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CHROMEBOOK CHANGES

SHS TRAVELS THE GLOBE

BREAKING IN MEMORIAL

SANDPOINT THINGS: FALL

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CULTURE SHOCK

Each individual has a different perception of Sandpoint High’s social culture. | Photos by McCalee Cain, Editor-in-Chief and Saydee Brass, Photo Editor and artwork by Sarah Brown, Web Staff

Do the cliques of SHS create boundaries or foster social growth? McCalee Cain Editor-in-Chief Freshman Aubrey Parton is excited to find her place in the novel social network of SHS. “If people don’t look at me as a sports person, then I don’t have to be, but if people are going to put me in the athlete group, then that’s going to be me, I guess,” Parton said. Other people’s perceptions can indeed prophesize the identity one will assume in high school. However, these impressions can often be inaccurate or negative, further polarizing respective groups. “I feel like EMADs are [perceived as if] we think higher of ourselves than others, but we really don’t,” senior football player Julian Barajas said. “We just do what we want and don’t really care what other people think.” Each group — from EMADs to cross country, from math club to band, and from drama to student council — draws different impressions and judgements from the rest of the student body. “I would say half of the school really enjoys seeing us on stage, but there is that part of the school that thinks we’re over the top or really nerdy,” stage manager Skyra Schendel said of the drama department’s perception. Are these elements of community, separation, inclusion and exclusion detrimental to the social health of growing individuals? Or are they the natural course of teenage relationships, healthy for young

people discovering their niche? Junior soccer player Julian Reichold agrees with the latter. “I think the school [subcultures] are good, no doubt,” Reichold said. “I’m glad everyone has their own clique.” He explained that though the majority of his friends are fellow athletes, he doesn’t feel restricted by any social boundaries from befriending people from other cliques. “I can be friends with pretty much anyone in any group, so I think that’s pretty nice,” Reichold said.

Barajas said that his social circle mainly consists of fellow EMADs, but he’s not against expanding his social boundaries. “[Other people] are usually in their own group already and I’m in my group, but if we cross paths, then we can totally be friends,” Barajas said. “[Cliques] are definitely natural.” Schendel, however, thinks that high school groups can be restricting.

“I definitely feel like [these cliques] are subconsciously limiting. I think it’s something we put on ourselves, not something that society or other people in the group put on us,” she said. Not only do subconscious boundaries polarize groups, but the varying amounts of attention they garner do as well. Oftentimes, athletic groups receive the most hype from the community, leaving smaller subcultures marginalized. “It doesn’t irritate me that sports are such a big deal, it just irritates me that theater isn’t as much of a big deal,” Schendel said. This sport-centric culture is nothing new: Alumnus and sociology teacher Scott Fitchett described his time as a Bulldog as an era of school culture that was defined by athletic success. “Sports a n d

Sandpoint High School were synonymous when I was attending in the early 2000’s,” Fitchett said. “It was a time where the excellence of the school rode on athletic success, and that was pretty much it.” Like the students that it consists of, the social culture of the school is anything but static. It is relative to the students that mold it, and can shift from year to year. Fitchett explained that in his day, the

WHAT’S ON SHSCEDARPOST.COM? FOOTBALL VS. LEWISTON

On Saturday, Sept. 23, varsity football fell to Lewiston 26-33. They will face off against the Lake City Timberwolves on Sept. 29 for the homecoming game.

WELCOME TO SANDPOINT

Meet all of Sandpoint High’s new foreign exchange students and find out what their first impression of Sandpoint has been like.

SOCCER SENIOR NIGHT

On Sept. 18, Girl’s soccer defeated Lakeland 2-0. The game was cut short due to lightning, but not before the girls could honor their seniors.

groups were separated more conversely, but into less siphons than today. “I would say that it was more polar: jocks or nerds,” he said. “Now, I think with the advent of social media and the emphasis on individualism in American culture, I would say it’s tougher to be someone who is recognized by others as belonging to a specific group.” Fitchett described the cliques that distinguish a high school’s social structure to be natural and inevitable. “Our brains are designed to categorize, so [we’re] going to look at people and put them into different groups,” he said. He likened judgement to a file cabinet: everyone naturally files people in separate drawers, but the ultimate responsibility is deciding what to write on the outside of each file. “What we’re in charge of is not to eliminate [judgement] because that’s impossible, but to make sure that the labels we’re putting on groups don’t have detrimental connotations,” Fitchett said. Counselor Matthew Staheli also qualified the merit of cliques, but emphasized the importance of diversity. To him, diveristy is the key to a healthy social ecosystem. “I think subcultures can be very healthy, or very unhealthy. It depends on how other student groups include or exclude people because of group differences,” Staheli said. “Having a diverse population of students is imperative for people to see other perspectives and points of view. I think embracing people’s differences is one of our best ways to expand our view of the world.”

DATES TO REMEMBER

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CONNECTIONS

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NEWS

WHAT IN THE WORLD?

Take an international tour and get caught up on what’s happening in the world Curated by Sofia Kriz, News Editor | Graphics by Cienna Roget, Managing Editor

PUERTO RICO

The devastating Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico on September 20th, causing a mass loss of power and destruction of homes and other structures. Rescuers, as of September 26th, continue to search for survivors and remove people from the dangerous situation.

SAUDI ARABIA

On Tuesday, September 26th, Saudi Arabia made a declaration that, starting June of 2018, women would be permitted the right to drive. Leaders are hopeful that this will benefit the economy as it increases women’s role in the working environment.

BALI

SCOTLAND

A Scottish family found a strange five foot crater outside their home on Tuesday, September 26th, created by a falling block of ice. Specialists believe the block of ice originated from a passing plane.

Over 75,000 people have been evacuated from Bali as anticipation and signs of the eruption of the volcano, Mount Agung, arise. When the volcano last erupted in 1963, over 17,000 people were killed, resulting in the current precautionary measures citizens have been taking.

SMOKE MEMORIAL BREAK

TURF vs. GRASS

Controversies arise between SHS sports programs and city organizations

Dangerous smoke levels affected Sandpoint community Sofia Kriz News Editor The summer of 2017 was met with dangerous levels of smoke in the greater Sandpoint area. This smoke was mainly coming over from forest fires in almost all directions, including fires in British Columbia, Montana, Washington, and Oregon. Since early September, the air quality has ranged from moderate to hazardous, with a clear patch in the second week of September. On Labor Day, Sandpoint Idaho was reported to have the worst air quality in the nation, measured at 418 on the Air Quality Index (AQI). The hazardous air quality has additionally negatively contributed to community, and school sporting events. Several outdoor games for soccer, football, cross country, etc. had been postponed or cancelled due to the smoky condi-

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Everyone has been in awe by the new Barlow Stadium facilites, but it has sparked the community into debate: Should the field be redone with grass or turf? There are multiple factors that have a big impact on the decision. Since it is a city owned facility all users have a say in the matter such as the the non-profit, Festival of Sandpoint and Sandpoint High School. The field is used by Sandpoint’s boys and girls soccer, football and baseball programs. Most athletes who participate in these field sports would agree that turf would be their preference. “I like turf because it requires less management and it doesn’t get muddy when it rains,” junior football player Braden Payne said. For athletes, a turf field would afford better year-round play regardless of

poor weather conditions. “We can use it in the winter, and it’s dryer when it rains,” sophomore soccer player Kiley Webster said. Kris Knowles, Sandpoint High’s athletic director, explained the process of how the decision will be made. “Since it is a city owned facility, they will hold a meeting with all the field users, and they will have a forum,” Knowles said. “The information from the forum will be sent to City Council, and they ultimately make the final decision.” He also expressed that the high school’s perspective is that they would like to see an artificial surface. “This allows for guaranteed playability. We can host district soccer and playoff football games, without worrying about the field being torn up.” As for organizations like the Festival of Sandpoint, they rely on the natural surface as it is perfect to host the event. “As a Festival fan, the natural grass option provides an ideal surface for Festival

“The smoke had a big effect on football... We want to have games because that’s what we worked for.”

VICTOR ZHONG tions. Varsity football player Victor Zhong commented on the effects of the smoke, and the resulting cancellations of football games. “The smoke had a big effect on football, because I had to practice at the fairgrounds which was not as fun because it’s not as big,” Zhong said, “We want to have games because that’s what we worked for.” The community has responded appropriately to the abundance of some in the Sandpoint air. Through the days of hazardous air quality, one might have been able to see community members wearing masks as a method to block the smoke while outdoors. This is similar to the masks worn by residents of countries such as China, due to the dangerously

CHROMEBOOK CHANGES

New Chromebook model expands from senior class to the entire school Ahna Groat Web Staff With the changing in seasons there is another change; the change in the laptops we use for Sandpoint High School. Sandpoint has moved up in the world of technology from the “dinosaurs” to our school laptops either the Chromebooks or Dells.

The school board is planning on eventually getting every student in the school district to get one form of laptops in the next couple of years. They plan to start with the high school getting the Dells in the next year or two, the Chromebooks getting passed down to the middle school, and finally to the elementary schools. After everyone is acquainted with the Dells, there is no further plan to get new-

concerts,” President of the Festival Board of Directors Cari House said. “Natural grass is a more enjoyable surface for concert goers. The surface is much cooler on hot summer nights and the natural grass provides the atmosphere our fans enjoy.” This enjoyable atmosphere would not be in existence without the Festival production crew. Set up for the Festival would become extremely difficult on a turf surface, as the crew has to stake in tents, put in the sound system, and the Festival street vendors may not even be allowed, if any damage will be made to the field. “The Festival is unsure if we would be able to exist on turf,” House said. So, we must ask the question, is turf really the answer to Memorial field? It is beneficial to the athletes of Sandpoint, but it could be detrimental to the Festival. Natural grass could be the win-win situation that will please all users. This question will be answered by City Council in the near future.

er laptops. besides in the far future, once technology has become more advanced and there is a need for new laptops. The fiber optic internet cable that supports the laptops has been improved this year to speed up the process and hopefully prevent the laptops from frequent crashing and to provide students a better, more efficient experience with their school laptops. The fiber has been funded by the new school levy. Students are already formulating their opinions on which ones they prefer. “Dells are better because they are smaller and easier to carry and seem to be more durable,” sophomore Molly Butler said. The laptops have also been helping the teachers just as much as the students with allowing teachers to give assignments and tests online. Secondly, giving teachers an easier way to get the students grades out faster. “They given us great access to a lot of information especially for research. They’ve also given us a great resource for sharing information,” teacher Erica Haynes said. Hopefully, the laptops continue to be an improvement for schools education and helps to move Sandpoint close to the modern world of technology.

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INFLUENTIAL REALITY: MOLDED MINDS

MANAGING EDITOR Cienna Roget

A look at how social media influences who we become places of “wants”: “I want her friends, I want his followers, I want their talent, I want her outfit, I want his idea,” to the extremity that this notion becomes “I want that life.” How can we be content in our own reality when we are pummelled by so many others? We truthfully do not think that this issue is our own fault. We do not think that we consciously choose to trail behind others. Our subconscious mind is the culprit. Take cacti for example. Someone may not have liked cacti prior to social media, yet the influence of recent media trends may lead them to buy a cactus. While it is okay and natural for opinions to change, we think that person’s desire to get a cactus came from an underlying recollection that someone they followed loved them. So is this truly our own, inventive desire to get a cactus? No, not at all. We are not asking you, or anyone else to quit social media. There is still so much that is wonderful about it; what we are asking, is that we consider the fact that who we are is easily influenced by what we see online. Every time you follow someone, or you like something, or you watch a video, or read an article, there is a good chance that who you are will be shaped into something new once again. It is crucial that we understand the impact that we have on others, and the impact they have on us. So, ask yourself: “Is this who I want to be?”

NEWS EDITOR Sofia Kriz OPINION EDITORS Corinne Capodagli Emerson Kanning LIFESTYLES EDITORS Sarah Donnelly Erin Meek SPORTS EDITORS Sam Hendricks Jezza Hutto COPY EDITOR Josh Wells PHOTO EDITOR Saydee Brass ASST. PHOTO EDITOR Freddy Libby SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR Addi House WEB EDITOR Ciena Christensen ASST. WEB EDITOR Ahna Grout MULTIMEDIA EDITOR Sam Diercks ASST. MULTIMEDIA EDITORS Claire Keener Chloe Edwards

POINT & COUNTERPOINT

WEB STAFF Riley Walkington Grace Hicks Bruin Jones Evelyn Webster Mya Darling Sarah Brown Aaron Cole Shelby Dorman Mason White Morgan Wohllaib Gage Sigman Maren Andrick

SHOULD ANIMAL TESTING BE ALLOWED IN COSMETICS?

“Animal testing provides safety to both humans and the stability of the environment.”

Corinne Capodagli Opinion Editor Each day, animals all over are forced to undergo traumatizing and often detrimental experiments that put them in harm’s way and compromise their health and well-being. Amidst cries for this testing to stop, some refuse to head the plain truth: animal testing is not only an unpractical form of testing, but is also unethical. Recent studies have found that animal testing isn’t an accurate gauge for the effectiveness of a product. According to PETA, of the products deemed safe and effective in animal trials, only eight percent of these same products were deemed advantageous and successful in human trials. This data demonstrates that animals aren’t even ideal for testing products made for human consumption. Additionally, animal testing is a large monetary up taking, funded by millions of taxpayer dollars. This raises the question of why we rely on this form of experimentation when there are more cost ef-

ficient and effective alternatives. The New England Anti Vivisection Society, or NEAVS, claims that there are more preferable options. Among them for example, is In Vitro testing which “relies on human cell and tissue cultures.” This form of testing, and others similar to it, prove to be more cost efficient and eliminate the need to experiment on animals entirely. Furthermore, being a test subject is no way for any animal to live. Laboratory animals are often subjected to a life between cages and animal pens. This means that they’re at a loss for any external stimuli. This isn’t healthy for any animal, for whom it’s necessary to engage in activities in the outside environment. If animals, similar to humans, spend large amounts of time inside, it can become damaging and lead to long term health problems. As animal testing continues, we are forced to face our moral obligations. Is it ever right to subject any living creature to a life of experimentation when there are more effective options.

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mals in research. Animal testing is extremely important in the testing of product ingredients on living organisms, not only just humans. Rather than releasing products into public hands based on an assumption of safety, product testing on animals helps scientists foresee the negative effects that products may have on consumers, wildlife and environments in which they are used. People can be quick to overlook the main reasons companies use animals in their research and disregard the benefits of the practice. People often prefer to focus on a case of an animal death rather than an environmental crisis avoided by identifying toxic combinations in a product. The question arises whether its ethical to sacrifice the life of one thing to save the lives of many more. Animal testing provides increased safety to both humans and protects the stability and sanctity of the environment. The benefits are ultimately too significant for the practice to be completely abandoned.

“Animal testing is not only an unpractical form of testing, but is also unethical.”

I look at the gains and losses of using animals in research and see a dilemma that humans have been struggling with for centuries. What it comes down to is the judgement of whether or not the benefits of animals in the scientific process is worth the ethical costs of possibly putting animals in danger. The ethics of risking an animal’s life in the testing of a vaccine is much different from that of an eyeliner, but I trust researchers at an individual basis to be able to make the judgement call on the ethics of what is necessary to public health and what is necessary to turn a profit. I also trust that protections like the Animal Welfare Act, which establishes mandatory inspections and standards, and other state and federal laws adequately discourage abuse. Abuse-free testing is essential in the judgement of whether animal trials are ethical. In which case, we can continue reap the benefits of testing, and continue to learn from the humane use of ani-

The Cedar Post is governed by the same legal rights as the professional press. Under the First Amendment, we reserve the right to free expression and freedom of the press. The student newspaper of Sandpoint High School is an open public forum for the students of Sandpoint High School and the community of Sandpoint, Idaho, with its editorial board making all decisions concerning its contents; it is not subject to prior review by administration, faculty, or community members. Unsigned editorials express the views of the majority of the editorial board. Letters to the editor must be signed, although the staff may withhold the writer’s name upon request. The paper reserves the right to edit letters for grammar and clarity, and all letters are subject to law-governing obscenity, libel, privacy and disruption of the school process, as are all contents for the paper. Opinions in letters are not necessarily those of the staff, nor should an opinion expressed in a public forum be construed as opinion or policy of the administration, unless so attributed.

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ll of us would agree that we need real contact with others. We seek sincere relationships, and we may not be able to find them because of the influence of the media. Why does it matter that this celebrity changed their hair, or that some dog loves his swimming pool? Does investing time in these things make us better people? Do these moments spent on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter help us know who we actually are? No, they cannot. So, how can we find truth if we only know how to live in a facade? A lot of us don’t talk about it or acknowledge it, but we all forget that it’s almost impossible to be viewing post after post, and not be affected. We tend to follow people we admire, and when we are constantly getting “fed” their image every day, even if we are not a fan of who they are or what they do, we are naturally inclined to become more like them. We are dealing with standards we set for ourselves in an attempt to figure out who we are, partnered with that, we have mass media’s standards, or one can even look at it as “the standards set by your 500 followers and the 200 people you follow.” When we look at the images on the internet, we believe that our subconscious mind sets us up for becoming ordinary and unoriginal. How do we become a unique individual, when we all follow the same people? We’ve found that instagram and other forms of social media are

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A R T S & C U LT U R E

TOP 10: 7B STYLE: CHANGING Pumpkin WITH THE WEATHER

Spice Madness

Pumpkin spice foods that take the trend too far

Sarah Donnelly, Lifestyles Editor Claire Keener, Asst. Multimedia Editor

With cold weather approaching, wardrobes change from summer dresses and tank tops to jeans and thick sweaters. Before you shove all of your favorite summer pieces in the back of your closet, check out this edition of 7B Style to find out how to still wear these summer staples and stay warm.

SUNDRESS

CROP TOP

MINI SKIRT

Add a pair of tights, black boots and a cardigan or jacket to add style and warmth to this essential summer piece.

Pair this with high waisted jeans, a jean jacket and your favorite pair of sneakers for a casual but cute look.

Tuck in a long sleeve top to your favorite mini skirt. Add tights and boots to stay warm this fall.

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SKATER SKIRT

FLOWY TANK TOP

Too cold for a t-shirt and leggings? Pair a long sleeve button up with a scarf and boots for a cozy and casual outfit.

Pair a pleated skater skirt with tights and chunky boots. Tuck in a sweater to the front to complete this outfit.

Wear a flowy tank top with skinny jeans and cardigan. Throw on a pair of ankle boots to tie this whole outfit together.

IT MOVIE REVIEW

IT is adapted for the screen from the Stephen King novel (1986), and is directed by Andrés Muschietti. The movie follows seven teenagers that are being terrorized by a horrific, shape-shifting being, who commonly takes the form of a clown named Pennywise. Throughout the film, the young characters unite to overcome the frightening obstacles and defeat Pennywise the clown. Although it gained very good reviews from many critics, the film’s witty, juvenile tone limited the horror aspect, making it almost comical at times. The humor among the characters was creative and funny, but some horror fans may have been unhappy with the less than serious scenes. The overt and excessively fake visual effects caused the movie to be more of

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Released September 2017, Horror movie IT has topped the charts Jezza Hutto, Sports Editor Having topped the charts for #1 movie in the U.S. last week, IT is being talked about a lot since the horror movie made its debut on September 8, 2017.

a comedy than a horror film. The “makeyou-jump” scenes came too often, became predictable and lost their effectiveness by the end of the movie. Some may say the trailer gave the wrong impression and created an unrealistic expectation for the “horror” movie. No one is denying that Pennywise is plenty creepy and gave most viewers the chills, but it was the movie’s excellent cast and clever characters that made IT one of the best Stephen King adaptations. The characters in the film were likable, hilarious and easily relatable, making their triumph at the end a good and long awaited one. As a horror movie, IT may have not been satisfying to viewers, but as a movie about friendship and the coming-of-age, IT was a hit.

ARTIST PROFILE: KELDA RIAL Junior Kelda Rial practices and perfects her passion for creativity in AP art Compiled by Sarah Donnelly, Lifestyles Editor

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What is it about art that you like the most? “I like that it’s kind of an escape from the school day and it’s a nice break to get into your own head and be creative and express yourself.” What is your favorite piece you have ever made and why? “A portrait of a face with a barcode on the cheek because it represented human trafficking and that was a really important subject to me for human rights week.” What is your favorite medium or thing to draw? “I love portraits of people, and I like doing them in acrylic paint.”

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What is your biggest inspiration for art? “Mary Johnson has inspired me a lot, she was a senior two years ago and her art is just really amazing. Also Kelly Price, she’s a local artist who does a bunch of silk paintings and I really like her stuff. “ What is the most important skill you have learned in high school art classes? “How to be patient with yourself and if you mess up it’s okay to try again and that you don’t always have to be the best in the class. If you’re happy with yourself than that’s really all that matters.” How long have you been in art? “My whole life.”

STUDENT LIFE

SHS TRAVELS THE GLOBE Sandpoint students Kohal, Buckhout and England share about their adventures

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Left: Buckhout poses outside his home in Denmark. Top Right: Kohal smiles in front of the Alps. Bottom Right: England stands on a bridge in Amsterdam. | Courtesy photos.

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hile traveling to or living in a foreign country may be a goal for most people, we usually picture it as something that might happen later in our life. For SHS students Aaron Cole and Tanner Kohal, it’s something they chose to do during their junior year of high school. For their foreign exchanges, Cole was able to spend his time in Oldenburg, Germany while Kohal spent his time in Herrljunga, Sweden. Kohal comments that the biggest difference in the culture in Sweden is that strangers are a lot less forward than what he’s used to here at home. “When you’re on the train or a bus,

people would rather stand, than sit directly next to each other,” he said. “It was hard to get used to the fact that making conversation with strangers just isn’t something you do.” However, he also added that once you are introduced to someone in a more familiar environment, everyone was always very kind and open. Kohal appreciated the fact that the great majority of Swedes are extremely informed about general information. Especially environmental problems, “They recycle everything instead of just throwing it away and they use alternative energy sources,” he said. For this school year, Logan Buckhout and Christina McClelland are spending their year abroad through the Rotary Youth Exchange program. For their ju-

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nior year, McClelland is in Taiwan, while Buckhout is in Haderslev, Denmark. Izzy England is another student who is studying abroad this year. However, her year isn’t going to be quite as stationary. She is travelling through the organization, “Class Afloat.” England, along with about 40 other students will spend their year on a 300 foot sail boat on the Atlantic Ocean, stopping in port at 22 different countries. When in port, students and staff will spend three to five days in the cities filing their time with “unique and life-changing activities, including local cultural experiences, visits to important historic sites, voluntary service projects and activities such as hiking, snorkeling and surfing,” the website states. England will take her basic classes along with sail training and

day/night watch shifts. An experience very unique to most exchange years. Nonetheless, no matter where students go or what they’re experiences are like, they’re sure to come back with a whole new mindset and plenty of stories to share. Although foreign exchange programs may not always be in everyone’s interest or budget, travel is an extremely great way to broaden your horizons. With it comes an abundance of education: whether it be cultural or even about yourself or those you travel with. There are plenty of ways you can work your way through the expenses of traveling. If it’s something you’re really interested in, there will always be opportunities if you look hard enough.

BUMPER CARS

Do bumper stickers show your personality?

CHAI THIS: BANANA MUFFINS

With autumn in the air, the need to cozy up by the fire and bake treats sets in. While pumpkin spice is a good flavor, it tends to be overdone in the fall. In this edition of Meek’s Eats, learn how to make this spicy fall treat that will be perfect for cozying up by the fire, and will be sure to satisfy your palate!

Finan Lund Andersen’s car rear window is covered in stickers | Photo Illustration by Erin Meek, Lifestyles Editor

That’s Garrett’s Jetta.” Connolly said. As for Lund-Andersen, his car represents a more outdoor-oriented life, with decals ranging from U.S. Forest Service When walking in the high school to a multitude of ski stickers. parking lot, one may notice a lot of “My favorite bumper sticker is one of bumper stickers, ranging from outdoor a yeti carrying skis and inside of the yeti brands to gun decals. For most people, are mountains with a skier hiking up it having bumper stickers on their car is with the words ‘Be More Stoked!’ at the a salute to their character and enables bottom.” Lund-Andersen said. them to express themselves more creWhile bumper stickers can be a fun atively. outlet that Both allows people seniors to express Finan Lund“If there’s a sticker on my car, themselves, Andersen there can and Garrett I probably care about what it definitely be Connolly are represents.” mistakes with fans of bumthe bumper per stickers sticker placeand think GARRETT CONNOLLY, ment and that they SENIOR choices. add more When charisma to Connolly the car. first bought “For me his car, he had a sticker that said ‘Dirty specifically, I put a lot of thought into Ghetto Kids’ which he eventually ended my stickers, as the looks of my car are up taking off as it did not represent very important. So, if there’s a sticker what his character is. on my car, I probably care about what it Lund-Andersen, on the other hand, represents.” Connolly said has no regrets about his sticker choices Connolly puts so much thought into so far. his stickers that he actually created Whether you want to represent your his own. He made a sticker that says, political view or advertise for busi“Chrome G” in the font of the manufacnesses, there are multitudes of areas tures of his car. that will be sure to fit your personality “This [sticker] shows all of the work and lifestyle. I’ve done on my car, it’s not just a Jetta. Erin Meek, Lifestyles Editor

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1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon allspice 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas, from 2-3 bananas 1/2 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla

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1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease cupcake pan 2. Mix together flour, baking soda, cardamon, cinnamon, ginger, allspice and salt, set aside. 3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together, until light and fluffy texture. Slowly add eggs, and continue stirring until fully combined. 4. Add flour mixture to the sugar mixture, mix until smooth. 5. Add in bananas and vanilla until fully combined. 6. Place two spoonfuls of batter into cupcake tray. 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes. 8. You’re done, enjoy!

SPORTS

CP HOT TAKE: Trump’s reaction to NFL players’ national anthem protests

Sam Diercks Multimedia Editor “I thought Trump couldn’t be any more idiotic and ridiculous than he already was, and that was before the comments he made about athletes. These players have every right to refuse visits to the White House or demonstrate their first amendment rights by taking a knee or staying in the locker room during the playing of the national anthem. Trump needs to develop a sense of empathy and respect the peaceful protests without being so close-minded.”

BREAKING IN MEMORIAL FIELD

New grandstands open to rave reviews from players and fans Above: Fans watch on in the new Barlow Stadium at Memorial Field during a girls soccer game | Photo by Saydee Brass, Photo Editor

Sam Hendricks Sports Editor

Shelby Dorman Web Staff “Especially since football is such a personality-driven area in the entertainment industry, it is undoubtedly a player’s right to express their beliefs. However boycotting the national anthem and pledge has always struck me as an odd outlet to do so, because it only shows dissatisfaction with the nation, whatever that means. Such protests are rarely known for whatever incident actually caused them and are hardly ever associated with a proposed solution.”

s the new school year came, so did the new Barlow Stadium at Memorial Field for Sandpoint High School’s sports teams. The old stadium is a wealth of SHS memories: From the football team clinching a place in the state title game to the days of NFL legend and Pro Football Hall of Fame nominee Jerry Kramer, the “It’s new stadium certainly had a lot to live up to. According to Thomas Aleto, a junior who plays on the varsity football team, it has proved to be just as good as promised, especially for the fans. “It seats a lot more people, and it really gives everybody a great vantage point whereas in the other stadium, there were parts where you couldn’t see a lot and there wasn’t a great view of the

field,” Aleto said. Though the much larger size of the stadium is very beneficial to the fans, it also gives the teams out on the field and extra feeling of support since all fans can sit in one grandstand. “It’s really great to see the whole town in front of us instead of seeing part of the town and then other people are standing on the side and they’re over here and over there,” Aleto said.

really great to see the whole in front of us,”

coaches about stuff and great storage space,” Aleto said. Overall, the new stadium has left Aleto and many others without complaints. “I think they hit all the right pieces”, Aleto said. While it is in the infancy of its use, there is no doubting that the new Barlow Stadium is an improvement over the old structure. Its increased size, improved locker rooms and better safety are sure to town keep fans and players alike pleased. Sandpoint High School sports will have a premier venue for fans to better see the game and loudly cheer for the home team. Though it may be lacking any historical value now, it is sure that Sandpoint High School memories will continue to be made on the field on the banks of the Pend Oreille River for many years to

THOMAS ALETO, JUNIOR While the outside of the stadium is undoubtedly impressive, the locker rooms are what really stand out, according to Aleto. “The locker rooms are spectacular. They give us a fantastic area to change and to do pregame and talk to our

MEMORIAL FAST FACTS McCalee Cain Editor-in-Chief “I find Trump’s reaction to NFL national anthem protests to be entirely inappropriate and counterproductive. I think that it is the right of these professional athletes to utilize their platform to stand up for social justice, but the President’s reaction is simply to agitate the situation. Taking a knee in protest at a football game seems more respectful than many other protests, and I hope people don’t forget the meaning behind the protest in Trump’s flurry.”

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Seating capacity of the new grandstands, roughly triple the amount of the old grandstands.

Height of the pillars that will greet visitors at the grand entrance of the new stadium.

Poles in front of the grandstands, half as many as before for a better view.

Sam Hendricks Sports Editor “There are certain ways to protest the anthem that are appropriate, such as players locking arms as a display of unity or kneeling or raising a fist, but other methods seem too disrespectful. When the Pittsburgh Steelers elected to stay in their locker room and let one of their players, an Army veteran, stand outside alone, that was very disrespectful to that player, who had risked his life for his country. While all of these teams have rights to protest, they should use them in a constructive manner.”

Riley Walkington Web Staff “When it comes to the NFL kneeling controversy, I believe that these professional athletes have the right to exercise their opinions on such a large stage. In fact, they can use their power as prestigious athletes to peacefully demonstrate what they believe. This is more about making the oppression between races known than disrespecting our flag. It says in our First Amendment that anyone has the right to express their freedom of speech; therefore, they should be allowed to do so. “

Juniors Olivia Tucker and Nikai Nix complete their workout circuit at CrossFit. | Photos by McCalee Cain, Editor-in-Chief.

CROSSFIT CRAZE

Trendy workout program popular amongst SHS students, staff McCalee Cain Editor-in-Chief

ver the echoes of metal bars being dropped on the floor, upbeat hip hop music blaring over the speakers and the drone of happy chatter, the weekly teenager session at Sandpoint CrossFit commenced. Spanning in age from 11 to 17, the group included junior bulldog athlete and dedicated CrossFit fan Olivia Tucker. “If you want to get in good shape, [CrossFit] is definitely something you should try just because,” Tucker said. “People have no idea how hard it actually is!” Tucker’s participation in the workout program reflects its nationwide rise in popularity spreading into the Sandpoint community. Known as “boxes” in the CrossFit community, its 13,000 affiliated gyms outnumber all of the Starbucks in the United States (according to CNBC). CrossFit’s rise in popularity has been accredited to the outstanding results it offers as well as the team building aspects unique to its training style. The program incorporates elements

of high intensity interval training (HIIT) and functional weight lifting. Workouts emphasize variation and direct translation into everyday life. Tucker turned to CrossFit during the summer per the recommendation of a neighbor and was immediately hooked. “I like being able to push myself and do things that I didn’t think I could,” she said. “It’s very fun to work hard at things that pay off in the end.” As a student athlete, Tucker attends the gym not only to gain strength, but for specialized training during the offseason. Trainer Dan Chamberlain explained that SHS athletes from all programs including—but not limited to—football, swim, and basketball attend the gym. “Adaptation towards getting better at your specific sport is going to be a lot higher from this type of training than you would get from the old, routine heavyweight lifting because we don’t just do weight training, we do weight training with functional movements,” Chamberlain said. “Every movement we have in here [can pertain] to your sport, so anyone who does CrossFit will be the

best on the team.” The CrossFit trend hasn’t only swept SHS students, however. Some teachers have acquired a taste for the high-intensity fitness regime as well. Teacher Barbara Leedle is a dedicated CrossFit fan of three years. “I went to CrossFit dreading it, but I ended up liking it,” she said. During the summer, Leedle works out at the box up to six days a week. “You can really measure your improvement and feel like you’re gaining strength, coordination and agility,” she said. “When I first started, I couldn’t do half the movements like pull ups or box jumps, but now I can.” The program isn’t for the faint of heart. “I think my face was purple for like an hour afterwards a certain workout,” Leedle said. Whatever CrossFit’s secret is, it yields consistent praise from its constituents. “I’m probably the strongest, most in shape, and healthiest as I’ve ever been in my life,” Leedle said. “I just feel more conscious of my physical being because of going there.”

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Get used to these faces, you’ll be seeing a lot more of them this fall

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How long have you participated in football? Since 7th grade. What is an important skill or value you have learned from football? To be a good sport. What qualities do you look for in your teammates? Being able to catch the ball.

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Garrett Chandler translates the skills he acquired in soccer to football. | Photo by Saydee Brass, Photo Editor

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Sophomore Garrett Chandler switches from varsity soccer to varsity football

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How long have you participated in dance? I’ve been in dance since I was in 5th grade. What is an important skill or value you have learned from dance? I’ve learned the importance of practice makes perfect. What qualities do you look for in your teammates? I look for people who are respectful and able to work hard.

How long have you participated in cross country? I’ve participated in Cross Country for the past two years. What is your favorite thing about cross country? My favorite part about Cross is that it’s more than a team, it’s a family. What’s an important skill or value you have learned from cross country? I feel that the most important skill I’ve learned is the ability to trust those around me.

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varsity football coach George Yarno said. “It’s a hard thing to do, so having a kid that played soccer, and that’s used to kicking helps a lot.”

coaches. “The teams are very different… the football team is much more aggressive and rowdy, while the soccer team After five years of mastering his socwas more chill cer skills, sophobut less tightmore Garrett Chanknit,” Chandler dler decided to take said. “Football up football instead. has been like a As most people “Football has been like a brotherhood, while brotherhood, know, football emsoccer was like a group of good friends.” while soccer was bodies many diflike a group of ferent aspects than good friends.” soccer, so the tranFor the most sition was surprispart, people ing to many. have reacted Chandler was a well to Chanskilled goalkeeper As he was making the tough deci- dler’s choice to join football. for bulldog soccer, and was forecasted He still keeps in touch with coaches to be a vital player on the varsity team sion, Chandler was influenced by many this year. However, Chandler was eager people. Some encouraged him to con- and many friends from the soccer comto change things up and try something tinue with soccer, while others encour- munity. Aside from the fact that they miss Chandler’s contribution on the new, which was the main reason he aged him to try football. “I think the people who influenced soccer field, people have been supportmade the decision to quit soccer and my decision the most were Jaxon Pet- ive and understanding of the choice. begin playing football. “I feel like I’ve been extremely lucky His athleticism and speed made the tit and his family,” Chandler said. “They transition natural and easy, earning gave me a lot of support and under- to have a group of people surrounding him a starting spot on varsity his first standing of what would be best for me.” me that completely respect and supAlthough the transition was rela- port the decision,” Chandler said. year out. Thanks to his years of experiChandler plans to continue playing ence kicking a soccer ball, Chandler is tively smooth, Chandler did have some the starting kicker and punter for the adapting to do when it came to the football throughout high school and is looking forward to continuing to learn varsity team, occasionally playing other coaching and team dynamic. He is enjoying meeting new people and build new connections with people positions as well. “Every team has to have a kicker,” and getting to know the players and throughout the program. Jezza Hutto Sports Editor

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How long have you participated in volleyball? I have played volleyball since 2nd grade. What is an important skill or value you have learned from volleyball? A value I have learned from volleyball is how to respond to stress in a healthy manner. What qualities do you look for in your teammates? I look for a determination, confidence, and attitude that you can win every match in my teammates. Bailey Faber helps a football player stretch during a game. | Photo by McCalee Cain, Editor-in-Chief tently been caring for those partaking in fall sports. The most common injury she has seen thus far has been a sprained ankle. Athlete Robbie Johnson, who has suffered a high ankle sprain and shoulder injury this season during football, described Faber as “knowledgeable and patient,” preventing him from reinjuring him. She even

takes the time to do a two-hour therapy session on Saturday mornings with the football team. “I love seeing an injured athlete return to play,” said Faber. Look for Faber at the high school with her puppy Charlie, in the weight room, and at various sporting events this year.

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High School athletes account for more than 2 million injuries each year. With the help of new certified athletic trainer Bailey Faber, Sandpoint High School will be able to prevent and attend to those injured participating in sports. After discovering Sandpoint High School on an occupation list online, Faber packed up all her things and moved to northern Idaho, to begin her first official job as a trainer. “My favorite part about Sandpoint is the mountains,” Faber said. Faber attended her first year at University of Colorado before transferring to Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. During her first year at ISU, she interviewed multiple times attempting to get into the athletic training program at the school. For the following three years, she did undergraduate work as well as worked with the football team, men’s and women’s basketball, and gymnastics. “I wanted to be an athletic trainer because I had a great mentor in high school, and I followed in her footsteps,” Faber said. Already this year, Faber has consis-

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How long have you participated in swim? I’ve been competing since I was five but I started swim lessons when I was three. What is an important skill or value you have learned from swim? That it’s okay to fail because you learn a lot from failing. What qualities do you look for in your teammates? I like being okay not always exceeding, not always getting what they want.

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JUst Sandpoint Things: Fall Edition

Find your ideal autumn activity in Cedar Postâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guide to fall in Sandpoint. By Cienna Roget, Managing Editor

do you want to stay inside or go outside?

stay indoors

go outdoors

do you want to leave your house?

do you like to be scared?

pumpkin picking

apple picking

leaves

haunted house

apple

pumpkin spice

movie marathon

Hungry For Healthy?

703 W Lake Street at Boyer 208-265-8135

yes

baking

candle shopping

favorite fall scent?

are you hungry? yes

yes

thrifting

yes need new clothes?

hiking