JagWire | Volume 5 | Issue 8 | June 13, 2005 by JagWire

The Beat Giving you the low-down on the south sound

SPorts Seattle Storm KeyArena $70-$180 Seattle Mariners Safeco Field

Movies Batman Begins June 15 Starring: Christian Bale, Katie Holmes War of the Worlds June 29 Starring: Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning

$7-$50

Concerts

Fantastic Four July 8 Starring: Chris Evans, Jessica Alba

Kenny Chesney Tacoma Dome June 25 $45

Theater

Summer Jam 2005 Gorge Amphitheater July 23 $50

Annie Get Your Gun Tacoma Little Theater June 3-26 $16-$20

Creation West 2005 Gorge Amphitheater July 27-30 $32-$100

Rain The Paramount July 26-31 $30-$40

Coldplay White River Amphitheater Aug. 16 $35-$70

Annie The Paramount Aug. 21-27 $30-$40

AN OPEN FORUM FOR STUDENT EXPRESSION EMERALD RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

12405 184TH ST E SOUTH HILL, WA 98374

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Elaine Raymond

Dispatch - All Points Bulletin Elaine: First of all, I can’t understand a single thing that they’re saying; the vocals are all mumbled. It has a unique sound, but not a unique that I like. It’s okay, but not anything I would spend money on. Xander: One of the all-time greatest bands that never made it big. They were always under the radar, and yet still attracted a loyal following. Chill, sunny music that comes to life whenever I listen to the cd. A must-have for anyone who values good music. Anna: I’m not impressed; it’s definitely forgettable. It’s kind of like onions, they get put in everything but everyone takes them out. But if they’re chopped up small enough, you don’t notice.

Carissa Carter Xander: Your basic r&b. Nothing spectacular, but not horrible. Weak lyrics, and the computerized beat gets annoying fast. i wouldn’t pay for this cd, but i wouldn’t change the station if it was on the radio. Elaine: Elaine:The beats are awesome, but the vocals and the lyrics let me down. There’s nothing about it that separates it from a lot of today’s popular music. Some songs were better than others though. Carissa: This is the kind of music that i would only listen to if every other station on the radio was on commercial. It has okay beats, but the vocals are all over the place. Too busy for my taste.

Trin-I-Tee 5:7 - The Kiss

Anna: This cd makes me wanna get out of my seat and head to church. It’s gospel, but it’s not just normal gospel; it’s “get outcha seat” gospel. The cd does a good job of blending upbeat praise tunes with soulful harmonies. These girls can sing, but their talent gets drowned out by the beats. Emerald Ridge seniors are finally moving on and going their separate ways. As the years comes to a close, most seniors have a pretty good idea of their plans after high school. While some plan to go to college, others have alternate ambitions. With information gathered by the leadership class, JagWire maps the different colleges in Washington and across the country that graduating Jags will soon call home.

slow start In recognizing a landmark year in ERHS athletics, JagWire applauds seven of this year’s most outstanding athetes who have contributed so many of their skills.

The upcoming summer 18 | movie season looks to Summer be mediocre at best, as major films are movie left trembling in forecast the wake of the predicts a new Star Wars.

14 | Meet the Magnificent Seven

Departing ERHS seniors leave their wills to next year’s juniors and seniors.

of thing though.

Jack Johnson - In Between dreams

Xander: Freakin’ rock. Jack Johnson is sooo good. All the stuff he’s done is simply amazing, both musically and lyrically. Perfect music to go to sleep with.

Anna: Wow, not bad. It sounds like something you’d listen to when you’re in a neutral mood - not happy, not sad... neutral. The songs are all kind of the same, so it’s a good thing his voice makes me want to call my grandma.

Carissa: I absolutely love his voice. The melodious beats along with the simple poetic lyrics force everyone to fall in love with the music. I have never listened to this kind of music before, but i like it for what it is.

Elaine: It has a very happy-go-lucky feel to it. It’s relaxing and laid back. But it’s not really my kind

Soundoff

Carissa: Personally, I absolutely hate this type of music. The lyrics are mumbles; he could be singing about anything and his fans would love him. I’m the kind of music lover who would like to know what she’s singing along about.

Joss Stone - Mind, Body and Soul Carissa: I absolutely love this cd. Her voice is amazing! Every song on this cd sounds like something completely new and unexpected. The love songs have amazing lyrics that go beyond “Grind on me.” This cd is a more than overdue piece of art. Elaine: I like the bluesy sound it has. She has such a soulful voice. I love it. Her music is so original. It doesn’t sound like anything that’s out today. She actually has talents and doesn’t fall into the stereotype of a pretty face with a less than average voice that is so popular. Xander: Bleagh. This really bugs the crap out of me. High pitched with a lame background drum machine. Go back to England! Anna: I love people who don’t conform, and Joss is definitely the Isuzu in a car lot of Hondas.

Anna Bofa

Seniors

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see what happens when they come to the roundtable. 07 |s Early Human Development and Child Development Kelsey teacher Lisa Kelsey is leaves to leaving Emerald Ridge to adopt a former welcome a students’ baby girl new family and be a stay-atmember home mom.

JagWire seniors say their parting words and take a look back at their years on staff.

Xander Knox

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INSIDE

08 Saying Goodbye

Four people, Four CDs

A&E

JagWire

NEWS

A hot summer for movies Seniors break in to work out Vacation is a time for movies, both good and bad. Here’s a comprehensive list of 2005’s summer blockbusters

Three students arrested late on a Sunday night after being caught in school trying to using the work out facilities; no charges filed BY

TAYZHA FOX

REPORTER

MATT CLICK

REPORTER

This year’s summer movies are coming out of the gate a little tardy, as every film studio is afraid of being crushed under the giant behemoth that is “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.” The film has shattered box office records, and until “Star Wars” mania dies down, the big summer flicks are going to be put on hold. The first one out in theaters will be “Batman Begins,” the fifth movie and prequel to the Batman franchise. The film looks promising, but if it’s anything like “Batman and Robin,” I’ll lose all hope for the dark anti-hero. However, the film has an all-star cast, including Christian Bale as the new Batman, Michael Caine, and Morgan Freeman. “Batman Begins” opens on June 15. “Herbie: Fully Loaded” is the painfully ridiculous family film starring Lindsay Lohan. I don’t know who decided to resurrect the ancient “Herbie” franchise, but they shouldn’t be allowed to have any connections whatsoever to the movie industry. Herbie is basically “Knight Rider” without David Hasslehoff or the cool gadgets. “Herbie: Fully Loaded” opens on June 22. June 24 will see the duo of Will Ferrell and Nicole Kidman star together in “Bewitched,” a film based on the television show. However, they would have done better to keep the plot from the TV show instead of creating their own. Ferrell plays an actor who’s starring in the show “Bewitched,” and the woman they find to play the part of the witch (Kidman) turns out to actually be one. Couldn’t they have just kept the old plot? It will also see the return of George A. Romero to the horror genre with “Land of

A recent Sunday night was not as quiet as it normally is at Emerald Ridge. Eighteen-year-old seniors Camden Glithero, Seth Johnson and Justin Dworschak were arrested by police for being in the school weight room late at night on May 22, but faced no legal action when Pierce County prosecutors declined to file charges. The Pierce County Sheriff’s office originally wanted to pursue Burglary 2 charges – intent to commit burglary – but Dennis Ashman, Pierce County deputy prosecuting attorney, reviewed the case and found no cause to file charges. “The police submitted reports, we looked at reports and chose not to file (charges),” Ashman said. According to Glithero, Johnson, and Dworschak, they intended no harm, and had planned on simply working out in the weight room. “Our intentions were to work out,” said Dworschak. “We parked outside of the school; we didn’t have any

Christian Bale picks up where Michael Keaton started as Batman. Hopefully his depiction will be superior to that of Val Kilmer and George Clooney.

the Dead,” the fourth installment in this zombie franchise. Romero directed the original 1968 “Night of the Living Dead,” the brilliant milestone in horror filmmaking. The trailers look pretty chilling, and I hope that Romero delivers. The big film of the summer is “War of the Worlds,” the new film by Steven Spielberg adapted from the novel of the same name. The trailers for the film look incredible, and Spielberg has done an excellent job of building the suspense by not revealing even a glimpse of the aliens. “War of the Worlds” shouldn’t disappoint, and it opens on June 29. Next to open is “Fantastic Four,” a film I was really excited about until I saw the trailers. Let’s just say the “Fantastic Four” don’t gracefully make the transference from comic book to film, like “X-Men” or “Spiderman” did. Opening the same day is “Dark Water,” a suspense film for anyone who’s ever been afraid of a sink. It looks about as scary as a damp rag. “Fantastic Four” and “Dark Water” both open on July 8. Johnny Depp fans will line up eagerly for “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” a remake of the original film starring Gene

Wilder. Depp will be hard-pressed to match Wilder’s performance, but if I know Depp, he’ll pull it off. The film is also directed by Tim Burton, whose genius should show through. “Wedding Crashers” opens on the same day, and I’m on the fence about it. It could be funny … but it could also be extremely stupid. It’s a story about two guys (Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughan) who take advantage of drunk bridesmaids. I can only guess what demographic they’re shooting for. Save your money and see “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” They both open on July 17. “The Island,” a smart looking film starring Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johannson, opens on July 22. It seems like a cross between “Gattaca” and “Parts: The Clonus Horror.” “The Island” looks very promising, sporting a sleek, futuristic style not unlike that of “Minority Report.” The film deals in a futuristic social issue: cloning for “spare parts.” As July comes to a close, “Stealth” will open. How to describe “Stealth?” Take a movie like “Terminator.” Now, imagine that the robot is actually a jet, and that the movie sucks. That’s “Stealth.” It opens

on July 29. Okay, before I tell you about this movie, sit down. “The Dukes of Hazzard” stars Sean William Scott, Johnny Knoxville, Burt Reynolds, Willie Nelson, and Jessica Simpson. I’m totally serious. Words cannot even describe the absurdity of this film’s very premise. I just ... am at a loss for words. “The Dukes of Hazzard” opens Aug. 5. “The Cave,” is a thriller that takes place in an underground cavern. The theme is “stay in the light, stay alive.” Wait a minute … subterranean monsters that are afraid of light; a group of ragtag heroes huddling together to stay alive? Oh, I saw that movie. It was called “Pitch Black.” “The Cave” opens on Aug. 19. This summer doesn’t look like it’s going to be a huge movie season. A few big releases, a couple of second-rate thrillers, and several comedies that look less than enjoyable. However, films like “War of the Worlds,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” and “The Island” will make up for it. That’s it for me; I’ll see you all next year. In the meantime, have a great summer at the movies.

“Legally, it was handled fine,” said Dworschak. “At school, a bit iffy. … They did what they had to do, but it just added stress to graduating.” Johnson agreed. “I believed going to jail served our punishment,” Johnson said. “… Sitting there (in jail), realizing

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WE PARKED OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOOL; WE DIDN’T HAVE ANY PAINT, WE WERE THERE JUST TO LIFT WEIGHTS AND GET CUT. WE’VE BEEN WORKING OUT THERE THE PAST THREE WEEKS AFTER SCHOOL .

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—Justin Dworschak, senior

we needed to get our speeches done, had built frustration.” Principal Brian Lowney said that punishment was dealt fairly. “For the consequences here at school, I think they were appropriate,” said Lowney.

Things coming together for Pope 6th graders Plans have been made so high school and sixth grade students will only interact in controlled conditions BY

KASSIE GREEN

REPORTER

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paint, we were there just to lift weights and get cut. We’ve been working out there the past three weeks after school.” With rumors of crafty senior pranks, the students were surprised that a trip to the school gym would generate such a commotion. “We didn’t plan for a senior prank, we were bored, and we wanted to work out,” said Glithero. “I know we shouldn’t be at school after hours, but I didn’t think the cops would handle it this way, unless we were breaking windows.” Even though charges were not filed, the students still were punished at school. “We had a four day suspension and 20 community service hours on school property,” Dworschak said. The students spent two of the four days of their suspension in Pierce County jail. The boys had agreed that the punishment for school was a bit severe; however, they believed legally the situation was addressed fairly.

Now that it has been decided that Pope Elementary sixth graders will be at ERHS next year, plans are being put in place as to how the sixth grade students will be kept apart from the high school students. There will be a half-time sixth grade principal, Vince Pecchia Sr. Many people agreed that he was a great choice for this job. “He is an amazing man,” Lowney said. “He knows the kids because he worked at Pope with them.” Lowney believes with Pecchia here the fear the parents have about their sixth graders attending a high school will go down. “He is really well respected by parents,” Lowney said. “Their fear will go down now that he is here.” It was made clear that ERHS students would have first claim to the facilities, then Pope students, and, finally, everyone else. The lunch room, gym, science lab,

band and choir rooms and computer labs may be some of the facilities the sixth graders need to use. While the time of day when the students will be using the facilities hasn’t been decided for sure, they have decided that the sixth graders will eat their lunches in ERHS’ Commons after all high school students are finished and in fifth or sixth period. The Pope teachers will supervise their own students because even after lunches are finished for the high school students certain classes will be walking around. “After lunches, students in classes like Digital Photography wander around,” Lowney said. The Pope students also will need ID badges or know their student ID numbers so they can get their lunches just like the high school students. The gym time use has not been figured out yet, but the sixth grade teachers understand that they won’t be able to use the gym after the high school day ends because of sports. They are trying to work these problems out quickly so the district can higher a part-time P.E. specialist. The students will have to find time during the school day when the gym is not in use. For science, not much time would be needed actually in the lab. The concern for

science teacher Kenn Fidler is that there are too many chemicals in the lab for sixth graders to be around. “After labs, students will leave the chemicals out for future classes,” Fidler said. “Also every station has the gas valves.” So, it was decided that the students will have to do their science work in the classrooms. Fidler said he will make an effort to have honor students present some lab work to the sixth graders in their portables. The district and teachers did decide

that there would be a nurse available part time, but only around the time when students need their medicines. If any emergencies arise they can get help from ERHS’ full-time nurse. As for the parents that are concerned about their students, they will be having a parent night at ERHS, just for the sixth grade parents. It will take place on June 16 and will consist of a tour of the grounds starting at 6:30 p.m. and then the informational meeting will start at 7 p.m. The district is shooting for Aug. 8 to have all the portables built.

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NEWS

JagWire

SPORTS

New bell schedule revealed Track ends season satisfied The new bell schedule places Jag Time four times a week after first or second period with lunch according to third or fourth period BY

JESSICA RITCHIE

REPORTER

Principal Brian Lowney unveiled the proposed new bell schedule during a staff meeting on June 1. The most glaring changes involved Jag Time. Jag will take place at 9:50 a.m., directly after advisory – which will follow first or second period. Everyone will be at Jag Time at the same time and there will be four of them in the week; however, it will be more structured. “We’re going to be telling a lot of kids – a heck of a lot of kids – where they have to be at that time,” Principal Brian Lowney said at the staff meeting. Sophomores with student learning plans (for those who failed to pass one or more sections of the seventh grade W.A.S.L.), students struggling with A.P. courses, students failing one or more classes, and students falling behind in their Culminating Project will all be assigned rooms to work in the area they’re struggling with. So what will happen with the students on top of all of their studies? Administrators and staff don’t know. This is one of the things they will be discussing during the summer vacation. After Jag, students will either go to lunch or third or fourth period. It will be decided during summer which classes will go to lunch or class first. It will not, however, be split by grade-level. Some students will have a break during their third/fourth period class for lunch. Those students will have a 30-minute-long lunch as opposed to the 35-minute lunches for the other two lunches. The lunch/third/fourth period time will be between 10:25 a.m. and 12:35 p.m. Lowney decided to separate the lunch into three lunches because of the growing number of students and the potential security and orga-

nizational problems they pose. What things will remain the same? Fifth and sixth period will commence at 12:40 p.m. until the end of the school day, as it did this year. The Wednesday schedule also will be the same. “There is logic to it,” junior Scotti Petersen said. “I understand they have to find a way.” Although most of what is happening during Jag is undecided, there are ideas. “I’ve got a vision for it, but I don’t have the details. At least in my mind I don’t,” Lowney said. Some of those “visions” included a possibility of student tutoring or mentoring during Jags. “Could it be part of the Emerald Ridge culture that every class says that at least twice a quarter – or once a quarter, or twice a semester – ‘You have to be in our classroom for two of our Jags and you will either be the mentor or the mentee?’ ” Lowney said. Other ideas include the staff having “office hours” – times when they would be guaranteed to be found in their rooms and be available for student assistance. “Kids are saying, ‘Don’t tell me that Jag Time’s available for my teacher and then assign them to the gym to supervise. Don’t tell me that I can see my teacher during this time – don’t tell my parents that and then not really allow me to do it because you’ve sent my teacher somewhere else,’ ” Lowney said. “How are we going to make that happen? How do we make it so we can say that we can say ‘These are Ms. Fox’s office hours – this Jag, Tuesday and Thursday, are her office hours – she will always be in her room, you know where to find her, you’re accountable for making it happen – no excuses’? ” Lowney said. Math teacher Sarah Cypher voiced some concern about next year. “The words that I think of when I think of next year are chaotic, and busy,” she said. Although there was a sense of mild apprehension during the staff meeting, upon being asked whether the new schedule could be done, the answer was yes.

“I’m not concerned with advisory,” P.E. teacher Lynn Wardle said. “Whatever they give me, I can make it work.” Health and Human Services teacher Lisa Kelsey agreed. “I think that’s what most of the staff feels too. The feeling is, ‘If this is what it takes, then we can make it work,” she said.

Proposed 2005-2006 Bell Schedule Regular Daily Schedule: Period 1/2.................................................7:40-9:10 Advisory.....................................................9:15-9:45 JAG interventions/enrichment..........9:50-10:20 Period 3/4 and Lunch...........................10:25-12:35 Group A Period 3/4.....10:25-11:55 Lunch..............12:00-12:35 Group B Period 3/4......10:25-11:10 Lunch..............11:15-11:45 Period 3/4......11:50-12:35 Group C Lunch...............10:25-11:00 Period 3/4.......11:05-12:35 Period 5/6.................................................12:40-2:10

Wednesday Learning Improvement Schedule: Period 1...................................7:40-8:25 Period 2....................................8:30-9:15 Period 3....................................9:20-10:05 Period 4....................................10:10-10:55 Period 5/Lunch Group A (English, Social Studies, Math, Special Services) Period 5.......................11:00-11:45 Lunch............................11:50-12:20 Group B (Aviation, Business, Art, Health and Human Services, Music, PE, Science, Technology, World Languages) Lunch.........................11:00-11:30 Period 5.....................11:35-12:20 Period 6...................................12:25-1:10

Senior Rick Bogatay competes in the 3200-meter run at the West Central District meet. Bogatay placed 19th, but was 3rd in the 1600-meter run, qualifying him for the state competition on June 3.

Competitors do well in the district meet with three moving on to the state meet, ending a great season

ASB budget finalized with few significant changes

KAITLYN GOLDEN

REPORTER

The ASB budget for the 2005-2006 school year has been finalized with only a few significant changes. The district budget cut $4,000 of what it gives to Emerald Ridge for athletic transportation. While this change has led to rearrangements within the ASB, it has not significantly impacted any area of the budget. “They changed the percentage of what

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they reimburse us each year,” Activities Coordinator Rob Dennis said. “The original percentage was around 70 percent, but with the new percentage the difference is about $4,000.” Dennis said most groups’ allocations were in line with what they requested. “We didn’t have to cut almost anyone in terms of what they requested,” Dennis said. “There were some times where a group thought they would have no money at the beginning of the year, but when we looked at how much they were actually going to have, we adjusted how much we gave them in terms of that.” However, one of the groups that did lose funding was Ascent, the school’s literary arts magazine.

“We looked at the circulation of (Ascent) in the past, which has been low, and we looked at how much it might cost to print it, and made the decision to decrease the funding,” Dennis said. The circulation of Ascent in the past was a major factor in why it ultimately lost funding. “Because of the information the ASB received about Ascent and the quantities of magazines it sells each year, we decided to cut the budget in an effort to encourage editors to consider decreasing unnecessary production,” said junior Kelsey Rochester, who was involved in the making decisions for ASB. Another decision made about the ASB budget will not affect students this year,

but is part of long-term planning done by ASB. “We’re planning on putting $10,000 into our reserve account, which is more than usual, to anticipate the vending loss next year,” Dennis said. “We’re trying to make a little cushion if the budget takes a hit.” The possible vending losses are because the district may be considering the removal of the vending machines next year, or providing students with healthier options. Currently, a committee created by the district, the Puyallup School District Ad-Hoc Nutrition and Fitness Policy Review Team, is looking at all the options to improve the health of the students in the District.

JENN WHITHAM

REPORTER

Photo by Katina Mathieson

Next year’s budget is complete, with long-term plans in place for possible pop and candy vending loss

Seniors Payton Foutz and Rick Bogatay, along with junior Kevin Wicklund, ended the track season by placing in their events during the state track competition held June 3 at Pasco High School. Bogatay placed 15th in the mile run. He finished with a time of 4 minutes, 27.97 seconds. “I thought I could have placed at least top eight. I’ve been having really good races at our meets, so I guess I just got my bad race,” Bogatay said. Foutz, competing in the high jump, hit the bar three times. He cleared just 6 feet, finishing 12th. This came as a shock to the team, because at districts Foutz had taken sixth place by clearing 6-3. “I was having a good day, I was jumping really high, and I was all stretched out

– it was just an ‘oops.’ I hit the bar and you can’t do that three times or you’re done,” Foutz said. However, Foutz looks to his accomplishments this season rather than what he could have done at state. “I still feel happy about [my high jump] because I know I can do better, and I placed 16th last year, so I’m improving,” Foutz said. Wicklund ran the 300-meter hurdles and placed 12th. He ran the same time of 40.42 seconds that he ran at districts. “I was hoping to run faster at state, and I wanted to place higher,” Wicklund said. Six Jags qualified to go to districts, held on May 27 and 28, after qualifying at the league meet, including seniors Curt Lockard, Bailey Kuestermeyer, Bogatay and Foutz, and juniors Wicklund and Jordan Thaanum. Bogatay secured a place at state with his mile run. He had not placed in his first event, the 3200-meter run, the previous day, but came out third in the mile. “The day after I was upset, until the

1600, then I just completely forgot about doing bad on the 3200,” Bogatay said. Foutz also went on to state after placing sixth for his high jump. On his first two tries Foutz only cleared 6-2; it wasn’t until his third and final jump that he cleared the 6-3 needed to send him to state. “I just thought, ‘I’ve got to get this one, this is it, this one will determine whether I’m going to state or not,’ ” Foutz said. That day in the 300 hurdles, Wicklund placed sixth. “I was hoping to place better than sixth, to secure my place at state, but sixth was enough to get there,” Wicklund said. Kuestermeyer was the only girl to qualify for ER and move onto districts. However, she suffered an injury during the last 150 meters of her race at the league meet. “I just felt this really bad shooting pain down my right leg, on my ankle. I just tried to finish and afterwards I went to the emergency room,” Kuestermeyer said. This caused a setback, which ended

her chance at state. The recovery of her strained tendon prevented Kuestermeyer from running at districts. In her place, junior Kaitlyn Golden, who was a second alternate, placed 16th at districts. Kuestermeyer isn’t worried about her track record, regardless of her injuries. “I think it’s unfortunate that I wasn’t able to run at districts or even state, but I already have a scholarship for my swimming,” Kuestermeyer said. Some will be continuing track next year, and are satisfied with the season. “I’ll be continuing during the summer, with Sparks meets, at Sparks Stadium, to keep my jumping up throughout the summer,” Foutz said. Wicklund will be doing track again next year, and believes the season went well. “It was a good season, it was fun, and the weather was usually nice,” Wicklund said. Improvement also was a goal. “I improved on both the 1600 and the 3200 race so I can’t complain – it was a good season,” Bogatay said.

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SPORTS

JagWire

Ferry ends ninth Junior Rachel Owens quits the team before the sub-district tournament, leaving sophomore doubles partner Alyssa Ferry to play singles in postseason competition BY

NICK KAJCA

REPORTER

Sophomore Alyssa Ferry headed into the girls state tennis tournament on June 4 without a familiar face. Her doubles partner from last season’s state tournament, Rachel Owens, quit the team right before the start of sub-districts on May 14 and by doing so may have cost the duo a state championship. Forced to go through sub-districts, districts, and eventually state as a solo act, Ferry fell well short of a championship by finishing with a record of 1-2, good enough for ninth place. “I did not have a very good tournament,” Ferry said. Last year, Owens and Ferry combined to take second in the state doubles tournament, but Ferry lost her would-be doubles partner due to a dispute Owens had with coach Steve Kubota over whether she should play singles or doubles in the postseason. “I wanted to play singles and he (Kubota) wanted me to play doubles with Alyssa. At the beginning of the year I was told I could play singles. He said one thing and then changed his mind,” Owens said. Kubota believed that having Owens play doubles would have put the team in the best position overall to be successful. “It was difficult to lose one of our best players, but Rachel and her father seemed to have their own personal agenda which did not coincide with the team’s best interests,” Kubota said. As far as Ferry’s position on the situation, she was more than ready to play doubles with Owens and try to improve on the impressive mark the two set last season. “If the decision were up to me we would have played doubles. We could have probably won state,” Ferry said. Owens was disappointed by the situation, but still believes she made the right decision. “He (Kubota) tried to make me feel bad and turn my teammates against me, but my teammates still supported my decision. High school tennis is fun but I can and will still play privately,” Owens said. In Ferry’s first match at state, she faced a strong opponent from Lewis and Clark High School and lost 6-0 and 6-1. “The first girl I faced was really good, she ended up taking third overall,” Ferry said. After the initial loss Ferry entered the consolation

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bracket where she won her second match 6-3 and 6-4, but then lost her next match 6-1 and 7-5 to eliminate her from the tournament. Although Ferry was the only lady Jag to make it all the way to state, the team still had a solid postseason. Despite losing one of their top players, the Jags still sent nine girls to the first round of the postseason, sub-districts. Joining Ferry were juniors Kylie Marshall, Lynn Iversen, Taryn Wusterbarth and Brittney Johnson, seniors Lindsey Turcott and Danielle Tietje, and sophomores Gillian Ball and Cami Medlock. “The sub-district tournament was extremely rewarding in watching a number of players participate and grow in their tennis-playing experience,” Kubota said. All of the girls fought very hard, but none advanced to the next round except for Ferry. Marshall came the second closest to advancing, but lost her last match which would have moved her on to districts. So Ferry headed into the West Central District tournament on May 27 as a No. 3 seed and the lady Jags’ lone representative. “I got kind of a bad draw and had some tough matches,” Ferry said. Ferry started off the tournament with a win over

IT WAS DIFFICULT TO LOSE ONE OF OUR BEST PLAYERS, BUT RACHEL AND HER FATHER SEEMED TO HAVE THEIR OWN PERSONAL AGENDA WHICH DID NOT COINCIDE WITH THE TEAM’S BEST INTERESTS

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— Steve Kubota, head coach

Jaclyn Webb of Mountain View High School in two sets, 6-3 and 6-0. She would then go on to lose her next match, followed by two wins, and then a loss in her final match that had her finish the tournament in sixth place. The top eight places advanced on to state in Spokane. “It was my goal all year long to make it to state and I was happy to be able to do so. Once I was there I just wanted to place somewhere in the top eight,” Ferry said. After state finally was finished, Ferry was not upset about having to play singles throughout the postseason. Looking toward the future, Ferry is already starting to plan for next year’s season. “It was nice to play singles to prove myself. I had a good overall season and I am already starting to train for next year,” Ferry said. Although Owens refrained from commenting on Ferry’s performance at state, she was very complimentary on the team as a whole. “The girls are great,” Owens said. “A lot of them came in never playing tennis before and I’m so proud of how far we came as a team.”

Students involved in crash

Spring Sports in Review BY

NEWS

Two car accidents near Pope Elementary cause damage, but no serious injuries

BRITTANY LAWBER

REPORTER BY

DARRIN JONES

Girls Water Polo

REPORTER

Girls water polo grew as a team as the season progressed, developing team spirit and unity and maintaining positive attitudes. “It’s a tough sport and they competed as hard as they could and I’m proud of them,” c oach Kenn Fidler said.

Ten students were involved in two separate accidents near Pope Elementary on May 18. The accidents were at the intersection of 152nd Street East and 122nd Avenue East going the same direction just minutes apart. The first accident was a set of rear-end collisions that

Girls Fastpitch Despite the girls’ losing record, the team hung in there. Several players had great seasons: Michelle Rasmussen, with a batting average of .458; Ashley Llapitan pitched hard every game; Heather Logan was a mainstay at catcher; and Courtney Crane was solid at second and third base. “We just had a difficult time trying to find ways to score,” coach Lynn Wardle said. Next year, two or three experienced freshman pitchers and two very good catchers will be coming up. Combined with good returning players, Wardle has no doubt next year’s team will be more successful at earning wins than this year’s team was. “Next year, I will be having more discipline and players taking more of a complete interest in the team,” he said.

Award winner BY

BRITTANY GENTILE

REPORTER

Diana Aitova, junior, won a student of the month award from Top Foods for the month of June. Science teacher Kenn Fidler nominated Aitova for the award, which was for her scholastic achievement. Along with the award, she won a $50 gift card for Top Foods. Aitova hasn’t received the card yet because it’s coming in the mail, but she knows for sure that she doesn’t want to get a whole bunch of groceries. “I will probably buy a giant stuffed animal and something fun like candy or ice cream,” Aitova said. Even though she won this award and she still really likes chemistry, in college she wants to major in a language.

Boys Soccer The young squad wasn’t expected to do well this year; they were picked to finish somewhere between eighth and 10th in their 10-team league. So finishing mere points out of fifth place was a big step, and a testament to the hard work and character of the team. “We struggled early losing players to injuries, and later losing players for other reasons but time and time again young players stepped up to the challenges we’d lay before them. I couldn’t have been more proud of our young men, ” coach Wayne Farris said. They had a few of big wins in non-league games, and some exciting matches against district rivals. And, for the fourth year in a row, they won the District Cup. The District Cup is a three-team competition between the Puyallup School District teams. It is a competition based on three areas; head-to-head play, sportsmanship, and academics. A point system has been devised that equally values the three areas and a traveling trophy sits in the winner’s trophy case.“We laughed hard and had fun, we worked hard and competed well on the field, and we came together as a team,” Farris said. “I couldn’t ask for more.”

involved five students who were on their way to Emerald Ridge: seniors Mikel Armstrong, Kolby Swenson, Thomas Parks, junior Stacy Sas and sophomore Kandyce Clemens. The first collision was caused when the drivers began braking and sliding on the wet rainy road and began rear-ending each other. The five students were uninjured and able to park off to the side of the road before the second collision happened a minute later. “I was pretty shaken up,” Armstrong said. “I have been in an accident before, but not one this bad.” Senior Tai Phelps, junior Adam Thompson, and sophomores Joshua Ohm, Alexandria Gannon, Michael Davis were all a part of the second accident. The accident

happened similar to the first; the cars began sliding on the road and then hit each other. “I just had a bad headache the rest of the day but nothing too bad,” Parks said. The damages from the accidents ranged from Phelps’ car bumper torn off and trunk caved in to Swenson’s completely demolished car. “My car was totaled. I can’t even drive it anymore,” Swenson said. The injuries from the accidents were minor. The two that were reported as the worst were Phelps and Swenson. Swenson had a busted lip from his airbag and Phelps complained of back pain from whiplash.

The Hypokritz show raises money for future shcolarship The Hypokritz performed June 3 and June 4. The Thursday show raised money for a scholarship that will be given to a senior next year. Senior Nick Ferrucci (middle) stole the show in the opening number. He was accompanied by many other Hypokritzs (listed from left to right): sophomore Paul Klein, junior Amanda Pisetzner, junior Rachel Owens, senior Zack Salloum, junior Ryan McNamara, and senior Ryan Balatbat.

Boys Baseball Emerald Ridge b aseball finished the season strong, with a record of 8-12. Additionally, five baseball players were awarded with all-league honors, including Lou Tran, Quinn Wolcott, Cameron Olinger, Craig Ketter and Josh Takayo shi. Coach Tim Spears is proud of the team and their great season.

Photo by Mikel Armstrong

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Schedule alteration causes doubt T year’s juniors or seniors, but for the 500-some incoming sophomores, Jag Time will be significantly different. Roughly three-fifths of these sophomores have failed at least one portion of the WASL, and therefore will have new “student learning” plans. For these sophomores, Jag Time will not be about choice, as they will be assigned to classrooms to undergo their student learning plans. The administration is attempting to ensure that students struggling in certain subjects use Jag Time for its designed purpose rather than taking a second lunch. However, how exactly does the staff plan to enforce these Jag assignments? They have not been able to keep students from taking advantage of Jag in previous years, so what’s to say this new schedule will fix the problem? Seniors-to-be who remember the golden days of four Jag Times a week will be happy to see the return of this

LETTER TO THE EDITORS

JagWire will accept unsolicited copy from students, staff and community members. Only signed and dated letters with address and phone number from community members, or grade level from students, will be accepted. Letters should be limited to 300 words and will be published as space is available. All letters are the sole opinion of the writers, and the staff reserves the right to edit any letter for space and/or clarity. We will not publish material that may substantially disrupt the school process.

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a motivated team leader who faces challenges head on.

what motivates you? the drive to be the best and win – and the women.

what professional athlete do you admire? i admire multiple athletes because they all have something that i don’t, and they worked hard to get it.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? my full ride scholarship to eastern washington university.

EDITORIAL MISSION As JagWire completes its fifth year, our goal is to first and foremost continue to serve as an open public forum for student expression. JagWire strives to remain a quality, hard-hitting, informative, and entertaining communication link between students, faculty, and the Emerald Ridge community. Our publication will tackle issues that impact our readers and raise awareness while maintaining the highest journalistic standards. JagWire will keep the values of an award-winning newsmagazine by creating a viewpoint that is unique to ourselves and our school, while recognizing the accomplishments and events that require our coverage.

keith schlecht – cross country, wrestling

career highlights: two top three ﬁnishes in state wrestling, fourth place track (2004) : most single season touchdowns

career highlights: two state appearances : placed second in doubles (2004)

ADVERTISING MISSION The JagWire publication staff accepts advertisements for most products and services available to the public. However, the staff reserves the right to reject, edit or cancel any advertisement that the staff deems offensive in light of normal public standards. Ads identifying students as athletes by photo or text (WIAA 18.20.0 and 18.20.1) also will not be accepted. The staff will not accept advertising for racist, sexist or illegal for high school students products or groups.

– volleyball career highlights: placed fourth in state : most varsity wins with 37

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

rick bogatay – cross country, track

a competetive, strong-willed team player.

what motivates you?

CSPA, JEA, NSPA, SPJ, WJEA, WSJA

Our mission is to continue learning, to constantly work on self-improvement, and always bear a reflective eye towards our work. We will make an effort to represent ERHS and the surrounding community, while also providing a publication in which to take pride.

anna bofa

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

to be number one, and the people and coaches who support me.

what professional athlete do you admire?

dedicated, with a feel of comfort on the court.

ray lewis, because he puts fear in people’s eyes on the ﬁeld.

what motivates you?

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

me, more than anyone. i love the feeling of competing and winning.

what professional athlete do you admire?

going to state in wrestling, and having a winning season in both football and wrestling.

chris sherman – soccer

payton foutz – cross country, track

lou tran – baseball

pete sampras, because he is the greatest tennis player and always handles himself with class and dignity.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

heather logan – basketball, fastpitch

runners up and here are our choices for other athletes that have made a difference

LETTERS POLICY

Letters to the editor may be submitted by mailing them to JagWire c/o Emerald Ridge High School, or by e-mailing them to jdnusser@puyallup.k12.wa.us.

12.brynsen brown 10.jill jensen

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

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aaron brown

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football, wrestling

THE FINE PRINT

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brynsen brown

Here are the facts as they are today. Pope students will not be displacing you to use your facilities. While they may be using the Commons for lunch, they only will when you are not using them. Pope

will build their schedule around your schedule. They will use a small part of the field to the far left to play in and most of you would not see them day to day. What I love about your school is your ability to develop positive relationships, respect for others, and your ability to welcome new ideas. I am not asking for elaborate gifts, only the kindness you would have for your own brothers and sisters, friends and neighbors. Yes, it is your school and they know that; all the Pope students want is to have a small place they can call their own. You can make all the difference in the world to them. Please make them feel as special as you all made me feel during the five years I spent at ERHS, which were among the best years of my life.

STAFF

football, wrestling

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that…” This quote hangs in the commons of ERHS. I looked upon it as the driving force of what makes ERHS different and unique in a world that is increasingly hesitant to help others. The quote comes from a 1963 publication of Dr. Martin Luther King’s titled “Strength to Love.” The underlining principle of this writing is to ask humanity to consider the possibility of love and respect over hate and violence. I think of this today as I respond to the editorial published in your Issue 6 entitled “High School Sixth Graders?” I was proud that ERHS students could produce an outstanding paper and articulate their concerns in a professional manner, and disappointed by the lack of compassion shown.

It is my job to help the sixth graders transition to your school site and settle in to their portables. To place these students at ERHS was not an easy decision. Only after parent meetings and exhausting every other choice did we settle upon this one. Pope is too full to take another student. ER provided a place to build a new home for these students. The editorial stated a number of facts, including that a change from the current situation is essential, overflowing sewage at elementary schools is something no one should have to deal with, and that ERHS will be affected. The rest of the article is what I would like to address.

Editorials are composed by, and are the opinion of, the JagWire editorial board

alyssa ferry

Dear Editors:

aspect to next year’s schedule. The state of Jag ER is yet to be decided, but we can’t see where it would fit into the planned schedule. Besides, based on student reaction to reading time this year, we don’t expect to see our old friend fitting snugly into any day next year. The fact of the matter is next year’s schedule is an improvement over this year’s. However, it is not without its flaws. Maybe in a few years the administration will finally perfect the schedule. fifth time’s the charm?

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he announcement of Emerald Ridge’s fourth different bell schedule in four years has been met with a mixed response. The administration seems opimistic and many teachers feel that this change will be for the better, but many students are wary of more changes. Under the new schedule, the school day will begin with first or second period, followed by advisory. Then there will be an all-school Jag Time, during which students who are failing one or more classes, are credit deficient, or are sophomores who failed a portion of the WASL as seventh graders will be assigned activities and locations. Jag Time will be followed by three lunches, which are determined by a student’s third or fourth period class, then fifth or sixth period. One of our largest qualms with the new schedule is the way Jag is being handled. Jag won’t change much for next

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how would you describe yourself as an athlete? athletic, but there are far more athletic people out there.

what motivates you? when one of my competitors is cocky, because it pushes me to do better whether i beat them or not.

any professional athlete, because of their dedication to get there, although i don’t admire the athletes that care only about money and lose their passion for the sport.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? self-improvement and getting all of my college paid for, because that is something i never thought i could get.

career highlights: holds 11 school records : six times to state with seven podium appearances

how would you describe yourself as an athlete? hard working, always dedicated to furthering my skill.

what motivates you?

what motivates you? my passion and love for the game.

what professional athlete do you admire? julie foudy because she’s a leader who leads by example, not words.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? being placed in the top 18 soccer players in the region and top 100 in the nation.

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the drive to win and succeed, feeding off of competition and hard work.

what professional athlete do you admire? oganna nnomani because she works hard to be the best.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? making the youth national team and competing in international competition.

Photos by Carissa Carter

conﬁdent, determined, and always playing to win.

what motivates you?

volleyball,tennis

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

a competetive player who loves to work together as a team in achieving sucess.

kylie marshall

career highlights: regional ODP player : ﬁrst team all spsl : 9 goals (2004)

soccer, tennis

recieving a scholarship to swim at the university of nevada las vegas.

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

jill jensen

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

career highlights: ﬁrst team all SPSL : part of US women’s youth national volleyball team

bailey kuestermeyer

michael phelps because he has done so much at such a young age.

swimming, track

what professional athlete do you admire?

MARILYN DIXON

REPORTER

what professional athlete do you admire?

thinking about all training hours i’ve put in before a race, and through that reminding myself that i’ve done the work and i have what it takes to do well.

To all the students who don’t know Lisa Kelsey, let this story give some insight. With many years of teaching experience under her belt, four different classes to teach, and dozens upon dozens of students who frequent her room in and out of class, Kelsey has left an indelible mark on the lives and education of students young and old at Emerald Ridge. After teaching in the Puyallup School District for 12 years, Kelsey has decided to take a rest. “My husband and I are adopting a girl,” Kelsey said. “I’m going to be a stay-at-home mom.” The importance of being a mother far outweighs her other priorities, such as her job. “Me and my husband have been trying to have kids for nine years,” Kelsey said. “My first priority will be kids.” Kelsey teaches, among other things, the Early Human Development and Child Development classes. The difficulty of teaching a class that deals with child rearing has become too high a task for her to bear, since she is unable to have kids. But thanks to a sign from above, Kelsey’s prayers have been answered. On April 20, Kelsey was approached during her lunch by a former student of hers who wanted Kelsey to adopt her upcoming child. “That 30-minute conversation turned my life around for the better,” Kelsey said. “I was thrilled and honored that an old student of mine would handpick us for her future child – a girl.” Kelsey’s students are ecstatic. Some are sad that she’ll be leaving and won’t be able to teach future classes, but most are happy for her. “It’s sad for kids who don’t get to be taught by her, because to me she’s the best teacher here,” said senior Sara Mack, who also is in Kelsey’s advisory. Kelsey’s advisory recently threw her a baby shower to say good-bye. “ I s c he du l e d t w o weeks in advance for us all to have an advisory lunch at Round Table Pizza,” Kelsey said. “It turned out that they planned a surprise baby

shower for me— there were balloons, cake, and little pink decorations.” Her surprise was, well, surprising, since usually nothing gets by her. “I walked through the door and was like, ‘No way,’ ” Kelsey said. Her advisory often distracted Kelsey during class while the rest secretly laid out plans for her baby shower. “We really surprised her,” said senior Kayla Graham, a member of Kelsey’s advisory and a student of her classes. “We’re happy for her because it’s what she wants the most.” Before recieving the news, Kelsey had already planned to leave Emerald Ridge as a lifestyle change a couple years ago. “I almost left for Florida during my advisory’s sophomore year,” Kelsey said. “I only stayed to see my advisory through – I love them.” Kelsey is a person who finishes what she starts, and follows what she teaches. After endless teachings to her students about being responsible parents, Kelsey will take her own advice and make child rearing her number one priority. “I’ve been waiting nine years for this,” Kelsey said. “It’s going to be really hard for me because I’ve always wanted to teach since I was six years old.” But despite Kelsey’s passion for teaching, she will be heading for a different life in the years to come. “I like things that are changing,” Kelsey said. “I’ll have to do something like working at home to make ends meet – it’s worth it.” Kelsey is a person who can never do the same thing twice. She currently teaches a Teaching Academy class, Education Careers, Child Development, Interior Design, Early Human Development, and has coached gymnastics. To the students who will never get to meet Mrs. Lisa Kelsey, her ending statement will hopefully shed some light on her persona. “Everything I teach has to do with (my students’) future,” Kelsey said. “Even though I’m leaving, I will help in selecting the next person who will fill in my shoes. So once I’m gone, I’ll still actually be here.” Kelsey’s ever-changing lifestyle won’t be diminished, even after she’s left Emerald Ridge. Her way of life was meant to be constantly changing. Although she’ll be gone, she’ll always be here in her students, in her classes, and in her co-workers – behind the scenes, and out of the spotlight. “I will still be working behind-the-scenes with the next person (who will take her spot),” Kelsey said. “I just hope the students will focus on their future.”

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JagWire Seniors say their goodbyes...

enior Wills

I will to all of my speech and debate good times with Traci, David, Kelly, Sandi, Shayla, and Jackie. I’ll miss you guys! Have fun! - Sarah Nesemeier

I leave the Hypokritz with the neverending humor of Marmaduke. I leave my passion for color splash to the class of 2006. Make me proud, yellow! To whomever wears the Jag Jacket: The crowd will follow you, go insane. Freeborn gets my good looks, Lynn gets my humor…she needs it! - Zacky Salloum

Xander

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James

“For the past few years, I believe that I have achieved my personal goal as a journalist and I am ready to expand that knowledge in the real world. Being part of such an awardwinning newsmagazine has been rewarding. From the very first time I stepped into the JagWire room, I remember how intimidating it was, surrounded by such an experienced staff wanting to continue excellence in their publication. Now as a senior leaving, all I can say to any new members is to continue the excellence that we as a staff are best known for.” – James Stanford

Carissa

“At one point I remember thinking that I knew everything. Being part of JagWire forced me to realize that I knew nothing. This year, I found out who my real friends are and how to deal with those who aren’t, how to deal with harsh criticism with no thanks attached, and where I want to be in life. I am still shocked at how many people recognize and respect deeply something that I help create. I am proud of what this year’s staff produced enough to say that this year’s seniors and I leave behind a legacy.” – Carissa Carter

Photos by Katina Mathieson and Mikel Armstong

“Newspaper has been a great experience. I’ve met people I’ll never forget and learned more than I thought possible. This has always kept me grounded in reality, and I am so glad that it has given me the opportunity to realize what I want to do with the rest of my life. Thanks to all the people that made this paper more successful than I could have ever dreamed.” – Xander Knox

I leave Daniel Brown my excellent portfolio to give an idea next year. I’ll also leave my Mustang to Jennie Houk. I love you all! - Josh Roy

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Gero’s travels Through NBC Basketball, Senior Ciera Gero will be touring in Europe to compete in tournaments through NBC camps. BY

KRISTIN WELLENTIN

REPORTER

Emerald Ridge basketball forward Senior Ciera Gero has a life changing opportunity this summer: She’ll be attending the NBC Basketball Tour in France, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. The tour is a big tournament where each team represented plays a game per day. Gero will leave the United States on Aug. 12 and will arrive back home on Aug. 26. Gero is one of the certain few selected by NBC camp leaders to attend this event. “Ciera really deserves it because she loves the game and works hard when she puts her mind to it,” senior and teammate Theresa Capestany said. Gero has been one of the Emerald Ridge forwards for three years and it paid off when Olympic Junior College recruited Gero to play for them in Bremerton after graduation. “I am moving into an apartment with a roommate from Rogers, Dominique Simmons,” Gero said. Gero’s biggest dream is to attend the University of Tennessee after attending Olympic to play basketball. “U of T has a good history in the basketball program and I could learn and grow as an individual,” Gero said. “It’s only a dream.” Gero’s goals were achieved during basketball season when she averaged six points per game, 10 rebounds and at least two offensive blocks. She remembers her best game against Puyallup. “I’ll never forget the game she scored like a million points (actually 20) against the Viks,” Capestany said. On and off the court Gero is fun to be around, according to teammate Capestany. Gero loves the sport so much that, “I will play basketball until I die,” Gero said.

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Taking the gospel to China

Rachel Staton prepares for a mission to China, where she will share her beliefs with others BY

JESSICA RITCHIE

REPORTER

On the way to Graham Emmanuel Baptist Church, a contemporary Christian song on the Christian radio station Spirit 105.3-FM fills Rachel Staton’s car. From the moment entering her understated sedan, one knows what she believes. It was a precursor to the rest of her morning: She was on her way to speak to the congregation about her upcoming mission to China, where she’s spreading the word of Jesus Christ between July 13 and Aug. 3 – secretly. China is a country under Communist rule, and less than one percent of its population is documented as being Christian – believing in one God and the crucifixion and resurrection of his son, Jesus Christ. This could be an actual number, or it could be because Christians in China currently are being persecuted for committing crimes against Communism.

This is one of the reasons Staton chose to go to China as opposed to any other area in the world. Two other girls from her church are going on missions this summer – one to Africa and the other to China with Staton. “When I was 10 and I read about the underground churches in China (which meet secretly for fear of being discovered by the Communist government), I was so moved because they sacrifice so much more than we do,” Staton said. “Sometimes I get made fun of because I’m such a devout Christian, but at any one time per house church (a concealed church in China), there could be seven people in prison for what they believe.” Staton, if discovered, could be deported, or possibly imprisoned. “I don’t think they’ll (put me in jail). But I’m okay with that,” Staton said, “When I chose to follow Christ, I chose to accept all that. … They don’t allow missionary activities in China because, honestly, I don’t think the Communist government understands Christians. “The reason the Communist government is opposed to Christians is because we’re completely subject to God, and that’s who I answer to.”

Staton says she’s more worried about getting sunburned. The average July temperature in Beijing is 86 degrees Fahrenheit, but it can reach above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. “Let’s say – worst case scenario – that they decide I need to go to jail. God’s not going to leave me there because he promises me in the Bible ‘I will be with you always, even to the end of the age,’ and a Chinese Communist prison is not going to stop Him,” Staton said. Staton will be visiting an orphanage while on a side-trip to the neighboring country of Mongolia. In China, she will visit with Buddhist monks and practice intercessory prayer for the monks. Intercessory prayer is prayer on the behalf of someone else. “It’s not that I want them not to be Buddhist, it’s that I want them to have a relationship with Christ because I believe that Christ is the only way to heaven,” Staton said. Staton also will be meeting with people who are learning English and want to practice with a native speaker. She will spend her time with them talking about Christianity, God, and Jesus Christ. Besides spreading the word of God, Rachel is hoping to discover her future calling on this mission. “I’m pretty sure I do want to serve full-

Mikel

“This newspaper has become more than I ever imagined. It’s been a long road with lots of bumps along the way. But nonetheless, it has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. I have learned more than I could have ever wanted in this class and have made immeasurable friendships. The love I have for this newspaper and the people on staff will never be replaced. Thank you Nusser for always being there to give us the guidance we have always looked for in an adviser. You have never let me down. And more importantly, thank you for being my friend.” – Mikel Armstrong

Anna

“Leaving is never easy and putting the things you love behind you is nothing short of terrifying. There are a lot of things that happen to us in life and many experiences that we hold strong to as we continue to grow. For me, being a part of JagWire will be one of those experiences that I carry with me and it will only make moving on that much harder. The friendships I’ve made in this class will be bonds that I cherish and hold onto forever. It was incredible to have so many dedicated, talented and remarkable people, in one place all determined to achieve excellence. Nusser, thank you for everything you’ve taught me, for allowing me to grow as a person, and for giving me the opportunity to share my voice. You are the kind of teacher that leaves an imprint on the lives of your students and you have left one on mine. The ideals and ambitions of this staff are a reflection of something we should all strive to achieve. To face controversy head on, attack the impossible, challenege the norm, and inadvertently impact our communities and the people in it. ‘Beginnings are scary. Endings are usually sad, but it’s what’s in the middle that counts.’ I am proud and honored to have been part of something so amazingly awesome; it has truly added depth to my years.” – Anna Bofa

Staton outside her church between services.

time as a missionary. This trip is designed to show us what it’s like to serve as a full-time missionary,” Staton said. Fulltime missionaries live in the area they’re ministering to through their interactions with their community. “We’ll only be there for a short time, so I’ll help with the missionaries that are there,” Staton said. This will be Staton’s first mission, but she’s confident that there will be more. The list of places she would like to go included Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Russia, and South America. Then, as though reconsidering her list she amended it. “Anywhere that God calls me is where I want to go.”

Erica

“These past three years have been a roller coaster, though a learning and building experience as well. I can truly say that every year on this staff I have made a new family. I remember walking on this staff and being so scared of what was expected because of the standards that were already set; each year those standards have grown and this staff has grown to be more incredible. I know that we seniors have left our legacy over the years and I have full faith that next year’s staff will be just as amazing and carry out that legacy.” – Erica Bosnick

Lindsey

“Hard work doesn’t even begin to describe this newspaper, but working on JagWire has been incredible. Things haven’t always gone smoothly, but the lessons I’ve learned from my mistakes and successes will stay with me for the rest of my life. The people I have had the privilege of working with have changed my life forever as well. Thanks to Nusser for being everything a good adviser can be, to this year’s staff for being good sports through the good and bad times, and to my parents for letting me do this weird newspaper thing even though they never really understood it.” – Lindsey Maxfield

Amma Photos by Jessica Ritchie

Junior Rachel Staton talks to her church, Graham Emmanuel Baptist Church, alongside youth Pastor Gaven Marble, about the mission she’s taking to China and Mongolia during the summer.

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FEATURE

“Newspaper this year has been an illustrious and memorable experience. I have learned a tremendous amount and made some friendships that are sure to last a lifetime. I believe adamantly that the most powerful weapons we as human beings posses to evoke change and defy status quos are our voices. Being involved in JagWire this year has allotted me the opportunity of using my voice, both written and oral, to question, challenge, and induce awareness. Many have talked about leaving a legacy, but I challenge future staff members to “become the change they wish to see in the world,” as Gandhi once said. I truly believe that the JagWire is not only an open forum for student expression but a paper that dares to confront important issues and will remain a permanent and potent force for change and for justice. It has been a great privilege to be a part of this award winning staff and I want to thank all of its members for being the open minded and tenacious individuals that they are.” – Amma Bofa

Kristin

“Writing stories, traveling, eating and making memories is what being a part of the JagWire Newpaper staff means. The first day I came into this class as a junior, I thought I was in the wrong room. Students were laughing, smiling, cooking popcorn and were just having a great time. I thought, “No way could this be a class.” It was a little different at first because journalism is its own world in a school full of many rooms. I learned and grew not only as a writer, but also as an individual, and the memories that were made are unforgettable.” – Kristin Wellentin

Drew

“Teamwork between the reporters and the designers is a huge part of Jagwire. If reporters don’t turn their stories in on time, designers can’t do a good job with the newspaper. This year, designers had to pull the whole paper together overnight because most of us reporters took our time getting our stories in. I would advise anyone who is going into newspaper next year to get their stories in on time. The designers next year will definitely appreciate it.” – Drew Scott

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Western Washington University

Other Washington Schools SARA JOHNSON BRYNSEN BROWN JAMES MAYHAK MIKELA KIELY ANDREW WEST LAURA QUANN CIERA GERO ALLISHA PERRY HAYLEY CECIL ASHLEY JONES LOUIS TRAN RICHARD BOGATAY KELSEY MARTIN CRAIG COLLINS

Clover Park Technical College

RACHEL GRUNDY TODD SMITH TARYN SMITH HOLLY VANDERLINDA MIKEL ARMSTRONG SHANNON CHRISTIAN KRISTINA STAMBAUGH SABRINA CROCKETT CYDNEY ANDERSON LORIN JANITA BRANDON MYKING LISA CHRISTIAN ANDREW HENSON AMBER STOKES SARA CONDRA ZACKY SALLOUM

SAMANTHA BRACKEN MICHAEL PETERSON NEIL LUCAS MICHELLE FALK JOHN MEJIA ELLIOTT FARMER JAGJIT SINGH

Bates Community College RYAN JOYNER AHNA JOHNSON STEVEN WITKOWSKI CHANDRA KNIERIEM STEPHEN LAMB

ASHLEY WERMUTH KAITLYN WESTON

Green River Community College TARYN CARTLEDGE ARTHUR BURNLEY DAVID ORTON FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ NAI SAETEURN THOMAS ALVORD HEATHER BOYKIN DANIEL MANLY CHRISTINE MEADER BRIAN HEG DONNELL CALHOUN

Pacific Lutheran University

Washington State University

ILJA NAUMOV AMANDA MURPHY CHELSEA ARNOLD LAUREN NANCE KAYLA BOUVIER SARAH FRATONI

University of Washington

Tacoma Community College Pierce Community PAUL RANDALL College INESSA MAYSINOVICH JENNIFER WIEDEL JESSICA OLIVA KRISTIN WELLENTIN KATELYN MARKHAM KOLBY SWENSON BRITTANY ASHTON ASHLEY ESTEP PAUL LINDEN NATASHA RODRIGUEZ LEESA PERNU KEVIN PRESSEL TROY ASHER JENNA EDWARDS KRISTINA TRACY PATRICK MURRAY MAXWELL OTT LAURENTURNER CHANI VANNOY CLAIRE COVINGTON CARLY FINLEY VANESSA PERRY ALEXANDER SPADARO HECTOR MORALES ERIK SHOWACY NICHOLAS GUNTER ROBERT BROWN KYLE JONES ROBERT CURKENDALL STEPHEN HOUSE MEGAN LACOMBE ELIZABETH PRATER ANDREW HELMERS ASHETAN KAUFFMAN TAMARA GORES AMANDA VAN BUSKIRK MARSHALL CAIN MICHELLE FIKILINI MINDY ISZLER CHARLES WILSON JONATHAN BAUTISTA JESSICA CUPPS JEREMY CURKENDALL BLAKE JOHNSTON DEBRA THOMPSON SHANE BASSETT ELIZABETH DAVENPORT HALLIE HUMLICK PETER LOHRMAN BLAKE PARENTEAU BRIAN HUTT JUSTIN O’DELL MEGAN PADILLA JENNIFER ALESSANDRA MICHELLE MORRIS SARAH MORROW JORDAN PETERSON TROY CLARK STEVEN MINTEY KARA ERTEL LAUREN OBREGON PATRICK SOMERS ISAIAH KNIGHT RYAN JEFFRIES

Idaho MELISSA HANSON CHARLES DOBBINS ERICA BOSNICK BRADLEY LOGAN ADAM STURDIVANT JIN WOO HAN JESSICA PEVER BRET JEWELL CRAIG KETTER GREGORY HENRY

SARAH DAVID KATHRYN BRYAN DEANNA MILLETT DORANDA SWIFT

Montana KATES GINTHER CHELSEA LIBBY KRISTIN RYAN MARK PENNINGTON BELINDA HAYS NICHOLAS PATERNO

Other Seattle Colleges and Central Washington University Community Colleges AMANDA STUTESMAN

RACHEL MALINEN JONATHAN AN ADRIAN BALL JOCELYNE FOWLER ALEXANDRA FREEMAN COLIN O’BRIEN JAY BRADLEY DANIELLE CASTINO EVAN LEWIS MARCUS OHLHEISER JOEL TRIPLETT PHILLIP BAUM

AMANDA LAMPERT JAMES STANFORD TYLER HOBBS AARON ORHEIM BRIAN HOUSE KASIA ATWOOD BRIANE LOWE

JAY ARENDAIN MONIQUE CORNIER PAYTON FOUTZ LINDSEY TURCOTT WHITNI BUSHNELL CARISSA CARTER

AMMA BOFA ANNA BOFA

North Dakota FEDERICO GONZALEZ BRYAN RILEY

Oregon NICHOLAS FERRUCCI KIRA KAELIN

Wyoming

Military

DAVID KUENZI BRIAN REFFRY

DAMIEN KOOLIS BRANDON DIMICK JESSICA VASQUEZ ANDREW KRASNER KELSEY ALMONT KERRY WARREN AARON CASTANON CORINNA CEFALU FAUSTINE IM JONATHAN DARNELL DEVLIN MURRAY ROBERT WOLF

Utah

California JIAVANI WALDREN KESHIA BUCHANAN MALLORY KRONLUND JACOB ARNOLD ALLISON CLARK JUSTIN WAGNER BRIAN YI KENNY PROSSER DANIELLE PROPER

New Hampshire

JEFFREY WALTHER

Nevada DANIELLE TIETJE BAILEY KUESTERMEYER AMY OLSON

AND SO WE REACH

the end of the beginnin

Colorado XANDER KNOX

Arizona JOSHUA ROY JARED BERVIK

Alaska

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Arkansas Texas

The information on this map has been collected by the leadership class, and is a partial representation of where the graduates of the 2004-2005 school year are headed now that their time at Emerald Ridge has finished. Information was gathered during advisory and not every senior has chosen to respond, but the more than half of the senior class is accounted for.

Washington D. C. LINDSEY MAXFIELD

Working North Carolina BRIAN FORD

South Carolina JUSTIN DWORSCHAK

RYAN MAIRS

NATHAN BOYER ASHLEY BURDETTE

KATHERINE ROEDE

“Then leaf subsides to leaf, so Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day, nothing gold can stay.” -Robert Frost 10,11.indd 2-3

Florida QUINN WOLCOTT TIFFANY LOCKLER

RYAN ROWLAND CHRISTOPHER HANSON JAY BOHANNAN JARED WILSHIRE SAMUEL KIDD MILES MONTGOMERY TODD FOLK CASEY GORHAM CADENCE KLOPPEL BRADLEY BENESCH KENNETH KIKER

Out of Country MARIA HOCK MARIA LONDONO AMANDA FONTANA-PANTOJA ERIKA RODRIGUEZ MEGAN MARGESON ELIDE GONZALEZ BENTE FAUGLI LAUREN BAKER

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Western Washington University

Clover Park Technical College

SAMANTHA BRACKEN MICHAEL PETERSON NEIL LUCAS MICHELLE FALK JOHN MEJIA ELLIOTT FARMER JAGJIT SINGH

Bates Community College RYAN JOYNER AHNA JOHNSON STEVEN WITKOWSKI CHANDRA KNIERIEM STEPHEN LAMB

ASHLEY WERMUTH KAITLYN WESTON

Green River Community College TARYN CARTLEDGE ARTHUR BURNLEY DAVID ORTON FERNANDO RODRIGUEZ NAI SAETEURN THOMAS ALVORD HEATHER BOYKIN DANIEL MANLY CHRISTINE MEADER BRIAN HEG DONNELL CALHOUN

Pacific Lutheran University

Washington State University

ILJA NAUMOV AMANDA MURPHY CHELSEA ARNOLD LAUREN NANCE KAYLA BOUVIER SARAH FRATONI

University of Washington

Idaho MELISSA HANSON CHARLES DOBBINS ERICA BOSNICK BRADLEY LOGAN ADAM STURDIVANT JIN WOO HAN JESSICA PEVER BRET JEWELL CRAIG KETTER GREGORY HENRY

SARAH DAVID KATHRYN BRYAN DEANNA MILLETT DORANDA SWIFT

Montana KATES GINTHER CHELSEA LIBBY KRISTIN RYAN MARK PENNINGTON BELINDA HAYS NICHOLAS PATERNO

Other Seattle Colleges and Central Washington University Community Colleges AMANDA STUTESMAN

RACHEL MALINEN JONATHAN AN ADRIAN BALL JOCELYNE FOWLER ALEXANDRA FREEMAN COLIN O’BRIEN JAY BRADLEY DANIELLE CASTINO EVAN LEWIS MARCUS OHLHEISER JOEL TRIPLETT PHILLIP BAUM

AMANDA LAMPERT JAMES STANFORD TYLER HOBBS AARON ORHEIM BRIAN HOUSE KASIA ATWOOD BRIANE LOWE

JAY ARENDAIN MONIQUE CORNIER PAYTON FOUTZ LINDSEY TURCOTT WHITNI BUSHNELL CARISSA CARTER

AMMA BOFA ANNA BOFA

North Dakota FEDERICO GONZALEZ BRYAN RILEY

Oregon NICHOLAS FERRUCCI KIRA KAELIN

Wyoming

Military

DAVID KUENZI BRIAN REFFRY

DAMIEN KOOLIS BRANDON DIMICK JESSICA VASQUEZ ANDREW KRASNER KELSEY ALMONT KERRY WARREN AARON CASTANON CORINNA CEFALU FAUSTINE IM JONATHAN DARNELL DEVLIN MURRAY ROBERT WOLF

Utah

California JIAVANI WALDREN KESHIA BUCHANAN MALLORY KRONLUND JACOB ARNOLD ALLISON CLARK JUSTIN WAGNER BRIAN YI KENNY PROSSER DANIELLE PROPER

New Hampshire

JEFFREY WALTHER

Nevada DANIELLE TIETJE BAILEY KUESTERMEYER AMY OLSON

AND SO WE REACH

the end of the beginnin

Colorado XANDER KNOX

Arizona JOSHUA ROY JARED BERVIK

Alaska

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Washington D. C. LINDSEY MAXFIELD

Working North Carolina BRIAN FORD

South Carolina JUSTIN DWORSCHAK

RYAN MAIRS

NATHAN BOYER ASHLEY BURDETTE

KATHERINE ROEDE

“Then leaf subsides to leaf, so Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day, nothing gold can stay.” -Robert Frost 10,11.indd 2-3

Florida QUINN WOLCOTT TIFFANY LOCKLER

RYAN ROWLAND CHRISTOPHER HANSON JAY BOHANNAN JARED WILSHIRE SAMUEL KIDD MILES MONTGOMERY TODD FOLK CASEY GORHAM CADENCE KLOPPEL BRADLEY BENESCH KENNETH KIKER

Out of Country MARIA HOCK MARIA LONDONO AMANDA FONTANA-PANTOJA ERIKA RODRIGUEZ MEGAN MARGESON ELIDE GONZALEZ BENTE FAUGLI LAUREN BAKER

6/8/2005 10:26:47 PM

FEATURE

JagWire

Taking the gospel to China

Rachel Staton prepares for a mission to China, where she will share her beliefs with others BY

JESSICA RITCHIE

REPORTER

Mikel

Anna

Staton outside her church between services.

Erica

Lindsey

Amma Photos by Jessica Ritchie

Junior Rachel Staton talks to her church, Graham Emmanuel Baptist Church, alongside youth Pastor Gaven Marble, about the mission she’s taking to China and Mongolia during the summer.

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FEATURE

Kristin

Drew

6/8/2005 10:35:09 PM

08 FEATURE

JagWire

JagWire Seniors say their goodbyes...

enior Wills

I will to all of my speech and debate good times with Traci, David, Kelly, Sandi, Shayla, and Jackie. I’ll miss you guys! Have fun! - Sarah Nesemeier

Xander

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James

Carissa

Photos by Katina Mathieson and Mikel Armstong

I leave Daniel Brown my excellent portfolio to give an idea next year. I’ll also leave my Mustang to Jennie Houk. I love you all! - Josh Roy

Catch Eyes and Smiles! $5 off prom up-do

FEATURE

Gero’s travels Through NBC Basketball, Senior Ciera Gero will be touring in Europe to compete in tournaments through NBC camps. BY

KRISTIN WELLENTIN

REPORTER

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Multi-faceted teacher Lisa Kelsey leaves ERHS to become an adoptive mother

career highlights: boys cross country record (16:53) : holds 800 meter school record

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cross country, track

E H T

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how would you describe yourself as an athlete? athletic, but there are far more athletic people out there.

what motivates you? when one of my competitors is cocky, because it pushes me to do better whether i beat them or not.

any professional athlete, because of their dedication to get there, although i don’t admire the athletes that care only about money and lose their passion for the sport.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? self-improvement and getting all of my college paid for, because that is something i never thought i could get.

career highlights: holds 11 school records : six times to state with seven podium appearances

how would you describe yourself as an athlete? hard working, always dedicated to furthering my skill.

what motivates you?

what motivates you? my passion and love for the game.

what professional athlete do you admire? julie foudy because she’s a leader who leads by example, not words.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? being placed in the top 18 soccer players in the region and top 100 in the nation.

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the drive to win and succeed, feeding off of competition and hard work.

what professional athlete do you admire? oganna nnomani because she works hard to be the best.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? making the youth national team and competing in international competition.

Photos by Carissa Carter

conﬁdent, determined, and always playing to win.

what motivates you?

volleyball,tennis

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

a competetive player who loves to work together as a team in achieving sucess.

kylie marshall

career highlights: regional ODP player : ﬁrst team all spsl : 9 goals (2004)

soccer, tennis

recieving a scholarship to swim at the university of nevada las vegas.

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

jill jensen

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

career highlights: ﬁrst team all SPSL : part of US women’s youth national volleyball team

bailey kuestermeyer

michael phelps because he has done so much at such a young age.

swimming, track

what professional athlete do you admire?

MARILYN DIXON

REPORTER

what professional athlete do you admire?

thinking about all training hours i’ve put in before a race, and through that reminding myself that i’ve done the work and i have what it takes to do well.

6/8/2005 10:41:55 PM

OP/ED

JagWire

LETTER TO THE EDITORS

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a motivated team leader who faces challenges head on.

what motivates you? the drive to be the best and win – and the women.

what professional athlete do you admire? i admire multiple athletes because they all have something that i don’t, and they worked hard to get it.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics? my full ride scholarship to eastern washington university.

keith schlecht – cross country, wrestling

career highlights: two top three ﬁnishes in state wrestling, fourth place track (2004) : most single season touchdowns

career highlights: two state appearances : placed second in doubles (2004)

– volleyball career highlights: placed fourth in state : most varsity wins with 37

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

rick bogatay – cross country, track

a competetive, strong-willed team player.

what motivates you?

CSPA, JEA, NSPA, SPJ, WJEA, WSJA

anna bofa

how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

to be number one, and the people and coaches who support me.

what professional athlete do you admire?

dedicated, with a feel of comfort on the court.

ray lewis, because he puts fear in people’s eyes on the ﬁeld.

what motivates you?

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

me, more than anyone. i love the feeling of competing and winning.

what professional athlete do you admire?

going to state in wrestling, and having a winning season in both football and wrestling.

chris sherman – soccer

payton foutz – cross country, track

lou tran – baseball

pete sampras, because he is the greatest tennis player and always handles himself with class and dignity.

what do you see as your greatest accomplishment in athletics?

heather logan – basketball, fastpitch

runners up and here are our choices for other athletes that have made a difference

LETTERS POLICY

Letters to the editor may be submitted by mailing them to JagWire c/o Emerald Ridge High School, or by e-mailing them to jdnusser@puyallup.k12.wa.us.

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how would you describe yourself as an athlete?

AFFILIATES

Casey Cox Capital Projects Educational Planner

11.kylie marshall 12.curt lockard

aaron brown

Emerald Ridge High School 12405 184th St. E. South Hill, WA 98374 253-435-6300

10.aaron brown 10.alyssa ferry 12. bailey kuestermeyer

football, wrestling

THE FINE PRINT

brynsen brown

Here are the facts as they are today. Pope students will not be displacing you to use your facilities. While they may be using the Commons for lunch, they only will when you are not using them. Pope

STAFF

football, wrestling

Editorials are composed by, and are the opinion of, the JagWire editorial board

alyssa ferry

Dear Editors:

tennis

placing second in state last year, and returning this year.

6/8/2005 10:24:04 PM

SPORTS

JagWire

Ferry ends ninth Junior Rachel Owens quits the team before the sub-district tournament, leaving sophomore doubles partner Alyssa Ferry to play singles in postseason competition BY

NICK KAJCA

REPORTER

“

IT WAS DIFFICULT TO LOSE ONE OF OUR BEST PLAYERS, BUT RACHEL AND HER FATHER SEEMED TO HAVE THEIR OWN PERSONAL AGENDA WHICH DID NOT COINCIDE WITH THE TEAM’S BEST INTERESTS

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”

— Steve Kubota, head coach

Students involved in crash

Spring Sports in Review BY

NEWS

Two car accidents near Pope Elementary cause damage, but no serious injuries

BRITTANY LAWBER

REPORTER BY

DARRIN JONES

Girls Water Polo

REPORTER

Award winner BY

BRITTANY GENTILE

REPORTER

Photo by Mikel Armstrong

6/8/2005 10:48:46 PM

NEWS

JagWire

SPORTS

New bell schedule revealed Track ends season satisfied The new bell schedule places Jag Time four times a week after first or second period with lunch according to third or fourth period BY

JESSICA RITCHIE

REPORTER

Senior Rick Bogatay competes in the 3200-meter run at the West Central District meet. Bogatay placed 19th, but was 3rd in the 1600-meter run, qualifying him for the state competition on June 3.

Competitors do well in the district meet with three moving on to the state meet, ending a great season

ASB budget finalized with few significant changes

KAITLYN GOLDEN

REPORTER

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JENN WHITHAM

REPORTER

Photo by Katina Mathieson

Next year’s budget is complete, with long-term plans in place for possible pop and candy vending loss

6/8/2005 10:22:05 PM

A&E

JagWire

NEWS

A hot summer for movies Seniors break in to work out Vacation is a time for movies, both good and bad. Here’s a comprehensive list of 2005’s summer blockbusters

Three students arrested late on a Sunday night after being caught in school trying to using the work out facilities; no charges filed BY

TAYZHA FOX

REPORTER

MATT CLICK

REPORTER

Christian Bale picks up where Michael Keaton started as Batman. Hopefully his depiction will be superior to that of Val Kilmer and George Clooney.

“

WE PARKED OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOOL; WE DIDN’T HAVE ANY PAINT, WE WERE THERE JUST TO LIFT WEIGHTS AND GET CUT. WE’VE BEEN WORKING OUT THERE THE PAST THREE WEEKS AFTER SCHOOL .

”

—Justin Dworschak, senior

Things coming together for Pope 6th graders Plans have been made so high school and sixth grade students will only interact in controlled conditions BY

KASSIE GREEN

REPORTER

Photo courtesy of Warner Bros

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6/8/2005 10:52:45 PM

Elaine Raymond

Trin-I-Tee 5:7 - The Kiss

slow start In recognizing a landmark year in ERHS athletics, JagWire applauds seven of this year’s most outstanding athetes who have contributed so many of their skills.

The upcoming summer 18 | movie season looks to Summer be mediocre at best, as major films are movie left trembling in forecast the wake of the predicts a new Star Wars.

14 | Meet the Magnificent Seven

Departing ERHS seniors leave their wills to next year’s juniors and seniors.

of thing though.

Jack Johnson - In Between dreams

Xander: Freakin’ rock. Jack Johnson is sooo good. All the stuff he’s done is simply amazing, both musically and lyrically. Perfect music to go to sleep with.

Elaine: It has a very happy-go-lucky feel to it. It’s relaxing and laid back. But it’s not really my kind

Soundoff

Anna Bofa

Seniors

6/8/2005 10:18:50 PM 02,19.indd 2-3

JagWire seniors say their parting words and take a look back at their years on staff.

Xander Knox

Visit JagWire online at www.getjagwired.com

6.13.05

INSIDE

08 Saying Goodbye

Four people, Four CDs

The Beat Giving you the low-down on the south sound

SPorts Seattle Storm KeyArena $70-$180 Seattle Mariners Safeco Field

Movies Batman Begins June 15 Starring: Christian Bale, Katie Holmes War of the Worlds June 29 Starring: Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning

$7-$50

Concerts

Fantastic Four July 8 Starring: Chris Evans, Jessica Alba

Kenny Chesney Tacoma Dome June 25 $45

Theater

Summer Jam 2005 Gorge Amphitheater July 23 $50

Annie Get Your Gun Tacoma Little Theater June 3-26 $16-$20

Creation West 2005 Gorge Amphitheater July 27-30 $32-$100

Rain The Paramount July 26-31 $30-$40

Coldplay White River Amphitheater Aug. 16 $35-$70

Annie The Paramount Aug. 21-27 $30-$40

AN OPEN FORUM FOR STUDENT EXPRESSION EMERALD RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

12405 184TH ST E SOUTH HILL, WA 98374

VOLUME FIVE ISSUE EIGHT JUNE 2005

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