for Sweetheart Court and senior superlatives. “[The students] perform excellently considering the volume of events they put on,” SGA sponsor Jamie Hoffmann said. “As teenagers, they do much better than many of the adults I know.” The officers performed tasks most of their peers wouldn’t have ever considered doing and put in an abundant amount of hours without a second request. They volunteered their year away to gain the experience and knowledge it took to organize and execute activities that high school students enjoyed. “[SGA] is a lot more work than people think it is,” Senior Class historian Daniela Diaz said. “Even though it is high-stress, it is definitely worth it in the end.”
members worked behind the scenes to complete a successful year
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show and tell. While at Rush Week, SGA president Madison McElroy speaks to students about the club. “I love seeing students get excited about being involved in SGA because it makes your high school years more memorable,” McElroy said. McElroy participated in SGA all of her four years.
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[1] check it off. At the Nov. 7 blood drive, Senior Class president Elizabeth McEwan checks in students. “Blood drives allow [the school] to have a positive effect on people’s lives at an early age,” McEwan said. Senior Class organized four blood drives each year. [2] give thanks. Senior Class secretary Kaitlin Davis hands out a Thanksgiving basket for a family’s holiday dinner. “It is important to give back, especially [to] help kids in our school,” Davis said. This was Davis’s first year as a class officer. [3] twist and shout. Performing at Braves Brawl, Senior Class vice president Yazmine Ramos dances in the class skit. “It is important to come together as seniors and just have fun because it’s our last one,” Ramos said. The skit took a week to come together. [4] pack up. To help the cause, senior Tyler Burton unloads food in cars to create Thanksgiving baskets. “It is important [to help] because it is our last chance to help out the school and we should help as much as we can,” Burton said. Thirty-two families received baskets.
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[1] aim high. Senior Melanie Caban competes in the high jump at the Metro Conference finals. “You get nervous [before competing,] but it’s exciting at the same time. It’s an adrenaline rush,” Caban said. Caban placed 10th, with a new season best in the high jump at 4’4”. [2] throw hard. At the Metro Conference finals, freshman Alexandra King warms up. “[Throwing the discus] makes me feel powerful and like I’m in control,” King said. King placed 19th, after throwing 57’1”.
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sprint to the finish. At the Lake Brantley Invitational, junior Justice Donald races neck and neck with Cocoa High School’s Jazzmine Folston in the 100 meter. “[Running] makes me feel really happy because it’s a stress reliever. It helps me whenever I get mad,” Donald said. Donald placed first in this race, running her personal best of 11.92 seconds.
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Aimed at performing better than in previous track meets, the girls sat together to prepare for their events. While the team looked small together, the ladies were more concerned with their speed and ability, proving that team size did not determine their success at meets. “I think it pushes us harder to do better because there aren’t as many people to get us points,” freshman Leah Sikes said. With 31 girls to score enough points to place at meets, the athletes had to participate in two or more events each. “[Having a small team] means that a lot of us have to triple in meets. You have three races and still have to try to do decent in them, rather than focusing on one race,” sophomore Alexandria Meneses said. The team excelled regardless of these challenges. In the first meet of the season, the Wildcat Open, the ladies placed fourth, beating rival teams like Edgewater High School and Timber Creek. However, the ladies faced losses too, placing ninth behind South Sumter High School and Winter Springs High School at the Highlander Invitational held at Lake Highland Preparatory School. Helping her team at the Highlander Invitational, junior Justice Donald placed first in the 400 meter, running it in 1:01.47 minutes. She also placed first in the 100 meter at the Lake Brantley Invitational, running a season best of 11.96 seconds. “Justice has been a huge part of our girls’ team success. She scores points in every event that she does,” coach Josh Shearouse said. “She has done a great job with meeting my expectations. She has become a better teammate as well as a better athlete.” At the Winter Park Relays, the team placed second, showing its strengths in the 4x800 meter and the 4x1600 meter relays, winning first place in both events. Despite their strong performance, Meneses and seniors Heather Classe, Nikia Toomey and Caroline Coleman did not break the school’s 4x800 relay record of 9:55.01. They finished ahead of other teams and won first place, timing in at 10:09.1 minutes, 16 seconds ahead of the other teams. “I’m really happy with how I’ve done this season, I worked really hard and had help from my coaches. I really pushed myself,” Meneses said. [kaitlyn dike and madeline trybus]
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[1] throw it. In the Brian Jaeger Elite Classic, sophomore Miranda Miller throws the shot put. “[My favorite part is] practice,” Miller said. “I’m with my team and we all work together as one.” Miller threw a personal record of 31’2” at the meet. [2] vault to victory. In the Metro Conference Finals, sophomore Olivia Rees pole vaults. “I’m always nervous [before I’m about to compete] because looking at the height you’re about to jump is scary,” Rees said. Rees placed 14th, jumping 6’0”.
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The steeple chase is a 2000 meter race in which the athlete, here senior Caroline Coleman, runs five obstacle-studded laps around the track. Throughout the race, Coleman jumped over 21 barriers and splashed through four water jumps. In this race, Coleman ran 8:29.99, placing second in the Wildcat Open and setting the school record, previously held by Molly Box at 9:13.82.
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chance for students to live the high school experience in one night,” junior Amanda Bhanote said.
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girls varsity. front: Caroline Coleman, Margaret Dukes, Melanie Caban, Nikia Toomey. row 2: Kelsey Matteson, Justice Donald, Michelle Duncan, Kylia Tillman, Rhapsody Arias. row 3: Leah Sikes, Alexandria Meneses, Courtney Patz, Mackenzie Williamson, Olivia Rees. row 4: Kristina Ciaccio, Marie Gilles, Miranda Miller, Brandy Taylor, Alandra Kelly. back: Aaliyah Johnson, Stephanie Hunte.
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Why do you do track and field? Athletes comment on their favorite aspects of track and field.
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boys varsity. front: Ryan Reyes, Devin Griggs, Marvin Bracy, Desmond Holland, Bradley Hutsell, Corey Davis. row 2: Dontrayvis Wesley, Burkhardt Helfrich, Jamal Galette, Jagger Shepherd, Aaron Turman, Joshua Green, Keiton Best. row 3: William Flowers, Ryan Harding, Christopher Slason, Tyree Surrency, Robert Pell, Darrian Pennant, Tyler Chapman. row 4: Austin Kneeland, Patrick Gresosky, Brandon Reddick, Anthony Coscia, Niko Banks, Simon Tran, Richard Liley. row 5: Luke Smith, James Dawson, Shiloh Sencion, Shawn Latimer, Weang Ruach, Kerry Alce, James Chris Veguilla. back: Frank Nelson, Devin Thomas, Blake Williams, Deion Thomas, Adam Laxton, Nathaniel Reiff.
Niko Banks, junior “I like the track meets and running against other schools. You work all week and you get to see if you’re better than other teams.”
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Michelle Duncan, junior “[I do track and field] to stay in shape for cross country. I like track because it is all different sports together at a meet. I [also] like the different workouts because it makes it interesting with all of the variety.” photo/DSP photphoto/Caroline Coleman
“[My favorite tradition is] football game day; when we get free food from cheerleaders
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