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For Zero Dollars Down Next April, every Rockwood junior will be administered the ACT during regular school hours, on campus and free of charge. However, seniors will be left out of the free testing.

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Rockwood administrators have decided to alleviate some of the expense of standardized testing.

The typically $30- $50 ACT will be provided free next year for all juniors. It will be mandatory and given on April 27, 2011 during the regular school day at each Rockwood high school.

“Sophomores, juniors and seniors have been taking the ACT exams to get ready for college.

The district said that one of our expectations is that we really want all of our students to be prepared by the time they go to college,” Principal John Shaughnessy said.

He continued, “This measuring tool, the ACT, is a test that our school and district use as a bench mark [to measure preparedness].”

Shaughnessy said Rockwood classes are oriented around ACT guidelines.

“We decided that, as a district, if we are doing that in our classes already, we should look at choosing this as a test to measure how everyone is doing by the time they are a junior,” he said.

Both Parkway School District and Rockwood were going to provide the ACT free of charge this year, but Rockwood decided not to.

“Due to the budget constraints we couldn’t go ahead and do it,” Shaughnessy said.

Parkway’s Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools Desi Kirchhofer said, “The main purpose [for providing the ACT] is we want to give every student an opportunity to have a chance to take the ACT. We don’t want any cases where finances get in the way.”

Kirchhofer believes by having students test in their own school it helped a lot of students with transportation issues.

“This was their chance to have it at their home school in their comfortable environment where

that have taken many tests before,” he said.

While Rockwood’s long-term goal for this plan is to raise the overall average of ACT scores, Kirchhofer thinks it will take longer than desired.

“I think initially it will drop the average score because I think the percent of students who weren’t going to take it [originally] might feel as if they weren’t going to do well,” he said. “But over time I do see that there will be an increase in scores.”

Assistant Principal Kirti Mehrotra will be Lafayette’s ACT Building Test Administrator.

“I think this will be a very positive thing,” Mehrotra said. “We will be able to gather data to see where we stand as a school and asses strengths and weaknesses, then use those to guide our learning in the classroom.”

Some sophomores are quite happy with the free ACT. “That’s an amazing idea. It will ensure that every student is able to take the ACT at least once and that cost will not be an issue. I think it will encourage students who were not considering education after high school to think about college,” sophomore Alexa Benson said.

Benson continued, “It will also put the ACT at the forefront of juniors’ minds, and our teachers will be able to help us prepare.”

Sophomore Jake Eisele agreed. “I think that is a great idea. Our tax dollars are going to something useful for once.”

However, some upperclassmen are upset they did not receive this opportunity, but still think it will be successful.

Senior Kayla Swain said, “I think next year’s seniors should be allowed to take it for free also.”

Junior Allex Oelkers agreed and dislikes that next year’s seniors will not receive the same opportunity.

“This isn’t fair,” she said. “All students should have the same chance.”

Though junior Michelle Clay won’t be taking the ACT for free next year, she said, “If [the district] makes students take it, it should be free.”

Proposition to provide athletes with P.E. credits Mia Schenone / Online Student Life Editor

The Missouri legislature gave first-round approval for a bill that could allow school districts to give students who participate in three years of a school sport or marching band, a full Physical Education (P.E.) credit.

If the bill does earn approval, students won’t be obligated to part take in any P.E. class if they participate in athletics or marching band.

Principal John Shaughnessy said he sees the proposition as a good idea because it would free up student schedules and give them a chance get other classes needed to graduate out of the way.

However, Activities Director Steve Berry is not in favor of the bill saying P.E. classes are set up to teach students specific aspects of physical activity.

“I don’t think it’s an even trade, nor does it have the same merit as taking a true physical education class,” Berry said.

The curriculum for a high school P.E. class is set up to teach students the importance of living a

healthy, active life and how to achieve that. This is the goal of the Personal Fitness and Wellness.

The classes also teach students how to be healthy throughout life, while a sport simply focuses on how to be successful in that activity.

For this reason P.E. teacher and softball coach Christine Bodine doesn’t agree with the bill.

“Football players will not be able to play football their entire life to stay physically active and healthy,” Bodine said.

“However, [football players] could learn how to monitor their physical activity and learn a vast array of workouts to keep them healthy through life,” she added.

If the bill does pass, and Rockwood were to implement a change in its requirements, students will still have the option of taking P.E. classes.

Bodine doesn’t think much will change with the typical student you would see in a P.E. class.

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This Year’s Top LHS Sports Moments: In the past year, Lafayette athletes have done the incredible. Relive all of the greatest moments, from State championships to amazing plays.

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justaglance Retirees: Though most will be returning to Lafayette after summer vacation, four staff members are calling 2009-2010 their last and retiring from their positions.

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A Bite of the Big Apple: In order to get a first hand look at the industry, fashion students were able to take a trip to the fashion capital of the world, New York City.

See page 10 LouFest: Though not known for its musical prominence, St. Louis has now taken on a new project that may put the city’s music scene back on the map.

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comingsoon May 14 FACS Fashion Show May 17 Band Concert 7 p.m.

May 14-20 Senior Finals May 20 Seniors’ Last Day May 21 Cap and Gown Distribution Graduation Practice May 24 Graduation Ceremony 7 p.m.

May 24-25 Senior Celebration 10:30 p.m.

May 24 5th Hour Finals May 25 1st & 2nd Hour Finals May 26 3rd & 4th Hour Finals May 27 6th & 7th Hour Finals

Swinging for Success

Under a new bill proposal, sophomore William Dupont would be eligible for P.E. credit if he continues with a varsity sport. (photo by Daniel Clutter)

May 27 Students’ Last Day

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by Santi Diz

Teachers make or break high school Though I am a firm believer that we each have the most influence in determining our own paths, teachers surely take a close second.

The teachers I’ve had during high school, more than my friends or family, have influenced my choices and shaped my mind for better or worse.

I would like to use my final column to acknowledge the teachers, tenured and new, right brained and left brained, good and bad, who have effectively painted the backdrop of my own high school experience.

You know who you are.

At Lafayette, I have also had teachers who told me I should give up.

Shame on you who told me I would not succeed as a writer, asked for my opinion and then told me it was wrong, those who said, “This is all your words are worth.”

Shame on you too busy to pay attention to your own students, who believe a math test should reflect a student’s speed of calculations, rather than their knowledge and understanding of concepts.

And most of all, shame on the closed minded teacher.

Those teachers who turns kids away from expressing themselves,

teaching the universe is black and white, pinning down the thoughts and dreams of their students with numerical scores.

You know who you are.

But to those of you who made it worthwhile to roll out of bed each morning and face another day, to those of you who expanded my mind and my abilities and drowned out the harsh words and negativity of others, my deepest and sincerest thank you.

Thank you to teachers like Mr. Paul Krull, who made not only math understandable, but also living.

The basic algebraic functions he taught me will stay with me as will his Final Exam story, a beautiful and bizarre tale packed with corny phrases and wise lessons that somehow, makes complete sense.

Thank you to teachers like Mrs. Pam Senti, who is not only my teacher but also a dear friend, a role model and a source of endless knowledge and encouragement.

All I can say is from this extraordinary woman I have learned far more than color theory.

Someday, I hope to one day be a Mama Senti myself.

Thank you to teachers like Mrs. Nancy Smith, for driving me to ac-

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complish with my writing, for telling me bluntly how to make improvements.

And thank you for providing a newspaper tribe that has been through too much craziness together to not be defined as a family of sorts.

And thank you also to the many fantabulous teachers I simply don’t have space to list.

To those whose Art History antics make it worthwhile to shuffle in to second hour after senior option.

Who encouraged me to get published, who comforted me in the girls bathroom after a major meltdown on a test, and who agreed that yes, a sofa is a great place from which to take notes.

You all know who you are.

These men and women deserve more than the pittance they are paid

to educate America’s next generation. And students, the most we can do is to show them with our words, actions and letters how much they mean to us.

What teachers do extends further than the classroom.

The essence of the knowledge and life-lessons they pass on will resonate through the lives of their students and all those their students interact with.

Teachers, do not be passive.

You have the most important occupation on the face of the earth; to form the minds of the future.

Do not take this responsibility lightly.

You may be the only source of light for kids who live otherwise in darkness.

You may be the only thing keeping a kid from a bad choice, from dropping out, from giving up on themselves.

Teachers, keep an open mind and open arms, strive to develop the intellect and talent of each student who passes through your doors.

One day, you will claim immortality though your teachings, lessons that will reverberate in shock waves through the world’s population for eternity.

Don’t let stereotypes define your summer Liberation. Freedom. Happiness.

You know what I’m talking about.

Summer Vacation, baby.

It’s finally time to trade in text books for beach novels and magazines, jeans for bathing suits and 8:16 a.m. for noon.

But that doesn’t mean summer is used to throw all responsibility out the window for everyone.

Movies and TV shows about high school make summer seem like a break from the world where all teens sit around drinking lemonade by the pool and working on their tans.

The producers and writers of these programs make sunburn seem like the biggest problem in every teen’s summer.

In reality, summer can be more stressful than the school year.

Because of the current economic climate, more and more teens will spend their summer working, and many of those who won’t be working will spend their summer looking for a job.

Lifeguards will be guarding, gro-

cery baggers will be bagging, babysitters will be sitting and dog walkers will be walking.

Instead of using summer as an escape from school-related responsibilities, these teens will be using summer as an introduction to real world-related responsibilities.

This type of summer vacation is not for everyone, and there is nothing wrong with that.

It’s perfectly okay to reward yourself for a grueling school year with a relaxing summer.

Spending every day by the pool or on the couch might be just what you need to recharge for August.

But assuming that’s how all teens spend their summers is unfair.

In fact, there are not too many people who spend their summers doing one or the other.

Most of us use our time dabbling in a little of both: a little relaxation and a little work.

Relaxation might not be tanning by the pool for everyone; it might be simply reading a book or catching up on sleep.

It’s My Turn

[A Rotating Column] This Month: Courtney McBay

Work might not be making money for everyone; it might be cleaning their rooms or helping out around the house.

Either way, it’s important to realize that what makes summer great.

Summer’s lack of structure is what gives us freedom.

There is room to do what we want.

If someone wants to use their summer to make money, they can.

They don’t have to worry about missing workable hours because of school.

They have all day, every day to put themselves to work.

At the same time, if someone wants to use their summer to catch up on some rest and relaxation, they can.

They don’t have to worry about setting an alarm clock or studying for tests.

They have all day, every day to not do anything.

And for most of us, there is a happy medium.

Because we don’t have to worry about school, we can make whatever choices we want.

We can spend some days working and some days sleeping.

We can make our own schedules.

As summer begins, remember that there are options.

Take advantage of the time off school to do what you want and to make your own choices.

Don’t let assumptions about teen summers define how you spend yours.

Opinion P.E. waiver for athletes, band provides reward, relief for hard work, dedication

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Physical Education (P.E.) is a high school tradition.

Everyone has gone through a P.E. class, at least everyone who wants a diploma.

The P.E. credit is required for graduation, but the way some students complete this credit could change in Missouri.

Bill SP734, which passed firstround approval on April 4, 2010, would let Missouri high schools opt to give one P.E. credit to students in interscholastic sports or marching band for three years.

For some, this new bill poses a question of fairness. But the bill’s opponents should look at it more practically.

The purpose of P.E. is to ensure physical activity in all students.

Student athletes obviously get a fair amount of physical activity through practice and games.

So why should they have to waste class period on a P.E. class?

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STAFF EDITORIAL Student athletes work hard and fulfill the same amount of physical activity, if not more, than a P.E. class would entail.

The bill would also encourage a sense of dedication in some students.

Since an athlete must be in a sport for three years to get the credit, students might be encouraged to stick with their sport.

Each year, the competition to make the team becomes increasingly challenging.

So with every year, students either climb to the upper-level teams or get cut from the sport altogether.

By the time seniors make it to the top of the varsity ladder, the less talented or dedicated players have been effectively weeded out.

But for those who do complete three years of a sport, it’s an accomplishment.

And, the state of Missouri seems to realize those student athletes dedicated and talented enough to withstand three years of a sport deserve a break.

Obviously with this credit change, athletes will still take the same amount of classes but without a P.E. requirement, their schedules will be freed up.

By the time some athletes get to homework and studying for tests, they’re exhausted.

If they have the room to add a study hall to get some homework out of the way, their grades could improve and they would have more time to dedicate to their sport.

Besides, the workouts athletes

complete during their sports are more rigorous than a P.E. classes.

At practice the workouts are designed to strengthen specific areas athletes need to improve upon.

In addition, marching band requires more stamina and hard work than any P.E. class.

Not only must participants play an instrument expertly, but they must also perform in a heavy uniform and endure hours and hours of practice to perfect routines, just like varsity athletes.

This is unlike P.E., which offers a broad range of athletic activities.

And for those who dread P.E. there’s good news: those big, tough, super athletic kids won’t be taking this class. That means the playing field will be leveled.

So if P.E. is nerve-wracking, relax.

The kids who still have to take P.E. will probably not be as challenging competition in a friendly game of P.E. soccer or basketball.

Federal government lacks fiscal responsibility The Rockwood School District has attempted to keep a balanced budget by implementing cuts in various areas.

Unfortunately, as a result, they often face criticism from both students and sometimes staff.

When Rockwood tried to make small cuts to the physical education program in elementary schools, P.E. teachers were up in arms.

When voters approved a bond issue and allowed Rockwood to move forward with more construction at Lafayette, students complained about how “wasteful” the projects were.

Time and time again, as Rockwood tries to spend its money wisely, someone complains about how “wasteful” the district is.

But as a fiscal conservative, viewing government as naturally wasteful, I applaud district leaders on their budget efforts.

Students need to realize how successful the district really is.

For years up until the economic downturn Rockwood turned out budget surpluses.

They have also successfully passed several bonds, allowing them to spend money on improving the schools.

This has drawn some criticism from students in these halls that be-

lieve some new additions were “unnecessary.”

Students do not understand that these past additions are not a matter of government spending too much, but instead it is the incredible rarity of a budget surplus allowing real improvements.

This is something most Americans haven’t seen in a long time.

Compared to other districts, Rockwood is one the best run districts in the state, maybe even the nation.

While students grumble over the possibility of a few staff members losing their jobs other districts are making incredibly massive cuts.

In Kansas City, the school board is closing down 28 of its 61 schools and eliminating 700 jobs.

In St. Louis City, the district intends to close at least six schools (maybe more) and cut about 500 jobs.

The cuts here pale in comparison to those implemented in others districts.

The federal government should learn a thing or two from Rockwood when it comes to fiscal responsibility.

Tax revenues are down due to the economic slump, and expenditures from Social Security to the war are costing more and more.

It’s My Turn

[A Rotating Column] This Month: Caleb Cavarretta

The most logical thing to do would be to, like Rockwood, other local government institutions, households and businesses, cut spending.

This is not the case, as under the Obama administration spending has increased to new heights.

Instead of being pragmatic and being fiscally responsible, they instead intend to implement their ideology without taking into account the consequences of their actions.

The national debt has already gone up $2 trillion.

Government expenditures are expanding at a rapid pace, and the left has no intention of stopping this trend as it continues to attempt to increase the size of government.

New financial reform proposals are a perfect example of this, as they intend to institute more regulation on the economy, even as going as far as attempting to “limit” the size of banks.

This is not an anti-monopoly policy, but rather an effort to control

the size and success of business.

The current government is trying to expand itself into almost every aspect of our lives, regardless of not only the constitution, but also of the financial cost.

Why is it students will criticize Rockwood over surplus spending, but not the current administration over deficit spending?

This spending will hurt our futures more than any district budget cut could.

It is all about the big picture, and our picture looks very bleak if our government’s spending, debt, and expansion of power continues to spiral out of control.

We could be the first generation of Americans in decades who have a lower standard of living than our parents.

It is about time students don’t just dissent over some minor Rockwood budget cuts.

They must stand up against out of control federal government spending that endangers our aspirations.

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Prom, still a steep price of $55 a ticket, was $15 cheaper than last year. That’s $30 if you count a date; the equivalent of 2 books, 6 ice creams, or 30 songs on iTunes. Now that’s savings.

To sweet, sweet freedom. The seniors are looking down and realizing with joy that the amount of days left in their entire school year have dipped into single digits.

Next year, all juniors will be given an opportunity to take the ACT free of charge, on Rockwood.

This will give every kid a chance to take the test.

New Kotex tampon advertisements are rolling on the floor funny. The ads, which poke fun at the traditional personal hygiene ads will hopefully usher in an age of less awkward and more hilarious tampon commercials.

To 25 cent slushies at Mobile on the Run. Keep up the winning Cardinals! We’re thirsty and we’re cheap!

AP testing is finally over. After coffee fueled nights of studying and wicked drives back and forth to Maryville, we can finally say we’re finished.

gripes to: The senior motto on the graduation announcements is not only corny, but says the word “special” about 13 times. Okay, we get it.

We’re a special bunch.

Experts now seeing young patients with hearing loss as bad as those in their 50s on a regular basis, due to excessive iPod volume.

Turn it down guys.

The digital clock in the new hallway leading from the Welcome Center to the Commons is consistently wrong, reading different numbers on both sides, giving the whole corridor a Twilight-Zone feel.

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What is your favorite summer treat?

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“PowderPuff Girls popsicles.”

Opinions expressed are those of Tranesha the individuals interviewed, and Cooks, 9 not of the Image staff.

“A snow cone at TroMo because they’re the best.”

“Ice cream because it’s a nice cool snack and it’s cheap.”

“Batman popsicles from the ice cream truck.”

Allie Novak, 10

Dimetrus Dorsey, 11

Ben, Westfall, 12

To teachers administering tests and quizzes within the last few days of school. Shame on you, we’re supposed to be gearing up for finals, not cramming in more new information!

The lame celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week. We love you more than a few hand-drawn posters and Thank Yous.

Even if you keep giving us assignments this close to finals.

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May 14, 2010

The fountain drink trend:

Local gas stations prove convenient for more than gas Kara Campbell / Campus Editor

For some students the gas station is just a place to fill up the tank, but for others it’s a social and even fun experience.

And with the warm weather returning people have found local gas stations to offer ice cold refreshing drinks.

Along with two main perks: cheap and convenient.

But that still poses the question of which place to go?

A few factors aid in this decision. Some have found certain gas stations to have a better deal, nicer employees and a better social atmosphere.

Currently two main gas stations, Quick Trip (QT) and Mobile On the Run, have those drink deals.

QT’s special applies to 32 oz. sodas at 59 cents and 32 oz. Freezoni slushies for 79 cents.

Sophomore Sarah Shaffer constantly goes on “QT runs.”

She said shegoes to QT almost every day, and the price adds up.

On average, Shaffer spends about $15, mainly for drinks but sometimes food as well.

The “addiction” started last year.

“My friend’s sister used to take us there all the time to get Rooster Boosters when we couldn’t drive,” she said.

“So once [my friend and I] started driving, it just became a routine to go there,” Shaffer said.

“QT became our second home,” Shaffer said, “It’s just fun to go up there and always see people you know. I see someone I know almost every time I’m there.”

Shaffer has even developed friendships with the employees.

“The people that work there are pretty cool. Most of them know my friends and me by name,” Shaffer said.

Mobil On the Run has also gotten more popular since the St. Louis Cardinals season is in full swing.

They offer 25 cent drinks when the Cardinals score six or more runs.

Junior Justin Grant was introduced to the 25 cent drink deal last year by his friends.

“Ever since then I have always gone up there,” he said.

Grant goes to Mobile On the Run usually once a week and spends $2 or $3 on a drink or slushie.

Grant said, “I usually take my car to get washed, too, because kids are pretty nice there and they do a good job.”

He added, “We [Grant and his friends] used to sit outside on the tables they have and hangout and they never gave us any trouble. Everyone up there seems pretty nice.”

Sophomore Jessica Lohmann is a Cardinals fan obsessed with them scoring six runs.

“I usually go to Mobile On

the Run like four times a day when the Cardinals score six or more runs,” Lohmann said.

Her favorite thing about the 25 cent drinks is creating different flavored slushies.

And to ensure she can make a new creation she has a game day ritual.

“I always wear the same pair of unmatching socks and when the Cardinals win, I jump up and down,” Lohmann said from excitement.

For those who crave soda or slushies daily QT is would be the better deal. However, if these drinks are more of a treat on special occasions, then Mobile On the Run is a better deal.

Some have found personal ties with gas stations such as the employees, convenience and fountain drink deals.

Price vs.

Size 7-Eleven

20 oz. $1.09 32 oz. $1.19 44 oz. $1.09 64 oz. $1.39

On the Run

20 oz. 88 cents or 25 cents when the St. Louis Cardinals score six or more runs.

32 oz. 99 cents 44 oz. $1.09 52 oz. $1.19

Phillips 66

20 oz. 79 cents 32 oz. 89 cents 44 oz. 99 cents

QT

22 oz. 89 cents 32 oz. 59 cents 44 oz. $1.09 52 oz. $1.19 *prices shown are before tax and apply to fountain drinks

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Rockwood says goodbye:

Larson retires from superintendent position Max Thoman / News Editor

In his seventh year as Rockwood Superintendent and his 38th year in education, Craig Larson’s career is coming to a close.

He announced his retirement on Superintendent March 3, 2009 in a letter to in Craig Larson which he discussed his reasoning for retirement and explained his personal feelings about his job and the district.

“Events and milestones in life often are the basis for reflection and decisions,” Larson said. “I still love my profession and the work we do to help young people.”

Larson said his decision to retire is due to a combination of his age and the length of his career.

“I have been fortunate to have the benefit of good health and family support to pursue my passion for working with teachers and students beyond the typical 30-31 years most educators devote to their careers,” Larson explained.

He continued, “At the same time, the parameters of the Public School Retirement System require that I retire from that system soon.”

Larson said he is proud of the accomplishments achieved by the district.

“As I think about retiring, I am proud of the work we have all done to move Rockwood forward over the past six years and I am confident the district will continue to improve its service to students and the community,” he said.

Larson continued, “My memories from Rockwood will be the positive relationships I have developed with staff, parents and community members. The district is fortunate to have a remarkably talented and engaged staff; you make us an excellent school district.”

He said, “I also feel privileged to have had the opportunity to work with the most capable, most character-filled students of any within my career.”

“They make me feel America’s future, in spite of current problems, is bright,” he added.

As for his timing in the announcement of his retirement, Larson said, “I’m 61 years old, my wife is anxious to have less stress in my life, I have two kids in college and so this will give me more time to focus on family.”

Larson also said he is looking toward the future.

He said, “I teach part time at Maryville, which I enjoy a lot and I just look forward to the opportunity to continue making a positive contribution to the community but without logging so many hours and without as much stress.”

Principal John Shaughnessy spoke about Larson and his choice in retirement with only respect and said he influenced Lafayette in a very positive way. “[Larson] been a great visionary for our district. I think he knows how to do things the right way. He has a great relationship with students, staff and the community. He is smart, and it has been a joy to work with him,” Shaughnessy said.

Shaughnessy also wished to thank Larson for his support of Lafayette.

“I believe that he has been very supportive of Lafayette and realized that we are doing some good things here and are doing some things the right way and I think that through his support in letting us continue those things he has been a huge impact here,” he continued.

Shaughnessy said Larson had a large impact on him as well.

“He hired me six years ago and I’ve tried very hard to model my leadership and my learning after what he thought was important, what he valued as characteristics and traits that are important to be an effective administrator and even what he envisioned was important in education,” Shaughnessy

explained.

Shaughnessy continued, “I think he has truly done a great job in supporting our school in all of those avenues and supporting me as an administrator and helping lead the school as well.”

Shaughnessy said he was thankful and grateful to Larson.

“I’m grateful for the trust that he has given me and the positions that I have been awarded here be it the Assistant, Associate or Head Principal,” he said “I feel that he has trusted me and has given me the opportunity to grow and develop into a more effective administrator along my tenure here. So, I am forever grateful for that opportunity,” Shaughnessy continued.

He added, “It’s been an honor and a privilege to be employed in Rockwood and to have him as our leader and he is definitely going to be someone that we miss, but I think that we are all better off having learned from him over these years. I thank him, it has been an amazing experience and wish him luck in the future.”

“I am most proud of the accomplishments of the students,” Larson said.

“We try to reach all students in…all of the varied activities and opportunities that we provide to help every student feel like they are making progress towards something that they are excited about,” Larson said.

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Social Studies teacher Brenda Morehouse

Activities Secretary Nancy Saylor

Guidance Counselor Tonya Shipley

Instructional Technologist Bill Stewart

Four LHS staff members to retire Misha Emanoil / Reporter

The end of this school year marks the retirement of four Lafayette staff members.

Social Studies teacher Brenda Morehouse is one of these four.

Morehouse has taught in Rockwood School District for 25 years, teaching Economics, AP Economics and World History.

Morehouse first came to Lafayette as a student and graduated with the Class of 1972, then attended Stephen’s College and Washington University.

One of the most interesting experiences Morehouse said she has had was about eight years ago when Lafayette had a mouse infestation.

“A mouse would run across the classroom floor and the kids would all scream. I told them it was my pet, so leave it alone,” Morehouse said.

After her teaching career ends, Morehouse plans to enjoy her retirement.

“I am going to be the substitute for Jim Kramer on Mad Money,” Morehouse joked.

Lafayette’s Activities Secretary Nancy Saylor is also retiring at the end of her 19th year at Lafayette.

She has worked as the Math Department Secretary and Sophomore Office Secretary be-

fore becoming the Activities Secretary. “[Working at Lafayette] has been a really great experience,” Saylor said.

Saylor worked in the Activities Office while professional baseball players Ryan Howard and David Freese were students at Lafayette.

She knew them personally through the baseball program.

Saylor plans to travel with her husband, spend time with her five grandchildren and become more involved in her church after she leaves.

This is also the last year for Guidance Counselor Tonya Shipley, who has worked at Lafayette for 29 years. Shipley is currently a counselor and the A+ Program Coordinator.

Previously, Shipley taught language arts and was Lafayette’s publications sponsor. She also spent several years as the Assistant Activities Director.

Shipley was also a key player in several major changes at LHS as she served as the first director of the Academic Pep Assembly and also initiated Eligibility Forms for students in Activities.

Some other memories that stand out for Shipley were some unusual senior pranks over the years. “[The seniors] stole this huge, humongous dinosaur off the roof of [the Sinclair] gas station and put it on the roof of Lafayette High

School,” she said. Another prank involved the seniors putting skunks into the ventilation units.

“For 45 years in my life I have had a first day of school. I will not have that this year and it will be strange,” Shipley said.

Instructional Technologist Bill Stewart, will also be leaving Lafayette this year.

He has been the Instructional Technologist for 18 years, but has worked in Rockwood for a total of 33 years. Stewart attended Southeast Missouri State University, Maryville University and Webster University.

When Stewart started working at Lafayette, it had a much smaller amount of computers and other technology.

“When I first came here, technology in this building consisted of maybe 20 IBM personal computers that were mainly held in the offices,” Stewart said. “It was very primitive.”

After a bond issue passed, the school was able to get a networking system and the technology has improved at Lafayette.

“We are as good as we are now because of the efforts they provided in their various roles,” Principal John Shaughnessy said.

Shaughnessy continued, “Hopefully by being a part of our building and our staff over the years it allowed them to be successful and happy.”

“We haven’t surveyed students to see who would or wouldn’t voluntarily take the class, but from the amount of athletes taking more then the required amount of P.E. classes already, it would not surprise me if they still take P.E. classes,” Bodine said.

Sophomore Marisa Costley is a two-year track veteran and plans to continue with the sport for her last years at LHS. Costley said the proposition is a good idea but she would still want to take a P.E. class. “[Athletes] are already active, and don’t need the extra class, but P.E. gives me a break with all my other classes,” Costley said.

Senior Brian Lewis agreed with Costley that the bill is unnecessary and that he would still take P.E. classes.

“I like the classes because they give me a break and a chance to relax,” Lewis said.

Berry doesn’t believe more students would go out of their way to play a school sport, or participate in marching band in order to eliminate the needed credits to graduate.

“Part of the reason is because we already have so many kids involved in things we couldn’t increase but only decrease by cutting [from teams],” Berry said.

The bill must go through two more rounds of debates and votes before it receives approval to be passed.

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Carney said the best antihistamine is Benadryl. But it has two big drawbacks in that it makes the user drowsy and only lasts 4-6 hours so has to be taken two or three times during the day.

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Students have been sniffling and sneezing since the weather turned warm. This season has been filled with an exceptionally high pollen numbers compared to previous years.

The fine yellow dust can make spring miserable for those suffering from seasonal allergies.

Area pediatrician Dr. Michael Carney treats many Rockwood students.

“In many years spring allergy season starts mid March and goes to the middle of May. This year, what’s interesting is everything bloomed at one time. The most common symptom people have of course is runny, itchy, sort of swollen nasal cavities,” Carney said of typical symptoms.

He continued, “Eyes have been a big problem this spring. Sometimes it’s quite impressive. Folks will come in, and the white of the eye is so swollen they can hardly close their eyelids. And the thing which is probably the most concerning, is that a lot of folks are coming in with respiratory problems. So not just drainage and cough from that but some actual wheezing and actual lung pathology.”

Dr. Sarah Margolis, an allergist and asthma specialist, said when people come to her with symptoms, “we do environmental controls. Which, for pollens would be things like keeping your windows closed so that your indoor time can be as good quality as it can. When you exercise outside, exercise later in the day when the pollen levels should be a little bit lower.”

Margolis continued, “Environmental controls and medications kind of go hand in hand. If those aren’t successful in controlling symptoms, then we’d talk about allergy shots. Typically we will do allergy testing earlier on so we can give the appropriate environmental control.”

She explained why the pollen count was exceptionally high this year, “There’s a bunch of stuff to blame for that.

Because we had a cold winter and a little bit later springtime, we’re having a more compact pollen season. And so if you have the same number of trees pollinating in threemonths, versus over less time, it becomes worse and people get really bad.”

“We saw several days in a week with a pollen count of over 10,000 and usually when it’s over 100 is when we start considering it at a high level. Another thing is, that last year was pretty wet and that seems to increase that spring pollen. Another thing that makes the pollen count higher is a lack of rain. If you have pollen in the air, it rains and the pollen adheres to the water drops and then goes down the storm sewers,” she said.

Sophomore Peter Gigliotti has had to take time off from school because his allergies were so severe. He also couldn’t attend baseball practice for a few days due to his unpleasant allergic reactions.

“They were really bad this year,” he said of his allergy suffering. Normally, Gigliotti receives allergy shots every year.

Freshman Mallory Wesley had a similar reaction to this harsh allergy season. “I’m allergic to a lot of grasses and trees and flowers, so basically outside.” Wesley said.

“They’re usually bad, but they’re really bad this year.” she added.

She doesn’t let that stop her from doing outdoor activities she loves. Wesley is a distance runner on the Lady Lancer track team.

To battle her allergies, Wesley said, “I had allergy shots last year. I take Zyrtec and I have an inhaler. ” But Wesley said these treatments only slightly reduced her symptoms.

Allergies can be very tough to avoid, but precautionary measures can be taken to ward off the unwanted cold-like symptoms.

Margolis said, “The severity of the people I’m seeing this year has really increased. I’m giving out more stronger medications than I would typically in a season.”

Carney has multiple suggestions to prevent and combat symptoms.

Margolis said, “You and I have no control over how high the pollen count is, that’s Mother Nature. One thing we can control is amount of time outside. As awful as it sounds when the weather’s as gorgeous as it is right now, sometimes we tell folks, ‘Hey minimize your time outside.’

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Lafayette provides students with multiple ways to remember their days in high school. There are the normal things such as yearbooks and class rings.

However, starting this year, graduating students and alumni can purchase a brick with their name engraved on it to be placed in the new courtyard.

“The motivation was to utilize the courtyard in a way that honors and celebrates student accomplishments,” College Specialist Beth Brasel said.

“It is also a great fundraiser for our Renaissance program so we can continue the traditions and excellence set forth by that program” she added.

Despite these intentions, this new opportunity has not become popular with this year’s graduating seniors.

“As of now we have not had any seniors purchase a brick.

Only a few have been purchased for alumni. But, we hope that seniors will turn in their order forms soon,” Brasel said.

Senior Wendy Rogers said, “I don’t see many people in the Courtyard so I don’t think many people would see them. It just didn’t seem worth it.”

“Personally, I think it’s a waste of money. I don’t really care for that kind of thing,” senior Michelle Steele agreed.

Principal John Shaughnessy said they are anticipating orders to pick up around graduation.

He said, “[The bricks] are called ‘Leaving Your Legacy’ and is one way students can do just that. Students can have their name forever engraved in the place they went to high school.”

Shaughnessy continued, “I hope it will grow so that we will have to find a new area to put them such as the stadium entrance.”

However, according to some underclassmen, the program does not have a bright future.

Freshman Leah White said, “I probably won’t buy one because it doesn’t seem like it’s very important. Plus, it’s too much money.”

Sophomore Travis Dana agreed. “I don’t think it’s worth it. It is too much money and you don’t really get much for it.”

However, sophomores Brittany Willis and Monica Winckel both said they will purchase a brick as seniors.

“It would be cool to see your name on the brick and have it represent your high school memories,” Winckel said.

Willis agreed. “They are expensive but I think I will still buy one. It’s a really cool idea.”

Brasel said, the bricks are $100 for a 4 x 8 brick with three lines of text or $175 for an 8 x 8 brick also with three lines of text.

Brick House

Principal John Shaughnessy as well as the 2010 girls Swimming and Diving team purchased bricks to commemorate their presence and achievements at Lafayette. Bricks are available for students and alumni to buy for $100-$175. (photo by Alex West)

Students can also have one clip art added to the brick for free to indicate a sport or activity that they were involved in.

“We are also offering a family special for families that have had multiple students come through LHS. If a family buys three bricks, they will get the fourth free,” Brasel said.

A replica baby brick may also

be purchased for an additional $20.”

Students can find more information in the Guidance Office, Room 121.

“There is an order form that students can pick up from my office, and there is also information on the Lafayette home page,” Brasel said.

Brasel believes this is an important purchase for the seniors.

She said, “I think it is a very cool opportunity for current students or alumni to have a brick placed in their honor to celebrate their time at Lafayette.”

Brasel concluded, “Students should think about returning for their five or 10 year reunion, and seeing their brick that is a permanent reminder of their memories of high school.”

Similarity in honor societies causes confusion Caleb Cavarretta / Reporter

While many students were either disappointed or excited by the news of whether they made it into the National Honor Society (NHS), some were given false hope by a fairly unknown organization named The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).

“Each year these things happen right about the same time schools are inducting honor society students into their chapters, but unfortunately they are completely different,” NHS sponsor Ann Gilman said.

NSHSS was founded by Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prize.

As stated on their website, “The mission of The National Society of High School Scholars is to recognize academic excellence and to encourage members to apply their unique talents, vision, and potential for the betterment of themselves and the world.”

The organization claims to provide benefits for its members such as recognizing outstanding academics, holding member events and providing scholarships which range from $250-$5,000, with a majority of them being worth about $1,000.

Possible Changes Coming To Lafayette NHS: The National Honor Society may undergo some changes beginning in the 2010-2011 school year. One of the changes in discussion has been the eligibility of sophomores. “We have started discussions about qualifications for NHS next year, looking at whether or not we want to include sophomores or just concentrate on juniors and seniors,” Principal John Shaugnessy said. He said he does not know when a decision would be made, but that it is on the table. Another proposal has been to move NHS initiation from spring to early fall.

The requirements to join are similar to NHS in that you must be a sophomore, junior or senior, but you only need to pay a $60 fee and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 in order to become a member, The group has run into problems with awareness and establishing its own legitimacy. Simply typing in NSHSS into a Google search bar, “NSHSS scam” will be one of the given options.

Even though the organization has had difficulties, it has tried to make people aware of its authenticity.

In December 2009, the group formed a partnership with Abercrombie and Fitch through a $75,000 commitment.

As the organization struggles to prove its legitimacy, it has caused quite a bit of confusion with students who receive their letters around the same time they have applied for membership in NHS.

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“I personally did not believe it, because I felt like I was being accepted much earlier than I was supposed to be, but my parents took it as I had already made it in [NHS] so they wrote a $60 check to the fake society,” Siebert said.

A few weeks later, Siebert was told to pick up his actual NHS letter at school.

“This time, I really didn’t make it into NHS,” Siebert said.

Fortunately, Siebert’s check was returned “Because we wrote it to NHS and not NSHSS” he explained.

At first, Siebert believed the organization was just swindling students.

“It just so happens that we receive a letter of acceptance from a national society with mysteriously similar initials to NHS, the same exact month we apply for the Na-

tional Honor Society,” Siebert said.

While having this first conclusion, Siebert did look into NSHSS again. “I looked it up myself and confirmed that it really is a legitimate society,” Siebert said.

Siebert said, “I have actually thought about re-applying to NSHSS. I guess it wouldn’t hurt to join now that I know it’s not a scam.”

Siebert also wonders how NSHSS got his name in the first place.

“They [NSHSS] send out letters about this time of year to students that are typically on the Dean’s List or they have some sort of academic registry,” Gilman said.

Gilman continued, “This organization gets those names and then sends an information letter that says ‘you are invited’, and what happens is a lot of families think it is an invitation to NHS at our school.”

The fees for the two organizations also differ greatly. “They do charge a fee that is much higher. Ours [NHS] is $15 and that’s it,” Gilman said.

While NSHSS works to make people aware of its authenticity, it seems students will continue to be confused by their letter’s proximity to NHS acceptance. *NSHSS was contacted by the Image for comment but did not respond.

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May 14, 2010 8 Feature Girls soccer has dedicated number one fan Molly White / Reporter

After a good warm-up and an inspiring pep talk by coach Tim Walters, the varsity girls’ soccer team gets ready to take the field. With family and friends in the bleachers, there is no doubt that the team’s number one fan is right there with them. Paul Heilich’s love and support for the team gives every player the drive to be successful.

Heilich got involved in the soccer program when his two daughters participated in soccer several years ago.

Walters said, “His daughters had a good experience here and so he wanted to continue that. He’s at everything, even though he doesn’t have a kid on the team anymore,” Heilich attempts to come to as many games as he can to show his support for the Lancers.

“He drives to all our games and he’s the first one there.

I bet he’s driven over 20,000 miles, easily, coming to all of our games,” Walters said.

Sophomore Kelsey Clayman enjoys the constant support Heilich gives.

“Knowing that each and every game, easy or hard, near or far, Paul will be there cheering us on gives me the best feeling in the world,” Clayman said.

But Heilich doesn’t just attend the games; he brings some snacks for the players as well.

“I bring drinks and treats for the girls. I used to bring a lot of soda but I’m bringing mostly water now because it’s a lot better for them. I just kind of hit on that combination of strawberry licorice and pretzel rods,” Heilich said.

Junior Kelsey Haberberger, varsity soccer player, loves the after-game snack.

“From soda to pretzels, his treats are a great way to celebrate a well-played game,” she said.

Walters agrees, “[Heilich] has the best pretzels and licorice in town. He’s the main reason I’ve had three or four root canals,” Even though the candy is for post-game, Heilich has a half-time ritual as well.

“Of course I have that tradition of passing out tootsie pops at half time to every Lafayette fan that wants one,” he said.

Diehard Fan

“He drives to all our games and he’s the first one there. I bet he’s driven over 20,000 miles, easily, coming to all of our games,” varstiy soccer coach Tim Walters said (photo courtesy of Paul Heilich)

“He’s always up there in the stands giving candy to parents, opponents, everyone. The fact that he brings goodies for the players and the fans is really cool,” Walters said.

Heilich admits that bringing food to every game is not always easy.

“It’s a little bit of work being the number one fan. Making sure you got all the goodies there for every game. But I just really enjoy doing it because [the players] deserve a little something after every game,” Heilich said.

Clayman said Heilich gets her motivated for the game.

“Paul is definitely one of the people that drive us to leave our heart on the field because I know he will always be there on the bench after the game to give a hug and some treats,” she said.

After Heilich’s last daughter, Marie, graduated from Lafayette in1995, he continued his involvement in the soccer program for a simple reason.

“The people,” Heilich explained. “The girls, the parents, the coaches, everybody. It’s just like a family. When you get this much love back and appreciation, it makes me want to come back every year,” Clayman said, “One of my favorite things about Lafayette soccer is the support you get from the fans, and I can’t think of anyone who makes me feel more honored to be a part of this team than Paul.”

Haberberger agreed. “Paul is a great guy and everyone appreciates all the time he spends coming to our games.”

The feelings between the players and Heilich are mutual, senior captain Chritine Hibler said,“Paul is definitely our most dedicated fan and is there rain or snow. He is as much a part of Lafayette soccer as any of our players.”

“I enjoy it because it’s a lot more than just a soccer game to me,” Heilich said. “It’s fun, it’s exciting and there’s a great tradition of excellence here at Lafayette. Soccer to me is a beautiful game and it is definitely my favorite sport,” Heilich even cheers for Lafayette when they play against one of his own family members.

Walters said, “He would root for us when we played against Fox, which is where his nieces go.”

Heilich said he tells his nieces, “‘I love you, but I was a Lafayette fan long before you guys ever went to Fox. I will root for you, but only if you’re not playing Lafayette.’”

He continued, “I’m [Lafayette’s] number one fan and I’m not turning my back on the team even for one game.”

Heilich’s ultimate goal is to show how much he supports his team.

“Just them knowing that somebody really cares about them and thinks that they’re really special. Making sure they see that somebody’s really behind them,” he said.

Heilich truly enjoys being a part of the program. He said, “It’s a privilege, a real honor. You really feel the love.”

The bond between Heilich and the team is one of love, support and dedication, as the girls truly appreciate his presence.

Clayman said, “If there was one thing I could say to Paul it would be: Lafayette girls all love you for everything you do and your dedication makes us be the best players we can be.”

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Although sometimes overlooked by other big name ice cream places, Sheridan’s offers the same high quality custard with a variety of lattes and frozen drinks.

Sheridan’s is set up much like Ted Drewes with outdoor ordering and eating areas.

A drive-thru also accommodates quick custard hand-offs. Everything at Sheridan’s

Kicking off the snow cone season on May 15, Tropical Moose, “Tro Mo” to the regulars, is a unique place to satisfy your craving for a sweet refreshing summer treat.

Averaging 1,000 snow cones per day during the busiest months of summer, Tro Mo is certainly a summertime tradition in Kirkwood and now also in Webster.

Owners Jack and Pat Williams are committed to serving customers quality snow cones for a reasonable price.

“We think people come to Tro Mo because of the texture of the ice, we like to call it snow, and the flavorings. We also have a good sized one that is still $1.00 and you can get free nerds on top. It is a great treat for the money,” Jack said.

According to Jack, the customer favorite is usually Wedding Cake. Although the screams summer.

Sophomore Dani La Mar and her family make a habit of going to Sheridan’s for a good time and great custard.

“It’s a really cool hangout spot, especially on summer evenings. Everyone there is customer friendly and it’s really quick service,” La Mar said.

Not only does Sheridan’s serve people but also caters to another type of customer.

“My family and I used to bring our dog when we went because [Sheridan’s] have special doggie cone treats,” La Mar said.

La Mar added, “My favorite is Dolly’s Pie in the Sky. It is a chocoholics dream sundae.”

Sheridan’s favorites include Buck-A-Roo with strawberries and bananas and Lemon Lush Concrete with freshly blended lemon bars.

Sheridan’s also serves the Mocha Almond Concrete with crushed almonds and a shot of rich espresso.

The ice cream shop sells custard pies that are available for take home.

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Tropical Moose’s target customers were originally high school students, who put the famous snow cone vendors on the map.

However, more recently families have come in daily for an afternoon cup of snow.

Not only does Tro Mo offer snow cones for students and families, but also shaved ice for dogs, a liver-based snow cone called Canine Cooler.

“Most of our customers are regulars. Tro Mo has become a fun gathering place for people on summer evenings. People will stand in line for an hour to get a $1 shaved ice,” Jack said.

When closing time rolls around at TroMo,“We have to cut off the line in the

evening we even try to make that fun. We give the last person in line a sign that says ‘The Moose Stops Here.’ That person has to give others the bad news that the line is closed. For this effort, they get a free shaved ice,” Jack explained.

Specialty weekly flavors created by staff and customers are another unique aspect to Tropical Moose’s appeal.

Two of their most famous original flavors are the Hawaiian Dream including ice cream on the bottom and another called “The World’s Only Exploding Snow Cone” with pop rocks on top.

Open From 6-9 p.m. on Fridays and noon-9 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, Tro Mo opens their stand in the Kirkwood Farmer’s Market to serve their many loyal customers.

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Mananger Kathy Stonebarger agrees the fat factor is one of the appeals to diet conscious customers.

“Because it is gelato, it’s what makes it the healthier choice. It has less sugar, less cream and one-third the fat of regular ice cream,” Stonebarger explained.

Benito’s not only offers gelato, but a variety of candies and dessert treats. Stonebarger said the customer favorite seems to be the Chocolate Coconut gelato.

Every month a different flavor is featured. This month is a selection of summer flavors that are specifically created to satisfy a fruit craving.

Like many other successful businesses, Benito’s has their fair share of regular customers. “We’ve got our regulars who come all year round,” Stonebarger said.

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A Bite of the Big Apple:

Fashion students visit NYC to get first-hand look at heart of industry Grace Bueckendorf / Reporter

While most classes are still confined to traditional field trips to the Science Center or the Zoo, the Lafayette Fashion Department went on a unprecedented four-day trip to New York City from April 15-18.

All fashion students were welcome, and a combination of 16 students from Fashion I-III classes attended.

Two parents, Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Meghan McGraw and Fashion teacher Erin Sieveking also accompanied the students.

In order to travel to NYC, students had to have completed at least one fashion class, had a good academic standing and no disciplinary problems.

The trip cost over $1,000 per person, so in order to earn enough funds, the students did do some fundraising through Junior Tours, an educational tours travel agency.

Students received a fundraising card from Junior Tours with many scratch off dots.

They then asked family members and friends to pay the amount they scratched off, ranging from 25 cents to $3.

Students could earn up to $150 off the price of the tour.

The FACS Department wanted to provide a trip that students would remember for their entire life.

Sieveking said, “I remember my trip to DC in 5th Grade and I wanted to offer something to students they can remember for a lifetime.”

Since then, Sieveking has always wanted to expose her students to the culture of fashion.

“I had been thinking about it since I started teaching at LHS. We started planning at the beginning of this school year. I took fashion at Euraka High School and we never had the opportunity to do anything like this,” Sieveking said.

The students found out about the trip in September.

Sophomore Mary Savala decided to go to New York because she thought it would be a great opportunity to see what the real world of fashion is actually like.

It gave students some hands on learning that isn’t available in the classroom.

They were able to attend a fashion school and meet experts in the field to get an idea of what type of fashion they wanted to get into.

“We explored career opportunities by visiting Parsons School of Design and meeting with people in the industry,” Sieveking said.

While on the trip, the group visited all parts of the city including Queens, Manhattan, Harlem, Brooklyn and the Bronx.

They toured such sights as Fifth Avenue, Parsons New School of Design, Chinatown and Little Italy.

The group said they didn’t want to miss a single opportunity to expand on what they’d learned in the classroom.

“It really showed me that fashion is something that really interests me. I got to see the different fashion schools that are available. Seeing all the different types of fashion in New York was amazing. Their fashion is totally different than it is here [in St. Louis],” Savala said.

Many students chose to attend because they intend to join the fashion industries later on in their life.

Sophomores Samantha Peterson and Savala want to land careers in the fashion industry as models, designers and critics.

Peterson said, “I knew [the trip] would be a great opportunity. New York is considered to be the fashion capital of the country and fashion is something I’m really interested in pursuing as a career.”

However, for some of the students, the hope of seeing their face on a billboard isn’t very far off.

Sophomores Peterson, Lizzie Guempel, Audrey Novelly and Savala went to American Eagle expecting to go shopping but were very surprised by what came next.

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Fashion students were given the opportunity to visit New York City from April 15-18 in order to experience the ‘fashion’ culture. “I knew the trip would be a great opportunity.

New York is considered to be the fashion capital of the country,” sophomore Samantha Peterson said. (photos courtesy of Erin Sieveking)

Savala said, “My favorite part of the trip was when my friends and I were in Times Square and took a picture in American Eagle and we walked outside and our picture on this huge billboard in the middle of Times Square.”

The trip was considered a success by the attending group. They said it met the goal to broaden the Fashion students’ un-

derstanding of the intricate workings of the fashion industry.

Peterson said, “The women who designed the jewelry at the sample sale also taught us a lot and explained how the industry works. We visited and got an idea of the colleges I could attend in New York for fashion and I learned a lot.”

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In effort to keep local pools safe, students take up summer lifeguarding positions Maddie Johnson / Reporter

For me, it’s just making sure everybody’s safe. When a family comes in, they will leave as a family, and I try to make that happen.”

-Khalfani Mar’Na, 11

It’s a hot summer day and you decide to go to the pool. Ready to swim, you dive into the deep end.

But suddenly, you panic. You underestimated the depth and cannot swim.

Before you have time to yell for help, someone pulls you to the surface and onto dry land.

Lifeguards, always there in the time of urgency, are sometimes overlooked.

Lifeguarding has always been a summer job that is predominantly filled by teenagers.

But it is not just some blow-off position whose only requirements are a good tan and basic lifesaving skills.

The training and effort put into certification are underestimated, as many do not realize how extensive the certification process truly is.

“You have to learn CPR training, back boarding, you have to do a swim test, different types of strokes and rescue techniques,” junior Khalfani Mar’Na said.

For Mar’Na, lifeguarding has become a way of his daily summer life.

“I started junior lifeguarding when I was 12. I grew up around the pool so I’ve been doing it for a while,” he said. “I was certified [as a lifeguard] when I was 16,” he said.

Through the junior lifeguarding program Mar’Na learned the ins and outs of what it takes to be fully qualified for the job.

“A junior lifeguard is like a shadow. You have some of the same duties but you can’t get in the water and save someone by yourself,” he said.

Many other students find themselves in positions of responsibility when it comes to lifeguarding.

Junior Michelle Leone will be entering her third year of lifeguarding this summer.

The past two summers, she was a lifeguard, but this year she has been promoted to manager.

“As a manager you still do all the same things as lifeguarding, like you yell at little kids for diving when it clearly says no diving,” she said.

“But with manager, you’re the model lifeguard. I make the schedule, and if there’s a problem you call the manager. But now, I’m the manager, so if there’s a problem I just have to deal with it,” she continued.

As expected, saving lives comes with the territory of lifeguarding.

Though it can be nerve-wracking, it is important to keep your cool.

“You kind of panic, but you have to stay calm so they don’t panic,” sophomore and two-year life guard Erica Hoeferlin said.

Mar’Na has experience some very serious emergency situations, but because of his many years of experience he was able to act quickly.

“The first time, a girl went off the diving board, and it looked kind of weird. The way she went off [the diving board] was like she was having a seizure,” he explained.

“So I immediately got off my post and went down in the water and got her up to the surface. Another guard was in the water so we got her off to the side and to safety,” he added.

On the contrary, Leone experienced a situation that threatened her

own life while on the job.

When adding chlorine to the baby pool, she inhaled a large amount of fumes from the dry chlorine tablets.

Leone said, “I started coughing and I tried to finish all the stuff I’m supposed to do during adult swim, and then I’d start coughing again, and then I realized, ‘Oh my gosh, I can’t breathe.’”

The paramedics arrived and Leone was taken to the hospital, but she made a quick recovery shortly after the incident.

Though from the outside, it might seem as if a lifeguard’s job description includes sitting out in the sun and yelling at kids for running on the pool deck, there is much more to this job than most realize.

Lifeguarding can be a very rewarding experience. For Mar’Na, it all comes down to one thing.

“For me, it’s just making sure everybody’s safe,” he said. “When a family comes in, they will leave as a family, and I try to make that happen.”

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All sports, all the time

Two athletes see benefits in year-round play Gian Wessel / Sports Editor

Gateway To Field Time

Along with her teammates, sophomore Corrine Murphy participates in a Gateway Field Hockey practice. Murphy plays in the club’s summer and spring leagues and attends a camp instructed by LHS coach Kate O’Connell. Due to a recent rule change, O’Connell is able to coach players officially, which was previously banned by MSHAA guidelines. “This is going to help so much,” Murphy said. (photo courtesy of Christine Jackson)

Most high school coaches will agree on one thing: teams are built during the season, but players are made in the offseason.

With each high school athletic season only lasting an average of three months, there is limited time for players take their game to a new level.

Even when a bench player is able to evolve into a starter, sometimes Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHAA) competition just isn’t enough.

As high school sports grow increasingly competitive, athletes look to gain an advantage whether their sport is in-season or not.

Unlike in-season practice, where the primary focus is on team concepts, camps offer advanced individual coaching that can take a player’s game to new heights.

No one knows this better senior than Ryan Dubberke, who worked his way from Lafayette’s freshman basketball team to a spot as a key varsity reserve. He said his progression was helped by summer camps and conditioning programs.

“I do open gyms and lifting [over the summer] so I’m not sucking air the first week of practice and I’m ready to go,” he said.

Because most athletes at Dubberke’s level take the same approach, summer conditioning alone is no longer way get ahead.

This is especially true at the varsity level, where many players spend the offseason in Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) competi-

tion or traveling with various club teams.

For sophomore Corrine Murphy, yearround play translated into a spot on the varsity field hockey team this season.

Outside of school, Murphy is a member of the Gateway Field Hockey Club during the spring and summer. She also attends Gateway’s summer camp, which is overseen by former Lafayette field hockey coach Kelly Yates and her daughter Kate O’Connell, the team’s current coach.

This kind of dedication and time commitment would seem to put Murphy ahead of her teammates in terms of preparation for the fall. However, it’s now common for teams to attend these camps as a whole.

Each Lancer basketball team, for instance, utilizes Mizzou Camp to implement new offensive strategies and test them against other local teams that also attend.

Compared to individual camps, this gives players the opportunity to familiarize themselves with coaches and teammates.

During tryouts, knowledge of a team’s playing style and coaching preferences can make all the difference.

“Because the Lafayette players are there, it helps to know what they will do on the field,” Murphy said.

Whether it’s a scrappy player fighting for playing time or an established starter learning new variations of an offense, there’s no substitute for working overtime.

“If you want to succeed, you have to like playing the sport. Which means you’ll put in the time and effort to get better,” Murphy said.

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Another chapter closes in LHS sports Lancer MVP: Mike Messer

Primetime Performance

The Lancers got their revenge for last season’s loss in a dramatic victory over the Eureka Wildcats.

Senior Kyle Green rushed for two touchdowns, making the difference in a 14-7 win. Probably the most hyped game of the season, the game brought a huge crowd of Lancers to the Eureka stadium.

Pinney Gets The Call

After managing the Lady Lancers for four years, senior Kelly Pinney was honored during team introductions and took three ceremonial free throws. In the final minute of the game, she took to the court with her teammates.

All year Pinney had managed and encouraged the team. “I’ll really miss that passion, Head Coach Jennifer Porter said, “It motivates the girls to give their best.”

Early Takes Second

Senior Andy Early battled with a wounded knee throughout the wrestling season. Despite the pain, Early continued to work hard and eventually made his way to State. One of only ten to go to the tournament, Early was also one of only two to place. He placed second in his 171-pound weight class, creating an exceptional end to his final season of Lafayette wrestling.

Finishing Touches

In what may be one of the most dramatic moments for Lafayette swimming, senior Shannon McCoy out-touched Glendale High School’s swimmer by only 0.35 seconds in the final relay at State.

That fraction of a second was all it took to push Lafayette three and a half points above Glendale to make them State Champions.

Christine Jackson / Reporter

Many sports teams experienced both triumph and heartbreak in 2009-2010.

Lancers football got its season started off strong with three straight wins, including a victory against rival Eureka.

The Lancers also experienced their first playoff win since 1994, besting the McCluer North Stars 38-22.

However, all good things must come to an end and the Lancers suffered a 41-10 lost to the Hazelwood Central Hawks in the second playoff game.

Lady Lancer volleyball also had a strong season, despite the loss of four players to graduation.

The team went 27-6 and did well in tournament play before losing to St. Joseph’s Academy in Sectionals for the second year in a row.

Lady Lancer softball had a shaky season, ending with a 1414 overall record.

They held strong in Conference play, however, ending in third place with a 6-2 record and even going to the second round of Districts before being bested by the St. Joseph’s Angels 1-4.

“We wish we could have gone farther than the District Championship, we were hoping to be more of a success, but it’s over now and we can’t change that,” senior captain Liz Desloge said after the loss.

Girls tennis also had a good season, but an early loss to Nerinx Hall in Districts quickly ended their run toward State.

Despite the early loss, Head Coach Donna Stauffer was optimistic about the team’s season.

“We always set the bar high and we are extremely satisfied with our dual record of 13 wins and 2 losses,” Stauffer said.

Girls golf had one of its most successful seasons Field hockey’s

season also came to an abrupt end even after earning an 8-3 Conference record and a third place ranking.

The team made it to the Midwest Field Hockey Championships, before falling to the MICDS Rams 1-0 in quarterfinals.

“We probably should have beaten MICDS,” senior Christine Hibler said. “But all in all, we did well.”

The boys and girls cross country squads were plagued with injuries and illness this season but still managed to place third and fourth respectively in the Suburban West Conference.

One of the biggest success of the fall was the girls golf team that went to State as a team for the first time in six years.

They placed sixth and senior Sarah Whitman made the Top 15.

Another success story was boys swimming. After a season in which they only suffered one loss to SLUH, the boys won Conference with a score of 530.5.

Boys soccer posted an 11-6-1 season with all the losses being one-goal games.

While fall ended with the cold weather of winter, basketball, girls swimming and wrestling all started to heat up.

Girls swimming dominated the pool. On top of an undefeated season, they won their 25th straight Conference win and a tenth State Title.

“Who can plan out a State Meet better than this?” Coach Todd Gabel told the Post-Dispatch, “It was amazing.”

Both basketball teams started off roughly, with each team winning only five of their first 10.

The boys team rebounded to end with a Conference record of 7-1. They went all the way to Districts before falling to Parkway South for the second season.

The Lady Lancers also picked

up the pace, ending with a record of 6-2 and went to Districts as well before falling to the Eureka Wildcats 57-58.

Wrestling had an exceptional year, going 17-0 on the season and sending Kyle Black, Chris Cooper, Andy Early, Connor Edlund, Vince Farinella, Ryan Jones, Taylor McKenna, Nick Olejnik, Nate Perry and Ryan Siebert to State.

Early placed second in his 171-pound weight class.

Black placed sixth in the 135pound class, falling short to Francis Howell Central senior Sean Melson by a decision of 5-3.

And, the year is not over yet.

Most spring teams to play through the end of May and early June.

Baseball is currently third in Conference with a solid 6-2 record, just one game behind Parkway South in first.

“We started off shaky, but we turned around and clicked as a team,” senior Patrick Lyons said.

Boys golf will send senior Ian Davis and junior Mitchell Porter to the State Tournament.

Girls lacrosse has dominated in the first half of their season with a 7-1-1 record.

The Lady Lancer track team has placed in at least sixth in regular meets, peaking at second place in the Lafayette Invitational.

The boys track team has also done well with at least one athlete in every event on the Suburban West Honor Roll, except the 200meter dash, 800-meter run and pole vault.

Boys volleyball held a Conference record of 5-2-0 as of May 4, earning them third place behind Oakville and Marquette, each with a record of 6-0-0.

Water polo also held third in Conference with a record of 3-3 as of May 4, just behind Lindbergh and Fort Zumwalt West.

The sports season wraps up in a few weeks.

No team had its success tied to one player like Lafayette basketball.

Senior Mike Messer led his team all way to the District Championship, leading his team with an average of 20.8 points per game.

Though Messer and his teams’ hopes for a District title were cut short by their loss to Parkway South, it cannot be denied that Messer’s leadership helped get his team as far as they got.

Messer was also named FirstTeam All-State and an Academic All-State Athlete by the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association (MBCA) for his excellence, an accomplishment which he was honored for April 18 at the University of Missouri Reynolds Alumni Center.

Rookie of the Year: Kate Barber

Freshman Kate Barber became a dominating force at Lafayette this year, making the varsity squad in both field hockey and soccer.

“I was a little nervous knowing that I would be coming to Lafayette not knowing anyone, but everyone here was so welcoming and friendly,” Barber continued, “I really like being around my friends and teammates, they have been so supportive and helped out a lot.”

Barber started off the year playing varsity field hockey, scoring seven goals and leading the area with 24 assists.

Barber was also named first team All-Conference and All-Metro for field hockey.

“Having the opportunity to play field hockey and soccer at the highest level has made me a better player and is also helping me pursue my dreams of playing in college,” she said.

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Taking it to the next level:

Training facilities offer high level workouts for student athletes looking for improvement, competitive edge Dominic Corvington / Reporter

Offering a variety of developmental and training based programs, sports performance facilities have become ideal locations for elite athletes as they look to hone their abilities and bring their game to the next level.

Among these that are available locally to students are the Velocity and Fitzmaurice Performance facilities.

However, the question remains if working out in these “state of the art” fitness centers is really worth the price and commitment, and in the end do the results really show.

Located in Ellisville, Fitzmaurice Performance was started by Lafayette graduates, and brothers Brian and Shawn Fitzmaurice.

The two decided to begin their program because of early involvement with high school athletics, and the legacy of their father in the training of professional athletes.

The price to begin their programs ranges between $200-$300 a month but individual one-onone instruction is more costly.

“We work with all sports from basketball, football, soccer, every sport. We work all kinds of athletes,” Brian Fitzmaurice said.

They serve students from schools all over the St. Louis area, with many from Parkway and private schools like DeSmet and Chaminade.

Junior Kyle Woodsmall is a member of the varsity football and lacrosse teams, and has utilized their exercises since he was in the 6th grade.

“I like all the machines they had. It helps you get faster and stronger, they made me more coordinated. It helps you keep progressing,” Woodsmall said.

The Velocity facility stationed in the Chesterfield Valley is the franchise’s only St. Louis location.

As part to their traditional

workouts, speed, agility and strength training are the core essentials targeted to help build up athleticism and physicality.

First year Lady Lancer varsity track team member, sophomore Gabbie Rhodes has been attending Velocity for just over two years and credits the program with her improved athletic performance.

“It’s definitely helped me a lot because I wouldn’t be in as much shape and I wouldn’t have enough strength to pull of the level of athletic ability I have now,” Rhodes said.

For other high school students looking into Velocity, the average cost of participating in their program ranges anywhere up to $40 per session, which usually lasts about 90 minutes.

What also seems to catch the eyes of many, however, is the option of team-orientated drills and exercises as an alternative to individual training.

Also, with both of these of facilities, workouts are tailor-made to help athletes become well rounded in the various aspects of their sports.

More importantly, both athletic performance centers utilize safe workout methods and proper technique, which many athletes would not be able to do on their own.

“One of the major things that the program offers is instruction.

It’s always better to do it the right way,” Velocity Athletic Recruiter Dan Lester said.

“Our professional instruction, in depth experience with trained athletes, program design,” Brian Fitzmaurice added.

Sophomore Paige Howard has been a participating member of Velocity for nearly three years where her AAU softball team the Diamond Cats held additional training in part to their practice schedule.

However, when asked about the subject, she responded with mixed emotions and did not be-

Working It Out

As part of his weekly exercises at Velocity, freshman Todd Poynter utilizes a stationary bike for a resistance workout. Poynter has been attending the facility for the past three weeks as he continues the process of rehabilitating the damage brought by a torn ACL in his left leg. (photo by Dominic Corvington)

lieve the extra work was as necessary as it was made out to be.

“It has benefits, but in my mind it’s really not worth all the time and money. You could get the same results by just working out on your own,” Howard said.

In time, the cost and dedication that comes with exercising at these sports performance centers

does continue to climb, but the ending results may prove to be even more valuable.

Athletes who choose to get involved with these types of activities are supervised by professional trainers and coaches that are well experienced in the teaching of healthy fundamentals.

With the help of fitness cen-

ters like Velocity and Fitzmaurice Performance, student athletes will only continue to develop their talents as they progress in their sports careers, and the trainers available emphasize important tips for effective workouts.

“Basically you have to keep it efficient for the time allowed,” Shawn Fitzmaurice said.

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Play the sport, not the gear Today sports comes down to dollar signs, not performance Bottom of the ninth, bases loaded, down by three with two outs, what do you look for to get that clutch hit? Those $120 Nike Shox MVP Baseball Cleats?

I didn’t think so.

In this day and age kids are relying more on products to do the work for them in sports than actually putting in the effort to improve.

All of the big name brands like Nike, Adidas, UnderArmour and Reebok want you to buy their product.

To help sell the product, big name athletes endorse the product or brand, making you think that if you buy this product then you will perform like them, and most people believe them.

Thanks to Michael Jordan, the industry of athletics apparel has never been the same.

Whether it is a shoe, sweatband, gloves, basketball, shirt, sports drink or even a cup, it can be marketed by a successful man or woman playing a sport.

Take Powerade and Gatorade for instance, very tasty drinks. They have moved far from being drank just for hydration.

Their new products, now being released are showing Usain Bolt running 100 meters in under 10 seconds.

Do you really think that by drinking this you can be like Usain Bolt?

The company thinks this can help you in the process, but it seems to go far beyond the new Gatorade Prime series.

It should be a supplement, not the main ingredient.

Kids buying a product now think,

Andrew Martin / Sports Editor

“Oh, it is okay to not practice. I have the new Lebron James Nikes. They will make me jump higher.”

This is not the case. The whole point of playing sports is to get better and train yourself to the best of your ability.

If you bought a product and it made you the best, what would be the point of playing and working to be the best?

That’s what makes competition so great and fun. It separates the men from the boys. The kids who just have athletic ability stand out but then fade because they don’t work as hard in practice to improve.

The athletes who will succeed are going to the gym an hour early to shoot or run that extra mile in conditioning.

These tips pays off in the long run.

Everyone practices to a certain extent but the ones that work harder shine on the brightest of stages.

Coaches don’t care if you have the nice shoes or an expensive, all new titanium

bat. They care about who is willing to sacrifice their body for the good and the soul of the team.

No matter what problems you have with your coaches or teammates when that clock hits 0:00 YOU know you left it all on the court for that hour.

And preparing like that makes you better.

I searched all over the internet, asking “Does more expensive equipment really help athletic performance?”

And, to be honest, I found nothing that suggests it.

But I did, however, find some equipment can help you out in saving energy and boosting stamina.

That is just the tip of the iceberg with making you a better athlete.

The athlete needs to train himself to have even more stamina and having an even better jump shot than before. Relying on the equipment will just get you upset when the coach says, “Maybe next year, son” and after hearing those words the disappointment sets in from being cut from the team.

Trust me, I have heard it. Those words can either sink you to rock bottom or make you realize “Okay, I didn’t have it this year but I have a whole year to get better”.

So do you need better shoes? If your equipment is old as dust, go get new shoes. But that is not what the real player really needs.

What is inside is that matters, and that’s what separates the stars from the busts.

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St. Louis hosts new, eco-friendly music festival Alyssa Knowling / Reporter

St. Louis has not had as large of a music scene compared to Chicago, New York City or Los Angeles for years. It is the city often skipped over by touring bands, but now there is a new project in the making that can hopefully put St. Louis’ music scene back on the map.

Brian Cohen decided to create a new music festival for the St. Louis area called LouFest.

“The idea [for LouFest] was mine but I’ve had lots of help. I moved to St. Louis six years ago and was surprised that the city didn’t have a major music festival with a national focus,” Cohen said.

He continued, “We have lots of great festivals like Twangfest, PLAY:stl festival, the RFT Showcase and others, but their focus is primarily on local and regional bands.”

The other St. Louis music festivals are either focused entirely on one genre of music or they solely showcase local or regional bands as opposed to nationally popular bands.

“What I thought St. Louis needed was a festival with a national focus. So I went to work. I surrounded myself with talented and accomplished people and together we created LouFest,” he said.

Cohen’s work has paid off. This year on Aug. 28-29, LouFest will be held on the central field in Forest Park.

Eighteen bands, both local and national, will be playing. There will be rock, pop, indie, folk and bluegrass music with a two headliner bands each night. Bands will be perform on two stages.

The headlining bands are Built to Spill and Broken Social Scene on Aug. 28. The main bands on Aug. 29 are Jeff Tweedy from Wilco and She & Him, which features actress Zooey Deschanel and musician M. Ward.

“I’m really excited for She & Him. Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward are amazing, and this is their first time to play St. Louis. Jeff Tweedy of Wilco will be great, as well as Broken Social Scene and Titus Andronicus,” Cohen said.

He continued, “But I’m also excited for the smaller acts we landed, like Carolina Chocolate Drops and Stephaniesid. We’ve sprinkled these acts throughout the lineup so come early. You might just stumble upon your next favorite band.”

Each day music at the festival will begin at noon and will go to 10:30 p.m.

On Aug. 29, there will be a gospel set to begin the morning.

Though the music is the main focus of LouFest, there is much more to the festival that makes it unique.

It will have an eco-friendly focus. The organizers are recommending festival-goers carpool or travel ‘greenly’ to the concert.

“It’s crucial to me that LouFest be eco-friendly. These days creating an event that generates a ton of garbage and a mountain of used water bottles just isn’t an option,” Cohen said.

He added, “It’s not that hard to use recyclable and compostable products, like corn-based cups instead of plastic, rather than products that will just end up in the city dump.”

Cohen said, “With a little bit of organizing and help from some of our partners, we can design a big event like this to have a relatively small impact on the environment.”

Refreshments at the festival will also be much different in comparison to general concert food such as hotdogs, pretzels or nachos.

Cohen said, “We want LouFest to be very local and one way we’re accomplishing that is to only have local restaurants in the festival. Our food

court will include the best food St. Louis has to offer.”

He added, “And there will be something for everyone, whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan or love a great BBQ sandwich.”

LouFest does have a national focus, and because of this many are wondering if it will simply copy the format of larger music festivals such as Lollapalooza or Coachella.

“People are saying LouFest feels like a smaller version of these other national festivals. We certainly don’t have the footprint or number of bands as a Coachella or a Lollapalooza, but I think our lineup has the same quality as these larger festivals. That’s why people are so excited,” Cohen said.

There are two main differences between LouFest and the larger festivals.

For one, it is not nearly as expensive. LouFest costs $64 for a two-day pass and $38 for a day pass. Coachella costs $269 for the entire three days. There are no single day passes. A three-day pass for Lollapalooza is $215.

Secondly, the organizers of LouFest are hoping not to overcrowd the event.

“I can’t give the exact number [of tickets to be sold], but I can say we’re committed to not sell so many tickets that it becomes a giant sardine can. That wouldn’t be any fun for anyone,” Cohen said.

“Because the number of tickets is limited, the festival will probably sell out a lot earlier than people expect,” he said.

LouFest is festival that will welcome all ages and will occur under any weather conditions.

For more information, go to loufest.com “I’d like LouFest to put the St. Louis music scene back on the national radar,” Cohen concluded.

May 14 Robin Hood Just Wright Letters to Juliet May 21 Shrek Forever After MacGruber May 27 Sex and the City 2 May 28 Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time June 4 Killers Get Him to the Greek Marmaduke Splice June 11 The A-Team The Karate Kid June 18 Toy Story 3 Jonah Hex June 25 Knight and Day

Album Releases

May 18 Macy Gray- The Sellout LCD SoundsystemThis is Happening June 1 Jack Johnson- To The Sea Hanson- Shout it Out June 8 Christina AguileraBionic Saving Abel- Miss America June 15 Drake- Thank Me Later Sarah McLachlan- The Laws of Illusion

Album Releases June 6 Pointfest @ Verizon June 9 Temper Trap @ The Pageant June 23 Passion Pit @ The Pageant

Theater Events

Now- May 23 Young Frankenstein @ The Fox

Picks of the Month David Adams gives his top entertainment choices for May

Movie

Sex and the City 2 This sequel to the smash hit based on the popular TV show will be released on May 27 to much anticipation. Strap on your Manolos to the girliest event of the summer that guys will secretly love.

Video Game:

Super Mario Galaxy 2 Mario will never go out of style as seen by this May 23 release for the Wii. Travel from galaxy to galaxy in hopes of saving the always in trouble Princess Peach. Fan favorite Yoshi is also playable in this sure to be addicting game.

Concert:

Brad Paisley at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, May 29 is sure to be a party as Brad Paisley kicks off Memorial Day Weekend with his H20 tour. Special guests Darius Rucker and Justin Moore join him on tour. Even non county fans can find something to enjoy with Paisley’s guitar skills.

Album:

The Adventures of Bobby Ray by B.o.B The best hip-hop debut since Kanye West’s The College Dropout, Atlanta native B.o.B’s guitar and piano add a sophisticated edge to the rap scene. A highlight is new single, Airplanes, featuring Paramore’s Hayley Williams.

Book:

Tell All by Chuck Palahniuk Always fresh and shocking, Palahniuk’s latest novel is a send up of today’s celebrity obsessed, Hollywood worshiping culture. At a lean 192 pages, Tell All is a quick summer read.