Vol. 40, Issue 8

May 15, 2015

Vol. 40, Issue #8

The

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p. 2 Reflections on First Year in New US

p. 8 Coach Palmerton Leaves Mark

p. 12 Senior Predictions

Class of 2015 Leaves Lasting Legacy Photo: Ryan Vihlen As members of the Class of 2015 graduate, they will go to many superb colleges and universities not only in the United States, but also in countries such as the United Kingdom.

Brian Sloan

Staff Writer Class of 2017

At the beginning of the year, there were many uncertainties as the Pace community faced significant changes. Moving into the Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School was a massive shift which could have easily spelled havoc; however, time and time again the Class of 2015 exemplified poise and leadership in the face of new challenges.

From the senior parade on the first day of school to GAP Day, the seniors have created a lasting legacy that will guide the Pace student body for years to come. "I think the primary reason for the success of this school year was that the entire senior class stayed together, no matter

what the situation," said student body president Matt Tanenblatt.

The impact of the seniors was not limited to any one area, as they excelled not only academically but on the stage and on the field as well. With a huge number of seniors growing up through the theater program, the high school productions will sorely miss their leadership and energy.

"No matter what show I performed in at Pace, I always felt welcomed and appreciated by both the faculty and by my fellow seniors," said senior Caillin Cooke, who played Cinderella in "Into the Woods." "The theater program really allowed for the seniors to grow closer together, as we participated in the program we loved."

In athletics, the Class of 2015 is graduating a whopping

12 seniors who plan on playing their respective sport in college.

Whether it is football, diving, basketball, soccer, fencing, softball or rowing, the graduating seniors hope to take the skills they have acquired throughout high school to the next level.

"This class is loaded with student-athletes who excel in both the classroom and on the field. Their quantity is easily matched by their quality," said athletic director Kris Palmerton.

"It is also important to note that almost all seniors made an impact on their teams throughout high school, and the recognition extends across the grade."

The Class of 2015 has left its mark extensively on both the Atlanta community and places across the globe. From constructing houses for the homeless in Romania to sorting

food at the local Food Bank, the seniors have been exemplars in community service. "The participation throughout this year has been amazing and I am so proud of the number of seniors who have left a legacy on the many service projects Pace offers," said senior Larine Hamied.

With five graduating executive service leaders, Pace has a large hole to fill in the wake of their departure.

"I have only been at Pace since the start of second semester and I am continually impressed by the passion and leadership of the senior class in regards to the Pace Service partnerships," said service director Mary Liebman. "On average, this senior class served over 90 hours during their time in Upper School. The passion and dedication that I've seen from

these seniors inspires me daily."

Through their service to the community, the senior class has left a blueprint for years to come.

The graduating class features a wide array of collegiate choices, and the class fared substantially well in the admittance process. Whether it's Georgia, Vermont, California or the Carolinas, the seniors will undoubtedly further their legacy in their future educational pursuits. But no matter where they attend, the real home of the Class of 2015 will always be here at Pace Academy.

"Through every step of the year, the seniors have continually made me proud to call myself their class dean," said Ms. Anderson. "The entire Pace community, myself included, will look forward to seeing their successes on the global stage."

Grace Francour

Features Editor Class of 2015

Seniors are often eager to get out of the house and head off to college by the time May rolls around, but having to leave their second home, the Academy, elicits a different reaction. The "Lifers" make up a third of the senior class and know nothing else besides Pace. They are leaving the school they have attended for the past 13 years, where almost all of their most vivid memories have been made. In addition to the Lifers, many seniors involve themselves so thoroughly in the

Pace community that leaving will be tough. Senior Natalie Marcrum sums it up best with a single word: "Bittersweet."

Senior and Lifer Anna Hoffman might be the most upset to leave, as she broke down in tears when asked how she felt about leaving Pace. "I would truthfully, deep down inside, rather take a fifth year at Pace," she said.

"There are a lot of AP courses I haven't taken that I would take in my extra year. I just don't know where I'd sit in assembly."

Senior Kate Mullally has only spent her high school years at Pace, yet wants to cry thinking about it, saying, "I never want to leave." The sadness comes from the realization that

a huge change is coming. "I'm a little upset because a big part of my life is over," said senior and Lifer Matt Seaman, "It will be weird leaving my second home."

While leaving Pace evokes a strong emotional response in some, it also brings excitement. "It's a little weird and sad to think that I won't be coming back here next August, but my excitement for starting somewhere new makes up for it," said senior Moriah Wilson, who has been at Pace for 10 years.

Seniors who recognize that change is often a good thing are less upset about graduating. "I'll miss my friends, but I'm excited to leave because some people are starting to get annoying," said

Photo: Grace Francour

Seniors Say Goodbye Senior Morgan Baker is going to have to be ripped away from the Academy, she'll miss it so much. senior and Lifer Caroline Mills.

"I'll miss my routine. I don't know what I'm gonna do because I have been doing so much Pace stuff for so long." Senior and Lifer Dustin Hadley agrees, saying, "I'm sad about leaving after 13 years, but at the same time I'm really excited to be moving

on to college."

Even with graduation looming, a few seniors haven't really felt the effects of leaving yet. "It hasn't hit me yet," said senior Jessica Castro. For those who can't wait for May 16th, senior and Lifer Maria Grenader said, "It's been a long time comin.'"

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Students Reflect on Year in New Building Photo: Lee Wilson

Josh Blank

Managing Editor Class of 2015 As the year comes to a close, seniors begin to say their last farewells, and the late night cramming for exams begins. It’s a perfect time to reflect on what a great year it has been in the new Upper School. This magnificent building has provided students and teachers alike with a wonderful place to learn and teach. It has given a sense of community to many Pace students, and the building is something to be proud of.

The transition from the trailers was relatively easy and went according to plan. Classes weren’t difficult to find and the building wasn’t hard to navigate.

In addition, students love all of the nuances in the building such as the bouncy chairs and fireplace in the library and the TVs in the commons.

Many aspects of the new building are highly appreciated.

“My favorite part is either the terrace or library; I like how the

Students take advantage of the Correll Richards Family Student Terrace to study. library has study rooms and that there is a quiet floor and a louder floor,” said freshman Amy Butler. “The terrace is fun to go on during my frees with my friends and the view is really cool.” In an informal poll, most of the students shared that the commons was their favorite space, with the

library rated a close second.

Although the building has been well received, there are improvements that can always be made. Oftentimes in new buildings, deficits aren’t noticed until a year or two later, once spaces have been completely broken in and the excitement has

Photo: Fred Assaf

At the conclusion of their Spirit Week dance, the Class of 2016 celebrates in the Inman Center.

Class of 2016 Prepared To Lead Upper School Zack Kaminsky Staff Writer Class of 2016

At the end of the year, a new regime will start their year-long command of the Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School.

An exuberant, spirited group, the Class of 2016 is a great fit to lead the school into the coming school year. A mix of scholars, athletes, artists, and everything in between, the 2016ers are extremely well-rounded. As the Pace community looks to the future, the leadership of the Class of 2016 should not be a cause for worry or anxiety.

Although the class is strong as a whole, some current juniors have already distinguished themselves as great examples for the rest of the school. One key area where the class excels is the classroom. Juniors such as Elise Bradshaw, Jack Eichenlaub, Lauren Pickman, Johnny Reece and Andrew Wu have shown their incredible intellectual prowess through their command of nu-

merous AP courses, high grades and test scores. Academics aside, the Class of 2016 also stands out in its involvement in service, with Mark Handler, Caroline Hopkins, Ethan Robinson, Cadie Schiffer, Nicole Shafer and Julia Stern serving as service leaders as juniors.

In the natatorium, juniors Brenner Appel, Grace Ferry, Madison Graham and Anna Van Zyverden take down record after record at their meets. Owen Moncino has proven that he is an elite diver, while Ciara Sadaka has become a prominent water polo player.

On the field, players like Mick Assaf, Jean-Luc Brown, Timothy Coleman, Philip Elliott, Jordan Harris, Spencer Hemmingway and Anthony Trinh have brought success to the Knights’ football program and have aspirations of playing in college. Boys soccer players like Mark Handler, Hobie Malik and Johnny Reece provide a spark for junior class dean Mr. Fleming’s soccer squad, while juniors such as Cater Carlton, Frances

Crisler and Cadie Schiffer were pivotal in the girls soccer team’s 2014 state championship. But all of these students are just a fraction of the many athletes who are members of the Class of 2016.

Many talented juniors take to the Fine Arts Center to perfect their craft and showcase their work. Throughout their threeyear high school career, several vocalists including Tory Dancu, Ryan Duvall and Jared Goldman have distinguished themselves in school plays and musicals. The junior class also has three Cabaret winners: Lexi Rubin, James Sadlo and Lindsey Sample. Off the stage, Hope Lennox has become a prominent artist with her work shown in prestigious venues such as Atlanta’s High Museum of Art. With their talent, there is no question that the Class of 2016 will have a successful senior year. However, add in their intangibles – spirit, vigor and a natural charm – and they have the makings to provide great senior leadership to the Pace community.

subsided. “An addition I would make would be to add lockers so I’d have a place to keep books,” said freshman Harrison Lewis.

“Putting in a little kiosk for food would be great, especially since it’s allowed in the library now,” said senior Maria Grenader. “My least favorite part is the walk

all the way to the fourth floor for Tuesday/Thursday assembly in the morning and for foreign language,” said junior Carly Shoulberg. “I’m always out of breath when I reach the top; I would add an escalator and a snack bar.”

When asked if the new Upper School is easy to navigate, senior Maria Grenader responded, “Yes, my compass helped me find all my classrooms. I would’ve been lost without it.”

Although the building is much larger than both the previous Upper School and the trailers put together, signs labeling each classroom on every floor actually made it easy for students to find their way around.

In addition, each respective subject’s classroom was located on either a certain floor or specific part of the building. When asked how the new building compared to the trailers, senior Kate Mullally said, “It’s soooo much nicer than the old spaces, especially the bathrooms and hallways. I enjoyed the trailers, but I’m glad we only had them for a year.”

In Memoriam Brianna Cochran 1994-2015

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Five Minutes with Julia and Dean Dori Greenberg Staff Writer Class of 2016

Joe Loughran Sports Editor Class of 2016

Knightly News: How does it feel to be leaving Pace?

Julia Beck: It’s exciting to move on to the next step, but I’m definitely sad to be leaving all my friends.

Dean Papastrat: Like Julia said, it’s bittersweet. It’s really nice to be going to college but really sad to be leaving all of your teachers and friends that you’ve become so close with.

KN: What is your favorite Pace memory?

JB: I really loved riding elephants in Cambodia and meeting new friends on both the Romania and Cambodia trips.

DP: Back in the old Upper School, a mix of the gnomes and the nerds had a super awesome gaming party in the computer labs.

KN: What are some words of wisdom you want to leave for the Knightly News staff?

DP: Don’t trust Joe, and always have someone ready to carry the papers on handout day.

KN: Do y’all ever get on each

Senior KN editors-in-chief Dean Papastrat and Julia Beck hope to leave a legacy for future staff members. other’s nerves?

JB: Of course, all the time.

DP: Well thanks, Julia. Yeah, Julia’s just a walk through the park.

KN: Do you plan on carrying your KN experience to college to do journalism?

JB: I’ve been thinking about it, but I’m currently undecided.

DP: Probably not, but you never know what the future holds.

KN: What’s your most embarrassing moment at Pace?

JB: I always sit in the front row

at assembly, because my last name starts with B, and one time I tripped in the FAC and fell down like six stairs.

DP: I really don’t want to say anything about the booth, because I don’t want to be selfconscious about it.

JB: You have so many...

DP: I embarrass myself so much on a daily basis that nothing really stands out as the most embarrassing.

KN: What legacy do you want to leave at Pace?

Zack Kaminsky Staff Writer Class of 2016

As the freshman class files out of the buses at Camp Skyline in Mentone, Alabama, they officially begin their high school career. Are they ready? Probably not, which is why they are split into groups and assigned their own counselors for the rest of the year, who are there to lead the best freshman class at Pace – and no, that’s not referring to Transitions. The Peer Leadership program, in which eight pairs of seniors mentor their assigned groups of freshmen every Thursday D period, helps guide the ninth graders through their ominous first year of high school. This coming school year, the groups will be led by some of the most animated students in

the senior class.

The eight boys are current juniors Andy Bainton, Jean-Luc Brown, Jack Eichenlaub, Ethan Freishtat, Mark Handler, Sean Murtaugh, Harrison Ray and Ethan Robinson. When asked what he can bring to the table, Ethan Freishtat explained that he thinks his dance moves will thrill the freshmen. “I’ve been told I have one of the best “whip sike” moves in the school,” he said. “The video of it has sort of made me a celebrity around school.”

Each of the boys participates in the Pace athletics program, on the soccer, baseball and lacrosse teams, to name a few. Also, they are all enrolled in rigorous AP courses which will challenge their time management skills. At times, their academic lives can be hectic, but they have shown their abilities to achieve success in all aspects of school during

their first three years. With this group, the freshmen will have great role models to follow for juggling their busy high school schedules.

The girls in the group include Lauren Archer, Retta Carolin, Mary Stuart Gray, Haley Hartman, Jillian Paul, Lindsey Sample, Emma St. Amand and Julia Stern. Like the boys, the group is well-rounded and talented inside and outside of the classroom, with each participating in AP classes and sports squads at Pace. As sophomores, Jillian raced on the cross country team and Haley played on the soccer team, both winning their respective GHSA State Championships. In addition, Julia is a service leader, while Mary Stuart and Lauren have taken prominent roles in student government. Lauren might be the most interesting peer leader because of her experience this

Photo: Zack Kaminsky

Meet the New Peer Leaders

DP: I am my own legacy. At least, that’s what others have told me.

JB: I would like to be remembered as friendly, nice and hard working. Also, that I made lots of friends in all grades and that teachers like me. I’d like to think that I would leave a good legacy.

KN: What’s the best article you’ve ever written for The Knightly News?

DP: The one that didn’t get published, something about Student Council.

JB: Probably my one about the Shooting Club because most people read that one, but I also enjoy doing Five Minutes and stuff.

DP: Five Minutes is literally the worst.

KN: What is your favorite quality of the other person?

JB: Probably how Dean is just such a hard worker. If I’m worried about something getting done, he’s probably already done it.

DP: Julia’s the nicest person.

Whenever I want to tear the newspaper sophomores to shreds (because they aren’t doing their work), Julia will go and talk to them in a way that doesn’t make it seem like they’re utterly worthless. I have a problem with coming across too harsh sometimes... It’s a kinda big problem.

KN: What are you going to miss most about Pace?

JB: My teachers and my friends and stuff, and also the community.

DP: I’m going to miss everything. I’m excited to leave because it’s extremely stressful doing so many things at once, but at the same time I love working on theatre shows, I love working on Student Council and Newspaper, and I love all of my teachers. They’re absolutely fantastic, especially my senior year teachers, and, of course, my friends.

Peer Leaders say that their group text has already helped them bond. school year studying abroad in Spain. “I have to be the new kid again this year at school,” she

said. “It’ll give me a good point of view for Peer Leadership with the new incoming freshmen.”

Tips, Tricks To Help During Exam Week Andy Bainton

Staff Writer Class of 2016

With exams next week, stress levels are high. While seniors and juniors have already started their anxiety-filled marathon with AP exams, freshmen and some sophomores are still inexperienced when it comes to testing at Inman tables with

the blue gym floor cover in the second semester. To help these neophytes during this stressful time, KN accumulated some tips and strategies to help optimize success.

1. Study with a partner.

Say you didn’t pay full attention every day this semester...

Or perhaps (in the case of Ms. Stevens), you have a cumulative exam with copious amounts of information on it. Chances are, you don’t remember, or don’t

have notes of EVERYTHING that will be on your exam. That’s why it’s good to study with a friend, to ensure that you are covering everything that needs to be covered.

2. Use Quizlet. This is essential for anything with vocab.

That means foreign language, English, history, etc. Make them, use them and love them. Quizlets will become your best friend.

3. Make timelines. It seems like this is only relevant for

history, but it’s not. Organizing all subjects chronologically is extremely helpful in reviewing information that was taught earlier in the year.

4. Teach the material to someone else. This is a way of testing yourself. If you understand the material well enough to teach it to someone else, you definitely know it well enough to get an A+ on your exam.

5. Take breaks. This tip is the most crucial to establishing

good habits. It is better to spend an hour studying and an hour taking a break than “studying” for two hours straight but having your phone around or the TV on.

If you focus intently on what you are doing by sitting at a desk, getting all of your material out, and not having any distractions around, you have earned yourself a break, which you should spend taking your mind entirely off of studying.

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Rising Seniors Pursue Summer Internships Photo: Haley Hartman

Sean Murtaugh Staff Writer Class of 2016

As Pace wraps up yet another busy year, students begin to shift gears towards summer. Most students attend summer camp, play for travel sports teams, or vacation with their families in order to keep busy. However, some prominent rising seniors are looking to separate themselves from the rest of the crowd as they begin the college process.

They are exploring future career paths by pursuing internships at various companies and organizations.

Junior Haley Hartman will be working in Canada for a month at the Adidas International Training Program, a

Haley (R) kisses a replica of the World Cup trophy with Estée Park during her internship in Spain last summer. sports marketing company that helps with trip management. At Adidas, Haley will make promotional videos/advertisements that she will share on the company’s Facebook and Twitter pages.

Haley worked with Adidas ITP last summer in Spain, and you can find some of her videos on the company’s social media outlets. “I am ecstatic to be working with Adidas once again,” said

Haley. “Interning with them last summer was one of the best experiences of my life.”

Junior Mitch Inman has already started working for the company that he will be interning with this summer, a personal shopping company called 2 Maven. 2 Maven helps people, as well as companies, buy clothing based on their preferences, budget and needs. Mitch helps 2 Maven promote their company over several social media outlets, compile weekly reports on sales, and organize client profiles.

“Sometimes I even get to shop for some customers and in my free time buy things for myself,” said Mitch. “The experience at 2 Maven is unique and will help me pursue my dream job of becoming a creative director of a high end marketing company.”

The St. Louis Rams organization will welcome junior Mick Assaf to their work force this summer for two weeks. Mick was able to obtain such a unique job with his personal connection to the Rams general manager, Les Snead. “During the Fantasy Football season Mr. Snead was a very helpful resource,” said Mick. “With the great insider information he provided I was able to draft a star-studded team.” Mick will intern in their player personnel department where he will break down film of free agents, try and find players that would fit the system, and talk about roster moves. “I am thrilled to work with the Rams this summer,” he said. “When I grow up I want to be a general manager, so this internship will help me learn the ropes.”

Global Education Trips Broaden Perspectives Staff Writer Class of 2016

This year, Pace has explored the world’s water problems with the Isdell Center’s theme. This summer, many Pace students will travel across the globe to experience and learn about foreign cultures. The first expedition leaves on May 25 to Italy, returning on June 7. Students will be traveling with beloved Pace teachers Erica Barbakow, Matt Ball and Gavin Bradley on a trip that aspires to teach kids about the rich history and culture that Italy has to offer. The group will visit major cities such as Florence, Rome, Sorrento and Pompeii, stopping at famous sites such as the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain.

Another group of Pace upper schoolers will explore India with art teachers Jane Sibley and France Dorman. The goal of this trip is to teach students about the arts that other cultures have to offer (including both ancient art and modern art), as well as expose them to India’s up-andcoming urban infrastructure.

“I’m expecting to be humbled by how people in India live,” said junior Frances Crisler, as she will see up close the waterrelated issues that people face on a daily basis. This trip is particularly enticing for students who are interested in photography, as there will be many opportunities to take photos of scenic landmarks such as the Taj Mahal and Jaipur, a city with many beautiful palaces and forts.

Tim Horner will continue his annual trip in July, as he will take a few students to

Cambridge, England. Senior Blake Murphy and juniors Sean Murtaugh and Emma Laura Gash will travel to the UK to enjoy London and also sit in on lectures from Cambridge professors. The group will be meeting up with many other groups from schools around the world to learn about the British culture and enjoy the intellectual atmosphere. For Emma Laura, this will be her first time outside the U.S. “Ever since I was little, I’ve wanted to go to England,” she said.

Pace students will also travel with teachers Kevin Ballard, Trish Anderson and Jonathan Day to Botswana and Namibia with the goal of studying water issues and possible solutions.

This will be the highlight of the Isdell Center’s Scholars program, because teachers and students alike will get hands-on

Photo: Matt Tanenblatt

Andy Bainton

(L-R) Austin Little, Matt Tanenblatt and Matthew Seaman prepare for an intense game of croquet while in England last summer. experience with areas that struggle to get water on a daily basis.

The studying of these areas will help students think outside of the United States, where water is taken for granted, while assessing water issues and possible

solutions. “I am excited to be in Africa for the first time in my life,” said junior Alec Rogers.

“The water scarcities there are much more severe, and the problems they face are different than those in America.”

Braylin Robinson Paints Pathway to Success Staff Writer Class of 2016

Flash back to an elementary school in 2000 or 2001. The teacher, Ms. Angelo, calls upon her class of thirty first-graders to draw a picture of their favorite animal. About 20 minutes pass and the majority of the students finish their assignment. As the teacher reviews the pictures, she comes across one that clearly depicts a dragon with great illustration and detail. She commends the young student for his exceptional work that proves impressive for a six-year-old. At this point, the little boy realizes that a door has opened to a room full of pastels, paintbrushes, paper and pencils. On this day, an artist was born; his name is Braylin Robinson.

“Art makes me feel good inside,” said Braylin. “It makes me feel special knowing that I have a talent in something that not everyone is capable of.” Art is

Braylin Robinson stands with one of his portraits, which he named “Rude Boy.” This painting was purchased by Mr. Carson.

Braylin’s gateway to intellectual expression. Like many renowned artists, his thoughts and feelings are aspects that he transfers to a surface. However, one concept stands tall that separates Michelangelo from the Average Joe: the great artists are not only able to transfer their thoughts and emotions to a surface, but they are also capable of presenting their work in a way that is decipherable to people. “I love being able to shift what I’m thinking to a

canvas,” said Braylin.

After realizing his talent, Braylin has been in search of a style that accentuates his abilities and garners the attention of the public. “I’m not sure what my purpose is,” he said. “Most great artists have their own developed style and I’m still trying to develop mine.” Although Braylin is at a crossroads with the initiation of his art career, he has still produced some phenomenal work that has caught

the eyes of many in the Pace community.

One person who has been impressed with Braylin’s dedication is upper school art teacher Donice Bloodworth. “Braylin probably works at his craft harder than anyone else at Pace,” said Mr. Bloodworth. “Since football season ended, he has spent many long afternoons in here perfecting his work. It’s been really cool to see.”

Those same pieces of work are reflections of Braylin’s current approach to his art. “My ideas are inspired by other street artists,” he said. “The message is intended to be positive and to promote knowledge and peace.”

Braylin has already begun profiting from his art. Recently, he sold a painting called “Rude Boy” for an undisclosed amount.

“He’s very talented and has a lot of potential,” said Mr. Bloodworth. “I think he definitely has a career in art.” Braylin’s art can be seen on the second floor of the Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School outside the entrance to the Woodruff Library.

Photos: Landon Goldstein

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Jordan Harris

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Honor Council Expands for 2015 Staff Writer Class of 2016

The 2015-2016 school year will usher in a new era for the Honor Council, which will double in size. First, the current Dean of Students position will be filled by two new Co-Deans of Students, Mr. Sandoe and Mr. Whyte.

“Both Mr. Whyte and I are very excited to work together in the Dean of Students role,” said Mr. Sandoe. “Dividing the work between two people will help us be very efficient and achieve some of the goals we have in mind for the future. Since Mr. Whyte and I both coach multiple sports, we’ll be able to help

each other out with scheduling conflicts.”

Not only will the Dean of Students position double, but each grade will now have four students on the council, as opposed to the past number of two.

This change will bring more diversity to the position year-toyear instead of having the same two students as honor council members all four years, which the council has previously been criticized for.

In a 2014 Knightly News opinion piece, Hayley Silverstein ‘14 wrote, “The Honor and Discipline Council has elections every year, but the elections are not competitive and members are not held accountable by the student body.” The addition of new members will improve upon this current issue by letting in

more competition.

Hayley also criticized the spring voting cycle, as it did not give the many freshmen new to Pace each year the opportunity to be elected, an issue which the council has already improved upon. Elections were held in the fall semester this year for the first time and allowed a new freshman, Donn Boddie, to be elected to the council “The expansion will allow more flexibility for the council,” said outgoing Dean of Students Mr. Hall. “The current number of council members is not always enough due to the busy schedules of Pace students.” This year the council has had an issue of meeting a full quorum for scheduled hearings, so the expansion will help address that problem.

Photo: Sean Murtaugh

Sean Murtaugh

New Co-Dean of Students Mr. Sandoe reinforces concepts with freshman Herb Doucet before exams.

Business, Entrepreneurs Group Mentors Girls Photo: Carlee Pokalsky

Alexis Wilkins Staff Writer Class of 2017

“When you consider that the most powerful woman in the world is the head of the Federal Reserve, you would think that in the 21st century there would be more women interested in finance,” said Mr. Keith Newman, an adviser to the Pace’s Women’s Business and Entrepreneurs Program.

Mr. Anand Dutta, a Pace parent who works for Suntrust Bank, began talking to Ms. Trish Anderson and Pace Director of Advancement Heather White last year to try to develop a program at Pace that would “focus on topics and life lessons” in a nontraditional classroom setting.

“A female mentoring program was just one idea which actually came about as a result of discussions [I] had with a couple of female analysts, Miriam Eapen and Alexa Romano,” said Mr. Dutta.

Junior Peyton Gannon works with her mentor at a meeting.

Alexa and Miriam are in an investment banking program at Suntrust. “They were looking to help students; I was looking at opportunities and was already talking to Pace, and so the partnership soon followed after having more talks with Tommy Hattori and Keith Newman,” said Mr. Dutta. “We decided to use Pace as a pilot program and review the situation after a year.”

He was only expecting about 5-10 girl participants, but he was pleasantly surprised when about 30 girls showed up to the first meeting on Jan. 22 this year.

The female mentors from Suntrust are volunteering their time to teach young women the things they wish they had known before. For instance, they tell the girls what they have discovered as new women coming into a

predominantly male environment. “They talk about how to present themselves in an interview, about budgets, etc.,” said Mr. Newman. “The next meeting we will be focusing on how to use Excel.”

The most invigorating part of this program is the nontraditional approach to learning.

About four to five high schoolers are paired with each men-

tor. Students who attend these meetings have begun to grow a personal relationship with their mentors. “Lots of personal stories are shared,” said Mr. Newman. “When girls come back for the next session, we tell them to try and get in a group with new people, but they always want to go to the same person. They’re forming personal relationships that will continue next year.”

Junior Carlee Pokalsky talked about how the mentors’ different personalities make them more interesting and affable.

“My favorite meeting was when we got asked interview questions and got tips for job interviews,” said Carlee. “The whole experience has really helped me feel more confident about my future choices.”

Next year, those involved in the program hope to expand and improve it. “We may have the chance, once everybody is comfortable, to go down to [the mentors’] facilities to see the things they do and see some excitement in that,” said Mr. Newman.

Social Entrepreneurship Invents Next Big Thing Landon Goldstein Staff Writer Class of 2017

J.F.K. once said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” Social entrepreneurship is a way for students to do just that: fix a social issue with nothing more than wits, a little start-up money, and in one case, a 3-D printer.

The past two years of the Pace Social Entrepreneurship program have been a massive hit, with numerous groups participating for the grand prize, $10,000 towards the winning project. This may seem like a lot, but it is actually just barely

enough to get a fledgeling company off the ground.

Winning the grand prize is not easy. Students face an extreme, friendship-ruining competition against their peers.

This year, 14 teams entered the competition, but only seven lasted until the presentation round in March. During this round, teams gave a pitch to some intimidating judges: Mr. Sam Moss, Mr. Matt Malament, Mrs. Kirsten Boehner and Mr. Greg Kelly.

Only three teams made it out of this round alive: Sip, PUG, and Streamline. In conjunction with the Isdell Center for Global Leadership, this year’s theme is water. Following are the three finalists.

Members: Sophomores Max Irvine, Carson Myers, Parker Payne and Seth Swiecichowski

Members: Sophomores Miles Hsu, Thomas Hoover and Jack Wallace

Members: Juniors Andy Bainton, Jared Goldman, Johnny Reece, Andrew Wu and Jack Zook

Sip is a water bottle that tracks your water consumption and sends the data to an app on your phone. You also have the ability to set goals for daily water usage, and the app will alert you when you reach them. Some neat aspects include the ability to measure the temperature of your water and calculate how much water you should be drinking based on weight, age, etc. It even utilizes the most advanced Bluetooth technology. The bottle and app combo retails for $35.

PUG stands for Portable Underwater Generator. PUG is a charger that uses the power of flowing water to harness energy.

Although products that do this are already out there, they are far more expensive and not as mobile as PUG. Pace’s 3-D printer was used in creating a prototype.

PUG uses an impeller (opposite of a propeller) to generate electricity which is transferred to a battery. The battery charges your devices. As of now, PUG will retail for $65.

Streamline is the one-stop virtual solution for all water efficiency needs. Through Streamline you can easily find the products, services and information to improve the water efficiency of a home or business. It is a website and app that provides consumers with all things water, including news and products. It is also a place where experts, universities and services come together to provide consumers with information to improve the water efficiency of their home.

Opinion

May 15, 2015

The Knightly News

966 West Paces Ferry Road, NW Atlanta, Georgia 30327 (404) 262-1345 Knightlynews@paceacademy.org Published by students at Pace Academy Member of Georgia Scholastic Press Association Co-Editors in Chief: Julia Beck Dean Papastrat Managing Editor: Josh Blank Features Editor: Grace Francour Opinion Editor: Conor Pelletier Sports Editor: Joe Loughran Online Editor: Mark Handler

Staff Writers: Andy Bainton Landon Goldstein Dori Greenberg Jordan Harris Christopher Howard Zack Kaminsky Sean Murtaugh Eno Reyes Libby Sams Brian Sloan Alexis Wilkins Jack Zook Faculty Adviser: Ms. Lee Wilson Tech Adviser: Mr. Matt Walker

The Knightly News Editorial Policy The Knightly News is the student-run newspaper of Pace Academy. For over 40 years it has reported the news that affects Pace, as well as the opinions of students.

The Knightly News is published by the students of Pace Academy, and approximately 500 copies are printed

by Florida Sun Printing.

The Knightly News welcomes letters to the editor

and guest opinions, which may be edited for spelling and grammar, as well as space constraints. Neither Knightly News-generated opinion pieces nor guest opinions are reflective of the official policy of Pace Academy.

Every effort is made to publish accurate facts, but if you recognize an error or omission, please email knightlynews@ paceacademy.org.

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An Ode to the Academy Dean Papastrat

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015

Catastrophes of horrendous proportions afflict our decaying institution on a daily basis. One of the hand sanitizer pumps in the cafeteria refuses to dispense anything; you will never observe a single drop of cleansing, antibacterial goodness emerge from that faulty machine. It’s simply absurd.

No covered walkway protects students from bitter weather conditions on the way to the FAC or the Inman Center. What if the sun blinds someone while they walk across the quad? What if someone gets hypothermia from the combined forces of cold air and freezing rain? These are serious questions Pace refuses to answer.

FirstClass occasionally has issues with people being logged on for over 24 hours. Someone could receive a Facebook friend request email and not see it.

Think of the emotional damage done to students every time they are forced to learn patience in these stressful times; it is a grievous offense to students’ suffering minds. A multitude of speed bumps barrage students every day. One can only imagine the amount of damage we’ve done to our cars’ alignment over the past few years. I must admit that I have never understood why

When you walk into class, you don’t find students struggling with masses of assignments one could classify as “busy work.” Instead, you will find students engaged in all sorts of activities: interactive discussions gently guided by a faculty moderator, epic class-wide quiz bowls, simulations of historical events, student-designed labs, paired AP review, or even the occasional game of Catch-Phrase

on a Friday afternoon.

Teachers recognize that students need hands-on experience to absorb material through all of the senses and use all of the listed activities alongside other creative methods to encourage students to think outside the box.

Our teachers don’t just teach pure content or test strategies; our teachers teach you how to think critically.

The school’s leadership also plays a key role in this. Take the administration-sponsored Spirit Week, for example: students lead other students in organizing a complex operation that would overwhelm most adults. The Pace experience gives students the opportunity to soar and explore the world in a way that no other schools even begin to rival.

The next time you think of Pace, don’t think of that one broken hand sanitizer machine or petty issues such as a covered walkway. Think of the unique learning environment, stellar faculty, and forward-thinking administration that we are so lucky to have access to. Think of your fellow students who constantly push you to succeed in everything from sports to academics to arts to video games.

Think of how your high school experience catapults you so far ahead of the general population and prepares you to succeed in the real world.

Think not about how you changed or wanted to change Pace. Think about how Pace changed you.

am freaking out because on top of my debilitating senioritis I have no idea whether I should write my English paper or study for my Spanish test (or neither).

I am still easily overwhelmed

by Pace’s workload (why did I take four APs?) and incapable of prioritizing. Pace was trying so hard to teach me this life lesson, and I just never learned it. But does that mean I’ve failed at my Pace education? Of course not.

What my time at Pace has taught me is that it’s OK. No one here expects me to be perfect or to ace every assignment. Even when Pace is terribly stressful, in the end, it loves me and is always on my team. I may still get stressed, but Pace has taught

me how to take my problems in stride, to keep going even when I’m overwhelmed, because at 3 o’clock on Friday, I’ll remember how much I love it here.

I may have missed one lesson, but the other lessons I have learned at Pace have been invaluable. My freshman year, Mr. Smith taught me not to be afraid to ask for help (every day).

Sophomore year, Ms. Barbakow taught me to be bold enough to speak out in class. Junior year, Señora Lewis taught me to be confident in myself and what I know. And senior year, Ms. Anderson taught me that doing my best is always more than enough – and that it’s OK to take a break and watch some “Sherlock.”

anyone would want to go to a school like ours. The conditions are just too horrible to bear.

If you ask a relatively dramatic student what they think of Pace, you might get an answer that resembles the satire above.

Students often criticize trivial problems instead of focusing on the broader perspective and fail to see the true greatness of this Academy where we live, work and play every day. While our facilities are second to none and certainly provide an environment perfectly suited for learning, this greatness stems from world-class faculty, energetic administrators and a student body bursting with talent and enthusiasm.

Our teachers don’t just teach pure content or test strategies; our teachers teach you how to think critically.

Letter from the Editor: Lessons Learned Julia Beck

Co-Editor in Chief Class of 2015

I started at Pace in ninth grade, and I knew seven people.

Let’s just say the freshman retreat was rough. Since then, though, Pace has given me hundreds of reasons to love it.

I know without a doubt I would never be who I am today without my four short years at Pace Academy.

I’ve tried everything from the fall musical to basketball to Math Team, so I can decide which activities I want to contin-

By Miles Hsu Guest Contributor Class of 2017

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ue to pursue in the future (none of those). Pace has given me some of the best friends I’ll ever have, some of the most amazing experiences I’ll never forget, and also some of the most stressful moments of my life.

Let’s face it – Pace is really hard. Everyone who has ever taken an AP class (so, everyone) has had a breakdown or two in the course of their years at Pace.

I mean, why on earth would Mr. Hornor and Dr. K plot against me by putting my APUSH podcast, my WWII essay test and my fractals test all on the same day? (Literally, that happened to me.)

The thing about Pace is, it sets you up to make those tough

decisions – the “I only have time for either Biology homework or AP Literature homework and I have no idea which to do” decisions. It’s important to realize that sometimes, you just can’t do everything that’s asked of you. Sure, maybe if you hadn’t watched those six episodes of “Sherlock” over the weekend you wouldn’t have had that problem, but hey, nobody’s perfect and we all need a break sometimes.

At this point, I’m probably expected to say, “but hey, I’m glad I went to Pace because it taught me how to make those tough decisions!” Wrong. Writing this, I am in my last two weeks of my senior year, and I

Lifestyle

Vol. 40, Issue #8

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Libby Sams Staff Writer Class of 2017

Performed with tremendous enthusiasm, the spring musical “Babes in Arms” was spectacular. As if thanking Dr. Mengert for his long-time dedication to Pace theatre, the actors really stepped up and did an outstanding job, pulling off one of Pace Academy’s most comedic musicals.

It was the final Pace production for senior actors Dylan Abbott, Annie Butler, Caillin Cooke, Cooper Drose, Peter Hurley, Rebecca Husk and Cooper Peery, all of whom were highly entertaining in their roles.

Every now and then any cast messes up, but what really made this cast stand out was the amazing acting talent that glossed over any slip-ups on stage. In fact, as Dr. Mengert (or “Doc”) has always said, “You only start acting when something goes wrong.”

Because of the small number of lead roles in this musical, there was a sense of unity

throughout the cast. It really felt like an athletic team before a crucial game. Everyone played their hardest, with countless long rehearsal nights, memorizing lines, and learning notes and choreography in such a limited amount of time really paying off.

Some of the crowd favorites included Caillin’s performance as retired Hollywood child actress Baby Rose, and especially her song “Way out West;” juniors Ryan Duvall and Lindsey Sample singing “I Wish I Were in Love Again;” and the final reprise of “Babes in Arms,” featuring the entire cast.

Another entertaining aspect of this musical was the romantic interests. They really kept the show compelling through the entire two hours, which can be difficult sometimes, and the actors captured the attention of the audience with sharp, witty humor.

What was difficult with performing a musical like “Babes in Arms,” placed in a time period where racism was tolerated, was finding a balance between reality and distaste. Dr. Mengert did an outstanding job portraying antiquated racist views carefully

through the antagonist of the show, played by Cooper Peery.

He appropriately showed how the 1930s really was and how Pace will not shy away from subjects such as racism, and will openly talk about them to educate the community. By the antagonist becoming the universally disliked character of the whole cast, it was clear that his racist views were intolerable.

The musical carried two very distinct messages. One represented the troubles of families in poverty after the stock-market crash and the strife of racism; the other was a much more light-hearted view on finding love again and truly believing nothing is inconceivable if one puts their mind to it, even when it’s just a bunch of kids.

To no one’s surprise, Dr. Megert did it again. With marvelous singing, acting, choreography, costumes and set, Doc took his final bow as the curtains closed for his last show on April 25 with a standing ovation.

As a director, he has inspired so many actors to pursue the arts as life-long careers, and for that we thank him for his everlasting legacy.

Photo: Warren Sams

‘Babes in Arms’ Showcased Tremendous Talent

All members of the cast danced their hearts out every night, including junior Ryan Duvall.

Photo: Caitlin Jones

Twin Smokers BBQ Serves It Up Both Ways Josh Blank

Managing Editor Class of 2015

Alumni and students performed Encore in 2006 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the FAC.

Encore II: Farewell to Doc Alexis Wilkins Staff Writer Class of 2017

When Dr. Mengert (“Doc”) announced he was retiring in 2015, Mrs. Caroline Kulinski (Pace Class of 1997 and Doc’s step daughter) decided to reach out to Pace theater alums from all over to plan an “Encore II: Farewell to a Legend” theatrical event. Over fifty alumni, many of whom are now professional actors, singers and dancers, will join Pace students to perform a special farewell to send off the legendary English teacher and director.

“The show will highlight the last decade of Pace musicals as well as look back to some of Doc’s personal favorites from the past 44 years,” said Mrs. Kulinski. Encore II is a followup to Encore, which celebrated the 15th anniversary of the Fine

Arts Center.

A couple of years ago, Pace waved goodbye to their fine arts department chair and chorus director, Beth Barrow-Titus.

Many of the alums are ecstatic to hear that she will be returning to rehearse with them before the performance. The show will open with a number from “Kiss Me Kate,” “Another Op’nin,’ Another Show,” and close with “Les Misérables,’” “Do You Hear the People Sing.” “For me, being with these extraordinary people, and having the honor to rehearse some of the numbers for this fabulous performance, simply feels like being home,” said Ms. Barrow-Titus. “I know this will be an emotional experience for us all.”

Encore II will feature duets by some current Pace students and recent graduates with the original performers, such as “No More” from “Into the Woods” and “Captain Hook’s Waltz” from “Peter Pan.” Also, there

will be some ensemble numbers featuring performers from many different years. Sam Downey ‘14 is returning to sing a Captain Hook duet with Andre Richard, who played the role of Captain Hook twenty years ago.

Other returning students include Cory Bush ‘14, Tucker Weinmann ‘07, Tony Papadopoulos ‘11, Colin Barham ‘12, Caroline Clements Kulinski ‘97 and Ben Hirsch ‘13. Both alumni and current Pace students will join together to sing the finale, “Do You Hear the People Sing” from “Les Misérables.” “Doc has been a huge influence on my life, and I am tremendously pleased to come back and perform on the Pace stage one last time to honor him,” said Sam. Encore II is May 23 at 7 p.m. in the FAC. A cocktail reception will take place in the Gardens at 5:30 p.m. Tickets went on sale on May 2 and can be purchased online at www.paceencore2.com.

Ticket prices start at $10.00.

Located in the hopping part of the ATL on Marietta St. downtown, this hidden gem has the perfect location, as fans attending events in Centennial Olympic Park, Phillips Arena or the Georgia Dome have easy access to wonderful BBQ. The name “Twin Smokers” originates from the owners previously having smokers in the restaurant. These two red metal contraptions continue to smoke and cook a variety of meats to perfection.

Twin Smokers elected to send a culinary team across the country, trying all the best BBQ from a multitude of cities.

The result of this BBQ tour is a combination of Texas, Carolina, Memphis and Kansas City flavors, melded into one restaurant.

Each city is known for its BBQ, but each has its own signature taste. To achieve these distinctive flavors, Twin Smokers uses a variety of rubs and a few different types of wood to get smokey flavors such as Hickory, White Oak, Mesquite and Post Oak. The decor of the restaurant reminds me of a true farm/ranch experience as the tables are a rustic wood with red checkered tablecloths. The woods used to smoke the meat were stacked along the side wall at the entry.

At each table are eight home-

made barbecue sauces, each a different flavor that pack quite the flavorful punch. In addition, the hospitality at the restaurant was second to none, as the staff was genuine and attentive.

The menu itself has a solid number of options. Each meat can be served two different ways, on a sandwich or straight meat. Most dishes are served with your choice of one or two sides, with options ranging from Southern classics like mac n’ cheese or collard greens and coleslaw.

While I was there, I tried the pulled pork and brisket served with collard greens and chili.

The pulled pork was good, but definitely not great. The flavor wasn’t super strong without adding sauce to it, unlike the brisket. The brisket was extremely delicious as you could really taste the smoky flavor.

The meat wasn’t fatty at all and the portion size was good for the price you pay.

The collard greens were good, but it’s hard to go wrong with this traditional Southern dish. Compared to Fox Bros.

BBQ, I’d say that the meat was better at Twin Smokers, but the portions were much larger at Fox Bros., and there were more options.

Overall, I’d say that this restaurant is a must try, especially if you are attending an event in the downtown area. It’s a perfect option for a pre-event meal. The BBQ is good, the hospitality is great, and the smells are even better.

Sports

May 15, 2015

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Veteran AD Palmerton Leaves Mark at Pace Staff Writer Class of 2016

Over the past 11 years, Pace Academy’s athletics department has maintained a high standard for achievement and developed a strong culture of excellence among its 35 interscholastic competitive teams. The Knights have celebrated several state championships in multiple programs including girls soccer, girls cross country and boys soccer as well as numerous region championships.

Wearing navy and white Pace Knights attire with his Pace visor and a coffee-filled mug in hand, longtime athletic director Kris “KP” Palmerton can normally be spotted supporting each athletic team at one time or another during its season. But Head of School Fred Assaf announced on March 30 that Coach Palmerton was leaving his position as director of athletics effective the end of this school year.

The Pace community responded

Among those who will greatly miss Coach Palmerton is head football coach Chris Slade.

“Kris really took me under my wing when I started coaching here,” said Coach Slade. “He has shown me the ropes and taught me many things while coaching. Not only has he been a exceptional boss, but he’s a great friend who I truly respect.”

Coach Palmerton hired Coach Slade to continue developing the football program following the outstanding job that Matt Hall did as the program’s first head coach. Coach Slade is 12-10 overall in his first two years, including a trip to the Elite Eight, and during his tenure as coach the Knights have become one of the most respected programs in Class AA. Along with football, the school’s cross country program has seen some of its best years recently, including a state championship for the girls team and a top ranking for the boys team in 2014. Longtime cross country coach Jolie Cunningham has

seen the ups and downs while guiding the program for several years. She is grateful for Coach Palmerton’s support as athletic director during her tenure.

Knights head basketball coach Demetrius Smith is very close to KP. It’s a relationship that was cultivated during Coach Palmerton’s tenure as a faculty member at Callaway High School in Hoganville, Georgia where Coach Smith was a student at the time and three-sport athlete.

Coach Palmerton’s status as athletic director at Pace is a significant reason why Coach Smith chose to work at Pace.

“He’s been a great mentor,” he said. “He’s always been there for me, making sure that I am in the best position possible to succeed.

I have a great deal of respect for him.”

The success of the Pace athletics program is not the only positive aspect that KP has been a part of. An eight-time “Athletic Director of the Year” award winner, he has been instrumental in the development of Pace’s remarkable athletics facilities.

Boys Tennis Heads to GHSA State Championship Jack Zook

Staff Writer Class of 2016

At press time, the Pace varsity boys tennis team was nearing the end of another incredible season. Following a superb regular season, the Knights rolled into the region tournament and won the trophy easily on their home court, and now look to win state, playing in the AA Championship on May 9.

The team has been able to come together for almost every match this season. They had convincing 5-0 victories over region foes Wesleyan and Holy Innocents’, as well as 1A ranked AIS, and then successfully pulled out tough wins over two historically strong tennis schools in GAC and Lovett. The boys have proven that they are not to

be taken lightly come tournament time. “We want a state championship,” said sophomore Josh Nash.

Everyone this year has played an important role. “We don’t really have any key players,” said Coach Neil DeRosa.

“Our victories have been a team effort with all of the players contributing their share each match or stepping up when needed.”

The players feel the same way about the team’s atmosphere and the important coaching lessons they have gained this season.

“Coach DeRosa has brought our team closer,” said junior Nicholas Kratz. “He’s really been able to strengthen our mentality both on and off the court.”

Now that the boys have beaten last year’s result and are in the GHSA Championship, they look to bring home Pace’s first state tennis title. The boys beat

As AD, Kris Palmerton has always been a huge supporter of the Knights during all Pace athletic events. Here, he poses for a shot with the previous version of Knights mascot Sir Winsalot.

Coach Palmerton has overseen the development of the Pace Academy Athletics Complex as well as the eye-catching, state-of-the-art football stadium, Walsh Field. The stadium opened in August 2014 and has been a great venue for Knights fans to see their teams.

“It will be very hard to say goodbye to such a trusted administrator,” said Mr. Assaf in a letter to the school. “Coach

Palmerton “has helped shape our young men and women into student-athletes of character and heart. KP truly represents the ‘Pace Family.” Kris Palmerton’s dedication and service to the Pace community will always be appreciated, as he made sure that each year, the Knights athletics program competed, improved, and appropriately represented the school with pride.

Congrats Pace Athletes Harrison Moncino: First team All-State for Diving Grace Ferry: Third team All-State for Swimming Owen Moncino: Honorable Mention All-State for Diving

Bremen in the Elite Eight 4-1, with Prashanth Kumar clinching the victory in his #2 Singles match, and the Knights headed back to the Final Four. “Losing in the state semifinals last year is still fresh in our minds,” said four-year letterman and senior Matthew Seaman. “This year will be different.” It was, and the team won convincingly 3-0, beating Benedictine to advance to the state championship.

The varsity girls tennis team was also able to take a few consecutive victories and had a strong performance in the region tournament to clinch a #3 seed in the state tournament. The girls made an impressive run to the Elite 8 of the state tournament before being knocked out in a tough match against region 6AA rival Lovett. This was Mr. Marsico’s first year as coach for the girls team.

Photo: Neil DeRosa The varsity boys tennis team wins the 6AA Region tournament at the top of Pace Mountain. They competed for the State Championship this past Saturday vs. Greater Atlanta Christian.

Photo: Kris Palmerton

to the news with surprise and

Jordan Harris sorrow.

Boy’s Varsity Basketball: Region 6AA Champions, Elite Eight in state championship tournament Wendell Carter: Georgia AA Basketball Player of the Year; first team All-Region and All-State Elijah Holifield: Named the #2 overall basketball player of the Region; first team All-Region Zack Kaminsky and Caleb Holifield: Honorable Mention for AllRegion basketball team.

Jack Walsh: Finished third in A-AAAAA state wrestling meet Frank Houser: 33 regular season wins (Pace freshman record) Julia Beck: Placed fifth in the Girls Golf Region 6AA tournament Boys Tennis: Played in the Classification AA State Finals on May 9; Region 6AA Champions. See update on the KN website.

Boys Soccer: Played in the Classification AA State Elite Eight on May 9. See update on the KN website.

Varsity Track and Field: At press time, eight athletes had qualified to compete in the state championship meets, May 7-9 for girls and May 14-15 for boys: Jack Douglass - 3200 meters Michael Easley - Long jump Lauren Hadley - Long jump and 300 hurdles Max Irvine - 1600 meters Ibum Obu - Shot put Julia Ross - 800 meters Girls 4 X 400 team - Julia Ross, Lauren Hadley, Molly Marks and Sophie Blasberg The Class of 2015 has 12 students playing sports in college: Josh Blank: Soccer at Elon University Trevor Cefalu: Football at University of Pennsylvania Caroline Denny: Rowing at Trinity College Lane Dikeman: Softball at Middlebury College Hannah Ferry: Basketball at Emory University Lauren Hadley: Softball at Bucknell University Elijah Holifield: Basketball at St. John’s University Kevin Johnson: Football at University of Richmond Harrison Moncino: Diving at Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) Blake Murphy: Fencing at University of Notre Dame Olivia O’Connell: Basketball at Sewanee: The University of the South Jack Spencer: Football at Sewanee: The University of the South

Sports

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College Recruiting Heats Up for Athletes Staff Writer Class of 2016

The humid Atlanta weather is beginning to take its toll as spring advances toward summer. Temperatures top 80˚F, and while the sun warms the South, the recruiting process has heated up for many Pace Academy non-senior student-athletes.

From the friendly confines of the Pace natatorium to the raucous surroundings of the Inman Center, Pace student athletes have displayed their incredible talents while donning Knights uniforms. Their talents and abilities combined with their academic resumé have made them targets and top priorities for officials from college athletic programs.

“It is definitely a stressful process,” said junior Anthony Trinh, a member of the Knights football team. “While it can be very difficult to navigate, I always try to remind myself that I am blessed to be in the position that I am in.”

Anthony is a superb defensive lineman for the Knights and was named to the All-Region 6-AA team following a season in which he set the single-season school sack record. He currently holds multiple scholarship offers from a variety of schools, including all three of the United States service academies that sponsor Division I sports.

Photo: Anthony Trinh

Jordan Harris

Junior Anthony Trinh, pictured here visiting Boston College, has received several scholarship offers from college football programs.

Anthony is just one of many Knights football players who have caught the attention of college coaches. Junior offensive linemen Timothy Coleman and Philip Elliott have garnered the attention of many schools. Timothy has been offered scholarships to Georgia State and Furman, while Philip holds one from Stetson.

Sophomore offensive tackle Andrew Thomas has wowed scouts with his ability to keep the pocket clean while freshman lineman Jamaree Salyer has dominated opponents in the rushing game. Both Andrew and

Jamaree were invited to visit the University of Alabama and also have received scholarship offers from multiple universities.

Offensive line coach Kevin Johnson is elated that his position players are receiving attention. “We have a lot of talented guys,” said Coach Johnson. “I think when everyone reaches their potential and corrects some things, we will have the best offensive line unit in the state.”

Navigating the recruiting process can be a very challenging experience for teenagers.

Being able to perform under pressure and high expectations

Eno Reyes Staff Writer Class of 2017

Online Editor Class of 2016

Sophomore Sammy Lettes attempts a penalty kick during a OT win vs. Holy Innocents’.

Junior Jake Richards chips during a recent golf match vs.

Weslyan.

When asked what his priorities are in a school, sophomore basketball player Wendell Carter, Jr. said one word: academics. Wendell hopes to work in the engineering field and he is looking for a school that can help him develop both his scholastic and physical abilities. Wendell is a standout power forward for the Knights basketball program who has caught the interest of many coaches and schools, including coaching legend Mike Krzyzewski and Duke University.

His teammate, junior Zack Kaminsky, has heard from many Ivy League schools, which is something that has the shooting guard pleased so far. “Academics are the most important aspect in choosing schools,” said Zack.

“The idea of choosing between a handful of great academic schools would make me excited and very happy.”

The students spotlighted in this article are only a few of many Pace athletes who are being courted by colleges for their impressive abilities in their respective sports. The Academy is stocked with many student-athletes whose personal, academic and athletic qualities demonstrate excellent potential.

If you take the time to watch a Knights sports game, there is a good chance that you are watching a young man or young woman who will excel as a student-athlete on the collegiate level.

Varsity Boys Golf Drives for Success Mark Handler

Photo: Gemshots

As the school year nears the end, both the boys and girls varsity soccer teams have fought hard to bring the Pace name to the spotlight. Both teams have been carefully refined their soccer abilities and the boys at press time are in the Elite Eight of the state tournament.

The boys soccer team has been practicing hard for about three months. The team is coached by junior class dean and English teacher Brooks Fleming, as well as assistant coach Kevin Nutting.

“I think we have a really strong chance at state this year,” said senior Mark Grenader.

“There is a lot of leadership from the younger guys and the team overall is really strong.” Sophomore Tom Phillips feels the same way, saying that “despite a few issues with our finishing, the team performs well in almost every category.”

The team is led by the leadership of Mark, the only senior on the team, and junior leaders such as Johnny Reece and Mark Handler.. The boys have had a

very successful season. Coach Fleming attributes their success to experience. “We have lots of returning players from last year’s squad,” he said. “The experience of playing in close, intense games is nothing new for many of the boys.”

The girls soccer team, coming off an incredible state championship win in 2014, had hopes for a repeat of last year’s success. The team performed well this year for a squad that lost several key players to graduation last year, including Evelyn Hobbs and Kandace Thompson.

Sophomore Jessica Haidet, who recently committed to the University of Southern California to play soccer, is one of the team’s core players. “It has been a lot harder this season having moved up to 2A and losing four starters from last season,” said Jessica. “But I think the team has worked hard to play the best we can.”

The girls soccer team ended their season on April 21, while the boys’ Elite Eight matchup vs.

Riverside Military Academy was on May 9.

Check the Knightly News website, www.knightlife. paceacademy.org/knightlynews for updates on the varsity boys soccer season.

Photo: Fred Assaf

Varsity Soccer Shoots for State

can be difficult enough for a topnotch athlete in their respective sport. When college interests and scholarship offers come into the equation, the process can get complicated and affect people mentally.

“I think the most important part is staying level-headed,” said junior swimmer Grace Ferry. “Despite hearing from coaches from schools, you have to make sure you stay grounded and make sure you put your best foot forward in order to succeed.” Grace, one of the star members of Pace’s swimming and diving program, has heard from some of the best swimming programs in the country, including UCLA, USC and Yale.

She has become a standout swimmer in her three seasons in the program and looks to finish off strong as she heads into her senior year. “You have to stay focused on the important stuff while doing this,” Grace responded when asked about her attitude towards the recruiting process.

When asking student athletes at Pace about the most important qualities in an academic institution, many aspects were discussed, ranging from campus food to athletic facilities.

However, the one pillar that proved the most critical was the academics offered. Class-size, academic rigor, curriculum diversity and the variety of departments were key for the average Pace student-athlete.

The Pace boys varsity golf team is made up of a group of lively individuals with high hopes for the season this year.

Head coach Bailey Player is described as leading the team with a unique enthusiasm and character that is difficult to find in many golf coaches. Unfortunately, the team dropped their first match against an experienced group of guys from Holy Innocents’, but pulled out a statement win against region rivals Wesleyan. “The golfing Knights have been training hard with two goals in mind: winning state and getting our revenge on H.I.,” said junior Jake Richards.

The team did not let this early loss get them down, however.

This particular team is tightly knit and has a lot of respect for one another. “[Sophomore] Alex Ross can make all the shots golfers dream of,” said junior captain Kyle Orr. This group isn’t all hugs and high fives, though.

They like to poke fun at each other and push one another on and off the course. When asked who brings the most style to

their play, Alex mentioned junior Jack Dwyer, who “manages to break at least one club every time he plays.” The team also draws inspiration from professional golfer Bubba Watson, who recently has won the Masters tournament twice.

Mr. Player, the distinguished varsity coach who played in both high school and college at Furman University in South Carolina, says that there are big differences between teaching literary classes and coaching golf.

In golf, according to Mr. Player, “there is a right way to swing the club and there are many wrong ways to swing a club... When teaching, though, there are many ‘right’ ways to read a book and very few ‘wrong’ ways to approach a text.”

Having said this, Mr. Player enjoys both equally and devotes much time and energy to his players on and off the course.

He is known for his stylish and funny golf write-ups which can be found on the Pace website and on First Class US News and Announcements, as well as his colorful golf fashion. Pace boys golf is looking forward to competing in the state tournament later in May, with aspirations of a high team finish.

Year in Review

May 15, 2015

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Chris Howard Staff Writer Class of 2017

Photos: Fred Assaf, Atlanta Convention Photography, Sara Eden, paceacademy.org, Pace Communications Office, Pace Theatre, Lee Wilson

Vol. 40, Issue #8

Futures of the Class of 2015

Dylan Abbott - University of Colorado Boulder Carolina Abdullah - University of Miami Brittany Allen - Oral Roberts University Hank Assaf - University of Notre Dame Morgan Baker- Tulane University Drew Beck - Wofford College Julia Beck - Middlebury College Josh Blank - Elon University Jeri Brand - Reed College Noah Brooker - Emory University Anna Brown - University of Georgia Annie Butler - Washington University in St. Louis Alyssa Calloway - Point Park University Jessica Castro - University of Georgia Trevor Cefalu - University of Pennsylvania Caillin Cooke - Chapman University, Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music Christina Darland - Georgia Institute of Technology Caroline Denny - Trinity College Juliana DeRosa - Auburn University Lane Dikeman - Middlebury College Cooper Drose - University of Georgia Michael Easley - Clark Atlanta University Scott Eisenberg - University of Georgia Jayla Ellis - Undecided Richie Everett - University of Georgia Robert Farinella - University of North Georgia Hannah Ferry - Emory University Grace Francour - Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) Alexandra Garton - University of California, Santa Barbara Natasha Goehring - Florida State University Cassady Greene - Texas Christian University Maria Grenader - Northwestern University Mark Grenader - University of Pennsylvania, Jerome Fisher Program in Management and Technology Dustin Hadley - Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) Lauren Hadley - Bucknell University Larine Hamied - Georgetown University Nora Harlin - University of Georgia Elena Hill - Virginia Tech Ted Hobbs - Clemson University Anna Hoffman - Furman University Elijah Holifield - St. John’s University Peter Hurley - University of St. Andrews (Scotland) Rebecca Husk - University of Chicago Maggie Inman - Texas Christian University Lydia James - Grinnell College Alex Johnson - Indiana University Bloomington Kevin Johnson - University of Richmond Danny Kaplan - Tulane University Hannah Kelly - Duke University Zachary Kerker - University of Alabama Akete Knight - Gap Year Tracy Knight - Brown University Chris LaLone - Virginia Tech Magali Lapu - University of Georgia Bob LeBow - University of Georgia

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Sarah Lettes - Brown University Arielle Levin - American University Tanner Lewis - Emory University, Robert W. Woodruff Scholar Program Daniel Lipman - University of Colorado Boulder Austin Little - Southern Methodist University Daniel Luetters - Southern Methodist University Maryellen Malone - Georgia Institute of Technology Natalie Marcrum - DePaul University Rachel Merkel - University of Georgia Davis Miller - Tulane University Caroline Mills - University of Georgia Harrison Moncino - Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) Patrick Moore - Wake Forest University Rachel Morrisroe - University of Georgia Melissa Moyers - University of California, Santa Cruz Rachel Much - University of Chicago Kate Mullally - University of Mississippi Blake Murphy - University of Notre Dame Sam Nail - Reed College Katie Nelson - Duke University Olivia O’Connell - Sewanee: The University of the South Lacey O’Sullivan - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Corinne Orr - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Ashley Pace - Georgia Institute of Technology William Pair - University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Dean Papastrat - Georgia Institute of Technology Cooper Peery - New York University, Tisch School of the Arts Ella Phillips - University of California, Santa Cruz Carolyn Propst - University of Georgia Payton Pulver - University of Georgia Harris Quiner - University of Alabama Rohith Ramireddy - University of Georgia Erin Rawls - Rice University Ginny Reynolds - Southern Methodist University Braylin Robinson - Coastal Carolina University Laura Rosenbaum - Washington University in St. Louis Kamran Sadiq - Undecided Matthew Seaman - University of Pennsylvania Elijah Sheft - University of Pennsylvania Clyde Shepherd - Georgetown University Sarah Smith - University of Georgia Hajo Smulders - Georgia Institute of Technology Claire Snyder - University of Georgia Jonathan Spalten - Georgia Institute of Technology Jack Spencer - Sewanee: The University of the South Dylan Steinfeld - Georgia Institute of Technology Waide Swain - University of Mississippi Matt Tanenblatt - Dartmouth College Sarah Thomson - Washington and Lee University Chase Uter - University of West Georgia Elizabeth Willis - University of Georgia Moriah Wilson - Rice University

May 15, 2015

Senior Predictions

Dylan Abbott - Becomes Harrison’s new diving coach Carolina Abdullah - Starts aggressive driving school for cowardly drivers Brittany Allen - Choreographs for Beyoncé Hank Assaf - Becomes Atlanta’s first social media mogul Morgan Baker - Continues to eat pizza on camera Drew Beck - *napping* Julia Beck - Wins Guinness World Record for most pairs of socks Josh Blank - Voted worst sports team owner in 2025 Jeri Brand - Still disagrees with you Noah Brooker - Becomes highest paid Abercrombie & Fitch model Anna Brown - Still getting ready Annie Butler - Becomes insta-famous for artsy pictures of books and macaroons Alyssa Calloway - Starts her own theatre company Jessica Castro - Counts her freckles (1,382,657) Trevor Cefalu - Does the whip at the reunion Caillin Cooke - Beats Idina Menzel in sing-off Christina Darland - Still has that resting you-know-what face Caroline Denny - Rows to work Juliana DeRosa - Walks on to lacrosse team in college, is better than the recruited players Lane Dikeman - First female presidential candidate for the Republican party Cooper Drose - See Cooper Peery Michael Easley - Beats Kenny Selmon in the World Track & Field Championship Scott Eisenberg - Overdoses on protein Jayla Ellis - Wins award for most sophisticated cheer routine Richie Everett - Forms professional graffiti company Robert Farinella - Has very short children with Caillin Cooke Hannah Ferry - Balls too hard, takes up swimming Grace Francour - Still complaining Alexandra Garton - Turns out to be a mermaid Natasha Goehring - Wins bodybuilding contest Cassady Greene - Still talking about Knox-Vegas Maria Grenader - Married to Putin Mark Grenader - Burns out, has early-life crisis Dustin Hadley - Beats Lauren in a race, no one believes him Lauren Hadley - Loses to Dustin in a race, gives up sports Larine Hamied - Won’t leave, comes back for a fifth year at Pace Nora Harlin - Takes over Chick-fil-A Elena Hill - Still talking about her Duke TIP friends Ted Hobbs - Makes bonfires professionally Anna Hoffman - Becomes Vine famous for her dives Elijah Holifield - Officially 7 feet tall, with one foot of flat top Peter Hurley - Accidentally starts WWIII by offending literally everyone in the UN Rebecca Husk - Dates Dean Papastrat after years of denial Maggie Inman - Comes back just to eat Pace cafeteria cheese quesadillas and tomato soup Lydia James - Gets lost on way to college, wanders into Canada Alex Johnson - Starts car crash-testing facility in backyard Kevin Johnson - Punches the next reporter who photographs him Danny Kaplan - Still thinks running into the outfield is exercise Hannah Kelly - Talks to more bunnies than people Zachary Kerker - Still arguing Akete Knight - Stars in “Whiplash” remake Tracy Knight - Composes electronic orchestra fusion music for the next Star Trek movie Christopher LaLone - Shoe game still on fleek Magali Lapu - Brings back the Spirit Week ‘fro for good Bob LeBow - Legally changes last name to Elbow

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Sarah Lettes - Becomes first person to marry a water bottle Arielle Levin - Stars as Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” on Broadway Tanner Lewis - Goes to rehab for “Super Smash Bros.”

Daniel Lipman - Plays Super Bowl halftime show with his band Austin Little - Refuses to ever leave the Buckhead bubble Daniel Luetters - Continues to blow bubbles in assemblies across the nation Maryellen Malone - Writes new television series based entirely on fan fiction Natalie Marcrum - Lost in the woods for weeks despite owning hundreds of compasses Rachel Merkel - Swims the 500 Free, over and over and over again Davis Miller - Travels to Germany to find his princely roots Caroline Mills - Goes on “My Secret Addiction” for jelly beans Harrison Moncino - Turns into Sonic the Hedgehog, wins Olympics Patrick Moore - Don’t. Touch. My. Car. Rachel Morrisroe - Right is left, left is right Melissa Moyers - Becomes model for hair salon Rachel Much - Starts art museum filled with only her pieces Kate Mullally - Goes to rehab for Houston’s addiction Blake Murphy - En garde!

Sam Nail - Is the 22nd Pilot Katie Nelson - Becomes a booster for Westminster Olivia O'Connell - Turns out to be Drew’s real twin Lacey O'Sullivan - Wins a national pun-off Corinne Orr - Writes award-winning novel under the pen name “Corn Maize” Ashley Pace - Places 1st in the World Equestrian Games William Pair - Climbs Mt. Everest one-handed Dean Papastrat - Hacks Sony, again Cooper Peery - See Cooper Drose Ella Phillips - Becomes a professional beekeeper Carolyn Propst - Still painting the Spirit Week banner Payton Pulver - Becomes a crazy cat lady Harris Quiner - Still a full time delivery boy for Marcello’s at age 70 Rohith Ramireddy - Takes over the world... no one saw it coming Erin Rawls - Talks so fast she breaks the sound barrier Ginny Reynolds - Grows 2 feet taller Braylin Robinson - Brings Freestyle Friday to college Laura Rosenbaum - Forces her kids to watch “The Parent Trap” so they’ll understand her jokes Kamran Sadiq - World’s Sassiest Man award winner Matthew Seaman - Still older than everyone else Elijah Sheft - Takes a ‘Lij day on graduation Clyde Shepherd - Returns to Pace with Tanner Lewis to defeat Ms. Smith in a CompPol debate Sarah Smith - Forgets herself, starts wearing sweatpants and oversized T-shirts Hajo Smulders - Shows up a year late to the 10 year reunion Claire Snyder- Moves into the Tabernacle Jonathan Spalten - Loses jacket, wanders aimlessly in search of his true love until the end of time Jack Spencer - Becomes a trucker by age 30 Dylan Steinfeld - CEO at Baking for Breast Cancer, Inc. Waide Swain - Stars as Chicken Little Matthew Tanenblatt - Invents “Skinnies” to compete against Chubbies Sarah Thomson - Forces Zayne to rejoin One Direction Chase Uter - Starts rap group with Braylin and Scat Elizabeth Willis - Goes on “Teen Mom” with Graham and John Lawson Moriah Wilson - Goes to the Olympics again, but this time as a curler