Vol. 40, Issue 4

Vol. 40, Issue #4

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December 12, 2014

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p. 3 Five Minutes with Donn Bodie

p. 4 Pace Hidden Talents Revealed

p. 9 Discover “People of the Peach”

‘Into the Woods’ Dazzles Viewers of All Ages Photos: Fred Assaf and Neil Bainton

Joe Loughran Sports Editor Class of 2016

After the huge success of “Peter Pan” last year, the Pace theatre program went back to fairytale land for this year’s production of “Into the Woods.”

Written by Steven Sondheim, “Into the Woods” combines all of your favorite childhood fairy tales into one crazy adventure mixed with excitement, danger and even a touch of adultery.

The first act is more of your traditional bedtime story, with all of the characters obtaining what their hearts desire, and everyone living happily ever after.

It is the second act that differentiates the musical from other happily-ever-after stories such as “Peter Pan.” Several main characters die as their stories are ruined, and only a few characters are able to save themselves and their kingdom while finding happiness in what remains. While this might seem like a fairly macabre ending, it is satisfying for the older members of the audience who are able to enjoy the complexity of the emotions in the characters.

The magical world of “Into the Woods” entranced the viewers with dynamic, multi-dimensional characters.

The upperclassmen stood out as the stars of the play, with singing and acting performances that were as impressive as any other Pace production, if not

better. Seniors Rebecca Husk, Caillin Cooke and Cooper Drose commanded the stage with their convincing performances as the Witch, Cinderella and the Baker,

respectively. While these three musical stalwarts were excellent as always, several juniors shined in their prominent roles. Juniors Tory Dancu and Ryan Duvall

stood out for their acting, singing solos and on-stage chemistry.

Freshman Cole McCorkle also impressed in his role as Jack.

As a whole, the cast did a fantastic job with their singing.

The songs in “Into the Woods” were much more intricate and complicated than last year’s in “Peter Pan.” Despite the difficulty level, the cast didn’t miss a beat. The acting was also fantastic, as the emotions of the characters were palpable and the dialogue proved to be both dramatic and witty.

The audience remained engrossed in the complex, winding plot that took characters from one fairy tale and plopped them down right in the path of another character. The only problems that arose on opening night were a couple of microphone issues, but the cast carried on without pause.

While the show might have been a bit more mature in theme and plot than past Pace performances, the cast stepped up and pulled off another masterful production. The seniors delivered their best performances in their last musical, and a strong group of underclassmen bodes well for the future of Pace drama.

New Minimesters Sure To Excite Students Staff Writer Class of 2016

As Spirit Week is just around the corner, so are minimesters.

Students seem eager to explore these temporary classes that are held in lieu of their regularly held science classes for one eight-day rotation at the start of second semester.

Students who have participated in minimesters in the past learned in November that their favorite classes from the past are not returning for this year.

“The instructions that I gave this year, and the requirements we gave ourselves, were if it hasn’t changed in the last few years, then it needs to change this year,” said Mr. Day. This year’s sign-up options feature all new choices, including ones from new science teachers, and also from teachers in other departments.

Mrs. Hall and Ms. Stevens

will be teaching a joint class on medieval weaponry, in which they plan to build catapults and trebuchets and test them out.

Mrs. Korb is teaching a class on engineering and designing different structures, similar to Dr. Pearson’s bridge building class, but with more of a focus on structural and mechanical engineering.

Dr. Pearson is teaching an origami class, and will include the science of paper making, recycling and what we can learn through origami. “Instead of doing my wildlife class, I want to do a woodworking for wildlife class where we build birdhouses and go and put them up outside,” said Mr. Day. “We would take the same trip up to the swamp, but with a different perspective.”

There are a couple of new science teachers this year who plan to join in on the minimester fun. Mr. Sandoe, a new tenth grade chemistry teacher, has a strong interest in water chemistry. He has developed a class to

go along with the Isdell Center for Global Leadership theme, to incorporate chemistry and water, and do hands-on projects.

“Another rule that I gave this year is to produce something, whether that’s a poster or piece of origami, just make something,” said Mr. Day. “We want to limit the lectures and do more hands-on projects. It is hard to do that because teachers want to talk about their interests so badly that it ends up just being lectures.”

English teacher Mr. Carson is teaching a class called Renegade Writing. This class will include all different kinds of writing, with pieces that are totally off the wall. If you want to write raps, advertisements, a speech with no repercussions (with a limit on decency), then this class is for you.

These additional “non-science” options will add spice to minimesters. “For one cycle, just do something different. Do class differently, do school differently,

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Ms. Stevens and senior Matt Tannenblatt discuss the pros and cons of medieval weaponry. and do subject matter that you’re not going to do otherwise,” said Mr. Day. “You do your reading, writing, and arithmetic, but what about this other cool stuff?

Minimesters are about exposure, doing things differently, and teaching in a different way.”

Sign up for mini-mesters closes today, Dec. 12.

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December 12, 2014

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Grace Francour

Features Editor Class of 2015

With exams in just three days, hopefully, you’ve already been preparing for a while. Just like any important task, it is key to have a plan going into the exams. In order to get through the week and still be a functioning human being by break, include all aspects of your day for the next seven days in your plan.

Here are five key areas in which to prepare: 1. Schedule: Start out with a strategy for how you will tackle each day. It’s not necessary to micromanage and plan to the minute, but writing down when you will study which subject and how you will study will help keep you on task.

2. Meals: No matter how badly you want to focus, the food you eat may deter your efforts.

Leafy greens such as spinach and kale and whole grains will

help with focus. Chewing gum also helps improve focus during especially stressful tasks. Food rich in omega-3 fatty acids like fish and walnuts help improve memory. Food is fuel; make sure you only use premium.

3. Fidget: Fidgeting can actually be beneficial for focusing during studying. Having something to fiddle with such as a stress ball will actually help your mind focus. It frees up mental energy for studying which otherwise would have been used to focus on staying still and in the zone.

4. Breaks: Taking short breaks might actually be one of the most important ways to stay focused. A 10-minute reprieve for every 25 minutes you study will help your mind stay sharp by breaking the monotony, leaving you refreshed and ready to tackle the next 25 minutes of work. If you find that skimming through Instagram or Twitter is too distracting, moving around is a great way to keep both your mind and body energized.

Don’t get overwhelmed like senior Matt Tanenblatt. Follow these simple tips.

5. Attitude: Approach studying and exams with confidence.

Keeping a positive attitude while studying can make all the difference. Almost everyone would rather not sit at the kitchen table

Mark Handler Photos: Fred Assaf, Neil Bainton

Josh Blank

Managing Editor Class of 2015

(Top-Bottom) Seniors Cooper Peery, Caillin Cooke and Rebecca Husk all plan to pursue performing arts in college and beyond.

you take the time to refresh your memory on the subject, you’ll do fine. Finally, make sure to relax and get sufficient sleep. This will help keep you positive in the morning going into the exam.

NYU’s Tisch School. “The long rehearsal hours at Pace prepared me well for the long studio days.

Also, just being on stage and performing constantly got me used to performing in front of people and being confident in the work that I’m doing,” said Cory “I would love to pursue a career on Broadway in New York but I’m open to other performing opportunities in other cities.”

Sam also wants to pursue a career in acting. “I have time for friends, but the hours are long and many nights are spent rehearsing,” he said.

Online Editor Class of 2016

Every single day of our lives is filled with unmitigated stress, especially this time of year. The question then becomes, how do we deal with this stress, and how do we minimize it to live happier lives? Luckily, Mrs. Eden has some tips that can help: 1. Don’t drink caffeine Caffeine is OK in small quantities, but it is only a shortterm solution, and the crash afterward is likely not worth the energy lift.

2. Get a good night’s sleep Oftentimes, staying up late just to do those few extra math problems is not worth the longterm consequences of being unfocused and lethargic the following day. Lack of sleep is also damaging to your health. Believe it or not, studies have shown that people who get a sufficient amount of sleep live longer than those who don’t.

3. Stay on top of things “Over-committing leads to being stretched too thinly... A life skill is learning to say no,” says Mrs. Eden. Pace students are often presented with so many intriguing opportunities that we

want to seize all of them. Take on only what you can handle.

Mrs. Eden also said that “standards are placed on students.”

There are many competitions and expectations to be perfect, and they can get out of hand.

4. Get organized Check lists and schedules are the best way to stay on top of your commitments. Once you get organized, tasks become 10 times easier to accomplish.

The hardest task is creating the schedule. However, when you have organized yourself in this way, things become so much easier to manage, ultimately leading to less stress. Starting early is not a bad idea, either.

5. Create time for yourself The recommended time to spend freely on yourself each day is AT LEAST 30 minutes.

This can be spent in whatever way you like, whether it’s watching television, playing a sport or just sleeping.

Other suggestions include practicing relaxation exercises such as meditation and deep breathing. Physical exercise can be just as helpful, if not more, as relaxing can. Getting outside and moving literally releases the tension in your muscles and helps clear your mind. So just remember, stay active but don’t forget to relax!

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to each college once they’ve been deemed good enough for the theatre program, and wait for their acceptance. “The only two schools I’m auditioning for are NYU and Carnegie Mellon.

Both have incredible theatre programs,” said Rebecca. “This past summer, I actually spent a month in New York taking musical theatre classes at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts.”

Pace alumni currently performing in college commend Pace for helping them prepare for the long hours and strenuous rehearsals. Cory Bush ‘14 and Sam Downey ‘14 both attend

for hours memorizing the unit circle or decoding Shakespeare, but if you keep your goals in mind and stay positive, the time will pass faster. Failing an exam is not the end of the world and if

Feeling Stressed?

Try These Tips

Theatre Students, Alums Pursue Their Dreams As the year slowly begins to wind down, most seniors are looking ahead to what the future may hold. A few of those seniors aim to pursue a career in the arts, something that only a handful of Pace students attempt each year.

Pace’s esteemed theatre program is headed by Dr. Mengert, who has helped build one of the strongest performing arts programs in Georgia since 1971.

According to highly credible sources (Pace faculty, students and alumni), Pace productions bring the heat and pack a fiery punch of “amazingness” to the audience. This year, nine talented seniors performed in the Pace fall musical “Into the Woods.”

Most of these seniors will continue their path to adulthood through a typical college experience, but some will continue mastering the arts. “I’d like to work in the film industry, so I’m applying to schools with the intended major of Film Production, or Screenwriting or Film Critical Studies,” said senior Cooper Peery. “I haven’t made any decisions yet, but I’d really like to go to a school in California.”

Seniors Caillin Cooke and Rebecca Husk plan to pursue performing arts in college.

“I hope to perform as a career. I love performing on the stage,” said Caillin. Applying to performing arts programs at the college level is no easy task as students first have to audition. Then they have to apply

Photo: Grace Francour

Ned’s Declassified Exam Survival Guide

Sophomore Sammy Lettes feels the pressure of upcoming exams.

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Five Minutes With Freshman Donn Boddie Julia Beck

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015

Knightly News: Hey! So, how has your year been going so far?

Donn Boddie: It’s been going pretty well. I’ve met a lot of new people since it’s my first year here.

KN: How has the transition from middle to high school been?

DB: It’s been a really different transition, but it’s been a transition that I’ve enjoyed. I’ve met interesting people, it’s diverse in setting, and everyone has personalities that I enjoy. And the teachers are amazing.

KN: What’s your favorite part of high school so far?

DB: I’d say the freedom and independence that it gives you.

The teachers trust you with things like your free periods or homework responsibilities and they aren’t always over your shoulder. They’re there to help you.

Freshman Donn Boddie shows off his talent of flying.

KN: What about your least favorite part?

DB: I’d say the workload in one night. It can be challenging, but it’s manageable.

KN: Do you like your peer leaders so far?

DB: Yeah! They’re really fun to be around. Cooper [Peery] was like the star of the play and he gets us free Chick-fil-A, and Larine is nice as well and I can talk to her about anything.

KN: Are you doing any fun

activities at Pace right now?

DB: I’m in Knight Capital and Social Entrepreneurship.

KN: That’s cool. Any details on what you’re working on for Social Entrepreneurship?

DB: Yeah, no, that’s a secret.

KN: What about cool activities outside of school?

DB: Chess Club, if that counts.

KN: I heard you have a special talent, something people might not know about you.

DB: Oh, you mean how I fly planes?

KN: Yeah, that one. Want to elaborate?

DB: Well, I’m working towards a private license. So, when you turn 16 you get a private license, then later you can get one to fly commercial. I go to Peachtree Dekalb and get flying lessons on a Cessna 172S. KN: How often do you go?

DB: I fly a lot during the summer, and during breaks just to get hours. I can touch clouds and stuff, so it’s fun.

KN: Why did you start?

DB: I was at a camp, and they

introduced us to aviation, and I thought the concept was really cool, so I tried it out and loved it.

KN: What’s the scariest part?

DB: It’s really turbulent at high altitudes. Sometimes it’s windy, and you might get a little nausea.

But it all balances out in the end, so it’s really fun.

KN: If you could be any animal, what would you be?

DB: I would be an eagle because they can fly and stuff. And everyone respects them, like all of the United States, and it would be really fun.

KN: Who’s your idol?

DB: Ariana Grande.

KN: Why? DB: I love her. She’s just amazing in everything. I became like her number one fan in 2008.

That was during her musical in New York. Then she became a star on Nickelodeon’s “Victorious,” but then she went to another show, “Sam and Cat.” And now she’s a world-famous star, and it’s sort of sad because everyone likes her now and I want to just be the one biggest fan.

Andy Bainton

Staff Writer Class of 2016

play less well-known sports such as hurling (similar to lacrosse, but more violent).

When asked what he missed about America, Mr. Anthony simply said, “the little things.”

For example, the school Mr. Anthony attended in Dublin was roughly the same size as the new Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School, but where our school has a bathroom on each floor, the school in Dublin had but one bathroom on the bottom floor.

Needless to say, this required some planning ahead when taking a class on the top floor.

Another difference was the lack of convenience stores.

Americans take stores like ACE Hardware and Home Depot for granted, because if you want something in Ireland, you have to go to that specific store. Need a light bulb? You won’t find one at the grocery store or the pharmacy. You’ll need to go to the light bulb store.

While this is significantly less convenient, Mr. Anthony said he didn’t mind the more traditional practices because they made him more aware of what he (and most Americans) take for granted on a daily basis.

Photo: Graham Anthony

Many students remember Mr. Anthony from sixth grade history, but few know about his sabbatical last year. Mr. Anthony caught on to the trend of studying abroad (with the number of students participating in Global Ed trips rapidly increasing), and took his talents across the pond to Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland.

He stayed there for a year (from September 2013 to September 2014) to study European history during the time of the Reformation. Of all that Ireland had to offer, the aspect he enjoyed the most was the culture.

“Everyone’s in a good mood all the time,” said Mr. Anthony.

One of his favorite memories from the year abroad was an experience in a park with his friend François. According to Mr. Anthony, he and his new friend were sitting on a bench when two nice ladies walked up to them and simply started a conversation. They talked for 10 minutes and then left with a friendly goodbye.

Twenty minutes later, two large men walked up Mr. Anthony and François, and said, “We heard you’re good for a conversation. Mind if we chat?” This was a pleasant surprise for Mr. Anthony, who said that “people don’t need a reason to talk to each other, they just do [it].”

Apart from affable conversation, names are another thing that struck Mr. Anthony about Ireland. While Ireland primarily speaks English, there is also a more traditional Celtic language that includes some rather interesting names. For example, Mr. Anthony’s first name is “Graham,” but in Ireland it’s spelled “Graeme.”

The Celtic language includes

some puzzling expressions to an English speaker. Mr. Anthony recalls his favorite Irish expression, “Good Craic?” as causing him the most confusion. In Ireland, “Good craic?” is equivalent to “Was it good?” in America.

But Mr. Anthony wasn’t informed of this before he arrived, so the first time he was asked if something had “good craic,” he was muddled until the phrase was finally explained to him.

While his primary objective in Ireland was to take classes, one of the most important things he gained from his trip, he learned from the people.

Ireland is known for being predominantly Catholic, but Dublin is in a subdivision of Ireland called The Pale, which is a predominantly Protestant region because it is closest to England. This proved to have an interesting demographic, mostly because there is some serious tension between Catholics and Protestants in Ireland (due to a storied past of religious conflict).

This was most notable, surprisingly, in sports. The Protestants play more traditional European sports such as rugby and soccer, whereas Catholics

Mr. Anthony enjoys the Irish countryside with family and friends.

Photo: Jewell Marable

Mr. Anthony Studies Abroad

Ms. Marable continues her childhood tradition of celebrating the Chinese New Year with her son Deuce.

Teachers Balance Work, Family Life Alexis Wilkins Staff Writer Class of 2017

Outside of grading tests and quizzes, teaching, going out of their way to make sure we understand topics and planning class for the next day, teachers do in fact have lives of their own. Some of Pace’s teachers have to balance their time teaching and time with their children and family. This balance can be tough because teachers want the best for both their students and (obviously) children.

“You want to give the best of yourself to both places,” said Spanish teacher and freshman dean Ms. Riley. “I always prioritize my family over work. There are times when I feel very torn.

I work all day, and if you break down the amount of time you spend at work with the time you spend with your family, it can be sad sometimes because you spend a lot of time at work.”

Ms. Riley’s daughter, Ariel, can be found running around the Pace campus with her mom when she is not at school. “It was especially hard when she was very little, when I first had to drop her off at daycare and leave her all day long,” said Ms. Riley.

“She’s fine, totally fine. We all turn into fine adults, right? But that was still really hard.”

Science teacher and sophomore dean Mr. Hattori recently moved closer to Pace, which he says helps balance work with family time. “I’d like to go to sporting events, to see students do things outside of the classroom,” said Mr. Hattori. “But at the same time, I’ve been at school all day, and that’s time I haven’t spent with my daughter.”

Geometry teacher Ms. Marable celebrated the Chinese New Year with her mom and sister in her childhood, which she now does with her children.

“Balancing time between work and family can be challenging at times, but for the most part it balances out,” she said. “I think the more difficult balance is finding time for myself.”

Ms. Marable’s daily routine is busy. She wakes up at 5 a.m. and gets her family ready for the day. At 6:45, she takes her son to school and teaches and coaches until around 5 p.m., when she picks her son up. Her family is busy at home with after-school activities, bath, dinner and homework (and grading/planning) until 8:30. “And the next day, it starts all over again,” she said.

Pace News

December 12, 2014

Eno Reyes Staff Writer Class of 2017

Pace students may walk through the halls, appearing as average as a lukewarm cup of Joe, but in reality, the Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School is filled to the brim with people who will surprise you with their hidden talents.

The Knightly News took a look into the lives of three Pace community members with skills that will astonish and amaze. In no particular order, here is a list of three Pace students who have extraordinary talents.

positions that impress, and even frighten the average viewer. He accomplishes awe-inspiring feats of flexibility, like moving his leg behind his head while standing

up, and fully rotating his arm behind his back. He first learned of his flexibility when he was seven, when he accidentally touched his leg to his nose.

SOPHOMORE SETH SWIECICHOWSKI - AIRPLANE PILOTING

You may see Seth running cross country or track, but it’s unlikely that you’ve seen him in his natural habitat, the sky. Seth has been flying since he was 13, though he was born with a love

of flight. Flying is an impressive craft that requires concentration, patience, and a keen eye for detail. “The first time I practiced a stall, I was scared because the plane dropped straight into

SENIOR SARAH SMITH - UNICYCLE RIDING

Sarah began her unicycle career at the age of 12. She got one as a Christmas gift, and knew from that moment on that she would follow in her mother’s

footsteps and adopt the dying craft of unicycling. “It’s great for when you need a fun fact about yourself,” said Sarah. “But sometimes it gets hard. I tend

a nose dive,” he said. “That’s supposed to happen, but I was not expecting it.” Seth practices when he has time, but hopes that in the coming years he can get into the pilot’s seat more often. to hold onto things for support when I do it.” Sarah has yet to compete in any official unicycling competitions.

Peek Inside The Knightly News Photo: Eno Reyes

Eno Reyes Staff Writer Class of 2017

Newspaper staffers work to bring the latest news to the Academy. paper into the 21st century by developing the first ever online edition of The Knightly News.

Since then, the newspaper has continued to increase its online presence with various social media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

The Knightly News benefits from its own dedicated class and tons of support from the Academy, but like every media endeavor it comes with its challenges. "One of the big challenges for The Knightly News is that since we are a small school, it can be tough to identify a lot of news on a continual basis that is fresh and noteworthy" said Ms. Wilson.

The process of bringing a newspaper from inception to print is a long but rewarding one.

The newspaper begins its journey a month before it is handed out on the edge of the Fine Arts Center auditorium each month, with a brainstorm day

Staff Writer Class of 2016

At some point in your life you will make an honest mistake. Everyone does and that is alright. However, as I have served on the Honor and Discipline Committee for the past two years, I have noticed that some mistakes are more common than others. Here are a few tips to help keep you out of academic trouble throughout your high school career:

led by co-editors in chief Dean Papastrat and Julia Beck. After brainstorming, the staff begins to slave away at their computers to create the articles that will fill the newspaper. After each article has been written and edited thrice, the editors place each article into a newspaper layout that was redesigned last year.

Afterwards, the newspaper is sent to Tampa, Florida for printing. Five days after sendoff, the paper arrives and is delivered to you, the reader.

The production process is certainly a long one, and at times it can be hard to keep up with the work. But most of the staff would agree that it's worth the work. One thing is certain, whether it’s Freestyle Friday, the latest on Pace sports, or the newest trends in fashion, you can be sure that The Knightly News will keep you up-to-date on everything happening at Pace Academy.

Cite everything.

Do not be afraid to be forthcoming about where you get information. Teachers will not get mad at you for over-citing.

Even if you are not supposed to use outside sources for a certain assignment, still cite any works you take from. It is always better to take points off on an assignment for doing it incorrectly than finding yourself in front of a discipline committee.

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Keep up with your work.

All Pace students at one point have been swamped with work, sometimes even pulling an all-nighter in order to complete assignments on time. This is where a lot of people tend to slip up. It may be easy to just copy and paste something from an online source in order to get an assignment done, but that is plagiarism and will not be tolerated.

The best thing to do in this situation is to turn the assignment in late, having completed it on your own. Again, it is always better to have points taken off an assignment than to end up in front of a discipline committee.

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Be confident with your work.

Some people tend to feel the need to take from other peoples’ work in order to better their own. Almost always the work would have been fine without the

addition of a few sentences from an outside source. If you must take from another source, then make sure you cite it. However, I would recommend sticking to your own writing and ideas just to be safe. As this relates to cheating, have confidence in your own answers on an assessment. If you studied then you will do fine, and if you did not have time to study, then ask for an extension. Teachers are there to help you, not out to get you.

Most will be more than happy to give you the extra day to study or turn in an assignment in order for you to do your best work.

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Get help from your teachers.

“The teacher-student relationship is far and away the most important thing,” said Dean of Students Mr. Hall. “Going to them for help on an assignment can get rid of any chance of doing something wrong.” Working with a peer can be viewed as cheating, and talking to teachers is a very helpful skill to have for college and the future. Again, teachers are there to help you, not hurt you.

These tips will help keep you out of an honor council hearing for a case like plagiarism or cheating. “Ninety percent of honor and discipline cases are for cheating, and 90% of those cases are plagiarism,” said Mr. Hall. On another spectrum, disciplinary trouble is very different than academic trouble. It is hard to give advice for how to avoid this kind of situation, other than behave yourself. This doesn’t mean you can’t have fun, just do not be reckless or ignorant. As Mr. Gannon famously says, “Don’t do anything you wouldn’t want your grandmother to see you doing.”

A way to help with smaller incidents, things worthy of demerits and citations, is to be aware of your surroundings.

“Certain teachers are more strict with things like gum and dress code, and that is just life,” said Mr. Hall. If you know when to follow certain rules in certain circumstances, you can find yourself lowering the number of demerits and citations you receive.

Photo: Sean Murtaugh

"Welcome to the jungle," said newspaper mogul Ms. Wilson, upon seeing the motley crew that would eventually become the 2014-2015 newspaper staff.

From the minute the squad met for the first time at the Blank residence over the summer, it was clear that this year's team had something special, a spark that not even an unfortunate lack of recognition from the Georgia Scholastic Press Association at the fall conference could extinguish.

"I do it to inform the masses," said sophomore Brian Sloan.

"The rush of a good article in the works really gets my car started." That spirit burns bright throughout the classroom every D Period.

The Knightly News has been Pace's premier source of news and entertainment since 1974.

Ms. Wilson, current newspaper adviser, became adviser for the paper in Spring 2008 after previous adviser Elizabeth Miller moved out of town for a new job.

Many notable pace alums have made their mark on the newspaper, but the biggest change the newspaper has seen in recent history came from Class of 2012 graduate Simon Wu. Simon brought the news-

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Freshman Luke Moussa shows off his remarkable flexibility.

FRESHMAN LUKE MOUSSA - CONTORTIONISM

Luke may seem like any other ordinary Pace student, but in reality he is an incredibly talented contortionist. Luke is able to move his body into

Follow These Tips To Avoid Trouble Photo: Eno Reyes

Multitude of Hidden Pace Talents Revealed

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Junior Elizabeth Hawn seeks out help on math homework from Mr. Smith, doing an excellent job of working with a teacher.

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Mrs. Meyring Brightens College Process Photo: Joe Loughran

Joe Loughran Sports Editor Class of 2016

The college admissions process dominates the time and attention of seniors during the first semester of their senior year. College admissions counselors work with students to help ensure they get their applications and essays in on time. This anxiety-ridden process causes seniors to lose a lot of lose sleep.

Through this dark, murky cloud of uncertainty shines the bright ray of positivity named Mrs. Meyring. Mrs. Meyring, who works as an administrative assistant in the Pace college admissions office, is widely known as one of the most chipper, good-natured people around the school.

Mrs. Meyring came into her role in the college office after a job working in a flower shop and without having ever worked with kids before. A former English teacher from when she went to school as a kid at Lovett, who worked in the college counseling office, approached her about a job as an assistant in the office.

Mrs. Meyring took the job, and hasn't looked back since. She has been at Pace for the last eight

Mrs. Meyring (right) helps Cooper Peery (left) submit all of his paperwork for the college process. years, helping organize and turning in the materials that go with the student applications, such as transcripts, teacher recommendation letters and college counseling letters.

Given the nature of high school seniors, it is not always easy to get them to turn their applications in on time. "There are a lot of applications, over 600, and they like to wait until the last minute to turn them in every year, which can lead to widespread panic when the system crashes," said Mrs. Meyring.

She also loves working with kids and seeing them achieve their dreams of going to their top

Photo: Landon Goldstein Sophomore Ethan Schneider shaves, per Mr. Hall ’s request.

No More No Shave November at Pace Landon Goldstein Staff Writer Class of 2017

for what I have."

Other students and teachers love seeing Mrs. Meyring, as she brightens the day for everyone who interacts with her. "Mrs. Meyring is really organized, always has a positive attitude, and is willing to help you whenever she can," said senior Kamran Sadiq. Fellow senior Dylan Steinfeld also praised Mrs. Meyring: "She does an amazing job of getting all of the paperwork for all of the seniors in the college admissions process organized and sent in on time, always with a smile on her face." Mrs. Meyring also helps chaperone Model U.N. trips, and Model

Students, Teachers Grind Through Exam Week Dori Greenberg Staff Writer Class of 2016

All students are different and everyone reacts differently to exams. Some students test well and do well under the pressure while others do not. Despite these differences, exams are a good test of students' ability to retain the knowledge they have attained over the semester. "In a sense [this is true] because they cover the content that we cover in class, but the drawback to exams is that you often don’t get to see the student in person and really draw out what they actually know beyond the writing on paper," said Spanish teacher and freshman dean Ms. Riley. On another note, English teacher Mrs. Durlin says that success on the exam lies partly in the hands of the teacher and how they design their exam, in addition to how the students perform.

Exam time can potentially be the busiest and most stressful time of year. Many think that students are the only ones feeling the stress. But while they may not put in hours of studying, teachers put in hours creating their exams along with grading them. "Multiple choice sections tend to take a long time, so maybe five hours for that section, and the rest of the section might take between an hour or two to write," said Ms. Riley. "So it’s a good amount of work. It’s the proof reading that is actually the

most important for me or else I will make mistakes."

Different courses have different requirements in regards to grading. Some teachers give an exam that is entirely Scantron and takes hardly any time to grade. Most people think that math is the easiest to grade because there is only one right or wrong answer, yet almost all math teachers at Pace will go back through a student's work to give them partial credit even if their final answer is wrong.

Disregarding other schools in the area, Pace differs in making exams required at the end of the fall semester and the end of the spring semester. But, if students have a high enough grade, students taking AP courses and second semester seniors in any course can exempt their spring exams.

Pace students set a very high bar for themselves which results in a lot of self-induced pressure come exam time. English teacher Mr. Canfield thinks that the reaction is over the top and claims that students are "faking it." Ms. Riley has a different take on the reaction of students: "I think Pace students and Pace culture is very anxiety driven about the grades they receive on exams, which is natural to the culture.

I don’t think it's good or bad, I think it just is. I do think that some Pace students definitely need to relax."

While the anxiety is distressing, Pace exams are a great preparation for college where students may only have two tests and a paper before the exam, and if they fail the exam or don't take it seriously, they will most likely fail the course.

Photo: Dori Greenberg

If you are a fan of mustaches and patchy beards, then surely you've heard of "No Shave November." It is an annual tradition to raise awareness of men's health issues such as prostate cancer.

No Shave November is actually known internationally as "Movember," standing for "Mustache November." It began in 1999, in a pub one night in Adelaide, South Australia. A couple of young men coined the term "Movember" with the idea of growing mustaches for charity during November. It quickly spread and became a nation-wide phenomenon, raising upwards of 100 million dollars for charities and other important causes each year.

Most students are not aware of the hardships participants of this event face. "I never thought I

could get more ugly," said junior Ethan Schneider, who began growing facial hair in support of the event. Students are not the only ones that take part, as teachers like to join in also. "I am participating by using carefully crafted tufts and cutouts," said English teacher Dr. DuPree.

"Well, I kind of always do 'no shave,' don't I?" said Mr. Ball.

Although No Shave November is a charity event, students are not allowed to not shave for a month at Pace because it violates the handbook. "Mr Gannon made me shave," said Ethan. But Mr. Gannon clarified the policy.

"Pace is a huge supporter of Movember," said Mr. Gannon.

"It even follows the dress code."

According to Mr. Gannon, as long as a student does not grow a beard, they are allowed to grow a nicely trimmed mustache during any time of the year. Let it be known that there is a huge difference between not shaving for a month, and growing a clean mustache.

college choices. "I really, really enjoy watching a kid getting excited about going to college, about opening a new chapter in their lives," she said.

Mrs. Meyring's constant positivity makes the sometimes trying job of tracking down kids to get their application in much easier for both the student and herself. Even on the worst of days, Mrs. Meyring always has a bright smile on her face. "Just never let the world get you down.

To quote Taylor Swift, 'Shake It Off,'" she said when asked what tips might help a student stay positive. "I'm so blessed to work here, and I just try to be thankful

U.N. leader Ms. Smith praised her for her cheerful deposition.

"Obviously, we need her cheerful, optimistic, pleasant, outlook to counter my negative, overbearing, vindictive, screaming persona," said Ms. Smith.

While in college at Furman University, Mrs. Meyring majored in theatre. Right out of college, she worked at the Alliance Theatre in Midtown for three years, and she is now involved in the Pace theater program. Mrs. Meyring works with the productions as a hair and makeup specialist. The opportunity to work in the theater program came when she first came to Pace and mentioned to Dr. Mengert her past in showbiz. He asked her to come work backstage on hair and makeup during the musicals and Mrs. Meyring gladly accepted. "I just love doing people's hair and helping out with the productions," she said.

She recently helped with the fall musical, "Into the Woods," and even rollerbladed onstage for "Xanadu."

Outside of school, Mrs, Meyring loves to hike and bike with her husband and her son.

She also enjoys reading and, whenever she has time, doing the Jumble in the newspaper.

(L-R): Mr. Newman helps junior Jake Jenkins prepare for his exam.

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Students Celebrate Grand Holiday Traditions Photos : Lindsey Sample

Dori Greenberg Staff Writer Class of 2016

Cooking, singing, eating, lighting candles, family, presents, eggnog, ice skating and cuddling up around a warm fire are only a few of the wonderful experiences during the holiday season that makes it the favorite time of year for many. In the Pace community, families have many different traditions for celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. “We get together on a Saturday night before Christmas, hang our ornaments and drink eggnog,” said junior Philip Elliot.

It is safe to say that many people at Pace celebrate a “typical” Christmas. “First, we have breakfast together as a family and my dad makes pancakes,” said junior Frances Crisler.

“Then we go and open our stockings, and after that we open our presents.” Chemistry teacher Mr. Sandoe reminisces on his

Junior Lindsey Sample (center) poses with her two siblings for a holiday picture, one of their traditions. holiday traditions as a child, saying, “We were never allowed to open our presents on Christmas Eve. You always had to wait until Christmas morning, although my brothers and I would always sneak to the top of our stairs and try to watch for our parents to see if they were putting presents under the tree. We would get up

and open presents as a family in the morning, and then go to my aunt’s house for Christmas afternoon and have some sort of ham meal, or whatever it was that year.”

Rather than focusing entirely on their family, The Holifields give back over the holiday season. When they lived

in Westport, CT, they spent Christmas morning with elders in a retirement community. They had breakfast and played games with the residents. “We used to celebrate Kwanzaa when the boys were really young, just so that they had an idea of their cultural roots,” said Mr. Holifield. “Kwanzaa is not a religious

holiday – it is not affiliated with Christmas or anything – it is more about black culture.”

Christmas has the reputation of being one of the most cheerful holidays, but does Santa and one morning of opening presents beat out eight nights of celebrating? Deep fried jelly doughnuts, potato latkes, chocolate gelt and food galore are just a few of the delights of Hanukkah. The Jews light the candles, one additional candle per night, for eight nights while celebrating. “It isn’t all about the presents, the company is sometimes the best part,” said junior Ethan Robinson. “The first night of Hanukkah my Shabaton group, which is a group of my Jewish family friends, goes to this one person’s house and we eat latkes and other good food. You throw some dreidels, [although] it’s not an actual game, like no one actually plays the game. No, you just spin the dreidel and there’s candy to go with it. We usually sing Hanukkah songs like “Sevivon,” and we just have a really good time.”

P u t o n You r Ya r mul ke, Pace Shares Favorite I t's T i me f o r Hanukk a h Holiday Songs Zack Kaminsky Staff Writer Class of 2016

sophomore Sophie Blasberg.

Even non-Jewish students take enjoyment from the holiday, including junior Anthony Trinh. “I like potato latkes,” said Anthony.

“I get them whenever I go to Goldberg’s.”

Whether you are Jewish or not, the holiday season is a great time to relax and spend time with family and friends. Get in the spirit, light some candles, spin the dreidel, and get some gelt!

Photo: Zack Kaminsky

It’s that holiday that no one seems to know how to spell. Is it Chanukah, Hannukah, Chanukka, or Hanukka? The answer is all of the above. Many know it to be the “Jewish Christmas” where children receive their presents over eight days. They know it’s during the holiday season, but even most of the Jewish students couldn’t tell you exactly what days it takes place each year.

What is Hanukkah, and what is its significance?

Historically, Hanukkah is the Festival of Lights. As the story goes, the Maccabees rose up against a suppressive ruling regime in 167 B.C.E. that made the practice of Judaism punishable by death, but while rededicating the Temple in Jerusalem,

they had one day’s supply of oil for the lamps. A miracle occurred, and the oil lasted a full eight days, allowing them time to replenish their inventory. To mark this event, the Jews celebrate for eight days each year.

Even though it was not a ritual of Hanukkah, when Christmas presents became popular, people started buying gifts for Hanukkah, too, because of the similar timing. “The best Hanukkah present I ever got was my dog, Sammy,” said junior Brad Rubin.

With Pace’s high percentage of Jewish students, Hanukkah is a prominent event each school year. This holiday season, Hanukkah takes place from sundown on Dec. 16 to the morning of Dec. 24, and kids receive presents from their parents, light candles, and pray each of the eight nights of the celebration.

“My favorite part of Hanukkah is lighting the menorah,” said

The Garcia Family Middle School gets in the holiday spirit.

Andy Bainton

Staff Writer Class of 2016

The holidays are right around the corner, so as a fun precursor, KN surveyed Pace students and teachers about their favorite holiday music. There was a lot of variety in the song selections, as there is more memorable holiday music than people know what to do with. When junior Aaron Davis was asked what his favorite holiday song was, he didn’t hesitate, saying “‘Wonderful Christmastime’ by Paul McCartney.” People hold their holiday selections dear to them, because, let’s be honest, the music is what really brings on that “holiday cheer.”

The winner of the overall voting by the student body was “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” by Mariah Carey (36%), closely followed by “The Hanuk-

kah Song” by Adam Sandler (33%). Mariah Carey’s popular hit overshadowed some wellknown favorites such as “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” (10%), “Jingle Bell Rock” (17%), and “Jingle Bells,” (14%). The lyrics and tone of these songs reflect themes of love and happiness, whereas Adam Sandler’s Hanukkah single has become a popular holiday selection with its comedic content.

The Pace faculty had some more original selections. For example, Pace’s Assistant Athletic Director and math teacher Mr. Whyte said his favorite holiday song is “Mele Kalikimaka,” by Bing Crosby. This song is not known by many, but it is a very fun tropical spin on Christmas.

Pace favorites Mr. Player and Ms. Barbakow said that their favorite holiday song is “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” by Frank Sinatra, because it presents the sad historical context of WWII.

Elf on the Shelf's Foolery Reaches Pace Community Staff Writer Class of 2017

During the holidays, many families celebrate both new and old traditions, and one of the most popular is the Elf on the Shelf. It is a beloved family tradition that has grown over the years and captured the hearts of children who have embraced the magic of adopting their very own Christmas elf.

Junior Payton Gannon grew up with the elf tradition. “I had two elves, one Sophie and the other Fritz," said Payton. "They would always play pranks on each other. Sometimes one

would tie the other to the chandelier or lock them in the dryer.”

For many children like Payton, fond memories were created by the little mischievous elf dolls which were said to come directly from Santa’s workshop. “This tradition was one of my favorites, though my grandmother goes all out with the Christmas decorations, and I would say that is one of my favorites,” said Payton.

Though many see the elf as an exciting experience and a right of passage for children, others would disagree, specifically some of the parents. This includes upper school head Mr. Gannon, father to junior Payton Gannon and her two younger

brothers. “I was a steadfast objector to Elf on the Shelf, which I thought was silly, but one of my children, Payton, desperately wanted the elf," said Mr. Gannon. "It wasn’t until she was six, we discovered in our guest room that she had left cookies and milk in the fireplace for Santa with this pleading note for an elf to come stay with her.

That was an emotional blackmail I couldn't resist, so then the elf came and I still hate everything about it.”

Payton fondly recalls the humorous stories of the elves’ tomfoolery. By throwing toilet paper over the house or leaving flour all over the kitchen, her father claims it was emotionally

Photo: galleryhip.com

Libby Sams

The Elf on the Shelf is a popular Christmas tradition. and physically exhausting to design the next elf scheme. “Mercifully, our children are now old enough where the elf no longer has to come visit, but it took a long time to clean up and I did it joylessly,” said Mr. Gannon.

Although holiday traditions

may vary in their appeal, they still serve their purpose: to bring families together with holiday cheer. For some, the joyous Christmas experiences will last forever. As for the Gannon family, this past Christmas was the last year for the elf tradition.

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Check Out Fun, Quirky Tech Trinkets Dean Papastrat

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015

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Draw, sculpt and build beautiful designs with this 3D-printer gone mobile. The pen allows you to build many unique, small objects without any CAD knowledge by putting the power in your hand. With a durable aluminum body, variable speed setting and slick look, you will design intricate creations in no time. If you want to bring artwork to life, this pen is for you.

If you are into intense mobile gaming, you need to get this gadget. This controller allows you to place your phone into a controller-like apparatus which enables optimal performance on ported console games such as “Grand Theft Auto.” In addition, it connects directly via Bluetooth, so you don’t have to worry about finicky cables or older phones being compatible with it.

Romo is the friend you’ve always wanted. He can entertain you with playful sounds, knows how to get down on the dance floor, and can even follow you around. The real power of Romo is in its control system; you program the robot with a smartphone app that presents challenges, then you plug your phone in to control him. He’ll obey every command with a smile.

This quirky little device charges all of your personal electronic devices, in the form of a traditional toaster. While it can’t toast a piece of bread, it can bring a sense of warmth to your office or room while adding both rapid charging and expansion USB ports to your computer.

The device comes with two fake pieces of toast in USB form, just for fun.

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Students Hope for New Holiday Gems Chris Howard Staff Writer Class of 2017

Photo: Christopher Howard

This holiday season, there are a few gifts that are highly desirable and will be favorites among the lucky recipients. Here are some of the gifts that many students are hoping to receive during the holidays.

1. iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus – The new generation of iPhones are wildly popular, with opening weekend sales alone topping 10 million units. The phones sport brand new features such as larger screen sizes (4.7″ and 5.5″), better resolution, better front and back facing cameras, and improved Touch ID technology. Although nifty, the new phones come at a hefty price, starting at $199 for the iPhone 6 and $299 for the iPhone 6 Plus. Despite the price, any recipient of the new iPhone will be overjoyed with the new improvements and technology.

2. Pets – A new puppy or kitten can be a great gift to anyone willing to take on the responsibility. A dog or cat can be a heavy burden for a kid, but it can teach important life skills.

A pet fish is also a nice gift for someone who isn’t old enough for a dog or cat.

3. Subscription to Spotify – Everyone loves music, so a subscription to Spotify will allow anyone to find their favorite music. Instead of having to pay $1.29 per song on iTunes, Spotify allows users to listen to hundreds of songs for the fixed price of $10 per month. Although Spotify is free on a laptop, you need a premium account to sync playlists to your phone and use Spotify in offline mode.

4. Tickets to Events –

Whether they are tickets to a play, music concert or the circus, tickets to events are fun gifts for friends and family. Prices vary drastically depending on the event, but most music tickets range from 50 to 200 dollars.

Tickets to plays, movies or the circus are much less expensive, usually costing below fifty dollars. These events can provide great opportunities for bonding and create unforgettable experiences.

5. GoPro Cameras – A GoPro is a great gift for those who are outdoorsy and want to relive their experiences through high-definition videos. The new generation of GoPro 4 contains three separate cameras with different prices. The lowest end camera costs $129 and is great for inexperienced, yet ambitious videographers. The GoPro 4 Silver is a perfect middle level camera with a price of $399 and a very high resolution. The GoPro 4 Black is the highest quality camera costing a hefty $499 and is primarily used by professionals for extremely high quality videos. Regardless of the recipient’s skill level, GoPro cameras are the right gift for anyone who wants to capture their experiences through videos.

Sophomore Max Irvine plays with his new iPhone 6.

The cast of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” gathers around the newly trimmed tree to sing.

'A Charlie Brown Christmas' Will Energize Your Christmas Spirit Mark Handler Online Editor Class of 2016

As an avid reader of the "Peanuts" comic strip, I can vouch for how A Charlie Brown Christmas accurately portrays the traditional characterization of Snoopy, Charlie, Woodstock, Peppermint Patty and Sally. A short, 30-minute film created in just six months, A Charlie Brown Christmas explores the true meaning of Christmas.

The producers believed that the music, pacing and animation were not of a high enough quality to ensure success, however A Charlie Brown Christmas won both an Emmy and a Peabody Award, and the soundtrack went triple platinum. This year marks the film's 50th anniversary.

The story finds Charlie Brown depressed at Christmas, as he expresses his dismay over

the commercialization of Christmas to his buddy Linus. Charlie Brown decides he needs to get more involved in Christmas, so he visits Lucy at her psychiatric booth, and she tells Charlie Brown that he should put on a Christmas play. To spice up the play and make the kids a little more interested, Charlie Brown decides that he needs a Christmas tree. After he finds a small sapling at the market, he deliberates with Linus over whether it will suit the play, but Charlie ultimately concludes that it will work just fine.

He brings the small tree back to rehearsal only to be laughed at by his peers for picking such a skimpy Christmas tree. After all, the charm and magnificence of decorations and the tree are what defines the best Christmas, right? After being humiliated, Charlie Brown begins to wonder about the true meaning of Christmas. Linus explains

to Charlie by quoting from the Bible: "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace and goodwill towards men... that is what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown." After meeting with Snoopy, the play members decorate the little tree for Charlie, and they all join in humming "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing."

“A Charlie Brown Christmas" will certainly warm your heart as the "Peanuts" gang explores the real meaning behind Christmas. The soft colors behind the simple animation lends a feeling of Christmas; it is warm and peaceful. The music provides a certain calming backdrop as well. Although the crux of the film is centered around Christianity, the movie still offers valuable lessons. I definitely recommend the movie if you are looking for a refreshing classic to watch while relaxing during the holiday break.

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Landon Goldstein Staff Writer Class of 2017

“The Hunger Games,” a popular franchise created by author Suzanne Collins, finally released the first part of “Mockingjay,” the third book in the series. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1” is directed by Francis Lawrence, and stars Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen, Josh Hutcherson (Peeta Mellark), Liam Hemsworth (Gale Hawthorne) and Woody Harrelson (Haymitch Abernathy). The primary antagonist of the movie is Donald Sutherland, AKA President Snow.

“The Hunger Games” is the rare series that improves with

each installment, and Lawrence capitalizes on this and is able to apply it to the big screen.

Seeing this movie made me feel like I was actually in Panam.

Each scene’s background was extremely realistic and it seemed like it was actually being filmed in each district’s location.

However, the movie seemed to be rushing each scene, as it tried to cram all the information from the book into one movie.

It felt like each scene was only being touched upon and brushed over. There is not a lot of explaining in the movie, which I enjoyed, but if I had not read the book, I would have been confused as to what was going on.

Lawrence adds a touch of dry humor to the movie, much to my enjoyment. The director does a great job of adding the comedy

but not completely steering away from the intense emotion the story projects.

Although I read the book, “Mockingjay” was still really suspenseful, keeping me on the edge of my seat the entire time.

Lawrence adds a series of new scenes that were not in the book, which were surprisingly very intense and exciting. The movie actually ended very suspensefully, making for a perfect cliffhanger while at the same time setting up for part two.

“Mockingjay” has received mixed reviews from the press: “The film-makers have kept Collins’s best lines, allowing Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson... to show off their genuine acting skills,” said Charlotte O’Sullivan from This is London, while Kam Williams from Baret

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Managing Editor Class of 2015

1989 a ‘Swift’ Change in Style Julia Beck

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015

News said, “This uneventful installment basically treads water while functioning as a setup for the upcoming dramatic conclusion.”

I really enjoyed the movie,

and recommend that everyone go see it. Although it was not perfect, Francis Lawrence proves that it is possible to turn an unforgettable book into an unforgettable movie.

Interested in authentic BBQ served in a timely manner with delicious side “fixin’s” and smoked meats? Then Smokebelly is the right place for you.

Located in the heart of Buckhead on East Andrews near the St. Regis, Smokebelly hits the mark serving traditional BBQ to hungry customers.

From the outside, the restaurant looks like a large shack, a building that one would find in rural parts of the South along the side of a two-lane highway.

The appearance on the outside immediately gave me the feeling that the food would be true to tradition.

Once inside, you’re greeted by a welcoming host or hostess dressed in Southern garb. The ambiance of the restaurant puts you in the mindset that you are truly in a Southern restaurant, as the tables and chairs are wooden, and the lighting is created by

hanging light bulbs in Mason jars. The main room is full of TVs tuned to a variety of sports, perfect for Saturdays and Sundays spent watching football.

The restaurant has live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday along with a full bar that’s always open. Outdoor seating is an option depending on the weather, featuring a large picnic table and colored tablecloths. Open Sunday - Thursday, 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday, 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m., the menu at Smokebelly doesn’t change for lunch or dinner in order to provide the consistency that customers count on. The food is flavorful and served piping hot.

For appetizers, I tried the edamame hummus, watermelonsmoked feta salad, and the fried pickled okra. The hummus was interesting, as I had never tried edamame hummus, and it was surprisingly OK. The taste was good, but the hummus itself seemed dry. Both the fried okra and watermelon-feta salad were yummy, as they were filled with flavor and very fresh. For my

entree, I had the smoked pulled pork plate accompanied by two sides. The pulled pork came out very hot, and was lean and could be accompanied by a choice of six homemade sauces. I tried the sweet sauce, which was good.

The only downside to the pork was the small portion size.

Diners have the option of turkey, ribs, sausage, beef brisket, grilled salmon, trout and a veggie plate as their main dish.

For my sides, I elected to have baked beans and smoky braised kale. Both sides were excellent and were my favorite part of the meal. In terms of cost, most items are a bit pricey for the portion size. Smokebelly has a dessert menu, but it changes periodically depending on the season and what is fresh at the time.

Overall, I would recommend Smokebelly because of its pretty good BBQ and proximity to Pace. The restaurant has a fun atmosphere, especially during the weekends, as customers can listen to live music or watch just about any sporting event.

Photo: smokebelly.com

When most people think of Taylor Swift they think of the classic, country, “Tear Drops on My Guitar,” boy-crazy T-Swizzle. With her previous album Red she started to change it up, losing some of her trademark twang. Her newest album, 1989, named for the year she was born, reflects a complete change in Swift’s musical style, one inspired by the pop-music of the year 1989, and filled with piercing beats, unexpected melodies and a fun rejuvenating sound.

In the first song on the album, “Welcome to New York,” Swift subtly introduces and justifies this switch in the way she presents her music. Mixed in with the Tay-typical lyrics about young love and heartbreak are verses like “It’s a new soundtrack I could dance to this beat,” warning listeners that she is debuting her new sound. Swift continues with the lyrics “Everyone here was someone else before,” and “Like any real love, it’s ever changing,” ultimately declaring that she can do what she will with her music, and she

can and has changed. Really, only Taylor Swift could pull off a complete turn-around in her musical style and retain all of her fans.

The rest of the album fulfills the “heads-up” Swift presents in “Welcome to New York.” Songs like “Blank Spaces,” “Style,” and “Bad Blood” with their hard beats are sure to be fan favorites but are definitely unique from any previous Swift song.

Though these new songs are a drastic departure from the old Swift classics stylistically, with the accentuation of the 80’s pop sound, the content has not taken as much of a turn around. The omnipresent boy problems make an appearance in most songs, especially the wrenching melodies of “How You Get the Girl,” and “I Know Places.”

Swift finishes up the album with one of her longer songs on the album, “Clean.” She ultimately discards the last of her country innocence as the “butterflies turned to dust.” 1989 is unique in style, deeply exciting in concept, and emotionally extreme, but as Swift says, she “thinks she is finally clean.”

Most everyone knew she would leave country eventually; it was just a matter of when Swift would take the leap.

‘Mockingjay’ combines action and suspense with a hint of comedy.

Smokebelly BBQ Sauces It Up for Diners Josh Blank

Swift’s album cover is a Polaroid, a shoutout to the year she was born.

Photo: thehungergamesexplorer.com

‘Mockingjay - Part 1’ a Must-See Film

Smokebelly's western-inspired decor helps create the atmosphere of true authentic BBQ.

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Equality On My Mind: ‘People of the Peach’ Staff Writer Class of 2017

Alexis Wilkins Staff Writer Class of 2017

Inspired by the well-known Facebook page “Humans of New York,” two of us at The Knightly News have launched a photography page called “People of the Peach.” We aim to capture the essence of Georgia by talking with and photographing people around the state, attending events and traveling widely to record peoples’ life stories.

One of our first projects for

“People of the Peach” was to cover the Atlanta Pride Festival.

On Oct. 11-12, Piedmont Park was covered with rainbow flags for the festival. Vendors lined the sidewalk, wrapping all the way around the park. Many tables sold rainbow stickers, key chains, flags and buttons. Lots of people, queer or not, walked around the park, smiling.

The festival is meant to spread acceptance of the LGBTQA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, asexual) community. Several artists, including Meghan Trainor (“All About That Bass”) and Colbie Caillat (“Bubbly”), performed at the festival. That Sunday, Peachtree Street and 10th Street overflowed with

people cheering at the Atlanta Pride parade. Floats covered with rainbow balloons and performers celebrating LGBTQA acceptance make their way from the Civic Center MARTA Station to Piedmont Park.

Senior Jeri Brand and Pace alumna Amelia Hess ‘14 met up at the Atlanta Pride Festival to celebrate queer Atlanta. “It was inspiring to see so many other people who were celebrating their identities and queer identities coming together, especially because sometimes in the South there are protestors,” said senior Jeri Brand. “Everything was peaceful, open and accepting.”

We photographed lots of people at Pride and found many interesting stories. Be sure to

Photo: Libby Sams

Libby Sams

Pity Soire transformed her face into a beautiful canvas before attending the Atlanta Pride Festival this year.

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Three Looks Gets Festive with Keeley Harris

Sophomore Keely Harris shows off three of her festive holiday sweaters.

Libby Sams Staff Writer Class of 2017

Though the weather outside is frightful, this sophomore’s Christmas sweaters are delightful. Carrying on a tradition that her mother started, Keeley Harris arrays herself in variations of red and green for this month’s holiday edition of Three Looks.

“Christmas is by far my favorite holiday, and I find it socially acceptable to start wearing the sweaters halfway through November, but I wait till after Thanksgiving,” said Keeley.

Even though almost every sweater comes from her mother’s closet, Keeley has found a way to accessorize them on her own since seventh grade, including the classic Santa Claus hat.

Although she loves every sweater, Keeley admits to having favorites. “My favorite sweater is probably the one that jingles, but that annoys people so I don’t wear it too much.” But Keeley is diverse in her sweater choices and has considered posing in a Hanukkah sweater or even a Kwanzaa one, though they are very rare. “I’ve thought about getting a Hanukkah sweater many times, with a shout out to [sophomore] Willie Lieberman,” said Keeley.

The sweaters can carry a reputation for being tacky, but all Keeley really wants for Christmas is a memorable time with her family and maybe another Christmas sweater to add to her collection. This December, listen carefully for sleigh bells, but do not fear, for it’s only Keeley spreading her contagious holiday cheer.

U-G-G-l-y You Ain’t Got No Alibi, You Uggly Grace Francour

Features Editor Class of 2015

leg, making them both fashionable and flattering. Any way you wear them, they assure warmth from your toes to your knees.

Junior Caroline Hardison brags about her collection of ten different pairs of boots, saying, “It’s the only type of shoe that exists in my opinion. They are life.”

A newer, yet still warm

trend is Birkenstocks paired with thick, fuzzy socks. While not as warm as Bean Boots, Birkenstocks have such a large following because of their fresh look and comfortable foot bed.

Offered in two main styles, the clog and the sandal, 12 colors, and several different materials, Birkenstocks are one of

the most versatile shoes on the market. Birks and socks can be worn with jeans, dresses or the popular flowy pants. “As much as people make fun of me for my Birks, they’re back in style,” said senior Kate Mullally, proud owner of several pairs. “They’re comfy and neutral, so jokes on y’all haters.”

Photo: Grace Francour

Affecting nearly 90% of the female population, Ugg boots are the new Pace plague. Although there are many different mutations – including sequin and animal print – chestnut, tan and black are the main strains. This calamity can begin at a frighteningly young age, as Ugg makes boots for children as young as newborn. The plague affects both genders, although females are primarily the victims.

The Ugg affliction appears to be cozy and harmless, but as soon as one girl becomes infected, all female members in her circle will come down, spreading the sickness like wild fire. Some especially afflicted people can even be seen wandering the mall in Ugg boots in the summer (gasp).

Unfortunately, there is no vaccine yet, so in order to protect yourself it is recommended that you simply stay away from Uggs. I have gathered a collection of alternative shoe options,

perfect for chilly temperatures, that will help to stop the plague’s spread.

L.L. Bean’s Bean Boots are the most practical choice of footwear this winter because of the sturdy rubber sole and warm Thinsulate lining. Bean Boots come in several different styles and colors, but the tan/brown is by far the most popular. These high quality shoes are both practical and stylish, combining warm insulation with full-grain leather to achieve a classic look.

“I love my Bean Boots because they’re perfect for protecting my feet from the cold and wet: my two least favorite things,” said senior Katie Nelson. Bean Boots are paired best with skinny jeans or leggings and cozy socks.

Another time-honored look is riding boots. With a classic silhouette, these boots are a sleek alternative to the clunkiness of Uggs. Riding boots allow for a lot of creativity, as they are made by dozens of brands and come in many different colors, but still guarantee a warm option that will tie any outfit together.

They look great with over-theknee socks which lengthen the

Seniors Caroline Denny and Kate Mullally show off their winter footwear while avoiding the infected senior Morgan Baker.

Opinion

December 12, 2014

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Dean Papastrat

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015 In the good old days, students looked forward to senior year: joyous celebrations of youth, no cares in the world, and a year dedicated to honoring intense schooling. Now, calling senior year a “hell hole” is putting it mildly.

From loaded schedules to college applications and neverending leadership obligations, the entire Pace community expects seniors to glide through a gauntlet of struggles effortlessly, ignoring the stress it inflicts on students. Furthermore, administrators expect seniors to behave perfectly as if they should not have any release from the unreasonable load placed upon them.

In other words, seniors are stuck

between a rock and a hard place, set up to fail.

Take the college process, for example. Most students apply to five or seven colleges while some apply to over 12. Each college generally requires several essays asking students to explain their life stories through various literary devices, and an application so detailed a crime investigator would blush.

But wait, there’s more!

Interviews, mandatory visits, portfolios, auditions, and a slew of other requirements for applications bog down students to the point where they barely see their schoolwork.

To the typical bystander, these applications may not sound so bad. Yet, when one tries to balance applications with school, sports, extracurriculars, religious commitments, family and personal time, they suddenly

Photo: Dean Papastrat

Being a Pace Senior Stinks.

Seriously.

Senior Kamran Sadiq discusses concepts in AP Biology, trying to stay on top of the massive workload. become an immense source of added stress during the first semester.

On top of the college applications, seniors’ academic classes are among the most difficult at Pace. Abstract concepts, astronomical amounts of information, and Advanced Placement courses work every last neuron, tiring the mind. Loads of homework and studying reduce the time available for students to sleep, preventing the knowledge from being fully processed by

the brain. Sadly, students must take these difficult courses to be accepted by elite colleges around the country.

However, academics and test scores are not the only aspect of a strong college application, making seniors take on more to compete with other applicants.

It’s not as simple as participating; colleges want to see leadership. Therefore, students stretch themselves to lead clubs, teams, publications or other extracurricular activities, which only

adds to the already towering workload.

Maybe Pace isn’t the true root of the stress; maybe it’s the colleges and the application process. Maybe it’s a disconnect between students and teachers.

Nevertheless, students are drowning, and no one really seems to care. With all these factors considered, there’s no question that seniors are ready to leave Pace. The true question is how they don’t completely burn out before graduating.

Letter to Editor: Racism Produces Racists Photo: Brian Sloan Mr. Ricks Carson teaches AP English Language, Creative Writing and Literary Genres.

I like race. I like races. I like the variety of races in our school and in our country. It suits me. I like races for their differences, and because of those differences.

Don’t get me wrong: I like the race I am, and even if I could change it I wouldn’t. I suspect not many would. I was born with my race and will die with it.

I will try to be the best white man I can. I hope I will not die because of my race; that would be ironic and a shame. I hope no one dies because of their race.

I don’t like racism. At some point somebody had to think it up and persuade others that it ex-

isted and deserved a look. I wish that first thought had been DOA. I’m sure that racism produces racists. Racists produce all manner of trouble for races.

When non-racists look around, they peer through a wide lens. When racists look around, they squint through a narrow lens. It detects someone different and sends an alert. This alert sets the racist mind whirling; emotions like distrust and anger and fear take the racist’s brain in their hands and give it a terrible shaking.

I’m not one of those people who goes around humming “It’s

a small world after all” with a vapid smile on my face. I know each individual person is a little world with its own orbit, its own ecosystem, and even its own culture.

To be a racist is to forfeit your individuality, to turn your will over to an impersonal idea or group: “Here, take me, mold me. Don’t confuse me with complex words like tolerance or acceptance or love, just give me labels and stereotypes.” This surrender may simplify your life, but also diminish it.

Story: A recent freezing morning, 5 a.m., walking dog in

Virginia-Highland, no leash, he sticks close. Got my hoodie up.

Cop cruiser eases past, he looks, eases on to the corner, turns in a parking lot, turns around, watches me coming.

I take this in, he’s gonna bust me, leash law at 5 a.m. for God’s sake, OK, then it hits me. Gonna get stopped, frisked, no wallet with me—who am I? Why am I here?

I take my hands out of my pockets, yeah, real slow. Raise them up, pull my hoodie off, he sees my face, he pulls out, drives on. Why?

Pace Looks Ahead to Holidays

Jack Zook

Staff Writer Class of 2016

Photo: Jack Zook

(L-R): Freshman Walker Harris, freshman dean Ms. Riley, junior Anthony Trinh and freshman Jordan Shoulberg look forward to the upcoming break.

Opinion

Vol. 40, Issue #4

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Teachers Challenged To Keep Students Interested, Engaged Conor Pelletier Opinion Editor Class of 2016

There is not enough debate on one of the most important issues facing America and its future: the broken public education system. Students are not only failing, but they lack ambition and are complacent with their current situation even though there are opportunities to improve themselves. Students’ distaste for school continues to grow.

Of course, many students do not like classes to begin with, but it does not completely start with them. Although this may not be a problem for many Pace students, there are several issues with education that can be seen throughout the Academy.

One of the issues at Pace is the predominance of teacher lectures in class. Long, monotonous lectures can create disinterest for the students, and it causes a disconnect between the teacher and his/her students. Students with learning disabilities such as Attention Deficit Disorder

(ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can struggle in the environment of a lecture-based classroom, and students become proverbial zombies doing nothing more than the minimum for a class.

Rigid requirements for the Advanced Placement (AP) courses restrict the amount of freedom that a teacher has with his or her curriculum. “It is really frustrating when a student asks a great question that we could spend an entire period discussing, but since it is not included in the syllabus I know we can’t pursue it,” said Ms. Smith.

“Also, the schedule is restricting because teachers lose two out of every eight school days and the schedule combined with the weekend can cause students to go without class for three days, not including breaks, which also results in a loss of exposure to the material.” Teachers are still looking for solutions to keep students interested and motivated to go above and beyond in the classroom.

There are some solutions that can be implemented at Pace to improve the overall education of students. One of these solutions,

which can already be seen to a limited extent at Pace, is the use of the Harkness table in English classes.

Ms. Barbakow and Mr. Washburn are the two teachers that use this alternate method of teaching, as it encourages student discussion and forces students to come prepared for class. Both teachers also teach AP courses, and their students have done well on the AP exams, showing that alternate methods of teaching can hang with the AP requirements.

The use of class activities can also increase student interest in lessons. Such exercises are seen in classes such as Ms. Smith’s class where students stand up to show the lineage of European monarchs.

Out-of-class activities, such as field trips, often create a greater excitement for the material and give students a refreshing experience beyond everyday class life. The entire student body can benefit from new teaching techniques, but only if the teachers can figure a way around the rigorous AP requirements and schedule limitations.

Outdated Dress Code Needs Revamping Staff Writer Class of 2017

Is the Pace Academy dress code sexist? This question has created some ongoing controversy among students and faculty.

While most students understand the logic behind having a dress code, some people also argue that it is strict or limiting based on your sex.

The Pace Academy Handbook has four different sections for dress requirements in the Upper School: Daily Attire for Girls, Daily Attire for Boys, Dress Uniform for Girls and Dress Uniform for Boys. “Daily Attire For Girls,” while seemingly moderate, is actually limiting due to sex. It prohibits girls from wearing “olive drab or camouflage” pants.

The rules “shirts must be designed for girls’ wear and fit appropriately” and “jackets and coats designed for girls’ wear are acceptable” (Pace Upper School Handbook) are both sex-restricting regulations. It is understandable that Pace wants us to look like a uniform-crisp group of students. However, people can still look sophisticated while

wearing clothes outside of this boundary. Another handbook requirement is the khaki skort for dress uniform days.

“Daily Attire for Boys” does not have much leniency, if any at all. Boys are limited to pants, Bermuda shorts or jeans which must be worn with a collared shirt tucked in with a belt. A sweatshirt (“hooded or nonhooded”) is permitted any day of the school week. Not only is attire limited, but “hair may not be extreme in style or color.”

This strict regulation is almost amusing because Pace highlights the value of individuality. On dress uniform days, traditional khaki pants and a white Oxford button down are required, and as always, tucked in with a belt.

Last year, senior Jeri Brand began wearing pants for dress uniform days. Lots of people commented about this action even days later, which is honestly disconcerting.

Just because someone goes outside of the customary code of how one “should” dress does not make it a big deal or “wrong.”

Jeri does not identify as either “girl” or “boy,” which many people in our community seem to be puzzled by because it is not what they are used to.

Photo: Alexis Wilkins

Alexis Wilkins

Ms. Smith continues to reprimand junior Jordan Harris for his previously untucked shirt.

There is nothing in the handbook that strictly prohibits girls from wearing pants on dress uniform days. Also, in 30 degree weather, is it fair for girls

to struggle to keep warm while boys’ legs are covered?

Students should have more leeway as to how to dress themselves at school. I think that

students should be able to “keep it classy, never trashy” while still individualizing and dressing how they choose.

Sports

Vol. 40, Issue #4

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Football Seniors Rise to Next Level Staff Writer Class of 2016

Many seniors who played football this year are posed with one particular question: what is your future in football? The historic Pace season has come to a close, but a few Pace seniors are excited to play at the next level in the coming year.

Senior Kevin Johnson looks forward to playing at James Madison University. Kevin carried the team to the Elite Eight in the GHSA playoffs this year for the first time in Pace history, ending his high school career on a high note. In the first two games of the postseason he put up astronomical numbers, with nine throwing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns.

Kevin’s equanimity during the postseason lifted the team up both physically and spiritually,

and this characteristic of his game will bode well for his experience in college football.

Senior Jack Spencer committed to the University of the South. “I am very excited to play in college,” he said. “It has been a dream of mine since I was a little boy.” Linemen often go overlooked in the game of football because they are not the ball carriers, but Jack has been essential to the success of the Knights these past four years.

This year, Jack was a leader for the team, mentoring newcomers and underclassmen on some things he’s learned over the years. He was an amazing force for the Knights, and he will be missed next year.

Pace’s stand-out wide receiver, senior Trevor Cefalu, also put up big numbers throughout this school year. This regular season he had 320 yards and three touchdowns, making him one of Kevin’s favorite targets on

Photo: Fred Assaf

Andy Bainton

the team. Throughout his Pace career, he was a solid player for the varsity team, a leader and a role model, especially for his brother, sophomore Ross Cefalu.

Next year, Trevor will take his talents to UPenn, but he has not forgotten his roots. “I’ll al-

“It has been a dream of mine (to play in college) since I was a little boy.” ways be thankful to all the Pace coaches (especially Clement, Durrett, Coach Kev, and Coach Slade) for helping me realize my potential and setting me up with college opportunities,” he said.

“I owe everything to them.”

Senior Trevor Cefalu (shown here at a pep rally before the first round playoff game vs. Bowdon) is excited to continue his football career.

Photo: Brian Sloan

Congrats to Pace Athletes!

Kevin Johnson ‘15 (Football)- verbally committed to James Madison University; Pre-season AA All-State Team Trevor Cefalu ‘15 (Football) - verbally committed to the University of Pennsylvania Jack Spencer ‘15 (Football) - verbally committed to Sewanee, The University of the South Anthony Trinh ‘16 (Football) - led AA in Quarterback sacks (11.0); Pre-season AA All-State Team

Coach Sommerville shows his excitement for the upcoming wrestling season.

Pace Wrestling Pursues Greatness on the Mat Brian Sloan

Staff Writer Class of 2017

There comes a time in every school year where no student is safe from a brief stop in the hallways. As fall steadily turns to winter, every potential prospect is bombarded with the essential question from the lips of coach Mark Sommerville, “So, are you gonna do wrestling this year?”

Although this method of recruitment is often considered irritating to outsiders, Coach Sommerville, along with Mr. Stevens and Mr. Whyte, has been able to construct an outstanding wrestling program and culture in the school during his tenure.

Throughout the years, the Pace wrestling squad has had a reputation for achievement.

The wrestling team has experienced great success and steady improvement throughout all of last season, with three wrestlers qualifying for state and junior Jack Walsh placing fifth in his weight class. However, what was sufficient in the past is simply

not acceptable in the upcoming season. “I’m very excited about this team, even though we do have a relatively small one,” said Coach Sommerville. “I expect much improvement in the upcoming season from all the experienced and new wrestlers.”

The team is led by Jack and senior Dustin Hadley, who will be looking for help from a predominately underclassman supporting cast. The wrestling team consists of around 12 people, and the squad hopes to fill anywhere from 8-10 separate weight classes. Practices, which often range from one and a half to two hours, are both physically and mentally grueling. Coaches Whyte and Stevens are not simply bystanders, as they often interact with the students and teach them an assortment of different tactics and techniques.

Because of the small number of wrestlers, the athletes must work hard in order to maintain a strict weight. The Pace squad does not experience the same freedom as other high school teams, as one pound can make or break a tournament. Although

physically tasking, the Pace wrestlers realize success does not come at a cheap price.

On Nov. 15, the young wrestling squad of freshmen and sophomores journeyed to Archer High School. Despite being a highly inexperienced team, the Pace wrestlers dominated the competition, winning 12 out of 18 matches overall. Freshmen Chip Ratcliff and Frank Houser both exceeded all expectations by garnering a perfect 3-0 record in their first high school wrestling experience.

The first meet definitely gave the underclassmen confidence and a thirst to aspire for greater achievements. “I want to do well and placing at state is definitely the ultimate goal,” said freshman powerhouse Frank, who wrestles all year round. “Practices are tough, but the end result is worth it.” If the first meet is any indication, the wrestling squad should perform well, especially when the team is at full strength.

Although the wrestling team is often overlooked, this upcoming season should prove to be unforgettable.

Deandre Byrd ‘17 (Football) - preseason AA All-State Team Jamaree Salyer ‘18 (Football) - Adidas Freshman All-American Gunnor Faulk ‘18 (Football) - Adidas Freshman All-American Realus George ‘18 (Football) - Adidas Freshman All-American Harrison Moncino ‘15 (Diving) - signed Letter of Intent to Miami University (OH) Lauren Hadley ‘15 (Softball) - signed Letter of Intent to Bucknell University; Region 6AA Player of the Year; Region 6AA First Team Honors Nora Harlin ‘15 (Softball) - region 6AA Sportsmanship Award; Region 6AA First Team Honors Mark Grenader ‘15 (Cross Country) - selected to Class AA AllState Team; finished 5th overall at State meet Jack Douglass ‘18 (Cross Country) - selected to Class AA AllState Team; finished 6th overall at State meet Natasha Goehring ‘15 (Volleyball) - First Team All Area: Libero Kaki Cox ‘17 (Volleyball) - First Team All Area: Outside Hitter Cooper Drose ‘15 (Water Polo) - School Record for Career Assists (79); School Record for Goals in a Season (86) Ciara Sadaka ‘16 (Water Polo) - Named to Academic All-American by USA Water Polo

To check out more sports articles, including Brian Sloan’s Swimming and Diving Feature, go to: www.knightlife.paceacademy.org/knightlynews