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Eye of the Tiger ROSEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 1 TIGER WAY ROSEVILLE, CA 95678 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Marc Chappelle MANAGING EDITOR Rachel Barber NEWS EDITOR Mikayla Stearns FEATURES EDITOR Tarah Johnson OPINION EDITOR Sam Mailey A&E EDITOR Sophia Cook Gabi Hutson SPORTS EDITOR George Hughes Jason Russell ESPAñOL EDITOR Elizabeth Ayala Viviana Gomez PHOTO EDITOR Amy Adamson Johnny Mulligan

EYEOFTHETIGERNEWS.COM · NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ELECTION: School-centric items hit local ballot BY RACHEL BARBER

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Three items on tomorrow’s ballot may have a direct impact on Roseville High School and its students. Voters will determine who will fill three seats on Roseville Joint Union School District’s Board of Trustees. Two incumbents are up for reelection, but there will be at least one new board member due to Jan Pinney’s retirement after 21 years on the board. Proposition 55 will continue the expiring personal income tax increases enacted in 2012 on earnings over $250,000, with allocations to California schools. Finally, Measure D, which has been covered in detail in the past two editions of Eye of the Tiger,

would bring $96 million to the district and at least $13 million to improve facilities at RHS. Board Current RJUHSD trustees Scott Huber and Linda Park will continue to serve on the Board of Trustees until their terms expire in 2018. The five candidates in the running to join them are Julie Hirota, Gary Johnson, Andrew Tagg, incumbent Rene Aguilera and incumbent Paige Stauss. Those elected will serve four years on the Board of Trustees. Park is hoping to work alongside elected candidates who care about students’ best interests. “It’s really important that the person that we bring into this office is there for the right reasons,” Park

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said. “I’d like to see a board member who’s responsible for what goes on in the community.” She said she would like to work alongside someone who thinks long-term. “[I’d like] someone who has the best interest of the future of the school district at heart.” Proposition 55 If passed, Proposition 55 would provide a 12 year extension of the temporary income tax from Proposition 30 in 2012. Two thirds of the tax revenue raised have been allocated to California K-12 schools and community colleges in past years. Proponents for the proposition point out that it does not raise taxes on anyone. In future years, its revenue will be geared toward things such as helping California’s

teacher shortage, helping restore arts programs and preventing cuts to community college funds. Those opposed claim that the extension is not needed to fund education. They caution that the original 2012 proposition was meant to be a temporary tax and argue it is no longer necessary.

a refurbished pool deck among other campus renovations. “We have some older facilities and we think our community demands and expects to have really nice school facilities,” RJUHSD superintendent Ron Severson said. “The reason people move here is because of the high quality schools.” Of the remaining funds, $30 million will be allocated to the construction of a sixth high school in west Roseville. According to the Placer County sample ballot argument against Measure D, some are concerned that the tax increase will be “difficult for some residents to afford.” It argues that those opposed “would also prefer to see the old bonds fully paid off before the district incurs new debt.”

Measure D If passed, homeowners in district boundaries would pay $15 per $100,000 of their home’s property value annually. The accumulated revenue of approximately $96 million would be allocated to RJUHSD. According to Roseville High School principal David Byrd, the $13 million allocated to RHS will go toward a new gym, an upgraded girls locker room,

ON THE BALLOT

COPY EDITOR Amy Adamson Blake Beaman Nate Nguyen Jack Rosetti FACULTY ADVISER Bobby Ritter The mission of Eye of the Tiger, a newsgathering organization run by Roseville High School students, is to inform, entertain and serve as a public forum for student expression. We will accomplish our goals by reporting unbiased news while offering student perspectives in our columns and editorials. This includes, but is not limited to, prominent issues, changes and events that have an impact on the students and communities of Roseville High School. We will strive to report with depth, accuracy and timeliness. It is not our goal to evoke controversy or sensationalize issues. We do not push moral values or political agendas. Views expressed in the opinion and entertainment sections, columns and letters-tothe-editor are those of the individual author, and do not necessarily belong to Eye of the Tiger staff, this publication or Roseville High School. All letters-to-the-editor must be signed and are subject to review by the editorial board before inclusion in the newspaper. We reserve the right to edit submitted work as needed for space limitations and content. Non-attributed editorials reflect the opinion of the staff and must be approved by the editorial board. Comments? Criticism? Story idea? We want to hear it. Write to us at

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RENE AGUILERA

GARY JOHNSON

JULIE HIROTA

Age: 55 Occupation: Incumbent Relevant experience: 2012-present RJUHSD trustee, 2002-2012 Roseville City School District trustee, Cesar Chavez Youth Leadership Conference founder Platform: Supporter of school, district pride

Age: 45 Occupation: CA CareForce executive director, district parent Relevant experience: 2010-16 Blue Line Arts CEO, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society deputy director Platform: Student-oriented

Age: 65 Occupation: Retired peace officer Relevant experience: Old Adobe School Board, Placer Hills School Board, Placer Hills Fire Protection Board, Site Council member Platform: N/A

PROPOSITION 55 Tax extension to fund education and healthcare initiatives. Extends temporary tax increases enacted in 2012 by twelve years.

PAIGE STAUSS

ANDREW TAGG

Age: 60 Occupation: Incumbent Relevant experience: 2004-present RJUHSD trustee and president, facilities, finance, continuous improvement leadership team comittee member Platform: Rigorous education, maintaining fiscal responsibility

Age: 50 Occupation: Community banker, district parent Relevant experience: 2013-15 Silverado Middle School Site Council, 2010-2013 Quail Glen Site Council, 2015-present Roseville Library Board member Platform: Fresh eyes, new perspective

MEASURE D Local high school improvement measure to raise $96 million to upgrade RJUHSD high schools and construct a sixth high school in West Roseville.

Platform represents Eye of the Tiger Editorial Board’s synopsis of candidates’ responses to interviews held at Roseville High School on Oct. 31.

INTEGRATED: Both paths lead to classroom success CONTINUED FROM FRONT

In addition to reconfiguring Pre-Calc, the RHS math department staff is considering changing the names of the calculus courses: Honors Pre-Calculus may become Pre-Calculus, and the current CP Pre-Calc may become “Math Analysis” or “College Algebra.” “They will basically be the same courses, but there’s been some discrepancies,” Walton said. “Because right now, our PreCalc class doesn’t lead to Calculus, you have to go to Honors Pre-Calc. That’s

been the only reason to consider changing the names: to clarify that a little bit.” According to IM3 teacher Sandra Schmatjen, the district is working on reconfiguring Pre-Calc so that the class is aligned more like the IM courses, rather than the traditional algebra classes. “They are working on altering it, but there isn’t supposed to be a class between IM3 and Pre-Calc,” Schmatjen said. Ray still finds a lot of merit in the Algebra 2 focus of Honors Pre-Calc. “If you asked basically

any calculus teacher how you spell calculus, they would say A-L-G-E-B-RA; and what that means is your algebra skills have to be really good to go into Calculus,” Ray said. “It’s the algebra in calculus that really troubles people more than the calculus itself.” Regardless, Ray feels confident in his ability to prepare students for next step, regardless of their educational history in math. “It’s my job to get a feel for the students, what they know and find out what they don’t know and plug in those holes,” Ray said.

THIS YEAR’S HPC GRADES Came from Algebra 2 Came from CCIM3

56% 50%

33% 20%

20% 11% 10% 0%

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UPCOMINGEVENTS NOV 7-10

Spirit Week Dress up for Clash of Fashion, Heroes, Decades, Colors and Classes throughout the week.

NOV 18

NOV 11

Fall Festival Student Government hosts games at lunch.

Veteran’s Day No school.

NOV 10-19

NOV 21-25

Fall play RHS Theater Company’s Noises Off debuts Nov. 10. There are shows on Nov. 12, 17, 18 and 19.

Thanksgiving Break No school. Administration building will be closed.

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BONFIRE RALLY

GOV: Students petition for district-level action CONTINUED FROM FRONT

proposal to move AP Gov to cover 10 credits began before this school year. “Myself and admin were working under the premise that we could have both quarter one and quarter two as a AP credit because you are doing AP Gov work,” Dooley said. “However, we were hitting resistance at that point to get it approved at the district level, because when it was tried elsewhere in the district, it was not approved by College Board or the UC system.” Seniors Alexis Clouser and Morgan Jamison started a petition to raise awareness of student concerns at the district level. “We formed a petition with the signatures of AP Government students, even other possibly incoming AP government students to gain support,” Clouser said. “It’s not a slip-up of communication from the administration, but it’s a huge failure on their part.” Jamison is disappointed that the second quarter is not weighted. “I’m really frustrated. I enjoy the class, but I’m not getting credit for the second half,” Jamison said. “It’s like being paid 20 hours when you worked 40 hours, so I’m kind of being cheated and let down.” According to Malia, AP government has always been five credits and she understands the frustration of students. “AP Government has al-

ways been five credits and not saying that it should always be and I know the students are not happy,” Malia said. “I understand that acquity of the content takes you the full 18 weeks then equitably it should be worth the same amount of credits.” Malia believes that the AP credit process is still at the teacher level. “ As far as I know, the AP gov credit process is still at the teacher level, where the teacher’s are having the conversations about it,” Malia said. “There has been nothing that has gone up the chain yet.” However, Dooley believes that getting AP government credits approved is going to benefit everyone as a whole. “When it was tried elsewhere, it wasn’t approved by UC or by College Board, but now they don’t have a problem,” Dooley said. “So we are hoping that by showing other schools that that’s the case and that all our students throughout the district are going to benefit from having AP Government count for the 2 full terms, then it’s going to be something that benefits our whole district.” According to Malia, administration values student voice and opinion on campus. “I think it’s important for students, especially for seniors, to have a voice and to understand the process and the most effective way of going about mak-

ing change,” Malia said. “In this case it’s probably the student voice and the reasons it will be important for anybody hearing this in the process, such as principal, teachers and district administration.” Even though Clouser was aware of the unweighted second quarter, but expected better communication between the admin and students. “I think it was a surprise because of the huge failure to communicate this with students and it feels like we are being lied to and being let down,” Clouser said. “The best way I can put it is that they failed to let us know this information because I’m assuming that all of us went into this knowing or believing that we were gonna receive the AP credit for the whole semester.” Jamison is also trying to communicate with other AP students in the district about the unweighted quarter of their course. “I spoke to my counselor and I’m also connecting with the AP students in other schools in the district to see if they are going through the same problem and how they can help us,” Jamison said. Malia hopes that students are enrolling in the AP class for the right reasons. “The students should also understand this is not just for the grade bump but for the amount of work they put in and the time and not weighing against what you are earning,” Malia said.

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Above, junior Reece Brown, seniors Thomas Okleberry and Parker Crews sing “Wonderwall” by Oasis at the Bonfire rally. Last Thursday, students and staff came out to the upper fields to support the student performers and varsity football team. Students sang and played instruments in front of a bonfire that burned a flag with “Oakmont Vikings” on it.

WEIGHT: Enrollment may be affected by credit drop CONTINUED FROM FRONT

According to Fernandez, as of the first day of school in August, any student who signed up for a community college would adhere to the new board policy regarding weighted grades. Some students took the courses over summer to receive the grade bump, some took classes to allow more room in their schedule during the school or to graduate early. Social science teacher Mark Andreatta feels it is not fair to give students the grade bump because they are already receiving college credit for the course and does not feel the future drop in credit for the classes will have an increase in enrollment in his classes. “I average four to five AP sections a year with around 35-40 students per class. I don’t see a significant increase because of the grade bump policy,” Andreatta said. “I think enrollment

will stay consistent to what is has been in the past.” On the other hand, AP Government teacher Dana Dooley feels as if she will see an increase in enrollment in her AP classes at RHS because students will desire the extra grade bump for their GPA. “Without a grade bump incentive at college level, students may find it more enticing to take our college-level offerings at Roseville,” Dooley said. “Especially seeing as students earn a grade bump in our AP classes.” According to Fernandez, RHS is not the only high school that will be grandfathering the grade bump for students only in the class of 2017. “The meeting to decide to extend the weighted grade bump through the summer for eleventh grade students was attended by all district counselors,” Fernandez said. “As far as I know, all the other schools in our

district decided to adhere to the policy of allowing the weighted credit through the end of summer, but only for eleventh grade students. Last year’s tenth grade students had to follow the new board policy beginning last summer.” Junior Amanda Sjoberg, who enrolled in US History over the summer at Sierra College, strongly disagrees with the new policy to not award any student below the class of 2017 a grade bump. “I think it’s unfair that high school students are putting the extra work in and exposing themselves to a new learning environment, only for all of the immense hard work to be the equivalent as an average CP course at Roseville,” Sjoberg said. “AP classes are designed to be taught at the college level, and so you are given a grade bump. But when taking actual college classes, you are not receiving the credit for it.”

NEWSINBRIEFS JSA preps for next Model UN with workshop BY BRIAN NUEVO

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Last Saturday, Junior State of America attended a delegate workshop to help prepare them for Model UN in 2017. This workshop was held at Berkeley, and schools from all over Northern California attended. This workshop had no prep work to prepare, as it is a workshop compared to their Model UN competition from last spring. Club adviser Dana Dooley sees this workshop as an opportunity to connect with other schools to help students prepare and grow as a club next year. “We will also be able to forge networks with other schools and hopefully find some local schools that are also doing this work so we can connect and have people to connect rather than just going to Berkeley,” Dooley said. Dooley sees the workshop as a chance to learn and develop for model UN. “We’ll be coached for model UN, and help grow Junior State of America on Saturday,” Dooley said. Alex Suba, a member of JSA, sees this workshop as

a positive footnote towards preparing them towards the more intense Model UN at UC Davis. “This workshop could be beneficial for us and help to get us ready for the Model UN next year,” Suba said.

Cafeteria work completes, menu ready to expand options BY NATE NGUYEN

n.nguyen@eyeofthetigernews.com

The cafeteria renovations finished Oct. 17, along with a remodeled bathroom after about two and a half months of construction. The renovations began with the kitchen’s freezers, refrigerators and other appliances, according to principal David Byrd. Byrd hopes the renovations will create a safer and more efficient work environment for the cafeteria employees. “I’m really happy for the people who work in [the cafeteria],” Byrd said. “I think it makes for an easier work environment, they’re great people.” According to head food services manager Jay Brown, the cafeteria will now begin to phase in the foods that they used to serve

before, but had temporarily discontinued because of the construction. The change started on Oct. 24 with the reintroduction of pizza and fries, which was met with positive feedback from students. According to Byrd, the new food options and variety is a welcome relief following the limited choices due to the kitchen renovations. “I’m glad that they’re looking at some different options [and] some variety,” Byrd said. “I’m sure that when we’ve had to bring in food from the outside for the past two and a half months that everybody’s going to be relieved to have something a little bit different.” According to RHS senior Freddy Aguilera, the renovations rejuvenated the cafeteria compared to its previous condition. “It just looks so much cleaner than last time, because back then, when were entered as freshman, it just looked disgusting,” Aguilera said. “It looked old.” Aguilera believes the renovations to the bathroom are a wasted effort. “The urinal is gone and it’s kind of stupid because the whole bathroom is divided in two because half of the bathroom is the stall,” Aguilera said. “They wasted their time.”

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ESPAÑOL

DEPORTES: LOS 10 MEJORES ATLETAS DE LA TEMPORADA

BRENDAN MCMINN

KAYLA KWONG

SAVANAH SMITH

NICO ANDRADA

ANNE HOPPES

Esta temporada el jugador que toma el primer puesto para los diez mejores atletas, es el jugador del equipo de fútbol Americano, estudiante en su último año, Brendan McMinn. “En el campo el camina como ejemplo,” dijo Andrada. “Él es el jugador más dedicado en el equipo y nos motiva a trabajar más fuerte.” -Jamie Bateman

Otra vez apareciendo en los diez mejores atletas es la jugadora de golf, Kayla Kwong. Ella lleva el puesto número dos de los mejores atletas del mes. “Kayla ha sido un líder y un ejemplo para las demás,” dijo el entrenador Fukuman. “Ella camina como ejemplo y apoya de sus compañeros que le ha ganado su respeto.” -Nolan Frame

Tomando el tercer puesto en los diez mejores jugadores de la temporada, Savanah Smith, en el equipo de varsity voleibol, ha demostrado su contribución y esfuerzo hacia el equipo. “Ella mantiene a todos en estándares altos que nos motiva para continuar nuestro camino en convertirnos jugadoras fuertes,” dijo Mckay.

Tomando el cuarto puesto es jugador de fútbol americano Nico Andrada. Andrada guia la línea defensiva en la temporada de este año. “Yo siento que soy más como un líder este año; entrando a la temporada, yo sabía que yo iba que tener que trabajar más duro para poder comenzar la defensa,” dijo Andrada. -Megan Anderson

Nadando al puesto número cinco, es la jugadora de polo acuático Anne Hoppes. El entrenador de polo acuático, Paul Stewart, cree que ella puede fácilmente ser una de las mejores jugadoras de polo acuático que han jugado en Roseville High School. Si Hoppes continúa a aplicar sus habilidades en cada juego, Stewart predice que ella sera una de las mejores jugadoras en RHS. -Kale Jibson

-Elena Bateman y Emily Wright

JAY RAZZANO

KYLE GARD

JORDYN BERRY

JESSICA DONAHUE

JULIETTE OLIVER

Jay Razzano viene a ser el atleta número seis para la temporada del año 2016. Razzano ha jugado dos años en el equipo de varsity de fútbol americano como el corredor. De acuerdo a un jugador del equipo, Josh Clark, el liderazgo de Razzano maneja el equipo hacía éxito. “Él ha sido una persona motivador que nos mantiene enfocados,” dijo Clark. “Él verdaderamente es la definición de un líder.”

En el número siete entra el jugador del polo aquatico, Kyle Gard. A pesar de las contribuciones de Gard a su equipo no sólo viene de su juego, pero a partir de sus esfuerzos como capitán y como un ejemplo. “El es un jugador muy talentoso, con una actitud positiva en todos los juegos y hacía cada compañero de equipo,” dijo Anthony Morales.

Número ocho de la lista es el corredor de fútbol americano, Jordyn Berry. Compañero del equipo Ben Baker piensa que Berry ha sido una gran parte del equipo por su energía y entusiasmo. “Yo estoy muy orgulloso que él es mi amigo él nos ha sacado de esta temporada como un equipo,” dijo Baker. -Blake Beaman

Número nueve viene a ser jugadora de varsity voleibol Jessica Donahue quien toma el segundo puesto en la liga con un total de 64 bloques. Su compañera Sydney Richardson, siente que Donahue merece su puesto en la lista por su esfuerzo y dedicación que ella ha puesto hacia el equipo.

Llevandose número diez y el último puesto de los diez mejores atletas, jugadora de Tenis, Juliette Oliver. Oliver ha sido la capitana del equipo por dos años consecutivos, y ha guiado el equipo al récord de ganancias por la primera vez en cuatro temporadas. “Ella nunca se da por vencida cuando enfrentando a sus adversarios,” dijo Kranig.

-Dominic Taylor

-Karli Dugger y Kylie Irwin

-Jackson Esparza

-Brandon Del Rosario

NOTICIAS

REPORTAJES

MEGAN ANDERSON EYE OF THE TIGER

Arriba: Profesor Andreatta se ríe mientras le ayuda a un estudiante de su clase de psicología AP en la tercera hora. El distrito de RJUHSD ha decidido no dar crédito para ciertos cursos universitarios POR MEGAN ANDERSON

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Después de una junta entre los consejeros del distrito de Roseville Joint High School District, han decidido dar crédito adicional a estudiantes en sus último año sí han tomado un curso en la universidad durante el verano en Sierra College o American River College. El octubre pasado, el comité de educación decidió no dar crédito adicional para los cursos de colegio

comunitario que toman los estudiantes en la preparatoria, como los cursos de psicología, gobierno, ciencias económicas, y historia de los Estados Unidos. Cualquier estudiante que se gradué después de la clase de 2017, no recibirá crédito adicional para estos cursos. El consejero de RHS, Jason Bradley, dice que estudiantes todavía recibirán crédito adicionales para cualquier curso en que tiene un “requisito previo” en la misma área que califica para los créditos sumados. De acuerdo a la consejera Graciela Fernández, premiando el crédito adicional a los estudiantes era la mane-

ra más justa de acercarse al tema. También de acuerdo a Fernandez, RHS no es la única preparatoria que no dará el crédito adicional a los estudiantes del año 2017. La clase de 2018 ya no recibirá ese crédito adicional mas. La estudiante de la clase de 2018 Amanda Sjoberg, tomó historia de los Estados Unidos y está en completo desacuerdo con la nueva regla de no premiar a los estudiantes del año 2018 con los créditos adicionales que da tomar dichas clases. “Creo que es injusto que los estudiantes que ponen su mayor esfuerzo y dedicación solo por una inmensa manera de duro trabajo que solo equivalga a una clase normal,” dijo Sjoberg. “Las clases avanzadas están diseñadas para cursarse a un nivel de universidad. Pero cuando tomas clases avanzadas de universidad de hecho no recibes el crédito por ellas.” La profesora de gobierno AP Dana Dooley siente que ella verá un aumento en la inscripción de sus clases de AP porque los estudiantes quieren el extracrédito.

CORTESÍA BIANCA LARA EYE OF THE TIGER

Arriba: Estudiante en su tercer año y su familia asisten la carrera anual de Lupus en el parque de Golden Gate en San Francisco. Estudiante de RHS mantiene la fe durante circunstancias difíciles POR JACK ROSETTI

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La enfermedad autoinmune, Lupus, afecta a cinco millones de personas, una de las cuales asiste Roseville High School. Cuando ella tenía 10 años, los doctores le dijeron a Bianca Lara que ella tenía Lupus. “Yo no sabía cómo era,” dijo Lara. “Yo me enferme por dos meses; mis manos se empezaron a hinchar, mis caderas y yo no podía caminar en las escaleras.” Lara después fue informada

que ella tenía que parar de hacer las actividades común y corrientes. Con el fin de aumentar el conocimiento del Lupus, Lara, su familia y sus amigos empezaron a participar en la caminata anual de San Francisco. Lara encuentra consuelo en estar rodeado de sus seres queridos y los que le entienden su enfermedad. “Es muy guay ver a todos reunidos allí,” dijo Lara. “Es muy bien tener el apoyo de todos ellos porque me animan a seguir peleando la enfermedad, y cuando es difícil, yo sé que ellos estuvieron conmigo y nunca me abandonarían.”

De acuerdo a la mamá de Lara Veronica, la cantidad de familiares que asisten la caminata ha crecido tremendamente. “Nosotros venimos de una familia grande. La familia de mi esposo y mi familia [asisten],” dijo Veronica. “Ella tiene amigos cercanos que le apoyan. Cuando ella se enferma ellos siempre están para apoyarla.” Veronica admira la forma en que Bianca maneja la enfermedad, a pesar de haber pasado muchas circunstancias difíciles. Estudiante en su tercer año Madison Abel, una de las mejores amigas de Lara, reconoce que tan fuerte ella se ha mantenido y su actitud hacia las circunstancias siempre ha mantenido positiva. “Hemos sido amigas cercanas desde el primer grado. Lo maneja demasiadamente bien y nunca se ha desanimado por ello, que es muy impresivo,” dijo Abel. “Ella siempre está contenta.” Lara mantiene la fe y mira hacia el futuro con esperanzas que un día se encontrara el remedio.

EVENTOSFUTUROS NOV 7-10

Semana de disfraz Lunes: día de las modas; martes: día de los héroes; miércoles: día de las décadas; y jueves día de los colores, rally de las clases.

NOV 18

NOV 11

No hay escuela Día de los veteranos. Administración estará cerrado.

Festival del otoño Evento de gobierno estudiantil en la calle de Campo.

NOV 21-25

NOV 10-19

RHS presenta la obra del otoño Ven a ver la compania de RHS presentar la obra de teatro Noises Off.

No hay escuela Descanso del día de gracias, la administración estará cerrada.

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Junior perseveres through Lupus struggle by jack rosetti

j.rosetti@eyeofthetigernews.com

Lupus, an autoimmune disease, affects five million people worldwide, one of which that goes to Roseville High School. When she was 10 years old, doctors told junior Bianca Lara that she has Lupus. “I didn’t really know what it was,” Lara said. “I got really sick for two months; my hands started swelling, my hips hurt and I couldn’t really walk up the stairs.” Lara would later be told that she would need to stop doing some of the activities she loved most. “Later on [doctors] told me that I couldn’t play softball because of my joints and stuff, which really really sucked,” Lara said. “We decided to go get a second opinion in San Francisco and he actually told me that it’s better for me to play sports because my joints won’t get so stiff, so I started playing again.” In order to raise awareness for Lupus, Lara, her family and her closest friends started participating in an annual walk in San Francisco. “I’m pretty sure I was 12 years old, and my cousin was looking up stuff to

COURTESY CHRISTIAN BLACK

Junior Deion Jennings uses his father’s wrestling career as motivation to improve on the football field (left). Jennings’ father Christian Black shows off his wrestling belt before a match (above). COURTESY BIANCA LARA

see what we can do to raise awareness,” Lara said. “[The run] came up and it was like 10 of us maybe, and we just put on purple shirts and went on the walk. It’s in San Francisco at the Golden Gate Park.” Lara finds comfort in being surrounded by those she loves and those who also have the disease. “It’s really cool to see everyone there,” Lara said. “It’s really good to have support from all them because they tell me to keep fighting, and when it was hard, I knew they were there for me so I knew I wasn’t alone in a way.”

According to Lara’s mom Veronica, the amount of family members that attend has exponentially grown through the years. “We come from a very big family. My husband’s family and my family [attend],” Veronica said. “She has really close friends that always support her. When she gets sick they always bring her support.” Veronica admires the way in which Lara handles Lupus, despite having to deal with difficult circumstances. “I am super proud of her in a way she shakes off at times. I’m very proud

she has kept faith through it all because if you have to have faith, it will give you strength,” Veronica said. Junior Madison Abel, one of Lara’s closest friends, recognizes how strong Lara is to always maintain a positive attitude and lifestyle. “We’ve been friends since first grade. I think it’s really unfortunate and sad that she has Lupus but she handles it really well and is never discouraged by it, which I think is super impressive,” Abel said. “She’s always super happy. So we started going on the Lupus runs because we really

COURTESY BIANCA LARA

Above: Junior Bianca Lara and her family attend the annual 2016 Walk to End Lupus Now at San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. Left: From left to right, juniors Karli Dugger, Bianca Lara, Kylie Irwin and Madison Abel have been attending the Lupus run for the past five years.

wanted to support her and her family does it too.” PE teacher Greg Granucci believes that due to Lara’s passion, she is in line to have a bright future. “I think she’s going to be really successful in whatever she tries to do. She has good drive and knows how to set goals and work hard to achieve goals,” Granucci said.

“She’s very determined and I think she’s going to be super successful.” According to Veronica, Lara keeps a positive mindset each day, and even offers support when Lara needs it. “She’s super positive,” Veronica said. “ I’ve always told her, ‘You have Lupus, Lupus doesn’t have you.’”

Benard makes her debut by EVA LEWIS

e.lewis@eyeofthetigernews.com

The Debutante Ball is a special debut for young girls who have reached the age of maturity and adulthood, to come out into society in a debut for family and friends. Senior Demauria Benard recently entered the 53rd group of Debutantes of the Sacramento AKA’s, October 22. Benard’s grandmother was the one who introduced the ball to her, telling Benard that it was her senior year and she should apply. “The Debutante ball is your debut, it’s your debut into society. It’s almost like a Quinceanera.” Benard said. The ball was Benard’s way to show she is growing up and becoming a young women. According to Benard, she had to go dress shopping and there was extensive preparation that went into hosting the ball. “This ball meant to me that I am more than just a student, I actually am growing up into a young woman and I am going to be leaving home soon,” Benard said. “It’s like my first real step.” Debutante balls have been around for centuries, originating from the United Kingdom for young girls to showcase themselves as young adults. A tradition that is still prominent in the south. Benard stepped out of her comfort zone and learned new life experiences along with long time memories. “It was a really fun

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Senior Kate Takahashi works in the only academic class she attends a day, PLTW Biomedical Science. Her teachers have been accommodating her while she battles an unkown ailment.

Student aims high, despite illness

by VIKTORIA BARR

v.barr@eyeofthetigernews.com

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Senior Demauria Benard celebrates her debut into society as an 18 year old with Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Debutante ball. experience because I got to hangout with my mom more,” Benard said. “It really hit my comfort zone because I don’t like public speaking and I had to do a lot of that.” Benard explained to friends and family what her event was about and what it meant to her. Benard’s close friend and senior Barry Lewis was excited for Bernard. “Demauria talked to me about the ball, I thought it was really cool. She seemed really excited,” Lewis said. “I was really excited for her. It just shows that she is growing up and it’s a great thing for her.” Haley O’Briant another close friend to Benard said Benard was thrilled to be doing this event, and she

is happy she went forward with it. “I think it was an amazing event for her to be apart of,” O’Briant said. “ It was able to open up her personality and it allowed her to become more comfortable with public speaking.” Benard is happy to have her friends and family support her on her journey, “I was excited the whole time, except for the night of, I got super nervous” Benard said. “But after it was done and over with I was relieved and happy to have all my family and friends there. It was just a really nice experience to know that I’m cared for.” According to Benard, she’lll be looking back on this experience for years to come.

Roseville High School senior Kate Takahashi has been traveling to what seems like an uncountable amount of doctor’s appointments since the ending of her sophomore year. This is due to an undiagnosed illness that has caused her to miss nine weeks of school last year. Although Takahashi’s calendar has been almost completely consumed by doctors appointments and tests, she is still able to maintain her grades and has had help from many teachers and friends. “It was pretty hard last year, I missed nine weeks or so and I took four AP classes so trying to keep up or catch up was kind of hard, but my friends helped me,” Takahashi said. In the beginning of Takahashi’s illness she experienced difficulties in getting sick leave from Administration, however

was impressed with how accommodating they were. “At first we were trying to figure out how the absences worked and we had to make sure they were excused, but the nurse and my counselor were really helpful with that and being able to get a 504 plan which helps with my absences,” Takahashi said. Takahashi hopes to attend UC Davis next year with the intention of learning how to help those who are in need of it, just like those who have helped her through the obstacles her illness has provided. “I want to go into the medical field. I think that this whole process has shown me the importance of doctors and nurses and how good ones change your experience so much,” Takahashi said. “I would like to go into that field which is why I’m taking that class at Roseville,”. Roseville High School senior Kaitlyn Pon has been close friends with

Takahashi since the sixth grade and has seen first hand the transformation that has happened to her physical and mental state. According to Pon, she’s struggled to see Takahashi endure the hardships of her illness. “I think it is difficult and it has taken a huge toll on her health, it’s been hard seeing her struggle because it’s painful and the doctors don’t really know what it is so they can’t easily solve it,” Pon said. According to Takahashi’s mom Karen Takahashi, the journey to trying to find her daughter proper treatment has been emotional and still ongoing. “It has been an emotional journey knowing your daughter is sick and in pain and you’re not able to help her properly,” Karen said. “I think we’re at a place where she has more good days than bad days and she’ll live life to the fullest knowing she’ll be affected and live accordingly.”

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Senior fulfills childhood dream at Folsom Zoo Bennett interns at Folsom Zoo in pursuit of lifelong career BY KENZIE DUNCAN

k.duncan@eyeofthetigernews.com

Roseville High School senior Thalia Bennett was presented with the opportunity to intern at the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary. She began working at the zoo this past July, and plans on being a part of the zoo until June of this upcoming year. “When I was three years old, I declared I wanted to be a veterinarian,” Bennett said. “My heart has always been with animals, and so now I’m leaning more towards wildlife biology and zoology.” Bennett has felt a love for animals since a young age, her family adopted a dog from the SPCA when she was two years old. “I relate to them so well, and they’re so expressive. They’ve always touched my heart,” Bennett said. “That was probably awakened to me when we adopted our first dog at the SPCA, from then on I just knew that I wanted to do something with animals for the rest of my life.” According to Bennett, the zoo internship opportunity was suggested two years ago during a family trip to the Folsom Zoo when she was 15 years old. Bennett applied for the internship the following year. According to Bennett she received an eight page application form, a letter of intent and an interview if the initial application is

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Senior Thalia Bennett interacts with a deer at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. Bennett interns at the zoo every weekend and tends to the animals by cleaning cages, providing food, and monitoring the facility. accepted. Bennett started in late July of this year. She was required to meet a monthly quota regarding work hours. “I go every weekend at least one day, for me, that’s Sunday because usually I get to work with large carnivores,” Bennett said. “Saturday is more with pasture animals.” Bennett says there is a lot more than someone would guess that happens behind the scenes of a zoo facility. “I have to wash a lot of dishes and cook a lot of meals for the animals, it’s kind of like working in the kitchen of a restaurant sometimes,” Bennett said.

“It’s definitely physical labor.” According to Bennett, Bennett wants to continue working in a field that involves animals and hopes to follow a career path involving wildlife biology or zoology, and feels that this is an experience beneficial in getting there. “It’s given me a taste of what is to come, and given me skills that I can apply in pursuing wildlife biology, it’s been really eye opening and something that I’m extremely grateful for,” Bennett said. “I went out on a limb, I wanted to get my feet wet and see if this is something I actually wanted

to do.” According to Bennett, the animals at the Folsom Zoo have varying personalities, and are easy to be around. “I feel really at ease when I’m with animals. I just feel like I understand them, and that they too also get me. It’s this really simple, affectionate relationship,” Bennett said. “They’re always fascinating in one way or another.” Bennett’s supervisor at the Folsom Zoo Jill Lute says that Bennett is very helpful and is very nice to work with. “She is very friendly, she follows directions well, and

Coleman gives back through Red Cross BY CLAIRE OERTLY AND VICTORIA WILKINSON features@eyeofthetigernews.com

Roseville High School government teacher Jon Coleman has put a lot of his time outside of school into various activities that, according to Coleman, give him a greater sense of purpose in his community. “I think working in the community is important because there’s always something that happens, you do what you need to do to make your community a better place,” Coleman said. Coleman volunteers with the Red Cross and disaster services, Sacramento Medical Reserve Corps and the Elk Grove Galt: Community Emergency Response Team. Besides his volunteer work, Coleman is also the coach of the RHS Trap Team, striving to set a good example for his students by volunteering and coaching. “I think it’s important. I think it sets a good example for my students, my children and giving back to the community, everybody should,” Coleman said. Not only does the Trap Team allow for students to pursue their passions, but it also gives Coleman an outlet to have fun with his students. “I love it. I get to play with the kids,” Coleman said. “A day at the range is always a good day.” The multiple hobbies Coleman are involved with are unique and fitting for

she is reliable,” Lute said. According to Lute has a lot of hope for Bennett’s future, and that it will bring her great opportunities. “If this is something she wants to continue on with, I think she does very well and if she continues to volunteer there are always opportunities to move up and learn new things,” Lute said. Roseville High School junior and Bennett’s friend Anuya Kamath noticed the passion Bennett had for animals in middle school. “She has a natural gift when it comes to working with animals and her compassion and love for them

is a great part of her,” Kamath said. Kamath is proud of Bennett for taking advantages of the opportunities Bennett was presented, and is excited to see what the future has in store for her. “She is being so proactive about her future by volunteering so consistently at the zoo, and I know that her passion and skills will only grow as she continues to experience everything she can from this opportunity,” Kamath said. According to Kamath, she believes she could see Bennett choosing a career path involving animals. “I would love to see her as a veterinarian or in any career where she gets to interact personally with animals,” Kamath said. “I have a lot of confidence in her and I know that she’ll succeed and flourish in whatever career she chooses for herself.” According to Bennett, along with the support she receives from Kamath her family is also very supportive of her endeavors. “My family was really supportive, but my mom jokes around everyday by saying, ‘Make sure you don’t get eaten by a tiger today,’” Bennett said. According to Bennett, she may have to leave the Folsom Zoo when she leaves for college, but has been thoroughly enjoying her experience thus far. “Working at the zoo is a year long commitment, so it depends on what school I’ll be attending in terms of whether I’m staying or not,” Bennett said. It’s really just been amazing and I’m so blessed to have received the oppurtunity to further my experience.”

HUMANS OF RHS Campus monitor and bus driver Nancy Rash has been working at Roseville High School since 2008. Though supervising students every day is her job, she simultaneously wants to be a symbol of comfort and security for RHS students. Nancy currently copes with the heavy weight of herfather’s illness and wants to retire doing what she loves.

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Outside of the classroom, CP Government teacher Jon Coleman volunteers at the Red Cross and disaster services as a way to give back to his community. his personality, according to RHS assistant principal Matt Pipitone. “He’s a fun loving guy with a great sense of humor and a joy for life,” Pipitone said. “I think it’s pretty awesome. It’s not every day you know someone that involved in that sort of thing. It’s something he enjoys doing.” Over the years, Coleman has taken it upon himself to give back to the community in hopes that in a time of need the community will give back to him. “If I’m not willing to step up and help my community, how can I expect someone to step up and help me if I need help?” Coleman said. Not only colleagues, but also Coleman’s students

recognize his character, which shows in and out of the classroom. “I didn’t know that Mr. Coleman did so much to help the community but it makes sense, he’s a good guy,” senior Ash Cayabyab said. According to Coleman, he likes to stay busy and might as well help someone while doing so. “I’m an EMT, I do a lot of first aid at events,” Coleman said. “I like working with people and helping put someone back together, it’s kind of fun.” Coleman enjoys the interaction he gets with new people. “It’s a lot of fun working in the community, people are generally grateful and

it’s a great way to meet people,” Coleman said. Coleman encourages everyone to give back in a way that they’re comfortable with and able to do. “I think everybody should volunteer with something,” Coleman said. “Everyone has something to offer.” Coleman’s active participation in RHS’ Trap Team has enabled many students to try something new and broaden their horizons. “It’s a great thing, it’s been a great asset to this campus,” Pipitone said. “A whole lot of kids are involved in something they wouldn’t have normally done, or at least they found something they enjoy doing that’s connected to this school.”

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This job has had a ton of impact on me, it’s changed me dramatically. I’m significantly more patient. I feel like I want to be an authority, but in the same breath I want to be somebody that students feel they can talk to, feel comfortable with. They can and have. I’ve heard everything imaginable. There are ups and downs. The downs would be when I have to adult, because I want to live in a bubble. I believe that we are all here for one reason, and that’s to succeed. After this, I want to continue to be a use and have a connection with the kids. I foresee myself retiring doing this. Recently it’s been hard to think about my dad. He has Alzheimer’s, and the clock is ticking. This job actually affords him to tag along in football games. I call him whenever the schools are in competition and he loves it. So I’m hoping to still have some years left with my father and continue to grow with my grandchildren. I live play and work in Roseville, and I love it.”

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AP Gov deserved clearer communication Local election Unweighted EYE OF THE TIGER’S VIEW

endorsements

credit news should have broke sooner

PAIGE STAUSS

BY JAKE LITTLEJOHN

j.littlejohn@eyeofthetigernews.com

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tudents who decided to take AP government this year made a big mistake. Heading into the school year, students were told they would receive weighted AP credit for both terms. This is simply just not the case. Currently only the first term of AP gov’t will receive credit and not the second. The question the students need to ask is, why weren’t we told this would happen? It turns out, a lack of communication failed to inform students that they would not receive weighted credit. Many things needed to happen in order for AP gov’t to get credit. The University of California system, college board, and the RJUHSD district all need to approve of this. So what is the problem? The problem is that the UC system and College Board don’t care whether AP gov’t gets five or ten points towards students’ GPAs, but the Roseville Joint Union High School District does. So if the

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district knew that AP gov’t would not receive credit this year, then why not just communicate with the counselors to notify the students. Before we start looking at how AP government can receive credit, we need to look at the previous problem. Why weren’t students notified that they would not receive credit? For the students who are in the class now, they are basically stuck in a bubble and have no way out. They have the decision to drop the class, but that doesn’t look good, or just continue with it, keep doing APlevel work and hurt their GPA. I just don’t understand why students were able to sign up for an AP class but not get the full credit. For some students, knowing whether or not they would receive a grade bump would definitely influence

their decision on taking the class. Why are we finding this information out now? Teachers, RJUHSD, and colleges all agree that the second half of AP government deserves AP credit, but what is this talk worth when there is opposite action? This is not fair to the students or the teacher to have to go through while not knowing if they will be receiving credit. The teacher doesn’t know whether they should be making it difficult or not and the students have no idea what will happen to their GPA after the class. University of California system, and college board have both declared that there is no problem receiving AP credit for the second term of AP government. So why are students not receiving a bump? If I knew at the beginning of

the year that I would not get a bump for this class, there is no way I’d sign up. I would have taken the common CP government, got a good grade and got out of there. When signing up for an AP class, the main question students think about is who the teacher is, how long is it, and whether or not the student will get AP credit. This year, in the second term of AP government, one of those three listed is not going to work. Why would a student want to take a class that is the difficulty level of AP, but not get the actual credit? Thanks but no thanks. If the class does not receive a grade bump, that is fine. The material should be much easier and the class should be less stressful just like a common CP class.

ROAR bucks lose incentive value in slow rollout BY ANILA LIJO

a.lijo@eyeofthetigernews.com

OAR bucks were introduced not too long ago and to be honest I have not heard much about them. I do, however, remember seeing a lot of posters around campus last year. I came to RHS junior year as a transfer student, and no one was really talking about it. Moreover, I feel like no one was excited about ROAR bucks in the first place. Yes, I understand that I came in last year, and that might not qualify me to write about this topic, but honestly that just proves that the school has not

worked enough to make people aware about this. Admin created the whole system of ROAR because they wanted to create a better environment at school – a respectful, on task, aware and responsible environment to be specific. Admin and teachers do a great job when it comes to other things like educating, campus security or disciplining kids, but when it comes to staying consistent with ROAR, the time it took for the prize delivery system to come is a testament to how high of a priority ROAR is. It’s great that admin wants to create a ROAR environment, but an effort like ROAR won’t take effect unless it’s promoted and publicized regularly. Since its introduction, if students were respectful, on task, aware or responsible in class or anywhere around campus, they would earn a ROAR

buck. Until recently, when students earned a ROAR buck, they couldn’t redeem it for a prize because the system was not set up. I believe that’s partially why it failed because when a student earned a ROAR buck and went to student services to redeem it for a prize, they were disappointed because there was no prize system. It’s normal to be let down after looking forward to something for a while and there are very few students who actually went back to redeem their prize or even want to earn a ROAR buck again. I have not earned a ROAR buck and I don’t know anyone who has except maybe just one. I also think that the teachers should also be responsible enough to award these bucks or tickets when they see that their students are responsible, aware, on task and respectful.

And all the classes I have been to, the teachers don’t seem to caring about the ROAR tickets. This goes back to the admin not pushing this enough. Of course, teachers have to teach the material to students and they have other priorities than awarding ROAR tickets. But I feel like if admin pushed teachers to have them make this a priority, this system would work. Of course, teachers and the admin should work together for this to happen in the long run, but cooperation and persistence is key here. I understand that they do have other important matters to take care of, but I feel like this is important too because the vision and goal of RHS is working together to create a respectful, aware, on task and responsible environment and prepare students for post-secondary education.

Stauss’s track record during her 12 years on the board, familiarity with fiscal responsibilities and district budgeting suggest an outstanding board member. Her past experience will help with redrawing boundaries when the sixth high school opens.

ANDREW TAGG STRONGLY ENDORSE With a daughter at Woodcreek High School, Tagg is personally invested in students’ interests. On a professional level, his successful banking career and third-party perspective will bring a fresh pair of eyes to the board.

JULIE HIROTA ENDORSE Hirota’s involvement in her RHS daughter’s primary education and nonprofit organizations exemplifies her selflessness and suggest she is a strong team player.

RENE AGUILERA ENDORSE Aguilera’s prior work on the board and active particpation at all sites prove his loyalty and commitment to improving RJUHSD.

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Academic Enrichment policy equalizes opportunity

tudents planning to take some Academic Enrichment courses at Sierra College wonder if they’ll receive the same weighted credit as students who already who took the course in years prior. This question comes due to Roseville Joint Union High School District’s decision to revoke the weighted credit from first-level Sierra courses. We appreciate RJUHSD’s diplomatic and considerate “Yes and no” response to these concerns. “Yes” in that the district decided to grandfather current seniors into the old weighted

system, a precautionary move to avoid unbalanced cumulative GPAs for the Class of 2017. It would be nothing but unfair to keep students who might have had a busy summer or missed registration from receiving the same weight as students who didn’t have a busy summer or who didn’t miss registration for those factors alone. Students with disadvantaged circumstances also were at a loss with the old system, and it’s comforting to know the new policy helps equalize the scope of academic opportunity for future students who have

aspirations of higher class rank or a more competitive GPA but not as many resources. “No” in that the Class of 2018 and beyond will not receive credit for the select courses, a safe cutoff to completely roll out the policy for the first wave of students. Since summer 2016 was the first term that Class of 2018 students were allowed to enroll in Academic Enrichment at Sierra, this was the least consequential time to apply the policy, as no class of 2018 students had the chance to take weighted courses prior. Though it was a controver-

sial and unclear policy when first proposed, it’s relieving to see clear rationale in the district’s final decision. It restores our faith in the district’s judgement. Even if this answer does not sooth frustration toward the policy change, it at the very least clears confusion. Regardless of the reason for the policy change, we appreciate and applaud the district for taking into account that the Class of 2017 is in a different situation than that of later classes and forming two policies to implement it fairly instead of applying one policy to both circumstances.

GARY JOHNSON DO NOT ENDORSE Johnson’s lack of response to media and our contact efforts, lack of campaigning and general absense from the local politcal sphere suggest a disinterest in this race.

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Inconsistent online reminders blindside students BY MIKAYLA STEARNS

m.stearns@eyeofthetigernews.com

need as much help as I can get with this school year. Traditionally, a junior jam packs their schedule with APs and/or extracurriculars to prepare for the feeding frenzy that is college apps. And so, consequently, I love the idea of things like Google Classroom and text reminders and classroom group chats. They’ve definitely saved my life a couple times. What I do not love is a teacher who kinda uses Google Classroom, or kinda uses text reminders. What am I supposed to do with that? A classroom routine becomes familiar, and just when I think I can trust it, I get blindsided by an 11:00 p.m. text from my friend saying, “We have a

test tomorrow?!” This all starts when teachers casually throw out that they have a Google Classroom code at the beginning of the year. I have come to expect these codes, but know that a majority of my former teachers rarely relied on them at all as a form of communication with their students. Either they do not use it at all, and it sits on my Google account untouched, or they go ham. I can appreciate and work with both forms, because I know what the teacher expects of me. In the first form, I am expected to pay attention to all announcements in class and pick up every handout, occasionally asking my friends to send me a picture of theirs if I didn’t pick it up. The latter form is more reassuring, because I can access all of my resources and homework assignments online and print them if I need to. In that scenario, I have much less personal responsibility and will immediately jump on my noti-

fications for the class. My problem comes about when a class is presented to me like the first class. I do homework according to my printed monthly schedule, I study for tests that I hear about from my teacher and write as much as I can in my planner. And then that friend texts me at 11:00, and my dreams shatter. I fail the test the next day. Now you think, “Okay, she learned her mistake. It was one test. After that then she downloads the app and stops complaining.” But no! Because I already had the app. My resources and assignments, that come with unchanging deadlines, are scattered haphazardly amongst ever-changing mediums. In a time like junior year, where it’s hard enough to keep my own life together, unpredictability and instability from my teachers is no help. In my blocked classes for example, you’re supposed to do your homework due for the next day’s class during the night before. That’s how it usually works

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for most people, and this is disregarding all of the times I finish my current events in the car. So as I was preparing for the next day’s block, later in the evening and after everyone else had probably already finished their homework, I get a bunch of screenshots from friends with too many exclamation marks attached to them. Turns out, one of my friends got an email from our teacher that turned all of our hard work (not

mine yet) to shame, saying that our opposite block was actually tomorrow. I would be mad enough at just this, because all of my friends and partially myself had done the homework for the class and now had to start on a mountain of it way too late into the night. But as we found out the next day, she was wrong! Whoops, our teacher said, sorry you spent hours on the other assignments, but they’re not due today. And

the ones you left at home or didn’t do? We’re collecting those right now. Long anecdote aside, I don’t want Google Classroom to be used as a catch-all reason, like “You should’ve done it. It was on Google classroom,” especially if that standard has not been consistently enforced all year. I need some sort of expectation to meet in a class, and I can put out consistent work if I have consistent standards.

History books overlook African American triumph Diverse history curriculum would benefit school culture, student awareness

BY TARAH JOHNSON t.johnsonfthetigernews.com

n perhaps the most appropriate timing, Roseville High School Academic Lab and Black Student Union advisor Keshila Jones is in the early process of introducing a black history course in the near future. In the wake of several negative, racially motivated incidents, this course will not only provide a clearer look at the insides of black history, but will also hopefully educate both the ignorant and misinformed.

Throughout our time at high school, there’s a trend we’re all subject to as students in almost any literature or history class: we’re fed the common misconception that black history started and ended with slavery. With some standard high school curriculum books such as To Kill a Mockingbird and Huckleberry Finn comes the tiresome notion that the only notable part of black history is the ultimate form of oppression in slavery. We as a school neglect both to mention and educate ourselves and students on the triumphs and achievements of black history. Each year it’s a continuous and redundant cycle: we spend the majority of the class poring over books and absorbing the Eurocentric history that we’ve heard countless times. We then reach the ever taboo topic of the enslavement of African Americans, and everybody’s eyes start to nervously dart around the room, especially not in my

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direction. The degrading presence of pity is undeniable, and it makes me uncomfortable to realize my classmates are unfortunately oblivious to my ancestors’ triumphs and accomplishments, only the struggles. This is not to say the enslavement of African Americans isn’t one of the most important aspects of American history, because it certainly is. This is to say that black achievements are in an integral part of society, and students deserve to learn about

them in a classroom setting, not just during Black History Month. A new class as promising as African American history has the potential to minimize the everyday ignorance surrounding our school. Not only would it educate the misinformed students but it would also serve as a positive platform for those willing to learn more about the interwebs of black history. It’s alarming when both black and nonblack students are unaware of the history

that had a significant part in shaping our nation. The assumption that slavery sums up the entire Civil Rights Movement is frankly a slap to the face and disrespectful to brave abolitionists and activists. I do believe in giving credit when it’s due, and I feel a small spark of pride when black social justice warriors such as Rosa Parks and MLK, are covered in class, and maybe even Frederick Douglass on a good day. Then again, these figures have been apart of our

increasingly limited knowledge of black history since fourth grade. Credit towards prominent black influencers isn’t evenly distributed throughout the history books we’re forced to read and study. We already learn about the 13 colonies, we should include some information about one of the earliest heroes of the American Revolution, a black man named Crispus Attucks. The Great Depression is a staple in American History, but the photographs, songs and diary entries of African Americans are rarely included. Their absence ultimately reinforces the idea that white stories are the only stories. If there’s ever been a perfect time to educate students about black history, it’s now. Racism is still alive today in our society as a whole, not to mention in the confines of RHS with the recent incredibly ignorant harassment of the band at a football game and offensive social media “jokes.”

Fundraisers, food drives award unearned extra credit BY JACK ROSETTI

j.rosetti@eyeofthetigernews.com

f you’re a struggling student, boy do I have great news for you. You are now able to buy your grade! Just donate canned food, or donate to the AVID program for extra credit. Rather than working hard to improve your grade, just bring in canned food for some quick and easy extra credit points. No longer do we have to rely on students’ morals in order for them to donate canned food and/or donate to AVID, we can just goad them with extra credit.

But seriously, this divides students between those who have the financial ability to provide cans, and those who might need the cans. What if both types of students were in the class? This system proves to be unfair to those who aren’t able to donate anything, and even takes the benevolence out of the drive. If both types of students, those who might need the canned food and those who can afford to donate, were in the class, it would essentially give the wealthier kids a better opportunity to receive a better grade, though that particular student didn’t do anything more than the less fortunate student; the family is able to spend their money in a freer manner. Students should feel prompted to donate cans of food to further support their

communities, rather than taking advantage of this broken system. Why are we replacing morals with extra credit? Teachers are doing students a disservice by falsifying a grade based partially upon “donations” rather than insisting that they master the material to earn their grade. Mastery of the subject and donations should not share comparable roles in the classroom whatsoever. Grades should reflect understanding of material rather than amount of money spent to donate. I have not once encountered someone who expressed genuine enthusiasm towards helping those who need it. I have only encountered kids who show excitement towards their grade being boosted. The whole concept of

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bringing cans isn’t bad nor am I against it in any way, in case you felt I was, however the concept of coaxing kids to bring canned food is something I’m strongly against. I have witnessed students brag to their peers about how much extra credit they have received for their cans, rather than how many cans they donated.

Likely, there are students amongst us in classrooms that need to receive canned food in order to eat anything. Are said kids supposed to donate canned food to themselves? Last year in particular, a girl in my class had a 100% going into the midterm in AP Euro. She had brought in enough cans to boost her grade dramatically, ensur-

ing her an A in the class. No matter what she received on the midterm, she would finish with an A. If Roseville High School were a church, the canned food drive and fundraisers with alike benefits would equate to selling indulgences. We’re providing students with the opportunity to buy their grade, leaving the kids who aren’t able to donate behind. Not to mention how this type of incentive effectively takes emphasis away from helping the needy, and places it upon grades and extra credit. Something that was once meant to be an act done out of the kindness of our hearts is now flipped completely upside-down. We shouldn’t even be calling these “donations” donations anymore. They’re now trades.

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Drama takes production to whole new level RHS Theater Company’s two-story set reaches new heights BY VICTORIA WILKINSON AND CLAIRE OERTLY arts@eyeofthetigernews.com

Roseville High School’s Theatre Company faces a new challenge when preparing for their production of the comedic play Noises Off, as the set is two stories and must rotate. Junior Emily Botnen, who plays Brooke, takes immense pride in the ornate set. “The set is absolutely incredible,” Botnen said. “It’s beautiful. It’s painted on the front side and there’s a lot of details on the back side.” According to junior actor Otter Conner-Bailey, having such an intricate set has imposed some challenges on the cast and crew. “We’ve got a two story

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set and there’s a lot of running up and down stairs and moving props around on both levels of the stage,” Conner-Bailey said. “It’s hard to get around but we’re doing good.” Drama teacher Ashley White enlisted her family to help they have dedicated lots of time and labor to the set, something Botnen really appreciates. “Ms. White and her parents and brother have put in so many hours on

our set, it’s incredible,” Botnen said. “[They] have been here super late nights into early mornings.” White spent two weeks using a 3-D modeling program to create a model to get accurate measurements to prepare for the construction of the set. The set has taken approximately 300 hours to build. “Since October 2, work has continued and is still continuing,” White’s mom Kelly White said.

In the past, RHS’s Theatre Company has performed comedies, but according to White this upcoming play is much more fun and complex than past productions. “It’s a very challenging but hilarious production,” White said. “The play is about a troupe of actors putting on a show called Nothing On. They’re not very good actors and everything’s kind of always falling apart. It’s complete-

Drama is currently in preparation for their newest production, play within a play, Noises Off. The two-level set heightens production value and professionalism. Juniors Emily Botnen, Nick Bailey and sophomore Selah Hartman play prominent roles in the play. ly chaotic.” Some actors have two characters to play so they had to make certain adaptations in order to differentiate between the two. “Different voice to use, or different posture. They’re still similar but different enough so that the audience can tell when you are that person.” According to White, the cast she chose for the production is full of hard workers who are dedicated

the show as a whole. “They are on top of the act. They studied their lines, they’ve had to study characters,” White said. “They come in and we just work, work, work. So it’s really exciting to see where we are and where we can be.” Shows are Nov. 10, 12, 17, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. There is a 2 p.m. matinee showing on Nov. 19. At the door, student tickets are $5, and adult tickets are $10.

Inferno loses flame with predictable plot line «««««

by NATE NGUYEN

n.nguyen@eyeofthetigernews.com

Inferno is the 3rd installment of the movie series based off the popular book series written by Dan Brown, following The Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons. The series known for its plot twists, religious references, complex storylines, grotesque characters, and Tom Hanks set the standards high for its newest installment. Viewers hoping for a fresh story that follows the action and disorientating plot of the book were vastly disappointed. The movie felt like I was watching a poor man’s rerun of the previous installments including the cheesy

one liners, young female sidekick, textbook bad-guy, and overplayed running out of time scenario. The movie lost what unique religious flame it had before that separated it from a Bond or Bourne movie, and fell into the trap of a simple against the clock plot. The characters including the main character, professor Robert Langdon, played by Tom Hanks lost depth and seemed like a nerdier Indiana Jones. The movie did a decent job of bringing the occasional plot twists but fell short of its own big ending, as if the producers and directors were scared of rocking the boat. The plot was simple and easy to understand without being polluted by

side plots, yet still intriguing and complex towards overpopulation. The approach the book, “Inferno” took towards the taboo subject of overpopulation helped fill the shoes of the previous cult classic books, and the filmmakers almost completely threw it out the window by drastically changing the ending. The point of the novel was to comment on the problem of overpopulation, and provide a hypothetical and indirect solution. What the movie accomplished was an underwhelming last hurrah for Tom Hank’s action movie career. When the curtain closes the film’s conflict is left unresolved, and the brilliant and taboo proposal to end overpopulation Brown made in the novel is sac-

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Tom Hanks stars alongside Felicity Jones in his newest film Inferno. This book-to-movie adaption disappointed book fans with unoriginal plotlines and characters, as well as an unsatisfying resolution. rificed in exchange for the happy Hollywood ending. Directors, producers, and

FASHION: JUNIOR RICHARD GARDENOUR

Junior acquires style interest from sister by Gabi hutson

g.hutson@eyeofthetigernews.com

Would you consider yourself fashionable? Yeah I guess, I mean people tell me all the time so I might as well listen to them. Where do you like to shop? The clearance rack, like Kohl’s. Also H&M. That’s a place I like to shop at a lot. What inspires you? Well, my sister, she graduated last year, she used to dress really fashionably because she wanted to go into the fashion industry. She doesn’t really have the same style as me but growing up around her I just kind of picked up on it.

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What are some of your favorite pieces to wear? Definitely jackets and boots, those are my two favorite things to wear, I wear them all the time. Do any struggles come with being a fashionable man? The worst part about it is

that there’s less options for guys. You walk into a store and maybe one fourth of it is for guys, and the rest is women’s, so it’s kind of limiting. And at first I was a little uncomfortable coming to school dressing how I wanted to, but now I pretty

much wear whatever I want. How is it to have a distinct style outside of brand name pieces? The main reason I don’t wear those is really because they’re super expensive. As long as I think it looks good, I’ll wear it.

writers have done this time and time again to many book-movie adaptations.

just like in Richard Matheson’s I Am Legend and now to Brown’s Inferno.

Soulja Boy, Bow Wow album flops ««««« by jack rosetti

j.rosetti@eyeofthetigernews.com

Well, it appears as if the hip-hop gods have blessed us with yet another gospel mixtape, from not only the iconic Soulja Boy, but the ever so prominent Bow Wow. Ignorant Sh*t does what most think it would do: disappoint. Though the beats aren’t as prominent in the song, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Soulja Boy and Bow Wow actually have impressive flow and lyrics that actually made me laugh. Their flow sounds so superb because of how quickly they’re able to deliver their lines on each track. “Ignorant Sh*t,” “That

Way Remix,” “Rick Flair,” and “My House” all sound similar due to their quiet, simple beats and repetition of certain lines. The album fails to captivate listeners and actually made me want to stop listening multiple times. If you are a fan of either Soulja Boy or Bow Wow, don’t worry abou this album. Sooner or later one of them will release a new album similar to this one, and they will both continue to disappoint.

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Doctor Strange brings new universe to Marvel ««««« BY PRESTON WALTER

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The second movie in the third stage of the Marvel Cinematic Universe came into theaters with Doctor Strange. The movie follows the story of an egotistical hot shot doctor, Stephen Strange played by Benedict Cumberbatch who after getting into a near death accident seeks eastern medicine in order to heal his wounds. This leads to him meeting The Ancient One played by Tilda Swinton who teaches him the ways of magic. Doctor Strange really blew me away. With phenomenal acting from Cumberbatch as Strange. I was pleasantly surprised by this film, they did a lot of things right in this movie. I really congratulate Marvel for doing something that is really out of the box and totally nailing it. The story for this movie was very refreshing and they introduced a whole new realm of characters

and ideas to the MCU. Director Scott Derrickson really knows how to keep the dialogue refreshing and even funny at times without directing away from the main plot. This movie knows what it is and it stays in those guidelines throughout the entire film and I have to say for introducing an entire new idea to the MCU Doctor Strange really knocks it out of the park. The movie visually is something on another planet. Doctor Strange takes every awesome visual effect that was cool in Inception and makes it look easy. The visuals in this movie are absolutely euphoric. Hands down this movies visuals blew me away. Scott Derrickson and the whole effects team really show they wanted to create a new and mind blowing experience for the fans. Doctor Strange also has some really unique and interesting battles and the magic special effects were again very well done and kept me entertained throughout.

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Marvel Cinematic Universe’s newest addition Doctor Strange proves a worthy entry in the comic book genre of movies, and Benedict Cumberbatch nails his role as the titular doctor. The villain in this movie, Kaecilius, played by Mads Mikkelsen who play a very compelling and intimidating villain providing to be a willing foe for Strange. Although they fail to delve deep into Kaecilius’ backstory to really tell you why he wants to use dark magic to destroy the world Mikkelsen does an amazing job whenever he

DUST OFF THE REEL

After Hours (1985)

by GABI HUTSON

g.hutson@eyeofthetigernews.com

I adore almost any Scorsese film but I have a great amount of ardor for After Hours in specific. After Hours follows New Yorker Paul Hackett through the craziest night of his life. What makes this move so unique is that the plot happens over the course of just one night. It’s sort of a niche movie that appeals to really no one in specific but it still manages to be good. I’m not sure why this is, but if I had to say, I think it would be the never ending tragedies that keep you on the edge of your seat and how Scorsese manages to still keep the film lighthearted and funny. The situations that Paul gets himself into are laugh-

ably absurd like being accused of a series of robberies in the area and being chased by an angry mob of punk club goers after he refused to shave his hair into a mohawk. Along the way the film

ties in more and more increasingly odd characters ranging from an emotionally unstable, suicidal girl

Paul meets in a coffee shop to a lonely old woman who captures him by laying paper mache all over his body till he can’t move. All of this ties into that on the edge of your seat sort of feeling. It only uses two different symphonies as background music there is one specific that is a kind of signal that something bad is about to happen. I love these sort of little details in movies and After Hours is filled with that sort of thing. Reflecting on it now I’m starting to think that this whole movie is based around the feeling of suspense. It’s like an emotional horror movie if you could imagine yourself in Paul’s shoe it’s quite chilling.

From the SoundCloud

Joey Bada$$ attempts to “Save the Children” through music

by claire oertly

c.oertly@eyeofthetigernews.com

Joey Bada$$ is such a god. The fact that he started out in the rap game so young and built his way up and still managed to go to college and educate the youth is one of my favorite things about him. He’s not just a rapper, he’s a master of inspiration and personally made me so happy throughout the years with each mixtape he posted. To top it, off he has been going to various colleges and speaking in front of

classes giving insight and inspiration. This is one of the many reasons Joey Badas$$ stands out from most rappers: he truly wants to make a difference and help inspire the youth, he wants to Save the Children. (this is a pun bc he has a song called save the children) The songs that Joey Bada$$ and Capital Steez made together will forever be my favorites, like Survival Tactics and Killuminati. Survival Tactics is such an iconic slapper, I can rap every line word for word and just get so hyped up to it every time i hear the beginning instrumentals. One line in particular actually helped me in chemistry, “protons and electrons homie that’s an a-bomb”, which reminded me that protons and

electrons were always the same. The entire lyrical style of Pro Era is so original and they incorporate lots of allusions which are usually the best type of lyrics in my opinion. I like being able to make connections between a rapper and other things that are relevant to my lifeit just makes the whole song more enjoyable. One of my all time favorite songs is World Domination which starts out with a segment from Pinky & The Brain which speaks to fans of the old cartoon and then goes into an upbeat song about World Domination. My twitter bio has been “world domination” for years because this song speaks to me so much, I truly couldn’t see my bio as anything else.

was on screen. In terms of supporting cast Rachel McAdams (Christine Palmer) and Chiwetel Enjiofor as (Morodo) and Benedict Wong (the bookkeeper) are all superb in their respective roles. With McAdams playing the love interest I give props to Derrickson for making the relationship be-

tween Palmer and Strange feel natural and taking a different route with it. For Enjiofor he was great as The Ancient Ones star pupil and eventually ally to Strange named Mordo and Wong as Wong who was the bookkeeper at the fortress where Strange harnesses his powers. As far as flaws go for this movie, I don’t have

many but the lack of development for the villain and the pacing for this movie at times was a little off. Other than that, Doctor Strange proved to me that Marvel is still doing the comic book genre justice and why they are number one in the game right now. All in all I’ve never been more hyped for what is to come in the future from Marvel.

FEATURED ARTIST: SENIOR CODY PRICE

Uncovers hidden artistic talent in ceramics class

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After moving to Roseville, senior Cody Price unintentionally discovered his hidden art talents in a “filler class” he signed up for. Price enjoys his ceramics class as well as his teacher Ms. Henry. He hopes to enter competitions in the future. by SOPHiA COOK

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When you moved here did you sign up for ceramics or were you placed in ceramics? I actually chose ceramics because I needed a filler class, I wasn’t expecting it to turn out to what it was. Have you ever taken a class like that before? This is the first class I’ve ever taken dealing with art, in general.

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How has it impacted your life this far? I wouldn’t mind taking it out of class at some point, it’s a nice little thing just to take a break from school, be able to mess around and see what you can do with what you’re provided with. Is anyone else in your family artistic? My dad happens to be rather artistic as well. In his high school years he actually participated in multiple competitions. Going to state for sculptures and paintings he’s done. Do you think you want to follow in his any footsteps

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and maybe apply for a competition? I think it would be fun to participate in a competition, it would be interesting to compare my work to others, and see what they have done for whatever the competition was about.

Anything else you would like to add? Ceramics is pretty fun, having Ms. Henry as a teacher. Very hands on, tips and tricks whenever you need it. It’s kind of nice, she just kind of lets the students just kind of run with it.

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Freshmen finish season 14-0 gest part of us winning both times.” Coach Kiely Nelson is proud of the team’s success this year and recognizes the diversity and determination of each of the girls. “I think a lot of factors contributed to the team’s success. Each player brought something different to the table, whether it was on or off the court, that contributed to our great chemistry,” Nelson said. “The girls worked really hard everyday and were always positive. We had great team leaders that kept everyone focused on our team goals. This is an incredibly athletic, funny and respectful group of girls and I am honored to be their coach this year.” Bloomberg expects the girls to continue their impressive play next season. “I expect us to play just as well next season as we did this season,” Bloomberg said. “Especially if all the girls continue working hard with all their club and outside stuff.”

BY BLAKE BEAMAN

b.beaman@eyeofthetigernews.com

The freshman girls volleyball team finished league play with an undefeated record of 14-0, taking home a league championship and a Capital Valley Conference banner. Despite losing two freshmen, Shay Lesniewski and Kate Slack, to the JV team at the beginning of the year, the girls were still able to dominate. They won 28 of their 32 total sets in their league season, finishing with an 87.5% win rate. Outside hitter Madi Whitaker took charge of the Tiger offense, leading the team in kills, while middle blocker Alexis Wilson, who had the most blocks, led the defensive side. Middle blocker Abby Bloomberg credits the team’s success to the girls’ hard work and cohesive team chemistry. “We worked really hard in practice and most of the girls have played club volleyball before,” Bloomberg

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Freshman setter Kate Jensen passes the ball to a teammate in the Tigers’ game against the Del Campo Cougars. The Tigers won the matchup 2-0 and added another win to their undefeated record. said. “We had really good team chemistry and we worked well together the whole season.” The girls cruised through the first five matches of league, winning 10 straight sets. The Ponderosa Bruins were the first team to pres-

ent a challenge to the Tigers, giving them their first threeset match of league. Both teams were undefeated before the matchup. Although the Bruins forced the Tigers to three set matches twice, the Tigers came out on top both times. Bloomberg

thinks the team’s focus and dedication were key to winning these games. “The [Ponderosa] games were definitely the toughest ones this year,” Bloomberg said. “But we stayed focused the whole match and I think that was the big-

Freshman boys soccer to debut this year BY MEGAN ANDERSON

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This winter sports season will mark the debut of Roseville High School’s first ever freshman boys soccer team. According to athletic director Emily Dodds, the implementation of the team became official after the last Roseville Joint Union High School Board of Trustees meeting held on Oct. 25. After the team was approved, Dodds said that the search for a freshman team head coach began immediately. Varsity boys coach Pablo Gutierrez said that he has a few possible candidates in mind for the position but does not want to confirm anything until his decision is finalized. Gutierrez is excited for the upcoming season and has high hopes for the new freshman team, believing that its addition will benefit

the soccer program and its players in many ways. “Having a freshman team gives more players a chance to develop,” Gutierrez said. “First of all, it will give more boys an opportunity to play soccer for Roseville High [School]. Secondly, it will give coaches an opportunity to start building a process much earlier. Boys develop physically at different times so the freshman team gives all boys time to catch up with each other so by the time they reach varsity they are physically fully developed.” Freshman Sean Dahlberg will attend tryouts this year with hopes of making the JV team. He feels that a freshman team will not provide much of a challenge for new high school soccer players but believes that it is a good thing because of that fact that it will allow more student-athletes to become a part of the RHS

soccer program. “I have mixed feelings about it. I guess I would still like to play JV because it would be more of a challenge,” Dahlberg said. “I guess that now there is a freshman team, there is more opportunities for other freshman to play and lots of open spots.” Senior Pedro Rivas is a two-year varsity soccer player and plans to begin his third and final varsity season this winter. Although not directly affected by it, Rivas thinks highly of the freshman team addition and looks forward to seeing the program grow. “I think it’s amazing actually,” Rivas said. “It excites me because the soccer community is growing at Roseville High School and it’s going to help show and develop the kids to the higher and faster levels of soccer.” Senior varsity defender

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Varsity defender Daulton DeCarlo plays in a game against Ponderosa last year. He feels that the addition of a freshman team this year will benefit the soccer program in many ways.

Daulton DeCarlo agrees with Rivas and believes that the freshman team will allow for an easier step-up for players coming up to the high school level. “I believe it will be a lot easier for the freshman boys to transition,” DeCarlo said. “When you first come

into high school and have to play at the JV level sometimes you are thrown up against guys that are bigger and stronger than you are. Being able to play against other freshman first before you go up to the next level will give you a lot of time to smoothly transition.”

Performances of the Week OCT 31 - NOV 6

JV football defeats Vikings 35-20 to finish season 10-0 BY GEORGE HUGHES

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The Performance of the Week for the week of Oct. 31-Nov. 6 was the JV football team’s 35-20 victory over the Oakmont Vikings last Friday night. The win capped off an impressive 10-0 undefeated season which granted the Tigers the first place Capital Valley Conference league title. The Vikings had a record of 1-8 heading into the game while the Tigers stood

strong at 9-0. Still, the Vikings managed to put up a fight, driving in the second highest amount of points that the Tigers have conceded in a single game all season. Nonetheless, the Tigers were able to put up a score that was higher than their points-per-game average prior to the matchup. According to sophomore linebacker Jordan Susbilla, the Tigers came out with the strongest mindset that they have had all season. “We came out more as a family than we ever have,” Susbilla said. “We played like it was our last, because it was our last.” Sophomore wide receiver and cornerback Rylan Woods put the win into

simpler terms. “It was fantastic,” Woods said. “It was just the same thing that we always do. Just doing what we do.”

OCT 24 - 30

Girls golf places first in SJS Division II tournament BY BRANDON DEL ROSARIO b.delrosario@eyeofthetigernews.com

The Performance of the Week for the week of Oct. 24-30 was the varsity girls golf team’s first place finish at the Sac-Joaquin Section Division II tournament.

The team faced off against, among other teams, the Whitney Wildcats, who handed the Tigers their only loss in league play this year. The Tigers’ 480 strokes was just enough to defeat the Wildcats, who shot 482, by two strokes. Kayla Kwong shot 77, the lowest score of the entire tournament, to lead the Tigers to victory. Following Kwong were seniors Lillian Louie (97), Abby Hall (102), Anna Ostrom (104) and junior Carly Nicholson (100). Senior Sydney Ferre’s score of 107 was dropped. Ferre emphasizes that a team effort was needed in order to win the tournament. “We were nervous but

we knew that we needed to play good,” Ferre said. “If some of us didn’t play good, we needed to try to have a positive mindset because all of us as a team really wanted to move on.” They did just that, advancing to the California Interscholastic Federation SJS Masters tournament which was held last Monday. Although the girls shot 40 strokes better in this year’s Masters tournament than they did last year, they failed to advance through to NorCals. However, Kwong believes that the 40 stroke improvement from last year shows lots of improvement and looks back on the season as a very successful one.

Eliminate admission fees for families

BY JOHNNY MULLIGAN

j.mulligan@eyeofthetigernews.com

Charging for admission into home sporting events is an important part of raising funds for various athletic teams. The money raised goes to funding referees, upkeep of fields and equipment needs for all sports. Being the fifth and youngest child in my family, my parents have been through it all: attending softball games, football games, wrestling meets and supporting all of my siblings at as many games they could possibly attend. Unfortunately, not all parents can attend every single one of their children’s games and this is sometimes due to constant admission costs. High schools should encourage parents coming to their child’s athletic events by either reducing or eliminating admission fees. Students get a $2 reduction with a school identification card, but parents get no such luxury. It is imperative to promote student involvement at games, but parents of players deserve equal, if not greater, treatment as it is more important for them to see their children play. After all, coaches always say that the biggest “thank you” should go to parents for all the support they give throughout the season. From hosting banquets to buying and boasting apparel to giving athletes rides home every day after a tough practice, parents do so much for athletes whether they know it or not. The athletic program can at least repay them a little bit by lowering the entrance fee. Let’s consider football, easily the most attended sport. Even if every football parent came to every game of every player each season, that would only be a loss of about $560 per game for the varsity games. This is not going to break the budget of RHS’ athletic programs. Odds are that if my parents got into each game for free they would actually buy things from the snack bar. That money directly affects the sports programs, so it should be promoted rather than a higher cost of entrance, which doesn’t go directly to sports programs. Senior Night is the only night of the year where each athlete can choose two people to get into the game for free. Usually parents are selected, but they shouldn’t have to wait for the final home game of the year to watch their child play the sport which both have put so much time into. Every student-athlete’s parent(s) deserves to watch their kid play in every one of their games without suffering an entrance fee.

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TOP 10 FALL ATHLETES Rankings and statistics are as of last Thursday.

1 BRENDAN MCMINN

KAYLA KWONG

SAVANAH SMITH

NICO ANDRADA

ANNE HOPPES

This year, the most impressive athlete for all fall sports has been senior running back Brendan McMinn. McMinn has totaled 1048 total yards and 19 touchdowns, leading the team in both categories. He has also started on defense and has recorded 16 tackles plus a fumble return for a touchdown. According to head coach Larry Cunha, the biggest part of McMinn’s game is his versatility. “On defense we were able to put him man up on Whitney’s best receiver and on offense he is our leading yard producer,” Cunha said. “His versatility is very important to us.” According to senior linebacker Nico Andrada, McMinn’s leadership is just as important as his skill. “On the field, Brendan might not be the most vocal guy but he always leads by example,” Andrada said. “He is the hardest working player on our team and I think that makes us all want to work harder.”

Appearing in the Top Ten for the second year in a row is senior golfer Kayla Kwong, who takes the number two spot. Alongside claiming the second place position, she received her second consecutive CVC league Most Valuable Player award this year. Kayla shoots a team best 37.2 on 9 hole rounds and 74.3 on 18 hole rounds. According to coach Corey Fukuman, Kwong is a great team leader. “Kayla has been a leader and a role model for her teammates,” Fukuman said. “She leads by example and is extremely supportive of her teammates which has earned their respect.” Fukuman feels that Kwong has not let her success get to her head. “Kayla is very humble and does not let her success get the best of her and is always striving to get better,” Fukuman said. “On course she is all business but off the course she has fun with her teammates.”

Taking the third spot on the list is varsity outside hitter Savanah Smith. She has put up some very impressive statistics this year, securing 189 kills, 35 total blocks, 19 aces and an accumulated hitting percentage of .218. In terms of defense, Smith has 229 digs and 595 serve receive passes. Coach Cindy Simon believes that Smith has had a significant impact on the team and has been a key to its success on both offense and defense. “Savanah has brought a funny sense of humor and keeps the court moral very positive. We rely on her the most for consistent passing and putting the ball away when we need a kill,” Simon said. “She is a true team player and is constantly trying to help her teammates out. She has done a tremendous job this season.”

Taking the number four spot in the Top Ten is senior linebacker Nico Andrada. Andrada has started in all ten games this season and has been a key component of the Tiger defense, leading the team in tackles with over 50 and also recording an interception. He said that he feels that he has earned his starting spot by working hard and taking charge of the defense on the field. “I feel like I am more of a leader this year,” Andrada said. “Going into this season, I knew that I was going to have to work hard so I could be on starting defense.” Senior strong tackle Nick Tucker feels that Andrada’s persistence and determination allows him step up on defense to make important plays and tackles. “He has been a big help on the run defense for us,” Tucker said. “The way he plays the game is very aggressive. He goes after people.”

Swimming in at number five is sophomore varsity water polo player Anne Hoppes. Hoppes played exceptionally well this year, scoring 62 goals in only 24 games. This 2.6 goals-per-game average means that she finished the season as the team’s leading goal scorer. Hoppes’ teammates believe that she was the team’s biggest contributor this year and are impressed with the success she has had as an underclassman on varsity. They feel that she will excel even more in the two years that she has left to play on the team. Coach Paul Stewart is proud of Hoppes’ performance this year and refers to her as a “diamond of a sophomore.” Stewart also said that Hoppes could possibly be one of the best girls water polo players ever to play at Roseville High School and is excited to see her progress in her junior and senior year.

-Jamie Bateman, photo by George Hughes

-Nolan Frame, photo by George Hughes

-Elena Bateman and Emily Wright, photo by George Hughes

-Megan Anderson, photo by George Hughes

-Kale Jibson, photo courtesy Press Tribune

JAY RAZZANO

KYLE GARD

JORDYN BERRY

JESSICA DONAHUE

JULIETTE OLIVER

Senior Jay Razzano comes in as the number six ranked athlete for the 2016 fall season. Razzano has played two years on the varsity football team as a running back. Last year, he was recognized by earning first-team CVC honors and has continued to dominate on the field.. Razzano has been a valuable asset in leading the Tigers on their 9-1 journey which has secured them a spot in the playoffs. He has racked up a total of 637 yards on 122 carries which included a dominant 225 rushing yard game against a potent Whitney Wildcat defense. Not only does Razzano average 91 yards a game; he has piled up six rushing touchdowns. According to senior wide receiver Josh Clark, Razzano’s leadership drives the team towards success. “He’s been a motivating person who keeps us focused,” Clark said. “He really defines the role of a leader.”

Coming in at number seven on the list is varsity boys water polo standout junior Kyle Gard. Gard has been a monster in the water, achieving a dominating .860 shots-made percentage this season, scoring 49 times out of 59 total shots. The next closest scorer on the team is nowhere near Gard, scoring 21 goals, a 28 score difference. According to junior teammate Anthony Morales, Gard’s contributions to his team come not only from his play but from his efforts as a captain and as a role-model. He also feels that Gard’s attitude allows him to be a strong leader and teacher. “He is a very skilled and talented player and he always has a very positive attitude in games and towards teammates,” Morales said. “This being my first year, he is a great teacher of how to play the game to newcomers and even to teammates he’s been playing with for years.”

Eighth on the Top Ten list this year is sophomore JV running back Jordyn Berry. Berry has had a monstrous season on the offensive side of the ball. He has scored 18 touchdowns and has 129 carries totaling 1099 rushing yards; an average of 8.5 yardsper-carry. Sophomore cornerback Ben Baker thinks that Berry is one of the team’s most important assets because of the positive attitude and energy that he brings. “He has brought enthusiasm to our team during practices and games,” Baker said. “Throughout this year, Berry has shown great efforts to this team and it has really shown on our record.” Not only has Berry performed well on offense, he has also put up very impressive defensive numbers, having 19 tackles and three interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown.

Junior Jessica Donahue is a second-year varsity volleyball player and comes in at number nine on the list. Although Donahue, one of the team’s captains, is a setter for the Tigers, she is in second place in league for blocking this season with a total number of 87 blocks. She is also sixth place in league for assists with 321. During her varsity career, Donahue has maintained a .156 hitting average, a 15.8 ace percentage and a kill percentage of 35.8. Junior outside hitter Sydney Richardson feels that Donahue has earned her position on the Top Ten list due to the hard work and dedication she has put forth this season for her team. “She has come so far and is doing an amazing job as our setter,” Richardson said. “She has even been promoted to a captain position as a junior on varsity.”

Claiming the tenth and final spot on this year’s Top Ten is senior varsity tennis captain Juliette Oliver. This is Oliver’s second consecutive year as a varsity captain, and she has lead the team to a winning record for the first time in the past four seasons. Even more impressively, she led this year’s team to its first playoff appearance in 20 years. According to junior teammate Jada Kranig, part of Oliver’s success is due to her hard work in both matches and practice. “She never gives up even when she is facing the toughest opponent, “ Kranig said. “She brings this same intensity to practice.” Kranig also believes Oliver’s impact on the team goes further than just her advanced skill set. “She is a very positive influence on everyone all of the time despite the situation and is always trying to get the best out of the team,” Kranig said.

-Brandon Del Rosario, photo by George Hughes

-Dominic Taylor, photo courtesy Jamie Edmonson

-Blake Beaman, photo by George Hughes

-Karli Dugger and Kylie Irwin, photo by George Hughes

-Jackson Esparza, photo courtesy Gary Pratt