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Healthy MIND, Healthy BODY 1.35 MILLION YOUTHS HAVE A SERIOUS SPORTS INJURY EACH YEAR

BY TARA BAGHERLEE FEATURES EDITOR

diagnosed with breast cancer

Approximately 20%

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of adolescents have a diagnosable mental health disorder

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For more information see “Nurturing Mind and Body” on Page 26

73% of AMERICAN CHILDREN CONSUME CAFFEINE EACH DAY

was not detectable

For more information see the “Seen on Campus” on Page 18

I didn’t feel it

Suicide is the third leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults

didn’t feel it. It ticed had I not had that

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now able to “I was runher body would return in full condition

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Athletic Director Bill Caruso retires from the Bay

BY DANIELLE BUSH

still be the head of social studies and continue to teach one or two classes in the beginning of the day.

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As the third quarter of the 2015-2016 school year concludes so does Athletic Director Bill Caruso’s 15-year career at the Bay. After beginning his job as Athletic Director when the doors of the

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“HOPE” for mental illness prevention The Helping Overcome Problems Effectively (HOPE) club hosted “HOPE Day” in the courtyard on March 4 to spread awareness about certain mental illnesses.

Sophomore Payton Liberto, vice president of HOPE, said the club hosted the event to raise awareness on suicide, prevention of suicide, and informed students on how to recognize signs of suicidal behavior.

“The day was not only to educate students on mental illnesses, but also to make students understand people just like them, may be going through serious situations,”Liberto said.

HOPE club adviser David Geller supervised the planning that took place over a month to get the committees and information in order.

“It felt wonderful to see all the members’ hard work come together,” Mr. Geller said. “I’m glad that all the other students who participated in HOPE Day were able to learn as well as enjoy themselves.”

Junior Marcelle Zaccour said she thought the event impacted many students by informing them about issues that they might often turn a blind eye to.

“Many people around the school are going through a myriad of situations or are feeling alone. HOPE Day showed those students that they have a place to go,” Zaccour said. “It was also nice that we drew in such a big crowd, making that support group for students even that much bigger.”

Freshman Derek Sheinberg, president of HOPE, said the event wasn’t aimed to try and get people to join the club, but to raise awareness about mental illnesses.

“We were happy to see that people took interest and wanted to be educated on the topics we talk about in the club,” Sheinberg said. “The atmosphere and the people really made the event a great success. As people huddled around the tables, more and more people seemed to take interest in what we were doing, causing a crowd to form. It was really an One activity HOPE club had in the courtyard allowed students to write compliments on hearts and give them to people who mean something to them. A banner with the words, “I hope…” was

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hung for students to write on and share what they hope to achieve someday.

“HOPE Day not only helped the HOPE club gain recognition, but it also rassed or nervous to go to others with a problem,” Liberto said.

Zaccour said many people came up to her asking about the club and when the meetings were.

“It was so great to see people take an interest in HOPE. The club is about being a support group, while teaching others about different situations people are going through and how to help,” Zachave gone or are going through situations themselves, but we have learned how to work through a lot of it through this club.”

Liberto said HOPE Day made her feel like a better person because of the clear impact it made on students by making them aware that they are not alone.

“I left school that day knowing that this particular organization, HOPE, could have changed someone’s life for the better,” Liberto said.

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HAVE A LITTLE HOPE: Junior Camila Corrales (left) paints freshman Daniel

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Student receives national promotion

BY OLIVIA OHAYON NEWS EDITOR

Out of hundreds of applicants and only 12 available seats, junior and Director of Seniors and International Relations, Gabriel Lozano was appointed a position on the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) National Council to represent the Southeast region in all of the national UNICEF high school chapters.

junior Gabriel Lozano

members and I will develop fundraising strategies and other plans for the upcoming year,” he said. “I am anxiously anticipating the meeting and I am very excited to get to know my fellow council members.”

The members of the council are spread across the country and are either high school or college students.

“Because we can not meet in person on a regular basis, communication with the other council members will be an important factor going into next year,” he said. “I am, and will continue to be, in constant communication with the council.”

The application process consisted of two steps: a resume submission coupled with essay questions regarding Lozano’s contributions to UNICEF as well as video conference with the Youth Engagement/Global Citizens Fellow Allison Casey.

“Because the process was lengthy, it did become a little nerve-wracking,” he said.

Lozano said he was honored when he received the opportunity to work for an organization that he has invested most of his high school career in.

“I was so happy to have received the position. It was a nice surprise,” he said. “I couldn’t think of a better way to dedicate my time and efforts very hopeful because there were towards something so noble as a lot of other great applicants the UNICEF cause.” that I was going up against.”

Rosalia Sachs, UNICEF starts in August, when all the adviser, said she knew a student council members will meet from the Bay would be offered a and go through training in New position on the national council York City, the organization’s because its chapter is the biggest headquarters. in the nation. She said Lozano is “At our training, the council the perfect contender.

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POSE FOR PROMOTION: Gabriel Lozano (center) poses with his fellow UNICEF club members National Council.

“The council uses our fundraising ideas constantly,” Ms. Sachs said. “Our chapter is so respected and [Lozano] is so wonderful. This position is welldeserved.”

Lozano said the reason the Bay’s chapter is so successful is because it is constantly promoting UNICEF’s goals through fundraising.

“I plan to bring many of the ideas and projects we do yearround, regarding fundraising and membership, to the council,” he said.

UNICEF president, Kevin Alvarez, said Lozano plays

an integral role to the entire organization.

“I was in a state of happiness my board was able to receive such a prestigious position,” Alvarez said.

Alvarez said he feels Lozano will excel and grow professionally on the National Council.

“Every humble board member knows how to make a great club and work together to produce greatness,” he said.

“Gabriel is one of those students who cares for our club and cause.”

Even though his contributions may seem small, Lozano believes it adds up to make a difference large-scale eradication of hunger and poverty.

“I truly think every small grain of sand makes a difference,” he said. “As long as we can get the word out, whether it’s through newspapers, television production or social media, it can help us raise those what matters most.”

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AROUND THE WORLD CULTURE CRAZE: (From left to right) Senior Chi Leminh and juniors Michelle Nguyen and Melanie Xia perform a traditional Vietnamese dance. Members of the Rebeca Reyna Flamenco Studio dance the Flamenco to celebrate Spanish culture.

(From left to right) Freshmen Maria Guerrero, Rafael Sanchez, Carlos Piña and Alejandro Díaz serve Indian food. The event, which featured food and performances from nine different countries, allowed attendees to experience a taste of various cultures.

BY SHANTY FIERRO

Promoting Relationships in Diversity through Education (PRIDE) took students, parents and teachers around the world without ever leaving International Night took place on Feb. 26 to not only showcase nine different countries and its cultures, but to raise awareness for endangered species around the world.

Maria Guerrero, PRIDE board member and director of the event, said as director, it was her responsibility to oversee and organize all aspects of the event, including speaking with restaurants and other businesses to ask for donations. She said she was so happy to see that everything went according to plan.

“I was happy to see that a lot of people come out to support International Night, and that they enjoyed the food and performances,” Guerrero said.

Victoria Vigalorolo, PRIDE board member said she was also happy to see the club’s hard work pay off.

“We worked hard to get donations from restaurants, make decorations and line up the performances,” Vigalorolo said.

Some of the countries that were showcased included Greece, India, Cuba, Peru, Italy, Venezuela and the United States. Each country had its own unique dish to serve along with a student-led board that described one of the country’s endangered species. There were also centerpieces on each of the tables that gave further information on the animals and how to help conserve their environments.

“I liked how International Night raised awa r e n e s s about the endangered species in the world, and how we can work together to protect and care for them,” sophomore Camilia Rubiera said.

Guests also enjoyed food from all nine countries.

Sophomore Andrea Frietas said she felt proud when she visited

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the Italian table.

“It was an honor to see Italy represented at International Night, and it really made me feel more connected to my country,” Frietas said.

Some of the plates available included Dolma from Greece, Arroz con Frijoles from Cuba, Chaulafan from Peru and authentic Italian meatballs.

While the guests dined on different count r ies’ cuisines, they w a t c h e d p e r fo r m a n c e s that included f l a m e n c o dancers and heard songs performed in English, Spanish and Italian.

“Seeing all the countries’ different talents in one night was a real treat and a great thing to watch,” sophomore Mariana

Omtiveros said.

During the performances and the dinner, there was also a silent auction held to raise money to give a scholarship to any student at the Bay who is ethnically diverse, in need grades. The scholarship is worth more than $1,000 and the link to apply will be posted on the PRIDE website after spring break.

A committee of PRIDE three candidates. And the sole winner will be chosen by administration; the winner will be announced in May. Pride member, Camila Ludert, said she thought the auction was a positive addition that all of the attendees liked.

“It was a very different idea and a great way to raise money for a good cause while promoting the businesses that

donated the items,” Ludert said.

Viglarolo said it is important to host events like these because it allows students to meet likeminded students, while also learning about different cultures.

“Since there are so many kids in the school that come from different places, it was nice

to have an event just for them,” Viglarolo said. “It’s also great that they can come and meet people from their country and from other countries as well.”

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EHS poetry contest sparks creativity

BY JESSIE CHAIET

To help students explore their poetic abilities, English Honor Society (EHS) hosted its annual poetry contest. Participants had to incorporate the quote “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” into their poems. Entries were due on March 8.

“EHS does the poetry contest yearly to allow students all over Cypress Bay to express and demonstrate their writing abilities and have fun while doing so,” EHS Vice President Jacob Wilentz said. “There are tons of beyond-talented aspiring writers that remain quiet, and this contest provides an opportunity for RHYME TIME: others to enjoy their words and talent.”

Prizes for the entries were - beholder” instead.

“It is so interesting to see all place. Wilentz said monetary the different perspectives and inprizes motivate students to par- terpretations of one quote,” EHS ticipate in the contest.

President Megan Muralles said.

“We give students money “Everybody is inspired to write to reward them for such hard ef- different things from the same forts and to add a little extra in- quote, and it really highlights centive to try their best in the how creative people can be.” contest,” Wilentz said.

EHS has been hosting the Originally, the theme of the poetry contest for two years and poetry contest was going to be plans on continuing it in the fulove in unconventional ways. ture.

EHS wasn’t able to get the con“We started the poetry contest started in time for Valen- test because it enhances literatine’s Day, so it chose to use the cy in the school and allows for quote “Beauty is in the eye of the showcasing local talent,” EHS

adviser Ms. Fonseca said. “In poetry, emotions and outlook as well as vocabulary and literary devices take center stage.”

Students of all grades could participate in the contest, even if they are not in EHS. Ms. Fonseca said she thinks it’s important to include all students in the contest.

“To close off the contest to EHS members makes the contest very elitist,” Ms. Fonseca said. “Part of EHS’s mission statement is to enhance the literacy of the entire school community.”

EHS also hosts a short story contest with monetary prizes. All students can participate, and participants have to include a certain quote in their stories.

This school year the short story contest was in January.

“The short story contest also promotes a love and interest in writing,” Muralles said. “Both prose and poetry require creativity, but poetry is much more soulful and personal, in my opinion.”

English teacher Joyce Seigel said she required all her students to participate in the contest. She

said she thinks the contest is a great way to promote self-awareness through poetry.

“It’s important for students to express themselves especially when it comes to perception and how they see the world,” Mrs. Seigel said. “I’m proud of EHS for pursuing English goals and getting the English department involved.”

Mrs. Seigel read all of her students’ entries before they submitted them. She said she thought they were beautiful.

“When we write poetry, we don’t hold back. We say what’s on our minds, and we speak the truth,” Mrs. Seigel said.

Muralles said she loved writing the poem because poetry is very important to her. She said she thinks poetry promotes individuality and gives people an opportunity to say things they feel may not be heard.

“I love the idea of controlling and challenging the way words and letters and structures can be arranged, and making it into something beautiful and personal to oneself,” Muralles said.

“Poetry is a healthy outlet, a way to experiment with your feelings, a chance to create something beautiful with words, and a thought process that is unlike anybody else’s.”

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NHS volunteers at PAWS walk to help animals

BY FRANKI ROSENTHAL MULT. NEWS EDITOR

Members of the National Honor Society (NHS) volunteered at the “Pets Are Worth Saving (PAWS) Pack” Walk for the Animals sponsored by the Broward County Humane Society on March 5 at Huizenga Plaza in Ft. Lauderdale. support and assistance to the Humane Society of Broward County, PAWS’s mission is to provide shelter, aid and homes for animals. PAWS also aims to expand community awareness with respect to all animals with six events per year, including the Walk for the Animals.

“Although [NHS] does a lot of walks throughout the year, this one was really intriguing because of the fact that we were able to work so closely with dogs who actually went to the event as well,” said senior Rachel Gordon, NHS Treasurer. “I, like many other people, rescued my dog from the Humane Society, so it’s nice to give back to an amazing organization that gave me my incredible dog.”

Gordon said the main job that the members of NHS took part in was acting as a “cheering squad” for dogs and their owners.

“We broke up into groups and scattered along the path and we cheered on the dogs as they walked by,” Gordon experience by seeing a direct impact they were able to make on the community.”

Junior Mason Eiss said volunteering at this event allowed members to help as opposed to just observe.

“By helping run the events, we feel more connected to the causes and we understand how change starts,” Eiss said.

“Through the help of NHS it makes it easier for organizations, like the Humane Society, to host events like these to support their cause.”

Eiss said he was happy the event raised funds and awareness for the Humane Societies of Broward County and Miami Dade because it would help “There were many animals at the event looking for people to adopt them,” Eiss said. “It was nice to be a part of an event that focused on the bigger issues like raising money for the care of animals and the adoption of pets.”

Junior Natalie Nicholson said she believes her assistance at the walk helped in bringing the community together.

“Participating in this walk was a

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A PAW FOR A PAW: (Clockwise from top left) Seniors Rachel Gordon, Cecilia Padron, Raquel Linevsky, Sophia Cohen, Emma Goetzinger and Sabrina Kim participate at the PAWS walk sponsored by the Humane Society on March 5.

great way to strengthen the ties within for all of the animals and made sure the community and create long lasting the dogs were given love and affection,” memories,” Nicholson said. “Some of the Nicholson said. people who attended had been going for Gordon said raising money and awareness for the Humane Society was had a smile on my face the entire time a great way for the members of NHS to as I was able to interact with dogs and make an impact on the community. encourage better treatment of animals “This event allowed our members everywhere.”

Nicholson said due to the efforts of everyone helping out, she believed the said. “We were able to successfully give dogs felt more appreciated at the end of back to an organization that helps so the event. many animals in our community.”

“We created a happier environment

Curriculum fair aids incoming students

BY STEPHANIE STONE ONLINE NEWS EDITOR

Incoming freshmen from Falcon Cove, Tequesta Trace and Imagine Charter West got a taste of the Bay at the annual Curriculum Night. On Feb. 17 and Feb. 24, students and parents had the opportunity to learn more about the classes and clubs from current students and teachers.

“It was a great group effort from everyone, which made the night a success,” said Dianne Thorpe, coordinator of the event. “It’s always exciting to introduce new students to the Bay and to see how PHOTO BY STEPHANIE STONE to be here.”

At the event, more than 20 booths WELCOME TO MY HOUSE: Freshman Allyson Modrak (left) hands Sarah were available each night, so parents and Gibson, an incoming freshman from Falcon Cove Middle School, an informational

pamphlet about the Interior Design Club and class.

class. These booths included Debate, Student Government Association (SGA) and Spanish. The Debate booth displayed its trophies from past tournaments tained from participating in the activity which are public speaking skills and argumentative skills.

While at Curriculum Night, parents and students could explore different elective classes, clubs and core curriculum classes. The middle school students were also able to discuss these topics with their potential teachers and department heads.

“Some of the questions were directed toward knowing more about the school and getting a head start for next year,” Ms. Thorpe said. “It is an amazing idea

to have this so early, so all the information will accumulate and make the student become more successful.”

Eighth grader Sarah Gibson from Falcon Cove said she came to the event to learn more about elective courses.

“Being here shows me exactly what I would be getting myself into taking each course,” Gibson said. “It clears up what different classes I want to take in my ninth found that interior design seems like a fun and interesting class to take next year.”

Reading teacher Hope Fisher attended the event to promote reading classes and answer parents’ questions. She also said she wanted to ensure the incoming

exposure to the Bay. “The middle school fair gives parents and students the opportunity to understand the high expectations of students at school, to meet some of the teachers who will set them up for success and to help them integrate into the Cypress Bay community,” Mrs. Fisher said.

Mrs. Fisher said the evening provided a forum to share details about the options to heighten awareness for course selection.

“I was also excited to see such a large turn-out for an academic event,” Mrs. Fisher said. “The smiling faces and positive attitudes of incoming freshmen indicate that the Cypress Bay tradition of excellence continues.”

Like Mrs. Fisher, current high school students also provided information to incoming freshmen from a like-minded perspective. Junior Emily Flynt promoted the Latin class at the Falcon Cove Curriculum Night.

“Most students don’t know that much about Latin, and they do not know the guages and the SAT,” Flynt said. “So by being there to talk about the course, it helps them be aware of the advantages of taking the class.”

Flynt said it felt good helping the students not just with the questions they had about the Latin class, but with other classes which will help them get more prepared for next year.

“It is great that they have this night so the middle school students have a better chance of getting a perfect schedule,” Flynt said.

Aitana Hidalgo, an eighth grader from Tequesta Trace, said she wanted to know necessary graduation requirement. Since she is already a member of the Tequesta Trace advanced drama program, she thought AMT would be a good elective to continue with at the Bay. tions I had and made the whole process easier to understand because it is a lot of information and is hard to digest,” Hidalgo said. “Talking to current members of AMT helped a lot. Now I know that AMT is the best choice for me.”

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Best Buddies spreads love at annual dance

BY DANIELLE BUSH EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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It’s a time for all of the best buddies to come together to enjoy an evening music and food.

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-senior Gaby Loureiro

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CUPID SHUFFLE: Members of Best Buddies from the Bay, Western, Cooper City and Feb. 12.

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Clubs encourage Valentine’s Day spirit

BY CARLI UDINE

Love was spread throughout the Bay on Feb. 12 in order to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Clubs such as the Student Government Association [SGA], UNICEF, and Chorus participated in activities to get students involved in the spirit.

“The best part about selling Valentine’s decorations is seeing the entire school come together to participate and spread school spirit,” sophomore Emilie Vargas said. “During [Valentine’s Day] the Bay is more than just a school. It is a true family.”

Freshman Lexi Barten, member of SGA, said her and the Valentine’s Day committee worked hard to try to get all students to participate in the love-themed festivities.

“Along with some classmates in SGA, I brainstormed some cute ideas to bring Valentine’s Day to school,” Barten said.

SGA set up a “marriage booth,” where students were able to pay $2 and pretend to get married to the person of their choice. They are then able to take photos of themselves in the booth.

“I thought that the marriage booth was such a cute idea,” Barten said. “I loved watching people go in the booth take photos. It was also a great way to get pictures for Instagram and Twitter.”

In addition to the marriage booth, SGA sold balloons and banners to be hung up on the catwalk. SGA also announced they would be holding a dress up day. The protocol was for students who were “taken” to dress in red, and students who were “single” to dress in pink.

touch to all of [SGA’s] hard work in preparing for this holiday. It is also really fun to see who is taken and who is single,” she said. “I do not know if I can speak on behalf of the student body at this school, but I really love dressing up for spirit days.”

Senior Executive Adviser of UNICEF, Hannah Levinson, said that she not only enjoyed the Valentine’s Day events because they were fun, but also because they were able to fundraise nearly $1300 for the club. They sold stuffed animal giraffes and chocolate hearts.

“In my opinion, the event was a huge success,” Levinson said.

With the option of buying giraffes and having them delivered to the student’s classroom, Levinson said that she felt the way in which UNICEF sold the stuffed animals was convenient.

“I think it was a really fun idea because it was different than the usual bears that are sold on Valentine’s Day,” she said.

“Around 45 kids dressed up in giraffe costumes to advertise which was pretty unique and effective. The giraffes were a huge hit and they had the ability to raise a lot of money for the UNICEF organization.”

However, giraffes and banners were not the only things sold. Singing grams, sponsored by Chorus were also a part of the holiday with love- themed melodies.

Fourth year chorus member and Soprano leader, senior Amy Kulkarni, said that she feels the singing grams bring a new and innovative side to the school.

“As a team, we had to prepare a lot in order to deliver all of the singing grams.

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BLEEDING LOVE: (From left) Sophomore Gabby Luce and juniors Leonardo the courtyard on Feb. 12. Various clubs hosted events around school in spirit of

Since we would be performing in front of many people throughout various classes, we wanted to ensure that our songs were perfect,” Kulkarni said.

Kulkarni said that chorus provides singing grams for students to purchase just to really have a fun time and take away from some of the stress in classrooms.

“The goal of the grams is really just for everyone to have fun. I think that everyone in the classes where a singing gram is delivered really enjoys watching us perform. It is really funny to watch ”

Freshman Jeffery Shim- Francis said that he was surprised of how much he enjoyed his lunch period on the Friday be“Honestly, I thought that I would just ignore all of the annoying couples at school, but during lunch I realized I could actually have fun with the things that many clubs had set up in the courtyard,” Shim-Francis said. “My friends and I went in the booth and took some pictures, and I also sent a singing gram to one of my friends. It was very entertaining.”

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Technology commercial to be released

BY EMILY CHAIET ONLINE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Jeffrey Rose’s AP Physics class, Tiffani Slutsky’s Computer Science class and Angela Ashley’s robotics team will

How teachers use technology

for Broward Schools about 21st century learning because of their constant use of technology in the classroom.

“I think it’s always good to showcase what we do,” assistant principal Marianela Estripeaut said. “To be honest, we do so much that when Broward Schools asked Jeffery Rose me about teachers that use technology in Physics the classroom, I just thought that this is so automatic for all of our teachers. We have His AP Physics class is so many things and teachers do so much using a labquest pro to with technology that for me, it’s almost measure current resistance like second nature.” and voltage for an The Bay is one of eight schools that electronics lab. mercial. While it is uncertain when the commercial will air, Mr. Rose and they were doing a capacitor lab.

Ms. Slutsky’s classes have already been “I think the commercial will show people what technology we are using in the classroom,” Mr. Rose said. “They vidweeks. eotaped me teaching and then they vid“I think the purpose of the com- eotaped my students doing a lab using all mercial is to show how schools are us- of the equipment that we have. We were ing technology to advance their curricu- doing an electronics lab so we used melums,” Ms. Slutsky said. “My part of that ters and a device called a labquest pro, was my students are learning to use code which is a handheld touch screen device that other students are learning to use in for measuring lots of different things. We their classroom.” were measuring current resistance and Mr. Rose and Ms. Slutsky were both voltage with those.” asked by Broward Schools to be featured Ms. Slutsky’s AP Computer Science in the commercial. Mr. Rose’s class was and answering short answer questions. was videotaped for half an hour while

Tiffani Slutsky Computer Science Her AP Computer Science class practices writing code and has created Blackjack games that they play on the computer.

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black jack games that they had made on the computer.

“The commercial is great for the school, great for the kids and it allows us to show our computer science program,” Ms. Slutsky said.

Along with interviewing Ms. Slutsky and Mr. Rose in the commercial, a few students from each class will also be Computer Science class.

“They asked us about our views on said. “It made me feel important that they cared about my opinion and wanted my views on the class. I also like how I’ll be

able to share it with others to hopefully encourage them to join computer science.”

While Broward Schools originally only intended to feature Mr. Rose and Ms. Slutsky’s classes, after hearing of the Bay’s robotics program, it decided to feature the program as well.

“I want people viewing the commercials to see these amazing robots that these kids built,” Ms. Ashley said. “They engineer it and they design it. It all comes from them, so basically to see that public schools have these really amazing robotics and engineering students as well. It shows that you don’t need to go to a private school to get a top notch STEM program.”

While Ms. Ashley is unsure about commercial, she said they are interested in seeing the robotics team’s robots move. using the new android operating system,” Ms. Ashley said. “Also, this is the team’s third year in a row advancing to nationals last year they made it to worlds so they’re a really good robotics team.”

Ms. Estripeaut said Broward Schools might visit more teachers; however, for Mr. Rose and Ms. Ashley.

“Obviously all of these teachers are doing something that is cutting edge,” Ms. Estripeaut said. “I go see classrooms all the time and see thing such as when they are playing review games where they press with their phone. It’s kind of automatic and I see it all the time but that is use of technology in a very creative way.”

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Athletic director retires, passes on position Athletic Director Bill Caruso retires from the Bay from page 1

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He has been a part of building this school for the past 15 years. It has been an honor just to hang with Bill and just be Batman and Robin. He’s been my Robin and my boy for all of these years.

We’re going to miss him.

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-Principal Scott Neely

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RIDING OUT HIS LAST YEAR: Athletic Director Bill Caruso steps down from his position and begins his retirement, leaving Social Studies Department Chair Scott Selvidge to take this role.

Drive brings smiles to those in need

BY RACHEL FRIEDMAN

Toothpaste, toothbrushes and dental

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SGA anticipates Dance Marathon

BY JENNA RABINOVITCH ONLINE ARTS & ENT. EDITOR

Dance Marathon will make its return for the second year in a row on Apr. 15. Junior Anya Berry, lead chairperson of the event, said she is working hard with the Student Government Association (SGA) to make it better than the last.

All of the money raised during the event is donated to the Miami Children’s Hospital.

“This year, we hope Dance Marathon will be a lot bigger and better than last,” Berry said. “Our goal [of] $15,000 is larger, which means we need to have more people than we needed last year when we raised $10,000.”

To meet this goal, Berry said SGA

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I know the event is going to be a success.

I just hope it exceeds my expectations. I hope that when people leave, they can say ‘Wow, I was a part of something’

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-junior Anya Berry needs as many people to sign up as possible, so SGA appointed 40 ambassadors to spread the word.

“As an ambassador, I am looking forward to getting all my friends to sign up,” sophomore James Sadowski said. “I

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haven’t participated in Dance Marathon before, but I know it will be a unique experience that will result in many memories.”

SGA adviser Mrs. Danielle Nascimento oversees the student planning committees and serves as the liaison between the schools and the Children’s Miracle Network.

“This year we are doing a fundraiser in the courtyard once a week leading up to the event,” she said. “Last year, we did half as much as we are doing now and we met our goal, so hopefully we will exceed our goal again this year.”

Berry, who cochaired the event last year, said she has a very strong passion

for community service and Dance Mar- 31. With each registration, there is a manathon has increased her desire to assist datory donation fee. Berry said she is those in need. and contribute to the cause.

Dance Marathon had on so many lives “I know the event is going to be a suclast year, including my own,” she said. “It cess. I just hope it exceeds my expectareally showed me that we as humans rise tions,” Berry said. “I hope that when peoby lifting others.” ple leave, they can say ‘Wow, I was a part Sadowski said he believes Dance Mar- of something amazing.’” athon is one of the best community-based fundraisers at the Bay. “Dance Marathon is a very special cause that needs as much attention as possible, and I am going to bring this attention to the cause to the best of my ability,” he said.

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Debaters conquer on separate coasts

BY JESSICA RUSSO

“Getting my second bid was one of my biggest accomplishments at Harvard,” Srebnick said. “Being able to qualify for another national tournament is very rewarding. I’m happy that all the time I put in to this paid off.”

Senior Ben Kaner, who competed at Berkeley, participated in one of his last

The debate team traveled to opposite coasts on the weekend of Feb. 13-16 to compete at the national level. The team split up, with four students traveling to Harvard University, and 56 students traveling to the University of California, Berkeley. The team placed fourth in the sweepstakes at Berkeley and the other Forum.

“I have been to this tournament before, Tournament of Champions (TOC). and it’s always a tough one, so I put in a lot of work in order to make the last time I debate here count,” Kaner said. “I am

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I am very proud of our competitive success this year. Our performances at Harvard and Berkeley were demonstrably the most successful in Cypress Bay history. I’m very excited to be part of this team.

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-debate teacher Jesus Caro

my partner, Eric (Beilin), and I loved the experience the tournament gave me.”

Junior Brian Levy made it to the octaat Berkeley discussing a wide range of topics, both domestic and international.

“I wish I could have made it further,

COAST TO COAST: (Above) Junior Sterling Wertanzl and senior Aetedal Odeh

due to more competitors at such a large tournament,” Levy said. “I know I did my best and making it that far in a national tournament is an accomplishment of its own.” national tournament in general due to the long hours of non-stop debating.

“It’s hard to stay energized and

Sophomore Mackenzie Hirsh reached Forum Debate and received her second bid to the TOC. “It wasn’t an easy tournament because I had to adapt to the national debate style teams coming from around the country,” Hirsh said. “However, the hard work our team put in really paid off in the end.”

Junior Samantha Srebnick Congressional Debate. Her out round, the her a second bid to the TOC.

starting in the morning and debating up until 9 o’clock at night,” Hirsh said.

“Being tired makes me want to give up sometimes, but it also makes me more determined to make my speeches that much better.”

Debate coach Jesus Caro traveled to Berkeley to make the team feel more comfortable and prepare it for the days of debating.

“I prep the students on the team by helping them practice, giving them research for their topics and most importantly being supportive in calming

their nerves,” Mr. Caro said.

Mr. Caro said he knows the team worked extremely hard to place in such a large, national competition.

“I am very proud of our competitive success this year. Our performance at Harvard and Berkeley were demonstrably the most successful in Cypress Bay history,” he said. “I’m very excited to be part of this team.”

Although Levy did not place where he wanted, he said he is proud of the team’s hard work.

“Our team did very well overall,” Levy said. “Seeing the dedication pay off and come to life through our speeches and success was awesome and rewarding. respective events, and as a whole, I am really proud of us all.”

Wildlife Protection Club visits rehabilitation center cautious about littering and picking up litter he sees on the ground because of this experience.

“The last thing I want is to contribute to the injuries of the animals,” he said.

“I want to do everything in my power to make sure less animals need rehabilitation from human caused injuries.”

BY MARISSA BABITZ

Seven members of the Wildlife and rehabilitation center, Gumbo Limbo, in Boca Raton on Feb. 20 to observe how rehabilitation centers treat their animals.

“It was really cool to see the different types of tanks the animals live in, what their diets consist of and their interactions with other animals,” said club copresident Rachel Gutner.

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I was shocked to see the amount of animals in the rehabilitation center.

I learned that most animals get injured from trash people leave all the time.

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-senior Colton Murphee Gutner said it was important for the club to go to Gumbo Limbo because it encouraged conservation efforts within the club by exposing members to nature centers.

“We want club members to experience

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“I went when I was a kid to Gumbo Limbo and wanted the club members to have the same experience.”

“The turtle rehabilitation center was amazing. There were enormous turtles kept in tanks that were being prepared to go back into the wild.”

Colton Murphee Club member

“I wanted to explore the sea turtle rehabilitation center and nature trails.”

Hing said the animals were treated with love and care at the rehabilitation center.

“The volunteers were so passionate about helping the animals,” she said. “It’s great to see a place taking such pride in making sure animals get proper care after getting injured.”

animals in rehabilitation.

“It was such a cool experience to see as many nature centers as possible so that to feed them out of our hands,” she said. we spread knowledge and awareness said. about taking care of animals and the While at Gumbo Limbo, members environment,” she said. saw how large the rehabilitation center was. Murphree said he didn’t realize how member, said he was glad to see the often animals need rehabilitation. volunteers at Gumbo Limbo help prepare “I was shocked to see the amount of the animals to go back into the wild after animals in the rehabilitation center,” he rehabilitation. said. “I learned that most animals get injured from trash people leave all the such a great experience to see all of the time.” sea turtles, stingrays and different types Murphree said he will now be more

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HEALTH HAZARD

An exploration of the dangers of crash diets and the healthier alternatives that are available.

BY JOLIE SONKIN

A year ago, freshman Jordan Pelegrin had to count calories, measure proportions and eat clean in order to get in to better shape for dance. For others like Pelegrin, dieting is a part of their daily routine.

“I dance a lot and it is easier to dance if I am healthy, thin and light on my feet,” Pelegrin said.

In order to see positive changes, Pelegrin said she must eat the proper way for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

“I usually have either an egg or granola cereal in the morning, then I will have a healthy snack before lunch,” Pelegrin said.

“For lunch I have a vegetable, fruit and a salad and then before dance I have dinner, which varies from a protein, grain or veggie.”

Pelegrin said she used to be on the 21-Day Fix, which focused on how to eat everything in proportion.

“Being on this 21-Day Fix was not easy, I would exercise everyday and I had to eat a certain amount of protein, fruits and vegetables to get the results I was looking for,” Pelegrin said. “This type of diet taught me that eating the right amount of the important types of foods is crucial

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” for a healthier individual.”

Freshman Derek Sheinberg said it is important to eat healthy for daily function and stay in good physical shape. He said dieting must be taken into full consideration to see the results a person is looking for.

“When dieting, you shouldn’t instead diet at a healthy pace and gradually cut down on carbohydrates, sugars and other foods that increase body fat,” Sheinberg said.

Private Fitness Trainer Jessica Lowe said it is important for people to eat properly when dieting to ensure healthy results.

“Many people are under the impression that if they want to lose weight, they should just eat less,” Mrs. Lowe said. “While everyone’s situation is different, it is important to eat more of the right foods and less of the poor food choices.”

Mrs. Lowe said when elimi-

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nating entire food groups, taking in too few calories, skipping meals, using weight loss pills or the many other ways people “diet” can all have serious negative effects on one’s health.

“While these strategies may cause you to lose weight, you will also be losing muscle which is necessary for proper fat loss and an increased metabolism,” Mrs. Lowe said.

Mrs. Lowe said it is important for people to eat foods that have a nutritious value.

“To diet correctly, you have to eat foods that contain much nutrition include, egg whites, chicken breast, salmon, and lean protein,” Mrs. Lowe said.

Nutritionist Cindy Weisberg said she does not believe in the practice of dieting, rather she believes in simply eating nutritious foods for an individual’s health.

“I do not believe in dieting.

Eating healthy is vital for the body because it creates fuel for your body in order to perform properly,” Mrs. Weisberg said.

If dieting is done incorrectly, Mrs. Weisberg said a person’s health could be negatively affected.

“Dieting improperly can mess up your metabolism, which slows down the process, causing your body to hold on to these calories and gain weight, so you are not able to lose weight when you are exercising,” Weisberg said. “A person’s behavior can be affected by not dieting the proper way. If dieting incorrectly side effects may occur, such as chronic disease high blood pressure or diabetes.”

Weight loss coach Dana Galpern said his diet plan uniquely helps him lose weight in a healthy way because he is low.

“The Continued Commitment menu plan helps me maintain optimal body composition. ing the occasional indulgence,” Mr. Galpern said.

Mr. Galpern said dieting must be done the proper way or else health concerns can take place.

“Many commercial weight loss programs place an emphasis on what to eat, not how to eat.

A person can lose weight for a period of time, usually it eventually comes back,” Mr. Galpern plan tells me the type of foods to eat, and the correct proportion I should be eating.”

Mrs. Weisberg said people tend to abuse this practice in hopes of losing weight.

“There are so many bad diets on the market,” she said. “People do these yo-yo diets, which is when a person’s body weight is continuously lost and then regained back to its initial weight.”

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Where are they now?

Alumni Strike

Class of 2013

‘This is kind of everything that I could want in a program’ Alumnus Jeremy Tache traveled to the Dominican Republic for the Mets Baseball Academy.

BY ALYSSA LEVIN FEATURES COPY EDITOR

Alumnus Jeremy Tache, 20, began his baseball career at the age of 3 and has been committed to the sport ever since.

Recently, Tache spent time in the Dominican Republic participating in a program through the New York Mets where he works with emerging Dominican baseball players, teaching them English and the American culture. In this two-month program, he is preparing the players to join the Mets organization and make the move from the Dominican Republic to the United States.

“For me, this is kind of everything that I could want in a program,” Tache said.

“I love baseball, I really enjoy leadership and I enjoy helping people. So I felt that this encompassed all three.”

Even though the program is now based at the University of South Florida, Tache said he had heard about it when it was based at The Burnett Honors College at the University of Central Florida (UCF), where he is a student.

“I was fortunate enough to be involved with the people that ran it over at UCF until it moved,” Tache said. “But I was even more fortunate enough to be one of the two UCF students to go this time.” son to introduce him to the game, coaching him throughout his life. Baseball has been a passion of his for over a decade and a half.

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I love cracking jokes and getting to hang out at lunch and teaching them some new English phrases, while I learn some new Spanish phrases.

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-alumnus Jeremy Tache “I kind of eat, sleep, breathe baseball and kind of always have,” Tache said. “So because of that, it was so easy for me to see a program like this and say ‘yes this makes all the sense in the world.’” at the Mets Academy because his relationship with the players took time to grow due to the cultural and language differences. But as the program went on, he was able to develop many connections with the staff and players.

“It’s great being around these guys playing baseball every morning or just kind of stopping by and talking to them,” Tache said. “I love cracking jokes and getting to hang out at lunch and teaching them some new English phrases, while I learn some new Spanish phrases.”

HOMERUN: (Above) The baseball players that are training at the Mets Academy took a break from their English and American culture class to pose for a group picture. (Left) Alumnus Jeremy Tache poses with one of his students from the Academy before a game.

that does hit you,” he said. “But I feel fortunate that I came down here relatively prepared for that. If you come down here with an open mind, excited to see something new, then the culture shock only hits you a little bit, it never gets too bad.”

Tache’s mother, Teana Tache, said she feels her son has the personality to go out and make a difference and participate in this program.

“Jeremy has a lot of really great qualiPHOTOS SUBMITTED BY JEREMY TACHE ties that make up who he is,” Mrs. Tache said. “But I would have to say his best Growing up around baseball, Tache rience going to the United States easier. quality is his ability to always see the best said one of the perks of being in the pro- If they feel more comfortable off of the in everyone and everything.” gram is getting to be around the game.

As for the program, Mrs. Tache said But his favorite part is interacting with the players, getting to teach them the English to make them better ball players.” language and helping them prepare for After having the opportunity to build ticipating in the program. the future. close relationships, Tache said he is going “I believe the Mets Academy is an “I have developed some relationships to miss the family atmosphere that has amazing opportunity for the talented with these guys that I know will last a been created. young men who live in the Dominican long time,” Tache said. “I hope to keep in “Getting to be in class and having a Republic,” she said. “It offers them the contact with them as they move forward good time, getting to watch movies and in their careers. But if their careers were just messing around with some of these playing major league baseball and to esto come to an end, hopefully some of the guys, I am going to miss the personali- cape a life of poverty.”

English that I taught them, and some of ties,” Tache said. “There are a lot of guys Majoring in broadcast journalism at the American culture that I taught them, that I unfortunately won’t be able to see UCF, Tache said he has developed a paswill help them to get a job one day.” again.” sion for broadcasting, and hopes to speHe said through the program he hopes He said being in the Dominican Re- cialize in baseball. that the players will get a better sense of “The ultimate dream would be to one what’s to be expected of them when they culture shock. Being in his new environ- day be the Mets broadcaster and be callcome to the United States. ment and new culture has created a sur- ing out one of the guys that I taught Eng“We all hope that they just feel more real feeling for him. lish to coming up to bat,” Tache said. “It comfortable,” Tache said. “That’s all we “There’s an immense amount of pov- would be a surreal feeling.” can ask for. That we can make their expe- erty, so it’s like nothing I’ve ever seen and

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In this issue’s recurring segment that gives students an opportunity to learn more about the teachers they see every day, staff writer Leticia Antonini interviews English teacher, Tori Warenik. students are also humans who might be incapable of the constant onslaught of work that we require of them. I think we’re more than just we need to be mentors and we need to be there for our students in more capacities than just as an educator.

Why did you become a teacher?

I’ve always wanted to become a teacher. It’s the one thing I always knew I would be good at and would also be a constant challenge for me.

One day, when I was in elementary school, my mom got called in by my teacher. She was a little bit worried, thinking I did something wrong, but my teacher actually only wanted to show her how I was teaching the class.

What is your spirit animal and why?

My spirit animal is a buffalo; I even have a tattoo of one. A buffalo is my spirit animal because it seems like this great, big, lumbering animal that looks so aggressive, which it can be, but it’s a plains-grazing animal.

Buffalos are so gentle and kind, but they’re also short-tempered, which is very indicative of who I am as a person.

What’s the best quality a teacher can have?

Compassion. So often I think we need to be more than a teacher, we need to understand that our

What is your dream?

My biggest dream is to become the Secretary of Education of the United States because I would want to be in a position where I could

am affecting change here at the high school level, but as the Secretary of Education, I would already have experience as a teacher and would be able to bring that experience to the forefront; in a way that could cause real lasting change that would, ideally, change the course of education as we see it now.

As a former Cypress Bay student, what made you come back as a teacher?

Every time I would come to Cypress to visit my friends, Mr. Neely, who was my principal for high school and middle school, would ask me when I will come and work for him. I would always tell him it wasn’t going to happen because I was going to teach college.

When it came down to it, he asked me one more time, and I decided to give it a try. I fell in love. I would not teach at another school other than Cypress Bay.

What is your biggest pet peeve and why?

My biggest pet peeve is when people don’t listen to me. I don’t have the best knowledge in the world, but when I speak, I tend to say things that I think are important and I expect that other people feel the same way about themselves.

How have you changed since high school?

I was very judgmental and I cared a lot more about how people saw me rather than how I saw myself. I think I’m very much the same person but I make less rash, immediate decisions.

I think a lot more before I say things because I know now, as an adult and as a teacher, that the things that I say can affect people greatly.

Any words to live by?

“Work hard, be kind and amazing things will happen.”

– Connor O’Brien.

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Tradition celebrated on Chinese New Year

BY AMANDA MORGAN

red and gold and people begin tive dances and family feasts full of traditional foods, the Chinese New Year has arrived.

For freshman Brandon Chin, whose dad’s side of the family comes from Guangzhou (Canton) and Hong Kong in Southern China, this is one of his favorite times of the year.

“This holiday is important because it marks the start of the new year, which means it’s an opportunity to welcome good luck, wealth and fortune into your life,” Chin said.

He said that like the American New Year, the Chinese New Year has many traditions that make this holiday unique.

“My favorite tradition is performing the lion dance and showcasing Kung Fu,” Chin said. “I am a martial artist and Kung Fu is my favorite style. Also, I love lion dancing because you get to make the lion come to life.”

These traditions, however, do not stop at festivals and shows.

Throughout these 15 days, several feasts are held at family and friends’ houses. Every food that is served at these sittings has a meaning such as good luck and prosperity.

“My family and I eat lots of dumplings because dumplings, are the same shape as ancient pieces of gold, so it is like you are taking in wealth and good fortune,” Chin said.

For senior Ashley Jolluck, who has family from Malaysia and Southern China, the Chinese New Year is a time to reunite and spend time with family and celebrate the New Year’s prosperity.

The Chinese New Year occurs in accordance to the lunar calendar, which gives every year

a different animal. This year is the year of the monkey.

“We put up decorations related to animals corresponding to what year it is,” Jolluck said.

“My favorite zodiac is the tiger because I was born the year of the tiger.”

Jolluck, who was born in Singapore, said the festivals are celebrated differently there than they are in America.

“When I lived in Singapore, they would have huge festivals on the streets,” she said. “Every

brings wonderful memories and traditions of her childhood. Ms. Li said one important tradition that comes to mind when she thinks about the New Year is the “We try to decorate with red

New Year because of the legend of Nian, which is a creature that comes out once a year in the spring time around the Chinese New Year,” Ms. Li said. “It comes out of hiding and attacks people, but it is afraid of loud noises and the color red, so evred for good luck, and people erybody tries to put up as many ers to drive away bad luck. Also, scare him away.” markets are set up all over the Ms. Li said one of her favorplace for the night to sell New ite traditions as a kid growing up Year’s decorations, food and celebrating the holiday was reclothing. In America, there are not many festivals, so I usually with money from married coujust celebrate with family and ples. friends who celebrate the Chi“It is like receiving a gift for nese New Year as well.”

Christmas,” Ms. Li said. “As Jolluck said that her and her a kid, you receive an envelope family put forth a lot of effort from all your relatives. Even while preparing for the New though I am not a kid anymore, Year. Before the holiday even ar- this is still my favorite part berives, her family is at work mak- cause now I get to give it to my ing the house as festive as pos- nieces and nephews and watch sible. them get as excited as I used to “The entire house is cleaned get when I received my envethoroughly to cleanse the house lope.” of the old on the days leading up Although there is a lot of to Chinese New Year,” Jolluck preparation involved for the said. “In doing so, we also deco- holiday, Ms. Li said her favorite rate the house with red lanterns, part about the New Year is startpaper cutouts, red envelopes and ing fresh. baskets of mandarin oranges.”

“On the day of the Chinese All this preparation leads up New Year, everybody has to to the holiday, but once the New wear everything new, it is like Year comes around, Jolluck and starting over, which is what the her family take a break from all holiday is about, starting a brand the cleaning and take the time to new year,” Ms. Li said. “It is not sit down with family and friends. only clothes though, we spend “When the Chinese New around two weeks before preYear begins, we do not clean the paring by cleaning out the whole - house, repainting the house and luck said. “This way we let the making many changes to start a good spirits settle.” fresh new year.”

For math and Chinese teacher Jia Li, the Chinese New Year

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DRAGON ROLL: (From top to bottom) Freshman Brandon Chin attends the Chinese New Year Festival at the Temple Street Eatery. Chin performs a dragon dance with his martial arts group. The dragon dance is a traditional Chinese dance that is a symbol of good luck. Chin and his martial arts group approach a crowd as they perform a lion dance. Unlike the dragon dance, which requires multiple dancers, the lion dance only requires two dancers.

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THE THINGS THEY CARRIED FEATURING TALIA GARABEDIAN AND HER BACKPACK

“The Things They Carried” is a recurring segment that examines the personalities of individual students through the contents of their backpacks. This month, staff writer Garabedian to discover the meaning

Gloves and stencils Senior Talia Garabedian carries her tools for her art project that was assigned for her 3D studio art class. The project consists of sculpting an animal, so Garabedian picked a dragon since she is very fond of them. She considers herself an artist and is encouraged by her friends and family to keep pursuing her passion. In addition, she draws and writes since she loves to express her creativity in a way that everyone can enjoy.

“Art gives me an outlet for my creativity, everyone around me tells me I’ve got talent and that means a lot to me and makes me want to keep doing it,” Garabedian said.

drawing journal Garabedian owns a journal w h e r e she sketches ideas that pop into her mind. She constantly draws ideas that she dreams of or when she sees something interesting. She said that she is inspired by people she sees throughout the day or by listening to songs. Garabedian began drawing when she was in fourth grade and she keeps all of her works in her room so she can keep track of her progress. She draws in different styles, varying from cartoons to realistic images.

“I draw all the time. It’s a way to quell my boredom, and I’ve been drawing for a long time.

Every year I try to do new styles of drawing; this year I’m going for a more realistic look rather than my cartoons,” Garabedian said.

teen wolf pencil case Garabedian carries a Teen Wolf themed pencil case with her since it is her favorite show. She got the case at a convention called Chibi Pa, which is an anime and cultural festival. The characters displayed on the case are Stiles Stilinsky and Derek Hale. Derek is her favorite character, since he reminds her of her best friend Mica.

“I watch the show every Tuesday on MTV and I enjoy watching it because it has action and drama, but still manages to have comedy mixed in,” Garebedian said.

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Art gives me an outlet for my creativity, everyone around me tells me I’ve got talent and that means a lot to me and makes me want to keep doing it

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-senior Talia Garabedian

idea book Garabedian is also a writer and she carries an idea book in which she writes ideas that come to mind.

She uses it as a tool to help her write since she jots down story ideas or character descriptions. Garabedian writes story plots constantly in her idea book so that she has her stories planned for her creative writing class.

“I write ideas that can kick start my creativity so I don’t swirl around in my head for eternity and also so I don’t forget them,” Garabedian said.

cat backpack Garabedian’s backpack design is based on the movie “Kiki’s Delivery Service” and features the main character’s pet, a cat named Jiji. When Garabedian was a child, she watched the movie often because it was one of her favorites.

She said having a backpack that reminds her of childhood.

“This backpack brings back vivid memories of my childhood,” she said. “I loved the movie and watched it all the time, so it’s nice to have something to hold on to that was part of my childhood.”

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Mugs senior Madeleine Gensolin

MUGSHOT : (Clockwise from top left) Human Geography teacher Derek Schweitzer, junior Jose Perez, junior Jessica Rozen, junior Rachel Gutner, English teacher Tori Warenik, junior Drew Krumper, sophomore Alyssa Salbe, and junior Ashley Pereira

Coffee containers caffeinate the Bay

BY ALEXIS SOBEL MULT. FEATURES EDITOR

For junior Michael Valladeres, a cup of coffee a day helps keep the doctor away. He considers himself an “aggressive coffee drinker” because bringing a cup of coffee to school has become part of his daily morning routine.

“With the workload that I have and having to constantly be in American Musical Theater (AMT) rehearsal and debate practice, the only way I can survive while still getting up on time to be ready for school, is by drinking that one cup of coffee to wake me up,” Valladeres said.

Like Valladeres, many students and teachers rely on coffee to get through the school day due to a lack of sleep and high stress levels. Therefore, it is not unusual to see coffee mugs around the campus.

“Coffee makes you more alert by insharpens your vision and increases your heart rate and breathing capability,” said pediatrician Michael Mizrachy, MD said.

Freshman Carlos Piña started drinking coffee due to the overload of homework and extracurricular activities that comes with high school. around a cup of coffee with me because I felt like I was the only one who did it,”

he said. “I kept forgetting it everywhere her initials monogrammed on it.”

However, junior Drew Krumper said refresher in my morning classes. Recently his Starbucks mug does him justice bethough I realized that it is a trendy thing cause it is lightweight, easy to carry and to do.” an essential part of his day.

Piña said he likes to use the Contigo “I do not always have time to go to brand because it keeps his coffee warmer Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks on my way for longer periods of time than a Dixie- to school, so it makes the most sense to Cup or Thermos would. make it before I leave and bring the mug “Especially when it is cold outside, I to school,” Krumper said. “It is not a burlike for my coffee to be hot and my Con- den to bring to school. I do not feel like I tigo cup keeps it insulated,” he said. “It is am dragging it around.” always a better morning when I have my For the most part teachers are not coffee, which eventually leads to a better bothered by student’s drinking coffee as day.” long as they do not make a mess, accordSenior Ally Rosenberg said she not ing to Krumper. only loves to drink coffee in the morning, “It is bizarre to me that teachers do but she loves to bring her Indiana Univer- not allow us to drink Gatorade in class, sity coffee cup to school. but we are allowed to have coffee mugs,” - Krumper said. “I might not understand nitely wakes me up, but bringing this mug the logic, but I am not upset about it.” to school is a whole different experience,” Dr. Mizrachy said many students rely she said. “When I look at my mug, it is a on coffee to be more successful in school. constant reminder that I got into college, “Many teenagers have low self-esteem I am almost done with high school and it makes me feel good about myself.” performance,” he said. “They hope that With a plethora of mugs seen on cam- coffee will boost their academic abilipus, Rosenberg said she enjoys how hers ties.” stands out.

According to Dr. Mizrachy, many “Most mugs have simple designs like teachers and students are often sleep depolka dots or are just solid colors,” she prived leading to poor attention span said. “But my favorite mug that I have ever seen was the mug one girl had with coffee helps to improve their school

performance.

“Coffee can speed up your heart rate and it can make you very hyper and jittery, but it can give you problems falling asleep at night,” he said.

Although coffee has become a necessity for many, Dr. Mizrachy said he does not commend avid coffee drinking.

“I prefer that teenagers get into good sleep and study habits so that they are coning a psychological or physical boost,” he said. “Besides the known physical side effects of coffee, my concern is also the negative psychological effects.”

Contrary to Dr. Mizrachy’s opinions, Valladeres said he does not think that coffee actually has a negative impact on people.

“I have actually researched it because I was worried that coffee might stunt my growth, but there are no conclusive studies that support it,” he said. “But there are no conclusive studies about the negative impacts of tobacco, as well.”

Without his daily cup, Valladeres displays different attributes than usual.

“If I do not bring my coffee in the mornings, I get a caffeine headache and I get really mad at people for speaking to me for no reason,” he said. “I just cannot and do not want to do anything.”

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Teachers draw passion from students

BY FRANKI ROSENTHAL

always seems to be different, whether it be the kids or the questions [they ask], so it’s always interesting.”

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With an art degree in mind and a love for advertising and writing, English and creative writing teacher Joyce Seigel never imagined that her life would take an unexpected turn for the better, landing her a teaching job 31 years in the making.

Now, she can’t imagine her life any other way.

Like Mrs. Seigel, other teachers like Glenn Wolff and Laura Del Valle have enjoyed every moment of their teaching career due to hard working students who contribute to their passion for teaching every day.

“When my kindergarten teacher used to tell me, ‘you’ll be a great teacher one day,’ I never really thought about taking that path,” Mrs. Seigel said. “My prior job was with fashion [at the clothing company] Van Heusen, but when the company went bankrupt, I was forced to in education and absolutely loving it, I started substitute teaching when I moved to Florida and began teaching at Tequesta Trace Middle School and I’ve been teaching ever since.”

Mrs. Seigel said she feels young at heart because of her students. Their eagerness to learn reminds her every day why she loves teaching.

“I do it because of the kids,” Mrs. Seigel said. “I don’t even like to call them kids, because they are so unique and all have different personalities that have a different impact on me every day. I grow with them and I grow because of them.”

Mrs. Del Valle loves what she does and cares about the well being of all of her students.

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Junior Rachel Geller said Mrs. Seigel has been one of the most engaging and understanding teachers she’s ever had.

“Mrs. Seigel truly cares about the wellbeing of her students and always has their best interest in mind,” Geller said. “The way she interacts with her students is like nothing I’ve ever experienced before. She is so genuine and passionate about what she teaches to each and every one of us.”

World History teacher Glenn Wolff has been interested in teaching since his middle school years. It was because of his own inspirational teachers that he decided to become a teacher as well.

“Being a passionate teacher is a combination of willingness and desire

“Even with that, she still does her best to make sure her students succeed in every way possible.”

Mr. Wolff said that if it weren’t for his hardworking students, teaching wouldn’t be as enjoyable.

“Being in an environment where my students are always eager to learn and where they want to reach their goals makes my job easy,” Mr. Wolff said.

“I am so lucky to be able to teach at a great school with supportive parents and motivated students.”

to help others and to see them learn and lives on, she believes that her students interested in is social studies and global events. Because of my interests, I try to make a difference and a positive impact on my students by interacting with them and helping with the curriculum they learn.”

Like Mrs. Seigel, math teacher Laura Del Valle said she believes her students

every school day memorable.

“I’ve always believed that it’s important to put myself in the place of my students,” Mrs. Seigel said. “I always say to myself that if I were to be crawling out of my skin with boredom, then my students will too. Every moment a child spends in a classroom should be meaningful. I try my best to appeal to everyone and enhance daily.

“I love the different personalities that their learning experience in the best way are in my room everyday,” Mrs. Del Valle possible.” said. “It’s great to teach my students what I love doing and even though I am teaching the same thing every year, something

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University of California, Berkeley is a public institution, located in Berkeley, California. Courtney Epstein, Cypress Bay alumna Class of 2015, is a freshman and her major is undeclared . She spoke to The Circuit’s Cassidy Sheldon via email about her experience there.

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ture from South Florida and there is none of that here. Everyone at Berkeley has an opinion and everyone has something to say and contribute.

What are you planning on majoring in?

I don’t get to declare my major until What made you want to attend UC my sophomore year, but I am leaning toBerkeley?

For me, I did not know where I want- wards psychology. ed to go to college, so I just kind of ranHow have you gotten involved in domly applied to a bunch of places. Also, I have family in Los Angeles so I just your school?

I have gotten involved by joining orhad a calling towards California. I was getting responses from colleges and I ganizations and clubs around school and still wasn’t sure what I wanted, and then the community. I am in a club called Auwhen I got into Berkeley, I had a really tism Speaks on campus and we help prestrong feeling about it. I had never visited pare for an annual 5K. I am also a part of the campus or even Northern California, SNAP, which is swimming with special needs kids. I also take part in other clubs so I just went for it. like a Buddhism club where we meet and How is Berkeley, Calif. different meditate, and also Habitat for Humanity, which is really interesting. from back home?

Berkeley is so different from Weston mostly culturally. The people are extremely progressive and liberal, very you are as a person?

This school has made me think and open minded. It is politically charged here. I am used to South American cul- question more. It has also made me more

What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?

I would tell incoming freshman to really put yourself out there and get involved, that’s where you are going to meet people. Also, I would advise them to take a chance because this is your fresh start.

How does this school help you with They get to leave all of their past experiences behind and start fresh, so make your major?

This school has a very good psychol- it count, put yourself out there and don’t ogy program and is part of the reason I hold back. accepted Berkeley. I didn’t really know How do you feel that Cypress Bay about many schools, so I was just looking for one with a good psychology program has prepared you for college?

I honestly feel like Cypress Bay has because I knew that was what I wanted to do. Our school is known for research, really prepared me for college. Apparently, Berkeley is known for having a really hard workload and people struggle here help me prepare for a career later on. and are overwhelmed, but I don’t feel What do you like most about stressed at all. I can handle the workload because I am used to handling this levBerkeley?

I really like the nature. Everywhere I el of activity. I can balance my schedule go there are trees and I love that. Hon- with other things and not have a problem estly, the campus is so beautiful and I like because in high school, Cypress Bay pre- pared me for that. ality very well. The people are laid back and liberal and there is always something going on, it’s a busy place. open to diversity and varying opinions.

The conversations here are so stimulating. I just learn a lot here because everybody has such a wide variety of knowledge and experience that I would never encounter somewhere else.

Test-takers utilize rituals for standardized tests

BY JENNA RABINOVITCH ONLINE ARTS & ENT. EDITOR

What began as a way to keep her hair out of her face quickly became a style junior Morgan Roach can’t take a test without.

Like Roach, some standardized testtakers have a few different things they must do or wear in order to take a college entrance exam.

“Having my hair in a bun affects my test taking because if I didn’t have it like that, I would end up playing with it the entire time and worrying about it on my shoulders or if it’s sticking to my face,” Roach said. “I have it up so I don’t think about it and I can just focus on my test.”

Like Roach, junior Sammy Srebnick has a good luck charm. She wears the same grey and black shirt each time she takes the SAT and ACT. Not only did she wear this shirt, but her older sister wore it too, making it even more of a necessity for her.

“Every time my sister wore this shirt her score improved and she ended up getting into Florida State,” Srebnick said. “It has proven successful for me so far, so I’m going to keep wearing it until I get the score I want.”

Although Roach won’t take a test without her hair in a bun, she said it is not meant for good luck.

“My hair habit is not meant for good luck, but I do think that forgetting a hair tie is really bad and then I automatically think I will fail,” Roach said.

ACT and SAT tutor Mike ElDeiry from Broward Tutorial Services (BTS) believes a student’s score comes strictly from practice and motivation, but he doesn’t discourage students from having a testing ritual.

“I think good luck charms could help students if it makes them feel more constition, but I think they have a strong placebo effect.”

Similar to Srebnick, junior Reed Covitz follows in his sibling’s footsteps when it comes to lucky apparel. Covitz wears a different college shirt every time he takes a college entrance exam because that is what his brother did.

“Wearing [college shirts] motivates me to do better, so it kind of has affected my test taking,” he said. “I just wanted to follow my brother’s tradition and do as well as he did.”

ElDeiry said anything that boosts a

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does recommend kids to have a good luck charm or something of that matter.

“I think that the best good luck charm is always a green BTS pencil,” he said.

“Seriously, a sweatshirt can help. Again, whatever makes students comfortable so that they can focus on applying their knowledge.”

Covitz said although he is motivated

to do better in his college attire, he doesn’t always think that every college shirt is necessarily helping him.

“I don’t always do better in all of my shirts, but since I did the best in my Duke shirt, I’ve been re-wearing that one,” he said. “I’ve only taken the SAT so far and I haven’t done as well as I hoped, so when I take the ACT, I think I’m going to see how I do not wearing a college shirt.”

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Break brings vacationing options

BY LUCY CELENTANO

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While some students prefer to spend spring break in the nior Sophia Hrassnegg prefers

it of itself is a big plus of having a travel destination to explore in my backyard instead of taking big trips.”

Mr. Langton said staying at home can save money, time and hassle during breaks off school. ing a “staycation” of spring break can be entertaining for families living in the South Florida area.

“There is a reason people travel to Florida for vacation, so out having to add into the time and cost to get here,” Mr. Langton said.

ILLUSTRATION BY LUCY CELENTANO Freshman Rachel Silverman said she thinks spring break to take vacations because you should consist of spending time have tests like the EOCs com-

she’s never been before.

“For as long as I remember, I have been traveling any time I have school off,” Hrassnegg said.

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Spring break is the perfect time to take a vacation and exHrassnegg. She said she is lookiting a continent she has never families enjoy seeing places been to before.

“My mom and I are planning decorated for the holidays,” Mr. spring break for about 10 days,” Hrassnegg said. “I love to trav- time to vacation and relax at culture, communities and things of the busiest times to travel.” that I have never seen before. I’m trip.”

Travel agent Steve Langton said spring break serves as a highly effective time to book dents in school.

“Winter break trips tend to be particularly busy, as many

time, spring break is one of the best times to schedule vacations sent from school for an extended period of time.

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the spring time, making it a very convenient period to book trips,” Mr. Langton said.

Freshman Sara Fernandez very inconvenient time to take On her break, Fernandez said she prefers to relax at home and prepare for the end of the school year.

“I feel like it’s a very bad time

home and study for those, rather than spend my time on a trip like skiing for instance,” Fernandez said. nold said living in South Florida, a popular vacation spot, eliminates the need to travel over spring break due to the numerous entertaining activities available in the area.

“The best part about living in South Florida is the fact that I get to tell all of my fam-

perfect compromise could be to spend about half the time at relatively close to home, like the the hassle of traveling.”

Teachers sell Girl Scout cookies to students

BY JESSIE CHAIET

Math teacher Richard Farmer places a sign on his classroom door every January advertising that he is selling Girl Scout cookies again. This year, he is selling them for a second time at the Bay to help his daughter fundraise for her troop.

“My daughter loves being a Girl Scout, and I enjoy selling the cookies to help her,” Mr. Farmer said. “I like being able to provide product to the student body.”

Mr. Farmer has sold more than 600 boxes of cookies. He sells seven differ-

Senior Sabrina Rutner said she purchases Girl Scout cookies from Mr. “I buy the cookies from Mr. Farmer Rutner said. “I have loyalty to him, so I body else.”

Physics teacher Jeffrey Rose also sells cookies for his daughter. This is the third year he is selling them.

“The students love the cookies and

have the cookies in October and Novem- ber, even though I don’t get them until the end of January.

Math teacher Lauren Bender volunteers for the Girl Scout organization and

popular.

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When you sell cookies, everyone just comes up to you to tell you they want cookies, and it just makes me happy seeing everyone with them.

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daughter. ter,” Mrs. Bender said. “My daughter is in an amazing troop and the girls and parents are very cohesive and charity-minded.”

Before the cookies are sold, Mrs. Bender sends an email to students and parents to pre-order them. Once cookie selling begins, her daughter goes through each email and bags up the cookies for her to bring to school.

“Students and parents can pre-order

“Students often come into my class- around and everybody comes for cookies,” Mrs. Bender said. “I enjoy selling and it’s convenient,” Mr. Farmer said. “I the cookies because it’s nice to help my - daughter and her troop.” ing the day.”

Freshman Katherine Chan is a Girl

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Scout. Not only does she sell the cookies said. “When you pass by them at Publix, I think everyone should buy a box of school to her friends and teachers.

“When you sell cookies, everyone buy Girl Scout cookies.” cookies, and it just makes me happy seeMrs. Bender said she believes students think students enjoy the cookies a lot be- buy the cookies, as long as they are able to eat them. school.”

Mr. Rose said he thinks people should buy the Girl Scout cookies from the actual girls instead of at school. promoting good health in my classroom, “I think if I had my choice, I’d rather buy them right from the girls,” Mr. Rose

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Free time allows self-improvement

BY CASSIDY SHELDON

Sophomore Jae Xiong cannot afford to waste his time on something other than schoolwork. He said he is overloaded with rigorous classwork and that it can be a lot to handle along with extracurricular activities and social time.

“Managing my work with free time

you do whether it is an extracurricular activity or work. free time because all my extracurricular being in the band is worth missing out on she agrees with the students and said there is little to no room for free time due she believes students will have additional free time next year with the new schedule in place.

said she is able to manage her workload to allow for some relaxation time.

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I take whatever time I can in school activities.

“Many may not perceive some

Freshman Jordan Edelman said she feels that she manages her free time with schoolwork as best as possible. Although

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homework done Friday night instead of

said to manage it well she needs to get it Edelman said. focused on having fun than focusing on a study hall and we will be able to spread done right as she gets home from school of time not only allows for more time with no procrastination. for binge watching television or going some time studying is to really focus in class and while doing homework. she encourages students during course attention in class because that causes you have a little bit of a break. homework while you’re doing it allows course riding with her dog or hanging out with would rather forget all of it and play video you to learn the material and not dedicate her friends. She uses these activities as games until the time comes where he has as much time to reviewing it over and incentives to get her work done in a timely to do it. fashion.

Xiong said he believes the best method

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Senior Megan Lewis said she wants worth it because the senior quotes are very nature of her high school years. low you to make your mark on the school the year you graduate and it gives people plished by leaving a senior quote in the yearbook. those who make the best of how things

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they will see my picture plus a quote that Shanya Jacinthe everything happens for a reason so this both express themselves and leave a legacy for others to see.

“We decided to do senior quotes be- a lighter quote. Last year she was diagcause they’ve been so popularized in social media; and we thought it would be found this to be the perfect quote. ally excited to do this because it has never would always stop in the middle of a sen-

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important. thought it would be a great quote for peo- is having senior quotes this year because it brought the class a little closer together.

Jaffe said senior quotes are essential nior class.

Levine had to make sure everyone turned “When you’re older and show your a memory of how your high school expe- corporated senior quotes into this year’s yearbook. She said it allows the seniors quote was correctly published. to have one last stamp to say something

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“Leaplings” celebrate a rare birthday come along with the Feb. 29 birthday, the due date and birthday of her 28-year-old son.

BY HAYLEY PRINCZ

Sophomore Isabella Patino is commonly asked whether she considers herself 16 or 4 years old. Unlike most sophomores at the Bay who will be celebrating their traditional yearly birthdays, Patino will be celebrating her birthday on a very unique day, Feb. 29.

“Of course I consider myself 16 because people would think I am insane if I approached them and claimed I was 4 years old,” Patino said.

Patino said due to its uncommon date, people are surprised when they discover she was born on Leap Day.

it to happen,” Ms. Huttenhoff said. “My doctor told me not to believe it because baby on the due date.”

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be born on my birthday, a one in 1,461 chance.”

Because their birthdays only appear on the calendar once every four years, “leaplings,” as babies born on Leap Day are called, can choose either Feb. 28 or March 1 to celebrate their birthday. Some leaplings, like Patino, celebrate on both days.

-sophomore Isabella Patino However, with time, the Feb. 29 date grew on both Ms. Huttenhoff and her son.

“My son is an adult and we have fun with the date now,” Ms. Huttenhoff said.

ebrate on two days, many people do not believe Feb. 29 to be a real date because it does not continuously appear on the calendar year after year.

“Once in a while, I will hear that my birthday is not on a real date, and not to be mean, but the people who believe that are a little ignorant,” Patino said. “This happened more so when I was younger, and it

seven instead of 28.” Patino, who is used to the constant questions and skepticism GRAPHIC BY LARA FINAN regarding the day, now feels that having a would frustrate me because I would keep birthday every four years is more special. having to explain myself and people were stubborn.”

Like Patino, Guidance Secretary Donna Huttenhoff once felt the hardships that excited.”

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was always an outlet for me. If I were ever stressed, I would turn to soccer. I didn’t have that to turn to anymore.”

Exceptional Student Education (ESE) family counselor Ossie Tovia works with kids daily on becoming aware of and improving their mental health by teaching coping mechanisms and relaxation techniques. She said healthy mental health is vital for human beings.

“Without healthy mental health, we can’t function,” Ms. Tovia said. “They can be anything that’s been diagnosed by a doctor or things that haven’t been diagnosed, but they’re experiencing it and it’s affecting them. I counsel them and try to teach them positive coping skills that they can use, positive decision-making and problem solving. We do a lot of relaxation techniques and how they can calm down when they’re angry. A lot of times it’s teaching kids that it’s okay to feel a certain way, but it’s what you do when you feel that way that may not be okay.”

Although some physical health issues cannot be prevented, Pereira recom-

muscles to reduce risk of injury in that particular area.

“I think that if I would have strengthened my muscles around my knee, the injury could have been prevented,” she said. “Keeping good health is essential training is also important.”

Ms. Moody said that in the face of her health issues, she found keeping her daily routines to be extremely helpful.

When she had cancer, she still came to work, and found that keeping her mind busy made her treatment easier to deal with.

“I feel like having to come to work helped me through my situation, more so than some friends of mine who didn’t have a job because I had to come here and put a smile on my face in front of my students,” she said. “If I didn’t have that, was thankful I had work to come to. To get up, make myself get up and take a shower, get dressed for work, come here, greet my coworkers, greet my classes and have to work through the day because having to do that

pushed me to feel better.”

Ms. Tovia said common mental health problems among teenagers include depression, anxiety, identity issues and thoughts of suicide.

She said there is a stigma that exists in society that people with mental health issues are deemed “crazy,” and the way to prevent it is through awareness and education of one’s own mental health.

“To get the stigma down, we need education,” she said. “Physical health is something you can see,

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not usually as healthy as it could be.

If you keep your body healthy, then your mind stays healthy.”

Although Pereira’s injury could not be completely prevented, she said it is important to preserve health in the predictable injuries and issues.

“It is important to take care of yourself and your health because everything can either be prevented or have the risk be drastically reduced if you keep good health,” she said.

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It is important to take care of yourself and your health because everything can either be prevented or have the risk be drastically reduced if you keep good health.

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mental health is something you can’t see. It’s easier to go on TV and talk about something you’re able to physically see. You can’t see inside a person’s brain.”

In the face of physical adversity, Ms. Moody said it was essential to keep up the awareness of her mental health and maintain a positive mindset.

“I feel like mental strength was almost even more important [than physical strength]. You have to have a good attitude, otherwise you can really let it she said. “There’s days when you feel tired, days when you feel nauseous, and if you wallow in self-pity, it only exacerbates all of those physical symptoms.”

Ms. Tovia recommends for students to eat well, exercise and talk to people they trust when they think something is wrong in order to keep stable mental health. She said taking care of one’s body encompasses both physical and mental maintenance.

“Your physical health affects your mental health,” she said. “When you’re sick, you’re not feeling so well. When I think about kids who have chronic health issues, their mental health is

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Girls lax contends for districts NFL Combine not worth attention Out of all of the pointless events that occur in sports today, one that may take the cake is the NFL scouting combine.

There is so much hype and so much television coverage over an event that means absolutely nothing.

My main issue with the combine is that there are no drills that involve actual game scenarios. Maybe the television ratings would go up if we got to see the top offensive tackle prospects go one-onone with the top defensive ends. Nothing would be more entertaining to watch than the cornerbacks and safeties attempting to lock down the receivers. Instead, we get to watch a bunch of athletes run a couple of sprints as fast as they can, bench press a few times and jump as high as they can.

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“Playing the sport that I love daily to build our endurance for the season,” is really rewarding,” Louis said. “Even Arguelles said.

The girls lacrosse team returned to Coming back from a disappointing though it can be hard to manage school and lacrosse, it’s worth it.”

Plantation. The team has won three of its season, the girls are striving to reach Senior Carli Chifari said she their goal of competing for the district feels responsible for making new hoping to make it to districts in the championship. underclassman players more comfortable upcoming months. on the team.

Coach Shawn Loporto said the girls “Being a senior, I take more are working much harder this season than responsibility knowing that there are new With all of the time the last season. players on the team and I have to do my girls and I are putting “This years team is already more job to lead them in the right direction, successful compared to teams in the into this sport, we past,” Coach Loporto said, “The team has said. deserve to make it out more talent, depth, and focus.”

“As my last season playing, I’m Coach Loporto said the team hopes to on top. working harder than ever in order to make it to districts and hopefully farther make this one the best it can be,” Chifari in the competition. said, “I want to make my senior season “This year I am hoping to develop the worth it, knowing that I might not get this -sophomore Melanie girls to be a solid competitive team this chance again.” year and for the future years to come,” he Louis said she hopes the girls can be Louis said, “Winning the district championship rewarded for all the hard work they have “We have won the majority of our put in the season. in the competition.”

“Not making it to districts was a wake games so far, and with practice being Junior Carolina Arguelles said she every day, the girls are really working up call,” Louis said. “With all of the time has high hopes for the season due to the hard,” sophomore Melanie Louis said. the girls and I are putting in to this sport, teams’ rigorous practices.

“We have the motivation to make it big we deserve to make it out on top. I just “We have practice six days a week in this season.” hope all of our hard work pays off.” order to build the team’s skill. We play Louis attends practice every day and practice games and run the track in order said winning is worth the hard work.

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player would do in a game-like situation.

I guess it is understandable that the prospects don’t want to get hurt, especially so close to the draft, but these athleticism tests do nothing unless somebody literally blows away the scouts with incredible numbers, or if somebody tanks. ery school and every prospect that it is pretty easy to evaluate prospects through that process. For many athletes, there is a difference between speed and game speed. Some people just get put in a different mode when they put on those pads and line up across from the enemy, and that is nothing that is going to be shown in the 40-yard dash or the shuttle run.

Furthermore, the combine is not needed because all schools host their pro-days, in which the athletes declared for the draft complete almost the same exact exercises that they do during the combine. Whether scouts from teams can attend or not does not matter because the results are publicized anyway.

One of the only positives to come out of the combine is the fact that athletes from lower divisions, who may not have had the opportunity to play on television often, are able to show their ability. This year one of the highest prospects in the draft, Carson Wentz, is coming from an FCS school, so the scouts have the ability to assess him more.

The combine often does not give a great evaluation of what the player really has in store. Tom Brady is typically considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, and was a sixth round draft pick. Whether he was picked that late because of his combine or not is debatable, but Brady ran a 5.28 40-yard dash and didn’t have a great day throwing the ball. Of course, his draft stock immediately dropped.

Moreover, there are players who just happen to not have their best days while at the combine. Top defensive end prospect Noah Spence from Eastern Kentucky had a disappointing combine, but a couple of weeks later he improved greatly in a few drills in front of more than 20 NFL teams present. The combine is the standardized testing of the football world. Some people may not show up for that one test, but in the classroom (or actual game) they perform differently.

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Panthers pride on display at the Bay The Cypress Bay hockey team faced off with Miami-Dade High School Hockey Alliance on Jan. 22 at the BB&T Center, home of the Florida Panthers. The Lightning defeated Miami-Dade by a score of 96. Just two hours after the Lightning win, the Florida Panthers took the ice in front of a sell-out crowd to play the Chicago Blackhawks. The Panthers went on to shutout the Blackhawks by a score of 40 increasing their lead in the standings.

“The Panthers, as of right now, are in a good position to make the playoffs,” Fox Sports Florida play-by-play commentator, Steve Goldstein said. “Making the playoffs would be huge for a franchise that has gone through so many years of disappointment.”

The closest professional sports team to Cypress Bay geographically, the Florida Panthers, continue to win games and its popularity among the South Florida community grows along with it. A team that was only notoriously known for their mediocrity and their empty arena, the Panthers have had one of the smallest fan bases in the NHL. New ownership, talented players (as young as 20 and as old as 44) and the backing of Broward County have made ‘The Cats” a hot commodity.

Cypress Bay students are wearing in a while, as the Panthers shattered their previous franchise record of seven consecutive wins by reeling off 12 straight.

“Being a Panthers season ticket holder for six years, it’s great to see the Panthers

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WE SEE RED: (Clockwise from top left) Senior Trace Wolf and his family enjoy a Panthers game at the BB&T Center. Sophomore Tara Zionts watches warmups prior to the game verse the Boston Bruins on March 7. (From left) Seniors Drew Marsh and Ryan Stern rock sweatshirts at school.

(From left to right) Juniors Jonathan Sherman, Maris Martino, Justin Liebman and Drew Krumper gather outside of the BB&T Center before the start of the game.

It’s awesome to see other kids at school wearing Panthers gear,” sophomore Tara Zionts said. “I’m happy to that my class- only people noticing the shift from disappointment to success as the BB&T Cenand even wearing some of the team’s ap- ter continues to reach its capacity on a nightly basis. parel.”

The main Panthers gear that has been seen around campus is the ‘Spacey In Space’ sweatshirt that came into the spotlight in late December, during the Panthers tear of 12 straight wins. After every victory, the players award the MVP of the game the ‘Spacey In Space’ sweatshirt for his performance and that player gets to wear the sweatshirt until the next game. No one outside the Panthers locker room knows the true meaning behind the sweatshirt other than actor Kevin Spacey but that hasn’t stopped students from buying it.

“I don’t know the true meaning behind the sweater but it’s a cool design that my favorite players are wearing so I want“Success this season has been impored one too,” senior Brandon Eason said.

The Panthers are having, what could tant this season and attendance has skybe, the best season in their 22-year exis- rocketed because of it,” senior CJ Ure tence. Panther’s fans at the Bay aren’t the said. “The games used to be very dull

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and boring, but now everyone has a Panthers jersey on and are really starting to care about the on-ice product.”

The Panthers have exceeded everyone’s expectations and currently sit as the

onts said. “Seeing my friends starting to give the Panthers some attention and even come out to games is really exciting to see.” in the Atlantic division and have built

second best team in the Eastern Conference.

“The Panthers are good this year no doubt about it. I believe that this squad is the best we’ve had since the 1996 team stein said. “They are winning more often this season and winning teams draw bigger crowds.”

The Panthers also have tons of talent and were well represented in this year’s all-star game in Nashville. Goalie, Roberto Luongo, winger, Jaromir Jagr and defenseman, Aaron Ekblad, all took part in all-star weekend on Jan. 2930.

“The Panthers have a great team and they’re playing great this season, after many years of not so great play, and people are starting to take notice,” Zi-

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games of the regular season but the way General Manager Dale Tallon has rebuilt this team has the fans excited about the team’s future too.

“They won’t be a one hit wonder. The Panthers have a good, young, core that will lead to success for years to come in players like [Aaron] Ekblad, [Jonathan] Huberdeau, and [Aleksander] Barkov to just name a few,” Goldstein said Fans at the Bay are eager to see if the Panthers can make the playoffs for only the second time in 15 years and win a

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Seniors recognized for BCAA award

BY STEPHANIE STONE ONLINE NEWS EDITOR

Eight athletes from the Bay were nominated for the Broward County Athletic Association (BCAA) award and scholarship on Feb. 2. The Award recognized seniors who excelled both on their high school careers.

The students, Marisa Aleguas, Brianna Buckley, Samara Eisenberg, Michelle Eisenberg, Jake Fuhrman, Blake Meyerson, Michael North and Annika Ramnath now compete with other seniors from around the county to win a $1,000 scholarship. The two Scholarship winners will be announced at BCAA’s April banquet, where all the recipients of the local award will receive a plaque.

“These students have accomplished so much already as athletes and somehow they still managed to be top of their class,” athletic director Bill Caruso said.

“With our school, this award is big because there are 1100 kids in the class.”

The annual BCAA scholarship has been around for 12 years. One of its founders, Mr. Caruso, said he began the award to honor athletes for their hard “I’m proud to say I am one of the ones that created it and it’s great any time a kid can get some extra money to go to school,” Mr. Caruso said.

Along with Mr. Caruso, principal Scott Neely, guidance director Marlene

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Michael North

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Michelle Eisenberg

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with my time like using halftime to hold ishing a class assignment to choreograph a routine to teach at a practice later in the day,” Aleguas said. “Allowing the athletic and academic worlds to mesh was key for me to excelling in them both.”

Although this award is out of many students, North said he was not surprised to have received it and felt grateful for this opportunity.

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Sanders, guidance counselor Melissa Boorom and BRACE adviser Shari Bush selected the winners by considering seniors who were at the top of their class and also thrived in their respective sports.

“We all work together to review the applicants, from there we pick only eight

acknowledged her success between two different worlds: cheerleading and academics.

“It serves as an encouragement to student athletes to break the stereotype and excel across the spectrum to athletics and beyond,” Aleguas said. “Having all of my accumulated dedication and many hours of hard work recognized under the common canopy of an award such as this plishment and happiness.”

Since learning and staying active is something that Aleguas loves to do, she said doing both was satisfying two innate passions of hers.

names from the 24 we received,” Mr. Caruso said. “I’m surprised more people didn’t hand in the simple application I handed them out the week before it was due.”

Aleguas said this award was much more than getting a plaque. To her, it

had the grades for it, but I think I got it because I played three sports [volleyball, basketball, football] and I do well academically, and do a lot of community service,” North said. “So it was just a total of everything, and I was very pleased to receive it.”

Boys water polo team makes waves early on in spring season

BY DREW SISKIND

The boys water polo season is well underway, and the team has a 4-3 record thus far.

Coach Tori Warenik has high praise for her players, and said that the team carries its own fate.

“They have the power to win or lose,” Warenik said. “Not the other team, not the naysayers and not another coach [have that power].”

Although the team started out with two wins against Cooper City and Fort Lauderdale, the Lightning suffered three losses and notched only one win in the St. Andrews Tournament in Boca, coming in 11th place out of 12 teams in the tournament.

The Lightning have played one game since then: a win against Flanagan.

The offense’s scoring has been largely reliant on senior forward Arturo Freitas, game. Freitas credits his work ethic and the help of others for his success.

“It all comes from consistent practice,” Freitas said. “Learning from my coaches and teammates every day at practice has

really made me a better player.”

Freitas will continue his water polo career next year at Connecticut College, where he will look to have similar success.

Anchoring the defense has been senior captain Andres Schmidt, who has accumulated 47 steals so far this season.

Schmidt said his knack of taking away the ball comes from a very calculated effort.

“I like to wait for the right moment, basically like I’m hunting the ball,” Schmidt said. “I wait for the ball to be unprotected by the player and try my best to snatch it without touching him.”

Aside from statistical contributions, the upperclassmen have played a vital leadership role for the team.

“Their experience really helps the team a lot,” sophomore wing, Mingi Soon, said. “The three seniors on our PHOTO BY ALEXA POLEO team are our best players, and they SPLASH ZONE: The boys water polo team takes a break during a time out. basically act as pseudo coaches.”

Currently it has a 4-3 record with six games remaining.

With six games and a tournament left to play, the team continues to work to get better, as it keeps its eyes on the state states last year, but the team is optimistic can go in states,” Soon said. “We’re going to win it all.” tournament. that it will advance farther this year.

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Girls tennis sustains focused mindset

BY OLIVIA LANDSMAN

The girls tennis team remained undefeated after beating Cooper City High School for its seventh victory of the season.

on the team and the fun times we have, remind me to keep trying and never give up,” Maurant said. “Getting to know one another is the reason why we have fun and are motivated.”

With only eight more schools left to play before districts, the girls tennis team and Coach Andreoni-Stewart are hopeful that they will go to states for the fourth year in a row.

“We are the 2014 and 2015 state

doubles matches against Cooper City High School.

Senior Shené Disbergen, ranked number one on the team, according to Head Coach Marina Andreoni-Stewart.

Disebergen said she feels that the sense Winning this year would just be such a of unity on the team really attributes to huge accomplishment,” Coach AndreoniStewart said. its success.

Coach Andreoni-Stewart said she has seen major improvement in the team over the course of the season.

We all support one “I see the drive the girls have when another and practice very playing,” she said. “It is such a huge

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districts, then regionals, in order to play states. Disbergen said the team’s drive -senior Shené Disbergen in will only help the team win states for the third time.

“We all support one another and “Everyone is really nice and is a huge support, which motivates me and practice very hard, which is the key to my teammates when we are playing,” success,” Disbergen said. “I have full Disbergen said.

Sophomore Maria Maurant, said she districts and regionals, to states and win is always inspired to walk onto the court. once again.”

“I think the friends that I have made

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GAME ON: The girls tennis team huddle up for a team picture after defeating Cooper City for its seventh victory. (Top row from left) Seniors Samara Eisenberg, Michelle Eisenberg, Shené Disberge, sophomore Dannella Mezzanotte, seniors Sibel Can, (bottom row from left) Laura Herrera, sophomore Maria Maurant, freshmen Fiorella Mezzanotte and Jessie Chaiet.

Boys tennis team looks to build on early success

BY STEPHANIE STONE ONLINE NEWS EDITOR

The boys tennis team defeated Cooper City in a district match, 7-0 on Feb. 25 at home. Every player on the team won his individual match. For this competimatches and two doubles matches.

“I am proud of the fact that we won, but also I want them to know how to lose as well,” Head Coach Vincent Grossi said. “One thing I never want the team to do is let their highs be too high and their lows to be too low.”

Coach Grossi said he is optimistic about the tennis team’s upcoming season.

“This year is a really special year for us because we have 12 players that are training more than 30 hours a week with our team and with their own academies,” Coach Grossi said. “We are a great team this year; our practices are harder than 95 percent of our games.”

To prepare for this match, freshman and number one starter Michael Heller said the team worked together to improve each other’s skills.

“We worked well as a team and trained really hard at the practices coming into the match,” Heller said. “We cheered each other on during the matches until we got the win.”

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SERVE IT UP: Boys varsity tennis player Andrew Heller serves and hits the ball during a home district match against Cooper City.

During the Cooper City match, Coach Grossi said he wanted to focus mostly on timing and consistency.

“If we can outlast an opponent in our rallies, then we are going to win 90 percent of our points,” Coach Grossi said.

“If we get beat by a player who is ripping winners off of us one after another that

id game; the kids are all very well disciplined and know when to take advantages of opportunities.”

Junior starter Ivan Morin said the team played so well because of Coach Grossi’s motivation and encouragement.

“It felt great winning,” Morin said.

“Coach Grossi really motivated all of us to just focus on getting along, winning is beat ourselves up. We play a very sol- and working even harder than the last

match.”

Heller said he believes that the team will win district, regional and state competitions in the future.

“We are going to win districts because there is nobody as good as our team in the district,” Heller said. “I have high hopes for the team and it feels good to know that we will win all of these upcoming matches.”

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time as a team,” sophomore forward Mateo Pieschacon said. “We went over to a pizza place across the street from Melbourne High School and began to reminisce about the game and the time spent together as a team. We have a tradition in which the coach hands the seniors each a ball to remember their time on the team and every teammate signs it.”

BY RODRIGO LESENDE

For the second consecutive year, the boys soccer team advanced to the state championship.

On Feb.12 the boys soccer team travstate championship. Their trip was wistnals against Winter Park 1-0 in the last minute of the game.

“We were heartbroken and devastated,” senior goalkeeper Javier Silva said.

“We didn’t expect to lose that game in our wildest dreams. I guess some of the hype got to our heads, and missing one of was planning to play, but was suspended nal game after an incident that happened in the previous game with Varela High School.

“When we played Varela one of their players got a red,” Vasquez said. “The day we left for states Varela sent a video of caused him to react the way he did, ultimately getting me suspended. Since they sent the video so last minute, we did not have time to appeal it and, regrettably, I Without Jacobo, or “Jaco” as his friends and teammates call him, the whole game plan was disorganized according to senior defender Jean-Pierre Merlet.

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GOING FOR THE GOAL: The boys soccer team prepares to leave for its state to Winter Park High School.

not having him there changed the way we a strong team, but sadly the stars didn’t played entirely,” Merlet said. “It’s differ- align for us that evening and we were forced to go home with bitter faces, but everyone plays.” heads held high after a phenomenal seaThe boys soccer team had gone unde- son with a great team that unfortunately feated for 21 games, having won 19 and deserved more credit.”

After an exhausting game, the boys ter Park. They dreamt of an undefeated were grief-stricken after having lost what season and the state championship. they believed would be a comfortable “We sincerely felt like the ‘no Ls’ game. For many, this was their last year hashtag on our shirts meant something playing at the Bay. important, and we genuinely hoped we “After all the tears were wiped off our really could go the length of the season faces and disappointment started to shed undefeated,” Silva said. “We surely have off, we went to go grab a bite for the last

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-senior Javier Silva The boys may not have brought home the ring, but they still had an undefeated season and the record to qualify for states.

“It was a great experience and I will never forget meeting all those teammates over my three year career on the team,” Silva said.

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The start of the softball season has not yielded the results the team hoped for thus far. Wins against Everglades and Flanagan High School, propelled the team to a fast start, but the team has not had as much success since.

Sophomore Olivia Girard said the team is still working to form the chemistry it needs to be successful.

“We have potential to do really well; we just need a lot of practice,” Girard said.

“Most of the girls are new because we lost a lot of seniors from last year, so I think we just need to learn to play together.”

Head Coach Lonny Shapiro said the team has great senior leadership, so he doesn’t worry about issues with team chemistry.

“We have amazing senior leadership fom Maggie Scott, Nicki Rotman, Bridget Siebold and Michelle Maloney,” Coach Shapiro said. “They have set the example for how to work hard, play hard and respect the game and their opponents; they have helped to turn around our season.”

The goals for the team are to improve individually, and also advance to the state tournament.

states, and I think if we work really hard and come together as a team, we can have a pretty good chance,” freshman Kandice Marcinak said.

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be to go to states, and I think if we work really hard and come together as a team, we can have a pretty good chance.

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-freshman Kandice Marcinak Girard said the lack of experience on the team has been holding the team back.

“We graduated a lot of seniors last year that added a lot of talent to our team, so it has been hard to replace,” Girard said.

“We are slowly adjusting though.”

For some underclassmen in many sports there is an adjustment period at the varsity level, but Marcinak said her teammates have helped ease the transition.

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BATTER UP: Sophomore Sydney Eldeiry swings at a pitch while up to bat at the home game against Everglades High School on Feb. 29.

“Being a freshman on the team isn’t Coach Shapiro said the team needs intimidating at all because all the upper- start playing better all around, and the classmen are super kind and welcoming,” team has been working hard to polish up she said. its skills.

“The main aspects we must improve practicing as often as possible, which is in are hitting, pitching and defense,” every day that they don’t have a game.

Coach Shapiro said. “If we can do that, “Sometimes we stay till school really then we will have more success.” late to improve our skills. We stay until 5:30 or 6:00 sometimes on a school night,” Girard said.

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Girls Varsity Lacrosse

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Boys Varsity Baseball

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Everglades City

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Flanagan

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Stoneman Douglas

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Cardinal Gibbons

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Coral Glades

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Cardinal Gibbons

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Western

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West Broward

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West Broward

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Nova

W 7-6

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Cooper City

W 10-4

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W 13-5

West Broward

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Girls Varsity Softball

JV Boys Baseball

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Miramar

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three shows, one month AMT has been preparing for its three shows, “Cats,” “Shrek” and “Pippin.”

Kesha’s situation shines light on rape culture

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With three annual shows coming up over the next two months, the American Musical Theatre (AMT) classes spend their days, during and after school, preparing for their performances.

“We are constantly preparing for the shows, starting in the beginning of the year, but now more than ever with them being just weeks away,” AMT teacher Cynthia Lutwin said.

Starting off from March 9-12 was the AMT3 musical, “Cats.” The following month, from April 6-8 is the AMT1 with the AMT2 performance, “Pippin,” from April 13-15. that it progressively takes over more of my life outside of school as the show gets close r,” said junior Di- e g o Ramirez, who will be playing the title role of Pippin.

Students practice during class and almost every day after school, depending on the proximity of the show date, in order to run through lines and choreography.

“Now, getting close to the show, we’ve shifted to running through the show starting from the very beginning and Mrs. Lutwin will critique that run through of whichever act we were working on that day,” junior Michael Valladares said.

Valladares is in both the AMT2 show playing the role of Leading Player and played Mungojerrie in the AMT3 musical, “Cats.”

“At this point everyone pretty much knows their lines so practices are more

focused on perfecting our interactions and making the performance seem more natural, instead of scripted,” Ramirez said.

On the days before the shows, the AMT classes have full dress rehearsals, running through the entire show with lights, sound and costumes. tumes and got a tutorial for our makeup, the whole entire show came together and made it realistic for me,” said junior Rachel Capo, who played the role of Jennyanydots in “Cats.”

Sophomore Emily Ince, who played the understudy for Alonso in ‘Cats,’ said all of the hard work was worth it in the end.

“We have rehearsals almost everyday and I get a lot of homework this year so I usually have little time to myself as the show gets closer,” Ince said.

“Acting is what I love to do and I try to manage my time the best I can in order to keep up with everything.”

Capo has been acting for six years and said she still gets nervous before she goes on stage.

“In order to calm my nerves, I usually count down from 10 and shake my body out before the show, but there are so many different and unique ways to make yourself feel comfortable on stage,” Capo said.

The casts also participate in a preshow ritual, where they stand in a circle and send the nerves through each other by holding hands.

“The time before the show with the cast is really a special experience,” Ramirez said. “We are able to bond and help each other get out our pre-show jitters.”

Ramirez said the most exciting part in preparing for a show is actually using costumes during practices. cinated by the circus theme that I have a ton of doodles of acrobats and even photime,” Ramirez said.

Ramirez said he is really motivated in AMT by his genuine love of performing.

“There is an incomparable feeling being on stage with the spotlight on you,” Ramirez said. “I love looking out into the crowd and seeing the audience applaud for our hard work.”

Valladares said he loves the feeling of completing a song or dance and the satisfaction that comes with putting something together.

“I’m a little bit of a perfectionist, so seeing things come together while also looking good is amazing,” Valladares said. “ Not to mention that we are working and sweating with all of our friends which is a fun form of bonding; I don’t know how many people can say they’ve seen their friends dance around in skin tight unitards.”

Mrs. Lutwin said she is excited to see how the shows will turn out after watching all of her students put so much effort into their performances.

“With three major shows, once they are all over I will probably be relieved but it will be sad because it is all over,” Mrs. Lutwin said. “I know my students have worked hard and as long as they do what they are supposed to do with practicing and putting everything together, everything will turn out great and I will be so proud of them.”

Kesha used to be the girl who “woke up in the morning feeling like P. Diddy.”

But her 2010 lyrics seem to bear little resemblance to who Kesha Rose Sebert is now. After two years of fame, Kesha disappeared. Where did she go? Maybe record producer Dr. Luke has the answers.

In late 2013, Kesha had to go to rehab in order to treat an eating disorder, one that Kesha’s mom said was caused by Dr. Luke. In 2014, Kesha sued Lukasz Sebastian Gottwald (Dr. Luke) in order to leave her recording contract due to him “sexually, physically, emotionally, and verbally” abusing her. On Feb. 19, a judge in New York sided with Sony Music and Dr. Luke denying Kesha the right to record new music unless she stays on the same record label and works with the same producer. Kesha can’t be featured on anyone else’s records, can’t create any live recordings, and can’t even put up a cover on YouTube unless she has her abuser’s explicit permission. Unfortunately, Kesha be the last. There is a “systematic sexual harassment” of women, and increasingly men, who are abused in the music industry. It seems to be part of the deal of the business.

Recently, Heathcliff Berru, music merous allegations against him issued by many women in the music industry, one of them being Amber Coffman, vocalist and guitarist for the band the Dirty Projectors. He apologized to those who were “offended by his actions” and said he will be checking himself into a drug and alcohol rehab program.

This isn’t an isolated case; like many other issues affecting our society today, this incident speaks to a much larger problem.

Is it possible that Kesha is lying? Sure.

But it seems unlikely. According to the Enliven Project, a campaign to help end sexual violence, out of 1,000 rapes, only 100 are reported. From these 100, only 30 faced trial, only 10 went to jail, and only two were falsely accused. This means that out of 1,000 rapes, were false.

In theory, the solution to this problem is quite simple: teach people to not rape instead of to not get raped. It’s easy to blame the victim and say they were “asking for it” because this way we absolve ourselves from blame, we can ignore the stain in our collective conscious and keep going with our lives in denial of a serious problem. It is much harder to accept that there are people out there willing to deliberately humiliate and hurt other human beings for their own pleasure, but this is the case in many of these situations.

It’s time to stop shaming rape victims and give them a safe platform in which to express themselves and be able to defend themselves against their perpetrators.

When someone says they were raped by ly not be forced to continue to work under them. That just seems like common sense to me.

Kesha is not a victim. She is a survivor. She deserves support and compassion.

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Fitness app gets users to “sweat it” Sweat with Kayla

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“Sweat with Kayla” is an app by promises to help members achieve their in the world. The application, released in

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“Toxicity” System of a Down Alternative Rock

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“AF1s” The Doors R&B

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Kanye West closes his lackluster nap of a new album with a strange, refreshing 80’s-esque house music samples and a well auto-tuned, unexpected guest feature from up-and-coming R&B singer, Post Malone.

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“Break on Through”

“Fade”

Yung Lean ft. Ecco2k Trip-hop

Swedish weirdo Yung Lean continues to atmospheric, drawn-out synths that really cast a dark, melodramatic tone on this dreamy track.

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Atlanta-based producer Sonny Digital to trap superstar Chief Keef in this hookbased audacious song that is sure to go down as another classic in Keef’s

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Writers inspired to continue passion Beytia hopes to incorporate his pas-

BY COLE KAUFFMAN

Freshman Jordan Edelman is one of not only a channel to express themselves, but also a sanctuary for their ideas.

still hope to write screenplays for movies or TV shows and perhaps write a few -

However, Edelman’s discovery of her a hobby or chooses to pursue it as a pro-

Junior Jason Gold, a classmate of similarly inventive approach to his writ-

pen and paper or a computer and you can PHOTO BY COLE KAUFFMAN

NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLER: Junior Chris Beytia spends extra time in class writing in hopes of pursuing a future in screenwriting.

she derives her ideas.

Gold, however, does not see a profession for it.

Edelman said. “There’s always somements into more peaceful environments “I read a lot, and sometimes after

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Interest in singing turned into passion

BY SANJANA PAI

Senior Amanpriya “Amy” Kulkarni has had a passion for music ever since she was a little girl. Kulkarni said she had already found singing interesting during the summer before seventh grade, skills. She began professional training the same year.

Kulkarni started taking Hindustani voice lessons at that time. Hindustani music is a form of Indian classical music. She also began taking Western vocal lessons the same year and has been taking them ever since, going through various vocal coaches.

“For as long as I remember, I’ve always been singing, even as a child,” she said. “It was just one of the things that people do. It just came naturally to me.”

Kulkarni said one of her role models for singing is the artist Alison Loren Sudol, who goes by A Fine Frenzy.

“She’s not really well-known, but she’s something that I really enjoy and appreciate. That’s the kind of music that I would want to write, if I could,” Kulkarni said.

“Her music is a fusion of indie and pop music genre, and she has a really beautiful voice. She is, without a doubt, one of my biggest musical inspirations.”

Kulkarni was one of the 10 people from the Bay to audition for the All-State Chorus. All-State Chorus has a long audition process that includes talent in singing and knowledge of musical theories, including a written exam and an audition that consists of singing a few bars from the song they were assigned. Students are then assigned to a Women’s Choir, Mixed Choir or Reading Choir. Kulkarni became part of the Women’s Choir.

This was one of the few workshops that Kulkarni took part in without her Chorus friends. Being a part of the Bay’s Women’s Choir, Kulkarni was used to vocalizing with her peers.

“The thought of travelling and competing without my chorus group made me at the thought of not knowing anybody in a city that’s so far from home. But in the end, I met some really great people and made good memories. Once we started rehearsing, I immediately fell in love with the music and the director I had.” got the chance to be a part of a choir that sounded that good.

All State Chorus lasted about a week.

It was a convention hosted by an institution called Florida Music Education Association (FMEA). All State Band and All State Orchestra conventions were also taking place at the same time.

“I got the opportunity to meet people from all over Florida. I was just so happy with the entire experience. It was better than I ever imagined it could be,” Kulkarni said. “After the convention, it felt like I had been approved as a choral singer.”

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SING IT: (Clockwise from top left) Senior Amanpriya “Amy” Kulkarni motivates herself by drawing a self-portrait with an inspirational saying. Kulkarni poses for the camera after winning an All-State Florida Musician award. Kulkarni takes a picture with her new friends she met at a singing convention.

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KulkarMrs. Gill ni’s music said. “It’s d i r e c t o r, For as long as I remember, I’ve not a small Tina Gill, always been singing, even as ach ieve was the ment. She one to tell a child. It was just one of the worked her about things that people do. It just came very hard her selec- naturally to me to get setion for the lected.”

All State BradWo m e n’s ley Franks -senior Amanpriya “Amy” Kulkarni is anothChorus.

Mrs. Gill er one of was supposed to inform Kulkarni about Kulkarni’s music directors. Mr. Franks this as soon as she got the news, but it has known Kulkarni for four years.

“Amy is one of our soprano leaders,” slipped her mind. In class, while talking about the convention, Mrs. Gill casually he said. “She is very responsible and dedicongratulated Kulkarni about it, assum- cated to music. She’s someone I can always rely on.” ing she already knew.

Kulkarni received a lot of support “I was very confused when she congratulated me. I asked her ‘Congratula- from her parents and her younger brother tions? For what?’ because I had no idea while pursuing the arts.

“My family always came to my shows, whatsoever that she was talking about and they always encouraged me and told All State Chorus,” Kulkarni said.

Kulkarni said she was ecstatic about me I was good even when I probably wasn’t,” Kulkarni said. “They were always just there for me; they’ve been really heard about this.

“I’m very proud of Amy for getting a great throughout my experience with art.”

Although she has a passion for music, position in the All State Women’s Choir,”

”

Kulkarni wants to study environmental science and sustainability in college.

“I took AP Environmental Science (APES) last year and I absolutely loved it. I really like science and mathematics. I feel like environmental science is a very important topic, especially in times like ours,” Kulkarni said. “I love music a lot but I want it to be that one thing that I always love and enjoy. I feel like it would somewhat be ruined if it becomes my job.

I want music to be an escape from my everyday life, because that is exactly what it is to me,” Kulkarni said.

Cynthia Joseph, Kulkarni’s APES teacher, said that Amy’s major depends on where her interests go. “[Amy] was a very good student. She was just one of the students who I talked to a lot and had a lot of things in common with,” she said. “Even while being extremely talented at music, it all just depends on what makes her happy for the rest of her life, as a career. This is how you can make a difference in society too, which I believe Amy will.”

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Cast reunions bring about nostalgia

BY GABBY SONKIN

Sophomore Cayla Suchlicki has been an avid fan of the television show “Friends” since she started watching it that the cast was back once again for a

of ‘Friends’ all together in the same room reunion will remind me of all the great Even though other cast reunions Suchlicki said she connected to the show “Friends” more than any other movie or

“

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When I used to watch [‘Gilmore Girls’], I constantly felt a connection with the characters. Not only are the mother and her daughter close, but they also consider each other best friends, the way I consider my mother.

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connected just like best friends would helped one another get through any tough surprised that one of her all time favorite love Phoebe because she is always happy

“I cannot believe this show is coming and will take place about nine years after I constantly felt a connection with the

-freshman Lexi Gladstone was amazed at how each person grew navigating my way through New York and experiencing all of the great times there was still a very strong bond among

the characters in modern day after the last “I wonder if the characters will look is taking place about nine years after the mother and daughter’s special relationship

“

As I was watching [‘Fuller House’], I felt the cast captured the true meaning of the word ‘family.’

-math teacher Robyn Berman

the cast captured the true meaning of “I loved how they had strong morals and values that were being taught throughout

”

“Since most of the main characters are

‘The Choice’ delivers emotional performance relationship strengthens tremendously as

“The Choice”

BY LUCY CELENTANO

ovie based on

lengthy with a screen time just under two a bit repetitive and but it is worth the watch due to the unexpected events

love story that seemingly overcomes any

may have an overdone plot and typical preventing viewers from ever truly feeling the magnitude of a poignant of

An

As with all Nicholas

unfortunate Although it takes after several other

the difference in the story is portrayed through the work of ages of the two main

Notebook” entertaining events provide the audience with intense feelings of overwhelming

main actors are only visible age difference a coastal North Carolina town called connection between the two and makes their relationship seem student who is enjoying her life and not movie especially appealing with its sappy

the ending is satisfactory movie to watch for those in seek of an exciting love story portrayed follows Sparks’ formulaic plot: good-looking people meeting

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Town Center welcomes new addition unfortunately served lukewarm which is a substantial offset to the overall dining experience.

On the other hand, those who are less daring may be better off selecting one of Panna’s salads, such as the classic cobb, served with tomatoes, cheese, eggs, bacon, chicken, and several other typical ingredients, or the chicken Caesar salad.

Unfortunately, the salad portions were in-

Panna

BY LUCY CELENTANO

Panna is a restaurant with decent food, reasonable prices and an energetic mood. Upon entering Panna, one is greeted by the lively atmosphere and employees who are eager to help. What was taurant located inside the Mobil gas station on Weston Road, has now expanded PHOTO BY LUCY CELENTANO Center.

Panna’s unique style provides for a ca- ORDER UP: Customers welcome a new Panna to Weston Town Center. Panna sual and comfortable dining experience. is well-known for its tequeños and other Latino food.

Instead of the traditional sit-down restaurant, patrons are encouraged to place derstanding employees are willing to aid- empanadas and taquitos, permitting for an order at the counter. After they place an inexpensive meal. their order, they are given a number and eat.

For those looking for a more traditheir food is delivered to their table in a tional approach to the Latin style cuisine, items for those looking for breakfast, the Reina Pepida (an arepa with shredded for those looking for a laid-back meal. lunch or dinner. Breakfast items range chicken, mayonnaise and avocado) served Non-Spanish speakers may be intim- from egg sandwiches to fresh made om- with a choice of French fries would be a elets and veggie dishes. As for other satisfactory place to start. Additionally, time. Since Panna’s most common clien- meals, one has the choice of burgers, sal- Panna offers baked or deep-fried chicktele happens to be Spanish speakers, un- ads, and traditional Latino food including

Panna’s location in Weston town center is inconvenient. Customers are almost always forced to park behind the store in a crowded lot, however, Panna does offer an online ordering and delivery service where the food can be delivered to one’s geous feature for those who do not have any desire to go out.

Overall, the new Panna located in rant. Although the portions could be larger and fresher, at Panna, customers can expect nothing less than enticing cuisine, friendly employees and an enjoyable atmosphere, all of which continue to draw customers back.

along suspenseful journey throughout the book. While Punke’s use -

“The Revenant”

BY ALEJANDRO IRIZARRY

is the incredible tale of main character Hugh Glass in the journey for revenge against the men who left him for dead. a fur trapper, is abandoned by ald and Jim Bridger, after being gravely injured. After gaining enough strength, he begins his nine-month quest for vengeance. While the book bears the same name only a handful of key plot points, and are two different interpretations of Glass’s real life story of survival. maintaining a sense of suspense throughout the entire story. Glass always seemed one step away from death. Punke made -

and is simply a horrible human being

the book, he acts fearful and weak and remains that way until very late in the novel.

Punke is relentless in his attempt to make the frontier come alive. He manages to make the frontier feel dangerous and hostile, and almost unearthly. Each person and animal Glass comes across has a purpose, whether it be to help or to hurt him.

Punke also uses his tion of the obstacles Glass comes across to enhance the feeling of immersion throughout the book.

From Glass’s wounds to the maintenance he conPunke’s meticulousness shines throughout the book. ing is a key component of its quality. Punke leverages the obstacles Glass faces to keep the book at a fast pace. Each obstacle is made ke makes each solution Glass concocts sound believable. book. Punke has masterfully written a must-read tale of suspense, survival and revenge.

Color Switch

Players are given a score of how many stars were obtained at the end of each attempt. Once a player achieves enough stars, they can visit the in-game store to purchase new upgraded shapes for the character, such as an octopus, music note

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With bright colors on a black back- use during the game.

While other applications have in-app purchases that require money, Color Switch’s purchases use a new game for the iOS the amount of stars that and the Android prothe player has received. grams, updated on Feb. 6.

When players start use their real-world monthe game, a screen with ey to buy pointless upa small, brightly colored grades. ball and larger circles In the recent upcomprised of various coldate, an arrangement of ors open. Between the game modes for players various obstacles and to choose from was creshapes on the screen, the color of the ball will volves players racing an automatic ball through is that the player must make sure that the ball can pass through different path. In the Cave mode, users play with a small amount of light shining the obstacle painted in the same color.

- on the ball, making the obstacles barely er has to tap the screen to make the ball jump and go through the obstacles match- the game unique and entertaining. ing the color of the character to keep the round going, creating an enjoyable game. ternect connection is required. Besides Besides the original path, players can the connection, a player can still play the game without any annoying distractions different levels with a variety of challeng- from advertisements, unlike most games.

Color Switch is the best application on the market. resulting in an addiction to play.

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Self-esteem linked to “likes” on social media

BY JENNA RABINOVITCH ONLINE ARTS & ENT. EDITOR

Sophomore Aaron Lerner felt a surge of accomplishment after receiving more than 100 likes on his Instagram post, breaking his own record of 94.

According to medicalnewstoday. com, people who are more anxious and socially insecure are more likely to use at least one social networking site.

Freshman Maddie Burns logs on to her Instagram and Twitter account multiple times a day. Not only does her life consist of multiple social sites, but the majority of her friends have these same accounts as well. She believes social media can affect a person’s self-image in a positive way and has seen it happen on multiple occasions.

“When one of my friends posts a photo of themselves, and they receive positive feedback, such as nice comments or a lot of likes, it really boosts their selfesteem,” she said.

Unlike Burns, Miami Psychologist Dr. Francis Berman has a few clients who have come to her with a tainted self-image due to negative feedback on a social media site. She said that nothing good comes out of social media because once something is posted, whether it’s a picture or a comment, it can’t be taken back.

“Social networking sites allow people to act like they can say things to people they most likely would not say to their face or in person,” she said. “Social

media is the focus of life for some people and if they receive negative feedback on something they feel they should receive positive feedback on, it can really make them feel rejected or disappointed.”

Lerner said social media is an outlet for people to create new relationships with others because it is an easy way to communicate.

“Apps such as Instagram and Twitter allow people to reach out to others,” Lerner said. “This can be a good thing or bad thing. It’s good if someone is receiving positive feedback on their posts or something from a stranger, because that can really boost someone’s self esteem, but it’s bad if someone is giving negative, mean, feedback which is cyberbullying in a way.”

Burns follows a variety of different accounts other than just her friends and she said these other accounts make the biggest impact on her life, inspiring her to have a more positive self-image.

“I follow a lot of makeup accounts which have inspired me to try new inspire me to try and be as healthy as I can be, so I have really been changing myself for the better, using these accounts as motivation.”

Dr. Berman said many of her client’s mental health have been negatively impacted by the increase of social media sites in daily lives.

“My clients come to me upset about a mean comment on their picture or

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they saw on Facebook that they were left out by their friends and they just feel degraded,” she said. “I have seen people become depressed and even jump to severe conclusions like suicide.”

Dr. Berman said social networking sites have become the center of many teens lives, and Burns admittedly feels it is the heart of her own.

“Whenever people around my age go out, they try to get the perfect picture or video to post on Instagram, or the best

said. “These things seem to take priority when going out as opposed to enjoying whatever a person went out to do. I’ll admit I am guilty of this too. Perception is a large part of being a teen and social media has fueled this.”

Twitter acts as outlet for live coverage

BY HANNAH GUTNER

As more and more celebrities walk down the red carpets, more and more students, like junior Adriana Sasso, have something to say about it via Twitter.

“I love live tweeting because it gives people an idea of what is going on in things like awards shows and people can see your exact reaction,” Sasso said. “It is really entertaining to tweet quick updates about shows or activities.”

Similarly, Tina Stoklosa, AICE Media Studies teacher, thinks one of the reasons live tweeting is popular is because it allows people to feel like their thoughts are being considered in real time “Some forms of social media can certainly be a positive form of expression for students,” Ms. Stoklosa said. “It depends on how they decide to use it.”

Sasso said live tweets always make a great conversation starter in the Twitter community.

“Usually, my friends reply to my tweets because a lot of them live tweet too, so we get fun conversations going,” Sasso said. “I love when people reply with their opinions.”

Junior Amy Gallagher said she thinks live tweeting is an interesting and entertaining form of expression because all of her thoughts must be concise.

“I like it because you only get 140 characters for each thought,” Gallagher said. “It is a fun challenge and it’s even more fun when people ask me in person about how I feel about something I mentioned in a tweet.”

Junior Mariette Sanchez said she likes it when people talk to her in school about her tweets, too.

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“The people who respond to my tweets or talk to me about them in person are usually the same people also live tweeting,” Sanchez said.

Although people tweet Sanchez back, she said her tweets have never gone viral before.

“I think it would be really cool for one of my tweets to become really popular,” Sanchez said. “But that hasn’t happened yet.”

Gallagher, Sanchez and Sasso said award shows are their favorite events

to live tweet because a lot of people are usually on Twitter at the time, so there is more interaction among Twitter users.

“My favorites are the Grammys and MTV Video Music Awards because a lot of people tweet along with me,” Sanchez said.

Although Gallagher enjoys tweeting during all award shows, her favorite are the Oscars.

“The Oscars are my favorite to live

there are so many talented people to be recognized.”

However, Ms. Stoklosa said that in her class the students typically have discussions regarding the role played by social media in the news, not necessarily awards shows.

“I see the value in [social media] for other people, but I talk to people everyday, all day long,” Ms. Stoklosa said. “I [personally] don’t really see the point in music,” Gallagher said. “I feel like there it.”

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Concert delay does not spoil show engaging the crowd.

Every member of the crowd was singing along to “California” from their EP Calibraska (a combination California and

Jack and Jack

BY SANJANA PAI

The cool night of Feb. 27 was buzzing with excitement and anticipation outside the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, where the Internet famous, pop-rap duo Jack Johnson and Jack Gillinsky (Jack and Jack) were having a concert.

The night started off with the opening act, a rising singer named Tori Lynn.

Although not well known, her edgy look and upbeat music held the crowd’s attention.

Prior to opening act, the cheerful crowd turned kind of ugly because the show was delayed by almost an hour. Due to the relatively small size of the auditorium, the people in front rows were being pushed around, which led to arguments among fans. But all frustration was forgotten when the concert began.

As soon as the Vine stars came onto the stage, the room erupted in cheer and applause. The duo began their performance with their popular song “Like That,” which had the crowd enthralled.

Johnson kept the crowd entertained by his antics; he kept running around the stage, waving enthusiastically at fans and

city of L.A. Johnson’s rap pumped up the already exuberant crowd. “Shallow Love” and “Wrong One” were hits from “Calibraska” and each had an enigmatic and striking beat. “Groove” was a crowd favorite because of its energetic and groovy music.

Jack and Jack also performed covers of popular songs, such as “Again” by Fetty Wap. The Jack’s even played drums during their performance of “How Deep Is Your Love” by Calvin Harris. The appealing beats of these songs made the show even more entertaining.

Between songs, the Jack’s never missed an opportunity to thank their fans for their constant love and support. Their interaction with the crowd was very natural and genuine.

The audience was watching the Jack’s, swaying their arms to the rhythmic beat singles. The song created a more intimate atmosphere that allowed fans to bond with one another. The crowd belted along to another one of their old songs, “Distance,” adding a hint of nostalgia to the concert.

Johnson interrupted the concert by taking a video for Snapchat, which had become a ritual for the Jack’s. This habit-

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TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE: Jack Johnson (left) and Jack Gillinsky performed for a crowd of fans on Feb. 27 at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderale, performing a variety of songs from covers to their own original music.

ual task of taking a Snapchat video was Jack and Jack’s way of assembling their memories.

The concert ended with an outstanding performance of “Wildlife,” which drove the audience crazy, especially because Johnson had taken off his shirt. The song included electronic music and the

crowd did most of the singing.

The night was still buzzing when everybody left Culture Room. The pop-rap duo had truly succeeded at putting on a great show.

“The Girl in the Red Coat” told from “Dirty Grandpa” contains confusing perspective unrealistic, humorous situations “The Girl in the Red Coat”

BY ESTELA SUAREZ

“The Girl in The Red Coat,” written

by Kate Hamer and released in March 2015, is a thrilling novel written in an alternating perspective between a grieving mother and her missing daughter. The book follows Carmel, an eight year-old girl, who was kidnapped by a man claiming to be her estranged grandfather.

As Beth, her newly single mother, searches for her, Carmel begins to realize that her kidnapper took her because he thinks Carmel is special.

This novel is Hamer’s standout debut; before this novel she had mostly written short stories. This intriguing and captivating story slowly reveals the truth behind Carmel’s unfortunate situation. In Carmel’s sections, Hamer unfolds the captor’s plans and his struggle to keep Carmel’s identity a secret, as months, and eventually years, pass by. In Beth’s sections, the author shows how Beth tries to piece to-

becomes poorly developed, with many awkward moments that may not have been followed through properly. An exof these elements is the friendly Grandpa” ample relationship between a surf storeowner, who is also a drug dealer, and two police ness, which turns out to be more awkward rather than fun because of how unrealistic “Dirty Grandpa,” released on Jan. 22, this scenario is.

Nevertheless, there are some good eleto easy and vulgar humor. However, the ments in the movie, like a sub-plot led by the character Lenore (Aubrey Plaza). Her it has a simple, easyto-follow plot, and sexual relations with some comedic moDick after he lies to ments. her about being a colThis movie follege professor. This lows Jason Kelly creates a funny and (Zac Efron), a corentertaining story that porate attorney who makes the plot more is engaged to the amusing. controlling daughter If there is a memoof his boss. Jason is rable outstanding eletricked to drive his ment in this movie, it is widowed grandfathe chemistry between ther Dick (Robert Dick and Jason, who De Niro) to Florisoon discover that they da for spring break. can learn things one from the other. Efron plicated by many and De Niro, with the factors, including help of director Dan the reencounter of Jason with a former college mate, Shadia, in a diner. There ing a charismatic grandfather-grandson conversations and his grandfather’s at- couple. Unfortunately, the crude humor tempts to have relations with young girls based mainly on sexual innuendos, cheap despite, or maybe because of, his recent wife’s death. The story is quite easy to fol- ly comprehend the bond between the two. low as it only has a few twists.

This is a good movie to watch between teresting and is reminiscent of the typi- happy hour of laughs, but those seeking cal comedic, road-trip movies, such as “Little Miss Sunshine.” However, the plot disappointed.

gether her new life while also trying to understand what is happening around her.

Despite Beth’s sections being more de“Dirty spondent than Carmel’s, due to her somewhat discouraged spirit, they are no less gripping, as they too keep the storyline full of suspense.

BY DAVID PEREZ ending and leaves one’s imagination wanting more. The characters that are constantly drifting in and out of the narrative clearly explain Carmel’s mental state throughout the book. Her captivity seems to be endless as it takes unexpected turns.

Although the alternating perspective of the narrator keeps the book interesting, it may also be its one fatal ing perspective is at times confusing, and distracted readselves confused and unable to understand the plot. In addition, the story’s neat and tidy ending seems to be slightly unrealistic and totally due to coincidences.

Hamer’s immersive novel pulls at heartstrings while explaining grief and how one mother learns to cope with it.

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Revived musicals thrive on television

BY RACHEL SCHONBERGER

Freshman Alyssa Burnette wrapped up her performance of “Grease” with Inside Out Theatre Company at the beginning of January and later found herself watching “Grease: Live” on television only two weeks later. The FOX special on Jan. 31 became the fourth televised live musical in the past two years.

“I compared some aspects of the live show to how we did it.” Burnette said. “It brought back a lot of really fun memories.”

The show was a combination of the tion. The cast was a mixture of stars of the stage and screen. It starred the familiar faces of Julianne Hough from “Dancing with the Stars” as Sandy and “High School Musical” star Vanessa Hudgens as Rizzo, who came straight from playing the title character in the Broadway musical “Gigi.” On the other side of the spectrum, Aaron Tveit, who has a vivid background in theatre, played the leading man of Danny Zuko.

Sophomore Aya Casden was a fan of the original movie and was looking forward to seeing the live version, but she her expectations.

“I think it was different enough from the movie while not straying too far from the story,” Casden said. “This way, I could appreciate the new cast members and appreciate the show for what it was.”

The musical “Grease” was not the only movie-musical to be revived as a live television special. In December

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2013, NBC introduced the concept with “The Sound of Music Live!” The former American Idol winner and country music star, Carrie Underwood, played the leading character of Maria von Trapp, a role made famous by Julie Andrews in 1965.

“I really liked how they took a country singer with little experience acting and made her the star,” Burnette said. “I think she did a really good job with it.”

NBC also resurrected the musicals “Peter Pan” and “The Wiz” in December 2014 and 2015, respectively. Junior Liliana Amaya was looking forward to seeing “The Wiz Live!” after seeing so much about it on Twitter and becoming aware of the different cultural aspects in the show.

“I was really impressed by how ‘The Wiz Live!’ incorporated a lot of African

basic story of ‘The Wizard of Oz.’” enthusiast and a fan of the television speWhile “Peter Pan,” “The Sound of cials.

Music” and “Grease” are widely known “A lot of students can’t get to New York to see some of these shows, and culture, “The Wiz” has not been as pop- students who aren’t into Broadway don’t ularized. The soul/R&B interpretation even know what these shows are,” Mr. of “The Wizard of Oz” was taken on by Geller said. “It’s a great way to bring to NBC as a way to expose the general au- light and create an interest in musical thedience to a new type of musical. Sopho- atre.” more Cara Siegel was especially excited Shows like “Grease” and “The Sound about seeing this twist on the classic story. of Music” have younger-skewed casts, “I’ve always been a huge fan of the so Geller hopes this appeals more to the movie ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and the musi- younger audience. cal ‘Wicked,’ so I was excited to see an“I think it’s great that they have a lot other twist on it,” Siegel said. of actors and actresses who kids can reWith an average of around 13 mil- late to, whether it’s Carrie Underwood lion viewers per show, many people who or Vanessa Hudgens,” Mr. Geller said. wouldn’t have normally seen these shows “Adults like them, kids like them. These on stage now have an accessible way to shows are turning a whole new generawatch them from their homes. Advanced tion onto the theatre.”

Placement (AP) and AICE Psychology added a more relatable perspective to the teacher David Geller is a musical theatre

Marvel’s newest release Hip-hop artist maintains kills with humor, action synthesized rap style “Deadpool”

BY RYAN SOLOMON

“Deadpool,” released on Feb. 12, tracks Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds), a former Special Forces operative who, after being subjected to a deadly experiment, is left with accelerated healing powers, allowing him to adopt the alter ego: Deadpool. Strapped with his new abilities and an ominous, twisted sense of humor, Wilson hunts down the man who saved his life from terminal cancer, while nearly destroying it in the process.

Reynolds is the spitting image of the Deadpool character.

He does an absolutely amazing job and crushes every standard set forward by early hype. The sarcastic humor assimilates perfectly with the movie and the attitude of the superhero; it allows for a bit of comic relief through rough patches in Wilson’s life.

marvel comic world to a whole new type of hero. Funny, as well as cynical, Deadpool attracts many types of audiences, and surely is a success. With a gross sale

“The Art of Hustle”

the movie will hopefully bring along a sequel.

Deadpool’s character symbolizes BY COLE KAUFFMAN life, got a second chance, and stopped at nothing to achieve his goal. The man who cured his cancer also turned him into this “monster,” and Wilson’s ultimate goal was to kill him for the pain he caused him. The role of a superhero who follows no rules and does as he pleases is mostly new and sets a unique standard for action “Deadpool” es hard and surpassed every bit of hype the trailers presented to viewers. Deadpool is going to attract a whole new audience to the dangerous and strange character, while once again demonstrating the huge opportunity for variety in the comic book movie setting.

Twenty years into his musical career, 34-year-old rapper Yo Gotti released his latest album, “The Art of Hustle,” adding on to his now extensive list of hardcore gangsta rap albums. With a compilation of 15 songs, leased on Feb. 19 is worth the listen.

Throughout the album, Memphisbased Yo Gotti maintains a strong ence, meaning each song shares a similar style with bassheavy trap (hardcore hip-hop) and electrically synthesized beats.

“The Art of Hustle” is a great successor to his last album “I Am,” which was released in 2013 and was popular for its street hip-hop songs like “LeBron James” and “Act Right.”

This album has songs like “Bible,” featuring Lil Wayne, with the menacing qualities suitable for a drag race scene of a “Fast and Furious” movie, but it also has some songs with down-to-the-point and

emotional lyrics right for late-night introspection. For tracks like that, look for “My City,” which features female vocalist K. Michelle.

The title song, “The Art of Hustle,” is likely to be the album’s most popular. It meshes Yo Gotti’s raspy and emotional voice with electronic dance music (EDM) to create a solid hip-hop hit. “Pay the Price,” on the other hand, is orchestral and climatic, but probably not going to be as big of a hit because of its lack of catchy lyrics.

Some of the songs from this album have a very distinguished sense of trap. “Come up” and “Bank Teller” have so many autotuned vocals that they sound like popular trap artist Fetty Wap produced them, which creates an interesting twist in the collection.

“General,” featuring Future, includes a gratifying performance by the feature artist and “Down in the DM” is a socially relatable track which makes several references to modern social-media-lingo, such as, “Don’t you hate it when I screenshot.”

The remix of the latter, which features Nicki Minaj, is bound to become an addition to the playlists of countless DJs. The new album is a culmination of Yo Gotti’s best efforts, and though not everyone might appreciate his gangsta style, “The Art of Hustle” is certainly a hit in the category of street hip-hop.

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Vincent Mango arrives on the scene Four friends picked up their instruments and turned jam sessions into a popular sensation.

BY CAMILA ZIADI ARTS & ENT. EDITOR

Senior Alejandro Lopez never planned to form part of a band. But, for almost a year now, he has been the bassist for a band called Vincent Mango.

Lopez and his three best friends formed the band in May 2015. Junior Isaiah Ampuero is the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, and keyboard player for the band. The other two members, Alex “Shaggy” Alston, guitarist, and Andrew Acosta, drummer, are seniors at St. Thomas.

“It all sort of just happened and we’re glad it did,” Lopez said. “Obviously our aim is to become successful in this business and that’s through popularity and people just listening to our music. Since the band members go to Cypress and St. Thomas, we want to obviously make fans and come out through those schools.” grade. Although neither of them had any interest in music, Alston decided to start playing guitar and asked Ampuero to join his band. Alston later met Acosta at St. Thomas and Ampuero at the skate park.

“They just thought I was a keyboard player and only played piano,” Ampuero said. “But then I was like ‘I secretly sing Frank Ocean songs in my room and play guitar.’” mainly pop punk and alternative, it aims to not stick to one genre.

“I think as a band each one of us represents a different demographic of people so one of us has to reach out to a certain audience,” Acosta said. “Together we all collectively reach out to every audience.

We’re like a universal band.” tended play (EP) album, “Vincent Mango,” on Jan 16. The album contains six of their 13 songs, including their most popular (according to Alston), “Blue.” They are currently working on their next EP. “In our opinion some of our best songs form when no one person comes to the table with everything,” Alston said. “It just comes down to this goes here and this goes here and we’re all in agreement and the song is done. The songs we argue, bicker, and try and put in everyone’s two cents and do this, that, and the other, usually don’t turn out the best.”

The amount of practice the band has each week depends on whether or not they have a gig coming up. If they have a gig coming up, they will practice three or four times a week as well as the day of. However, once they’re done with a gig, they will take time off from practicing and focus on writing.

“Getting gigs is actually interesting.

A lot of the times it’s us emailing people, and a lot of the time, too, it’s just connections,” Acosta said. “Through establishing connections, someone hears the word about Vincent Mango and so someone comes up to us and they’re like ‘Hey, we really want Vincent Mango to play this show or something.’ It’s kind of all about who you know and it’s also your stage presence.”

As the band rises in popularity and gets more gigs, they have noticed that people will begin to recognize them.

“Some girl at Chipotle, an employee, came up to us when we were in line and she was like ‘Are you guys Vincent Mango?” Lopez said. “None of us really knew

AWESOME FOURSOME: (Top from left) Drummer Andrew Acosta, bassist Alejandro Lopez, guitarist Alex “Shaggy” Alston and lead singer and rhythm guitarist Isiah Ampuero pose during a photoshoot in Ft. Lauderdale. On Jan. 22, shows are on March 11 in LauderAle Brewery and on March 12 at the For the Love music festival in Ft. Lauderdale.

her and she told us ‘I was just listening to for free up until now. If they’re not free your EP in the back.’” they’re quite pricey and then equipment As a band, they said they have to deal to keep up with gigs and stuff. We don’t have the proper equipment to play big among band members because while shows so we often times have to borrow - equipment. Basically it’s just keeping up ences. However, Alston said that all the with how far we’ve come so far.”

Vincent Mango has two gigs comof the band’s dynamic. The biggest chal- ing up. One is at LauderAle Brewery on lenge they face is having enough funds for March 11 and is an all-ages show. The equipment. other one is on March 12 at the For the “Keeping up with the progress we’re Love music festival in Fort Lauderdale.

- For discounted ticket prices, fans can dios and stuff, it’s tough because it’s ex- use the promo code “vincentmangoftl.” pensive,” Lopez said. “We’ve been for- Fans can keep up with Vincent Mango on tunate to have them done pretty much -

and Snapchat (vincentmango). Additionally, they have a YouTube channel (Vincent Mango) and a website (vincentmangoband.com). Their music can be found on SoundCloud and Bandcamp, and soon on iTunes and Spotify.

“Honestly, goals for the future: I want to wake up, not have to worry about putting on a suit or a tie or anything and I want to go into a studio and I want to write music with my best friends, which is my band,” Acosta said. “I want to essentially change the world with music.”

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Netflix Docuseries Dominate

“Chelsea Does”

BY KATHERINE GIBSON

BY TARA BAGHERLEE FEATURES EDITOR

Chelsea Handler is famous for many things, most of them involving alcohol and a crude sense of humor. But in her new docu-series, “Chelsea Does,” she does something that America has never seen her do before: get serious. Handler gives viewers exactly what they need: a wakeup call padded in jokes. “Chelsea Does” features four, one-hour long episodes that focus on the topics of marriage, Silicon Valley, racism and drugs. There are moments in the series where Handler is doing exactly what one would expect her to, whether it is cursing about monogamy or experimenting with the Amazonian drug ayahuasca. But this docu-series is worth watching for the moments when Handler puts down the drink and asks deeper questions about some of life’s most intriguing social constructs.

Handler interviews with a fearless edge, unabashed to speak to everyone with an opinion on the issue she is covering and to offer her own commentary on the episode’s theme. Handler has mastered the art of getting the 21st century to listen: following a joke with serious commentary. This docu-series is polarizing and certainly not for the faint-hearted, holding the capacity to offend some while amusing others. But if there is one thing “Chelsea Does,” and does well, it is this: she prompts viewers to walk away thinking critically, questioning modern society and how to improve it.

Rainforests, deserts and the deep ocean are just a few of the vast biomes that the BBC documentary series, “Planet Earth,” explores. This 2007 Emmy award-winning series is extremely well produced; each tography that truly captures the beauty of each landscape, such as clear shots of polar bear cubs burrowing in the Arctic and aerial images of elephants migrating through the African tundra. Although the series is able to encapsulate the natural animal world to be too intense. The visual quality of the show is exceptional, but the narrator of the series, David Attenborough, quickly becomes monotonous and boring. The unexcited manner of the narration distracts from the phenomenal visuals and knowledge that is being conveyed. However, the information that the show thoroughly explains about each ecosystem is important and relevant. By introducing concepts about unique animals and various environmental issues such as melting ice caps, the documentary series encourages its viewers to protect nature. Overall, this series proves to be enjoyable for anyone who has an interest in animals or the environment. The extensive time that was spent producing this series is evident and it is worth getting through the dull narration in order to learn about the majestic ecosystems that make up the world.

BY WANDA MORA

BY CASEY MENTEN

“Brain Games,” an Emmy-nominated documentary series released in 2011, uncovers the untold secrets behind the human brain in a modern, unique and captivating way. Currently on its seventh season, the series takes viewers through the mind, exploring the ways humans process information and perceive the world. Episodes dive into feelings such as stress, trust and fear; topics that are not always straightforward. The host, Jason Silva, exposes truths behind these topics and the processing that goes into creating them. Demonstrated in experiments and optical illusions, the viewer receives further insight on the hardwiring of the brain.

“Brain Games” interacts with the audience with clever tactics, such as brain teasers, illusions and common magic tricks. Unfortunately, some episodes reveal truths behind common magic tricks, taking away the fun of the magic trick. The brainteasers, illusions and tricks engage the audience in an absorbing way by allowing them to participate in the show. Not only is the information intriguing, but it is also demonstrated in real world situations, such as what goes on when you watch a movie, and the way you interact with people on the street. Overall, the series is perfect for anyone interested in learning what goes on behind the scenes in the brain. Although it is an educational documentary series, “Brain Games” is a binge-worthy show due to its interactive games and charismatic host, Jason Silva. “Brain Games” is an impressive and engrossing series that will educate and entertain viewers.

“Making a Murderer” focuses on Stephen Avery, a man from Wisconsin who had been released from prison, where he was held for 18 ing a lawsuit against Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, he is accused for the murder of Teresa Halbach, who was last seen on his property. The rest of the series focuses on this case, showing evidence that Manitowoc County was attempting to frame him again. The show is well organized and reveals the story chronologically at a perfect pace, always leaving an enticing cliffhanger at the end of each episode. It breaks down every aspect of the case so viewers can understand what is happening. This show is also remarkable for speaking out against the judicial system in America and sending a message to people that everything is not as it seems.

As a result, it is easy to get lost in the jargon. Although the pacing can still keep the viewer engaged, the writers should have taken into consideration that most people are not familiar with these terms. Overall, this is a great series to watch in order to learn about the judicial system in America and is a great way to be entertained and educated simultaneously.

“Chef’s Table”

BY JULIANA STEPEIN

“Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey” takes viewers through mysteries of the universe and way beyond different theories. This 13 episode series of documentaries questions ideas like how big the universe is and if there is life on other planets. It is very well put together by the way it connects everything in the universe together, and it is interesting for anyone who wants to know more about the world he lives in. Each episode of this series takes the viewers on an adventure through space and brings light to different planets in our galaxy that most people do not know about. From dark matter to quantum physics, viewers will learn about many different things. This series makes the audience feel as if they are actually traveling to these planets. The narrator, Neil deGrasse Tyson, has a very monotone voice which makes it hard to listen to, but his mastery of the knowledge he is proving is undeniable. Overall, this documentary series has breathtaking cinematography and shows how tiny Earth really is on the grand scale of things.

BY BERNI BERKOWER

“The Chef’s Table,” released in April 2015, is chefs from around the world. Although the show is well orchestrated, it is a bit boring because unlike other cooking oriented shows like Hell’s Kitchen or Masterchef, it is void of the universal and primitive appeal of drama that programs like reality shows provide. The series consists of 10, one hour-long episodes focusing on a different chef and their “revolutionary” takes on classic cooking styles. While certainly informational, the culinary jargon becomes to follow. The visuals of the show are very aesthetically pleasing; with intricate dishes and bright colors, the food transforms into a form of art. The series is beautifully directed, showing the creative process of the minds involved with each eating experience. The show guest features numerous reputable food critics who seemed as if they were only on the show to hype up the subject, trying to make the featured chefs can come off as almost humorous because of their over-the-top pergling to complete all 10 episodes, not for lack of visual stimulation, but for the lack of captivating subjects.

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Virtual privacy is at risk of violation Four

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that ensure the information on your phone is secure and private.

But what if they weren’t; what if there was a skeleton key to allow anyone, anywhere to access your personal information?

Information that, when made public, gives someone a window into your entire life. Every transaction, every phone call, every text message, every photo and everything you’ve ever done on your phone will be at stake if this “master key” technology is released.

Bottom Line: Information

A California judge ordered Apple to help the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) gain access to an iPhone belonging to one of the suspects in the San Bernardino, California mass shooting. Apple’s encryption technology prevents the agency from accessing the iPhone’s contents and is the motivation behind the FBI enlisting the

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The type of technology the FBI is asking for would make years of security and privacy developments obsolete.

In today’s world, there is a certain level of trust that consumers place in companies who provide and support our personal technology. While consumers have certain expectations of companies, there is an awareness of risk associated with putting sensitive information on mobile devices.

But just because people are aware of the risks, doesn’t give the government the right to make those risks a guarantee. iPhones have become an extension of individuals and an essential piece of American identity. By compliance with the FBI could carrying an identity on a small set a “dangerous precedent” for handheld device, consumers further cases regarding similar issues, and would “undermine information they keep locked the very freedoms and liberty and safe on their phone. But our government is meant to where do consumers draw protect.”

Beyond the fact that the line? How much privacy releasing an encryption code relinquished is too much?

Apple CEO, Tim Cook, would pose a threat to consumer released an open letter privacy, the integrity of Apple describing the demands made by the FBI and the dangers of duty to protect the privacy of releasing the type of code the its customers and interest of it Bureau is asking for. Cook’s stakeholders. The blatant threat letter expresses how being in unlocking one iPhone, even if

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that phone belongs to a suspect in a terrorist attack. There are plenty of other outlets for counter-terrorism operations that don’t put Apple, its stakeholders and its customers at risk.

The other spectrum of this argument is well summarized

by Benjamin Franklin’s widely surrender freedom for security will not have, nor do they deserve, either one.” This is an antiquated notion, and this quote represents the challenge of relating today’s problems with the founding ideals of America.

Privacy is more susceptible to be threatened today and has a completely different connotation than it did in Benjamin Franklin’s time.

Privacy has been consolidated and has a direct correlation to the technology consumer’s posses. Despite the risk of privacy being highly concentrated, it is the reality.

Federal agencies need to look at this argument with a consumer’s lense, and understand the risks this exposes Americans to.

FLASH OF BRILLIANCE

YES Class rankings open up the doors for many students to be able to determine the fate of their education. Although the ranking of students may cause great competition and commotion, it also allows for students to motivate themselves in a manner that will prepare them for their future endeavors.

For instance, students may be able to check what percentage of their class they have to be in, in order to be given the best opportunity to receive entry into the college of their choice. With this, they obtain the ability to ensure they are on the right track to success, and if they are not they are aware on how to alter their schedules and classes.

Not only does the ranking of students drive them to preform to the best of their abilities, ranking promotes a sense of healthy competition and teaches students how to be determined. Despite the pressure of maintaining a high class ranking, students are able to learn how to push themselves and strive to be their ultimate best. Prohibiting access to Virtual Counselor’s class ranking database may decrease the motivation and energy seen throughout students on campus, and for this reason we should not eliminate this privilege.

- By Carli Udine

Should students have access to view their class ranking?

NO Virtual Counselor is Broward County database that provides students and parents with the opportunity to view graduation information. Although many it comes with many disadvantages. As of now, class rankings can be viewed on the database, and this promotes an unnecessarily competitive environment.

Because students can view their class ranking, they do their best to one-up their classmates and stay above the rest.

However, this can lead to unavoidable stress. Students feel obligated to maintain a high class ranking by taking classes that they cannot handle, and this causes students to be overwhelmed.

Taking these unmanageable classes can lead to the reduction of free time, which then leads to less extracurricular his or her schedule. Another reason why access to class ranking should be removed is because it can plummet self- esteem levels. Some students try their hardest to maintain decent grades yet still have a low class ranking, and seeing this ranking can really decrease

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motivation in school. Eliminating access to see class rankings would prevent unhealthy competition, needless stress which is why students should not be able to see their class ranking.

- By Rachel Friedman

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Contact sports cause future trauma In contact sports, players are encouraged to push themselves to be aggressive and to hit hard by their coaches and peers.

Athletes frequently receive concussions during the span of time in which they play. A concussion is a clinical syndrome characterized by immediate and transient alteration in brain function, including the alteration of mental status and level of consciousness, resulting from mechanical force or trauma. In other words, it is a blow to the head in which the brain shakes inside the skull. Players who receive concussions in their respective sports face severe short and long-term consequences. Concussions are a grave issue nowadays and they need to be treated more seriously than they currently are.

In the National Football League (NFL), concussions were up in 2015. The league released data from last season revealing a total of 271 concussions diagnosed, the highest in the last four years.

That includes 29 concussions in preseason practices, 52 concussions in preseason games, eight concussions in regular-season practices and 182 concussions in regular-season games. Considering the amount of concussions that are sustained in games, both preseason and regular season, the solution is simple. Shorten the amount of games in general. If the season is shortened, then the amount of hits a player faces is considerably reduced.

More than 5,000 former NFL players settled with the NFL for $1 billion that would allow for payments of up to $5 million each to former players who suffered from neurological disorders during retirement. Of 91 former NFL play-

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ers who donated their brains for research after death, 87 tested positive for CTE, a debilitating condition that can cause depression, aggression and loss of memory and motor skills. This is clearly an issue

Bottom Line: Despite new rules and regulations concussions are still affecting player

was suspended for 20 games after hitdent occurred during the second period of the game between Wideman’s Calgary Flames and the Nashville Predators on Jan. 27, 2016.

Wideman had taken a hit from Nashville’s Miikka Salomaki and appeared to be dazed by the late hit from Salomaki.

While Wideman was en route to the Calgary bench to get medical attention, he

while he went to get off the ice.

Further evaluation of Wideman’s injuries sustained from the hit revealed that Not only are concussions apparent Wideman received a concussion. Widein football, but in hockey too. On Feb. man’s condition caused him to act irra3, 2016, defensemen Dennis Wideman

League has done a decent job when it comes to limiting the amount of concussions during games by enforcing strict penalties against the instigator, but they need to come down harder so they can injuries sustained from the blind side hit will most likely sideline him for the rest of the season.

These actions show the severity of concussions and how they can cause harm not only to themselves but to others as well. Concussions deserve more attention and need to be treated more seriously.

Players with concussions face acute dangers and are subsequent to further neurological damage, which is detrimental to their health.

Letters to the Editor class of the day is really far from the bus Printing prices in school are much higher than the price of ink loop and I have to sprint through loads of people so I don’t miss my bus home. The Printing papers for school is a needed utes for all the students and then just drive resource for all students that in my opinion should be provided for free. Printing off, it has happened to me before where can be done in either The Wave or the I miss my bus and I would have to wait resource room in the cafeteria. Current- an hour or two just so my parent can pick ly printing costs 15 cents per black and me up.

Since the buses leave so early, everywhite page and 30 cents for color. This one acts like it’s every man for him or - herself, resulting in everyone smushing dents printing important things required into the doors and shoving everyone. If for school. Printing should be provided the buses didn’t leave so early maybe kids by the school for no cost at all, because of the fact that it costs the school so little to buy the ink. Even though it is very con- should have a regular schedule and wait venient to be able to print at all at school, the cost of it makes me feel like I’m be- because I’m pretty sure that little change ing hustled out of my money. This year would greatly impact students like me who barely make it onto the bus everymaterials out for friends and myself. I’ve day. I’m positive no harm would be done if the buses were to arrive on time and - wait a little bit longer for all of the stulars worth of toner ink. The school either dents to embark.

-Andrea Lara, sophomore ing or just make it free.

-Sebastian Perilla, sophomore true abilities of students

Buses should wait for students on other side of campus Some people’s parents work and they don’t have the time to wait in the long carpool line to pick up their child, which is other ways to catch a ride either carpooling with a friend, walking home, or the last resort: the school bus. The school buses are convenient, but catching one is a struggle; I take the bus home and my last

out any ideas, or other days you might be on a roll; the point is the FSA -just like all standardized testing- doesn’t truly measure our abilities to the fullest. People don’t have the ability to control when they can be their best at something, so popping out a state writing test out of the blue seems kind of unfair. Even with all the preparation your English teacher may give you, the inevitability of having a bad day is inescapable.

The environment of testing also affects your ability because everyone is mounting some sort of pressure onto you being the best writer you can be. English teachers will sort of prepare but in the end you might forget everything they taught once you start typing. If the FSA was more like essays being written in class rather than being timed and typed, maybe students would score higher than in the uptight testing environments. It would be easier going and students might actually remember what they were taught, because they know they are not in a type of environment where it’s end all be all.

-Lizzie Norman, sophomore

Class time should not be used Every sophomore and freshman explaining technology for EOC’s dreads the time of year when the FSA’s roll around. They’re forced to look at a around the corner, teachers have been preparing their students in any way they to write an absolute masterpiece based can to ensure success. Between EOC off of really dry and boring prompts. The tutoring-sessions offered here at school thing about standardized testing in gener- to the weekend classes held every Satural is, some people have their bad days and their good days, so the day they take the passing rate. Although I agree that this is test doesn’t measure their actual skills, important, I do not think it should be reespecially in writing. Sometimes writer’s quired for teachers to spend a whole class block comes through and you can’t push period on how to maneuver the comput-

ers’ alone. Not only does this take away from valuable class time, but also it is unnecessary with the amount of knowledge students have about technology. The program for the EOC is very easy to work with and comes as common sense to many; click the highlighter icon to highlight, and the calculator icon to make any believe that if any student does not feel comfortable with the software, then The Bay should offer an after-school presentation on how to. This way, teachers do not have a class taken away from them and the lecture would attend, while students puter would be learning a lesson. It is obknow how to use the computer before sitting down for the test in May, so I think an after-school class would be an effective way in making sure they know. All in all, the school should provide classes after school for those taking the EOC so all without taking away a day of class time.

-Rafael Garcia, sophomore Letters to the editor are encouraged as part of The Circuit’s mission as a public forum. Submissions should not exceed 300 words; they should be dropped off in Room 360 or mailed to the school to the attention of adviser Andre Shannon. The of the letter, but letters are subject to editing for length, clarity, punctuation and grammar. Anonymous letters will not be printed and the writer’s identity Any material deemed libelous, obscene, disruptive or unlawful to minors will not be published.

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Media must begin reporting more relevant news occurring globally The only crime Tuvia Yanai Weissman ever committed was taking his wife and infant daughter to the supermarket in Israel.

On Thursday, Feb. 18, the Weissman family’s life changed forever when two 14-year-old Palestinian terrorists walked into their local market to stab Israeli shoppers. As Weissman was a member of Israel’s Defense Force, he naturally tried to stop the terrorist attack. Unfortunately, this resulted in his death.

Terrorism attacks happen all too often in Israel, but that is not the only major problem. Furthermore, somehow the international community is silent in the face of these acts. Although Weissman was an American, this terrorist attack, along with many others, made Israeli headlines but like others often goes unreported in the United States.

The media needs to not overlook events that occur overseas. This is not peated pattern of misinformed citizens not taking action in society. It is up to us, as young people, to take action and help make changes in this corrupted world.

Social media plays a pivotal role in our modern society, but people are using it the wrong way. I am a participant in this, as well. Instead of using social media to spark a change and promote awareness of events such as this one with Weissman, we do the opposite, as we are apart of the “OMG” “LOL” “BRB” generation. According to the Social Habit, 76 percent of Twitter users now post status updates. With statistics like these, it is not impossible for change to occur. Obviously I do not mean change is going to happen overnight, but anything is possible with time.

More than 2.9 billion people – nearly half the world’s population – are under the age of 25. Therefore, incorporating our views on shaping the global development agenda is crucial. It is important to be well informed about worldly issues

and to voice our opinions. It is our duty to introduce ideas that matter the most to us: social media is a great outlet to do so. For some people, promoting gay rights might be important, but for others it could be important to prevent terrorism.

We can and should make a difference by using the media to our advantage, even by respective communities.

However, it is not our responsibility to play detective while reading the news or not. In all reporting, context is key.

Weissman’s murder was not only under reported, but was misrepresented as well. This event did not fully spread to the United States and in many new stories the Palestinians were described as innocent and revolutionary. The best journalists don’t just gather and regurgitate information. They fact-check their information and make certain that all evidence is factually correct and there is no bias.

Ideally, the news is contextual, informative and simultaneously accurate.

Bottom Line: International events should be covered accurately on social media.

Tuvai Yanai Weissman is not the only one who we as young people need to advocate for. He is just an example. It is our job to use outlets such as social media to our advantage to become involved domestically and to not shy away from seem miniscule to tweet #PrayForWeissmans or #Israelilivesmatter, every voice is heard. We also need to be aware that meant to mislead us. The only crime Tuvia Yanai Weissman ever committed was taking his wife and infant daughter to the supermarket in Israel, but we can do more to prevent this repeated problem.

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student’s personal character, qualities Go to school. Work hard. Get good grades. Be competitive. These four things have been my goals since elementary school. The process was relatively easy until my recent epiphany.

No matter how hard I work, study and challenge myself to be competitive in school, there will always be others who just simply do better. This has been a bitter pill to swallow.

I have had this preconceived notion that the only way to succeed in life was by doing well in school, and maintaining this unbearable pace has become the norm. Checking Pinnacle became a daily ritual, since validation of my success has always been measured by the grade that a teacher believed I deserved on an assignment or test. Analyzing my progress “real time,” it turns out, is not how it used to be done when my parents were younger. I’m told that you didn’t know what your progress was until the report card came home at the end of the quarter. How could that be?

Actually going to school and learning without monitoring your grade like an EKG monitoring your heartbeat? But at some point in time, things changed, and with change came an intense pressure to maintain a pace in school that is virtually unattainable.

equates with being “the best,” then what am I doing (and for that matter what is everyone else doing) killing myself to be “the best?”

Albert Einstein said it best when he

Bottom Line: Grade Point Average does not predict your future life and goals.

to realize something amazing: there will never be someone who is just like me.

Everyone in my class will graduate with a GPA, but that’s the only place where we can be compared. My character is only mine. The qualities I possess belong to nobody else but me. There is no way to compare wit or sense of humor with a number on Pinnacle. You can’t track commitment or honor on a scoreboard.

There is no standardized test to measure drive or resilience. These qualities are the ingredients that lead to success in life.

I know that what I feel is not unique. sure. We have this innate drive to push ourselves to our very last limits in order to not only be “the best,” but to prove to everyone – parents, teachers, our peers and colleges – that we are “the best.” The truth of the matter is, there can only be one person in each class that is the valedictorian and, if that title

climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

It is slowly becoming evident to me that believing that I am inadequate because my GPA isn’t as high as some others, has forced me to believe that I am like ity to climb a tree. I realize now that, unlike football or basketball where there can only be one winner at the end of the game based on which team has the highest number on the scoreboard, life presents opportunities for me to be successful regardless of the number on the scoreboard.

In other words, the numerical value of my I recently came across Former President George W. Bush’s commencement speech at Southern Methodist University.

He said: “To those of you who are graduating this afternoon with high honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done.

And as I like to tell the C students: You too, can be president.”

It made me think. As painful as it is to work harder, yet watch others occasion-

Bottom Line: Coaches should not be excused from NCAA sanctions because of their ignorance.

Collegiate athletes and coaches should be held to the same standards The victims of the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s latest bombshell investigation are Damion Lee and Trey Lewis. What did they do? Absolutely nothing except transfer to a school that is punishing their players for a scandal that ended two years before they even stepped foot on the campus. These two graduate transfers came to the University of Louisville for a chance to play in the NCAA tournament during their last year of eligibility, only to have that dream taken away from them by the administration electing to self impose this season’s post season ban.

The NCAA violations committed by Louisville are undoubtedly serious and

the school should be accountable for their actions, but the wrong people are continually punished in countless NCAA investigations. Due to the irresponsible actions of former assistant coach Andre McGee and the ignorance of Hall of Fame coach Rick Pitino, Louisville has decided to reprimand the current players who have no connection to the prostitution scandal that involved the use of escorts for recruiting visits.

Pitino has not been punished by his own administration and the NCAA, Louisville or the Atlantic Coast Conference continues the tradition of powerless players in the NCAA model. The coaches and

administrations are implicated and ignorant of the crimes, yet the players continue to receive the brute of the punishments.

The trend dates back to 2005 with the Reggie Bush scandal at the University of Southern California. The violations handed down by the NCAA included a charge of “a lack of institutional control,” the most major charge outside the infamous death penalty that the NCAA can charge.

This should result in punishments handed down to the program and coaching staff, but head coach Pete Carroll was able to walk away free and join the eventual Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks.

Coaches are supposed to be the leaders of the team and they should be punished with the actions of a scandal that took place under their watch. The most vital person inside a collegiate sports team is the head coach and their ignorance should be admonished by the organizations that govern collegiate sports. ation with the scandals continue to be punished for actions that took place when they were not at the school. The rules that restrict college athletes, time and time

again, have no impact on the collegiate coaches that are supposed to be the leaders. Outside of the sanctions that continually affect the collegiate athletes more than the coaches, the players are also susceptible to harsher transfer sanctions.

Collegiate athletes also have to sit out a year if they are transferring to a new school, while the collegiate coaches are able to work immediately after leaving their team to receive a better job.

The NCAA needs to be consistent in their rules involving their unpaid athletes and handsomely compensated coaches.

Allowing the coaches to avoid most of the harsh penalties, while the players have to sit through the sanctions is an unfair system.

Coaches are designed to be in complete control of the locker room and their program’s behavior. The ignorance of their program’s rule breaking should not be a viable excuse to avoid the NCAA’s sanctions. This system creates a culture of irresponsibility inside collegiate athletics programs and it needs to be mended to give players immunity from infractions they did not commit.

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Celebrity meet-ups act as inspiration

ALMOST FAMOUS: (Counter-clockwise from above) In January 2013, sophomore Rachel Schonberger met Seth Meyers during his tenure on Saturday Night Live (SNL) and other members of the SNL cast. She has met more than 20 celebrities since she was 14. In August 2015, she met Tony award-winning actor Christian Borle from the Broadway show, “Something Rotten!” In December 2015, Schonberger met Bella Thorne from “Alvin and the Chipmunks” while interviewing for The Circuit.

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Mr. Caruso says goodbye to the Bay

WOW! Fifteen and a half years; over half of my career with the Broward County School system has been spent here at “The Bay”.

When I interviewed for this job, I met

a Junior College that offered the best of everything to its students, and he wanted it to have a theme. Well, I signed on, and he had a slab of concrete poured outside

When I interviewed for this job, I met a wacky trailer in the middle of a

Our campus is a microcosm of our changing society, and it is representative of the many faces, cultures, and religious beliefs that cultures, and religious beliefs that make our society unique. thousand students “The Bay” is a small city in itself, and like any city, it has its share of the good, the bad, and everything in between. Being a part of the Cypress Bay community has been as much of a learning experience for me, as it has been for the students. I’ve discovered a lot about

Fast-forward to today. Mr. Neely is in the process, I’ve revisited and revised still wackier than ever and I’m proud many of my opinions and views, and how to call him my best friend, although it I handle the many kinds of situations that come knocking at my door. These are has become the valuable lessons that reality of The Bay, I plan on taking with complete with I would like to thank all me as I move into surfboards and Tiki the students I’ve come the next phase of my

in contact with over all these years who have taught me too many lessons to count, along with the faculty, staff and

don’t plan on being and he continues to a couch potato! I’m strive for the best of looking forward everything for the to many more students and staff. motorcycle trips The thing we are around our great most proud of at The country, ventures Bay is the diversity I’d like to invest of the campus, which is exactly what in with my children, and great grandpa Mr. Neely wanted most. Our campus is adventures with my grandchildren. a microcosm of our changing society, I would like to thank all the students and it is representative of the many faces, I’ve come in contact with over all these

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years who have taught me too many lessons to count, along with the faculty, staff and administration. Collectively, they have made “The Bay” the best school, not only in the county, but also within the State of Florida, as well as one of the top public high schools in the United States. You have all made my job so meaningful, memorable, and enjoyable. Thank You! I believe kids don’t have the time to be kids anymore, so my advice to all our students, whether you are academically, artistically, or athletically inclined is to have as much fun as possible, make as many friends as you can, and make your high school years here something you will think back on that will make you smile and appreciate the things that really matter in life.

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RIDING AWAY FROM THE BAY: Athletic Director Bill Caruso decided to retire after spending 15 and a half years at the Bay. He spent over half of his career at Cypress Bay and will miss the students and faculty. He plans on spending time with his grandchildren and riding his motorcycle more after he retires.

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