Volume 44, Issue II

How Useful is Boar d Welcomes Fir st I nvestigation into Cryptoquote Puzzle: the Prep's Diver sity Lunch Pass Offered M onday Advisor y? Female President Op/Deb: Pg 15 Features: Pg. 6 .Entertainment: Pg. 10 News: Pg. 2

Football Team off to Strong Star t Spor ts: Pg. 17

Vol. 44, I ssue I I

The Student Newspaper of St. Joseph's Prep

October 5, 2018

Petr uzzelli Resigns, Prep Students Sur pr ised By L iam Gr ugan '19

After his one-year tenure in the M ain Office, Petr uzzelli is set to retur n to the Bethlehem area to fulfill his long-ter m goal of assisting students str uggling with substance abuse and addiction.

(Photo: Liam Grugan '19)

On the Wednesday morning of the second week of his second year, Mr. John Petruzzelli stood overlooking the influx of groggy students from the rail of the senior lounge as an email notifying the Prep community of his resignation was sent out by the President?s Office. There was no ulterior motive, no scandal, no dark reason for his sudden departure. He was leaving to become principal at Kolbe Academy, the first Catholic rehabilitation high school in the country, and though he jumped at the opportunity to help kids struggling with addiction, he first had to find a way to leave the ones he?d come to love in his short, second term at the Prep. On this Wednesday morning, he?d known for a little over a week of his impending departure, but had yet to share it with the student body: the positive effect on whom would be his truest legacy. The impact Mr. Petruzzelli had on the students is best exemplified in their shock at his departure. Michael Marchese '19 reflects, saying "I was shocked. I'm still in shock. It just feels like yesterday he was roaming the halls." (Continued on Page 2)

Petition to Change M eek M ill Honor s Victims of I D Policy Fails Gun Violence in Philadelphia By Car l Whittington '19

By Ned Bur ke '19 The grace period is over and the crackdown has begun, much to the fear of all the freshman. Any sophomore, junior, or senior can recall the heart- stopping moment where he was simply eating lunch in the Dining Hall when he heard the inevitable, ?Where?s your Student ID?? by Dean Greene or Mr. Monroe. Yet as he looked down at his shirt with an unbuttoned top button, his Student ID was nowhere to be seen. This poor soul would soon have to take the long, lonely walk to JUG. As any veteran Prepper

knows all too well, the second week of the school is the beginning of the disciplinary actions regarding uniform violations, specifically the clear display of a one?s Student ID on his person. The requirement that every student must have his ID around his neck at all school hours has been a standard rule for years. The purpose of this requirement is mainly safety, so that each student can be identified clearly as a Prep student and not an intruder. Failure to abide by this rule results in JUG for that day.

Every year, Jay- Z takes over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Labor Day Weekend with the annual Made In America Festival. This year?s festival saw headliners like Nicki Minaj, Post- Malone and Diplo. These headlining performances, however, were not the performance that made the biggest or most important impact. On the festival?s opening night Philadelphia?s own, Meek Mill, gave a particularly impactful performance, especially for the friends and family of gun violence victims in Philadelphia.

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Meek began his performance with a salute to his city with his new song ?Millidelphia? from his most recent EP.

Philly native Meek Mill honored Sal DiNubile '19, among many others who have recently lost their lives due to gun violence.

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Petr uzzelli Chooses to Resign from the Prep One of his biggest regrets is being unable to continue to help enact Fr. Swope's Strategic Plan (Continued from Front Page) Cole Kryjer '19 cites a mishandling of the announcement for its firework, troubled reception: "I knew the guy. I liked him. I thought that the way they conducted it was poor. I felt like Mr. Petruzzelli should have come out and talked to us." Jacob Davis '19 shares the same feeling as many of his peers. He says his primary question is "why now?" And continues to assert that "It should not have been a celebration of Mr. Z. taking over, but more of an explanation why Petruzzelli is leaving." But, though he leaves ripples behind him, the simple answer is that there was no scandal forcing him out. One must remember that he came in a time of great confusion around the school. The grading scale was new, the early twentieth-century schedule was updated, and a new face was charged with engaging the student body. Mr. Petruzzelli faced it all smiling. He began ambitiously in the summer of 2017, calling upon rising seniors to gather groups of their friends for lunch meetings, so that the incoming principal could reacquaint

himself with the student population. He joked, he listened, he laughed, but most importantly he took mental notes. This was merely a preview of the year to come. Perhaps his most memorable mission was to learn the name of each Prep student. He admits with a degree of earnest shame, ?I?m disappointed I didn?t get to know every student?s name: I came close with 600 and some this past year.? But he continues optimistically, saying, ?I think you always have disappointments, but, even though it was a short year, I feel proud of the work that we did.? The strides he and his team made, however, were not achieved alone. He spoke fondly of his ?mentor,? Rev. John Swope, S.J. ?72. In fact, he finds one of his biggest regrets about leaving the school to be his inability to continue in helping enact Fr. Swope?s Strategic Plan. Though he has relinquished his role in its fruition, Mr. Petruzzelli has no doubt in its inevitable, beneficial realization. This faith is derived primarily from his great faith in Fr. Swope. He expands, saying ?I love working with Father Swope? as an alum[nus], he

loves this school and he wants what?s best for it, and that?s the reason why he does things that he?s doing. That?s why he?s spearheaded this Strategic Plan. That?s why he wants to see the building remodeled. That?s why they?re trying to raise money so that they continue to do great things here. That?s why he has this initiative of Cura Urbi.? He looks to the impact Fr. Swope will have on his future at Kolbe and says ?When you become an administrator, you take a little bit of your mentors with you.? But, sometimes, it?s easy as a student to feel neglected when faced with all the shifts in the community. Moreover it?s easy to wonder how these plans, being enacted long after the current population graduates, affect the current needs of the students. Faced with the impact of change as great as the school has seen in these past few years, Mr. Petruzzelli takes a sympathetic, but objective stance. ?While change is not necessarily bad, change gets old after a while? but the way I look at it, [it?s] all for the betterment of the school, all for the betterment of the kids, and ultimately that?s what I hang my hat on.? The role of the

common charism, ?Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam,? shined through in Petruzzelli?s plans for the school. He admits ?I never thought I?d come back a second time,? but ?for me, it?s been one of the greatest experiences I?ve had... And that?s what makes it so hard to leave...There?s nothing like a Jesuit high school.? It is the life of this same Jesuit identity in the halls that has truly defined his experience, and he hopes that the student body will open to his replacement. He explains, ?I would never want anybody to be compared to me. I certainly don?t want to be compared to the people I followed? ? But he expects that his replacement fit a pretty standard set of guidelines. ?I would hope that whoever comes in takes a hold of the Strategic Plan, gets to know the kids, goes on service trips, goes on Kairos and the Ignite Retreat, and really has those great experiences while they?re running the school.? The word of advice he has for the students is ?be the loving, compassionate men that you?ve been for the year that I?ve been here and when you exude that, people naturally come toward that -- how could

you not? - - and it?s something that draws your heart in, as corny as that might sound.? As he said this, the true pain of the decision crept onto his face. In his soberest moment, he looked to door and assessed his time, saying, ?As I reflect these past couple weeks, they?re the things I?ve been thinking about; and that?s the thing that makes me sad about leaving is the kids. I had a wonderful opportunity with Fr. Swope, I had a great admin team with Mrs. Kettinger, Mr. Ghee, Mr. Hart, Mr. Jones, Dr. Berna, Mr. Greene, so supportive, wonderful people like Nancy [Moule]... You know, I?ve always said it?s easy to do what you love, but it?s hard to leave what you love.? Perhaps the more apt thought would have been ?It?s easy to live where you?re loved, but it?s hard to leave where you?re loved.? Here sat a man who?d devoted all his efforts to the care of the students, who?d spent the past year getting reacclimated to the school where he planned to retire, fighting in vain against tears as he struggled to attribute a quotation he?d picked up from a friend: ?Man plans and God laughs.?

"We wish Mr. Petruzzelli the best in his role there. Since joining the Prep last September, he has been a valuable member of our team... We were impressed by his work ethic and his love for the mission and students of the school." -- Rev. John W. Swope, S.J. '72 President

Boar d of Tr ustees Appoints Fir st Female President This year, for the first time in the history of the Prep, the Board of Trustees has a female Chair. Occupying this position is Ms. Shawn Bort, who was the Vice Chair for the Board previously. The Prep, known for its rich tradition, is also constantly improving and making changes that benefit the school. The Board of Trustees continues to consist mostly of alumni but there has been a shift in its nature in recent years. While an alumni perspective on the school is undoubtedly beneficial, expanding the background of the Board has also proven to be effective. While Ms. Bort is not an alumnus of the Prep, she has close connections to Jesuit education, as her older brother attended the University of Detroit Jesuit High School. Seeing the importance of the Jesuit experience from her family, she chose to attend Marquette University, a Jesuit institution. When asked about her experience with the Prep and what makes the school so special to her, she said, ?The Prep can make a lasting differ-

ence in the lives of our students. When we are truly successful at that, we change not just one boy, but our communities and, ultimately, our world. The Prep was phenomenal for my own son and I am happy to help ensure that same experience is available for generations to come.? Now, through her leadership of the Board of Trustees, she is guiding the school forward while preserving the Jesuit ideology. Being a member of the Board is no easy task and the responsibilities of the job are of the utmost importance. The decisions made by the Board affect the whole school, from the administration down to the freshmen. They often aren?t seen by the students but their impact cannot be underestimated. Their power is at the broadest level, weighing in on everything from renovations to a new principal. Being a detached governing body, they are able to guide the direction taken by the school. Ms. Bort shared the current focus of the Board: ?The strategic plan, ?Many Parts, One Prep? serves as the

context for the work of the board. This year we will begin to look at our market - demographic trends, for example and the evolving academic expectations of parents and prospective students.? Not only do they influence the internal function of the school, they also contribute to the public image of the school, providing a solid foundation for Jesuit education to thrive. With a recent departure from the administration, the Board of Trustees has taken on the task of searching for a replacement. ?Our biggest short term impact will be in support of Fr. Swope in the search for a new principal. A skilled, engaged principal committed to the ideals of Jesuit education is key to continuing the success of the Prep and I am confident we will find the perfect candidate.? Ms. Bort believes firmly that St. Joe?s Prep is more than just a school; it is a community that prepares its members to succeed in life. The positive impact on students that the Prep provides is matched only by Ms. Bort?s positive impact on the school itself. She shows her

dedication to the Prep everyday through her efforts as the Board Chair, working to shape the future of the school and maintain our myriad traditions. Working behind the scenes, the Board helps to ensure the smooth op-

eration of the school day in and day out. With the leadership provided by Ms. Bort, the Prep continues to excel at creating men for and with others and constantly changing the school for_the_better. (Photo: St. Joe's Prep)

By Fr ank Coyne '19

Ms. Bort is very excited to enter her historic role as the President of the Board of Trustees.

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Assistance for L ear ning Disabilities For malized By M att M ar hefka '19 When senior Christian Giuliani, '19, suffered a concussion two years ago, he was confident that the Prep would help him keep up with his academic work, despite the fact that after a concussion it can be easy to fall behind in school. But here at the Prep, Giuliani said, ?the teachers are very accommodating and my counselor helped guide me to make up work.? Concussions are not the only cognitive challenge that students face within their academic work.

Learning challenges are often confronted by a counselor?s initial aid. Dr. John Berna from the Counseling Department said, ?the primary responsibility for overseeing the services provided fall on the counselor.? Berna said that the counselor?s main job is ?to work with the teacher, parent, and the student? in order to

foster a communal relationship that supports the student. The Counseling Department treats each student personally to help determine ?how and what services are provided.? Through the counselor?s personalized help in developing a plan of action, additional support services may be utilized. The Prep community also receives Catapult Services. These services include two additional counselors to whom students may be referred. Mrs. Auerbach, Ms. Reiff and Mr. Santora are at the Prep full-time through Catapult. Their offices are located on the second and third floors of Villager. Catapult also provides additional support specialists that are available as needed, including a school

(Photo: St. Joe's Prep)

The Prep?s daunting workload may seem insurmountable at times, especially if students are struggling with any learning challenges. ADHD Statistics

reveal that, on average, a classroom of 30 students has 1 to 3 peers struggling with ADHD, a categorized learning challenge. In addition, concussions have skyrocketed 200% among teens in the last decade, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. An increase with students struggling should be matched with an ample amount of resources, a fact that is often unknown to many students.

The hope is that now this image of the Prep's 2018 graduation ceremony at the Hagan Arena at SJU will be an attainable goal for all students, regardless of limitations.

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A sometimes overlooked resource includes peer tutoring through the National Honor Society. Mrs. Auerbach helps coordinate and execute the operation involving Prep upperclassmen tutoring anyone who wishes to stop in. These student-tutors have been through the same classes and know the material. The NHS Tutor Center can be found on the second floor of Villiger Hall, in an almost vestibule space before entering Dr. Gillespie?s office. Other student supports are provided directly through a classroom environment, including preferential seating and extra time. The latter involves the coordination of parents, teachers, and the student?s counselor. Dr. Berna explains, ?the student who qualifies must meet with their teacher to determine how accommodations will be implemented.? Extra time for tests is the most common accommodation and has become easier to implement because of the Prep?s modified schedule. Students now have more free time, meaning teachers may take advantage of community or free periods. Other options include using time before or after school to complete graded assessments. The referral for extra help can come from a teacher, parent or student. Dr. William

Gillespie shares how counselors reach out if they view ?a distinct discrepancy in academic performance with standardized testing.? This contrast strikes attention because students are not performing as expected in relation to how they perform in other environments. Gillespie continues how counselors may observe, ?a strong strength in one area and a deficit in another? for students, say between writing and vocab, and that can commence the process for extra testing. The eligibility for support services is then discussed among parents, the counselor and teachers. Mr. Kearney believes, ?learning challenges are often stigmatized at an institution that prides itself in academics.? However, students should believe that ?a learning challenge is not an indication of incompetence.? Mr. Kearney explains how often students acknowledge their troubles half way through the year. Proceeding forward, Mr. Kearney believes the matter can be destigmatized in order to fully aid the student. On a related topic, what should you do if you suddenly find yourself with a concussion? Giuliani, '19, advises that students, ?communicate well with their teachers and counselors,? because symptoms and other challenges should be addressed and not ignored.

MobileServeRevolutionizesService Requirement This year the Mission and Ministry Office is introducing a new system in order to make the service requirement even easier. The new system runs through an app called MobileServe. The app, which is available for access on both phones and Chromebooks alike, allows students to log their hours directly from their electronic devices. The app looks to eliminate any need for sign- in sheets or complicated processes when one is doing service. The purpose of the switch to the app is to allow students to not worry about their service hours while they are doing service. With the app there is no need to check- in beforehand, or sign a sheet saying that the student attended the service. In order to log one?s hours, the student must simply open the app, input the number of hours served, add the service moderators email, and submit the hours. Along with being able to log the hours, students are also able to track their total number of hours completed.

Another feature in the app includes a map showcasing where the student has performed service during their time at the Prep, giving the student a perspective as to where their impact has reached.

email to the moderator, and once confirmation is received the student will have those service hours added to their total. This allows students to engage in more service outside of the Prep without worry about their

service hours. Students can find the directions to sign up for MobileServe either in the multiple emails sent by Mr.Poole, or on the Prep website under the ?Service Requirements? tab in

the Jesuit Mission webpage. Students must sign up for the app before they can receive any service hours for the year. Students with any questions should either see or email Mr.Poole at tpoole@sjprep.org.

The Mission and Ministry Office chose to switch to the app to allow students to become fully immersed in their service, without any worry about service hours. The app will help students to focus more on serving, rather than the numbers associated with service. As Mr. Tim Poole, the Associate Campus Minister for Ignatian Service, says ?Ideally it (MobileServe) will encourage students to do more and to be more involved. They will be able to see their progress and be much more aware of all of the opportunities we provide.? The app also allows for students to more easily receive hours for service done outside of the Prep. MobileServe allows students to simply provide the email of the person running the service. The app then sends a confirmation

(Photo: David McCabe '19)

By Scott Hibbs '19

Prep Students on the biannual service trip to Bayou la Batre, Alabama this past summer

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M eek M ill Honor s DiNubile '19 at M ade I n Amer ica (Continued from Front Page) He followed this song other songs, both new and old, ending his setlist with the all too familiar album intro ?Dreams and Nightmares.? It was Meek?s performance of ?We Ball,? a song from his studio album Dreams Worth More Than Money featuring Young Thug.

performance described seeing Sal?s picture on Meek?s performance stage as legendary. ?It was amazing to see Sal onscreen, and to see Meek recognize Sal in that environment,? he said. ?It?s safe to say that every Prep kid who was there felt the same.?

In the song, Meek talks about the loss of his mentee, Lil Snupe, to gun violence and the trauma of losing friends and family to violence. While he was performing the already emotional song, a slideshow of pictures of victims of gun violence from 2017 and 2018 flashed behind him. In this slideshow, a picture of Sal DiNubile, a beloved son, brother, and Prep student who fell victim to gun violence almost a year ago in October 2017, flashed on the Made In America stage.

Tyriq Jones-Garland, another Prep senior confirmed the honesty in Richardson?s statement saying, ?My initial reaction was pure satisfaction. The fact that notable people in today's society, such as Meek, notice the unnecessary violence that goes on [throughout] Philly. To see him go as far as including [Sal] with a bunch of other people whose lives were sadly cut short brought me nothing but happiness.? A simple yet powerful gesture from Meek Mill, as Tyriq says, ?let [the city] know that he stands with us and our long fight against the violence circling in the city.?

Joe Richardson, a Prep senior who was present for Meek?s

Seeing Sal?s face on Meek?s stage did not only touch the

(L to R) Cole Keeney '19, Nick Corrado '19 and Sal DiNubile '19 pictured Freshman year hearts of his friends and family, it touched the hearts of everyone who was in attendance, especially those who have lost family and friends of their own. For example, St. Basil?s senior Hannah Carew talks of seeing not only Sal in Meek?s slideshow, but her cousin Kristian Marche. Kristian was a star track athlete who was shot and

killed this past summer, a day before heading to Penn State University. ?I was so surprised seeing Kristian up there on that screen, but at the same time I felt proud that he touched that many people.? She went on to say, ?It felt as if more people besides family and teammates cared about him. His death affected many people, and it was

touching to see someone so big in the industry cared and invested their time to pay respect to Kristian.? (Photo: Jack Olson '19)

A moment that only lasted a second, a flash on a screen, will be remembered as a legendary salute to Sal and the other victims of gun violence in_Philadelphia.

18-19 Year Offer s New and I mproved Schedule By M atthew Bae '21 With the 2018- 2019 year in full swing, students may find that there have been a few changes to their daily lives. One such change is that Advisory is now every Monday, instead of every G day. The reasoning for this change is that the faculty and staff wanted a more consistent place for students to meet. Having Advisories every Monday also makes it easier to schedule guest speakers and complete certain tasks such as filling out the answer sheets for the PSATs, which a majority of the

school will be taking in October. With Advisory every G day, there was little time to get any ?Advisory things,? done because of guest speakers or assemblies taking up the time. Having advisories every Monday creates a set time for students to meet while also opening up time for speakers, etc. Mrs. Kettinger believes the Advisory has the potential to be much more: ?We want the advisory to turn into what homerooms were, but beyond that.? As far as the schedule, freshmen and seniors lunches been

swapped. This solution was proposed to help eliminate last year?s problem of a group juniors receiving 10- minute lunches. This discrepancy was caused by juniors having to attend two 65 minute classes a few days during the cycle. As a result, their regular 30 minute lunch was 20 minutes shorter. Coming into the new school year, all students received new Chromebooks. The new laptops this year are more versatile. In a way that was previously impossible, students can now interact with their Chromebooks via the touch-

screen and new stylus. Going forward, students may see teachers using the new functions of the Chromebooks to enhance the learning experience in their classroom. This year, the Prep has adapted a new way to sign up for community period, the Powerschool Adaptive Scheduler. The main reason for this change was so that teachers would be able to take attendance more easily. The Adaptive Scheduler is also an easier way for student to sign up for community period activities.

As for any future changes here at the Prep, there could be a change in the classroom makeup of Advisory. "Originally, Advisory was designed to include about 6 students from each grade, but the Guidance Department preferred to have it divided by class so that it could be used as a guidance period, if needed," says Mrs. Kettinger. Having Advisory with students from all grade levels could prove beneficial. For example, seniors would be able to interact with the freshmen and share their experiences and give advice.

L ederer '13 to Shoulder New Responsibilities As Mr. Petruzelli leaves as principal, former principal Mr. Zazyczny will step up and take responsibility. Unfortunately, Zazyczny will have to leave behind his freshman history classes. The one man for the job is an astute English teacher who is more than capable for this role. A proud graduate of the class of 2013, Thomas Lederer is straight out of the Alumni Service Core and already has a year of Freshman English under his belt. He knew right when he graduated college that the Prep was the perfect place for him and he has shown that thus far in his teaching career. He still has many connections with the Prep which is all the more reason to stay as close and connected as

possible, especially with the passion of teaching and relaying knowledge to as many ears he can get a hold of. The task of teaching two subjects over the spread of five classes was only a challenge he is more than prepared to accept. ?The two subjects have always coexisted with me where I have constantly used history as a base for English. I have been interested in history for as long as I can remember. There are a lot more fascinating stories from history than anything that has come through Hollywood.? With a love for history backed up by his love for teaching, the rest of the school year will without doubt see a new side of history.

With the new schedule confusing students as well as staff, incorporating 5 different classes will not be a walk in the park because previously, Mr. Lederer only had two classes to juggle. ?The material isn?t too far apart from each other when it comes to teaching both of them. I bring in a lot of different subjects to the table including philosophy and science which surprisingly can go hand in hand with incredible effect.? Seeing how the rest of the 2018 year plays out will be an adventure for him and many others. One thing for sure is that whoever is in any of his classes will assuredly be in for a mixed bag of surprises each one more interesting than the next.

(Photo: David McCabe '19)

By Max Coyne '21

Mr. Lederer '13 getting lively at a Forensics meeting after school

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I gnatian I dentity Committee For med A new representative committee is forming within the Prep community, and its sole purpose is furthering the Jesuit Identity of the school with a specific focus on Ignatian Identity Week, the 21st to the 25th of January. The celebration formerly known as ?Ignatian Heritage Week," has been in decline in recent years and the new Ignatian Identity Committee, headed by Fr. Chuck Frederico, SJ, hopes to counteract that. This new committee is part of a push by administration to improve the Ignatian Identity of the school as a whole. On this, Fr. Frederico said, ?Ignatian Identity is the key component of the school being a Catholic and Jesuit Institution. So the committee will serve to help spread the mission and to help people see that all of us are participating.? This goal of total participation has been striven for by the Mission and Ministry Department for years. The installation of a Mission and Ministry Leadership Board six years ago was meant to spread that goal to the student body. As student leaders, the Board hopes to serve as ambassadors of the mission and

elicit the passion for Ignatian Identity through service, retreats, liturgy, and other areas. In addition to the student group, there is a Board of Trustees Committee that works to monitor and support the mission in any way possible. They have worked with the Leadership Board and the Mission and Ministry faculty in the past to improve or change areas such as service trips, however direct communication between the two bodied is rare and rather difficult. Father Frederico hopes that this new committee will be the bridge between the two existing ones. Its idea was conceived through a program in which representatives from other Jesuit schools across the Province and Country come to observe the Jesuit high schools. The idea is to look at how each school is living out its mission and identity, and provide constructive feedback on how their methods can be improved. One main object of criticism in our most recent visit was the lack of a unifying body. Father Frederico believes this committee is the solution, ?You?ll notice the committee has people from all angles of

the school, not just someone from the Liberal Arts, but someone from the Sciences, not just a student, but an alum and a parent too. So we can see the heart of the institution through the lens of so many different experiences.? The committee consists of Aidan Connor '21, Mr. Andrew Fabry, Ms. Julie Linquata P '20, Mr. Jonathan Pohlig ?02, Jeffrey Russell '20, Ms. Audrey Schwenger P'16 (Trustee), Ms. Beth Vander Vennet P?15, ?17 (Chief Marketing Officer), and Mr. Andrew Whelan (English Teacher) One particular strength of the committee is the presence of student voices. Sophomore Aidan Connor was quick to express his excitement when he stated that, ?As only a

sophomore it feels great to be included as a part of this committee, and to have a say in the planning and execution of Ignatian Identity Week.?

in someone from a student all the way to a Board of Trustees member,? explained Fr. Frederico when asked of the tangible goals and aims of the week.

The week itself in January is very much in the works; its planning has yet to begin. It may have shared aspects with weeks we have seen in the past, though the student body can also hope to see additions and improvements all over. The main speaker has already been selected, though the Mission and Ministry office is saving their announcement. ?Ignatian Identity Week hopes to demonstrate and celebrate how the school is exhibiting the mission in every component. In the curriculars, in the co- curriculars, in all the constituencies. You know, it is felt

Jeffrey Russell ?20 sums the intended ideas and values of the committee and its members by saying, ?I?ve always been fascinated with the mission of out school and Ignatian Spirituality. Being able to help plan a week that revolves around what the Prep is about is a dream come true. Having the privilege to be on a committee with some of the most respected people at in the Prep community as been such a blessing. I can?t wait to see what ideas and plans we all come up with for the benefit of our school community.?

(Photo: St. Joe's Prep)

By Joe Scott '19

The I gnatian I dentity Committee is a part of Goal One of the Prep'sStrategic Plan: "Living Our Catholic and Jesuit Mission"

Senior s Fight the Power...and L ose However, one certain senior advisory group decided to use their voices to object to the ID policy, denouncing it as unfair, harsh, and harmful to their popularity. These enterprising seniors drew up a petition, which the entirety of the advisory signed. The formal document stated that, "students should be allowed to have their IDs in their bags instead of around their necks," as placing it around one?s neck is considered uncool by Prep students. After the petition was signed, it was sent to the Dean's Office. As well thought out and deep as this petition was, a few did not expect it to amount to anything. Jack O'Neill '19 a member of the advisory group stated, ?I signed the petition as a joke. Pretty much the whole class did it for the meme.? This sentiment was shared by some of the students in the advisory, however others felt very

strongly about the matter. Despite the slightly whimsical nature of the petition, the school Dean's Office quickly shut down the petition. An email sent to the entire senior class bluntly stated that there would be no such changes to

the Student ID policy, firmly citing that the reason of safety and that, ?Your length of time, notoriety or popularity is irrelevant.? As always in the beginning of the school year, many stu-

dents are disgruntled about the dress code rules and policies here at the Prep, thinking them harsh, unnecessary, and harmful to their popularity. Every year, many brave crusaders hope to protest these rules by ways of petitions or demon-

strations. However, these valiant students generally end up serving JUG. And while their courage is greatly admired, some rules and standards will simply never change.

(Photo:Ned Burke '19)

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The reinforcements of the I D rule are a common sight on the Dining Hall TVs.

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I nvestigation: Diver sity at the Prep Racial Diversity of Student Body by Percent

By David M cCabe ?19 The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at St. Joe?s Prep is one of the youngest offices that exist at the Prep. It is only ten years old. But in that time it has developed a noble and fitting purpose to ?create a welcoming and inclusive environment at the Prep.? Ms. Ebony Porter is the director of Diversity and Inclusion. She was the first woman to serve in this role when she came to the Prep at the beginning of last year. With her coming into the position, the office was also moved under the jurisdiction of the Mission & Ministry Department because ?the Prep wanted diversity & inclusion to be at the core of the school,? says Porter.

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The duties of Ms. Porter include being ?responsible for programming and training centered around diversity & inclusion. I also partner with a variety of departments to improve our recruitment and retention efforts for diverse candidates. I am also responsible for strengthening our community outreach and I meet monthly with 18 local block captains who represent over 240 families in our community. Overall I want students to become more aware of themselves, others, and issues that impact our communities.? Ms. Porter and the Diversity office offer a variety of events including the Multicultural Student and Family Fall Welcome and the Bakari awards in the spring. Diversity training for faculty is not currently mandatory ?but faculty have attended a number of programs offered through my office. In January 2019 faculty will attend unconscious bias training,? says Porter. However successful the office is with its initiatives and programs, some, like Isaiah Franco ?19, feel that ?the ulti-

mate results of the office are not ardently advertised.? What he means is that the actual statistics of the diversity of the Prep are not endorsed thoroughly. So, looking into the actual diversity of the student body and all adults in the building proved to be an easy enough task. The information was all collected for this past school year based on the diversities of race, religion, and geographic location. Out of the 907 students at the

Prep, 159 identify as students of color. Out of the 71 members of the teaching faculty, 3 identify as faculty of color. And out of the 64 members of the administration, 8 identify as people of color. This adds up to 23 people of color out of the 150 adults working in the building. The breakdowns for religious and geographic diversity are presented in the charts on the right. Howie Brown, Director of Admission, comments on why the Prep benefits from a diverse student population say-

ing, ?A diverse student body at the Prep is at the core of the school's mission. Specifically if you focus on the 5 characteristics of the Grad at Grad, one that directly ties in with having a diverse population is Open to Growth. A Prep student and graduate can learn to be open to growth by stepping of his comfort zone. He can learn about new things, other people, different ideas by being exposed to all of things coming to school everyday in a diverse population. Over time, I feel any member of the Prep community - faculty, staff, and

parents...but especially students - will develop a better sense of self by being in a diverse population. I feel they will also find value ... or better yet, find God...in ALL things in their time outside the walls of the Prep since our region is such a diverse place. In order for our students to learn the value of diversity, it needs to start now when the foundation for so many aspects of a young man's character is set.? Diversity plays a role into the admissions process at the Prep for these reasons precisely.

Newer Chromebooks, Newer Rules By Car l Whittington '19 The 2018-2019 school year started with the introduction to the new and improved Chromebook. Like most things, these chromebooks did not come without a price. On September 14th, the entire school received an email from Mr. Greene concerning the new and newly enforced rules and regulations concerning the treatment and use of these new chromebooks. Last year, it would not have been uncommon to see a chromebook riddled with stickers and decorations.

From apple stickers to even Hawkeye stickers, students commonly personified their chromebooks.

you realize that you forgot to charge your chromebook last night, or even worse left it at home.

Things are different now as the first rule enumerated in Mr. Greene?s informative email was that these decorations are against the rules. The email states, ?chromebooks must remain free of any writing, drawing, stickers or labels that are not the property of St. Joe?s Prep.? The stickerban is only one of many rules listed in this declaration.

When this day comes, students can not rely on the Chromebook Support Center to provide them with a loaner chromebook or a charger. This is only one of a few rules that are based in the fact that a student?s chromebook is his responsibility.

Every Prep student will have, or has had the infamous day: as you arrive to school,

Probably one of the more important rules listed in the email was the rule concerning chromebook cases. Students must leave their cases on their chromebooks at all times. If a

student is found with a caseless chromebook, he will be issued a JUG. Funny enough, caseless chromebooks have been more popular than ever this year. The new chromebooks? cases have faced some backlash because of the bulk that comes with them. The new cases even prevent the computers from being able to fully convert to tablet mode. Although some students are opposed to the new case rule, the now expensive chromebook repairs make sense of the new and protective

chromebook rules. Where a one time free chromebook replacement once was, a fifty dollar replacement fee now resides. The new warranty comes with more than one expensive change: accidental damage to chromebook chargers are not covered by warranty, and replacement chargers come with a thirty dollar fee. The last issue concerning cost addressed the fact that replacements for the extremely easy to lose stylus will cost fifteen dollars.

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Big Brother s Back Again in BL CC BLCC was able to bring the Gesu students into the physical science lab in order to do experiments with them with the help of Mrs. Ashcom. This year, the club is planning to incorporate science, and other subjects, with a STEAM initiative. With the help of generous Prep teachers, the club is going to expose the students to various aspects of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. The goal is to expose the students to as many different aspects of education as possible.

Members of the BLCC play a game of 7-UP with the Gesu 5th and 6th graders at one of the meetings hosted at the Prep. By Car l Whittington '19

graders as well.

they want to be.?

On Thursday, September 20th, the Prep?s Black and Latino Cultural Club welcomed its first group of Gesu students for the year. The Gesu students spent time at the Prep during community hour as a part of the BLCC?s mentorship program. The program, which began in January of last school year, is back and better than ever.

The BLCC hopes to serve as positive role models for the young boys as they begin a big transition in their lives.

This year?s program started off with a game of 7UP and a powerpoint, explaining the goals and expectations of the mentorship program.

Each Thursday, the BLCC will host a group of fifth and sixth graders, creating a rotation. Last year, the program was only opened to fifth grade boys; however, in order to make a lasting impact on the young boys who come, it was decided to open the program up to sixth

When Ms. Porter was asked how a mentoring program would help the students, she said, ?I believe that the mentorship program will affect the boys in a positive way for the following reasons: the boys will have an opportunity to have weekly interaction with positive role models, the boys get an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a Prep student, [and] we are trying to help them develop skills necessary for school and necessary for them to become the young men that

The BLCC explained mentorship with a quote from Mike Turner, who said, ?The purpose of mentoring is always to help the mentee to change something - to improve their performance, to develop their leadership qualities, to develop their partnership skills, to realize their vision, or whatever. This movement from where they are, ('here'), to where they want to be ('there').? The BLCC plans on doing this in various ways. Last school year, the

This program embodies much of what the Prep truly is. ?We at the Prep constantly talk about being a man for and with others."

"These students also help Prep students know themselves better."

This is an opportunity to live by the Jesuit principles that you learn about," Ms. Porter said, urging people to join the efforts in being positive mentors for these y"oung boys." By simply giving 50 minutes of his free time on Thursday, a Prep student has the opportunity to potentially change a life. Students who are involved in different clubs can come and share their interests, and they may spark a love for theatre, journalism, film, or sports in a Gesu student who may have not been exposed to these things. Prep students can come help these boys learn more about themselves, while these students also help Prep students know themselves better. Ms. Porter, Mr. Rupertus, Ms. Burnette, Mr. Girardi, and the BLCC asks the Prep community to come and be men for and with others, specifically for and with our younger Gesu brothers. Come and plant seeds in the minds of developing students, and you might be partially responsible for the next famous architect, actor, or football player. As Ms. Porter said, ?You guys are simply planting the seed, and eventually somebody will come by and water it. Those of us who are believers know that God will produce the growth.?

College Counseling Amps up Visits By Robbie Calabro ?19 The Fall is upon us, and with it, college application season. Colleges far and wide are eager to attract potential freshmen, as most upperclassmen have probably noticed by the slew of emails clogging up their inbox. But also in the spirit of trying to attract fresh pupils, in addition these consistently cold- shouldered (by students) correspondences, colleges come to visit the Prep. These visits are scheduled by colleges or by the Prep counseling department every day. The visits take place before school, during school (especially community), and after school. Several schools send admissions staff members to attract new recruits. The title of the person is important to note; oftentimes, they will be the main admissions worker for the area. This means that they will be the first people to read your application, and likely will

vouch for you to their colleagues. Mr. Jones from the college counseling staff here at the Prep says that this person could have ?the biggest influence on your college decision.? Another advantage of the visit is the personal aspect of it. The emails do not paint the picture of what the school is like. Interacting with somebody who works at the school can paint the picture of what the school is like. And, while these visits to the Prep certainly should be attending, the best way to paint the picture of what the school is like is to travel to campus, says Mr. Jones. That being said, the simplest way is through a simple sign- up during Community Hour. When Mr. Tillet, the Assistant Dean of Admissions at Wake Forest, visited the Prep, he made it a point to mention that most students stay on campus all four

years. While mentioning this, he elaborated on why: the school is like a second home to students, full of activity. Then he spoke about the culture related to being the smallest Division 1 school and how it does nothing to hinder their school spirit. This is valuable information that cannot be ascertained through a simple glance at the website or a three minute YouTube video. Additionally, the college admissions staff member can highlight a unique aspect of their school. The epitome of this is Middlebury College. The private liberal arts college from Vermont on their visit is sure to mention the Febs. The Febs are student that start in February and graduate four years later, and since it is in Vermont, ski or snowboard into their graduation ceremony. Mr. Jones points this school out as an example of all of the exciting opportunities presented by colleges you maybe were

not strongly before.

considering

Also important to note is that the visits to the Prep are not exclusive to seniors and juniors. Underclassmen are also invited to get a jump start on what they need to do for specific colleges. For example, a school like Georgetown strongly recommends three SAT Subject Tests. It may be a good idea to start planning for that so when junior (or earlier) year comes around, you are prepared to take them. When the admissions person visits the Prep, he or she will be sure to mention things like that which are important for your application. For some reason, these visits are not taken as advantage of as they should be. That?s not to say they aren?t attended at all; recently, 15 students signed up for the Notre Dame session after school. Every college visit is painless to schedule. Log

onto Naviance and right on the homepage are the college visits for the week. Simply click ?Register? and you register for the visit. As applications season breaks into full swing; seniors should attend the visits of the colleges they?re applying to mostly because there is no downside to it. Maybe you make a good impact and the admissions staffer remembers you, or maybe you learn something new about the school. Or maybe you?re an underclassmen, unsure of what schools you are going to apply to. Try some schools you think you might be interested; maybe you?ll realize that it is not the school for you. Or maybe, hopefully, the visit leaves you wanting to learn more about the school. Regardless of your grade, sign up for the visit. It could end up being the college you go to.

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I gniting the Fire: Freshman Retreat By Chr istopher Zack '20

tween those two answers.

The fall of freshman year is typically a time of acclimation, learning, and new experiences for many freshman as they begin their first year at St. Joe?s Prep. From September 20th to the 21st, the Class of 2022, like all of the freshman classes in the years before it, took part in the IGNITE Freshman Retreat.

But the retreat is so much more than that. It involves learning more about your brothers, learning more about yourself, doing service for the community, and most importantly, finding a more personal relationship with God.

When asked about what he was most excited for in anticipation of the retreat, freshman Danny D. said, ?Learning about different types of service and about how I can become more involved in service at the Prep.?

Mr. Dushel is right: the retreat helps freshman figure out what their Prep experience is going to be about.

In contrast, another freshman, Samson D., said he was most excited for ?free food and going to sleep?. Before the retreat, if most of the freshman at the Prep were asked what they were most excited about, the answer would most likely fall in be-

The real mission of the Prep is to cultivate these young freshmen into well- rounded, serving, loving, and faithful young men by the time of their graduation.

Through the retreat, the freshman come to find that the Prep mission does not just consist of rigorous academics and competitive sports teams.

The retreat exemplifies this mission in each of its activities ranging from a presentation on

(Photo: St. Joe's Prep)

In order to give the freshmen the most meaningful experience possible from the retreat, they were told very little about the retreat in advance.

?You?ve all probably heard a lot about what the Prep is all about as you?ve begun the school year. I believe the Freshman Retreat is going to help you all understand what that really means,? explained Mark Dushel, Director of Mission and Ministry at the Prep.

The midnight candle-lit prayer service at this year's Freshman Retreat. diversity and inclusion to a candlelit procession into the Gesu Church. Each activity was chosen specifically to cultivate an experience of discovery and reflection for the freshmen. I had the opportunity to lead my own small group of freshmen along with my partner, Isaiah Franco ?19. Together we were able to observe the transformation of the boys in our group into more self-observing

and introspective young men. At the end of our last small group reflection session, I could tell that my group was tired and exhausted but significantly more mature and closer to becoming real men for others. In the coming months, I believe the freshman will only find more meaning in their experience of the retreat.

the first year of their Prep experience, they will be able to put into practice all that they have learned from their reflections and from the activities they took part in. With four more years to experience the Prep, the Class of 2022 is just beginning to feel the sense of community and brotherhood among them that will continue to grow over time.

As they continue to navigate

Willkommen: I nter national Student I nter view By M ar cus M urphy '20 Each year, the Prep hosts students from all over the world. Students come from countries like Chile, Spain, China, and more. Robert Risse, is one of these exchange students. He currently is the only semester international from Germany this year. He normally attends Collegium Josephinum Bonn (CoJoBo for short) in Bonn, Germany. He is 15 years old.

Also, the way that Prep students treat each other is remarkable. They are very kind. How is school in Amer ica compared to school in Ger many? I think school in America is maybe a little harder because you have to do so much homework and it is such a big part of your grade. For school in Germany, homework is important, but

it only helps for tests. If you miss a homework, it is not so bad. Does the nature of students differ between schools? It?s different because you have so many different personalities. At CoJoBo, the lowest grade level is fifth, but at the Prep, the lowest grade level is 9th (the freshmen). What

your

favor ite

Philadelphia food so far ? Cheesesteaks, because we do not have them in Germany What is your favor ite subj ect so far ? American studies. Are there any differ ences between the teacher s in Amer ica and the teacher s in Ger many?

Not really. They are rela-

tively the same, but we only use paper and pencil in Germany. We are not allowed to take our cellphones out on the school grounds. How is cafeter ia food in Amer ica compared to cafeter ia food in Ger many? It is good in America, but in Germany they have daily choices that are often healthier and larger because lunch is a larger meal.

What was the har dest tr ansition coming from Germany to Amer ica? In Germany, there is a larger selection of bread, a huge staple of my daily diet. In America, this selection is smaller. In Germany, you are legally allowed to drink beer at 16, so it is weird to hear that the drinking age is 21 in America.

What is your favor ite thing about the Prep? I actually think the sports are the best thing about the Prep. In Germany, sports are only played at the club level, so there are no high- school sports.

(Photo: CoJoBo)

Besides these things, the transition is not terribly difficult.

The sign outside of Rober t's school in Bonn: in October, more " CoJoBo" students will come to the Prep for the schools' biannual exchange.

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The Prep Welcomes New Ar t Teacher By Joseph M atthews '19 When Ms. Hilton was unable to come back for this 2018-19 school year due to an injury this past spring, the Prep gained a new talented face. Meet Ms. Jessica Anne Clark, new member of the Prep Arts Department. Ms. Clark hopped right into the thick of it at the beginning of this new school year. She teaches Studio Art I, Ceramics I, and Advanced Art, and she will be teaching Ceramics II and Studio II in the spring.

Ms. Clark is using her classes for more than just fulfilling a requirement. She is weaving in student?s particular interests into the classes, using various entertainment models and mediums--some of which, she?s still learning with. Clark attended Syracuse University in upstate New York, where she received her Bachelor?s in Fine Arts degree in painting and illustration. In 2008, graduate school brought her to the city of brotherly love: she received her Master?s at the University

of the Arts, where she met Mr. Jeremy Foldesy while he was guest curating at the school. When the position opened here at the Prep, Foldesy knew exactly who to call. Clark expressed her growing adoration for Philadelphia, particularly its art culture, ever since she moved here. Collaborating with friends and new artists, she worked on pop up galleries in Old City, organizing various works to change the public perspective on ordinary art.

Clark is using her Advanced Art class, which consists of only three students, to help them build portfolios for college applications. She has already spoken to us about which schools the students are interested in applying to, and reached out to these schools admissions department to see how they can best form a strong portfolio and application. She has a field trip to a gallery at the Tyler School of Art at Temple in the works, where she hopes to introduce students to an old friend who

was the previous Chair of Foundation at Tyler. Her favorite part about working here thus far has been connecting with the students and helping them grow. ?Hearing and seeing how they can be so engaged, give thoughtful insights, and explore their interests has been the best part. My goal is to help Prep kids feel more confident about what they?re doing,? says Clark. ?I?m just extremely lucky to be here. Go hawks!?

ASC Profile: Dialogue with Degan Mr. Dan Egan is a member of this year's Alumni Service Corps. He graduated from the Prep in 2014. He went on to study finance at the University of South Carolina: a public university in Columbia, South Carolina. Mr. Egan graduated from the University of South Carolina this year, before returning to the Prep. What has been the best par t of being in the ASC so far ? I love the department I?m working with. I?m working with Howie Brown, we coled Kairos together when I was here. You are involved with Cape and Swor d too this year. Are you excited for the show? I?m super excited for it. I saw the Broadway show in

New York with Braithwaite. It was so funny, my head hurt from so much laughing. I?m really excited to dive into it

as a student at Prep? What spor ts and activities were you in?

L ooking for war d, do you see your self staying at the Prep?

I rowed as a freshman and sophomore and I was on the track team as a junior. For senior year, I joined Cape and Sword.

I already have a full time job lined up but The Prep is great place. I?ll always be coming back here.

Who was your favor ite teacher and what was so great about them?

L et?s talk about your life outside of The Prep. What are some of your hobbies? Where are you from? What is life like at home? I really like running and lifting, During the summer I do a lot of surfing. One of my favorite things is I?m really into film and television. I grew up in West chester, where I had no pets and three older sisters. How about your exper ience

That?s a really hard question. I would have to say Mr. Whelan because of his style of teaching and his fun energy. I also like his willingness to bring in outside examples to show his point. What is your best memor y as a student? My best memory was going to a Springsteen concert in Hershey. I went with classmates and it was just an awesome experience.

(Photo: Mr. Dan Egan '14)

By Fr ank Coyne '19

Dan Egan '14 works in Admissions this year and moderates Stage Crew.

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By Ethan Spillane '22 Every year when the time comes around, the Prep Mixer is one of the most highly anticipated events in the school. For the most part, the marketing is just guys talking about how many girls are usually there. Some people will say it?s a three girl to one guy ratio, others will say it?s more around seven girls to one guy. Nevertheless, before school even starts, the upperclassmen are trying their hardest to get the freshman to go. ?It?s going to be the best thing you ever do!? some seniors said. Well, about that... To begin, the music was outrageously loud. Anyone who ever went remembers that. It?s to the point that even if you don?t know someone, you have to be five inches from their face to hear half of what they are saying, which isn?t necessarily a bad thing if you?re looking for a close relationship! Secondly, because of the music, it was very hard for anyone to hold a very long conversation. Mostly, the conversations were carbon copies of ?What?s your name? Where are you from? Cool. Do you have a

(Photo: Frank Raffa)

Fir st M ixer of the Year : Success Snapchat?? Which again, isn?t necessarily a bad thing. It?s just not ideal. Apart from the very few bad elements, the mixer was actually a really good experience for everyone. The freshmen were supposed to fill out a survey about the dance and according to that survey, all 100% who filled it out said they had fun in one way or another. It would have been really difficult not to have a good time with everything happening. First of all, there was a huge section in front of the DJ booth where there was non-stop dancing all night. For people who can?t dance, there was a steady flow of people around the mosh pit -both Prep guys and an assortment of girls- who were looking to talk. One of the highlights of the night though was when student council started throwing T-shirts off the mezzanine. There was one major problem that should be talked about. For people from New Jersey, apologies in advance. From [my perspective it seemed like] there were very few girls from Jersey and there were four schools there!

A group of freshmen pose for a picture at last year's first (and only) mixer of the year. Girls were from Merion Mercy, Villa, Notre Dame, and Sacred Heart, but it seem like there were close to no Jersey girls. Once again, if you?re only going to the mixer to dance in the mosh pit for three hours, it doesn?t matter where

people are from. All in all though, if you are somebody who didn?t go to the dance at the beginning of the school year, definitely go to the Halloween Mixer. As previously mentioned, there is something there for everyone.

If you want to dance, then dance for three hours. If you want to meet someone, then just cruise around the fieldhouse until you start talking to someone. And in the end, it will most likely bring you closer to your friends too which is always a plus.

Missed the first Mixer? Fear not! The SJP Halloween Mixer will be hosted October 19th. Tickets on sale soon!

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M ovie Review: M ission I mpossible 6 By Rocco Spadea '20 It?s a movie name almost anyone in today?s world will recognize. Even with this widespread fame, does the movie live up to expectations? Mission: Impossible- Fallout is the 6th installment of the movie franchise, and stars Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, Henry Cavill as August Walker, Alec Baldwin as Alan Hunley, Angela Bassett as Erika Sloane, Ving Rhames as Luther Stickell, Simon Pegg as Benji Dunn, Rebecca Ferguson as Ilsa Faust, Sean Harris as Solomon Lane, and Vanessa Kirby as The White Widow. The movie is a little lengthy, coming in at 2 Â˝ hours long. Fallout follows spy Ethan Hunt and IMF?s, his spy organization, mission to save the world from nuclear devastation. His team consists of Luther Stickell and Benji Dunn, two agents who have had his back for a long time, and Ilsa Faust, a British agent who has worked with Hunt before. Within the 20 minute opening of the movie, a backstory of the story so far is given, revealing Solomon Lane, leader of the organiza-

(Photo: Hindustan Times)

6.5/10

tion The Syndicate, was captured by Hunt two years ago. Yet, Lane?s remaining team, calling themselves the Apostles and led by John Lark, an unidentified agent, are planning to cause nuclear destruction in the major religious areas in the world, like the Vatican and Jerusalem. Hunt?s mission is to secure the three plutonium power sources. When Luther is taken hostage, they lose the plutonium. Angry with the failure, Erika Sloane of the CIA assigns August Walker to help Hunt track down Lark and get the plutonium back. They go to Paris and meet the White Widow, who is an arms dealer and has the plutonium. There, they have a run in with Isla, who warns Hunt about British Intelligence looking for John Lark, who Hunt is impersonating. Hunt and August get themselves into her group and help her extract Lane in exchange for one of the plutonium power cells. Hunt and Walker attack the truck with Lane in it, and Benji and Luther extract Lane and bring him to an underground lair, where they plan to send Benji in as Lane, using a mask. Isla tries to kill Lane to prove her loyalty to British Intelligence, the MI6, but fails and Hunt?s team is told to bring Lane to

The heroes of the film line up in this shot, led by mega star and franchise face Tom Cruise. London. A huge plot twist has Hunt and his team fighting turning on one of their own, Walker, and going rogue from the CIA after Hunt is framed to be John Lark. The team heads to the Siachen Glacier, where the real Lark plans to detonate the bombs to contaminate the main water supply for Asia. Hunt and his team are able to stop the bombs, and save the world from nuclear devastation an anarchy. In my opinion, Fallout didn?t really live up to the standards of the Mission: Impossible franchise. I felt it was too easy to figure out the plot twist in the beginning of the movie and it constantly made Hunt, who was supposed to be a great spy, seem like he couldn?t really do

anything without a team or without failing at first. Also, I feel Tom Cruise didn?t do his best acting, as Hunt just didn?t seem genuine to me like characters should. I will say, though, the movie did an excellent job of getting first time viewers to understand what was going on even without watching the first 5 films. Also, the action sequences were pretty awesome, even if they were cliche. My favorite action sequence had to be when Hunt is being chased by London police while riding a motorcycle through the British city, after extracting Lane for White Widow. It was highspeed and just really caught my attention. Another favorite was when White Widow, Ilsa,

and Hunt were fighting off MI6 agents at the party in France while Hunt was pretending to be John Lark. The end fight to stop the bombs was done with great special effects, but it was too cheesy and predictable for me. I found Luther and Benji trying to detonate the bombs more interesting than the dragged out sequence between Hunt and the real John Lark. In all, I found Mission: Impossible- Fallout to be an okay movie, and would recommend it mainly for the action. Otherwise, I would have to disagree with many critics and say it didn?t live up to the hype of the franchise name. With that said, I give Mission: Impossible- Fallout a 6.5/10.

Faculty Gr id By Chr istopher Zack '20

M r. L ederer '13

M r. M iller

M s. Cook

M r s. M cFadden

Quinn Room

My room J224, where the meaning of Miller Math becomes clear

Room 102

Tie between the Quinn Library and the Gesu

Do you " Tr ust the Process?"

It's working, isn't it?

Absolutely, just ask any of my geometry students from last year

The writing process? Indubitably

Yes, definitely

I f you could add one class to the Prep cur r iculum, what would it be?

Philosophy

History of Mathematics

Middle English I or Chaucer's English

Cooking

Favor ite fall activity?

Anything to do with Halloween

Watching college football

Fairmount Park Mansions Tour and TMF Veterans Day of Service

Thanksgiving

Favor ite Room in the School?

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Athlete and Activist Colin K aeper nick Pair s with Nike By Chr istian L ocantore '19

The message attached to the image was referring to Kaepernick's protest that was started back in 2016 during a preseason game, when he was seen kneeling during the National Anthem. When asked why he did not stand, Kaepernick replied, "I'm going to continue to stand with the people that are being oppressed. To me, this is something that has to change. When there's significant change and I feel that flag represents what it's supposed to represent, and this country is representing people the way that it's supposed to, I'll stand." This created a controversy in America about whether or not it was right to protest the National Anthem in order to send a message. After creating this protest, Kaepernick failed to sign with an NFL team over the next two years. Many believed that he was being blacklisted

he was able to create a deal with Nike and push his message forward. After the news came out

about this Nike ad campaign, Nike also faced massive backlash. The day after revealing their new ad campaign, their (Photo: Nike)

On September 3rd, Colin Kaepernick tweeted an image of himself with the quote ?Believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything.? Along with this quote, he included the hashtag ?Just Do It.? It soon became clear that Colin Kaepernick was going to be one of the featured athletes on Nike?s 30th anniversary for its?Just Do It? ad campaign, along with other big names such as Serena Williams and Lebron James.

by the team owners in the NFL because of the controversy that surrounded him. While he might not have found a team,

stock dropped roughly 3.2% and the hashtag ?NikeBoycott? was trending on Twitter. Along with the hashtag, people were tweeting pictures and videos of them cutting off the Nike logos from their Nike apparel and burning their Nike shoes. Many people also attacked Nike for not using other athletes in their ad campaign. An example would be former Arizona Cardinals football player Pat Tillman, who left the NFL to join the army after 9/11 and later died in Afghanistan. While there was a lot of backlash surrounding the Nike ad campaign, so too was there large amounts of support for it. After the backlash settled, Nike also received support for their ad campaign. Their social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram saw significant growth in followers. About two weeks later, their stock hit an all time high of roughly $85.13, up from $79 where it fell after the ad campaign was revealed.

This hard-hitting ad campaign was launched after the announcement of the partnership.

Overall, while this is a heavily controversial topic, it seems to have positive outcomes for both Nike and Colin Kaepernick. Kaepernick is able to continue to push the message that he did back in 2016, and Nike has attracted a lot of free press these past couple weeks. There may have been negative reports surrounding Nike, but it seems any press is good press.

Hawkeye Crypt oquot e Note: The Hawkword will be taking a short break, during which time our new cryptoquote puzzle will be featured. This has been approved by the editing staff.

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By Fr ank Coyne '19

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L eaving School Ear ly Could be a Good Thing Getting home so much earlier is too beneficial a privilege to be limited to the seniors, as students of all ages are struggling with the rigor of the Prep (Photo: Philly Mag, Jeff Fusco)

By Jack Thorell '19 As we adjust to the new school year and second year of the new schedule, the Prep student body is hoping for a change in the rule that not only made little sense but ridiculously earned students suspensions at the end of this past school year. On days in the cycle when their free periods fell as the last of the day, student drivers were leaving the building early and driving home. This was a breach of the rule book because students who aren?t seniors and don?t have a permission note from a parent for that day can?t leave early.

It is a generally accepted and fair principle that there are certain privileges at the Prep which are reserved for the seniors. Students who have endured three taxing years at the Prep and some of whom are legal adults are given more freedom and responsibility during their final year here. It makes sense for the seniors to be rewarded with a student lounge and eating area that is theirs exclusively. But leaving school early when one can drive and has no more academic or extracurricular obligations at the Prep for the day is a more

practical privilege which should arguably be a right for all Prep students, not just a reward for the seniors. The Prep boasts its ability to draw in students from all over the Delaware Valley and beyond. But with this broad geographical range of students comes some long and difficult commutes. The Prep also boasts its rigor as a college prep school, which teaches students to manage time by balancing hours of homework with sports, activities, jobs, and any and every other challenge a high school student faces.

The Prep wants to draw in students from far away and challenge them with the overwhelming amount of commitment required by Prep students, and yet there is a rule in place making it all the more difficult for those distant students to stay on top of their work. Being able to leave at 2 o?clock, beating traffic, and getting home significantly earlier makes the lives of students a lot easier, no matter the distance of their commute. They can get an early start on their work for the night or maybe just have a little more time to relax at

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This rule in place about leaving early lacks a valid justification and unnecessarily cost many Prep students a suspension. It makes the most sense for this rule to be abolished, and for us all to get home safely a little earlier on the days that this rotating schedule allows it.

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Getting home so much earlier is too beneficial a privilege to be limited to the seniors, as students of all ages are struggling with the rigor of the Prep.

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home on a school night, a rarity for students at the Prep.

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There Should be Semester Science Electives Almost every department at the Prep at least offers semester electives as an option for juniors and seniors. Every department except for the Science Department, that is. And after doing some light research into the topic with department head Ms. Brown and Mrs. Kettinger, the answer as to why this is seems to be ?because no one asked.? I came to asking this question after considering which class should be my 7th for the second semester. And as someone who is extremely interested in the sciences and planning to pursue them in college and as a career, I was disappointed to realize that there were no science classes offered for only a semester. The Prep?s Science Department should offer semester science electives. There are enough students who are interested in the sciences to justify the institution of these semester electives. They do not need to be intensive, or even offer a lab for those worried about scheduling problems. But I think that it would be a waste to have such a great and committed faculty in the Science Department, and only have them teach general, required courses, AP courses, or fullyear, specialized courses. Introduction to Engineer-

ing, Anatomy, and Physiology, and Environmental Science are the three courses that are most unique in the department. But, when there is a celebrated physicist like Dr. Nunes on the Prep?s staff with his doctorate research focusing on quantum fluids, it would be progressive to offer the student body an astrophysics elective, for example. Nunes comments, ?Our core curriculum in science is designed to ensure that all students are prepared for college level courses. I would enjoy offering a semester elective in astrophysics, but only if it does not adversely impact our core science teaching mission.? I also call to action the student body to suggest these types of courses to the administration because, believe it or not, your opinion does matter and people do listen. So, if you have a group of friends that really wants to study Microbiology and Genetics for a semester or Geology, Meteorology, Nuclear Energy, or Climate Change, get them together and tell someone. Because you will not be able to pursue your interests in a classroom setting until people know that you are interested in that subject area. Head of the department, Ms. Brown, commented on my proposition subject: ?We

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By David M cCabe ?19

Ms. Barbara Brown helping a student in the Biology lab steer away from specialized semester courses because high school is not the place for studying a specific subject in-depth.? She went on to explain the way it used to be in the department when someone was hired. After a new teacher was hired, they would ask them what areas they specialized in, and then they would hopefully place them in a class, besides the core classes that they would be teaching, that fit their set of skills. So, for Ms. Brown, this meant that she was teaching Biology but also asked to teach a section of Anatomy and Physiology.

In the past there have been semester electives offered through the Science Department. A Marine Biology elective was offered for many years by a previous teacher, Mr. Milewski. This was a semester course with a lab that would run almost every year based off of the abundance of interest from the student body. I don?t think that these semester classes need to be viewed as an chance to study something rigorously and indepth. But rather, they should be seen as an opportunity to expose oneself to a subject area in high school that they

otherwise would not have been able to. Being in the college process, all that I know is that I want to study Biology in college. So I plan to narrow down that broad interest within my first two years of school and then declare a specific major. It would have been helpful if, at my time at the Prep, I were able to sample different, specific subject areas through the Science Department in order to know what really fascinates and excites me.

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Revising the Way We Think About Ser vice

Ali '20 spent 25 days in Kenya this summer doing service. By Reza Ali '20 This summer, I was able to spend 25 days in Kenya, with 62 other Ismaili Muslim high school kids from around the world. The camp, as the demographic suggests, was through my religion. The goal was to grow as leaders, develop

friendships with people from around the world, and engage ourselves in servicelearning. I can go on and on about the friends I made, the fun we had, and so on, but what?s the point? You might be asking, why is my trip applicable to you?

Saint Joe?s Prep emphasizes service in its mission. It all stems from the Jesuit ideal to be, ?Men (and women) for and with others,? and that can be seen through the countless offerings of service opportunities, the service hour requirement, and the eventual service

journaling/written reflection required in later years. Now, I just used "service" about 3 times in 15 total words. What really is "service"? This is where I challenge you. Too many times, service at the Prep is looked at as a chore to help those, ?below us.? The message portrayed is that we need to help these people because they can?t help themselves. The term servicelearning was created to demonstrate the mutuality between service. The most important part is that both parties gain something through the interaction with each other. One big thing I learned is that some of our brothers and sisters in East Africa and in the world might have ?less? than us, from a materialistic perspective, yet they have this wealth of spirit that money could never buy. Secondly, our goal should be to move to more sustainable projects. We?ve all heard the proverb, ?Give a man a fish, feed him for a day, teach a man to fish, feed him for life.? This directly applies to service, because a one- time project is great in the moment, but doesn?t solve or eliminate the root of the issue. A great ex-

ample of this is the Prep Book Bank. The Book Bank allows anyone who needs books to check them out, but instead of eventually running out of books, it is constantly resupplied through sustainable means. This isn?t me calling out all the service at the Prep and pretending to know everything. If it wasn?t for this school and it?s Jesuit ideals, I?m not sure I ever would have applied to this camp. With special thanks to Ms. Gulli and Mrs. Pinto, I did craft an application and have an eye opening summer experience. Even after this camp, though,I still have a lot more to learn in the field of development, which I hope to pursue further later in life. I was extremely lucky and blessed to go on this trip, and have a new perspective on life and the world because of it. Having gained knowledge on worldly cultures and invested myself in appreciating the different kinds of service and of living in different places throughout the world, I wish to leave you with this: explore the world. Sophomores and everyone else, when Brother Kania says, ?Don?t be a bubble boy,? listen to him. Trust me.

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Editor ial: Response to PA Gr and Jur y Repor t On August 14th, 2018, a statewide grand jury report was released that detailed the accusations of child sexual abuse against Roman Catholic priests in six of the eight Pennsylvania dioceses (Allentown, Erie, Greensburg, Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Scranton). The report identified more than 1,000 victims and 300 priests that were protected by church leaders. This is not the first time the scandal has been addressed in Philadelphia in recent years. In 2005, victims stepped forward and named priests who exhibited a history of abuse, and in March of 2011, 37 priests suspected of inappropriate behavior with minors were identified. The Archbishop of Philadelphia at the time, Cardinal Justin Rigali, placed 21 Catholic priests on administrative leave. Even if priests did not physically perform the sexual abuse, many are accused of covering it up or pressuring victims into silence. As a Jesuit school, it is extremely necessary to discuss an issue like this. The Prep?s response to the new findings and developments in the scandal has taken form in a letter from Fr. Swope and extensive conversations and open dialogue across the whole religion department.

L iam O. Gr ugan ?19: As Catholics in a time of crisis, we are confronted, as ever, with the question of identity. What does it mean to be a Catholic? For surely these vile men abusing their influence can?t tell us. I think to what I contend is the only source of true, universal stability in the modern Church: the account of Jesus. In a passage cited in each of the Gospels, Jesus enters a temple in Jerusalem and, seeing the ?money changers? transacting illegally in the holy place, and finding the high priest to be making a profit off of the corrupt actions, grows furious. Therefore he speaks to them: ?It is written,? he said to them, ??My house will be called a house of prayer,?but you are making it ?a den of robbers.?? (Matthew 21:13) What difference then, I ask, is there between these ancient men who corrupted a site of worship to the Lord and those who do the same today? Jesus addressed the monetary theft he saw in the priestship of the Jerusalem temple. Our Lord of love and forgiveness is said to have overturned tables at the sight of a corrupt temple. Would He not be enraged by the theft of innocence, of faith, and of purity by modern members of His church? Would He not cast out the unbelievers claiming to teach faith, the men preaching an understanding of God, and all the while adulterating the young, trusting community of Christians? My Jesus would and will. I sadly submit to the Catholic community a radical reality: for perhaps the first time in our 2,000 year history, the lay people are as easily tasked to lead the faith as are those chosen to lead us. No longer do we depend solely on the Church; instead we are presented with the challenge of the Apostles. This is our opportunity to live the lives of the companions of Jesus, unsure to where their mission would lead, but firm and undeterred in their faith. This is the time when we, the lay people of St. Joe?s Prep, are called to join hands with the Jesuits; when we are called to reach out to our local parishes; when we are called to get involved, just as our Christian brothers did millenia ago. The Jesuits are the future of the Church: the Jesuit-educated are the future of the faith. Let us go forth and kick over tables. O brave old world.

David J. M cCabe ?19: This is certainly a difficult time for the Catholic Church and its members. We have learned that the church organization that many of us have devoted our entire lives to has been abusing its power, covering up misdeeds, and committing heinous crimes behind its closed doors. A homily from Fr. Chris Walsh at St. Raymond Penafort Catholic Church in Philadelphia lays out beautifully what the next step is for Catholics. He says, ?How do we respond? First and foremost with sadness. This was tragic and it?s sad. And there?s a righteous anger that people who were supposed to serve others hurt others. And we?re allowed to be angry. We can be rightfully disappointed with our bishops and their advisors who were supposed to be shepherds but they failed us, and even worse they failed the victims and their families who came looking to them for help.? He continues, ?To be honest as I read the report and I sat this week, I wasn?t sure that I wanted to remain a part of this Church. I thought, ?Why bother??And then I thought, I?m not going to let them win. We?re going to stay and we?re going to fight and we?re going to make the Church the church it is supposed to be.? The reason to remain Catholic in a time like this is for us to be able to look around as a religious group and condemn those who have not done their jobs. We look at the past, say ?no more,? and then we reform. We cannot wait to be invited to the table for our reform. We need to take that seat ourselves and then use it to flip the table. I applaud the Prep?s Religion Department for doing their jobs in a difficult time. To take the simple initiative to realize that we, as students of Jesuit education, need to learn more about sexual abuse and scandal in the Catholic Church is living out our Prep mission. I hope that Prep students are receptive of the messages they have received and critically thinking about the implications because they are the ones most-equipped to deal with the future.

Joseph C. Scott ?19: The way that the sexual abuse of children by priests across the Catholic Church was handled by Church Leaders is an absolute embarrassment; that is no secret. Over the years the lack of care for victims and the oversupply of negligence that allowed abuse to continue have dug a massive hole for the church, but it appears there are members and leaders of Catholicism that are making great strides toward digging the church out of that hole. I want to focus with hope on those members and leaders. Pope Francis is among those who believe our focus as a community should move from protecting priests to caring for victims and survivors of abuse. He recognizes that the trauma from abuse cuts deep into a survivor, and has the potential to rule one?s entire life if not properly addressed and worked through. The Pope, in a recent visit to Ireland addressed those survivors directly. He said, ?The failure of ecclesiastical authorities ? bishops, religious superiors, priests and others ? to adequately address these repugnant crimes has rightly given rise to outrage, and remains a source of pain and shame for the Catholic community.? Many in the church have raised criticism in the Pope?s willingness to take action to hold Bishops accountable, and some even question whether he was among those who kept quiet in the past. Another fantastic example of honest dialogue and education is in the Prep?s Religion Department. I?m a senior in Mr. McGlynn?s class, and his openness to answer any question that we may have an engage us in a conversation that is honest about the mistakes and wrongdoings of Church authorities over many years. The Department is on the same page and they are doing great to educate us on the problems of the Church so many of us claim allegiance to. Though it may seem now that people within the church that are doing good to solve this problem are few, I believe that as time moves forward the situation will get better. Victims will gain support as awareness for sex crimes grows. They will hopefully be helped toward the courage to speak out and take part in their liberation from the weight that some priests and their abuse has placed on them.

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DEBATE: New Chromebooks vs Alter natives By Car l Whittington '19 Limited functionality, the ?constant? necessity for an Internet connection, and other minute issues are reasons some students pray for an alternative to the Chromebook. Although there may be some truth to these issues, and all students may not like Chromebooks, the benefits of using these computers in school far outweigh the disadvantages and any pros that come with using another brand of PC. The biggest reason for the Prep to stay with Chromebooks is the cost. Chromebooks are relatively cheap compared to other computers with several different models under $250. The Chromebook?s top competitors, such as Macbooks and Microsoft PCs, vary from the price range of $400 to over $1,000. When computers are schoolprovided, a lower cost is always preferred. Other schools who mandate Apple, Microsoft, and other expensive

Con: By Jason M atter a '20 With the end of the old computer contract, the Prep has to decided to upgrade our school issued laptops and purchase newer, more advanced Chromebooks. Sure the more advanced version can fold into a tablet that one can write on, but throughout the past few years we have learned that Chromebooks are easily broken, have an erratic battery power, and can be easily misplaced. These new Chromebooks are certainly an upgrade, but maybe we need a more drastic improvement. The new Chromebooks are a very similar design to the ones that we already had with

brands of computers run the risk of a severe disadvantage to students who struggle financially. With Chromebooks, Prep students get a low price and a computer that does everything that is required of it for school work. There is a common complaint about the limits of the Chromebook?s hardware, which is incompatible with third party apps, such as iTunes, Spotify, and other games or programs. This could pose a large problem for people using Chromebooks for personal or work uses that require said programs; however, the apps that are not compatible on the Chromebook are not apps that are necessary for school use. In fact, the Chromebook?s software and limited third party compatibility makes the Chromebook less susceptible to viruses, which illustrates another reason why the device is the best option for school use. The virus free software saves the school time and money in troubleshooting and repairs. The largest problem that stu-

the exception of the tablet screen. They are priced close to $250 which is very reasonable considering most modern laptops go from $700- $1300. However, there exists a reasonably priced laptop model better than our chromebooks: the Surface Go from Microsoft. These are portable laptop/tablets starting at $400. Although this price seems daunting, there is a $25 discount for students and teachers. The Surface Go is lighter, has a ten inch touch screen, and also has a battery life of ten hours. There are apps that come with the Surface that allow you to jot down ideas, share files and photos, write papers, create presentations, and manage your calendar and email. Also, the pen that comes

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Pro:

The newest Chromebook model features a revere folding touch screen and stylus dents tend to have with Chromebooks is their usefulness without connection to the internet. The chromebook?s software uses Google apps for word processing and documentation, as well as Google cloud for storage. These applications are almost useless without storage; however, Google has acknowledged these problems and made it so that documents can be made

offline, and premade documents can be edited offline. This may require a little more effort than other options; however, an added effort is not worth switching the computer model that the Prep signs a contract with. Most of the minute issues that students tend to have with Chromebooks are either harmless, there for a reason, or fixable. Furthermore, a rightfully

validated issue with Chromebooks is easily outweighed by the fact that the chromebook?s price provides accessibility for each student at the Prep without unnecessary burden. Any annoyance with the Chromebook that simply falls into preference does not negate the fact that they are the most affordable, efficient, and appropriate computer for the Prep.

with the Surface Go has the ability the write on any web page in Microsoft Edge. It also has built in protection including Microsoft security, Windows Defender, and world

Since Chromebooks are associated with Google, the Prep would have to switch to Microsoft Access in adopting the Surface Go. Microsoft Access is an excellent tool for creating systems that have a database that connects to Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and much more. It speeds up the process of creating a database application, and has a vast array of readily available functionality. For an expert programmer specializing in Microsoft Access, development time is approximately half that needed for creating the same system using a different platform, such as Google Chrome. This is a huge advantage. It translates directly into a cost- saving for the Prep.

systems. With each new version of Microsoft Office, Access evolves, bringing new capabilities. For example, in the last few years, Access has allowed users to create fullyintegrated web apps that enable them to enter and view information from an Access database system away from their desktops through a browser on any web- enabled device, such as the Surface Go.

"There exists a reasonably priced laptop that is better than our Chromebooks." class support. So not only does it come with the amenities the Chromebook leaves out to avoid viruses, it?s equipped with software to protect from those potential viruses, easily warranting the higher price.

All of these advantages can easily improve our technology at the Prep. Our new Chromebooks are of course better than the last ones, but we can have the best for only a little bit more money. Switching to Microsoft is a big step, but it is a large and growing enterprise with a lot of advantages.

Microsoft Access produces flexible and adaptable database

Agree or disagree with any of the stances taken in these articles? Contact Jack Thorell '19 to write a letter to the editor voicing your opinions or concerns.

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By John Pease '20 After an electrifying 35-27 comeback win over the Marauders of Saint Peter?s Prep, the undefeated St. Joe?s Prep Hawks faced off against the undefeated Falcons of Good Counsel (MD) at Quick Stadium on the campus of Widener University. The Hawks won the week before on a fourth quarter surge where the defense had 2 interceptions and the offense scored 21 unanswered points. On the flipside, the Falcons were coming off a 58-6 win over Mount Saint Mary?s (MD) in which the offense dominated a solid team. Because of these resumes, it was clear this game would be a shootout as the two high-powered offenses took the field in perfect 66 degree weather. Whatever defense was able to force more turnovers would likely set their team up to come away victorious. The Hawks wanted to start the game off strong behind the arm of Kyle McCord ?21, and got to chance to do so receiving the opening kick. Coming off a huge win, the offense looked to carry the momentum into this game and explode for the big plays early on. They hoped to establish the passing game, and take advantage of the mismatches in coverage caused by wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. ?21 and Johnny Freeman ?19. The Falcons countered the Hawks with their own dynamic combo of star running back Mehki Smith and Notre Dame commit Cam Hart. After a quick three and out by the Hawks to start the game, the teams exchanged punts before either was able to drive the ball down field. The Prep finally opened the scoring with a 24 yard touchdown pass to Marvin Harrison Jr., in which the sophomore broke multiple tackles on his way to the end zone. The reception was his first career touchdown in the crimson and gray and led to a breakout game. The thriving Hawks offense got the ball right back and added onto the score with a 67 yard touchdown pass to the senior captain, Johnny Freeman. After the Hawks went up 13-0, Good Counsel needed to find a way to get back into the game. They turned to senior QB Kam Snell, who drove their offense right down the field. The Hawk?s defense knew that Snell was elusive, however, his innate ability to extend plays with his legs caused problem for the Hawk?s secondary. After punching it in for a touchdown, the Falcons got the ball right back hoping to knot the game up at 13 a piece. They drove all the way down into Hawk territory before Snell fumbled a snap. The Prep?s defense swarmed to

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Don't Call it a Comeback...

Playmakers Kolbe Burrell '20, Marvin Harrison Jr. '21, and Marques Mason '19 (Pictured L-R), have helped the Hawks win after trailing during the 4th quarter in back-to-back games. the ball, regaining possession for their team, and hoped that their offense could extend the lead. The offense gained 36 yards on a running back screen to Marques Mason ?19, which got them all the way into the red zone. One first and goal, Kyle McCord found Harrison Jr. in the end zone for his second touchdown catch of the day to extend the lead to 20-7. Trailing by multiple possessions for the first time this season, Good Counsel looked to establish the run game with Latrele Palmer. He rushed 10 times for 60 yards with one touchdown against the Hawks defense as the Falcons were able to once again get the ball into the red zone and score. Kam Snell cut the lead to one possession with a rushing touchdown. Once again, the Hawk?s offense drove down the field where they met a first and goal situation. After three plays, the Hawks lined up for a fourth and goal play where they were stopped short two yards of the end zone, leaving the ball in the hands of Kam Snell and the rest of the Falcons offense with six minutes remaining in the half. As expected, the offense drove right down the field until Michael Alexander ?19 made a diving interception to get the ball back for the Hawks. The Prep would not miss out on the opportunity for points, as Marques Mason scored on a 20 yard run up the middle. After a missed PAT, the Hawks lead was 26-14 with only a few minutes before halftime. On

the final drive of the first half, the Falcons came out desperate to get back to one score. Another successful drive for the Falcons led Latrele Palmer to the end zone and made the score 26-20 heading into halftime because of another PAT miss. The first half was a serious test for the Hawks, as they had to compete with a top team in the nation. However, leading the turnover battle 2-0 allowed the offense to get in a few more drives in which they capitalized both times. The defense looked exhausted. Surrendering 20 points in only the first half was a rare sight from a Gabe Infante team. However, they kept their poise and looked to lock it down in the second half. On the offensive side of the ball, the Hawks would need to do a better job of establishing the run game in the second half in order to control the tempo. The Falcons received the ball to start the second half and once again began to drive down field. Because of the two missed PATs, a touchdown and a kick could give the Falcons their first lead of the game. They drove all the way down the field into the red zone before the Hawks defense made a critical play. On first and 10, Kam Snell ran the option right into a crowd of Hawk defenders. The ball came free and was recovered by Giambi Nesbitt ?21 of the Hawks, bringing the offense back to the field. After a long

third quarter of punts, Good Counsel finally got the ball back into the end zone on a catch by Grant Jackson. The Falcons converted the PAT and all of a sudden the Hawks were in a familiar spot; they trailed heading into the fourth quarter. Both teams would be tested severely in the fourth quarter. For the Hawks, it was a matter of driving on offense and regaining the lead despite being shutout in the third quarter. For the Falcons, it was a matter of their defense being able to step up and end the game. With three minutes left to go in the game, sophomore kicker Mike Tigano '21 came onto the field to attempt the go ahead field goal. The snap was down, the hold was perfect, but the kick was tipped at the line of scrimmage and no good. The Hawks still trailed 27-26 with 3:00 to go. After giving up one first down, the Hawks defense stepped up and made a few plays. They were able to push the running back out of bonds and force an incompletion, leaving Coach Infante with only have to use one timeout. With under 2:00 to go, the ball was back in the hands of Kyle McCord ?21 and the rest of the offense. The Hawk?s drive was unconventional. A pass interference was called against the Falcons on a ball that Marques Mason ?19 caught just one yard shy of the first down marker. Coach Infante was faced with the decision to

decline the penalty and accept a 4th down and 1 yard to go or accept the penalty and have third down and 6 yards to go. Fearlessly, he declined the penalty and on fourth down ran the ball with Kolbe Burrell, who got the conversion. The Hawks continues driving until Burrell reached the end zone for a Prep score. The Hawks reclaimed the lead and on the two point conversion attempt, Johnny Freeman made a remarkable catch in the corner of the end zone. The Hawks had the lead 34-27 but had to give the ball back to the Falcons. The Falcons got to mid field before having to attempt the ?Hail Mary? on the final play. The pass was heaved to the front of the end zone where Zach Bouggess ?19 swatted the ball down. The Hawks completed the comeback and won 34-27. Notable Statistics: McCord went 27 of 41 with 370 yards and 3 TDs, Burrell carried 17 times for 78 yards and 1 TD, Mason had 8 catches for 111 yards and 1 TD, Harrison Jr. had 11 catches for 110 yards and 2 TDs, Freeman had 5 catches for 108 yards and 1 TD, Rightly had 5 tackles, Talley had 11 tackles and 1 FF, Rios had 3 tackles and 1 INT, and Alexander had 1 tackle and an interception. Up next for the Hawks will be the Explorers of La Salle College High School at Quick Stadium on the campus of Widener_University.

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M eet the Captains: Evan Filak '19 Soccer is home to countless international superstars thanks to its status as the most popular sport in the world. This includes household names like Ronaldo, Messi, and Neymar. These players help lead their teams, both club and international, with their skills and leadership. Here at the Prep, one of those leaders is Evan Filak ?19. Evan is a right midfielder from Voorhees, New Jersey who has been on the varsity squad for three years. He previously attended the aptly named Voorhees Middle School, where he played soccer as well. This year, the team has some lofty expectations. ?The goal, obviously, is to win the PCL championship,? Filak explained. After last year?s defeat to La Salle in the playoffs, it is quite evident that the team is hungry to capture the hubcap.

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By Robbie Calabro '19

velop better chemistry with each other.?

Filak '19 had a team-high of 5 goals last year for the Hawks. Two of them came against La Salle in the playoffs The team is somewhat different this year, especially in terms of age. Lots of underclassmen get playing time, which according to Filak is a promise of

good things to come: ?We are a really talented team, and are already playing really well together. We will get even better as the season goes along as we de-

Already, however, the chemistry between teammates is visible. The games so far have all been ?fast and physical,? according to Filak, with ?no easy games? mixed in. Even teams that they defeated last year were difficult to dispatch, such as Monsignor Bonner and Cardinal O?Hara, whose contests ended up as only one goal victories for the Hawks. If the team wants to win the PCL Championship, they need to top the perennial powerhouses of Archbishop Wood, Roman, and, of course, La Salle. While the team has a goal they want to achieve, Filak also holds himself to a high standard. This year, he made his personal goal to score ten goals on the season. After the first four games, he is down to nine after scoring once already. Last year, he was a key part

of the Prep?s offense. This was evident when he scored both regulation time goals in the aforementioned loss to La Salle. This is his most memorable moment, although he hopes this year the tables will turn in the Hawk?s favor. As far as for Filak?s college aspirations, he is not planning on playing for a varsity team in college. His two favorite schools, Georgetown and Wake Forest, both have some of the most elite soccer programs in the country. Instead, he will play club soccer at whichever school he chooses. Due to the relative youth of the team, Filak hopes that he can be a strong captain for the team en route to winning the Catholic League Championship. After the disappointment of last season, the team is raring to go out on the pitch and secure wins over any team that gets in their way. Evan Filak is primed to be an integral part of this team, both due to his talents on the pitch and his leadership.

M eet the Captains: Ultimate Fr isbee This year, the captains of the Ultimate Frisbee team are Jack D?Angelo ?20, Thomas Avington ?20, David McCabe ?19, and Niko Sammartino ?19. Besides Ultimate Frisbee, these captains participate in a wide array of clubs and activities, including the Cape and Sword Society, the Stock Market Club, the Mission and Ministry Leadership Board, WSJP, the Prep Democrats, and all happen to be writers for the Hawkeye. These students all worked their way to the Ultimate Frisbee team in different ways, and all play the sport for different reasons, and it is these differences that makes the Ultimate Frisbee team so dynamic. For those who don?t know, Ultimate Frisbee, otherwise known as Ultimate, is a noncontact team sport, essentially no- tackle football with a frisbee. Today, Ultimate leagues exist all over the world. The Ultimate team at the Prep was founded by captain David McCabe?s older brother Matt ?05

in 2002. In fact, McCabe himself has been playing Ultimate practically before he could walk. Every one of his five brothers who have gone through the Prep have played, so it was simply David?s time to run the team. However, no one?s path to Ultimate is quite the same. Sammartino had friends on the team who encouraged him to join, and Avington was persuaded by his brother, Dan ?18. And yet, despite these seemingly random paths, Ultimate became such an important aspect of their lives at the Prep. Just as all members take a different course towards joining the Ultimate Frisbee team, the reasons they love the sport are somewhat assorted as well. For instance, Sammartino identifies with Ultimate because it matches his personality, and Avington loves the fact that the group is full of good people. However, one common incentive for playing Ultimate is because of the pure fun of the sport. Part of the reason

this pastime is so enjoyable and appealing is because it has more of a relaxed atmosphere than other competitive sports. It comes from tossing a disc around on the beach. But each season has some special significance for the team and the individual players, and this year is no exception. One of the major reasons this season is so particularly meaningful for the Ultimate squad is because there is a coach for the team for the first time in quite a few years at the Prep. This change brings much more structure into the team?s already incredible dynamic, which certainly alludes to a promising season. For another thing, this installation provides the team with a leader to look to for guidance and support, something beyond what just captains or a moderator could offer. Of course, this addition of a coach means so much to the entire team, but it is espe-

(Photo: Ricky Weipz)

By Danny Deeney '22

Ultimate Frisbee will be rocking this new logo on their jerseys for their 2018-19 campaign. cially powerful for McCabe, as the coach happens to be his older brother John ?08. Ultimate, particularly at the Prep, has always been such an important facet of the McCabe family?s culture, and this is a momentous way to tie off the tradition with the youngest of the family graduating this year.

The Prep?s Ultimate Frisbee team includes captains and players with a diversity of reasons for playing and paths that got them there, and it is this that makes them one of the most dynamic activities at the Prep.

Want to feature your team's captain? Contact Ricky Weipz '19 to get the chance to rep your team in next issue's Spor t Section.

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Student Athlete of the Week: Zach Bouggess '19 (Photo: Twitter)

Bouggess '19 made his commitment via social media before heading down to face St. Frances Academy (MD) By John L euzzi '19 As his team was getting ready to head down to College Park, Maryland to face St. Frances Academy (MD) in the team?s season opener, football captain Zach Bouggess ?19 made his com-

mitment to Princeton University public on his Twitter page. Zach is the second athlete from the Prep to commit to Princeton this year. Prep basketball?s big man, Jacob O?Connell ?19, made his

commitment to the Tigers earlier this summer. They add their names to the long list of Prep athletes to play for one of the Ivy League?s best programs. Other names on that list include football players Dawson Deiuliis ?18,

James Johnson ?18, and Tom Johnson ?14. To Bouggess, Princeton was the perfect fit from the time he first stepped foot on campus. The Tigers have been looking at the 5?9 defensive back since February, which made him familiar and comfortable with the program and its coaches. Bouggess said that he ultimately choose Princeton because, ?it was the most comfortable choice for my family and I. From the first time I stepped on campus I felt like I was part of the Tiger family. That was important for me and my family. It being close to my home in South Jersey played a part in my decision also. Playing with guys like Dawson (Deiuliis) and James (Johnson), who I have shared the field with before, played a huge part in my decision as well.? In his senior season for the Hawks, Bouggess is being used as a return man along with Marques Mason ?19. He is also the top dog in the Hawks secondary. For Bouggess, he does not see

fitting in with the Tigers defense a challenge, ?because Princeton's style of defense is actually pretty similar to the Prep's. The different types of schemes and concepts compare to ours with just a few differences, so I feel like I would fit in well with their style of play.? Zach believes that some of the things he can bring to the Tiger?s program are, ?toughness, discipline, trust, love, and the ability to follow the process and buy into the goals of the team.? He also mentioned that, ?the team has Prep guys playing for them already, so my job is to protect the Prep brand like those before me and perform to the same standards I've played with for 4 years already.? In three games this season for the Hawks, Bouggess ranks third on the team in tackles with eleven. Look for Zach to be a big part of the Hawks defense and special teams unit as he, and the rest of the Hawks look to make it back to Hershey for the fifth time in six years.

M eet the Captains: Golf By Brennan Fitzger ald '22 After losing to La Salle in the 2017 PCL Championship by a total of 15 strokes, the Prep golf team has come back strong this year with record of 12- 2. This year, they will be led by two captains: Nick Mattera ?19, and Andrew Koh ?19. Both seniors have been on the team since their freshman year, and both have high hopes for the end of this season. Andrew Koh believes that, ?we have a really good group of guys this year. We're both talented and tight- knit, and while we obviously have to take things step by step, I really believe that we can make a run at the State

Championship. On the days we've clicked as a group, we've played extremely well. I'm very hopeful for what we can accomplish this season.? With the strong leadership of its captains, the team could accomplish much more. However, Mattera and Koh are both more than just athletes. They have demonstrated incredible leadership this year, showing why they were chosen to be captains. Even though they may be making an impact on the team, the team also makes an impact on them. Mattera said that, ?Prep Golf has made me more patient in the classroom, but more importantly

has showed me how to be a good leader.? Both captains are accomplished students, and are two of Prep?s finest. Both of them have put in hard work and dedication to become the captains of this team, and when given the responsibility to lead, they have stepped up and led this team through a great season. Perhaps most importantly, they have cultivated a sense of brotherhood between the team members, making a unified team that is striving for the PCL. Mattera explains that this team is, ?closer than any of the teams I was on Freshman to Junior year. We all have fun playing with

each other and competing. We even have a fantasy league. I love this team and I don't want the season to end.? Unfortunately, the season will end, with the PCL championships in just a few short weeks. Their fourth year in the golf program, Andrew Koh and Nick Mattera are looking for vengeance by beating La Salle this year. The Prep?s last PCL championship victory was in the 2014- 2015 season. But few teams since that season have been as strong as this one. The team is skilled, unified, and under the leadership of excellent captains. It looks

like The Prep is ready for this season?s PCL championship. Both Andrew Koh and Nick Mattera have dedicated four seasons of hard work to this team, and in their final season, and final rounds, they are both ready to win. On October 2nd, all four years of their golf experience will come to a close in one showdown between Prep and its rival schools. The captains, however, are not fazed. They are the leaders of the team for a reason, and when the championship starts at 8:00 a.m. on a simple Tuesday, captains Andrew Koh and Nick Mattera will be ready to win.

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10/ 2 @ LaSalle, @ W 2-1

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Tr ying to Catch Up with Cross Countr y The Prep cross country team continues its journey to success in the PCL through a young, talented team led by hardworking leaders. This season, the team raced in invitationals across the state, put up impressive hot- weather times, and also worked towards the goal of being more cohesive and closer together as a pack during races. Team captains are going above and beyond in their responsibilities, leading the large number of new runners. The cross country team members are battling injuries and sickness, especially the recovering Alex Tigano ?20. Led in races by returning runners and fresh talent, the cross country team is set for positive future seasons. The cross country team captains are Ricky Raup ?20, Joseph Cahill ?19, Anthony Villari ?19, Ryan Hankee ?19, and Patrick Lorei ?19. Five captains were voted upon by the large team from last year, and they are surpassing expectations in performance and leadership. Junior Ricky Raup continues to excel during PCL meets at Belmont Plateau as well as invitationals in the region. His performances are on par with his freshman and sophomore seasons, and he is on track to become a first team All- Catholic. Seniors Joseph Cahill and Anthony Villari continue to swap positions at

(Photo: St. Joseph's Prep)

By Denis Gallagher '21

heat, the Prep cross country team battled the best teams in the state, to finish 19th out of 40 teams. An important factor when looking at the cross country team?s progress is injuries. Captain Patrick Lorei suffered his fourth stress fracture in his leg, a tough obstacle for him and the team. Recently, many top runners such as Joe Cahill, Pat Casey, and Nico Robak ?21 have encountered minor setbacks like sickness or sprained ankles. As the season goes on, the team will hopefully regain its strength and work towards a high ranking in the PCL and state. Team rival Lasalle has a strong team this year and are the returning state champions. The Prep?s cross country team is fully capable of breaking up Lasalle?s finishers and possibly dethroning them in the PCL. It will be an interesting race once the Catholic League champs rolls around.

The squad celebrates a 3rd place finish at the Lebanon Valley Dutchman I nvitational second place, battling for the best time to finish out their senior seasons. Behind the team?s top three runners is a hungry group vying for the four other varsity spots. Healthy competition between the team?s best runners had produced outstanding performances from freshman Patrick Casey ?22 and senior captain Ryan Hankee. A special addition to the team includes Chilean exchange student Martin Falcon

?20, who has ranked first and second in two races. The top runners have a strong squad behind them, adding to the depth of the team. Over the course of the early season, the Prep cross country team has traveled far and wide to compete in a number of invitationals across the state. Most notably was the varsity?s performance at Lebanon Valley Invitational. Led by Ricky

Raup, Martin Falcon, and Joe Cahill, the team was able to place third overall in a hot heat of teams from central Pennsylvania. Following Lebanon Valley was the Bulldog Invitational at Rosetree Park in Media. On a warm day and long course, the team had to grind out a ninth place finish, with work left to do. Most recently, seven varsity runners raced in Hershey, at the PIAA Foundation Race. In a packed, hot

Overall, the cross country team is battling injuries on the varsity level, but has a strong backbone of over five dedicated runners including Luke Vacha ?20 and Charlie Scheuch ?19. It will need to put in some tough mileage and workouts before the season begins to taper, but with some determination and hard work, great talent has the chance to show in each runner.

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