The Picador: Volume 8, Issue 2

The Editors’ Top Ten List: What did you do during Head’s Day? Page 12

The 2012 Presidential Election: How Would You Vote?

The NHL Lockout: Stopping the Madness Page 7

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The Picador Volume 8, Issue 2

A PUBLICATION BY HOLDERNESS STUDENTS FOR THE HOLDERNESS SCHOOL COMMUNITY

October 3, 2012

Chau Raises Money to Help Ho Chi Minh City R e s i d e n t s

By Jeff Hauser ’13

Se ni or Pr i vil e ge s: A Ri ght or a Rewar d?

By Zygimantas Sirvydas ’13 hall. If seniors' grades are good, then there is also the Holderness School, a private possibility of a trip to Boston high school in Holderness, on a weekend. Seniors generNew Hampshire, is having a ally consider these privileges debate about senior privileges. to be the “right” of every HolAlthough the debate focuses derness student during their on seniors, it is affecting the last year, but Holderness adwhole school; every student at ministrators have a different Holderness will one day be a view. senior and will want priviMrs. Weymouth, Assistant leges.

Head of School, said that if Senior privileges are somethe seniors desire more privithing special for the older stuleges, they need to earn them dents and are rewarded to and prove that they really dethem for their additional reserve them. For example, sponsibilities. Senior privimany seniors want to have a leges include a 10:30 checkspecial spring dress code that in, evening snack bar, and includes shorts and polo trips downtown during study

shirts, and no ties or blazers.

Many would also like to have internet access after midnight.

“There is an opportunity to make this happen, however, the seniors need to write up proposals and give them to Jake who can bring them to the administrative meetings,” Mrs. Weymouth said. “It seems that sometimes the seniors forget that they already have privileges. For example, seniors have first choice when picking new dorm rooms for next year, and they have the best seats in Hagerman. They also can check out of their (Continued on page 2)

Heart Says is an international student volunteer group that originated with the goal of helping Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. A friend of Thomas Chau’s created the organization in the hopes of getting the program started before she left for college. Thomas and others continue to improve the program.

The group's primary focus is on (Continued on page 2)

The Picador dents and faculty. Understanding both sides, he acknowldorms and spend their eveedges that the students need to nings downtown until come up with ideas about how 10PM. Lastly, they can travel to improve their efforts in to Boston on Sundays if they leadership. Once the faculty is have earned an honors averconvinced that the seniors are capable and responsible, then age.” senior privileges should come Perhaps part of the problem is naturally. that senior privileges have changed significantly through- Holderness School students out the school's history. have the opportunity to im“Twenty years ago Holderprove their senior privileges ness School's seniors didn't because they are working with have any privileges,” Mr. Ec- the faculty instead of against celston said who graduated in them. “This class of 2013 can 1992. However, in the recent come together and make this history of Holderness School, happen if we all pitch in and seniors did have more privihelp each other,” Jake exleges. They were able to sit in plained. the chapel in the front seats and be the first to leave at the end of each service. They also had a cool spring dress code and were allowed to have senior-only dinners and coffee hour.

Senior Privileges (Continued from page 1)

ing over 600 dollars through selling cookies and old raising money for homeless clothes. They have had even shelter facilities and hospital more success through fundequipment needs, in particular raising at Thomas’s local wheel chairs, in Ho Chi Minh school where alumni contribCity. Thomas specifically uted over 10,000 dollars to identified the goal of comfort- Heart Says. ing the less fortunate children In order to inform the Holderin these communities. ness community and get them Four students run the group, involved in the organization, Thomas being one of them.

Thomas plans to talk about Each person plays a signifithe organization in Chapel. cant role including keeping Later in the year, he plans to track of finances, overseeing sell food and other items public relations, etc. Thomas around the dorms, as well as is in charge of international organize a clothing drive. relations here at Holderness.

Ho Chi Minh City still known The group is fairly new, get- as Saigon to its seven million ting off the ground just this or so inhabitants, is Vietnam's past summer. They have had centre of commerce, and is the great success in Vietnam, rais- country's biggest city by far.

Thomas Chau (Continued from page 1)

School President Jake Barton, has been taking steps to improve senior privileges by organizing meetings with stu-

Separated at Birth?

A Short Photo Essay by Addie Morgan ’13

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Volume 7, Issue 12 What i s Acc eptable? The Dress Code Debate Conti nue s

By Lauren Stride ’13 Holderness dress code violations often cause conflicts between students and faculty.

Many Holderness teachers are disappointed with the girls who do not always adhere to the written rules of the dress code. More specifically they do not like the lengths of the girls' dresses and skirts. Unfortunately, the written rules do not clearly state the exact length that the girls' skirts must exceed. Instead one rule states, that skirts and dresses "must brush the knees." Mrs. Weymouth explained that the rule is worded this way to help the faculty when calling students out for short skirts.

“I do not find [the violations] disrespectful of me but of the School,” explains Mrs. Weymouth who is often in charge of talking to students about the dress code. She and other faculty believe that the dress code is a set of rules like any other that must be followed. If a girl chooses not to follow the rules, it will be followed up with a discussion and “a dress code violation” (three of which equal one absence).

out of dress code most of the and were concerned that girls time,” stated senior Libby were able to wear whatever Aldridge. “Most of the time, it they wished. is all a matter of opinion.”

To put the new dress code in a When asked who was involved more positive light, the faculty in making the new dress code chose to rewrite it using enrules, Mrs. Weymouth excouraging language. “Rather plained that, “a group of fethan list twenty 'no’s' we deMany Holderness girls believe male teachers met in June,” to cided to list what you can that, in most cases, not follow- discuss the issue. The changes wear!” said Mrs. Weymouth. ing the dress code is an accioccurred because many parThey also wanted to allow dent. “We do not mean to be ents and faculty complained girls to express themselves by

giving them room to wear “fashionable” clothes.

With new rules in place, however, most girls had to add new pieces to their wardrobe.

While some parents supported the new and enforced dress code, many mothers were not pleased when they were informed that they had to buy new clothing for their children.

The guidelines changed after most students had already bought their new wardrobes, leaving many with closets full of items they could not wear.

Many girls also believe that the stores that offer clothes that they can wear outside of the Holderness community do not translate to dress code. “It is almost impossible to find pants that both fit our bodies, and fit the guidelines of the dress code,” claims one girl who wishes to remain anonymous.

“There are not many places where I can buy affordable clothing that fits the outlined rules for dress code,” added sophomore Claire Caputi.

Creating a dress code for girls is difficult, and pleasing everyone is nearly impossible. Conflicts will continue to arise, but perhaps this year with a little less frequency.

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The Picador World News Compiled by Fabian Stocek ’13 and Zihan Guo ’13

Three Things You Need to Know That were Discussed at the U.N. Monday was the last day of meetings for the 67th session of the United Nations General Assembly held in New York City at the organization's headquarters. Below are three important things that were discussed during the meetings:

Strong U.N. Security Council action has been blocked by longtime Syrian supporters, Russia and China.

International calls for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to step down are a “blatant interference in the domestic affairs of Syria,” the foreign minister Foreign Minister Walid Moalsaid. lem took to the lectern to defend his country's handling of Approximately 28,000 people the 19-month crisis, which has have been killed in the conflict, according to the opposi1. The Syrian government is spiraled into a civil war. tion, and hundreds of thounot backing down.

He accused “some well-known sands have been forced from U.N. debate this year largely countries” of pursuing “new their homes. centered around the conflict in colonial policies” under the Syria. Most of the internaguise of humanitarian efforts, 2. Cuba slams the U.S. emtional community condemns and blamed Turkey, Saudi bargo. the government there, but can't Arabia, Qatar, Libya and othForeign Minister Bruno Rodriagree on how to stop the ers for “arming, funding, trainguez railed against his couning, and harboring armed terbloodshed. try's northern neighbor, blastrorist groups.”

ing the embargo that was put in place in 1960.

Cuba attributes much of its economic woe to the embargo, which it calls “the blockade.”

Rodriguez said the policy has caused “invaluable human and economic damage,” and accused President Barack Obama of breaking promises he made in 2009.

“The U.S. policy towards our region, whether under Democrat or Republican governments, is essentially the same.

The promises made by the current president ... were not (Continued on page 10)

C u r i o s i t y ’s A c h i e v e m e n t o n t h e S e v e n t h We e k NASA's Curiosity Rover has only been on the surface of Mars seven weeks, but it has already turned up evidence of past flowing water on the planet.

The robot has returned pictures of classic conglomerates - rocks that are made up of gravel and sand. Scientists on the mission team say that the size and rounded shape of the pebbles in the rock indicate that they have been transported and eroded in water.

But the actual streams themselves may have persisted on the surface for long periods, Researchers also think the said Curiosity science corover has found a network of investigator Bill Dietrich of ancient streams. The rocks, which were described in a me- the University of California, dia briefing at NASAs Jet Pro- Berkeley. pulsion Laboratory in Califor“We anticipate that it could nia, were likely laid down easily be thousands to millions “several billion years ago.”

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give them clues to the speed and distance of the ancient water flow.

The discovery site lies between the northern rim of the crater and a huge mountain that rises up from its central plain.

Previous orbital imagery of the region had hinted there might have been a water feature there. Curiosity's conglomerates support that hypothesis. of years old,” he told reporters.

“We've named it Hottah,” added rover project scientist John Grotzinger. The name refers to a lake in Canada's Northwest Territories. The Scientists are now studying the images of the pebbles in the rock. The sizes and shapes will

Curiosity is funded for one Martian year (two Earth years) of study. It will try to determine in that time whether past environments at Gale Crater could ever have supported microbial life.

Source: BBC News

Volume 7, Issue 12 C h i n e s e B e g g a r s K e p t i n C a g e s D u r i n g Te m p l e F a i r day out with the family, but it was distressing to see fellow humans kept like animals in a cage.”

By Choa Lim ’13 In China, on September 15, 2012, more than 100 beggars on the streets were forced to stay in iron cages at Xishan Wanshou Palace Temple Fair, a religious festival in Nanchang, Jianxi province.

The authorities believed that the beggars might ruin the experience and comfort of the tourists.

Students and faculty members of Holderness School were also strongly against the cages.

“How cruel and shameful,” said senior Momo Xiao, a Holderness School student from China. “I feel very bad and sad for the beggars. The managers at the temple fair should have gathered them around in a humanlike place instead of in zoo -like cages.”

Since nearly 100,000 pilgrims and visitors planned to visit this annual temple fair, the authorities saw the presence of beggars as disturbing and uncomfortable. One of the organizers stated that the beggars would “distress the guests and spoil it for everyone else…Our guests come here to enjoy themselves and that is our top priority.”

As a result, the organizers decided to place them in one spot; they built a 165-footlong iron cage. The height of the cages was so short that the adult beggars were not able to stand up. Although the beggars were allowed to leave the cages if they wished, they were required to exit the festival right away and beg in other areas. When the pictures were posted on one of the most popular social media platforms in China, Chinese citizens severely criticized the organizers’ decision. They could not repress their astonishment.

“Was it necessary to put the beggars in the zoo-like cages?” many angry citizens asked. NBC News contacted the head of the civil affairs

Ms. Fischer, a Spanish teacher from Holderness School, said, “I’m surprised and appalled…

It sounds like they are more concerned about the visitors than the beggars. The way the organizers treated the beggars was absolutely wrong… It is a culture shock.” Later she added, “This incident was intended to make me feel outraged, and I do.”

office, Mr. Wan, and interviewed him. “We had to consider both sides: the pilgrims and the beggars,” explained Mr. Wang. “There are some fake beggars who just want to trick money from pilgrims. In addition, the temple fair is so crowded that beggars might be hit by cars or trampled by the crowd.” Also, the Xinjian government insisted, “In order to avoid accidents, we provided this temporary rescue shelter whose two exits are open. All the beggars voluntarily entered

The government of China has been making efforts to value and respect all people. As a result of this incident, howit.” ever, a large number of citiHowever, the dispute has not zens are greatly disappointed settled down; the human rights and infuriated. groups of China declared this incident a “violation of human rights.”

Even though the authorities of the fair intended to not “distress” the tourists, this incident made the visitors even more uncomfortable and outraged. “I was horrified to see these poor people in cages,” said Lu Cheng, one of the guests. “We came for a nice

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The Picador Holderness Students Disappointed by NHL Lockout Compared to the NFL and NBA, this percentage is considerably higher; the NFL Last year the National Hockey players receive anywhere from League generated 3.3 billion 46-48%, and the NBA revenue dollars in revenue, and now is split evenly at 50%. the owners want a bigger share of the pot. The NHL collective “The owners definitely have a agreement expired on Septem- case,” Holderness PG Orion ber 15, 2012 and in the ensu- Olsen explained. “But if they ing lockout between the play- made it that way in the first ers and the owners neither side place (the CBA in 2005), what happened that made them is willing to negotiate. change their minds? And also, There are three main issues football is a bigger market, so that need to be resolved in NFL players make the same order for the lockout to end. amount of money as NHL First, since 2005 the players players do, even with a lower have received an agreed perpercentage.” centage of NHL revenue each year known as the player Holderness Librarian, Mr. share. In 2005 the percentage Stigum, doesn't think that the was at approximately 54%; NHL owners can make a case currently it is up to 57%, and using the numbers alone: “The the owners want that number players deserve their 57% because they do all the work… to go down.

By Max Sturges ’13 and Gordy Borek ’13

The players sacrifice their health. They’re the ones beating their bodies to a pulp.”

A second issue in the lockout is the minimum salary cap per team which some feel is set too high. The problem is that money-losing teams want a much lower payroll. This is not on top of the priority list, at least at the moment; however, for a league-owned team like the Phoenix Coyotes, a lower salary cap would help them get back into the game.

In addition, weak teams such as the Dallas Stars, could benefit as well.

The third issue is the guaranteed contract; the current rule states that a player is guaranteed to earn every dollar of a signed contract unless the team buys him out. The league is probably looking for a 10year or less limit on contracts; that way it is more difficult to put a franchise tag on a player.

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said, “We believe that we are paying the players more than we should be.”

While Bettman’s demands might be a little unrealistic, is he really the only problem?

Cutting the player’s revenue “The owners are losing money would result in a financial loss without having a season,” Ol- for the players but exactly how sen explained, “so it really much? makes no sense. It’s like The NHL league MINIMUM shooting themselves in the (Continued on page 11) foot before a 10-mile run.”

New England Sports

By Axi Berman ’13 New England Patriots Nuts and bolts, we got screwed. The future Super Bowl Champion Patriots fell to 1-2 this week after a loss on Sunday night to the Baltimore Ravens. Who was to blame? Not Tom Brady. Not the defense. Not Coach Belichek. It was the replacement referees. Over and over again the clueless officials threw flags at the wrong times and cost the Patriots the game. The worst moment occurred in the concluding seconds when Ravens kicker, Justin Tucker “made” the gamewinning field goal; to this observer it looked like it went left. Fans have been left to wonder how the NFL will respond to the atrocious display of officiating that took place Sunday and Monday night. But while we wait for the referee strike to be sorted out, Patriots fans can still be thankful that tight end Rob Gronkowski has his own brand of cereal.

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Volume 7, Issue 12 The Political Page Just last night, the first of three televised Presidential Debates occured. Did you watch it? If not, no worries. Political Correspondent Olivia Leatherwood has put together a clear and concise chart for those of us who are politically challenged.

Political Issue

Obama’s Approach

Romney’s Approach

Supports abortion rights

Against, however, previously supported. Would end federal aid to Planned Parenthood. Believes state law should determine abortion rights.

A record number of immigrants have been deported under the Obama Administration; however also under Obama, a record number of immigrants have come into the country.

Favors the Mexico/US fence. Opposes education benefits to immigrant children, however would allow those who serve in the armed forces.

Has done nothing to show his alleged support for stronger gun control.

Opposes stricter gun control legislation; however, post CO shooting, Romney agreed the standing laws should be enforced.

Is responsible for the fourth straight year of a TRILLION dollar deficit, and still raised the debt limit. Will let Bush tax cuts expire for those earning more than 250k/year.

Opposed the automobile bailout but supported the Wall St. bailout. Plans to cap federal spending at 20% of GDP (currently at 25.3%).

Economy

Believes government should engage in deficit spending to stimulate the economy.

Would lower taxes, decrease regulation, balance the budget, and initiate trade deals to stimulate the economy.

Education

Supports teachers unions (if they suck at teaching they can’t get fired).

Supports teacher accountability (if they suck at teaching they can be fired).

Obama told ABC, “I think same-sex couples should be able to get married.”

Believes federal government should be in charge of everyone’s healthcare (ObamaCare).

Opposes it all… when he wants to be Republican.

Believes the federal government should invest social security funds.

Believes a portion of social security should be privatized.

Tax code is “redistributing of the wealth.”

Higher taxes on wealthy people and give it to the less fortunate, instead of cutting deficit spending.

Taxes should only exist to pay for government.

Proposes to cut taxes for all and cut deficit spending.

Oil

Proponent of renewable resources: solar, wind.

Believes US should focus on green energy.

Foreign policy

Is almost four years late closing Guantanamo Bay.

Believes US should use all domestic resources: oil, natural gas. Wants to end dependence on foreign oil.

American foreign policy has always been fairly consistent between the two parties.

Abortion

Immigration

Guns

Debt

Gay Rights Health Care Social Security

Taxes

Terrorism

Osama bin Laden was killed under his watch.

There is very little difference how either party deals with terrorism.

Promises to repeal Obama Care. Wants to allow states to set up their own healthcare plans.

Obama and Bush have dealt with terrorism in almost an identical fashion.

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The Picador Holderness Alumni: Where Are They Now? In some cases, graduation is the last time we see or hear from graduating seniors. Do you ever wonder how they are doing? Do you every wonder how college and life in the real world is treating them? The Picador staff thought it might be interesting to check in with one or two this fall. Below is an interview Sarah Michel conducted earlier this week. We hope you enjoy! generally is so interesting because my professor is amazing!

By Sarah Michel ’14 Last week I was lucky enough to steal a few minutes of Kristina Micalizzi’s time to find out where she is now and how she is doing.

Below are her answers to my questions!

SM: What do you miss about Holderness the most?

KM: I miss certain elements of Holderness, especially the people, but enjoy the freedom of college (and the two-day weekend!). It will definitely be great to visit Holderness because I loved it, but I am not

SM: So Kristina, where are you now?

KM: I go to Georgetown in Washington, DC. The school is absolutely amazing and I love living in a city. The running here may actually be better than NH because the scenery around campus and the monuments is fabulous!

rushing home anytime soon.

SM: What are you majoring in at Georgetown?

SM: What is the craziest experience you have had so far?

KM: I am an international politics major at this point and am KM: We just had Homecoming, which is an all-day Georgein the School of Foreign Service. We have to prove proficiency town spirited party during which we watch our football team in a language, so I am continuing with Spanish until I can start lose (‘cause they aren’t good at all), but everyone is just there taking Greek. for a good time! Some other crazy things are that my economics teacher worked directly under Bush as his numero uno adSM: What differences do you notice between college and visor, and the president of Argentina was here last week!

Holderness?

KM: I think that the biggest difference between college and high school in general is the small amount of time I spend in class in relation to the hours of work I have to do for homework. My Borders Pro-seminar class meets twice a week for an hour and 15 minutes but we have about four plus hours of work outside of class each week. The class is on immigration and

SM: Who do you miss the most at Holderness?

KM: I miss lots of people, especially my favorite little ones like you and Epow and JACKIE. I also really miss some teachers like Mr. Sheppe, Mr. Day, Mr. Lin, and Henchdawg! I don't miss Thai Smile though 'cause I go to Mai Thai every week for my Pad Thai fix!

SM: Did Holderness teach you anything important that has helped you in college?

KM: Holderness was a great step towards college; the study skills I learned at Holderness have helped me to stay on schedule. However, no matter how much Holderness tries to prepare you for college, it is inevitable to get there and feel overwhelmed. All and all I am so glad to be at Georgetown but miss everyone back at Holderness as well. Sending all my love!

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Volume 7, Issue 12 An Introduction to New Faculty and Staff: Alexandra Disney This fall there are countless new faces on campus, including many new faculty and staff. This section of the paper during the fall will be dedicated to introducing the new faculty and staff and helping you get to know them outside the classroom and beyond the playing fields. If there is anyone in particular that you would like to see featured, please let someone on the Picador staff know! ing, and knitting. I also like doing manual labor because it is different from everything else I do and releases endorphins in different ways than regular exercise...I like splitting and stacking wood the most.

By Emily Soderberg ’13 ES: Where did you grow up?

AD: In the Adirondacks on Lake Champlain ES: You graduated from Bates in 2010. What was your major?

ES: Have you gone on any good hikes lately?

AD: I did Osceola today with Mr. Peller and Ms. Sullivan!

AD: Bio-Chemistry ES: After Bates, you spent a year working as a therapy guide. What does it mean to be a Wilderness Therapy Guide?

AD: The year after I graduated from college, I joined a wilderness therapy organization. I had worked at a summer camp for many years and really liked taking students into the woods, but I wanted to work with a more personally difficult group of kids.

I think people can learn a lot about themselves in the woods.

Wilderness therapy guiding is demanding - eight days on, six days off. The students, who have usually been kicked out of their private high schools, are very challenging kids; most of them struggle with drug abuse, though a lot of them suffer from anxiety, depression, and difficult family situations as well. The students don't want to be there and are unhappy with their parents and school for putting them in the programs. Generally, they dislike the woods too. To be a therapy guide, you have to be able to do a job without any gratification, at least from the kids. “Compassion fatigue” is a common phrase used to describe what often happens to wilderness therapy guides. I got to this point; I just stopped caring about the kids.

ES: Now you are at Holderness teaching chemistry, coaching rock climbing, and living on Southside. Why did you decide to come teach here at Holderness?

AD: Because I really enjoyed teaching last year at Phillips Andover, and I knew I wanted to keep teaching in a snowy area. I also knew a lot of kids at Bates that went to Holderness. I wanted a school that had a balanced lifestyle with sports, academics, and a social life as well.

ES: What are some hobbies that you enjoy?

AD: I like playing with my dog, hiking, running, skiing, bak-

ES: Do you think you will go on Out Back this year?

AD: Yes! Well, if they let me. I think that means I will also do solo too!

ES: How is the rock climbing team?

AD: It’s great hanging out with Mr. Thatcher and the kids.

Many of the students are new to rock climbing and it’s fun.

Now we just need to pray for some sun.

ES: What other sports do you play?

AD: Nordic skiing, lacrosse, running, and alpine skiing ES: How long have you been Nordic skiing?

AD: Ever since I was little.

ES: Do you prefer classic or skate skiing?

AD: Skate.

ES: What is your favorite season?

AD: Fall. I love the leaves, cool evenings, and days in the 60s. It's the best season for running and hiking.

ES: What’s one of the most fun things you have experienced at Holderness so far?

AD: Well, I did see a bear on one of my runs through the trails the other day. That was pretty fun.

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The Picador Dorm Reports friendly as well. You should definitely stay away from us.

Who took my Oreos? The Rathbun dorm is making great There is nothing good to come dorm's on fire; orbit was strides towards excellence out of hanging around us.

Archie. A dinosaur moved in both educationally and soAnyway, now you know to down the hall. Everybody has cially. Our fearless freshman, keep your distance. lost their pants! Who has taken Joe Gillis, is dominating the freshman field on the Walkmy Oreos?!

- Kelly DiNapoli ’13 back scene. On Thursday we - Elena Bird ’13 Webster: took a break and pleased the woman of Southside with Webster dorm houses a stellar Woodward: some sophisticated marshmal- gang of hard-working scholWoodward is killing it. Oscar low architecture. Rathbun ars. Many people have referred holds it down upstairs, and dorm would like to apologize to Webster as the best looking Jesus keeps order downstairs. to other members of the com- dorm on campus; you probaWe're not seeing much Walkmunity for not being able to bly think this isn't credible, but back action, but we make up include them in our incredible just look at us - beautiful. for it on the X-box controllers.

Webster dorm, if rated on a brotherhood!

We had a successful fire drill a scale of 1-10, would receive a few weeks ago; rumor has it - Fabian Stocek ’13 score of pretty darn good. that someone thought they Needless to say, if you're not Houseman: spotted some flames coming in Webster, you will wish you out of room 5. Come across Hello School, Houseman dorm were. Ladies, if you're dating here, reporting live from the the bridge anytime to visit. someone in Webster, raise room of Kelly DiNapoli and your glasses; if you’re not, - Ollie Lowe ’13 Maddy Cicoria. Not only are then raise your standards. we the best girls dorm on campus but we are the most un- John Musciano ’13

Day Boys:

U.N. Assembly Summary (Continued from page 4)

spot where a spark of fire could set off a thermonuclear war,” Pak said.

East Dorm:

Rathbun:

fulfilled,” he said, referring to Obama's initial pledge to lower some of the barriers in Cuban-American relations.

“The United States does not have the slightest moral or political authority to judge Cuba,” Rodriguez told delegates.

Vice Foreign Minister Pak Kil dominating all of Asia.”

-yon addressed delegates amid “Today, due to the continued ever-present pressure on his U.S. hostile policy towards country's nuclear program.

DPRK, the vicious cycle of North Korea has been virtually He criticized the United States, confrontation and aggravation claiming it wants to occupy of tensions is an ongoing pheisolated from the world by international sanctions over its the Korean Peninsula and use nomenon on the Korean Pendevelopment of a nuclear pro- the region as a “stepping stone insula, which has become the for realizing its strategy of world's most dangerous hotgram.

3. The head of the North Korean delegation says a spark could set off war on the Korean Peninsula.

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The DB's have hit full stride, snatching up Athlete of the Week titles, Varsity nods, and Fantasy Football points like it ain't nothang. There was even rumor of a day boy talking to a girl in Lower Weld, but let's not get ahead of ourselves.

Perry Craver has joined the alliance, and Scott Merrill hasn't hit anybody in the parking lot yet. As for the Day Boy Corridor, Sir Houseman has assured us that the smog leaking into the hallway won't harm passing residential students. Lip synch rehearsal begins next week which means postponing our early morning group workouts for a couple days. And if anyone's seen Ryan Brown please let us know.

- Caleb Nungesser ’13

Pak also made mention of the country's recent rocket launch.

In April, North Korea launched a rocket, which failed less than two minutes into the flight. It said the launch was to put a satellite into orbit, but much of the international community saw it as a cover-up for testing ballistic missile technology.

The move destroyed a deal reached in February under which Pyongyang agreed to suspend its nuclear activities in exchange for food aid shipments from the United States.

Volume 7, Issue 12 Horoscopes

By Molly Madden ’13 and Nicole DellaPasqua ’13 Aries (March 21 - April 19): Watch your head! This week you might feel a bit clumsier than usual. Try your best to keep on your feet; your team depends on you!

Taurus (April 20 - May 20): You’ve been a little upset lately. Do you need a love interest? Try branching out -join a club, go to the library, or socialize in Weld! An interest will present itself around the tenth; don’t overlook it.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20): You are such a social butterfly! With all your flitting about, you’ve obviously forgotten about that special someone. Who is the special someone? Simple, he/she is a Cancer.

NHL Lockout (Continued from page 6)

that it pays its players is $500,000, which is the highest minimum salary among all professional sports in North America. So who is really being unrealistic?

Cancer (June 21 - July 22): It is possible that a big change is coming soon. Hold on tight, but don’t forget your friends and schoolwork in the process.

Leo (July 23 - August 22): An opportunity will present itself around the sixth. Forget about it, though; it’s not worth your time. Better opportunities will occur later in the month.

Be patient and hold out for the good stuff.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22): Around the eighth you will be inspired. Embrace your inner creative power and follow your intuition; it will give you inner peace.

Libra (September 23 - October 22): You’re in a funk.

fans who are upset about a lockout is expected.

As day 10 of the lockout approaches, and players have already begun leaving for other teams in other countries.

Rick Nash of the New York Rangers and Joe Thornton of Holderness senior John Mus- the San Jose Sharks are playciano blames both sides: “Both ing for HC Davos in Switzersides are being greedy; the land. Alex Ovechkin is playing whole situation is despicable.” for Dynamo Moscow in the KHL (the Russian version of Tyler Evangelous agrees: “The the NHL). The list goes on. players should play the game to play the game and not Sadly, this is not the first lockworry about the money. out, and it is not the first time Money has tainted the holy the Collective Bargaining game of hockey.” The game is Agreement has been called viewed by fans and, in a sense, into question. In 2005 the is played for the fans. That’s League was locked out for 10 how the League makes a large months and six days; it was percentage of its profit; having the first time since 1919 that

Everything around you is frustrating, confusing, or annoying. Take some time for yourself and get in touch with a close friend from your past.

You won't regret it.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21): Your aura is glowing from the inside and out. Don’t let your busy schedule change that; when the going gets tough, the tough get going.

Sagittarius (November 22 December 21): Don’t let that tough class get in the way of your shining smile. Bring your youthful glow with you to every situation and don’t be afraid to speak your mind.

Capricorn (December 22 -

the Stanley Cup wasn’t awarded.

With the possible absence of an NHL season this year, a cloud has been cast onto the Holderness School campus.

There will be no more lunchtime arguments over missed

January 19): Around the twelfth, you’ll be struggling to focus on a big test. Take some time to convert that negative energy into something positive - like exercising! It will only benefit you in the long run.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18): Rainy days got you down? Let your inner sun shine! Everyone will appreciate the happiness you bring to conversations.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20): Believe in second chances? One's coming your way; don’t let it pass you by!

You have a chance for redemption around the nineteenth. Think positive and good luck.

calls the previous evening, and no more yelling at the TV during game time. However, as Mr. Sheppe would say, there is one positive outcome; there will not be anyone watching games on their iPhones during Poetry Out Loud.

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Top Ten Things to do on Head’s Holiday Compiled by the Picador Editors 1. Go back to bed

6. Eat

2. Go home! (This was one of those days when it's great to 7. Don't go to pantry be a day student!)

8. Take another nap 3. Go downtown 9. Run on the trails or workout in the weight room 4. Go skating at the PSU rink 10. Hang out on the Quad 5. Thank Mr. Macomber for the day off

Overheards

By Drew Houx ’14 and Bobby Wassman ’14 You know those moments when you are walking down the path past Niles and Webster or walking through the Dining Hall, and you overhear a snippet of conversation? Sometimes, without knowing the context of the conversation, what you overhear is just plain funny. Below are a collection of quotes overheard throughout campus and compiled by the Picador editors. Enjoy!

Shout Outs

By Elizabeth Powell ’13 TE & JS: This country girl can shake it for this southern boy WK&SJ and OL&MJ: Double date anyone?

AR & AZ: Who knew the Zinckinator was smart too?

What a catch!

PS: Congrats on the most successful club Holderness has ever seen!

 I guess I’m just irresistible.  It’s louder when it’s in your mouth.  Now that’s American.  I’m just gonna have my son take me to the backyard and shoot me when I get too old.  Would it be weird if I made love to a rhino?  I’m listening to the music of life.  I have the endurance of a hamster.  I’m terrified of heat.

Senior Editors Jake Barton Jeff Hauser Emily Soderberg Junior Editors Lea Rice Sarah Michel

 Yur gunna die, Clown!

In and Out

By Kelly DiNapoli ’13 and Maddy Cicoria ’13 In  Football

Out  Nerds

 Oscar's Helmet

 Bike Helmets

 People Watching

 Improv

 Mac

 Peck

 Truth Circles

 Secrets

Faculty Advisors Ms. Magnus Mr. Solberg Mr. Carey Contributing Writers Zygimantas Sirvydas Fabian Stocek Zihan Guo Max Sturges Gordy Borek Axi Berman Olivia Leatherwood

Elena Bird Oliver Lowe Kelly DiNapoli John Musciano Caleb Nungesser Molly Madden Nicole DellaPasqua Drew Houx Bobby Wassman Maddy Cicoria Elizabeth Powell Contact Information Holderness School Chapel Lane P.O. Box 1789 Plymouth, NH 03245 Phone Number: 603.536.1257 Fax: 603.536.1267 Email: info@holderness.org