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C O M M U N I TY October 14, 2011
Volume 7, Issue 3
Holderness Thespians Prepare for Parents’ Weekend Performance By Jake Barton ’13 Actors in this year’s fall play, A Few Good Men, can be seen practicing their lines all over campus. They have been working tirelessly at rehearsals for the past few weeks, and the show is beginning to come together.
who are always ready to entertain us on campus. In the play, two rogue Marines (played by James Fredrickson and Will Grib-
bell) are stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and are accused of killing a fellow squad-member. Daniel Kaffee (Connor Smith), the lawyer assigned to their case, is
While many of the plays that Holderness students perform in Hagerman are lighthearted and entertaining, this play is much more serious. There are some humorous and sarcastic lines, but the actors and actresses in A Few Good Men deliver this courtroom drama with intensity. Gone are the goofy students
Kaffee then devotes himself to his clients, and makes a valiant effort to save the two men. Other main characters include Josh Nungesser, who plays Colonel Jessep; Brian Tierney, who plays Captain Markinson; and Bobby (Continued on page 2)
Holderness Athletes Dominate on KUA Day! By Hannah Durnan ’14 When the Holderness Bulls faced Kimball Union Academy last Friday, they gained many victories on their home fields. Holderness teams fought hard for their wins, and at the end of the day, Holderness had won seven games to KUA’s three. The events began with the girls varsity soccer team playing on the turf. The team played well, but lost a tough game by one goal. Also on the Upper Fields
initially incompetent and disinterested. But, as the play continues, a pushy female lawyer named Joanne Galloway (Raquel Shrestha) convinces Kaffee to change his ways of old and pursue the case, which she believes is much more complicated than it appears on the surface.
were the boys and girls crosscountry races. Many Holderness racers recorded their best times for this season, including Katie Leake, Bee Crudgington, and TJ Ajello, who all improved by over two minutes. Varsity field hockey was the last game on the turf. The Bulls lost by one goal but played hard for the entire game. Down on the Lower Fields, the JV soccer and varsity boys soccer teams also had
victories. Varsity boys soccer won 1-0, with its single goal scored by Charlie Defeo. This win ended KUA's four-game winning streak and was a major victory for Holderness. The girls JV soccer team took the next win with Nikki Blair and Racheal Erhard scoring. Boys JV1 soccer also won 10; Diego Zorrilla scored the only goal of the game. Boys JV2 continued Holderness’s string of victories with a score of 2-1. Willem Brand(Continued on page 2)
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: AN APPLE A DAY... HOLDERNESS IN 1883 AND 1934 DORM REPORTS THANKS TO PARENTS
Quote of the Week "My parents are my backbone. Still are. They're the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40." - Kobe Bryant
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Wassman, who plays Tom. Wassman has said that the play “looks excellent,� and Ms. Devine was very positive in the final rehearsals.
and the music is ready to play. The students have already performed for their classmates on Thursday night and are now ready to entertain and impress their parents on Friday evening.
The actors and actresses know Good luck to the actors, actheir lines, the stage crew tresses, and stage crew of A knows when to move the sets, Few Good Men!
Throughout KUA Day, Holderness fans could be seen jik, Sam Prescott, and many cheering for their teammates others, helped lead their team across campus. The blue Holto their win. Unfortunately, derness Bull was present at during the last soccer game of the turf, and the Holderness the day, the boys JV3 team banner was flying on the was overpowered by the sidelines. Wildcats and lost. To top off the exciting day, To round out the day, JV several Holderness alumni Field Hockey also took home were spotted at the games. a big W. Standout players Recent graduates including included Becca Kelly and Betsey Pettitt and Cecily Cushman were on campus, Caroline Plante. cheering for the teams they Although the football team helped lead last year. did not compete in KUA Day, they had an exciting game All the Holderness teams had against Dexter, winning by great performances and two points with a final score sportsmanship on KUA day, making the event a huge sucof 31-29. cess. KUA Day (Continued from page 1)
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Volume 7, Issue 3
Photos of the Week
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The Picador G ot Apple s? The He al th Be ne fi ts of “An Apple a Day” But whatever the reason is that you choose to eat an apple, it’s also a Holderness tradition. In any given class in schoolhouse, there are often five people enjoying an apple, and sometimes more.
By Lea Rice ’14 The bowl of apples in Mr. Peck’s office is one of the most consistent features of Holderness life, but it also provides health and learning benefits that far exceed many other snacks. Besides tasting delicious during X-block breaks throughout , eating an apple can help you on that test you stayed up late studying for. A study conducted in Arizona public schools found that an intake of sugar ten minutes before a test, especially from fruit, translated into better scores with 9th graders. This was true in particular for tests in math and science, where students’ scores improved by 6% on average when students were given sugars prior to the test. And as much as we all try to get to breakfast every morning, much of the Holderness community waits until lunch to eat. Comprehension and memory aptitudes of students are negatively affected when they have low glucose levels. Hunger itself has also been shown to decrease the ability of students to retain information, often because they are distracted and keep looking at the clock to see how long they have until they can eat. More than one Holderness student has been there. An apple can be what gets you to 11:50 every day. In addition to the academic benefits, apples are also great for your health. They are an Page 4
Hope Heffernan, a freshman this year, has noticed this trend already: “Every day during block 4 French, my whole class goes up and gets apples.” During their breaks, and sometimes on their way to classes, many students help themselves to fruit. Heffernan continues, “It’s nice to know that there’ll be an apple there every day.”
“A study conducted in Arizona public schools found that an intake of sugar ten minutes before a test, especially from fruit, translated into better scores with 9th graders.” excellent source of potassium and vitamin A, both of which are probably lacking in at least a few of our athletes’ high-protein diets. They might also help to keep you on the field and out of Nurse Nancy’s office. Apples contain vitamin C, which is key in sustaining a healthy immune system in a place like Holderness, where a cold can spread through the community in less than a day. Prepare yourself for twenty years from now. People who ate apples on a regular basis as children, had a “significantly lower likeli-
hood” of developing high cholesterol, colon cancer, lung cancer, and diabetes later in life, among other things. The Iowa Women’s Health Study also found that apple consumption led to a far lower risk of stroke and heart disease than many other fruits could. If your big game is coming up, an apple is an excellent choice when you’re passing through the top floor of schoolhouse. Apples contain an antioxidant called quercetin, which aids in endurance by making oxygen more available to the lungs.
Mr. Ford, whose office is just down the hall from the bowl of fruit, agrees: “Everyone loves apples.” He does admit, however, “I’m not an apple guy.” Next time you need a boost of sugar during that last block of the morning, keep walking past the candy jar to the bowl of apples. It’ll do a lot more for you than a Tootsie Roll. Statistics and facts pulled from the following websites: www.huffingtonpost.com/ eatingwell/ www.healthdiaries.com/ www.makewayforbaby.com www.healthalternatives200 0.com www.sodexofoundation.org /hunger_us
Volume 7, Issue 3 Pemigewassett River Repeats History With Recent Flooding of our school's historical texts and pictures. I wanted to find a History is an important factor connection to our past. Alin understanding who we are. though none of us were on It doesn’t have to involve the campus when the remains of big, overarching concepts you Hurricane Irene hit, it has aflearn in the middle of a frantic fected every team that plays on school year. Some facts are the Wales Fields. The Hurrijust interesting to note and can cane flooded downtown Plybe a thing that you simply cite mouth as well as the Holderand say, “Oh yeah, I knew ness playing fields. that.” In the history of Holderness Recently I was given the opthis wasn't the first time the portunity to journey down to fields flooded. In the archives, the archives and look at some the first reference to flooding By Brian Tierney ’12
is from 1934. The above photos are from the flood of 1934 when students took to a canoe to journey through the town of Holderness. In the second photo, some 77 years later, current Holderness students took to the canoe again.
We can see how, even though separated by over a hundred years, there are similarities. Random historical moments can truly make us see that the more the times change, the more they stay the same.
There is also a reference to flooding in 1883 in the Holderness Newspaper: “Wednesday, June 20, 1883: Rainy and Cloudy. It has been terrible, dull, and lonesome today as it has rained nearly all day. It rained so much yesterday and today that it – the water – came up all over the interval, a regular flood, so that they couldn’t go from here to Plymouth; the water was flowing over the road...This evening in study hour (Mr. Gray’s), we raised particular H. and we had to stay until ten o’clock. Then we went down and saw the flood…”
Don’t Forget to Design a T-shirt for Tabor Day! It's that time of year again and the Tabor Day t-shirt design contest has started! Please submit your positive, spirited, and appropriate designs to me by the end of next week. Your design must be on WHITE paper with BLACK ink. The weekend crew looks forward to seeing your creative (and tasteful) submissions!
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The Picador School Sports Review Football This past week the Holderness football team traveled to Dexter School for the first meeting between the two teams. The game started off a little late because we got lost about five times on the way down. Despite losing Austin Baum, who is a key player, the Bulls were confident going into the game and were ready to get a victory on Coach Ford’s birthday. The charge was led by Keith Babus and Alex Trujillo who both rushed for significant yardage. With a couple first-half touchdowns, the Bulls lead 14-13 at the half. The second half was one of the most stressful, enjoyable, taxing, and rewarding demonstration of grit and resurgence I have ever experienced. After a couple more touchdowns that put the Bulls up 28-21, Dexter drove down the field and put one in to make the score 27-28. And after a play-action-play pass for the two point conversion, the Bulls were down 28-29 with a little more then two minutes remaining. What followed was, in this writer’s honest opinion, the best football the Bulls have played this season. The Bulls drove the ball all the way to the Dexter 15-yard line with about a minute remaining. Unfortunately, we got stuffed on our first 3 plays from the 15-yard line and missed a very close interception in the end zone. The game came down to one final play, and who else was there to answer the call but Owen “Ferris” Buehler. With just four seconds remaining on the clock, Buehler set up for a field goal. The snap was good by Adam Pettengill; the hold by Jesse “Ochocinco” Osuchowski was great; and the kick was perfect. The ball flew through the up rights to put the Bulls up 31-29 for good. Shout out to Coach Matthew Kinney for catching the whole game on film and traveling with us all the way to Dexter. The Bulls improved to 2-1 on the season and are set to face off against Pingree School over Parents' Weekend. BTW, James Fredrickson did a great job on kickoff return; he is the definition of an athlete. - Gordy Borek ’13
Fly Fishing This past Sunday several Holderness School students made an epic journey to Barnard, VT to fly fish the great Lakota Pond. We made a quick pit stop at the annual Ibex tent sale, and very nearly bought all of Ibex’s cashmere sweaters. We then made our way to Lakota, taking the micro-bus up the treacherous Lakota Road. Many fly fishers came out to showcase their skills and attempt to hook the big one. The biggest catch of the day was by master fisher Celine Pichette who hooked the novice fisher, Oliver Nettere. Ollie put up a good fight, but in the end Celine came out victorious. Other notable catches were Mr. Lin’s two beautiful trout, and Matt Tankersley’s 10-inch Brookie on a size 4 Mouse -- a very impressive feat. Perry Kurker-Mraz and Oliver Nettere also came away with catches of their own. Overall it was a successful trip, and we hope to get out again next year. - Ian Ford ’12 Page 6
Volume 7, Issue 3 Varsity Soccer This year’s boys varsity soccer team is off to a glorious start, led by its captains and the strong contributions from newcomers to the team. Not to mention names, but Stepper Hall and Francis Miles have both been running the show…during practice. In all seriousness, boys varsity soccer is pretty nasty; they are currently undefeated in the Lakes Region and have plans to defend their crown as New England Class C Champs in November. And as the once great Craig once said, “We will ride our new-found momentum just like my sweetie rides her horse on a run to the championship.” - Stepper Hall ’13
New England Sports By Keith Bohlin ’12 Boston Bruins: And the NHL season is underway! After the magnificent ceremony to raise the 2011 Stanley Cup Championship banner, the B's lost their home opener 2-1 to the Flyers last Thursday night. They followed it up with a win against the Lightenings 4-1 on October 8, but then lost again on Columbus Day to Colorado, 1-0. It will be interesting to see how Claude Julien decides to use Thomas and Rask this season between the pipes, as Thomas started the first two games and Rask the third. Otherwise, last year’s champs are looking pretty good at the start. Seguin and Marchand are tied for the highest number of points for the first three games. This upcoming week, the Bruins is going on a miniroad trip to Carolina on Wednesday and then to Chicago on Saturday. Hopefully, the gold and black will go on a hot streak and really get in gear as the season begins. The New England Patriots: The Pats had a huge win this past weekend over the New York Jets, 30-21. New England was up 27-14 with 12:57 left in the fourth. The Jets scored a TD with 7:14 left to make it a six-point game, but a late drive let the Patriots take home the win. As for the stats, the Jets were held to a mere 255 total yards, while the Pats had 446 yards in total. Welker has 740 receiving yards, a league record through five games, while Brady is leading the league in passing yards with 1874 (on pace for nearly 6000 yards). However, maybe the most astonishing stat is that the Patriots are sixth in the NFL in rushing yards per game. Truly incredible. Meanwhile, the pass defense is still last…once again, shocking. Belichick will lead his team up against the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday at home at 4:15. Dallas is coming off of their bye, while its New England’s last game before their bye. Hopefully, this game isn’t a letdown for Patriots fans, as their schedule doesn’t get any easier after their break. Bohlin's Fantasy Teams: It was a brutal week this week in the fantasy world. I suffered my first loss in League 1 this week with a final score of 93-90. Darren McFadden and Gronkowski finally cooled off, and even though my kicker, Sebi, killed it, the deficit was too large. It was also not a great week in League 2, considering I tied. My opponent, also my own father, made me make a last minute change for him on my computer, subbing in Stevan Ridley for Brandon Jacobs; the change gave him one extra point to make it a tie. I’m still disgusted. This week will be another tough one considering so many teams have their byes this week. Special thanks go out to the Eagles Defense/Special Teams, aka the “Dream Team”, who are dead last in rushes. Give me a break. You can all look for them on the waiver wire Wednesday at 11 PM.
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The Picador Thank You! Before Parents’ Weekend we asked students if they were interested in thanking their parents in The Picador. The response from Webster Dorm was overwhelming! Below are their unique messages that I am sure echo the sentiments of students all over the Holderness School campus.
Cherdogs is a true beauty for sending me to Holderness...And a shout out to my dad. I know you couldn't always come up, but I know you care and love me. Thanks a bunch, both of you! - Gordon Borek A big howdy to my parents in Texas. Love you guys. - Mike Gassman Thanks Mom and Dad, for giving me the opportunity to spend this year with Connor Loree and the Webster Swag Crew. - Will Tessier
Wanyo and Pats, just an absolute pair of beauties. Thanks for making the trip from Pictou County. I love you guys…I’ll be wearing my jean shorts this weekend, just for you. - Matty Thomas A big roar to my boys in Southy. Thanks Mom and Dad, for giving me the privilege to go to Holderness! I hope you aren’t too mad about my grades. - Sully Sullivan
Thanks Mom and Dad, for the opportunity to improve my NHL Dad, I’m going to give you a big hug when I see you; smooches 12 skills. Shout out to my whole family in Hanover. for you too, Mom. Thank you so much for giving me the - Parker Sutherland chance to be at a great school like Holderness. Karbear and Kev, Thanks for turning my room into storage. - Carter Miller Hope you are holding down the fort in Philly. Shout out to my I love Holderness's sports, kids, and teachers. Thanks so much boy, Wayne Simmonds. Watch out for flying fruit. It means a for sending me here, Mom. You are my hero. lot. - Nick Conner - Alex Leininger Mom and Dad, You make us a trifecta! Thanks for coming to Thanks for this four-year experience, Mom and Dad. It has all of my games, Dad, and cheering me on. Thanks, Mom, for been a journey, but I have been myself, the whole way through. all of your support as well. - Charlie DeFeo - Keith Babus Hey Mom and Dad, I could never thank you enough for what Thank you Mom and Dad, for letting me go to Holderness and you have given me here at Holderness and for letting me come have one of the best times of my life. Love you guys! home this weekend. - Matt Garner - Keith Bohlin Hi Mom and Dad. I think that I am getting taller. Thanks for Hi Mom and Dad. Conferences should be interesting. I love the DNA. you guys. Give me a big hug when you see me and take me out - Jeff Hauser to a good dinner, just kidding, but not really. Chippy, Mommy, Thanks for coming up to my game this week- - Tyler Moffa end. You are going to be pumped after parent-teacher conferDear Mom and Dad, I know it has been rough without me this ences. I did good this quarter. fall. I hope you like my beard. I love you guys. - Connor Loree - Alex Poore Hey Dad, Hope the surgery went well. Recover quickly. I’ll see Hey Mom and Dad, I have missed you two. Please hug me beyou in November. fore you hug Drew; it would mean a lot. - Andy Munroe - Bailey Walsh Hi Mom and Dad! Thanks for this great opportunity at HolderHi Mom and Dad. I love you, as I love Holderness. My only ness. Cannot wait to see my boys in Georgia soon. complaint is that I need a bigger bed. However, the cereal here - Bryan Donahue is very good compared to that of our Dutch relatives. Thanks Mom and Dad, for giving me the opportunity to go to - Mike Hogervorst boarding school. Shout out to my beautiful sister, Caroline. I Kath and Rindge, Thanks for coming up this weekend. Thanks love and miss you guys. for all that you do for me. Dad, you better be in dress code, like - Willy Gribbell usual. You may have to compare mustaches with Rev. WeyI’ve been injured all fall, but your love will heal me this week- mouth; he says his is a little better and more full. end. Thanks Mom and Dad, for sending me to Holderness! - Nate Lamson - James Bannister Page 8
Volume 7, Issue 3 Dorm Reports first few hectic weeks, but don't worry boys, we will have Houseman: Greetings from another Open Dorm soon. the Houseman girls! We're all Whaddup Niles? If you haven't having a great fall here in the met the newest member of red dorm, due in large part to Pfenni already, give Sawyer a Lizzy Duffy and her hilarious welcome! Despite nightly jokes. If you're ever looking black-light dance parties, the for a laugh, ask her about that dorm has been studying hard; boy with the really cool oftentimes murmurs of Westswishy hair... she'll be happy ern Civ can be heard emerging to share all the details. So far, from the back halls. We may Houseman has yet to host an be farther away on campus, Open Dorm, but we would but we're worth the walk. happily welcome any possible Peace.Love.Lilly. suitors for our six new eligible - Kristina Micalizzi ’12 underclassmen. Shoutout to my roommate Dinaps who has Boys’ Dorms scored herself a stud this year. Thumbs up, Kell! Webster: Webster is decently excited for this coming Par- Maggie Caputi ’12 ents' Weekend. Fantasy Pfenninger: Pfenni is fabuhockey has been a hot topic lous and full thus far in the around the dorm with Matty T year. Between Mrs. Pfenand Andrew “Munzshow” ninger's brownie sundaes and Munroe leading the way. SunMiss Stuart's seven layer bars, day was a relaxing day for Glee night has been a hit. Ac- most of the dorm as 14 resition coming from outside the dents contributed to a BIG dorm slowed down after the WIN at Dexter. The love life Girls’ Dorms
in Webster is once again thriving, as our young freshmen studs have set themselves high goals and are chasing after senior ladies. The men of Webster have taken it upon themselves to attend chapel services, meet job requirements, and prepare for classes religiously, as we are committed to winning the big W. Greg McConnell has been a ray of sunshine these past few days, distributing Icy Pops and asking Upper Webby to burn tremendous CD’s for his long flights. Among the tracks on the CD’s were hits such as, “Who da Neighbors” and “Drip Drop.” Like always, if you would like to get a game of Chell in and get completely dusted, please don’t hesitate to stop by. - Alex Leininger ’12 and Andrew Munroe ’12
around campus, and Willem Brandwijk has been receiving an increasing number of lates at check-ins due to the long walkbacks from the Day Student parking lot. During KUA Day, Day Dorm was graced with a visit from Ollie’s girlfriend, Allison, who made the trek down to watch him play a pivotal role in the boys varsity soccer win. As hockey season fast approaches, the muscles will be pumping and the mullets will be flowing. Finally, I would like to thank a certain few people for reminding me daily that it’s my birthday. P.S. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter if you haven’t already! - Ben Coleman ’14
Day: Over the past few weeks, the Day Dorm Bros have been making their presence known
Shout Outs CC and FM = Forget Corn Pops; He Wants Coco Puffs! MH and WB = She Knows How to Speak the Language of Europe LH and PD = He went from spinning beats to spinning girls. HediDroste + JesseRoss = 2cute2function OB = 7 seconds left... and it’s good! RN = Willkommen bei Holderness! MP = Giving a musical tone to Skelgebra. BC = Birthday boy again? AS, CS, JF, WG, and the rest of the cast = Good luck with the fall production! - Kristina Micalizzi ’12 and Shawn Watson ’12 Page 9
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Blood Drive Monday, October 24th 2:00 PM-7:00 PM Holderness School Gymnasium You must be 16 years or older to give blood. If you are 16, you must have your parents’ permission. All Member of the Holderness Community are welcome. Invite your mom. Invite your teachers. Invite your friends. Each person who donates blood will receive an American Red Cross/ Boston Bruins T-shirt Questions? Ask Ms. Brewer or Austin Baum Page 10
Volume 7, Issue 3 Horoscopes By Sara Mogollon ’12 Adapted from http://www.astrolis.com/horoscopes/scorpio Aquarius (January 20February 18): Aquarians rarely do anything “by the book”; success someone may have achieved through doing something “the right way” is, in your opinion, not the only way it can be done. As the Zodiac's innovator, you have a fantastic opportunity to apply ingenuity and a unique – and perhaps unorthodox – approach to a certain situation. Others are bound to wonder what you think you're doing, but this hasn't fazed you before and is unlikely to do so now!
Swallow your pride and ask for that help you’ve been needing; you will feel much better. Emphasis will be on relationships this week, professional and personal. Make sure that you strengthen professional bonds but do not neglect the personal ones.
given more options to consider than you anticipated. However, remember that with options come opportunities. Let them continue to reveal themselves; they will bring you exactly what you need. Virgo (August 23-September 22): You are blessed with the unique ability to think and communicate. That being said, it's important to acknowledge your frustration with certain others who have not grasped a point you've been trying to make repeatedly. It's not your fault; it has just taken time for key information to sink in. Trust that it has and that you can now make real and satisfying progress in more ways than one.
Gemini (May 21-June 20): The decisions we make can be similar to driving in rush hour traffic and discovering we're in the wrong lane. Sometimes, if traffic is sluggish, a brief wave of the hand can result in a kind soul obliging and helping. Pisces (February 19-March Other times though, we have 20): You appear convinced to think fast and trust that a about a particular plan, but potentially risky move won't someone else doesn't share make a tense situation worse. your optimism or belief. If It's time for you to take a risk. you're not only going to pace If you take your time and are Libra September 23-October yourself but work more efficonsiderate of one or two oth22): We've all heard the saying ciently and effectively, then ers, then all will be fine. You about “not seeing the forest sticking to a plan is essential. will be rewarded soon. through the trees.” This is ofDon't give up or lose your opten the polite way that others Cancer (June 21-July 22): timism; your plans are solid. It’s all about your comfort to tell us to open our eyes and zone this week. We slip into stop making things unnecesAries (March 21-April 19): Once a year the full moon them, often obliviously, and sarily complicated. When this passes into your sign. It repre- removing ourselves is easier happens, we struggle to detach sents a small finish line but said than done. Somewhere in ourselves in ways that would also a new beginning. Take your world, you need to rehelp us gain a clearer perspecthis time to look at your life move yourself from a repetitive. If you can detach yourself from a more critical point of tive situation. Something has from a particular situation, view. Try to avoid quick and become tedious and unhelpful, then you will find that things rash decisions; taking time and yet because you've grown used will finally begin to make stepping back will pay off. to the predictability it offers, sense. And when asked to take on you're reluctant to make a Scorpio (October 23new responsibilities, make much needed change. Go for November 21): Every day sure you don’t agree to anyit! Make the change! presents us with new and interthing you can’t handle! esting challenges. Some of Leo (July 23-August 22): Taurus (April 20-May 20): If What you probably suspected these we recognize and rise to; you’ve been struggling lately would be a straightforward others we take in stride. The with those moments that just process is proving to be more really interesting thing about seem to test you, take a deep complicated than you thought. opportunities is that they often breath; they will be over soon. The truth is, you're being come disguised as challenges.
It's usually only when we take a challenge by the scruff of its neck and shake it, that opportunities fall out. If you're not already seeing an opportunity presenting itself as the result of a recent struggle, you will very soon. Sagittarius (November 22December 21): Be careful that you don't make a controversial move simply to see what the response from others is. The results may not be as pleasant as you thought they would be. Venus in a nostalgic part of your chart; this week you are likely to recognize what you've been missing out on and remember that life can't be all work and no play. Take the time to relax and reward the hard work you have put in this fall. Capricorn (December 22January 19): Many popular films could, if writers and filmmakers believed enough demand existed, go on and on forever. Despite the length of a certain storyline that has been ongoing in your world, you've reason to believe it may have finally come to an end. This is good. Take advantage of the break and start something new.
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The Picador A PUBLICATION BY THE STUDENTS FOR THE HOLDERNESS SCHOOL COMMUNITY Holderness School PO Box 1879 Chapel Lane Plymouth, NH 03264 Phone: 603.536.1257 Fax: 603.536.1267 E-mail: info@holderness.org
Contributors Nate Lamson, Editor Haley Mahar, Editor James Robbins, Editor Jake Barton Hannah Durnan Lea Rice Brian Tierney Gordy Borek Ian Ford Stepper Hall Keith Bohlin Maggie Caputi
A Letter From the Editor Dear Holderness Students, We made it. Five weeks ago we all arrived on campus, and now, after the longest academic stretch of the school year, it’s finally time for a rest. We have four days to get off campus, relax, and maybe even forget about doing homework for a little bit. Of course for seniors, things might be a little hectic this weekend. Sorry guys, didn't mean to bring up that topic unnecessarily; unfortunately, the second quarter is fast approaching, and applications don’t write themselves. But let's save that conversation for when we return. In terms of The Picador, this is our third issue, and you’ve already heard what James and Nate have to say. We want people to write for The Picador. The whole line about writing articles, expressing yourselves, sharing your opinion with the school - we’re not kidding. Let's be honest we’re a prep school in Plymouth, New Hampshire with around 280 kids; there's not much going on. No matter how hard we try, The Picador will never be The New York Times; New York City has millions of people, a hopping social scene, and enough news to fill thousands newspapers, but Holderness does not. That’s why we’re trying to focus on you guys and on the school - on what happens in our lives, on what we want to read about, and on what is relevant to us as we participate in the Holderness community. Abby Slattery talked at the beginning of the year about being engaged. Writing a piece - whether reporting on community news on the front page or sharing your voice in the opinions section that counts as engagement. So go home this weekend, or just get off campus, and think a little bit. Maybe there’s something you want to share with the community, or maybe you have something to say. We can find room for it. The Picador staff and the faculty advisors are working to make The Picador something that people actually want to read. Help us out. Give us ideas.
Alex Leininger
In the meantime, take this weekend to relax and chill out. When we get back, we will have four weeks until Thanksgiving break, and after Thanksgiving break, only two weeks until Christmas. Not that anyone is counting. Have a good Parents' Weekend and we’ll see you when you get back!
Andrew Munroe
- Haley Mahar ’12
Kristina Micalizzi
Ben Coleman Shawn Watson
In and Out
Sara Mogollon Hannah Halsted Steph Symecko Ms. Magnus, Advisor Mr. Solberg, Advisor Mr. Carey, Advisor
In Casually Doing Theater
Out Taking Weekends
on Saturdays White Clothes
Tight Clothes
Indian Summer
Rainy Days
Fly Fishing
Hair Feathers
Canadians
Columbus
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