October 2017

Hi.Life 27 October 2017 . Volume 99 . Issue 2 out why fall food is beneficial + Find to the restaurant industry

Contents

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{8} J.T.’s Choices- Jordan Turner reviews this month’s fashion trends ranging from off-the-shoulder tops to some new Aldo boots. {10} Hey, Brielle- A look into the life of senior Brielle Beavers who does so much more than being an IB diploma candidate, a Sounds of Summit member, and student athlete. {12} DIY Haunted Tour- Every year, the official Haunted Tour of LS sells out, so look inside for a DIY version of the spooky, soldout tour . {15} Giving Back- Looking for some extra community service hours? Show the animals and your graduation requirement some love at the animal shelter.

On the Cover :

Opinions

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{23} What We Think- The Hi-Life staff discusses a relevent topic that has been curculating the LSR7 school district that is literally a life or death situation. {24} Aud Thoughts- An editorial column by Audrey Badgerow discussing the current climate and issues surrounding the Pledge of Allegiance. {25} The Scary Truth- Decipher how old is too old to be trick-or-treating this Halloween. {26} Leaning, Learning- Explore just how much teachers should share their beliefs with students.

Sports

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{27} Clayton’s Quarter- A sports column

by Clayton Couch where he elaborates on his relationships with his teammates and mentors. {28} Raising The Bar- Check out an atypical sports restaurant in KC with bocce ball, pingpong, cornhole, croquet, and more. {29} Going the Distance-Through dedication, hard-work, and diligence, the boy’s swimming team and the girl’s softball team are going to state. {30} The Byrning Sensation- Explore a day in the life of Luke Byrne, the fastest runner on the boy’s cross country team.

A face full of fall food. Join editors Madeline and Johanna in sampling the best pumpkin spice lattes in town, some recipes for the perfect fall meal, and learn why the acclaimed season has been so commercialized over past years.

Which food are you addicted to and what makes it so addicting?

THE STAFF Editor-in-Chief Madeline Antey Web Editor Makenzie Kraxberger Copy Editor Molly Goetz Photography Editor Sports Editor

Jordan Wilson

Johanna Holmberg Clayton Couch

Features Editor Jordan Turner Opinions Editor Audrey Badgerow Story Ideas Editor

I enjoy chipolte rice bowls, because they are healthy and amazing.

Sierra Terry

Ads Manager Chris Teeter Media Manager

Makenzie Kraxberger I love ice cream and the reason is self explanatory.

Jessica Winkler

Cartoonist Publicist Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer

Elizabeth Marszalek Renee Haskell Jordan Wilson Christina Felix Jaeden Miller Bianca Stewart Blake Lemon Cesar Rutiaga Alana Rogers Lauren Kroh Tommy Hicks Emma Wesseldine Michael Kraxberger Daltyn Schafer Photographer Megan Cureless Photographer David Perkins Photographer Chana Ostrander Photographer Makayla Holmberg Photographer Nora Carrell Photographer Abbie Thurman Photographer Shelby Friedrichsmeyer

Makayla Holmberg Ice cream because it is cold gold. If you have not had it are you even living?

Designer Tyler Williams Designer Mike Smith Designer Izzy Demarco Adviser Marc Russell

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Body image is something I have struggeld with since I was eleven years old. I have never been completely satisfied with the way I look, but I have gradually gotten more accepting of what my body looks like. As can be seen by the cover, this issue is all about food.

With the holidays right around the corner it seems that everyone’s mind is constantly captivated by what they are going to be eating. Some people stress over trying to make a generally unhealthy time of year healthier, while others use the holidays as an excuse to spluge on some extra tasty calories.

I am somewhere in between. I feel like the holidays would not be the same without all the glorious food options to choose from, but at the same time I try to be very conscientious of what I put into my body as to not worsen the positive body image that I have worked so hard to achieve.

This got me thinking, Americans’ lives seem to revolve endlessly around food. It is crazy how much time we spend thinking about it. When we aren’t meal prepping or arguing over what restaurant to go to we are probably already eating.

Food has become a social crutch for most Americans because it is something to easily bond over. Think about it, a first date frequently consists of going out to coffee or get something to eat. In fact, I am sitting in a coffee shop in the picture up there meeting a friend that I had not seen in quite a while because we thought it would be less awkward.

America’s obsession with food has created visable negativities in the quality of life here. It leads to overeating and obesity or over exercising and the constant efforts put towards trying to be healthy.

In reality people should really just eat enough to sustain their life, and that is how I veiw most situations now. Nothing should should be extreme. A happy medium is always the best senario. That’s how I feel about my body now. I am a happy medium.

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FEATUREEVENT 10-11, 17-19 HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME: THE MUSICAL IS BEING PRODUCED IN A WHOLE NEW WAY. THERE IS A STUDENT CHOREOGRAPHER AND SOUNDS OF SUMMIT WILL SING AS A WHOLE FOR THE FIRST TIME. THERE WILL BE A SILENT AUCTION EVERYDAY OF PERFORMANCE.

CALENDAR of events

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TRIVIA NIGHT: SCHOLAR BOWL IS HOLDING A TRIVIA NIGHT FOR ANYBODY THAT IS INTERESTED IN ATTENDING. STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TOYOU BRING THEIR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. TABLES ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AS WELL AS INDIVIDUAL SEATS.

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VETERAN’S DAY ASSEMBLY: VETERANS OF LSHS STUDENTS’ FAMILY MEMBERS WILL BE HONORED IN THE ASSEMBLY.

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GIRLS’ JV/ VARSITY BASKETBALL: THE GIRLS’ JV TEAM WILL PARTICIPATE IN A TOURNAMENT AT LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL. THE TME OF THE GAME HAS YET TO BE ANNOUNCED.

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THANKSGIVING BREAK: THANKSGIVING BREAK STARTS ON THE 22ND AND GOES THROUGH THE 24TH. STUDENTS WILL RETRUN TO SCHOOL THE FOLLOWING MONDAY.

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JV/VARSITY WRESTLING: THE WRESTLING TEAM WILL GO UP AGAINST ROCKHURST AT HOME. THE TIME OF THE MATCH HAS YET TO BE ANNOUNCED.

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BOYS’ JV/VARSITY BASKETBALL: THE BOYS’ JV TEAM WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN A TOURNMENT AT NORTHEAST KANSAS CITY. THE TIME OF THE GAME HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED.

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GIRLS’ JV/VARSITY SWIMMING: BOTH TEAMS WILL GO UP AGAINST LIBETRY AND LIBERTY NORTH AT LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER. THE MEET WILL BEGIN AT 4:30.

MCC SATELLITE ENROLLMENT: SENIORS INTERESTED IN GOING TO LONGVIEW WILL WALK THROUGH THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS WITH ADMISSIONS REPRESENTITIVES.

VARSITY BOYS SOCCER BANQUET: THE SOCCER TEAM WILL HAVE THEIR ANNUAL BANQUET FROM 6-8PM TO RECOGNIZE SENIOR PLAYERS FOR THEIR HARD WORK THROUGHOUT THE SEASONS.

FRENCH AND GERMAN CLUB TALENT SHOW AUDITIONS: THE TALENT SHOW AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD IN THE LECTURE HALL AT 2:45- 3:30.

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NO SCHOOL: NOV. 7 IS A STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY.

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JUNIOR CLASS RING DELIVERY: JUNIORS WILL RECEIVE THEIR CLASS RINGS, IF THEY ORDERED ONE, DURING THEIR LUNCHSHIFT.

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J T ’ s Choices

A FASHION COLUMN BY FEATURES EDITOR JORDAN TURNER

Chunky Knit Cardigan The winter is arriving, and a chunky knit cardigan is one way to maintain a toasty outfit, not to mention they can also be useful for the fall and early spring.

High Waisted Shorts I wear high waisted shorts with crop tops on a day to day basis, I also pair them with sneakers, preferably converse, or vans. My favorite pair that I own are denim, so they can match any color on the color spectrum. Such as navy, which is a challenging color to match.

Off The Shoulder Top I find that off the shoulder tops add a vintage look to an outfit. They can be paired both with skirts, for a dressed up look, or with jeans, to come across as settle.

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Skinny Jeans Skinny jeans can accent a person’s body, and be worn all year around. They are versatile with different styles. They go with a classy look, or a relaxed look.

Flannel Shirt Flannel shirts can be left unbuttoned and used as a layer for the fall, and winter. They can also be buttoned all the way up for a sharp occasion.

Aldo High Top Boots Boots are comfortable and functional for a school or any event.

I would avoid wearing high top boots to a fancy event, however they are spectacular for a casual-dressy appearance.

Writen By: Jordan Turner Photographed By: Jordan Turner Designed By: Jordan Turner

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Serbia

Foreign exchange students settle in.

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ne last zip and the bags are packed.

Luke Jaksic is leaving the tall mountains, beautiful, old buildings, and familiar scenery of Serbia. He goes outside to take one last family picture before he leaves them for a year.

“In Serbia there are a lot of mountains. It’s beautiful. Most of the buildings are old, but they are beautiful. It is a good place to go on vacation, there are a lot of pretty rivers, canyons, and forests,” foreign exchange student Luka Jaksic said.

The scenery is not the only familiar thing he left behind.

“In Serbia we don’t walk for class to class.

We stay in one room and the teachers come to us,” Jaksic said.

He has high hopes for his future and is

preparing now.

“He is very smart and hopes to someday design and program computer/video games. He attends a special high school in Serbia that is computer program based,” host father Mel Blunt said.

Jaksic spends his time with his host father going new places.

“I go to a lot of places and try a lot of new food. I went to a Royals game too. Other than that I just go other new places with my host dad,” Jaksic said.

Jaksic’s host father has years of experience hosting students.

“I have hosted 22 exchange students over the last 22 years. I was originally approached by an exchange student representative many years ago. I decided to host a student at that

time. I had no intention to host again and again. The experience was so rewarding, that I have continued hosting students ever since,” Blunt said.

Blunt likes to host students so he can learn about their country just as much as they learn about America.

“I enjoy hosting students because it gives students the opportunity to see what it is truly like to live in America and study at an American high school. Most foreign students believe we are as portrayed in Hollywood movies. It is as important for us to learn about their life, beliefs, and culture, as they are learning ours,”

Blunt said.

Jaksic enjoys the friendliness of his fellow students, something he does not see as often in Serbia.

“Here people are very nice to each other.

They hold the door open for you, they say thank you a lot. In Serbia they don’t really say that as often,” Jaksic said.

However, he feels it is forced sometimes.

“What I like is also what I dislike. People are nice, but sometime it gets repetitive and feels like it’s automated and people don’t actually mean it,” Jaksic said.

The picture is snapped and he gets into the car. Luke’s life in Serbia is put on pause while he begins his life in America.

Written by:Christina Felix Photos courtesy of: Luka Jaksic Designed by: Makenzie Kraxberger

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HEY, BRIELLE! Senior Brielle Beavers exceeds expectations.

Written By: Tyler Williams Photographed By: Tyler Williams and Johanna Holmberg Designed By: Tyler Williams

“I love all of the activities so much, so I am usually able to find a way to squeeze everything in,” Beavers said.

Strike a Note:Senior Brielle Beavers

plays a beautiful melody on her violin. “Playing violin gives me an outlet for every emotion or thought that I can’t convey with words,” said Beavers.

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ere at school, it’s not uncommon to have several teachers and administrators tell students to ‘get involved’. Many students meet these requests by joining a club or a sport or two. However, one student goes beyond expectations and excels in nearly every area and department.

“I am an IB Diploma candidate, as well as a member of Sounds of Summit, Concert Choir, and orchestra. I am also on the softball and track team, and a member of National Honor Society and the A+ Program.

“Through trial and error I have found a system that works for me, which is mainly just prioritizing what is the most important or urgent in that point in time.

“I am very determined to complete all of my obligations and work

through everything every night. Then I work until something is at the point to where I am satisfied for the night. I am always trying to make progress and be a better person every day. Everything that I do means so much to me, so I don’t drop things easily and I am very determined to increase my skills and knowledge in every field everyday.”

“In my spare time I’ve been learning to play guitar and cello.

I listen to a lot music and I really enjoy hanging out with my friends. I know when I need a break, and having these fun things really allows me to destress and not worry about the other things in my life for a second.

I have a strong support system in my life, with both my friends and family, who help me to see clearly what is the most important to me. “

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Haunted Tour of LS

1) Loula’s Barn: One of the many barns at Longview. People sometimes see Long’s daughter Loula out riding her house. “Once I saw saomeone riding their horse but nobody was out there, “ junior Jacquline Brammar said.

2) Cemy-Cemy: The Historical Cemetry in the

center of town continues to give Lee’s Summit residences haunting chills. In the back Bales and a few others give people bad vibes. “Any time I’m there, I get a horrible feeling,” junior Caroline Campbell.

3) Haunted Hospital: This building on 3rd street was a hospital when Lee’s Summit orginally started out. It is on the tour because of former patients still staying in the building. “ The hospital would be my favorite because of the creepy feel, events & promotions director Julie Cook.

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Explore bone-chilling places in Lee’s Summit

loorboards creak ominously, bedsheets rustle, and an uneasy feeling settles over the quiet graves. These are the haunts of Lee’s Summit.

Downtown Lee’s Summit puts on an elaborate tour every year of places in town that are claimed to be haunted.

The tour always takes place in the middle of October. This year it will be held Oct. 21.

Minimum age to take part in the tour is 21.

“Tickets are $20 available online, they go on sale on Sept. 1. and was sold out in 40 minutes,” events & promotions director Julie Cook said.

Workers of Downtown Lee’s Summit quite enjoy the tour because of all the places stopped at. There are ten places on the tour all within walking distance of 3rd street. Some of the places include the old Todd George Home, now Spilker McKeone & Nelson.

Another place is the building that holds Mustard Seed and vacant office area, it was a hospital.

The hospital is claimed to be haunted from people who have worked in it.

Some workers have heard people walking up the stairs when nobody else was around. One previous owner even claims to have seen someone standing

“We have volunteers who help run the whole thing and then business owners join us and talk about their personal stories”

around one day.

“We have volunteers who help run the whole thing and then business owners join us and talk about their personal stories,” Cook said.

Another place to stop at is Longview, especially the mansion. If people stop off by the barn in Longview they may see Long’s daughter Loula riding her horses around. Then in the mansion tourist may witness bedding in her bedroom left disturbed.

The last stop is Lee’s Summit Historical Cemetery. It has been said many people feel completely off while visiting it. One person has even said they thought they saw a figure.

This guide to Lee’s Summit’s spookiest places will continue to haunt tourists for generations.

Written By: Chana Ostrander Photographed By: Chana Ostrander Designed By: Jessica Winkler

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A TRIVIAL PURSUIT WHAT IS...

Students prepare for trivia night. “We have questions over anything” junior Lucy Licata said.

THE PURSUIT OF KNOWLEDGE Scholar is not just for ‘smart’ people. “ It’s been a lot of fun, I really enjoy it,” junior Lucy Licata said.

Trivia night is stuffed with brain teasers, team work, and lots of laughs.

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he insightful Lucy Licata grasps the buzzer tightly as he anxiously waits for the question to be spewed out, ready to light his signal and answer the random query.

Scholar bowl is as difficult mentally as a sport such as football is physically.

“Scholar bowl is kind of like the game called trivia crack, it is a bunch of us friends, we get together, and we quiz each other,” junior Lucy Licata said.

Scholar bowl has subjects that range from school based subjects to pop culture. it has nearly infinite options, all for one to study and master.

“We have questions over anything like Shakespeare’s literary works or physics, we also have potpourri, we have pop culture and current events, we have plenty of different subjects to cover,” Licata said.

Scholar bowl is not for everyone but many people enjoy it and decide to compete competitively.

“I chose Scholar bowl because I was told about Scholar bowl in middle school by a family friend who’s son had heard about it, and I have been doing it since middle school and it’s been a lot of fun, I really enjoy it, honestly everyone in here feels in a way like

a small family.”

Scholar bowl being a competition can be quite fun, but alas it does have its difficulties.

“The hardest part of Scholar bowl would probably be memorizing as much as you can in a short amount of time.

Personally I just try to memorize as much as I can, for example questions about the preferred bible,” Licata said.

Scholar bowl has events throughout the year, such as the one coming up called trivia night.

“Trivia night is like our big fundraiser, we try to like auction off gifts and we also have

where you can buy a table and play with a team of up to eight, play together, just so we can get money to go to tournaments and play and represent our school.

“Trivia night is Nov. 4 this year, and basically you can have up to eight players for $80,

$15 for individual, or you can buy the vip table for $100 and the vip table has a table for eight people, ten mulligans, like one for each round, one double down sticker, 8 raffle tickets, and eight beverages” Licata said.

Written by: Michael Kraxberger Photographed by: Michael Kraxberger Designed by: Makenzie Kraxberger

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arks and whines from lonely animals echo through the building.

Animal shelters are full of unwanted animals, however, students can offer the affection and care animals need.

Volunteering is important to keep animals happy.

“Our shelters are overrun with unwanted pets. When shelters cannot handle the load, animals suffer,” community service director Kara Farren said.

Students do not typically get community service hours through the animal shelter.

“We do not have a huge number of students who do service at the shelter.

Much more popular is service at thrift shops.

The shelter has an age limit and other requirements that limits the opportunity for our students,” Farren said.

The shelter has specific requirements.

“You have to be 17 to volunteer alone, you can volunteer at 16 with a parents permission.

You must wear long pants and sturdy shoes and show up on time,” shelter supervisor Kevin

Meyerhoff said.

The shifts for volunteers are 8am to 11am and 3pm to 5pm.

“The start of each shift begins with walking dogs then cleaning kennels or anything else that needs cleaning,” Meyerhoff said.

When students are interacting with the animals they can be assured they are not vicious.

“There are some vicious dogs here, but they aren’t available for interacting with students,” Meyerhoff said.

Besides the fact students gain community service hours, there are other benefits to volunteering.

“Animals are friendly, loving and nonjudgemental. They are happy to see you and sad when you leave. It is very rewarding,” Farren said.

Offering animals care and affection they need is easy. All it costs is a few community service hours benefiting both the students and lonely animals.

Written by: Christina Felix Photographed by: Cheyenne Kennedy Designed by: Audrey Badgerow

ADOPTABLE ANIMALS

Two Words:for words words words words words Jumping Joy : Sophomore Kayla Bradley spends her afternoon at the local animal shelter. Students can get community service hours by volunteering at the Lee Summit Animal Shelter. “Students should go there to get the hours, but also to give love to animals who don’t usually get it,” Bradley said.

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WHY ONLY FALL? Fall food, as well as other seasonal changes help the restaurant industry thrive

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s the air becomes crisper and the leaves begin to change, so do the menus at local restaurants. This fact perplexes individuals as to what is so special about the autumn season that inspires an entire chain of restaurants to revolve their menu around this season in particular.

It could be speculated that people eat more in the fall, and while this is true, during the holiday seasons, customers are less likely to eat out, mostly due to spending time with family and preparing meals at home.

Though often preparing meals at home, seasonal menus give customers a sense of urgency when going out to eat. They look forward to Dunkin Donuts pumpkin flavors in the fall, Panera’s summer strawberry salads, and McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes around Saint Patrick’s Day. According to Restaurant Insider, customers know there’s a small window to enjoy these treats, and, as a result, they make an effort to buy because of the “limited time” factor.

Seasonal changes also provide a change of pace for industry workers.

“Seasonal menus inspire managers and their whole team to get excited again. At panera, restaurant chefs and the wait staff have tons of fun taste testing the different menu options. Suddenly, everyone is re-engaged because of the new and exciting things to offer,” General manager Carsyn White said.

According to Restaurant Insider, seasonal menus capitalize on the ‘new and shiny’ concept. If t the same old boring menu items are talked about in the same way, day after day, year after it is not necessarily going to light a fire under possible prospects and existing customers. But by launching something “new” every season, people are given people a reason to do a double take on a restaurant.

Written by: Madeline Antey Photographed by: Johanna Holmberg Designed by: Johanna Holmberg

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f the seasonal menu at your favorite restaurent exceeds the budget withe the holidays coming up, these recipes are for you. Designed to be so easy that even a high schooler could make them (and we did), these meals require little effort while producing a product of high reward. You’ll find everything you need to make a three course, fall themed meal , as well as the perfect pumpkin spice latte from local coffee shops to pair with your food.

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4 eggs 2 cups of pumpkin 1 cup of oil 3 cups brown sugar 3.5 cups flour 2 tsp of baking soda 1 tsp of salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp nutmeg

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GLUTEN-FREE PUMPKIN BREAD 1. Beat eggs, pumpkin, oil and brown sugar together 2. Sift flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg 3. Stir together 4. Pour into pan and bake at 350 for one hour

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EASY SWEET CHILI 1. Turn on stove to medium heat 2. Combine ingredients in a medium sized pan 3. Stir and let simmer for 15 minutes

3 STUFFED ACORN SQUASH 1. Cut squash in half and clean out seeds.

2. Dice apples.

3. Mix butter, cinnamon, sugar, and raisins, and apples in a bowl.

4. Fill the squash with the filling.

5. Bake for 45min, until tender.

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WHAT YOU NEED • 2 cans of chili beans • 1 can of tomato soup • 1 packed chili seasoning • 1 tsp of sugar

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1 acorn squash 4 Tbs butter 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 granny smith apple • 1/8 cup raisins (or dried cranberries) • 1/4 cup brown sugar

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Road Contruction

Road contruction, through out the city of Lee’s Summit

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raffic backed up all the way down the highway and long waits to get through it. Road construction might be annoying, but there are efficient detours for students to follow.

Road work is necessary to keep roads and bridges safe. There are many areas in Lee’s Summit that are under construction.

Most road construction ends in November, and starts back up again in the spring.

Road projects improve capacity, increase safety, and support additional growth in the community.

“Most of the major road construction going on right now is under the direction of MoDOT, not the city,” city traffic engineer Michael Park said.

MoDOT owns, constructs, improves, and maintains the

state highway and interstate system in Lee’s Summit, but sometimes the city and MoDOT partner on projects that impact the highway or interstate system.

“MoDOT is improving M-291 north of US 50 highway with some maintenance, signal installation at Deerbrook, and traffic signal coordination enhancements,” Park said.

The interchange at Blackwell also intends to support additional economic activity upon adjacent land joined into the city.

“This interchange at Blackwell has been long-planned for over 40 years and should be completely done within the nextmonth,”

Park said.

The interchange is designed with several roundabouts.

with a roundabout at Jefferson street and Blue parkway intersection.

“The MoDOT bridge work is necessary due to the age and condition of existing bridges,” Park said.

“This interchange has The bridges been long-planned needed significant for over 40 years and work to should be completely remain safe in the long run. done within the next “The Ward month,” Park said. road project will result in an additional two lanes of traffic, a divided 4-lane parkway,” Park said.

“The interchange The additional lanes at US 50 and M-291 are needed to support south junction will nearby growth. replace the existing “There is a short interchange with more detour in place for the capacity and safer Ward road project, that intersections,” Park detour uses Innovation said. parkway,” Park said.

The interchange All of the MoDOT will have a diverging bridge maintenance diamond configuration can be done without

detour of traffic.

Detours take more time to drive than original routes.

Students should follow assigned detours.

“The maintenance projects should ensure the roads and highways remain available for use many more years to come,” Park said.

Plenty of road constructions areas do not need detours to be worked on, but there are specific detours students should follow if they need to. Road construction is needed to make sure roads, bridges, and highways remain safe.

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Ladies Learn Leadership

Girls learn leadership and organization skills through ROTC

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round the country girls are presented with the opportunity to be in Reserve Officers Training Corps [ROTC] and train along with the boys. The force used to be seen as a man’s world, but since 2011 girls have made up 14.5 percent of the force. ROTC gives girls an opportunity to grow not only leadership skills but to also grow as a person.

“There is not a different expectation.

Women may sometimes put themselves in a position to meet a higher expectation that may not may be,” sergeant Todd Holbert

said. potential, but you “In the corps, no one Military expectations can see when a lady talks negatively about and standards are is pushing herself,” females. The only ones written out, plain and Holbert said. who talk negatively simple. Even though Even with having are civilians who have girls can compete a physical difference, something against the better in the classroom everyone is corps,” junior Lindey than boys can, they Brooks said. also physically Even males face some agree that working challenges. alongside “Some ladies, poses “There is not a different expectation. no negativity. of the Women may sometimes put activities Females going that we themselves in a position to meet a into the force can do are even have higher higher expectation that may not may rankings than physically be“ demanding, males sometimes, woman which is respected. naturally seem “Girls have an to put more effort advantage because into it than the guys held there are less of them sometimes. You can to the same standards. so they are more see sometimes when No one is treated noticeable. Opposed the guys are not differently based on to all the males, reaching their full their gender. especially since it

is a male dominant course,” senior Thomas Reinhardt said.

ROTC is a great opportunity for girls searching for a self esteem boost. ROTC can also give qualities like leadership and organization skills. Any gender can be involved and no one will be discriminated against.

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Students call for increased school security

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Summit as a safe environment with a stellar school district and they are not wrong. Lee’s Summit placed fifth on USA Today’s list of the top 50 best cities to live in for

need to be taken to into account when determining the overall well being of students.

Neighboring districts require all high school students to wear their school ID

money. They would have to not only purchase metal detectors for each high school and pay for their upkeep, but also employ someone to oversee them. They could use the they are saving from making all the start times earlier by five minutes.

Additional cameras should be installed at each entrance A downside for students is that, with the addition of metal detectors and surveillance cameras, we lose the open campus 2016 to feel and the based on ensure privilege of walking its socioeconomic that they are from class to class status, school supposed to be in outside, but I think district, and sense of the building, some we would all be community. of them must even willing to give that Although Lee’s swipe them to enter up if it means we Summit has proven the school. will not be shot at to be an outstanding Implementing school. place of residence, higher security that should not lull measures would us into a false sense cost the district of security. Horrific events, such as the one that took place earlier this month,

34/36 staff 33/37 Hi.Life members staff members agree

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y now, everyone has heard about the student at North that took her own life.

There have been many speculations surrounding this, one of which being the question of how that student was able to bring a weapon of that degree into the school without anyone noticing.

According to The Trace, no less than 269 kids were caught with a gun at school in 2016. That just accounts for the times kids were caught; statistically, one in every four males bring a weapon to school on a monthly basis.

Other schools, that some Lee’s Summit students might term as ‘ghetto,’ have preventative measures, such as metal detectors, to attempt to decrease these startling statistics.

Community members tend to view Lee’s

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thoughts An editorial column by opinions editor Audrey Badgerow

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e wake up to the piercing, shrill sound of our alarms. We do everything we need to be ready for the new day. We devour the most important meal of the day and unenthusiastically dawdle to our cars. We deal with the congested school parking lot which prompts to us rushing to our class so as to not get a dreaded tardy. We feel a surreal sense of relief wash over us as we hurry to our seats and then, we stand?

It seems so mechanical; we listen to the speaker mumble out the pledge and in response, we mutter this back in solidarity and we get on with our day.

Since we were barely able to read, let alone understand the concept of nationalism, it seems that the government has instilled this overt

sense of patriotism among American children.

If we do not get a choice as to where we are born, it seems sort of foolish to idolize it. Do not get me wrong, I love certain aspects of America, but the current climate and discriminatory actions are things that I just cannot get behind.

A double-standard and common misconception that has emerged from the depths of ignorance is that if you do not support this country every step of the way, you are disgracing and dishonoring the very ground that we walk on.

Like any country, America has its flaws. And what do we do when we have a problem with something? We protest.

The first amendment gives us the right to peaceably assemble and protest, but since when has something

like remaining seated or kneeling for a pledge or an anthem become something so horrid and difficult to grasp?

It is commonly known that we are supposed to respect the flag, but how far does this respect really go?

It has become apparent to me that some are picking and choosing when and where is an appropriate time to respect this flag that they aggressively admire. When we see someone wearing a swimsuit with the American flag on it, which seems disrespectful in theory, no one gives it a second thought.

However, when someone has the audacity to sit for the pledge in protest and in support of an issue that

has yet to be resolved, suddenly, everyone has a problem with it.

America was established on values including liberty, freedom, justice, equality, and independence. It was built on things that I do not applaud it for, but I do praise it for the values that it held so dear when established. What I do not commend it for is the fact that we have grown accustomed to giving certain groups their birthgiven rights only when convenient.

Written by: Audrey Badgerow Photographed by:Makayla Holmberg Designed by: Johanna Holmberg

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25 As October comes to a close, is the window for teenagers to trick-or-treat closing as well?

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he sun sets, the winds gust, the leaves soar, and the ghouls and goblins cackle.

They run door to door looking for some sweet surprise. The little gremlins laugh and cheer as they reach into their bag to show off their prizes. The children run to their parents to ask to keep going, but the sun is setting and the night is setting in. Suddenly, a mother hears the familiar ding-dong, a common noise for the night. When she opens the door with a bowl full of candy however, she is greeted by a group of teenagers with cheap masks and revealing outfits. The appropriate age for trick or treating has been debated for many years.

Every year, on October 31st, families all over the country goes trick or treating.

It is more common for smaller children to go, but it is not completely unheard of for teenagers dress up and go door to door.

“I normally form a group of people and we go around and cause trouble,” Freshman Ashe Thomas said.

For every Halloween, Thomas has gone out trick or treating with a

group of his friends.

It is possible that people begin to feel to old when they lose interest in their costumes. When claimed how much interest he puts into his costume, Thomas claimed he just puts on dark clothes and a mask.

“I’d say I’m getting to the point where I’m too old, but it’s still fun just to get out. Just a day where we’re out and do whatever,” Thomas said.

Ashe turns 15 this year and says he will eventually stop, but this is not that year.

Most people stop trick or treating around the age of 12 or 13.

“I stopped when I was twelve because I was getting too old for it,” sophomore Joy Langum said.

Now Joy dresses up for Halloween parties instead of going door to door for candy.

At these Halloween parties, there are always teenagers who are dressed up. The problem is not dressing up, but the flare for the candy fades away as people get older.

Teens can still go trick or treating, but the choice is theirs and they choose to party.

Written by: Blake Lemon

Photographed by: Makayla Holmberg Designed by: Audrey Badgerow

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LEANING,LEARNING

An inside look at teachers and their ability to share beliefs.

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n inside look on teachers and their ability to share beliefs.

There are many items that teachers cannot bring to class.

Weaponry, inappropriate content, political leanings. Surprisingly, one of the more challenging could be their religious beliefs.

“I think that it is important that we aren’t subjective to students towards making them think or feel a certain way,” science teacher Rachel Backes said.

Politics and religion are both very controversial subjects, due to the strong opinions people have towards their own. Teachers are not supposed to share their political or religious beliefs, and they can even be fired for expressing their beliefs to their students.

“I think it is unavoidable for teachers to share their beliefs, and their biases,” history teacher Duane Fleck said.

When a state curriculum has a

teacher teach something like politics or religion, it can be a difficult matter to approach. They must teach the subject, without sharing their own beliefs or opinions, because that could possibly affect

“We must make students feel comfortable in their own beliefs and their own understandings and being accepting overall” a student’s personal beliefs.

“We must make students feel comfortable in their own beliefs and their own understandings and being accepting overall,” Backes said.

Teachers sharing beliefs depends

on the context of the situation and the class they are teaching. If a teacher is teaching a class involving politics, like history, a teacher may use their belief in order to help students understand what is being taught. Under this circumstance, the teacher may speak their belief as long as they are refraining from attempting to convert a student to said belief. With that, if a student decides to ask a teacher for their beliefs, and the teacher is comfortable sharing, then it should be acceptable for them to share.

“I think science and religion can go hand in hand,” Backes said.

Teachers have a hard job of attempting to educate us and having to keep everything they believe out of the classroom can make it even harder.

Written by: Jaedan Miller Cartoon by: Elizabeth Marzalek Designed by: Sierra Terry

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Clayton’s Quarter

A sports column by sports editor Clayton Couch

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here are certain sounds that correlate to football. The sound of shoulder pads popping against each other, whistles blowing, and coaches yelling. I have been blessed to experience these sounds with some of my closest friends.

The class of 2018 has affected me in marvelous ways. I have spent my whole football life practicing, and playing with this year’s seniors.

Now that this regular season is coming to a close I have to face the fact that not only will I have to go through the process of the football season without some of my mentors and friends, but I have to understand that I am that player that underclassmen are looking up to now.

Despite not knowing most of my teammates my freshman year, I was able to meet the some of my closest friends my sophomore year. Although I have friends who play other positions it is mostly my offensive lineman mentors who have made the biggest impact on my life.

Senior Gavin Curless is not only one of my closest friends, but he is one of my mentors as well.

Playing with him as been a huge learning experience for me which I am thankful for. These past two years I have made an abundance of memories with Gavin and I hope after he graduates I can continue his legacy of hard work and dedication.

I will take his spot as starting center next year, so I have to use what Gavin and others have taught throughout my first three years in the program. Taking over the spot is a monumental task, but it is a task I can overcome if I stay true to myself, and trust my coaches and teammates.

My playing days with players like Gavin may be numbered, but the connection that we have

built throughout the years will never be broken. Instead of practicing with them I will be left with the memories that we have made, triggered by the familiar sounds that symbolizes football and friendship.

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Hit it: General Manager Erin McVee runs Char Bar a restaurant where a

customer can do more than just eat. “We wanted something more to offer then just food”, McVee Said

Raising the BAR

Through a Loop: Before of after someone eats at Charbar, they can play a peaceful gome of croquet.

Kansas City restaurant Charbar has a modern and athletic vibe Kansas City is known for its barbecue and sports, but one restaurant has raised the bar when it comes to both.

“The selling point for us is we are not just amusements. A lot of the places that you go for amusements you get cafeteria food as for here you get award winning Kansas City barbecue as well as having a play yard,” Char Bar

general manager Erin McZee said.

Char Bar offers a unique spin on recreational fun from ping pong to croquet. The young restaurant is continually adding a variety of fun sports games.

“We have bocce, cornhole, ping pong, and I just ordered us night bowling so at night we will turn the croquet court into a bowling alley. I also ordered a lot of tabletop games such as giant

checkers that will be ready for next patio season,” McZee said.

McZee just started her career with Char Bar and she encourages young students do the same.

“I just started here 3 months ago… We do hire 16 to 18 year olds for certain positions so hosts, and bussers, but servers we do not start until 18,” McZee said. McZee wants students to know that working

at Char Bar will take a lot of hard work, but not a ton of education.

Restaurants rely heavily on the people who workfor them, so it is not something you can call in sick or decide to stray away from,” McZee said.

McZee has encountered many teens who have decided to call in sick and decide not to show up to work so much so that she has named it one of

the number one problems in hiring teens.

“You see a lot of people get used to the idea of if you are sick you can call in sick, but if you miss school the only person who is lacking is you. However if you call in sick for work everyone is lacking,” McZee said.

It is safe to say that Char Bar has hit the ground running. McZee continues to raise the bar higher and

higher with each new addition to this teen friendly restaurant.

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Students speculated to succeed at state

hese teams have really earned where they are going through hard work and determination.

There are several boys going to state on our swim team, the team has worked very hard at practice and at swim meets.

They work hard in their off season to accomplish their goals and to be good enough for state.

Softball is also going to state and they have had a very good season this year.

Our team has been working very hard this summer and they had an amazing season this year.   Also the boys soccer team is going to state. They have been doing amazing this year. They have had so many hard working players come in this year and dominate, so many of their boys have

been working all summer to get better at what they do best.

The cheerleaders are also going to state. They have had a lot of talent come in this year and have done great. They have had girls really step up and make the team work very hard to be a great cheer team.

The volleyball team also is qualified for state and have a very high chance of winning.   The football team has a chance of going to state as they recently won their first playoff game.

Our sports teams are working hard this year and should be proud of the progress they have made as student athletes.

State Swimmer: (top) Freshman

Huddle Up: (middle) The varsity

Written by: Clayton Couch Photos courtesy of: Ashlyn Cook and Emily Williams Designed by: Johanna Holmberg

The Winning Pose: Varsity softball

Hudson Wilburn thrashes through the water in hopes of a win.

softball team huddles around coach Moore for a pregame peptalk. players gather around their award.

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THE BYRNING SENSATION One hill of a season A surreal feeling washes over him as he jaunts ahead to the finish line. He checks the clock and checks the clock. He feels so many things, but most importantly, the immense support of his peers. “ As I cross the finish line and look up to see the clock, I have an overwhelming feeling of humbleness as I see my family and teammates smiling at how I’m accomplishing my goals,” sophomore Luke Byrne said.

When Byrne rounds the final turn of his cross country race, he knows he has the support of his family and most importantly, his teammates.

Byrne played junior varsity soccer as a freshman, but quit soccer this year in order to join cross country.

“I played soccer

consistently year round but I quit this school year because I enjoy running more and it took up all of my time.

My friends encouraged me to join the cross country team because they believed I could benefit the team,” Byrne said.

Byrne bases his everyday on cross country and his recovery time.

“Cross country takes up most of my time.

I base most of my day around when I’m running and how much time I need to recover.

I spend so much time running because it is relaxing and I’m not too bad at it,” Byrne said.

Byrne’s favorite part about running cross country is the team mentality and competitiveness. He loves bonding with his team and growing as

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runners with them.

Brotherly Bond : Sophomore Luke Byrne enjoys “My favorite thing about running is the the mentality of the sport, but he also loves the team aspect. We all go team aspect. “We all go on five to ten mile runs on five to ten mile runs everyday which allows us to bond,” Byrne said. everyday which allows us to bond and become Helping Hand : First-year-runner Byrne has had an more of a brotherhood,” easy start as the team’s fastest runner; this does not sophomore Byrne said. go to his head. “I always encourage my team to be Byrne is the number better and more competitive,” Byrne said. one runner on the varsity cross country team as a sophomore.

“I run because I have always been good at running and my friends convinced me to start running for the school. It is always nice knowing I am the fastest runner on the team, but I always encourage my team to be better and more competitive,” Byrne said.

As an overwhelming feeling of humbleness washes over him, Byrne is relieved to see his teammates and family cheering him on when he crosses the finish line.

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FLYING FLAGS

A twirl about golden guard

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yah’s flag twirls in perfect unison with the rest of the golden guard team as their performance unfolds. All the practice, and hard work pay off for this moment of beauty, and synchrony. This gives a small taste of the golden guard’s performance.

The practice from this team seems to make a very strong team based on their recent success.

The performance of the team improves more with every practice because they are trying to clean up every small detail.

“Practice is great right now we are just cleaning

on the team before but it up the performance,” just didn’t end up workGolden guard member ing,” Gale said.

Nyah Gale said.

The golden guard The team always team is a family experiis looking for new ence full of acceptance, members. Anyone can friendship, and bonding. audition for the team.

The golden guard team “My favorite part of is actually two separate guard is getting to know teams that hold different people and becoming family with my team and auditions “Auditions are in the doing something I love Fall and Winter and they which is guard,” Gale said. are separate teams,” Twirling flags silently Gale said.

Anyone can be a part flutter to the ground as the performance comes of the golden guard to a close. team. Boys have been Written by: Jordan Wilson on the team before but it did not work out this Photographed by: Jordan Turner season.

“Girls and boys can Designed by: Makenzie Kraxjoin, we have had guys berger & Tyler Williams

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Kansas City Art

Photo Essay by: David Perkins

Companys pay local artist to create murals like Space man outside a local store

Street art can be more then just 2 dimensional Street Art mural found right by a dumpster

Going store to store art catches the eye in downtown Kansas City

Mafia man Al Capone