Southern Lehigh High School 5800 Main Street Center Valley, PA 18034
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Don’t know what movies you should see this summer? Check them all out on page 10.
The Spotlight bids farewell to our beloved McKenzie Browne. Read her senior bio on page 10.
Speech and Debate Nationals by Talia Trackim
The group takes in the city of Chicago. Photo credit: Fiona Bultonsheen
One thing that most people don’t know about speech and debate is that it involves three very important things: long bus rides, referring to others as “senators,” and the usage of really bad puns. Twelve Southern Lehigh students know this all too well as they return from another round of competition at the 2014 National Catholic Forensics League (NCFL) National Tournament in Chicago, Illinois. “[NCFL Nationals was] very fun, and I had the chance to see some of the greatest orators in the nation compete against each other in the same room,” sophomore Naomi Li said. “It was also set in the absolutely gorgeous city of Chicago, something which enhanced the experience of the competition.” Austin Piel, Jason Renner, Fiona Bultonsheen, Lucy Zhang, Talia Trackim, and Georgian Fan competed in Duo Interpretation, along with Naomi Li who competed in Original Oratory and David Rush and Alexandra Curtis who competed in Dramatic Performance. Solehi debaters included Andrew Sheats and Jake Stattel, who competed in Congressional Debate, and Eric Kinyon, who competed in Lincoln-Douglas Debate.
“I think one of the main reasons we were all so excited to go to Nationals was not only the actual tournament, but being able to spend time with the team,” freshman Georgian Fan said. The students competed in four preliminary rounds of their respective events on Saturday against students from all over the country. Octa-finals, semi-finals, and finals were held on Sunday. “All of the preliminary rounds are on one day, and all of the out rounds are on the other,” Solehi speech and debate coach Mr. David Long said. “When we arrived it was, ‘Okay let’s practice and get you settled in, and the next day you compete and hopefully you’ll compete the day after that. It’s very intense.” The competition took place in Chicago, Illinois. The students traveled with other competitors from Allentown on a charter bus. They left Thursday night and returned Monday. “[The bus ride] was …. interesting. It was fun to spend more time with the team, but the drive was long and occasionally painfully boring,” freshman Alexandra Curtis said. In order to attend NCFL Nationals, the students first attended a qualifying tournament in March. Students from all over the Allentown Diocese gathered and competed for a spot at Nationals, and only the students who placed third or better in their events qualified to compete at the national level. “The competition [at the qualifier] wasn’t at all bad,” sophomore Lucy Zhang said. “Southern Lehigh takes up [many] of the speech positions in the league anyway, so most of the time we’re at the top of the competition.” None of the Solehi team members finaled at Nationals, but the students can all agree that it was still a great experience as they begin to prep for next year’s competitions. “[We’re] trying to get people prepared for next year and see where they want to head,” Mr. Long said.
Boys Lacrosse “Mans Up to Cancer” by Brandyn Berean
Carnival day returns once again to Southern Lehigh. See the pictures on back page.
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The Southern Lehigh boys’ lacrosse team played in their second annual HEADstrong Foundation charity game on Monday April 28, against Nazareth High School. The Spartans defeated the Blue Eagles 18-6. The money received from the game was sent to the HEADstrong Foundation for further cancer research. “We collected around 2,300 dollars for the game, and we were able to send around 1,200 dollars to the foundation,” senior Greg Farris said. The HEADstrong Foundation was started by the Colleluori family in Philadelphia. Nick “Head” Colleluori was a graduate of Ridley High School in Folsom, PA. He went on to play Division I Lacrosse at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. Colleluori was diagnosed with a large Bcell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma which is a blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system. Colleluori passed away on November 28, 2008, after a 14-month battle with cancer. Doctors only expected him to survive for three months. Colleluori created the HEADstrong Foundation shortly after he was diagnosed. To this day, many schools across the east coast honor his legacy. Since 2006, the HEADstrong Foundation has raised more than five million dollars for research to find a cure
to the disease that took Colleluori’s life. The foundation’s mission is to “improve quality of life for those affected by blood cancers and supporting those working to eliminate the diseases.” The boy’s lacrosse team created t-shirts for players and attendees to wear during the game. The color of the tshirts was lime green to promote awareness of cancer, and included a the message on the front saying, “Man Up To Cancer.” The HEADstrong game also happened to be youth night for young lacrosse players who got to be a part of the action too by playing a mini game during halftime. “We were expecting a tight game so we wanted to come out super fired up and take to them early and give the youth kids a show,” Farris said. For the senior lacrosse players, this was the last charity game. “They were a lot of fun and it was really good to help spread cancer awareness,” senior Collin Johnston said. “Its always a sense of accomplishment,” Farris said, “because even if you don’t win the game, you still feel really good about yourself because you know you did something good.”
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Anna Simoneau
Photo Editor
Anna Simoneau has been a member of the Spotlight staff for two years where she has contributed as a staff reporter, assistant photo editor, and photo editor. During high school, Anna has also been involved in both Key Club and National Honor Society. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, hanging out with friends, playing on her intramural soccer team, and spending time in the kitchen. Anna claims baking sweet treats are her speciality. One of her favorite memories is eating in the very cafe where JK Rowling once sat, writing Harry Potter. According to Anna, the cafe has amazing sandwiches. Upon graduating, Anna will attend Lehigh University where she will major in journalism/science writing with a minor in environmental science. Hopefully, one day she will become a successful journalist. However, if that plan falls through Anna will instead be a technical writer where she can utilize her science degrees. Anna looks back on her four years in high school fondly. She says she will miss Mrs. Quartuch, Mrs. Howsare, Mr. Helinski, and of course... Mrs. Spritzer. Her advice? “Don’t let senior year consume you!”
Jordan Burt
Staff Reporter
Jordan Burt has been a member of the Spotlight staff for one year, serving as a staff reporter. She was also a member of the Spartan Spirit Club for the fall and winter of her senior year. Her hobbies include reading, writing, snowboarding, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and hanging out outside. Jordan’s favorite teacher during her time at Southern Lehigh was Mr. Castagna because while taking his creative writing class sophomore year, he put writing challenges in front of her that she had to learn to overcome. Her favorite high school memory was decorating the gym and getting it ready for the school’s fall pep rally. After graduation, Jordan plans to attend Kutztown University to major in business with an emphasis on marketing. Jordan’s advice for underclassmen is to “surround yourself with what you love, even if it goes against the grain. This sounds cheesy, but life is short, doubly so in high school. So live it up, and make the most of it.”
Faculty Adviser Mrs. Marlo Spritzer
Editor-in-Chief Dana DiGiovanni
News Editor
Ashley Zamichieli
Features Editor McKenzie Browne
Entertainment Editor McKenzie Browne
Opinion Editor Katie Cole
Sports Editor
Cody Heffelfinger
Our World Editor Ashley Zamichieli
In-Depth Editor Kylie Schmitt
Photo Editor Anna Simoneau
Video Editor Jacob Boyer
Web Manager Abby Muth
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Abby Muth
Web Manager
Abby Muth has been a Spotlight staff member for two years. Throughout this time Abby has been a staff reporter and the website manager. Besides participating in the newspaper, she has also involved her time in the high school’s fall plays and spring musicals. Outside of school, Abby likes to hang out with her friends and enjoy nice weather. When she is not spending time with friends, she likes to read and watch movies. During her time at Southern Lehigh, Abby has learned that even though high school is not always fun or enjoyable, it holds some of your best memories. She has learned not to take anything for granted, because “when it’s May, and you’re a senior and you only have seven days of high school left, you realize that everything you remember about your four years here is over, and all you have left are the memories.” Abby is planning to attend the Tyler School of Art for Graphic Design at Temple University. In the future she hopes to find a job to support herself. Besides that, Abby mostly just
wants to enjoy life and be happy no matter what she decides to do. Her advice is to not “take things too seriously. Have fun. Do what makes you happy. Keep your friends close and don’t do anything to screw up your relationships with them because they will be there for you no matter what.”
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Peyton Robicheau Staff Reporter
Peyton Robicheau is a first-year reporter for the Spotlight. During high school, she participated in Key Club and was a two-year participant in track and field and girls’ lacrosse. Outside of school, she enjoys watching Netflix, eating Thai food, and spending time with her friends and boyfriend. Next year, Peyton will be attending Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) in the fall. She isn’t exactly sure what she wants to do yet, but is excited to graduate high school and start new things. Peyton hopes to continue working at her job at White Orchids and spending time with her two kittens. In the future, Peyton hopes to settle down and have a family, but not before she has spent her time enjoying life.
Heather Thompson Staff Reporter
Heather Thompson has been a reporter on the Spotlight staff for one year. Even though she hasn’t been writing for the paper very long, she takes pride in the fact that her articles were regularly published. Throughout high school, Heather also played for the girls’ lacrosse team and managed the boys’ lacrosse team. Outside of school, Heather works at the White Orchid restaurant. In her spare time, she likes to bake, read, watch movies, and hang out with her friends. In the fall, Heather is planning to attend the University of Delaware where she will major in communications. She has looked into the university’s school paper and is also considering one of the school’s many sororities. Looking ahead, Heather sees herself living in a city. “I have a lot to do before I make a family, like travel,” she said. Heather has worked hard to live up to high expectations during her time writing for the Spotlight, and she’s ready to move on and work just as hard to meet her own expectations for her future.
Kaelee Rupell Staff Reporter
Kaelee Rupell is a first-year journalist for the Spotlight. Outside from journalism, Kaelee is a member of Key Club, Spirit Club, and WSOL morning announcements. Outside of school, Kaelee spends time watching Netflix, making jewelry, playing the guitar, singing, writing, working out, and drinking at least three cups of coffee a day. She lives by the quote, “The harder the struggle, the more glorious the triumph.” Kaelee believes that life can be hard sometimes, but anything that you go through is worth it in the end. Kaelee’s favorite teacher in Southern Lehigh is Ms. Dellegrotti because she has always inspired Kaelee to work harder and to fight for what she wants. Her favorite memory with Ms. Dellegrotti is the first day of school during junior year when she had to pick an item out of her pencil box to describe herself. Kaelee plans to go to college for health and physical education and to become an inspirational teacher like Ms. Dellegrotti was for her. What advice does Kaelee have for underclassmen? “Don’t take too many electives because you’ll regret it in the end,” she said. “And enjoy your senior year.”
Ashley Donnelly Staff Reporter
Ashley Donnelly is a first-year staff reporter for the Spotlight newspaper, but that’s not all. During her time at Southern Lehigh High School, she has also been involved in the Spartan Spirit Club, the Knitting Club, and yearbook. Ashley says her favorite high school experiences were working on the pep rallies and watching football games. Her least favorite experience? “The Keystone Exams,” she said, then paused, laughed, and added, “actually, just testing in general.” Ashley hopes to travel when she is older, but for now, she plans to attend Northampton Community College for general studies, and then transfer to West Chester University to major in occupational therapy. “[I want to major in this because] I like to help and interact with other people,” she said. Finally, Ashley leaves behind advice to the underclassmen: “Don’t put off doing your work. DON’T procrastinate,” she said. “It’s really horrible to do that. You’ll never get anything done if you procrastinate.”
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Dana Musgnung Staff Reporter
Trevor Musselman Staff Reporter
Trevor Musselman is a first-year reporter for the Spotlight newspaper. In addition, he was a member of the baseball team and the Spanish Club. Outside of school, Trevor has many hobbies and interests, including hanging out with friends, fishing, and watching and playing sports. As a young kid, Trevor enjoyed the game of baseball enough to continue all the way through his senior in high school. As a freshman at Southern Lehigh High School Trevor played for the junior varsity baseball team. For the next three years he contributed greatly to the varsity team. “My most memorable experience at Southern Lehigh had to be junior year when I got to play [in the district championship game] at the Iron Pigs stadium,” he said. After graduation, Trevor plans to attend Lehigh Carbon Community College. “I’m going to miss the high school, but I am excited to move on,” he said.
Dana Musgnung is a first-year staff reporter for the Spotlight. During her high school career she also took part in winter and spring track. Dana’s favorite high school classes were science and art. Her most memorable teachers were “crazy” Mr. Walker for science and Mrs. Donald for art. After graduation, Dana will attend East Stroudsburg University where she plans to major in exercise science with a concentration in pre-physical therapy. After that, Dana plans to get her master’s degree. After college Dana plans to start a career in her major. She also plans to move down South somewhere to live. Her advice to underclassmen: “Have fun your senior year. But remember you can’t slack off too much. Your grades are still important.”
Shannon Schone
Staff Reporter
Shannon Schone is a first-year staff reporter for the Spotlight. Besides being a member of the Spotlight, she is also a member of the Varsity club and FBLA. Shannon participates in competition cheerleading, as well as cheering for the basketball team and football team, and this year Shannon was cheer captain for the varsity cheer team. During Friday night football games you can also hear Shannon announcing for the Southern Lehigh band during their halftime show. In her free time Shannon likes to ride her two horses and take pictures, sometimes taking senior pictures as a job. After high school, Shannon will be attending Susquehanna University where she plans to join a sorority and the equestrian team. She is most excited to meet new people, get involved in her activities and a sorority, and travel during college. Shannon plans to major in sociology and become a social worker.
Chris Staller Staff Reporter
Chris Staller is a first-year staff reporter for the Spotlight. He has attended SLHS for the past three years. Following graduation, Chris will attend Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) where he is plans to major in psychology. Chris says he will miss many things about Southern Lehigh, from Mr. Gaugler’s class where there was never a dull moment, to theatre for its engagement and creativity, and of course his friends and favorite teachers. He also enjoyed English class because he enjoys nothing more than a good book he wouldn’t normally have the time or inclination to read. Chris plans to spend his summer relaxing and attending concerts while he prepares for his new life at LCCC.
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Jacob Boyer Video Editor
Jacob Boyer has been a member of the Spotlight staff for four years. Last year, he was video co-editor, and stepped up to become the sole video editor for the Spotlight this year. Jacob was also on the swim team and played an influential role on the morning announcements, either designing graphics or serving as director. Though he is still unsure of where he wants to further his education, Jacob has received acceptance letters from Lehigh Carbon Community College and Kutztown University. He plans to major in electronic communications. Jacob loves working in media, and pursuing this major will open the door to television news, online journalism, or possibly filmmaking. “I’m going to be completely original here and say that the whole high school experience goes by fast,” Boyer said about his reflection on high school. “It doesn’t seem like that when you’re living it, but once you get to the final weeks of senior year, it all sinks in.” Though four years did go by quickly for Jacob, he says that the best part of high school was allowing himself to be more open to meeting people. He says that making these new connections was one of the most valuable parts of his high school career. Jacob’s future plans are to make it in the movie business, and hopefully creating a film that makes it to theaters. Other than that, he just wants “to go with the flow.”
Trent Silfies Staff Reporter
Senior Trent Silfies is a first-year editor for the Spotlight. During his four years at the high school, he also played football and ran track, both earning him varsity letters. Trent says he will miss Friday night football games the most. “Even though I will continue to play football,” he said, “there is still something special about playing with your best friends and representing your hometown against your hated rivals.” Trent said his favorite memory is “winning the Colonial League championship, making our mark on this town, and going down in history with my best friends.” In the fall, Trent will attend Furman University where he plans to major in economics. He will be playing football for the Paladins, where he will play cornerback for Head Coach Bruce Fowler. Trent chose Furman of its proven business school, and because he wanted to attend school in South Carolina where he has the chance to play football. His future plans include building his own company from the ground up to a major fortune 500 company. During his time at Southern Lehigh, Mrs. Kern was Trent’s favorite teacher, and economics was his favorite class. A piece of advice Trent wishes to share with the underclassmen is to play as many sports as you can and make as many memories as you can because you only go to high school once.
His advice to underclassmen? “Do your work on time, because high school is already a big enough headache without having to owe work to people,” Boyer said. “Oh, and eat your veggies, don’t stay up late, and learn something new everyday.”
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Advice To Future Seniors “Save your absences and tardies for the fourth quarter!” -Rachel Ferry
“Senioritis is real, but don’t let it consume you. Don’t let it become an excuse, you’re close, but you’re not done yet.” -Konnor Yurchak
“Enjoy it. It goes by faster than you expect, and as much as you want to graduate once the reality of college hits, you realize how much you will miss this little town.” -Tessa Brennan
“Try something new, something you normally wouldn’t. It’s your last year to spend with these people, so make the most out of it. Try a new sport or club or activity and just see what comes of it.” -Rachel Christman
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Teacher Advice to College Bound Seniors
Teachers of Southern Lehigh wish their favorite senior students farewell with a little bit of advice to help them on their way by Preston Amato and Dana Musgnung Teachers from Southern Lehigh High School have spent the past four years preparing this year’s seniors for college. College can be an exciting and overwhelming thought all at the same time, and many students find themselves to be a bit nervous for this new step in their lives. “It will be the best years of your life, so enjoy it and meet as many people as you can, but it is also the most important four years of your life, so take it seriously,” math teacher Lou Skrapits said. In order to meet new friends and enjoy your time in college, you will have to break out of your comfort zone. As a freshman in college, it’s important to force yourself to not be shy so that you are able to meet more people. This will improve your overall college experience. “Try new things and live outside of your comfort zone. This is a year for you to start over and try something new,” history teacher Mrs. Jennifer Wlodek said.
While in your freshman year, take advantage of the clubs and activities around the campus. They are not only good for getting involved with the school, but for also meeting new people. “Don’t sweat the small stuff and try to get involved with the school, you’ll meet many more friends and make more memories,” english teacher Ms. Leigh Kern said. One of the most important things in college life is managing your time. As a new college student you have to instill a good balance between academic work and other activities. When you create a balance between school and work, college will flow smoothly. “Time management is probably the most important skill you can develop, especially during your free time,” business teacher Mrs. JoAnn Peralta said.
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McKenzie Browne: Features and Entertainment Editor by Dana DiGiovanni
McKenzie Browne has been a part of the Spotlight Staff for four years and an editor for three. She has made a significant impact on the newspaper as editor of the Entertainment and Features pages. Apart from writing articles and slaving over InDesign, Kenzie boasts an impressive background in the sport of inline speed skating. Since speed skating is not in the Olympics yet, she has to compete to qualify for the USA World Team, which she has done for the past three years. She has traveled the globe while competing in the World Championships where she is ranked as the 12th fastest junior sprinter. Being a world-renowned athlete is no easy task, for McKenzie gets no “off days.” She works out daily and can squat up to 270 pounds. It is rumored that she wrestles bears in her free time and can beat up any boy that is willing to take on the challenge. Excluding writing, editing, and skating, McKenzie takes interest in media and entertainment. She recently read the Divergent series, and it quickly became her favorite. It has inspired McKenzie to become fearless and brave in order to one day become a part of the Dauntless faction. Her favorite television shows include “Boy Meets World,” “Breaking Bad,” “How I Met Your Mother,” and “Dexter.” With television shows come deep, long analysis sessions with Mrs. Spritzer and Dana during class. Although she may not agree with their opinions, the discussion sessions continue to be something to look forward to. Kenzie also enjoys the city of Philadelphia. Along with being THE number one fan of the Flyers, Eagles, and Phillies, she also enjoys going to concerts. She’s seen a variety of artists in venues across the Philly area. Favorite artists that she’s seen live are Mike Stud, Huey Mack, and Maroon 5. McKenzie Browne’s pure awesomeness and impressive achievements are evident. During the next few years of her life, she will take her talent and completely involve herself in skating. She will take an adventure to Salt Lake City, Utah to try ice speed skating and hopefully train for the 2018 Winter Olympics. McKenzie’s favorite teachers during her time at Southern Lehigh have
been Mrs. Spritzer, Mr. Dow, and Mr. Skrapits. Her favorite memories include the three years she spent with her Chinese class, winning districts in lacrosse junior year, and of course all the time she spent with the Spotlight staff. “Being a part of The Spotlight the past four years has been incredible. Even though the stress of spending four hours after school putting the paper together was awful, I’m going to miss doing it for some strange reason,” she said. “Maybe it’s because I will miss my fellow editors, Dana, Cody, and Kylie, who have been there through everything. Oh, and of course, Spritz!” McKenzie made a huge impact not only in the newspaper, but in our hearts. The Spotlight Staff wishes her the best of luck in her future escapades and hopes to see her doing bigger and better things. Kenzie’s advice? “Believe in yourselves. Dream. Try. Do Good.”
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ENTERTAINMENT
Girls Basketball
Madelene McDonald College: Loyola University Sport: Womens Basketball High School Sports: Girls Basketball, Field Hockey Major: Undecided
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Girls Basketball and Track and Field
Brianna Prince College: Goucher College Sport: Womens Basketball and Track & Field High School Sports: Girls Basketball, Track & Field Major: Civil Engineering and Spanish
Track and Field
Felicia Wieder College: Alvernia University Sport: Track & Field High School Sports: Track & Field Major: Occupational Therapy
Boys Lacrosse
Ryan Kearns College: Boston University Sport: Mens Lacrosse High School Sports: Boys Lacrosse Major: Computer Science
Greg Farris College: Boston University Sport: Mens Lacrosse High School Sports: Boys Lacrosse Major: Business or Marketing and Communications
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Swimming
Rhyan Rodriguez College: Shippensburg University Sport: Swimming High School Sports: Swimming Major: Social Work
Madison Amann College: Catholic University of America Sport: Swimming High School Sports: Swimming Major: Chemistry
Josh Kreider College: Eastern Michigan University Sport: Swimming High School Sports: Swimming Major: Computer Science and Spanish
Megan Anderson College: Elizabethtown College Sport: Swimming High School Sports: Swimming, Tennis Major: Occupational Therapy
Boys Basketball
Suzanne Selman College: Kutztown University Sport: Swimming High School Sports: Swimming Major: Electronic Media and Spanish
Casey Krause College: Wilkes University Sport: Mens Basketball High School Sports: Boys Basketball, Track and Field, Golf Major: Pre-Med
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SPORTS Girls Soccer
Kaitlynn Kassel College: Shippensburg University Sport: Womens Soccer High School Sports: Soccer, Volleyball Major: Exercise Science
Volleyball
Lauren Bertucci College: Moravian College Sport: Womens Soccer High School Sports: Soccer, Volleyball, Track and Field Major: Business or Early Childhood Education
Melann Amory College: Stony Brook University Sport: Volleyball High School Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer Major: Undecided
Football
Jacob Del Priore College: Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Wrestling, Baseball Major: Chemical Engineering
Tom Dex College:Dickinson College Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Wrestling, Lacrosse Major: International Business
Tyler Derby College:Wilkes University Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Wrestling
Zach Wilson College: Villanova University Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Lacrosse, Major: Engineering
Collin Kendrick College:Geneva College Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Lacrosse Major: Engineering
Trent SilďŹ es College: Furman University Sport: Football High School Sports: Football, Track and FIeld Major: Economics
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Isamarie Ramos College: Rider University Sport: Field Hockey High School Sports: Field Hockey, Track and Field Major: Nursing
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Softball
Shelby Drissel College: East Stroudsburg University Sport: Field Hockey High School Sports: Field Hockey, Softball Major: Criminal Justice
Girls Lacrosse
Kirstin Quilty College: Elizabthtown College Sport: Womens Lacrosse High School Sports: Girls Lacrosse Major: Occupational Therapy
SPORTS
Alyssa Herr College: Messiah College Sport: Softball High School Sports: Softball Major: Nursing
Cheerleading
Haley Risi College: Marywood University Sport: Womens Lacrosse High School Sports: Girls Lacrosse Major: Interior Architecture Design
Maddie Kosce College: Penn State University Sport: Cheerleading High School Sports: Cheerleading, Track and Field Major: Psychology
Boys Soccer
Nicolas Loew College: Houghton College Sport: Boys Soccer High School Sports: Soccer Major: Mathematics
Matthew Dicker College: Lafayette College Sport: Boys Soccer High School Sports: Soccer, Volleyball Major: Economics
Will Demmel College: Moravian College Sport: Boys Soccer High School Sports: Soccer, Volleyball Major: Undecided
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Annual Carnival Marks End of School Year by Shannon Schone
The school year is finally coming to a close and there’s no denying this now that we have had our annual carnival day. Carnival day has been held at Southern Lehigh High School for the students and administration to mark the end of school for many years. After a half day schedule of classes students are dismissed to be served lunch or leave school if excused. After everyones done with lunch the festivities begin! “I think it’s fun to have a day where you can hang out with everyone who you won’t see over the summer.” junior Ben Woroniak said. “Some people take advantage of it by leaving but it’s like a free day, you don’t have to try so what more can you ask for?” During carnival day students walk around, sign each others yearbooks, and go to the stands set up by clubs that have games to win raffle tickets at. A ice cream cart run by Inside Scoop and a bouncey house are also set up for
many students enjoyment. “Free ice cream from the Inside Scoop is always my favorite part about carnival day! There’s always good flavors and friendly workers!” senior Hannah Ozanne said. Nearing the end of the day, a dodgeball tournament is run for any students who sign up with a designated team. All students are welcome to join so all different ages and genders compete against each other. This years winning team consisted of six seniors: Aaron Watkins, Kyle Vogeler, Tyler Mann, Jake FIzer, Troy Reppert, and Chase Asman. To end the day, Mr. Ruch raffles off multiple prizes including a kindle fire HD, a pair of beats, a $100 target gift card, and a visitors parking pass. “The dodgeball tournament was surprisingly easy and the raffle was just pure luck,” said senior Kyle Vogeler who was not only on the winning dodgeball team but also the first winner of the raffle.
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