Countryside High School Paw Print Newspaper Volume 31 Issue 6

Sports Scholarships Kat Says Mouse Says Why Students Cheat

Carlos Acevedo- SPC

Amy Ainsworth- SPC

Christopher Arvelo- SPC

Nathaniel Albrittion- SPC

Carlton Atkinson- USF

Mentor Avdullahu- SPC

Logan Banez- SPC Todd Barber- Illinois Laura Bass- SPC J.W. Blakley- UCF

Dallas Bolton- SPC

Hillary Bowman- FSU Sarah Brown- USF

Shelby Brill- UF

Natalie Budde- SPC

Kaitlyn Carson- SPC

Brandon Cash- UF

Jimbo Chmelick- Quincy

Brianna Clevenger- SPC

Brandon Cockayne- SPC

Yuremi Conde- pTech

Chelsea Conley- SPC

Daniel Cronin- Yorktown

Austin Cross- Marine Corp

Ryan Dailey- Methodist Academy Daytona

Dumala- SPC Casey Duncan- FSU Beth England- USF

Kosta Fotopoulos- UNF USF

Ryan Botelho- CFI

Kayli Brown- Saint Leo University

Ashleigh Bynum- Eckerd

Kayla Carleton- UCF

Helen Catanese- SPC

Taylor Cheeley- UCF

Kristen Conley- USF

Zachary Christenson- Airforce Academy Kim Cohn- Wafford

Nicole Cooper- UCF

Paul Cunningham- SPC

Hayden Craig- SPC

Rachel Currier- SPC Brandon Dabkowski- SPC

Andrew Davis-Methodist University

Jason Dowell- Gulf Coast

Jesse Cleland-SPC

Angelica Compton- Lake Forest College

Nicole Covey- Ohio State

Sheena Curd-UIC

John DeJesus- University of

Ryan Duchane- FSU Dakota Dudley- UCF Micheal

Micheal Dzein- Art Institute of Tampa Heather Ebert- IADT Annette Eckley- Coast Guard

Mate Fabian- SPC Natalie Ferraro- SPC

Loren Foushee- Florida Gulf Coast

Amanda Fredericks- PTech

Chad Brown- SPC

Marina Buttrick- FSU

Devika Choo Chew- UNF

Nicole Dunn- FAU

Braxton Everett- USF

Samantha Black- pTech

Joanna Boruk- FSU

Caroline Castillo- SPC

Lauren Cohen- Flordia State

Davionna Disalvatore- Ohio State

Christine Bales- PTEC

Tyler Berger- SPC

Brittany Bones- SPC

Matthew Dalton- Naval Academy Amy Davis- SPC

Taya DeShiro- SPC

Andrew Art- USF

George Baker- UCF

Aubrey Bement- SPC

Katy Ann Brosseau- UNF

Stephanie Burnell- SPC

Krystal Casey- USF

Dorota Chludzinska- USF

Scott Beck- SPC

Nicole Bolton- FSC/UNF

Jan Brandi- SPC

Gregory Alford- UWF

Chelsea Baker- UNF

Sophia Fujiki- UF

Andrew Fisher- FSU Diana Fisler- FSU Chelsea Fletcher-SPC

Jeffery Fowler- USF

Susan Frana- SPC

Lucia Franco Estrada-

Robert Gale- International Acedemy of Design and Technology

Rachel Galka- SPC

Aaron Gallegos- SPC Krystina Ganci- SPC Jose Garcia-Rebolledo- Hillsborough Community College Brittany Gassiott- SPC Ryan Ghersi- SPC Alana Givens- FAMU

Ryan Glavin- Airforce Academy

Jalen Goodloe- Alabama State Terrence Griggley- SPC Shadi Hamadeh- SPC

William Griswold- Southern University Victoria Hardina- Flagler

Stephanie Hessling- UWF Meagan Hunter- SPC Zahir Karim- SPC

Joshua Glazman- Saint Leo University

Bethany Goodman- USF

Ryan Gordon- SPC

Giulia Guerinoni- FIU

Olivia Haskin- SPC Kristen Haycox- SPC

Lauren Howells- Tallahassee Community College Sarah Hutcherson- SPC

Amber Karn- SPC

Lauren Ince- UCF

Julieta Gonzalez- SPC

Kristopher Gordon-McCray Jairo Guimaraes- pTech

Alex Gould- USF Emily Hall- UF

Megan Hays- USF Tamara Herrera- UNIBE

Kelsie Hubbard- SPC

Oleg Ivanov- Aviation Academy

Casey Keller- Gulf Coast

Austin Good- SPC

George Kellum- Marine Corp

Deanna Huffman- UF Chelsea Jusino- SPC Reba Kelly- SPC

Kyle Kinnear- Millsaps College Tayseer Kira- SPC Lindsay Kirkpatrick- SPC Paul Kittle- SPC Rebecca Knight- Florida Gulf Coast Megan Koch- UCF Natasha Koller- USF Melissa Kronen- SPC

Jordan Kralik- Valencia

Jessica Krier- Hillsborough Community College

Chelsey Kruschwitz- Savannah College of Art and Music

Arman Kurtovic- SPC Kelsey Larsen- UCF

Annalee Labate- UCF Alexis Lahm- UCF Robert Leda- USF

John Lima- Airforce

James Ledbetter- USF

Cameron Lindahl- FSU

Kayla Louttit- FSU

Jared Low- UCF

Lauren Lucero- SPC

Marschall-

SPC

Anthony Lombardi- SPC

Hien Luu- SPC

Amy Ly- USF

Olivia Magdziak- USF

Melanie Margalis- University of Georgia Kenneth

Christal Martinez- Art Institute Taylor Mason- SPC

Continued on Page 8

Justin Larsen- USF

Gabrielle Levine- SPC

Rachel Lubitz- George Washington University

Amanda Maddox- Lees-Mcrae

Denise Malave- Florida Gulf Coast Ryan

Blaine Levine- SPC

Thea Linkfield- UNF

Jacqualyn Lush- Flordia Gulf Coast

Christian Lyons-SPC

Chelsea Kuhlman- Sante Fe

Shane Laracuente- SPC

Marshall-

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Features

Rachel Lubitz, Copy Editor

Krystal Casey, Editor-in-Cheif

Ryan Duchane, Page Editor

Nicole “noey” Bolton, Sports Editor

A.J. Quenell, Entertainment Editor

FARE WE

F F A T S LL, PAWPRINT SENIOR

CLASS OF

Kaley Nemith, Opinion/Grub Editor

2010

Kayla Yamonico, Business Director

Heather Ebert, Features Editor

Scott Beck, Photographer Sandra Nguyen, Technical Director

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Features

KRYSTAL CASEY RACHEL LUBITZ RYAN DUCHANE susanCOVA

staffwriter

Who is going to go to the volunteer lunch-in’s and smuggle food back to class for the Pawprint staff? Who is going to go back and fix the silly mistakes on pages for the class? One answer, we will all have to work together and take Krystal Casey’s place.

Krystal will be leaving us all behind to move on and attend USF. Congratulations! She will be attending the St. Pete campus, majoring in Journalism and Marketing. Krystal has received a paid internship at a marketing firm. Krystal has already earned twenty-seven college credits through dual enrollment.

Krystal has put a lot of effort into making sure our newspapers come out to be the best. Plenty of trips to fetch ads and long afternoons after class. Krystal managed her school work, college work, two jobs, and the newspaper this year. Krystal took a lot of responsibility onto herself this year and we appreciate her hard work. When so much work is done you get rewarded and this is exactly why Krystal spent her senior year as our editor in chief.

“Krystal managed her school work, college work, two jobs, and the newspaper this year.”

Nicole Bolton ajCABERTO

staffwriter

Colleges everywhere have many expectations: taking the stage, playing a sport and getting good grades. Nicole Bolton has accomplished all of those. From freshmen to senior year, continuous achievements came knocking on her door. Whether it be showing her talent or physical abilities, she always makes sure to give her best.

Nicole is going to major in sports medicine and dance in Florida State Community College, then transfer to the University of North Florida.She never really thought about joining the Newspaper until the Adviser, Mrs. Trautwein, recommended her to join the Paw Print staff. Fortunately, she soon grew to love writing in the sports section of the newspaper; now she’s Paw Print’s Sports Page Editor.

She’s been dancing for fourteen years now, she’s trained in many types of dancing. Wherever she is: school, dance class or outdoors, everyone wants to hang out with her because of the positive attitudes she brings. In fact, she is called “Sunshine” in her dance class. All throughout high school, she has been involved in athletics.

Nicole will be missed by many people, especially the Newspaper Staff, she was one of our best writers and editors. Losing her can really hurt the staff, the creativeness she uses in the sports page has really helped the newspaper attract many readers. Congratulations, Nicole for making it through high school.

“In fact, she is called “Sunshine” in her dance class.”

KAYLA YAMONICO joseeHAWK

staffwriter

One of the Pawprint Newspaper’s best kept secret happens to be a person. Kayla Yamonico has been on the Staff for two years, working her way up to business director and doing an unfathomably great job. Although her work goes unnoticed by the student body, Kayla sticks it out day after day and helps send our paper to print time and time again.

Whether she is making awkward phone calls to business trying to sell ads, or just running down to the library to check on our funds, she gives it a hundred percent. Kayla will be graduating with a certification to teach in a preschool (ECPC), talk about dedication.

Of course our newspaper staff will miss Kayla but she is on to bigger and better things. Such as SPC, where she will be attending for two years majoring in early childhood and minoring in child psychology. Then she will transfer to the glorious USF where they will be waiting with open arms.

The USF will be so lucky as to have Kayla Yamonico in their roster and her footsteps all over the campus. With accomplishments ranging from a-z through her high school career. Such as being the president of the Florida Future Educators of America and also being on the National Soceity of High School Scholars.

The Pawprint Newspaper will miss Kayla with all our hearts. The best of luck we wish you!

kyleKHOELER

staffwriter

Rachel Lubitz was an extremely talented editor on the newspaper staff. On top of that, she was a very funny and helpful person that aided those on newspaper and lifted spirits when times were tough. Lubitz is the class of 2010’s salutatorian, the head music critic of tb-two* and has been published in the St. Petersburg Times. Her skills in writing and grammar were one of the key assets for making the newspaper as good as it was.

Just two days after graduation, Lubitz will be on her way to Japan as a foreign exchange student. After that, she will be attending George Washington University in Washington D.C, where she was given nearly a full scholarship. She will be majoring in history and political science.

After college, Lubitz plans to pursue journalism in DC.

“Lubitz is the class of 2010’s salutatorian...”

KALEY NEMETH nicoleHARRIS

staffwriter

Unfortunately, this year the Paw Print Newspaper is losing ten seniors. One of them being the fantastic Kaley Marie Nemeth. She is our energetic, beautiful, athletically talented staff member. She will definitely be missed by the entire Paw Print staff.

Kaley has her whole future planned out. She plans on going to St. Petersburg College to get her associates degree, and then transfer to University of North Florida to get her bachelors in Communications.

She also wants to open her own business, a surf shop.

During her four high school years, Kaley had good grades, but her most important achievement of her flag football career. She played not only for school, but also for the Sugar Gliders, a team Mr. Brunson created.

Kaley was an all-star at every position she played. Defense is where she excelled, and played the best. Flag football was by far her favorite part of high school.

Kaley will miss this school, her friends, and football.

However, she is going on to bigger and better things. She will be successful in whatever she does. The Paw Print staff will miss her, and wish her the best. Good luck Kaley!

HEATHER EBERT meganMASON

staffwriter

At 15, if asked where she thought she would be her senior year, Heather Ebert probably would have rambled off a list that included everything and it’s mother. That is, except for newspaper.

Now 18, Heather is a genius, one-of-a kind staff member of Countryside’s Paw Print Newspaper. With countless talents and brilliant contributions, Heather is an excellent addition to Newspaper. Seeing as though she is a senior and will therefore leave behind the glorious position of “Features” page editor, the staff acknowledges there will be large shoes to fill next year.

Regardless, the staff wishes Heather success and strength in her upcoming years at the International Academy of

“...one-of-a kind staff member of Countryside’s PawPrint Newspaper.”

Sandra Nguyen meganMASON

staffwriter

Sandra Nguyen, 18, has delighted Countryside High School with her brilliant ideas and genius designs since she arrived here in 2006. As a timid freshman with high hopes, Sandra was determined to make a name for herself in Countryside’s Art Group.

And make a name for herself she did, in many aspects.

Sandra has successfully involved herself in every art club, design club, or writing club possible. From her passion for these activities spawned opportunities many students may never have. As well as winning countless awards for the newspaper as the Technical Director, Sandra was also the youngest Anime Club President in Countryside history, and the President and Editor-In-Chief of Countryside’s own Laureate Magazine. Sandra also channeled her truly incredible ideas and beautiful art into Countryside’s Media Center by painting the dream-like mural in the Children’s Room.

Sandra is an incredible artist, and the Paw Print Staff will sincerely miss her and her magnificent work. However, the staff also knows she will make a great addition to Full Sail University, and will do great things in life. Good luck!

saraMINEO

staffwriter

Ryan Duchane was a great editor. He gave guidance and assistance to everyone who needed it. Though he seemed to have a disgruntled attitude, he was the life of the staff. Always cracking jokes to lighten the mood, he brought a smile to every one around him.

Duchane has a strong interest in film making and vast knowledge about almost any movie you can think of. Ryan is one of the most promising young directors Countryside High School has ever seen.

Ryan will be attending Florida State University and will be applying to the film school there next year.

The Countryside Paw Print has uprated ever since Ryan has become Chief Page Editor. The paper has become more concise, organized and creative.

Ryan will be greatly missed and his legacy will be fo ever in print.

“Though he seemed to have a disgruntled attitude, he was the life of the staff.”

A.J. QUENELL parkerANDERSEN

staffwriter

When he first started out at Countryside High School, AJ Quenell may have been much shyer than your average High Schooler. Yet, in his Senior year, he has become much more outgoing and exciting. The Drama Club has helped him move toward his dream job of being in film and/ or advertising. In his two years of being in Drama Club has played as Officer Krupke in the Countryside High School 2010 production of “West Side Story”, along with becoming a member of the International Thespian Society when inducted as the character of Renfield from Dracula.

For AJ, Drama wasn’t the only extracurricular activity he was involved in. He was also a part of the Paw Print Newspaper as Entertainment Editor for two years and had moved up to TV Production 6. Throughout his years at Countryside High School, AJ Quenell has made many friends, learned what he truly wants to do in life, and will be missed as he moves on to his first year of college and leaves us as a part of the Class of 2010.

“Yet, in his Senior year, he has become much more outgoing and exciting.”

SCOTT BECK katWILLIAMS

staffwriter

Scott Beck is the appointed savior of the newspaper staff.

During the course of the year, Scott has been present to fix any and every problem he can with regards to computers and design. In fact, he designed the UPC/PawPrint website.

Other than giving a warm welcome to those who were new to the staff, Scott is always polite and helpful to everyone.

He is the Photographer and Technical Support of the newspaper staff. Staffers ask Scott for pictures to embellish our stories. He is a major factor of the UPC Morning Show holding the titles of switcher, graphics, general manager, and technical engineer. He’s also an Eagle Scout. What doesn’t Scott do?

To the dismay of the staff, Scott will be leaving to attend St. Petersburg College. The staff knows that SPC is one lucky school to have Scott as a student.

Good Luck Scott on all of your future endeavors. We know you will do great things!

“Scott Beck is the appointed savior of the newspaper staff.”

FAREWELL!!

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Features

Moving on up Dearest wanna-be Juniors susanCOVA

staff writer

Hello there incoming sophomores!

Next year is going to be a bit different than the first year of high school. Some advice may be needed to ensure that you survive.

Some 10th graders look back and think about their first year of high school and how the new incoming ninth graders will be feeling. The new incoming freshman will feel the same as you did in 9th grade when you were pushed around, talked down to, and felt a little insecure.

School is not a joke, no matter how much they may think it is. Make friends with the freshmen, no one ever knows if they might meet an amazing person.

"Keep the friends you have and choose your new friends wisely and stay out of the drama." says sophomore Kadisha Mason.

If these post-freshmen plan on walking and graduating in 2013, turning in work, studying, and doing your best is necessary. Sit and think long and hard about how you do in classes now, because if you do bad you will have more credits to make up later. Why make your last years of high school harder then they need be?

"Try your best so you do not have to retake classes later." says sophomore Emily Hackett.

FCAT! Guess what? If you try really hard and pass it next year then you will not have to take it anymore. How much easier will it be if the class of 2013 did not have to take this test anymore?

"Do not mess around with the FCAT because you do not want to have to take it again." says sophomore Gary Lush.

In the end your next year of high school will not be so bad. Try your best, look forward to new things, and have fun at the same time. Your years of high school are suppose to be fun. Just remember how you act now is how you will always be looked at when your peers look back at their years at Countryside.

Look out, St.Petersburg! kaylaYAMONICO

business director

The Coliseum in St. Petersburg held one of the biggest events of the year, Prom. The date was set that May 14, 2010 would be a night to remember for the Class of 2010. As the stretch limousines pulled in and the beautiful gowns with the tuxedos were shown, chitter-chatter about the night exploded from outside the Coliseum.

When entering the historic building, teachers such as Mrs. Mallory, Mrs. Trautwein, Mr. Marn, and Mrs. Dupee greeted students with a warm welcome. As Seniors and Juniors walked the red carpet and approached the dance floor they were embraced with blue lights hanging from the ceiling, a large stage accompanied by a DJ with jumbo screens showing music videos, and a buffet with varieties of munchies.

The theme "Roaring 20's" was confronted once everyone arrived at prom. On the tables there were clapboards where students had the opportunity to fill in the blanks as to who played the director, he Class of 2010 held their prom at the Coliseum in St. Petersburg. The Junior Class of ran the cameras, 2011 decorated the venue in a 1920’s Hollywood the date, etcetera; style. other tables had top hats. The music was blaring and the dancing songs brought the crowds to the dance floors.

There was only one rule: Keep the dancing rated "G".

Half way through the dance, the Prom court was announced, everyone waited and commented in a low whisper saying who they wanted to win. For Prom Queen and King, the winners who also won Homecoming, Megan Hays and Robert Gale! And for the Juniors, Prince and Princess, Joey Lombardi and Tori Zumwalt. This amazing night ended with a slow song with a dance with a partner or best friend.

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staff writer

Although things have been relatively easy, this sophomore year times are a changin'. Meaning what, sailor Joe? Well lean right in here and listen to this secret-it gets harder from here. That is the truth, except, for the most part, you will be prepared for it. "It" being the future, grades, family, relationships, work... anything that is the twister of emotions and problems of the upcoming year. Everything changes from here.

From a sophomore prospective it is just another year of school, but from an about to finish junior year prospective it is a, "What the heck just happened?" sinking kind of feeling. The next year will go by fast, some juniors still can not believe it is over. Something to ponder -to consider something deeply and thoroughly- over the summer is 'where in the world do you want to go to collage?'. Go read some Juniors minds. In case you can't, here is a clue of what you will find out, that is what they are thinking.

"Take lots of tours while you can, you don't want to get overwhelmed and give up," junior Haley Carney advises.

The possibilities are endless, there is a perfect college out

there for everyone, especially if you buckle down and make the grades colleges are looking for.

One of the facts of the matter is that this year a majority of sophomores will be getting licenses. And do you know what comes with a license? A car, And with a car comes the chance to skip! But do not. It is not worth two long days in the Intervention Center for a mouthwatering Chick-Fil-A Original chicken sandwich and a large Hi-C. "Stay in class, is it really that hard? Learn your lesson and pass the semester. They sell lunch here you know? I bet some juniors didn't even know that," said junior Justine Lessard.

Goodbye FCAT hellllllo SAT's. Advice: get it done fast and get a high score. It is a four (and a half ) hour test and it is not at all like going to Disney World.

So congratulations for making it through the tenth grade, congratulations for convincing the school system smart kids deserved to pass and congratulations because you are moving up. A's for everyone, celebrations for everyone, streamers for everyone, COOKIES FOR EVERYONE.

Love is always and forever ajCABERTO

staff writer

relationship this long, many factors must be considered... excellent communication, understanding each other, being loyal and trustworthy and much more.

Do Sara and Matt have all these traits?

May be not,

High school relationships are often thought of as something that "will end up badly" or "will not last for a long period of time". But this generation of students, A.K.A class of 2010, have been very faithful in their senior relationships. Whether or not the couples have any big obstacles to tackle, they still try to work it out. There are many different ways to have relations with someone. Long-distance are couples that hardly see each other; maybe once or twice a week at most. Longterm couples are so faithful to each other that they can keep their relationship for a long time. Passionate or caring pairs loves each other for who they are, not for what they have to offer. but Attention is one trait needed to offer your they loved one, especially if seeing each other is know the hardest thing to accomplish. That is not to what everyone calls "long-term relationlose or ship". Finding a way to communicate, break any or meet, is the very first thing they of those need to worry about. very impor"Once we were supposed to go tant aspects. the movie theater, but he had a "We don't soccer game. Instead, he bailed eing hide anything on his soccer game because we goi of the togethe ng r m from each other" to c . The for tw barely see each other," said olle se t o i said seniors Chad n ges w senior Sammi Piller. Being an 30 o love a half mil y b Brown and Hien es a irds ears hour away from a loved one is Piller h way pra y th as bro .

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grub editor

On June 10th, seniors will be venturing out of high school, away from the automatic comforts it ensures and into the independent environment of college life. No longer will students be able to depend on coming home to a freshly stocked refrigerator and a hot meal on the table.

But do not fret because there are plenty of cheap, delectable recipes one can make. Meat tends to be the reason most meals are so expensive, so instead try substituting for a vegetarian dish. If vegetables do not appeal to you, try making recipes with cheaper meat such as chicken or turkey.

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At the Boardwalk, now we’re having some grub.

a.jQUENELL

entertainment editor

Little family owned restaurants usually beat out the franchises when it comes to friendliness and taste. Boardwalk Pizza and Gyros, located in Countryside Plaze, is no exception. The many times I have been to the business since its opening in February, I have yet to find anything I dislike.

The pizza is amazing, the gyro’s “to die for”, the subs

photo credit Scott Beck

are “sub”perb. When it comes to appetizers nothing beats Boardwalk’s Loaded Fries: a large tray of fries coated with melted cheeses and bacon with a side of ranch dressing. All ingredients used are the freshest and most of the food, such as the Italian Sausage, is made fresh there. I have already sampled over half of the menu, my personal favorite being the Cheeseburger Sub consisting of a 10-inch sub roll with 2 burger patties topped with your choice of cheese, lettuce, onions, tomatoes and pickle. Also the slices a pizza starting at just a dollar apiece adding on another thirty cents per topping you won’t need more than two slices because they’re enormous. It practically melts in your mouth. So now the hunt is over for looking for someplace cheap to get some great food for after school lunch or just whenever.

Just swing on by Boardwalk Pizza & Gyros.

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Entertainment

What to do on summer Vacation parkerANDERSEN

CONCERTS:

VIDEO GAME RELEASES:

9th-Yes and Peter Frampton @ Ruth Eckerd Hall 7:30pm

May 11- Lost Planet

staff writer

June

11th- Brooks & Dunn “Last Rodeo” Tour @ Florida State Fairgrounds 7:30pm

2 (PS3, PC Xbox 360)

June 1- Alpha Pro-

14th- Passion Pit @ The Ybor Ritz 8:00pm

tocol (PC, PS3, Xbox 360)

29th- Earth, Wind & Fire @ Ruth Eckerd Hall 8:00pm

June 4- R.U.S.E.

July

June 28- Singularity

13th- Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band @ Ruth Eckerd 8:00pm 17th- Scorpions “Get Your Sting and Blackout” World Tour 2010 @ Florida State Fairgrounds 8:00pm

(PC,PS3, Xbox 360) (PC, PS3, Xbox 360)

June 28 - Crackdown

2 (PC, PS3, Xbox 360)

28th- Dave Matthews Band @ Florida State Fairgrounds 7:00pm 30th- Robert Plant @ Ruth Eckerd Hall 8:00pm

MOVIES Karate Kid- June 11 The A- Team- June 11 Jonah Hex- June 18

Dinner for Schmucks- July 23 Cats and Dogs 2- July 30 I Love You Philip Morris- July 30 Little Fockers- July 30 The Other Guys- August 6 The Expendables- August 13

Toy Story 3- June 18 Grown Ups- June 25 Twilight 3: Eclipse( June 30) Knight and Day- July 2 Last Airbender- July 2 Predators- July 7 Despicable Me- July 9 Inception- July 16 The Sorcerer’s Apprentice- July 16 Salt- July 23

Entertainment TV shows go to the silver screen a.jQUENELL

entertainment editor

“The Flintstones”, “Scooby-Doo”, and “Alvin and the Chipmunks” are just a few of the many childrens’ cartoons that you may have watched as a younger kid that have been turned to live-action. For those of you that aren’t sure liveaction films are those that have real actors in the real world.

It seems more and more that Hollywood is loosing ideas and glancing back into our past to help pay for their future.

Those that may have seen “Alvin and The Chipmunks” may have seen a trailer prior to it advertising the newspaper comic panel “Marmaduke” coming to the silver screen featuring Owen Wilson voicing Marmaduke. The first thing to come to mind may have been “What else is in the works?”

An adaptation of “The Jetsons” is in the work for a 2012 release, a live action/computer-generated “Smurfs” trilogy is currently in the planning stages, and a story explaining the origin of “Tom & Jerry” is being created as a feature film that is rumored to be computergenerated. Anna Farris will be starring as a documentar y f i l m maker in a “ Yo g i Bear” movie, which is most-

ly live-action with a few CGI characters such as in “Scooby-Doo: The Movie”, with Dan Aykroyd voicing Yogi and Justin Timberlake providing the voice of Boo Boo scheduled to be released December 17th of this year. The 4th Scooby-Doo movie is currently in the works with the same cast from “Scooby Doo: The Mystery Begins”, all returning to live out the gangs first encounter with the black knight ghost. A Hong Kong Phooey film is in the making though not much has been released on the movie at all. Finally, a live action “Johnny Quest” film is being produced starring Zac Efron as Johnny Quest and Dwayne Johnson as his body guard, Race Bannon.

All the previous movies following this format seem to have done pretty terrible , such as “Speed Racer”, “Dragonball: Evolution” and “Josie and The Pussycats” just to name a few. Although, there is the chance that they may prevail such as “Scooby-Doo” and “The Flintstones”,in the past, have done.

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Summer deals to watch out for katWILLIAMS

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As the seasons change, so do the trends. Students have said their goodbyes to sweaters and jeans. Spring and summer fashion is making its annual debut. Last years spring-wear is either too small or out of date. What a great excuse for a shopping trip! But before you max-out your parents credit card or spend all of your savings, remember that many stores have great spring/summer deals. Check out the list below for some of the best deals in the area.

Old Navy -Flip Flops: 2 for $5 -$30-$33 Swimsuits -$3.50-$20.00 T-shirts -$30-$35 Dresses -$30-$35 Jeans -$20-$27 Shorts

Target -Swimsuits $10.50-$15.00 -Tank Tops: $8.00-$17.99 -Dresses: $15.00-$40.00 -Shorts:$6.50-$17.50 -T-shirts: $5.00-$24.00

-T-shirts: $10.00-30.00 -Shorts: $14.00-$26.00 (by one get one half off, limited offer)

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TV’s Future is a LOST cause

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After six years, one of TV’s greatest cult series has finally come to an end. LOST first aired on September 22, 2004, and brought ABC its highest ratings since the premiere of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire. The show has continued to enjoy high ratings throughout its run, though in recent years viewers have diminished slightly. This hasn’t had an effect on the series finale though, with tickets to a wrap-party with the crew selling out ten minutes after its announcement.

The plot of LOST involves the survivors of a plane crash trying to survive on an island against unknown forces. The first season of the show was focused mainly on developing characters, and pulled it off quite well. LOST features one of the largest casts for a TV show, and each character is given a backstory and motivation, making it a more memorable experience when someone is hurt or even killed.

After the first season, the survivors of the crash encountered mysterious residents of the island, known as “Others”, and discovered a conspiracy involving the mysterious Dharma Initiative. By season 5 things had gotten even more complicated and time travel came in to play.

This made an already elaborate plot even more confusing, and cemented the show in the science fiction genre.

The thing that sets LOST apart from many other shows is that it actually followed a clever storyline and established believeable characters, something noticeably absent from today’s influx of reality shows and cheap remakes of old shows. While it may not appeal to everyone LOST has gained a devout fanbase and established one of the largest online communities devoted to a production (though nowhere near those devoted to Star Wars and the like).

The devout fans of LOST were finally given many of the answers they wished for when the series ended on May 23rd, and even talk show host Jimmy Kimmel was in tears.

With LOST ending, it looks like a huge hole will be left in ABC’s programming and in fans’ hearts.

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As sunny, spring days come to an end, many have anticipated this final year.

Filled with fun, excitement, and a best friend.

Memories will always be crystal clear.

These past four years have been a blast, as less than a month awaits the senior class.

Twenty years later, we will look upon the past, and reminisce the fun times that have pass.

One day awaits our fate, graduation.

Then we shall bid our separate ways, for some college.

Others may be scattered throughout the nation.

One thing we will cherish is our knowledge.

We’ll party over and over again, and that’s why we are, the class of 2010.

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What will they miss?

Senior year is in the air! kaleyNEMETH

opinion editor

Juniors, senior year awaits. College is around the corner, and its time to continue the path of fine education. ACT and SAT testing are big deals when applying to college.

A lot happens and it happens fast when taking the leap from a junior to a senior. Questions that might come into mind are what college and where, what to study, how to get in, what classes to take, or begin to take now, to be ahead of the game? Also, how many credits total to have for graduation, how much will prom cost, homecoming, and senior breakfast be?

Don’t worry, although it might feel like a tsunami just swormed in and everything has scattered all over the place, Helpful tips have been announced from our fellow 2010 seniors, and teachers who can tell the new big kids on campus it is well worth it.

“Finish strong life is about building character,” said Mrs. Vesey.

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High school is one of the best times of a senior’s life.

Regardless of how much work they have, how many times they get in trouble or how many teachers and classes they want to walk out on, there will always be those few teachers that they loved and the group of friends that they will never forget. So no matter how much they complain and say they hate it, deep down they know that they will miss it when its gone. Whether it was homecoming, prom, or just a normal day at school, whenever their favorite memory happened, it is going to stick with them forever.

So instead of waiting until there is no going back to remember and appreciate all the great people they have met, and all the great times they have experienced, it might be a good idea to start now. With only weeks until graduation, there is not much time left. Some seniors have already taken advantage of this idea and began to realize the things that they will miss the most about leaving high school.

Senior Jeffery Fowler said, “I’ll miss sleeping in class and getting my extra hour a day.” “I’ll miss messing around and having my mom doing my laundry and cooking for me.” says senior Cameron Lindhal. “I’m going to miss Mr. Stauderman’s jokes the most. He’s the funniest teacher ever!” said senior Billy Morgan. “I’m going to miss being around my friends and everyone being in the same place.” says senior Rebecca Rice.

There are tons of different memories, experiences and people to remember when someone recalls their life during high school. The most important thing to realize when looking at them is that even though everyone’s life goes on and people may never see each other again, the impressions left behind, The personal growth of the person and the awesome memories they have will always remain. Seniors are going to miss a lot of things, but in the end, they will always have something to smile about when remembering their time here at Countryside.

“Hang in there, take sociology if you want to learn about the real world Brunson style,” said Mr. Brunson.

“Show under classman who’s boss,” said senior Katy Ann Brosseau.

“Enjoy your time here with friends, live the moment, don’t try to grow up too fast.” said Mrs. Prescott.

“Start looking at all the colleges you can [not all at once and be sure they have what you want to get in too.] Start to apply and look at scholarships.” said senior Edward O’Hare.

“Take Economics online and have a job,” said senior Catie Munns.

“Complete all classes on time [don’t procrastinate],” said senior Kayli Brown.

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February 6, 2010 was a big day for seniors all across the nation. It was National Signing Day, the first day that seniors can officially sign their letters of intent to their chosen school. Some athletes get last minuet offers and change their mind from their non-binding oral commitments. For others, they have already sealed the deal even though it may have been over a year ago that they made their decision. Kendal Narum is a perfect example of that, she decided during her junior year that Louisiana State University was the school for her and honored that choice this year.

Football is one of the most popular subjects for students, athletes and alumni alike on National Signing Day. This year Countryside High School has seen six football players, three female soccer players and one softball player sign in the media center. Jimbo Chmelik, Todd Shorter, Kim Cohn, Thea Linkfield and Kendal Narum signed on February 6th, while Alton Taylor, William Griswold, Michael Wiszowaty, Ryan Dailey and Ashleigh Bynum all signed on April 14th.

Congratulations to the following athletes that signed as well: SWIMMING Melanie Margalis- University of Georgia Jon Taddeo- Florida State University Sara Witkowski- Daytona State BOYS BASKETBALL Kyle Kinnear- Millsaps College Dino Tabakovic- Eckerd College TRACK Kosta Fotopoulos- University of North Florida Zach Christenson- Air Force Prep, Colorodo Springs Matt Dalton- Naval Academy SOFTBALL Devika Choo Chew- University of North Florida Paige Oxendine- Hilsbrough Community College VOLLEYBALL Davi Disalvatore- Ohio State Nicole Dunn- Florida Atlantic University

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Football Scholarship “I have been playing football for ten years. I’ve played Running Back, Defensive Back, Free Safety, Line Backer, Wide Reciever, Kick and Punt Returner.”

“I will be playing Running Back and Punt Return in college. I chose to play for Pine Bluff because of how honest their coaching staff is, and how well I vibed with the other players.”

Quote to live by: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” Philippians 4:13.

“My family is my biggest supporter, they always back me up 100% in everything I do. If i ever needed anything they would walk across the earth to get it to me.”

Advice for fellow athletes: “Make sure you stay on top of your grades so you don’t have to play ‘catch up’ later.”

Alton leaves on June 17th, and would like everyone to know that Mrs. Trautwein and Ms. Michael are his favorite teachers.

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William Griswold

Southern University Football Scholarship “I have been playing football for six years. I’ve played as Running Back, Wide Reciever, Defensive Back, and Kicker/Punter.I will be a kicker at Southern.”

“I chose to go to that school because it has a good engineering program and they have great coaches.”

Quote to live by: “If you had a dream of beating me you better wake up and apologize,” by Muhammad Ali. “My Momma and Daddy are my biggest supporters, they always help me practice when I need them, and help fill out any paperwork that needs to be done.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “If you want to get a sports scholarship, it should be a goal of yours from the very begining in a sport that you love to play.”

William is unsure about when he leaves for Southern, but would like everyone to know “all the glory to God.”

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n page 10. The top photo was taken on National Signing day, February 6th, 2010. In the top row from left to right is John Davis, Lewis Curtwright, Cindy Saginario, Gerald Schlereth, Rob Saltz and Chris Bates. Second row is seniors Jimbo Chmelik, Todd Shorter, Thea Linkfield, Kim Cohn, and Kendall Narum. The bottom photo was taken on April 14th, 2010 when the next group of seniors signed. Pictured from left to right is Alton Taylor, Ryan Dailey, William Griswold, Michael Wiszowaty, and Lewis Curtwright. Not pictured is Ashleigh Bynum who also signed that day.

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“I believe that I got chosen to play safety because I have the natural ability to play defense” Quote to live by: “Quitters never win, and winners never quit.”

“My mother is my biggest supporter. She has been there for me my entire life, leading me in the right direction.

She truely wants whats best for me, and she never misses a game.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “Always work hard, both on and off the field.”

Todd leaves June 11th and would like for people to know that he is a determined athlete that will do whatever it takes to play, and win.”

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Wofford College Soccer Scholarship “I have been playing soccer for nine years and can play mostly all positions, but I recieved my scholarship to play Goal Keeper.”

“I chose Wofford because I wanted to go to a smaller Division 1 school, with a great academic department, and a school where I would get to play soccer as a freshman.”

Quote to live by: “The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in not giving up.”

“Both my mom and my dad are my biggest supporters.

Neither of them have missed a game and they always push me to be the best. They get me extra trainers if I need them and they are always standing on the sidelines by the net im in.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “When someone tells you that you can’t, it’s just an opportunity to prove them wrong.

Don’t give up. My short height made it more difficult for me to get a scholarship, but I didn’t give.”

Kim leaves August 6th for preseason fitness, but her studies don’t begin untill September.

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Michael Wiszowaty

United States Merchant Marine Academy Football Scholarship “I have been playing football for four years, and im going to college to play Center.”

“I chose to go to USMMA because the school specializes in marine transportation, which is what I want to do.”

Quote to live by: “‘It takes no skill to give effort,’” it’s what Coach Davis would tell the team during sprints.”

“My brother is my biggest supporter. He goes to a school similar to the one im going to so he knows the benefits of it. He is always telling me what to expect while im there and that I can succeed there.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “Always try your hardest and never give up on your goals.”

Michael leaves for Kings Point on July 8th

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Quincy University Football Scholarship “I first got intrested in football watching it on T.V. and always thought it was an exciting sport. I have been playing for eight years.”

Fellow senior, teammate and good friend Todd Shorter answered the question “Why do you like to play quarterback?” when I interviewed the two of them together: “Because he likes to lead!”

Quote to live by: “Respect everyone, fear no one.”

“My parents are my biggest supporters, they have funded everything and have been there for me from start to finish. When something goes wrong or I mess up, they never judge or care,they continue to support me.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “Work hard in the classroom so you have every opportunity possible.”

Jimbo leaves on August 1st and would like everyone to know that he is the first person in his family to reecieve a full ride athletic scholarship.

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Kendall Narum

Louisiana State University Soccer Scholarship “I have been playing soccer since I was four years old, so around fourteen years.”

“I’ve played mostly Mid-field in high school, but I will be playing a lot of defense as well in college.”

“I chose to go to LSU because I wanted to go somewheree out of state and I wanted a big SEC school. After visiting the campus and meeting the coaches and other players I knew that was where I should go.”

Quote to live by: “If you don’t have confidence, you’ll always find a way not to win.”

“My dad is my biggest supporter, he always keeps me going and pushes me to the limit, he’s like my second coach.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “Keep your school work first, then keep up on your skills, and always stay positive.”

Kendall leaves for LSU May 30th, which means she will be flying back here for graduation the day before then leaving to go back shortly after.

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Ryan Dailey

Methodist University Football Scholarship “I have been playing football for eleven years.”

“I’ve played Quarterback and Tight End, but recieved my scholarship to play Quarterback.”

“I chose to play for Methodist because I really like the area it’s in, the campus is good, and the coaching staff is very nice.”

“My family is by far my biggest supporter, they are constantly pushing me to move forward and do bigger and better things.”

Advice for fellow athletes: “Get good grades! Your school work is impoprtant too.”

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Eckerd College Softball Scholarship “I have been playing softball for fourteen years.”

“I’ve played Catcher/Utility, but will be playing Catcher for Eckerd.”

“I chose to go there because it is a great school academically that’s in a good location, and they gave me thee opportunity to continue playing softball.”

Quote to live by: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” Philippians 4:13.

“My parents are my biggest supporters. They have been there for me throughout my entire softball career. During a tournament one time, I had a horrible game and after they both talked to me and pointed out both the good and the bad and told me what to do to improve. The next game after that was one of my best games I’ve ever played, and we won the tournament.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “If you want to pursue an athletic career make sure you are dedicated. Play hard and never give up. Stay on top of your grades, academics are a huge roll in getting a scholarship.”

Ashleigh leaves in August, but she starts working out over the summer and offical practices begin in the fall.

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Thea Linkfield

University of North Florida Soccer Scholarship “I have been playing soccer for twelve years.”

“I started out as an outside defeneder, then I mostly played outside mid-field. Recently I’ve played more forward, and I will be playing left forward at UNF.” “A lot of colleges looked at me for soccer, but none of them felt right untill I visited UNF. I loved the campus, the players, the coaches, the city of Jacksonville, everything. It was also very important to me that I get playing time and not spend my entire freshman year sitting on the bench, UNF promised me playing time.”

“My parents are my biggest supporters, they attend every sporting event of mine. It means the most to me however, when my older brother comments because he has played soccer his whole life too and he’s my role model. He would come to whatever high school games of mine he could when he was home from college, his advise and feedback has always been the most helpful and supportive.”

Advice to fellow athletes: “When you talk to college coaches make sure to show them that you would truly be privileged to go to their shcool. Keep in touch with the coaches to show how dedicated you are, and don’t let the pressure of having coaches watching you affect your performance.”

Thea leaves for UNF on August 3rd.

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Kat say’s Mouse say’s...

Prank vs. Cr ime ajCABERTO

staff writer It’s understood that “Senior Pranks” are a tradition for graduating students; it’s something done every year. This is a part of their “to do” list to have their quintessential senior year. For the administration, pranks that are funny and/or annoying are acceptable; but reprehensible ones are not. In fact, those are considered as the “scourges” of high school.

Of course, students still like them, whether it’s a criminal act or not.

The last year of high school can be easily compared to a vacation, making it unforgettable for everyone. From handing out pennies in graduation to spreading crickets all over the school, their mission was surely accomplished. This is like a competition. With pranks done annually, being unique is very important.

Every year, creative practical jokes come to life by those academically trained seniors; whether it be humorous or unruly.

Years have passed and pranks have been made.

The administration’s awareness did not increase until last year’s prank. Yes, its true that the clean up was very costly. But do they really think it’ll happen again? In my opinion, things like these hardly ever happen; probably once in a while. I mean have you seen a class where all the students in the classroom are trouble makers? No. Suspicion is not really neccesary. The personality of each generation may be hard to figure out, but one fact should be considered: Everyone has different personalities. Maybe that’s why our fingers have different lenghts. This is the same way with groups of seniors, which is why making a decision based on one generation of students can be really unfair. I don’t have any idea about the pranks made in the past. as far as I know, only one feloniuos activity was done.

Now, what are senior pranks? I personally think that its a bunch of practical jokes that are used by seniors to have a memorable last year. If one horrible prank was made then this is not something to worry about. Unusual events barely happen. If it continues, then that is another story.

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staff writer There are certain moments that separate one school year from another: a great football season, a creative homecoming theme, or a great school musical. Last year there were many moments that made the year special, but one was far from forgettable. Who could forget the senior prank? Spray paint covered the building reading “Class of 2009” and other profanities. Sounds funny? It was far from it. The principal asked for students to bring any information they had to the office. All day, teachers lectured about the crime committed against the school masked as a prank. That was my freshman year, and first exposure to the senior prank. From my point of view, it only brought tension and distrust to the school for the next few days. The senior prank is no longer fun. It’s an unnecessary way to get a mass of students in trouble and pull a veil of suspicion over the school.

Senior pranks were always supposed to be fun and laughable. Students would stick forks into the football field writing out the graduation year, bounce balls though the hallways, or pass pennies off to the principle during graduation. Though most of the pranks came with a certain amount of “clean up”, they were things you could laugh about. They were funny and harmless. After last year’s class pulled the spray paint stunt, I’m skeptical as to whether the senior prank can get back to it’s roots. Every year students want to build off of what their previous class did. What are they going to do now? Commit an even worse crime?

The class of 2009 ruined the senior prank.

For now, I think it’s impossible to do it in a classy manner. Students take things way too far. What we see as fun sometimes, really is not. We walk the fine line between what we know is wrong and what we just want to do. This whole thing needs to stop before someone gets harmed or something gets vandalized again. The school administration is going to be carefully watching for it anyway. Just let it go. Show your “school spirit” by graduating with class and dignity. How will that make you different from the previous year? Well after their prank, they definitely didn’t graduate with those honors. I dare you to do better.

Early bird get’s the diploma heatherEBERT

staff writer

It’s 5:00 in the morning and your alarm clock is ringing loudly, you hit the snooze button to give yourself an extra 10 minutes of sleep before yet another day of school. Then you erect hastily from your bed with a wonderful revelation, today’s not just a normal school day, in fact you do not have to spend another day in the gossipy halls of your high school. Today is Graduation Day! So why are you waking up so early? Well Countryside High School made the “lovely” decision to host it’s 2010 graduation at 8 o’clock in the bright and sunny Florida morning.

Countryside’s Graduation will be held Thursday,June 10th at 8 a.m. The place of event is Bright House Field off of Drew Street in Clearwater. The field is home to the Clearwater Threshers and hosts spring training for the

MLB team, The Phillies. It is an open field with about 7,000 seats.

I, as a senior looking forward to graduation, am puzzled as to why our graduation is on such an inconvenient day of the week at such an inconvenient time. I mean most of my family and friends will have to take time off of work or go in late, that would be kind of ludicrous if my mother or best friend could not attend my graduation because they could not get the time off of work. Last year graduation for Countryside was held at the same location but at 7 p.m.

Right with sunset and preceding a fireworks show. It was also a time in which, many people already made it home from work..

Another question I have is, why on my graduation day, after waking up 5 days a week at about 5:00 a.m. for 4 years, do I have to wake up like I am going to school? Ac-

cording to Senior Class President, Catie Munns, students have to be at the field at 6 a.m.

Catie also informed me that other Pinellas County schools beat us to scheduling their graduations at the evening times and now they all are booked. Last year our class was polled asking if we wanted to have our graduation at the USF Sundome in St.Petersburg, as it was 2 years ago, the results were measurably not in favor.The only other option was to hold 2010 Graduation at Bright House Field at 8 in the morning.

Well, my fellow graduates of 2010 I will see you at 6 a.m. Thursday June 10th, good luck getting there on time and on staying awake during the entire ceremony. I sincerely hope all of your family and friends can make it, as well as mine. Hats off Class of 2010, it’s been a long road and our time is finally here!

No bite, no bark, no ban meganMASON

There is a bark. A low, rumbling growl. A scream and the neighbors come running. It wouldn’t be the first time I am playing a game of fetch outside with my four year old American Pit Bull Terrier, Leyla, when I catch a glimpse of concern or a nod of disapproval from an overseer. My thoughts?

You own a Toyota, I own a Pit Bull, what’s the difference?

Pit Bull Terriers have long been a breed less than tolerated in American society. They are often viewed as dogs far too dangerous, wild or unpredictable to be allowed even on public streets. And it is thanks to the naive owners with either a knack to let their dog romp around like it owns the world, or a fetish for seeing their dog a) get obliterated by another dog, or b) their dog obliterate another dog. Because of these brainless morons, the breed itself must suffer.

Pit Bull Bans [as well as other dog breed bans] have been adopted in states and counties across the nation. In many counties, restrictions (opposed to full out bans) are in effect. The ban that hits closest to home: the Full-Out Pit Bull Ban in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Quite honestly, between the massive drug exchanges and the disgusting dog fights, I can understand that

steps must be taken to ensure these illegal affairs in the area come to a halt. However, banning a whole breed of dog is an exaggeration of condescending politicians trying to convince people they are indeed “taking action.” If politicians hadn’t placed this ludicrous ban on Pit Bulls – wasted precious money that otherwise could have allowed our police system to catch the odious criminals – than officers would probably be more adept to take care of the actual problem. The actual problem being the arrogant perpetrators who daily slip through the cracks of our law force. Why are pit bulls being punished for a crime committed by its owner? When a faulty Toyota causes an accident, is it the driver to blame? Or the car’s manufacturer?

There’s a myriad of reasons Breed Bans don’t work. First of all, they’re expensive. The government spends hundreds of thousands of dollars every year attempting to enforce the bans they’ve placed on numerous breeds. According to “The Dog Press”, over a ten-year span Cincinnati, Ohio spent roughly $160,000 each year on breed bans. Legislators are n a lazy sunday afternoon, always looking to cut costs, and shortcut budgets; it doesn’t make sense to Sophia Spencer, 10, plays fetch with two “Pit Bulls” at the implement a law that will not only be ineffective but costly.

Enterprise Dog Park.

Second, the bans are punishing responsible owners. Do legislators honestly believe that a drugged-up criminal that organizes, or participates

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Cheating the System ryanDUCHANE

fortunately, most students do not weigh the consequences against the benefits of such actions.

What drives someone to cheat on a test? Is it out of One thing that may play a large role in the decision to greed, to get a better grade? Desperation, to simply pass cheat is the large amount of dishonesty that students are a class? Or laziness, because actually doing work is out of exposed to outside of school. With everyday news focusing the question? Whatever the reason, c h e a t - on athletes taking steroids or celebrities having affairs, it ing is a problem that has plagued schools has become commonplace to associate cheating with sucfor years. While often portayed in a hu- cess. With these influences and the ever-looming shadow morous light, it is actually a very s e r i o u s of corruption thrown in students faces everyday, what is issue. to blame them from trying to imitate the behavior? One “Everytime I take a test I a l w a y s anonymous student who cheats quite often commented, see at least one person cheating,” said “I’m still waiting to get caught.” senior Max Wolfinbarger. It is important Getting better grades dishonestly reflects poorly on the that students display a sense of pride by not person themselves and is unfair to other students in the copying other work or cheating, as the only class. In the end, though, the only people who can really outcome is losing. “I see students copy- stop the behavior are the students themselves. It is up to ing homework and asking for answers every them to be honest. Instead of slipping a cheat sheet into single day I go to school,” said their papers, they could study more, or have a senior Michael Dzien. “A betfriend tutor them. Senior Malcolm Garcia sug“I According think some ter question is, ‘When don’t I?’” to gests “Go out there people will try the Pinellas County schools Code of Conduct, a n d give it a hundred and to cheat as much as they could if students who cheat will retwelve percent everytime, all the time. If you they were allowed” ceive a zero, and possibly be aren’t ready suspended or expelled. to do that, you “I think some people will try to cheat as much as they a r e n ’ t ready to live.” With schools around Councould if they were allowed,” said English teacher Ms. Ger- tryside and all over America descending into havens of akios, who has recently suffered an influx of cheating stu- violence and dishonesty, would it not be better to have dents. She continues, “But I think the vast majority [of at least one where students earn the trust that is placed in students] don’t [cheat].” In the end, the decision to cheat them? It’s all up to you to decide. on an assignment or test is up to the individual, and uneditor

A word f rom the Career Center j.d.HOPKINS

The Cougar Career Center at Countryside High School, Clearwater, will sponsor its 2nd annual College and Career Fair for students, families, and the general public on the evening of October 28th, 2010, for 6 PM - 8 PM. Representatives will be present from colleges and universities; vocational/technical schools; buisnesses, companies, and clinics; and the military including the recruiters and specialists in ROTC Scholarship Programs. We are also inviting employment agencies and companies with possible job opportunities. For more details, please contact the Career Center at 725-7956, Extention 2079, or email at: pcs.lambk@pcsb.org. Our hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 11 AM- 2 PM, and on Wednesday from 10 AM - 1 AM. - J.D. Hopkins #1 Senior Volunteer in Pinellas County

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Second, the bans are punishing responsible owners. Do legislators honestly believe that a drugged-up criminal that organizes, or participates in the dog-fighting “business” is going to care if it’s illegal or not to own their dog? If they’re already passing around drugs like candy and arranging illegal events, what makes you think that a ban on a dog breed is going to stop them? In the end the convicts will continue to own these dogs, if not move onto a new dog breed, and the moral, law-abiding citizens will be stripped of their rights [and family members].

Thirdly, it will set off a chain of breed bans. By banning one dog breed, lawmakers will develop a trend for blaming “dangerous” dogs opposed to their miscreant owners. Take Springfield, Missouri for example. As of 2010, this quaint town has a ban on nearly 20 dog breeds that include: the Dalmatian, the Golden Retriever, and the Boston Terrier. Before you know it, you’re beloved Pomeranian “Fifi” will no longer be acceptable in society, and either be euthanized or shipped to some country to feed its counterparts.

Lastly, a breed ban on Pit Bulls is nearly impossible. As it turns out, Pit Bull is a generic term used to describe various appearances and mixes of dogs. The “Pit Bull” category encompasses over 10 breeds: including the American Pit Bull Terrier, the Staffordshire Terrier and the American Bulldog. How do politicians intend of banning the “Pit Bull” if in fact they have no clue what they’re looking for?

Neither the American Pit Bull Terrier, nor the “Pit Bull” is vicious. By banning these dogs, absolutely nothing will be accomplished. In truth, we will be doing the exact opposite – unless of course you consider spending money and punishing good Samaritans an accomplishment. The cold hard fact is thousands upon thousands of dogs will die.

And with the way it looks now, you’re dog could die. We’re all quite capable of picking our religion, or something as simple as our car. Why should the government interfere on responsible dog owners picking a breed of dog? Interfere and, if need-be, punish the criminals who make the reasons for the ban. Not the dog.

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