The E agle’s E ye Volume 10 Issue 1
St. Benedict at Auburndale High School, Cordova, TN
October 3, 2013
SBA welcomes new principal Amanda Slade
Co-Editor
Sondra Morris, a long-time SBA faculty member, crowns her 28th year with one of the most notable positions—principal. Following the departure of former principal George Valadie, the Superintendent and the Bishop asked Mrs. Morris if she would take on the role of interim principal. “Mr. Valadie was a fabulous leader and visionary. I’m going to have to be at the top of my game,” she said. “[My goal is to] keep SBA moving forward. Our job as educators is to prepare students for Harvard and heaven. We prepare them for the next level, whether it be college or military. It’s a huge undertaking.” With her new role, Mrs. Morris has more contact with students, and she interacts with each department at SBA. However, her job encompasses more than a mere de-
scription can merit; every day brings unique and different experiences. “When we were getting new bleachers over the summer, I learned about construction. I even learned the difference between a good concrete pour and a bad concrete pour,” said Mrs. Morris. As principal, she also “represents SBA off-campus,” like when attending meetings and when students receive outside awards, such as “Best of the Preps” and “Academic AllStars.” During her years at SBA, Mrs. Morris has held various positions. She began as a classroom teacher of science, physical education, health, and theology. She went on to become Athletic Director, Director of Admissions, Registrar, Director of Student Affairs, Development Director, Dean of Students, and Assistant Principal. She has coached volleyball, basketball, golf, softball, and
tennis; she even started SBA’s cross country team. Outside of school, Mrs. Morris is the mother of five children, including Clare, an SBA junior. “[Having my mom as principal] has its ups and downs. Overall, it’s nice [to have her here] when I forget things,” said Clare. She is married to the Director of Marketing and Communications of SBA’s rival, CBHS. However, even though the two schools exist in harmony in the Morris home, she knows where to draw the line. “I don’t wash anything purple and gold,” she said. Mrs. Morris attended SBEC high school—where she was basketball homecoming queen runner-up—before going to Union University to major in physical education and health and minor in science. Mrs. Morris received her master’s in education, with an emphasis in athletic administration, at the University of
photo by Amanda Slade
As the new principal of SBA, Mrs. Morris has introduced some changes, and she is looking forward to the rest of the school year.
Memphis. Mrs. Morris will finish out the academic year as interim
principal, while the Diocese determines the permanent replacement.
MMI offers healthy choices and cheaper prices
Rachel Hofer
Co-Editor
Upon return for another school year, SBA students
took notice of more than a few changes to the SBA lifestyle. A new principal, new rules, and even new laptops for the
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The new lunch provider, MMI, introduces a wide variety of healthy food choices at convenient prices for SBA students.
teachers are just a few of these changes. One of the most notable changes, particularly for students, is the new lunch service provider. Mississippi Management, Inc. (MMI) replaced Sodexo as the provider of SBA’s lunch. MMI is a privately owned company with over 50 years of experience of providing food and hospitality services. Karen Monteath is the head of MMI’s St. Benedict division. She worked in food and beverage services for a different company for 13 years before replying to an ad about the position at MMI. She had a very successful interview and was informed later that same day that she had received the position.
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“It was a blessing in disguise. It’s really a wonderful company,” said Ms. Monteath. One of the main changes from the switch to MMI is the pricing of lunch. MMI examined Sodexo’s pricing of lunch—specifically the hot lunch—and decided they could offer lower prices based on their similar accounts. In addition to lower pricing, MMI is making a conscious effort to provide healthier options to students in the hot meal. They plan to utilize different themes throughout the year to bring in a wider variety of healthy foods. “There are so many more options, and they’re all delicious,” said senior Nikki Shah of the new food selections.
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In previous years, students in sixth period lunch typically experienced a smaller selection of food than those in fourth and fifth lunch. According to Ms. Monteath, judging how much food is needed to serve everyone is one of the most challenging aspects of feeding a student body, plus faculty and staff. Providing enough food for all students in all lunch periods is one of MMI’s main goals for the year. Ms. Monteath is very excited to be working with MMI to provide lunch for SBA, and she has many fresh ideas to make lunch healthier and more exciting. “I love the excitement from the staff and students,” said Ms. Monteath.
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Editorial Board
SBA serves as second family to many
Co-Editors Rachel Hofer Amanda Slade Copy Editor Kayla Williamson Reporters Jack Borg Savannah Boettcher Bailey Coppedge Lauren James Alanna Oliphant Andrew Wadovick Destinee Williams Artists Alanna Oliphant Sarah Timmins Becca Siciliano Adviser Dianna Cervetti
Awards 2013 THSPA Awards (THSPA-TN H.S. Press Assoc.)
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Mrs. Morris
Reflections Interim Principal It is a privilege to serve as your principal this year. We graduated our 25th senior class this past spring and are well into another school year. The juniors have ordered their class rings, seniors are getting ready to order graduation supplies, the sophomores are still loving life and the freshmen
have experienced their first pep rally “booing.” I look back to our beginnings in 1988 – we were a 4K – 12th grade school with just over 250 students in the entire school. As our enrollment increased, so did our physical space. With the expansion came new classes, new teams,
new clubs, and more new students. We are fortunate to be in a Diocese where the Bishop and priests recognize the importance of a Catholic education. Because of the visionary guidance and leadership, we are the St. Benedict of today. We have a state-of-the-art campus sitting on 22 acres with over 183,000 square feet. Take a minute to look around at what we’ve been given and let’s all make a commitment to make SBA the best place it can be. God has given each one of us different talents and gifts and it’s up to us to use them. Let’s decide that this is going to be our best year ever. At our first All-School Mass,
National Merit Scholars announced
Second Place Best Overall Newspaper in TN First Place Best Illustration Honorable Mention Awards Best Inside Page Design
Mr. Angotti led us in a song about serving the Lord in our house. This is our house, so let’s serve Him in all we do this year. That’s not an easy task. Just as family members might have disagreements and misunderstandings, so will we. We are a family – take care of each other, have each other’s back, and protect “the Nest.” Let’s make every day count. Let’s decide to make every class, club meeting, athletic event, practice, concert, play, field trip, dance, lunch period, and even each trip to the Library – count for something. It’s not an easy task, but by the grace of God and with the support of friends – we can do it.
College Corner Rhodes College Memphis, TN
2012 ASPA Awards
General
(ASPA-American Scholastic Press Assoc.) First Place Overall Newspaper
13.4 miles from SBA 1,927 students, 192 faculty
Education
First Place Outstanding Service to the Community
The Eagle’s Eye is published monthly during the school year, by the newspaper staff at St. Benedict at Auburndale, 8250 Varnavas Drive, Cordova, TN 38016. Telephone:901-260-2840. The Eagle’s Eye is distributed free to all members of the student body. Commentaries and opinion columns are the expressed opinion of the author and not of The Eagle’s Eye and its Editorial Board, or its adviser. These opinions do not reflect the views of the Catholic Diocese of Memphis. Letter to the Editor Policy: Letters must include the writer’s name, signature and class or position. Typed, doublespaced letters are preferred, but legible, hand-written submissions are acceptable. Letters can be mailed, hand-delivered or e-mailed to the adviser. The Eagle’s Eye will not print anything deemed libelous, obscene or in poor taste, in accordance with the Supreme Court’s justified standards. The meaning of any submission will not be altered, but we reserve the right to correct spelling, grammar and punctuation when necessary. Additionally, The Eagle’s Eye refuses to print criticism which is not constructive and supported by facts.
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Senior counselor Mrs. Mary Cox (left) and Academic Dean Dr. Beth Fischer (right) congratulate Commended Scholars Theresa Stoddard, Kate Walsh, Rachel Hofer, Sarah Timmins, Andrew Lee and National Merit Semi-Finalist Jodie Crocker.
A new learning curve
Liberal Arts College 56% acceptance rate Avg. ACT 27-28 Avg. GPA ≥ 3.50
Costs Per Year
Tuition, Fees, Room and Board $47,596
Financial Aid
Average need-based aid package $33,489
Scholarships
Average merit-based award $19,272
Interesting Facts
50% of students belong to a social fraternity or sorority Mascot Lynx
SBA Teachers/Staff who attended Rhodes Dr. Cassandra Bradley Mrs. Laura David Mr. Steve Heinz Mrs. Erin Seboldt Mr. Blair Seymour
cartoon by Alanna Oliphant
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International travel allows perspective
Like most students, I’m finished for the day by the time I reach eighth period. It was pure dumb luck I happened to catch two small words in the middle of my last class of the day: “Global Village.” I loved the simple phrase. The idea that everyone in the world is connected more
intimately than we think was intriguing. Like many people who have never traveled outside of the Western Hemisphere, I viewed the Eastern side of our world as a peculiar and foreign place. However, my view changed radically after I traveled to Germany and England
for a short summer trip. Only then did I realize these supposedly “foreign” places aren’t so different from home. I was shocked—not by how foreign the culture was—but by how familiar it was. Sure, the food and buildings were a bit different, but the different cultures were fundamentally the same. They all valued food, religion, loved ones, beauty and the list goes on. Once I realized the values of life remained essentially the same regardless of location, I recognized what sets different cultures apart. It is simply the way each culture chooses to celebrate these values that
Bailey Coppedge
The excessive amounts of sugars, food coloring, and other “pick-me-ups” found in sports drinks are unhealthy and unnatural. In fact, according to an article from www. eatingwell.com, food dyes have been shown to cause cancer-related health problems. Do not let the word “organic” trick you, as organic food can still be unhealthy. The definition of organic entails that the food is free of pesticides and growth hormones; however, organic produce has the same nutrients and the same amount of calories as conventionally farmed produce, according to a study in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Some organic foods such
as potato chips, sugar, sea salt, and candy are just as unhealthy as their conventional counterpart. The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone says that even too much of a good thing is still too much. This rule applies to many different foods that are healthy, including carrots, soy, and fruit sugars. One key to eating well is moderating the intake of certain foods. A few general rules of thumb according to the Whole Foods Market for reading food labels are: have your sodium in a one to one ratio with the calories, have the calories from fat in a one to three ratio with the total calories, and stay away from enriched flour of any type.
Rachel Hofer
Heart of SBA Co-Editor
Tips for a healthy lifestyle Reporter
These days, eating healthy is a common concern in most households. Even though there are many good ideas to implement a healthy eating plan, there are also a few misconceptions and inaccurate stereotypes. One common thought in today’s advertising and marketing is that sports drinks are good for your body. This selling point is really just a kernel of truth in an otherwise false advertisement. While these sugary beverages provide a source of energy after an intense workout, they are generally not healthy.
Homecoming 2013 Homecoming Court
Themes Seniors: Preschool Juniors: Super Heroes Sophomores: The Sea Freshmen: Christmas
Seniors Sarah Brannon Teresa Ferrante Mary Hannah Giddens Theresa Stoddard Juniors Maddie Arnold Arielle Labilles Maddison Stafford Sophomores Holland Heinz Emily Reber Kirby Woodall Freshmen Brooke Barton Isabella Giddens Emily Sosnowski Camille Trice photos by Sharon Masterson
marks them as foreign. One nation’s idea of beauty is another’s definition of ugly. Something one nation finds entertaining, another finds appalling. These aren’t differences in basic values, they’re differences in outlook of the same basic values. Traveling the world and immersing yourself in another nation’s culture is completely worthwhile. Travel can broaden your horizon and help form deep appreciations for foreign rituals and values. Even if you find you don’t agree with particular views, immersing yourself in another culture can also deepen your
appreciation for your own culture. In today’s “Global Village,” travel has never been easier. There are hundreds of programs available to foster travel for high school and college age students. With so many options, there’s bound to be something to match any budget or travel desire. I strongly encourage everyone to travel outside of the nation at least once in his or her lifetime. The resulting appreciation for different cultures fosters tolerance and understanding, and it might even spark a love of travel that could last a lifetime.
SBA remembers
Drew Roberson Drew Roberson, son of Rhea and Regina Roberson and a member of the class of 2014, passed away on August 4, 2013. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, as well as a former student of its elementary and middle school. At SBA, Drew was part of a student band, the swim team, and water polo. He is remembered by his teachers and friends, who describe him as:
“really funny” “sweet”
“rad” “awesome” “fantastic” “strong” “hilarious”
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Speeding has dire consequences Bailey Coppedge
Reporter
Many high school students have gotten speeding tickets and the punishment can be time-consuming, stressful, and expensive. But, more importantly, “one-third of all fatal accidents are caused by speeding,” according to www.carconnection.com. Senior Vicki Stepherson was going 17 mph over the speed limit trying to get home before curfew when she was cited for speeding in Germantown. The Germantown system requires drivers to complete service hours and pay a fine in order to keep the ticket off of their driving record. “Because I was going less than 20 mph over the speed limit, I was able to keep it off my record and off my insurance. I did six long hours of community service, and
I can’t get another ticket for nine months or the ticket will go back on my record and I will have to pay an additional fine,” said Vicki. Many teenagers learn that speeding is costly in both time and money, and most change their driving habits after the first ticket. “I definitely got the message. I do not want to get another speeding ticket!” said Vicki. To avoid getting a speeding ticket, Vicki suggests leaving early and being aware of where you are. She said, “Some areas are a lot stricter than others. Know where you are and take your time if you can.” Senior Brittney Phillips had a different, but equally informative encounter, with her first speeding ticket. She was late for a basketball game, going 15 mph over the limit on Highway 64. “The
cop was fair - a bit scary, but fair,” said Brittney. Unlike Vicki, Brittney only had to pay a fine. “The punishment could have been a lot worse, that’s for sure. But the
experience of being pulled over got the point across,” said Brittney. Even though the fine was relatively light, she realized that speeding was dangerous
and she’d rather be late than injured. “Do not speed, even if you are going to be late. It’s better to be late than to get a ticket or get in a crash,” said Brittney.
of six parts: profile, family, education, testing, activities, and writing. The profile, family, education, and testing sections gather and organize general information about the applicant such as birth date, grades, and test scores. The activities and writing portions gather information in a slightly different way. The activities section of the Common App offers a way for students to organize the activities they participated in during high school. However, the
Common App only allows students to list 10 activities. This can be a drawback for very active students, but it also allows students to choose which activities are most important to them so admissions counselors can focus on that. The writing portion of the Common App consists of five essay prompts from which students can choose to respond in 250-650 word essays. Students can respond to as many of the essays they wish and can choose which essays to
send with their final application to colleges. The Common App allows students to easily and quickly apply to multiple colleges. Senior Hugh Lynch said, “It’s a helpful program because it puts all the college information in one place, saving time.” However, it is important to keep in mind that many colleges require supplement information and essays. This particularly pertains to applying to a college’s honors program.
It is also worth noting that even though the Common App allows students to report their own grades, colleges still require an official copy of their transcript that must be sent directly from the student’s school. The Common App is vital to students who plan to apply to multiple colleges. It reduces the work of filling out multiple applications while allowing students to focus on more important aspects of their college application.
High School. However, this table is no ordinary conference table. The 1960s brought social change and a fight for civil rights in the African-American community. In 1968, the table sat in the dining room of St. Patrick’s Church, a sanctuary for the sanitation workers during their strike. It was there that AfricanAmerican sanitation workers represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) invited civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to come to Memphis and support their struggle. Dr. King came to Memphis on March 29, 1968 and a few days later, he addressed a rally
and delivered his “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech at Mason Temple, the headquarters of the Church of God in Christ. Then on April 4, Dr. King was assassinated at the Lorraine Motel. A plaque on the corner of the table reads, “Historic Civil Rights Table – Dr. Martin Luther King sat at this table in St. Patrick parish on April 3, 1968; one day before he was killed during the AFSCME Sanitation Strike.” The table itself now rests near the windows in the back photo by Lauren James of the library and is open for The wooden conference table in the library has much more history all students to use. An order than meets the eye. It was used by Dr. Martin Luther King and the has been placed for a glass American Federation of State, County and Municpal Employees (AFtop to help protect it.
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Senior Vicki Stepherson carefully minds the speed limit after doing six hours of community service for going 17 mph over the speed limit in Germantown.
Common App eases application process Rachel Hofer
Co-Editor
The Common Application (Common App) is an online college admission application that can be used to apply to any of 517 participating undergraduate institutions in 47 states as well as multiple countries. The Common App is an important tool in streamlining the undergraduate application process. The Common App consists
Wooden table has hidden history Lauren James
Reporter
St. Benedict library’s newest edition, an old wooden table, has much more history than meets the eye. “We needed a new table because kids had nowhere to do their work,” said SBA librarian Mrs. Lisa Dufur, so she discussed with Mrs. Morris the possibility of ordering a large table. Since money is tight, Mrs. Morris asked the Catholic Diocese staff if there was a table available for SBA to use. Much to her delight, she was informed that there was an available table that was once used in the Education Center located at Memphis Catholic
SCME) during the civil rights movement.
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Public will soon -What’s Happening-A B S t a enjoy new view Jazz Band plays at festival of night sky photo by Sharon Masterson photo by Sharon Masterson
Andrew Wadovick
Reporter
The Sharpe Planetarium in the Pink Palace, one of the only planetariums in the nation that still uses an optical-mechanical method of replicating the night sky from planet Earth, will soon undergo a complete remodeling, changing how the people of Memphis observe the universe. The Planetarium Coordinator, Dave Maness, says the renovation includes the replacement of the iconic, optical-mechanical projector which runs by shining lights onto the domed ceiling, with a digital variation which is half the size of the current one and will be about four feet tall. “We will be able to project the night sky from any view,” he said, “from the Earth, and in space, from any place in space. We can explore all the known features of the universe and fly around to them. We can fly around constellations, and see how they change.” This will give a “clear notion of what that’s really like, and maybe get a better sense of the distances of objects in space” by “using the newest and latest information from observatories on Earth and in space,” said Mr. Maness.
In addition to the new projection method, Mr. Maness plans on renovating the rest of the Planetarium as well. Renovations will affect the encircling row of over 70 classroom-sized projectors, which are used to create the visual effects the central projector is unable to handle. With the switch to digital, these projectors will be removed, and this allows for expansion of the room itself. “A planetarium should be spacious, not small and enclosed,” he said. In addition to this, the lighting of the dome is planned to be replaced by a system of LEDs. Currently, the Planetarium uses a vast system of iridescent lights, which are costly to maintain. Mr. Maness said that this will also allow them to light the dome in many colors, including a blue sky. The Pink Palace tentatively plans to close the Sharpe Planetarium on August 1, 2014 for renovations. It will then reopen sometime in 2015. The Pink Palace has plans to exhibit the old projector in the mansion area of the museum. It will stand as a monument to the advancement of astrology and as a sign of the achievements to come.
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The SBA Jazz And Soul Band, under the direction of Tom Link, played at the recent Annual Memphis Music and Heritage Festival sponsored by the Center For Southern Folklore. The SBA band was the only high school band invited to the festival held on outdoor stages in the Main and Beale Street area of downtown. The combined bands performed the New Orleans Brass Band Show featuring the music of Dr. John, Kid Jordan, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, among others. Guest artist was Vic Sawyer, a local trombone celebrity.
SBA raises money for Go Jim Go
Local celebrity and Channel 3 news anchor/weatherman, Jim Jaggers, visits the SBA pep rally to talk to the students about his upcoming bike ride to raise money for St. Jude. Senior Jill Stark and Mr. Jaggers celebrate SBA’s donation of over $14,000 for St. Jude. photo by Sharon Masterson
Harriet Turk speaks at conference
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Dave Maness, the Planetarium Coordinator, shows off one of the last remaining optical-mechanical planetarium projectors. The Planetarium will undergo a remodeling around August 1, 2014.
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Motivational speaker, Harriet Turk, guides St. Benedict students in an excercise at the Leadership Conference held at SBA on September 7. She taught the students many team building and leadership skills to prepare them for future leadership roles.
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Local farmers provide fresh foods Amanda Slade
Co-Editor
A trip to the grocery store is undoubtedly one of the most basic, regular tasks, so why keep to the same boring routine? Add some spark to your shopping with healthier, fresher, and non-processed products from local farmers. Many local farmers sell their products at nearby farmers’ markets, like the Farm Park Farmers’ Market. Kirby Woodall, an SBA sophomore who attends the Farm Park’s Farmer’s Market in Germantown, said, “The market has good fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s a cute, quaint, and fun place. [One vendor] my mom and I really like is Peach World.” Peach World, a farm based in Nutbrush, Tennessee, sells all produce imaginable, from lima beans, corn, peppers, cantaloupe, and pumpkins to eggplant, figs, green beans, gourds, cabbage, and their bestselling peaches and tomatoes. While Peach World is a popular stop, the relatively small Farm Park Farmers’ Market contains a variety of vendors and products. Slightly similar to Peach World, Roots Memphis, based in Memphis, sells a wide assortment of organic fruit and vegetables, including cherry tomatoes, sun-dried serrano chilis, and butternut squash.
It sells to both individuals and local restaurants, like Tsunami. In addition to their produce, Roots Memphis also offers the Roots Memphis Farm Academy—a three-hour, one night per week class that teaches adults the basics of business and marketing and also how to grow their own fruits and vegetables. The students eventually get an acre of their own at the Roots Memphis farm, and what they grow is sold at farmers’ markets by Roots Memphis. Another Farm Park Farmers’ Market vendor is Renaissance Farms of Saulsbury, Tennessee, which is run by Cris and Sandy Watson, parents of SBA Class of 2011 graduate Alex Watson. The 120-acre farm sells “all natural beef, pork, chicken, duck, goose, turkey, and eggs.” Unlike many large companies, their beef is fed grass instead of grain. “Feeding grain causes changes in the cholesterol profile of the meat, eliminates Omega-3 fatty acids from any previous grass consumption, and makes the animals constantly sick and in need of antibiotics,” said Mr. Watson. “By feeding our beef grass, we eliminate all of that.” As well as selling products, Mr. and Mrs. Watson are also always looking for volunteers to help them around their farm.
“We process poultry every other Sunday. It’s not as ooey, gooey, yucky and bloody as most people think it is, and it would be good for people to learn where their food comes from. They’d also get to chase a pig out of their way every now and then,” said Mr. Watson. One of the most unique vendors at the Farm Park Farmers’ Market is Lilee’s Gourmet Bakery—the five generation Mississippi farm sells their signature vegetable, zucchini, baked in muffins. The zucchini muffins, dubbed “Z Muffins,” are “free of preservatives and pork by-products.” They come in different flavors, including the original cinnamon spice (which now
The classes were all in English and “long,” said Mathis. “The preparation course was horribly hard and it was so much you had to learn. The lessons were from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. and if the teachers were feeling nice they would let us leave at 11 p.m.” Even with all the preparation, coming to America has been a huge change for Mathis and Florian. The most surprising thing about America for both of them is its size and use of automobiles. “Everything is so big, and everyone drives big cars. In Germany, we can reach everywhere by train, buses or biking,” said Florian. “No one uses bikes here; it’s very different from home,” said Mathis. School is different both academically and socially. “There is so much more homework,” said Florian. However, they are enjoying the welcoming atmosphere.
“Everyone at school is very friendly and nice,” said Mathis. Mathis has noticed the culture of southern hospitality not just in school but also around Memphis. “People are so open even when they don’t know you. They come and talk to you. We don’t do that in Germany.” Food in Germany is also different than in America. “I really miss the wheat bread from Germany but I like the hamburger,” said Florian. Mathis enjoys Memphis barbeque although he also misses the German bread. In his free time, Florian enjoys sports and is hoping to become a part of the SBA soccer team as the goalkeeper. Mathis likes to play computer games and listen to music. Mathis wants to attempt lacrosse in the spring and also try out paintball since both activities are not found in Germany.
has a gluten-free counterpart), raisin, carrot-pecan, chocolate chip, and jalapeno corn, a low sugar flavor for diabetics. To find healthier, locallygrown food options like these,
simply visit nearby farmers’ markets, such as the Farm Park Farmers’ Market, the CooperYoung Community Farmers’ Market, and the Agricenter Farmers’ Market.
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Peach World (top), famous for its peaches, and Lilee’s Gourmet Bakery (below), known for its signature flavored zucchini muffins, are vendors at the Farm Park Farmers’ Market in Germantown.
German students embrace new country
Alanna Oliphant
Reporter
St. Benedict is home to two foreign exchange students from Munster, Germany, this year: Florian Pundmann and Mathis Farwick. Although Florian and Mathis are both enrolled in the Class of 2014, they are only fifteen and sixteen years old. In order to come to America, Mathis and Florian went through a difficult and timeconsuming process. “I was very happy when I found out I would come to America. I wanted to get a high school diploma and experience what life was like here,” said Mathis. Once selected, Florian and Mathis took a two-week crash course in American classes to obtain credits to graduate and to learn about American culture. “We were in a program in Austria and they trained us in English,” said Florian.
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Sixteen-year-old Mathis Farwick (left) and fifteen-year-old Florian Pundmann (right) are foreign exchange students from Munster, Germany and are part of the Class of 2014 at SBA.
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History teacher takes on new challenge Savannah Boettcher
Reporter
Coach Caleb Marcum, a Tennessee-Temple University graduate and the boys basketball coach, has the tall task of serving as SBA’s new Dean of Students. Although this is a new position for him, he is a familiar face to the students and faculty of SBA. Previously a government, world history, and sociology teacher, Coach Marcum is currently in his fifth year at SBA. He continues to teach one class, personal finance, while also learning the logistics of his new job. By no means is this new job a walk in the park. Coach Marcum must deal with discipline issues regarding students, while also being an all-around problem solver. While trying to be fair and unbiased, he does not want to be perceived as harsh; all he is trying to do is help the stu-
dents learn what is right and what is wrong. Although Coach Marcum did not personally make any changes to the rules, he strictly enforces them and will not tolerate any disruption. On hearing of Coach Marcum’s new position, co-worker Don Sebren said he is “consistent.” Coach Marcum will, in fact, have to be consistent in all of his work. He must treat all students equally whether he knows them personally or has never met them. Coach Marcum’s family had a huge influence on his career choice of education. Growing up, his mother was a teacher and his father was his principal. His sisters are also teachers. With a major in History, and a minor in Political Science and Bible, Coach Marcum appears to be an ideal fit for SBA. Basketball player and junior student, Tyler Currie said, “He encourages you to be great
everyday. He makes sure our main focus is school first, then basketball.”
Coach Marcum said, “Life is hard, life has rules. Here you have to follow rules. School
isn’t just about education and athletics, it’s about learning to face life’s obstacles.”
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Coach Eric Wells discusses the events of the day with new Dean of Students, Coach Caleb Marcum. On school mornings, Coach Marcum can usually be found in the front office, assisting students with tardy slips, locker problems and other student concerns.
Radio host encounters adventures on air Bailey Coppedge
Reporter
FM 100 host Ron Olson has been in the radio business since joining the college station at UT Martin over 25 years ago. Mr. Olson has lived in and around Memphis for most of his life, and through the years experienced many serious, interesting, and odd situations.
“I always love a good prank,” said Mr. Olson. He has played more than a few pranks, and the printable ones, while mainly humorous, give radio listeners an insight to life on the mic. One time when the new $20 bill was going into circulation, Mr. Olson told his listeners that the old twenties wouldn’t be accepted after Friday at midnight.
“I had five friends pose as a banker, a Kroger cashier, and a few other sources to make it credible,” admitted Mr. Olson with a smile. The resulting mayhem of callers complaining and saying they couldn’t exchange their money was comical for the hosts and the viewers who understood the prank. Although funny, the situation turned serious when the
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Ron Olson, a Memphian for most of his life, is an FM 100 radio host, painter, and trout fisher.
station received a call from the “I paint frequently on the Secret Service. weekends. I never knew how “They called and said that we much I liked it until I tried,” were causing too much trouble said Mr. Olson. and needed to go on air and tell Mr. Olson tries to keep the everyone the truth. We were station interesting for all age shocked groups on that the sitweekday uation had mornings. Keep knocking become “We play a on doors. Don’t that large, lot of music. but at the It’s not too give up if you same time funky, it’s are rejected at we were not too rapfirst. like ‘Whoa. py, it’s not We just got too street. a call from Really it’s the Secret Service!’” said Mr. pop culture,” said Mr. Olson. Olson, with a grin. Following pop culture has Many of Mr. Olson’s Face- been very interesting for Mr. book friends have commented Olson, who says, “All the Mion his job description. “On ley Cyrus noise, the VMA’s, Facebook it says that I’m the Kardashians, and all of that an entertainer,” said Mr. Ol- standard stuff is what we talk son. He said that many of his about on the show.” friends have given him a bit of Mr. Olson also says that playgrief, sometimes asking him if ing music that a 17-year-old, a he could entertain parties. 27-year-old, and a 37-year-old Mr. Olson says that he loves will like is a challenge. “You his job and the hardest part of have to keep everything in balhis workday is just getting up ance,” he said. early. “Other than having to Mr. Olson has advice for stube at work at 4:30… I have so dents interested in radio. much fun doing what I do,” he “Keep knocking on doors. said. Don’t give up if you are reOutside of the station, Mr. jected at first. Also, keep up Olson is a painter and avid with all the new media stuff, trout fisher. In fact, he is sell- because I really think that that ing paintings at the upcom- is where the jobs of the future ing Winter Festival in Saddle are.” Creek.
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Student Poll “If you could play any sport for any team, what would it be?”
Fisher Clarke, 9th Basketball SBA basketball team
Trey Urban, 11th Baseball Saint Louis Cardinals
Shea Wells, 11th and Amanda Magusiak,10th Wrestler WWE
Mrs.Seboldt, History Teacher Soccer National Soccer Team
Bri Wrushen, 10th Basketball Miami Heat
Gabrielle Sciortino, 10th Golf PGA
Maria Marconi, 11th Volleyball Penn State
John Prascak, 11th Cross Country University of Wisconsin
Nayla Bandealy, 9th Cheer Alabama University
Zoe Woods, 10th Dancer Team U.S.A.
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Basketball coach joins the SBA history staff Bailey Coppedge
Reporter
Ms. Haley Gilmore joins the SBA family as head girls basketball coach and history teacher. Born and raised in the small town of Bowie, Texas, Coach Gilmore grew up with sports and athletics. Her mom and aunt played intramural softball together, and she played softball growing up. “I actually grew up on a softball field,” said Coach Gilmore. She started playing AAU basketball in eighth grade, and continued playing through four years of college at Morehead State University in Morehead, Kentucky. While at Morehead, Coach Gilmore found her desire to teach history. She said, “History is just a bunch of stories, and who doesn’t like to tell stories?” After taking several interesting history classes such as Medieval European History and Jacksonian America, she was hooked. After college, Coach Gilmore taught at Nature Coast Technical High School in Florida where she was the assistant basketball coach. She left there to get closer to home, taking a head coaching job at Harding Academy, where she stayed for four years. The team made it to the state tournament three of the four years Coach Gilmore was there. “We had a lot of success, I worked with some really great kids, and they put in a lot of effort,” she said. After Harding, Coach Gilmore took an assistant coaching job at Rhodes, at the same time teaching at Hernando Middle School. After her first year, Coach Gilmore said, “From that point forward, I was asked to coach girl’s basketball, help out with volleyball [and] track, and I eventually became the athletic director there.” “Middle school basketball was by far the hardest coaching gig I’ve ever had. It was rewarding, but at the same time you want to beat your head against the wall because when you tell them to go to the sideline they look at you like ‘what’s the sideline?’” Coach Gilmore says that her mother is her inspiration in life. “She is, by far, the hardest
photo by Bailey Coppedge
Coach Gilmore prepares her cart to move to her next class.
working woman I know. She always made me feel like I was the most important person in the world. Everything I do in terms of work ethic is modeled after her.” Coach Gilmore also believes in hard work. She said, “You have to make hard work your passion. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, hard work will take care of itself… You’ve put in enough work to know that when your back’s against a wall, you won’t quit.” As to why Coach Gilmore came to SBA, she said, “It has been on my map for years in terms of girl’s basketball. The kids here have always had a passion for basketball and have wanted to work hard. In my mind it’s one of the premier coaching positions in the city. Who wouldn’t want to coach here?” Former SBA girl’s basketball coach Don Sebren has known Coach Gilmore since she was coaching at Harding, and said, “She’s a hard worker and she’ll bring some college experience to the team. I heartily endorsed her taking the job.” Being new to SBA basketball, her first impression of the team was how serious the girls were about their goals. One thing that stood out to her on the first day was how hard the girls worked. Even when some of the girls stopped and stepped off the line, they always got back in line and kept going. “That very first day proved to me that they could do it,” said Coach Gilmore. In regards to the school, Coach Gilmore is very im-
pressed with the fact that the chapel is in the heart of the school. “It speaks to the mission of the school,” she said. She loves how the SBA teachers have gone out of their way to make her feel welcome. She does admit that it is challenging to get through the hallways with her large cart-desk, however, “I’m just happy to be here,” she said. A few students shared their first impressions of Coach Gilmore. Senior and basketball player Vicki Stepherson said, “That first day - we knew this year was going to be tough, but we also knew that this change was going to be very beneficial for the team. From what we’ve seen so far, we have high hopes of going past sub-state and even farther, maybe even a championship.” Sophomore Gabby Sciortino, student of Coach Gilmore, said, “At first all I thought about was how hard the class was going to be, but now I know that even though it will be tough academically, she’ll make it worth all the hard work.” Having gone through high school, college, playing Division I basketball, and coaching for different schools, Coach Gilmore advises students to enjoy the four years of high school and not take themselves too seriously. “You never get these four years back, so make sure that whatever it is you do, you are passionate about it. Enjoy it, have fun, and don’t take yourself too seriously. Know that this is just a stepping stone for things to come.”
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SBA sports are in full swing
Savannah Boettcher
Reporter
Cross Country
The boys and girls cross country teams are off to a promising start. “I have high hopes for the cross-country season,” said Coach Lynn Park, head coach for both the boys and girls team. On the girls side, freshmen Rachel Hale and Catherine May are finishing second and third for the team, adding a great force. Senior Mayson Morrissett is also looking to be in position to take the DIIAA State championship and improve on her second place finish from last year. “As a team, the girls should be very competitive on the state level,” said Coach Park. As for the boys, they are in the process of recovering from losing six out of the eight varsity runners from last season. With senior leadership from Joseph Pearlman, Chris Schuhlein, John Vasallo, Dominick Disalvo, and Matt Sena, the team hopes to bounce back soon. Freshman Ray Wynne is also training hard and usually leads the SBA pack in races. “We have a lot of great potential on the team,” said Coach Park, “with numerous runners competing for the Varsity spots, which can only make the team stronger as the season continues.”
November 1. After losing Jordan Wilkins and many key seniors from the Class of 2013, the Eagles are rebuilding. Sophomores are showing great promise and potential to lead the Eagles in the near future. “We have had some significant losses to our personnel this season, but we always have someone step up to the occasion,” said Coach David.
Girls Soccer
The Lady Eagles soccer team is looking forward to a promising season with hopes to vie for a state title. “Our hopes for the season are the same every year. We expect to compete for a state title,” said head coach Nick Dressman, who was last year’s Girls Soccer Coach of the Year, voted on by the coaches of DII-AA West. Seniors Erika Gavrock, Theresa Stoddard, and Rosa Martinez have been very valuable to the team this season with goals and assists. Junior Ciscily Crislip is a key offensive player who puts pressure on opposing defenses. Through the first four games
Football
“Right now, all we care about is our next opponent,” said head football coach Mike David. The Eagles will face rival Briarcrest on October 4 at the photo by Sharon Masterson 2013 Homecoming game. Oth- Sophomore Coltan Cochran er rivalry games include MUS runs the football against Bolton on October 17 and CBHS on at a home game.
of the season, the defense did not give up a goal. It has been hit and miss since then, but they are looking forward to taking on St. Agnes again on October 10.
Golf
The 2013 golf season ended on a high note with siblings Grey and Maribeth Peevy competing in the State Golf Tournament. Grey shot a two day total of 144 (2 over par) which snagged fourth place out of 35 competitors. His sister, Maribeth, finished eighth out of 26. Maribeth was very excited to be part of the State Tournament as a freshman and said, “I hope to continue to qualify for the tournament and represent SBA in the future.” The boys overall record for the season finished at 23-102 with some big wins over CBHS, MUS and Collierville; the girls record was 16-22-1. Coach Barbara Hervey was very pleased with the season and was especially proud of the golfers during the Father Ryan Invitational Tournament. “My game plan was for the team to play well and hopefully some of the boys could medal,” she said. The boys won the tournament with a score of 291 and Grey was medalist with a 68. Cole Peevy, who barely missed qualifying for State by one stroke in a playoff, also enjoyed the tournament and said, “It was one of the greatest triumphs in SBA golf history. We won by 22 strokes and beat 14 teams.” The Peevy brothers were especially excited by the win since they used to attend Father Ryan. Summing up the season, sophomore Nick Giles said, “#Advance the ball!”
photo by Sharon Masterson
The varsity girls volleyball team huddles up to discuss the game plan with Coach Buchanan during their game against Bartlett.
Volleyball
The Lady Eagles volleyball team is looking strong and ready to place in each tournament they compete in. Standout players include senior Dacia Williams, junior Madison Bond, and sophomores Bailey Cochran and Anna Graziosi. Coach Buchanan has big plans for the varsity team. “We hope to advance to the
state tournament and to be one of the top two seeds in the region,” she said. With a huge win against Briarcrest in three straight games after losing to them in an earlier tournament, the Lady Eagles are ready to face whatever challenge is thrown their way. SBA fans are encouraged to come out and cheer on the Lady Eagles whether they play at home or away.
photo by Barbara Hervey
Siblings Maribeth and Grey Peevey represent SBA in the TSSAA DII Golf Tournament in Murfreesboro, TN.
Steroids sabotage athletes’ success
Savannah Boettcher
Reporter
Recently, in many levels of sports, the use of performance enhancing drugs, also known as steroids or PED’s, has greatly increased. Although many of the athletes that have been caught using these drugs are on the professional level, they are not the only ones affected by this up-and-rising crisis. Big names in baseball such
as Ryan Braun and Alex Rodriguez have been accused of using steroids. Braun has been suspended through the end of the 2014 season. This is Braun’s second PED offense – the first time, last season, he appealed his suspension and won in a very controversial trial. In 2012, six major league baseball players were suspended for using performance-enhancing drugs. So far this season, fourteen have
been suspended with the minimum punishment of a 50 game suspension and a maximum suspension of not being able to play until the beginning of the 2015 season. Although the use of steroids mainly appears in baseball, it is becoming more prominent in other sports as well. On January 17, 2013, Lance Armstrong admitted on the Oprah Winfrey Show that he used steroids for at least a decade, if not more. Mr.
Armstrong’s lies and denials caused him to lose all endorsements in addition to his Livestrong collection. Steroids not only ruin an athlete’s reputation and career, they also wreck havoc on one’s body and mental stability. According to webmd.com, teens that take steroids may have short height due to arrested bone growth and girls may suffer long-term masculinization, which includes
deepening of the voice and the growth of unwanted hair. Research shows that taking steroids can ruin an athlete’s body while causing depression and mental instability. In fact, just one injection could change a life forever. “There are too many health risks in the long run,” said SBA baseball coach Steve Heinz. The negative and harmful consequences of taking steroids are clearly not worth the risk.
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Student Poll
Guys need to stop...
The Eye on Culture Restaurant Review
Waffle House serves up diner-style meals Jack Borg
Kayce Barely, 9th “wearing so much cologne.”
Ramana Sharif, 11th “flirting with other girls that they dont’t like.”
Monica Normand, 10th Katie Phillips, 11th, Annie Uebelacker, 11th “thinking Twitter is a diary.”
Jaret Thomas, 10th “flipping their hair every two seconds.”
Andrew Raffanti, 12th “#usinghashtags.”
Matthew Sena, 12th “thinking they’re in a frat.”
Girls need to stop...
Dalton Bailey, 11th “their emotions.”
Laura Cardona and Breanna Pollet, 12th “being drama queens.”
Waffle House, a mere threeminute walk from SBA, is renowned for its waffles, coffee, and hash browns. Whether you sit at the breakfast bar, with a view of the steaming and crackling griddles, or in a booth with your friends, you can expect a delicious meal at a reasonable price. The restaurant is equipped with a jukebox to listen to while you wait for your food and enjoy your meal. Just a couple of quarters in this modern version of an old-fashioned machine adds a personal touch to the dining experience. When I walked through the glass doors, the smell of scrumptious bacon and toast invaded my senses, and I became instantly ravenous. I sat at the bar and picked up a menu as my mind raced with the ideas of a delicious dinerstyle meal. As I studied the plastic photo-enhanced menu, a peppy waitress with a note pad came to take my order. “I’ll have a bacon cheeseburger with all the trimmings, a side of scattered hash browns, and an Arnold Palmer to drink,” I said. She wrote it down and barked out the order to the man at the griddle. The bacon cheeseburger was
Jarod DiGaetano, 10th “laughing like dolphins.”
Sarah Houpt, 10th “being so mean.”
Ashley Prascak, 9th “talking about each other.”
delectable with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, melted cheese, and thick-cut bacon. The hash browns were scrambled to perfection, and the half-lemonade, half-sweet tea was a classic beverage to wash it all down. Waffle House’s southern home-style food typically receives mixed reviews from its customers. From students to SBA coaches, many have sampled the cuisine at Waffle House. Devon Newsom, a junior, said, “The All-Star Special has all five stars in my heart.” Coach Valle said, “I really enjoy the hash browns.” However, Rachel Carole Powell, a junior, was quick to express her displeasure at the dining experience and referred
to it as “Awe-ffle House.” Obviously Waffle House’s food may not be for everyone, but it is a place to create memories. John Prascak and Kirkland Schuler said, “We used to go on Monday mornings before school so Mondays wouldn’t [be so bad].” Be it early morning or late at night, Waffle House is there for you. Maria Marconi said, “When everything else is closed, Waffle House is open. Four a.m. and hungry? Go to Waffle House.” Considering the quality of the food, drinks, environment, pricing, service, and business hours, I give Waffle House at the corner of Varnavas Drive and Germantown Parkway a 4.2 out of 5.
photo by Jack Borg
Students of SBA enjoy walking to the Waffle House for cheeseburgers, waffles, fries, and other diner-style foods.
Broadway meets Memphis at the Orpheum Theatre
Lauren James
Chavian Kindred, 10th “texting in class so much.”
Reporter
Reporter
Located on South Main Street at the corner of Beale, the Orpheum Theatre offers more than just musicals and plays. Its history is rich and its story is unique. The Grand Opera House was built in 1890 and it was renamed the Orpheum Theatre when it became a part of the Orpheum Vaudeville circuit in 1907. The Orpheum went through extensive renovations in 1928, and the Malco movie theatre purchased it in 1940. Malco decided to sell the building 36 years later, but the Memphis Development
Foundation purchased The Orpheum within the year and began bringing Broadway productions and concerts back to the theater. The Orpheum is a staple among tourists and residents of Memphis alike. The theater stages plays, musicals, concerts, and ballets, and it has a list of upcoming shows posted on its website. This season will feature musicals such as Sister Act, Wicked, The Book of Mormon, and the popular play, War Horse. The Orpheum offers a summer movie series that was met with so much success that they extended it into September. The theater also offers an
event called “Dinner on Stage” where guests can tour the theater and enjoy a three-course meal on stage once every season. Through support from the community, the Orpheum provides high-quality education programs such as Broadway Workshops. Earlier this year the theater announced its plans to build a $15 million Performing Arts and Leadership Centre next to the theater. This will allow the Orpheum to provide a variety of performing arts classes for students and families. For more information, go to www.orpheum-memphis.com.
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Enjoy an inexpensive night out Alanna Oliphant
Reporter Budget conscious high school students looking for an inexpensive night out or weekend activities should check out some of the many activities Memphis has to offer. For only $1, have a classy and affordable date night by using the trolley system to take a tour of downtown Memphis. Visit the South Main Historical district and watch the sunset behind the mighty Mississippi. For a few more dollars, end the night at Maggie Moo’s, a local ice cream parlor on Main Street. Senior Eloiza Tecson recently enjoyed a downtown date. “It was nice because it was simple and romantic without being too expensive,” she said. To expand musical variety, the Levitt Shell Summer Concert series is another fun, absolutely free option, even though it concludes on October 6. The remaining artists include R&B singer Vaneese Thomasand and an English rock band know as the Ramdal Bramblett Band. Bands from all over perform
at the Shell for free during the summer months from Thursday-Sundays starting at 7:30 p.m. The Shell is an outdoor theater located in Overton Park near the Memphis Zoo. Listeners bring food, coolers, and blankets to sit on the lawn and enjoy the music. The Memphis Zoo offers free admission every Tuesday for all Tennessee residents from 3 P.M. until closing. Visitors not only can view the animals, but also interact with the wildlife. The zoo offers guests a chance to feed giraffes, ride a camel, touch a stingray, or hold a bird on a stick for additional fees. The Birds and Bees exhibit is a particular favorite of the Memphis Zoo’s visitors and it only costs $1 to feed the birds. The Greenline, a paved biking and walking trail, extends from midtown to Shelby Farms. It provides an opportunity to enjoy an afternoon with friends and family while getting some exercise. If the bike tires are flat, have a picnic at Shelby Farms. Catch a cheap movie at the Bartlett Theater for $2.50 per
person. The theater shows older movies that have been out for a few weeks. If in need of more comfortable seating, the Ridgeway Four has plush armchairs in all its theaters; however, tickets cost $10, or $7.50 for a Saturday matinee. It often shows lesser known “indie” movies for those who desire a more unique experience. Located in Memorial Park Cemetery on Poplar, the Crystalline Shrine Grotto depicts 3D scenes from the life of Jesus Christ. The religious artwork was created using sculpture, painting, and crystals. For aspiring photographers, the exterior of the Grotto provides a unique backdrop for photographs. Other artwork can be found at the Dixon Art Gallery. Located off of Park Avenue across from Audubon Park, the Dixon displays traveling exhibits and a permanent collection. Some of the upcoming exhibits include Picturing America (through October 6) and Ashe to Amen: African Americans and Biblical Imagery (through January 5). On Saturdays from 10 – noon, admission is free.
an orphan after her parents were turned into pigs in an unfortunate misunderstanding. She must work in the spirit world’s bathhouse, in the employment of the witch who cursed her parents, while she determines how to save her family. The creativeness of Miyazaki’s spirit world is unparalleled. The various spirits, characters, and settings are jaw-dropping and astonishing, but they flow effortlessly with the storyline and writing so you never feel overwhelmed or lost. The animation is aesthetically pleasing—nothing is left obscure, as even the smallest detail is accentuated, giving the film a visual richness. The mood is mostly lighthearted and adventurous, with a spoonful of suspense, as you follow Chihiro through her imaginative and implausible adventures inside and outside of the bathhouse. Another of Miyazaki’s popular works is Howl’s Moving
Castle, a magical romance loosely based off a British novel of the same name. The story follows a young hat maker named Sophie, who is turned into an old woman by a jealous witch after Sophie was rescued by the witch’s crush, the flirty, yet reclusive, wizard, Howl. After Sophie resolves to find the witch and force her to undo the curse, she finds employment working as Howl’s maid in his walking, whimsical castle and finds herself entangled in Howl’s unexpectedly numerous problems. The creative extent and animation style are similar to Spirited Away’s, but the plot is slightly more complex and mature yet still appropriate for all ages. Some of Miyazaki’s other notable films include Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, My Neighbor Totoro, Castle in the Sky, Princess Mononoke, and The Cat Returns. His final feature-length film, The Wind Rises, will be released in US theaters in February 2014.
Movie Director Review Japanese director creates captivating films
Amanda Slade
Co-Editor
Have you ever had a family movie night where you cringe during certain parts, wishing there were more interesting movies that wouldn’t make you feel awkward with your parents sitting right next to you? If so, make one of Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki’s animated films your next choice for movie night. While a few of his works, like Ponyo, are geared more towards young children, The “Walt Disney of Japan” balances his films with a perfect combination of plot-wise maturity and general appropriateness, enabling people of all ages to enjoy them. All of his films have been dubbed in English and shown in American theaters, and they are easily found wherever DVDs are sold. Miyazaki’s most famous feature, Spirited Away, centers on ten-year-old human Chihiro, who accidentally finds herself
photo by Alanna Oliphant
For a cold, sweet treat, visit Maggie Moo’s ice cream parlor, a locally-owned shop just one block away from the Orpheum.
Crossroads begins 10th season
photo by Sharon Masterson
In “An Evening With Larry,” an experienced showman from The Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus performs a show for SBA students and families. Larry pulls audience members up to the stage and invites them to participate in his entertaining show. SBA acting students also have a featured role in Larry’s show.
photo by Sharon Masterson
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Build the Nest!
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The Hunt
Help the Eagle chase and defeat the Saint!
Each player connects two of the dots, creating a line (no diagonals). When someone completes a box, that person marks it with their initials, and then earns a second turn. Play continues until all the dots are connected, and the person with the most completed boxes wins the game!
The Eagle’s Challenge Seymourisms “Ok, I’ll stop now. I don’t want to beat it with a dead horse.”
Fill in the boxes so that each row, column, and square has ONE of each number 1 through 9.
Jokes of the Month A hopeful suitor dropped into a computer-dating center and registered his qualifications. He wanted someone who enjoyed water sports, liked company, favored formal attire, and was very small. The computer operated faultlessly. It sent him a penguin. A father gave his teenage daughter an untrained pup for her birthday. An hour later, while wandering through the house, he found her looking at a puddle in the center of the kitchen floor. “My pup,” she murmured proudly, “runneth over.”
cartoon by Sarah Timmins and Becca Sciciliano
Mr. Seymour is an Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus teacher at SBA. He is known for making rather funny, random comments in his classroom.