The Eagles Eye Senior Edition - 5/2014

1 The Eagle’s Eye The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale May 2013

Senior Edition

Volume 10 Issue 6

St. Benedict at Auburndale High School, Cordova, TN

May 5, 2014

Senior Edition

photos by Sharon Masterson

The Class of 2014 screams, shouts, and cheers for the Eagles as they try to win the spirit stick at a pep rally during their freshman year (left) and their senior year (right).

Class of 2014 leaves a legacy Kayla Williamson Copy Editor

It’s 2010. The gym’s bleachers are packed and fit to burst.

Mr. Bilbrey’s voice booms over the loudspeaker, daring students to out-scream each other for the coveted spirit stick. Everyone looks towards the upperclassmen, wondering if the seniors or juniors will win it this time. But after five minutes of auditory chaos, Mr. Bilbrey releases the spirit stick into the air, and it flies toward none other than the freshmen.

That same class turns out to be the current Class of 2014 seniors. In addition to an impressive knack for winning the spirit stick, the Class of ‘14 leaves behind a rich record of admirable academics, vigorous volunteering, and stupendous support for their fellow classmates.

With ten Academic Allstars, nine AP scholars, five National Merit Commended Scholars and one National Merit Scholar, there’s no debating the sheer intelligence

of this year’s seniors. Enrollment for senior honors and AP classes is particularly high, and college acceptances range anywhere from California to Paris, including several highlevel institutions like Tufts University and the University of Notre Dame. In short, the scholastic legacy of the Class of 2014 will be hard to forget.

In addition to analytic intelligence, the graduating class contains several individuals who excel in creative and artistic intelligence.

Seniors Jessi Hawes, Mary Buchholz, Erika Gavrock, Anna Arnold, and Abbey Muffoletto will have their artwork displayed at the Catholic Diocese of Memphis Art Show this month. At the Wordsmith Writing Competition, senior Lucy Kaplan placed first in her grade level freshman and senior year. She also placed second in the overall competition this year.

Kevin Rotzoll, lighting technician of the spring musical West Side Story, and Sydney Valadie, assistant director

of West Side Story, both recently received nominations for “Outstanding Technical Achievement” at the 2014 High School Musical Theatre Awards, hosted by the Orpheum. The school-renowned band Half Dollar Tonic, which includes seniors Matthew Incardona, Kenny Ledet, and Brice Norris, won the 2014 SBA Talent Show, performed at this year’s Junior/Senior Prom, played several shows at the New Daisy Theatre, and performed on Fox 13 News.

As for sports, eight senior athletes have signed to continue playing sports in college.

Two students, Mayson Morrissett for cross country and Grace Summers for tennis, received Top Five Honors in the Commercial Appeal’s Best of the Preps. In addition, this year the seniors led the girls bowling team to their sixth State Championship title.

The seniors also put their bright, strong minds towards more practical experiences.

Throughout the years, the Class of 2014 has contributed

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astounding amounts of effort towards school projects, volunteer efforts, and other community service organizations. The senior project raised around $3,000 for Habitat for Humanity, and the seniors won the class competition for the canned food drive this year. Senior Becca Siciliano, a member of the Bridge Builders Leadership Board, has immensely helped expand and further the Bridge Builders program over the past year.

The volunteer work of the seniors may have contributed towards the refreshing attitudes exhibited by the class as a whole. Though it’s hard to make generalizations about such an eclectic group of individuals, many students regard the Class of 2014 as especially accepting towards alternative mindsets and divergent personalities.

For example, this year’s prom queen, Lucy Kaplan, is not a stereotypical prom queen; she flaunts a half-shaved ginger ’fro, prefers her plethora of freckles to a spray tan, and

sports a unique pair of cat-eye glasses. The Class of 2014 realized that a real queen should not be chosen based on her exterior beauty, but rather by her authenticity and the warmth of her heart. Therefore, they chose Lucy as queen, and Lucy is ever grateful to the senior class.

She said, “I felt like I didn’t have that many friends before high school, but now the seniors have given me the freedom to talk to and befriend people from any background or any kind of group. It makes me feel like our class is such a special, special place.”

The Class of 2014 definitely demonstrated their supportive attitudes at the last pep rally this year, where they cheered on the freshmen and eventually rushed forward to combine forces with them and jointly win the spirit stick. It was a good end to a vivacious four years in the Nest. These seniors will undoubtedly spread their wings and take off, flying on to accomplish feats bigger than St. Benedict itself.

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Who’s Who

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Editorial Board Co-Editors Rachel Hofer Amanda Slade Copy Editor Kayla Williamson

Senior Sign-Offs

College offers exciting opportunities Mrs. Morris

To our seniors...

Culture Editor Jack Borg

Principal

Features Editor Alanna Oliphant News Editor Bailey Coppedge Sports Editor Savannah Boettcher Reporters Lauren James Andrew Wadovick Destinee Williams Adviser Dianna Cervetti

Awards

My guess is at this time last year, when Mr. Valadie penned a brief message to the Class of 2013 seniors, you either didn’t read it or, if you did, you certainly didn’t care. I understand that. Soon, the days you have been counting down will end.

There will be great celebration, and rightfully so. You’ve earned the right to enjoy it.

But what you’ve also been counting down is the end of some very long and very good friendships. When the procession exits graduation, never

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undertaken. Yes, we want you to be a good student. Going to college is a privilege--make the most of it. There is nothing to fear from embracing learning and acquiring wisdom.

Depending on which university you attend, there can be several different ways of approaching learning and wisdom. Do not be afraid of any subject, but do be discerning.

Use this time to grow closer to God. Attend Mass each week, pray every day, be thankful for each day, offer yourself to God

ther.

For example, not too long ago, I would have never envisioned myself on the school newspaper staff. Even then, I wouldn’t have necessarily pictured myself becoming a co-editor. Obviously, that’s not the only “change” I’ve gone through, but to list all of those changes—the new friends I’ve made, the new affinities I found, the new talents I discovered—would be to turn this editorial into part of my autobiography.

But see, that’s the point. You can change so, so much during your high school years. And you know what? That’s more than okay; it’s supposed to happen! Now is not the time to set your life in stone. Now is the time to be free, take your hands off the steering wheel, see where you end up, and go

from there.

And now I’d like to diverge a little from my editorial and use the last of my text space to say a little something special to my friends. I know I always send you guys a general Valogram each February, but, considering it’s senior year, I figured I might as well also do something a little bit bigger, too. You all are some of the most important people in my life, and you changed my life—and me, in general— completely.

I hope you all know you mean the world to me. Thank you guys for being with me through high school, no matter how I changed or how you changed. I’ll miss you all a lot—I’ll never forget any of you, and I hope you’ll never forget me. I love you.

ply told her I wasn’t going to college.

That conversation ended in my mom threatening to duct tape me to a kitchen chair with nothing but college applications and a pencil. I then threatened to eat the applications, never go to college, and spend the rest of my days as a train hobo. At that point, my dear mother decided to give up on me for the night.

Unfortunately for both of us, we had that exact conversation several times over the course of this year. Fortunately, though, my mom had a secret weapon up her sleeve.

One night after another conversation ending with the same adamant declaration that

I wasn’t going to college, she silently left the room and returned with her phone in hand.

She simply handed it to me and walked out.

On the line was my older sister. I don’t remember how, but she managed to convince me all of the big decisions and changes coming up weren’t so bad after all. Senior year you have a lot of people giving you advice and telling you what they think is right for you. My sister told me to take their advice to heart but still make all of my decisions for myself and do what is right for me.

That night marked the end of

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Change is normal in life

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First Place Overall Newspaper First Place Outstanding Service to the Community

again will this class be together. And even if you’re sure you’ll be best friends with that one person forever... you may not be.

I would like to take this opportunity to share just a few thoughts with you. I hope if you don’t read it now, you might this summer. College brings a lot of changes and exciting opportunities in life. It is a time of new beginnings, first explorations and novel experiences. It can also be a time of crisis, a turning point, a time of decision, where the direction of travel of adult life is

Amanda Slade

UT Knoxville Co-Editor Finding my niche isn’t really my niche.

I came into high school with the misconception that these four years are the time when you find out who you’re supposed to be and where your spot is in life—your niche.

And I thought that once you discovered those two things, they didn’t change. Your personality stayed the same, as did your hobbies, interests, and friends. Just like permanent labels.

But in reality, that’s not the

case.

The greatest lesson I’ve learned in the past four years is high school (and life) is not about defining yourself. It is about discovering your potential. You are not confined to being one specific person— you’re not even confined to the exact same friend group for four years.

The person I am today is not the same person I was freshman year. In fact, I’m not the same today as I was sophomore year or junior year, ei-

Embrace new beginnings Rachel Hofer CBYX Program in Germany

Co-Editor To be honest, I never thought I would be writing this: my senior sign off, my last editorial, the last thing I will ever write for The Eagle’s Eye. As with everything about senior year, it’s bittersweet. On one hand, I’m sad to leave the place I’ve made my home for the past four years. On the other hand, I’ve definitely spent a full four years at SBA, and I’m

ready for something new. I’m ready for a change.

Change used to scare me. I don’t mean the jingling coins everyone has floating around their wallet, either. I mean change in the fullest sense of that terrifying six-letter word.

At the beginning of the school year, my mom told me I needed to start considering where I wanted to go to college. I sim-

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Saying “no” to the reality of goodbye Kayla Wiliamson

Tufts University Copy Editor No. Just no.

No, I don’t want to accept the reality that I will soon be leaving the place where I’ve spent the last eighteen years.

No, I don’t want to apply for more scholarships, look at my

financial aid packages for the umpteenth time, or discuss how I’m going to avoid a strict Ramen-and-tea diet. And no, I don’t want to realize this is the last editorial I’ll be writing for my school newspaper. No. What would I say yes to, then?

I say yes to laying in bed, eating chips, and re-watching old episodes of Doctor Who. I say yes to staying up all night writing poetry which I’ll most likely abhor the next day, yet I still keep it anyway.

I say yes to laughing at how my last sentence accidentally rhymed while I was talking about poetry, and how maybe that’s some kind of twisted pun. Or maybe not. My puns are usually more like “I’m done’s.”

In essence, I say yes to rejecting reality, procrastinating my future, and pretending this is not the end. Goodbyes are my

greatest fear, so I’m going to avoid them and shield myself from the impending hysterical misery by using frantic attempts at humor and repeated uses of the word “no” whenever anyone brings up college.

Now, before you admonish me for my naive methods of coping, I fully understand how terrible of a strategy this is.

It’s a horrible idea. It’s more immature than “your mom” jokes. It’s just going to make me freak out even more when the end does come.

So, yes, I do know these things. But there’s nothing I can do about it.

The problem is that I’m simply not ready. I may have spent every second until now ruminating on how exhilarating it will be to finally leave Memphis, but I forgot that leaving Memphis also means leaving the people I grew up with. I’ve built my life around these people, and I don’t want to have to tear it down and start anew, even if it means finally following my dreams.

So, no, I’m not leaving yet.

Only when I am on my plane to Boston, all my belongings stuffed carelessly into suitcases, will I finally allow the reality of farewell to hit me.

than what tunes I’m listening to.

Change is exciting and nerveracking at the same time. In reality, change is all around us, so there’s no need to fear, right? As my father likes to tell me, “The only thing constant in life is change.”

As a senior looking back on high school, I realize how much I have changed because of my experiences in high school. The classes I took, the teams I played for, and the people I met all influenced me in some way and helped to create the person I am today.

To say the least, high school did not go according to plan.

I thought I would play soccer all four years and maybe even play in college, but life has a funny habit of not turning out as we hope. In February of my freshman year, I tore my ACL. Suddenly, I could barely walk,

let alone run.

Nevertheless, my knee injury helped open my eyes to new things. Sophomore year I found myself trying out for the swim team, where I met an amazing group of teammates.

One thing led to another, and by my senior year I was a member of three SBA sports teams.

My injury is what made me recognize all the options my high school had to offer me.

Learning to try new things is one of the most valuable lessons St. Benedict taught me, and it is a lesson I advise everyone to try.

Change happens every year in high school, not just freshman year. Once you find your friends, don’t confine yourself to just that one group. Branch out and meet someone new or try to get to know someone better each year. I didn’t even

meet one of my closest friends until my sophomore geometry class. I still think she is one of the main reasons I passed that class.

When choosing classes, check out something a little different. If you are interested in art, but painting isn’t your style, try photography or film.

I tried out newspaper for the first time as a senior, and it has honestly been one of my favorite classes of my high school career.

High school is a time for learning--not only learning about academics, but also learning about yourself. What are your strengths and weaknesses? What do you like to do? Who do you like to spend time with? As this school year comes to a close, enjoy every moment, because you will never get another chance to be where you are today.

ple who would eventually help me learn more about myself. I had never thought about being a writer before, but it was the support of my friends and family that pushed me to pursue what I now believe is my true passion.

The concept of college is, admittedly, a rather terrifying thought for me, as it probably is for a lot of people who are going farther away than the general vicinity of Memphis.

Will I meet new friends there?

Will I be able to handle myself in difficult situations without my parents’ guidance?

You never know what you’ll discover about yourself in your

college years. I didn’t think I could take someone on a proper date before high school rolled around, and now I’m in a steady relationship. I had absolutely no faith in my cooking skills, and even though I still can’t cook, I am actually trying to learn. I would have never expected that four years ago.

My point is the future is unknown for a reason. The world around us surprises us by constantly revealing new things about ourselves and others.

You never know just what you’re capable of until you try it.

Does that mean you should

live college life recklessly?

Absolutely not. But don’t be afraid to burst your own bubble in order to truly experience the world around you.

Those same types of experiences we’ve had at this school are waiting for us outside thse walls. The only difference is where we’ll be.

We’ve spent four incredible years jumping around with our wings outstretched, learning how to fly. Now, after all our efforts and practice, it is finally time to raise our heads high and soar, as Buzz Lightyear would say, “to infinity and beyond.”

High school is full of surprises Alanna Oliphant

University of Arkansas Features Editor While driving home last week, a debate was going on in my head. Senior superlatives were due the next day and most of my blanks remained, well, blank. I didn’t know who to put down for “Most Likely to Be a Beach Bum” or “Most Likely to Marry a Pro Athlete,” and I figured those superlatives didn’t matter all that much anyway.

There were some I did care about, but I just couldn’t think of the right person. I struggled the most with “Most Changed Since Freshmen Year.” I mean,

we all have changed since freshmen year, but who has changed the most?

With all this thinking about “change,” my thoughts soon turned to myself. How much have I changed? Just by comparing my current iPod playlists to those of my freshman year shows the difference. Today I was jamming out to Shakira in my car, but four years ago I would have been in my room rocking to “Best of Both Worlds.” Now, a different kind of change is on the horizon for me, something much bigger

Refuse to accept your comfort zone Andrew Wadovick

Austin Peay Reporter Change is inevitable.

You’ve heard it before from countless cliché speakers, but it really means something when you think about your high school experience. The things I’ve done and the people I’ve met have all changed how I see myself.

I would never have imagined

any of this occurring when I first stepped through these doors in August of 2010.

I was extremely shy back then, not overly willing to talk to anyone around me. I wanted to remain in the background, like I always did; but life told me “no.” I met new people relatively quickly, peo-

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The Eye on News

News Briefs Be prepared for perilous situations

Talent Show

Kayla Williamson Copy Editor

photo by Sharon Masterson

The winners of the SBA 2014 Talent Show (left to right), third place Joseph Ferrante, first place Half Dollar Tonic band members Curtis Scott, Kenny Ledet, Brice Norris, Matthew Incardona, and second place Jared Flynn, receive medals after their performaces.

Make-A-Wish

photo by Sharon Masterson

Bailey Parker’s wish for a Disney cruise is granted by the Make-A-Wish foundation at SBA.

New Zambezi exhibit to open at Memphis Zoo

Bailey Coppedge News Editor

The Memphis Zoo has plans underway for the construction of a new hippo exhibit named the Zambezi River Hippo Camp. This new exhibit will give the hippos much needed space, and it will feature an underwater viewing facility similar to the current one in the polar bear exhibit.

The hippos in the Memphis Zoo, Splish and Binti, are

long overdue for an exhibit upgrade, as their current living quarters are cramped and unnatural. The Zambezi exhibit will provide a healthier, more natural environment.

The Memphis Zoo currently does not have a plan for the old hippo exhibit once the hippos move to Zambezi.

The most exciting part of the new exhibit is the view that has never been seen before. The viewing facility will provide an exciting new look at Splish and Binti

as viewers can observe their previously unnoticed underwater habits. “Even though they’re large, they’re pretty agile,” said Laura Doty, the zoo communications specialist.

Construction is scheduled to begin within the next few weeks, and the exhibit will open in either late 2015 or early 2016, depending on the weather. At this time, “there isn’t a plan to have an official opening ceremony,” said Ms. Doty.

When free associating with the word “college,” most people would fire off words like “partying,” “freedom,” “responsibility,” or “pizza.”

Most people remember college as a relatively exciting time, filled with experiences you can’t have anywhere else. But this kind of rosy retrospection leaves out the parts of college and young adult life which no one wants to talk about: adrenaline-inducing situations.

College places adolescents, who have little experience with the “real world,” straight from a somewhat-sheltered high school environment into a completely new situation with no parents, little supervision, and unfamiliar circumstances. Though the concept of “being free” is ideologically enthralling, being alone in an unfamiliar city can actually be terrifying; you may find yourself stuck in a situation where you or someone else is in potential danger, but you don’t know what to do.

College parties are perfect examples of situations that can start out fun but can go downhill quickly. It’s no secret that college parties involve alcohol, and many college students may choose to drink underage.

The easy availability and abundance of alcohol at college parties leads to many instances of alcohol poisoning.

Symptoms of alcohol poisoning include excessive vomiting, mental confusion, slow or irregular breathing (fewer than eight breaths per minute), and low body temperatures, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.

If you’re at a party and you suspect someone has alcohol poisoning, stay with them at all times and remain calm. If the person exhibits several of the above symptoms, call 911.

While waiting for medical personnel, Mayo Clinic advises to make sure the individual stays on their side or upright; if they pass out and lay on their back, there’s a possibility they may choke on their own vomit and

never regain consciousness.

Even if they become angry or resist your efforts, they are at a serious risk and you should continue taking care of them.

After all, it’s better to have them angrily alive than dead.

In addition, be careful when walking home after those college parties. If possible, never walk alone—the buddy system they taught you in third grade will always come in handy.

However, if you are forced to walk by yourself, be cognizant of your surroundings: keep your head up, act like you know where you’re going even if you don’t, maintain a calm, confident exterior, and stay out of dark or unpopulated areas, as advocated by the Edmonton Police Service. The more afraid, lost, and vulnerable you look, the more likely you are to be attacked or harassed.

If someone still assaults or harasses you despite these precautions, the most important thing to remember is to channel your adrenaline towards keeping a level head. When in scary situations, a human’s sympathetic nervous system kicks in and causes quickened reflexes, heightened awareness, and an increased heart rate. Victims should utilize this heightened state of consciousness to make swift, intelligent decisions, such as yelling “call 911” rather than “help,” since bystanders are more likely to intervene when they perceive a legitimate emergency.

Authorities suggest employing basic self-defense tactics: stomp on the attacker’s foot with your heel, gouge at the attacker’s eyes with your fingers, kick their shins with your whole foot, or slam your head backwards into their face if they grab you from behind.

All in all, remember to keep your wits about you at college.

The “real world” is certainly enticing, but it comes with drastic consequences if you don’t know how to handle being on your own. It’s highly probable that a terrifying incident will occur in your college years or during young adulthood, and everyone needs to be prepared.

The Eye on Sports

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Spring sports close seasons Savannah Boettcher Sports Editor

Water Polo The SBA water polo team has greatly improved since its inaugural season last year, according to co-head coach Molly Pickering.

“It’s a whole lot better than last year. The kids have been much more confident in their abilities,” she said.

The team started the season off victorious after a hardfought 14-13 overtime matchup against St. George’s. Standout senior Brice Norris scored six of the teams’ 14 goals and led the team in scoring. In the following match against MUS, the Eagles fell short, with a six point loss.

Next, the Eagles won another overtime thriller against CBHS, 8-7. Freshman Ray Wynne scored four goals, while senior goalie Kyle Nestler racked up numerous saves, helping to keep the team alive.

Kyle was the primary starter, while freshman Ian Blair played backup. Ian plans to take over as goalie next year.

SBA’s team consisted of ten boys and ten girls. Juniors Sarah Kutas, Allie Evans, and Jessica O’Brien led the girls while Brice, Ray, Garrett Mitchell, Brett Wagner, Matthew Smith, and Matthew Barczak anchored the boys.

The Eagles used a man-toman defense, which made the matches more competitive.

“It’s a fun game to watch,” said Coach Pickering.

games included a win against Briarcrest and two tough losses against CBHS. During the first two losses of the season, the Eagles were shut out, 0-3 against CBHS, and 0-1 against Bartlett. Although the offense was briefly silenced, the defense has remained strong, led by seniors Michael McGuire and Patrick Graham. Seniors Hunter Story and AJ Sturdivant have worked hard protecting the goal as first-year members of the team.

Rounding out the roster is Michael Berra, the only freshman on varsity, a team that consists of nine seniors.

Johnny Aeschilman is also a strong member representing the sophomore class.

In an 8-1 victory against Northpoint, senior Thomas Gilman and junior Luke Parker scored hat tricks (three goals), while Austen Graves and Peter Wagner each kicked in one.

Peter scored a hat trick against Cordova, leading the Eagles to a 5-0 victory.

Head coach Nick Dressman believes the SBA soccer program is “back on the radar” and “it’s not unrealistic to make a run at State.”

The Eagles’ first playoff game will take place on May 10.

Tennis

The Eagles and Lady Eagles tennis teams consist of 31 players altogether, 24 varsity members, seven JV players, and 14 seniors.

The girls got off to a great start after winning their first eight out of nine matches. During their third match, the team beat St. Agnes 4-3, something The Eagles soccer team start- that hasn’t been done in Coach ed off strong with victories Barbara Hervey’s coaching over White Station, Cordova, history at SBA. and Northpoint. Regional “It was a great region win,” said Coach Hervey.

Wins against White Station, Arlington, and Tipton-Rosemark early in the season set the standards high for the rest of the season.

The varsity starting lineup, although dominated by seniors, consists of one freshman, Brooke Barton, who had dominant wins against Tipphoto by Mary Sutton Senior Grace Summers earns Best of the ton-Rosemark and Preps honors with her powerful tennis skills. Briarcrest.

Boys Soccer

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Standout junior Peter Wagner drives towards the goal during a 2-1 victory over the Arlington Tigers.

Senior Grace Summers recently signed to attend Eastern Illinois University on a tennis scholarship. Grace will leave SBA with a 96% win percentage and three consecutive individual region championships.

“Her game was already great as a freshman. As a senior, it’s beyond expectations,” said Coach Hervey, reflecting on Grace’s time at SBA. The boys have “worked hard, in spite of some tough opponents,” said Coach Hervey. The team pulled off wins against Arlington and Brighton. After winning a singles match against St. George’s, 8-2, senior Henry Evetts said, “I’m very happy about this win.”

Many of the guys this season are new to the game. They “only picked up a tennis racket for the first time six months ago,” said Coach Hervey.

The girls finished second in the region, just behind Hutchison, and the boys finished fourth.

Track and Field The SBA track and field team competed in several multischool invitationals this year including the Houston Track Classic, the largest meet in the state, with over 1,000 athletes competing. Highlights included a first place win by the 4x800 team of seniors Mayson Morrissett and Theresa Stoddard, sophomore Madeleine Stanfield, and freshman Catherine May. The excitement continued as sophomore hurdler Courtney Parker and senior sprinter Alex Rittman qualified for the finals after winning the preliminary heats in their events. The girls distance team of Mayson,

Theresa, Catherine and junior Cara Carpenter also brought home third place medals.

Another highlight of the season was the girls’ second place finish at the Dyersburg Invitational. Standouts included senior Brittany Phillips’ first place finish in the shot put, senior Sarah Brannon’s first place in the discus, and other top honors from the distance team. For the boys, junior Brad Reber took first in the triple jump.

Overall, the team is looking forward to the future, since freshmen make up a majority of the sprint team. Freshmen sprinters Victoria Guffin, Avery Graziosi, Anna Schuman, Brittany Tant, and Sam Childers are busy learning blocks and handoffs for competition in the relay events.

Freshmen Isabella Giddens and Kamryn Carpenter are beneficial members of the hurdling team.

Freshman distance runner Ray Wynne is training hard and recently ran under five minutes in the 1600m race.

Head coach Dianna Cervetti is excited about the progress made by the team so far. “We have a great coaching staff this year. Plus, everyone is really working hard on the relays and their individual events,” she said.

In addition to returning assistant coaches Janet Daleke and Don Williams, three new coaches joined the staff this year. Haley Gilmore coaches the sprinters, SBA Class of ‘10 alumna Meagan Nichols coaches the hurdlers, and SBA Class of ‘10 alumnus Peter Armstrong works with the pole vaulters.

The team will compete in the Region Tournament in mid-May with hopes of qualifying for the State Tournament on May 22 and 23.

Trap Shooting The Wingmasters trap shooting season began in March with the first shoot of the year.

“Conditions were tough, although the Eagles emerged unscathed and unfazed. Mother Nature could not thwart our accuracy,” said head coach Eric Wells. Coach Wells is assisted by Mr. Bret Bilbrey, Mr. Tom Link, and Coach Caleb Marcum.

The team’s top shooter, freshman Ivan Scheidhauer, finished third in the JV division at the shoot. Junior Braxton Brewster finished first in the alternate division, and he was surprised to hear the results. “I didn’t think I got first when I finished shooting,” he said.

The team consists of 16 members, including five girls who have made “substantial improvements,” according to Coach Wells. The team is divided into various squads of five, boys and girls included, which then compete against CBHS, MUS, SAA, FACS, Arlington, Briarcrest, Tipton County, and many other local schools.

“Many of the perennial West TN powerhouse teams have noticed the Wingmasters’ prowess at the range,” said Coach Wells.

The Wingmasters continue to improve as the season progresses. “Everyone is getting far more comfortable with their guns. They’re out there busting 100 caps a day,” said Coach Wells.

At the second shoot of the season, the Wingmasters’ first team finished fifth out of 375 shooters. Freshman Annie Longoria finished fourth out of all JV girls, while Ivan finished first in the male division.

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The Eye on Features

Student businesses encourage growth Almost everyone has at least one hobby or some kind of extracurricular activity, whether it be playing videogames, jogging, or surfing Pinterest.

Some after-school activities, like jobs or volunteer positions, can be more beneficial to one’s future and provide a variety of skill sets and learning experiences. But what about going one step further and running your own business? While this may seem like an uncommon path to take, five SBA seniors actually do.

“I’ve always liked to make polymer clay sculptures in my free time. Around fourth or fifth grade, I started giving them as gifts to teachers and friends. I’ve continued doing that now at SBA,” said senior Luckie Krog. “Eventually I had a sort-of revelation—put a hook on a small sculpture, and it becomes an earring!”

After making her first pairs of earrings for Lucy Kaplan (two sets of cheeseburgers and two sets of fries), Luckie Krog launched her earring-making business called “Hook ‘Em,” in February of this year. She sells pre-made earrings out of her backpack and online at Storenvy.com, but she also takes custom orders for “any animal or inanimate object

people want.”

Joining Luckie’s ranks in the SBA student business world are veteran entrepreneurs Lucy Kaplan, Hailey Warriner, Ricky Graziosi, and Joseph Pearlman, who have all been running their businesses for one year or more. Lucy sells hand-embroidered and painted patches, pins, barrettes, and wall hangings through her Tumblr-based shop named shoplikls (formerly an Etsy online store known as freshpoked).

Hailey, along with her mother, sells personalized car decals, etched glass, monogrammed headbands, and cup holders through their business Barbara’s Designs.

Ricky and Joseph cooperatively run J and R’s Cuts, a contracted labor business whose services include grass cutting, landscaping, and “anything you don’t want to do.”

For Ricky and Joseph, J and R’s Cuts is more than just a simple pastime and way to make money—it’s a solid step into the direction of their future. The two plan to be roommates at the University of Memphis, with Ricky majoring in computer science and Joseph majoring in a businessrelated field. They hope to one day combine their skills and start another larger, more seri-

ous business together.

“Right now, J and R’s Cuts is our stepping stone into the world of business,” said Ricky.

“It’s like our learning process for success.”

“We’d like to grow it through college, start our careers, and maybe even get it big enough to sell one day,” said Joseph.

While Hailey’s, Lucy’s, and Luckie’s student businesses don’t necessarily pose quite as great of a potential impact on their futures, that doesn’t mean they haven’t received any benefits from them. All three hope to continue supplementing their normal income with profit from doing something they enjoy, but they also feel as though they have grown in responsibility and maturity through their experiences, among other things.

“While Hook ‘Em is what’s allowing me to go to prom, its advantages definitely go beyond just profit. It forces me to not come home and sleep every day, so I’ve become more productive—it gives me a goal and something to accomplish.

I’ve also learned the value of a dollar through my experiences, and I actually spend less money than I did before I had this job,” said Luckie.

“Lastly, I think every bit of entrepreneurship experience I’ve had in my life, including Hook ‘Em, is going to end up mak-

ing me a saleswoman. And that’s good, because life is basically selling stuff, whether it’s a product, or service, or

Alanna Oliphant Features Editor The annual Germantown Charity Horse Show (GCHS) will celebrate its 66th year on June 3-7. Since its origin in 1947, the horse show has aimed to bring the community of Germantown and the surrounding area together by providing fun entertainment while donating proceeds to a local charity. The horse show will feature jumpers, western pleasure, saddlebreds, and walking horses.

For the past 14 years, the GCHS has donated its proceeds to the Memphis Exchange Club Family Center, a charity whose mission is to stop childhood abuse. The Ex-

change Club provides a safe haven for children suffering abuse at home while also offering programs to help both children and adults gain support and knowledge on how to handle difficult family situations.

With the generous donations of the Germantown Charity Horse Show, the Exchange Club is able to fund counseling and other programs for children and families.

In order to host such a large event, the horse show relies on volunteer workers, namely the Germantown Charity Horse Show Princesses. The princesses are junior and senior high school girls who have not only maintained good academ-

ic standings but also are highly active in extracurricular activities and community service.

The “Queen” of the royal court is a college-age student who has shown dedication to the horse show and her academics.

This year, three SBA students have been crowned “princesses” for the show. Juniors Ciscily Crislip and Lana Kabel and senior Alanna Oliphant are current members of the royal court, along with 20 other girls from across the Mid-South.

“My favorite part has been making new friends. We had a ball at the fashion show and it has helped us grow closer together,” said Ciscily.

Throughout the months leading up to the horse show, the

princesses attend luncheons, teas, and even participate in a fashion show and royal ball, complete with a white ball gown and a tux-adorned date.

In order to understand what the horse show is all about, the princesses visit the Exchange Club and interact with the children who have been subjected to domestic violence.

“I’m really excited to work with the kids at the Exchange Club. I’m so thankful for this opportunity to make a difference in our community and meet new people while doing it,” said Lana.

Working through the horse show allows the princesses to give back to their community.

“It is such a great way for

Germantown and Tennessee to show how much our youth cares about society and charity,” said Ciscily.

At the horse show the princesses will perform a variety of jobs insuring the show will run smoothly. Some jobs include helping to decorate the Main Show Ring, presenting ribbons and trophies to class winners, and serving ice cream cones to horse show spectators and exhibitors. A few princesses will even participate in the show as riders.

Senior Becca Siciliano was a Germantown Charity Horse Show princess in 2013. “It was an honor to be a princess after eleven years of going to the show,” she said.

BEGINNING

for me. I started making decisions about my future with more ease. I was able to let go of friends who were holding me down. I knew what I wanted, and I could be more confident about it. I finally

stopped ending my sentences with question marks.

Yes, light bulb moments like that are overtly cliché, but that doesn’t make them any less important.

Senior year is the time for

change, so do something you were too scared to do the other three years of high school.

Because I started welcoming change, I’m getting ready to go to Germany for a year starting in July. A few months ago, I was worried taking a year

abroad would make me miss out on too much here at home (not that I ever told anyone that).

Senior year is a time to welcome change. Those six letters don’t have to be that scary after all.

Amanda Slade

Co-Editor

anything. Wherever I go and whatever I do in my life, I’m going to end up advertising something.”

Senior Ricky Graziosi (left) blows leaves for a client.

He and fellow senior Joseph Pearlman run the contracted labor business J and R’s Cuts, which they began during their sophomore year at Saint Benedict. Senior Luckie Krog (below) paints earrings for her earring-making business, Hook ‘Em. Luckie created her business in February of this year, and she both sells pre-made earrings and takes custom orders.

photos provided by Ricky Graziosi and Luckie Krog

Princesses help run Germantown horse show

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In fact, that night marked the beginning of a lot of changes

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St. Benedict alumni return to the track Alanna Oliphant Features Editor Most people never return to high school after they’ve graduated. However, a handful of alumni haved returned to SBA as coaches, staff, or teachers.

As instructors, alumni are able to give back to the school by training current students in athletics and the classroom.

This year the SBA track and field team gained two new coaches from the Class of

2010. Former 4x800 relay runner and record holder, Meagan Nichols, and former pole vaulter and four-year cross country runner, Peter Armstrong, were both welcomed to the team.

Coach Nichols, a former track and cross country athlete at the University of Memphis, is an assistant to the distance team as well as the hurdles coach.

Coach Armstrong, a University of Memphis student, helps with the pole vaulters in addi-

photo by Alanna Oliphant

Coach Armstrong helps with the SBA track team pole vaulters in addition to working as an intern for Mr. Steve Winnette.

tion to completing an internship in the athletic department under the direction of Athletic Director, Mr. Steve Winnette.

“I wanted to come back because I strongly believe in Coach Cervetti and her training. She influenced my whole life, from the foods I eat to my job as a journalist,” said Coach Nichols.

Coach Armstrong returned to SBA because of his opportunity to work as an intern. “I decided to do it because I want to eventually coach and teach.

SBA seemed like the best place to start,” he said.

Although coaching can be stressful, it is also rewarding for both Coach Armstrong and Coach Nichols.

“My favorite part about coaching is seeing my athletes progress from conditioning in October to the races now. It’s great to see all their hard work pay off,” said Coach Nichols.

Coach Armstrong enjoys interacting with his athletes and savors the experience he has gained by coaching. “They all have different personalities and are super cool kids.,” he said. “It’s a learning experience, because you have to learn when and how to push

photo by Alanna Oliphant

Coach Nichols, an SBA Class of ‘10 alum, demonstrates hurdle drills to Carly McBride, a member of the track and field team.

them, which I sometimes do too much of or not enough.”

However, although both coaches spend many hours with the team, coaching is not their only pastime. Coach Nichols still enjoys running, and she participates in halfmarathons and local running groups.

“I do some freelance writing for the Memphis Flyer,” said Coach Nichols. “I really like to do food articles, although

I’ve written on a large range of topics.”

While Coach Armstrong continues his education, he earns extra cash by emceeing trivia nights at a local club. He also plays guitar and keyboard for the band Spaceface.

As for being an athlete in college, Coach Nichols advises, “You have to be prepared for the time commitment and learn to balance school, sports, and travel.”

Student participates in sprint car racing Savannah Boettcher Sports Editor Many SBA students participate in activities outside of school such as ballet, theatre, horseback riding, or multifarious sports. Junior Howard Moore enjoys an exciting afterschool activity known as sprint car racing.

Howard started off racing dirt bikes and go-karts at a young age. He then bought his first go-kart, No. 23, when he was eight. However, he only started racing sprint cars last year.

“I’ve been around cars my whole life,” said Howard, “and I like going fast.”

Sprint cars, with openwheels and large wings at-

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continued from page 2 each day and always look for opportunities to volunteer to help others.

These next few years are very important. You will be discerning your call from God

tached to the sides, are raced on short dirt tracks. Sprint car races typically include 24 cars and range from 30 to 50 laps, lasting approximately ten to 20 minutes.

Howard has raced in states all over the South, including Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Texas. Howard’s favorite track can be found in Waco, Texas.

“I like Waco because the track is only a quarter-mile,” he said.

When in the car, Howard enjoys being alone with his thoughts and the roar of the cars around him. There isn’t a crew chief or spotter to assist him in navigating the dirt track.

His No. 23 Engler Motors

Chevy with a Maxim Chassis gets up to 650 horsepower and can reach 120 miles per hour. Last November, Howard earned $3,000 after winning at Riverside Speedway in West Memphis. While there, he also won Rookie of the Year.

In the car, Howard is protected by no more than a helmet and a HANS (“Head and Neck Safety”) device, which stabilizes the neck.

In all of his time racing, Howard has never suffered an injury; however, he has been involved in many wrecks, including flipping over in a mini-sprint.

The sprint car season lasts from March until November, the same time of year as NASCAR, a sport which, ironi-

cally, Howard is not a big fan.

However, he is quick to point out that he is not opposed to becoming a NASCAR driver due to the great pay.

Howard races for the thrill of

going fast and the joy of winning. “My favorite part has to be the adrenaline rush.”

This season, Howard hopes to gain more experience while adding wins to his resume.

as to your life’s vocation. Surround yourself with those with moral lives and values. Build new friendships around those who will build you up, not bring you down.

You will be deciding on your college major, your career and where to live. You may also

find the right person to marry or discover if God is calling you to a religious life.

Be a leader. Many out there will be looking for a leader be that one for them to follow.

Be a leader when it comes to study, prayer, church, classes and even “fun.” Decide on

what kind of leader you will be, and stick to it!

It has been an honor to serve as your principal this year.

There were times when we may not have seen “eye to eye” on things and maybe the answer was a “no” (like when you asked to have a nap each

day from 1:15 – 1:30 as a senior privilege). But the “no’s” you received, were out of love and compassion and what we thought was right.

Enjoy these last few weeks of life “in the NEST.” You are leaving us a much better place than you found and we thank you for that.

photo provided by Howard Moore

Junior Howard Moore races his No. 23 Engler Motors Chevy around the short dirt track during a sprint car race.

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The Eye on Culture

Online deals help High school movies to watch replenish closets Jack Borg

Destinee Williams

Reporter

As senior year winds down, many future college students will need to add to their wardrobe since a high school uniform will no longer be required. To save time and money, online shopping may be the answer for stylish looks at an affordable price.

A popular store for college students is Forever 21. The store tends to have the latest trends at incredibly cheap prices. Shopping online at Forever21.com provides choices that are most likely not featured in stores. The online store also has other collections to choose from such as Love 21 and a boys’ section that features a wide variety of hip clothing.

Senior Dacia Williams said, “I love shopping at Forever 21, especially online, since I feel like there are more options

available.”

Another online store that features attire for a college wardrobe is ASOS.com. ASOS is a major online fashion brand that sells both men’s and women’s clothing. This store recently launched their college program, ASOS on Campus, which gives college students the opportunity to get 10 percent off their purchases. ASOS on Campus also offers special programs that give away free merchandise and promotional items each semester.

Urban Original, found at Urbanog.com, is another online fashion store for women. Here, shoppers can enjoy weekly sales such as “buy one, get one half off.” Urban Original offers popular styles and brands that are often cheap, but still good quality.

“I love the sales! I literally buy all my shirts from Urbanog.com,” said MTSU senior Khloe Williams.

Unique ice cream parlors sprinkle Memphis with flavor Lauren James

Reporter

Now that warmer weather has finally arrived, dessert lovers can rejoice with a cold dish of ice cream.

Memphis contains many offthe-wall ice cream places that satisfy any sweet craving. For example, Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream and Treatery, a downtown shop, is a sugar paradise.

Upon walking inside, brightly colored walls and a friendly staff greet customers.The store offers everything from ice cream cakes to “pizzas” made with ice cream and icing.

They have an extensive list of flavors and mix-ins to create the perfect frozen treat.

Maggie Moo’s is open Mondays through Saturdays from 11 A.M. to 11 P.M. and Sundays from noon to 9 P.M. Sheridan’s Frozen Custard is another shop for those looking for a different twist on ice cream. The shop offers a variety of treats, including sundaes, lattes, and other specials, but their concrete custard remains the top seller.

Customers can pick from the menu or build their own con-

crete concoction, using two flavors of custard and their favorite toppings.

“What more is there in life besides ice cream?” said sophomore Amanda Magusiak, a frequent customer of Sheridan’s.

With locations at 6745 Stage Road in Bartlett and 8075 Macon Rd in Cordova, Sheridan’s is open Mondays through Thursdays from 11 A.M. to 11 P.M., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 A.M. to midnight, and Sundays from 2 P.M. to 11 P.M. La Michoacana, a small shop located at 4091 Summer Avenue, is gaining attention from ice cream lovers. Though they serve other food, La Michoacana’s authentic Mexican ice cream outshines the rest.

The flavors range from corn and avocado to mint and vanilla, and they have everything from popsicles to sundaes. La Michoacana is open every day from 1 P.M. to 9 P.M. “La Michoacana changed my life,” said senior Lucy Kaplan.

“Even the weird-sounding flavors are amazing! Plus, it’s super cheap.”

Culture Editor

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Charismatic and witty Ferris Bueller decides to play hooky from school along with his girlfriend, Sloan, and hypochondriac friend, Cameron. The trio borrows Cameron’s father’s Ferrari for a day out on the streets of Chicago just to “see something good today.” This movie has got it all: an amazing cast, quick-witted dialogue, fast cars, Chicago scenes, and a script you can quote for days. One of my all-time favorite high school movies. 4.8 out of 5 stars

The Perks of Being a Wallflower Charlie starts high school as a loner, but makes friends with two seniors: Patrick, a popular homosexual boy, and Sam, an attractive, free-spirited girl. Together, the trio attempts to handle coming-of-age emotional troubles while listening to “good music” and performing the Rocky Horror Picture Show. I highly recommend reading the book before seeing the movie; however, the acting by Logan Lerman, Emma Watson, and Ezra Miller make you feel like you’ve known the characters your whole life. 4.7 out of 5 stars

Grease

Greaser Danny Zuko falls in love with goody two-shoes Sandy over the summer, and the couple thinks they will never see each other again when school starts. To their surprise, they are enrolled in the same high school. Their love eventually overcomes the troubles caused by cliques through beautifully choreographed song and dance. Grease is a timeless classic filled with catchy songs and controversial relationships that will leave you wishing you were in high school during the 50’s.

4.6 out of 5 stars

10 Things I Hate About You

Cameron, the new kid at school, wants to date Bianca. However, she can’t, because her sister Kat isn’t dating anyone. In an attempt to fix this situation, Cameron gets rich kid Joey Donner, who also has a crush on Bianca, to pay mysterious and handsome Patrick Verona to date Kat. At first Patrick and Kat hate each other, and Patrick is just doing it for the money, but the two eventually grow to love each other. Starring Heath Ledger, Julie Stiles, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, this Shakespeare-based movie is hilarious, romantic, and very enjoyable to watch. 4.3 out of 5 stars

Mean Girls

Raised in Africa, Cady Heron moves to the states to attend high school. She makes friends with the popular girl clique known as The Plastics, Janis Ian, an outcast and a bit of a goth, and Damien, a hilarious and flamboyant boy. The story revolves around Cady and her role in tearing apart The Plastics and almost the entire school. It’s one of the most hilarious and quotable high school movies out there. 4.5 out of 5 stars

Clueless

The daughter of a litigator in L.A., Cher is a rich, popular, manipulative, and ditsy girl who wants to get her driver’s license. She convinces her teachers to raise her grades, helps the new girl to be popular, and finds love for her friends and herself. Cher’s narration throughout the movie is sidesplitting, and the overall plot is sweet and cute. 4.4 out of 5 stars

Napoleon Dynamite

Quirky Napoleon Dynamite helps his new friend, Pedro, get elected as class president while dealing with his uncle, who dreams of his glory days in high school football, and his 32year old brother, who still lives at home and “chats online with babes all day.” The movie is peculiar, hysterical, and definitely worth the watch. 4.2 out of 5 stars

Rebel Without a Cause

Jim Stark moves to a new town, befriends an emotionally troubled boy nicknamed Plato, catches the eye of his neighbor, Judy, and proves to the cool kids he is not a “chicken.” This film is filled with great 50’s clichés, including switchblade fights, drag racing, slicked-back hair, and leather jackets. The movie not only focuses on teenagers and their problems, but also on the shortcomings of the parents’ ability to guide them. It’s a classic high school film everyone should see at least once. 4.3 out of 5 stars

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Options available after graduation Rachel Hofer

Co-Editor

Four years of maintaining grades, balancing extracurriculars, and generally working hard lead up to one daunting decision: college.

For most people, this decision is a question of what four-year college they should attend and what their major should be. However, the end of high school doesn’t have to mean the beginning of a fouryear bachelor degree program.

In fact, there are several posthigh school options that many

graduating students don’t even consider.

One such option is the gap year. A gap year simply means taking a year between graduating high school and starting college. This is an option students who would like to take a break from traditional schooling before starting college should consider.

Taking a gap year doesn’t necessarily mean quitting school and living on your parents’ couch for a year; there are many ways to have a productive gap year. One way to

do this is by spending the year working and saving money.

This is a realistic way to gain work experience while raising money to cover the costs of college.

In addition to working, there are many exchange programs that allow students to spend a year in a foreign nation before going to college. Exchange programs vary by what the student will be doing in another country; some allow students to spend a thirteenth year in high school while others are spent interning.

These programs also vary by cost: some are completely paid for by government funding or private scholarships, while others can be quite expensive.

Regardless of where a student wants to go, what they want to do there, and how much they are willing to pay, there are hundreds of exchange programs out there, and one is bound to fit the bill.

Going to college also doesn’t have to mean getting a fouryear degree. Many students don’t give much thought to two-year degrees, but they are

much less expensive to obtain and can still be useful.

In addition to two-year degrees, many students don’t consider the usefulness of taking summer courses online or at community colleges. These can be inexpensive ways to get ahead on core requirements and can put you ahead of schedule for graduating.

Whether students think a gap year or a two-year degree is right for them or not, graduating students should give more thought to alternative posthigh school options.

Sci-fi meets eyewear in new invention Andrew Wadovick

Reporter

The world of sci-fi TV shows and movies is coming to life, thanks to the revolutionary technology of Google’s latest invention: Google Glass.

Google Glass was first introduced in 2011, when the company revealed its hands-free smartphone-like device. It is basically a pair of sunglasses without the lens, with a small computer chip screen implanted on the right side, where all the information is displayed.

When you want to do something with the Glass, such as take a picture, you simply say, “Ok, Glass, take a picture.”

Immediately, the built-in camera will take a picture of what it sees and even “ask” if you want to share the photo with your Facebook friends or contacts, all from the hands-free glasses.

As with a smartphone, various kinds of applications can be downloaded on the Glass.

To “google” something, simply say “Ok, Glass, google St. Benedict High School.” Within nanoseconds, a thousand and one Google results for the school will flash before your eyes.

In March of 2012, Google began what they called the Explorer Program, where people could sign up to begin beta testing of the Glass with the general public. However, the price tag on this Explorer Program was $1,500, making it not easily obtainable. Senior Rachel Paduck responded to this fee by asking, “Do they think we’re made of money?”

Almost immediately, social reactions rocked the world.

In February, a woman named Sarah Slocum was wearing Glass when she walked into a bar in San Francisco. The crowd began to ridicule her for wearing Google Glass, and when Slocum began to record the insults thrown at her, a man tore them from her face and ran away. Though he later

photo provided by wearableworldnews.com

Google Glass, created by Google, represents a step forward in the world of technology. But many people question whether or not the invention is an invasion of privacy in this era of social media.

returned the Glass, he managed to get the point across.

While the Glass does light up when it is recording as a signal to others, there is still a growing sense of privacy violation.

As an article in The New Yorker put it, “We feel dehumanized when the other person’s gaze is mediated by a data-generating device. We want them to respond within

the same set of social and somatic cues that we have to work with. A device that provides data is different from a camera, which in ordinary use, records only what our eyes might see anyway.”

People feel that the Glass is right out of the movie Terminator, turning the people in front of you into blobs of data and numbers. In fact, several bars

and businesses have banned Glass on their premises, despite how the Glass lights up whenever it is recording.

Like all new technologies, it has its ups and downs. As a whole, Gogle Glass represents the next phase of technological innovation. It is a large step forward, and many people are concerned for the world’s shrinking sense of privacy.

Director Review

Whedon woos audiences with clever projects Jack Borg Amanda Slade

From his cult classics Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog to the box office record setting movie, The Avengers, director Joss Whedon has demonstrated a style reflecting his views and ingenious creativity, while remaining uninhibited by stereotypical Hollywood film structures.

The main elements of his style are cleverness and originality, as well as an affinity for

strong, female heroes.

Mr. Whedon is fond of variation. His works range from comedic supervillian musicals and superhero action flicks to modern day, re-imagined Shakespeare romances.

For each film project, Mr. Whedon uses different tactics; no two works of his are similar. He is not afraid to break boundaries and overstep genres, nor is he afraid to simply do what he wants to do instead of complying with a particular format.

Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along

Blog begins as not much more than a simple, humorous film.

It remains that way for most of its duration, but towards the end, Mr. Whedon takes Dr. Horrible beyond its genre, suddenly and surprisingly giving the simple web-series a more tragic depth.

Although Mr. Whedon dabbles in all genres, his science fiction movies and TV shows, such as Firefly, are out of this world. Firefly brought the rugged feeling of the Wild West to the edges of outer space. The complex characters, charming

dialogue, and amazing storyline left fans begging for more once the show was canceled, which led to the wrap-up movie Serenity.

Mr. Whedon twists and turns clichés and overused plots until they come together to create an entirely new, never-beforeseen story, showcasing his inventive talent.

His tendency to use female heroes—unlike many action shows and films—is seen in most of his works, including Buffy, Dollhouse, The Avengers, Firefly, and Angel. In

productions like Angel and Firefly, where a woman isn’t necessarily the main character, he puts extra focus on supporting female characters, often giving them more depth than he gives to male characters who appear more frequently.

Joss Whedon is among one of the few writers and directors who can create entire stories or add on to existing series while still keeping them fresh, entertaining, and true to their roots. If you haven’t seen any of the films he is involved in, you’re missing out.

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Senior Wills

Senior Wills

Final Will and Testament I, BRITANY AHLERS, of infinite mind and hockey body, do hereby leave the following: Kaya: memphis, all the songs that were stuck in my head, the song ‘Have It All’ by Jeremy Kay because it’s you, ‘mandrew’, hockey fights Ana: the laughter of “ew... don’t do that tortoise”, the song ‘Black in Back’, pre-cal ‘study’ sessions, things said in the car Cat Saig: all the waffles in the universe Kaitlyn: driving skills, best song ever aka ‘Sexy Back’, Ana’s trunk, Luke Bryan, almost dying... on multiple occasions, pre-game stretching on the ice I, SETH ALLEN, of Ginger heritage do hereby leave the following: Curtis Scott: Everything I have ever touched, loved, and cherished at St. Benedict Jared Flynn: my soul and world peace.

I, ANNA ARNOLD, of insane mind and wild body, do hereby leave the following: Jessica Collins: nutella babies, wild trips to wallmart, hair dye, being your ever loving daughter, “I am not Natalie!!!”, and constant asking for fashion advice Mary Buchhloz: midnight cookies, ice cream monsters that need to be destroyed, lamb chops, kittens, bribing my way into your house with Popey’s Amanda Melvin: cuddles, awkward conversations in your car, the best hugs, stealing your food in college, that time I told you I signed us up to work at a haunted house, wiccans this summer, the hate poem I wrote for history day Rachel Paduck: kidnapping buddies, constant insults, jake’s bear hugs, almost killing us in a go kart in 4th grade, all of my grammar and spelling mistakes Alex Garry: ‘mortals’, constant writer and artist obsessing, that one white hair, the story we never wrote, singing ‘let it go’ while we were half asleep on the hood of your car cloud watching My messed up family: being the daughter of Hera and Hades, “mommy!!!!!!”

Malachi: the right to put Lee in his place, the stop sign, conversations in lunch, the first time you met Jake Ragan: gas pedal, gas pedal Carter: the 10 years I took off your life, the white van on the side of the road Poetry club: insanity, may it haunt your nightmares Mr Allen: the itchy wig in your class room Mrs Rush: the paper towels I kept forgetting Saint Benedict High School: my little brother Lee (good luck) I, MICHAIH LEY BAYANI, of complicated mind and exhausted body, do hereby leave the following: Britany Ahlers: the ice house, indescribable selfies, our dad’s weirdness, ketchup, and my phone Laura (Lala) Cardona: the smell of your house, leg bicycling, The Vampire Diaries, Awkward, Teen Wolf, Cher Lloyd, car brakes, Colombian chocolate, Mickey Mouse pancakes, my sister, your laughs, Icing on the Lake, Picture Perfect, exam study sessions, and NBBF Michelle (Cece) Boongaling: Meghan, Michael, Gene, Matthew, Elliza, Genesis, Marvin, the Filipino parties, mahjong, Avatar, the beach houses, Icing on the Lake, your birthmark, your blankee, haunted house, marriage, ninja school, princess training, skippy peanut butter, the rocks I threw at you in kindergarten, 5th grade field day shirts, football games, basketball games, Naked Brothers Band, my speech at your debut, Skype calls, bridge builders, scary movies, Frozen, my family, Hello Kitty, Britney Spears, Zoey 101, Val, Amy, Angelica, Laura, Katie, Kyle, Haze from the playground, the bracelets, Five Guys, your melted cellphone, and forever and always our friendship of 17 years <3

ING, of a meditated mind and functioning body, do hereby leave the following: Laura Cardona: skittles, harry potter everything, bridge builders junior summer conference, daily bball talks, 16th rose, 7 years of friendship, and the other half of our brain because you’re probably gonna need it in college Jonathan Boulanger: to sum it up, every moment I have spent with you within the past three years, nothing more, nothing less.

Michaih Bayani: every memory from kindergarten to now, summer vacations, santacruzan, bae conner, filipino parties, las vegas, hairbrush incident, 18th rose, bball cheer, sam’s claps, special olympics bowling, junior/senior bridge builders, shrek 2 the video game, mario party, the $20 you lost, my brother, and 17 years of a weird sisterhood.

I, KAITLYN BRADLEY, of sound mind and body, do hereby leave the following: Jessica: all of our long car rides to school, having to wake up at 5:30 or earlier every morning to make sure we got to school on time, having to go to the school with me really early in the morning when I had to be there early for tutoring sessions, last minute studying in the car on the way to school, being able to just look at each other and just bust out laughing, riding with the windows down, listening to music, and just riding around, locking me out of my car, opening the door, when I turned the child locks on you, all of our Starbucks runs, after school practices at MSSA, supporting me even when it was really cold outside, going to sonic because we found spare change, my hot pink cast, our crippliness, all of walgreens runs, when I fell and all you did was laugh while I bled, our selfies, snapchats, and insta moments, crazy text messages, emoji fights, and blowing up

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each other’s phones “because we got bored”, picking you up and cramming your friends into my car when there was no room so they didn’t have to walk, Monday sonic and bowling tradition with Special Olympics and Christie, your back seat driving, Gucci, most importantly our sisterly love!

Christie: I leave you my sass, riding around in Farah, hanging out after school, Monday bowling, me blowing up your phone, football games, champ, hanging out with Sharitia, riding with the subs, breaking into your car, Nashville trips, taking selfies on your phone and changing the background, Kaitlin: setting off Christie’s car alarm, Timmins’ classes, football games, panicking on I40 in rush hour, Nashville trips, blowing up your phone, LUKE BRYAN! I, MORGAN PATRICIA SHEA BRYANT, of sound mind and comfortable body, do hereby leave the following: Jackson Parks Schaaf: FROZEN!!, my bear hat! #feartheblackbear, all of our movie marathons, “raw raw raw raw”, oodles, my hilarious sayings, and my heart <3 Emily Claire Curran: Tangled, SS, angel wings, baked goods, tennis camp, freshman volleyball, volleyball ballerina practices, girl scout cookie birthday presents, fly away birthday balloons, skype calls, biology study partners, and page long birthday cards Mackenzie Wright Schaaf: My visits (even though you hate them), “raw raw raw raw raw”, me standing in front of the door to your room, our talks (even though I do most of the talking), and you keeping me calm while bowling.

Mikayla: Alyakim!! My 8 of many pages note!, our trips to Arkansas, my ghost adventures, our boy talks with your mom, your ghosts in your house, your obsession over Travis Barker and Chef Ramsey, and the WOP!! (Hotter than a baby in a microwave!!)

Natalie Sowell: Eilatan!!

Our theater days! Our trips to newks after school.

Kaitlin McFarland: Your parties from middle school,

our bowling days, “you’re so good” (shove), and your loyalty and friendship.

Ragan Michele Young: Our car ride adventures, our hour long conversations in your drive way, and “Ooh CBHS baseball player *in girly voice*” Allie Evans: Our Pitner drivers ed class and our biology class Reese: our smart alic comments, our bowling days, and my older sister responsibilities.

Austin Mills: Our staring competitions (wink wink) Girls Bowling Team: I leave y’all our state title and the many more to come!

Julie Stoll: your corn rows on the bus rides and your amazing school announcements.

Mac: VIP exclusive, open house!

Nicole: My friendship!! And our seniors leadership!

Diggy: my lunches.

Dearman: Your backpack noises.

Buddy!: waves in the hall way.

My freshie: Our matching bear hats, my Mohawk hat, our concession stand fights, the basketball games, and the Gatlinburg trip.

Dr. Hennessy-McDonald: your sophomore biology aka the best biology class ever!!!, and mine and Emily’s music selection during free time I, KATHERINE CAMILLERI, of crazy mind and crazazy body, do hereby leave the following: Scotty: long car rides full of singing and dancing, almost wrecks, after school rants, my 1D, Yonce, and LB CDs, my Harry cardboard cut out lolol, and the legacy of the curly locks Macbaby: my brother’s heart n soul heehee;) Jack: the future of SBAizzle Dani: horrifying snapchats, out of town adventures, Collierville probz, español Boyfriend, your nun pics, whose fingers are those?, all the squirrels in the world, Macbeth video, Marie Antoinette, fun concerts, one of my polo hats, a cardboard cut out of me to keep you company, and being super weird togethz

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Senior Wills Jomie: Marky Mark & the Funky Bunch, bargain huntin and thrift shoppin, hilarious facebook captions, Macbeth video, sweet 16 fun #turnup, “she walks in beautyyy”, VOLDEMORT productions, and the did your brotha die? voice Kirt: superman, rat dissections, top hat, cane, and gloves, a key to my house, Macy even though I’m her favorite;), and all our high school dances:,( KT & M@ddie: Liam and Niall, Marky Mark & the Funky Bunch, good cuddles, Julius Caesar, surprise bday party, football games, and terrible neon freshie pics Theresa: four words: Antigone and Julius Caesar ConnorJ & Steph: mornings in the car, “Shake that”, tassels, and the event that shall not be named...

Grace: One Direction, paintballs, and sweepstakes heehee Thomas: being a Zayn look-alike lol, oreo shakes, and holiday adventures in the creek JonJon & Patricia: the incident in junior year english......

Zoë: the count down:), my senior night story, and SBDT struggles AJ: candy corn, the Brash talks, sophomore year, WOP, One Tree Hill and my Nathan Scott<3 AJ & Mike: the cradle

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I, CAYE CAPARAS, of chronic hiccups and addiction to apples, hereby leave the following: Theatre Babes - I leave with you my fog machine (but not really, only in spirit).

1st Period Digital Film - I give you tea and my extensive knowledge of Classic Hollywood and movie musicals.

Drew, I give you the Disney marathon we never got to do.

Adam Johnson - You may have my talent that is, in your eyes, nonexistent.

Caroline King - I give to you the crew neck sweater I don’t have, And French bulldog and moose facts.

Schween - You may have all the Starbucks and hugs your heart desires.

Amanda - You too may have Starbucks and my Filipino accent.

Harley Chapman - I give you the gift of the rest of your high school life without me flicking your sun burns.

Lauroncé - Half of my expired turkey bacon.

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Maria and Arielle - Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Status over SBA Tia - I give my eye selfies, alphabet harmonies, allergies, FaceTime calls, Twix bars, empty text bubbles, and my Nanay. #kawaii icial title as my favorite freshman and all the ballet lifts.

J-Flynn - I’m giving you my soul. You should be receiving it within a fortnight. Please don’t sell it. If you do I at least want 25% of the money you make.

Mr. Epley - You can have all the pizzahs and lattes.

Brashier - My first FIRST name Giullian and ownership over SBA. Jazz and Soul band - I leave my insignificant legacy in your hands.

Mo(nikki) a Shah - I give to you Hans, Laura Osnes, the role of Matilda Wormwood on Broadway, rants, social justice, precious memories of sophomore year lunch, the Triumphant Trio banana, and every right to ironically say the words “yolo,” “omg,” and “OBV.” Rachel Hofer - I give unto thee the French Revolution, the Triumphant Trio banana and Octagon, delicious scents of coffee, misleading black and white filtered videos, and intense food cravings.

Kayla Willy - You can have all the corn nuggets. “WANT ONE?!” But in return I want my Sprite. I just want my Sprite.

Sydney - With honor I give to you the Cydney Theatre and all the time and hard work you ever spent working the musicals back.

Kate Walsh, with great pleasure, I give you a bunch of mix CDs.

Mr. Valadie

Mareng, take the beatbox birthday grams, Chipotle, and Gheatre Tang.

CQuisty - I take back the NyQuil and 5 Hour Energy I made you take.

To the rest of SBA, I already gave Jared my soul so I guess you guys can take whatever else I have.

I, LAURA CARDONA, of sassy mind and dazzling body, do hereby leave the following: Michelle: my left brain and poor hippocampus, youtubers, HP, winning field day, what Ms. Brown said, .08, cobalt, love triangle obsessions, BN dates, skittles, 6th grade recess Kaya: that corner of your room, trampoline selfies, our “I Swear” handshake, carpooling, TV show talks, NBBF fo lyfe Devin: sassyland, relatable screenshots, yoga, slow dances with Tyler, cramped legs after crafts, the ability to correctly paint nails Bre: Tom, overseas adventures, that one groupchat where only one thing is talked about, “My Dad works in an office”, romantic trips to the microwave Jessie: playdoh food, popular ringtone, my 5th grade jumper, Girlfriend by Avril Lavigne, homemade ice cream, BFF rings, the DQ crew Jackie: ripped high waisted shorts, ATL, british security guard emoji, #fangirlprobz, sprinkler dance moves, expelliarmus!, words with friends, snapchat videos Grace and Nicole: pull-ups, leg bruises, sexy shoulders, ear piercings, adam’s apple, fedoras, tuxedo shirt, my thumb Shannon: my sass and hand

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Chris Edolf: I grant you my passion, to play music in a timely fashion, to enjoy the melodies, and cherish the times, reaching a sense of clarity.

“Lynn”: To Honor And Now Thank, Your Own Understanding, For Owning Reverence, Every Verse, Every Rhyme, Yours. The Hidden Inscription Near, Guess. Loser Or Victor, Eric Can Assert Some Pondering Ehh Right? (See the hidden message? ) JR Jamora: I give you my peace, and at the very least, keeping things chill, managing band class, keeping it real, it’s been a blast.

I, CAITY COLTER, of confused mind, do hereby leave the following: Logan Totty: trains and future adventures Mikayla Lawrence: that child’s snowman and those paintball guns Samantha Pilcher: all of my tears and The Green Mile Jared Flynn: All of those As-

tronomy jokes about Uranus Kristina Dawn Yancy: my middle name Algebra 3: all of the tears The Green Mile didn’t take Mrs. Kaplan: all my love I, EMILY CLAIRE CURRAN, of sound mind and rockin’ body do hereby leave the following: Morgan Bryant: “love you mostest”, SS, biology study sessions, “angel wings”, Tangled, Skype calls, the third eye, freshman year lunches, cupcakes and brownies, baked goods in general, “I have no knees!!!!”, breakfast of champions, that time you fell chasing my dog, gummy bears and good music taste.

Allie Evans: the way I say ‘Lauren’, biology dissections, my iPod (just kidding), my new truck, nightly FaceTime calls, amazing presents, food runs in the summer, my constant rambling, the trash I leave in your car, morning conversations, my basketball skills, “angel wings”, subtweets, peach sweet tea, surprises, our beautiful pictures, and any jackets I’ve stolen from you.

Mac Schaaf: my lacrosse talent, Genghis Grill, Menchies, tons of adventures, my music taste, rants, and the friend zone.

Kelsey Kiernozek: the best 3 classes in a row, our multiple

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Joseph Pearlman John Vassallo A. J. Sturdivant Hailey Warriner Jessa Sudduth Marisa Loeffel Peter Zaleski Elle Milburn Ellen Matthews Kevin Rotzoll Kirt Jenkins

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Northeast Mississippi College Emily Shelton

Florida Keys College Brittany Phillips

Southwest Tennessee Mac Schaaf Kaitlyn Bradley Morgan Bryant

Auburn University Austen Graves Loyola Hugh Lynch Delta State University Alexandra Hamm

University of Arkansas at Little Rock Emily Summers Oklahoma State Colin Kegel

Middle Tennessee State Cassidy Jackson Paige Taylor Santa Monica Community College Sarah Brannon Murray State Rosa Martinez Dacia Williams Mid South College Daniel Smith

Sewanee University of the South Mary Hannah Giddens

Millsaps College Lucy Kaplan Lexi Wade

University of Illinois Andrew Lee

University of Oklahoma Rachael Cummings

Centre College Daniel Sweat

University of Arkansas Matthew Sena Danielle Verhaak Olivia Turner Grace Davis Caroline Vaught Alanna Oliphant

University of Eastern Illinois Grace Summers University of Illinois at Chicago Michelle Farler Michelle Boongaling

University of Nebraska Laura Meagher

Saint Louis University Pauline Cabe

University of Notre Dame Kristin Fabian

University of Missouri Henry Evetts

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divorces, and “most likely to brighten my day”.

Savannah Boettcher: lovely conversations, my infiltration of the newspaper room, and my tan I, GRACE DAVIS, of hopeful mind and sound body, do hereby leave the following: Hugh Lynch: awkward freshmen encounters, prom one and two, levitt shell, music fest, all my nicknames, friday night pizza nights, wanderlust, fourth of july at Pickwick, MGMT concerts, the best summer and spring break ever, all your support, and the best years of my life with my best friend and more to come.

Lexie Schwab: parties with Clifford, Marge and June, the hope you don’t develop skin cancer, and Chip.

Emily Gillenwater, Lizzie Ryan, and Jacob Lawrence: WFF and tiger power

Team: The day we had to eat baby food, chocolate, and radishes 2011 JV Volleyball Team: The day we found out we were in a tournament at Bolton the day of and had to find jerseys and rides.

Catherine Wylie: Falling into a ditch while getting out of the car at Madeline’s house for her birthday, flipping the wheel chair at the Special Olympics Meredith and Catherine Wylie: Picking me up every morning sophomore year by the gym I, AUSTIN ESTES, of lackadaisical mind and lanky body, leave the following: Sarah McMahon: My racing strips, my laziness, all the times I had to watch grey’s anatomy, the Cheshire Cat, all the great times I’ve had with you, and my loveee Ethan McCrory: The TROPICS, all my Eminem songs, Netflix, and all those times me you and layne would all hangout.

Grant King: Also leave you apart of the Tropics, all those trips to guitar center, and all my senioritis.

Senior Wills teries we have ever solved on grade school football fields, one sleepless night filled with bored games and sleep talking, the first episode of H2O, all the aliens in Area 51, many summers full of swimming, constant complaining about science, one episode of Nerd Talk, a million “Funny Moments”, a promise for a sisterhood that will last forever Michelle Murphy: eleven years of dancing, a bug on a table, constant stress, lots of cake Alex Garry: memories of the craziest science class I have ever been in, a surprise 16th Birthday Party, dozens of poems and stories, Rock Band on the Wii, “Let It Go” from Frozen Lunch Table Group: every college conversation that took a completely wrong turn, Jack and Daniel’s etymology study sessions, our high volume that drove everyone around us away, all the seats we had to add to have enough room Mrs. Rush and Mr. Koziel: what’s left of my sanity, a broken down mousetrap car, my bio plant that never grew, the one 96 I got on a chemistry test, all the A’s I’ll get in college because of you Jake McClure: countless chemistry questions and study sessions, a batch of element cookies, lots of theatre memories Matt Peeney: junior prom, summer band memories, a drive down Tickle Meghan, Malory, Bailey, Tia, Dalton: Chemistry laughs and

stress, Acting I, Disney and Harry Potter Sarah Kutas: the weirdest Pre-Cal class ever, my defective seat Coach Valle’s 8th Period: lots of laughs, Jacob’s impersonations, Kyle’s random singing, a reminder to always “Play the Game” I, MONICA FILLION, of brilliant mind and staggering body, do hereby leave the following: The bowling team: funky town, finally getting rings, screaming “30” at state, elevator parties, “state chunkers,” the year we were stuck on the bus for 2 extra hours, Mac finally singing to me, and I almost made all of you cry after state Madeleine Stanfield: rock slides, Lamar Mississippi, snow days, the cemetery and church parking lot, selfies, bonding, long drives, boring nights, my passenger seat, Taco Bell breakfast, Concord Cove, Jerry’s, I am not amused, our rants, my tire pressure, the Walgreen’s bathroom, an eye lash curler, and for the record you are always right Nicole Harty: my little sister, Coach Wells’ beard, the tears after our last bus ride, our BOP adventure, one of the best moments on my life, my AMAZING SAA line up, and a lot of

luck to you and the rest of the girls next year Veronica Fillion: not my closet, or my bedroom, or my car, but you can have mom and dad, all my babysitting jobs, all our long drives, my advice, the family name at bowling, my uniforms and text books, and all my love and best wishes for the next three years Spencer Smith: your green messages that we had to take out of our group text, your SAA prom date A u s t i n Mills: 2 AM

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I, ALEX GARRY, of creative mind and clumsy body, do hereby leave the following: Amanda Melvin: “Onii~Chan,” my new iPhone, stupid faces, too many nickI, HALLIE DUNHAM, of names to count & “are you unique mind and trusting body, guys still dating?” do hereby leave the following: Rachel Paduck: “Twinnie,” Ms. Burke and Ms. Sanders: my iPad (with bookworm), The next six years with Lily, goose noises, plots of world Andy, and Jake domination & my half of the Mrs. Rush: Your favorite moon.

Honors Biology class, throwTara Van Cleave: “Spite Buding parties all the time, Mary I, TERESA FERRANTE, dy,” Sick Puppies CDs, plot of Disney mind and Princess Jane Hedden summaries for all my books, Danielle VerHaak: Car pool- body, do hereby leave the folconversations about how aweing freshman and sophomore lowing: some your horse is & shared year with Amanda, the ugly Joseph Ferrante: my Yamaha unpopular opinions. red scarf in her car, riding with piano, a Mocha Cookie CrumAndrew Wadovick: “Clone/ ble Frappuccino, all the pointLayne and Abby. the Original,” multiple ideas Jazmin Bernal: Throwing less arguments we have ever for novels we have yet to write, had, complete responsibility your surprise birthday party “BOMB-OM ON MY SIDE,” of Nicholas Michael Ferrante freshman year with Caroline the boomerang controversy & 2010 Freshman Volleyball Gabbie Green: all the myscastle clearout.

Anna Arnold: “Flair” & spending a whole class period drawing thumbs only to realize that our thumbs are different in every way shape and form and therefore cannot be used as references.

Emily Curran: “You mean to tell me you had two bags of Skittles, a box of Sour Patch Kids, a handful of peanut M&M’s, a package of Mike n Ike’s, and two bags of Reese’s minis just sitting in your backpack!?”

“Did you buy the WHOLE snack machine!?” & “You’re not gonna eat all that candy by yourself, right? Pass me some of that!”

Jessi and Emily: Mr. Philips’ freshman theo class.

Gabbie, Teresa, Josh, Emily and Amanda S: Physical Science Honors, Mythbusters “you’re stupid” & “shark in the water!”

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noises, making disgruntled faces at our paintings, facepalms & mental instability.

To anyone who’s ever been lucky enough to be in my presence for an extended period of time: random quotes from Spoungebob & The Emperor’s New Groove.

To the after-school group: fitting 12 people into one car & Dinodragons.

I, JACQUELINE GLOVER, of sound mind and body, do hereby leave the following: Ashley: French 5 Madame West: The French Club SBA: You just lost the game.

I, GABBIE GREEN, of hyperactive mind and sluggish body, do hereby leave the following: Abbie Cambre: a boot, shelter on rainy days, adventures, steel abs Daryn Gohil: jokes, headbands, walking buddies after 2nd period, THE MALL Mary Ornosky: PDA hugs, solutions to boy probs, puppy days Hattie Ruleman: K-pop bands, trying to figure out why guys like Dragon Age, your adorable style Sam Ruleman: *insert crazy stare offs at lunch* Brandon Golladay: sass, Lots and lots of sass Catherine May: rain clouds, zombies with creepy smiles, tshirt buddies, bus buddy, hunger games runs…

Jessica Morrison: confession time with ice cream, frozen sing-a-longs, 15 minutes of gazelle time Meghan Morrison: antiinjury potion, those months I didn’t know you were a twin Emily Reber: cheerleaders, Almost Lover, Rangers Harley Chapman: Misha Collins, Supernatural Meghan Brino and Michael Mendez: the conversation outside of Wal*Mart Mallory Barbier: gang symbols forever, everything Harry Potter, obviously Bianca and Alyssa: adorable smiles, never figuring out where my name is coming from in the hall Freshman Year 6th Period Physical Science Class: mousetrap cars, projectile markers, science videos that never were graded, jolly ranchers Mayson, Jenny, Michelle, Anna: those conversations that lasted hours after practice James Duffley: rides to the court house, schemes to set you up with a prom date, lunch conversations Teresa Ferrante: Sharks, Dis-

ney, 1971 locker, dangerous hallways, It’s a Small World, Sprite Parties, one-sentenceswitchup stories, Ding Dongs, Goldfish Michelle Murphy: impossible essay topics, always being stylish, NOLA Nikki Shah: Scary Mary’s cats Kayla Williamson and Rachel Smith: Spongebob Betty Jessi Hawes: glitter/glam/ sassy style, looooonng phone conversations, finding my soul mate Freshmen Year at Lunch Juniors: all the people I can’t fully love under 300 words – don’t stop smilin’ Seniors: senior privileges before May! Everyone: nose-boops!

I, RACHEL NICOLE HOFER, of delightful mind and fiery body, do hereby leave the following: Easton Williams: Cards Against Humanity, a framed picture of Steph, handcuffs, physics homework that IS due tomorrow, the perfect pineapple lamp, a very boring physics class starting May 7 Cassandra Carrasco: Our mannequins,”Wait.

What scene is next?” every successful scene change Gabby Velasquez: Gym dance fights, general sassiness, one last teary-eyed look Schween: *points at you* “HEEEYYYYYY!” Johnson: All of my safety pins, fat suit hugs Bailey: Netflix cuddling, an arrow in your fence, nerf fights Savvy: all of my wisdom, hair hugs Steph: Starbucks calculus cramming, wrecking balls, face mask and simba selfies, enough pineapples to take down Dole, questions during stats tests, assassinating Reagan, squeezy apple sauce, Sally Caye: Apples, my morning coffee, mustache days of the week (especially Frenchmen Friday), the Triumphant Trio banana, 15 likes, Gryffindor Gold Luckie: Risk parties, delicious music recommendations, delightful indie movies, driving your butt everywhere, ALL the food, getting lost every time I go to your house Newspaper: words that can’t be published, newsprint blackened hands, the group text, my graphic design skills, the best of luck in rebuilding staff next year The Fab Five: Homecoming, disposable camera pictures, the kid and the cat, Kroger, our signature pose, lakehouse memories, the ice cream ball, our sleeping arrangement,

cooking dinner while the floor is lava, ugly sleeping pictures, late night talks, the remnants of my sanity Nikki Shah: The best step family ever, Harvey, flour fights, eighth period chats Sydney: Starbucks runs, a lifetime supply of mac n’ cheese, pyromania, sledgehammering during gov, Syd and Hofer take Europe 2014-2015 Kayla: washing trees, the hobo caboose, walking a mile for bacon, “Here’s your pan.

Here’s your frog.”

Smithie: our prom dress, lazy, Harry Potter premieres, our seats in the library The Blonde Joke: D.C., alarm clocks, pregnancy cakes, unicorn cakes, ugly suns, Snoop Dogg, Katy Perry, the Justin Bieber milk carton incident, Lilly and the Crystal, Oswald, seran wrap, my great taste in t-shirts Mr. Koziel: three years of complaining, “become poet,” post AP Chem exam tears, answering questions with complete lack of conviction?

I, KIRT JENKINS, of minimally small like kinda small but small enough mind and huge just out of this world body do hereby leave the following: Matthew: a pen Nesto: money, girls, Alan from the hangover, superpowers, cars Noah: my mom and errything else Jeremy: my standing cradle and a small fraction of super powers The wrestling team: your mom Trace: my skills on the mat kids in the hall: awkward stares The library: cheese..and LARPing Sophomore year lunch: lunch room survivor(I’m breaking rule numbers 1-3) IDOEN curr Aj: a bag of good looks..QB Tesa: flowers, butterflies, sunshine, and everything happy Peter: me..as a roommate for the next four years...gon be a good time!

Manson: 126. 132. Out! random people: random stuff people: stuff Kirt: my good looks, my sense of humor, my strength, my friends (if I had any) Katherine C: some things Patrick: our random drives Layne: Braxton Braxton: chipotle, fruit fights, the frog, Layne..

Lauren: my car Coach wells: PG haha yea you know Anyone I forgot: anything I forgot to leave

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Many teachers at SBA have their very own catch phrases. See if you can match the phrase to the teacher!

A) “So there I was...”

B) “Be safe! Make good choices!”

C) “Play the game.”

D) “Wassup!”

E) “Greetings and salutations, my very good friends.”

F) “Your argument is central.”

G) “Hey!” H) “True.”

I) “This one is going to separate the men from the boys.”

G) “Scholars” (A) Coach Wells (B) Ms. Burk (C) Coach Valle (D) Mr. Braisher (E) Mr. Allen (F) Mrs. Zeanah (G) Mrs. Cassady (H) Mr. Bradley (I) Mrs. Rush (G)Mr. Jim Williams

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I, DEVIN JEWELL, of sassy mind and midget body, do hereby leave the following: Hailey Warriner: Paris, Waffle House, Opening DQ, Kamp Kiwani, All the adventures and messes made in your mom’s car, 1st Period Brashier, Irresponsibly spending money, All my craft paints, 16 & and counting years of friendship Breanna Pollet: Stalking your future BF at Putt-Putt, Kix on Beale, Louis getting trapped by his seatbelt, Morning talks in the car, Falling asleep in the sun and getting burnt, Free t-shirts, All the boys you’ve ever dated (smh), Koziel’s and Kirk’s classes Laura Cardona: Sassiness, Coach Valle’s class, My hipster life, Your first Memphis game, Coach Kirk’s class, Starting our friendship at DQ, My pink peplum shirt, Attempting jumping pictures at the beach, A 5 on the AP exam, “Story of My Life” Lexee Schell: Spray hand sanitizer, “Do You Wanna Build A Snowman”, Pillow Cases (just in case), Brad and Colin, Invisilign in the Whataburger trash, Ignorance-free talks, Robin, Emoji faces Colin Jewell: All of Mom and Dad’s attention, Nugget, My

Rodney Carney poster, Memphis basketball games, My good grades (lol) Shayla Gaffney and Dominica Angotti: Our mothers, Spring break, Harassing the boy at Blue Mountain Beach Creamery, “Where’s the Knife?” Spice Girls & Bastie Boys Julie Stoll: Dave Ramsey, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”, Get Money credit card, Our Forensic Science crime scene Coach Valle: The Chick Fil A that never came, American Horror Story, 1st period Theology, Half of my sassiness Mr. Brashier: Naps in 1st period, Broken plants, Morning talks with Coach Valle, The best Theology class ever, The other half of my sassiness I, GABBIE JOHNSON, of sound mind and body, do hereby leave the following: Simon Montgomery: My amazing SBA experience Briona Wrushen: A thousand heys for the times I wont see you next year :( Jared Thomas: Every single chocolate chip cookie you’ve offered me Bryanna Hall: All my sassy comments that are said with

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love Britney Bost: All my Pre-Cal notes and also a few sassy comments I, CONNOR JONES, of sassy mind and hungry body, do hereby leave the following: Caroline Raulston: our afternoon car rides, my beautiful car concerts, “Connie goes driving”, the animal cracker incident, almost getting in wrecks, no cops no stops, #blessed Hayden Jones: that time I left you at school, “Connie goes driving”, “is this the brake?”, “I’m never going the legal way again”, tip toe through the tulips, “yes I found a snack”, its Jiffy right Stephanie: twin sightings, fitness yoga, spirit fingers, smoothie king, being awkwardly early everywhere, morning car talks, autocorrect awkwardness, door holding Patrick Graham: curb killers, deep love of all cats everywhere, “k bye”, firework mishaps, birthday cards, all my laundry Andrew Raffanti: “I pray for you”, chokeholds and all other wrestling moves learned this year, geometry riddles, our car rides and songs that make ya feel SEARCH family: WFF, tissues, amazing CDs, and all my love Katherine Camilleri: the Indian woman, soul sisters, morning car time, Starbucks awkwardness, 16th birthday parties, “it was my flip flop” Morgan Patrick: me for the next four years Austen & Harley: baby cows, eat more chicken, mama cow’s love Dominica, Grace, Emily & Amanda: all the minions, intense love of pugs, not enough bathroom breaks, SEARCH CDs on replay Danielle V: pony mama, birthday songs

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Nick M: breakups with your girlfriend, my undeniable love Michael McGuire: you owe me $80…

Spencer Smith: taco bell, hashtag, emotional abuse A.J., Jacob, Michael, Kirt: the Eagle Gang, many successful hits, the incident…

Katherine Migliaccio & Kaitlin Haynes: the Dream Team forever Boys Soccer: penguin blankets, questionable stats, lots of water …because you’re all thirsty, many victories under the leadership of the bald one Jack Visca: the penguin blanket, the role of team mom Jonah: all the ladies of SBA

Dr. Hennessey-McDonald: I’m just using this space to say I’m adding you on Facebook the moment I leave Hope church. Prepare for an unfunny joke straight to your news feed roughly 75 times a day.

Mrs. Kaplan: I’m going to miss being able to bug you at my convenience and crash teacher’s lunches. I can only hope you make it okay without me.

Sam Kaplan: I leave you my legacy. Go out and make sure everyone knows you’re different from me. All the awesome stuff you have going for you is because you rock. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

I, LUCY KAPLAN, of deteriorating mind and shapeshifting dragon body, do hereby leave the following: Lauren James: Justice CDs, ice cream dates, and pep talks forever.

Jake McClure: being horrendous at LA Noire, midday drives through Orange Mound, and pushing up my glasses.

Daniel Morris: the partition, Kañye West, and the memory of that one time you let me win at Mario Kart.

Kirkland Schuler: an unflattering selfie whenever you need it, $$$ SELF-CARE GAME TOO STRONG $$$ Gabby Velasquez: quietly acknowledging each other’s super-elaborate fanfiction.

That’s all that needs to be said.

Grayson Golightly: sneaking me into musicals, texting every Monday night, and calling the results of every Drag Race.

Mrs. Giles: I’m coming back and I am having that pep talk rally. Do not think that idea is dead.

Mr. Bilbrey: I will be back, and I will be hijacking a pep rally. Watch out.

Mr. Allen: I’m just using this space to let you know that I’m calling you Pearson for the rest of my life.

I, LUCKIE KROG, of questionable mind and extraordinary body, do hereby leave the following: Malachi: Any sass I left lying around the theater department Nice Daniel: All of my love forever and my raucous laughter following every single one of your jokes.

Eric Castro: My affection.

Pleasant after school conversations about life.

Hannah Jones: Fun times at DYC, being a TIM, and the role of SBA theatre’s golden egg.

Zoe Thompson: All my love, future Marches for life, and great prom nights to come.

And Jake.

Rachel Hofer: Our musical kinship and Pandora station suggestions. All the wonderful road trip music sessions.

The glory of our Risk parties.

Random moments of heart-toheart that can only be shared by two non-friends. The Dixon.

Kayla Williamson: squeeeeegeeeee.

Nikki Shah: my admiration Ben: Sitting together at rehearsals and Realm of the Mad God. Spread the cult, my friend.

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Road trips to Walmart with a box of Domino’s pizza. Domino’s pizza. Daily threats to fight you. After school dance parties. Hanging out with your mom more than she probably wanted us to. Baking inappropriately shaped cookies the first time you came to my house. Late night scrabble games. Our love for Nice Daniel.

Gabby Velasquez: Wonderful conversations about the beauty of Jane Austen and books in general. Two semesters of Shakespeare.

Kirkland: Any precal wisdom I might have had. Dr. Bradley.

Gabbie Johnson: Four years worth of memories, friendship, and theology study sessions. And a certain poem written in Mrs. Sanders freshman English class.

Mark Hartmann: The dozens of after school conversations that I actually kind of enjoyed.

Amanda Slade: Nikita!

John Prascak: Memories of our dysfunctional Shakespeare alliance.

Chris Champion: Weird conversations about “ladies” and warm hugs.

Eva: Our after-school chats and the trip to and from DC Mean Daniel: Swag JR: Last minute physics tutoring sessions and late night facebook conversations Mrs. Kaplan: Our enduring love for Call the Midwife Mrs. Seboldt: My first ever copy of If You Give a Woman a Book Mrs. Rotty: Our amazing chapel and all the time spent in it.

And Benedicteens!

Tyler: Our fun new friendship and all those cookies I helped you sell.

Piper: You know what I’m leaving you *wink wink* Tabor: Rides home with your grandmother and semi- bonding moments Kristin: Sitting in the invisible pew and noodle hockey.

Nuff said.

Pauline Cabe: Beautiful memories of our chemistry class, great conversations about our lives, and the eternal struggle that is physics.

Rachel Smith: that one class.

My Shakespeare class: The hilarious insanity that is our teacher S B A : Four years worth of life changing, and at times, mortifying moments. Memories of football games, pep rallies, and talent shows that filled me with joy. Years of an education I wouldn’t trade for anything.

Friendships formed, strengthened, and lost with people I will always remember. Years of club memberships and staying here until ten o’clock for various events. And, of course, all of my love.

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I, JACOB LAWRENCE, of slaw mind and rocking body, do here by leave the following: Cole Richards: I leave you every squat rack in the school and a bottle of baby powder.

Brett Czech: I leave you with ‘YOU SCHEMIN BRUH?!?”.

Hayes Denney: I leave you every Elton John song ever recorded.

Dalton Lowrie: I leave you every Bad NFL Lip Reading quote.

Tyler Culpepper: I leave you my baseball locker, bunnies, and bus check-fests.

T.J: I leave you “Hello, Hello”.

Dale: I leave you a retweet and a fav.

Trey Urban: I leave you “Waves for Days” and your name Chintreyvion.

Ryne Dennis: I leave you “Lebron James” and “Samuel L. Jackson”.

Joey Magnifico: I leave you the sleeve gang.

Lizzie Ryan: I leave you every “Real” good moment we had at SEARCH. Coach Valle: I leave you me and Kyle’s duets and fire dance moves.

Coach Jordan: I wish you the best of luck in your pursuit of being bigger than me, it wont

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Coach Heinz: I leave you every David Eckstein quote, also, I’d like to leave you a full sized Teddy Roosevelt Statue.

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I, MIKAYLA LAWRENCE, of punk rock mind and dancing body, do hereby leave the following: Kristen Yancy: Ghost stories and memories, ghost friends, all of the concert tickets I’ve ordered in advance, half of my band merch, Chef Ramsay, my comfy sweaters and sweatshirts, my mugs, Destin vacation spot and the noisy guys next door, my starbuck’s recipes, my ability to get to the barricade, Kaitlin, our late night talks, the thunderstorms, all of the dumb accents, nicknames, and insults, my video games & my xbox, joint custody (with Kaitlin) of my tumblr, Gerard Way, Bert McCracken, cooking recipes, warped tour tickets, my longboard & the memories that went with it Kaitlin Rogers: The birthday presents I never gave you, my camera, the other half of my band merch, my CDs, those hippy pants, all of the puppies, Kristen, DIY crafts, my candles, joint custody (with Kristen) of my tumblr, the lunch table memories, OffCampus lunch memories, our selfies, my witty comebacks and jokes, warped tour tickets, all of the pizza, the cooking & baking recipes, nail polish, Mikaitlin Morgan Bryant: Every one of my dumb puns, the multi-colored notes I’ve been writing you, all of my colored paper, ghost adventures, that guy from magic springs, my Disney movies Mac Schaaf: The curling memories Caity Colter: All of the white clothes, the paintball gun that I may or may not have given you back, that kid’s snowman, all of the dumb vines, all of the time we spent watching dumb vines, all of the movies, my ADHD Samantha Pilcher: Taco bell adventures, Johnny Depp, all of the hair dye that I never trusted you with previously, the Ash Tree, all of our personal finance memories Drew Roberson: All of my music, our friendship and our fabulous memories Easton Williams: The kids from Spanish class that I’ve been hiding all of this time John Prascak: Joint custody of the kids from Spanish class, my music collection SBA Faculty: My 500 lb backpack The rest of SBA: My killer jokes and beautiful face

I feel so lucky to have been able to work with this senior class! You guys made such an impact on me and this school during your time here and it will be very hard for me to forget you all. I can’t believe that your senior year is already coming to an end and it is going to be hard to say goodbye to all of you.

Because of you all, my job was gratifying everyday and I looked forward to coming to work. I truly hope all of you can find that happiness

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in your future careers. Whether you were in my class, at the basketball games, played in the Talon League, won in the Powderpuff game, or simply introduced yourself to me, I am grateful to have worked with you and am a better person because of it.

As I look at the “Senior Board” from time to time, I am so excited to see all the different places you will go.

That board is a statement to the dedication that this class possesses and I know I don’t only speak for myself when I say how proud I am to have taught you. When I look at that

board I am also reminded of how quiet things will be when y’all leave. I won’t have any random birthday shout outs, or “It’s a girl” signs given to me on a daily basis and my blood pressure will probably get back down to normal, but this is all so bittersweet!

I will never forget Hunter Story’s over-affectionate personality; Grey Peevey’s “leadership” at basketball games; Brooke Deason’s laugh ruining every story she tried to tell me; Elle Millburn’s antics, EVERY SINGLE DAY; and Katherine Camilleri and Jacob Lawrence’s northern accents.

From my first day until this moment, you guys have impressed and entertained me. I will never forget your humor, brilliance, open-mindedness, and the overall respect you guys have for each other.

I cannot wait to see what paths you all take and I am confident that you will all do great, whatever you choose.

So remember, chase happiness, not wealth, and respect others as well as yourselves.

Meet new people but never forget the important ones and always remember to “play the game”, because it’s pretty awesome most of the time!

I, ABBEY MCCRORY, of clever mind and dancer body, do herby leave the following: Ethan McCrory: The Squeaker pie, Morning car rides DJed by you, Moms breakfast, cookies, and finally being the best McCrory at SBA. Sarah McMahon: I leave you the nickname rah, an empty lunch table, Greys Anatomy on spring break, and cell phone miracles.

The 2013 SBDT: I leave you my love, Jenny from the block, Awesome after practice prayers, all the tables the Madeline, Stephanie and I did, Shandon practices, and CORN ROWS. To any of Ethan’s friends it may apply: I leave the guest room.

Micheal Bardos: I leave you and Mrs. Julie a life time supply of brownies of an eternity of Pre Cal tutoring, taco bell runs, and the movie Endless Love (yes the old one).

Grant King: Mary Jane, failing anatomy, our dance at Tiki sneaky, squatting at ATC, and of course Penelope.

and the big Buddha Julie Stoll: those cornrows and my cousin: Allie Denegri Mackenzie Nelson: crazy things that happened in psych and so many interesting bowling practices Julianne Cordera and Veronica Fillion: our freshmen/ senior bonding moments at state Kaitlyn Seaman: that France and Italy trip *nudge nudge*

night hangouts & sleepovers Madison Bond: “that time I almost hit you with a heating iron on accident,” volleyball tournament car rides, Gilmore Girls Lauren Hunter: “your imaginary boyfriend,” car vent sessions with Emily Meredith Smith: my volleyball managing skills, baking abilities (you’ll need it for volleyball season haha) McKenna Smith & Ashley Prascak: freshman volleyball team kidnapping, dress-up, and Jerry’s

My ENTIRE friend group: Fun times, sitting in my car, my films, great memories, the song “Young Blood” by The Naked And Famous

I, KAITLIN MCFARLAND, of happy mind and weak body, do hereby leave the following: Allie Denegri: awesome car rides and hot chocolate from Starbucks Ragan Young: my amazing parking space and morning Starbucks runs Girls Bowling Team: state title and more awesome years of winning Spencer Smith: funky town Mac Schaaf: super fun bus rides Morgan Bryant: girl scout days (going in circles at camp kawanee), Holy Rosary days, “you’re so good!”, and the 13 years of memories that I can’t fit in here Nicole Harty: car rides to matches when I almost got lost

I, LAURA MEAGHER, of Nebraskan mind and corn-fed body, do hereby leave the following: SBA Varsity volleyball team: all my delicious baked goods, Meredith Smith as your new Student Manager, my lucky blue clipboard, pumpkin-carving team bonding night, my digging & spiking skills, tournament hotel vent sessions, to WIN STATE My 8 chums: CORN, my seasonal parties, my “northern accent,” oregano, late-night swim at Jill’s, New Years, early morning iHop after New Years, Pickwick, mixed CDs, Tobias, Polar Bear Plunge, melk & eggs, AB’s sprinkle lips, my dance moves, family dinners at my house, school-

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I, MICHAEL MCGUIRE, of somewhat sound mind and body, do hereby leave the following: Luke, Peter and Zayrion: I leave the future of SBA soccer.

Curtis Scott: my bowtie.

The Junior class: Lawn chair Friday, before school cook outs, the front row of the bleachers and most importantly the care of the NEST. May you always trash talk CBHS. Rachel Bray: I leave, sour patch kids, all my SBA shirts, the cupcakes at lunch, walking you to every class, dancing in the car, and my last and best 3 months of high school.

I, AMANDA MELVIN, being of chill mind and comfy body, do hereby leave the following: Courtney Melvin: The rest of High School, Friday morning Starbucks runs, silly shenanigans, all of the friends I am leaving behind, “DON’T LOOK AT ME! NOOO!” Malachi Marrero: All around fabulousness, parking lot light poles, the zombies that ate you in my movie.

Alex Garry: Our memories, fun in poetry club, inside jokes, Sophomore year english (where we became friends!), the title of “My Best Friend” Rachel Paduck: Playing with kitten paws, giggles in Madeksho’s class, reading manga, Heechul’s instagram Mr. Madeksho: Freshman and Senior year, mine and Rachel’s giggles, “Of course I’m paying attention…”

Dr. Hennessy-McDonald: Sophomore year Biology (aka the best class ever), the title of “My favorite teacher at SBA”

I, CHRISTIE MOORE, of beautiful mind and uncoordinated body do hereby leave the following: Howard Moore: infinite memories of movie marathons, rolling houses with the cousins, bumping to gospel music with the subs in the dually, and jeep shopping like crazy for a week. NASCAR. Raise Hell, praise Dale, broski.

Kaitlyn Bradley: infinite memories of us driving to get face paint before football games and ice cream after, rocking out to your flawless mix CDs, Sheridah, ugly selfies, and sunny days with Farrah.

Kaitlin McFarland:countless memories of cram studying for Physics, trying to dodge Mattthe-shoe-snatcher, trying to find a movie that Kaitlyn will actually sit through, and sunny days with Farrah.

Matt and Dominick: Countless memories from kickball, the cabin, and seeing just how gullible I can be (this includes me calling Dominick Constantine and believing Matt is actually angry at me for using water bottles because they hurt the environment.)

My lunch table; memories of Matt’s perfect impersonations, Raffanti’s perfect examination of the human conscience, Jessica’s wonderful personality, Eloiza’s bathroom club re-

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cruitment, Gio’s laugh, Mark’s sarcasm, Dom’s giving and taking of community food, and Gabbie’s presence every other week.

Everyone else; my locker, lunch table, and desks I have had over the past 4 years.

I, KATIE MORGAN, of sarcastic mind and short body, do hereby leave the following: Lauren Hunter: my daily rants, all my deadlines, and the front row in yearbook The Tennis Team: Hervey time, Coach B, single laps around the track, snacks, 4 hour long matches, shopping in Atlanta, and clinics with Coach Mike Coach Phil: the Kyle Van Hoeck song and the View Jamie Patterson: splitpic and applebutt jeans <3 Jill Stark: 4 hard working years on SGA, our TV interviews, Bridge Builders, Taylor Swift lyrics and concert videos, and all the nights at your house Emily Mott and Anna Miller: Krystal’s at 3 A.M., stolen cars, and Joey’s Visa My CD’s: 3 great semesters, the 6 best weekends, Alan’s repetitive jokes, Bishop Byrne, long text message, my emotions, my tears, and my heart The Fab Four: the past 6 years, One Direction concerts, summer nights, carpooling to matches, BB of the 901, Redbox movies, snapchats, Osaka, Carol’s bonfire, our countless pictures, and my endless love and friendship Maddie Morgan: my sass, all of the times I’ve made you late, oreo blasts, the media room, the Netflix password, silent drives to school, bubble butt, work days, all 6,475 days we’ve spent together, and my

future spot as maid of honor Jenny McKenzie and Kyle Van Hoeck: the group message, cove talks, and all 96 Nature Valley bars Henry Evetts: summer nights at your house, the Jeffery Dahmer movie, the bus ride to D.C., my cheering at tennis matches, and all of my sarcasm Katherine Camilleri: a royal wedding party, DJ’s crafts, Marky Mark, One Direction pillow cases, cups, and key chains, ice skating, all of my dresses, all of my support, and my open arms whenever you need them My Frands: shrimp sauce and fried rice, New Years, Ouija boards, nights in Pickwick, Baskin Robbins, I’d cap that, ted, #bringbackhenrysmith, sonic, senior homecoming, all of the clothes I’ve never returned, our trip to Oxford, the car club, my demon, Em and Jill’s dancing videos, Michigan planning, a future spot as a bridesmaid, and a never ending friendship I, MAYSON MORRISSETT, of not so sound mind and body, do hereby leave the following: Cross Country Team: the bathroom trail, leadership, memories, shaving cream, 7 a.m. summer runs, and FUN! Track/Distance Crew: initiation rituals, rainy-cold split 500s, BEEF, and dancing!

I, EMILY MOTT, of sarcastic/ honest mind and bronzed body, do hereby leave the following: My Frands: our gm, Pickwick, new years eve, my dancing video, my toothless pictures, the summer of Baskin Robbins, Michigan, the best

Dorm Packing List Quarters First aid kit (fully stocked) Finger/toenail clippers Shower shoes USB thumb drive Duct tape Can opener Hangers Robe Sewing kit Paper towels Keychain Power strip with surge protector Umbrella/rainy day gear 2 to 3 prong adaptor

Charging cords (cell phone, laptop, batteries, camera, iPod…) Batteries Extra storage (under the bed boxes, over the door hangers, etc…)

Mini tool kit Flashlight Water bottle Insulated travel cup Chip clips Extension cord Lint roller Q-tips Tweezers Rubber bands paper clips

Senior Wills years of high school with the best group of friends anyone could ever have and hopefully many more years to come.

Catie Blackwood: My nonexistent Pre-cal homework, a fun time in class without me for three weeks, all of Austen’s properties.

Nicole Harty: My Baskin Robbins legacy and my scooping arm.

AB and Jen: Ke$ha,being your mother for four years, the bestest frandz a gurl could ask for.

ILYSM. H e n r y Evetts: Hen bby, TURTLES, and your sassy pants KT Morgan: The many sneaky things we did together, New years in Pickwick (freezing rain), stealing a car and an identity in one night, our mutual hate of everyone, late night rants, the WFF I experienced because of you Jenny Mckenzie: The Mini Van… Anna Miller: The many tutus we made, French onion dip, our first jobs aka BR, my love of running, #motivated, our amazing b-day parties, the single lyfe 4ever, our tattoo contracts

ballet dancing at homecoming Grace Summers: “What’s under a pony tail?”, watching Frozen twice together, West Virginia, Whitewater rafting Madame West: Four years of great memories, life lessons and interesting stories, France Ashley Marie Evans: French, French “V”, those two weeks without us and just Madame West many France memories, getting tired of each other in Disney and France, choir Junior lunch table: singing Disney songs at the top of our lungs at lunch, sitting outside and on the seal in the foyer Amanda Slade: Me watching a blue bird out the window instead of listening to you, me pretending to listen to you while you talk, always bugging each other, becoming roommates Kirkland Schuler: Dissecting in biology Fourth Period Honors Biology with Mrs. Rush: Parties!!!, learning how to fail a test Mrs. Wells: Three years of choir, making me a better singer, missing every minute of it French IV H 7th Period: Becoming like a family, learning all we need to know about college, confusion, Kate making the class interesting France Trip 2013: Craziness in France, good food, never a dull moment, Tom, Italian bus driver AP Government pod: Mr. Epley, those stupid puzzles, barely making it through, but enjoying every minute of it Friends: All of the great memories we have made together, all of our craziness School: Stress, freaking out about classes, getting three hours of sleep for the first time in my life

Ana Hurler: All those nights you helped me with Geometry, Supernatural, All the Oreos I won’t eat My Lunch Table: Disney discussions, “Metricious,” Etymology cram sessions, The ongoing debate - Oreos vs Nutter Butters

I, ALANNA OLIPHANT, of book loving mind and snazzy body do hereby leave the following: Michael Oliphant: The Holy Grail of English books, and all my other old text books, an extra parking place by the soccer fields Jessica Morrison: “Gazel”, Confession time, Singing Frozen songs before, during, and after practice, Shields up!

Megan Morrison: Discussions about Sherlock at the Y, Lots of memories of painful swim practices, My pair of crutches, Playing with your puppies and cats

I, OLIVIA PARSELS, do hereby leave the following: Elizabeth Nicole Ryan: my whole heart and forever friendship sissy, dingo, Ladarius, rides in Lafonda, easy bake ovens, not 1 but 2 attempts at straightening your hair, sheridans, & Seville.

Kendal Hailey Pearson: Will Cruise, TMI, dill pickle everything, Jarret James, “The Dance”, heart to hearts, Texas De Brazil ;), the guest house, Jimmy Johns, Juno, all my love.

Coach Joe: every ounce of leadership, time, knowledge, dedication, and love youve

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I, ABBEY MUFFOLETTO, of creative mind and inspiring body hereby leave the following: Junior Girls: fun memories and never-ending friendship Kayla Lutz: my love for the sport of cheerleading Sarah Mchannon: good vibes Joey Magnifico and Michael Bardos: endless snapchats (NWTS!) Coach Valle: my Dave Matthews playlist on repeat I, MICHELLE MURPHY, of strong mind and beautiful body, do hereby leave the following: Benjamin Murphy: Three more years without your wonderful sister by your side, being driven to school by Mom, so many wonderful memories to come in High School Teresa Ferrante: Ballet, Bug on Table, Theology with Mr. Phillips Gabbie Green: AP classes, you being so sweet, having fun no matter the circumstances Jackie N. Glover: Baking for French Club, being the ultimate French duo Emily Summers: Watching Frozen endless times, “Let it Go,” being an honorary member of your family for a week,

I, RACHEL PADUCK, of wacky mind and ungraceful body, do hereby leave the following: Sophie: my position as president of Derp Inc., my Steubenville obsession, Chris and Michael (especially Michael) Ben: Meeh, “Stop reading!”

Ashley Marie: French class, Great Gatsby, my chair, water bottle wrapper bracelets Mrs. West: 4 years of great memories, interesting stories, and life advice, merci beaucoup!

Mr. Madeksho: Mine and Amanda’s giggles Amanda M: manga, my paws, laugh attacks, calculator conversations, weird noises, lots of hugs Amanda S: waifu, dancing in wellness freshman year, “It’s squishy,” your yacht and jet ski, “Dry cleaninggg!!!” talking on the phone in the Target bathroom, all the kpop boys ;P Tara: googling things when you’re sad, 13 years of memories, Chen, ~ Alex: twin moments, poetry club, my half of the moon, “Mortals! Peasants! Humans!” commas, being squished in Amanda’s car, “Have you written anything yet?”

Mary: Peeps, worst enemy, poking your cheeks, cats, your cartoons, extendo-mouth, a lifetime supply of my cookies, scones, and macaroni and cheese, The Lord of the Rings (especially Legolas), sleep talking, all the pictures of your cat you’ve sent me My friends: I love you all so much and thank you for putting up with me all these years.

Have a hug. <3

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Senior Wills instilled in me, husk, WWE, hashtags, black sabbath, white headbands, jabronies.

Rayne Dennis: DOGZ, the biggest crush in the world.

Ryne: Toboggan Group...not, HATE. Hayes Denney: selfies w/ your mom.

Benny O’Bryan: ALL THE LOVE IN THE WORLD BAE. Search Fam: every memory, laugh, song, dance, tear, and prayer spent at the most amazing thing Ive ever been a part of. WFF. Coach D: all my love for being a listening ear and constant supporter of me.

Coach Valle: the 19th letter in the alaphabet plus the first three letters of Jacobs last name.

Coach Heinz: Kettle Bell Swings & shared love for ESPN Commercials.

Coach Jordan: LHDC, appreciation of everything youve done for me including being my Christian Leader every day, bench pressing 240lbs 22 times. MY HEART. Mrs. Burke: The Red Sox! And my general obsession with how you are my absolute favorite person in this world.

Mrs. Smith: my thanks for always believing in me and being a best friend when I needed one.

Mrs. Park: my faceplant junior year :) Sarah Mclain: HELEN Softball Team: Keanah :) I, MORGAN PATRICK, of simple mind and complicated body, do hereby leave the following: Kendal Pearson: Harry not Hairy, Will whoever he is, Disney 2013 Lizzie Ryan: Obnoxious laughs, football at practice, my hatred of you, positive attitudes Blake Gerard: The yearbook, rides to spring break, new places you’ve never been, the forgotten cool ranch doritos locos taco, embarrassing stories, and telling them to everyone Paige Murin: rides home, complaints about softball, pinching the middle Emmy Houston: all things artistic, asthma, my speed, fuego The Softball Team: The banner pic, praying for rain, water fight, gassers, foul poles, and all else running Matthew Smith: the back

row, “take pictures of me” Mrs. Ford: a million questions M y SEARCH family: my true self and countless laughs Class of 2014: my love and many memories

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I, JOSEPH PEARLMAN, of strong mind and fast body, leave the following to: Jason Cooper- Hip ups JD Dudek-Fairy flippers Rafantti- Bro nights and daily quotes, coc Ben J- Bro nights and free clothes Coach Kirk- a lacrosse field Cross Country team- Ray Ray, Bridge to Taribithia, Baptisms, Hills , and Neverending Ricky- a truck, hot sauce, long hot summers, shaker bottles, and cut offs Monkey- late night phone calls, trips to the bank, all the donuts in the world, the hulk, trips to the beach, a shoulder to cry on, and a piece of cookie everyday I, ERIN PEEL, of unique mind and “super fast” body, do hereby leave the following: Bae: finding you eating my pb at home, me sitting on the bathroom counter while we have heart to hearts, 7718, all of our MANY basketball memories, teleporting, the cray car ride while floating in Bertha, my house and shower, Mista Cosmo, twinkle, awk lives, ugly selfies, our fondness for Doyle and Coach Gilmore, my hamster dance, killin da club, “ur cool and I respect that” and our wonderful friendship/sisterhood we found at SBA Vicki and Bailey: the Twinkeh voice, our weird jokes, our weirdness in general, MoMo’s smores bars, Halloween junior year, Mexican hot chocolate, all food, and basketball that brought us together Michelle: lol middle school,

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latine class, The Beatles, fruit snacks, BSMF 2013, and always being there for each other The Crew: all of the interesting members of The Crew, ratchetness, El Puerto, when the beat drops, Ms. Rucker, the Granny Rocket, cheese dip and guac, all of the craziness we deal with and Lara. Luv y’all tons.

Trio: y’all my ppl, the majestic Acura on the hilltop, ugly selfies, “OKAI”, Kyles dancing, our 2 person gm, salty, laserbeams, the club, laughing until our stomachs hurt, the chocolate bball, signing ZBB and “They Don’t Know”, gator, and awkward jokes Catherine & Bri: singing in Dr. B’s class, laughing at everything way too loudly, radiating sweaters, the smart board, being best friends with Dr. B, talking in different accents, and making my days even brighter with y’all’s humor and awesome personalities Basketball team: hard work and perseverance, locker room shenanagins, straight face, the Bolton game, the SBEC game, and pregame meals D, Santia, & tstod: QUAD UP, sisterhood, glitter, blue lip gloss, “don’t tell me what to do”, and our ratchet bumpin car rides I, GREY PEEVY, of intelligent mind and smoking body leave the juniors and sophomores nothing at all We, GREY PEEVY and CHRIS PETRILAK, of sound mind and body, officially leave THE NEST to Cole Richards and Cole Peevy.

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With this passing of the torch, we expect their leadership to stand as an enduring mark of St. Benedict pride for years to come.

I, CHRISTOPHER J. PETRILAK, of exhausted mind and breathtaking body, do hereby leave the following: Cole Richards: The uncanny ability to pull off any clothing item no matter what anybody else thinks. Any witty remark that may be said even if it doesn’t concurrently make sense.

Brett Czech: The right to control the speakers whenever present in the locker room. The presidency of the Anti-Toboggan Group. The best handshake known to man https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=V6xLYt265ZM Daniel Vailes: The number “3” The nickname “Veal” Dale Pinasomethingqwat: The Native American ritual book, DAAAAAAAAAALEEE Tyler Culpepper: My unparalleled dancing ability https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=aZglqkCRNt8 The entire baseball team: Bus rides to and from the inferno below. WING SKREET!! The best baseball uniforms on this side of the Mississippi, The best brotherhood in the nation I, BREANNA POLLET, of dynamic mind and short body,

do hereby leave the following: Devin Jewell: Morning talks in the car, hundreds of calls to Kix106, Luke Bryan concerts, New Orleans, the one time in the hallway junior year… you know, trips to Putt Putt, lots of laughter Laura Cardona: Cherries, French class, France, “Allo Papi”, senior year lunch, Mr. Kathman’s class, the one time I texted you to meet in the bathroom… you remember Devin and Laura: our group text, girl’s nights, headbands at the beach, Colombian food, cheese hot chocolate Hailey Warriner: Manager boyfriends, brownie runs, free go carts, unlimited batting, Dillard’s at Christmas Louis Pollet: Three more years, morning drives to school, Starbucks stops, after school gym runs, “Don’t forget your lunch”, “Have a good day, I love you” Kyle Eubanks: Your paranoid conversations about everything that’s anything, always saying hey to me in the hall I, MADISON ROBERTS, of a creative mind and curvy body, do hereby leave the following: Dalton Bailey: off campus lunch at my house, you eat for free!

Morgan Rosas: the PLUS classes for one more year Chandler Rosas: 3 lovely more years of high school!

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Senior Signings

photo by Sharon Masterson

Senior Alex Rittman signs to play football with Maryville College alongside football coaches Tom Brezina, Phillip Valle, Chris Jordan, and Mike David. Alex is also joined by principal Sondra Morris, and family members (left to right) Dandre, Alexis, and Janna.

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Logan Reid signs to wrestle at Lyon College. Logan is joined by (top left to right) Tony Cunavichals, principal Sondra Morris, (bottom left to right) Denise Reid and Steve Reid.

photo by Sharon Masterson

Erika Gavrock signs to play soccer at Christian Brothers University. Erika is joined by (top left to right) Jason Trowbridge, Coach Nick Dressman, principal Sondra Morris, (bottom left to right) Donna Griffin and Denise Trowbridge.

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Michael McGuire signs to play soccer at Belmont Abbey College. Joining Michael is (top left to right) Coach Nick Dressman, principal Sondra Morris, and (bottom left to right) family members Jeff, Donna, and Boomer.

Malachi Marrero: all of our acting 1 insiders and my crazy hyper lunch days!

Bianca Garcia: me always laughing at you in weight training! You know you’ll miss it!

Allison Gebhardt: our insiders about our bfs and weight training fun! Most importantly baseball (you know what I mean) love you!

My lunch table: All of my hyper days SBA: my famous duct tape backpack that I had from 9-11 grade! Never forget it!

To my fellow seniors: WE DID IT! Good luck in college!

We were an amazing class and SBA will always remember us!

I, MAC SCHAAF, of 1% mind and 99% body, do hereby leave the following: Jack Schaaf: The Smelly Truck, and gum balls in the yard.

Matthew Ellis: Narwals Kirkland Schuler: The amazing jobs in the plays, and your singing at lunch.

Allie Evans: Hanging in your car almost every morning Julie Stoll: The 298 you have surpass, and your one ring Rita “Girl Mac” Nelson: The name Mac, and your one ring Nicole Harty: The llama, and one ring Jason Cooper: The bowling team, and ability to perform the sacrifices, but most importantly the centipede, and the TWO state rings.

Morgan Bryant: Rarararara and your ONE ring Kaitlin McFarland: The bus rides to state and your ONE ring.

Monica Fillion: The Song, the five pin, and your ONE ring Jessie Wathen: The Magic tricks and your ONE ring Mikayla Lawrence: Meartooth, Man Bear tooth, and Maclemore Alex Garry: The Nerds night out.

Chris Schuhlein: The times you coached me in LAX and the St. Jude Classic with your family.

Snorlax: Trying to find the coldest water fountain Will Smith: The secret bowling handshake Mothersell: The games of tag and unexplainable physics of Los Santos Matt Sena: The friendship for 15 years and hopefully many more, ahhhh mattsena.

Emily Curran: Our hatred for one another for five years and our friendship for five years, our adventures 1 through 23, Ghengis Grill, and BWW.

I, HUNTER STORY, of simple mind and complicated body, hereby leave Jillin Cunningham with Kenny Balkunas Kaitlin Haynes the second God and a Memphis basketball ticket and Bailey Cochran and Monica Normand my Grandmas ladder I, KAITLYN SEAMAN, of indecisive mind and fair body, do hereby leave the following: Ana Hurler: The pony, history of rap, the crazy mouse ride when we got the people to pose with us, dance central all night, flowing tassels, toe cramps, car rides with Taylor, getting cans before school at the gas station, making all the t-shirts together, the guys who talked to us when the top was down, your trunk, our song, slowmo guys, thankyou notes, poptarts, Target, doing things for three hours Britany Ahlers: Are you ready to come and get it yet?, ice skating, hockey games, almost wrecking in your neighborhood, when Sheldon picked me up, our prayer partner, sitting in my car in the mornings, slaveboy, the struggles to get in my car, Brittanie, McRegrets, 8th grade pictures, the lets play videos, all the advice you have given me this year, the llama picture, the Lion King thing with Oreo Rachel Smith: Concerts, Luke Bryan VIP tickets, monsters, beach trips, senior pictures, Mississippi State visit, joyrides around my neighborhood, Elle Woods, that night when we completely stalked people, the songs we always listen to in the car, laying out almost every day in summer, sisters, One Direction, Supernatural pictures, all the guys we talk about, candy crush Kaitlin McFarland: The France and Italy trip (nudge nudge), freaking out when George followed us, Teen Wolf, all the concerts we went to, Kaitly(i)n squared, all the chocolate filled croissants, Spanish Coach Wells and Breanna Pollet: The Wolf River Cleanup I, MATTHEW SENA, of creative mind and “senasational” body, do hereby leave the following: Andrew Reese and Betsy Blumenfeld: SBA Kickball and all of the awesomeness it holds. I wish you the best of luck and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Jonah Strickland: My running ability. May you be swift

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Senior Wills for years to come.

Will Dearman: A list of all of my favorite bands. At least remember Boston and the Foo Fighters.

I, NIKKI SHAH, of fanciful mind and delicate body, do hereby leave the following: The Fab 5: our signature pose, homecoming, the kid and the cat, the floor is lava, wewombing, the tundra Blonde Joke: saran wrap, Katy Perry, pregnancy cakes, gleemation, I shamrock green, O’ Malley’s, it’s a quarter after 8 you’re a little late, that picture behind the frame in D.C., failed splatter-paint shirts Kayla: toilet paper, getting to geometry by 3, caps lock, Yusif, the agonizing years of watching Glee, Cory Hofer: gofers, Harvey, being my stepmother, upsidedown glasses face Smithie: lazy, talking about boys 24/7, trips to Howard’s Syd: every show you’ve ever taken me to at the Orpheum, late nights of singing, Starbucks Sarah: girl talk, The Office, nanananananana reindeers Jill: we ARE pretty enough, literal endless texting, the cheesy smile/uncomfortable emoji Steph: buffalo, insults in physics, a cappella and Disney music Becca: social justice talks Caye: every rant ever, banana, coconut juice, Hans Teresa: our love of Disney Gabbie: Tituba, aliens, our airplane project, somebody once told me the world was macaroni Benca and Leslie: Parks and Rec references, treat yo’ self, Jerry Garry Larry Mah ‘Migas: HEY HEY HEY HEY, all those hours spent rehearsing America, my TV, Buick, and washing machine from San Juan Kirkland: the barks and insults in the hall Tia: no1 cares, all those hours of FilAm dance practices through middle school Maria: Children of Eden, Persian dinners Gabby: pre-rehearsal bonding Easton: homework that IS due tomorrow, Cards Against Humanity, handcuffs, lurking Kyle: the awkward encounters and faces in the hall, those times you kidnapped me, the forensics team, that awful Marya song

Koziel: three years’ worth of whining, complaining, and laziness, refusing to sing in class Magistra Terre: classes I’ve wasted talking to IIll and Kayla, calendars, tua mater est mortuam linguam

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I, RYAN SHELBY, of Ivy League mind and Division III athlete body, leave the following: Adam: The fastest Honda Accord this side of the Mississippi Cole: The Good Vibe Tribe, my Miley Cyrus CD, and The Nest Sarah: An Urban Outfitters gift card with $12 on it and Adam. Cherish them equally.

Peter: My spot as special teams All-American Zack: 2k13 binges, Creek Valley Dr., and Wagon Wheel Grant: Rides in the Silver Bullet, Aerial Dunes 706, and the best MAM team the city has ever seen Mr. Epley: My effortless understanding of the study of Economics I, AMANDA SLADE, of Whovian mind and pocketsized body, do hereby leave the following: Rachel Paduck: “I’m squishy,” Gee Gee Gee Gee BABY BABY BABY, maniacal laughter, bad harmonizing, our “relationship,” Edward Heathcliff Slade’s temper tantrum, junior lunch when everyone timed how fast I could eat, all the times I’ve tried to steal your food, yacht (and jet-ski) memories, “SPARKLES” Grace Summers: “I have entered the bun,” duck calls, all the times you and Alex hid my purse in sophomore lunch (and all the times I ran around the school looking for it), “It’s a ponytail! Do you know what’s under a pony’s tail?”

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“Next Stop Everywhere” playing while wearing suspenders like the 11th Doctor, all the times I’ve asked to copy your notes, the first time we met in which I dragged you to my lunch table freshman year, pain of the loss of Matt Smith Emily Cross: our shared girly-girl-ness, mutual love of scary movies, all the times I’ve come over to your house to watch a movie and we just end up talking for four hours, Cabin in the Woods memories, that time you made The Woman in Black ten thousand times funnier, foodie buddies, “THEY HAVE JELLYFISH,” when you searched for me freshman year and didn’t realize we had already met Amanda Melvin: your mothering sense, Linkin Park talks, comedy movie buds, the time I made you go see Mama with me, “IT’S A…” Alex Garry: “Your argument is central,” the time I jumped in the air and the wind actually moved me, hiding my purse in sophomore lunch, junior theology AP corner, short jokes, random noises, how you say I’m a bird, cheek pinches, face pokes, “Can mah face help you?”

Michelle Murphy: AP Lit memories, cute guy talks, shopping trips, random ramblings, Pre-Cal stress, “Oh look! I’ve been impaled!”

Jackie Glover: when you and Michelle decided I desperately needed cooking lessons, group movie nights, Pre-Cal stress and cute guy talks too Tara Vancleave: monocles, prom dress shopping, Forensic science and junior theology memories Newspaper: the year of lastminute edits

I, RACHEL SMITH, of intelligent mind and dancing body, do hereby leave the following: Kaitlyn-The car rides, the beach, Luke Bryan, FloridaGeorgia Line, Can’t See My Paint Job Pauline-Junior year Anatomy aka best class ever Luckie-Bonding during PreCal Dual Enrollment-our girly chats and THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS Nikki-Sophomore Fridays at Howard’s and talking about boys Hofer-Halloween, Lazy Kayla-Trying to learn the dances to High School Musical, Halloween Sydney-watching Double Divas and basically any show on Lifetime Fab Five-The cabin, the kid and the cat, Scrabble, making fun of me for Lazy, and most importantly, Homecoming I, JILL STARK, of paranoid mind and petite body, hereby do leave the following: Catie Blackwood: My presidency My 8 best frands: New Years 2x, Pickwick, square dancing, Ouija boards, Katie’s demon, my incessant questions, nights in my upstairs, my brother, a bag of rice for Katie’s phone, our mini fall festival, Osaka, sneaking into Ted, sleepovers at Laura’s, SRL sleepovers, the Ring, my fish (RIP), my love forever and ever

Anna Lynn: Best friendship since 3rd grade, a promised tattoo, beavers, the Sims, the care of my Neopets and all my neopoints, Zoo Tycoon, my inner nerd, stargazing by my pool, some fried rice, our second ear piercing, my dad’s love for you, everything in between Sarah Timmins: That one time, that other time, really long dinners, yellow cheesedip, #8, a passion tea lemonade sweetened no ice and a slice of warmed lemon cake Nikki Shah: Being pretty enough, TT, Boys, Giraffael (Not, he’s mine), Latin chats always, #8 Garry: About $8.50 for that Sonic you bought me, the world’s ugliest selfie, some hair The tennis team: Every detail about my life, Howard’s days, Coach Fullmer, roadtrips, the Cheesecake Factory, beating SAA and SGIS, Alex and Ronnie in Nashville, missing school to shop in Atlanta, being too cold to actually watch a match, a few pounds that I gained during the season because of all the snacks SGA: The names of the sophomore reps, canstruction, the entire month of November, beating CBHS at something, our group message, the rights to the football themes, BWW Night, the bulletin board, Wings, the SGA table, Go Jim Go, Jim Jaggers leading the pep rally

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Latin IV: the game of Clue, undeviginti, quid?!, VERBA, calendars, Iustin Bieber, Luke, Panda, Rome’s birthday, chariot races, Latin Scrabble, Spartacus’s short skirt, field trips, Festivus, Wishbone, Valentine’s Day, decorating, Latin Club, parties once a week, my unfinished translations, Toby I, THERESA STODDARD, of shady mind and amazon body, do hereby leave the following: Cara Carpenter: a turquoise baton, death by 800, my blisters, matching times and cramps, krumping, yeah wow okay, the hideout, Perkins, Snuffy, soccer camps, skits, Lana, Mumf, candles, butterfly stickers, sleeping in on saturdays, white dresses, “60 seconds” they said, back rides, Coach Nick’s love, target runs, tan lines, my luv.

Darrielle Nelson: Quadd, you can’t mess wit me, I can shoot 3’s, christmas tree vines, not telling you what to do, 1 2 3, inchworms, laughing without smiling, car rides, jam sessions, diva attitude, entrenadora, Santia, Braxton, a jar of pickles.

Santia McCraw: Quadd, Dar-

rielle, glitter, fairy wings, car rides, jam sessions, Vicki’s house, sparkly uggs, salmon, nae naes, warm hugs, my whole heart.

Braxton Powers: 1 2 3, inchworms, the Conjouring, cuddles, good hygiene, laughing without smiling, dolphin babies, entrenadora, Darrielle, an ear of corn.

Bailey Coppedge: extensive vocabularies, membean, twinkie voices, the top of the lockers, social skills, head massages, my laugh to make you laugh, being the last one ready for practice.

Soccer team: Ole Miss Camp, She’s the Man skit, lying about thermostats in the summer, Coach Tony’s powwows, Coach Nick’s sass, my accents, a slow clap.

Basketball team: Braxton’s house, Beautiful Soul, a scavenger hunt, incredible pizza, Bertha’s donuts in the parking lot, my body bag, pansies, black/white, a love of Christmas, fruit, D’s attitude, killer dance moves, my heart.

Madeleine, Catherine, Harley, Cara: sleepover in SF, the hideout, initiation, Jerry’s, weekend meets, sun rashes, the playground, cuddles, our

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Hayes Denny: a lunch table, my itty bitty hands, a great flow, always having each other’s back, cool ideas if we were 12, and every ounce of my love and obsession with you.

I, A.J. STURDIVANT, of excellent mind and exquisite body do hereby leave the following: SBA Golf Team: Advance The Ball, pars are our friends, and the always magnificent Barbara Hervey!

SBA Basketball Team: five trips, shell drill, pre practice motivational videos, the Nashville trip, unwashed jerseys, and the group me SBA Soccer Team: my inability to play the field, my sub-par goalie skills, and Paul Walker Ryne Dennis and Michael Bardos: Doneskis like Karunskis, ice in my veins, clutch factor zero, “stay out of my way and try not to get hurt”, and of course pre-season workouts Kaitlin Haynes: SBA friend, hallway high fives, ole miss trips, and driving you into a

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SBA: #TheNest

ing singing,me looking EXACTLY like Doug, Friday Night Lights, “GAME DAY!” and my never ending love for Alex(just kidding).

Cole Richards: Skype calls sophomore year.

Madison Stafford: The BAB basketball team and selfies to Connor Kelly.

Coach Park, Jenny and Mayson: Being the best Coach, surprising y’all at state junior year, giving me some of my favorite memories and regretting not doing cross country my senior year.

Mrs. Portanova: Being my all-time favorite teacher, ever.

Thank you.

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I, JESSA SUDDUTH, of curious mind do by hereby leave the following: Cheyanne: Car rides to school, car rides home and rides to the gym, fighting about the temp in the car, dads dancing, grandma and her meatloaf, pretty little liars on Tuesday nights and cookies every night, the lunch room cookies and chickfila cookies, all the guys I liked and you hated, “riding passenger side in my best friends ride,” Rob and Big, Psych, White Color, all my school uniforms, but most of all emptying the dishwasher.

Mary Jane: Mr. Madeksho and Mrs. Black sophomore year KJen: Trips to Florida, unicorns, the best summer ever, roman noodles, gossip girl, Oath, mirror pictures, time capsule in Florida, many nights on the roof, Miley Cyrus and of course Waffle House.

Jazzy J: “Road Trip..? or Nah?” Meredith Smith: you can have Hannah, our weekly Monday talks, the chemistry closet because I will never get it, my jumper and M&Ms. Hannah Ferrari: Cheyanne, biology and chemistry class and late night phone calls.

Logan Reid: that ticket the first day of summer because I didn’t have my seat belt on...

Hayes Deney: My heart and the best hugs anyone could possibly give.

Katherine Zaleski: Christmas break freshman year and you driving me around everywhere when i had no car.

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I, ELOIZA TECSON, of happy mind and laxified body do hereby leave the following: Girls lacrosse: lucky socks, ping pong tournaments, group texts, dance parties, “Sarah’s curse”, secret club house Sam Wiley: mandala tattoos, bus trips, pump up eminem songs, stapled school skirts, trek mix 5th period lunch table: long debates, truth or dare, throwing water bottles, mosh pits, singing randomly Clark T: driving permit, space for lax gear, lunch money, eminem rapping Kelsey K: “safe” road trips, Einstein’s bagels, karaoke parties Joseph Pearlman: secret handshake, Howard’s donuts runs, food fights, banana boats, car races, hostage nights, homemade chocolate pie, lots and lots of love I, SARAH TIMMINS, of smokin’ mind and intelligent body, do hereby leave the following: Nikki: endless Parks and Rec jokes (you’re the Ann to my Leslie and ily), calculus lulz, frozen, long talks in the food line at lunch, boy obsessions, the quadrapod, and live texting every moment of our lives Becca: Starbucks runs, SDP, physics, my driving skills, and all my Jason Mraz songs Jill: girl talk with Mrs. Chrestman, Mexican food, the quadrapod, and that one time in Mr. Allen’s class Andrew: funfetti cupcakes, frozen sing-a-longs, my fashion advice, the quadrapod, my lifestyle coaching, person-toperson talk(s), knowledge of tshirt colors, stats stretches, and my catchphrase “not even” Mr. Koziel: my pleasing bari-

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Senior Wills tone, my perfect notes, Delta Cappella tickets, our many lunch memories, and my unending love Dan: Knowledge Bowl lulz, car rides, triangles during the math questions, Model UN, Econ shenanigans and the E.L.F., and Mrs. Kaplan’s class Next year’s AP Econ Class: the mission of the E.L.F. and hope in the face of the Timmins Tyranny Rachel, Stephanie, Garry, Nikki, Becca, Easton: Smoothie King whenever we want it, lurking, and my selfies (blanket and chins) Nicole Chrestman: girl talk, unrequited love, and the chair Easton: my rhetoric, geocaching, and broken headlights Jacob: my baking skills, my “smarticles,” my Starbucks spot, class notes, and all things not explicitly given above I, SYDNEY VALADIE, of musical mind and theatrical body, do hereby leave the following: The Fab 5: Fitting everyone on one bed to avoid the “tundra”, the ice cream ball, HOMECOMING, dirty scrabble, the sisterhood of the traveling disposable camera, dance parties, “pulling a sydney”, yogurt mountain after shows, KEVIN, our late night conversations about life My Theatre Family: Constantly looking for the Olive Fair, age lines, mic tape, bobby pins, endless amounts of hairspray, 12-packs of monsters, hours of rehearsals, pencils for blocking, “quiet backstage!”, Mr. Otis’s 5 dance moves, Jordan’s diction, “I WILL SURVIVE! OH!”, messy dressing rooms, circle, costumes from thrift stores My Show Choir Girls: preshow rap, I’ll make a man out of you, Beyonce, my Sydney survival kits(coming soon), hair and make-up on the bus, buckets of pretzels, BRITISH RED, rhinestones/glitter/ general sparkles, your souls, buckets of advil, NYC with Cindy, “let me fan you off!”, “ARIELLE/LILY! What’s our choreography again?”

Stage crew: “He’s coming back right???”, “Shut up darth vader!”, hiding Elvis, “TABOR WE CAN’T HEAR THEM!”, “it’s relatively stable, go climb on it to check!”

My Alto’s: “What’s our note again???”, making it up as we go and still sounding awesome Cassandra: DEM BOOTS, Starbucks runs, show choir motherhood, gov school, bonding in Belmont Amanda: the sweatpants, show choir motherhood,

ANNA, hot chocolate in frozen mugs at midnight on Christmas Gabby: Hair and makeup duties, my makeup case, your curling iron (finally!)

Tia: not understanding precal, rubber ducks, gov school, Mrs. Brannon, anger blocks, a new wig head Caroline: Authentic Puerto Rican hair, hair-ties, Frozen, bonding in Belmont Arielle: “SYYYYYDDDNNNEEEYYYYYY!!!!”

Maria and Spencer: “WHALES”, Persian dinners, tree shadow puppets, “and everything was perfect”, Scary Mary, “LET’S DO THE TIME WARP AGAIIIINNNNN” Kirkland: Dyeing your hair right before opening night Sophie: my dressing-room closet :) Lily: being the boss, “you wanna hear a funny story??”, stress rants, a longboard Grayson: Sprint, “GIVE ‘EM HELL ON 3”, Barbra, Starbucks, being sketchy at my hair place, running down Germantown parkway Logan, Will, and Schween: Sneaking through the window, Dr. Pepper, video games, popcorn, offensive comedy, scrambled eggs/waffles, Frozen Adam2: lifejackets and handwarmers.

I, KYLE VAN HOECK, of salty mind and slim body, do hereby leave the following: Ryne Dennis and TJ Johnson: Toboggan Group, LeBron James, and Samuel L Jackson Sam Brown: The Salty Look, Little Chase, and “Enough” Rayne Dennis: Let’s Get It Brennan Ryan: Bob, number 1 fan, and my dunking ability Dale Pitawanakwat: ILY, Fav or RT, Little turtle, and little foot Michael Bardos: Free throw hot fire and Clutch factor zero Joey Magnifico: Crazy 8’s, The long 9, and double digit 10 Tyler Currie: My locker room dance moves and the shoe/ sock game The Basketball Team: Trick Shot Thursday/Saturday/Sunday, Long Range Tuesday, and Jimmer Wednesday Trey Urban: What happened?, Shampoo, Drop that thang!, and Ooo yeah he gettin that Brett Czech: BIG BUGALU Tyler Culpepper: Flashy and NaeNae Spencer Smith: Seeds, Sweet Tea, “My guy”, and the iPad The Baseball Team: Ranch seeds, being checked by the Toboggan Group, Bench/ Squat, 6 sprints, and “Here We Go

I, JOHN VASSALLO, of ingenious mind and body hereby leave the following things The wrestling team: I leave you pie in the sky and the claw Nesto:I leave you my grades The cross country team: I leave you Shelby farms I, NICOLE WIEDERHOLT, of sound mind and strong body, do hereby leave the following: Vix: All my mornings, Philly, and eventually a birthday present.

Kathleen Riley: Everything.

Literally. What’s mine is yours now Catherine Saig: An air freshener. Or three.

Amelia Shannon: Headbands and “monkeys” Jordan Tate: Nothing. I’m taking your pug.

Mary Hannah Giddens: My vibes.

Stephanie, Maddie Mahon and Rachael: Moe’s. And trees. And toast. And a raw potato.

Jacob Aljundi: My eternal best-friendship.

Anna Hughes and Sam Wiley: Pool noodles. Ten of them.

Courtney Parker: I’m giving you your brother back.

Luke Parker: Meli, Moe, and Pearl. For now.

I, KAYLA WILLIAMSON, of moderately unstable mind

and androgynous body, do hereby leave the following: The Fab Five: homecoming, the kid and the cat, the tundra, the Spice Girls, #wewombin, “midnight movie madness,” Pitch Perfect and Mean Girls, box sledding, boba, “pulling a sydney,” our signature poses, ratchet cards against humanity, and the best 4 years of my life The Blonde Joke: pregnancy cakes, Katy Perry and Snoop Dogg, the blueberry lettuce sandwich, saran wrap, O’Malleys, I shamrock green, dork + dork = <3, that nail polish remover that evaporates, D.C., and a realization that my hair is now brown...

Nikki Shah: that girl with the toilet paper on her shoe, 3, jingle frogs, BRAYDON, “did you slap me,” TEXTING IN CAPS, that detention slip we found on the stairs, Y coming after Z in the alphabet, omg, being 80 and living next to each other, and future memories in Boston Rachel Hofer: rolly chairs, Beyonce, Chacos, an acoustic version of “Low,” being a goddess, Doctor Who marathons, our discussions in dual, Just Dance, the pin-curls selfie, my mohawk, and the hobo caboose Luckie Krog: SQUEEGEE, my sanity first semester, indie movies, Heathers, the delight-

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ful station, all the tears we left in Econ, Punk Goes Pop, sneaking onto roofs, and Taco Bell’s cinnabons Sydney Valadie: KEVIIIIIIIN, pink cream eyeshadow, pushup bras, “dos circolos,” and a neverending roll of mic tape Rachel Smith: Lazy, Harry Potter, Zac Efron, the knowledge that hoodies CAN’T fit over your feet, High School Musical 3, Dem White Boys, and an obsession with boys I will NEVER understand Lucy Kaplan: tater tots, a bruise I’ll never get rid of, car picnics, onesies, “Mamrie wrote this,” Wordsmith, dirty scrabble, matching fast food shirts, and all of Nerdfighteria Newspaper: a word we can’t print, bowling balls, headline puns, and all the grammar mistakes I saved you from Jack Borg: Shelby Farms and Tucker Max Savvy, Bails, Hofie, and Captain: cuddling, the human centipede, head massages, and the most interesting text messages of my life Jessi Hawes: box forts, Fall Out Boy, and a pair of Mario pajama pants Jake McClure: a prom ticket, a hairdryer, and the ability to trick mall security Caye Caparas: a piece of chicken in your Sprite

New editor pilots paper

Senior co-editors of The Eagle’s Eye, Rachel Hofer and Amanda Slade, hand off their shared position as editor to junior Bailey Coppedge for the 2014-2015 year.

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The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale May 2014

The Eye on Who’s Who

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Class of 2014

Most Sarcastic Christopher Shaner Hillary Briggs

Most Likely to Trip up the Stairs Cassidy Quistorff

Biggest Hipster Mitchell Esterman Kendyl Jennings

Best Personality Katherine Zaleski Andrew Raffanti

Class Narcoleptics Tanisha Campbell Garrett Mitchell

Most Stressed Sarah Timmins Chris Schulein

Most Likely to Change the World Lucky Krog Nick Stark

Biggest Bookworm Kate Walsh

Most Likely to be President Gina Cianciola Andrew Lee Biggest Penny-Pincher Giovanny Paramo Catherine Wiley Best Car Stephanie McCarthy Mac Schaaf Best Smooth-Talker Logan Reid Abbey McCrory Most Rebellious Sean Peck Jackie Glover Most Likely to Be Seen Roaming the Halls Jeanne StaAna Austen Graves Biggest Food Moochers Adrienne Lewis Kirt Jenkins Most Likely to Have Eight Kids Laura Meagher Hunter Story Most Changed Since Freshman Year Ryan Shelby Grace Hill Best Build Alex Rittman Abby Phillips Most Conservative Emily Cross Hunter Brents Most Likely to Teach at SBA Jill Stark Jacob Lawrence Worst Senioritis Class of 2014 Most Likely to get Caught in an Awkward Situation Katherine Camilleri Josh Newbern Most Adorable Theresa Ferrante Patrick Graham Most Likely to Brighten Your Day Gabbie Green

Most Likely to See the Bright Side of Things Dominick Disalvo Connor Jones Most Artistic Jessi Hawes Thomas Gilman Best Smile Morgan Mundy Robert Langley

Most Tech-Savvy Amanda Melvin Bobby Mayer Best Musicians Caye Caparas Josh Mothersell Best Eyes Harley Hamlet AJ Sturdivant

Best Hair Chris Petrilak Jenny McKenzie

Most Easy-Going Drew Hayes Kristina Albonetti Least Organized Peter Zaleski Layne Powers Most Huggable Grace Davis

Most Attractive Robert Langley Abbey Muffoletto

Biggest Animal Lover Chaney Morgan Liam O’Donald Best Baker Breanna Pollet Kenny Ledet

Always Smiling Kaitlin McFarland John Vassallo

Most Dependable Kevin Rotzoll Connor Knott

Best BFF Male Hunter Schrivener and Matthew Incardona

Most Likely to Win an Oscar Sydney Valadie Will Smith Biggest Flirt Crystal McDonell Andrew Carr

Cutest Couple Jacob Lawrence and Olivia Parcels

Biggest Trend-Setter Caroline Vaught Grey Peevy

Chattiest Maddie Morgan Devan Zalawadia

Class Look-a-Likes Katherine Camilleri and Marisa Loeffel Hunter Scrivener and Mathis Farwick

Most Likely to Be on Their Phone Class of 2014

Most Dramatic Marisa Loeffel Henry Evetts

Most Likely to be a Pro-Athlete Zach Rasmussen Grace Summers

Most Likely to be Seen Near the Snack Machine Morgan Mundy Jon Jon Boulanger

Shortest Attention Span Olivia Heath Patrick Mitchell

Most Photogenic Alicia Lawson

Biggest Germophobe Meredith Lerma Ricky Graziosi

Best BFF Female Katherine Camilleri and Danielle Verhaa Best Mom Morgan Patrick

Most Polite Kyle Nester Gabbie Johnson

Most Likely to Be a Supermodel Sarah Brannon Chris Petrilak Most Determined Kyle van Hoeck Nikki Shah

Most Likely to Win a Grammy Matthew Incardona Katelyn Turner Most Original Mitchell Esterman Lucy Kaplan Most Gullible Jessica Morris

Most Likely to Miss Class and Still Get an “A” Jacob Aljundi Madeline Mahon Wildest Personality Mayson Morrissett Class Daredevil Sean Peck Lauren Frazier

Best Dancer Hannah Bingham Most Likely to Rule the World Eric Castro Jodie Crocker

Most Contagious Laugh Derek Zabella Erin Peel Most Likely to Be Seen on Reality TV Emma Lightner Austen Estes Best Company Jessa Sudduth Ben Jackson

Most Likely to Be a Millionaire Stephanie McCarthy Colin Kegel Class Clown Bri Williams Kirt Jenkins

Most Injury Prone Brittany Phillips

Most Likely to be Heard Dacia Williams Nick Saulters

Most Likely to be an Author Alex Garry Kayla Williamson

Most Likely to be a Beach Bum Emily Curran Joseph Pearlman Most Organized Patrick Graham Rosa Martinez Biggest Spender Andrew Lee Meredith Wylie Most Likely to Marry a Pro-Athlete Brooke Deason Most Likely to Travel the World Nick Stark Mary Hannah Giddens Most Likely to Talk their Way out of a Ticket Taylor Etter Austen Graves Most Likely to be Late Austen York Elle Milburn Most Likely to Start a Charity Chris Champion Lucky Krog Most Girly-Girl Madeline Howard Most Likely to Cause a Ten-Car Pile-Up Sonali Patel Colby Strafuss Most “Frat” / “Srat” Hugh Lynch Caroline Cullum Most Likely to Quote a Movie Daniel Sweat Valeria Torres Most Likely to be Married First Eloiza Tecson Joseph Pearlman Best Dressed Michael McGuire Pauline Cabe Most Likely to be on Twitter Marella Baccay Dillon Harckum Most Likely to Randomly Burst out in Song Theresa Stoddard Special thanks to the yearbook staff for compiling the 2014 Who’s Who.