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Volume 94, Issue 1: October 2009
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Coffeehouse gives needed jolt to students versing with the audience. The type of music performed varied from Alpha Blue’s classic rock to Haley Twenty-nine Carlisle High Hasho’s cultural clash of School students dazzled their audience, as each one took to Japanese pop and Tajia-Kye Ewing’s heartbreaking rendithe stage on the perfect fall night of Thursday Sept. 24th. tion of an acappella ballad. According to ninth grade The MC’s – Allison English teacher, Mrs. Sue Chester, Colleen FitzsimBiondo-Hench, who is also mons, Sam Haney, and Mary one of three Coffeehouse Heisey - took paired turns in sponsors, most performers announcing the upcoming who audition are accepted. performers. She said, “We try to give evMany performers, like senior Nathan Smith, cracked eryone a chance to perform.” Students will have future jokes for the audience before opportunities to display their singing their songs. Smith talents, as there is a schedule said, “I don’t want the audiof three Coffeehouses a year. ence to sit there and be stagUnlike the first Coffeehouse, nant and wonder what I’m going to do next. I’m a fan of the number of performers admitted into the mid-year winging it.” Others, like Tyler Campbell, Coffeehouse decreases in order for each performer to felt more comfortable conbe able to play more than one song. Furthermore, only very talented seniors perform as end-ofthe-night artists at the last Coffeehouse of the year. Hench added, “We call them the headliners.” Another highlight of the evening was Mrs. Tracy Strich and her culinary students, who began working two weeks prior to the big event, in order to serve a spread of tasty treats. Culinary student Photography: Dan Reed senior Christopher Savaggo views the CHS’s Mr. Rowland rocks it out with “The Cellphone Song.” experience as great By Anna Wagner ‘11 News
practice, saying, “I want to learn to make new foods[…] because I want to look for a career as a chef when I’m older.” However, the change in location affected the frequency of food customers. Culinary student junior Tasha Glant said, “I remember when everything was packed and scheduled inside. It’s actually much easier tonight than any other schedule we’ve had. Because it’s outside, people don’t really come inside.” Nevertheless, senior Jake Barkell’s overall opinion of last week’s Coffeehouse was that it served as a good social gathering. Barkell said, “You have a lot of different people that go to it and the performers are pretty good.” The night ended with guest artists Mr. Bruce Rowland’s version of “Fire and Rain,” originally sung by James Taylor. This turned out to be a tribute to Hench and Mr. Grayson Rech, Coffeehouse’s technology manager. Before Rowland’s encore, he looked into the eyes of the students sitting in the audience. His sincere words resounded in the parking lot as he said, “Thank you. There is so much of all of you that we just don’t see as teachers.”
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Spirit week approaching fast ment, which has been a staple of homecoming week for years, will be returning, as well as class colors day. October has arrived and However, the main event homecoming week is apis the annual homecoming proaching quickly. During dance, which according to the week of the 26th, students Fahnestock is the teachers, will don costumes, colors, “favorite part of the week.” and formal It gives them a wear in the chance to, “see name of their students school spirit in a different and fun. environment.” Mr. Matt The dance’s Fahnestock theme this year recently sat is a black tie down with masquerade, Photography: Lauren Murphy Periscope which fits with for a quick This year’s Homecoming theme its name, a Masqueris “Masquerade Affair.” preview of ade Affair. some of this All of the class councils are year’s events. hard at work putting together First, the World Language the various events of Spirit soccer tournament, which week. According to Miss was a massive success last Theresa Dixon, head of the year, is coming back, with senior class council, “No the addition of a new foreign matter how frustrated we get, exchange student team. Also, the gym and dance always the annual dodgeball tournaturn out nicely.” By Sara Reapsome ‘11 and Josh Gerras ‘10 News Staff
What’s Happening? At CHS... October 8th: First Day of Clubs October 12th: School Closed (In Service) October 26th-30th: Spirit week October 30th: Homecoming Game Pep-Rally, and the Homecoming Football Game. October 31st: Homecoming Dance
In Carlisle... October 19th: Halloween Parade October 29th: Trick-or-Treat Night October 31st: Halloween
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By Josh Gerras ‘10 News Editor As flu season rapidly approaches, many concerns have been raised over the H1N1 virus, (also known as swine flu.) But how dangerous is it? According to a recent CNN report an estimated 90,000 Americans will die of the swine flu this year, compared to 40,000 deaths from the seasonal flu per year in the US. What’s scarier still is swine flu is more likely to target people from six months to 24 years old, unlike the classic flu which primarily targets the elderly.
The FDA recently approved a vaccine which will be shipped to multiple schools, clinics, and private doctors
The H1N1 virus is considered a pandemic, affecting countries all over the globe.
across the nation, sometime around the first week of October. Carlisle Area School District has applied to be one of the schools to be given shipments of the vaccine. According to school nurse Mary Franco, “the Department of Health is targeting specific areas first,” such as high risk locations like cities. It is highly recommended that students get the shot, because someone who is immunized not only protects themselves, they are also unable to spread the virus to others; a concept Franco refers to as “herd immunity.” The school has already installed more hand sanitizers
PSSA scores situation improves going up 8.6% from 2008. Writing scores, while dipping in 2008, are also up this On Sept. 2nd, the Pennsylva- year, with nearly double the nia Department of Education percentage of students in the published last year’s Pennadvanced category. sylvania System of School Much of this past years’ Assessment (PSSA) scores, success has been attributed with Carlisle to Study Island, High School’s “Study Island is which is a scores on the subscription a useful way to upswing in program started reading, math, keep in practice” in 2000 that uses and writing. state standards -Mr. Abele to create proThe school’s scores improved grams tailored to greatly from helping students last year, with the percent of excel at the state standardized students above average in testing. Carlisle has used this math jumping from 21.0% to program since the 2007-2008 30.1%, as well as the percent school year. of advanced reading students “Study Island is a useful
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way to keep in practice,” said Principal Rick Abele. Study Island was mandatory for Math last year; it is now mandatory for both Reading and Math. Last year also marked the advent of 4Sight testing and required remediation during club period. This club program is believed to considered voluntary this year; however, Abele indicated that 4Sight testing will continue into the foreseeable future. If the district meets AYP expectations this year, the school will no longer be in the School Improvement status. This accomplishment could lead to more class time and student freedom.
in all of the buildings and is offering a free regular flu shot to all staff members in the district. Student reaction to the swine flu threat has been mixed. Some students are unconcerned and do not plan on getting the vaccine; others like Freshman Danila Aldrich plan on getting it because they “don’t want to get sick.” Franco also noted that swine flu is “no more
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deadly than the flu we see every year; it’s just more prevalent.” This means that the swine flu and the seasonal flu together are going to affect a larger percentage of the population, and could lead to one of the deadliest flu seasons in years.
Photography: Connor Mullane Nurse Franco takes care of a Carlisle student.
News from around the world Water Found on the Moon: Scientists recently found water in pictures of soil samples taken from the moon. It had been speculated that the dark side of the moon contained frozen water, but scientists had no proof until this discovery. This could potentially lead to longer stays on our closest orbiting body, and possibly colonization Turmoil in Honduras: The Central American country of Hondruas erupted in political strife last monday as exiled President Manuel Zalaya snuck back into the country. Zalaya was ousted at gun point three months ago and has since been replaced by Roberto Micheletti. Zelaya supporters have taken to
the streets in protest since his homecoming, but Micheletti has imposed strict control on large group gatherings and freedom of press. Hondruas will hold a Presidential election in 55 days. Obama and the I.O.C.: President Obama has elected to take a break from the health care debate for a quick flight to the International Olympic Committee. Obama is hoping to persuade the Committe to allow his adopted hometown of Chicago to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. Obama will be the first American President to speak to the committee and will be accompined by Olympic athletes and his wife, a native Chicago resident.
Information for this section was provided by CNN and NPR
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Kumin spicing up poetry By Misti Witherow ‘10 Editor-in-chief Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Maxine Kumin spoke at the Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium on Dickinson campus on September 21. “[Maxine] has always been an informal person, who enjoys living with her horses and dogs in New Hampshire,” said Adrienne Su, associate professor and poet-in-residence at Dickinson College. Mr. Fahnestock’s Creative Writing students and Ms. Stewart’s English students listened as Kumin read nearly a dozen of her greatest poems. Included were “The Final Poem,” dedicated to Robert Frost, and “Revolutionist Dream,” in honor of her dear friend and fellow poet Anne Sexton. After several readings about her beloved dogs, Kumin said, “This is another one about dogs, but what can you do? You write what you know; you write what you love!” and continued on to
read “The Apparition” about the ghost of her dog. She also shared the darker side of her work in “Summer Meditation,” emphasizing the line “If only death could be like the movies: getting up afterwards, going out, and asking ‘How was it?’” The eighty four year-old author also recited a poem from heart, only glancing at the paper a couple times for help. “That was written in my formal period. Well, I never really outgrew it,” Kumin said, as the audience chuckled in response. The final poem of the evening was a tribute to the Kennedy family, entitled “The Assassination.” At the end of the hour and a half long reading, she was presented with the 2009 Harold and Ethel L. Stellfox Visiting Scholars and Writers Program award. “It was amazing to hear a renowned poet read her poems,” said senior Tori Thomas. Added senior Emma Barr, “Yes, she was simply lovely!”
Photography: MIsti Witherow Poet Maxine Kumin is presented with the Stellfox award by Dickinson College president Bill Durden.
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Youth campaigns considered ineffective in reducing drug use By Connor Mullane ‘11 News Have you ever seen those flashy advertisements on TV and the internet, decrying the use of illegal drugs or underage drinking? Programs like these seem to be on the rise, and in the words of sophomore Jessica Mullis, “Hardly any kids follow it.” These programs, such as “Above the Influence,” which uses ads to teach anti-drug messages, “The Truth,” which uses funds from tobacco company profits to advertise against smoking, and “U-Turn,” a recently started anti-underage drinking and DUI group, have cost the government billions of dollars. Many other programs exist as well, both federally, state, and privately funded. When asked about the success of their campaign, a “U-Turn” public relations offical commented that they’ve “seen a change in young people’s attitude in their decision not to drink and drive.” However, groups like the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), are opposed to some of the campaigns, saying that they are “propaganda.” A recent investigation by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, titled “Office of National Drug Control Policy Media Campaign: Contractor’s National Evalu-
ation Did Not Find That the Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign Was Effective in Reducing Youth Drug Use” has found that anti-drug campaigns have been largely ineffective and sometimes even counterproductive, actually increasing the amount of drug use in the targeted audience, which is children ages 9-18, as well as their parents. Junior Jackson Jirard said, “I just kinda laugh” whenever the advertisements come on. The consensus of students interviewed seemed to be that these programs are futile and useless. The government investigative report found that from 1998 through 2006, the government allocated $1.5 billion for federally-run anti-drug campaigns, most notably “Above the Influence.” This sum of money was used in what the report said were campaigns that were, “not effective in reducing drug use” and it “…found no significant favorable effects of campaign exposure on marijuana initiation among non-drugusing youth or cessation and declining use among prior marijuana users.” While programs like these continue to proliferate, doubts regarding their success keep emerging, and this recent government report does not bode well for the reputation of anti-drug campaigns.
“Above the Influence” uses ads to target drug use.
Statement of Equality The Carlisle Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion or handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title IX and Section 504. No person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion or handicap be excluded from participation in or be subject to discrimination in any program or activity funded, in whole or in part, by federal funds. Discrimination on the basis of sex or religion is also prohibited in some federal programs. For information regarding civil rights and grievance procedures, or for information regarding services, activities, and facilities that are accesible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact John W. Friend, Title IX Coordinator, Section 504 Coordinator, at 623 West Penn Street, Carlisle, PA 17013-2298. (717) 240-6800.
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What is Apathy? Editorial By Molly Mullane ‘11 Perspectives Editor The aim of this monthly column is to inform and educate high schoolers about political issues. These issues could be local or national, but they will always be accessible and relevant. Apathy is defined as a lack of interest or concern, and it is often used to describe many American’s feelings toward politics. 41% of students at Carlisle High School consider themselves politically apathetic. As people ‘grow-up’ they usually become less apathetic, but that isn’t a blanket excuse for high schoolers to avoid forming political opinions. In a few years, we will be the politicians, the businessmen, the white and blue collar workers, and the citizens who will shape America’s future. If someone told you that in a few years you had the guaranteed potential to go to the Olympics, would you not prepare? The same applies to us and our political futures. If you choose not to break the bonds of apathy, who will be there to shape our country? And more importantly, if you choose not to change and form your own opinions, what right do you have to argue with someone who has? Many who do not take the time to form their own opinions decide to rely on others
Dickinson’s “Tree House” Is a Model of Sustainability
to tell them what to think. Our forefathers fought to gain freedom for their ideas, not for their successors to waste their potentials. Deciding not to be apathetic isn’t a choice that comes with loads of work and toil, and even if you are informed about just a few things, at least you’re not flailing in the dark. All it takes is a few minutes a day to bookmark CNN or Fox.com and check it out, or turn on the evening news and watch the headlines. Then all you need to do is take a moment to think and analyze what you’ve learned.
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By Dan Reed ‘10 Editor-in-Chief Whether it’s just a fad, or perhaps a sign that there is actually true concern for the environment in America, “greenism” has gained center stage in our country in the recent years. This column will be your monthly exposure to issues regarding this surge of consciousness; issues regarding everything from our school’s recycling to national fuel economy mandates. This month’s spotlight is on one of Carlisle’s frontrunners in regards to sustainability. Dickinson’s “Tree House,” formally known as the Center for Sustainable Living, is a Special Interest House, a house in which students with the desire to live “green” can reside. The Tree House accommodates 14 students; sophomore to senior. The prospective “Tree Kids” apply, and their application is considered by the current Tree Kids. Thus, the Tree House is run by its residents. As the formal name implies, the Center for Sustainable Living employs several sustainable practices, from solar power generation to worm composting. The entire house is made up of recycled materials. (The wood varnish is made of insect wings!) They take 3-minute showers, burn corn for heat, and grow their own tomatoes. Students living in the Tree
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Dickinson’s Center for Sustainable living, or the “Tree House,” is located at 529 W. Louther Street in Carlisle.
House constantly monitor their energy usage. “In fact,” said junior Perrin Allen, “our dorm of 14 people uses 40% less energy than the average American family of four!” “In any case,” said Perrin, “the ‘Treekids’ are just normal people. We’re not the ‘treehuggers’ that some
people think we are. We are just trying to show you that it’s easy to live sustainably.” The house is located at 529 W. Louther St. in Carlisle. For more information, check out www.dickinson.edu/ storg/treehouse/. Or, as all 14 “Treekids” said, “just drop by!”
Tips from the Tree House Website •“Bring your own mug or bottle when you refill your coffee or [water].” •“Don’t print something or use paper unless you really need to.” •“Save once-used paper and print on the other side.” •“Walk wherever you’re going. Bike there. Or even take a bus. [The] point is you should drive cars less; gasoline is expensive and bad.” •“Turn off the air conditioning and open a window.”
•“Turn down the heat and put on a sweater. Or a sweatshirt. Your choice.” •“Eat food that was produced locally. That means less gasoline was used to bring it to your mouth.” •“Turn off your computer or put it to sleep more.” •“Take short showers, like 4 or 5 minutes or less. Or just pull your hair back and put on lots of perfume.” •“Turn off the faucet when you’re brushing your teeth or shaving.”
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Stimulus package affects Carlisle in a variety of ways Editorial By John Pope ‘10 Perspectives Last year, the 111th Congress passed landmark legislation that spent more government dollars at one time than any time before. This act was titled the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, but is more commonly known as the stimulus package. The stimulus package includes a wide array of grants, loans, increases in funding for existing programs, tax cuts, and the expansion of unemployment and other welfare programs. That is everything from new school books and road construction to wind farms and digitizing hospital records. In total, more than $787 billion were pumped into the national
and state governments. So how much of it ended up in Carlisle? Solely including projects, grants, and loans the area has received approximately $12,552,391. That is without all the tax cuts or social programs. Here are a few of the highlights: Roads: You cannot go far these days without running into some sort of road construction. We have had resurfacings, new constructions, surveys, and a few major projects. Most of these projects were already on the books; they were just pushed forward by the torrential downpour of money from the stimulus bill. Locally, the largest project is an “interstate resurfacing” for the whole county, totaling close to $6 million.
Education: One of the major goals of the stimulus bill was to keep enough money in education through grants that schools would not suffer from state budget deficits. As a result, our school district has received an extra $2.5 million on top of its annual budget. Construction: Aside from roads, there are a lot of other construction projects going on across the country thanks to stimulus funding. So far Carlisle has not seen many of such projects except for renovations on post at Upton Hall. Upton Hall, a building on post is having the slate roof refurbished. Loans: After last year’s financial meltdown banks had to
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Editors-in-Chief Dan Reed Misti Witherow
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Larry Fares Lauren Murphy Betsy Fenton John Pope Erin Hayes Sara Reapsome Abby Hurley Bekah Slyder Van Koons Anna Wagner Connor Mullane
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Upton Hall, a building on post, is receiving stimulus funds in order to refurbish the slate roof.
become limit their loan programs, out of fear and a lack of investment capital. Small businesses need to buy large amounts of supplies yearly through loans to continue to operate. The Recovery Act created a program to continue giving small businesses loans while the finical sector readjusts. Two local companies, Coyle Lumber & Millwork Inc and Hoffman Materials LLC, have received around $200,000 each in loans for just that purpose. Of course, all of these are just the initial dollar and cents amounts. In our fluid capitalist society
money trickles up, down and sideways. For example, the dollar being paid for road construction is part of the a salary for a construction worker, who spends that dollar at a local business, who then pays taxes to the community. Combine this with the welfare and job placement programs that help the less visible in our society. Will the stimulus be proven by history to work? It is too early to tell, but it sure is moving money around. Note: all facts and figures courtesy of www.recovery.gov and www.recovery.pa.gov.
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Healthcare issues get stuck in the ER again By Josh Gerras ‘10 News Editor Disclaimer: This article is purely a work of fiction, repersenting the author’s opinion.
I was speeding to the Carlisle Regional Medical Center when an NPR pundit began a segment on the dangers of cancer to the uninsured American. I zoomed past the back side of Bonanza Steakhouse as an immigrant from the Czech Republic began her sob story. “When I was 23 my doctor diagnosed me with colon cancer. I had basic coverage in the US but I decided to go back to Prague because they have socialized health care.” And then you realized a former Communist satellite turned quasi-capitalist society that had no idea how to manage health care. I thought to myself while completing the awkward turn into the hospital parking lot. The story continued, “While the treatment wasn’t personal I was bumped to the head of most of the waiting lines because of the severity of my condition, and they gave me incredibly expensive experimental treatments that cured me much faster than I would have been in the US. There is no way I could afford that kind of care here, but the doctors weren’t as pleasant...” Of course they weren’t!
American doctors must master the art of etiquette if they intend to scam you as hard as they do. When else do you buy something without knowing the price before hand? Nordstrom isn’t even that good. I walked into the emergency entrance, making a quick lunge to my left as an EMT crew rushed a man past me. The gurney rolled over my foot and for a moment I considered suing, but thought better of it. The receptionist nurse eyed me with a cold stare from across the room. Seeing no visible wound, she quickly calculated that it was not profitable to keep me there, and proceeded to ask me to leave. “No can do ma’am,” I stared back at her. “I’m here to write a story about health care,” I declared, plopping myself down next to a man with a nail in his foot. “How long have you been here waiting to get that nail out?” I asked, eyeing the nasty festering puncture wound. “A few hours, better than France or England or a socialized state! There’s no bureaucrat between me and my doctor!” “Darn right! Are you insured? ” “Well uh, the car parts factory laid me off, and my former employer messed up some forms, so, then I filed for that Medicaid thing, not that I’m lazy, but, right now, no.”
“That’s a nasty nail, gunna be at least ten grand to get that out, but I’m sure you’ll be okay.” “Ten grand! Wait, are you kidding? Hey I’m talking to-,” but I was already gone, I’d had enough of the gruesome scene and I couldn’t take the sight of the horrible infected future-amputee any longer. Suddenly, from around the corner I saw two uptight, white coat-stethoscope wearing doctors approaching me with looks of malice. “Excuse me sir, what seems to be your problem?” He said to me with a wicked glare, “Finally some service!” I replied, “Doctor I have a terrible pain in my wallet!” “I don’t believe that’s a medical condition. I’m going to have to ask you to leave my hospital. You’re taking up space for potential patients.” I scribbled feverishly in my notebook as a 500 pound bouncer-esque orderly tossed me out the door. Going back down Walnut Bottom, I turned on NPR again. “Despite spending twice as much as any other nation in the world, the US is only ranked 37th in health care quality, below France, below Colombia, and below Morocco.” While driving back home thinking about the men who just threw me out of their hospital, my spine began to ache, and I immediately considered buying a ticket to Prague.
Political Playlist By Molly Mullane ‘11 Perspectives Editor Song: Shuttin’ Detroit Down Singer: John Rich Genre: Country In his first major-label solo album country singer John Rich (of Big & Rich) sings a heart wrenching song “Shuttin’ Detroit Down” about the recession and its effects on the average American. He discusses his anger at the government for bailing out the rich and leaving the working-class out on their own. In a powerful verse he sings: “…in the real world they’re shuttin’ Detroit down, While the boss man takes his bonus paid jets on out of town. DC’s bailing out them bankers as the farmers auction ground. Yeah while they’re living up on Wall Street in that New York City town, Here in the real world they’re shuttin’ Detroit down.”
Song:The Economy is Suffering…Let it Die Singer: Anti-Flag Genre: Punk The punk band Anti-Flag has always been known for its politically-charged songs, and “The Economy is Suffering… Let it Die” is no exception. Similarly to “Shuttin’ Detroit Down,” it focuses on the recent government bailouts and their collective hatred of the double standards for the poor and the rich. Sample Lyrics: “Do you want to live your life a slave? In chains from the cradle to the grave The economy is suffering; let it die I’ve seen a lot of bailouts in my life, But why is it I never see a bailout For the homeless and the poor? And while we’re on the subject, I could use a few bucks For a guitar amp, a new six string and a tank of gas, yeah! Everything that I want, that I want!” Disclaimer Articles designated as “Editorial” represent the views and opinions of the author, not the 20092010 Periscope Staff, CHS administration or the CHS student body.
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Student Opinions: Healthcare in the United States By Van Koons ‘11 Perspectives
Healthcare is a hot topic in the news these days. On Sept. 9th, President Obama gave a speech on his plans for healthcare and the current system’s failures. The President wants to make healthcare available to all citizens, not just to the rich. He wants to make sure that even the young and healthy, who may not think they need healthcare, get at least some amount of coverage. He also wants to make it so that insurance companies cannot refuse anyone coverage because of prior or current health conditions. But what will this cost to the hundreds of millions of taxpayers who will end up paying for other people to have healthcare? On Sept. 12th, tens of thousands of protesters marched on Washington to oppose the Healthcare Reform; to them, the President’s plan is too costly. Many indicated that they don’t want the government to interfere with the healthcare business, as it would defeat the purpose of a free market economy. We interviewed five students to find out their opinions on the President’s reform and what they thought about the government’s current plan.
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Mary Heisey Junior
Connor Kelly Senior
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Andrew Jenson Sophomore
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Tyler Williams Junior
Jessica Pope Freshman
Heisey thinks that she is pretty well informed on healthcare. Heisey has watched the president’s speech twice, but has not seen the entire speech all the way through. In the next 50 years, Heisey hopes that Medicare will still be around, because she will want “good coverage” when she is older. She believes that healthcare should become a non-profit business so that healthcare would become affordable to everyone. Heisey considers herself a moderate-liberal, but can be swayed in either direction.
Kelly believes that he knows some about American healthcare. He watched all of President Obama’s speech. Kelley thinks that healthcare is a big problem in the country, and he believes that it should be affordable and available to everyone. He thinks with the way the economy is right now, funding may be an issue. Kelley considers it a personal problem if people who can afford healthcare don’t purchase it, and they will have to suffer the consequences. Kelley is a moderate-conservative who can understand both sides’ ideas.
Jenson said that he is informed on the healthcare debate. He watched most of President Obama’s speech and is a moderate-conservative on the political spectrum. Jenson thinks that healthcare needs to be reformed, but “not completely re-written for a few million people.” He wonders why the government would change the system for the minority of people without insurance. When asked about the government’s current healthcare bills, Jenson said that they need to inform people better because “people don’t know enough about the healthcare plan.”
Williams considers himself “more than well informed” on healthcare. He watched the President’s speech. Williams feels that healthcare should be public option or socialized. He thinks socializing it is a really good way to keep things cheap for those who can’t afford the healthcare now. He also joked that he wanted “Healing Robot Shamans.” According to Williams, the government is doing a great job exploring new aspects of healthcare and keeping it relevant to the way things are today. Williams believes that he is a communist on the political spectrum.
Pope told Periscope that she isn’t very informed on healthcare, but watched a portion of the President’s speech. Pope would like to see healthcare become more available to everyone. She believes that all children, whether their families are wealthy or not, should be completely covered. Pope doesn’t think the government “has much direction or unity.” She considers the government to be too split on current issues, like healthcare. On the political spectrum, Pope is pretty moderate. She is “pretty open to everyone’s ideas,” and she likes to hear both sides.
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Affordable local autumn fashions
Explore fall with Starbucks autumn seasonal drinks
By Lauren Murphy ‘10 and Betsy Fenton ‘10 Arts and Entertainment With the changing of the leaves, so changes our wardrobes. As the light, cotton sundresses and our fingertip-rulebreaking shorts exit our closets and retire for the season, out come our cozy, warm sweaters and of course, Ugg boots. The fashion fun starts here. In this issue, we’re featuring clothing from the local store, The ClothesVine. The boutique opened up in its current location by mother-daughter duo, Naomi and Sally Bobb in 1998. Their goal was to bring a NYC style to smalltown Carlisle, PA. Traveling from fashion-capital to fashion-capital allows
By Betsy Fenton ‘10 Arts and Entertainment There is nothing better than cozying up with a great cup of decaf at the end of a long day. Throw some whipped cream and cinnamon on top and your tantalized taste buds will jump for joy, thanking you for their special treat. With coffee shops like the fabulous Starbucks, breaking out new flavors and old favorites with the arrival of autumn, many new opportunities for broadening your coffee-drinking horizons have arrived.
the twosome to accomplish their fashion-forward goal in a classy, yet comfortable way. Finding affordable, trendy items for new seasons can be difficult, but with the help of yours truly (Betsy and Lauren- your CHS fashionistas) and The ClothesVine, it is as easy as 1-2-3. For this season, try these three fall trends: 1. The white Jack by BB DAKOTA pea coat, is a very soft, stylish jacket for the season at $78. The scarf is an amazing mix of autumn colors and is very affordable at just $18. The Joes Jeans featured are extremely complimentary and comfortable. They are a bit of a splurge at $167.
Looking for a great afterschool pick-me-up for the fall season? Try this classic that Starbucks has just broken out of the seasonal vault: The Pumpkin Spice Latte. Warm espresso and steamed milk are complimented by this spicy play on the traditional Pumpkin Latte. The beverage is topped off with whipped cream and of course, pumpkin pie spices. Not only is it available hot, but if you’re in a cooler mood, it’s also offered in a thicker blend, a Frappucino and also refreshingly over ice. Not a coffee drinker? No
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2. For a mere $15 at The ClothesVine, you can pick up a fun, colorful, yet classy ring. Statement jewelry is SO in right now and can be worn with nearly every outfit you put together this fall. 3. The oversized bag is a perfect fit for school wear, and is $48.
Photography: Lauren Murphy Statement jewlery is an important piece in any outfit.
Use all of these tips and you are guaranteed to have a fabulous fashion forward Fall!
problem! Starbucks has a perfect potion for anybody looking for that after-school pick-me-up. Try the (available all year round) Caramel Apple Spice. It has the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness to wake you up without a harsh jolt of caffeine. Your personal barista will steam for you fresh apple juice, infuse it with their cinnamon syrup and top it all off with whipped cream and their ‘buttery caramel sauce drizzle.’ While sipping your fallflavored-froth, try reading poetry!
Photography: Dan Reed Starbucks has a new fall line including the Pumpkin Spice Frappucino and Pumpkin Spice Latte.
O frothy cup, fill me with my day. Pick me up from my daze-y walk and warm my soul with your liquidy goodness. O dependable, loyal, coffee, hold me in the security of your cup. Love me with your feisty vigor, And take me on a sweet escape. Jolt me with the zest of your taste. Energize my morning and relax my evening. Flavors galore, love me tender. Grande or tall, Hot or cold, Skinny or with whip, Soy or protein boosted… Any way you arrive, you never fail me.
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Easy dessert recipe for fall By Lauren Murphy ‘10 Arts and Entertainment Leaves transitioning from green to yellow. Dainty spaghetti tank tops being traded for a slightly thicker cotton or cashmere sweater. You know what that means: the wonderful fall season is near! Start your season off with a scrumptious and remarkably easy traditional recipe. Baked Apples Ingredients: 4 baking apples, such as jonagold’s ¼ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cup chopped pecans (1/4 cup currants or chopped raisins also optional) 1 tablespoon butter Directions: 1) Preheat oven to 375°. 2) Clean apples 3) Take out the core, leaving ½ an inch from the bottom of the apple. Ideally use an
apple corer, but if you don’t have one just use a knife. Make sure to remove the seeds too! The hole in the apple should be around ¾ an inch wide. 4) Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, pecans, and currants/ raisins (if being used), all together. Place all apples in an 8x8 baking pan. Fill the apples with that mixture, and evenly distribute the butter on each of the apples, placing on top of the mixture. 5) Add boiling water in the pan and cook for about 30-40 minutes. Make sure they don’t get mushy. 6) Remove from oven when apples are done. Cover the apples a few times with the solution in the pan. 7) Add some vanilla or cinnamon ice cream to the treat for an eye-boggling dessert. And don’t forget to go jump in a pile of freshly fallen leaves! Recipe courtesy of www. simplyrecipes.com/
Photography: Dan Reed With about an hour of work,a few apples, nuts and spices turn into a delicious fall treat!
Photography: Erin Hayes With some paper, some paint, some glue and some scissors, you, too, can have an eye-catching Columbus Day Craft.
Get creative for Columbus Day By Erin Hayes ‘11 Arts and Entertainment Celebrate Columbus Day this October 12th, by creating small versions of the Nina, Pinta, and the Santa Maria. This recycled craft is simply put together, adorable, and a great activity to do if you find yourself babysitting or entertaining younger kids on your day off of school. Needed materials: Pair of scissors 3 cardboard egg cups a sheet of plain white paper ¼ cup of play dough Brown acrylic paint Paintbrush Toothpicks Craft glue Setting Sail:
1.Cover egg cups in brown paint, and let dry. 2.Create sails from white paper. Cut 6 large squares and 18 small squares. 3.Set aside 3 toothpicks for the larger sails. Break another three toothpicks in half (giving you 6 halves) 4.Create a line of glue through the middle of one of the small sails. Place one of the toothpick halves on the glue line. 5.Cover the toothpick in glue on both sides, and place another small sail on top. Flatten with your fingers and set off to dry. 6.Repeat previous step with each toothpick half and 2 small sails each. 7.Following the same guideline in step 5, create the
larger sails. You will need a toothpick, 2 small sails and 2 large sails. Glue the small sail to the end of the full toothpick, and then glue the larger sail beneath it, leaving a small gap between the top and bottom sail. Set aside to dry. 8.Roll a small amount of play-dough and place it inside the egg cup to cover its bottom. 9.Insert the open end of a larger sail into the clay’s middle. Insert two small sails on each side of the large one, also into the clay. You’re then finished with your creations, and the voyage can begin! Source: http://crafts.kaboose. com
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What’s new? A look at upcoming movie and music releases this fall Wild things, strangers, and the King of Pop, oh my! By Erin Hayes ‘11 Arts and Entertainment Cue the fear of the unknown, the fluttering hearts, the water works, and the exploration of wild things, all across the silver screen. Your task? Sit back and watch it all unravel. Here’s your complete guide to the fresh films of fall. October 2nd: Whip It, Rated PG-13 Starring: Ellen Page, Drew Barrymore, Kristen Wiig A high school student spending her school days in exile soon finds her place in roller-skates for a local roller derby. She ultimately finds her calling and cures her small-town woe. Her mother, who’d rather see her daughter in pageant heels, fights to the finish to see her daughter back in a crown. October 16th: Where the Wild Things Are, Rated PG Starring: Max Records, Mark Ruffalo, and Catherine Keener Maurice Sendak’s classic book comes to life on the big screen. The film follows young Max, a troublesome
little boy, who escapes home and sails through rough waters into a world of his own. It’s in his new world where his imagination takes flight and his mischievous ways reign. The Stepfather, Rated PG-13 Starring: Penn Badgely, Sela Ward Gossip Girl’s star Penn Badgely appears as a young teen that arrives home from military school, only to find that his mother has taken up a relationship with a stranger: a stranger who’s professedly perfect. He begins to question if this intense man is the one
to fulfill his mother’s dreams or provide tragedy. October 28th: This Is It, Rated PG Starring: Michael Jackson Following Michael’s tragic death is a true film eulogy. This complete concert film will give fans an intimate view of the late king of pop’s concert’s rehearsals. Fans will feel as if they’re watching the concert in person, with Jackson’s high quality performances playing before their eyes. (All film descriptions are based on a general synopsis from IMDB.com)
New beats hit speakers this autumn By Erin Hayes ‘11 Arts and Entertainment Pop in your headphones and give your ears something new to listen to with the new music releases of the season. While leaves fill the ground, feel free to fill your headphones with cutting-edge sound.
Ocean Eyes: Owl City Listeners will travel to a one man band’s musical world of electronic beats, dreamy melodies and imaginative lyrics. Through his soft toned voice, Adam Young will lead listeners by ear through a journey of his restless nights and continuous daydreams, all in an uplifting spirit. New listeners will flood with positive emotions, due to Young’s descriptive chimes, and continuing listeners will once again be delighted to embark on the musical odyssey.
The Resistance: Muse The unification of solid electronic, rock, and classical sounds upholds the band’s deserved success. Raising the bar another level, Muse
successfully completed their goal of creating a passive and intricate sound, all the while still pleasing even the most loyal fans by going beyond their expectations.
The Blueprint 3: Jay-Z The highly acclaimed artist released his final installment of The Blueprint trilogy, leaving him to soar to the top of the charts. Without needing to prove himself to his true fans Jay-Z comes out with his consistent material yet again. With on point lyrics, sharp deliverance, and collaborations with various greats, fans are left impressed once again.
Brand New Eyes: Paramore With two million sold records and a 2008 Grammy nomination Paramore has hit the mark of mainstream and overall success, especially with their latest release. This 11-track album expresses their most vibrant, energetic beats, complete with lead singer Hayley’s trademark powerful lyrics and vocals.
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Controversy Strikes the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards Have Questions? Betsy Knows Best! By Andrea Schwartz ‘10 A&E Editor The 2009 MTV Video Music Awards was an award show that will never be forgotten. With flashy entrances by Pink, Taylor Swift, Cobra Starship, and Lady Gaga (who arrived with Kermit the Frog from the Muppets as her date), there was no doubt that this night would be extraordinary. The VMAs opened with Madonna speaking of her experience with the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. The night was dedicated to Jackson and his influence in the music industry. Madonna stated that we abandoned Jackson when all the bad things were going on in his life. Even though he’s gone, a new generation is bringing his music to life. After Madonna’s speech, Janet Jackson performed a Michael Jackson Tribute. It contained some of MJ’s most famous songs including “Thriller,” “Bad,” “Smooth Criminal,” and the duet she did with her brother “Scream.” The show then continued to introduce the host Russell
Brand. He entered to Katy Perry singing a cover of “We Will Rock You” (originally by Queen). Brand has hosted the VMAs once before and he caused quite a controversy. He previously offended ex-president George W. Bush by saying that Barack Obama will be President of the United States and made a negative statement about the Jonas Brothers purity rings. This year he made comments about the negative press on Lady Gaga and talked about the difference between the English and Americans. One of his points that the English have free healthcare rather than being sick out on the street like Americans, got a great amount of applause. The controversy continued with the first award of the night. Some of the nominees for the Best Female Video were Kelly Clarkson, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce. The award went to Taylor Swift. The camera panned to Swift; she looked extremely shocked. As she was giving her speech, Kanye West came up on stage, took the mi-
crophone from Swift and interrupted her. “I’m sorry, Taylor, I’ll let you finish in just a minute. Beyonce has one of the best videos of all time!” yelled an angry West. Everyone was speechless, and MTV cut to a commercial before Swift could finish her speech. The rest of the awards and performances continued. Awards went to Green Day (Best Rock Video), Britney Spears (Best Pop Video), TI (Best Male Video), Eminem (Best Hip Hop Video), Lady Gaga (Best New Artist), and Beyonce (Video of the Year). “I remember when I was 17 and won my first VMA with Destiny’s Child, it was a great moment. I’d like to invite Taylor to come up here and have her moment,” said Beyonce as she accepted her award. Swift came back and gave her acceptance speech for Best Female Video. Overall, the night was memorable with performances by Swift, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Pink, and Beyonce. All the performances were extravagant and theatrical. Check out MTV for another viewing of the award show.
their fabulous artwork. Well, we’d like to show it off for you. Submit your artwork with your name and grade level to Mrs. Muir’s room in S109 and we’ll try to show as many paintings, drawings, and sculptures as we can! Maybe you’re uncomfort-
able showing your art to the world; that’s okay! You can submit your work anonymously, but please put your grade level. If it’s something that cannot be moved, please contact Mrs. Muir so your work of art can be photographed.
By Betsy Fenton ‘10 Arts and Entertainment As a new member of the Periscope team, I’m making it my goal to keep my fellow Bison entertained and informed while reading our high school newspaper. That is why I’m bringing back the advice column. When the marvelous class of 2010 were all freshman, senior Alex Hyman had an “Ask Alex” column in every issue of Periscope. It’s what I turned the page to every time I got my hands on each new issue. I am so pumped to respond to my readers and give it a go at sharing what I have to say. I will be answering fellow CHS-ers in questions concerning anything from guys’ bathroom etiquette, to how to break an awkward silence with your ex, to the best way to tell your desk neighbor that her perfume makes you sick, and everything in-between. Now, I’m not saying that
I’m an expert in potting plants or how to score a homecoming date, and I can’t tell you step-by-step instructions on how to milk a goat, but I will try to answer as many questions as I can. My absolute best will be deposited in each article to provide my questioners with factual information and my own spin on how to go about doing so. Be aware that your question might just make its way into my column. If names need to be changed, change them. And of course I can’t include anything that is not a component of “The Carlisle Way;” that means no swearing! So start asking!!! Just jot down your query and place your note into a “Betsy Knows Best Box.” These pretty little boxes will be placed all around the school: in the offices, some classrooms and you can even give your questions to me directly! I can’t wait to get the ball rolling!
Student Artwork Coming to Periscope By Andrea Schwartz ‘10 A&E Editor We have extremely talented artists amongst us in Carlisle High School. Some of them you might already know! Many students don’t get the chance to show off
Photography: Lauren Murphy Have a question? Look for “Betsy Knows Best” boxes located around the school.
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Last year’s post season leads to high soccer expectations for the year By Michelle Kayda ‘10 Sports Editor With two wins in one day, the soccer team knows they are in for a successful season. Carlisle boys soccer started off their season at the Mechanicsburg District Tournament and came out on top with the championship trophy. The team now has a record of 5-3, far better than in the previous years. The team has won against top teams in the district, such as Red Land, who they lost to twice last year. When asked about the wins, Senior Captain Dexter Lamparter explained, “We work as a team, on and off the field. Everyone has had the heart and the will to win.” The record is also
impressive due to the loss of seniors from last year. With graduates Tyler Shimandle, Tyler Getz, Chase West and Anders Gratrud gone, many had doubts about the teams come back. “We have spots to fill from the seniors we lost, but our juniors are stepping up and we will change our style to adapt to the new team,” said senior Nathan Shimandle. Senior newcomers Bryce Thompson and John Baskerville have assisted the team to wins, along with solid playing time from seniors Jordan Nace, Brennan Zizzi, Nic Newcomer, Ben Fetter, Billy Zahos and Devon Somma. The team is also helped with third-year starting goalkeeper Brice Merwine in the net. “Brice keeps us in the game, every game. It doesn’t matter
if we’re down by five, Brice always goes for the save,” bragged senior Rob Gilroy. Although the team is led by 11 seniors, it was unanimously agreed that leadership was lacking during the game against Central Dauphin. According to Gilroy, “Our team can definitely come back to beat Central Dauphin. We lost because of defense breakdowns and lack of shots on goal.” Shimandle added, “We came out to the field flat; they came out flying.” Other team members blamed it on the team not playing together, but the players are expected to change that quickly in the upcoming games. “I expect a harder work ethic and for the guys to play more as a team rather that
Photography: Misti Witherow Senior Brennan Zizzi goes down for a slide tackle.
individuals,” said Lamparter. When asked about the post season, everyone had the same goals in mind. “We should be Mid-Penn champions and we should have a good run at states
this season,” Gilroy stated positively. With states being the main goal for the season, the team feels a Mid-Penn Championship title should be no problem for this team.
Carlisle football team seeks vengence from last year’s season By Abby Hurley ‘11 Sports Since 2006, Carlisle football hasn’t had a victorious start. That statistic has changed, as the team won their first game. Ready to make a new impact, the Herd traveled to
Mechanicsburg to battle the Wildcats for the first game of the season. The team came out ready to play. In the first quarter, senior fullback Travis Mease scored the first touchdown of the game. Senior kicker Devon Somma kicked a field
Photography: Lauren Murphy Carlisle football ends play against Harrisburg.
goal in the second quarter, leaving the score 11-7. In the second half, Mease scored again, along with sophomore running back Hunter Robb and junior running back Jordan Woodall. The Bison won the game 31-15. “It was a reward for their hard work. It was good to see them confident,” said Coach Ickes. Mease agreed and added, “We’re gaining a lot more respect.” Gains can be seen amongst the team as well. “We have a lot more pride this year,” said sophomore middle linebacker Dominic Salomone. The second game of the season was held at CD East’s
Landis Field, where the Herd defeated the Panthers last year. Since then, “we’ve really improved and have been working harder,” said Robb. This year’s game had a great start. Woodall and junior tight end Lee Townsend both scored in the first half, and Somma kicked a field goal. At halftime, the Herd was leading, 16-0. In the second half, Mease, Jordan Woodall and sophomore quarterback Cody Failor scored. The team once again defeated the Panthers, with a score of 37-19. According to Townsend, “It’s all business; everybody does what there supposed to.”
Junior tight end Lance Windish added, “It’s a really good change from last year, but it’s only going to get harder from here.” With the upcoming competition getting tougher. “If we play to our potential, we can win,” said Mease. “The boys have proved they can win,” said Coach Ickes. Despite good efforts, the Herd took a tough loss from Hempfield on Sept. 18, 2047. The boys also lost their first home game against Harrisburg, 42-21. The team next’s game will take place Oct. 2nd at home. Senior cheerleaders and football players will be honored at this game.
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What’s the deal with the Class of 2013? By Michelle Kayda ‘10 Sports Editor Throughout the fall sports teams, Carlisle athletics is being taken over and lead by the class of 2013. In almost every team throughout the school, at least one freshman (if not more) is playing at the varsity level. CHS’s football team has had a losing record the past few years. But now they have a winning record of 2-2 and the question everyone is asking is “Could it be because of the freshman class?” The football team is helped by Freshman Anthony Salamone, Brian Goodling,
Jordan Baskerville, Nathan Marks and Matt Quattrone, who is the only freshman to start varsity every game. Head Coach Brett Ickes does not know if the sudden change in wins is because of the freshman, though. “We generally do not have that many freshmen on varsity, but with the lack of depth on the team, we don’t have enough kids to fill the positions,” said Ickes. However, many other teams with winning records are being lead by the class of 2013, too. The boys cross country team is full with freshman on varsity. Ranking in the top seven to make the
varsity cut on the boys Cross Country team are freshman Brad Hort and Corbin Padgett. On the girl’s side, the team is lead by Morgan Mahlock. Also, Madison Bierly and McKenzie Blocker help towards the varsity teams win. On the boy’s soccer team, Gabe Stasyszyn has aided the team in almost every game, having solid time on the field during varsity games. What is it about this freshman class? No one’s certain for sure. But also no one is complaining about the help they are bringing to the teams.
Stadium updates right on track for sports season By Bekah Slyder ‘12 Sports Home of the Thundering Herd football team, marching band, cheerleading squad, soccer team, and track and field teams, the Ken Millen Stadium sees a lot of use. This year, its users will notice quite a change in its appearance. Built in the mid 50’s, the stadium is home to one of the last remaining black high school tracks. Or, at least it was. Carlisle has now joined 90% of other U.S. schools with the addition of a new red track. The original track, dedicated in 1988, was due for an update. Runners couldn’t help but notice cracks, dips, and ruts in the old asphalt. Stepping into one of these could slow them down and potentially cost
them the race. But why red? Why not green? Or maybe even another black one? “The green cost about $15,000 more,” said athletic director George Null. Black would have been cheaper than green, but there are heat issues to consider. “If you think about it, meets are in the middle of the day on Saturdays,” he added. Because black would absorb more heat, it would make the material more easily marred by competitors. Also, a green track would be more prone to color fadeout and would show imperfections more easily. Red is the most common color for athletic tracks, but for some Carlisle students, it invokes thoughts of our rivals, the Cumberland Valley Eagles. On top of that, our spectator
stands already sport white, green and yellow. Will the red track add too much to the already multicolored stadium? “The lines on the track will be green and white though!” said Null.
Photography: Van Koons The new track was laid in late September.
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Herd hockey hits great season
Photography: Lauren Murphy Junior Aeden Kelley practices her slapshot.
By Abby Hurley ‘11 Sports Carlisle Girls’ field hockey has started off with a great season. The girls had difficult and time-consuming summer practices. They started with open fields every Wednesday during the summer. When school got closer, they had exhausting two-a-days. The girls worked hard and ran more than they preferred, but they knew the hard work would pay off in the long run. The girl’s first game was against Susquehanna Township. They took a tough loss by one point. The Carlisle girls field hockey team was ready for a better game, and knew they worked hard enough for it. They played Redland on September 9th and won 2-0. Yolanda Nyero and Senada Mehmedovic both scored goals. On September 12th, the girls played at the Manheim tournament. They battled
their first game against South Western and won 4-1. Goals were scored by Vanessa Coleman, Nyero, and Mehmedovic scored two. The second game during the tournament, they played Manheim Central and won again 1-0. Nyero scored the only goal. The girls won the overall Manheim tournament. “We have a really good chance of getting Mid Penn champs, and hopefully making it far in playoffs,” said Coleman. The Herd played Cedar Cliff on September 15th and won 2-1. The goals were scored by Coleman and sophmore Maddie Breshi. On September 17th,, the girls battled Chambersburg and won 5-2. Coleman scored one goal and Mehmedovic scored four goals. On September 19th the girls played Big Spring and won 5-0. Coleman and Lauren Greenaway both scored one goal. Senada Mehmedovic scored three goals.
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He’s still swift. He’s still quick. Do we still care about Michael Vick? Editorial By Larry Fares ‘12 Sports “People can say what they want to say,” said Michael Vick while being asked about his return, and people sure will. Recently, there has been a lot of talk about Vick’s conditional reinstatement into the NFL on July 27th after his release from prison in May of this year. Most people have very different opinions of Vick signing with the Philadelphia Eagles. It is publicly known that Donovan McNabb, the Eagles’ starting quarterback, pushed to bring Vick into the Eagles’ franchise due to their long and close friendship. However, everything wasn’t as smooth as they might have hoped. Ever since Vick’s
return, there has been many people that are still angry at Vick’s record of being involved in illegal dogfights. Yet there are people, including myself, that think Vick should be forgiven for what he’s done. We all make mistakes, and we all deserve second chances. He has done his time and tried to make up for what he did. The main reason there is all this talk about Vick is mainly do to the dogfights, and I don’t see the big problem. If Vick was to be invested in a cow-slaughtering center, would people have made as big of a deal about it? The problem is that man has grown too close to their dogs, “man’s best friend.” If people understood the amount of talent this athlete has and look beyond the dogfights, they would see
how much he brings to the game. As of 2006, Vick has rushed for 3859 yards and scored 21 touchdowns. His passing record is just as impressive; as of 2006 he passed for 11505 yards with a 53%-completion rate and 71 touchdowns. He is also a 3-time Pro-Bowler. With McNabb injured, Vick got his chance to lead the Eagles for a few plays during the game against the Chiefs on Sunday Sept. 27th. Vick was able to get seven yards to get closer to a first down on a scramble. He served as a very good decoy during the game, due to being seen as a constant threat, no matter where he played. So far the team has Vick ready for any wildcat formation plays that they may run, but they promise to use him more as the season progresses, slowly getting him used to NFL playing conditions and expectations. Vick deserves a second chance. In a recent interview on 60 Minutes, he said, “I was disgusted, you know, because of what I let happen to those animals.” Doesn’t that sound like a changed man to you?
Photography: AP Images Michael Vick’s return to football has left many football fans and animal activists debating if he should have a second chance.
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Underclassmen overtake the field By Bekah Slyder ‘12 Sports To all those who kept up with freshman or JV football last year, it was easy to see the talent of the young guys. With a final season records of (respectively)) 6-3 and 5-4, varsity’s bad idn’t luck streak didn’t seem to affectt them. “We had a blast last year. We enjoyed the game so we did really lly ast year’s well,” says last freshman defensive fensive ler. end, Ben Miller. Lucky for varsity, a lot of those guys are now up playing, some even starting, at the varsity level as sophomores. Along with the veteran players and a few freshman , they have the potential to lead the team through an improved season. “It all starts with weight lifting back in December” said head varsity coach Brett Ickes. Starting in the winter and lasting all the way through until the spring, off season weight training is the proving ground for any prospective players. “It’s intense but it’s worth it,” said varsity’s Dominic Salomone. Young players who attended weight training had a leg
up on the competition when tryouts for season positions were held this summer at team camp. They also had the added bonus of a good reputation with the varsity position coaches. “Varsity positions are awarded based on p performance” said I Ickes. “Seniority pplays no role and t best player the plays.” It seems that qquite a few un underclassmen fall into the category of bes player, seeing best as oonly six seniors are on the starting lin lineup this year. Having a talented yyoung team looks like it will work to Carlisle’s advantage, not only this year, but in the years to come. These young, fresh players, so far, seem to be the boost Carlisle has needed to play a good season. Fans, coaches and players alike can only hope that they will continue to improve over the next few seasons as they become veterans, and a new set of freshman move up as sophomores. This year’s sophomores to look for out of the field include Cody Failor, Hunter Robb, ‘Shon Nyero, Chase Madden, Isaiah Wright and Dominic Salomone. Also keep an eye out for freshman Anthony Salomone and Matt Quattrone.
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Carlisle Sports Spotlights By Abby Hurley ‘11 Sports Name: Travis Mease Age: 17 Year: Senior Sport: Football Hometown: Carlisle Records: 1286 rushing yards 51 recieving yards 8.5 average yards per catch 8 rushing touch downs
Boys Cross Country: 5-1
Girls Cross Country: 4-2
Boys Soccer: 6-3
Girls Tennis: 2-9
Travis Mease is a senior and a captain on the Carlisle football team. He leads the team every game. Hard work has gotten him where he is now.
At the CD East game, Mease got hurt, and was out for the Hempfield game.
Michelle Kayda ‘10 Sports Editor Name: Morgan Mahlock Age: 14 Year: Freshman Sport: Cross Country
Field Hockey: 9-2
Girls Volleyball: 5-2
Football: 2-2
Golf: 5-3
Hometown: Okinawa, Japan Records: Mile: 5:15 400: 63 seconds 5k (3.1 miles) 20:03 As a eigth grader last year, Morgan Mahock did not only qualify individually for Cross Country Junior Nationals, but her team also won.
Moving from California due to the war college, Mahlock is new to Carlisle and has aided the Cross Country team to victory.