The Panther Press
May 17, 2013 Vol. 2, Issue 12
School’s Out— 199 Graduates Take the Stage
Twins Keyed Up Over Softball
by Ashley Ferrell, grade 10
by Tori Himmelspach, Senior
This year’s MHS graduation ceremony will be held Friday, May 24th, 2013 at the Maysville Athletic Complex. A total of 199 students will graduate in the Class of 2013. Preparation for MHS 2013 graduation ceremonies began in March. According to Mr. Wickham, the first thing he needs to do is to create a series of timelines for the important thing such as the senior trip and graduation practice. He noted that practices usually run smoothly. They practice inside and outside. In the case of rain, the ceremony is held inside. The senior cookout will be held on May 22nd after practice. This is an annual tradition and teachers are invited to join the festivities. Mr. Wickham has been coordinating graduation for seven or eight years and for the past five years, it has been held outside.
Nicole and Jordan Keyes, or 'the twins' as they are so often called, have been participating in softball for nearly nine years. Both agree that being around their high school team is what they will miss the most. Yet, they are saddened because as the year comes to an end the team may never come together and be like a family again. Jordan's favorite memory about her softball career is when she was cleated by the Sheridan catcher at home plate. She says “It left an awesome scar on my left leg”. Nicole's favorite memory has been just going down to the field and feeling a rush because she knew it was going to be a tough practice. Jordan and Nicole have the same message for younger girls that wish to play for the Panthers: work to the best of your ability, listen to your coaches (they usually know what’s best) and don’t give up! Both girls have had a great senior year and will be playing in future years, so look out for the Keyes girls!
Spurred by the efforts of Panther Press Editorin-Chief, Nathan Cole, the Staff decided to ask seniors who was most likely to… Most Likely to… become the first female president...Maria Stickrath. become a millionaire...Chance Garvin write a best-selling novel...Markie Dunn. move to a beach... Scott Lowery return to Maysville as a teacher...Chase Myers walk a red carpet...Erin Curry star in a reality show...Alexis Bennett be in a fashion magazine... Lyndsie Driggs and Nathan Cole (tie)
Start Spreadin’ the News
work in the movie industry... Sam Grubbs
by Erin Hastings and Natalie Paugh, 10th grade
On April 23rd, the MHS choir left Maysville high school to go to New York City for four days and three nights. They saw many famous places and popular sights. They even got to ride the subway because their bus broke down. The group went to see two Broadway shows, Matilda and Cinderella. They also took tours of the NBC Studios, Dr. Oz Studio, Saturday Night Live Studio, Wall Street, Central Park, China Town, Little Italy, Grand Central Station, a Cruise around the Statue of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial, Today Show,and Guy Fieri’s restaurant. Senior,Katarina Herda, said this was her 3rd year on the trip. She said it was a great learning experience and allowed students to experience big city life. Kat also shared with us the cost of the trip, $650. Choir director, Mrs. Fleegle, was interviewed after the trip. She said it went great and everyone had a good time with no major prob-
Senior Superlatives
Cutest Couple...Kody Pletcher and Ashley Reed Autographs...
Choir students in New York’s Central Park
The entire Panther Press Staff would like to wish the MHS Class of 2013 the very best in their future endeavors. You will be missed! Please use the space below for special messages from your friends and teachers. Good Luck Seniors!
Singing Farewell: an homage to the music department seniors Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence by Haven Labaki, 11th grade On April 16th, 2013 at the Zane State/Ohio University Zanesville Campus Center there was a seminar with the topic was ‘Drug and Alcohol Facilitated Sexual Assault and Young Adults’. Mary Labaki (my mother) was part of the event committee. Around 30 people attended the seminar.
Archers Honored by State
by Markie Dunn, Senior
Staff written
On Wednesday, May 14th, the Maysville High School Concert Band and the Maysville High School Choir preformed for the last time this year. As both groups took the stage they recognized their seniors in some way, since it would be the last time they would ever perform with their groups. Concert Band took the stage first. Patrick Murphy, Maysville Band director, asked the seniors to stand and be recognized. Nineteen young men and women rose from their chairs, including: Kira Brown, Chase Myers, Markie Dunn, Megan Maley, Mashell White, Tyree Thomas, Matt Barber, Caitlin Kimble, Audrey Reynolds, Skyler Hill, Makenzie Dunnington, Paul Reed, Blaine Milam, Scott Clayton, Travis Scott, Joe Rieder, and Erica Fontaine-Hardy. Not in attendance was Taylor Sharrer, a senior band student that attends Mideast Career Center. Comprising over one third of the entire band, one of the largest graduating band classes stood proud and prepared to have their last hurrah, performing for their friends, family, and community.
The Maysville Archery Team was honored on May 15th by the Ohio House of Representatives. H.R. 103 recognized the team’s accomplishments in 2013, including its state championship. Mr. Bunting addressed the House from the Speaker’s position and coach Tom Robison introduced the team to Lawmakers.
In the pamphlet handed out to everyone, there was a lot to be learned. Every 2 minutes, someone in America is sexually assaulted. That’s 30 every hour of the day. Also, 44% of the victims are not adults and 80% are under thirty. And the last thing was a little outrageous; 54% of sexual assaults are not reported. There are a number of reasons why. The Assistant Muskingum County Prosecutor, Ronald Welch, stated that a lot of cases aren’t reported for many reasons including embarrassment, fear that no one will believe them, and possible fear of being assaulted again. He also said that 85% of people who are sexually assaulted know their attacker; another reason that not many of them are reported. He also pointed out that not everyone reacts the same way when they do come to report being sexually assaulted. Some people are crying, some are yelling and angry, some are just indifferent and unreadable. He also touched on how difficult it is to prosecute people in sexual assault cases because there’s only one person’s testimony against another’s. There were only two people there in most cases. The next speaker was S.A.N.E nurse Cynthia Lanning, RN. Most people would inquire, what is a S.A.N.E nurse? S.A.N.E stands for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. What they do is administer rape kits and they can also help report the incident to law enforcement. And an interesting thing about this is that to get a kit done it’s free. The only cost is if you have injuries; which only occur in less than 10% of cases. People who are 18 or older can have kits done anonymously if they want. She also said that a lot of people don’t come in because they were doing illegal activities; underage drinking, smoking marijuana, things such as that. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or involved with domestic violence. Don’t be afraid to call one of the following numbers:
Seniors celebrate their final prom. MHS Archery Team at the Ohio Statehouse Prom Features Endless Fun 10 Fun Things to Do During Summer Break
by Codi Trout, 11th grade
Staff Report
The theme Endless Twilight set the tone for a fabulous, if different, prom experience for MHS students. After weeks of unusually chilly weather, prom goers were greeted with sunshine and temperatures in the ‘70’s.
Panther Press Staffers came up with a list of “fun” things to do during summer break: swimming, skateboarding, sleeping, reading, travelling, band camp, movies, bicycling, fishing, camping. Summer’s here! Have fun and be safe. Important Numbers: Muskingum County Rape Hotline: (800) 6883266. Muskingum County Sheriff’s Department: (740) 455-7134 Zanesville Police Department: (740) 455-0700 Genesis Nurse Hotline: (740) 948-4949 Transitions (Domestic Violence): 454-3213
This year, several changes were made to the prom experience. The evening kicked off with promenade at the high school . This alleviated congestion associated with having promenade at Eagles Sticks. Most students agreed that this worked well. When students arrived at Eagle Sticks, their faces were full of anticipation. After dinner and dessert (ice cream sundaes), the dancing began! This year’s signature dance was the Harlem Shake. Students seemed to have an enjoyable evening and many remarked that it was the best prom ever. .Students through the night enjoyed themselves and many people even gave it praise saying that it was the best prom yet.
The Choir took the stage next. Mrs. Diama Fleegle paid homage to her seniors with the playing of “If you wish upon a star” her favorite Disney tune. Fleegle made the piano sing as Olivia Thompson and Reagan Wasileski sang the lyrics in a beautiful duet. She asked seniors to step off the high risers and be recognized once she called their names. Seniors included: Kyauna Bailey, Jacob Bender, Brandon Bush, Devan Castillo, Cassie Chumney, Erin Curry, Courtney Dale, Dana Dale, Jacob Dalrymple, Mason Deaver, Katie DeLong, Lyndsie Driggs, Britany Finney, Katarina Herda, Austin Knowlden, Ben Lane, Megan Maley, Alex Presley, Nolan Redfern, Ashley Reed, Amy Smith, Cara Snyder, Ali Vines, and Justin Wilson. Mrs. Fleegle expressed her love and appreciation for her seniors at the end of the choir's performance and told them they would be missed. Every group loses something at the end of the year. But hen it comes to choir and band, the loss is not permanent. By being involved with activities like these, the seniors have created bonds that will last a lifetime.
Students Enjoy Private Movie Showing
MHS Students Honored
Movie Review-The Great Gatsby
by Haven Labaki, 11th grade
Staff report
by Ben Lane, Senior Correspondent
Mrs. Warne recently took 50 students to see the movie, The Great Gatsby, which is based on the great American novel of the same name. The students traveled by school bus to Colony Square Cinemas where Mrs. Thien joined the group. Junior CP students read the novel in the fall and several seniors who read it the previous year also joined the group. To add excitement to the day, it was learned that while we were enjoying the movie, a bomb threat was found on school property. Students continued to enjoy the movie while Mrs. Warne monitored the situation.
More than 20 scholarships were awarded to MHS Seniors during the annual Awards Night celebration on May 9th. Among those receiving awards were Skylar Novaria (Modern Office Methods), Justine Murasky (Bucci /Dietz Art Endowment), Nathan Cole and Maria Stickrath (Sidwell Foundation) and Megan Maley (Shelly Company). The Maysville and South Zanesville Alumni Associations also presented scholarships along with the Maysville Education Association and the Class of ’71 (book scholarship).
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby is worthy of every amount of praise it receives. Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby is not. I went into this movie expecting at the very least a faithful and somewhat entertaining adaptation, and that is what I got. Unfortunately, that was the outcome I wanted at the least. Leonardo DiCaprio is on fire as Gatsby, Carey Mulligan is gorgeous as Daisy, Joel Edgerton gives one of his best performances as Tom, Jason Clarke is golden as Wilson, and Tobey Maguire is good as Nick, even though his role is the type anyone could have played well. The script is very faithful to the classic novel, sometimes so faithful that Fitzgerald’s words are literally written on the screen. The problem lies in the direction by Baz Luhrmann. Luhrmann, having previously directed Romeo + Juliet, also starring DiCaprio, goes down his normal route and tries to wow the audience with delicious visuals. This movie looks gorgeous, but it is the beautiful appearance of the film that distracts viewers from the rapid beating heart of the novel. If only Luhrmann would realize that the story of Fitzgerald’s novel is so powerful, he would realize he could make an audience more invested than he does with an overpowering dose of obvious green screen effects. Unfortunately, The Great Gatsby doesn’t live up the second word in its
The Great Gatsby is a novel filled with great themes, of chasing your dreams, and becoming someone you’re not, just to name a few. The characters are very deep, and developed throughout the novel. The movie The Great Gatsby came out in theaters on May, 10th. It was a good movie, even though the left out some important parts of the story. Though, I suppose, that it might have been because that people who hadn’t read the story might not know the meaning of the “important parts”. The music in the movie seemed to be jazzier than it should’ve been. It didn’t remind me of the 1920’s. Other than that I enjoyed the movie, but there are things that I would’ve changed.
Open Letter to the MHS Track and Field Team by Brett Potts, Senior I am writing this letter to the whole MHS track and field team—alumni and current members. I have had a fun time running with all of you over the years. I’ve been on the track team since I was in the 7th grade. I have learned a lot during my years competing for Maysville. Running track can teach you about teamwork, hard work, loyalty, respect and fun. Through many races, I’ve gotten faster and made many new friends. Track is a great experience. If you have the opportunity to participate, I promise it will be fun! It does require hard work and dedication, but the places you go and the people you meet are worth the work! With hard work and dedication, you can even rewrite the record books. I am truly going to miss all of the members of the MHS team. Good luck next year!
In addition to scholarships, Academic Letters were presented to students in each grade and perfect attendance awards were given to those who have not missed any days of school. Senior, Dana Dale, was honored for having not missed a single day of high school! The National Honor Society induction ceremony was held earlier in the day and 15 new members were inducted into the Society. This year’s inductees are: Maria Stickrath, Class of 2013 Darcie Davie, Shawna Lambert and Kaitlin Sands, Class of 2014 Jenna Brooks, Jameson Curry, Luke Engle, Tyler Finley, Sam Law, Mariah Lewellen, Paige Morrow, Brooke Smith and Callie Tatman, Class of 2015 Honorary members inducted this year include Madina Bobokhonova and Kyzy Nadir Nurizat. Both are MHS exchange students from Central Asia. Arena Scheduling Popular with Teachers, Students Staff report Students and teachers got to experience arena scheduling this year for the first time in more than a decade. Arena scheduling allows students to move from department to department, scheduling classes in person. This replaces the typical scheduling activity in which students indicate which classes they want and guidance counselors come up with a schedule based upon what works. Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors participated in scheduling after school the week of May 7th. Students appreciated the opportunity to choose not only classes but which period they will take a certain class. Teachers and students will leave school at the end of May knowing their schedules for the next school year.
Panther Press Staff Editor-in-chief: Nathan Cole Managing Editor: Mack Folger Music and Poetry: Markie Dunn Sports Editor: Victoria Himmelspach Book Editor:
Arena Scheduling Popular with Teachers, Students
Haven Labaki
Staff report
Staff Writers:
Students and teachers got to experience arena scheduling this year for the first time in more than a decade. Arena scheduling allows students to move from department to department, scheduling classes in person. This replaces the typical scheduling activity in which students indicate which classes they want and guidance counselors come up with a schedule based upon what works.
Ashley Ferrell
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors participated in scheduling after school the week of May 7th. Students appreciated the opportunity to choose not only classes but which period they will take a certain class. Teachers and students will leave school at the end of May knowing their schedules for the next school year.
Natalie Paugh
The first day of school for students for the 2013-14 year will be August 221st, 2013.
Sam Grubbs Mikaela Hamilton Erin Hastings Chelsy Leach
Brett Potts Ashley Reed Amy Smith Codi Trout Advisor: Myra Warne