2018 Senior Edition

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how the class of 2018 is getting through their final days of senior year, one splash at a time

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FROM THE EDITOR

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DEAR READERS, It’s a bittersweet feeling to be composing this final letter to y’all.

While I am incredibly excited to present you with the last edition of The Northern Light for the 2017-2018 school year, I am sad to think that this is the last one I will help create. At the same time, though, I am super proud of the corpus of work we have produced for you this year. I can only hope you have enjoyed reading it as much as we have enjoyed writing it.

For 2018 Senior Edition, we wanted to write a feature about something that would truly capture the spirit of the final days of senior year. And what better way to discuss the camaraderie among the class of 2018 than by talking

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HIGHLIGHTS

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academic awards

a recap of the senior and department medals awarded earlier this month

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student walkouts

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open letter to juniors

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senior sign-offs

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staff retirements

how student-lead protests impacted PN’s legacy of civil engagement

your favorite class of ‘18 NL staffers bid a farewell to this paper

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- LILY ANTOR | editor in chief

2018 NL STAFF

staffer Mackenzie Brey offers advice to the rising senior class of ‘19

the PN staff members graduating with the class of 2018

about Water Wars? While this may not seem like a typical feature spread, we think it is a story that well-represents the final few days of high school for the class of ‘18.

Since this is the Senior Edition, much of our coverage pertains to senior achievements and activities. Hopefully it’ll be coverage not only appreciated by the class of 2018, but our broader audience as well.

Lastly, I want to thank Amanda Thorpe, the NL staff and our readers (you!), for a great year. I will miss you all!

Remember to choose kind, drink plenty of water, and live right by reading The Light! :)

a triple threat how senior Quinlan Lewis balanced school and made his name known in 3 different sports

LILY ANTOR editor in chief BEN LEWIS chief designer ISSRA SAID feature editor LEXI GAVLAS creative editor MEREDITH ABLAO news editor CARTER LANDIS sports editor DEMI JENSEN opinion editor

POLICIES AT THE PN LIGHT The Northern Light in print and online is the student-produced newspaper for Portage Northern HS. It is an open, designated public forum for student expression, and the newspaper provides staff members with independent reporting opportunities and individual evaluation. Writing is based on a wide variety of research for a broad and diverse audience and topics of coverage are decided by the staff and editorial board with consideration to what is timely, relevant, compelling, educational, and important to the student body.

In accordance with best practice for student media, the Northern Light is not prior reviewed by administration. Building and district administration do, however, reserve the right to oversee the paper if necessary to ensure that the mission and vision of Portage Public Schools and the safety of students and staff are maintained.

As a MIPA, JEA, and NSPA publication, the Northern Light adheres to the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Photos, art, and other visual elements are created by Northern Light staff, formally designated for free use, or part of the public domain. In rare circumstances, we may use other media with the owner’s written permission.

It is our desire that our readers join the discussion on our published work. We welcome letters to the editor and guest contributions, and the Northern Light will publish online all pieces received provided that they include the author’s full name and are appropriate for publication in a school setting. Letters to the editor are limited to 150 words in length and guest contributions are limited to 350 words in length. Pieces can be delivered to Amanda Thorpe’s room, 3.129, emailed to pnhsNorthernLight@gmail.com, or mailed ATTN: Portage Northern Light to Portage Northern High School, 1000 Idaho Avenue, Portage, MI 49024.

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Below, center: Senate adviser Kellie Pittman gives the Senate Award to President Lauren Michelli.

Above: Caitlyn Hose receives a hug from counselor Amy DiMaggio for receiving the Robert P. Amrhein Scholarship or caring and thinking about others.

At right, NL editor in chief Lily Antor receives the Journalism Award from adviser Amanda Thorpe.

Below, Hose has an emotional reaction to her scholarship, which she won for, “always thinking about and being kind to others,” among other reasons.

Below, right: Jacob Zufall received the Orchestra Award for creating his music, from “Hydrogen” to “Flight.”

What’s the buzz?

Seniors shine at Academic Awards Assembly

by KOMALPREET KAUR

“Here we present to you, the results of the efforts and talents of the class of 2018.” With those words, Principal Jim French welcomed the crowd of proud family and friends who came to celebrate the achievements of the Senior class.

The Accounting award was earned by Taylor Benedict, who later received the Scott Hammond Education Scholarship. Brianna Barnes received the FACS award. The Physical Education award was given to Hayden Taverna and Joseph Bierlein received the Psychology award. Issra Said received the History award. Lauren Michelli was given the Student Senate

award. The Daughters of the American Revolution was awarded to Quinlan Lewis. The TOK award was earned by Sarah Price.

The English award was received

by Deborah Torres, and the Journalism award was given to Lily Antor. Lexi Gavlas, Bharat Goel, Lily Antor received the PN Communication Scholarship.

Mathematics and an AP Scholar awards were also given to Goel.

The AP Scholar with Distinction award was given to Lauren Park and Siddhant Pagariya.The Science award was given to Zachary Pierangeli. The Robert P. Amrhein Memorial Scholarship given to Caitlyn Hose, the Chuck Evans Memorial Scholarship re-

ceived by Madison Deboer, and Greg Pezzoli Memorial Scholarship given to Isabel Hack and Marco Pastrana. The Excellence in Education award were earned

by Marco Pastrana, Ben Friedman, Camden Kalleward, Owen Langejans, Siddhant Pagariya, and Lauren Park.

Ryan Daniel won the Forensic and Choir award. Jillian Bowe received the Band award and the PN Poetry Award in honor of Nancy Nott. Elliot Hoinville was given the Theatre, and Jacob Zufall the Orchestra. The French award was given to Alex Seybold, and the other Language awards, Latin and Spanish, were given to Erin Sexsmith.

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Protect Young Eyes assembly educates students

by MARGAUX GENDRE On Tuesday April 24th, a presentation called “Protect Young Eyes” was presented to the school’s students. The presenter, former paster-turned-motivational-speaker Chris McKenna, took the time to tell students about the dangers and consequences of cell phone addiction and the influence of social media. Sophomore Jake Thake agreed with McKenna’s ideas, saying “Nowadays we definitely have almost everything one touch away and sometimes that can be a little overwhelming.”

McKenna explained the ways in which teens could become addicted to their electronic devices and how much they depend on them.

Tenth grade Maggie Johnson believed that McKenna dwelled on the specific subject too much and should have moved on to a more important and serious subject. “I

already knew how much my generation relies on phones. It’s so apparent in everyday life, so I don’t think it was necessary for him to focus on that topic as much.”

Another important point that students remembered after the presentation was the topic of digital footprints, the information about someone that can be found through their online activity. “I believe that the presentation was helpful in some parts of thinking about what one does on the internet and how everything has an outcome, we all have a digital footprint,” stated sophomore Ana Luisa Décaro Pinto.

McKenna managed to make people realize the importance of being careful about what they post on their social media and how it is definitely capable of harming their futures.

BRENDA MARSH Chris McKenna, the speaker from the organization Protect Young Eyes, instructs youth in how to be safe and responsible while using social media. One of his major points was to consider how one click now can change a student’s entire future later.

Prom brings students to a secret garden

by SARAH MANISCALCO Stunning balloon trees and beautiful hovering butterflies. Students took in all these sights and more at this year’s “Secret Garden” prom.

Students passed through a massive balloon arch and underneath glittering chandeliers to enter the gala, which was held at the Radisson hotel downtown.

There were a variety of activities for students to enjoy such as a photobooth, caricature drawings and a large array of food and drinks.

Despite the other entertainment, dancing was considered to be the most significant part of the event.

Sophomore Grace Culp said, “I went to prom last year too, and the dancing is a huge part of it, like I

remember it was a fun moment.”

Even Lori Frisinger, a chaperone at the event, agreed that dancing was a large part of what made prom so enjoyable this year. “I think it was fun, everybody was dancing. Most of the tables were empty and all the people were out on the fance floor” Prom is considered by many to be the most important dance of their high school career and for many of the seniors, it is one of the last times they see all of their classmates together. Senior Megan Rinock said, “To know that it’s the last time we’ll be at a dance together as a class was bittersweet; initially I wasn’t sure about going, but in the end I thought it was amazing.”

For many of the seniors, prom is the last time to see their classmates all together.

In order, left to right on top row: Brooke Rodgers (11) and Francesca Riehl (11), Tucker Anson (12) and Sooin Choi (12), Calla August (10) Bottom row: Linus Mallett (11), Will Hoevestadt (11), John McIntosh (11), and Max Rathburn (11), Zonjic Singleton (11) and Sasha Springman (11), Noah Hecht (12) and Michael Lincoln (12).

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Leaving a legacy Seniors pass the democratic torch after organizing and executing two walkouts

by MEREDITH ABLAO Students all over the nation staged walkouts on March 14th and April 20th, the first to honor the victime of the Parkland shooting and the second in rememberance of Columbine. Students hope to raise awareness for school safety issues and pressure the government into passing legislation that will reduce the liklihood of a school shooting. PNHS joined these national events, and the work done here was mostly by members of the senior class.

With friends who call her compassionate, kind and open minded, senior Lauren Michelli, who is the President of student senate and a talented artist, helped coordinate the walkout. This event is important to her because, as she puts it, “there is power in solidarity.” She wants to see underclassmen taking on this as a legacy to continue to fight back. “They’ve used their voices in the best way they possibly can: to speak out against injustice. They will continue to encourage others to do the same.”

Senior Jillian Bowe, finds herself on the softball field, and spending endless hours studying for the IB diploma during the school year. If she isn’t conducting the band at football games, she is writing poetry and memorizing her forensics poem. Her passion for the walkout is huge. She wants underclassmen to know “it’s important to be open minded and open up with conversation,” instead of using aggression. Bowe read a personal poem during the walkout, and she says, “it felt like I was actually using my voice and people were hearing me for what I believe.” As a senior, Bowe wants underclassmen to keep fighting for change even when seniors are gone.

“Don’t give in, keep fighting for a change in office,” says senior Jessica Beadle. Beadle is the secretary of the student Senate. Beadle’s advice to underclassmen is to “always contribute.” As a varsity softball catcher and lover of community, she says she wants to stay involved in this process during college and years to come. She will always remember the importance this day. “I am a small individual and this is a big nationwide walkout. Our small amount of students that participated still helped make the difference,” Beadle says.

As the class of 2018 says their goodbyes, these seniors want to see underclassmen continue the work that has just begun. “Underclassmen can continue our spirit by asking questions, genuinely engaging in stuff that happens around them, and getting out of their bubble and understanding that we are just a small part of a bigger puzzle. These demonstrations might seem small, but they are so important when they create a unified voice across the country. They are also good training for later in life, when civic engagement and voting can literally change the future of our country,” said senior Lily Antor, who participated in both walkouts. Senior classmate Issra Said agreed. “With regard to the possibility of taking a consequence, you have to think about the bigger cause. Getting a detention is minor and won’t matter a week from now, but what you do in that protest, and being politically engaged, leaves a legacy and will impact many people for a long time,” she said. “It doesn’t end with the walkout,” Michelli concluded.

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Handmade signs were made with creative slogans for the protest. One reads“How Many More” and includeed the names of those lost in tragedies involving the misuse of firearms.

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Capping off the year right

Hold the applause

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ommencements are said, names are read, and tears are shed. The day you have been waiting for these past four years is finally here.

After this, the next steps may be unknown, but one thing is known for sure, you’re officially finished with high school. This is a day to celebrate all of your accomplishments throughout these past 18 years and toast to all things to come. As you celebrate your night and cap off the year, don’t sit and dread the things to come. Enjoy this ceremony all about how you and 300 others have finally made it.

Tears at graduation are the norm and are mostly caused by the separation of relationships. Meeting people in high school and the relationships you have made are some of the most influential parts that will never be forgotten. It may feel like you’re losing a piece of you at the moment, but don’t fret: the relationships do not need to end here! Get your favorite teachers email or even phone number. Keep in touch and visit often. As for the best friend you’re separating from, visit them often and spend as much time as you can with them this summer. By this time next year, you’ll have so many new amazing relationships and friendships that will influence your life in the same way that your relationships do now.

Portage, Michigan: the place where we have all had the chance to call home for at least a year or more. As the days tick down, the excitement should grow due to the fact that you’re finally getting out of this boring town. Moving into a whole different state, city, school, or job and surrounding yourself with new people is such an exciting

thought. Being able to explore the world around you without traveling that far is such a cool concept. Granted, Portage does have its perks, but it will be so nice to explore a different atmosphere whether it be a completely different state or even just a different living situation; getting out of your old routine will be so refreshing and new.

Ah, the time has come to finally move out. Without a doubt, this is one of the most exciting things about college: finally being on your own, trying new things, and experiencing adulthood. This may be a frightening concept to some, but just try to embrace it. It’s your time to finally explore who you want to become as a person. It’s a time to meet new people and find new things that you have always been afraid to try or had no time to try in your hectic high school days. As for your parents, moving away from the people who have been there for you since day one is definitely going to be an adjustment. The truth is, they are going to miss you so much more than you think they are and will constantly want to call you or visit you. As you think of them and begin to miss home, shoot them a quick call, they will appreciate it and so will you.

Adieu Portage, you have been great but we are all onto bigger and better things. As you sit on graduation night, enjoy the memories you have made and the people you have met. Don’t dread what’s to come and get caught up in the sadness you may be feeling. Make sure to celebrate your many accomplishments throughout the past 18 years and all of the bright things to come in the future.

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he time has come for us seniors to say goodbye to everything we’ve ever known and start a completely new chapter in our lives...scary right? Sure, graduation is an exciting time: senior breakfast, sign out day, decorating grad caps with friends, and the long awaited ceremony. Before you get too excited, it’s important to reflect on the things in your life that stick out. Some of those things may include the people you have grown close to, your home, and sweet childhood where your parents were much more lenient on what they said they would pay for. Now before you get too excited and peace out of PN, take time to appreciate the relationships you’ve made, Portage nostalgia, and life before adulthood.

Yes, we’ve all had those teachers and those friends, but all in all, if you’ve spent the past 13 years in school, there has to be at least ONE person that’s had an impact on you. If you still can’t think of someone, try harder. Of course there will be people that make goodbyes pretty easy, however, while it’s exciting to think that you’ll never have to see any of these people again, it’s still important to thank them for whatever impact they might have had on you. Relationships shape our lives!

Just because you’re graduating doesn’t mean you can’t shoot a quick thank you, whether it be face to face or a short note.

It’s no secret that Portage kind of sucks sometimes. The only forms of entertainment around here are Airway Lanes, Celebration Cinema, and Applebees. Most of us wouldn’t be caught dead in any of these

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places, so that doesn’t leave us with a lot of options to have fun on a Friday night. But when you look past all of Portage’s imperfections (granted, there are a lot), it’s sad thinking about leaving what some of us have called home for our entire lives. So yes, Portage is a drag, but this is the place we grew up and that will forever hold some of our fondest and not so fond memories. Nonetheless, they’re memories.

Along with moving out comes adult life. That means bills, bills and more bills.

Turning 18 seems fun and all, but what comes with it is more than being able to buy cigarettes and lotto tickets.

Sure, this is this year you can vote and legally drink in most European countries, but this is also the year where you can be sent to jail and child labor laws disappear, so say hello to 9-5.

While celebrating your 18th year of life can be extremely exciting as it is a huge milestone, it also opens doors to some hefty responsibility.

So long, farewell, old pals.

As commencement approaches, don’t be afraid to shed some tears for those you love, kiss Portage goodbye, and be prepared to step up your adult game. Whether you’re on the verge of tears at graduation or jumping out of your seat to walk down that aisle, be thankful for all the years of learning, and most importantly, recognize all the good times you’ve had throughout the past 18 years.

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An open letter to Juniors Subject: Important! Please read!

by MACKENZIE BREY Juniors, Your time is coming. You are going to be the biggest dogs on campus. Congratulations! You’re coming into the best and worst time of your life.

However exciting it may be, there are for sure some things you may want to know before you come into your newfound senior-dom.

1. Scholarships, scholarships, SCHOLARSHIPS You may think you are well off with your early year decision of a school with a low in-state tuition, but one thing will lead to another and all of a sudden, you’ll be expected to cough up $60,000 AND a deposit for a school you fell in love with halfway through the third quarter. This can be avoided (a little) by applying for scholarships. Even the littlest of little can add up to help you stay debt free.

If you don’t believe me, ask our in-house scrappy devil, Mrs. Thorpe.

Real- life example: When she was in her prime of searching for college scholarships, she came across a $5,000 dollar scholarship for beekeeping, and applied. Due to the fact that she was the only applicant (and her award-winning writing skills of course!), she won the money, reducing her debt substantially. Though she stated, “I know nothing about beekeeping,” she searched Fastweb and she found some free moo-lah. This could be you, Juniors!

2. Make new friends This is a big one. Just because you and Ellie Antor have been friends since preschool doesn’t mean she will be here forever; she’s off to bigger and better things (Presidential election of 2036?).

Your friends won’t be here forever, and you all need to start talking to the kid who is ALSO inter-

ested in majoring in Biochemistry or Education.

They may end up going to the same school as you.

Just ask Lily Antor.

Real-life example: Lily had Loyola in the back of her mind all year, but it wasn’t until a matter of days ago that she decided to attend Loyola. Even though we have different paths ahead of us, we will be at the same school with an already-friend just because we became close this year.

3. Be prepared for time to fly As you have probably heard an upwards of 1,000,000 times, senior year comes to a close in a blink. So I will give you this one line: Don’t miss out on high school because you’re focused on what’s next. Though college or trade school or the military is what you have been looking forward to all your life, don’t forget to dress up during spirit week, push hard on assignments you feel confident on, or pass up on attending the talent show.

Just ask two of the smiliest almost-graduates you have ever met, Sarah Price and Carter Landis.

Real-life example: Carter wants everyone to know that you should “meet new people and try to go to new sporting events… just do everything you’ve wanted to do the last 4 years.” Sarah said (nearly screamed): “Do the things you think you might regret not doing…looking back on it, where has the year gone, it’s already May?” All in all, what I’m trying to say is that make the most of your senior year. It will be great if you just realize that there is so much more to come. Senior year is a lot like a circle; if you give it all you’ve got, it will do the same.

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Changing college plans last minute ...and finding peace with making the best financial and overall plan for YOUR future

by DEMI JENSEN Underclassmen might not fully appreciate the significance of May 1st, but seniors do. For some, the date could not come sooner and brings them a nervous joy. There are other students, however, that could have a breakdown just thinking about the idea of committing to what comes next. Approximately twelve years of school, countless amounts of tests, and immense preparation ultimately comes down to just this one day: Decision Day. Speaking from personal experience, it is possible to plan the next year down to the dollar, until there is one month left to make final decisions and college no longer seems as exciting as it did before applying for student loans. In some extremely lucky cases, the last month of school is a breeze and the student knows exactly what they are going to pursue. For a while, I thought I was one of those students. Grand Valley State University was calling my name, and I was 99.9% sure I would spend the next four years there. May first was a month away, and I comfortably decided to enroll at my first choice university. ...then suddenly I was beginning the process of enrollment and rethinking my entire future.

No one can really be prepared for the painstaking process of enrolling, and I learned it the hard way half way through. When enrolling at a university, most students go through mandatory

online counseling for finances and tuition. Before doing so, I thought I would be prepared to see the estimated amount of money I would owe at the end of four years at GVSU, but I was sorely mistaken. Half way through the counseling, tears were already forming in my eyes, and the amount of debt I would be in was looking at me

future.

As a senior, I have learned that everything is temporary‌ including college plans. Student loans, registering for classes, applying for housing, and career choices are all deciding factors when enrolling, and as stressful and panic-inducing as it may be, sometimes our plans just are not the path we ultimately want to take. Everyone is different and has different academic goals and needs, and fortunately we all have the decision to take our own paths.

Although changing the plans “last minute� is certainly scary, I have learned that it is important to keep an open mind.

Now, I am not discouraging students to give up on their dreams, but it is important to remember the consequences our decisions could have on our futures after college. Beginning June first, we will all be moving on to the next chapter of our lives. We have the control to decide where we end up in the fall, and changing college plans last minute is just a puzzle piece of the whole process. More than anything, I have learned that we cannot feel guilty or shameful for any last minute changes we make. We have waited four years for freedom, and now is the time to make our own decisions regarding our education.

Everyone is different and has different academic goals and needs, and fortunately we all have the decision to take our own paths. face to face from the computer screen.

Ultimately, I decided to make the best choice for my situation and enroll at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, where I will be spending at most two years studying before transfering. This seemed like a better fit because it would allow me to stay at home if I desperately need the financial cushion, as well as give me some wiggle room in regards to my major. Although attending KVCC was not my first choice, the decision has greatly lessened my anxiety in regards to my

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What we learned in high school that goes far beyond academics

by LAURA KOSCINSKI The four years spent here at Portage Northern serve way more importance than just the content we learned alone. While each of us is walking down the stage at graduation, getting our diploma for earning our credits, it’s not just the classes we took or the grades that we got, it’s also who we became in the process. Each of us can speak to many things we have learned from being a student here and hopefully will use them to become stronger individuals.

“It’s important to not focus on learning content material only, because most people learn the content to the point of passing a test or exam, but then they forget all of the content because it is no longer relevant. If you focus on learning from high school as a whole rather than content for a test, you will learn more life skills such as proactive learning and engagement,” said senior Madelynn Corey. It is so

easy to get caught up in life and ev- that is pivotal when one enters the ery single thing that is keeping you workforce,” said senior Daniel Garbusy throughout the day. The only reton. Truly, something that cannot downside is when it leads to pro- be taught in a textbook, social intercrastination or a lack of motivation actions are simply a part of life. As to finish the work expected of you. humans, we will all have to communicate with Many of us famihave asked Besides the actual knowledge friends, ly, co workers, our teachwe gain from each of our employers, ers, “why teachers, and do I need to classes, it’s more about the know this?” others daily.

Without the Besides motivated and responsible ability to inthe actual knowledge students we become as an effect teract with others, we we gain of the skills we put to use. can’t get very from each far in life or of our classachieve as es, it’s more about the motivated and responsi- much as we are capable of.

“Also, it’s important to learn how ble students we become as an efto manage stress and high school fect of the skills we put to use.

“In high school, you learn how to is a great way to prepare you for communicate and be social with the real world stress,” said Garreton. others. It’s impossible to learn that Everyone here at Portage Northern in a textbook and is something can benefit from the stress that is

received with studying and preparing for tests while taking on extra curriculars all in 24 hours. While no one clearly enjoys being stressed out, we can learn from the experience in order to better prepare ourselves for our future responsibilities. ¨School is a simulation of life,¨ said senior Joseph Marsh. Of course our career paths that we go into will immensely differ from school, but the typical responsibilities such as deadlines, homework, and punctuality prepare us for life beyond high school.

We all have likely gained at least one thing from our time here at Portage Northern. In order to truly show the world who we are and bring out the best in ourselves and others, we need to take action to the valuable things we have learned as a high schooler and apply them to all of the situations we will meet in the future.

What are the most important non-academic skills that high school graduates need to succeed in the 21st century?

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Farmwald takes the Gold

Northern student earns highly competitive scholarship

by MANNY TSANG The Medallion Scholarships are a set of scholarships valued at $60,000, enough to pay for a full four years at Western Michigan University. In order to earn a scholarship, one must go through a vigorous day of testing at Western involving essay writing and group problem solving.

Afterwards, a select number of students come back for an interview with the Easy Tips to scholarship committee in order to decide who wins it. Mackenzie Farmwald, a senior at Portage Northern, is one of the qualified candidates who earned the Medallion Scholarship.

Outside of the competition, Farmwald is an outstanding student. She is an IB Diploma candidate, being described by her IB advisor Rick Searing as having “gone above and beyond to pursue the IB Diploma this year.” She is also first chair in symphonic band for trumpet, and according to Nancy Nott, “inquisitive, thoughtful and creative.” Along with her academic achievements, she is active in forensics. Cecilia Weeks, the current forensics coach, describes Farmwald as “a go-to girl if ever there was one. I can count on her to be there on time, and others can count on her to help as well.”

Preparation for something as important as the Medallion Scholarship is a must. For Farmwald, preparation was pretty simple.

“I’ve done Forensics, which prepared me for the interview and the group problem solving, and I have been in IB and writing my extended essay has prepared me for the essay portion,” said Farmwald. “In reality, the preparation was a lot more

of me doing the things I was already doing.”

As much as someone can prepare, there is still a big difference between practice and the real deal.

Taking the test was somewhat stressful for Farmwald.

While working Farmwald was worried ”that if I didn’t get it, I would not be able to afford college, but overall I knew it would work out somehow.”

Despite the stress, the fellow candidates were warm and polite.

Northern alumni and recipient of the Medallion Scholarship in 2017 Tashifa Fayyaz remembered how “... surprised to find out how welcoming and friendly Context the atmosphere was in the room. New ideas and input were always welcome, but you really had to put in the effort to make your voice heard.”

After Farmwald finished the interview, she waited three months to find out she won. Farmwald said “[When I found out, it was] awkward but I was excited. I didn’t know if I should tell other people because I knew so many of the people who had applied, but knew that not very

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many get it. “ Farmwald plans to go to Western Michigan University and major in Chemistry.

After college, she wants to work in pharmaceutical research. If anyone wants to compete for the Medallion Scholarship, Farmwald would recommend “to just relax and be yourself. No matter how good of an actor you are, people can tell when you aren’t being genuine and the scholarship committee is looking for genuine people that care about everyone’s voices being heard. And also come say ‘Hi’ on competition day. Talking to the past scholars really calmed me down, and we will all be there to answer questions and try to help you out in any way possible.”

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CuLture & society COLLEGE & ENGAGEMENT

DAILY BRUIN UC Berkley students protest police brutality on Broadway Avenue in Oakland, California. The protestors began on campus and marched to downtown Oakland.

College is fast approaching for most of the seniors reading this column. Although college greatly revolves around discovering oneself and career pursuits, we cannot forget our community and peers along the way.

I recently came across a tweet by @culanth, a cultural anthropology Twitter account, which stated, “Academics who are not politically engaged through their work are tacitly endorsing the status quo.” This reminded me that once I begin university in the fall, that I cannot neglect to weave my studies with political and community engagement.

The Twitter account continues by explaining that the significance of politics is that it is “about systems of power and how they interact with, shape, and are shaped by our lives and decisions. This is something every academic can and should think about.” As students we do not necessarily have to study politics to be engaged individuals. We simply must be conscious of our surrounding political and social structures in our communities when establishing our academic knowledge.

Along with being mindful of political frameworks, it is also important to find a space for yourself in college. A space is somewhere you feel comfortable - somewhere you can think freely and creatively. It is integral to anyone’s experience whether in college, or not, to find your community. If you will be attending college, every institution is bound to sponsor some form of a cultural, political, religious, interest group. Find a group you identify with and grow with it.

Once I arrive on a college campus, perhaps I may join the African student association or a publication such as this one. Regardless of whatever groups I end up engaging with, I plan on acknowledging the importance solidarity and unity throughout my four years.

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BERKELEY COLLEGE Berkeley College Model United Nations club at a conference at New York University. Model UN is an extracurricular in which students roleplay UN delegates for nations and participate in committees.

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May: a month full of exams, senior ceremonies, and...squirt guns? For the class of 2018, this is their unexpected but fun-filled reality. “At this point in the year, everybody is just really done with school,” said senior and student Senate secretary Jessie Beadle. “So we really wanted to find a way to just get the seniors together and have something fun to keep us going and finish strong.”

Beadle and other senior Senators found

their answer in a game hosted annually by Portage Central: Water Wars. “Because PC always does it, Lizzy [Verduzco] and I talked to Mr. French and other administrators to try and get permission to host one here,” said Beadle. She and Verduzco created a list of rules and set guidelines to help it get approved, so they

were, as Beadle put it, “not too surprised when they granted us permission to do it.”

Thus, the first annual PN Water Wars was born. Seniors clambered to sign up, mostly because the game presented a fun opportunity to help make it through the busy graduation season. “It seemed like the perfect way to alleviate some of the stress I was under with all my IB exams,” said Austin Vanderweele, one of the competitors.

Others signed up for a chance to play the game that their PC friends had already been doing. “I saw my Central friends from this year and last year doing it,” said Omar Thaj. “So when we got it approved this year, it looked too fun not to try!” The large cash prize certainly did not shy away any potential competitors, either: the plan is to divide $90 among the top 3 places (this is from the participant’s $2 entry fee).

Water Wars is much more than an opportunity for seniors to bond at the end of the year. It is,

according to many participants, a cutthroat competition.

Seniors like Quinlan Lewis, who managed to eliminate four people before he was taken down by Taylor Lyke, went to extreme levels to achieve such a high rank. “I went to Steven [Garside]’s house in the early AM,” said Lewis. “It was pretty difficult to get the video.”

Similar stories are common.

When a game pits classmates against classmates and friends against friends, the contestants can trust no one. “It instills terror in me everyday after school,” said Austin Vanderweele. Once Water Wars started, Vanderweele began to carry a water gun wherever he went: something that came in handy when he came under sudden attack.

“Brian Schreiber was following me home, so when I got out of the car I sprinted for the door,” said Vanderweele. “He starting shooting water at me but kept missing, so I threw a book at him and sprayed my water bottle on him.”

Even though Water Wars can get tense, most seniors have found that it has turned out to be an excellent addition to the

end-of-year traditions like the Talent Show, Academic Awards Ceremony, and Grad Bash. “Water Wars is a great way to bond this year’s senior class,” said senior Isabelle Kominek, who is not participating in the contest because she did not know about it until it was past the deadline.

“It is good hearted fun and a nice way to get the seniors together

outside of school,” added Vanderweele. “It really just allows us to have this one last fun thing with our peers.”

Even though it is just a game, Water Wars has offered students one last chance to have some fun with one another. “There will definitely not be another setting like this where we will spend time together for 7 hours a day,”

said senior Isabelle Kominek.

“And outside of school, there will always be the people that move away for college or just not want to be in Portage.” So why would seniors not celebrate the final moments they share together by splashing each other with water?

As Beadle said, “It’s just a really good time!”

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The Class of 2018 NL staff says goodbye Carter Landis, Sports Editor I wonder if I can make this sign off like Kobe Bryant’s “Dear Basketball,” his retirement speech that won him an Emmy. Probably not. I guess I’ll just do my own thing, and talk about how dearly I’ve loved each and every moment of being a part of this incredible newspaper staff. I’ve been on staff with tons of different people, and I’ve appreciated everything that they’ve all taught me, and how they all helped me be a better person and a better journalist. There are so many highlights and memories I have ever since I’ve been a part of this amazing group of people, it would take me forever to list them all, so I’ll try to condense it: placing (twice) at MIPA in the spring, being published nationally in SNO, talking about absolutely nothing with Ben Lewis all sophomore year, spending my mornings in the lab writing instead of socializing with my friends during junior year, and senior year, blowing off work to do nothing and talk to Mackenzie Brey.

I’m not sure how to wrap up my incredible, life changing, time on the Northern Light Staff. I can’t say, “Mamba Out,” cause in no way am I Kobe, but maybe I can go out like my favorite player in the NBA currently, Kawhi Leonard. It’s been the best ride of my life this past two and a half years, and I leave you with this, as only a Kawhi Leonard fan could, simplistically. Okay, bye.

Megan Rinock, Illustrator I honestly don’t believe that I’m actually saying goodbye right now. It feels like just yesterday that I had my first introduction to journalism and was awkwardly practice-interviewing my classmates, too shy to speak up. Now that four years have gone by, I’ll be the first to admit that I need a lesson on ‘inside voice.’

All four years I was part of the journalism team, but it wasn’t until last year that I finally got the chance to really do what I always wanted to do: be a cartoonist. My confidence grew as time went on. I had my rocky moments, I had my triumphant moments, and through it all, I grew and became the person I am today.

Journalism had that effect on me; it changed me, introduced me to new people, and gave me the confidence and strength to become who I am today. I love my journalism family, and it pains me to have to say

goodbye. I will never forget the amazing memories I’ve had, like winning MIPA awards, or joking around with Thorpe, or meeting so many new and awesome friends. Journalism was the class I could count on, the class that I repeatedly took every year and loved. I have to admit, not everything was easy. But for me, I don’t need easy. I just need possible. Adios, friends.

Lexi Kava, Entertainment Editor I started my time as a PN journalist with Mr. Neal, listening to his rantings on typography. Mr. Neal, you’re great, but typography is so boring. In the past four years of my time at high school, Journalism has always been one of my favorite classes, I loved writing and reporting all kinds of different stories for the paper, entertainment especially. While being on this staff, I have learned so much from both Mr. Neal and Mrs. Thorpe that I will take with me all through college. I learned social skills, writing techniques, and design knowledge. I also learned the importance of student journalism and why the student body needs a voice to represent them. This class has been such a life changer for me in so many ways; I went from a pesky little freshmen staff writer to an editor with my own column. I’m really going to miss the rush of preparing for deadline, staff parties, watching The Office, and researching the latest nerd news for my column. I wish the Northern Light much success in the future; this definitely paper deserves it. I would also like to give a special goodbye to my fellow nerds out there, always stay nerdy. Peace out Northern.

Manny Tsang, Staff Writer I’ve only been on the Northern Light staff for one full year, but this year has taught me a lot. I’ve learned how to stay on top of my work (and how it affects the people I work with if I don’t), how to design, and how to effectively waste my time when I’ve finished all of my work.

The memories I’ve made here will definitely stay with me, and I think I wouldn’t have enjoyed my senior year as much as I did if I didn’t take this class. There is not enough I can do to thank Thorpe and all of my classmates for making this such an amazing experience.

May 2018 19 Lexi Gavlas, Creative Editor How am I supposed to say goodbye to one of the few things that has remained constant for all four years of my high school career? I have been a part of the journalism department for the past 4 years and have seen the paper grow and change immensely. It has been so rewarding to see all of our long hours of collaboration, creativity, and hard work pay off and help the paper to become something that represents the entire student body. Though I still haven’t mastered inDesign, and I’m nowhere close to being a world renowned journalist, it’s been a good ride. A quick shout out to Allison McKenzie for listening to me ramble every day for the past 4 years, Ben Lewis for letting me make fun of him for the past 3, and the whole staff for allowing me to express my complaints through the art of journalism, and finally to all of you who have more or less read my articles throughout the years.

Allison McKenzie, Business Manager It seems like just yesterday I stepped into my first day on staff freshman year, shocked at how free the room felt and how accepted I was in the group full of upperclassmen.

Journalism has been the one thing that has stuck with me throughout my four years here at Portage Northern and I couldn’t be more grateful for it. Being able to have a class soley about writing what you want and reporting on things that interest you has kept me sane throughout these years full of “mandatory” work. Not to mention, the relationships I have made through this class have impacted me greatly. Shout out to Ben Lewis for helping me design literally anything, Lexi Gavlas for consistently listening to my problems no matter how many times I’ve complained, and the whole journalism staff for encompassing me into our little family; you guys are the real ones.

So as I depart, I hope that the Northern Light impacts others as much as it has me and the little family we have now continues to grow and flourish.

Demi Jensen, Opinion Editor Three years ago, I had no idea how important journalism and the Northern Light would become to me. Prior to this class, I had no idea what real journalism was, had a hard time making new friends, and was extremely shy. Looking back, being on staff has impacted me past the point of learning how to write and

design. From making friends with seniors when I was a freshman to meeting my best friend through this class, I am immensely grateful for everything this class has given me. My peers have become my family, and I know I will miss this class more than anything after graduation. I hope the underclassmen and juniors keep the Northern Light alive and continue to be a family.

Mackenzie Brey, Social Media Manager As much as I love writing my final goodbye to Portage Northern, it hurts to know this is the last time I will be writing for THE Northern Light. There aren’t enough words I could ever write to say thank you to everyone, but (since I can never shut my mouth) I will try. To everyone who reads our paper, thank you. You don’t know how proud I am of myself and other staff members when I overhear someone talking about the articles we worked so hard on. It never fails to put a smile on my face. To my staff members, keep working hard. I know that we, the graduating seniors, do all of the ACTUAL hard work, but you guys are the new spirit of the Light and should be proud. To my fellow seniors, it’s over and we’re done, but I will genuinely miss complaining about the slightest of work with all of you. Carter Landis, my platonic soulmate, thank you for being my go-to guy for anything and everything. You have made these last few months brighter than I ever thought possible (and I’m not just talking about your skin tone). And to Demi Jensen, thank you for every time you have read my article and laughed because you knew I was watching and thank you for sitting next to me in class last year. I have made a forever friend because of it.

Laura Koscinski, Staff Member While this has only been my first year on the Northern Light staff, I have gained so much. I will forever be grateful to have had the opportunity to be a part of such an amazing team. I have learned to enjoy writing more than I ever thought possible and have learned even more about depending on others and working as a team. It wasn’t until this class that I realized how unaware I was of what is happening around me. I have written and read about so many different issues and new things that I wouldn’t have even heard about if it wasn’t for this class. I now understand the purpose of journalism and feel more compelled to share my opinion even if it’s not a popular one. Even though I am fairly new to the staff, I will miss it when I leave. I want to thank Mrs. Thorpe and all of my classmates for making this a great experience.

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20 FEATURE Meredith Ablao, News Editor Journalism has made me who I am today. It has taught me about myself

and the world around me. Since sophomore year, it has been the one thing throughout high school that has been consistent. Sitting by Ben Lewis, our design editor, every single year has shown me that I am a better writer than him and he is a WAY better designer than me.

From sharing controversial views to helping me with my math homework in class, thanks for all the conversation!

Anyways, writing has been my passion since a very young age. I used to write plays and short stories with my dad.

It makes me smile knowing that writing has followed me throughout my whole life. As I learned how to write journalistically, I immediately fell in love with it. News being my favorite, I loved expressing people’s voices through my articles. It is empowering, especially in this day and age with the teens leading the way. The media is changing as we grow up, and it will continue to change for years to come. I hope more and more people fall in love with journalism like I did. Join the Northern Light.

You won’t​regret it for a second.

Issra Said, Feature Editor For the longest time, I could not wait to graduate from high school. However, now that graduation is nearing, I am (A LITTLE) hesitant to let go of my favorite parts of PN, like my time spent as a staff member for the Light. I initially joined our journalism program because of my love of writing, but I ended up being surprised by how much I enjoyed graphic design as well. It is crazy to think that in just a short amount of time, it will be over. At the same time, though, I am content with this because I have learned so much about myself through writing honestly and designing passionately all thanks to the Northern Light. From meeting new people to writing for my column, it will be hard to forget my last two and a half years with this publication.

Lily Antor, Editor in Chief This is weird. Writing this, I mean. It’s something I’ve always looked forward to composing, but now that I am here and actually doing it all the words

and ideas I had throughout the years have vanished. All I really know is that for the past three years the third floor lab has been my home here at PN. I have spent countless hours here: rushing out on the daily to get quotes and snap pictures, only to rush back in at the end of the hour to write and design. I can say with certainty that the work has been hard and plentiful. But I can say with even more sincerity that it has all been worth it. Firstly, to the people in that are in this special classroom with me right now as I am writing this: thank you for making all the literal blood, sweat and tears poured into our hours of hard work worth it. Y’all should be not only proud of our paper, but yourselves. I will miss you all. Secondly, to Mrs. Thorpe: Thank you for your guidance both in and outside the classroom. You have inspired me to be a better student and person. For that, I couldn’t be more grateful to be your student and EIC. Lastly, to the class of 2018: thanks for growing up with me.

I love and am so proud of all 300 something of you. While I cannot be sure what is in our futures, I do know it’ll be an honor to walk across that stage with you.

Ben Lewis, Design Editor I just joined journalism because I thought Mr. Neal was funny. Then, I found out that I had to write a lot. So, to avoid this, I took interest in the design element of journalism. I contributed nearly nothing to the staff during my sophomore year, just sitting back and learning the basics, eager to learn. However, I quickly became intrigued with the complexity and intricacy of the design world. Over the summer between sophomore and junior year, I practiced my design techniques and I increased my repertoire of skills. However, looking back at my three years on staff, the most significant things I have developed are not the journalistic skills or techniques, but the relationships I have made with my classmates. Being in the class for three years has strengthened my friendships with everyone around me, especially my desk neighbors Allison McKenzie, Lexi Gavlas, and Meredith Ablao. I also have to thank Mrs. Thorpe, Lily Antor, and Cortney Chow for putting up with me for these years; their patience is remarkable and their kindness limitless. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of the staff for making these four years memorable and enjoyable.

FUN FACT: of the 33 awards the NL staff won at State, 28 were won by seniors.

Triple Threat How Quinlan Lewis made his name known in three different sports

by LIAM FAGAN

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ny Northern student who has gone to a baseball, football, or basketball game this year has most likely heard the name Quinlan Lewis. His name seems to have a reserved place on the morning announcements.

While Lewis plays three sports, he feels as though his skills are the best on the football field. He attributes his success to simply working hard. Football coach Pete Schermerhorn agrees, saying: “He is a high character kid that is selfless in nature, and is willing to do whatever the team needs. This showed as Quinlan’s teammates elected him team captain and awarded him the ‘Huskie’ award which goes to the player who best reflects this quote by Vince Lombardi: ‘The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to his commitment to excellence regardless of his chosen field of endeavor.’” He feels as though he has greatly improved as an athlete, and he credits that improvement to his coaches, and his failures. “I’ve improved in many ways but the most significant is thanks to my coaches. They have empowered me and given me confidence to become a leader. Also with time comes skill improvement, that’s all thanks to failure. You can’t get better if you don’t fail.” says Lewis.

Lewis has played baseball and football all four of his years here at Northern. However he decided to add basketball to his already packed schedule this year. Lewis may have joined up late in his high school career, but he still contributed to the team in his one year as a member. Coach Ben Neal was very pleased with Lewis this year, and likes him as a player. He says, “Q is a team-first athlete who believes that a team is stronger when everyone commits to their role. With that, he also competes with toughness. In many ways, he is a coach’s dream as he’s blue-collar, puts the team first, and cares about his teammates while still bringing talent to the game.”

While Lewis has enjoyed his time here at Northern, it has to come to an end. However, he will be staying close and attending Michigan State University for college. Instead of moving the chains, he’ll be studying them. Supply chains that is. Lewis is sad to be leaving not only his school, but his teammates and friends.

He says, “I am going to miss Northern sports because of all the relationships made and all the great memories I have made. I’m also going to miss all the new sports fields and that I never got to play in them, but I’m excited for all my younger friends to experience that.”

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A varsity star:

How Michael Lincoln excels in three different sports

by MALCOLM GAYNOR Varsity sports at Portage Northern are extremely competitive. Despite this, star Senior athlete Michael Lincoln has left his legacy in three different sports. Lincoln played varsity baseball, football, and basketball for a total of 7 varsity seasons in his career, a success powered by his competitive nature.

“I want to be the best I can all the time, I’m kind of a perfectionist,” he explains.

One of Lincoln’s best sports memories at Northern was the baseball team’s state title run his freshman year. The team had an amazing run that ending in an extra inning loss in the state championship game.

Lincoln also has great memories from the football season. For him, best part of the season is the rivalry game against Portage Central. This season, the great rivalry was heightened when the two teams met again in the playoffs, something Lincoln especially enjoyed.

Lincoln’s coaches have also recognized the special athlete he is. Baseball coach Chris Andrews mentions that when discussing Lincoln, “the first thing that comes to mind is his competitiveness.” Coach Ben Neal, also recognizes Lincoln’s signature competitive mindset. “Michael, to me, is one of the grittiest players I have coached. He seems to thrive with conflict and difficult situations and

QB Michael Lincoln releases an off-balance throw.

has the ability to put the team over himself,” says Neal, a baseball and basketball coach. An especially defining moment showing Lincoln’s grit and competitiveness occurred as a freshman, when Lincoln lost a tooth at first base, but was more upset about having to leave the game than his own injury. Later, he pitched Northern to a 3-1 victory over PC on the same day as his mouth surgery.

Lincoln’s leadership and presence in Portage Northern sports has also left an impact on his teammates. Sophomore football and baseball player Greg Lapetina has felt the great influence Lincoln has left in Northern athletics. “He’s a really good leader and a fun teammate to be around,” he says.

Just as Lincoln has left a legacy on Portage Northern sports, the sports have also helped change him. “It makes you be able to focus and control your life because you have so much that you are doing,” he explains. Balancing three sports with school and social life is definitely a challenge, but Lincoln still finds a way to excel, thanks to his drive and passion. Currently, he is a captain, first baseman and closer for the stateranked baseball team.

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Michael Lincoln fires a pitch. He has been dominant from the mound this year. Photos courtesy of Michael Lincoln.

Lincoln knocking down a three from the corner.

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by CARTER LANDIS My time as sports editor of the Northern Light is coming to an end, and I can’t begin to express how much fun it’s been to bring you sports stories for the last two and a half years. My final column will be reflective of the best things I’ve experienced since taking this position.

1. Writing anything and everything that happened in sports In junior year, when I officially took the position of sports editor, anything that happened in college or pro sports, Mrs. Thorpe would say, “can you get a column out on this?” and I would be on top of it. I probably wrote 40 column pieces last year. A lot of it was garbage and I was just updating the world on what I thought. During senior year, I instead transferred all the sports news to my radio show as part of my EFE, so my activity on the newspaper was spotty, like Jim in season 9 of The Office when he goes to the sports marketing company. But, like Pam, the newspaper is my first love, and I’d never leave it.

2. Taking the position of sports editor after sophomore year I had aspirations of being the sports editor as soon as I arrived on the Northern Light staff in February 2016. However, back then, I was a little fish in a big pond, and with so many people on staff, it was hard for my voice to be heard. I didn’t get anything published in the newspaper that year, but I did get a few things online. Allison McKenzie was the incumbent sports editor at the time, and she was happy to give up the position for me. When her sister, Megan, announced that I had earned the job, I knew big things were ahead, but I couldn’t begin to dream that they would be as big as they really ended up being.

3. Being tasked with an Olympic-sized mission I wrote a piece during the summer of 2016 when the Olympics were taking place about a former Portage Northern track athlete, Andrew Evans, as he attempted to qualify. However, I had no idea that I would even be writing it at the time. I retweeted a tweet from Mrs. Thorpe, congratulating Andrew on his success, and she took that as the opportunity to get me started for the upcoming year. She told me if I did a good job on the paper, I would get my own column. I really have to credit Mrs. Thorpe for almost all of my success. She saw something in me from the very beginning that I didn’t even see in myself, before she even knew me. I can never repay everything she’s done for me over these past two years. I’m so eternally grateful for her. If it wasn’t for her, I probably wouldn’t be on the path to success that I am now.

4. Getting overlooked at MIPA - twice Two years in a row, I felt robbed of the Best Sports Columnist award at State. This taught me a valuable lesson, though. They prefer that you write diverse coverage about your school’s sports, and I chose to instead cover collegiate and national sports much more frequently, which is what I’m better at and what I enjoy more. In the end, I’m glad I didn’t compromise who I am as a sports reporter just to win an award, and I’m happy that I stayed true to myself. It will all work out; I’ll remember them in my Curt Gowdy Media Award speech.

So with that, so long, friends; I’ll see you sometime down the line.

Check out all 50 pieces I’ve written online in my tenure with the Northern Light here:

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Seven sports, four years: senior Huskies diversify their time and talent

by LEXI DOLL & ANAI FREEDMAN

Griffin McLeodBaseball/Football/Hockey

Griffin McLeod never fails to make everyone laugh, and tends to succeed on the ice. McLeod was 2nd team all conference as well as the “hardest shot” in the league twice meaning he had the most powerful and fastest shot.

The recognition doesn’t stop there, as he was voted best defensive player for the team twice as well as academic all state in both hockey and baseball. McLeod played on the varsity hockey team all four years and played varsity baseball for two. As he ends his high school athletic career, McLeod would like to thank Tre Walker for making sure “he’s not through.”

Noah HechtBaseball/Football/Basketball

Varsity baseball and football player Noah Hecht is going to miss his teammates of four years now that very soon he will be leaving to play baseball at Kalamazoo College. The running back and center fielder says one of his greatest accomplishments is when he was awarded academic all state in baseball as a junior.

As a freshman, he was moved up to varsity for football during the playoffs and even scored a touchdown against Portage Central. Talking about his athletic career at Portage Northern, Hecht says, “I’ve loved just about every second of it. There have been quite a few ups and downs along the way, but that’s just normal.

From the people I’ve met to the games I’ve played, it’s all been a blast. Both football and baseball.”

Lexi Coon- Softball/Basketball

Erin Sexsmith- Golf/Softball

This senior starter as well as the Women’s Varsity basketball team captain, Lexie, short for Alexis Coon, is known for her infectious laugh as well as her contagious smile, but many don’t know that she is a star both on and off the court. She started playing for the Huskies her freshman year and continued on to play for 3 more years earning a honorable mention all-division. Coon started her high school softball career on the varsity team and attend Marquette in the fall. Although they do not have a softball team, she has decided to play club softball outside of her schooling.

Her favorite quote, which she seems to think “sums up her whole athletic career,” is said by no other than the infamous Michael Jordan: “Just play. Have Fun. Enjoy the game.”

Erin Sexsmith has a bittersweet feeling about leaving PN sports, but she is ecstatic to start a new athletic experience at Alderson Broaddus University in West Virginia. The softball player and golfer loves softball, but is choosing to attend college for golf. “I think softball can be more fun, and it definitely doesn’t stress me out as much as golf, but I’m better at golf,” says Sexsmith. Sexsmith is a designated hitter for softball and often substitutes for her teammates when they are injured, which makes her quite important to the team. In her opinion, her biggest accomplishment was in golf when she shot her career best 78 at the Greater Kalamazoo tournament and took first place by 9 shots.

Emily Lewis- Volleyball

Emily Lewis is an academic, all-american volleyball phenomena. Lewis started on varsity her freshman year and continued to play through her senior year. Her friends describe her as “upbeat” and say that “she has a radiating presence around her that makes everyone happy.” Teammate Gabi Ford adds that “she was always positively encouraging people to their their best and I always had a great time playing with her. She definitely gave the team the excitement that we needed.” Lewis has received the highest academic honors all four years and will be playing at Hope College in the fall.

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Deborah Torres- Softball

Softball star and MIT commit Deborah Torres is sad to see her high school career come to an end, but is also excited to see what her future in softball holds. Torres is also a KAMSC student, so balancing being an elite athlete and an extraordinary student was difficult. “It means a lot of late nights to do homework or study, but with all the stress of KAMSC there is no way I could handle it emotionally without the stress relief that softball gives me,” says Torres. This left-handed pitcher can’t see herself not playing softball and she is hoping to grow from a great high school player to an even better college player. Torres says, “I play a sport of failure. If a professional baseball player gets on base 3 times in 10 bats, that’s considered good. Yet no matter how much failure I face, I can’t stand the idea of not playing.”

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Saying yes to the best: Seniors commit to play sports for their schools of choice

by CAMERON MEYERS & KYLIE CLIFTON

The road by which you came A nostalgic roadtrip down memory lane for the class of 2018

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About 13 members of the class of 2018 have not just been accepted to their school of their dreams, but will also get the chance to play their sport of their dreams there as well. These are their stories.

Taylor Lyke: Softball “My high school experience was so much fun. I connected with a lot of the players and with my coach, including there was a better atmosphere when playing. I chose KVCC because it was closer to home, so that was the main reason I decided to play with them.”

Jessica Beadle: Softball “The best experience I’ve had when playing softball is building up the friendships with my teammates and also meeting new people in the process. The reason why I decided to go to Purdue Northwest University is I fell in love with the coach and players, and academically it fit me perfectly.”

Hannah Biddlecome: Softball “I know I hit 2 out of the park home runs, but I hit differently than others, which is called the slap hit.

I decided to go to Calvin because I looked at academics first when deciding. Then I stayed a weekend at the dorms with the players and I absolutely loved the dynamics and the team.”

Corinne McCarthy: Volleyball “My best experience in volleyball was the hard work that I put into this sport, and it ended up paying off in the end. I’m really excited to say that I made a commitment to Franklin Pierce because when I met the coach, I automatically knew that it was the perfect fit for me.”

Noah Hecht: Baseball “My favorite part in baseball is hitting because it excites me and it also challenges me to do better in the sport I love. I decided to go to Kalamazoo College because it was close to home and I really like the team, especially the coach.”

Quinn Hanley: Lacrosse “My favorite experience when playing lacrosse was when my team and I beat Portage Central in the playoffs my freshman year.

Grand Valley was my pick because when I took my visit to meet the team, the players and coach were really nice and super fun to be around.”

Jonathan Wolf: Baseball “While I was playing baseball throughout my years, I love the family atmosphere that was being built while playing with my teammates and forming new bonds. I decided to go to St. Francis when I stayed the night with the team and the coach and everyone was super kind, including the teammates.”

Grant Perrine: Soccer “The best experience I’ve had playing soccer was the time I played on a national team and I got to travel to Las Vegas and Dallas to play in the tournaments. I decided to commit to Adrian because that’s where I grew up and most of my family is living there, so it would be nice to see them.”

Sydney Clifton: Lacrosse “When I started playing lacrosse, I made goals throughout my years of playing. It took a long time to understand the sport, but then it became easier as I played, which made my experience so much fun. I decided to go to Wooster when they asked me to stay with them in October and spend a few nights there.”

Lauren Chavis: Softball “I love softball because I can express my passion towards the sport, as well I push myself to do better. The reason being why I decided to go to KVCC is that I will be closer to home, it will save me loads of money, and I can do what I love with my family watching me.”

Deborah Torres: Softball “My best experiences playing softball are well fought wins as a pitcher because they show me how far I’ve come from where I started. I play my hardest to come out with the win, and it shows me that all the work I’ve put in is bringing me forward and making me better. I decided to go to MIT because I always wanted to go to a high level academic school and MIT definitely fits that description. So now I get to live my dream of playing college softball at my dream school, which is absolutely incredible.”

Ella Lewis: Volleyball “My best experiences would definitely be throughout all 4 years of playing volleyball at Portage Northern. I enjoy getting to know all the girls I played with, I made a lot of my closest friends through the teams. Shout out to my girls! I planned on going into the dental field and KVCC has an amazing dental hygienist program.”

Emily Lewis: Volleyball “My best experience is when I was 16, my club team got 3rd in the nation during our performance at Nationals in Orlando. I actually decided on Hope College for the school first, then figured out that it was possible for me to play there, so I took the opportunity! I chose the school because it is the perfect size, promotes the same values I personally believe in, and has a friendly, loving campus and community!”

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Throughout the elementary years, from the class of 2018 different fads swept over the nation that we will never forget and you could see almost every child playing with. Everything from different styles, toy ands movies. We all know the kids that either “heelied” the elementary halls or were strutting their rubber new crocks with decorative pins on them. Or maybe the kids on the playground with the “slap bands” and bratz dolls. Don’t try to act as if you weren’t because yes, you were probably one of these kids. Which there is no shame.. Some of the more iconic moments that will forever be remembered, high school musical and camp rock. The two musicals that started the world of “crushing” for lots of young girls and boys. Which let’s not forget about the talking pig that taught amazing morals, Charlotte’s Web. Middle school: the years you made some new friends, found

some new interests and started to really hate school. You started to find yourself in different cliques, braces started to become a new normal, which meant self consciousness started dripping from the walls. 2012 came rolling around and had people thinking the world was going to end. Which then sparked the catch phrase that was printed onto any clothing and accessory you can find, “yolo”.

Meaning, “you only live once”.

Children then started to turn in their slap bands for the new best accessory: silly bands. The bright colorful different shaped bracelets was a must have for any outfit.

Which then the new movie that had everyone begging their parents to take them to the 12 o’clock premier: The Hunger Games.

Throughout high school, so many things changed, including what’s popular. From music to movies, the class of 2018 has seen many things come and go.

Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars, Purpose by Justin Bieber and Kendrick Lamar’s Humble all topped the music charts. Lorde’s Melodrama, Jay-Z’s 4:44 and Reputation by Taylor Swift all made up the soundtrack of your high school career. The Last Jedi and Straight Outta Compton all were box-office smash hits, and TV shows 13 Reasons Why, Stranger Things and This Is Us were all the rage. Marvel continued to shine in the box office with the release of Black Panther and Infinity War. You all went from watching the movie Hunger Games to playing a game very similar to it, Fortnite.

Now as your High School career is coming to a close some things happened that some have thought about since the elementary days.

Promposals, decorated senior caps, planning graduation parties and grad bash.

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Ivy’s Misadventures Vol. 8: The Finale

ola nerds! I am back for what is going to be the final edition of Nerd Alert. There’s so much crazy entertainment goodness happening right now, my nerdy senses are tingling like crazy. First off, by the time this edition reaches you, Avengers Infinity War will have already been released in theatres and one hundred percent be like the best movie ever.

If you haven’t seen it by now, I have no idea what you are doing with your life, go see it now, fool.

On another note the anticipated Lucasfilms move, Han Solo: A Star Wars Story, will be finally hitting theatres on May 25. The movie is packed with some of our favorite actors and actresses, including Game of Thrones’ beloved khaleesi, Emilia Clarke. The movie itself is the story of of a young Han Solo and his journey to become the greatest pilot in the galaxy. Han Solo has been a fan favorite Star Wars character for years, and after his tragic death in The Force Awakens, this is just what all the mourning Star Wars fans need.

One of the highest anticipated movies of the summer is Incredibles 2.

After 14 years of waiting for the sequel, it’s finally arriving on June 15th.

Kids, teens, and yes, even adults, will be flocking to the theatres in excitement. This will definitely be a movie moment to remember.

Ant Man and the Wasp, the 20th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s 22 movie story arc, will be hitting theatres July 6th, and will hopefully be filling some of the gaps left by Infinity Wars. In the movie Scott Lang, also known as Ant Man, will be joining forces with the Wasp to fight a new evil force. Sounds like as buggin’ awesome movie.

Some honorable mentions also coming out this summer are Ocean’s 8, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Crazy Rich Asians and Deadpool 2.

Well, the time has come for me to say my farewells. Nerd Alert has been such a pleasure for me to write this past year, and I hope I have brought nerdiness and happiness to all you readers. This will be the last edition of Nerd Alert, so I would just like to say, peace out my nerds and always stay nerdy.

Check out the other volumes on portagenorthernlight.com

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Senior Soundtrack a playlist for pre-graduation feelings

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Rivers and Roads

The head and the heart Rivers and Roads This song is the epitome of senior year. As most of us leave our family, friends, and homes, connections will inevitably be lost. This song reminds me to hold onto the important people in my life after graduation. The lyrics of this song hit extremely close to home, and it embodies all of the negative and positive emotions of senior year. If this says anything, the seniors had a crying-fest listening to this song while making this soundtrack.

Ways to go

Grouplove

Spreading Rumors I think this song really is perfect for senior year because of the lyrics. Where they’re singing, “I’ve got a little bit longer, I’ve got a ways to go.” is perfect. Because in truth, the seniors only have a little bit longer to go, but it feels like forever. The tone sounds a little sad and depressed but at the end, it also sounds hopeful. For us, this is the perfect song for senior year.It captures the struggle of going on but still holds hope of making it through.

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The Click “Goodbye, goodbye, I say to my bestest buds.” A song about being confused about growing up and looking for that childlike innocence that you used to have, I imagine many seniors can relate. “We said that we’d keep in touch, and we did our best.” It may be hard to stay connected to your high school friends, but you’ll make new ones. A perfect song to conclude your high school career.

Life is a Highway

Rascal Flats

Greatest Hits Volume 1 I really only know this song because it was in Cars. But that movie is pretty good. So I guess if you’re feeling nostalgic about senior year, and you’re reminiscing about your childhood, I guess this makes sense.

Everybody’s Working for the Weekend Loverboy Get Lucky Throughout all of high school, every week can feels like a marathon towards the goal of the weekend. During senior year, this feels even great. When you’ve endured three years of high school, each weeks feels like they’re grinding you down more and more, and the weekend becomes even more important, for rest and for relaxation. Without the weekend, many seniors would be skipping more days than usual and doing less work than ever.

This Year The Mountain Goats The Sunset Tree The chorus of “I am going to make it through this year if it kills me” represents the grind of senior year. You know that regardless of what happens to you, or how rough it gets, you’re going to graduate and be done with high school.

Don’t Kill My Vibe (clean) Kendrick Lamar Good Kid, M.A.A.D City Senior year has an entirely different feel from the rest of high school. The excitement over graduation is only existent in senior year, and sometimes you don’t want it to ever end.

We Are Young Fun. Some Nights This song’s name says it all. We will never be this age again and should just make the best of it. There are highs and lows but we still have so much to look forward to. As hard as we may try NOT to be, we ARE young and should just take it for what it is. Live this life while we are young.

The Night Is Still Young Nicki Minaj The Pinkprint We have so much ahead of us. As seniors moving on to the rest of our lives, it’s important to know that this, graduation, is just the beginning The Night We Met Lord Huron Strangle Trails From four years to a few days, we have all met amazing friends through our time in high school. Sometimes it is easy to forget how these relationships started or how different everything was back then, and this song reminds me of how things used to be. Whether we still have these relationships or not, senior year brings a bittersweet feeling of nostalgia. The lyrics of this song are basically the definition of nostalgia.

Can’t Stop The Feeling Justin Timberlake Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack As senior year comes to an end, the seniors truly cannot stop the feeling. Not only is this song extremely happy, but it encapsulates the feeling of freedom. It just a short amount of time, we will be on summer vacation AND done with high school forever. If that isn’t something to celebrate, I don’t know what is.

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Moving forward, looking back

these 2018 retirees will be leaving with the senior class Top row, first position: Nancy Nott, English “She is a teacher that went above and beyond in every facet, she believes in every single one of her students and doesn’t let anyone fail. She is everything that a great teacher should be and more.”

- Senior Matt Hurwitz “Ms. Nott is our Energizer Bunny of enthusiasm and passion; I go to her when I have a question or concern about anything - teaching or otherwise.” - English teacher Scott Crocker Second position: Leo Hazen, Orchestra “Mr. Hazen is an amazing and passionate teacher. He absolutely loves what he does and it is evident with the amazing orchestras he has had over the years. His humor and memes will be sorely missed!” - Banad Director Josh Bartz “He is a really great person and deals with the stress from working at three different schools super well. No matter what he is still positive and it is just nice to walk into his class and see a smiling face.”

- Sophomore Justin Hamlin Third position: Bonnie Herbert, English “She is one of the strongest women I’ve ever known - having the ability to endure her pain and teach students [at the same time] is enviable. She will be missed more than the removal of twinkies from grocery stores.” - PN alumni Nikki Pachika “She would be my rock in the English Department. She is a constant professional and it is going to be hard to fill her shoes. She is always there for the kids, too: whether it is debate, IB English, or Prep 12.” - English teacher Sarah Miller Second row, first position: Kathy Mirakovits, Science “She is a great teacher that never failed to put a smile on my face.

She made forensics science very fun class and helped grow my interest in the subject.” - Senior Emily Lewis “Mrs. Mirakovits was my high school Physics teacher, my mentor teacher when I was doing my internship, and an incredible collegue for the whole time I’ve been here. Through all those stages, she’s been helpful, caring, understanding, creative, and all the things that make a wonderful teacher.” - Science teacher Justin Olsen Second position: Deb Beverly, Secretary “It has been a pleasure working with Mrs. Beverly, she is always making work fun and willing to help in anyway possible. She will be greatly missed by all. Best wishes for a very happy retirement.”

-Secretary Julie Clark “When I went into the office she was always there and ready to help me with whatever I needed. She has been a great presence around the school for the four years I have been here and I’m sure she will be missed.” - Senior Lizzy Verduzco

Third position: Kathy Augustine, Secretary “Whenever you’d walk into the office she’d greet you with a smile and just made you feel really good about yourself.” - Junior Grace Novak “She was a warm and welcoming face to everybody who walked through the door of her office. She could always be there with a joke or a shoulder to cry on, not just for the students but for me as well.”

- English teacher Nancy Nott Third row: Ruthie Connaughty, Secretary “She is the sweetest person ever.” - Secretary Trace Clemens “We will truly miss the stabilizing force that she provides for so many in the building. Her ability to support everyone and still manage the things that are on her plate is phenomenal. We will truly miss her smile, attitude, and the beautiful soul that she is!” - Principal Jim French

Fun fact: these 7 staff members have provided a combined 151 years of service to Portage Public Schools

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