Lonoke High School
The Paw Pr nt October 2011 Volume 5, Issue 1
Callie Whitfield and Jenifer Rooney
Morgan Kyzer
Queen Alexis Donahue and Kennedy Williams Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Ibbotson
Senior Players Shane Edwards Darin Lovelace Jackeli Bryant Tommy Scott
Photo by Kaitlyn Tate
Photo courtesy of Morgan Kyzer
Taylor
Photo courtesy of Dallas Martin
Gabrielle Charles, Erin Yeargin and Alexis Donahue Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Photo by Kaitlyn Tate
Olivia Brumley
#13 Blake Gooden
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
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2011 - 2012 Staff: Kaitlyn Tate Assistant Editor Brianna Matarazzo Design Editor Sydney Wheat Photo Editor Tyler McGee Kaley Dozier Brittany Sullivan Jackeli Bryant Hunter Spence Lacey Nyhuis Hannah Wolf Daniel Brown
Superhero day for Homecoming Spirit week inspired the 2011-12 newspaper staff to express themselves freely as superheroes of their choice. Photographed staff members: Mekensie Culver, Sydney Wheat, Kaitlyn Tate, Lacey Nyhuis, Brianna Matarazzo, Brittany Sullivan and Hannah Wolf.
Table
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Contents
School News 04 06 07 08
Homecoming Football Cheerleaders New Teachers
Student News 10 Wilson’s Back 10 New Administration 11 Red Ribbon Week
Clubs 12 Club News 13 New School
Sports 06 LHS Football 07 LHS Cheerleader
Features 14 Backpage
Lydia Evans Mekensie Culver
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Homecoming 2011 “It is a great honor to be chosen as queen, it feels great to have the football players behind me the whole way. I’m ecstatic and looking forward to cheering on the boys to a victory.”
LHS Homecoming Queen, Alexis Donahue Escorted by #42 Tommy Scott
Homecoming Maids
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Football Players
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Junior Attendants
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
By: Brianna Matarazzo
Sports News
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Maid of Honor, Mary Kathryn Davis Escorted by #54 Austin Rowton Homecoming is a tradition at LHS. Part of this year’s celebration included two ceremonies, a parade, and spirit week. Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
The Homecoming Court consisted of 10 Senior football players and maids. The afternoon ceremonies were held in the gym, and began at 1:30 p.m. Mrs. Phyllis Elam, the Cheerleaders, their parents, and anyone who was willing to donate his time decorated for the ceremonies. Most years, preparations for the ceremonies begin in the summer. Preparing for the festivities “becomes a daily activity for me and Photo courtesy of Jostens those helping prepare,” said Elam. Attendants The Master and Mistress of Charles Hunte r& Ceremonies were Martenis Kennedy Willi ams Johnson and Reagan Muse.
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tress of Master & Mis Ceremonies Reagan Muse hnson & Martenis Jo
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Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Sophomore Danyelle Hughes #34 Gabriel Martin
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Sophomore Laquitha Butler #58 Brenden Ellington
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Junior Taylor Shaw #17 Shane Edwards
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Junior Gloria Mendoza #3 Jackeli Bryant
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Junior Mary Robin Clay #50 Tyler Grady
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Senior Gabrielle Charles #66 Darin Lovelace
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Senior Talyn Jones #60 Benton Garringer
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Senior Lauren Henderson #78 Justin Carpenter
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LHS FOOTBALL “Fight to the end and finish.” #9 Running Back Junior Eric Williams
“Play every play like it’s your last.” #54 Defensive End Senior Austin Rowton
“Never give up.” #2 Quarter Back Sophomore Devarius Burton
“It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.” #7 Running Back Junior Brent Sims Photo by Kaitlyn Tate
2 Devarius Burton JR 3 Jackeli Bryant SR 4 Essick Shephard JR 5 Kenny Johnson JR 7 Brent Sims JR 8 Dra Offord JR 9 Eric Williams JR 10 Blake Mack SO 11 Ja’Roderick Pitts SO 13 Blake Gooden JR 14 Grant Dewey SO 15 Nicholas Watson SO 17 Shane Edwards SR
QB/DB RB/LB WR/DB RB/DB RB/LB RB/LB RB/DB WR/DB WR/DB RB/LB QB/DB WR/DB WR/DB
20 Cedric Cooney 34 Trevor Ransom 35 Jose Garcia 42 Tommy Scott 44 Kody Smith 45 Dylan Walker 50 Tyler Grady 51 James Lewis 52 Nelson Brown 53 Dallas Martin 54 Austin Rowton 56 Styver Hamric 57 Gabriel Martin
SO SO SO SR SO SO SR SO JR SR SR SO SR
RB/DB RB/LB RB/LB LB RB/DB OL/LB OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/LB OL/DE OL/DE OL/DE
58 Brendon Ellington SR 60 Benton Garringer SR 61 Connor Strain SO 64 Drake Chesney JR 65 Stan Moran SO 66 Darin Lovelace SR 70 Parker Linton SO 73 Austyn Soderling JR 75 Poreah Ronaghi SO 77 Eddieion Walker SO 78 Justin Carpenter SR 80 Elisha Mask JR 88 Daniel McKenzie JR
OL/DL OL/DE OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL WR/DB WR/DL
Head Coach Doug Bost
Assistant Coaches Randy Phillips, Derrick Lowery, Drake Widener
Athletic Trainer Kathy Burl
Photo by Sydney Wheat
Passing: D.Burton 86-138 1033yards 7 touchdowns 4 int 4(2pts) Rushing: E.Williams 99-694 5 touchdowns D.Burton 112-776 7 touchdowns 1 (2Pt) D.Offord 10-70 B. Sims 10-116 1 touchdown K. Bryant 26-100 1 touchdown 1 (2Pt) C. Cooney 2-12 E. Shepard 1-10 B. Gooden 2-2 Punt: B.Gooden 22 Punts 35 yards Avg.
Photo by Hunter Spence
Receiving: B.Mack R. Mckenzie E. Willams B. Sims D.Offord B.Gooden E. Sheapard K.Smith S. Hamric Punt Return: B.Gooden Extra Point: T.Scott
28-392 12-156 13-130 6-30 16-205 5-40 2-34 1-18 3-34
1 touchdown
1 touchdown 1 touchdown 1 (2pts) 7-75 yards 15-19
Kick Return: E.Williams K.Bryant B.Gooden R. Mckenzie D. Offord K. Smith B. Sims E. Shepard
11-266 6-114 1-0 4-0 1-6 1-15 1-30 4-59
1 touchdown
Total: Rushing- 262-1790 6.8 Avg. Passing- 86-138 1033 yards Total: 2823
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LHS CHEERLEADERS “Cheerleading is fun, stressful, and always exciting.” Senior Reagan Muse
“Cheerleading is a lot of hard work, but it all pays off.” Senior Olivia Evans “Cheerleading is fun, I’m glad we all get along.” Junior Jessica Moore Photo by Kaitlyn Tate
The Senior High Cheer Squad gets ready to cheer on the Jackrabbits against the Beebe Badgers.
“Cheerleading is a blast, I love performing and getting the crowd pumped up.” Sophomore Erica Brewer
Squad Members
Erica Brewer Mary Robin Clay Paige Cleveland Mary Kathryn Davis Olivia Evans
Senior Olivia Brumley gets invited to join the National Cheer Association Mascot Staff, along with an NCA award.
Talyn Jones Jessy Lewis Jessica Moore Jaci Harris Haylee Whitehurst
Sponsor- Mrs. Elam Captain- Reagan Muse Co-Captain- Emily Rowton Mascot- Olivia Brumley
Photo by Brianna Matarazzo
Sophomores Erica Brewer and Paige Cleveland, Junior Jaci Harris, and Senior Captain Reagan Muse form a stunt to grab the crowd’s attention .
Photo by Sydney Wheat
The Senior High Cheer Squad linked arms while singing the Alma Mater before the Jackrabbits’ win over the Newport Greyhounds.
By: Hannah Wolf
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School News
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New Faces
New places bring new faces. The five new teachers on campus are Jamie Henley, Tuck Choate, Amanda Platt, Cy Mason, and Stephanie Carroll.
Jamie Henley
Photo by Sydney Wheat
Mrs. Henley taught Keyboarding and Computer Technology Introductions at LMS for six years. She now teaches Computer Business Applications (CBA) at LHS. She graduated from Des Arc High School. In her free time she likes to attend her two daughters’ basketball games and cheerleading events. She also loves home decorating and remodeling. “I teach because I want to prepare students for going to college or technical school and getting a job after high school,” said Henley.
I love literature and I love “watching students succeed and learn new things.” -Mrs. Platt Amanda Platt
Mrs. Platt teaches English 9 and Drama. She graduated from Parkers Chapel High School in El Dorado, Arkansas. She worked as Photo by Sydney Wheat a Pharmacy Technician throughout college and as an after-school Literacy Instructor at eStem Charter Schools. Platt loves reading, going to Razorback football games, fishing, shopping, and spending time with her three year old niece, Brooklyn. “I couldn’t have asked for a better place to start my English teaching career,” said Platt.
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on Campus
Before Mr. Choate became an Algebra 2 teacher, he student taught at Greenbrier Jr. High and Conway High. He graduated from Raleigh Charter High School in Raleigh, North Carolina. He thought he was going to be a chiropractor, but when he took Anatomy and Physiology in college, he changed his major. In his free time, he watches TV with his wife and reads articles on his computer. “I feel like I make a…difference and a lasting impact here,” said Choate.
Tuck Choate Photo Courtesy of Choate
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The new school is great and all the kids are real welcoming. -Mr. Choate
Stephanie Carroll
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Photo Courtesy of Carroll
Cy Mason Photo by Sydney Wheat
Mr. Mason graduated high school from Central Arkansas Christian in North Little Rock and attended Harding University. In his free time he likes to watch movies, read, and attend student ball games. “I teach because I want children to become a better vision of what they were the day before,” said Mason.
Ms. Carroll teaches Algebra 1, Pre-Algebra, and Algebraic Connections. She graduated from Van Buren High School. Carroll likes to spend time outdoors, watch the Razorbacks, and be with friends and family. She plans to stay here to see all of her freshmen graduate. “I teach because I love math and I love helping others,” said Carroll. By Lydia Evans
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Mr. Wilson resumes one of his many duties as principal, staying in contact with LHS’ 600+ students. Mikayla Staat and Mr. Wilson discuss JROTC and life at LHS during lunch.
Wilson’s Back!
Principal Phynaus Wilson is finally here to stay. After several weeks out, he is back and ready to resume his duties as principal. While Wilson was out, several attempts were made to bring him back. T-shirts, posters, and interviews on the local news were all part of the students’ campaign. We are happy to have you back Mr. Wilson! “It is great to be back at Lonoke High School. I missed the students and staff while I was out. I appreciate the thoughts, prayers, and support for me and my family from the students, staff, and community. I look forward to resuming my responsibilities as principal and working with everyone to move forward.” -Phynaus Wilson
New Beginnings
By:Sydney Wheat
Senior boys’ basketball head coach, Vice Principal, sponsor of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), mentor, husband, and father, Dean Campbell said he wants the experience and to “jump in with both feet.” Campbell had no onthe-job training to prepare all of his new duties as Dean Campbell for Dean of Students. “The staff has done a great job educating kids. They have been a help in the transition,” said Campbell. He looks forward to continuing to help students and interact with them at a more personal level. Campbell has been involved with basketball for 32 years, as a player and as a coach. “Basketball is more of an outlet than a stressor,” said Campbell, “Basketball is my first love.” The new school is a “great opportunity for students to experience something they can be proud of, and take pride in what they have here,” said Campbell.
Photo courtesy of Mark Buffalo
“He is my father figure and keeps me focused for basketball and college.” -Tarrale Watson
Photo Courtesy of Campbell
Wife DeAnna & Daughters Riley & Regan
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Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation. The mission is to lead and support the nation’s families and communities in nurturing the full potential of healthy, drug free life. The National Family Partnership estimates that more than 80 million people participate in Red Ribbon events each year. The campaign is a way for communities to take a stand against drugs and show their consequences to all Americans.
What To Wear
The Lonoke community celebrates Red Ribbon Week. The primary and elementary schools encourage students to wear red ribbons, dress up for theme days, and attend the many presentations. The middle school will offer prizes to participating students. LHS celebrates Red Ribbon Week in October by hosting a Drug Free pep rally where the school will unite, play games, have a spirit contest, and hold grade vs. grade competitions. Individual students will talk
Sponsored by Family Career & Community Leaders of America
about how drugs have affected their lives and others around them. “This is a time where students can get a point across to others, express their feeling and reveal how the usage of drugs changes many lives” says senior Torshika Brunson. Students at the high school are encouraged to participate in dress up days and wear red ribbons. Prizes will be awarded for participation. Red Ribbon Week will be held October 24th through October 28th. By:Hannah Wolf
4 Grades, 3 Judges, 2 BE 1 School.....Drug Free!
Monday Reach for the stars! Dress like your favorite celebrity.
Tuesday Don’t get mixed up with drugs! Boys dress up like girls, girls dress up like boys.
Wednesday Block out drugs! Dress up like a Mime
Thursday We can get crazy, but not about drugs! Mardi Gras Day
Photo courtesy
of Talyn Jones
lyn Jones Seniors Ta obbs show H and Xavier ol spirit for o h c s their Nerd Day
Friday Seniors wear purple, Juniors wear white, Sophomores wear red, Freshmen wear blue.
Photo by
Hunter Spence President & V ic e President Torshika Bof FCCLA, ru Alexis Donnson and ahue
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FCA
Game Day
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has hosted multiple events. Fields of Faith was held in the gym where students prayed and gave testimonies. See You at the Pole was a big success with many attendees. Tyler Grady provided music for the event. FCA will be attending the
The Band met and exceeded expectations at the Showcase of Bands by receiving top awards said Band Director Mr. Patrick Matarazzo. The competition was held at War Memorial Stadium in North Little Rock on October 15, 2011. The band competed against 46 bands from around
Volleyball
Arkansas State University at Jonesboro game Saturday October 29th. Powder Puff, Sr. vs. Jr., will be delayed until the spring semester. FCA officers are President Tyler Grady, Vice President Mary Robin Clay, Secretary Erica Reed.
Arkansas. The band received 1st division in three categories: 1st division Drum Major, 1st division Percussion, and 1st division Color Guard (Flag Line and Majorettes). Receiving a 1st division is a major achievement for any band said Matarazzo.
Band
Photo by Hunter Spence
A word from Laura Park, Head Volleyball Coach
I am very proud to announce that our Jr. High Volleyball Team has finished 2nd in Conference. The Sr. Girls Volleyball Team has also competed well this year and beat Clinton at the District Tournament which qualifies them for the State Tournament. This year in volleyball has been
a roller coaster ride. With injury after injury and illness after illness we have really struggled for consistency. This is the 10th year in a row that our Sr. Girls Volleyball Team has qualified for State! Congratulations on this GREAT accomplishment. Not many teams can brag that they have been to State 10 years in a row!
Courtesy of Kaley Dozier
The Science department and the Math department cracked a few eggs. The students in Mr. Brown’s Physics class and Mrs. Prado’s AP Geometry class conducted egg rolls using 9th grade math. Formulas from Physics were used to calculate the speed, velocity, and distance that the
eggs would travel. The Physics class also constructed a car and a grapefruit shooting catapult. AP Chemistry battled the AP Biology class in a trial. The conflict: Is the climate manmade or natural? The trial included witnesses, experts, council, jury and Mr. Brown as the Judge.
Science
Photo by Sydney Wheat
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New Mark on History History was made August 18, 2011 with the first generation of students who will graduate from the new Lonoke High School. Some students found waiting for the new building’s completion frustrating. “Not being able to get in there and see what we would be in the next year was irritating,” said sophomore Angelica Theroux. Staff and students had to overcome inconveniences as the new building was under construction. “The building of the new school was very noisy, but exciting to see it built,” said sophomore Alexis James. Students have mixed emotions about leaving the historic building and moving to the new. “The new building was so much better. It was cleaner. It was easier to move around and so much bigger,” said Theroux. Walking into the building the first time, “I was like, wow. It was just…so different. It just had Lonoke all over it,” said Theroux. Being in a new school brings many opportunities, with “access to technology, more space, better infrastructure, etc. translate into better conditions for teaching and learning,” said Superintendent Dr. John Tackett. This means helping “students and teachers have better access to the kind of environment that promotes teaching and learning for the 21st century.”
The new school is one building which keeps students in a more localized area and is “more convenient than having to walk in the rain, and when it’s cold,” said James. The new school was made to be a showcase. Amenities were included such as automatic lights, new computers, courtyard area, library and much more. “The Bathrooms … are better in a sense that the toilets are automatic… the classrooms are bigger,” said James. The old school will still be missed. “I was in there my freshman year and I can’t show those memories to my kids,” said James. “I miss the history of the old school, but the new school has a better foundation. So we’ll make better memories.” “The idea was conceived several years ago when the state began to require schools to develop tenyear facilities master plans,” said Tackett, “The process started with several meetings and a lot of paper work.” Then after several steps in preparing for the new school, “demolition of the Science Building began February 2010,” said Tackett. On August 15th, 2011, the students and teachers of Lonoke embarked on a new journey, which began at the 9.3 million dollar New Lonoke High School. By:Daniel Brown
Photo by Sydney Wheat
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