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After recent shootings around the country learn more about Iowa’s own gun laws.

Find out more about some of the diverse religions Johnston students have.

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editorial board editors in chief Hannah Soyer Laura Scieszinski

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Runners make a splash in the 5th annual 5K for Karen. words & layout

Kenzie Foldes

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Sophomore Taylor Beguhn helps put up the start banner before the race. On June 15, about 350 runners filed in behind the starting line before the gun went off.

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Stretching before the race, Johnston alumni Taylor Burkhead (left), sophomore Ben Poss (middle), and sophomore Marcus Miller (right) prepare for the race by doing dynamics .

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Taking shelter from the rain, sophomore Ellen Bennett waits for the weather to lighten before the race.

Runners endured light showers the entire evening.

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Sophomore Drew Hershey takes off at the sound of the gun. The boys and girls cross country team members participated in the 5K.

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From left to right, seniors Katharine Selberg, Ivy Wu, and Nicole Ackerman, round the last loop of the race. The 5K is two loops around the Johnston Library, up 70th Ave, and down 86th St.

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Sophomore Tristan Coaldrake (left) and Peter Coaldrake (right) wait to be interviewed. Tristan and Peter are the son and husband of Karen Coaldrake, whom the 5K is in memory of.

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Drug prevention program proposed A new program is being looked into to prevent drug and alcohol abuse from high school students words Paige Cramer

Drug Arrest of Minors in Johnston during 2011* drug paraphernalia 26

layout Kenzie Foldes

marijuana- 22

The Johnston community is looking into starting a new

drug and alcohol prevention program for 7th and 9th grad-

ers. The last drug prevention program for students was in

simulated intoxication- 7

5th grade and Code 411 program would be in place to re-

mind students of the dangers and consequences of drugs

prescription drugs- 4

and alcohol.

According to Chief Police Officer, Bill Vaughn, the pro-

gram goal is to “prevent substance abuse and other risky

synthetic drugs- 4

behaviors, and improve young people’s ability to reach their full potential and thrive.”

*Statistics taken from Code 411 Middle School Program Propsal

Wallace Principal, Suzie Pearson realizes the benefits

the program would bring. “The more you can inform students of what they might encounter and prep them for high

The 9th grade program would be the same format but

Medical examiners investigate the cause of death for a

tion drugs would be added to the list of topics and would

code 411 program would be able to reinforce the conse-

“Polk County Court Administration has offered a judge

With the new program an officer would be selected to

would be during a physical education class. Also, prescrip-

person with an unexpected death. The examiner in the

build on the 7th grade instruction.

quences of drug use.

health class. The topics in the class would be tobacco, al-

to assist with the presentation,” said Chief Vaughn. “I will

instruct the 411 training and then would also be in place

would briefly discuss the effects of those drugs while to of-

of these substances. These individuals are better able to

the proposal, but it is subject to securing the funding to

school benefits students,” Pearson said. It gives them the groundwork of how to handle that stuff.”

For the 7th grade program, there would be 4 classes,

45 minutes each that would be held during their scheduled

cohol, marijuana and synthetic drugs. The health teacher

include a medical examiner to discuss the consequences

as a school resource officer. “Everyone is supportive of

ficer would talk about legal and future consequences.

communicate the consequences than a teacher or parent.”

make it happen this school year,” said Chief Vaughn.

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newsbriefs words Mallorie Goodale layout Kenzie Foldes

NW 62nd construction

New elevator The

NW

This summer the elevator at the high

62nd Ave con-

school was replaced. The old elevator met

in

be replaced but it was requested that a

struction started Sep.

2011

and has been going on for 11

the building code so it was not needed to new, bigger elevator be put in.

“We were asked to build a new one by

months, but the

Hannah Soyer because the old one was

date is late November but it is two months

and grounds said. “We decided this year to

end is in sight. “The contract completion ahead of schedule,” said Dave Cubit, Director of Public Works.

The road will never have a complete

very small,” Tim Kline, director of building

replace it because we never had a request to have a bigger one until last year.”

The previous

closure, but there will be changes of traffic.

elevator

was

the other with the whole road opening up in

wide. The new

change the road from two lanes to four, add

tall by 4’8” wide.

For project updates and more information

tor had its final

ston.com/.

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Traffic will go from one side of the road to

4’5” tall by 4’6”

Sep. The purpose of the construction is to

elevator is 6’7”

new pedestrian trails and four roundabouts. on roundabouts visit http://www.cityofjohn-

The

eleva-

inspection Aug.

Clubs and organizations

Anime Club Archery

Asian Culture Club

*Ask the office for more info

Best Buddies Book Club

Chess Club

Debate Team Drama

Environmental Club

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)

FCCLA (Family Consumers Community Leaders of America) Fencing Club Film Club

GSA (Gay Straight Alliance) Investment Club IT Adventures Math Club

Paw (People for Animal Welfare) Photography Club Ping Pong Club Speech

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Security questions answered words&layout Laura Scieszinski

Recent Shootings

James Holmes allegedly brought four guns July 20 to the mid-

night premiere of “The Dark Knight Rises” at the Century 16 theatre in Aurora, Colorado. Twelve people were killed and 58 people were wounded.

This famous night has people wondering if they can still walk into

movie theatre with the same peace of mind. There is even more concern for big movie premieres when theatres are sold-out nationwide.

“People are going to be more leery. Would you have ever thought

that you wouldn’t be safe in a movie theater?” Johnston School

District’s resource officer Jensen said, “That doesn’t mean people shouldn’t come out of their house. But, you should be cautious. You should always be aware of your surroundings.”

Movie theatres aren’t the only concern. Another notable attack

this summer was at a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. On Aug. 5 a war veteran, Wade Michael Page, went into the temple of

suburban Milwaukee and fatally shot six temple members, including the temple’s president and two priests, before fatally shooting himself.

“What the government calls soft targets are things like churches,

movie theatres, sporting events, those are things that we do need

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Barack Obama embraces Stephanie Davies in the University of Colorado Hospital. Davies helped her friend Allie Young, left, survive after they were both victims of the Aurora, Colorado shooting on July 20. Young was one of the 15 people wounded in the shooting.

to look at more carefully,” officer Jensen said. “Because it’s not like

Iowa Gun Policy

an airport where everyone is screened as you go through, there is

Iowa changed its gun laws Jan 1, 2011. The county sheriff now

a chance of someone getting in there with something if they had the

has standard qualifications rather than their own guidelines and

intention to do harm.”

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they cannot put restrictions on someone’s license. If someone has not been convicted of felony or domestic violence, assault within the last three years, been committed to a mental institution or be

addicted to drugs or alcohol they qualify to carry a concealed weap-

on. “The biggest change in the law is anyone can carry concealed

weapons pretty much anywhere except things like a school,” officer Jensen said. With the new changes, a background check and proper training are still required.

Iowa allows anyone 18 or older to apply for a rifle or shotgun but

applying for a handgun requires the person to be 21 or older. How-

ever, just having a gun permit does not mean anyone can throw a gun around wherever they want.

Guns are allowed in Iowa state parks, restaurants that

serve alcohol and in the owners’ homes and in cars, if properly

stored. There is no law connecting to “no guns” signs posted in stores or theatres. However, if you are asked to leave the theatre

you must leave. Guns are not allowed at the Iowa State Fair or in state buildings such as the capitol. Guns are also not allowed within one thousand feet of a public or private school. The Johnston School District also has a strict no guns tolerance.

“There is nothing wrong with a law-abiding citizen being able to

protect themselves,” officer Jensen said. “Unfortunately no matter what laws are in place the criminal element, those who want to

have guns even if they’re not supposed to will find a way. I don’t see any problem with the way the law changed it just changed the way we have to do our job.”

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religious diversity

august 2012

Hinduism

Evangelical free

Pratyusha Bujimalla

Junior Pratyusha Bujimalla was raised Hindu, and is still

practicing. “I’ve never really known any other way,” she said.

Hinduism is a polytheistic religion, meaning believers

worship more than one God. “We believe that there are

three main gods. Burma, the creator, Vishnu, the keeper, and Shiva, the destroyer of evil.” Bujimalla said. “We believe that all the rest of the gods are sons or daughters or wives or brothers of those three gods.”

Jacob Gherke

light reflects off of it.”

Evangelical Free is a denomination of Christianity that

Despite being a religious minority, Bujimalla does not

some students such as Jacob Gherke practice. They be-

feel like the odd one out. “I’m used to having a lot of friends

lieve, like all Christians, that Jesus is the son of God and

He also gets a lot of heat about his negative views on

have a lot of Indian friends, some that are Hindu. My school

that he came down from heaven so that he could die for

homosexuality. However, he holds true to his beliefs. “A lot

friends (that aren’t Hindu) don’t make me feel bad about my

people’s sins. “When we accept the gift he gave us we get

of people think we’re judgmental, but a lot of people are. I

beliefs of anything.”

a ticket to heaven,” Gherke said.

have no right to say believe this, believe that. I’m going to

However, people take that idea differently. Gherke explains, “A lot of Christians believe that when you accept

that’s basically because I grew up here,” she said. “Me and

When we break those laws we always come back for for-

little differently than her family who is still in India. “I think

Christ you can do whatever you want, which isn’t true.

my family celebrate Christmas, but not the religious aspect

giveness.”

erything like that. I guess you wouldn’t call us strict Hindus.

tions in several ways. For one thing, they don’t practice

celebrations and rituals and stuff like that, but we’re not like

more secure bond with the church and their beliefs. Unlike

We go to the temple every weekend, we do a lot of the big

confirmation, a ritual that acts as a statement of faith and

‘Oh, you can’t do Christmas, you can’t do Easter, you can’t

Catholics, people that practice Evangelical Free do not go

Bujimalla has two favorite holidays that her family cel-

of colors). “Every year on Diwali we set out 1,008 little oil

lamps (at the Hindu Temple and Cultural Center in Madrid, Iowa) and we turn off all the lights. It looks really cool be-

cause [the temple] is all white stone and marble and so the

Senior Fatiha Iqbal is a practicing Muslim. Islam is a

monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Muham-

believe Priests are a way to God, while we have a personal

Juniors Simrita Varma, Aditi Dinakar, and Pratyusha Bujimalla participate in Holi, the Hindu festival of colors. This comprises of throwing powdered colors at one another, signifying the coming of spring.

relationship with Him,” Gherke said. “Our pastors are there more for help, not to judge. They are on the same level as we are.”

Despite being a majority religion, Gherke admits to feeling like an outcast at times. “I’m known as the ‘religious boy’ at school,” he said. “I don’t cuss, and I don’t party.

to the poor and you keep some for yourself.” Iqbal said.

Iqbal also does not feel like an outcast because of her

mad, believed to be the last prophet of God, and the Qur’an,

religion. “I do my own thing,” she said. “During Ramadan my

“Allah” and we believe in one God along with the 5 pillars.”

when I get the most questions about my religion.”

their holy book. “We’re just trying to surrender to our God Iqbal said. According to Iqbal, the five pillars are kind of like

friends see me not eating lunch because I’m fasting. That’s

God 2. Salah- prayer five times a day 3. Zakah- Giving money to the poor 4. Fasting- Ramadan and 5. Hajj- Pilgrimage

These might seem like average high school students but look closer and Johnston is made up of many different cultures and religions.

to Mecca that you must do once in our live if you are able to.

Right now, Iqbal is observing Ramadan, one of the five

pillars. This involves fasting from sunup to sundown. “It’s

purifying,” Iqbal said. “It teaches you to be thankful for what you have. We get up at four to eat and then wait until the sun goes down to eat again.”

Muslims also celebrate other holidays, like Eid Ulfitr,

the Mosque and get presents and wear new clothes.”

A month later they celebrate Eid al-Adha, a holiday to

commemorate Abraham’s obedience and trust in God. “You

sacrifice an animal on that day: cow or goat, and give some

co ex ist

[koh-ig-zist] verb-to exist together in peace

Christianity’s ten Commandments. 1. Iman- Believe in one

Iqbal’s favorite. “It is pretty much our Christmas. We go to

change the way you think.”

to confession. There are other differences as well. “They

Provided/Pratyusha Bujimalla

Islam Fatiha Iqbal

say ‘I believe this and here’s why.’ I’m not going to try to

Evangelical Free differs from other Christian denomina-

of it - we have a Christmas tree and we do presents and ev-

ebrates: Diwali (the festival of lights) and Holi (the festival

idea of us being perfect but we aren’t.”

of different religions. I don’t really feel left out, because I

While Bujimalla is a practicing Hindu, she does things a

celebrate anything else.’”

But, I’m not perfect. Sometimes I slip up. People have the

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Senior Fatiha Iqbal and her family after participating in the Eid al-Adha prayer in downtown Des Moines. Her family wore traditional attire to the event.

words Hannah Soyer & Sarah Margolin

layout Kenzie Foldes

Provided/Jacob Gerke

Senior Jacob Gerke and the rest of his youth group listen as their youth pastor explains how to play a group game. Gherke attends Westchester Evangelical Free church.

Judaism

Josh Hjelmaas

Junior Josh Hjelmaas practices Judaism, a monotheistic

religion based on the teachings of God and his commandments. “Judaism shares many basic ideals with other major religions, e.g. Islam and Christianity,” Hjelmaas said. “God’s

accepting of other beliefs, and I honestly don’t mind when people are open about their beliefs, as long as it doesn’t offend others.”

teachings have helped shaped all three religions, as well as

much of Western society. However, a major difference that separates us is our belief that a Messiah has not yet come.”

Jews believe, as opposed to Christians, that Jesus Christ was not the messiah and son of God, only a prophet.

Jews also have many religious holidays. Hjelmaas’s fa-

vorite is a period of time called the High Holy Days. This includes Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah. “Yom Kippur is a day of fasting and reflecting on our actions in the previous

year, while Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish new year,” Hjelmaas said. “I miss school for the High Holidays, which are usually in September.”

Hjelmaas has not had any feelings of unacceptance from

the students and teachers. “I never really feel out of place in

Johnston,” he said. “I’ve found that most students are very

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Josh Hjelmaas reads from the Torah on his Bar Mitzvah. The Bar Mitzvah is something that happens at age 13 in a boy’s life and it symbolizes him being accepted into the temple as an adult.

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Bisbee Bisbee Wood and Wire, owned by Matt Wilson, sells

what a lot of us try to get rid of: junk. In the store, old furni-

words&layout Kenzie Foldes

ever to a feeling of crafty independence.

Amy Wilson, wife of Matt Wilson, gives life to old items

ture and antique knick-knacks are placed around randomly

in Bisbee that are one-of-a-kind. An old bedpost that is now

and rusty, much of the merchandise at Bisbee have their

just a few of many products she has recycled.

into different stations like a history museum. Torn, battered,

own story that many residents of Johnston are curious to learn. The Johnston shops on Merle Hay Road welcomed

their newest members on June 16th, and since then many have stopped to see what Bisbee is all about.

“Because of the philosophy and the niche we are taking,

I believe we are getting invaluable amount of exposure.

People aren’t just excited about the stuff we are selling, they are excited about us being here,” said Wilson. “They

are excited about the approach we take. There really is an overwhelming sense of involvement. People just come here and hang out.”

a menu chalkboard and suitcases used for dog beds are “What Bisbee is all about is finding new things to do with

old items,” said Amy, “and bringing what’s old back again; finding ways to make it more modern and cool.”

Curious minds and creative thinkers make up this indus-

try of selling old, rusty objects. Like any collector, watching

and contributing to the unique items in the store creates a sense of involvement within the consignment business.

Creating a sense of community is what Bisbee is all

about. People of all ages and styles enjoy the intricate finds Bisbee has to offer.

“With our consignment people, they are excited about

Wilson strives to reach out to the community and give

finding items not necessarily because they want to make

retail store. The lack of repetition in Bisbee is not only re-

unique and collective items that are in the store,” said Wil-

residents a taste of something different than your average freshing to customers but inspiring as they can see refur-

bished vintage on sale throughout the store. Websites such as Etsy and Pinterest, along with a new interest in do-ityourself projects has given the public more access than

money off of it, but because they want to contribute to the

son. “And that’s community. But not just the Johnston com-

Owner of Bisbee, Matt Wilson, rearranges his vintage pieces. Wilson collects vintage furniture and other items to sell in his shop.

munity, it’s like a community of people. It’s like a fraternity of people who love junk.”

Students focus on senior pictures Senior photo shoots no longer just for professionals words Monica Gagne layout Laura Scieszinski

Photography has been a big pastime for high school

students in their golden years, but students Megan

routine of doing the same shoot every time when each

to new levels.

Black said. “However, when choosing a student the cus-

starting with a small camera when my sister got me

not arrive on time, when the customer wanted them or

Albers and Laura Ausenhus, both seniors, have taken it “I’ve been taking pictures for about three years after

should be different and geared around the customer,”

tomer could be sacrificing quality and the pictures may

interested,” Albers said, “Recently I started taking senior

in the best format.”

Ausenhus, who has been taking photography since she

is they are able to give feedback and keep the session

her hooked on the hobby.

photographers also cost less than a professional. For

numerous students are getting photos taken by talented

time limit and as many outfits and locations as one sees

pictures for friends who came to me.” This is similar to

An advantage to having a student take the pictures

took the class at Johnston, thanks to her uncle who got

pinpointed on exactly what the senior wants. Student

The new trend is taking on a league of its own as

example, sessions with Ausenhus are free, have no

friends with skills behind the camera. “It’s more comfort-

fit.

then with a professional you just met,” Ausenhus said.

Whether or not they want the open and relaxing envi-

Photography, sees both good and the bad to having a

with the degree is up to the senior. The matter is purely

able, open and less awkward with a friend you know

Jennifer Black snaps a picture of Merissa Snyder on Monday August 13th. Although she takes senior pictures for other students, she chose Black to take her own.

about the senior. It’s easy for a professional to fall into a

Jennifer Black, owner and photographer for Black

student take senior pictures. “The shoot needs to be

In the end the choice comes down to the senior.

ronment of a peer taking the shots or a professional preference as long as the focus is on them.

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Love your bed, love your life Why sleeping is more important than your love life. words Hannah Soyer

I’d love to hang out sometime, but I’m afraid I’ll be sleeping.

The moment I wake up in the morning, I start think-

ing about that lovely time later in the evening when I am able to return to the one thing I love, with all its downy

pillows, caressing sheets and fuzzy blankets - my bed. I love sleep. Almost to the point that I would say I’m having an affair with it. It is my significant other.

The teenagers I know would have to agree with me.

So the question then is, if we all love it so much, why aren’t we doing more of it?

The excuses are endless: homework, activities,

sports, friends, Facebook, and let’s just go ahead and

say it - school. I know, I know, I’m just as guilty of this as the rest of you, and you are guilty.

People have always told us, “It’s not worth it!” when

Illustration/Hannah Soyer

they talk about staying up late and getting up early. As

sleep is needed because during sleep, our body restores

of the fall time change which resulted in one more hour.

But honestly, it’s about time that we do, because it’s not

sleep deprivation can result (and often does) in slowed

fatigue.

a rule, teenagers don’t usually listen to things like this. worth it to deprive yourself of much needed sleep.

Professor William Dement of Stanford University

tissues. Most of this happens in the brain. Therefore, responses and a harder time focusing.

Sleep deprivation is also dangerous. According to the

is quoted in David Myer’s book, Psychology, as say-

National Sleep Foundations, driving while seriously sleep

and performing at a less than optimal level, impaired by

tent of .08%, the illegal limit in most states. A study pub-

ing that “Millions of us are living a less than optimal life

an amount of sleep debt that we’re not even aware we

carry.” I find this pretty astonishing, that if we all got the sleep we needed, when we needed it, we could be living a much better life.

Also according to Myers is his book Psychology,

deprived is the same as driving with a blood alcohol con-

In the US, 20% of traffic accidents are related to driver Today teens are averaging two hours less of sleep

than they were 80 years ago. Usually, we need 8-9

hours of sleep per night, and this doesn’t change as the year does. Clearly, we have a problem.

Friends and fellow students, it’s time to surrender to

lished by Stanley Coren in 1996 shows that in Canada

your hidden desire: go to sleep. You know you want to,

the spring time change due to daylight savings time that

as awesome if you only took the time out of your busy

and the US, traffic accidents were higher on the day after resulted in one less hour than they were the week before.

Consequently, the number of accidents dropped the day

Thumbs up Thumbs down Newspaper staff share a few good and bad things of the new school year.

so do it. The fact is, you could be living a life that’s twice schedules to give your bed the attention it deserves.

Iowa State Fair

fried food, cool concerts, giant slide; everything that makes Iowa awesome

End of summer

now our late nights are filled with school work and we don’t even get to sleep in

Rock Around the Clock

lots of pudding makes anything fun

Rearranging Schedules

nobody likes not having complete control over their schedule

School cookies Syllabuses

these are one good thing about coming back to school

the year never follows what teachers promise on these boring wastes of paper

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Pay attention for prevention The intensity of sports is on the rise; student athletes need to be aware of health hazards. words Kenzie Foldes layout Laura Scieszinski Last year at state cross country, I ran a personal re-

cord of 14:56 in a 4K. In 2010, that time would have got-

ten me 19th place in the state. In 2011 that time didn’t

get me 19th but 37th. I wanted to be under the top 20, so I upped my mileage and continued to run everyday

in preparation for cross country season, until an annoying pain in my foot popped out of nowhere. I continued to run, but it only got worse. I had tendinitis in my foot.

Training came to a halt. I have been running since my

freshman year and my seasons morph together. Training everyday broke me down not only on the outside but

the inside. I love to run, but when does training become too much?

As competition increases, so do training schedules.

Year-round training is becoming more common, and

clubs create opportunities for student athletes to com-

pete in a particular sport for more than one season.

Sophomore Sam Graving takes part in school soccer as well as club soccer.

1

set realistic goals

The “I’m gonna lose 100 pounds while reading a book each day and going out for every club” approach doesn’t work.

Make realistic goals that you know you can reach.

2

find friends that will hold you accountable

If you’re the only one that knows about your goals, it’s not a big deal if you fail. However, if you tell a few people you will

year round.” His training schedule starts from Aug. to

supposed to prepare you for your sport,” said Brain Lut-

ing believes players are becoming more advanced as

studying for a test. For studying, if you don’t do your as-

up with his competitors.

you will not perform very well on the test compared to

sons more constant now. “These kids aren’t allowing

themselves for it.”

such as tendonitis and other ligament issues,” said Phil

such thing as varsity teams, all-stars, or even the Olym-

Therapy. “Competition is fine, but because the competi-

resistance training and cardiovascular training will not

issues with that. It’s a major health concern.”

will strengthen the muscles in the body as well as ten-

runs throughout her seasons by participating in cross

impact and forces put on the body while training.

the summer. Jumping from season to season with no

when taking a break is just as important. Set goals and

ly, it can have an affect on an athlete’s mentality as well.

ning will only lead to exhaustion and discrimination. Just

do go over the edge, if you do go past the breaking

ing an appropriate amount and letting yourself rest will

your love for the sport. And that can be rough.”

time.

adequate amount of sleep allows athletes to train hard,

to activity, when it comes to diet, or anything in life,”

Nov. and starts back up again Jan. through July. Grav-

ter, a physical education teacher at JHS. “It is similar for

time goes on, and more playing time will help him keep

signments or homework, when it comes to the test time

There is less time to recover from training with sea-

people that do the assignments and study and prepare

their bodies time to rest, which leads to breakdown

Without hard working athletes, there would be no

McCullough, a physical therapist at Johnston Physical

pics. Going the extra mile and adding strength training,

tion is being spread throughout the year we’re having

only make you a better athlete, but prevent injuries. It

Senior Bailey Eppard also trains year round. She

dons and ligaments in the bone. This will prevent the

country in the fall, track in the spring, and triathlons in

Working hard is important, but there comes a point

real breaks in between can not only harm you physical-

strive to accomplish them. Sprinting a 4K in the begin-

“It does wear you out mentally,” said Eppard. “If you

like running a 4K, you shouldn’t train all at once. Practic-

point, you start getting injured and you may even lose

get you across the finish line in an adequate amount of

Proper training along with a balanced diet and an

“Moderation is always most important when it come

3

Get to know others and smile. There are lots of cool people

10 things

your body when it needs rest is key to keeping healthy.

to start your year off right

words & layout Paige Cramer

5

take care of yourself

Go on a run, put on sunscreen, walk your dog, eat a

everywhere if you get out of your circle and meet them.

salad. You will thank me in 20 years.

4

6

don’t get stressed about the little things

become more appreciative

Keep your priorities straight. There are bigger things in life

We don’t always realize all the things our friends and

points on an assignment.

how you appreciate them... they will appreciate it.

to worry about than having a bad hair day or missing a few

said McCullough. “Everything is good, but it needs to be

but not too hard. Achieving the right mindset to listen to

be more motivated to show them you reached your goals.

try meeting someone new each day

“Practice is supposed to be physical because it is

“I don’t really have any breaks,” said Graving. “It’s

family do for us. Say thanks or write a card about

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done in moderation.”

Find new and positive activities to do with your friends.

Don’t say that Des Moines has nothing to do. Volunteer, start

a band, bake something new. You can always make a Pinterest account, that has countless ideas.

8

work hard in the classes you decided to take

You took them, so stick with them. Everybody probably

knows the class is hard, so you don’t have to remind them

everyday. Be proud of yourself when the year comes to an end.

9

forgive others

Holding a grudge hurts only you.

10

read a book

Ask friends, teachers or family the kinds of books they like.

Instead of sitting on the couch watching TV, go to the park and read the latest novel.

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Soccer team plays in Gothia Cup JUSC girls traveled to Europe, played in world wide tournament words&layout Anne Rogers The Johnston-Urbandale Soccer Club (JUSC) U17 girls

team traveled to Europe this summer in order to play in the Gothia Cup July 13-24. Featuring more than 1,600 boys and girls soccer teams around the world, the Gothia Cup is the largest youth soccer tournament in the world. This summer, the cup was held in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The U17 girls played five games in the tournament.

They won three and lost two. In the first round, they played IFK Nykoping (Sweden), winning 2-0. In round two, they

played Lerkils IF (Sweden), winning 2-1. Finally, in round

three, they played LSK/Lira (Sweden), who they lost to,

with a score of 2-1. Advancing to the playoffs, JUSC won

Provided/Rachel Wanninger

4-0 against BV Werther (Germany). In the second round of ending the tournament play for JUSC. “We were proud

The JUSC U17 girls team poses before their first game with their coach Daryn “Ozzie” White.

The girls went 3-2 in the tournament. After the tournament ended for the team, they went to Denmark to play a friendly game with a Danish team.

those teams were the best in Sweden.”

The Danish team they played have won the Norwegian

song was “Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen. Thirty

different playing techniques before they left. “Our coach

ers on the national team. JUSC won the scrimmage 2-0.

ny because it was in a huge stadium filled with people, and

les, don’t back down on headers, and will be really fast with

soccer, but for the culture experience. “I wanted to take a

Elming said.

there don’t call many fouls because they want players to

tures and their soccer passion,” White said. “I also wanted

the years to come. “It was so much fun to learn about the

the teams we played lacked shooting skills, unlike teams

The Gothia Cup uses the opening ceremony to con-

talk to new people.” Junior Rachel Wanninger said. The

emony for the Olympics. Each country walked across the

grounds coming together to play a sport they all have a

the playoffs, they lost 6-1 to Kungsbacka DFF 1 (Sweden),

with how we ended up,” senior Lexi Willie said. “Some of Coach Daryn “Ozzie” White informed the girls on the

Cup eight years in a row and have five out of the 14 play-

teams represented America. “I loved the opening ceremo-

told us about how teams over there go in strong for tack-

White wanted the girls to take this trip not only for the

there were live singers, dancers, and fireworks at the end,”

lots of pressure on us,” junior Paige Elming said. Referees

team there to enhance their knowledge about different cul-

JUSC hopes to send more teams to the Gothia cup in

get as much playing time on the field as possible. “Many of

to test their abilities against teams around the world.”

different cultures over there and being able to meet and

we play in America,” Willie said.

nect all the countries together, much like the opening cer-

team experienced people with different cultures and back-

scrimmage set up by their coach and a barbeque to follow.

stage with a song that described their country. America’s

passion for.

The girls also travelled to Copenhagen, Denmark for a

Summer Sports Update

words&layout Zoe Wilson

Boys Baseball The boys won 5-2 against Urbandale at

Boys Soccer The boys soccer team advanced to the

districts. They then lost to Dowling Catholic

first round of the 3A State Tournament with

4A State Tournament, with a season record

first round against Bettendorf with a 3-0 vic-

Now graduated, Shane Chafa, made

state on June 1 against Valley, and pulled

all-districts. Senior Michael Kinning made

was held on June 2 versus Iowa City West.

Now graduated, Cody Brenner, made first

game record of 19-3. Tyler Neumann, now

-districts. Senior Travis Brenner made sec-

state first team.

with 6-5. This eliminated Johnston from the

a seasonal record of 17-2. They won the

of 20-19.

tory. They continued to the next round at

second team all-conference and first team

out another win. The championship game

first team all-conference and all-districts.

The game ended in a loss, making the final

team all-conference and second team all

graduated, was named in the Class 3A all

ond team all-conference.

Girls Soccer The boys and girls soccer team had a

similar season both advancing into the 3A State Tournament. Starting with a record of 14-4, they played Urbandale in the region-

al game with a win of 1-0. They qualified

for the first state game playing against Bettendorf in Muscatine. They were soon de-

feated with a score of 2-0 removing them from the tournament. Junior Paige Elming was the only player to make the first team in the 3A All-State Teams.

Girls Softball During the first round of qualifiers

against Lincoln there was a loss of 1-0.

Abbey Wilmes and Sammie Hilderth, two graduated seniors made the first team for all-state. Both girls played the senior all-

star series. Katie Newberry, now graduated, made third team all-state. Junior Han-

nah Berger and senior Bailey Wilmes made second team all- conference. The teams

seasonal record was 25-12. They had a three way tie for second in the conference with Indianola and Dowling.

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Chilly Competition

The frozen yogurt hype is coming to Johnston.

Will ice cream put up a fight, or loose to the new self serve franchise?

words Laura Scieszinski layout Kenzie Foldes

Long lasting ice cream shops such as Van Dee’s are faced with

new competition now that Orange Leaf, a self-serve frozen yogurt place on Merle Hay opened in November. “I think right now the way that our

culture has been lately our country is on a huge health kick,” Josh Webb, a general manager of Orange Leaf on Merle Hay said. “Not that frozen yogurt or ice cream in general is healthy but it’s definitely a healthier alternative, so in that sense I can see us taking business.”

Orange Leaf carries sixteen flavors that are monthly rotated.

They also carry about thirty-six toppings ranging from gummy worms to

fresh fruit to whipped cream. “The whole self-serve and get whatever you want appeals to people more,” Kelly Morris, employee of Orange Leaf said.

Van Dee’s carries a variety of ice cream options from the famous

“Big Chipper” to 25 different types of a “blitz”, a mix of ice cream and

candy. They also offer classics such as a vanilla, chocolate or twist cone, Laura Scieszinski/BW

The back kitchen at Van Dee’s.

which are complimented with two candy eyes. The shop does not carry

frozen yogurt. “We stay with what we have.” Carol Vanderlinden owner of Van Dee’s said. “We’re an ice cream shop not a yogurt shop.”

Orange Leaf has an upper hand in the fight for customers. They

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Self serve frozen yogurt dispensers at Orange Leaf.

are open year round. Van Dee’s closes its doors as the summer ends.

However, Van Dee’s has been successful for 59 years.

“Well I definitely think they’re competition,” Marisa Heisterkamp,

employee of Van Dee’s and Johnston alumna said. “A lot of people like

frozen yogurt but it’s a completely different taste than ice cream. So it just depends on the person.”

ICE CREAM Laura Scieszinski/BW

Johnston alum and Van Dee’s employee Marisa Heisterkamp makes a strawberry shake for a customer. Van Dee’s has been in Johnston for 59 years and offers food such as hot dogs, as well as ice cream.

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orange leaf

AMERICA’S FROZEN YOGURT

Nineteen year-old Jon Matulef, Orange Leaf employee, chops Oreos to stock up on the Oreo topping. Orange Leaf offers about thirty-six toppings for customers to choose from.