Nov 2011 Raiders Digest

Volume V Issue III

Raiders Digest

Features

Tsegid Srediar

One Cookie Changes Everything

“‘I’ma tell you one time,’ Erin I love you...” - Justin

Ladies from the Class of 2012 reflect on the changes they’ve faced while at Regis Jesuit >> Page 6

The future Mrs. Bieber speaks out about her real-life love story >> Page 16

November 2011

News

Tragedy Strikes, Community Unites The Regis Jesuit community grows closer after loss of loved one

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Best Friends Forever

There is a bad case of bromance at Regis Jesuit

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Happy Brovember, Ladies.

Recognize these teachers?

This duo still joking around today

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Rodeo Fever

Ropin’ and ridin’.

One Raider gets her boots dirty. >> Page 5

Times Are A Changin’

Freshmen talk about transition into Regis Jesuit

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For more stories check out voice.regisjesuit.com

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NEWS

RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

RJ Community Mourns Loss of Junior Dominick Doyle Allie Petko ‘13 & Danny Pfannenstiel ‘12 The sound of footsteps filled the empty void as Regis Jesuit football players shuffled into the varsity locker room on the morning of Friday, October 28.

In complete taciturnity, four teams and many coaches gathered amidst the senior lockers.

Head coach Mark Nolan broke the silence.

“It was a permanent solution to a temporary problem,” Nolan said.

This was the second team meeting that morning.

Roughly two hours earlier, Nolan called the varsity team to the locker room to inform them that their teammate, junior Dominick Doyle, took his own life the night before.

Dom left his family, teammates, friends and the RJ community devastated.

Dom’s father is a coach on the varsity football team, and his brother and sister are freshmen

Donovan and Aly Doyle.

Whether it was brightening someone’s day with his energetic attitude, or showing his love with a bear hug, Dom left a lasting impression on every person he encountered.

It has been said that the end of one life is the beginning of another. Following this tragedy, the Regis Jesuit community came together and special bonds were created in a new light.

No one knows the answer to the ultimate question that we will all have in the back of our minds forever. No one knows the answer to the question that may have solved everything: “Why?” That fearful day was one that will be remembered for the amount of students, faculty, parents, and other members of the RJ community who came together for one another.

Although there will never be an answer to this grueling ques-

tion, there are many ways the community can become even closer.

Helpful Resources National Suicide Prevention Lifeline www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org 1-800-273-8255 1-800-SUICIDE

We can continue to live as “men and women with and for others” each and every day.

Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program www.yellowribbon.org

Also, don’t be afraid to ask for help. When we are able to love one another and, most importantly, love ourselves, we begin to see the community come together as one.

Second Wind Fund http://www.swfmd.org/ 303-988-5870 The Dougy Center for Grieving Children and Teens www.dougy.org

The number of people who attended the funeral services reflected Dom’s impact on the world – and so, Our Lady of Loreto Church was packed.

Children’s Grief Education Associating www.childgrif.org Coping With Grief and Loss www.helpguide.org/mental/grief_loss.htm

To put it simply, Dom was loved.

Each day we are surrounded by brothers, sisters, friends, teachers, coaches, teammates, and family. And we are surrounded

by God’s love.

Heartlight Center http://www.heartlightcenter.org/

Fr. Joe Dygert said it best in his homily at the funeral Mass: “Look around. You are loved.”

For more resources about grief and loss, please visit the Regis Jesuit Website.

Judi’s House www.judishouse.org

Boys Division Newspaper Staff

Girls Division Newspaper Staff

The Raider Review

Raiders Digest

Editor-In-Chief

Associate Ed-In-Chief: Design Associate Ed-In-Chief: Web

Benton Waterous Michael Harpole Morgan Jones

Features Editor: Evan Batten Sports Editor: Peter Bayer Clubs and Organizations Beat Editor: Matt Boselli Entertainment Editor: Ryan Ford Photography Editor: Danny Pfannenstiel News Editor: CJ Madril Publicity Chair: Connor Lehr Opinion Editor: Anthony Fante Business Manager: Eric Brunts Humor Editor: Brendan Courtois

Freelancers Danny Pan, Emma Carroll, Allie Petko The Raider Review welcomes letters to the editor, comments, questions, and concerns. Contact: voice@regsiesjesuit.com RJHS supports a free student press

Editors-In-Chief Gina Nordini, Gaby Ake Associate Ed-In-Chief: Design Alex Mohr Associate of Design Delaney Lanker Cover Design: Allie Petko Features Section Editor: Christina Bakhour, Gabby Chavez Features Associate: Cecilia Lone Sports Editor: Ciana Wilkening Sports Associate: Sophia Evangelista News Section Editor: Mackenzie Rossi News Section Associate: Jessee Weed Editorial/Opinion Section Editor: Amy Stoeber Entertainment/Lifestyle Section Editor: Elizabeth Weis Photography Editor: Christina Bakhour Associate Photography Editor: Malia Jackson Clubs and Organizations Beat Editor: Jacey Pisciotta Publicity Chair: Katherine Hardy Business Manager: Emily Dornbos

Freelancers Danny Pan, Emma Carroll, Allie Petko The Raiders Digest welcomes letters to the editor, comments, questions, and concerns. Contact: rjdigest@gmail.com RJHS supports a free student press

STUDENT LIFE

The Sisters Grin

RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

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An inside look at what The Sisters Grin is truly about Mackenzie Rossi ‘12

Junior Gianina Lovett is the founder of The Sisters Grin. One day, she was walking down the artroom hallway. She looked at the ceramics case and thought that it would make a great puppet show stage. She decided to get some girls together, and The Sisters Grin was born.

Juniors Laurel Teal, Zoie Sammons, Jacque Compesanto, and Gianina Lovett are the girls behind it all. Senior Lani Michalik is a guest voice actor. Teal writes all of the scripts and is the narrator. The other girls are the voice actors. They try to put on a show at least every other

week, but their goal is to put on a show every week.

Compesanto came up with the name of The Sisters Grin; it originates with The Brothers Grimm.

The Brothers Grimm collected folklore and published the collection as Grimm’s Fairy Tales.

Just as The Brothers Grimm told the popular fairytales we all know today, The Sisters Grin entertains their audience with tales of old.

Teal writes all of the scripts and then brings them to school to have the team review them before they are performed. The shows are very impromptu.

Above Right: In the midst of Beauty and the Beast. | Mackenzie Rossi ‘12 Left: Laurel Teal ‘13 narrates a performance. | Mackenzie Rossi ‘12

“I take the fairytales girls grew up with and I put a humorous spin on them” Teal said. She keeps the traditional characters, but includes a twist.

The Sisters Grin have performed Harry Potter Abridged, Twilight Abridged, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella and The Odyssey, just to name a few.

In the future, the girls would like to move to a different stage, but they are having difficulty finding a new place. Since theatre rights are hard to get, a donation of a stage would be much appreciated.

Since the girls are mostly juniors, they are trying to find

Looking Back And Looking Ahead

Freshmen take a big step from middle school to high school Malia Jackson ‘15 Middle school is finally over, and the new high school journey has begun.

Freshmen describe how their transition from middle school to high school has been so far.

“It’s been really good because everybody here is welcoming and it’s a home environment,” freshman Sofia Pinedo said.

Many students describe what they miss about their middle school.

“We had a catering business bring our cafeteria food and we had to order it online and only had two meals to choose from,” freshman Andi Owens said.

Many students also miss the frequent field trips.

“We took a spring field trip to space camp in Alabama and it was a lot of fun,” Owens said.

Adjusting to high school can be very difficult, however. With a new setting comes new chal-

lenges.

“I went to a catholic school; there were 60 people in my class, so this school is a lot bigger,” Pinedo said.

“My middle school class only had three people,” Owens said.

Despite these dramatic changes, high school has already brought many memories to students.

“The first football game is my favorite memory because I met so many people,” freshman Dani Britt said.

“The day we went outside in theology and played games was my favorite memory,” freshman Lauren Boggus said. “Ms. Trollinger played Little Sally Walker with us.”

According to freshman Brielle Pray, extracurricular activities in middle school are very different from high school.

Freshmen Alyssa Smith, Sofia Pinedo, and Santaisha Sturges support each other and stay close friends through the challenges presented by high school. | Malia Jackson ‘15

“Our extracurricular activities weren’t much of a selection.

There were a couple of sports

Brielle Pray’15 studies and strives to keep up with her school work. | Malia Jackson ‘15

and clubs, but there weren’t many opportunities to be artistic,” Pray said.

Students claim that Regis Jesuit has done a great job helping with the transition.

“The teachers understand and if you ever need help, they don’t have a problem with helping,” Boggus said.

The high school journey isn’t over yet and there are many lasting memories to be made.

underclasswomen that want to get involved. The Sisters Grin is unique to the Girls Division, and they want to keep it going.

“We want to make kids laugh.

School can be stressful,” Teal said. The Sisters Grin is something you can go watch to take your mind off school for a little bit.

These girls put a lot of work into what they do. Take the time to go watch their shows. They will be performing on Tuesday, November 22 in the artroom hallway.

When I was a Freshman...

I guess when I really think about it, I have changed a lot since freshman year, but who hasn’t? I’ve most definitely found myself and my style and my true friends. Freshman year I talked to a lot of different people but never really looked for deep relationships, whereas now I talk to a lot of people but really try to get to know everyone. I was a lot more immature and irresponsible and I think I’ve improved a lot. I used to wear plain dresscode where now I wear half calf socks, glasses, suspenders and am just a lot more comfortable being goofy. I feel a lot closer to my class and my teachers.

By: Gracie Mancia ‘12

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RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

Students Find Time for Jobs

New Arts Center a Reality Katherine Hardy ‘12

From cute clothes to sun-kissed skin, students learn life lessons Christina Bakhour ‘12 Many high school students may want or need to work part time.

But having a job takes a significant amount of one’s time and energy. On the positive side, working can teach a variety of skills, including commitment, time management, responsibility and an appreciation for hard earned money.

One must first accept the challenge of combining school work, after-school activities or sports and a part-time job. It is a tough balancing act, but in the end it is well worth it.

Senior Whitney Fitzgibbons took on the challenge this past summer and has become a pro at time management since she continues to work through the school year.

Whitney Fitzgibbons ‘12 hard at work. | Christina Bakhour ‘12

Between intense cheer practices and earning an exceptional GPA, Fitzgibbons holds a part time job at Chic Couture, a boutique in Parker.

Fitzgibbons believes that having a job is beneficial and manageable, since she only works after school until 6:30 a couple days a week, and picks up one or two shifts on the weekends.

“I manage my time by being very organized. I plan ahead and don’t waste valuable time...

I normally spend time doing

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homework or practicing, since my academics and sports are very important to me. Although I do not get to hang out with friends as often as I would like, I love working and I would not trade having a job for more social time,” Fitzgibbons said.

Junior Tanya Glick also was employed this past summer at Executive Tans, where she decided to continue working during the school year.

“I work because I enjoy being independent and not having to ask my parents for spending money. I love being able to get the things I want when I want them,” Glick explained.

Glick has also found that having a job has not had a toll on her academics.

“I think my job has been a huge benefit to me. It has taught me how to handle many difficult situations and people, as well as providing me with lifelong skills such as commitment and time management. My academic success would not be the same if I didn’t work. My job has made me have an extraordinary work ethic. Although I am sometimes tired when I attend school, it doesn’t worry me too much because that is a common factor among many. My job has been far more beneficial than hurtful,” Glick said.

While Glick and Fitzgibbons find holding a job throughout the school year beneficial, senior Taylor Chott finds balancing school, sports, and a job difficult. Chott prefers to work during the summer, when she doesn’t have to stress about academics.

because it looks good on your college resume, creates independence, prepares you for the real world, works on your maturity, and teaches you about responsibility with money,” Chott said.

Many students enjoy working and find that they benefit from their jobs. However, opinions on having a job vary.

Making a big decision, such as taking on a part-time job, requires a decent amount of preparation. Even though a job requires a time commitment, completing academic work and continuing to excel in extracurricular activities is possible. If not, a summer job may be the best option.

RJ’S TOP TEN POLO COLORS 1. Red 2. Black 3. White 4. Gray 5. Dark Blue 6.Light Blue 7. Pink 8. Light Green 9. Dark Purple 10. Yellow

Chott does, however, agree that having a job in high school, no matter what season, is beneficial for any student.

Picture a two story building on the east hill between Regis Jesuit Boys and Girls Divisions; forty-one thousand square feet of brand new facilities. A new theatre and music rooms occupy the second floor. The first floor is filled with college counseling offices, an advanced tech lab, a small kitchen with a lobby, and a new Raider Shop.

That’s what RJ is hoping for in the next 15 to 20 years. In the last four years, there has been a lot of talk about the need for a better performing arts center. The need for a bigger theatre and more music rooms has already been addressed.

“I do think unfortunately this nation--not just this school, not just this state--this whole nation puts sports ahead of all the arts,” music teacher Mr. Sauer said.

“Father (Phillip Steele, SJ) said it’s not if, it’s when,” Boys Division vice principal Mr. Sullivan said.

Currently, the plans for the new facility are in the “conceptual schematic design stage.” This means that right now, the plans are only a concept and can change at any time.

If all goes as planned, the Regis Jesuit Board of Trustees will approve the concept plans at their February meeting. After everything is approved, the blueprints should be done by June 2012.

With any luck, construction should begin in May of 2013.

Many faculty and students have expressed their excitement about the idea of a new building.

“A real theatre will be awesome, no matter what the details are,” theatre director Ms. Boyle said.

“I would be incredibly pleased if they built an arts center,” sophomore Kalina Reichert said.

What is even better is the sense of accomplishment that surrounds this project.

“I think that we’ve got kids who are really, really passionate about what they do, just as much or even more than sports programs. I know that the people that I work with in theatre are very dedicated to what they do,” sophomore Dana Mackin said.

For generations to come, this new building will offer a chance for growth and excellence for the Regis Jesuit’s musical and theatrical programs.

“It’s important to have a job in high school Left: Chic Couture provides the best in denim.

Middle: Taylor Chott ‘12 has the best customer service with a smile.

Right: Executive Tans has all the product you need for that summer glow. | Christina Bakhour ‘12

Concept plans for the new building. | Larson Incitti Architects

SPORTS

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RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

10 Things On A Raider’s Mind

Injuries Can’t Ruin Talent

Katie Heckman overcomes injury to play again in her senior year In 2010, her junior year, tragedy struck as senior Katie Heckman tore her ACL. It was the third game of the season just before halftime. The Regis Jesuit basketball team was at a tournament in La Jolla. Katie went for a steal and changed directions too quickly. She got hit, and tore her ACL Katie Heckman began playing basketball in sixth grade.

“I started playing basketball because my friend asked me to play with her on a team and then I was just good at it and enjoyed it so I kept going,” Katie said.

Her career began at Laredo Middle School in Aurora. She began to get noticed and was asked to play on a high school feeder team. She was also a star player for the Laredo basketball team.

As time went on, Katie improved and later played for a club team.

When Katie began high school at Regis Jesuit, her basketball skills really showed. As a freshman, she played for the JV basketball team and swung for the Varsity team.

When Katie was a sophomore she played on the Varsity team and she did again when she was a junior for her first couple of games.

“What I love about basketball is just the team, its fun.

It’s more of a hobby than a sport.” she said.

“Well, I didn’t play for an entire year so. I’m good, I’m just not as good as I could be. Like imaging how good I would have been if I played that entire year,” Katie said.

On September 9th Katie went for an official visit to Duke and received a scholarship the next day. Katie’s basketball career has gotten her very far in life. She may have just started in 6th grade, she will take her skills to college and maybe beyond.

After her ACL surgery, “I haven’t ever really she was back on thought about her feet but becoming a sadly couldn’t p r of e s s i o n a l play basketplayer beball until her cause you senior year. have to go Her injury overseas and didn’t comwhenever I pletely ruin go on visits her basketthey always Katie Heckman models her beautiful smile. ball skills. mention it. |Sofia Evangelista ‘15 I just never took it seri-

ously because I want to start a family and go onto the next party of my life,” Katie said.

Although Katie may have torn her ACL and not have played all four of her high school years, she is still a phenomenal player. It’s not always about winning, you have to be able to accept the setbacks and just enjoy what you do.

1. I have so much homework.

Emma Walker ‘15 2. The seasons are changing, the leaves are falling, winter is coming, the breeze is chilling, it feels very fulfilling.

Leah Ramey ‘14 3. Banana peels, and I’m frightened on how I did on my math test.

Kat Law ‘14 4. I’m Jacey’s spell check.

Despite her injury, she is still at Caroline Law ‘14 the top of her game. Just re5. Geometry is so hard, and my member, once a good player, alsnack is always on my mind. ways a good player.

Meghan Meckling ‘14 6. I get to learn about CPR and I think about Sarah Eazor.

KATIE HECKMAN’S always Maddy Krause ‘13 STATS FROM THE 7. All I want is my pumpkin to be fired in ceramics.

2010-2011 SEAMadeline Ball ‘13 8. Chick-fil-A and Toms shoes.

SON: Lucia Elgin ‘12 9. I have to take a test and I feel Jersey Number: 5 the need that I don’t have to be at Points per game: 10.7 school anymore.

Points total: 32 Emi Smith ‘12 Blocks per game: 2.7 10. I always think how Sarah Eazor Rebounds per game: 4.0 is so beautiful.

Steals per game: 2.0 Emily Nightengale ‘12 Assists per game: .3

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Sofia Evangelista ‘15

Raider in the Rodeo

life, Lorna explains that rodeos take up virtually all of her weekend time. “I guess it takes away time from homework. Like when I get home at six o’clock on a Sunday night, then I’m rushing,” Lorna said. But she seems very happy with her choice, and succeeds in classes and a variety of extracurricular activities, including Student Council and National Honors Society.

Lorna Hummel’s weekend passion Gina Nordini ‘12

Some seniors spend their weekends at stadiums and sports fields attending team athletic events. Others go to concerts or parties with friends. Some devote their Saturday mornings to catching up on homework or brushing up on their SAT vocabulary. Senior Lorna Hummel spends her weekends at fair grounds across the state competing in rodeos.

Lorna competes in three main events: barrel racing, break away calf roping, and team roping.

“I’ve been riding horses since before I can remember,” Lorna

said. “I began with showing and jumping, more of the English style. Later, I got into Western.

My cousins were involved with rodeo, and my dad said, ‘Do whatever you want; you can do rodeo.’ So that’s how I slowly moved into rodeo.”

Her father, Neil Hummel, was actually a professional bull rider.

“I really grew up with that Western lifestyle,” Lorna said, “and with my dad being a cowboy, of course I wanted to be a cowgirl.”

Lorna prefers the style of rodeo competitions over other horse shows because of the competitive environment. Rodeo events are won by the fastest time, as opposed to showmanship scores.

“I’m a competitive per-

Lorna Hummel ‘12 and her horse Scrapper barrel race. In 2008, Hummel was recognized as 5th in the world in barrel racing. | Rita Hummel

Lorna Hummel ‘12, with her horse Pistol, tries to rope a calf. | Rita Hummel

son. So I really like the environment of rodeos because they are time based,” Lorna said.

Lorna also values the lessons she has learned through rodeo participation. She credits rodeo for her sense of independence and work ethic. “It really requires you to put in that hard work to do your best. How much time you put in affects how well you do.”

She has also gained a lot of appreciation for her parents. Rodeo competitions take place at a variety of locations throughout the state. Lorna’s family can drive

up to eight hours just to get to a competition. “And being in a truck with my three sisters and a dog. It can get crazy.” Lorna said.

In 2008, the summer before her freshman year, Lorna competed in barrel racing and break away calf roping at Finals—she ended up winning 4th in average for her three runs, as well as 5th in the world for barrel racing. She was recognized by the National Little Britches Association for this honor.

When asked how rodeos have cut into her academics and social

Lorna remains undecided about her future in rodeo. Her college choices include Colorado State University and Gonzaga University, which offer rodeo teams, as well as Texas Christian University, Regis University, University of Denver, Santa Clara, Baylor, and Creighton.

“Ideally, I would go to TCU (Texas Christian University) and take my barrel racing horse with me. TCU doesn’t have a rodeo team, but I could barrel race independently…Texas is a huge rodeo state.”

Lorna’s weekends tend to be different from the average RJ teenager’s. But among the cowboy hats, cattle, and horse stables, she is at home.

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RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

What’s New, Doc?

Amy Stoeber ‘12

What Traditions Do You Miss The Most?

Seniors Reminisce About Their Freshman Year

“I remember when we could wear sweatshirts when it was cold…in class…those were the days…” senior Danya Granado said.

have upset many of the girls is the cutback on cookies. Four years ago, we got three cookies per bag for the same cost as two now.

Not all changes have been negative.

We have added quite a few special events that make Regis Jesuit individual.

In the past four years we have added field hockey as a sport, as well as multiple clubs. “We try to adapt and accommodate the girls,” Dean of Students Ms. Lotito said.

We have also expanded our service project outreach. Additionally, we have added freshman retreat. The graduating seniors are the first class to experience freshman retreat.

Another change that seems to

Although all of these changes

Imagine your first day of freshman year. What was it like?

There are most likely a few unique things about this day that you remember. Do you ever wonder what will change by the time you become a senior?

Even though a limited number of things have changed in the past four years at RJ, things have indeed changed. It might be shocking to hear that four years ago we were able to wear sweatshirts in the hallways. Not wearing sweatshirts that you know are out of dress code. We were actually able to wear Regis Jesuit sweatshirts and be in dress code.

Best Friends Forever Bromances at Regis Jesuit Jessee Weed ‘13 You have a history question, so you go to the English office and find Mr. Kelleher, but he is busy discussing Cardinals baseball with Mr. Williamson.

You come back at lunch still needing an answer to your history question, but now you have an English question too.

them too, but did you know that they are the two most wellknown bromances at Regis Jesuit?

You see Mr. Davenport, but he is reminiscing with Mr. Turner. You try one last time after school and they are all still joking with each other. There is a bad case of Bromance at Regis Jesuit.

over fourteen years, and Mr. Davenport and Mr. Turner have known each other for over a decade as well.

Everybody knows Mr. Williamson, Mr. Kelleher, Mr. Davenport, and Mr. Turner. Let’s be honest, you probably know a lot about

Mr. Kelleher and Mr. Williamson have known each other for

Mr. Davenport and Mr. Turner met their freshman year at Regis Jesuit High School and got to know each other in their freshman Biology and French classes. It was practically love at first sight.

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have occurred, some things at Regis Jesuit will never change.

We still have Silent Thunder, an annual tradition at the Girls Division.

sacrificing a cookie.

“I miss not being able to wear sweatshirts.

It gets cold in this school!”

-Sarah Raymond ‘12

The girls also enjoy the glorious music of the Facultones, our staff-run band.

“One of my favorite things is Silent Thunder, hands down,” senior Sarah Raymond said.

Seniors recall some traditions that didn’t last.

“The hot chocolate study hall we had before finals freshman year,” senior Sarah Raymond said.

“I wish that we still had the senior sitting area,” senior Vasiliki Vassos said.

Our traditions make us one of a kind. Remember the things that make Regis Jesuit special and celebrate the different traditions we have, even if that means

“When we saw each other, time stopped,” Mr. Turner joked.

Actually, it was even better. Mr. Turner first saw Mr. Davenport in the freshman hallway, obviously up to no good.

“I saw him sneak up behind another unsuspecting freshman, launch himself up into the air and then come down really hard on his pressure points at the base of your neck with dual karate chops, and the kid just crumpled to the ground. Davenport pointed and laughed,” Turner said.

Left: Mr. Turner and Mr. Davenport today. | Jessee Weed ‘13.

Center: Turner forces Davenport’s head into a waterfall at CU in Boulder Right: Mr. Williamson and Mr. Kelleher at Xavier University.

“The thrid cookie. Now I can’t share with my friends...and wearing button up shirts when I ran out of polos.”

-Danya Granado ‘12

No sweatshirts and less cookies per bag are just a few of the things that have changed in the past four years at Regis Jesuit. | Amy Stoeber ‘12

Mr. Kelleher and Mr. Williamson’s story was not so spectacular in the beginning. They were not friends in high school.

“He was on sudent council and was popular; I didn’t really have friends. I did not like him,” Mr. Williamson said.

They worked together on the literary magazine Sisyphus at SLU High School in Saint Louis all four years, but did not really start to become friends until their senior year after their own Kairos. Kelleher’s friends told his mom he needed to go and he missed his first tennis match of the season.

“Mr. Williamson and I ended up going on the same retreat, so we got to know each other on the retreat and we realized how (Continued on Page 13)

“I miss theRaider Days/ dress down days.”

-Vasiliki Vassos ‘12

Fun Facts:

High School: Turner and Davenport went to Regis Jesuit High School; Williamson and Kelleher went to SLU High School in Saint Louis College: Turner and Davenport both went to CU; Williamson and Kelleher both went to Xavier Nicknames: Turner called Davenport ‘Deport’ and he calls Turner “C” or “C-dawg” on special occasions; Williamson calls Kelleher ‘Patty’ and he calls Williamson ‘Tubs’ and ‘Crocket.’

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RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

Once a Raider, Always a Raider

A look into why so many Regis Jesuit students come back Ciana Wilkening ‘12 Many of the teachers you see walking down the hallways of Regis Jesuit walked these same hallways years ago as a student.

There is no doubt that without these teachers, Regis Jesuit wouldn’t be the same. So why did they come back?

Many of the teacher alumni had the idea of coming back in mind at graduation, but none of them actually thought that it would happen. “I had some friends and we kind of joked about the idea but it wasn’t fully formed in my mind,” English teacher Mr. Davenport said.

Social Studies teacher Mr. Bauer also had the thought of returning to Regis Jesuit in mind.

“I suspected that I wanted to come back. I wasn’t one hundred percent sure, but I was pretty sure,” he said.

them to this place?’ They could do anything with their lives and yet they had chosen to give it to high school education and that always amazed me that they had done that. I always wondered what it was that was so intriguing. The more I looked into it the more I realized it was something I wanted to do,” he said.

He also felt a strong connection to the Regis Jesuit community.

“The community at Regis Jesuit has always been something that draws me in; it’s very welcoming and nurturing and at the same time it’s very challenging.

The community pushes us to be more and so that was something I wanted to continue,” he said.

Ms. Mihalco Class of 2006 “I think I had a little bit more fun as a student and technology worked a little bit better for us but it’s fun on both sides.”

- Ms. Mihalco

“We had a team of cheerleaders and I was the top of the pyramid of the cheerleaders,” Mr. Bauer said. He neither confirmed nor denied that this is him pictured above in the 1988 RJHS yearbook.

Mr. Davenport Class of 2004

But that still doesn’t answer the principal question: why?

“I believe in what Regis Jesuit does: in terms of academics, in terms of athletics, but also in terms of character education,” Mr. Davenport said.

Mr. Bauer was inspired by a number of his teachers while he was a student at Regis Jesuit. “I kept thinking to myself, ‘What is it about them that brings

Mr. Bauer Class of 1988

Q: Do you regret coming back?

A: Not even a little bit, no.

- Mr. Davenport Mr. Davenport agrees: “It’s a community that I’m comfortable with,” he said.

Physical Education teacher Katie Mihalco is the first Regis Jesuit Girls Division alum to return.

“The community and family feel was awesome and I’m still close with a lot of my classmates from high school,” she said.

The community that draws past students in is evidently still present on campus. Although the responsibilities may be different now as a teacher, it is still the same Regis Jesuit community.

“My senior picture is my embarrassing moment. Having that published in the yearbook was awful. Nice mullet.”

-Mr. Bauer

“Observing what you guys experience and do every day, it’s the same community. Of course those things are a little bit different. But ultimately the culture, the community is the

same and in many ways, better,” Mr. Davenport said.

“I feel like as a teaching staff we’re all pretty close and we work really hard to make it a community feel for the kids,” Mihalco said.

forefront of our minds all the time. And I feel like when I was a student that stuff was important, but it wasn’t at the forefront all the time. I feel like as a teacher we really are getting our students to think about those things on an almost daily basis and we construct lesson plans around that,” he said.

“It’s weird being back and working with all your teachers and coaches.”

- Ms. Mihalco

Mr. Bauer notices differences being a teacher in the community rather than a student.

“I feel like we float terms like ‘cura personalis’ and ‘magis’ and ‘grad at grad,’ we talk about community, we talk about service and they are in the

Some of the teachers seen walking down the hallways of Regis Jesuit walked the same hallways in previous years.

The community would not be the same without them, and it is precisely the community that brings them back.

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CINNAMON APPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE

Ingredients: •2 cups cranberry juice •1 (6-ounce) bag sweetened dried cranberries •1 cinnamon stick, broken in half •1 cup sugar •2 Gala apples, peeled, cored and diced •2 teaspoons corn starch Directions: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add cranberry juice, cranberries, cinnamon and sugar. Bring to a boil and let cook for 5 minutes. Add the apples and cook, stirring until the cranberries have softened and apples are tender (about 5 minutes).

Remove 8 ounces of the liquid to a small bowl and whisk in the cornstarch. Slowly add the cornstarch-juice mixture (slurry) to the cranberry mixture, stirring constantly. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and pour into a serving bowl. Refrigerate until thickened, about 30 minutes.

Remove the cinnamon sticks and serve.

Thanksgiving Traditions RJ students share their Thanksgiving plans and favorite recipes.

2 IN 1 GRAVY AND SAUSAGE-STUFFED STUFFING

I am going to spend time with my family and have great food.

-Alex Montoya ‘13 I will be watching the Thanksgiving Day Parade while cooking with my mom before the rest of my family comes over for dinner.

-Emily Mauser ‘12

Ingredients: •8-ounce pack spicy sausage •2 cups canola oil, plus 1/4 cup •1 cup all-purpose flour, divided •3 cups chicken stock •1 (6-ounce) box chicken flavored bread stuffing mix (made according to package instructions) •1 tablespoon chopped parsley leaves, plus more for garnish •1 tablespoon chopped thyme leaves •2 tablespoons chopped scallions Directions: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Drop dime-sized dollops of sausage into the pan. Cook until golden brown, approx.

12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the pan to a plate and set aside.

After removing sausage, add 1/4 cup of canola oil to the pan. Stir in 1/2 cup of flour. Stir and cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Slowly add the chicken stock, stirring while you pour. Let simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens, approx. 6 to 8 minutes.

In a separate saucepan heat 2 cups of canola oil on medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a large bowl mix stuffing, parsley, thyme, and scallions. Take 1 tablespoon of stuffing mix and wrap it around the individual sausage balls. Cover the sausage completely and set aside Once all of the sausage balls have been coated in stuffing, roll them in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour. When all the balls are lightly coated in flour, carefully drop them into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove them from the oil, to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Once all of the balls have been fried and drained turn off the heat to the gravy and add the fried sausage stuffing balls. Stir gently to coat the balls with gravy and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

FAMILY FRESH GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE

Ingredients: •Kosher salt •1/2 pounds fresh French green beans, ends trimmed •4 tablespoons butter, divided •2 tablespoons finely chopped Vidalia onion •4 ounces baby portobello mushrooms, cleaned and finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons) •2 tablespoons all-purpose flour •1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream •Freshly ground black pepper •1/2 cups corn cereal •1/2 pound grated mozzarella cheese Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat. Add the beans and cook until tender but still firm, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the beans from the water to a large bowl of ice water to preserve color and stop the cooking. Drain the beans and set aside.

Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent. Stir in the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and saute about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the flour and stir for another minute, to cook out the raw flour taste, and then whisk in the sour cream. Simmer for a couple minutes to bring the flavors together and taste for seasoning.

Cut the green beans into 2-inch pieces. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small pan. Crush the cereal flakes in a resealable plastic bag and add them to the pan with the butter. Toss to coat. Spread the green beans over the bottom of a 9-inch casserole dish. Pour all of the mushroom sauce mixture over the beans and top with the grated cheese. Sprinkle with the buttered cereal flakes and bake in the preheated 400 degree Fahrenheit oven, until light golden brown and bubbly, approx.

20 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve.

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I’m going to Hawaii; I leave Friday. We go every year to Kona.

-Erica Dodson ‘13

My big sisters are coming home, and we are spending time with them.

-Corrie McKenna ‘14

People are coming over. That’s all I know.

-Moriah Trantham ‘12

I will be skiing in Vail, then going down to my Uncle Mike’s to play rugby.

-Brigid Sleevi ‘14

ROAST TURKEY BREAST WITH GRAVY

I am probably going to have a big family dinner, and my grandpa will probably throw ice cubes at everyone…and we will put up our Christmas tree the day after Thanksgiving, and I will do a ton of homework.

-Emily Leister ‘15

Ingredients: •One 6-pound fresh turkey breast, on the bone, rinsed and patted dry •2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened •Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper •1 stalk celery, cut into 2 inch pieces •1 small carrot, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces •2 small onions, peeled and quartered •1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour •3 cups turkey or chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned Directions: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

Rub the turkey with butter, including the cavity of the breast. Season generously with salt and pepper. Scatter the vegetables on the bottom of a roasting pan just large enough to hold the turkey. Set the meat breast-side up in the pan. Roast for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the roast registers 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Transfer the turkey to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil for 30 minutes. (The breast temperature will continue to rise to 170 degrees as it rests.)

Pour any pan drippings into a degreasing cup or small bowl. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the fat discarding the rest and add the juices to the stock. Add the reserved fat to the roasting pan and place on a burner over medium high heat. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Whisk in the stock and continue to stir. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Strain the gravy, discarding the vegetables, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Carve the breast and serve with the gravy.

PECAN PIE

Ingredients: For the Dough • 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting •2 tablespoons sugar •1/2 teaspoon salt •2 tablespoons vegetable shortening •4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces •2 tablespoons beaten egg (about 1/2 large egg) For the Filling: •1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise (or 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract) •1 stick unsalted butter •3 large eggs •1 cup light corn syrup •3/4 cup sugar •1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar •1/4 teaspoon salt •1/2 cups pecan halves, 3/4 cup chopped Directions: Make the dough: Pulse the flour, sugar and salt in a food processor until combined. Add the shortening and pulse for about 30 seconds. Add the butter; pulse until the mixture looks like coarse meal with pea-size bits of butter. Beat the egg with 2 tablespoons ice water in a bowl, then add to the processor and pulse once or twice (stop before the dough gathers into a ball). Turn the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap and pat into a disk. Wrap tightly and chill until firm, at least 1 hour.

Roll the dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface. Ease into a 9-inch glass pie plate, then fold the overhanging dough under itself and crimp the edges with your fingers. Cover tightly with plastic and chill 30 minutes.

Position crust on a rack in the lower third of the oven; put a baking sheet on the rack and preheat to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Make the filling: Scrape the vanilla seeds into a skillet; add the butter and the vanilla pod. Cook over medium-high heat until the butter browns, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Whisk the eggs, corn syrup, sugar, vinegar and salt in a bowl. Slowly scrape in the butter mixture, whisking; discard the vanilla pod. (If using vanilla extract instead, add it now.)

Spread the chopped pecans in the crust and pour in the corn syrup mixture. Top with the remaining 3/4 cup pecan halves. Place the pie on the hot baking sheet, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake until the crust is golden, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and cover the entire top with foil, then continue baking until set, 25 to 30 minutes. Discard the foil. Cool completely on a rack.

I am going to my aunt’s house and stuffing my face with great food.

-Gabby Hotaling ‘15

I’m hosting Thanksgiving at my house.

-Kelsey Dickinson ‘14

I am doing my Spirituality and Justice paper. I wanted to go skiing.

-Sarah Hamilton ‘12

I’ll be helping my mom make all the things we eat for Thanksgiving, as well as cooking a tofurkey for myself since I don’t eat meat.

-Christie McKernan ‘13

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Behind the Scenes: Fall Musical Into the Woods

Coming Soon:

Delaney Lanker ‘13

Lines are rehearsed, sets are made, costumes fly, and laughter fills the air. Chaos reigns behind the scenes of Regis Jesuit’s musical, Into the Woods. Months of hard work and dedication have gone into putting on this amazing production.

this year was very different because to audition you had to sing two songs, and only if you were auditioning for a narrator part did you have to do a reading. Into the Woods is a musical, and most of the actors sing a lot of their lines.

The cast, crew and pit band have been working on this show since before school started this August, and the crew has put in countless hours of rehearsals and preparation for the show this November. Rehearsals vary from day to day, with a lot of singing, dancing, make-up and costumes.

“It is almost as if the characters converse through music. It is brilliant,” Martin said.

“The last couple of weeks, rehearsals get pretty uniform.

We go downstairs and get our costumes and make-up from the green room and then we go to the locker rooms and get on our costumes and make-up,” junior Molly Martin, who played the lead role of the Baker’s wife, said.

However, it is not only the actors who have work to do. The crew, those who work behind the scenes and pit band, are always busy as well. Pit band is busy rehearsing all of the wonderful music that plays throughout the show.

“There’s a lot that goes on backstage that people don’t know about. It’s basically coordinated chaos back there with moving sets and people and props and costumes,” Tech Director of Into the Woods Mr. Hannum said.

Everyone has a job to do and without the help of the backstage crew the show could not go on.

“Costumes and make-up are normally set up downstairs, making sure that everyone gets into costume and make-up before call time. Upstairs, props crew makes sure that all of the necessary items for all of the actors are laid out where everyone can find them on the tables, and that they are properly labeled,” junior Christie Mckernan said.

Into the Woods is a unique production with many deeper messages. The audition process

Midsummer’s Night Dream Workshop Jaunuary 2 (5pm-8pm)

In the second act of the show, there are many beautiful messages that can be applied to our daily lives.

Auditions and Callbacks January 3, 4, 5 (5pm-8pm)

“There are so many messages and themes in this show. One of the largest themes is: You are never alone,” junior Saron Araya, who played the witch, said.

Performances March 15, 16, 17, 18

The show is exceptional, with many lead roles and an allaround gifted cast.

“There are a lot more principal roles, we have a very talented cast and we have definitely made this show our own,” senior James McGregor, who played the Baker, said.

Putting on a musical such as this one can be stressful and exciting, with lines to memorize, getting in character and building relationships with their fellows cast members. But through all of the hard work and stress the cast and crew have become a family.

“We all love performing and we all want to put on a good show.

The cast has been great in supporting each other and helping out when they can,” junior Collin Jostes, who played Cinderella’s Prince, said.

The long days of rehearsals come to a close only to start again the next day as the cast and crew prepare for an amazing show.

Down to the Numbers 100+ hours of work 15 weeks of dedication 4 months of preparation 4 performances 1 awesome experience

ENTERTAINMENT

Clockwise from the top: The cast hard at work rehearsing lines and practicing the dance and singing routines; The Sauers help lead everyone in the difficult music in the show; the crew builds the set and deals with all of the stress of behind the scenes with a smile. | Dana Mackin ‘14

across the green

RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

Co-ed versus Single-Sex Education

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Students benefit from both styles of learning Elizabeth Weis ‘12 Studies show that students who receive a single-sex education are more likely to engage in their studies than those at a coeducational school.

However, some researchers might argue that being in a single sex environment leads to gender ignorance, lack of student diversity and may result in students being unprepared for the real world.

For years, Regis Jesuit High School was only available to boys. In August, 2003 the Girls Division was introduced and in 2004, the boys moved into a new school across the way.

The two divisions were distant and weren’t involved in many activities together.

Now, the situation has changed, creating a positive learning environment for students. “Being in an all-girls school makes it easier for me to engage in my studies,” senior Melanie Go-

odrich said.

Studies show that students who attend a single-sex school are more likely to focus and participate in class allowing them to achieve their full academic potential.

“It was hard coming into an all-girls school at first because it’s so different but now I’m less distracted,” senior Logan McGeeney said.

Another positive reason about attending a single-sex school is the special bond created between classmates. ”Being in an all-girls school because there’s a closer bond between the girls and it feels like we have a real sisterhood,” Goodrich said.

Being around the same sex allows students to be themselves in their learning environment. “I can be myself now and I don’t have to worry about being judged as much,” McGeeney said.

Ski Season Is Here When are you going up?

Colorado is known for its Rocky Mountains. Many Regis Jesuit students go up to the mountains throughout the winter. Senior Ryan Schmitz hopes to go up 25 times this ski season. Schmitz‘s favorite place to go is Breckenridge because of the lovely scenery.

Some just started skiing or snowboarding once they got to high school, but Senior Lauren Cramer has been skiing since she was two years old. Cramer goes up almost every weekend and is an amazing skier.

“By far the best part is the hot chocolate,” Cramer said.

Cramer has the Colorado Pass which gives her access to A-Basin, Keystone, Vail, Beaver Creek and Breckenridge. She goes mostly with her friends instead of her family because it’s more relaxing. Senior Kara Geraci enjoys snowboarding with her brothers as opposed to friends.

Geraci has been snowboarding for nine years, and goes up about four times a season.

It’s also easier to get ready for school in the mornings. “I never need to do my hair and I don’t have to worry about putting outfits together,” McGeeney said.

As the years go by, the Girls Division and Boys Division are slowly coming together. “As we become older we become closer to the boys’ school. Also, the boys’ school isn’t upset anymore about girls coming into their school so it’s easier to get along,” McGeeney said.

create more of a community.

Some researchers say that students who attend a singlesex school are unprepared later in life, gender ignorant, and deficient in student diversity.

However, Regis Jesuit High School does not fall under this stereotype.

sex and build relationships to prepare for the real world and experience student diversity.

Also, students are able to become more accepting of themselves and others while being in a single-sex environment.

Students are able to interact with members of the opposite

Regis Jesuit is not only beneficial to student’s education, but builds a lifelong brother and sisterhood.

Regis Jesuit Girls Division | Elizabeth Weis‘12

Regis Jesuit students mingling at lunch | Katherine Bennett‘12

Every year, Regis Jesuit participates in Diversity Day, where the two divisions join together for one day. “I like that we’re able to be together because it offers new experiences which is what Diversity Day is all about,” Goodrich said.

Regis Jesuit is now having more events like this such as assemblies, masses and lunch, allowing the schools to become closer to each other and helping

Opening Days:

Jacey Pisciotta ‘12

Geraci normally leaves her house at 7 in the morning and stops at McDonald’s.

“I gotta have a McGriddle before snowboarding,” Geraci said.

She’s on the mountain by 9:30 or 10:00, snowboards until about 1:00, eats a chili bread bowl for lunch, and leaves by 3:00. While on the mountain Geraci enjoys cruising and going off a couple of jumps, but she hates moguls.

“I decide when to turn, the run doesn’t decide that for me,” Geraci said.

Many RJ students enjoy different things about ski season. Senior Matt Boselli prefers Keystone and hopes to go up 25 times, which is 15 more than his total last year.

“Keystone’s the best, because it has sickest back country and the park is a nice place to hang even if you suck at tricks,” Boselli said.

Whatever your passion is at the parks, buckel up your boots and we will see you on the slopes.

Wolf Creek: October 8 Arapahoe Basin: October 13 Loveland: October 14 Cooper Mountain: November 4 Winter Park: November 16 Eldora Mountain: November 18 Steamboat: November 23 Monarch Mountain: November 23 Crested Butte: November 23 Telluride: November 24 Aspen Mountain: November 24 Snowmass: November 24 Echo Mountain: Early December Sunlight: December 2 Silverton: December 3 Howelsen: December 3 Aspen Highlands: Decmeber 10

“I put on my skiis, walk to the lift, hit the slopes and shred the pow pow.” -Lauren Cramer ‘12 “I love the feeling of flying down the mountain and the rush of adrenaline.” -Kara Geraci ‘12

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Not So Silent

ENTERTAINMENT

RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

Is Silent Thunder at it again?

Gabby Chavez ‘12

What is better than watching a bunch of faculty members showing off their hidden talents? Not many things.

That’s exactly what we get in Silent Thunder.

But not many of us know about this superstar group, or when to expect them.

Silent Thunder was started about five years ago by Mrs. Lynch.

We might all wonder why faculty members join this infamous group.

“I joined because of Lynch; whatever Lynch did I did,” Mrs. Weideman said.

On the other hand, “I didn’t really have a choice,” Mr. Davenport said.

The attire changes every Left; Mrs. Weideman participating in the last Silent Thunder performance| Cassie Fay ‘12

year, along with the style.

“Lynch choreographs, then everyone adds on a little,”

Above; Silent thunder performing at an assembly | Cassie Fay ‘12

Mrs. Weideman said.

Music is put together by Mrs. Lynch.

Before a performance Silent Thunder practices about 5-6 times while the location they practice at is unknown.

“That’s a secret,” Mr. Davenport said.

“I think it’s awesome that our faculty is willing to do this, it’s funny,” senior Elizabeth Weis said.

So when can we next expect a performance by this infamous group?

“We keep that on the DL, we want that screaming reaction from all of the girls when we walk into the gym,” Mrs. Weideman said.

Looks like we will all just have to wait and see.

“I think we will see them at the assembly before Snoball, at least I hope so,” Junior Karlee Wolach said.

Five Phrases in Five Languages Cecila Lone ‘15 English: I love you Spanish: Te amo French: Je t'aime Italian: Amo te German: Ich liebe dich English: Happy Birthday Spanish: feliz cumpleaños Italian: Buon Compleanno German: Alles Gute zum Geburtstag English: Hello Spanish: Hola French: Bonjour Italian:ciao German: Hallo English: Goodbye Spanish: Adios French: revoir Italian: addio German: Lebewohl What is Coats for Colorado?

-Coats for Colorado collects thousands of gently used coats and distributes them to the homeless.

Where to donate: - Any Dependable Cleaners locations will be accepting donation until November 30th CoatsforColorado.org.

English: Where's the bathroom?

Spanish: ¿Dónde está el cuarto de baño?

French: Où est la salle de bain Italian: Dov'è il bagno German: Wo ist das Badezimmer

ENTERTAINMENT Best Friends Forever...

(Continued from Page 6) much we had in common, whereas before, I prejudged him and thought we didn’t have as much in common, so we ended up as friends after the retreat,” Kelleher said.

They roomed together at Xavier sophomore year, and even lived together for a little bit when Williamson first moved to Colorado. Like Davenport and Turner, who lived together for two out of three years in college, they caused a lot of mischief. Williamson really enjoyed getting people wet and then throwing flour onto them, as well as early morning White Castle burgers and milk and syrup chugging contests, both of which did not go well. Kelleher, too, had some embarrassing moments in college, though his always involved sleeping – and not wanting to wake up.

Now that they are a little more grown up and work together, all agree that their relationship has grown in that is now a professional and a personal relationship, but it many other ways, it

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hasn’t changed at all.

They all still enjoy doing the same things – video gaming for Davenport and Turner and mainly watching sports for Williamson and Kelleher, and they’re all happy they still do enjoy doing those things together.

“Now it’s kind of like old times again,” Davenport said.

But friendships like these don’t just happen. It’s a mixture of things really – from technology to just liking each other and everything in between.

“But I think the big thing is just keeping in touch, just asking how the other person is doing once in a while, even if you don’t live in the same city or whatever. You never know; you might end up. Of course, when you have 400 Facebook friends, I don’t know if that makes it easy to keep track of any one person, but technology helps,” Williamson said.

Fun Holidays: November 19Have a Bad Day Day

Davenport and Turner believe their relationship has lasted so long because they both put in an effort.

November 20Beautiful Day November 21World Hello Day

“You’ve got to actually want to maintain the friendship. It’s not something that just magically happens,” Davenport said.

November 22Go for a Ride Day

Turner agreed, but also noted that people change, and sometimes that means friendships change too.

November 25National Parfait Day November 29Electronic Hello Day

“Sometimes people just drift apart. Find yourself. Frequently people will grow with you.

That’s what happened to us.

We chose similar paths but you change a lot in college,” he said.

“Some high school friendships aren’t meant to last beyond high school or even throughout high school,” Davenport added.

November 30Stay Home becuse you are Well Day December 1Eat a Red Apple day December 4Wear Brown Shoes Day December 5Bath Tub Party Day

It worked out for them, and the opposite seemed to happen for Williamson and Kelleher.

“I can only hope the same happens to you someday,” Williamson said.

December 7Cotton Candy Day and Letter Writing Day December 8National Brownies Day Decmeber 9National Pastry Day

You Are What You Drink...

Burger King Chocolate Ice Cream Shake 950 calories, 29 grams fat (19 saturated), 640 milligrams sodium, 146 grams sugar Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino: 410 calories, 16 grams fat (10 saturated), 270 milligrams sodium, 54 grams sugar Orange Julius’ Strawberry Banana Shake (32-ounce) 600 calories, 14 grams fat (11 saturated), 87 grams sugar, 130 milligrams sodium Jamba Juice Peanut Butter Moo’d Shake Original Size 840 calories, 21 grams fat ( 4.5 saturated), 122 grams sugar, 15 milligrams cholesterol

Who Really Knows You? This month, Raiders Digest asked junior Erin Sungelo to answer a few questions about herself.

Then we asked junior Courtney Gielow to answer the same questions about Erin (Erin has been friends with Courtney Courtney Erin Mr. since they were three years old.).

Williamson They celebrated their 13-year Friendaversary last month.

We also asked Mr. Williamson the questions.

Erin was in Mr. Williamson’s Honors World History Seminar class last year.

How well do they know Erin?

Lacrosse

Favorite pastime Lacrosse

Making Noise

Physics

Favorite Subject Science

World History

White Chocolate Brownie

Favorite Dessert White Chocolate Brownie

Cake

The Other Guys

Favorite Movie The Other Guys

Anything about the Ancient Greeks

Robert Pattinson

Celebrity Crush Robert Pattinson

Albert Einstein

Blue

Favorite Color Blue

Funny

Hilarious

One word to describe herself Short

Funny

Funny

Her best trait Funny

Sense of Humor

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Helicopter Parents

RAIDERS DIGEST November 2011

How much love is too much?

OPINION

Emily Dornbos ‘12 “How was your day?” “Who did you talk to?” “How are your grades?” “Do I need to talk to your teacher?” “Where are you going?” “Who are you going with?” “When are you going to be home?”

Do these questions sound familiar to you? Do you hear these questions every day? If so you may be a victim of a helicopter parent.

As annoying as these questions may be (they seem harmless right?), children with helicopter parents can lose an aspect of responsibility and independence.

they have experienced significantly fewer learning situations that will help them overcome everyday obstacles.

They can’t handle conflicts well and can sometimes be considered socially awkward due to the dependence on their parents.

They don’t know how to approach teachers for help and don’t have good study techniques. They might have trouble making friends and socializing with others they don’t know.

By the time they go to college,

Children who have helicopter

parents may also lose their sense of self expression. They act more like their parents or how their parents have told them to act than their own individual selves.

If you feel that you are a victim of helicopter parenting, or your may be a helicopter parent, know that there is still hope. Remember that your child needs freedom and individuality.

Because they are so sheltered, when they start to see and experience “the real world” they can become overwhelmed and even rebellious.

Let them pursue their interests and discover “the real world”.

Don’t be worried about mistakes being made. Mistakes help us grow and become successful.

Key for quiz: True or yes = follow grey arrows False or no = follow white arrows

“They [her parents] aren’t helicopter parents, they’re just protective.” | Kelsi Madden ‘12 “My parents aren’t helicopter parents at all. I have a lot of freedom.” | Makayla Schmitt ‘14

Vera Bradley Craze Present at Regis Jesuit Why is everyone obessing?

Over the past years the Regis Jesuit girls have become more and more in love with Vera Bradley.

The designer creates everything from wallets, to coolers, to purses, to holiday cards. Many girls here at RJ own one or more Vera Bradley product.

Wallets and wristlets seem to be the most popular items. Pencil bags are also a huge hit among the students. There are more

Cecilia Lone ‘15

than 20 patterns.

Why is Vera Bradley so popular at RJ? “Probably because there are a lot of different prints and they’re fun,” freshman Ashley Fernstedt said.

“The wallets are my favorite because you can put basically everything in it: money, cards, and your phone.” Fernstedt said.

“The green and black pattern, Baroque, would probably be my favorite.”

Items on SALE now!

Laptop Sleeve- $29.99–$30.40 I.D. Wristlet- $10.80–$18.00 VIP Lunch Bag- $19.20 Messenger Bag- $40.80 Front Row Wallet- $20.40–$34.00 Angel Tote- $29.99–$68.00 Large Hobo- $29.99–$68.00 Laundry Bag- $39.99–$58.00 Printed Flipflops- $12.00–$24.00 Packet Cosmetic- $16.99–$28.00 Contact Case- $14.40–$14.99 Passport Cover- $22.40 Frill Charm- $11.25 Large Duffel- $49.99–$67.20

Freshman Catherine Nemechek loves Vera Bradley too. “My favorite thing is probably the straightening, curling, crimping iron holder,” Nemechek said.

“And the totes and wristlets, those are good too,” she said.

As popular as Vera Bradley is, some girls have a little too much.

“I love it all but it’s a little insane how many some girls have,” Nemechek said.

Will the craze ever end?

“Probably around two years from now after it all becomes unpopular and something else is,” she said.

Vera Bradley may be popular

Freshman Alison Armstrong’s Vera Bradley collection. | Cecilia Lone ‘15

but the prices are unreasonable.

The average price of a handbag is between $50- $85 depending on size. The average price for wallets is around $25-$40.

And luggage costs around $340, which is ridiculous.

“Some of it is fairly priced, but other things can get really expensive.” Frenstedt said.

“The big rolling bags are $400.”

Nemecheck said.

While expense, RJ girls still love Vera Bradley, and will for many years to come.

OPINION

“Can I Have Your Demerit Card?”

Tops

Six words RJ students do not want to hear

Alex Mohr ‘12

In Dress Code

RJ Polo

Not In Dress Code

Hoodies

What to wear

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What not to wear

Bottoms

Shoes

Hair

Kackies

Vans/Flats

Natural

Yoga Pants

Uggs

Hot Pink Afros

Why do we have a dress code?

A dress code unites the students; it provides a basis for learning. If everyone is dressed the same, there are no distractions. “I think we have a dress code to make our school look more professional,” senior Emily Canham said. “When you have a job, you have to look professional, and I think that Regis is preparing us for that” senior Tatum Pomeroy said.

So whats the advantage of having a dress code?

“It holds us accountable, and it holds the teachers accountable, it’s a responsibility thing” senior Martha Fagan said. “The advantage is not having to dress to impress, we all look the same and I love not being original, I love being so bland” senior Molly O’Neil said.

Although getting demerits is never fun, there is some advantage of having a dress code. “We don’t have to think about what we are wearing in the morning, we can just wake up and put it on,” Emily said.

Does the dress code apply to the teachers?

“I don’t really think they have a dress code… besides jeans,” Emily said. “I like how the teachers can dress differently because it sets us apart and its more appropriate” Martha said.

What should be disallowed?

Senior Martha Fagan shows off her in dress code sweater and RJ polo, while Senior Claire Horrigan wears green shoes. | Alex Mohr ‘12

Senior Elizabeth Weis pops the collar on her North Face and Senior Courtney Cochran flaunts her yoga pants. | Alex Mohr ‘12

Ten Raiders Sign Letters of Intent Congratulations Ladies!

Katie Heckman Duke University Basketball

Eli Svisco Montana State University Volleyball

Marquelle Dent Wyoming University Basketball

Lauren Stoeckle University of Missouri Swimming

Jamie Revels William and Mary University Basketball

Taylor Alexander Texas Christian University Equestrian*

Sarah Schmid Rutgers University Volleyball

Emmi Smith Penn State Lacrosse

Janae Hall Kansas University Volleyball

Kathleen Kershisnik Wyoming University Golf

*Taylor is the first RJ student to sign for horseback riding.

Congrats Taylor!

“We shouldn’t be able to wear toe-rings because they show individuality,” Molly said. “We should not be able to wear polyester,” Martha said. “sweaters, because there too tight… give us hoodies” Tatum said.

*************Students were not harmed in the cropping of these photos.*************

Artist of the Month November’s Artists of the Month are juniors Emma Carroll and Mollie Coyle. Carroll created a blog called, “Double Exposed Denver,” where she and Coyle post photos that they’ve taken. Their mission is to, “Show the world how they see Denver and the Rocky Mountaions through their wildly different eyes all in one convenient place.” To see more of their work visit: doubleexposeddenver.tumblr.com or scan the QR code below.

Want to be the next artist of the month?

Submit your artwork to rjdigest@gmail.com

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Ultimate Bieber Fever Hits Regis Jesuit One less lonely girl but millions of broken hearts Ciana Wilkening ‘12 “It’s really me he’s in love with,” another fan said, wishing to remain annonymous so as not to cause drama and keep Justin out of trouble.

Junior Erin Hinners is considered by many to be the luckiest girl in the world because on March 28, 2012, Erin will be joined in Holy Matrimony to Justin Bieber.

“Me and Justin met before his concert because I won a contest and got back stage passes and front row seats. I was so incredibly excited and scared to meet him. When I got there and saw him standing there so perfectly, I just passed out. I guess he carried me to his couch and set me down because when I woke up, he was standing above me and we just looked into each others eyes and knew it was meant to be,” Hinners said.

Following their meeting, Justin’s song “Favorite Girl” came out, written about Hinners. Not surprisingly, this is also Hinners’ favorite Bieber song.

This news crushes the hopes of millions of girls all over the world. One of the heartbroken fans is junior Grace Marriott. “I don’t approve,” Marriott said, “she’s only in it for the fame.”

Many of Hinners’ friends are also Belibers. “I told them that I was dating Justin and they didn’t believe me till they actually met him. They are all very happy for me though,” she said.

Luckily for Hinners, the in-laws are also very supportive of the engagement.

“Mamma Biebs is obviously very happy for us and we get along great. She helped me pick out the dress and she is so helpful with the planning and everything. I love her so much,” Hinners said.

Hinners’ dress is white with a pink ribbon around the waist (to match the bridesmaid’s dresses) with lots of diamonds to catch the glittering sun on the Los Angeles beach where the wedding will take place. Hinners has chosen the beach as the location of the wedding because it was

there that Justin proposed.

“We were just walking along and he pointed at something behind me and said, ‘Wow look at that!’ So I turned around and he got down on one knee and when I turned back around he was holding a ring and asked me to marry him,” Hinners said.

“It’s the happiest day of my life so far.”

An official guest list has not been established yet, but among those that will definitely be there are Usher and the Smith family. The engagement is not Facebook official yet, “because of the amount of drama that comes with facebook and we both decided it would be better not to have it,” Hinners said.

Alex Mohr ‘12

“Aww look at the predator give the cupcake to the little bug.”

“Dude, this isn’t Tarzan, do you know where your mom is?”

“I’m worshipping Ke$ha for Thanksgiving.”

“Dont be mad at me, I’m affected by the gnomes.”

“I had a dream about sweet potatoes last night...”

(Below) Erin and Justin on the beach after he proposed.

(Above) Erin and Justin at the wedding rehearsal. Erin and Jusitn’s frist dance will be to one of the Biebsters songs feat. Usher called “First Dance.”

Although, we can all expect a break from Justin’s music in

Out of context: conversations in the halls and classrooms

“No. We can’t go back in time.”

Their love can only be described as the ultimate Bieber fever.

In a similar attempt to prevent drama, along with preparation for Justin’s next concert, a Bieber representative was not able to comment on the engagement.

What Did She Just Say?

“I have a wand, and I’m not afraid to use it!”

April of 2012 while he and Erin go to Costa Rica for their honeymoon.

(Right) Erin and Justin when they first met before his concert.

Justin saved Erin after she fainted from seeing him in person.