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Crown Point High School @InklingsCPHS May 18, 2018 Vol. 82 Issue 9

Read about the Unified Track and Field Team on page 11

“Summer Roadmap”: Plan ahead for summer

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E. coli outbreak in romaine lettuce raises food safety concerns BY ANDREA JOHN ASHLEY REKITZKE co-editor-in-chief assistant editor

Sometimes it can be safer to eat a candy bar over lettuce leaves. The nation is experiencing an E. coli outbreak in romaine lettuce produced in and around Yuma, Arizona. One person has died and 149 cases have been reported since the outbreak began in March, according to the CDC. Indiana State Department of Health media relations coordinator Megan Wade-Taxter said food contamination can stem from many reasons. “Contamination, growth and survival of a pathogen depend greatly on the food, the pathogen and the food’s production process and environment,” said Wade-Taxter. “These factors are considered when preventing and responding to a food safety hazard. In addition, contamination of a food could occur at any point from the farm all the way to the consumer’s plate.” Romaine lettuce has been recalled and pulled from shelves across the country. The CPCSC

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food service director Pam Maloney has been in contact with vendors regarding the E. coli outbreak. “Our vendors keep us informed of all recalls,” Maloney said. “The romaine lettuce that was from Yuma, Arizona growing region was recalled and we pulled it from our shelves. Gordon Food Service, who is our primary food supplier, notified us. They were also very quick to move their processing to Salinas, California where the romaine was safe.” In the state of Indiana, it is required for every food establishment to have at least one person who is ServSafe certified. ServSafe is a food and beverage safety training and certification program administered by the National Restaurant Association. “We are required to have one person in each of our kitchens certified in a ServSafe course,” Maloney said. “I take it a step further and require every manager and all production staff members to take the course and earn certification. In addition, every new staff member must attend the class and all non-production staff members must pass our own food service sanitation class.”

CLEAN: wash hands, utensils and surfaces

Culver’s of Crown Point assistant general manager Andrew Gale has been in the food service industry for nine years. Gale is ServSafe certified and in the course he learned about different ways to practice food safety, such as food organization and temperature. “Some of the things we learned are the way you should organize the food in the cooler, such as poultry on the bottom, and ready to eat foods at the top,” Gale said. “That way if they thaw, blood or juices don’t fall onto something they shouldn’t. I could give an hour long meeting on taking temperatures alone. They’re so important.” Many food service establishments follow a procedure called Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). All school cafeteria employees take the course that teaches the importance of food safety. “The HACCP program follows the flow of food from start to finish,” Maloney said. “This includes buying from a reputable source, inspection of product upon delivery, checking temperatures of food at delivery, cooking temperatures, holding food tem-

SEPARATE: avoid cross contamination

peratures and cooling temperatures. Our equipment temperatures are also monitored to make sure they are working properly.” Family and consumer science teacher Julia Collins applies food safety in her personal and school life by controlling certain foods that are likely to be dangerous to eat such as meat, dairy and raw vegetables. “I enforce food safety on a daily basis. Time and temperature control for safety is enforced at all times in my classroom. There are certain foods that are potentially hazardous foods that students need to make sure are controlled at all times,” Collins said. “For example, meats need to be held in the refrigerator until ready to cook. Rice needs to be held hot, in a warmer until ready to serve. Cross-contamination is prevented by using certain cutting boards for specific foods and washing knives in between cutting different foods.” Maloney notes that most food safety issues stem from personal hygiene issues, such as improper hand washing. see food safety on page 3

CHILL: refrigerate items promptly

Romaine Calm Food supply chains now cross multiple national borders. Good collaboration between governments, producers and consumers helps ensure food safety. Unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances, causes more than 200 diseases. Unsafe food creates a vicious cycle of disease and malnutrition, particularly affecting infants, young children, elderly and the sick. Foodborne diseases impede socioeconomic development by straining health care systems, and harming national economies, tourism and trade. An estimated 600 million people fall ill and 420,000 die every year due to contaminated food. Information provided by: https://www.cdc.gov/ foodsafety/keep-food-safe.html and http:// www.who.int/en/news-room/fact-sheets/ detail/food-safety

COOK: food to the right temperature

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Stray Dogs Improv Club requires preparation, humor

Students are rewarded at CPCF Scholarship Night

BY MARIA JEFFIRS ALEXANDRA SULEWSKI reporters

“May The Fourth Be With You” is a common phrase that many use to imitate the famous line from Star Wars, “May The Force Be With You.” The Stray Dogs Improv Club, is one of the many clubs that uses that phrase. The Stray Dogs recently celebrated their 10th anniversary of becoming a club with a show on May 4th. Stray Dogs sponsor and social studies teacher, Donald Bernacky, started the club for students that were unable to attend his own comedy shows. “A lot of students couldn’t come see my shows in Chicago,” Bernacky said. “They just couldn’t go make it up there, and I performed in a lot of places where kids can’t go.” After being convinced by students and other adults, Bernacky held the first auditions for the club in 2008. “I said we’ll hold auditions and see if anyone shows up, and about 80 people showed up,” Bernacky said. “The only thing was, I could only take 20 of them, because trying to teach more than 20 comedians, it’s like trying to get cats in a bag.” The proceeds from each show go to the Lake County Animal Shelter. Bernacky let members decide where they wanted the money to go and all agreed on the animal shelter. “We started asking the kids what charities they wanted to sponsor, and they wanted to sponsor Lake County Animal Shelter, and that’s where the name Stray Dogs came from.”

95 current seniors were rewarded Wed., May 9 at the Crown Point Community Foundation Scholarship Night for their outstanding achievements. Seniors Kayla Guerrero and Mark Knox were awarded the Dean and Barbara White scholarship- a full eight semester scholarship. Other scholarships were awarded that night.

Digital graphics contest selects top performances

The Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias sponsors an annual High School Poster / Visual Arts contest. It is open to any student enrolled as a freshman through senior or Parochial School in the United States and Canada. The theme for the 2017-18 contest is “What is a Friend”. The principles of the Knights of Pythias are Friendship, Charity and Benevolence. All graphics students had the opportunity to submit their work. Senior Alycia Pappenheim placed first, senior Trystan Himes placed second and sophomore Meghan McGee placed third in the region.

Change is a part of life, especially in high school. The Stray Dogs know this modification all too well. “We used to only be all improv, now we’ve moved onto a few sketches and we’ve moved on to Stand-Up also,” Bernacky said. The Stray Dogs have also expanded and been involved in different films. “We’ve used our stuff to go ahead and get kids into several major film series and feature films and stuff like that during the school year,” Bernacky said. “We’ve actually helped produce two films through the help of the Stray Dogs ourselves. One which was just being released right now, which is ‘The Things We’ve Seen.’ [It] is available on Amazon and iTunes and Google Play.” Being involved in films and being on stage isn’t easy for everyone. Some people are born to be on stage, but others have to work their way up to being comfortable in front of others. “I have definitely gotten more confidence. I always used to be really shy, and I would hate speaking in front of crowds,” freshman Hailey Postman said. “I didn’t think that anyone appreciated my humor, so I have definitely started to use it more and become more confident.” Despite the spontaneous nature of the show, preparation starts at the end of first semester. This includes getting games and activities together, as well as advertising for the show. “Even though it’s improv and we think of things on the spot, we still had to know what was going on,” Postman said.

Other preparation includes getting rid of nerves before the show. “Usually during group warm ups, we all get in circles and give each other pep talks to make sure that we’re all good,” sophomore Olivia Bianco said. “Even during the show, we always have each others’ backs and if someone’s too stressed we tell them to calm down and that they’re fine.” For this past show in particular, the presence of former Stray Dogs was reassuring to the current members. “I liked seeing all the old Stray Dogs that came back to support us in our ten year,” Bianco said. Stand-Up is a big part of the show, in which one comedian acts out a script they wrote themselves. “I’ve been preparing since December, because I’ve been writing my Stand-Up. I’ve been having to do revisions and edits and then revisions of the edits, and practice it a lot. It was very anxious coming up to show, but now that I’m done with the show I’m happy I was so well prepared,” Bianco said. With both shows, they raised $800 for the animal shelter and for the Youth Improv Initiative, and everyone in the club hopes to raise more in the future. Next year, the Stray Dogs also hope to expand their club and do more local shows. “We’re going to be partnering with some other theatres around the area, so we can take our youth improv and do some performances for other groups beside just the school, so we’ll be able to spread our stuff around,” Bernacky said.

National Honor Society welcomes new members, introduces point system BY KIRA SCHUELKA JESSI ALCORTA-ROBLES associate editor advertising editor

As the school year comes to an end, the National Honor Society has made some changes for next year. Part of the change has been to elect new directors, as they do every year, and restructure the membership requirements. Junior Allison Herkey is the new president and she feels ready for the role. She describes herself as confident but approachable and willing to take new ideas on. “I currently apply these skills daily, not only as a student but also an athlete and an active member of my community,” Herkey said. As the past president, senior Hugo Rodriguez is immensely thankful for the opportunity NHS gave him to grow his leadership abilities. “I loved every second of it and I’m truly blessed for the opportunity. It gave me the chance

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“Students must accumulate 15 service points per semester. For monthly meetings, you get 1 point I am looking forward to improving the National Honor Society per meeting. For NHS group serprogram and inspiring not only new members but also returning vice projects, 5 points. We make members. I want everyone to be involved and enjoy every little as- these so high because we encourage students to take part in these pect of NHS. great opportunities,” Herkey said. Allison Herkey “For NHS sponsored donation, 2 junior points per donation. For community service hours, 1/2 point per to work with others and build clout that came with leading the hour of service. Failure to comupon my communication skills,” meeting but it was more impor- plete all 15 service points by the Rodriguez said. “I also actually tant to me to somehow create a semester deadline will result in an additional 5 service points needed feel like a leader at this point. The change.” skill has been inside of me but Herkey similarly feels excited for the year’s total.” New to NHS, sophomore NHS brought it out.” to improve NHS and help new Marjana Risteska went into the Since the presidents are in members become important in club expecting community service charge of so much, they typically the community. She has goals that work and to help out others. Risdo a multitude of events. Some she hopes to work on next year. teska plans to keep up with NHS things they excel at and others “I am looking forward to imfor her remaining years of high are more difficult. Each President proving the National Honor Soschool. most likely has what they favored ciety program and inspiring not “I definitely plan on being a the most. only new members but also repart of NHS for all of my remain“My favorite thing as Presi- turning members,” Herkey said. “I ing years in high school. I am very dent was being at the forefront of want everyone to be involved and excited to work in our communieverything. I enjoy the responsibil- enjoy every little aspect of NHS.” ty and help out people in need. ity and accountability that comes There have been changes to All of the projects that NHS takes with such a privilege,” Rodriguez NHS for next year that will be the part in and runs seem really excitsaid. “I obviously enjoyed the directors job to implement.

Think Ahead

June 5

Graduation It is the time all seniors have been waiting for. Ticket holders can enter at 4:45 p.m. and general admission without tickets is at 5:20 p.m. The ceremony begins at 6 p.m. on the football field.

June 6

Cap and gown returns

Seniors will pick-up diplomas and return gowns from 12-2 p.m. in the CPHS cafeteria. Seniors must bring an ID and gown must be returned to receive diploma.

June 17 Father’s Day Today is a day to celebrate the fathers around the world. Pay respect to your father because many children go without paternal figures in their life.

June-July

Various sports are hosting summer camps for students in K-12. Some offerings include baseball, basketball, volleyball and tennis. For more sports and information visit the CPHS website.

Summer school beings Mon., June 11 and will end Fri., July 20. There will be no school Wed., July 4. Session 1 times are 7-9:35 a.m., Session 2 times are 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. and Dual Session times are 7 a.m. 12 p.m.

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ing and I can’t wait to be a part of it for the next two years,” Risteska said. “Since I haven’t been in NHS very long, I haven’t had to manage my NHS responsibilities with school work, extracurriculars and friends yet. But I have a feeling it’s going to be more challenging next year when I have more responsibilities. So I am just going to have to try to give 100% to all my activities, and I might have to give up some sleep every now and then.” Overall, Herkey’s idea for president is to help new members become involved and improve NHS. She knows she has a lot to do for next year but is confident in handling it. “I am beyond excited and cannot wait to work alongside all members and directors to achieve so many great things this upcoming year,” Herkey said. “I don’t think people realize how much fun comes along with NHS, and I am looking forward to encouraging new members to try new things.”

July 4

Independence Day Whether it be a cook-out or attending the annual parade, celebrate the nation’s freedom today.

Aug. 3-12 Aug. 23 Lake County Fair

Enjoy an elephant ear, rides and grandstand shows during this time.

First day of 2018-2019 school year

Get ready for another 180 of learning.

Think Again Presidential Nomination On this day in 1860, the Republican Party nominated Abraham Lincoln for President.

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Students receive scholarships from CP Community Foundation BY MORGAN COOPER CAT PADILLA

situation would be to give every single kid a scholarship.” Senior Sherry Zhang received three CPCF scholarships and two other scholarships. She believes the application process is well worth the effort in the end. “I applied to as many scholarships as I could. Three of my scholarships were through the Crown Point Community Foundation, which had one application and an interview,” Zhang said, “I’m very

grateful for the generosity that I’ve been blessed with. College is very expensive and this will help me immensely with paying for my education.” Scholarships have the potential to make an impact on the lives of the people who receive them. Many people need financial help to afford to go to college, so scholarships are one way of taking off some of the financial burden. “It means a lot to me that people

would invest in my education and believe in me,” Zhang said. “It’s important to apply to as many scholarships as you can because college is very expensive and having a secondary education is now crucial.” There are so many ways students can begin investing in their future. Scholarships are something any high school student could consider. Taking a moment to look up scholarship opportunities that are available and filling out an application could lead to useful financial help for college. “Check Naviance, check with the guidance counselors because they all know who has scholarships, not just the CPCF, but other scholarships too,” Nielsen said. People interested in lending a hand in funding scholarships are able to donate sums of any amount to the CPCF, which would then go into one of their many CPCF sponsored scholarships. “Another thing we have is what’s called a Crown Point Community Foundation Scholarship award and it is it’s own fund and anybody in the community can add money to that,” Nielsen said. “We were able to give away nine $1,000 scholarships (this year) just because of others in the community.”

to it than just receiving the products and shipping them off instantly. It requires the assistance of those willing to help. “Food donations are brought into our warehouse to be checked for safety and sorted into various categories by our volunteers,” Egan said. “Then, the food is distributed to our partner agencies (food pantries, soup kitchens and daycare centers).” Monetary donations are just as significant to the Food Bank. If guests use money to purchase tickets to the concert, it can still have an impact on the life of an individual. “We have over 100 partner agencies throughout Lake and Porter counties,” Egan said. “Since we have a greater buying power, monetary donations can go a long way at the Food Bank. For every $1 donated, we can provide 3 meals to a neighbor in need.”

Junior Michael Kracht is the organizer of the concert and the drummer of one of the bands, Mr. Noir. As a student, he feels as though this is an important task to carry out. He believes that it will implement change for the better. “I see nothing but good coming from this,” Kracht said. “I feel as though it will give members of the community something to do. I hope it will have a positive impact on our community and draw attention to hunger right here in our community.” Kracht and his mother, Kendra, have been working on the project alongside each other. They each had different roles in the process of planning and executing. “She has ensured everything for the event has fallen into place. This includes a financial report on total costs, finding and booking the hall, and organizing volunteers,” Kracht said. “While I was left to

the job of organizing the show timings, set length intermissions, floor plan, audio techs, stage hands and lighting. Together we made a formidable team.” The main purpose of the event is to advocate a good cause through the enjoyment of guests. To students like Kracht, supporting those who are in need is a key component of being an active member in society. “We are sitting on a hotbed of hunger in the Northwest Indiana outer Chicagoland area,” Kracht said. “That’s why we chose the Northwest Indiana Food Bank as the beneficiary of the event. They are making a change with their Pack Away Hunger campaigns, feeding thousands of children and overall providing the impoverished with millions of meals to stave off hunger. They truly are superheroes, and they don’t need capes. They prove it by filling plates.”

Head custodian foreman Dianne Bush’s son had an E. coli infection at the age of two years old. It developed into hemolytic uremic syndrome, which is a condition caused by the abnormal destruction of red blood cells. “(My son) had kidney failure, high blood pressure, and he was on dialysis for thirty two days and his kidneys still were not functioning,” Bushman said. “At that point they wanted us to put him on a donor list or see if he was a match for one of us because they were preparing us for the

worst of that. They had to put the tube in his belly for dialysis and it cycled through every six hours to clean his kidneys out because they weren’t working.” It was speculated that Bushman’s son received the infection from E. coli contaminated milk. “It was awful, it was terrible,” Bushman said. “Now, he’s twenty-one, just graduated college and he’s okay. It’s very scary. I remember that first visit coming back home from the hospital, I threw everything away in my refrigerator. I tossed everything

in the cabinets, I was just in a total panic about food.” As for ways to further avoid infections and health scares such as E. coli, TaxterWade recommends keeping up to date on public health issues. “Consumers can protect themselves by monitoring and following public health officials’ recommendations that may be provided in recalls and public health advisories,” Wade-Taxter said. “Consumers should follow guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.”

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It is time to say goodbye to Class of 2018. As the seniors are sent off to college, some students who are planning on attending college apply for scholarships to help finance their education. About two thirds of all full time students receive financial help for college through grants and/or scholarships. There are many opportunities for students to receive scholarships, but some students don’t know where to begin. The Crown Point Community Foundation (CPCF) is an organization that provides scholarships funded by community members for community members. This year 195 students applied for scholarships through the CPCF, and 95 of those students were awarded a scholarship. Scholarship amounts totaled $354,000, and 87 of the scholarships were Crown Point High School students. “It’s amazing when young people come in and we learn about them being so academically advanced and involved in all the clubs and activities and in the community and working part-time jobs,” CPCF President Mary Nielsen said. “The ideal

PHOTO BY MORGAN COOPER Noah Clark (center) poses with his parents and scholarships he received at the scholarship night May 9.

‘Hunger Strike’ concert to benefit Northwest Indiana Food Bank BY OLIVIA BUDZEVSKI JACOB JOHANSSON reporters

Music is commonly referred to as food for the soul. The Hunger Strike Concert for the less fortunate is featuring bands include Mr. Noir, Stolen Goods, Pentarchy and Seeing Double at On The Square Sports Academy on June 1, from 5-9 p.m. Admission includes either $10 per person or a bag of non-perishable food items. “This event will help the Food Bank acquire food to distribute to folks who are food insecure across Northwest Indiana,” events and outreach associate Riley Egan said. “It will also increase awareness of the Food Bank’s mission and resources we offer.” Egan understands the layered process it takes to collect donations. There is more

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The referendum really helps out teachers and students because it provides more funding for the schools.”

Opioid misuse in Indiana cost the state over $4 billion a year, or $11 million daily. Indiana is one of the leading states in bio-science industry. Researchers suggest funding the development of an effective, nonaddictive, pain reliever that would prove useful in fighting this crisis.

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Hannah Ragsdale senior

It has been a big problem and having a pain reliever to prevent this ongoing crisis in Indiana would really help out.”

Alex Rich junior

Schools across North Carolina were closed May 16 as teachers gather in the state capital for a massive rally, joining the nationwide push for higher teacher pay and better school funding. An estimated 19,000 people joined the march.

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I think that is great because they are fighting for what they believe in... no one can be anything without a Harrison Smith teacher.” freshman

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On May 8, more than 70 percent of voters voted yes for the CPCSC referendum. The referendum was first passed by voters of the district in 2011 and currently funds more than 70 teachers, more than 500 extracurricular activities and nurses in all 10 schools.

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“It is very important to always wash hands before handling any raw fruit or vegetables and of course raw meat,” Maloney said. “Never use the same cutting boards for raw foods and cooked foods.” Some students already enforce these habits in their day to day lives. “I practice food safety at home by making sure I don’t cross contaminate meats and vegetables when I cut them, washing my hands frequently, and making sure that I wash all of my fruit and vegetables before I eat them,” sophomore Sammi Lyden said.

Prince Harry and actress Meghan Markle are expected to marry on May 19. Her father, Thomas Markle, will not attend the wedding and will not walk his daughter down the aisle. Her father, who is understood to be in Mexico, was reported to have staged photographs for the paparazzi.

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I would be really upset if my dad didn’t walk me down the aisle...I feel like it is rude of him to not walk Mara Manoski his daughter.” sophomore

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BY ALEXIA WOJCIECHOWSKI online-editor-in-chief

Education provides experiences that should not be overlooked The past twelve years have gone by faster than I could have ever fathomed. It feels like just yesterday I was climbing on the bus to embark on my first educational journey, kindergarten. Since then, I have learned so much thanks to so many people. Senior year provides many experiences. I have found one of the most memorable to be the many last firsts you get to experience. There is nothing that compares to the feeling of waking up for your last first day of high school or experiencing your last snow day. The most influential people I have encountered over the past decade have to be teachers. Everyday they enlighten people’s minds which is a truly incredible concept. Walking into kindergarten, I had no idea what addition was, but now I am able to, kind of, comprehend calculus. That doesn’t happen overnight. The hard work and dedication each and every teacher has put into making sure I understood a concept has propelled me to be where I am at today. I believe people sometimes

overlook the fact that they have had the amazing support of teachers to get them this far. Although high school can be stressful, one of the most important things is to leave space for yourself. It is crucial to keep your mental health in check and if that means doing five percent worse on a test, it is worth it. Even having someone to talk to, whether that be a friend, parent or teacher can help completely rid yourself of pent up emotions and negativity. With this, it is important to be able to enjoy yourself and the time you spend with others. By the time senior year is closing, you will realize that next year is going to be completely different because almost every aspect of your life is going to change. You might even be going to a different college than your best friend. So go on spontaneous ice cream runs with your friends. Spend the day watching movies with your family. Write your favorite teachers a thank you note. Most importantly, don’t overstress yourself about any class.

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BY AUDREY GACSY co-editor-in-chief

Remember those who gave generously; give back to them Growing up in Crown Point has always been beneficial. The atmosphere is friendly, the neighborhoods are safe and the lifestyle is enjoyable. I feel lucky to have been able to call Crown Point my home. On May 9th, my feelings of luck turned into feelings of thankfulness. A multitude of scholarship donors gave generously to students some had never even gotten to know. I was one of those students. On scholarship night, I had the opportunity to talk with one of my donors. The most remarkable part about our conversation is that anytime I would thank him, he thanked me right back. Without any hesitation, he gave me a big hug, held my hand and handed me a certificate worth 1000 dollars. He had only met me a single time before, but his generosity was overpowering. Throughout my life, people have truly been so giving to me. As I take a step back and think about it, I realize that I owe it to myself to give back to others in the same ways. I can recall the many times people have done me favors. I remember clearly the times in my life when I was taken aback by the hospitality of

others. Students at Crown Point have opportunities beyond what the state requires. We have entire foundations dedicated to helping us achieve our dreams. With the kindness in their hearts, people just give. It only seems fitting that we should all someday aspire to do the same. If it weren’t for the generosity of others, my dreams of going to college would have been very difficult to bring to life. Because of programs like the Crown Point Community Foundation and various other scholarship programs, I will be able to leave college debt free. The doors to further education will be wide open. Instead of having thousands of dollars of debt, I will hopefully have the funds to make a scholarship for other deserving students. Really, anyone who received a scholarship should try to do the same. I want to make someone feel as great as I felt when I heard my name called to get a scholarship. Future generations deserve it. There will someday be students just like us who rely on the generosity of others. It is only fitting that we all return the favor.

People can never be too careful. With the multiple reports of dangerous outbreaks from contaminated food, it is important to always keep your food in check. Try to keep track of where your food has been and what bacteria may be growing on it. It could save your life. The season of long, hot days has arrived. With it often comes outdoor parties and picnics. It is easy to lose track of exactly how long that potato salad has been sitting out in the sun. Outdoor parties are loads of fun, and graduation parties are practically a staple for every senior. They become not so fun when all the guests find out they got sick from the food. The Department of Health stresses that these outbreaks of contamination don’t need to happen. If more Americans would wash their hands and actually use soap, there would be so many less illnesses. As kids we are taught to always wash our hands, and the lesson wasn’t for nothing. Cleanliness is the absolute best way to stay safe. Another possible contamination is in food preparation. While someone is cutting their chicken, they may also be cutting your fruit. The raw chicken mixed with strawberries is not a good taste and not a safe one. Something as simple as using a different knife may save your guests from a terrible bout of food poisoning. This is the same with raw foods. Your mom probably yelled at you about stealing a bite of raw cookie dough, but that was because she was trying to save you from a case of salmonella. Raw eggs are a large cause of the horrible stomach illnesses Americans get annually. As a last ditch effort to save someone from sickness, refrigeration and keeping your fridge clean are easy fixes to disgusting foods. Don’t have foods open in your fridge since most have lots of bacteria on the inside. Make sure that all food is sealed tight and that there are no spills on the shelves where bacteria can accumulate. The moral of the story is that while food is delicious, it can also be very harmful. When you eat, you must be mindful of what you’re putting into your digestive system. Please keep things clean, and think of yourself and your guests. It’s important. This is your body we’re talking about.

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What precautions do you take to ensure the food you eat is safe?

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“I don’t like to eat food that is processed or that has GMOs because it’s better for you. I watched a thing that said they were really bad.”

“I wash my grapes and my apples before I eat them so they can be clean when I eat it, and I won’t get sick.”

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Erica Castillo junior

“It doesn’t matter much to me. It should matter more, but it just doesn’t. As long as it looks cooked, I’ll eat it.”

Alex McCall

senior “To take precautions, I generally wash my vegetables and fruit. I also check the date on all canned items or bread and milk.”

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Are the Crown Point statues worthwhile for the community?

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Jack Braxton senior “I’m new

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think it just brings life to the whole city. It’s something new. I haven’t really seen anything like it in my old town.”

Karly LaTurner sophomore weird Con: “It’s to have so

many statues of people instead of letting there be actual people. Like they’ll put statues on a bench or looking in a window.”

Amelia Claus teacher

“Last week a friend was in from out of town, and we just walked around Crown Point looking at the new statues. It was interesting to see something new.”

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Pro: Statues make the community unique and provide entertainment to locals BY ERIN MULLER reporter

Walking on the downtown square in Crown Point, one may notice the various statues located at different locations. These statues are a recent addition to Crown Point, coming only four years ago. These statues are costly, however, the city of Crown Point did not pay for these statues whatsoever. All of the money was donated, so the people that donated money chose to give it for these statues. If the statues were not deemed to be worthwhile, then citizens wouldn’t have donated their hard-earned money towards these. Although people do not come to Crown Point specifically to see the statues, the statues are adored by many locals, and it is a free spot for a photoshoot. Driving downtown you see a numerous amount of children, adults and even elders stopping to take a picture by these statues. Originally, these statues were brought to Crown Point as an art project, but they brought in tourists and gave Crown Point families a reason to get out of the house and walk around.

The statues themselves are free, however, when coming to the square, families stop and grab a bite to eat or swing by the shops which can rake in some form of income for the businesses. Since it was an art project solely in Crown Point, the statues are a unique touch that makes the city memorable. Within the first couple of hours of the statues in their place, nearly 50 people stopped by to check out these unique statues. This season, the “Embracing Peace” statue has made its way to Crown Point and can be found by the Sportsplex. “Embracing Peace” is significant due to the fact that the statue is based the real V-J day photograph from Aug. 14, 1945. In this photograph, you see a man, a sailor, and a woman, a nurse, kissing. Most kids and even some adults have no knowledge at all about what has happened in the history of our country, so seeing this gives them an idea and some more insight about it. In conclusion, these statues are very worthwhile and important because they are a great form of tourism and help citizens to learn more about our country.

Con: Local statues fail to serve as

representation for the community

to see money being spent there when we’re struggling to have money spent in other spots.”

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The statues don’t accurately represent Crown Point’s identity. As a contrasting example, our city has a distinct landmark: the Old Court House. The courthouse became a part of Crown Point’s identity by remaining a constant reminder of the history that took place surrounding it. It is permanent symbol of Crown Point, something the statues could never attain status of given the brief appearances they make. Because of this, the statues seem almost misplaced and like that of a vacationing stranger rather than a visiting friend. By no means, however, is Crown Point’s integrity tarnished by the statues. It’s simply unnecessary. Instead of spending time scheduling the arrival and departure of pieces signifying other communities’ history, we should be spending time creating our own permanent monuments. It’s not a matter of whether art is important or not. The importance of art is indisputable and can be seen in the architectural beauty of the Old Court House and even

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in the various bulldog statues scattered across the city. That being said, the difference is that these pieces have significance to Crown Point. The Old Court House has been watching over the city for generations, and the bulldogs, displaying our mascot, are pretty self-explanatory as to why they signify us. To continue, the “tourism” brought to the city by the statues is miniscule. Let’s be honest. There is no one coming to Crown Point for the sole purpose of seeing a giant tooth. And even if there was, it’s not enough to dramatically boost the economy. Instead, we could be working towards something that would produce a noticeable change. Most of the money needed to bring the statues to Crown Point comes from fundraising. So instead of using the money for the expendable statues, it could be put towards improving schools, roads and neighborhoods in need. It’s true; the statues did provide moderate entertainment to the community; however, the buzz surrounding them has died down considerably. They were a great gig in the beginning, but it’s time to say ‘goodbye’ to the frozen faces of the Crown Point statues.

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experiencing life beyond the building

Cyber

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Technology allows for hand-held safety devices BY EMMA FRANK ARI SETLAK reporters

In this new technological era many things are constantly being improved and reinvented. From ordering using a machine at a fast food restaurant to self driving cars. In emergency situations these innovations can be vital. Without realizing, many people have a handheld tool to use in case of an emergency, their cellphones. “Walking alone or going to where someone comes upon them they can hurry swipe and press then this way they can get someone there right away. They can listen to the conversation that is going on while they are holding their phone, it could be a robbery, assault, or anything like that,” Security Director Milan Damjanovic said. According to RAINN, an American women is sexually assaulted every 98 seconds. Teenage girls and younger women are the most at risk to be assaulted. “I do not think I have the defense skills to fight someone off, I have never been in a fight, and I’m not a very aggressive person. I wouldn’t know how to handle myself in a situation where I would be forced to resist someone else. So with this being said hopefully I never have to fight someone off,” sophomore Jane Georgas said. Being in Northwest Indiana,

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it is apart of the Chicagoland area. Though we are close to the city, towns in the region may have their own crime issues. It could also be important to remember that despite being in a smaller town, anything can happen. “What is the difference whether it’s Crown Point, Lowell, or whatever it should be available wherever, because crime can happen anywhere, not just in the big cities. It happens here in Crown Point,” Damjanovic said. As a way to use the technological resources that have become a part of everyday life, a safety app can be very convenient. There are many different kinds of situations that help would be needed, and these apps are designed to fit a variety of needs. “It just depends on the app and the accessibility to be able to get help. Every app is different, so it has to be what is going to be best suited for the person. A guy might want an app this way, and a girl might want an app the other way,” Damjanovic said, “With women they get more sexually assaulted and have other issues, while a guy might be getting robbed. So if he [the victim] presses a button there is a possibility that being able to hit different towers to find his phone again,” Damjanovic said. Recently many more applications have become available for

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everyday use. Available to Apple and Android products are SafeTrek, Circle of 6 and bSafe. SafeTrek offers a button that the user holds down until they are in a safer situation. When the button is released the user will enter a code unless they wish to alert law enforcement. Circle of 6 allows the person using it to notify six individuals they choose of their GPS location. The app bSafe is like Circle of 6, but it also gives the options to receive a fake phone call, trigger an alarm sound, and record video and voice. “Your cellphone is going to hit whatever tower it is closest to and not tell your exact location. So anything extra that can be done, like including where they are going they should. It is something added. It is another added tool of safety along with mace, telling your parents and going with a buddy,” Damjanovic said. Whether wanting peace of mind or a secure and safe way to contact emergency services a personal safety app might be a positive investment. With many of the services being free few barriers stand in the way of easily accessing an app. “I feel like people would rather worry about how their app is functioning, rather than the safety of their surroundings,” Georgas said. Local emergency stations may

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be accustomed to handling traditional situations and accidental calls that made it their way. When the outreach is not the way they are used to they are responsible for assessing the situation and how to handle it. “But because of the technology it is going to depend on that police department and 911 call center that is responding. It is going to be them that is going to see how to respond and adapt to that situation,” Damjanovic said. Though SafeTrek is $2.99 a month, it can be worth it for peace of mind in unsure situations. According to SafeTrek, there were 42,820 active button uses in the past month. Only 1,390 of those led to a call to law enforcement. “I think that people in this area should have them, because sketchy people could be anywhere. Even if I just used it if I felt strange in a place I could, and not call the police,”Georgas said. Today everything is constantly developing, including crime. People may need different options to get help, especially when adjusting to a new place. “A safety app would make anyone feel more secure. If someone is in a new area, it’s going to be full of people they don’t know,” Georgas said. “Having something to make people feel more at ease can change the atmosphere where they are.”

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Top Dogs

Carlson, Rodd earn CPCSC Teacher, Employee of the Year

Of all of the employees and teachers in the Crown Point School Corporations, each year two individuals are selected to be recognized and appreciated for all they have accomplished. This year, geometry teacher Amanda Carlson and administrative assistant Karen Rodd were selected. Carlson was nominated to be the 2018 teacher of the year. “I was shocked and honored. I’ve been nominated in the past, but never made it this far,” Carlson said. “There’s so many great teachers in this corporation, and the fact that I was the chosen one, I’m not going to take lightly. When I got those original nominations, I was touched. It filled my heart with pride that I was even thought about. It means a lot to me.” Considering her coworkers and experience, Carlson understates her nomination. “I work with people that are fantastic. Do I feel like I’m qualified? Absolutely. Do I feel like I’m the only one who should have won it? Not at all,” Carlson said. “I didn’t know that I would ever win this so early on in my career. I’ve only been teaching here for twelve years, that means a lot. The fact that I was nominated by someone in our community, and

PHOTO BY JESSI ALCORTA-ROBLES CPCSC recently named math teacher Amanda Carlson (left) as secondary teacher of the year and principal’s assistant Karen Rodd (right) as employee of the year. These awards recognize two staff members throughout the entire school corporation.

this on my own, it’s because of my coworkers, my boss, the team I work with. They’re why I was able to win this award.” When nominated for employee or teacher of the year, there is an application process that follows it, which both Carlson and Rodd had to complete. “How it works is somebody nominates you. If you make the finalists, you get a letter stating that you were nominated and made the finalists,” Rodd said. “Then they ask you to write a brief essay about what it means to you to be an employee of the Crown Point School Corporation, then they have you come in for an interview with 4 different people, a previous winner, an administrator and a couple people from the commu-

nity. After being interviewed, you wait.” Karen Rodd wasn’t always a secretary. She began her school career at one of our elementary schools. “I was at Eisenhower preparing food in the kitchen, then I moved up to full-time cook. I have now been at the high school for twelve years. I came over to the high school when Principal Ryan Pitcock was here, and I started off as a receptionist for 8 years, until I became secretary when Principal Chip Pettit became principal.” Rodd said. Now Karen Rodd has been in her position for twelve years. She has become intertwined with the community and Crown Point high school’s history.

“My kids went through the school, went on to get their degrees at Purdue, and they got an excellent start here at Crown Point,” Rodd said. “My favorite part of this job is working with my coworkers, and being able to contribute, and do whatever I can.” Just like Rodd’s kids got to experience life at this school, she has too. “I enjoy working here at the high school with the students, and being part of the crown point community itself,” Rodd said. “Living here, working here, going to the activities on the square, going to the parade. It’s just been, to me, an ideal place to live and work.”

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Exciting Eats

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Easy things to make at home:

CP’s Cheap Eats:

PB & J Pasta Salad

Main Street Cafe Hot Dog Stand Carriage Court

Hot Dogs

Boujee Bites:

Grilled Cheese

Umi Sushi Lucrezia Prime Steakhouse

A Trip Down

Memory Lane

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Carriage Court Pizza has been serving pizza in Crown Point for over 25 years. Check out their patio dining.

Main Street Cafe has been in the same location for 45 years. It has been owned by the same family for the last 15 years and will continue to serve the community. Enjoy their breakfast menu while the school schedule doesn’t matter.

- Look at the stars - Drive-in movies - Catch fireflies

- Go tanning - Visit a local park

LIVE

Mike Adams, known as The Hot Dog Guy, has been selling hot dogs on the Square for years and is a summer staple in Crown Point. Old-Fashioned Entertainment

Experience a classic outdoor movie at the 49er DriveIn Theatre located in Valparaiso. Two movies are featured every weekend of summer.

Cedar Point

Deep River Waterpark

Lollapalooza

Visit the Dunes

Six Flags

Turkey Run

Sands of Time - The dunes spread across three counties. - Lakeshore extends almost 25 miles. - The state park was established in 1923.

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Famous Festival Around 400,000 people visit Lollapalooza each year. It is Chicago’s most famous music festival. The festival features 170 bands across eight stages. Lollapalooza spans over a four-day time period.

Thrill Ride

Simply Splashtastic

Six Flags Great America’s Goliath holds three Guinness World Record titles.

The Deep River Waterpark’s Rip-Tide Wave Pool holds 500,000 gallons of water.

I like to walk around the Square with my friends a lot. I like looking at the different antique shops and eating donuts at Chemshaw’s. I don’t like that I get really lazy. I always like to be doing something. sophomore Rohan Parikh

GAS Because of rising oil prices, car travel will be costly this summer, as gas prices are expected to soar.

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TV Time Recent studies have shown that summer vacations lead kids to watch more Netflix than seen in previous years. INKLINGS FILE PHOTO Mike Adams, popularly known as “The Hot Dog Guy,” sells hotdogs around the Square each summer. He sells at either the lot next to Super Bowl or on the corner of W Joliet Street and S Main Street.

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Summer is quickly approaching as are the expectations of summer and question of what to do before school quickly approaches again are on the rise. While summer vacation is over two months long, many people quickly run out of ideas of what to do and are left wasting time in their summer, just planning out what to do. Even though there are many things that can be done to fill that time before heading back for another school year, the idea of planning a fun-filled summer can be daunting. Whether it’s the beginning of summer or the end, sunny day or rainy day, or it is just one person or a group, there are plans that can be made to make summer a time to remember. Whether someone wants to stay in town or go out further, there are many things that can be done in the summer.

JUNE

- Corn Roast

- Taste of Crown Point

- CP Food and Arts Fest

- Dog-a-palooza

Many locals’ favorites are available just on the Square. There are many local shops and vendors available that have been around for years and are a staple to Crown Point. “I’m looking forward to hanging out with my friends because I will have time for that. We like to go places, walk around the Square and take pictures, get coffee. My favorite place is Cafe Fresco; they have really good boba iced tea,” freshman Catherine Koteski said. Summer is not always just about having plans all the time and being out 24/7. Relaxing and staying home can be just an enjoyable and a calm time to be stress free. There are many things that can be done without leaving the house, ranging from having a movie marathon to coloring. “I like to watch T.V. and chill inside because after being outside for a while it’s nice to be inside for a little bit to cool off,” freshman Nolan Chase said. A major aspect of summer is going outside and experiencing the change in weather. Since winter usually lingers

JULY

- Fourth of July Parade

- City-wide picnic

- Cedar Lake Summer Fest - Fireworks at the Fairgrounds

Beach Bound Indiana Beach features 43 rides including six roller coasters. They have been open since 1926 and was originally named “Ideal Beach.”

- Zao Island

- Hub Pool

- Lake County Fairgrounds

- Indiana Beach

- Boating

in the region area, the warm weather is something to enjoy while it is here. Things that can be done outside range from going on a walk to a local park to going to the beach and swimming. When it comes to wanting to travel and get away for the summer, some people prefer to head out of town and into other parts of the state, country, or even world. With weeks full of time to get away, there are endless options of where one can travel to. From places like Indianapolis and Chicago to places like Florida and California. “I am most looking forward to going to the Cubs games this summer. I love the Cubs and I get to go for my birthday. I always go every summer to all the games and it’s so fun,” junior Sarah Suleiman said. Overall, summer is a time where school is out of session, the sun is out, and plans are ready to be made. Whether someone wants to be busy all summer long or just some plans here and there, summer is meant to be a time to be relaxing and enjoying the time off.

AUGUST

- Lake County Fair

- Swale Music Fest

- Family Fun Fest

- Touch of Dutch Festival

- Taltree Arboretum

Summer Break-Out

Indoor Activities

Locked-In is fairly new to Crown Point and offers a unique group bonding experience unlike other things available in CP.

Jak’s Warehouse

Nature’s Bounty

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- Patrick Melrose (May 12) - Luke Cage (June 22) - Making It (July 31)

Taltree Arboretum is located just 25 miles from Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. They offer lots of open space, hiking trails and a large model train exhibit. They have changing featured programs and events that are fun for the whole family.

Construction is hightened during the summer. Reports show 773 fatal accidents happen in construction zones per year.

Having more teens on the road during the summer leads to an increase in accidents. Hot summer conditions cause engines to overheat. If it starts to overheat, pull over and let it cool down.

Escape Room

Antique Shops Museum Laser Tag Southlake Mall Movie Theater Albanese Library

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I am most looking forward to going to the Cubs games this summer. I love the Cubs and I get to go for my birthday. I always go every summer to all the games and it’s so fun. My perfect summer day is hanging out with my friends. We go to concerts and visit Chicago. We like to walk around and go to museums. junior Sarah Suleiman

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The

Scene Of ‘18

School

Seniors Emily Campbell and Lauren Costello participate in the student-led school walkout on Mar. 14 protesting school gun violence.

Athletics

Seniors Tyler Jones, Zach Ligue and Tyler Gomez wait to hear a referee’s call during a game this past football season.

Community

Seniors Skylar Gomez, Aimee Anderson and Gabby Price bell ring during the holiday season as National Honor Society members.

Seniors, staff celebrate school year successes BY AUDREY GACSY co-editor-in-chief

With the last month of the school year nearing completion, students and staff members alike are taking time to both reflect on the accomplishments of the graduating class and evaluate the future. Senior Aimee Anderson feels proud of her accomplishments while in high school, especially when she was able to give back to her community. “For the National Honor Society this past holiday season, I bell rang with my friends to raise money for the Salvation Army,” Anderson said. “We got to do a wonderful thing for people who really need it.” Throughout high school, Anderson found time to participate in school events. She cites her favorite high school memory as her senior prom.

“Prom really made senior year the best. It is definitely my favorite thing to look back on and think about,” Anderson said. “I got to spend an entire weekend with my best friends.” For Anderson, someone who helped her achieve her academic and personal goals throughout high school was math teacher Amanda Carlson. “My biggest supporter, especially during senior year, has been Ms. Carlson. I have aided for her throughout the years, but this year she has really been helpful to me,” Anderson said. “She has always been willing to help me with any questions I have about going off to college. She has truly supported my decisions.” Another supporter of this year’s graduating class has been College and Career Counselor Johanna Hess. Hess has been able

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Whether you’re feeling nerves or excitement, or both, about this next phase of adulthood, just take a deep breath and enjoy it. Johanna Hess College and Career Counselor to help many students with varying goals make decisions about their futures. “I’ve met with seniors this year who were very confident in their choices and knew right away what they wanted to do after high school. But, I’ve also worked with students who felt more intimidated by the prospect of graduation and entering the real

world,” Hess said. “I’ve met with some students who have worked incredibly hard to achieve their goals and some who have overcome some pretty impossible circumstances.” After managing the post-secondary plans of the graduating class, Hess is confident that the class of 2018 will be successful. She recommends that students continue to be their best selves wherever they go. “As you move forward to the next step in your lives, don’t be afraid to challenge yourselves and to embrace your new independence,” Hess said. “Whether you’re feeling nerves or excitement, or both, about this next phase of adulthood, just take a deep breath and enjoy it.” As she continues her education at Purdue University, Anderson plans on taking that advice. She is

looking forward to having a new sense of independence. “I am looking forward to meeting new people, and making new memories with those new people. I’m also excited to be on my own and learn how to fend for myself,” Anderson said. For senior Ryan Bolda, graduation is bittersweet. His senior year experiences were memorable, but moving on to life beyond high school is appealing. “My best memory from senior year was when the football team won sectionals for the second year in a row,” Bolda said. “But I’m really looking forward to an awesome summer filled with unforgettable memories with all of my friends. I’m also really looking forward to college and all the new experiences and opportunities it has to offer.”

Hats Off to the Class of 2018

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Top 10 Institutions applied to: 1. IU Bloomington 2. (Tied) Purdue W. Lafayette & Purdue NW 4. IU Northwest 5. Ball State University 6. Valparaiso University 7. IUPUI 8. Butler University 9. Indiana State University 10. University of Indianapolis Information as of 05/08/18

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summer tournaments baseball

Regionals at LaPorte 6-2

boys & girls track State Meet at IU 6-2

girls tennis State Finals 6-2

softball Semistate 6-2

boys golf Sectionals 6-1

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PHOTO BY ABBIE GELON Senior Ryan Musgrove winds up to throw shot put during Unified track and field meet on May 10. Crown Point faced off against multiple teams from Northwest Indiana.

Unified Track & Field shows sportsmanship, positivity BY TIMMY ABBOTT EMMIE MCCONNELL

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The Unified Track & Field team held their first and only home meet of the season Thurs., May 10. It was a beautiful day outside for the Bulldogs to showcase their skills and sportsmanship in front of a large crowd. The team, led mainly by coach Branden Lorek, was very excited to get out there and perform after practicing many Tuesdays and Thursdays to make sure they were in top form. The Bulldogs take the competition seriously; Lorek was quick to praise the great efforts of his team. “Our practices are very similar to the boys and girls varsity track teams,” Lorek said. “We work on everyone’s agility and strength exercises (at practices). After that, we focus on everyone’s individual events.” Those events that Lorek referred to are the 100 meter and 400 meter dashes, shot put, long jump and the 4x1 relay. Just like the students, Lorek consistently has a great time with the rest of the team. He says that it is a very rewarding experience for himself and the participants. “My favorite part of being a leader is having the ability to give kids the opportunity to show what they can do and to represent their school. Unified Track is a great opportunity to give them a chance that they may not usually have,” Lorek said. Lorek spoke even further about the mission

PHOTO BY ABBIE GELON Unified track and field athletes take the field while holding a Crown Point High School banner.

and benefits of events such as Unified Track & Field very confidently and with passion. “The main idea of Unified Track is that we want people with disabilities to be able to compete. We want to be able to show that they still are competitors. As coaches, we want to teach the kids that they need to compete in life,” Lorek said. “I personally believe that message is being brought across. The kids have showed great sportsmanship, as well as pride and passion for their school.” Senior Ryan Musgrove said he has had a very fun time while exhibiting pride and passion; he was very quick to reference how much fun shot put is. An example of the great rapport that brightly shines through the roster is how the Bulldogs passed time between events by playing duck-duck-goose, an activity Musgrove agreed was one of his favorite parts about the meet. The Bulldogs have had outstanding success

so far throughout their short time in competition. This is the fourth season they’ve competed; they won sectionals last season and made it to the state finals in the previous two seasons. Sophomore Luke Hanlon wanted a taste of the winning culture of Track & Field at the high school, and Unified Track & Field has provided him with just that. “A lot of what encouraged me to join Unified Track was that I knew most of the kids who would be in it and I also wanted to see what track would be like. This gave me the perfect opportunity experience track & field with less real pressure,” Hanlon said. “Being a member of the team has been a very rewarding time.” Examples of positive experiences, such as Hanlon’s and Musgrove’s, suggest that being a part of the Unified Track & Field team and other similar groups have the potential to enrich many students’ high school careers. Lorek encourages all students who are interested in joining to come down to his room in C125 any time, and he says that they’re accepting of anyone who is trying to get involved. A sport sponsored by the IHSAA, Unified Track & Field is just one of many unified sports that more and more schools are participating in. While track is the only sport that Crown Point is currently offering, Lorek believes our school is “headed in the right direction” and hopes that adding more unified sports is in our future. Perhaps the sportsmanship and positivity put on display at the meet last Thursday will influence more support for Crown Point to do exactly that.

Golf relies on veteran talent to stroll through DAC tournament BY ELIZABETH GONZALEZ reporter

My moment of the month ... “...breaking our school’s long jump record and placing first in the DAC for long jump.” Senior Nick Ryan Track & Field

Ending the regular season soon, the boys golf team has a lot to reflect on when it come to wins and losses. With prize senior Yianni Kostouros leaving, the boys are getting ready to fill in some big shoes. “Yianni has really come around as a leader, socializing, telling stories about his previous hardships on the course and years. He talks with us as a team about our pregame mentality and what we need to do before we step foot on each hole. Down to the final stretch I think Yianni truly is what brings

the team together and makes us better,” sophomore Finn Kiger said. The biggest goal this season as a team has been to try and tie for first at DAC, sectionals and move out of regionals as a team. With DAC being on Monday there is a lot of anticipation going into these next few weeks. These weeks will be crucial for their success. “I try to do the best I can everyday always striving for better. I know I do have a shot at winning state and that has been driving me this season to perform. We have a great group of hardworking guys, and I know they will have no prob-

lem taking on the spots left behind,” Kostouros said. This season the boys biggest accomplishment has to be going down to state and taking ninth out of 23 of the best teams. Golf is a sport that is seemingly overlooked; however, the talent they are bringing into the competitive season will be one to watch. “This whole season I have been trying to improve my game as an individual. The coaching staff is great and know what to do to get us to the place we need to be. Golf is generalized as an individual sport, but that’s one of the things I love

about Crown Point Golf because of how much of a team the guys are. We strive for the best in our individual games but at the end of the day we recognize we are a team,” sophomore Mikey Pinchok said. With the team’s best interest and a common goal there will be no stopping the Dogs. With DAC coming on Mon., May 21, all eyes will be on the boys to see how they perform. We can expect nothing less than par from the boys. With key players Kostouros and Pinchok entering the competition, the end of the regular season should not be complicated for the boys.

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Boys track attempts to make deep postseason outing BY HENRY WITHROW sports editor

Cruising into the end of the year, the boys track and field team is now preparing for their postseason. Although the school year is winding down, the track team is now preparing for their state meet scheduled for June 2. With numerous accomplishments under the team’s belt, they feel ready for the competition looming upon them. From school records broken to top state placements, the team has had an exciting year with high hopes for the sectional tournament. “I think the season is going really well. We’ve had many of accomplishments and are hoping to get more. So far preparing for the postseason is always hard, but this year I’m doing more workouts and spending more time at practice,” senior Jason Collins said. Not only have the seniors this season been focusing on how they will perform during their final high school track season, but they have also tried to lead the younger guys into future leadership roles. The seniors know underclassmen have great potential. “The thing that me and the other seniors have done to lead the younger guys is we work with them everyday and show them the mistakes we made when we were younger and hopefully (it) helps them not do the same mistakes,” Collins said. With great potential comes great expectations for this year’s postseason. Not only do the boys believe they will win the sectional championship, but they believe they have a shot at the regional plaque. The seniors expect the younger guys to come through and fight as hard as they plan to in order to grasp a championship for the Bulldogs. “My expectations for this postseason are to win sectionals and regionals as a team and to get top 3 at state in the 4x800. I’m hoping to keep improving throughout the postseason to help the team as much as possible,” senior Josh Whitaker said. As the sectional and regional meets start to roll around, the coaches have begun preparations in order for the team to reach their potential. They have put high expectations on the team and the boys plan on capitalizing when the time comes. “Coaches work us hard when we don’t have meets and give us the proper rest when we need it. We also openly discuss with the coaches what we feel is best for us as a team and individually so there’s good communication,” junior Matt Hanlon said. The track team heads to Valparaiso to compete in the regional championship meet on May 24.

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Girls tennis finishes season at top of DAC BY HENRY WITHROW sports editor

The Crown Point girls tennis team’s historic postseason run is being put on the line once again this season. After 5 straight DAC championship wins and 22 sectional wins in the past 23 seasons, Crown Point is surely a force to be reckoned with in Northwest Indiana. With a 13-2 regular season record, the girls are heading into the postseason with tremendous confidence. Not only do the players feel as if the team has grown together, but they feel they have grown individually as well. “I feel that we have had a great season considering we are DAC champions again, placing 3rd in the Zionsville tournament and placed better than teams ranked in the state. As an individual I think I have really excelled as a player and grown throughout the season which has been why I have been so successful as a player,” senior Karlye Sopczak said. “Expectations for post season for me is to obviously take back the sectional championship and to advance to regionals and just play our best as a team to try to win the three spots, so we can have the chance to play in semi state.” With the team’s regular season record being well above the .500 mark at 13-2, the team has high hopes heading into the tournament. The players trust that head coach Brian Elston has prepared them well in order to succeed. “We plan to go as far as we can go. We all became much clos-

er after our tournament in Zionsville,” senior Caroline Sarbieski said. “We’ve worked hard and focused with the motivation. This is our last season to play how we want to play. Coach Elston has drilled us and worked us hard, so we can play our best.” Along with the players’ high expectations for themselves, they have high hopes for the underclassmen. They believe they have great potential for postseason and next year’s season. “My expectations for the underclassmen is to be dedicated and just try their best and give it their all. I also expect them to improve upon skills for next season and to try not to play so nervous,” Sopczak said. After defeating the Lowell Red Devils 5-0 on May 16, the team prepares to face off against Hanover Central, but the results are unavailable due to press time. Elston is pushing for the team to lose nerves and focus on improvement. “We expect to continue to improve and play better than the match we played before, which is our goal every day. We want to play without nerves, play without worry, and do the best we possibly can,” Elston said. Sophomore Morganne Mannino believes coach Elston has them well-equipped for the challenges ahead. “Coach made sure to show us that everything we worked hard for was going to pay off. He made sure we were doing our very

PHOTOS BY MEGAN VAN PROOYEN Senior Emily Campbell sets up to serve during her match against Lowell Red Devils.

best by practicing everyday, even during our off season,” Mannino said. In the end, the Dogs have worked hard all season and now it is the time to showcase their abilities even more. For senior Ana Maksimovich, regular season built her up to make postseason memorable. “(Regular season) definitely has given me confidence to finish my senior year strong and for our team to make a deep postseason run,” Maksimovich said. The Crown Point girls tennis team will face off against the Hanover Central Wildcats with hopes to face off against either the Lake Central Indians or the Kankakee Valley Kougars. If the Bulldogs win, they will head to the regional tournament on May 22.

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We’ve worked hard and focused with the motivation. This is our last season to play how we want to play.

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Seniors drive baseball team forward after 19-6 season BY JAKE MCCALLISTER assistant sports editor

Crown Point’s string of strong baseball seasons has continued on to this season. Currently the Bulldogs are 19-6 after Wed., May 15 victory at Portage as they are ready to head into sectional play. Even with the success, the Bulldogs are staying focused on the task at hand. Taking the games one pitch at a time, they’re focused on their sectional opponent, the Hobart Brickies, who they played Fri., May 11 and beat 4-0 with 7 shutout innings from senior Ryan Bolda. “We’re really looking forPHOTO BY JESSI ALCORTA-ROBLES ward to making a solid run into Junior Marek Bauner attemps to strike the postseason,” said senior Ben out Merrillville batter on May 9. Dogs defeated the Pirates 10-0. Fridrich. “If we play the way we can and the way we are supposed CURRENT RECORD to I can see us winning the sectional and getting a shot in the regional.” With a combination of

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good pitching and hot hitting, the Dogs have one of the best teams in the region. Not only do they have a 19-6 record they also finished the season with a 10-4 conference record with two wins against number 15 ranked Chesterton and beating number 14 Highland and also over Andrean who is number one in 3A. “It’s the best time of the year to get hot and it’s important for us to keep the roll going and take it into sectionals and win it,” junior Josh Lindeman said. Players have filled into their roles quite nicely. Ryan Bolda has been the ace of this pitching staff taking two victories against Chesterton including one shut out. Ben Fridrich has been driving in runs in the clean up spot and senior Jake DeFries has been a solid lead off hitter all season and also a highlight reel at shortstop. “Our team chemistry has been great this year. We have all

done a nice job stepping into our roles. We gel really well together and when you have that you’re hard to beat,” Fridrich said. The 13th ranked team in the state has a lot to hang their hat on, but they are still not satisfied; they haven’t hit their goals yet. With postseason baseball coming up, the boys are focused. “It doesn’t mean anything to us and we try to not focus on rankings at all,” Lindeman said. “We know that when we play our best baseball we are the best team on the field and that’s all that matters to us.” There’s a lot of baseball left to be played for this group of guys. They’ve been grinding since last summer to get another shot after last year’s tough sectional semifinal loss to Chesterton. The Bulldogs have played this whole season with a chip on their shoulder and look to get another go and earn some hardware.

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Girls softball aims to repeat last year’s state win

column BY JAKE MCCALLISTER assistant sports editor

Sox do not have the tools to match the Cubs’ successes

BY GWYN ISAACS reporter

Stepping up to the plate, the girls softball team is looking to repeat last year’s success. With intensive training and positive attitudes, the team’s hopes are not far from reality. The Lady Bulldogs ended their previous season as state champions. Freshman Madelyn Adams believes improving mentalities is what will keep the winning streak alive. “My goal is to be a motivating teammate and keep all the girls up. I can’t control our opponents or how well they play, but I can control my mindset and the effort I put forward,” Adams said. “Of course a conference or a sectional win would mean a lot to us, but our mental mindset going into next week is going to be as important as our physical performance. Every game we are going to step on the field with a fresh mindset and a desire to live.” Other players also believe that keeping a positive attitude will ensure wins this season. “We are working hard every day and just thinking about getting better one day at a time. Everyone tries to keep the most positive attitude possible, and we help each other to be the best that we can be,” junior Mallory McMahon said. A major component of the state champs’ success is the team’s inseparable bond. Many friendships made on the field have carried out off the field. These bonds are what make the team stronger and more motivated. McMahon believes the strength of the team’s bond came from the amount of time everyone has known each other. “I would describe the bond of our team as extremely close. We have all known each other and some of us have even played with each other for a long time,” McMahon said. Often times teammates will become each other’s biggest fans. Juniors Brooke Manhatton and Maggie Ballentine are prime examples of this. “Maggie Ballentine has been the teammate to truly support me through everything. We have played softball together since we were six and have always been each other’s biggest fans,” Manhatton said.

PHOTO BY JESSI ALCORTA-ROBLES Junior Mallory McMahon attempts to make a base hit against LaPorte Slicers on May 8. Dogs defeated the Slicers 5-0.

Without a sense of confidence, the girls would not be the exceptional team that they are. The Lady Bulldogs push each other to be the very best athletes possible. “We have such a close and strong bonded team that I can’t just pick one person that makes me want to be a better athlete. It’s multiple people; it’s the whole team. My teammates know what I’m capable of and push me to be better,” Adams said. “I’ve grown up playing with most of the girls and being surrounded by them allows me to be more comfortable coming in as a freshman and calling this my team.” Since the girls are targets to other teams, the girls are well preparing to go up against their determined components. “From the first day of open gyms we knew that everyone was going to be after us, and from that first day we started working hard,” Adams said. “Preparing for season and even to now we are working to become the best team possible. We push each other to our greatest potential and know that good results will follow.” The girls softball team will begin their sectional games on May 21 at home.

The Crosstown Classic was played this past weekend. The Cubs took 2 out of 3 from the White Sox at Wrigley Field. The Cubs have been the most successful team in baseball since 2015, racking up the most wins of any team in the league. We have seen their past struggles turn into success. The White Sox are currently going through that struggling process. They have a few of their top prospects in the majors right now, along with several others still in the minors, but none of them have played up to par so far. I don’t see how the White Sox will be able to do what the Cubs have done. What the Cubs did was a bit lucky; they traded a backup catcher and received a Cy Young winner, traded a pitcher that was just a couple months away from retirement for Kyle Hendricks, traded Jason Hammel and Jeff Samardzija for Addison Russell and then they got Hammel back in free agency. There’s a reason that all-stars always seem to go to the same few teams, such as the Yankees, Red Sox, Dodg-

ers, Giants, Cardinals and Cubs. They all sell out nearly every home game. The White Sox struggle with attendance, even when they’re good. The last time the White Sox made the playoffs was 2008, and they ranked 16th in attendance. In 2012, the White Sox won 85 games and nearly made the playoffs, and they were 24th in attendance. That same year, the Cubs went 61-101 and ranked 10th in attendance. Basically, when the Cubs were bad, they were still able to make a lot of profit which means they can afford a higher payroll. White Sox fans expect to get Manny Machado. The Sox can afford a player of his caliber, but they can’t afford more than one guy like him. When the Cubs won they had tons of young talent, but they also had to pay several veterans like Ben Zobrist, John Lackey, Jon Lester and Jason Heyward. With a handful of teams in rebuild mode, some of them will not be successful, and I hope I’m wrong because I would love to see a Cubs and Sox World Series matchup, but it seems unlikely.

Sophomore Maddie Russin strives to break school’s 800M record BY ELIZABETH GONZALEZ reporter

The girls track season has flown by entering the postseason strong with sophomore Maddie Russin carrying the distance end of the team. With sectionals this past Tues., May 15, the girls individually did great. Russin took first place in the 800 at sectionals, with a time of 2:18, four seconds away from the all school record that was set by Heather Griffs in 2004. “Every practice I try to work harder than the day before. I never want to go into a meet feeling like I cannot do better than I did the previous time. The more you put

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into the sport the more you are going to get out of it, so I try to put the most into it,” said Russin. Trying not to think about her wins, Russin tries to focus more on her weaknesses and what she can improve on. “I know winning sectionals in the 800 is a great accomplishment, but I know regionals is already coming up next Tuesday. That is what I want to focus on. If I focus on what I already did and not what I can do I will not be as successful as I want to be,” Russin said. Trying to qualify for state in all three of her events, Russin has a lot on her plate these next few weeks. With teammates Kirsten Macintyre, Lyna Santiago and Jae-

lyn Burgos in the 4x4 it takes a teams effort to compete to the level that these girls do. “Maddie is really hard working and will never give up. She will give 110% in everything she does,” junior Kirsten Macintyre said. Russin is not only admired by the upperclassmen, but the underclassmen as well. “Her contribution to the team is huge. She will make up so much distance and she will get us back in first when it is needed and she completely just destroys her part,” Burgos said. Russin understands the importance of leading the team even though she is an underclassmen. Being number one on the cross country team this season, and now

in track as well is something she has had to get used to this year. With underclassmen Burgos following closely in Russin’s footstep, she tries to set the best example at all times. “My team is so important to me because a relay cannot be done with just one person obviously. It takes all four of us to make the times great. Being able to be the anchor is a lot of responsibility to take on, but it is worth it in the end. Knowing that I helped carry all the girls who ran before me to a great win,” Russin said. Russin’s goal is definitely to break the schools 800 record. However, right now she is trying to take it once race at a time, one victory at a time.

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inreview “Bloom” Troye Sivan The young Australian singer has released a new single called “Bloom.” The song sounds too much like all his others. It is obvious he has a style he likes but may benefit from switching it up. The song does have an interesting music video that is almost funny.

“13 Reasons Why” New Season Almost a year ago the first episode of “13 Reasons Why” came out. The show, originally a book, became a teen favorite as it told the story of Hannah Baker a teen who kills herself and details the events that led her to make a fatal decision. The new season comes out May 18 and fans can’t wait to see where her story will go.

“Life of the Party” A new movie staring Melissa McCarthy is sure to make her fans laugh. The premise is that she is going back to school and it just so happens her daughter also goes there. She stirs up some trouble but also has an amazing time there and is a hit at all the parties. The movie is funny but predictable.

“Voicenotes” Charlie Puth Charlie Puth is a multitalented singer and piano player. He became popular off his song “Marvin Gaye.” His new album is sure to be popular for the summer. He has amazing songs and really good beats with each song.

“Chrisley Knows Best” New Season The fan favorite family show “Chrisley Knows Best” will be returning to TV’s with new episodes. Season 6 will premier on May 8 and the story of the Georgia family will continue to get even more crazy. Fans of the show love the humor and the accents that bring this show to life. The new season will have more drama and laughs than ever.

“Overboard” revival not humorous, acting just silly BY MADELYN WHITAKER reporter

There is the well-known tale of the car accident that leaves the victims with short-term memory loss, or the story of a young kid playing baseball that gets hit in the head and wakes up from the coma having no recollection of what had happened. Now, in the recently released movie, “Overboard,” there is the tale of the rich Mexican player who falls off the side of his yacht, and forgets every aspect of the lavish lifestyle he led before his accident. A reversal of the 1987 version of the movie, “Overboard,” rated PG-13, tells the story of a working mother to three children, Kate (Anna Faris), who takes the job of cleaning the yacht that belongs to Leonardo (Eugenio Derbez). Leonardo fires Kate from her job on his boat, but then falls off of the deck of his boat and suffers a head injury and subsequent memory loss. Kate seizes her opportunity to level the playing field and convinces Leonardo that they are married while making him do the cleaning around her house and working multiple jobs. Leonardo initially has no recollection of his past life and abides by Kate’s demands. While the movie had very comical moments, the humor was discontinuous and was only seen in short amounts. The beginning of the movie when Leonardo fires Kate for refusing to get him a papaya, probably the funniest part of the movie, makes viewers excited as they expect the laughs to continue; however, the comedy

is few and far apart and steadily decreases in quality as the movie proceeds. Kate and her kids integrate Leo into their lives by convincing him that in order for the children to be born, the couple had to use a sperm donor due to his false sterility. This scene, which was remarkably quick-witted on Kate’s part due to the obvious lack of resemblance between Leo and there children, was one of few scenes that the intended humor could be appreciated in. The overall revenge scheme shares the underlying story of new beginnings and starting from scratch. Leonardo, who initially lived a lavish life of luxury, was brainwashed into believing that he was a manual laborer and strived to succeed in the situations he was presented with. In one instance when he had to bring a load of dirt in a wheelbarrow up a ramp into a truck bed, Leo showed impressive persistence as it hilariously took him multiple tries to eventually get to the top of the ramp. The accident was the driving force of the movie as it fueled Kate’s motivation to get revenge on Leonardo for firing her and ruining her cleaning equipment over her refusal to fetch him a piece of fruit. The event was also one of the most comedic scenes in the film, along with a scene in which Kate gets the idea from her friend, Theresa (Eva Longoria), which led to manipulate Leonardo into believing that they are married. Although this tale of revenge

and romance was greatly anticipated, it failed to impress. The best part of the movie was the flawless casting as there were no better fits than Faris and Derbez to act as a struggling single mother and a privileged Mexican millionaire who got all of his money from inheritance. The only source of humor in the movie were the situations that Leo was presented with while trying to navigate his

way through his new life. Overall, the revival and reversal of “Overboard” was moderately funny as some of the scenes and jokes which were intended to be humorous only evoked a small smile. Although Derbez and Faris were good fits for their parts, the humor was bland and felt forced. The story line was well-written but was poorly supported by the humor that surrounded it.

Coolatta is new Dunkin’ Donuts refreshing drink BY STEVEN KVACHKOFF reporter

Dunkin’ Donuts may be known for their satisfactory beverages and delicious donuts, but the popular breakfast business has just reintroduced a summer refreshment of previous years: the Coolatta. The Coolatta is offered in different flavors including: Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, Strawberry Fruit and Vanilla Bean. There are also special edition flavors added alongside these flavors. These flavors are called Cosmic Coolattas, which include Cosmic Cotton

Candy and Cosmic Pineapple. The customer’s Coolatta choice can offer all kinds of distinct tastes. Based on two varying flavors, the Strawberry Fruit and the Cosmic Cotton Candy, taste can be very subjective due to specific factors. Different flavors can offer different attributes. However, as each of the flavors can offer a taste of variety, the presence of excess sugar takes a lot away from that. Although specific flavors can offer specific types of Dunkin’ experiences with varying levels of sugar, even the most basic flavor, such as Straw-

berry Fruit, overdoes the sugar intake needed within the iced beverage. While sugar is a necessary ingredient needed within iced beverages such as the Dunkin’ Coolatta, too much of anything can be a problem, especially within the world of coffeehouses. The Coolatta is too much. It tastes like a pack of sugar, not just sweetener. While the Coolatta does offer various ingredients, the surplus of sugar is certainly noticeable. It makes the taste negatively stick more and overpowers the icy components and sweet surprise which

comes from drinking an icy beverage such as the Coolatta. Among the excess sugar amount, there is also the factor of the Coolatta price being too much, especially for the taste value it gives. Dunkin’ usually delivers well with their new and innovative ideas for food and beverages. However, this new reinvention from past years proves that even Dunkin’ and businesses like it sometimes can’t deliver. An honest effort proves admirable and well, but the expectations set can far exceed the failing resulting product.

Theresa Caputo visits Chicago for ghost experience BY ASHLEY REKITZKE assistant editor

When a loved one passes, we are left with the constant wonder of if they are OK, and all the what if’s. For Theresa Caputo, also known as Long Island Medium from TLC, she has the gift of talking to ones that have crossed over. Theresa began traveling across the country doing live shows called, “Theresa Caputo: The Live Experience,” allowing her to connect to ones loved ones all over the country. Some may be skeptical of the gift she has, but don’t knock it until you see it for yourself. The event took place at Rosemont Theatre, in Rosemont, Illinois. A two hour drive through

city traffic, with honking horns throughout the ride. The event started at 7:30 p.m., but the doors opened at 6:30 allowing guests in. The smell of popcorn fills the nose, and for adults the alcohol draws their attention. The merchandise was set up in corners of the theatre making it hard to find, I suggest fans get the merchandise before the show due to the line I saw after the show. The books are all signed by Theresa, legitimately signed not some stamp with a Sharpie. The hoodies, the zip-ups, the magnets and the book weren’t overpriced like some may think. The zip-up was $45, and the book was $30. Everyone goes in, thinking “who do I want to connect with”

or “if they say this I know it’s real,” trust me I said those same things. As fans waited for the show to start, the 4,400 seat were filled with people who were arrogant, and tipsy. No photography or video is allowed unfortunately. The show finally starts but Theresa always does the National Anthem before every show, to honor those we have served and are serving. Finally, Theresa comes out in the most extravagant shoes, as well as the outfit. She gives the same speech one would hear if they were sitting in their own home or Theresa’s. Theresa is the same person heard and seen on T.V. I didn’t know what to expect. I came in a believer of mediums but she made me believe

in it more. Some people that are skeptics say she has actors placed in the audience, all I have to say is that there is no way. Theresa would go to a certain section and say, “there is a mother figure stepping forward,” and of course there were multiple people who lost a mother or a grandmother but she could look at someone and say no it’s not you. She would say certain things such as, “did you keep his favorite pair of tennis shoes and still wear them till this day?” Things only they would know. Although, my mother and I didn’t get read, the overall experience was something that I will never be able to experience again. You realize that some people need it more than you do.

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Marvel’s Infinity War theories surface BY ASMAA ABDELDAIEM LUKE RAISER reporters

Marvel fans got their long awaited movie when Infinity War came out on April 27 of this year. However, it left them with many unanswered questions. With these questions, fans began to take pieces of the movie to make theories on what will happen next.

They’ll find a way to use the time stone to go back and save them

The time stone can be used to go back in time in order to change an outcome as we’ve seen Doctor Strange do in his movie. It’s possible that the Avengers find a way to get the time stone back from Thanos in the second movie and use it to go back in time to save certain characters or to stop Thanos from receiving a time stone. They may even use the time stone to go back in time so that Thor can do as Thanos said and “aim for the head.”

Pepper is pregnant

Tony tells Pepper that he had a very real dream that Pepper was pregnant. Although she tells him she wasn’t, there are reasons to believe she is. As Tony was going up into space, he was talking to Pepper on the phone. She yells at him and tells him to come home. He starts to lose connection and the last words we hear Pepper say is “Tony I’m-” Stark’s visions have come true in the past. In Avengers two: Age Of Ultron, Stark has a vision that all of his friends die. In a conversation with Fury they discuss how the worst part of that vision was that he was the only one who survived. In Infinity War, Tony watched all his friends that were with him on Titan die and he was the only one who was still alive. That vision became reality, just like how his dream of Pepper’s pregnancy might do the same.

Thanos’ Powers weakened

After snapping his fingers and killing half of literally everybody, Thanos’ Gauntlet was not looking very good, it was charred and looked broken for the few frames we could see it in. Because of this, Thanos may not have as much control over the powers and may prove to be an easier adversary for the heroes.

Stealing the Gauntlet

In the comics, Nebula ends up stealing the gauntlet and putting an end to Thanos, effectively killing him. As we all know, things are different between the comics and movies, so someone may steal the gauntlet and use the stones to resurrect the heroes, unlike in the comics where the soul stone is used to revive the heroes. Captain Marvel may be able to wield them.

Gamora is trapped in the soul stone

In order for Thanos to get the soul stone he needed to sacrifice the soul of a person he loves. This means that Gamora must be linked to the soul stone in some way. Although we don’t know where, later on we see Thanos and Gamora together except Gamora is young again. Young Gamora asks what he had to sacrifice in order to get what he wanted. He replies with “everything.” This conversation may have taken place in the soul stone, where Gamora may be.

Shuri found a way to save visions programming

After finding out that Vision may be able to survive without the mind stone, Vision met with the best person in the tech field. Shuri worked long and hard to try and remove the mind stone without damaging the rest of Vision. She realized that her time was running out. She was being attacked but didn’t fight back until she was “done.” We later see Scarlet Witch and Vision down in the field helping the rest of the Avengers. We don’t know what Shuri was able to do up there, but we do know that she was unable to save the mind stone. Shuri may have found a way to save Vision’s programming so that they can recreate him later on without the use of the stone.

Mat Kearney releases soothing new album BY KIRA SCHUELKA associate editor

Mat Kearney has released a new album “CRAZYTALK” which is his third album. He is a very relaxing artist and is popular for writing love songs with more entertaining beats than found in pop music. “Better Than I Used To Be” is an incredibly simple song but one that brings thoughts of summer drives to mind. As the first track, it sets the pace for album showing how relaxing “CRAZYTALK” will be. This is similar to the sensation another song, “Changes,” brings. Both are very relaxed but still enjoyable. They sound similar but have different messages. Kearney makes the simple instruments a key in “Wanted Man.” A piano and guitar can clearly be heard in this beautiful song. Kearney also sounds amazing in this song with a very smooth voice and a very easy beat. He somehow creates so many simple songs that are

each very different. The best song is “Kings & Queens” which is a slowed down love song that shows Kearney’s range of vocal ability. It starts off lovey but then a steady beat drops for the chorus. The song talks about how this girl makes him feel like royalty. It is overall a really entertaining song. Lyrically an incredible song is “Memorized.” It is obvious that Kearney took time with the song to get it perfect. He talks about perfectly remembering his love. The lyrics just seem very well thought out and tell a story. Kearney is very good at writing songs that tell the story of his life with a special girl. This song is no exception. “By Your Side” is a beautiful song. Kearney sings more earnestly than other songs and goes to a higher octave which he does incredibly. It is very simple but so amazing and beautiful. This is a great song to listen to to introduce Mat Kearney to your ears.

A song that is somewhat out of place in the album is “Money.” The song almost doesn’t even sound like Kearney since it is so relaxed. He makes a lot of popular pop culture references with added noises. It is still fun but a little odd as the fourth track on the album. Kearney also says “Yo” in the song which seems a little silly for a love song. My least favorite song is “Keep on Loving You” because Kearney does a talk-singing and there is a weird alien-like voice in the background. The songs lyrics are okay just very odd. Kearney should definitely stick to just singing and songs that don’t have creepy voices in back. A perfect song to end on is “I Can’t Wait For You To Get Here.” It fits into Kearney’s style and is a very fun song going into the summer. It is a little different to his other songs but sounds amazing on the album overall making Kearney’s third album a solid bop.

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Podcasts best entertainment I love watching T.V., love seeing the latest movies, love dancing to music and, recently, love listening to podcasts. There is something about the noise of others talking that helps you escape from your mind. I can listen anytime of the day and there is always something fun to listen to. The podcast that started my staircase to obsession was “Psychobabble.” Tyler Oakley started it with his friend and I fell in love with the simple humor of just talking about the day. I started listening over the summer and when I was out by the pool it was the perfect absent-minded activity. Now, my favorite podcast is “If I Were You” which is a comedy advice podcast by two of the funniest comedians, Jake Hurwitz and Amir Blumenfeld. Every week they field questions from listeners and answer them sarcastically. What makes it special is that these two have been friends for years and the tangents they go off on will leave you crying from laughter. Jake and Amir also started their own podcast network called “HeadGum,” so there is a whole network of people to listen to. They are all comedy centered with

some being about Dungeons and Dragons and others talking about Gilmore Girls. From their own network I listen to a podcast titled “Twinnovation.” The creators start off every episode with funny banter and the explanation that they always come up with new inventions or schemes people need in their life. There is Jeff and Dave who are twins and their friend from childhood, Mike. Altogether they make some of the funniest odd creations and joke around for forty minutes every episode. Finally, another favorite is “Views” by the popular YouTuber David Dobrik and his friend Jason Nash. This humor feeds off his channel and they often tell stories not found in the vlogs. It is typically short but still super interesting to learn about their lives. I tend to lean toward comedy podcasts but there is a wide range of categories. Podcasts are the perfect thing to listen to when you want to laugh and relax. Music is really nice to listen to but sometimes it’s better to have a podcast. They are a comfort item that I now can’t imagine not having.

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By the stroke of a brush

Pappenheim’s talent in art provides opportunities with rewarding benefits BY GRACE CLELAND ALEXIA WOJCIECHOWSKI co-editor-in-chief online editor-in-chief

Every talent has a beginning. For senior Alycia Pappenheim, art in the form of drawing and painting took her away in eighth grade. After finishing a portrait, Pappenheim soon realized her love for art had just began. “In eighth grade, I had to do a portrait drawing and that was the first good piece that I had actually ever done so it made me want to do more art,” Pappenheim said. Overtime, she continued to improve her skills and practice certain techniques that she realized she needed more help with. Eventually, she would look back to the art she made in her earlier years to realize how far she’d come. “I usually laugh at art I did in 2D(Art) or stuff I did when I was first getting into art. I remember thinking that it was so good at the time, but looking back at it, it’s not that good,” Pappenheim said. “I have improved so much and seeing my stuff now, it is really cool to know I’ve gotten so much better.” Pappenheim’s favorite type of paintings to do is acrylic. She is not the only one in her family to show a liking for art. “My great grandma was an artist but other than that there aren’t any other artist. She also did paintings but she focussed on watercolor.” Some may find the best part of having something they are passionate about is having something

PHOTO BY GRACE CLELAND Senior Alycia Pappenheim works on an acrylic painting in her basement art studio. Her favorite type of art to do is acrylic paintings. Pappenheim has been pursuing her talents in art since she was in eighth grade and has won several awards for her work.

that motivates them to pursue it. For Pappenheim, she finds the feeling that comes from finishing a new piece of art to do just that. “I always show my mom when I finish a painting, she is my biggest supporter and she usually gets pretty excited so that feeling and then just knowing I did that is pretty cool” Art has not only provided Pappenheim with an artistic outlet, but also something she finds makes herself different from others. “It’s a really cool conversation starter because I feel like it is cool to have something unique I

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Pappenheim entered the poster above she made in Mrs. Topp’s graphics class into a contest. She won the regional competition for it, and now it is being sent to the state level.

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Club Culture Pulse

Juniors Brooke Manhatton and Micayla Greco play bean bags at a Pulse tailgate.

“Pulse is a club that works to better student life as well as work with other groups in the school and community to form and help at different events,” junior Olivia Small said.

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do, that I can actually show pictures of paintings I’ve done.” Inspiration can come from many outlets. For Pappenheim, it is not all about the inspiration, but from what art she likes most and what artist she likes to follow. “I don’t really have an inspiration, but my favorite artist is Brian Anderson. I’ve actually talked to him over Instagram before,” Pappenheim said. “I like artists that combine realism with surrealism like a portrait, but something is distorted because it shows technique but also just an elevated creativity. There are a lot of artists that can draw a really

“One of the main events Pulse runs each year is Bulldog Rush. The members help show incoming students around the school, similarly to student ambassadors. We also give different presentations to the students about the school, tips to succeed, and help them figure out their schedules,” Small said.

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good portrait that looks realistic but there are also people that are able to do really abstract stuff but being able to combine them I feel like it shows a lot of talent.” Awards come with dedication and perseverance. Pappenheim has put endless hours into many of her pieces and her hard work has paid off. After placing multiple times in various art shows to winning a contest, Pappenheim continues to put a lot of effort into her pieces no matter what the outcome is. “I’ve been in the Tri Kappa Art Show for three years. I won two third place and one second place. I’ve been in the Sip coffee house where I had two paintings. I have been in Chess Art Gallery which is through Purdue Northwest and I have been in South Shore Art the past two years,” Pappenheim said. “For graphics, I won a contest about showing what a friend is on a poster. I won the regional competition for it and now it’s being sent to state.” In the end, Pappenheim has studied many artists and their works of art through her various art courses. She has been able to incorporate the techniques and skills she’s learned into her own pieces, but some she favors more than others. “My favorite piece of my work is probably called juice cleanse,” Pappenheim said. “It’s a picture of a girl in a bathtub with fruit floating around her. I feel like it looked decently realistic compared to the stuff I usually do.”

“The next event Pulse is hosting is the flower planting on May 18. Every year in the spring, Pulse members as well as other students or clubs that can help, stay after school to help beautify the school campus. There is music and multiple people who attend to help out,” Small said.

Fast five Isabella McConnell

“Young Dumb & Broke” by Khalid because it’s a really catchy song, very relatable and it has a good beat. To be honest, sometimes I feel young, dumb and broke.

- Senior Aimee Anderson

“Rocket Man.” It describes my life because I want to be an astronaut. Someday I will be the first person to ever walk on Mars. -Junior Justin Shirer

“This Town” by Niall Horan because I’m having problems with my ex and I miss her. Right now it really represents my life. - Freshman Bryan Beberino

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What song relates most to your life?

“Encore” by Red Hot Chili Peppers because it is very relaxing and keeps me in a great mood. It talks about listening to music while driving, and it makes me think of summer and all the good memories I’ll be making in a few weeks. - Sophomore Addy Gazzillo

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Shoes for life Vans because I like them and I wear them everyday.

Bug Life I’d be a butterfly because they are pretty.

Perfect Paradise

70 degrees and sunny “8TEEN” by Khalid because it’s really relatable and it’s a really fun song. I’m not 18 yet, but it’s relatable to all teens.

- Freshman Morgan Longo

Weekend Wonderland My perfect weekend would be hanging with my friends. Lifelong Views The ocean because it is really relaxing and I like the beach.