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Edward S. Marcus High School • 5707 Morriss Road, Flower Mound, TX 75028

The Marquee Staff EDITOR IN CHIEF Chloe White MANAGING EDITOR Jolie Mullings COPY/SPORTS/ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Kendall Cooper DESIGN EDITOR Aeralyn Stinson Junior Riley Schmidt and other varsity cheerleaders link fingers while singing the Alma Mater after the 58-13 win against Irving on Sept. 27.

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PHOTO EDITOR Emily Lundell DIGITAL CONTENT EDITOR/ OPINION EDITOR Skyler Middleton NEWS/FEATURE EDITOR Alex Anderson ONLINE MANAGER Shayla Sistrunk

UNT introduces an all-new Esports gaming team to campus

REPORTERS Samantha Thornfelt, Nikhila Bulusu, Ava Bush, Madi Olivier, Reya Mosby, Michael Minton

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SPEED PAINTING Junior posts time-lapsed videos of her original artwork on YouTube

SPORTS WHEELCHAIRS FOR CHANGE Circle of Friends hosts wheelchair basketball game to raise money

ENTERTAINMENT VEGAN OR CARNIVORE?

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PHOTOGRAPHERS Tara Connick, Maya Hernandez ADVISER LaJuana Hale PRINCIPAL Will Skelton The Marquee newsmagazine is a student-generated publication of Marcus High School. It is produced, edited and maintained through the efforts of the school’s advanced journalism class. The Marquee is designed to serve the school and community as a forum for open discussion and student expression. The Marquee encourages letters to the editor as part of its mission to educate, inform and provide an open forum for debate. All submissions must be signed. The staff reserves the right to edit all material. Editorials reflect the opinion of the staff, not necessarily that of the administration. Signed columns or reviews represent only the opinion of the author. Advertising rates are $70 per 1/8 of a page, with discounts available. Patron ads are available for $100. Online advertisements are also available. For more information call 469-713-5196. The Marquee is a standing member of ILPC, TAJE, ATPI, CSPA, NSPA, JEA and Quill and Scroll.

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Band kicks off season with new head director story sam thornfelt Photo Emily Lundell

This past spring, Jeffrey Jones took over the position of Director of Bands from Amanda Drinkwater, who had been at that position for over a decade.

Drinkwater left to take a job as LISD’s Fine Arts Director late last school year.

Jones previously worked as a band director at Mesquite High School and an assistant director at Poteet High School.

“I was thrilled,” Jones said.

“I had heard that the reputation of the Marcus band program reaches far and wide.”

The introduction of a new head director after many years with Drinkwater made the band anxious to meet Jones and discover what direction he planned to lead them. The entire band formally met Jones the first day of their summer rehearsals at the beginning of June. There, students got to know him and his methods, easing some of their nerves concerning the next marching season.

“Some people were nervous and some were excited for the change,” senior Ashlyn Bruns said. “But, I think now that we’ve transitioned, everyone realizes that we’re going to be fine with Mr. Jones.”

Jones said growing up with musical influences, like his mother, is what first led to his involvement in band. When he was younger, Jones’s mother sang and played the clarinet, which led his interests in music to grow and resulted in him joining his school’s band. Jones made the decision to become a director because he enjoys coming to a place where he can create and collaborate with other passionate people.

“It’s great because it’s an opportunity to teach how to express yourself in a way that’s engaging and entertaining,” Jones said. “It’s an opportunity to stay connected to an art form you love.”

Since working with Jones, students have had the opportunity to learn about him and his teaching style. Junior Alex Kang said that Jones has kept the same basics of teaching as Drinkwater, making the transition easier than some students had originally thought. Kang believes

the band in the Bands of America Grand Nationals. Jones said his goals for this year are the same as those he lives by every day— to be better than the day before.

His measure of success is to see how close someone can get to what they are actually capable of doing and if they are able to surpass what expectations that they had set for themself, rather than measuring it through plaques or trophies. This year, Jones hopes to uphold the same reputation that the band has had for years, and to have a program that represents his -Jeffrey Jones students’ driven commitment to performing.

“My plan is to continue that Jones stresses the importance of to be something that the school and valuing hard work when preparing for community can be incredibly proud of,” performances.

Jones said. “Not only the work that goes “He really hopes that we’re proud into the product created, but the people of whatever we put on the field,” Kang that create it.” said. “He’s very focused on having us feel accomplished with what we do.”

This year’s program, entitled “Renaissance”, resembles compositions of the Medieval period with additions of modern style.

Despite the show being planned before Jones was hired, Bruns believes that he was still able to successfully accomplish the program’s concept.

“The show we have this year is really themed around becoming something new from old,” Bruns said. “We’re bringing in old aspects from before and new, positive changes, which I think is fitting for this year.”

This November, Jones Director of Bands Jeffrey Jones has a family history of musical will be competing with talent. Growing up, his mother was a member of a quartet and

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had musicians constantly going in and out of their house.

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UNT finds success with new Esports teams story & photo MADI OLIVIER UNT became the first public university with a varsity Esports team last Feb., and on Oct. 1, they won their first tournament —OPLive Dallas — 3-0.

The program supports four games— Overwatch, Hearthstone, League of Legends and Heroes of the Storm. The Esports coordinator Dylan Wray was impressed with the team’s performance at the competition.

“We actually took the whole thing, which was really fun and kind of a good morale boost for the players as well,” Wray said.

In addition to bringing in scholarship money from winning competitions, the Esports team also provides players with an opportunity to meet other students interested in video games.

Hearthstone player Gabino Bencomo has built close friendships through the program.

“To be around people going ‘yeah, I like video games too,’ it’s just a little bit heartwarming,” Bencomo said.

The program has been in the making for two years. UNT has had many gaming clubs for years, which caught the attention of University President Neal Smatresk. He

made a proposal of the idea, which ultimately led to the start of the program.

“I think that there’s just a long history of talented students here at UNT. I think that’s a huge component of it, in a very competitive and in a very vibrant club scene in the past,” Wray said.

Now that the idea of an Esports team is a reality, the players practice for three hours on Thursday and Friday. For the first hour, the players discuss their strategies and watch video replays of the team they play next. For the rest of the time the players scrimmage against other universities.

“In the case of Overwatch, they continuously play against semi professional teams because they’re that good,” Wray said.

The teams meet in a gaming room called The Nest for practice, which was added to campus a little more than a year and a half ago. The $200,000 facility contains 15

Alienware gaming PCs, chairs and tables of the newest technology.

“It’s some of the top gaming things that a guy can ask for,” Bencomo said.

The equipment is open to the use of all students, although it’s closed when the Esports team has practice. Wray believes that having an official place where the players can collaborate face-to-face has improved the success of the program.

“What I like about using this space is that it creates that kind of home base for all of the students to have and rally around,” Wray said.

The Esports program provides a service to students, according to Wray. He believes that it’s a new way for students to express themselves and find pride for UNT outside of the more well known activities such as football.

“This allows a new generation to find pride and passion in our university,” Wray said.

The players agree that Esports is a way to find their place at UNT. Hearthstone player Evan Martinez also says the program allows him to leave the worries of college behind and enjoy himself.

“College is very stressful because you have a lot of deadlines, you’re College senior Robert Martinez practices “Overwatch”. He played in a gaming club at UNT before living on your own, you have bills trying out for the Esports team. to pay, you’ve got so much to do,”

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Martinez said. “Just to come in here, where all you have to do is play a game and just have fun, it’s a nice stress reliever.”

Some players believe that there is still a negative stigma around video games, especially from older generations. According to Bencomo, when most people hear that he plays video games, their minds begin categorizing him as nerdy or wasting time. However, he believes that Esports provide a good way for gamers to form a community.

“People feel ostracised about it, now they have a place to call home,” Bencomo said.

Esports has been gaining popularity in the college scene. More and more colleges are adopting teams and competing.

As of mid-October there were 88 colleges in America with Esports teams. There is even a National Collegiate Esports Association. The Esports scene is growing beyond colleges as well. A video gaming arena is being built in the Arlington Esports coordinator Convention Center.

Disney, ESPN and ABC have begun broadcasting Overwatch League games. Players are excited about the future of Esports and hope that one day people will stop watching Netflix for a few minutes to view a tournament. Overwatch player Robert Martinez is especially enthusiastic about the increased popularity of Esports.

“It’s the future,” Martinez said. “This is what they will have on TV.”

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Hearthstone is an online collectible card game. Players choose one of nine Warcraft heroes to play as, and then take turns playing cards from their customizable decks.

Players can cast spells, use weapons, and summon minions to win a game.

Overwatch is a multiplayer shooter game. Players work as teams to secure and defend control points on a map or escort a payload across the map as farthest as possible.

League of Legends is a multiplayer battle game. The arena is a square with bases on opposing corners with paths connecting the bases. The objective of the game is to get to the other team’s base and destroy it.

Heroes of the Storm is a multiplayer battle game. It includes characters from other games like Warcraft, Diablo, StarCraft, The Lost Vikings and Overwatch. The goal of the game is to destroy the enemy core, which is the center of the enemy’s main base.

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Volleyball honors young cancer survivor Story Alex Anderson Photos Erin Kimball

informed that she was going to have to have immediate surgery to remove it.

“It was just a mixture of emotions,” Chelsey’s mom, Sherry Reichenberger, said. “Knowing what she will go through... it’s absolutely heartbreaking.”

As Chelsey’s condition progressed, she went from having standard yearly doctor’s visits to going every Thursday.

Her family found it hard to watch the

youngest daughter go through what they say is one of the hardest things a person can experience. Caroline remembers moments when Chelsey was in chemotherapy and she thought she was losing her little sister.

“Our life just turned within two days,” Sherry said. “She’s the baby of the family so she’s always been close to me.”

While Chelsey was going through

The crowd talked amongst themselves as the volleyball players warmed up on the court. Their yellow “Cheerful for Chelsey” shirts brought a pop of color to the stadium. As the girls started to play, their focus was heightened. They were playing for more than just themselves that night.

The volleyball program hosted their annual Heart of a Marauder night on Oct. 2. This year, they honored seventh grader Chelsey Reichenberger.

Her older sister, Caroline Reichenberger, is the manager for the freshman volleyball team.

The volleyball program decided to honor Chelsey after learning about her recent battle with cancer.

“It makes me feel just so happy that everyone cares and everyone just doesn’t avoid hearing about it,” Chelsey said.

Last July, Chelsey was diagnosed with dysgerminoma, a type of germ cell cancer that occurs Chelsey Reichenberger stands on the court before the volleyball game waiting to receive her award. Her in the abdomen. After discovering that Chelsey had shy side came out as everyone in the stands had their eyes on her. She said all the attention made her feel a cancerous tumor, she was nervous.

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chemotherapy, she experienced intense pain and nausea, to the point that every time she lifted her head she vomited.

She also faced great amounts of fatigue, as well as easy bruising and hair loss.

However, her condition began to improve after a few months.

The Thursday following the Heart of a Marauder event, Chelsey and her family found out that she was cancer-free. “[It was] surreal,” Sherry said. “It was probably the best moment of my life.”

Heart of a Marauder started with U.S. history teacher Jesse Hood’s daughter Lydia in 2011. She was the honoree of the program for its first few years until she went into remission.

Then, the program extended to other members of the Marcus family who were going through or recovering from cancer.

The program’s purpose is to raise money to help the family of the patient pay off their medical bills from treatment.

Volleyball collected $1 donations at the game in the form of red, heart-shaped cards that were placed on the wall of the MAC. Chelsey’s older sisters, Caroline and Kaitlyn are members of AVID, so AVID also participated by selling yellow t-shirts for $15 to students, teachers and even middle school students.

After the AVID shirt sales and the donations made during the event, volleyball will have raised about $4,000 for the Reichenberger family. Chelsey and her family describe the outpouring of affection from the community as amazing and inspiring.

“You look up and you could just see all the yellow shirts,” Sherry said. “Chelsey’s just that ordinary kid who got sick and these people are here sharing her joy and sharing her journey.”

Junior Riley Vaughn is on the varsity volleyball team and helped with the donations. She said that the event helps give the students a better perspective on hardships and what some people have to experience. She said that learning about Chelsey and her story will helps other kids realize how lucky they are.

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Varsity volleyball surrounds Chelsey Reichenberger and her family as she receives the Heart of a Marauder award. This award has been given out since 2011 to members of the Marcus community who have been diagnosed with cancer, starting with “Lydia’s Fight Night” in honor of teacher Jesse Hood’s daughter.

granted,” Vaughn said. “To see somebody else going through so much pain and so much struggle that a lot of people in Flower Mound don’t face is kind of an eye

experience for her players. She said that having the team see the struggles that others are going through and trying to make a difference is one of the greatest lessons the players can learn—the art of giving back.

“It feels good knowing that I’m not just a volleyball coach,” Barker said. “I have a hand in teaching our athletes to look beyond just themselves.”

Chelsey’s condition has continued to improve since the event. On Oct. 16, Chelsey underwent another final surgery to remove her chemotherapy port.

Her mother describes this surgery as something to look forward to rather than a sad or fearful event.

“It’s a milestone,” Sherry said. “When the port is taken out, in my mind, it cleanses the cancer away. This is the surgery every cancer patient wants to have.”

Chelsey’s just that ordinary kid who got sick and these people are here sharing her joy and sharing her journey.

- SHERRY REICHENBERGER, CHELSEY’S MOM

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opener to just be grateful for everything we have.”

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Theatre hosts annual 24-hour PlayFest story Reya Mosby photos Tara Connick Time was running out and the anticipation grew the closer it got to the final performance. It was crunch time, and the actors were rehearsing their scene for the last time before they went on stage. The director, junior Logan Collins, sat watching, trying to mask his worried expression. Running lines, they sat in a circle as Collins gave them last minute words of encouragement. It was time for the show.

This is Theatre’s second year to put on 24-Hour PlayFest, students are split into five groups by head theatre director Denise Tooch and assigned a role of either writer, director, technician or actor.

“I love the fact that it’s all student done,” senior and assistant tech director, Morgan Piper, said. “That’s awesome to me.”

Writers start scripting a scene that they create based on props of their choice, and they write from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. The following day, directors and actors come to school at 7 a.m. with the completed scripts. From there, the technicians, actors and directors have all day to make the scene come to life.

Piper worked with Collins to create the set for his production of “Five Days in Hell.”

“He gave me a concept and I took the furniture we had, and we built the set out of nothing together,” Piper said.

Throughout the day, actors memorized the scripts and planned where the actor, should be on stage. Then at 9 a.m., the technicians worked with the director on lighting, costumes, props and sound.

At 7 p.m., the actors come together and showcase their scenes for friends and family.

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Senior Caleb Sandberg, junior Hannah Keller and sophomore Ava Applegate collaborate with the rest of the cast to decide the stage setup for the Halloween themed play “Hunted Party”.

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to become playwrights,” sophomore and actress Ava Applegate said. “It gives [actors] a chance to act if they haven’t had any that year. It gives [technicians] another chance to lead tech. It just gives kids more opportunities.”

Last year, Theatre did a smaller version of the PlayFest. The concept was new, which motivated students to sign up.

“We had never done it, so it was up to the students to pioneer the way, which was a really interesting opportunity for us,” Collins said.

••• Throughout the day, the dynamic of every group became obvious. Some groups worked better with constant repetition and mentally blocking their movements. Others prefered to be by themselves and silently memorize lines.

The different personalities of the students as a whole came through as they all got to know one another.

“You walk into one place and they are bouncing some really fun ideas off of each other, laughing and joking around,” Tooch said. “You walk into another room and there’s very focused individual work happening. It really encourages collaboration that I love to watch.”

During the middle of the day, the students energy level increased. Writers, actors, technicians and directors worked to perfect staging and memorization.

They took turns rehearsing the technical aspect of the scenes in the black box theatre.

“I think they like it because it’s 24 hours of intensity and then it’s over,” Tooch said.

“It is this little magic journey that is never experienced again.”

Tooch feels it allows the students to have freedom of expression.

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Junior Ronan Benford played a paralyzed shooting victim who viewed the dead bodies that surrounded him in the play “Five Days of Hell”.

visions and putting them together into a cohesive way that makes the audience feel something is incredible.”

As a director for one of the shows, “Five Days in Hell”, Collins enjoyed the opportunity to bring a writer’s thoughts to life. This was Collins’ second year participating in 24-Hour PlayFest as a director.

“You get to be much more creative [as a director] than you are as an actor,” Collins said. “You get to be creative in an acting aspect, technical aspect and a staging aspect. [It’s] really interesting to see your vision come to life rather than being a part of somebody else’s vision.”

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••• It was time to perform. Bright lights were aimed at the actors whose hearts were beating out of their chests. A calm sense of fear and calmness washed over the students as the show began.

Each performance came a long way from the beginning of the day.

“It was something exciting for all of us— the mere thought of doing something in 24 hours,” Piper said. “It’s like a Saturday rehearsal, but you get to show off what you did at the end, and it’s just super fun.”

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Doodles to digital

Junior Julia Campopiano digitally paints on her personal iPad by using her finger and the app Procreate. To find Campopiano’s YouTube channel search her name.

Junior shares digital art through YouTube channel Story Kendall Cooper Photo Emily Lundell

The American Airlines Center was packed with fans anxiously waiting for Panic! at the Disco to take the stage.

Junior Julia Campopiano rushed around the stadium desperately trying to find a crew member. Finally, she saw a man with a shirt that read “touring crew” standing in front of the popcorn line. She rushed to hand him her digital painting of Brendon Urie, the lead singer. Julia asked him to give it to Urie, and the he promised he would.

“That one’s really special to me because I made it with an actual purpose and it inspired me to start doing art again,” Julia said.

That painting is what ended her year long hiatus from art due to her busy schedule. Panic! at the Disco is Julia’s favorite band and part of the reason her

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art is where it is today. During middle school, she wanted to pursue animation as a career.

She began doodling in her notebooks as a result. Those doodles soon turned into full blown pieces of digital artwork.

It was the end of Julia’s freshman year when she posted her first speed painting video inspired by the song “Death of a Bachelor” by Panic! at the Disco. The piece took 10 hours and 19 minutes to complete.

It was drawn on her iPad using only her finger and the app Procreate. The app automatically time-lapsed and screen recorded the piece as it was completed. This sped up video created by the app is what Julia posted to her YouTube channel dedicated to art.

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Junior Julia Campopiano created this when she was inspired by Panic! at the Disco’s song, “Golden Days.”

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“Once I started uploading more things…I felt a lot better and a lot more secure,” Julia said.

When Julia was a kid, her mom, Marcie Campopiano, had already noticed an artistic spark. One year during Julia’s childhood, Campopiano and her husband decided to skip a summer vacation and build a new house that included a creativity room for their kids.

“I grew up where dreams weren’t really the most important thing in people’s lives,” Campopiano said. “I think they should be.”

Her mom said that growing up, Julia and her siblings watched YouTube often.

Julia taught herself to play the piano only by watching instructional YouTube videos.

“Of all my children, she is the one who if she decides she’s going to do something, it’s going to get done,” Campopiano said.

Few people outside the art community watch art YouTube channels. Julia said that an exception to this is if a YouTuber creates art inspired by a band because fans will flock to the videos.

“It feels kind of weird because you feel like you’re in this exclusive little thing,” Julia said. “No one else watches those except people who do the same thing as you.”

Julia wants to expand her channel in the future to more than just art. She discovered her passion for singing. and wants her channel to become something where she can post covers, art, and whatever else she chooses.

In the future, Julia wants to pursue a career in music production. Even though she is going to make music her top priority in college, she plans to not lose her artistic passion.

“I’ll always be drawing. I’m never going to stop,” Julia said.

things and just making a video in general takes so much longer than people actually think it does,” Julia said.

Even though she was excited for strangers to see her art, the thought of people she knew viewing her channel was intimidating.

Julia kept her channel under only her first name so she wouldn’t be identifiable.

“The stuff that I liked was so much more different than how I put myself out there in real life,” Julia said.

“I didn’t know how I felt for people to see another side of me.”

However, around the time of the concert, Julia began posting more on her channel. She eventually told people close to her about her YouTube, which showed a drastic change in her attitude This painting is inspired by the music video for Ariana Grande’s “God is a towards her art in freshman Woman.” It is junior Julia Campopiano’s most recent video and it took her two hours and 40 minutes to complete. year.

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Wheelin’ for charity

Circle of Friends holds Mound Showdown fundraiser Story Ava Bush Photos Maya Hernandez The school’s Circle of Friends group went head-to-head with their Flower Mound High School counterparts in a “Battle of the Mound” wheelchair basketball game on Oct. 17.

The Marauders won the game 32-31 thanks to a major second half comeback against the Jaguars. However, the real victory was the money that was raised to fund the Grand Ball for both schools.

In total, the event raised over $10,000, which will be divided between the special education programs.

Assistant Principal Kyle Smith was surprised with the crowd turnout at the game, which he estimated to be around 4,000 people.

“I think it was the loudest game I’ve ever participated in,” Smith said. “It’s exciting that what we’re doing is going to benefit those kids.”

The Grand Ball is a prom celebration held at the end of the year for the Circle of Friends program. The students dress up, are driven around in a limo and taken to a venue where they dance the night away.

Since the Grand Ball is expensive, Circle of Friends decided to raise the money themselves, rather than put the cost on

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the parents. Special Education teacher Anna Marie Schlichter was pleased the student body rallied around the game and offered donations to fund the event for both schools.

“Grand Ball is important because every boy and girl deserves to feel like a king or queen one night of their life,” Schlichter said.

Former LISD board member Carol Kyer proposed the idea to use the game

as a platform to raise money for each schools’ Circle of Friends program.

“We want to spread the kindness and let these kids know that they’re acknowledged and that people see them, and they’re not just something invisible that nobody wants to talk to,” Kyer said.

Kyer works for RISE adaptive sports program, which provides physically diasbled children a chance to compete in sports leagues such as wheelchair

SRO Mike Anderson and Head Athletic Director Kevin Atkinson cheer on their team during a late game comeback. The Marauders overcame Flower Mound’s 13-point lead in the first half of the game to secure the victory by one point.

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basketball. The program encourages kids to be active even though they have a disability. RISE is a nonprofit organization that relies on private funding and grants so that money isn’t a barrier.

“Everybody needs to feel part of a community,” Kyer said. “They need to feel that there is somebody out there thinking of them. If we can just show the kids we’re here for them, that’d be awesome.”

During her years on the schoolboard, Kyer talked with her neighbor, a teacher at Flower Mound, about how difficult it was to raise funds for Circle of Friends

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the day-to-day struggles of being in a wheelchair.”

In addition to fundraising, the game offered a chance for students and staff to understand some of the challenges that people with disabilities face.

Kyer wants to educate the community about these difficulties, and also increase support and awareness of people with disabilities.

“We want to get people to the place where they don’t see the disability, they see the person,” Kyer said. “And I think this game will help a lot.”

SRO Mike Anderson encourages his team as they take on rival Flower Mound. He later played in the second half.

Grand Ball is important because every boy and girl deserves to feel like a king or queen one night of their life.

-Anna Marie Schlichter, Special Education teacher

throughout the district. They originally organized golf tournaments to raise funds, but they were never a huge hit with the community. After retiring from her job with the district and joining RISE, Kyer thought that embracing the disablities of students in a fundraiser would rally the community - and it did, with an estimated 4,000 students and parents at the game.

“That challenge between the two schools to see which one is better is great,” Kyer said. “But at the same time it helps Circle of Friends, and it shows people

The basketball game is forecast to be an annual event, scheduled around the same time as the Mound Showdown each year. The money raised will be enough to fund the grand ball for both schools, with a little extra funding going towards RISE. “It’s important just to get the word out and for us to come together as a community for our special needs friends,” Special Education teacher Darin Heare said. “They’re a part of us, and they can do as much as we can. We just have to recognize that.”

The decade long feud fuels the players as Special Education teacher Darin Heare holds the ball over the Jaguars’ player, preparing to toss it to a fellow teammate.

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Seniors Austin Salyer, Riley Hall and TJ Short support the Marauders in the student section near the end of the game.

Sophomore Nick Schmao and Special Education teacher Darin Heare race down the commons in preparation for their upcoming game.

Parents and students from both schools packed the Flower Mound arena to support the teams, as well as make donations to Circle of Friends.

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A king or a queen to see what it’s like.

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Cole Sprouse.

Considering the current geo-political climate in the Middle East do you believe a workable Israeli-Palestine state is possible?

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He went on a week-long tour to a dozen college campuses to encourage young adults to vote. O’Rourke gained social media attention when he skateboarded in a Whataburger parking lot.

“I definitely believe there’s a likeability factor that comes with the charisma of a younger, energetic, enthusiastic candidate,” SMU political science professor Luisa del Rosa said. “The concern is turning that into a vote.”

For over two decades, Texas has remained a traditionally Republican state. Most of Texas remains strongly conservative, except for a few border counties and large cities such as Dallas, Austin and Houston. As a result, a Democrat has not held statewide office in Texas in 18 years. This is why the close Senate race between Democrat Beto O’Rourke and current Republican senator Ted Cruz has drawn national attention.

Senior Kyle Lleras feels that interest in the election is a result of the 2016 Cruz’s reelection strategy presidential election.

While O’Rourke may be getting media “With the outcome of the 2016 attention, The Marquee’s poll of 280 students presidential election, a lot of people are found that over 44 percent of students support more interested in what is actually going Cruz, which surpassed O’Rourke’s support by to happen,” Lleras said. “This has been 12 percent. the first time for our generation where

On Oct. 22, Trump held a rally for Cruz someone who isn’t considered the typical at the Toyota Center in Houston, along with politician has won the election.”

Gov. Greg Abbott, drawing a crowd of almost Most polls show Cruz and O’Rourke 20,000 people. People waited in line for over 24 are several points apart. The New York hours to get seats.

Times Oct. 11 poll places Cruz eight

Senior Anna Helmers said she is voting for points above O’Rourke, and other polls Cruz due to his stance on immigration. Cruz is Luisa del Rosa, place Cruz a few points above him. The a strong supporter of legal immigration, being race is classified as a toss-up by Cook SMU professor the son of a Cuban immigrant, and he wants to Political Report. strengthen border security.

Southern Methodist University political science “Beto is going off of the support of young people, and professor Victoria Farrar-Myers said this is a race that both Ted Cruz is going off of those who already support him,” Democrats and Republicans can be excited about.

Helmers said. “[The race] shows the two party system very well in a sense that we’re not living in a state that if you’re a Republican that’s the only thing that matters,” Farrar-Myers said.

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High schoolers can play a role if they realize the power they have to vote.

O’Rourke’s campaign strategy

O’Rourke raised more than $38 million, setting a record for Senate funding. He is not taking money from Political Action Committees (PACs) — committees which pool money for certain candidates or initiatives. Instead, O’Rourke said over 800,000 people have donated to his campaign.

While he is one year younger than Cruz, he has made an effort to appeal to younger voters.

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While the Senate race has gained national attention, county and local elections remain important according to County Commissioner Andy Eads.

“It’s important for [teens] to be involved in politics because it really is your civic duty as Americans to not only be involved in the process, but actually get out and vote, and be educated on the topics and issues of today,” Eads said.

On Oct. 22, during early voting, Denton County tripled the amount of voters compared to the last midterm election

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in 2014, and surpassed the 2016 amount of early voters.

On Oct. 8, Republican candidates held a meet and greet at Marty B’s in Bartonville. James Kerbow graduated from Marcus in 2003 and is running for the Justice of Peace in Precinct 3. His mother, Becky Kerbow, previously held the position. Kerbow also emphasized the importance of high school students being politically active and well informed.

If elected, Kerbow said he plans to speak to high school and middle school students about being informed and involved in politics.

“I love to see it, no matter what side of politics you believe,” Kerbow said. “If you’re out here and you’re doing something that you care about in support of your community, I’m all for it.”

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23%

33%

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44%

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How divided are teens over politics?

Texas education issues still concern many voters In local and statewide elections, education remains a key topic. Currently, Texas ranks 35th in the nation for perstudent funding. The Texas Education Agency projected that state funding for education will continue to drop by $3.5 million in the next few years, due to local property taxes rising.

County Commissioner Andy Eads acknowledged problems with the “Robin Hood” school funding plan. It’s called Robin Hood because the state takes local tax money from wealthy school districts and redistributes it to poorer school districts.

“I can tell you that Robin Hood has been a failed system for a long time and people are working diligently,” Eads said.

“One thing that is true, the local property tax payer is paying a large burden on education funding. Many people want that moved to the state level.”

who do you support in the texas senate race?

BETO BETO O’ROURKE O’ROURKE

SOMEWHAT SOMEWHAT

YES 43%

Which do you consider yourself to be?

45%

16%

SOMEWHAT SOMEWHAT

59%

do you think young voters have an impact on elections?

33% NO 24%

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Partisan split renews student engagement story sam thornfelt & Nikhila Bulusu

The partisan split

Just turning on the local news is enough to hear people arguing about the nation’s political climate. Walking around school, it’s common to overhear heated debates about breaking news and the senate race. For the majority of U.S. history, there have been two major opposing parties. However, in recent years, the division within the nation has widened, not only affecting adults, but students as well.

“The current division in politics is ripping America in half between Democrats and Republicans,” junior Kristin Burnthorne said. “It’s hard to find a compromise because people really cling to their values and refuse to be open minded.”

Previously, the school formed a Political Club so students and teachers could discuss their opinions on the current political climate and prevalent issues. Former member, senior Logan Sumich, said that having access to a place where students are able to openly engage in a conversation about politics has helped them gain perspective on certain subjects.

By listening to others, members learned how to look at politics through different points of view.

“It shows students that political discourse isn’t exactly partisan,” Sumich said. “There’s always another side to an issue.”

While some students believe current discussions have helped merge gaps on the political spectrum, others still consider there to be a large divide. According to a recent Marquee poll of 280 students, 59 percent think that there is a divide within teens’ political opinions.

Senior Anna Helmers said that many people in the area have not been exposed to differing perspectives, which has caused them to be firm in their own beliefs. She feels that this lack of exposure has led others to rely on the viewpoints of their peers or parents, rather than developing their own thoughts and ideas.

“These young voters need to learn to put themselves in other people’s shoes,” Helmers said. “Your opinion should be formed off of conversations about policies and learning.

Opinions should not be formed off of someone else’s.”

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AP Macroeconomics teacher Matthew Stoeberl wants to encourage young voters to educate themselves before going to the polls. He considers researching candidates to be crucial to voters’ decisions. Stoeberl believes that by finding a few issues that matter to young voters, they will be able to make informed, independent decisions when it’s their time to vote.

“Maybe you can’t vote but there’s nothing stopping you from learning, and that’s what I think people [should do],” Stoeberl said. “Find the things they care about, really dive in and educate themselves about it.”

The influence of social media The large presence of technology in today’s society has created a widespread platform where people can voice their opinions and spread ideas. The access to social media and mainstream news coverage has led to the idea that action can be taken through liking or sharing a post.

Senior Kyle Lleras said that political activism today contrasts past movements in America. He said that when comparing student led civil rights movements in the 1960s to online movements today, there is now a lack of commitment to spreading political awareness, as accessibility to online sources has created a trend of laziness.

“I think the death of this country is going to be in the ‘slacktivism,’ and it has to stop,” Lleras said. “People can’t just tweet something and say they are politically engaged without actually doing anything, especially if they are trying to gain rights or political awareness about certain issues.”

Helmers said that this bias has led to people viewing political debates as one party versus another, when it should be about discussing what is best for the country.

“It is beyond professional politics,” Helmers said. “It has gone a step further into attacking people for who they are as a person, rather than just disagreeing with their beliefs.You can make a stance for what you believe in, but be respectful about it.”

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YES 36%

NO 64%

do you consider yourself politically active?

NO 40% YES 60% 40%

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Over the past several years, statistics have shown that young voter turnout is significantly lower than other age groups. In the 2016 presidential election, 18-29 year olds were the lowest margin at 46 percent, whereas citizens who were 65 or older were at 70.9 percent. These numbers are also typically reflected in the midterms. The U.S. Elections Project found that the highest turnout of young voters in the midterms was 21 percent.

These low percentages have led several politicians to focus their campaigns on older voters, making young voters feel ignored and even less willing to register.

“If teenagers aren’t voting, then young people become irrelevant to a politician holding their job,” Stoeberl said. “The last thing you want to be is irrelevant.”

AP Government teacher Carey Petkoff said that Texas has the second to lowest number of voter registrations in the nation. She said the young voting population that feels neglected needs to know that their vote counts.

“If no one in Texas is voting and you get a group of friends to go and vote, you could potentially swing the election,” Petkoff said.

This year, these low registration percentages have shifted, as Texas has recently hit its record high of registered voters, with over 15,000 for the 2018 midterms. Junior Armando Palacios said that he has noticed more political involvement from his peers because of campaigns and rallies targeted towards new, young voters. Palacios said that this has sparked new change in students, even those under the legal voting age.

“Students can now know that their vote counts and that their voices can be heard,” Palacios said.

“They can now state their opinions and know that they matter.”

Stoeberl believes that the inclusion of new voters has the ability to alter future elections. By participating in elections, young people are given an opportunity to be heard by politicians and have a say in the issues that matter.

“History is made by the people that show up,” Stoeberl said. “I think that’s something that the young generation needs to pay attention to. If you want a voice, you need to have voting numbers.”

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Frightening film reviews Reviews Alex Anderson

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THE SHINING For those who crave something a little more sinister during the Halloween season, Stanley Kubrick’s “The Shining” is the perfect movie to watch under the cover of darkness on Halloween night.

Today, horror movies often rely on things like jumpscares to keep audiences engaged. However, “The Shining” makes you uncomfortable in a unique way.

From the ear piercing score to the creepy demeanor of the young twins, this film keeps your skin crawling throughout the almost three hour runtime.

From the first ten minutes the audience can decipher that something bad is going to happen. The father, Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson), seems emotionally distant and disconnected from his family. His son, Danny Torrance (Danny Lloyd), has an “imaginary friend”, Tony, who maintains a looming presence over Danny and the other characters. All of this leaves the audience to guessing how each character is going to spiral downward.

“The Shining” lives separately from the horror films of today despite being a

classic of the genre. There are no intense jumpscares or gory demons to fight. The film relies on psychological terror to scare its audience. Jack’s wife, Wendy Torrance, isn’t fighting a demon—she’s fighting her own husband who’s gone mad.

“The Shining” truly is Jack Nicholson’s movie. The film would not be the same without his terrifying portrayal of Jack Torrance. He contributes to many of the film’s most intense scenes, adding a layer of madness to the supernatural setting.

He pulls the camera to him in every scene he’s in, and the audience simply cannot look away.

Kubrick’s use of imagery throughout the film has become iconic in its own right, from the pattern of the Overlook carpet to the image of the Grady twins standing side-by-side at the end of the hallway. Even the shot of blood flowing out of the elevator has been recreated in many shows and movies.

“The Shining” continues to be a horror and thriller classic that haunts viewers to this day. It’s creepy atmosphere and

terrifying performances will make you check behind your bathroom curtain for years to come. It truly is the perfect film to watch in preparation for the Halloween season.

THE CONJURING With the recently release of “The Nun”, many people will turn to the first film of the Conjuring series, “The Conjuring”, to get background on the characters of the series. Released in 2013, the film focuses on Ed and Lorraine Warren, a couple who investigate cases of the supernatural.

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reality than other modern day horror films.

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exaggerations to the story for the film.

Many people while watching a horror film are comforted by the fact that all of it is fake and dramatized to be scary. However, the truth to the Warren’s cases doesn’t allow the viewers of the Conjuring series to have that sense of security.

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maintaining the scary elements of modern-day horror. Minus a handful of cheesy and cliche lines, the script plays out as a supernatural mystery causing the audience to constantly try and figure out what happened at the house or who the spirit is and what their motivations are.

The film doesn’t rely on cheap jumpscares to maintain its horror feel, instead it uses great suspense to constantly make the audience sit on the edge of their seats.

The cinematography of the film makes every shot worthy of being framed and placed on a wall. Each frame of the movie contains the elements of an artistic painting and make the audience feel as if they are walking through a gothic art

gallery. In addition, the camera works makes the setting feel three-dimensional.

Often in film, the cameras shoot in more of a two-dimensional plane and just rotate around the actors.

In “The Conjuring” the camera moves above and below the actors to truly make the audience believe they are in the Perron house with the characters. When the camera follows behind Roger Perron (Ron Livingston) as he descends into the basement, the audience feels like they are with him, waiting for something to pop up out of the dark.

The lighting and production design of the Perron house manage to make it seem homey yet unsettling, a necessary balance

in order to maintain the feel of a horror film without making the inevitable fate of the characters too obvious.

The large curved tree in the backyard feels like Death’s hand reaching toward the Perron family, bringing a looming sense of danger over the family. The atmosphere makes the audience constantly aware that something bad is going to happen causing them to anticipate that moment.

“The Conjuring” is another perfect film to get anyone in the scary mood of Halloween. With its creepy ambience, terrifying demons and interesting characters, it keeps the audience scared while also making them figure out the unfolding mystery.

BEETLEJUICE In preparation for Halloween, many people love to watch their favorite scary movies to get in the mood. However, for some, the ooky-spooky family films like “Hocus Pocus” and “Nightmare Before Christmas” are less terrifying ways to get in the Halloween spirit. Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice” is a perfect addition to that list.

Burton is the king of creepy family films that have become Halloween classics. He often paints dark, dreary landscapes that still manage to envelope comedy and lightness, and his 1988 film is no exception. Backed by composer Danny Elfman’s iconic score, the pair set the tone for the film in the first three minutes.

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in when Michael Keaton’s Beetlejuice fully arrives in the film. Despite his somewhat brief time on screen, his dynamic portrayl proves why the film is named after him.

Winona Ryder plays the goth teenager Lydia who rebels against her stepmother as they move into a new house. A teenager herself, Ryder injects humor and charm into a relatively generic character.

By the end of the film, you can’t help but love Lydia. Geena Davis’s Barbara puts a different spin on the newlywed housewife. Neither her or her husband, Adam (Alec Baldwin), are dependant of the other. They work together to fix their issues as individuals that each offer something unique to the relationship.

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Do it yourself: Halloween edition Story Chloe White

While Halloween is only days away, it’s not too late to make a DIY costume. Instead of spending money on a costume you’ll wear once, head to your favorite clothing store—whether it’s Target, Walmart or a thrift store—and buy items to make a quick and re-wearable costume. You don’t need to be a master crafter to craft your own costume.

What’s spookier than Halloween? The thought of getting caught caught in the hallway without your ID. You can’t forget your ID when you ARE your ID. After a trip to Hobby Lobby for white posterboard, cardstock, a hot glue gun and cotton webbing, spend the afternoon making a giant ID. Here’s how to make your very own Marcus ID costume!

Supplies: white foam board, printer, cardstock, webbing (backpack strap material), hot glue gun 1. Cut a rectangle the size of a sheet of paper in the top left corner using an x-acto knife.

2. Print out the Marcus logo in color and glue it the front, next to the cut-out.

3. Print out the barcode and glue it to the front, under the M and rectangle cutout.

4. Position the foamboard so your head is framed in the white rectangle cutout. Using a pencil, note where your shoulders are.

5. On the white side, hot glue the cotton webbing to your pencil mark. Hot glue the other end about a foot below.

Red jumpsuit gang member Since the red jumpsuit gang started last year, they’ve only grown bigger—now even students have realized the appeal of the comfy, simple jumpsuits. Luckily, the famous jumpsuit is easily avaliable from Amazon. Just order the Dickie’s Short Sleeve Coveralls and consider your costume done.

Couple’s costume: “Jurassic Park” While the newest Jurassic World movie just came out this summer, the original Jurassic Park will always remain iconic.

For a cute couple’s costume, dress up as everyone’s favorite paleontologist and paleobotanist using items that may already be in your closet.

Dr. Ellie Sattler: Dr. Sattler’s outfit is simple: just wear some high waisted chino shorts, and tuck in a blue tank top. Tie an oversized, pink button down shirt around your waist and finish the outfit with some boots.

Dr. Alan Grant: Dr. Grant wears a simple blue button down shirt, and khaki pants. The red bandana, which can be purchased from Hobby Lobby, makes the costume easily recognizable to fans of the series. If you’re feeling ambitious, weather your outfit using old coffee grounds, brown and red fabric paint.

Fortnite Fortnite is inarguably the biggest game of 2018 with over 100 million downloads, so it makes sense that this Halloween Fortnite will be the biggest trend. While some of the more detailed “skins”—special outfits for your Fortnite characters—are available at Spirit Halloween, the well-known default characters are easy to cheaply DIY. With an oversized pickaxe you’ll be so clearly Fortnite even parents will probably know exactly what you’re dressed up as.

The Fortnite default costumes are simple—for girls, just wear a grey tank top, aviator sunglasses, camo pants and combat boots, and for guys wear an army green tank top, beige camo pants, and tie a large light green bandana around your neck. To make an oversized pickaxe, cut out a pickaxe shape from poster board or balsa wood and paint with silver and brown craft paint.

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Haunting Halloween activities Story Skyler middleton

Spooky season has arrived and it’s already been a graveyard smash. Here are some ooky-spooky activities to do before the Halloween season is over.

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Throw a monster mash

When October rolls around, the haunted houses pop up and there is one for every thrill seeker. However, if you like to completely immerse yourself into the thrill of a horror movie is the perfect adventure to go on. This haunting experience is located at an 100-year-old abandoned meat packing plant in Fort Worth. The drive is definitely worth it for those who live for chilling activities. The trail is $35 for general admission, but their website offers some package deals and speed passes that allow you to skip the line. Walking through the woods at night is nerve racking enough, but when you add serial killers around every tree, house and turn, the goosebumps will never leave your arms.

Night owls who love being surrounded by tons of people should spend their Halloween nights dancing to spooky jams and chilling with friends. Throwing a costume party is the perfect way to spend the holiday. This allows you to dress up as your favorite superhero, TV character or monster and celebrate the night with your friends. The price can range by how many decorations you want and what food you decide to order. The cheapest way idea is a movie night with a small group of friends, and ordering Dominos. The alternative is inviting everyone you know and purchasing an abundance of halloween treats.

Pumpkin Patch $10 to park, price by weight for pumpkins

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For those who love fall but aren’t a fan of scary situations, a pumpkin patch is perfect for you. The hay ride with your friends is never going to disappoint on an October day, and you get to take home a pumpkin that you picked yourself. Strolling around rows of pumpkins of all different shapes and sizes is a great way to spend an afternoon. If you’re someone that prefers chilly days rather than chilling monsters, grab a pumpkin at the Flower Mound Pumpkin Patch. They charge one dollar per pound, so the average size pumpkins usually run around $8 while the humongous ones can cost around $50.

Six Flags Fright Fest: $70 If you want more than a couple of jump scares and a few fog machines, Fright Fest is meant for people who love some thrills. The park is packed with full time scares, roller coasters and monsters to make your visit extra creepy. While this is the pricey option, there is a lot included in the general admission which runs around $70. Even though it’s more money, it is easily an all day event. From demonic spirits to angry clowns, it is guaranteed that everyone’s Halloween fears are lurking somewhere in the park.

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For the herbivores Story & photos nikhila bulusu Everyone has different preferences and habits when it comes to food. Some are vegetarian for cultural reasons, others are vegan by choice. However, many can’t bear the thought of giving up meat. We went and tried out the best places for whatever your taste buds desire.

Nékter I was pleasantly surprised to see how aesthetically pleasing Nékter was. The modern California based juice bar is located on Dixon, right before it intersects with Long Prairie. The light wood flooring is complemented by an array of stringed lights and plants. With so many healthy, vegan options on the menu, ranging from fresh juices to frozen treats, I found it difficult to pick just one. I went with the Dragon Fruit handcrafted bowl. The bowl came with a blended mixture of dragon fruit, banana, pineapple and coconut water topped off with granola, coconut flakes and a variety of fruits. I was

immediately pleased by how cold and refreshing the blend tasted. The crunch of the granola along with the cool blend and fruits reminded me of a yogurt parfait. The fruits were fresh and I was impressed by the nutritional value of the meal.

Overall, the bowl was very filling and tasted great. The only downside to Nékter is the price. Everything there is relatively expensive. What I ordered was $10 and kept me full for around 3 hours, so I would say this is a great place to visit when you want to splurge.

Luna Grill After asking some of my vegan friends for food recommendations, I found that all of them loved Luna Grill, which is a casual Mediterranean restaurant right off of Cross Timbers and Long Prairie.

As soon as I walked in, I was struck by the pops of red in the cream color scheme, and the lace patterned lamps that had silverware dangling from them.

Upbeat music was playing in the background and fluorescent lights were shining through the menu above the ordering counter. It is the perfect mix of casual and formal.

The menu made it easy for me to find the vegan options by using a small leaf symbol. I decided to indulge in

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a typical Mediterranean dish, the Falafel. I was happy to see that the prices were not too expensive at $4 for my appetizer of falafels, while keeping the portion sizes reasonable. Four warm, round falafels came on a plate with cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, and tahini dipping sauce, which is made of sesame seeds. The falafels had a perfect, crunchy texture on the outside, which made biting into the warm vegetable filling more satisfying. The tahini sauce had a light consistency and a mild flavor.

I was very satisfied with this meal and the atmosphere of Luna Grill overall. The mix of a cute interior and good, reasonably priced food, made the perfect place to start eating healthy, vegan food.

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Meat Point

Meat Point has been around for over four years and is well known among residents of Dallas as it’s located near Deep Ellum. It is the go to place for

quality steak and lamb.

The menu consists of large portions and filling food. Everything is served much bigger than what you would think and there’s a good chance you won’t finish it. Chips are the main side but fries can be ordered as well. To get the best experience

at Meat Point, dining in is preferable instead of ordering out. The restaurant gives off the rustic vibe of a countryside barn.

I loved how the burger was extremely juicy and easy to handle. It was the perfect size and the meat was cooked to perfection. I was satisfied by every part of it.

Landmark Grill Landmark Grill is a unique family restaurant located in Lewisville off of FM 407 that is perfect for anyone who loves to have several options. I ordered a combo plate of steak, shrimp and a rack of ribs, however they also serve burgers and chicken tenders. I thoroughly enjoyed the unique sides they

offered including three different types of fries. The steak had an excessive amount of grease, forcing me to dab it several times with a napkin. I could tell it was seasoned well. It also came with a special signature sauce mixed with ketchup and several spices. The sauce was a tad bit spicy but nothing the average person couldn’t handle.

The price is what impressed me the most — in total it was $15.87. I feel like I paid a reasonable price for the amount of food I received. It was filling and definitely

made me want to come back for more.

To get the best experience, eat inside the restaurant. Nothing beats a classic home style meal.

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Find the coffee shop to match your mood Story & Photos Madi Olivier

No matter if you’re feeling overwhelmed or social, the thought of sitting in your favorite coffee shop while sipping a delicious drink can be tempting.

With dozens of coffee shops each offering different environments to accommodate your ever-changing moods, it can

be hard to decide which location to go to. Going to multiple cafes to determine which one is right for you can also be time consuming and expensive.

Whether you are feeling rushed or relaxed, there is a local coffee shop for you.

Grumpy/Rushed- 151 Coffee 151 Coffee, located on Long Prairie Road, is perfect if you are feeling irritable or need to be somewhere in a few minutes.

The building is small and only has a drive through, limiting your interaction with other people if you prefer to keep to yourself before your daily dose of caffeine. However, the people you do have to speak with to order your drink and pay are kind, even going as far as offering a Milk Bone for your dog. The business is run efficiently, ensuring that you can get your drink quickly.

151 Coffee is known for their 151 Freez, so that’s a good choice if you’re new to the shop. I ordered a Mocha Freez, which is basically a coffee milkshake. The drink is actually made using a milkshake machine. It tasted almost exactly like a regular iced mocha, but it had the same rich and creamy texture as a shake.

If you would rather something else, the menu offers a wide variety of drinks. The shop recently changed the closing time from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., so you have time to get a drink after school.

Overall, 151 Coffee’s fast service and yummy drinks are perfect to put you in a better mood and give you an extra energy boost.

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Kimzey’s, located off of 429 US-377 in Argyle, is great place for you to go if school or work has you feeling stressed. When you walk into the cafe it almost feels as if you entered a fairytale, as the inside is decorated with pastel colors, flowers, and a fireplace. The fun decor gives the shop a whimsical and relaxed vibe, which can help calm down even the most stressed students. The building is quiet and has multiple different rooms with comfortable seating, making it the perfect place to get some studying done or even just relax and prepare yourself for a stressful day ahead. The drinks are amazing as well. I got a chocolate cold brew, which is essentially an iced mocha. It was delicious, with the perfect balance between the bitter cold brew and sweet chocolate. The menu boasts a wide variety of options, from basic mochas and lattes to more specialized drinks such as The Candy Bar. However, Kimzey’s is almost twenty minutes away from campus, making it much further away than the other shops. entertainment

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Relaxed- Edison Coffee Co. The shop has chalkboard walls with numerous detailed drawings that are enough to entertain you for a while, but if you want to focus and get some last minute homework done, Edison also provides complimentary WiFi. The drinks are perfect for a quick pick-me-up. Basic drinks like lattes and Americanos are served all year, while seasonal drinks change throughout the year. The Autumn seasonal drinks have a “The Wizard of Oz” theme. I got the drink called Dorothy’s Dream. It tasted similar to a Pumpkin Spice Latte, but with additional apple cider taste. I normally dislike apple flavored drinks, but I thoroughly enjoyed this one. I’ve ordered a wide variety of drinks from Edison over the years, and I’ve never been disappointed. Edison also offers food items such as muffins and sandwiches.

If you feel calm in the morning and want a place to relax, Edison Coffee Co on Parker Square Road in Flower Mound is perfect for you. There are normally a few other people getting their coffee, but the baristas are kind and treat you like you’re the only customer there, happily discussing your day as they brew your drink. The shop has rustic decor and always has soft music playing in the background, which gives Edison a homey feel.

Fun Loving/Social- Sukoon Coffee and Ice Cream If you’re in the mood to hang out with friends and enjoy a yummy treat, you should check out Sukoon Coffee and Ice Cream on Main Street in Lewisville. The shop has about 10 comfortable seating areas and a fake fireplace, which gives it a cozy feel. In the background, upbeat music is played fairly loudly compared to other shops.

Board games, magazines, and books are available, so while Sukoon might not be an ideal study spot, it’s a great place to socialize and have fun.

The cafe offers more basic drinks like mocha lattes, but also specializes in more dessert-like drinks, such as a cookies and cream frappe, which is what I ordered. The drink was a delicious treat. It tasted like an Oreo milkshake, but with a hint of coffee. The consistency was relatively thin for a frappe, but the taste and whipped cream dusted with cookie powder made up for it.

The drinks took a while, but it shouldn’t be a problem if you’re planning on hanging out. Unlike the other coffee shops, Sukoon also offers ice cream, which makes it an even better place to treat yourself to a night out with friends.

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The highs and lows Kendall Cooper

@Kendall_Cooper7

“Mom please,” I screamed until my throat hurt.

My mom laid motionless on my parents’ bed. I begged her to show a sign that she was okay. Barely conscious, she couldn’t even open her eyes. My heart was beating out of my chest, and my body went cold. After countless unanswered calls to my dad, I dialed 911. I explained that my mom is a type one diabetic and her blood sugar had dropped to 22 mg/ dL. It’s supposed to be around 100 mg/dL. “Please hurry,” I begged. I ran to the front door, waiting. I wanted the front door open when the paramedics arrived.

I heard sirens in the distance. It took them a couple of minutes to arrive, but it felt like a lifetime. The ambulance pulled up, and the paramedics rushed inside.

I immediately told them about my mom’s condition. They forced her to swallow an extremely sugary paste so that her blood sugar would come back up.

As the medicine began to work, one of the paramedics reassured me I had done everything right and it was incredible I had remained as calm as I did. I didn’t feel

like I did anything extraordinary.

The medicine’s effects kicked in and my mom seemed coherent. I knew she was okay when she started to cry in front of everyone. I asked her why she was crying and she said she was embarrassed.

I didn’t understand.

Both of my parents are type one diabetics. As teenagers, their pancreases stop working which means that their bodies can’t break down sugar. It affects nearly every aspect of their lives. My parents waited 10 years to have a kid because pregnancy can be dangerous for diabetic mothers. That’s also why I’m an only child. I’ve checked my parents’ blood sugar, witnessed the high and low sugars, and watched how they ate differently since I was born. The disease is normal in my home.

Around 14, my doctor told my family and I about a study with the goal of learning if type one diabetes is preventable. She told me I was a perfect candidate since both of my parents have the disease. This also puts me at roughly a 10 to 25 percent chance of being diagnosed. Once a year they test my blood to see if I have the genetic markers for diabetes.

The first few years, I wasn’t nervous at all. I was actually excited because I felt like I was making a contribution to science. Diabetes usually skips to the second child born, so I felt like I had no need to be worried as an only child.

Another reason why I never stressed was because the disease was so normalized that I knew how to manage it and I had a great support system at home if my results came back positive.

At 17, I went to Dallas to get my blood taken. For the first time, I was petrified because I has just turned the same age as my mom when she was diagnosed.

Growing up had also taught me how life altering this disease is. I didn’t want to have to go through what my parents did: the needles, the nerve damage, the highs and the lows of a constantly fluctuating blood sugar.

A tiny needle pierced my skin as I looked the other way. I couldn’t watch. I just wanted to leave.

I recently found out that my results came back negative. However, I had long since accepted that the outcome was out of my control by the time my mom texted me about the good news. I let out a sigh of relief when I saw why my phone screen lit up. A weight had been lifted from my shoulders.

In recent years, I’ve found it challenging to embrace change. Diabetes makes my parents’ lives more difficult, but they are still happy. Adversity creates strength, and my parents overcame it.

Even though it might’ve felt like the end of the world when they were diagnosed, it wasn’t. Life went on.

Whether or not I get the disease later on, life will still present me with obstacles that are difficult to overcome and I’m ready to take them on.

Sometimes life can be unpredictable and your world can be turned upside down unexpectedly. However, you have to accept that challenges are unavoidable.

It is your decision if you let the fear of a “what if ” consume you or if you rise above it and accept what comes your way.

Boom Bahs — Things we like People holding doors

Cold weather

State Fair tickets

As part of the new LISD kindness movement students, faculty and parents have been stationed at school entrances. They often hand out candies and fruits as their welcome, but by far the best thing is that they give students is a good start to our day.

After months of waiting, the temperatures are finally dropping. This colder weather welcomes in the much anticipated big jackets, long pants and, most importantly, hot chocolate by the fireplace (not hot cocoa — hot cocoa is powder and water as opposed to milk and chocolate, which is an abomination and embarrassment).

The State Fair is a fun and uniquely Texan way to spend the day.

However, the prices of parking, entrance, food and activities add up quickly, which can make the day trip expensive. The free ticket for students provides a good way to afford a fun outing without breaking the bank.

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A broken record Reya Mosby

@ReyaMosby

I slowly sank into the chair. Fear and doubt cascaded through my mind as the senior boy towered over me. It was my first interview for journalism, and I was intimidated by the older boy. After we finished our pleasantries, the only noise was the soft click of my pen as I popped the cap on and off over and over.

All I could say was, “I’m so sorry.”

Throughout the interview my nerves took over and my voice quivered. I’d ask him a question and he would avert his eyes to the side and chuckle while half heartedly answering. As the interview went on, anytime he would stumble over a question I would apologize. I felt like everything that I was doing was wrong. I was being rude, and I needed to apologize for my behavior. I was a broken record stuck on “I’m sorry.”

Even at the end of the interview, my nerves caused me to ramble. I apologized for taking a lot time out of his day when in reality it was ten minutes.

I walked back to my classroom silently. My mind went to my questions and mannerisms. Soon, I found myself

overthinking everything I said and how I said it. Interrupting my thoughts, somebody bumped into me.

“I’m sorry.” I automatically said.

During that interview, my apologies felt justified, but as I recalled the events, I realized I never did anything wrong. It was as if I used “sorry” as a placeholder when nobody was talking. It was my automatic response to almost everything.

I started to keep track of how many times I saw girls apologize. I’ve seen a guy and a girl reach for a calculator at the same time, and the girl apologizes. A girl walks through a door at the same time as someone else and then apologizes. I’ve even seen women drop things around men, apologize and pick it up even though it didn’t affect him in any way.

The one that annoys me most was a girl who passed in front of a group of boys and quickly apologized simply for walking by plenty of male students have unapologetically walked in front of me, but I’ve never heard one apologize.

Growing up, men are taught to be dominant and to not apologize excessively, to be the best and the strongest. In movies, history and everyday life it is shown that the perfect male is clever, athletic, strong and the best of the best.

Women, on the other hand, are taught to be confident, but not conceited. Smart, but not too intelligent. Ambitious, but not too successful. Assertive, but not dominant. We are taught to be people pleasers. We are suffocated by these standards that tell us we can never reach our full potential. Teaching women these

conflicting ideas gives them a handicap in life, because it teaches women to be hyper aware of how they affect others.

Women need to reassess what they apologize for. Everybody should only say they’re sorry if they actually feel like they did something to warrant it. It’s time for women to stop making themselves feel smaller for the false benefit of others. Not to say that we should disregard others, however, there is a fine line between being empathetic towards people and completely overlooking yourself. Before women can better those around them, they have to work on themselves.

Like men, women should be taught to work hard without worrying. They should be successful without intimidating others. Women should be allowed to be confident, smart, ambitious and assertive without any conditions. Women should start breaking the societal rules and boundaries telling them what they can and can’t do.

Men can also help end this. We need to help each other out, so let us know that we can be bold and don’t have to feel sorry for everything. If a girl starts to apologize to you for merely walking or dropping something, tell her she has nothing to be sorry for. Tell the women in your life that they don’t have to constantly apologize for things they shouldn’t have to When women and men finally come together and both sexes thrive, we as a whole will drastically improve. When both men and women feel successful, there will be twice as many great things happening for society.

Heys — Things we don’t like PSAT during exam week

Grouping up in the halls

Five way intersection

This year instead of taking the PSAT/ NMSQT after our first semester midterms, it was placed the day before. This upsets both students and faculty. Instead of being able to focus on our core class studies, many students had to include prep time for the PSAT. LISD should consider the PSAT and other tests when planning the yearly schedule.

Moving through the halls is difficult when students choose to speak in groups in the very center of the hallway, inconveniencing everyone. Admin has now posted “walkway only signs” in the commons. Please continue walking through in these areas to not hold up traffic.

The back parking lot behind the cafeteria is a busy intersection with three roads converging. Recently during a particularly bad traffic day Assistant Principal Jason Mullin helped direct traffic to prevent an accident.

We could possibly have a crossing guard to direct traffic after school.

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What am I worth?

Shayla Sistrunk

@Shaylaa_kaye

For two hours I sat in my empty bathtub in the pitch black. It was completely silent and for some odd reason I started to feel safe. I couldn’t see anything. I could only feel my bare feet against the cold tile and the tears drying up on my face. At that moment I never felt more alone in my life. I convinced myself that no one cared about me and the only one who had my back was myself.

The bath faucet was dripping as I went crazy thinking about how much I hated myself. There were so many thoughts going through my brain at once. I felt like I was drowning and there was no way to get out.

For a while I was suffering in silence and told no one that I was experiencing signs of depression. I was only in eighth grade at the time and dealt with many emotional breakdowns. There were times where I would find no motivation. It became harder and harder to wake up in the morning to do the bare minimum.

I struggled with accepting failure and learning how to move on, always beat myself up and wonder why I couldn’t just be someone else. I broke myself down and destroyed my self confidence. At that age it took a long time for me to learn how to love and take care of my body.

It wasn’t until I hit high school that started gaining some of my confidence back. I slowly recovered the mentality of not caring what others thought about me.

Thinking like that only lasted until the beginning of my sophomore year until my mindset did a 180. I would wake up everyday thinking about who I was going to impress and what girl I was going to look better than. Not only did that hurt me but it made my depression quietly creep back into my life. I was miserable again and I didn’t have any time to look in the mirror and start respecting myself.

Eventually I was right back to where I started. I had to really open my eyes and see the big picture. I knew I needed outside help from somebody who wasn’t my parents. They knew what I was going through but I figured they wouldn’t truly understand. I honestly just wanted someone to sit down and listen to how I feel. It was only right that I speak up for myself and get help.

I’ve had several therapists in my life as a child but I never opened up to any of them. I thought if I could talk someone younger they could understand my pain.

After searching frantically for a new therapist in the area I ended up right in Flower Mound with a woman by the name of Tiffany.

She had thin long brown hair and pale skin with a slight tan. We were both close to the same height of 5’1 but I was a little taller.

I was intimidated at first by her office since it was connected to several law firms. The waiting room was all brown with only a few couches. It gave off a mysterious vibe. As soon as I sat down, my palms immediately became sweaty. I was hoping this would be the last time I would have to change therapist. I didn’t want to endure the pain of retelling my story all over again.

Eventually we got to know each other more and she taught me how to look at how much value my life holds. She reminded me who I’m living for and what the future could possibly look like. Over and over she said, “Think about the things you can do to better yourself.” That quote stuck in my head and has stayed with me forever.

I used it and have done exactly what she said. Three years later and I’m on my way to college to pursue my dreams.

Taking a step back and working on self love can put you in a position to be a better version of yourself. You’ll finally understand the meaning of life and what you’re truly worth.

“My nose hairs were triggered.”

-Upstairs B Hall

“Josh is the reincarnation of John Lennon.”

-Auditorium

“And now I have teddy bear guts all over my lamp.”

-K Hall

“I thought Jim Carrey was running for mayor of Texas.”

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“You brought the skeleton?

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“Was the Star Spangled Banner written by Whitney Houston?”

-Newsroom

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Americans are creating an internal war Staff Editorial The country has become more divided than ever in recent years, and now we’re creating our own civil war between political parties. Issues that shouldn’t be partisan are. During the recent Brett Kavanaugh hearings, people blindly believed one person over another solely based on their politics.

Not being able to separate ourselves from a party is dangerous because it causes us to ignore the truth in favor of “loyalty”. This unwavering loyalty is isolating both sides from each other and making compromise impossible. People who try to exist in the middle are told they have to attach themselves to a side.

We are silencing ourselves and preventing conversation.

We have morphed into a society that refuses to listen to each other, to the point we no longer attempt to make compromises and progress. This has caused both parties to view each other as the enemy. As a country, we need to separate ourselves from our political parties to see the people around us and listen to them to avoid the oncoming war that we’ve created.

Some of the promoters of this rift have

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been certain media outlets, who choose to cater to one political party over another.

Stations cover what their party wants to hear. This doesn’t help solve any of our problems, it only creates more. We can’t

We need to separate ourselves from our political parties to see the people around us and listen to them to avoid the oncoming war that we’ve created. only associate with people who think the exact same way we do. In order to stop this cycle, we must take action. Don’t just watch only one news station to get your news —watching multiple stations will offer different viewpoints and prevent individuals from becoming biased to one opinion.

Another proponent of the divide is the tendency of kids and young adults

to blindly follow in the footsteps of the loudest and often most opinionated adults. Students are taught to think for themselves in school but fail to apply that knowledge as they get older. They must stop believing something because everyone else does. It is important we have our own opinions and remain individuals instead of jumping on political bandwagons.

The constant fighting and refusal to come together is what is driving the country apart—not immigration laws or Supreme Court hearings. Our country needs to relearn how to communicate and work together. It is the only way to restore unity. We have to stop viewing each other as enemies.

The other side is not the problem.

Our ability to no longer compromise is the problem, and we are only making it worse by blaming each other. It is our job to realize that what the other side is saying may be worth listening to. Sit down with the people in your life and develop your communication skills. Those skills will help us have those important conversations and end the war we’ve created for ourselves.

Why is it important for new high school voters to be involved in these elections?

“It’s important for them to keep up with it and understand what’s going on but most people just won’t do that.”

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mckayla adams, 12

“We grow up a different way, and we have new, more accepting views... so if we’re voting for something specific, it might be better for our generation.”

Kaitlyn jones, 10 “By being involved in voting and knowing who you’re voting for and what you’re voting for, then you can help represent high schoolers and younger people. I feel like people who are fresh out of high school focus more, and they have more insight into what people our age need and want.”

“Because every person has a vote, and every vote counts, and if you want your say to be able to go through, then you need to have that and not just let other people handle it.”

Trevor shaughnessy, 11

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there’s no place like home HOMECOMING 2018 Design staff

Before the homecoming football game against Irving Nimitz, seniors Ryan Safa and Emma Halcomb were announced as the homecoming king and queen.

Photo Emily Lundell

The Marauder mascot greeted attendees at the Homecoming Carnival while fixing his iconic black hat. Photo Tara Connick

The Mixed Choir group sang the National Anthem before the homecoming game, led by Choir Director Wesley Davis. Photo Emily Lundell

Seniors Gus Sralla, Justin Osborne, Justin Dinka, and Zik Nwamanna sang together at the Lamar Choir booth at the Homecoming Carnival on Oct. 3.

Photo Tara Connick