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November 2018 Volume 12 Issue 01
Too Stern?
What’s What’s Inside Inside
New Assistant Principal -Daniela Rivera
Roaring Fork High School’s (RFHS) new Assistant Principal (AP), Zoe Stern, has been the springboard for conversation among students, staff, and parents as the discipline in the building has transformed. Policies new to both students and parents, but old to the code of conduct, have been enforced more strictly this 20182019 school year. Though students have openly expressed their disagreement with these policies, AP Stern has focused on more strictly enforcing two school policies: student attendance and poor behavior. Administrators exert enormous influence over teacher working conditions and student success; they can make or break school culture. Many students claim that AP Stern’s name is fitting to her personality, but in her opinion, she is simply being consistent to the structures already in place at RFHS. Stern noted that staying consistent with structure means consistency in disciplinary actions for all. Stern also confidently imposes teachable moments and further explained them as the reason she “wakes up every day and loves [her] job.” For example, she believes that members of the RFHS community should use the dress code as a way to discuss what is not professional and appropriate for school. Stern has not yet firsthand “dress-coded” anyone; dress coded being defined as asking students to change into more appropriate clothes. However, there have been incidents where Stern has had “teachable moments” with students. These encounters have more or less been conversations with the objective of expressing and teaching professionalism. Both of the policies have been enforced by Stern´s new lunch detention policy- a consequence of breaking the code of conduct. RFHS has had a detention policy in years past though; it hadn’t been enforced fully until Stern came into the building this fall. Along with this new policy are a few new consequences connected to the detention policy. If a student has detention, then they have three opportunities to serve it, making it a “three strikes and you’re out” rule. If a student fails to attend detention for the third time, they must then serve in-school suspension (ISS). This is because if a responsible student has detention and attends, but others who also received detention choose not to, it will ultimately take away from the “success of the structure.” Attendance secretary Alejandra Baca said, “[last year] I was frustrated because students weren’t taking it [detention] seriously. But this year, the detention assistance has definitely increased and made my job easier.” Stern elaborated that the point of this policy isn’t for students to spend their days in ISS. She further explained that she is spending her days trying to keep students in class so it is “gut-wrenching” to have to pull them out, but she believes in the system and its eventual outcomes. The hopeful end result of these policies is to put responsible, hardworking people into the community. “We build academics in the class, but we build and learn character in the halls, in our partner work, in our communication skills,” said Stern. These skill sets of letting teachers know you won’t be in class or reaching out for help are the things that she believes will bring students success in the real world. Stern also
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pointed out that as students grow older and more mature, the system is “less patient” with them. She explained that it would be a disservice to students if they weren’t taught these lessons. As for the staff, Stern has confidence that they teach their students to “lift the heaviest weight they each can lift.” This is to say that if a student maxes out at twenty pounds, and that’s what they’re carrying, they’re successful, but if they max out at 20 and are only carrying 10, these teachers will push them to max out. For students serving their detentions for infractions relating to ditching or leaving early, Stern believes that it’s essentially the structure of: “You took time here, so you’ll lose time over here.” These policies are also not about the numbers and the attendance rate, but rather they are about developing a culture that learning is important. Teachers work hard to make lessons for students that will be pertinent to each student and if there is no consequence for kids missing classes, then that mentality that school is important won’t ever develop. There’s a huge pride that comes with being a Ram at RFHS, but the staff doesn´t always see that in classrooms. There are amazing teachers in Roaring Fork High School that go home, and continue to plan and work to enrich student experiences. When students don’t show pride or excitement or even interest by not showing up, it sends a message towards the teachers saying students don’t care and ultimately the goal of structure is to change that mentality. A lot of younger students don’t understand what it means to lose class time and once a student is “down the hill”, it’s much harder to come back up. Stern hopes that by implementing structures that reflect the importance of being in class and learning that she can help aide in student success. AP Stern concluded by saying, “It’s definitely difficult because these policies are not bound to win popularity” but she also strongly believes in the system. She wants “...each student to be successful in their realm” and for them to be supported all the way through.
Senior Most New Teacher: Likely To’s Cliff Redish Page 4–5 Page 3
Homecoming Recap! Soccer and Pages 4-5 Baseball Season Wrap-up Page 7
Opinion: RFHS Dress Code Rams Day Page 6 Page 8
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Feature
¿Como Celebramos el Día de Los Muertos?
Jose Rascon
Altares con fotos, calaveritas de azúcar, pan muerto y cosas que hacen que los recordemos, esas personas que fueron muy especial para nosotros, la gente nos contará cómo celebran El Día de Los Muertos. ¿Que es el Dia de Los Muertos? Mucha gente no sabe lo que es. Pero, ¿qué significa para nosotros? Roaring Fork High School (RFHS) junior Bria Gómez explica: “Creo que es un día muy especial para recordar a los que han dejado nuestras vidas. Nosotros hacemos altares y ponemos las comidas favoritas de ellos. Hay mucha gente que ha marchado y nosotros no tenemos un dia en cual nos ponemos a pensar en ellos.” Hispanos piensan que este dia es algo común como el día memorial. En realidad es algo similar, pero hispanos piensan que no, debido a que lo han festejado diferente allá en su país que aquí. Pero por razones no se celebra como se hace en otros países, como una comunidad hispana deberíamos tomar un dia en cual se dedique a pensar y festejar a sus seres queridos. No importa donde sus cuerpos físicos están, lo que importa es que los recuerden en sus mentes. A veces hay personas que no lo celebran porque están muy lejos de sus países. Sheija Binshaban, una empleada de la oficina principal en RFHS, comenta que ella no celebra el Dia de Los Muertos, pero que viene de una familia que si lo celebra. Ella piensa que es un dia muy especial donde recuerda a sus seres queridos. Cuales son las características que describen este dia? Un miembro de la comunidad de Carbondale, Alejandra Nevarez, cuenta sobre sus opiniones: “Para empezar el Dia de Los Muertos es una bonita tradición Mexicana en cuales recordamos aquellos que marcharon de nuestras vidas. Los recordamos
por ir a sus tumbas, limpiarlas alrededor, y llevarles coronas y flores. Esto es un respeto que les damos
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y les indicamos que nosotros todavía nos acordamos de ellos. Yo celebro este día debido a mi padre. Esta es una razón en cual yo celebro este dia, por que yo pienso que mi padre estaría feliz si yo lo celebro en este dia. Yo aun recuerdo a mi padre este año le hice un altar pequeño en mi casa y nos pusimos a comer la comida que a él le fascinaba. Mi madre en México le festeja por ir a su tumba y limpiarle todas las hojas y levantarle la tierra en cual él está enterrado. No hay que dejar tradiciones tan bonitas atrás por que nosotros sabemos que nuestros seres queridos aman cuando los celebramos en este dia tan especial.” Este dia es mas que un dia comun, a muchos de los latinos se acuerdan de este día por las calaveritas. En muchos altares ponen cosas que los seres queridos amaban, y al lado está una calavera o un
esqueleto que significa la ‘Muerte’. Esta tradición es más que una calavera y pan; es de recordar a los seres queridos. Dándoles un tiempo de su vida para ponerles un altar con cosas que ellos amaban, y después dedicar el dia por estar recordandolos. Coco is a children’s movie that depicts what happens when people pass away, and how their loved ones celebrate them after they’re gone. It is common for a lot of people to watch this movie during this time of year, also it is recommended by a lot of people to remember their loved ones as a Dia de Los Muertos tradition. RFHS sophomore Cesar Torres indica que el Dia de Los Muertos es muy diferente a otras tradiciones. Como la tradición americana cual es “Halloween,” estadounidenses se disfrazan para asustar a los espíritus, mientras tanto latinos decoran para atraerlos y tener memorias con ellos más fuerte. Comen el pan muerto para siempre recordarlos en ellos, y las calaveritas simbolizan la muerte. En los Estados Unidos (E.U.), “Halloween” las personas disfrazadas van en casa por casa pidiendo dulces. La perspectiva americana es de nomas pedir dulce o truco y tener diversión. Como latinos le damos mucha importancia a este día ya que en américa no es igual, y algunos no le dan mucha importancia. In some areas like Carbondale, the community members participate in parades, and other activities to celebrate “The Day of the Dead,” with Latinos. For example, Carbondale has a parade dedicated to “The Day of the Dead.” The community hosts activities like dancing, face paint, and a community gathering at the park. In Mexico, the significance towards el Dia de Los Muertos is more respectful. However in the U.S Americans tend to celebrate it for fun.
Un Prieten Român: A Romanian Friend
-Cesar Ayala
With three new foreign exchange students, the 2018-2019 school year is full of diversity and new culture at Roaring Fork High School. Say hello to Oltin Mocanu, a sophomore exchange student from Barlad, Romania. Oltin presents himself with humor and intelligence. Between laughs and bits of conversation, Oltin revealed his enthusiastic outlook and a calm exterior. When he arrived in America, he was treated with respect as people were very interested in his culture and he was interested in ours. Since arriving in Carbondale two months ago, Oltin said that he likes Colorado. Nonetheless, one thing that has been difficult to get used to was not the people, the climate, the school, or even the culture. So, what was it? The food! It’s likely that Oltin probably doesn’t have the palate that a person from America would have because Romanian food is very different from ours. In Romania, they have mamaliga, which is a yellow maize flour porridge, and sarmale, a cabbage roll mostly filled with vegetables and ground beef. Here we have BBQ ribs, burgers, fries, and huge sodas. American food is a lot higher in sodium, fat, and sugar than Romanian food and Oltin simply is not used to it. Nevertheless, his favorite American food is burgers, and one of his favorite foods from Romania is sarmale or mamaliga. Yum! When considering what else he misses from Ro-
mania, Oltin appeared to smile as he noted he misses his bike. In Romania, Oltin loved to bike. He stated, “I could ride my bike all day all over my city without a care in the world.” Even though he misses riding his bike back home, he still rides bikes here with the clean air and green mountains. Oltin is very interested in programing and might think about finding a job in computer science in the future. In Romania, Oltin took some coding lessons, it was difficult for him but fun and interesting. His passion for coding is the reasons he decided to join computer science. One of his other interests is woodwork, so he decided to join woods for fun. Oltin has found that school in Romania is different than here in the US. Let’s say a student did something bad in school. In America, they get detention, ISS, regular suspension, or maybe even expulsion depending on the severity of the infraction. In Romania, if a student had an infraction, they wouldn’t get suspended. Instead, they would lose an elective course. The approach is incentive to make sure the students don’t misbehave, so they keep all their favorite electives. Other than the food, language and school system, Oltin is just like any other teenager: a student trying to get through high school and he’s very grateful to the Rotary program for giving him the chance to come to America.
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Feature -Colin Shapard
Reading About Redish!
What does it take to be a teacher? Roaring Fork High School’s (RFHS) new geography and psychology teacher, Clifford Redish, is here to help answer just that. Redish’s college experience led him to pursue a degree in education, attending the Metropolitan State University (MSU) in Denver for 2 years to acquire his teaching degree. Through his passion and experience, Redish has been able to create a classroom full of engagement and excitement. Redish was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee and went on to receive a degree in history at Indiana University in 2008. For several years after college, he explored the world: travelling, learning, and, in his own words, “better understanding the human experience.” Not only has he travelled throughout the United States, but also he has visited countries such as Nicaragua, Argentina, Myanmar, and many more, doing odd jobs along the way to make ends meet. Travelling with the goal of learning and experiencing life, Redish saw what the world has to offer, and eventually settled down in Colorado. Redish was drawn to teaching through his love of learning, collaboration, and desire to finally settle down. His face lights up when he describes his passion for humanities, the human experience, and his love for learning new things. He can talk for hours about the development of culture and how Americans are “mutts”, or simply the combination of
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many cultures thrown into the melting pot of this ever-changing country. A beaming smile crosses his face when he says that his love for history spurred from how it blew his mind and how he wanted “to
watch other people’s (his student’s) minds be blown.” This is what gives him his unique teaching style: his ability to engage the students and have them looking forward to, and leaving them wondering, what will happen each and every class. Many students talk about Redish’s unconventional teaching style; instead of worksheets and movies, Redish has class discussions and debates about the topics. His approaches to instruction have helped students become more engaged and engrossed in the information. Moreover, many students talk about his laid back attitude, which “creates a more comfortable environment in the classroom.” Although some complain that “he isn’t really teaching”, but rather just giving students information, others argue that the way he is teaching has made a huge difference on their engagement and ability to absorb the information. Redish is a great example of what the qualities help make a teacher: passion, an unwavering drive, and a love for not only learning, but sharing your own knowledge and experiences. Teachers are truly made through experiences, dedication, and a love for helping others. Clifford Redish exemplifies this combination of traits which has enabled him to set up an environment for learning that helps every student, not only learn the information, but truly gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of the subjects at hand, showing what is truly needed to be a teacher.
Senior Spotlight: Lulu Alvarez -Lizzie Allender
Need a study buddy? Ask Lulu because she puts the “stud” in study! Current senior Lulu Alvarez started junior year as a new student to Roaring Fork High School (RFHS). Previously, she attended Glenwood Springs High School, but she made the move to RFHS due to the closure of the Grand Avenue bridge in Glenwood Springs. Despite the fact that Lulu did not necessarily want to move away from her father and brother, her family opted to have her and her sister move in with their grandmother in Carbondale. Her grandmother’s house was familiar to her as she had spent many holidays and weekends there. Roles within her family have been switched; she stays with her Dad and her 10 month old brother on holidays and weekends. According to Lulu, spending weeks away from her Dad and her brother is a struggle. Because her father raised her up until this point, the experience of moving and living under a roof with new rules and approaches to raising a teenager has been challenging. She also wishes she saw more of her brother who lives with their dad as he grows up. As she prepares to graduate in the spring, Lulu looks toward the future. In seven years, she hopes that she will be teaching either first or second grade. She plans to have received her Bachelor degree in teaching and an Associates in
culinary arts from Colorado Mountain College (CMC) or Colorado Mesa University (CMU). She also hopes to be married with a child. Lulu is very excited to go to college and be independent. Like so many other seniors, she is a little nervous. Lulu is very school oriented as she had a difficult junior year. She has math teacher Wendy Boland to thank for pushing her within school and with her academics. Boland helped her with subjects she struggled with. Now she enjoys learning, especially in math. In Lulu’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her younger cousins and helping them with homework. She also enjoys to cooking because it is a kind of art that helps her utilize her creativity. Lulu’s favorite experience at RFHS was her first Homecoming week. She mentioned how Glenwood Spring’s spirit week doesn’t have the same activities as RFHS, such as the truck rally. Lulu wants to be remembered for her kindness and her willingness to help others. Her very close friend senior Nayeli Olivas believes Lulu will be remembered for her beautiful soul and easygoing, humble personality. Nayeli also says that Lulu is very welcoming and she is easy to talk, doing so without judgment. Good luck with the rest of the year, Lulu! Photo Courtesy of Lulu Alvarez
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Here’s Homecom Senior class on a fire truck during the Wednesday ight Truck Rally
Seniors at Brute Volleyball homecoming game on Wednesday
AP Environmental Science Class on Tacky Tourist Tousday
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Who was the tackiest tourist on Tuesday? 1
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Tristan Maker
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Melissa Aguilar
Whose Greek Day outfit was the be 1
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Tristan Ulrych
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ming Recapped! Queen and King, Luxelena Andrade and Ronald Clemente at Potato Days
Seniors Ariana Castillon, Estefany De La Cruz, and Alexia Sida at Truck Rally (left)
*from 137 student responses
Lady Rams Volleyball Team at homecuming game on Tuesday
at RFHS Homecoming Week activities
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And the winners are... Tuesday: 2 Tristan Maker Wednesday: 3 Cathleen McCourt
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Thursday: 2 Lizzie Allender, Lilly Peery, Daniela Rivera, and Ariana Castillon
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News
Are You Wearing Enough? - Ruthie Brown
As students spill into hallways, the empty space is filled with color, texture, and pattern; Roaring Fork High School (RFHS) is a compilation of creativity in fashion choices and expression. RFHS students embody their confidence and uniqueness through clothing. Does the dress code limit this mode of creative expression? Does it restrict expression or does it teach business skills? Are the dress code rules sexist or is the enforcement just inconsistent between genders? Through interviews and observations, I have found it’s a collection of all of these things. “My [clothes] are like an art form,” says tenth grader Brandon Ivan Soto-Lupercio. Like many others, he dresses to express. Students like him use their clothing and appearance to convey emotions, passions, and interests. Senior William Luckett says, “I love to experiment with my fashion choices and I love to try new things on and do new things and try new trends.” Creativity is one of the many reasons students dress the way that they do. For me, the clothing I wear harvests confidence, and confidence is essential in self-love. RFHS sophomore Erica Savard points out that “Dressing for success should be loving ourselves before we go out into the business world.” What does dressing for success mean? In general, when people refer to “dress for success”, they are talking about dressing as though you are at work or a place of formality. It is common within schools, and although RFHS does not focus on it, many teachers agree upon the fact that the reasons dress codes exist within learning environments is because they are preparing students for the business world. Freshman Arlette Gallarda brings forth another strong argument about what is appropriate in the workplace. “I would not wear sweatshirts and sweatpants into a
workplace.” The clothing items mentioned previously are often adorned by students in the school setting, but would not be appropriate in a formal place of work. For many schools, another concern relating to attire is the distraction caused by inappropriate clothing. Dress codes exist in elementary school, and rules such as no spaghetti straps, crop tops, and skirts/shorts shorter than your fingertips have been in place since the first grade. Some believe these rules are mainly directed towards girls. Teachers disagree. They claim that the dress code rules are intended for both females and males, but male student Luckett recalls wearing short shorts to the dance class that he helps to teach, and never being reprimanded for it. Spaghetti straps were not allowed within schools due to their resemblance to bra straps, an piece of clothing many women wear beginning in middle school and is required by high school dress codes. As I indicated before, the rules are implemented in elementary school when students are 6-7 years old, and the rules sexualize these young students. Dress codes point out it is inappropriate to wear short shorts and show off stomachs despite the fact that the subjects of these regulations are children. Recently, some RFHS staff sat down to revise the dress code. With expectations such as no spaghetti straps, and the fingertip rule being abandoned, it is evident that many teachers have recognized problems with the dress code.. As a member of this community, I understand the need for rules in a place of education. I do not want, nor do I plan on being half naked or dressed in a bathing suit at school. Many other students would agree that the rules should be guidelines for those who disagree; however, the sexualization of young
students and inconsistent enforcement between genders is simply unfair. I believe the solution lies in communication between teachers and students as well as students voices being heard. “I dress to be comfortable,” states senior Solana Teitler. Comfort, creativity, and confidence are all factors in both how someone dresses and how they act at school.
Courtesy of Photo Renee Bruell, whose clothing was deemed inappropriate at Carbondale Middle school because of displayed bra straps.
RFHS Football: Touch Down or Sit Down?
- Noah Wheeless
Last year, Roaring Fork High School (RFHS) had a football team made up of 13 students. Now, the team only has 8. So, what does the future of football look like for RFHS? Football is a sport that usually brings high school students together at Friday night games under the lights. Rain or shine, students and the community attend those football games, but now RFHS is in a pickle due to the fact that RFHS does not have many students showing interest in the football program. In addition, there are not many fans that attend the games. Every player on the team hopes that the program will continue throughout upcoming years. Sophomore football player Ruben Samuelson said, “I am very proud of being one of the only football players at RFHS because it is kind of different and special from what everyone else does. I also like the look on everyone’s face when the team gets called down to leave for a game and I am the only one who stands up.” For Samuelson and many other players, football is a brother-
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hood because like any team sport, players need to “build off each other or the team will fall apart.” The team is still united under one goal, which is to bring back the varsity program to RFHS in the next two years. Carbondale Middle School’s (CMS)
8th-grade football team is attempting to help achieve this goal as well. These students will hopefully bring in around 18 players to RFHS’ team. However, that hasn’t been the case in the past. After moving on from 8th grade, students interested in playing
football may choose to go to Glenwood, Basalt, or Aspen high schools because of their football programs. What does this mean for RFHS? The school could be left with a weak program comprised of students who are unmotivated or not confident enough to play football. . According to senior football player Layne Crisp, football has been a consistent part of his high school lifestyle. As a freshman, he was part of the team and also watched the games. Crisp expressed that the program “is not going downhill, it’s just going downhill at the moment, but it will be going uphill soon with these new 8th graders coming in. With the help of the lower classmen, we can start to rebuild the once great RFHS football program.” As the season comes to a close, RFHS is faced with a troubling question, whether to continue the football program or to end it all. Will the upcoming 8th graders come to the high school strong and ready to play football? Or will the team dissolve due to lack of participation?
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-Kira Ettelson
Sports Clean Slate for the Lady Rams
Although the Lady Rams ended last season in almost last place, they’re closing this season close to the top twenty in the state! This year, the Roaring Fork High School (RFHS) volleyball team has all new coaches, and their experience has been better than in years past. New coaches have led to significant change for the players, so how are the Lady Rams adapting? Junior Varsity (JV) player and 11th grader Lucy Meade commented, “The team has changed a lot, but with the new coaches, the team has changed in a positive way.” Teammate Ruby Fuller agreed with her adding, “We are more motivated to win this year, [while] last year the team seemed ok with losing.” Meade explained that in years past, players felt that the coaches relied on the players to enter the season with all the skills they needed to know to play volleyball. “The [past] coaches did not really coach us,” said Meade. By comparing this year’s record to last year’s, it is evident that the
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team has improved. As the season wraps up, the RFHS volleyball team has won around half the games they have played. Meade said, “Because of
the effort and the positive energy the coaches put into the team, we are able to win more games.” Fuller followed that by stating, “This year compared to
Rams’ Soccer Coaches: Paving the Way to a Title
last year is going a whole lot better.” One specific change included adding weights and conditioning coaches to the practice regime. “Having a strong routine helps us see our progress, I think they are a great addition to the team,” Fuller stated. Other players believe it is making them stronger, and believe that it is helping to prevent injuries. With these new improvements, the team is leading a well-paved path for future Lady Rams. As the volleyball season comes to an end, the girls have won some and lost some, but overall the feeling is they are coming back from last season’s losses. Athletic Director Jade Bath says, “The team got a taste of success and is proving to be a better team than years past.” With the new coaches, and the changes they have implemented, have made a very positive impact on the team. With an older and more experienced team next year, we look forward to an even stronger volleyball program in the future!
Basketball Season is Here!
-Connor Brennan
As the days get colder, wetter, and shorter, Roaring Fork High School’s (RFHS) well-oiled soccer team continues their nearly flawless season with the help of capable, energetic team leaders and a supportive, enthusiastic coaching staff. From game day strategizing to fundamentals and conditioning at practice, this fall, the coaches were looking to provide all the tools for a state championship. Since the beginning of the season, the Rams’ three coaches have worked together to coach JV and Varsity. With all the coaches, plus 14 seniors, there are many different thoughts on how to accomplish a skill during practice and in games. Just sharing and talking through new approaches and techniques can help the team sharpen their skills even without applying the technique in practice. With so many different ideas, players can be overwhelmed and forget to really enjoy what the team and family they are part of. Senior soccer player Will Rose says, “[The coaches] sometimes forget that we are teenagers and often don’t love coming to practice.” In addition, Rose explains that “[the coaches] have helped us come together” as a team, which is a key part of playing soccer. After 12 wins and three losses last year in their regular, scheduled season, the Rams made it to the quarter-finals (great eight). So far this year, the team had 12 wins, one tie, and one loss in their regular season and have big hopes for playoffs. After two final wins before the end of the regular season, they are looking to make a deep run into the playoffs, and they have an ideal opportunity to be part of an extraordinary team. However, unfocused practices and not playing as a team can show on the field, which is what happened when the Rams went to play Basalt High School.
Courtesy of Sue Rollyson The painful three to two loss in overtime against Basalt was a real wake-up call for the Rams. Coaches and players alike all knew that their attitude and demeanor needed to change if they want to make it to the championship game as they had hoped. There’s still time before they play more difficult teams in the playoffs to work out issues with practice ability, game effort, and strategy. With a championship in mind, the community is cheering for the Rams.
Upcoming Events: Brenda Patch Tournament (Nov. 30th)
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348 Main St. Carbondale, CO 81623 Overview: If you are looking for a place to eat right in the heart of Carbondale, then Roosters could be the place for you! Although it has received mixed reviews, Roosters’ accessible location right on Main Street makes it a great place to eat. Roosters provides a brunch menu from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The restaurant then closes temporarily until reopening at 5 p.m. through 9:30 p.m. for their dinner menu. The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing with rustic contemporary decor and large windows that provide a view of downtown Carbondale. There is also a gorgeous patio with outdoor seating available throughout spring, summer, and fall. How to get there: Roosters is located in Carbondale, where the restaurant Town
Entertainment Food for Thought: Roosters used to be. You can find it at the end of Main Street across from Phat Thai, The Pour House, Miser’s and Allegria. What To Do: Whether you like eggs and bacon or filet mignon, head to Roosters with friends or family for a sit-down meal. Try their unique appetizers and entrees and see what you think. Because it is located in the center of town, going to Roosters during First Fridays or during another fun event in Carbondale is a great option! Words to the wise: If you’re planning on eating at the Smithy, make sure you keep Roosters in mind so when there’s that 45 minute wait at the Smithy, you can just walk down the street to Roosters and get your grub on!
Reviews from Roaring Fork’s Students and Staff members: “I loved the location and vibes, but the food was average with a very high price.” - Junior Henri Jones “I think it is prime-time location in terms of Carbondale, [but] I was a little let down by
the food to be quite honest,” -Mary Kate Deacy (teacher) “I preferred the brunch menu, very worth my money... though I wouldn’t go back for dinner.” - Junior Travis Ochko
Star Rating: Price Rating: $$$
Rampage Staff Editors in Chief Solana Teitler Tyler Gruel
Editorial Staff Feature Editor Lilly Peery News Editor Ruthie Brown Focus Editors Solana Teitler Tyler Gruel Sports Editor Ruby Fuller
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The Fire Burns Low, But the Spirit Stays High!
Entertainment Editor Daniela Rivera Copy Editors Tyler Gruel Lilly Peery Solana Teitler Daniela Rivera
-Ray Seigfried
Due to fire restrictions, there was no homecoming bonfire this year. Instead, Student Council (StuCo) chose to host a movie night featuring Black Panther. When asked about the decision to host a movie, StuCo member Jessica Kollar explained that StuCo had spoken to local leaders and were told that the bonfire would not be a possibility for this year’s homecoming week due to the fire restrictions. In response to the situation, StuCo made the executive de-
Heard In the Hallways “What is an alley but a big hallway where you can mug people?” “Don’t I sound like Lil John when I scream?”
cision to host an outside drive-in movie night. Kollar said that planning this event was more complicated than planning a bonfire would have been. “The movie was harder because it was not something that had been done annually.” In addition, many students were upset about the fact that one of their favorite Homecoming traditions would not be taking place. As if StuCo hadn’t encountered enough obstacles in the planning of this event, yet another emerged. Unexpected weather on the night of the movie caused the event to be moved inside to the auditeria (auditorium/cafeteria). On Thursday evening, close to 70 students attended the Black Panther showing, carrying their own pillows and blankets to re-
“These are not old boy pants, these are young boy pants I’ve still got time to learn.” “I’m going to do the old commit a crime and then dye my beard pink”
lax during the movie. Links Leaders, peer mentors who welcome incoming freshmen, provided free hot dogs at the event. Additionally, RFHS Booster Club kindly offered to sell snacks with the support of StuCo members. All in all, the homecoming movie night turned out to be quite the success. Hopefully next year RFHS students will be able to attend the traditional bonfire, but maybe the movie night could be a new addition to the fun week.
Journalists
Colin Shapard Jose Rascon Cesar Ayala Lizzie Allender Noah Wheeles Connor Brennan Ray Siegfried Kira Ettleson
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