The Eagle | Issue 2 | January 2023

By: Ethan Hogan

Effort is something that can’t be measured There is no right or wrong way to give effort To prove it you have to show it. Effort by definition is making a serious attempt to do something

Plymouth North High School recently held its first-ever Effort Breakfast" to recognize and honor students who have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to their studies. The event, which was held in the school's cafeteria on Friday, December 16th, was attended by a number of faculty members, administrators, and family members

The Effort Breakfast was initiated by the administration and staff members They wanted to find a way to recognize and reward students who excelled above and beyond in the classroom.

"We noticed that there are so many students at our school who are putting in extra effort and going the extra mile, and we wanted to find a way to acknowledge and celebrate that," said Plymouth North Principal, Peter Parcellin

""We noticed that there are so many students at our school who are putting in extra effort and going the extra mile, and we wanted to find a way to acknowledge and celebrate that," said Plymouth North Principal, Peter Parcellin

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At the event, each student was. recognized individually, and presented with a certificate of achievement, along with a handwritten note from the teacher who selected them

“It really made me feel good when I saw the teacher who selected me and to be recognized by them,” said Will Anderson, Effort Breakfast selectee

Many of the students expressed their gratitude for the recognition

Seeing how their effort hadn’t gone unnoticed

I m so grateful to be recognized for my hard work, it really means a lot to me to know that my teachers and my peers appreciate my efforts, said Effort Breakfast

Selectee Max Sturtevant

The Effort Breakfast also hosted Plymouth North ELA teacher Elizabeth. Lazaretti who gave a speech Lazaretti was selected by her colleagues to speak at the breakfast Her speech talked about how you never know what people are struggling through, and by sharing your stories you could help others

Lazaretti talked about one of her former students David, who after hearing her story came out of his shell and pulled through

She connected this all back to the effort students chose for the breakfast shown throughout the semester

r former students David, who after hearing her story came out of his shell and pulled through. She connected this all back to the effort students chose for the breakfast shown throughout the semester..

Lazaretti talked about one of he

“I see that same heart in you students here today Your teachers recognize that heart in you. You have effort, grit, determination, and I will tell you that will definitely see you through,” said Lazaretti.

The effort breakfast is different from the honors breakfast because of how students are selected To be selected for the Effort Breakfast, teachers decide based upon what they see in their own classrooms

Exceptional academic grit, exceptional effort, significant academic achievement and improvement, and perseverance over obstacles to achieve academically is what was given out as a criteria for teachers There were many teachers who used this, but also used their own criteria.

“Sometimes a grade doesn’t reflect everything that a student is capable of, and sometimes there is a lot of effort that is put in but their grade doesn’t reflect it," said Plymouth North Biomedical teacher Nancy Rozak

Now that the Effort Breakfast has been put in place, people are questioning whether the Honors Breakfast will still be held.

“As of right now, I think so We're going to tweak it a little but we ' re still figuring it out,” said Parcellin Overall, the Effort Breakfast was a resounding success Students and faculty have expressed appreciation for the opportunity to recognize and honor those who have worked hard to excel in the classroom

The school plans to make the event a biannual tradition and hopes to continue to inspire and motivate students to give their best effort in all that they do

Youhaveeffort,grit, determination,andIwill tellyouthatwilldefinitely seeyouthrough,

Howtheeffortbreakfastrecognizesstudentswho goaboveandbeyond

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From December 13th to December 14th, one hundred forty six of Plymouth North’s students competed in the District 1 Massachusetts DECA Competition Of these students, over fifty qualified for states, which will be held at the Marriott Copley Hotel in Boston and will include students from schools across Massachusetts

By: Mya Boyd

During the competition marketing students participated in role-play events that covered a wide range of topics, from automotive services to hotel and lodging hospitality Each student was expected to take a test on business along with participating in specifically targeted problemsolving experiences that related to their particular field of study within the program Students also were able to

collaborate and interact with other students that are participating in the program, not only through academic challenges but also social events that were held by DECA officials.

“DECA is a really amazing opportunity because you get to meet people with similar interests to you,” Junior Gabrielle Lopes, who will be advancing to states in March for marketing management and team decision

making, comments on her experiences during the competition “Plymouth North’s marketing program has grown so much in the last few years ”

Last year Plymouth North saw a total of 15 students advance on to the international DECA conference held in Atlanta, Georgia The school will be waiting with support for every marketing student that will be headed into Boston in March

ParkingPasses-AllYour ParkingPasses-AllYour QuestionsAnswered QuestionsAnswered

The real reason why Juniors and Seniors are paying so much money to park at Plymouth North High School

By: Eliza Terman

When it comes to parking at Plymouth North High School, students have lots of questions such as, Why do I have to pay so much money to park? Where is my money going? Where can I park? What happens if I park without a pass? Students driving themselves to school is a step toward getting older Just being able to drive in general is a huge milestone for most teens and it is something that excites them. For example, being able to drive yourself to school can be more comfortable than having to take the bus with lots of people For some kids, being around so many people on the bus can be stressful However, many students can t afford the $100 parking pass and may not want to pay it So their big question is: Why do I have to pay this much money just to get a parkingpass?“I do not know where the money is

going. I could guess that it pays our school officer that monitors the parking, our staff that maintains the lots, or the crossing guards,” said senior Jordan Sherman This implies that some students may think they know where their money is going, but they don’t and are eager to know After meeting with the Assistant Principal Mr Butters, the true answer to the Juniors’ and Seniors’ questions is finally out Painting the lines on the parking spots happens often and when the curbs are screwed up from the plowing they have to be fixed every year Also any potholes get fixed as well,” said Mr Butters Parking at the Plymouth County Commissioners parking lot, or more commonly known as the Junior Parking lot, is rented out The lot on Nook Road costs

money to keep in good shape for parking and the Little League teams who play there Also, both lots require cleanup after storms and snow. This is what you are paying for It is important to know that your money is going towards useful things like repaving, repainting lines, fixing potholes/safety hazards, street signs, and daring for the parking lots and this is all done to keep YOU safe. It is also important that you are parking in the correct places “Seniors can park in the back if it is more convenient for them and it is first come first serve Teachers can park anywhere they want It usually just depends on what door they come into school in the mornings,” said Mrs Filet Parking is pretty lenient for teachers

and seniors but when it comes to juniors, it is strictly the Plymouth County Commissioners lot, or the lot at Nook Road Parking passes are checked randomly every couple of weeks so it is important to make sure you have one and are parking in the correct area Just this year so far, 56 juniors and 168 seniors have bought parking passes For juniors, there are 95 total spots at the junior lot across the street and at Nook Road so it is important to buy a parking pass so you don't get in trouble and get a warning and to make sure there are enough parking spots for everyone who needs them To conclude, You either have to pay $100 for the bus or $100 for a parking pass and it is essential to know that your money is being used for the right reasons

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An inside look on Plymouth North Marketing students' experience at DECA states.

South’sStudents

Facilities Management lends a hand through North

By Connor Jepson

Plymouth North is full of unique students and teachers going above and beyond in a myriad of ways Mr Dave South and his Facilities Management program are using their skills and expertise for generosity throughout the school

Facilities Management is a tech program offered at North that prepares students for working in the future by providing them with many hands-on skills To demonstrate these skills that students have these skills that students have acquired, Mr South has offered his students efforts as well as class time for others around the school “I’m really proud of their work,” said South.

Some of their hard work includes a brand new PNN desk which was a major upgrade The new desk has a PNN logo and

an Eagle engraved into it as well as a monitor that can help display any news story

“The Senior class took over... a lot of their carpentry went well beyond what’s covered in the frameworks of the program,” said Mr. South.

With a lot of hard work in more than two months of class time from the Facilities students mixed with Mr. South’s creativity and generosity, they offered a truly remarkable gift

“I’m grateful for the Facilities program,” said PNN member Brenna Guiliani “I’m just glad others in our school want to help make our lives easier ”

This same sentiment can be found with a number of people across the building because their work isn’t just what you see on TV Another considerate project that Facilities

took part in was building awards for the soccer teams These awards were wooden plaques that represented the team’s success Students started the awards by sanding them, they then imprinted logos, and they put the finishing touches on by staining the awards.

“I’ve put a lot of time into these projects for this class,” said Senior in Facilities Anthony Ferrante “That’s why I like

taking Facilities, it’s so hands-on.”

The students in Facilities Management put so much into their work and it shows with the quality of it. Many nice things in our school come because of the work they put in Be sure to thank Mr South or one of his students for their selfless hard work around the school As students continue to work, we can’t wait to see the next big Facilities project!

NationalArtHonorsSociety

Artistically gifted students are given a new opportunity to enhance their talents at PNHS

Plymouth North High School offers a wide variety of extracurriculars for its students Both the National Honors Society and the Foreign Language Honors Society cater to students passionate about academics Until this year, there were limited ways for artistically driven students to create art outside of the classroom

The National Art Honors Society is meant to give highachieving art students a greater opportunity to work with the school and community to express themselves and share their art in ways that they wouldn’t be able to within the classroom

“I’m hoping it gives students a chance to become more of a leader in their school community,” said Lauren Jezierski, one of the supervisors of the NAHS “Some students who are more quiet have a stronger art presence in the studio space but tend to be very shy outside of the studio space, so this gives them something that they’re really good at and brings that to the greater school community.”

Students who are interested in applying must have a C or higher in academic classes and an A or higher in an art class, as well as a recommendation from a VPA teacher Applications are in the fall so th

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application is based on their grades from the previous year Students also are required to have at least three art classes and to currently be enrolled in an art class In the coming years, the application requirements may be subject to change and may become more strict

“Everything is art Everything that you interact with day-to-day has had an artist's hand [art] is one of those things that is often overlooked because it is everywhere,” said Jennifer Carozza, the other supervisor of NAHS “I think that pushing s h

Member Lilli-Ann Hanlon reiterates the importance of art in a community

“It creates a more colorful and inclusive space, and it brightens up everybody's day It’s a good way to get involved, and getting involved in the community is really important because it creates a school culture,” said Hanlon.

Students involved in NAHS this year feel similarly about art and what it can bring to the community. Their main hope is that it encourages more students to get involved in he

people who are more interested in academics or sports,” said member Mary Holland “I hope that it encourages more kids to be involved I think seeing murals and other projects come out cool, makes you more inspired to create art too.”

Hailey Maher, another member of NAHS, adds to this

“I know a lot of people who are really good at art but don’t have room in their schedule to take any art classes So it can help them branch out,” said Maher.

The NAHS is a new way for students interested in art to participate in the school community, whilst enhancing it and further exploring their passions

Art is an important part of any community. The mission of the NAHS is to create an artist outlet for students, increase student involvement in the arts, and give students a way to enrich their school community while expressing their creativity

them, is crucial because art is hard, so doing well, and practicing, and developing skill in art I think is really important ”

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While most students are familiar with Student Council (Stuco), many have no idea just how much of a leadership role they play at Plymouth North High School.

Student Council is a group of elected and volunteer students working together with an adult advisor to provide opportunities for student expression and assistance in school activities

They also provide opportunities for student experience in leadership and encourage student/faculty relations

There are individual student councils for each grade level, as well as one student council, called an Executive Board or Eboard, that covers all grade levels While E-board and individual grade councils are both involved in organizing school activities and have similar officer positions, each council has a unique role in helping the Plymouth North community.

Each class council is only responsible for their particular grade and does fundraising that is class specific. The school Eboard participates in schoolwide event planning and other student council outreach with the Massachusetts Student Council Association

Lucy Woomer is 2023 Class President, but her role is different from being E-Board President “When you are class president you focus mainly on your class and raising money for you .

Senior class student council has also enabled the class of 2023 to have fun and unique activities

Woomer said “This year, we created the first ever paint your own parking spot fundraiser We also planned

Some of the most important decisions and conversations in the world occur within the United Nations conference Plymouth North students have the opportunity to attend Model UN to practice these scenarios, and further their decision making, and speaking skills

Model UN is a simulation of the actual United Nations, and students get to role play what it's like to represent a country and participate in diplomacy

Model UN will be taking place at the end of January and students have been meeting since September to prepare Plymouth North is no stranger to preparing for Model UN David Clark, Plymouth North history teacher, has been running Model UN for 28 years.

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and ran our big event, HOCO We have a lot of things going on this year because it is senior year We will run, plan, and fundraise for all end of year activities and events!”

Any student can run a campaign at the beginning of each school year to become a part of Stuco or E-board Woomer said, “When it was time for me to run we had forms to fill out. You had to get 20 student peer signatures and 2 teacher signatures Next you had to campaign Every student has a chance to make a campaign video with EDTV Then all students view your video during K block and vote ”

A similar process occurs for students looking to become a part of E-board “The election process is an opportunity to show the school what you have to offer and to let them decide which candidate they think has the most to offer Mainly the process starts with campaigning via flyers and social media and then when it comes time to vote, booths are set up in t Add a little bit of body textr class events E-board runs school-wide fundraisers to collect money for the student council,” Woomer said.

E-board President DJ Chase agreed with Woomer. “The difference is mainly in the responsibilities that we handle We hold similar roles within our own council in that we delegate tasks, organize meetings, and communicate to other board members,” said Chase Besides a president, each council has other important roles such as vice-president, secretary, and treasurer Class officer positions are designed to help keep their particular class in order and run smoothly E-board positions serve a similar role on a schoolwide level. Additionally, the Eboard has general council members who play a vital role General council is open for any student to join. “Our goal is making Plymouth North a more fun place to learn and express yourself,” said Sabrina Andrews, General Council Member. The E-board tries to create a fun atmosphere at Plymouth North through their initiation of most of the major activities around the school such as pep rally assemblies, school spirit weeks, school dances and community service projects

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Plymouth North students prepare for the Model UN conference in Boston

By: Liam Husband

We meet once per week, first learning about how Model UN works and then carry out a simulation if time permits. As soon as our country and committee assignments come in we spend the rest of the meeting doing country research, and doing further research in order to write a position paper on the assigned topics,” said Clark This year Plymouth North has been given the countries Australia and Afghanistan to represent Students are tasked with many different roles and scenarios Within these different conferences, students work with other countries to determine solutions and to do what s best for their respective countries This year I have Afghanistan and I’m in the Security Council

, ” said Senior Model UN member JJ Wilson While being in this category Wilson has to ensure safety and communicate effectively “I’m looking forward to being a diplomat and proposing my ideas in a very intense and straightforward way,” said Wilson

Not only is it important to learn about how the UN functions, Model UN provides students with great opportunities for expanding presentation and social skills

“The best part of Model UN is being able to get out of your comfort zone, you get to talk to people you don’t know, and learn new things about other schools, countries, and current events,” said Senior Model UN member Kelly Palmer Model UN looks just like the real thing as students have countr

Andrews has helped out with numerous events including crafts fairs, pep rallies, Basketball Bonanza, Powder Puff and concession stand at football games

Fundraising for your class as part of the PAC and each history class comes down to vote on who they think the best candidate is on a google form,”said Chase

Once the election results are tallied and the councils are formed, faculty advisors help at meetings E-board advisor Mrs Evan Ward said, “I am the advisor and Mr Tocci is the assistant advisor. Together, our job is to help facilitate the goals and vision of the council ” Members of the executive board have opportunities for leadership on a larger scale too Ward said, “There's a state student council that has leadership field trips students can participate in and bring back what they learn to North ” Interacting with his fellow officers is a highlight of being part of Stuco for Chase Chase said, “My favorite part of being in student council as a whole is the people that I get to spend so much time with I really think that everyone in the organization in and out of our school is such a great person and I enjoy meeting like minded people and exchanging ideas/information ”

For anyone who is interested in learning more about Plymouth North’s Student Council, check out their Instagram account @pnhs.stuco or attend a general council meeting every other Friday in the PAC

name tags, and plaques to hold up when wanting to interject

Just like the real deal, students undergo a moderated caucus, which is controlled by the chair and an unmoderated caucus which is more of a collaborative breakout group debate They go through the day's agenda, and vote on matters that come up

Teamwork is very important because many students throughout the day will pass notes and align with other countries if they think it is beneficial

“While there is no pressure to talk there is nothing that makes the trip better than seeing our students fully engaged in the Model UN process It’s also really cool that our students meet other students from all over the country and world and stay in touch with them long after the conference,” said Clark

TheCoffee TheCoffee House House

By Gabby Colorusso

An inside look at the welcoming performance opportunity for aspiring musicians.

Twice a year - as the winter approaches and then in the spring -Plymouth North and Plymouth South students combineforachancetoperform for- their friends and families. These students are those with musical talents, whether it be through their voice, instruments, or both. This Plymouth tradition is titled The Coffee House. The name stems from the various donuts, pastries, and coffee (of course) being offered right atthe entrance.

SydneyPalmer,PlymouthNorth senior, has been singing for about ten years. Sydney said, “The first time I played in the Coffee House was in the fifth grade.Myjunioryearwaswhen I began hosting and organizing theshow.”

As the show continues, Sydney announces students' names as they come on, as well as the song they will be performing. Sydney said, “when students sign up for the Coffee House, I organizeasetlistforthenight.” Intwohalvesoftheshow,with a small intermission, students perform their song of choice before a bubbly crowd of their family and friends. As Sydney said, “The Coffee House is a super chill and relaxing nojudgmentenvironment.”Atthis winter’sCoffeeHouse,students took the stage with no hesitation, and got the chance toperformtheirheartsout.The authentic friendships were visible through the crowd. One of these musicians was Aine Lindsay, a junior at Plymouth North.

Her talents consist of both an amazing voice and fantastic piano playing. During this winter's Coffee House, Aine had two performances. Both left the audience absolutely impressed. Aine said that again, the Coffee House is “a judgment-free zone, wherewecansingwhateverwe want.” Aine said that “anyone can join, North or South. It’s an amazingopportunitytoshowoff yourtalents.”

Another performer, Vivian Langton, Plymouth North sophomore, revealed her reasoning behind joining the Coffee House. Vivian said, “I’ve enjoyedmusicmywholelife,and I love performing. It’s great practice.”Viviansaid,“TheCoffee House is a low-key performance which is super fun, and judgment-free.

friends.” Can it get any better than that? Therefore, for any aspiring musicians who would like to get involved, it is quite easy.Googleformsarereleased through the music department in both high schools, where band members can sign up. However,studentsnotinvolved in music extracurricular activities can still sign up for the Coffee House. The form is easilydistributableviateachers orpeers.Inregardstosignups, Sydney said “Students can simply write their name, song ofchoice,andwhoit’sby.”She takescareoftherest!

Withthisbeingsaid,thespring 2022 Coffee House is approaching!Don’tbeshy,sign up!

TheSpongebobMusical: CostumePreparation

A new musical enters the scene and with it brings new expectations.

ThemusicalforPlymouthNorth has been decided, and the choice is nothing short of exciting: The Spongebob Musical!Withactors,techcrew, and teachers buzzing around with their work set up, production is alive and well. However,aquestionsurfacesas the days go by: how will they displaythecharactersofBikini Bottom?Thejobofbringingsea animalstolifeonstagesounds like a difficult task, so we’ve ‘dived’deepertogettheinsight fromthoseparticipating.

Mr. David Grossman, Chorus teacher, will also be the Technical Coordinator for the musical. Experiencing every musicalperformancesince2013, Mr. Grossman has the practice to support the roughly 70 students participating in the play this year. Mr. Grossman said, “In The Spongebob Musical, the main character is trulyBikiniBottom.”

In describing the scene for the hardships in character portrayal,Mr.Grossmandetails theextensiveworkfromthe

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imagination of Ms. Lauren Jezierski, Art teacher, and her students.Theirhelpwillallowthe sceneryofBikiniBottomtothrive in the minds of the audience as much as it will on set. He went furthertoexpresshowthecrewis devoting time to feature how the scene will be designed, since the intricate characteristics of texture and coloring can be obscured easily.

Nevertheless, Mr. Grossman and thecrewmembersaredetermined tomakethestagejustasmuchof a main character as Spongebob will be. “Merging the familiar colors, shapes and textures of the TV show with the tools and materials we have here, mixed with some imagination from the audienceaswellastherealitythat this town is probably made up of discarded items that could be foundatthebottomoftheocean,” saidMr.Grossman.

Thoseviewingthemusicalwillsee a mix of new and familiar faces from the theater scene in Plymouth.

FreshmanLylaJoneswillbeone of the actors that you may have seen before. After having an extensivebackgroundinnotonly chorus, but acting as well, she will be embodying the part of ‘Pearl’thisspring.“Thecostumes aremostlynonchalant,butpaired with the backgrounds we’re developing, they work off each other well,” said Lyla. She discussedthatthismusicalwould ‘humanify’ the characters in a casual manner, not overwhelming the audience too much.

A peer on set, freshman Trace Flora,consideredhowtheaspects ofthecostumeswereessentialto the running of the musical. “Not gettingtooindepthisimportant, youdon'twantthecostumestobe all that people look at,” said Trace.The musical will offer a unique experience that's been builtoffyearsofimprovingactors and

experience for the set and costumes. Directors and coordinators alike are preparing themselves for the months ahead, prepping the stageyouwilleventuallyseeon theopeningnight,sobesureto admire the hard work and commitmentbeingputinfrom everyone involved. Mark your calendar,keepaneyeout,and stay involved, this is an event youwon’twanttomiss.

CheungSistersWhippingupHomemade Happiness forPlymouthNorth

Sammi and Amy Cheung combine their passion for baking and entrepreneurship through their business, Reminisce Cookies

By Brenna Guiliani

To sisters Amy and Sammi, starting their own business has turned their favorite hobby into a way to unleash their entrepreneurial spirit and passion for bringing joy to others. They turnsugar,butter,flour,andlotsof love into delicious cookies that capturethewholeschool.

Their passion for baking and givingrunsdeepintheirfamilyas their older sister, Queenie, who, during her time at Plymouth North, baked and brought cookies to her teachers around the building. This simple act of kindness,alongwithherdelicious cookies,brightenedthelivesofall her teachers and classmates during her four years and seeing thatimpactmadeAmyandSammi knowthatthiswasatraditionthey hadtocontinue.

To sisters, Amy and Sammi, starting their own business has turned their favorite hobby into a way to unleash their entrepreneurial spirit and passion for bringing joy to others. They turnsugar,butter,flour,andlotsof love into delicious cookies that capturethewholeschool.

Their passion for baking and givingrunsdeepintheirfamilyas their older sister, Queenie, who, during her time at Plymouth North,bakedandbroughtcookie to her teachers around the building. This simple act of kindness,alongwithherdelicious cookies,brightenedthelivesofall her teachers and classmates during her four years and seeing thatimpactmadeAmyandSammi knowthatthiswasatraditionthey hadtocontinue.

"As I began to make the cookies throughout my freshman and sophomoreyear,itbecameareally fun hobby," said junior Amy Cheung.

As this passion for baking continued, they started putting together their recipes and flavor combinationsthateveryonefellin love with. The sisters quickly became known for their mouthwatering cookies and incredible kindness.

"A couple of my friends told me thatIhadtostartabusiness...Iwas hesitantbecauseIwasneverinit for the money, but after a lot of convincing,westartedReminisce!" saidAmy.

Duringthefourthtermoftheir sophomore year, the sisters, with the help of their family, started planning their very own business, Reminisce Cookies. Together, they used their marketing skills and entrepreneurial spirit to create a logo,socialmediapage,packaging, and ordering system that has allowed their cookie business to becomeincreasinglypopularinthe pastyear.

"Ithasgrowntremendouslysince Marchof2022,andtheprofitthat we've made is surprising. I'd say thatourbusinesshasgrowninthe bestwaypossible,"saidAmy.

Overthepastyear,thesistershave worked incredibly hard to build their own business from the ground up. By utilizing social media,theyhavegainedimmense popularityaroundthebuildingfor students and staff alike. Their work has certainly paid off, as every time they bake the cookies, they are guaranteed to sell out in minutes.

"They are the best cookies you willevereatandarebakedfresh with love and hard work! Amy and Sammi are both in several rigorousAPClassesandstillmake timetobakedeliciouscookiesfor their customers," said junior customerJuliaRyan. Reminisceisalsouniquebecause while creating new flavor combinations and addicting recipes each week, the cookies also allow for a healthy alternativetotheaveragecookie.

"Every cookie we make has probably about half the sugar than what the original recipe callsforaswetrytomakethema healthier alternative for our customers," said Sammi Cheung, co-creatorofReminisceCookies Reminisceisalsouniquebecause while creating new flavor combinations and addicting recipes each week, the cookies also allow for a healthy alternativetotheaveragecookie.

"Every cookie we make has probably about half the sugar than what the original recipe callsforaswetrytomakethema healthier alternative for our customers," said Sammi Cheung, co-creatorofReminisceCookies. AsSammiandAmycontinueto bake and sell their delicious cookies and grow their business, they also encourage other Plymouth North students to try turningtheirpassionsintoprofit. "Foranyoneouttherewantingto start your own business, definitelygoforit!Makeaplan, and no one is stopping you. ReminisceCookieshasbroughtus somuchjoysincewestarted,and what's best is being able to see theexcitementonourcustomer's faces,"saidSammi..

Theirabilitytousetheirlifelong passionsofbakingandmarketing has provided them with an unmatched life experience that has brought them so much joy. That joy is shared with their customers whose days are brightened with Reminisce's mouth-watering cookies from scratch.

"Havingcookiesisoneofthemost wholesome things in the world and makes everyone happy. I think it's great that they are spreading happiness," said Mrs. Terry,ateacher,andcustomerof ReminisceCookies.

Theircookiesaremadeinlarge batchesabout2-3timesamonth, and the unique flavor is announcedviaInstagramstories. Thecookiesare3for$5andcanbe ordered online through their InstagramDMs,andtheyusually sell out fast. Sammi and Amy hand-delivereachcookiepackage atschool,andonceyoutrythem, youwillneedmore.

To place an order and support this student-run small business, follow @Reminisce.Cookies on Instagram. These cookies will surelystealyourheartandmake youreminisce.

"Theyarethe bestcookiesyou willevereatand arebakedfresh withloveand hardwork!

Marketing Students at North are able to exercise their knowledge in the real life experience of running our very own school store

Are you one of those students trying to sneak into the school store during passing in order to feast on a new chocolate chip cookie? Well, not only do we see familiar faces when paying for our treats, but we ' re also helping these students further their marketing education by allowing them to practice real world business skills

The school store is open during k-block throughout the week, and sells food, drinks, candy, apparel, and supplies to students

“[The marketing students] handle all of the operations while the store is open,” said Mrs Hollianne Sprowl, marketing teacher at North “While in the school store they work closely with Mrs Anderson [general manager] to do inventory, prep for Kblock, create content for Instagram, order new snacks, and reconcile cash,” said Sprowl

Students have a lot of responsibilities when working at the school store

Needa Brain Break? Destress WithFilm

How Entertainment and Mental Health Cross

By Dylan Capozzi

The winter months are a time of great stress for students and staff every school year With holidays and post-holidays, shorter days, and long, cold nights, accompanied by the crossing between Semesters 1 and 2, stress is at a rather high point throughout the year, compounded by issues of seasonal depression

As such, it becomes necessary to seek out a way to destress - and for many students and teachers alike, spending a few moments to relax and watch a movie can be an excellent way to do just this. Finding what film to watch for your mental health can be tough, as “while movies can induce emotional states that release things like endorphins and improve a person ' s mental state,

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Sophia Eufrazio, a North senior, is the school store's student manager “The store helps me connect to real-life marketing lessons because we deal with real money and inflation that affects us just like any other business

We also create different advertisements to promote products that people may not know that we have such as PNHS apparel or phone chargers,” said Eufrazio

She loves being able to work with her peers and practice leadership Students in the program are not limited to learning in the classroom; they’re learning through every student-customer interaction exactly like they would if they worked in a real store

“Seniors are also required to work in the school store during K block one time per month for the duration of the school year Due to the high traffic in Kblock, this is a test grade in Aspen

what provokes an emotional response in someone is a unique thing,” said Mr Kelly, teacher of fiction and film

What movie helps a person best is a question that might have a different answer for anyone asked

After all, “Feel-good stories are a subjective thing, so watch what you like Drama, Romance, Horror, whatever interests you,” Mr Kelly said, but he also gives a rather important reminder - “Watch in moderation! Binge-watching ten hours of a series in a day isn't going to help your mental state... ever ”

Just as we ourselves necessarily would need assistance finding our taste and how to help ourselves, many more perspectives can be of assistance in finding out what necessarily works best in regards to film and mental health.

It’s especially relevant during this period of the year, as for instance, “in the winter I usually watch films that take me out of the cold and dark,” said Ms Carrozza, teacher of Intro to Film and Film 2

Genre choice is always important too, since “action films especially are great when someone is feeling low energy or down

Students use the same calendar to pick what shift they work. If a student can't go to their shift, they are responsible for finding coverage amongst one another,” said Sprowl.

Students are learning but also being graded on their work skills, which truly gives them the full experience. Another crucial skill students learn is how to work with others

The marketing program members learn important business skills and engage in hard work Three student managers, including Eufrazio, are taking North Station to the next level

“They will be able to take this SBE (School Based Enterprise) project to ICDC for DECA to compete with in Orlando in April this year! Those seniors are Sophia Eufazio, Kelly Palmer and Emma Richer,” said Sprowl. Working at the school store gives students the opportunity to have an advantage with real life marketing skills

when they go on to compete at DECA, which is the focal point of the marketing curriculum

Having the school store is a game changer for customers, marketing students, and teachers

“Students who rotate shifts are often placed with a classmates who they might not know so well This interaction helps create a new friendship or willingness to work with someone you don t know well,” said Anderson

The students play an important role in the success of the store, but general manager Ingrid Anderson ensures the behind the scenes work is continuously maintained

“Running the school store is physical Product is unpacked, organized, and rotated daily to maintain freshness Cleaning common areas, breaking down boxes, moving shelves, and creating a fun environment takes continuous work with staff and students walking through,” said Anderson

I love Christopher Nolan s Inception or a classic James Bond movie like Moonraker or The Man with the Golden Gun,” Ms Carrozza said While action movies certainly get the blood pumping, there are indeed other options for those who may prefer to enjoy other genres when they’re down. It’s certainly more than possible for one person to find very different genres appealing, since “even though most comedy movies are snubbed by film awards they can be great therapy when we ' re feeling down about something”, said Ms Carrozza

The reason, of course, is simply that sometimes all people need to help them is a good laugh It can always be welcome energy since “even if we don t feel like laughing, cracking a smile at a well timed joke can help pump some happy chemicals into your brain! I personally love What We Do in the Shadows or Mean Girls for when I need a distraction or a laugh,” Ms Carrozza said Just as there are so many genres or types of films that might comfort a person, there are also so many purposes a film can serve in addition to just providing a brain break over the wintertime.

Movies can work wonders giving a connection for students or staff to enjoy, due to the fact that “films can serve many purposes for viewers, including providing an escape from reality, an opportunity to get lost in another world,” said English teacher Ms Hildebrand. It helps to catch a break from work or school life when a student can immerse themselves in a fictional universe for a little while.

Of course, there’s a little more to it than simply enjoying fiction, since “a chance to connect to a joy or struggle one is facing that they see mirrored in the film, and just for simple joy and entertainment- all impacts that can certainly assist folks who might be struggling with mental health in various capacities,” said Ms Hilderbrand

It’s once again a very persondependent situation on how someone might appreciate or feel comforted by a movie, but at the same time, this brain break is still all the more applicable to everyone

Plymouth North 2022 Graduate Goes D1

Conner Vercollone has made his dream of division 1 baseball a reality

By Jordan Melville

Conner Vercollone, a Plymouth North Graduate of the class of 2022 has recently committed to play division 1 baseball at St Bonaventure University for the spring of 2023 season

Since the age of 5, Vercollone has had a special interest in the famous American pastime of baseball

He took this interest to recreation leagues in his home town of Plymouth where he played from the age of 5 until he graduated the program and moved onto the next

Vercollone found success in club baseball, which increased both the level of competition and his commitment to the sport. However, like everyone else, athletes face setbacks

When Vercollone was

10 he was cut from the ‘majors,’ a higher level club team that many of his friends made

This was heartbreaking for Vercollone however, instead of giving up, he used the setback as encouragement Vercollone credits his ‘minors’ club coach for reinstating his belief in himself which he says ‘got him a long way

His perseverance, commitment to the sport and work ethic did not end here though, Vercellone continued to display these qualities as he pursued baseball in middle and high school.

“The thing that made Conner stand out so much was his work ethic and love for the

sport I remember almost everyday he would stay after practice and hit batting practice to better himself,” said junior teammate Mark McKay

Despite his sophomore season being canceled due to the COVID-19 shut down, Vercellone was still a two year varsity player “Conner began displaying his immense baseball talents as a sophomore and made All League as a Junior so I knew he was going to be successful at the next level,” said Plymouth North’s head coach, Dwayne Follette

On and off the field, Vercellone is an incredible player; he is incredibly determined not only to better himself but he's also dedicated to the betterment of the team

“He’s shown that where there’s a will there’s a way and if you keep working hard you can get what you deserve,” said McKay

As a junior, Vercollone was talking to a few schools about recruitment but mainly the University of Rhode Island whom he developed a relationship with for over a year However, the school ended up offering the position to someone else instead

“They didn’t need me anymore which was really heartbreaking because I thought I finally was going to get the opportunity I worked so hard for,” said Vercollone

Unfortunately, by the time he was informed he would not be on URI’s spring roster, he was out of options because other schools had already solidified their team’s rosters

“I knew at that point there wasn’t a lot of room for my high school class in division one baseball,” said Vercollone Again, in the face of hardship, Vercollone did not give up, he instead decided to take a post grad year which

is fairly common for athletes hoping to play at such an advanced level

For most athletes a postgraduate year is done at a preparatory school that accepts fifth year seniors, such as Phillips Exeter Academy or Deerfield Academy Less commonly, it can also be achieved by spending the year with a club that specializes in the desired sport that way the athlete can receive personalized training from their club's coaches Both options help athletes solidify their skills before the collegiate level making them a more ideal athlete to colleges when recruitment begins the following year.

Vercollone opted for the latter, however in his case, he only needed to train for a few short months before being offered a spot on the spring of 2023 roster at St Bonaventure University Due to making the roster in 2023, he is still on track to graduate in 2026, just as he would have without the postgraduate year

Vercollone trained with Combine Academy Baseball in Lincolnton, North Carolina

During his time with the program, he says he benefited from the extra year of physical and skill specific training to help develop his abilities Additionally, in the past year, Vercollone put on ten pounds of muscle

“I decided to do a postgrad year and I’m really happy I did because I had the opportunity this fall to show what I could do at a camp at St Bonaventure in the fall and I played pretty well and was able to stand out enough and I got a spot on this spring’s roster,” said Vercollone

The young Plymothian took his passion for baseball to the next level with his recent commitment to play division 1 at St Bonaventure University for the spring of 2023 season

Surrounded by family and friends, Vercollone officially signed his NLI at Plymouth North in November, a huge milestone in his unconventional path to success

New Marketing Course at North

A look into the new

sports marketing elective, taught by Mr Connor Pratt

By Gabby Lopes

Word is quickly spreading across Plymouth North of a new and enthusiastic marketing teacher, Mr Connor Pratt

As a former PNHS student and coach for the freshman baseball team, Mr Pratt is extremely involved with the school community He is now beginning his first year at North as a teacher for a new elective class, sports marketing, in replacement of Mrs. Harrison’s computer science elective Students are loving the new curriculum, and their positive feedback is giving the course an extremely promising future at Plymouth North

Mr Pratt teaches a total of six sections throughout the school year, with three classes for each semester He is the only sports marketing teacher at Plymouth North High School The average class size ranges from about 20-25 students per section

The curriculum looks at all aspects of sports marketing

Whether it be athletic promotion, marketing management or ticket sales, Mr Pratt integrates relevant business skills into his immersive curriculum

Students will dive deeper into the sports and entertainment marketing industry.

Some topics include ticket pricing, sponsorships, player management,” Mr Pratt said The course incorporates lessons of branding, finance and communication - skills that are necessary in any field of business Students run online simulations and software within the curriculum to enhance their learning experience Knowledge

Matter’s Virtual Business simulation is a marketing program-wide platform that is also included in the sports marketing course Online modules help develop students' understanding of stadium staffing, ticket and product pricing, sales promotions, and their real world applications

“Right now we are working on a media guide project We get to use Canva and make media guides for athletes,” senior Mark Mckay said.

The class has access to Canva, an online graphic design program Mr Pratt teaches students how to effectively design sports marketing advertisements for social media use, as well as analytical observation of sports teams’ online platforms

Sports marketing has replaced the computer science electives, previously taught by Ms Harrison before transferring schools at the end of the 2022 school year

Sections of intro to animation, basics of computer science, and game design were discontinued to make way for more marketing-based courses within North

“It’s awesome that we’re keeping some of the content Mrs. Harrison focused on, but also opening another door for students to learn about a different topic they may see themselves doing one day,” Mr Pratt said

The sports marketing course is not a part of the marketing education (DECA) program However, the material taught in Mr Pratt’s class is similar to the sports and entertainment units integrated into the tech curriculum As marketing subjects grow more prevalent within Plymouth North’s program of studies, more and more students are thinking about pursuing a career in business.

“A major benefit of taking any marketing class is that it can apply to any industry [students] need to have an understanding of how businesses work and how to market themselves against their competitors Marketing unleashes student creativity and their ability to present themselves,” Mrs Jennifer Figlioli, head of the marketing program, said

The versatility of business and marketing education has been a core reason for the addition of the sports marketing course

Sports marketing is linking together student’s personal interests with applicable 21st century skills such as graphic design and content creation

Students enrolled in Mr. Pratt’s class are able to work on projects that specifically captivate themselves but are also relevant to the sports marketing industry This flexible and effective teaching style has resonated with North students as the sports marketing elective gains popularity

Mr Pratt’s ability to connect with his class along with his real world experience in the sports industry allows his new elective class to stand out from the typical marketing curriculum With business and marketing becoming increasingly growing fields, electives such as sports marketing are vital towards developing these communication and management skills

His lively personality paired with the classroom setting makes the sports marketing elective a student favorite Ask any student - they will tell you that Mr Pratt not only makes their day, but is helping to shape their future

The course incorporates lessons of branding, finance and communication

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How Seniors at Plymouth North High School Can Apply to Numerous Scholarships Both Inside and Outside of the Plymouth Public Schools

By Parker Maslowski

“What am I supposed to do?” has been the question for many high school seniors nationwide From applying to colleges and universities to navigating the financial aid process, there are many confusing complications and pitfalls for seniors to stumble in In Plymouth North High School, the worries surrounding the college application and admissions process are no less stressful

Fortunately, there are numerous opportunities for students to apply for scholarships and receive help with their financial aid and admissions decisions From submitting applications to scholarships on Naviance to requesting time to sit down and consider college decisions with a guidance counselor, Plymouth North is prepared to handle the scholarship scramble heading into the new year Despite student worries surrounding scholarships and applying for financial aid, the Plymouth North Guidance Department is confident that they can answer any questions surrounding applying to scholarships and navigating financial aid “There are so many scholarships out there that are available to students,” said Ms. Kara Simmons, one of the guidance counselors at Plymouth North “There are websites that provide scholarships such as Fast Web, College Board Big Future, and CollegeScholarships org however, the easiest place for our students

to find scholarships is through their Naviance account. On Naviance, you can research college-specific scholarships, national scholarships and sectional scholarships”

Assuredly, the Plymouth North Guidance Department will help students regardless of their current financial situation for college By filling out the QR codes at the guidance office or requesting an E-Hall pass for a guidance

meeting, students can discuss their worries with their guidance counselors at North. For seniors, finding a guidance counselor is easy as knowing your last name: Mr Mark Furman advises students with the last name A-D, Ms Kara Simmons counsels EMa, Mrs Shari Kahle meets with Mc-Pes, and Mrs Andrea Norton assists Pet-Z. “The best chance at getting a scholarship is applying for the local Plymouth scholarships,” said Simmons “Seniors can complete and submit one application (including an essay) by February 1st to be eligible for all Plymouth High Schools’ local scholarships, which stand subject to committee review ”

Last year, Plymouth North seniors were awarded $182,440 in local scholarships This can significantly aid in paying for the high rising costs of college tuition.

The Plymouth High Schools’ Scholarship Application is available to all seniors in the Plymouth Public Schools “One of the best parts about the local Plymouth scholarships is that students get to show who they are through the application. The Plymouth High Schools’ Scholarship Application asks students about their extracurricular activities, how they have succeeded in their experience in the Plymouth community, and for a personal essay where they get to show who they are to the Scholarship Committee,” said Mrs. Shari Kahle, a guidance counselor at North The scholarships offered for the Plymouth Public Schools regard the character of the applicant rather than solely their fiscal or economic status. Additionally, the Plymouth High Schools’ Scholarship Committee awards scholarships based on the relative need for aid

According to the application, “In selecting the recipients of scholarships, the Scholarship Committee considers the students’ school record, both scholastic and extracurricular, their character, evidence of success, and relative need for financial assistance These scholarships will help Plymouth High School graduates to pursue their dreams and continue their educational journeys.”

Luckily for students, the Plymouth High School Scholarships only require one application “Another great thing about the Plymouth High Schools Scholarship Application is that it’s a one-and-done application Students will only need to submit one application to be

for every local Plymouth scholarship that belongs to the Plymouth High School system, so long as they submit their documents by February 1st,” said Kahle

Because of the different websites and numerous scholarships to apply for, Ms Simmons and Mrs Kahle recommend students keep a Google document or a secure paper to hold their information “Even the notes app on your phone will suffice,” said Simmons “But before then, students should first pat themselves on the back for even being accepted into a college and moving onto scholarships: that’s a huge deal.”

If students need more assistance with their scholarship applications or the financial aid process, they can fill out the counseling form in guidance to make an appointment with their counselor. “If students need help with financial aid, I recommend they sign up for a Financial Aid webinar on MEFA org If students or their guardians are still unsure how to dissect their financial aid, guidance will hold MEFA: After the College Acceptance in March to help students learn how to read and understand their financial aid package,” said Simmons

As the school year progresses from 2022 to 2023, seniors move closer to graduation and college; before then, the scholarship and

financial aid process leave a long road ahead. Despite the lengthy and demanding times for seniors, the Plymouth North Guidance Department assures students that they will succeed regardless of this trying time With opportunities such as the Plymouth High Schools’ Local Scholarship for the Class of 2023, seniors can utilize their experiences and personal growth to earn scholarships and alleviate some of the financial stress from the college process.

“In a merit-based scholarship system like we have at Plymouth Public Schools, students get to show us who they are through their demonstrated interest and involvement in their community,” said Kahle “In the personal essay, students will be asked to write about a person or persons who have influenced their life in a positive way. Plymouth Public Schools considers students’ relationships with their peers, parents, and teacher, and how that makes them better people and students ”

Students can access the Plymouth High Schools’ Local Scholarship by logging onto their Naviance account through the Plymouth Public Schools’ website and clicking the dropdown labeled ‘Colleges ’ From there, students can select either ‘Scholarship Search’ and search the keyword ‘Plymouth’ or select ‘Scholarship List’ to find the Plymouth High Schools’ Scholarship page The application essay for the Plymouth High Schools’ Scholarship should be brought to Ms Scanlon in the Guidance Office on or before February 1, 2o23.

Away from the local Plymouth Scholarships, students can additionally apply to state-level scholarships through their Naviance accounts “Scholarships such as the SouthCoast Community Foundation, the South Shore Bay Band Music Achievement Scholarship, and various other scholarships can be found in the same place as the local scholarships on Naviance,” said Kahle

While scholarships that are different from those provided by the Plymouth Public Schools are more competitive, the Plymouth North Guidance Department suggests that students apply for any scholarship available “I know some seniors might think they are wasting their time writing essays and applying for scholarships, but I assure you that students won’t regret it when they receive their scholarship money,” said Kahle

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