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Cougar Courtyard gives Countryside a new look alessandraYOUNG

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At the beginning of last year the Parent Teacher Student Association, the art club, and two Boy Scouts were brainstorming on the Cougar Courtyard project. Patti Humberstone, the PTSA president, had the idea to beautify the area of the ﬂag pole. The person in charge of the project and contacting the Boy Scouts was Sarah Butz The Cougar Courtyard project began at the beginning of last year and it wasn’t a fast project to accomplish. First it was up to the art teacher, Jay Titus, and the art club. Because they only met once a month, Mr. Titus’ ceramics I and II class jumped in to the project. They started by cutting and molding 128 tiles. Then they carved a school related design, such as books on them. “After a while the students got bored of just carving books or school related design and decided to make all sorts of designs,” said Jay Titus. “People should stop and look more closely at them, and they would be surprised on what they can see,” said Titus. After the tiles were carved and painted they had to go in the kiln for an entire day at 200 degrees. Another coat of under glazing was applied, then it was put in the kiln again and a coat of glaze was added. It took 3 days to a week to have all the tiles ready. Two Boy Scouts were in charge of putting the mural together and used this as their Eagle Scout project; Junior Kevin O’Leary and sophomore Brandon Scholet. The PTSA told the boys what area they wanted them to work on and then it was all up to them. The Eagle award is about leadership and creativity, clearly this was the project they needed. The funds came from everywhere, the PTSA donated around $500 to each scout, but that was not enough, so Kevin and Brandon had to do fundraisers. Brandon went to supermarkets Publix and Wal-Mart; he

managed to raise $2,000. While some people might have been at the beach or in a room with air conditioning these two boys were working outside in Florida hot weather for two days, twelve hours each day with the help of 15 people on day one, and 17 on day two. Kevin built the frame and then glued the tiles. He spent two days gluing and after three to four days came back and planted the plants which were donated and applied the mulch, which he bought. The boy’s troop leader told the boys that they didn’t meet the requirements for the Eagle Scout positions, and needed to add benches to the courtyard, which they did. The Cougar Courtyard not only has the 128 tiles, two benches, plants, mulch, and ﬂag pole, it also has 144 bricks. These bricks were sold for $50 by the PTSA; this included three lines each up to fourteen characters and a logo. “You could write anything you wanted on those bricks,” said Sarah Butz. The

PTSA goal was to beautify the school main entrance, and leave a great memory for people to look back on. Mr. Titus didn’t work with the boys but he said that they sure worked really hard. He added, “When I leave for the summer, I don’t come back, but I was so curious to see how the Cougar Courtyard looked that I had to come back!”

Photo courtesy of Rick Amstulz

The dedication ceremony of the Cougar Courtyard occured August 24th, 2006. The courtyard features bricks purchased by students and alumni to make a permanent mark of their existence at CHS.

Pinellas County School Board seats up for grabs after accumulating several detentions. During this four and that in the very near future changes will be made to a half hour period, a student sits in the cafeteria with fellow eliminate FCAT.” staff writer repeat offenders, where they have the option of working Kaplan also faces serious criticism under Scofields Every two years, an alternating half of the seven members on homework or staring at the wall. There is no talking, sharp eyes. “Kaplan is a huge waste of our money. It doesn’t help the students. of the school board hit the re-election period. This year sleeping, or text “ think it’s important (teamwork) because we’re going through a It doesn’t help the at-large Districts 2 and 3 and single-member Districts 6 messaging. Silence lot of changes right now in Pinellas County.” teachers. It’s useless and 7 are all up for election. With elections around the is mandatory. “It’s miserable for the -Mary Russell, School Board Candidate to parents.” corner and sixteen candidates all vying for the same four kids,” O’Flannery Scofield urges positions, this year’s race will prove to be interesting. At large District 3 is the only district without a current said. “Discipline in North East High went from 400 the school board to “start working in advance for the end of the Choice Plan.” The court order expires in 2007 board member. Out of the five candidates, each has reasons suspensions a year ... to under twenty.” As the Choice program ends in 2007, ideas of what to and Scofield would like to see the board “working ahead why they are most fit for the job. Three are citing their experience in the school system, while the other two are replace it with are arising from many of the candidates. instead of waiting till the last minute to implement the pronouncing the need for diversity on the board and claim O’Flannery favors a cluster-schooling plan where students new system.” She has a plan to solve the transportation and alternative their business background will provide exactly that. All could choose between two to three schools within a tenmile radius of their home. to Choice issues. Scofield created the Community have new and inventive ideas that they hope will win voters “ f I was on the school board during the recent If for some reason they find Cluster plan that would work in collaboration with her their surrounding schools Revolutionary Transportation Plan. Students would and put them ahead of the budget crisis I would have cut Kaplan.” unsatisfactory, they may choose register to attend a school within their communities that game. -Sean O’Flannery,School Board Candidate a school farther away, to which would become their home school. Each school within the Sean O’Flannery, 38, is a they would then provide their Cluster would house particular programs in which they former student of Countryside own transportation. would specialize in order to attract students. Students may where he helped bring home the first swim team state Anne Scofield, 51, works in the professional attend one school all day, or they may attend one school in championship in 1985. He has taught for the past ten years at various schools including Countryside High, North development department in Pinellas which works to train the morning and transfer to another in the afternoon for East High, BayPoint Middle, and currently he teaches and Pinellas teachers and staff. Scofield has strong opinions one of the magnet programs using the RTP. The Revolutionary Transportation Plan builds upon the coaches volleyball at Lakewood High. He believes that about the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test and teachers do not receive the level of respect they deserve Kaplan. Speaking of FCAT, Scofield said, “I think FCAT idea of using neighborhood schools for bus stops. “I think our way of thinking how and would like to confront that issue. Concerning Kaplan, is a corrupt test from the we transport students is O’Flannery said, “If I was on the school board during the beginning to the end. The “ think FCAT is a corrupt test from the beginning entire system is corrupt. outdated,” Scofield said. recent budget crisis I would have cut Kaplan.” to the end.” She believes the RTP O’Flannery draws his beliefs on discipline from North It’s a way for legislatures -Anne Scofield, School Board Candidate would provide safe spots East High School where he witnessed changes brought in Tallahassee to move for the students to wait on by the Alternate Bell Schedule. ABS is a program that money around. It’s unfair for their bus. School runs Monday through Friday; 2:00 to 6:30 p.m. ABS is to the students. It’s an alterative to suspension caused by tardiness or behavior putting too much burden on the teachers and detracting buses would pick up same level students, and take them problems in the classroom. A student receives ABS only time from allowing them to teach. And I certainly hope Please see SCHOOL BOARD page 3 missyWILLOUGHBY

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Garnet and gold body paint is flying off the shelves, war like calls fill the air, and the school parking lot is full at 7 p.m. on a Friday. The “Goon Squad” is once again gearing up, and hopeful for another excellent year of Cougar Football. However, they are not the only ones. The football team, mainly its seniors have been waiting for this for a while now. Every year brings bitter sweet moments for the seniors on the team, since it is their last year to play some Cougar football. L.D. Crow, Matt Mooney, and Andrew Murray agreed to a sit down and give insight into this year’s hopes and strategies, along with their own personal aspirations and plans for the up and coming games along with plans for after high school. Paw Print: What is your outlook for this year? Crow: Our goal is to go 10 – 0 and to make districts. I’m very optimistic and enthusiastic about this year. Mooney: It’s my senior year and for three years now we have made districts, so I hope we make it for four straight years. Murray: I hope it’s a good season. If we work hard, the wins will follow. Paw Print: What do you think is your toughest game

this year and who’s your biggest rivalry? Crow: Deﬁnitely Dunedin is our biggest rivalry, and it’s also our last home game so that adds to it, it being my last home game as a senior. Mooney: Our ﬁrst game is going to be our toughest. Murray: Our rival is both Dunedin and East Lake. Our toughest is going to be Dunedin. Many people look forward to that game. Paw Print: What is the main skill the team is working on for this season? Crow: This year we are a lot faster. Besides that, we’ve got two good running backs and returning we’ve got good receivers. Mooney: We’re not as big this year, so I think our speed will be critical. We can really use that to our advantage. We plan to try to throw the ball more this year. Murray: Mostly we need to work on our run defense and we need to practice working as a team. Paw Print: Do you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions? Crow: I always have to wear my wristbands. Mooney: I always take my time and listen to music usually classic rock or rap. I always wear the same undershirt. Murray: I listen to music and I’m always in the same line

when we stretch. Paw Print: Do you plan to play in college? If so, which college would you want to play? Crow: I am going to Stanford, it would have been nice to be closer to home. But based on what’s best for me for my education and everything else it would have to be Stanford. Mooney: Yes, I would like to. I’m just excited to see how my senior year goes and to see which colleges are interested. Murray: If the opportunity comes, yes. I would be shooting my hopes high if I’d say I wanted to play for Florida State.

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Italy crowned King of Soccer World nickSCHLERETH sports editor

Thrills and spills is one way to describe the 2006 Federation Internationale de Football Association World Cup. The 2006 World Cup was full of countless letdowns and exciting cliﬀhangers for all participating countries. The FIFA World Cup is held every four years at select countries around the world. IFA is the governing body of International Soccer. Nations who wish to participate in the World Cup must qualify through a series of matches which are played a year in advance. Only 32 teams actually make the tournament. Once the 32 teams have been ﬁnalized, they are then placed into pools of four teams where they play each other. A win equals three points, a draw or tie is equivalent to one point, and a loss earns no points. After the teams have played each team in the pool, the two teams with the most points move on to the next round comprised of sixteen teams. Germany hosted the 2006 World Cup. The German squad was a favorite to win the tournament along with past

winner Brazil and the number two ranked team in the world, Czech Republic. The United States squad ranked fifth in the world and was favored to place in the tournament. The US team’s leadership consisted of World Cup veterans, captain and midfielder Claudio Reyan, forward Landon Donovan, midfielder DaMarcus Beasley, forward Brian McBride, defender Eddie Pope, and goalie Kasey Keller. Though many held the team to high standards and expectations, they failed to make it out of pool play. They were defeated by the Czech Republic and Ghana, and tied with Italy, not giving them enough points to qualify for the round of sixteen. One of the biggest shocks of the Cup came when Brazil, defending champions of the 2002 World Cup, did not get a shot to defend their title after being defeated by France in the quarterfinals. The final match was between Italy and France. France’s captain was ejected after receiving a red card for the flagrant foul of head-butting an Italian player in the chest. Italy would go on to play the rest of the match with a one man

advantage and ended the match in regulation with a tie of 1-1. The game came down to penalty kicks where Italy won 5-3.

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fter defeating France 5-3 in the 2006 World Cup Final, Italian citizens celebrate the win outside Circus Maximus in Rome.

Continued from SCHOOL BOARD... stops at each school within an elementary, middle, or high school cluster. Same level students from different schools would ride together beginning and ending at their closest school while attending a school of their choice within the Cluster. Scofield believes this plan will better protect students awaiting their bus, ease Pinellas County traffic by eliminating the regular stop and go bus routes, and save time. This plan would direct all grade levels to attend school between 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. High school students with jobs would arrange their schedule to include all electives at the end of the day which they could “opt out” . Opting out would require a work permit and parental permission and would allow the student to leave campus early. At large District 2 has only three candidates: Nancy Bostock, Mary Russell, and Chris Hardman. Bostock and Russell are sitting board members, while Hardman is a newcomer to politics. Bostock, 37, has served on the Pinellas County School Board since 1998 and was elected chairperson in 2004-2005. Mary Russell, 35, has served only one term on the board but has been working for Pinellas as a teacher since 1998. Hardman, 53, has been teaching for going-on five years. He started teaching math at Dunedin High and in 2004 moved to Countryside. Russell named teamwork as her most important campaign issue. “I think it’s important because we’re going through a lot of changes right now in Pinellas County. We’ve got a new Superintendent and new choice system. We have a lot of new administrators at the school level and the district level, so there’s not a lot of continuity in the district right now, and there’s not a cohesive group of people who are working toward a common goal. We’re still trying to straighten out what our goals are and we’re trying to put an effective leadership team together. So teamwork would be the most important part.”

Russell thinks standardized tests are overrated and that the school board “relies too heavily” upon them. A remedy for this would be less formal testing more often and listening to the teachers assessments. She is also an advocate of the “sixty-ﬁve percent plan” which guarantees that sixty-ﬁve percent of funds would go towards teacher salaries, classroom supplies, and items that go directly in contact with the students. When it comes to

Choice Plan and busing, Russell recalls how the judge who granted the unitary status order warned the current school board of the expensive endeavor they were about to embark on. “The community needs to decide for itself whether or not integrated schools are a goal that they want to maintain. Unfortunately, the talk about the expensive busing and transportation has overridden the more important factor which is integrated schools.”

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tudents from left to right, Juniors Anna Hays, Calvary Christian student Jesse Sherman, Lesleyanne Drake, and Senior Nicole Scholet tour one of the famous Shinto Shrines in Japan despite the balmy weather.

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Juniors Lesleyanne Drake and Anna Hays were fully geared up to receive a very unique opportunity to visit Japan: “We didn’t know what to expect first, but whatever they had in store for us, I was fully prepared,” said Hays. When Hays, Drake, and the other foreign exchange students reached Tokyo, Japan on June 27th, they were overcome with a flood of joy and excitement. They explored different Buddhist temples, museums and Shinto shrines. The group also trekked across a few of the most distinguishing features of Japan: Ansen (hot springs) and Karaoke Place. “Karaoke Place was awesome. It was two hours of pure fun!” said Hays. Each karaoke room is as big as a walk-in closet (4ft by 6ft) and it includes couches, TV, and a table. “Yeah, it’s a little tight in there, especially with nine people dancing, but it was extremely fun,” said Hays. Out of all the songs Hays and her host family could choose to sing, “Born to be Wild” (written by the notorious rock-and-roll star, Steppenwolf ) was the shining light of the whole trip. Mr. Taki Ike, who served as the most welcoming tour guide, sang for this karaoke song while the rest of the group cheered, danced, and were absorbed in this comical interlude. “Everyone was jumping on chairs and dancing, it was astonishing,” said Hays. As the lyrics of the song “Born to Be Wild” go: “Looking for adventure, in whatever comes my way” , described the exact situation Hays and the other foreign exchange students faced in Japan. Not only did they enjoy the sightseeing but they also visited Nagano high schools. However, this foreign exchange program would not have taken place if it wasn’t for Nagano’s will to stretch their hands to become sister cities with Clearwater, Florida. The history goes back to the 1950’s when the mayor of Nagano visited and decided to pay his gratitude to Clearwater by offering to become sister cities. Clearwater accepted and sent delegates halfway across the world to learn about the Japanese culture. The sister cities decided to send middle and high school students, as well as teachers, to experience each other’s culture. When asked what piece of advice Hays and Drake offered to the future participants of this program, each gave the same advice. “Do your best to experience culture and don’t be afraid to try new things because this is the only chance you might get.”

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staff writer Astounding beaches, roaring nightlife , and adventure are all reasons why vaca tioning families, couples, and friends flock to Brazil. However, shee r vacation wasn’t motivation enough for the Heritage United Methodist Church Lighthouse youth group. Stud ents ages 15-21, accompanied by a Braz ilian dentist, a World Servant Representative, and two adults from Texa s, traveled to Ariri, Brazil with the inten t to learn about the Brazilian culture, serve the people, and to spread their indi vidual stories of how and when they acce pted Jesus Christ into their lives. “I wanted to go to Brazil because I want to be a servant of the Lord,” said senior Madeline Fitzpatrick. The students flew to Houston, Texas and then to Sao Paulo, took a bus ride to the coastal city of Cananeia and then boarded a boat in order to arrive at their final destination, Ariri Brazil, a village of about 100 people. The group had to stay in separate housing facilities. The 14 boys stayed in Pastor Jerome’s house and the girls in a small hotel. Upon arrival, the young ambassadors play ed games with the children of the com munity, such as soccer and jump rope. The group’s fundamental tasks inclu ded teaching a vacation bible school for children ages four to ten, building the foundational structure for a new chur ch building, and delivering supplies such as toiletries and toys, rarities for the village. Ever y day, the Heritage Lighthouse taught Bible School. Activities included sharing stories commonly told to children in churches and time for arts and crafts relating to the lesson the children learned. “I liked the Vacation Bible School because it was really eye opening that these kids who don’t have that much are so passionate about learning about the Bible and who just genuinely want you to be ther e,” said sophomore Anne Harrington. Though their mission was to serve, these young teachers were also in Braz il to learn about a new culture and way of life and to bett er a society’s biblical growth. Bein g responsible for implementing and building the primary structure for a church building was just one way they physically gave and left an everlasting impact on many. Cha llenges are inevitable, however, but these students overcame them. “The hardest part of the trip was prob ably the language barrier. It was reall y bad the first two days, but it got better throughout the week , and having a translator was a big help,” said senior Brian Detwiler. As “all good things must come to an end, ” so did this trip. The Heritage Methodi st Church youth group returned with fond memories, new friendships, and a sense of fulfillment. “Going to Brazil was life changing. I felt a sense of accomplishment in just meeting new people and learning as much as I did. The trip was better than I ever expected and I definitely want to go back,” said sophomore Shelby Hanna.

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6 Staﬀ Editorial Composed by Paw Print Staﬀ

Hundreds of movies come out each year; some become instant blockbusters while others flop. Directors spend millions of dollars to see that their inspirations come to life on the big screen. However, where can the line be drawn between good cinema and the exploitation of thousands? Since 8:46 a.m. on the morning of September 11th, 2001, when the first plane hit the Twin Towers, there have been many controversial opinions rising from the wreckage. Historical events, such as Pearl Harbor and the Titanic, where thousands of lives were lost, also had movies come out, but with a larger time gap between the movie and the event. Some would like to believe that we waited out of mourning or respect; however, that is not the only reason why. To tell the truth, we didn’t have enough technology and resources to depict those events as well as we could have. With the technology advancing every day, more and more people crave instant satisfaction and a quick fix. Modern special effects allow more accurate portrayal than ever before, and with the ability to produce such excellent cinematography, it is almost surprising that a movie like World Trade Center didn’t come out sooner.

Volume 28 OPINION Patriotic Movies Speak Your Mind What do you think about the or Not? However, some people feel that the movie is more of a capitalist venture than a memorial to the lives lost. They are outraged by the revenue that the ﬁlm is earning, claiming that all the directors are doing is marketing a tragedy. While some people don’t seem to care about the politics of the ﬁlm, there is a thriving faction that views the movie as sacrilege and a disgrace. Contrary to the furious sentiments of others, some people view World Trade Center and others like it as unifying productions, bringing together the citizens of America and causing patriotism to burn in their hearts. Everyone saw the news footage on the Twin Towers, but the movies bring the incidents home with heart-wrenching expressions and tear-jerking lines. Suddenly September 11 seems closer to home and much more understandable when translated into script and scenes. The victims have faces and voices, and the audience is taken inside and behind-the-scenes of what happened on that tragic day. Why shouldn’t movies like this be made, if they bring together the nation? However, no matter the opinion, it is grudgingly acknowledged that such movies are certainly worth seeing. Whether they are made to make a quick buck or to immortalize a day that the world will always remember, they bring black and white facts to life. And that, regardless of the controversy of the plot, is the essential purpose of all movies.

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“I’m feeling kind of ambivalent on that topic, since we’re in such a free society albeit capitalistic, which promotes free speech and thoughts. I believe that it’s okay from that perspective, but publicizing such a heinous act gloriﬁes those types of occurrences in a way that promotes their perpetuation.”

Lewis Curtwright, AP “Two sides to it. I’m okay with it if their families want to be noticed. But they should’ve waited, like Titanic came out years and years later. It’s too early, people are too shaken up, so maybe they wanted to hit that spot.” Tasha Cortes, Senior

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Backstage Pass:

Anberlin

Interview: Molly Hays, Editor-In-Chief- Photo courtesy of Starpulse.com When Anberlin’s tour bus rolled though St. Petersburg, back in late April, a member of the Paw Print staff was lucky enough to step on board for an interview with the band’s lead singer, Stephen Christian. ***** Even though you don’t label yourself, do you still have a message you’re trying to get out? Oh for sure. Well, we don’t go up on stage [and] talk about God or anything like that because I don’t feel that I’m a preacher, but if anyone wants to ask me about my beliefs I’m an open book. Also, we do a lot of stuff with humanitarian work. This tour we’re working really close with an organization called World Vision and what they’re doing right now is setting up and building wells in Kenya, Africa. Every night we take up a collection to help the people who are dying each day from drought and the fact that there hasn’t been rain in Kenya for years and years. Also, me and Nate, the drummer, are going to Haiti for two weeks to help build an orphanage next month; actually three and a half weeks. Our message is very clear on the fact that, like Ghandi said, “We need to become the change we wish to see in the world.” It’s definitely what we aim for and strive at and hopefully we can influence other people that listen to our music or go to shows to make a difference in the community. Whether it’s Habitat for Humanity, or going to Haiti, or some other place in the world, just as long as people make a difference and stand up for what’s right. That’s what really counts. What are the advantages or disadvantages of profess- Anberlin: Nathan Young, Joseph Milligan, ing that you are a Chris- Stephen Christian, and Deon Rexroat. tian band? A disadvantage for the band is that people label us. Christian music is honestly cheesy. I don’t like Christian music because I think some bands, I’m not saying all of them, but some Christian bands are very into marketing God and trying to sell off the name of Jesus. I think that’s so cheap. I think that’s horrible. I think that’s disgusting that people are going to make a dollar off our religion, or our belief or something that’s so personal to me and somebody else out there’s trying to make money off it…It’s sad that people a lot of times label Christians as so close minded yet they’re the first ones not to even pick up our CD because they heard a couple of us in the band were Christian. That’s frustrating and disheartening. The advantage is I just don’t have to do what everybody else does and I have hope. I just have a personal relationship with God and, I mean, there can’t really be much of a disadvantage there. What’s the new album going to sound like? I think it’s going to be a lot darker, I mean we’re not going to change. I hate when bands change their sound from album to album. It’s annoying because the band you fell in love with doesn’t sound the same anymore, its just frustrating. I

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think it’s going to be a little more personal, like I think the first album was a lot about me versus nature. Then the second album I think was like me versus man. Like man versus man like relationships with friends or my brother or just people, like ex band members or whatever. I think this album is going to be me versus myself, it’s just very introspective. I think people can relate a lot with failures and heartbreaks and hurts and torments because that’s what we all go though. We all struggle with loneliness or self-depreciation. It’s going to be a lot more introspective and biographical. Where do you think you would have been if not for the band? In my family I have two lawyers and a doctor and then just me. I’m definitely the black sheep. Even after I get done with the band I’d really like to go back to school. I already have my degree, but I’d really like to go back and get a master’s degree somewhere. I really love working with the organizations like World Vision...I have a real big thing about orphanages and children. I’d really just like to make a difference in the world no matter when and where. What’s been your hardest obstacle to overcome? It’s funny like in the Indie Rock scene, people think “Oh they’re touring,they’re so rich,” but we don’t have any money. I live with my parents. I have no car, no insurance. All I have to my name is a guitar, an ipod…umm I have some sunglasses. You know what I’m saying; I have a suitcase and that’s it… We got stranded once in California and couldn’t make it home. We had to call our parents and have them wire us money because we could not make the gas money home. There was another time we were up in Washington D.C. and we hadn’t been sleeping. We couldn’t afford hotels, so we would sleep at peoples houses and this one guy was like, “You can sleep at my house,” but we didn’t know he lived in pretty much a crack house. He had no heat and it was in the middle of winter in Washington D.C. We had to turn on the stove and everybody opened up the stove and slept around the stove. Those were really, really hard times...But I think that made us a stronger band. I think it made us better friends because we’ve gone through so many hard times. So now I think we appreciate things so much more because of the rough times.

Volume 28

Music At a Glance Rise Against: The Suﬀerer and The Witness

Rise Against’s new album proves the band is one step closer to harnessing the contagious punk rock sound. “The Suﬀerer and the Witness” is a huge leap forward from their previous overproduced album. Rise Against has come out on top with a more noticeable Reviewed by Brandin Milton lead guitar, clearer bass lines, The Bottom Line and improved drumming. There’s no “Good Left Undone” For fans, this CD is a must here. have.

Gym Class Heroes: As Cruel As School Children

Reviewed by Felicia Ashby

The Bottom Line GCH’s unique sound and heartthrob lyrics makes them a back to school necessity.

The Wreckers: Stand Still, Look Pretty Michelle Branch has joined forces with Jessica Harp to compose a catchy blend of country/pop music. Using Sheryl Crow as an inﬂuence, The Wreckers have made themselves a name with both the teenage and mature crowds. Able to embrace the strengths of both artists, “Stand Still, Look Pretty” could easily be played alongside Carrie Underwood or Miranda Lambert without any worries.

Reviewed by Rylie Burns

The Bottom Line The Wreckers “Stand Still, Look Pretty,” and sound like an experienced country duo with their premier CD.

Watch UPC for details on how to win a copy of Anberlin’s Never Take Friendship Personal CD autographed by Stephen Christian.

CD covers courtesy of Wikipedia.org

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GCH have fused the typical hip/hop sounds emerging from New York with synthesized and live instruments to create a unique album with a rock vibe. Their video release for their single “The Queen and I” is getting its fair share of play on TV. The band recenlty landed a collaboration with Cobra Starship and The Academy Is for the movie soundtrack of “Snakes on a Plane.”

Chris Brown, Dem Franchize Boys,

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Jah Roots @ Brass Mug

Juelz Santana, Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo @ Ford Ampitheater

10 National Grandparent’s Day

Haste the Day, Scary Kids

Scaring Kids,August Burns

Patriot Day

Hootie and The Blowfish , Better

Flogging Molly @ Jannus Landing Than Ezra @ Ford Amphitheater

Red @ State Theatre

September 17

Football Game @ Palm Harbor

Clearwater Theshers VS. Sarasota

Family Values Tour @ The St.

Less Than Jake, Catch 22, The

University High School

Reds @ 7:05

Petersburg Times Forum

Loved Ones, Sick of it All @ Jannus

Styx, Foreigner @ Ford

Horror Pops @ State Theatre

Amphitheater

Landing

Tampa Bay Lightening VS. Buffalo

Florida Panthers @ 7:30

Sabers @ 5:00

School

College Day

Decades Day

Country Western Day

Homecoming Game vs.

Football Game @ Eastlake High

Twin Day

Halloween Horror Nights

Tampa Bay Lightening VS.

Clearwater

Garnet and Gold Day

@ Universal Studios

Dixie Chicks: The Accidents &

Football Game @ Home VS. Tarpon

Howl-O-Scream @ Busch

Accusations Tour

Springs

Gardens

Senior Night

Homecoming Dance