The Muse December Issue by The Muse at Dreyfoos

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DRUG TEST

According to a Muse survey, in a classroom of 25, eight students have used marijuana in their lifetime.

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Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts

Volume 10 Issue 3 December 2012

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONTENTS ON THE COVER

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The Muse wins big

OP/ED

Playing to win the game

Can a name hurt or help your chances of getting a job?

Concept by Ernesto Olivares for Home Health Testing Graphic by Enrique Orosco

Based on a survey of 985 Dreyfoos students, The Muse discovered, among other statistics, that 29.4% of students have tried marijuana in their lifetime.

Corrections: In Issue 2, Lea Jefferson was credited for starting the soup kitchen. It was actually Audrey Stevens, a member of the St. Patrick’s Chruch, who started the soup kitchen.

NEWS

Bullies, do you even go here?

Read about the surprising crime and bullying occurrences at Dreyfoos and how administration is working to control it.

FEATURES

Holiday Gift Guide

Having trouble thinking of the perfect gift? Let us help you in our holiday gift guide.

ARTS

Prism Peaks

Read about the magic of Prism, the most anticipated show of the year.

SPORTS

Playing to win the game

Are athletics here truly competitive, or are they just participatory?

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WELLNESS

Wierd way to stay well

Check out three strange things that you didn’t know were good for you.

ENTERTAINMENT

Playlist for the apocalypse

The Entertainment staff prepares a playlist for the looming apocalypse.

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The Muse

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Both editors-in-chief, communications seniors Dominique McKenzie (left) and Shawna Bilton (right), hold the 2012 Newspaper Pacemaker, awarded to the nation’s top magazines and publications on November 18 during the award ceremony .

his semester has been an eventful one, full of excitement and frustration. With semester exams and early college admission results beginning to be released, winter vacation will definitely come as a much needed break. For some, this semester was spent doing schoolwork, dancing at Dreyfoos’ first Winter Formal (pg. 8) or attending the Prism concert (pg. 21). For some of the staff of The Muse, The Marquee and DSOA Today, part of this semester was spent attending the annual National Scholastic Press Association Conference. While at the convention in San Antonio, Texas, students indulged in all the amenities San Antonio had to offer: riding on the river boat, shopping and even seeing an early screening of “Red Dawn.”

While on this trip, The Muse won the Pacemaker Award, a national honor that is given to publications from around the country, and placed seventh in the Best of Show Competition for Newsmagazine(pg. 18). While at NSPA we were able to pick up new ideas to include in this issue and even got great information to include in this issue’s cover story (pg. 15-17). Before you ring in the New Year, make sure to check out the wrap up of all the events that transpired in the world of entertainment (pg. 30), the perfect holiday gift guide for that special someone in your life (pg. 14), great places to go during your winter break (pg. 12) and learn how to get that midnight kiss on New Year’s Eve (pg. 13). g

STAFF EDITORIAL

A need for substance education Palm Beach County high schools need to implement a mandatory drug education program Commentary by MuseStaff

ccording to a 2011 survey conducted by the Florida Department of Children and Families on middle and high school students 16.5 percent of high school students reported having been drunk or high at school. However, among middle school students, it was 5.9 percent—representing a 10.6 percent increase from middle school to high school. When looking at the Palm Beach County School District web-site, under their Student Prevention tab, there is little more than guiding words in regards to how parents and teachers should address substance abuse. Despite these escalating statistics, the Palm Beach County School District has failed to institute a necessary and clearly defined curriculum for drug education in high schools. “I think we need an overall health class,” Coach Geoff Waugh said. “There used to be one a few years ago, but our good friends in Tallahassee got rid of that and said that you guys didn’t need to know about that stuff anymore.” According to a Muse survey, 9 percent of the students admitted to having come to school under the influence of alcohol in the past 12 months and 13 percent had admitted to coming to school under the influence of drugs. When comparing these numbers to the 2011 Florida Department of Children and

Families’ survey, Dreyfoos students are far above the state average with a 22 percent combined percentage for coming to school drunk or high in the last 12 months. Although many students do not feel that a presentation on the effects of drugs and alcohol would be beneficial in preventing students’ use, this issue should not be considered. Instead of pulling up a PowerPoint about “Just Say NO!” and telling students what they already know– which is the drugs are harmful to your body and alcohol consumption under 21 is illegal–schools should have a willing family or a speaker who has lost someone to one of these consumptions or who has personally struggled with drugs or alcoholism themselves come into schools. “Effectiveness is going to be based on the person that’s presenting the material,” Mr. Waugh said. While alcohol may be the most prevalent drug used by students, marijuana, which is illegal, is a close second. Over the last two years, according to the survey done by the Florida Department of Children and Families, the prevalence of marijuana use has increased. Of the students surveyed, 22.6 percent have used marijuana or hashish on at least one occasion in their lifetimes. According to a Muse survey of 985 students, 29 percent

reported having smoked at least once in their lifetime. Additionally, 18 percent of students reported having smoked or consumed marijuana in the past 30 days. Police are beginning to crack down on the use of drugs and alcohol. According to the Sun Sentinel, Palm Beach County school police arrested seven high school students in May of 2012 as part of an undercover drug operation at area schools. Seven students at Palm Beach Central High School in Wellington were accused of trying to sell marijuana on campus to police officers posing as students. The arrests mark the School District’s third drug sweep in the last year as part of “Operation D-,” which targets widespread drug dealing in public schools. Unfortunately, other than these drug busts, there is nothing preventing these students from using drugs and alcohol at school. Students should be required to attend a presentation every year in hopes that by educating them and giving personal examples, the School District and schools might be able to stop students from participating in the illegal and dangerous consumption of drugs and alcohol. g

Contributors: Francesca Otero-Vargas and Tijienene Gordon

Drugs: not fun in the long run To the tune of “Last Friday Night” by Katy Perry Lyrics by TijieneneGordon

Your safety isn’t worth risking for one night of fun. Drugs and alcohol are substances that not only have short-term effects, but also longterm effects. Vision impairment, delayed motor coordination, speech impairment, loss of right judgment and long-term damage to your organs and lungs are just a few of the harmful effects of drug and alcohol use. These consequences severely impair one’s ability to perform everyday tasks with the same amount of accuracy and involvement, including driving. Take these facts into consideration the next time you go out and risk your life for a good time. g llustration by Rebecca Shalloway

OP/ED

Does your name truly define you? Commentary by KayleighRubin

ne of the first important decisions parents make is choosing a name for their child. First impressions are not only based on appearances, but also on names. This decision is daunting because studies suggest that stereotypes based on names do prevail and a given name may influence a person’s selfesteem and how others perceive them. Preconceived notions are potentially detrimental to a student’s career opportunities. Research demonstrates that names affect personalities; this characteristic may be judged during job interviews. “If we as a society pay a lot of attention to names it makes a lot of sense that people’s names might influence how they think about themselves and the way in which people might think about them,” said David Figlio of Northwestern University. A study conducted in 2010 by Live Science, a science news website, provides examples of how names can determine identity. Males with traditionally female names tend to misbehave more than males with masculine names. The study explained that carrying a girl’s name can create a feeling of inadequacy, and these boys may engage in violence or

drug use in an attempt to prove their masculinity. Parental and peer treatment can be based on name- gender association. On the other hand, females who possess typically male names tend to gravitate towards more masculine areas of study. “I found girls with names that are relatively feminine in high school chose advanced coursework in humanities. Less feminine are more likely to choose math and science courses,” Figlio said. Additionally, there are obstacles for those with names that sound as though they are of a low socioeconomic status. Jean Twenge of San Diego State University found that

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parental and peer expectations factor into a student’s success and those with names that sound as though they come from low socioeconomic conditions are considered less likely to achieve. Twenge states that these stereotypes can be adopted by the students themselves and affect their self esteem and work ethic. Figlio agreed and observed that teachers are less likely to recommend these students for gifted classes and often label them learning disabled. When evaluating applications, employers consider the applicants reports. Fortunately, there is a way to turn a name from a hindrance to a help. Place yourself, not your resume, in front of a hiring manager. Being polite and self assured will leave an impact on the employer. When reviewing your resume, a positive connotation will be associated with your name. Although a name influences identity, it does not determine the future. g llustration by Rebecca Shalloway

OP/ED

A touchy subject greatly avoided Commentary by XimenaHasbach-Covian

ersonal space. It is something that, to most people, seems more like an instinct than a learned practice. In school, kids are taught to “keep their hands to themselves;” all of us can remember our third grade teachers echoing Ximena Hasbach-Covian that phrase such a long time ago. As we got older, the phrase became “no public displays of affection.” It is seen as wrong, inappropriate, or just plain weird to make physical contact with people if one is not surrounded by a very close group of friends or family members. Such actions are especially unacceptable with strangers. It seems to me that many Americans find it hard to believe that displays of affection are much more common elsewhere. I thought that the lack of contact used in the United States was odd. Coming from Latin America, it definitely served as a bit of culture shock. I was born in Mexico City, Mexico, into a huge

extended family. My mother has five siblings, and my father has seven. I was used to seeing lots of people at family gatherings, usually packed together into one home. We followed what is the custom in Mexico. Everybody is constantly kissing and hugging and keeping their arms around each other, laughing, yelling and making jokes. You could say that my family is very, very close. When I was 4-years-old I moved to Chile, the skinny country on the east coast of South America. It was difficult to be without my big family, but we met many new people. Whenever we greeted someone, we’d do so with a hug and a kiss on the cheek, as custom. There were friendly rubs on the back and pats on the shoulders. It was a habit, an intuition. It was also common to often say “I love you” to all your friends and family members. When I came to the United States a couple of years later, those habits had been deeply

engraved into my mind, and therefore part of my everyday actions. But it didn’t take long for me to begin thinking that I was doing something wrong. I saw that people practically cringed if I gave them a quick one-armed hug or patted their hand. They became absolutely horrified if I tried to kiss their cheek in greeting, not knowing that it wasn’t accepted. It was obvious that many Americans don’t take well to physical contact; certainly not the way we do in Mexico. I’m not going to say whether this seems right or wrong to me, because I can’t tell; I only know that it’s different. I do miss the contact a lot of the time, because it gave a feeling of togetherness that has become harder to find. Dreyfoos is a little different. Students here are taught every day how to put their emotions on display, and that skill carries on to interactions with others on campus. The kids here love to high-five and hug and dance around. It’s a friendly environment, to say the least; and I think it’s a great place to be. g

‘It was obvious that many Americans don’t take well to physical contact; certainly not the way we do in Mexico.’

Alternative assignments could be the key

Final exams are a poor representation of a student’s overall knowledge of the class Commentary by RickyMorris

ometimes it seems like final exams are pointless. If you get the same grade for both quarters, you should not have to take a final exam. There have been many times when taking a final exam has been completely unnecessary. For example, suppose you got a C for both quarters. Even if you got an F on the final exam, your grade will not change. How you do on the final exam will have no bearing on your final grades. Colleges do not even see your final exam grades. I know when I get an A for both quarters in a class, I am less likely to try hard on the exam because I know the exam won’t affect my grade. Teachers should assign an alternative assignment for students who receive the same grade for both quarters. If teachers offered an alternative assignment that can potentially help your quarter grade, instead of giving a final exam to students that have the same grade for both quarters, it would allow students to be more creative with their class work. Every student takes tests differently, therefore, everyone should have their own way to be creative and apply knowledge already learned throughout the year in an exam-project. By giving an alternative assignment, it will take a lot of stress off a student’s study load. Tests are not fun,

however, I actually enjoy using information I learn in class to complete a project. An assignment that wraps up everything we learned at the end of the year would be much more beneficial to our learning than a final exam. A project or a report can take the place of a stress-filled final exam. I think it is a much better way to reiterate information learned throughout the year. Even if teachers give a final exam, they should make it count towards your average quarter grade in the class. Many more students would be more motivated to study if it counted towards their class average— benefitting them. We have all been in that frustrating situation where we have an 89.4 in a class. As students, we have enough stress with daily tests and quizzes. Final exams are basically a giant exam containing every

question you have ever done on a test earlier in the year. It’s pointless to take yet another test that, in most cases, have questions we have already answered on past tests. Teachers should offer incentives to students who receive an A in both quarters. If a student gets an A for both quarters, they should not have to take the final exam. If teachers allow students to opt Illustration by RebeccaShalloway out of taking the final, students would be more motivated to push for an A. The worst feeling in the world is getting handed a final exam that you know you are not ready for. Final exams greatly affect some students, but have no effect on others. During exam week, it is difficult to put 100 percent effort into a final exam for each class. By using different alternatives to our current final exam policies we have now, it will benefit our school and students at Dreyfoos. g

NEWS

The Sky(pe) is the limit

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ix hundred miles above Earth’s surface an astronaut is Skyping, not with an astrophysicist, but with a high school student. Keyboard freshman Catherine Zeng won an essay contest that awarded her the opportunity to talk live through a radio to astronauts on the International Space Station as it passed over Florida, the week of Oct. 22. “My English teacher required us to write an essay to the Space Museum regarding why space exploration is important and

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what it means to me,” Zeng said. “I tried to put a lot of effort into the essay and I was surprised when I won the contest.” Fourteen students were selected from Palm Beach County to Skype with an astronaut in the International Space Station. Zeng’s English teacher, who initiated the contest, was happy for Zeng’s win. “Catherine’s win was no surprise,” English teacher Martha Warwick said. “The effort she put in showed and I knew out of the amount of students I submitted we were bound to have a winner.” g

Driving home holiday spirit

Trips for tots

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fter 15 years, the Spanish Honor Society is still warming the hearts of local Hispanic children. By spending time with them, the members improve their Spanish-speaking skills and enrich the lives of the children in the classes they adopted. “It’s a great experience because the students are not intimidated to speak Spanish with the 4-year-olds, so Photo by Kloee Ciuperger they get good practice and Students from the Luciano Martinez Child Develpment Center show off the paper hats the they really get out of it the Spanish Honor Society volunteers helped them create. sense of giving,” said foreign language teacher Barbara plan festive activities for the children based Smith, who is the sponsor of the honor society. on upcoming holidays and bring the children Since 1997, the Spanish Honor Society candy and arts and crafts. g has been involved in a local “Adopt-A-Class” program with The Luciano Martinez Child For the full story and Development Center. This year, the club more information about adopted two classes of 4-year-old students the SHS holiday trip, please visit and every month the club plans a trip to visit www.themuseatdreyfoos.com the kids. The Spanish Honor Society members

uring this holiday season, many clubs are trying to make a difference in the community. Whether it is for community service hours or just to help the people around them, students and clubs are definitely getting involved. A.R.T.S. club and the National Honor Society concluded their collection of canned goods for their food drive in November and just recently put on the Dreyfoos Toy Drive. Rather than collecting food like most clubs around this time of year, the National English Honor Society has begun collecting new and used books in marked boxes in foreign language and language arts classrooms. This drive gives less-fortunate children and teenagers around the state access to reading material. The Dreyfoos debate team is supporting a family through the program “Adopt-A-Family” of the Palm Beaches. The team will be providing presents for the parents and their three girls on Christmas Day. g

Dodgeball to remember by NicoleDonechie

Photo by Dana Miller

Band senior Joseph Velasquez hurls the ball at the other team, getting another person out. His team won third place in the A Prom to Remember tournament.

Prom to Remember hosted a dodgeball game on Nov. 29 on the soccer field. A Prom to Remember raises money so they can host a prom for children in hospitals and treatment centers who are too sick to attend their own. Students of all grades and majors grouped up into teams of eight to help raise money for the prom. The event was held to support the club and a total of 128 students showed up to

play dodgeball. The entrance fee was $10 per person and all of the proceeds raised from the event went towards the cause. The dodgeball tournament was a successful event. We raised over $900, all of which will go directly to the national A Prom to Remember that will be held in May,” said A Prom to Remember supervisor and communications teacher Christine Tieche. g

NEWS

Dominguez stands out by reaching out Inspiring custodian kindles close relationship with students, becomes a part of their lives by XimenaHasbach

t’s a normal day at lunch, and students are surrounded by friends. Outside the cafeteria, everyone is consumed in conversation. Sitting among them is custodian Olga Dominguez, who laughs with them, talks to them and always listens. It’s as if she is part of the group—something that both Ms. Dominguez and students attest to. “I try to maintain a good relationship with the students,” Ms. Dominguez said. “I try to guide them...What’s most important for kids is that grown-ups listen to them. You get more out of trying to understand kids than you do yelling at them and criticizing them.” A majority of students recognize Ms. Dominguez as someone who likes to be a part of the scene and who appreciates what the students have to say. “[Ms. Dominguez] and I go way back,” visual senior Alyssa Klein said. “In 10th grade my group and I would always talk to her. She’s our buddy.” Ms. Dominguez herself acknowledges a friendship with students and strives to help them in any way she can.

LIVES

“I work so “I know that a my daughter will lot of the students have a different like me...I always life from the one I listen to them...[The custodians] work had, in a country for the students, so that doesn’t have a communist that they’ll have a clean school, a clean system. I want her to have the things place to be. Then I didn’t have,” they feel good,” Ms. Dominguez said. Ms. Dominguez said. “She “This is their home. went to Boston This is where they Photo by Elizabeth Lane spent most of their University for her Visual junior Luis Zepeda giggles with custodian Olga Dominguez. “This undergraduate time.” school is characterized by its students, who are good and respectful kids,” Ms. Dominguez said. “All the students, all the teachers are studies and Ms. Dominguez wonderful. I love being here.” has a unique cultural now goes to the University of Central Florida Medical School.” background that helps define who she is. She came from Cuba 18 years ago and is Ms. Dominguez wants the same thing for the students as she does for her daughter: she considered a political refugee. wants every one of them to be able to achieve “I’m Hispanic, from Cuba. I’m very proud their goals through dedication. of my roots,” Ms. Dominguez said. “I’m here “I see my daughter in every one of their with my husband and my daughter...The rest faces,” Ms. Dominguez said. “I would advise of my family is in Cuba.” all the students to work hard, because the Family is one of Ms. Dominguez’s greatest opportunities in this country are great...It’s priorities. Her daughter’s future and wellimportant that they not let anything hold being is a large motivation in everything she them back.” g does.

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NEWS

Bullies, do you even go here? by JosieRusso and TessSaperstein

reyfoos is not a paradise. It is a high school, subject to incidents that occur in all high schools. This includes crime and bullying, two of the most emotionally damaging and most prominent high school experiences that manifest themselves in school halls. “Bullying is a serious matter and we always urge students to come to administration. We don’t want anyone to feel like they have to accept hazing or harassment,” Assistant Principal Leo Barrett said. Students unclear of the line between joking around, bullying and committing a crime often report bullying incidents unaware of how serious they actually are. According to Florida statutes, bullying means systematically and chronically inflicting physical hurt of psychological distress on one or more students. This can include anything from teasing to physical violence. “Bullying gets reported, but there is often a criminal element to it,” Officer James O’Sullivan said. “It is criminal when it threatens someone’s safety. It is usually bullying that rose to that incident.”

Mr. O’Sullivan said. “[Bullies] can still attack This past year alone, Mr. O’Sullivan has you anonymously on Facebook and social had to deal with multiple instances of theft media. It was different years ago when and bullying in school. One student had $40 [bullying] was at school and the only way and an article of clothing stolen from his locker. Another had a $300 watch stolen. they could reach you at home was to call you and you didn’t have to answer.” “We get a good amount [of information] Students don’t always realize the effect from the bullying hotline,” Mr. O’Sullivan said. their words and actions can have on people. “Upperclassmen have no problem reporting Recently, organizations such as a bullying incident. Catching it early The Trevor Project and Stomp Out Bullying were created in order to enough can prevent deal with the high school bullying. it from becoming a “The reason that there is so criminal act.” much of an emphasis on bullying In the new is that in the last four or five technological age, cyber bullying -Assistant Principal Leo Barrett years, some students took it so badly they committed suicide has also become or really ruined their lives,” Mr. prevalent. According Barrett said. to a study by Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, Even though bullying exists at Dreyfoos, 33 percent of teens have been cyber bullied. it is at a significantly lower level than at other Cyber bullying is handled by administration, high schools. unless it reaches a criminal level where the “The students here are so great, and case would be given to Mr. O’Sullivan. The so concerned,” Mr. O’Sullivan said. “There difference between a heated discussion on is definitely a lower trend of bullying at Facebook and bullying is that with bullying, Dreyfoos. You are more driven students the student goes out of his way to hurt focused on arts and academics. You have someone. enough on your plate without all that drama.” g “When you’re home, you’re still not safe,”

‘We don’t want anyone to feel like they have to accept hazing or harassment.’

Walking in a Winter Formal wonderland First holiday dance nearly cancelled, over 500 attend by RemiLederman

aper snowflakes spiral slowly overhead and snowy mountain scenes adorn the walls. The gym exemplifies winter spirit in shades of blue and white as the song “Gangnam Style” sends the students into a frenzy. On Dec. 1, the junior and senior class councils hosted the first ever Winter Formal. “It was fun because it’s nice for the whole school to be together,” digital media senior Karly Cronin said. “Prom is just juniors and seniors so it’s nice for the whole school to have a dance and [get dressed up].” The dance, which was almost cancelled due to a lack of ticket sales, ended up having over 500 students in attendance. Visual junior and junior class council co-president Juan Granados credits the success to work put into the dance by the different organizations involved. The junior and senior class councils worked together with the Parent Teacher Association to make the formal possible. “The junior and senior class council were the ones with the ideas, and [the] PTA executed it. It was a really good partnership,” Granados said.

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Theatre seniors .Madison Wilcox (left) and Vanessa Pierre-Pierre (right) dance to “Cotton-Eyed Joe” at the Winter Formal.

The councils wanted to have a dance due to complaints from students about the shortage of dances. Homecoming at other schools has caused students to want a dance in the fall. Since the Winter Formal was so successful, the class councils are hoping to make it an annual event. “We want to start a tradition,” Granados

said. “With us being the first, we want future councils to keep continuing this dance since most of us complain there aren’t many dances.” Having the formal annually will not only benefit the class council, but it will also benefit the students who attend this event. With busy holiday schedules and exams soon after, the dance allows some students to take a break from everyday anxieties. “It was a great way to escape school stress with your friends that you don’t normally see outside of school,” keyboard sophomore Lauren Hammett said. After months of planning and three weeks of ticket sales, the council members got to see their hard work pay off in a night that everyone could enjoy. For some students their favorite part was seeing everyone dressed up, but for the students who put the dance together, it was the process that was the most enjoyable. “My favorite experience out of this whole event was setting up and [seeing] the dance take shape, and having everyone come together and help,” Granados said. g

Ho Ho Holiday Party

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A.R.T.S. Club puts on a day of holiday fun for children in need by PhotoStaff

n Wednesday, Dec. 5, underprivileged children from Pioneer Park Elementary, Pahokee Elementary and Canal Point Elementary were given the ultimate gift: the chance to experience the holidays. A.R.T.S. club held a holiday party in the Media Center from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Children were greeted with stockings filled with candy and coloring books. After completing their masterpieces, they feasted on a lunch of Dominos pizza and juice. They later decorated cookies and watched performances put on by Dreyfoos dance, vocal, band and theatre majors. Finally, Santa Claus (vocal junior Stanford Purnell) came to town, delivering presents to all of the grateful children. g

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

A child from Pahokee Elementary eagerly devours his cookie creation. The children decorated cookies with holiday colored sprinkles and frosting. Many sweets were provided throughout the visit to keep them fueled for the fun.

Principal Susan Atherly hands a book to a Pahokee Elementary school student as she says goodbye. The students travelled to Dreyfoos via buses from their schools in Belle Glade.

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Vocal junior Stanford Purnell as Santa Claus gives a Pioneer Park Elementary student a gift. Presents for the children were provided by A.R.T.S. club’s toy drive as well as A.R.T.S. club sponsors, who provided gifts according to the children’s wishlist.

Photo by Alexandra Lopez

‘The purpose was to give them gifts and for them to experience a Christmas they don’t usually get to have.’ - visual senior Juan Granados, A.R.T.S. club secretary

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Dance senior Sara Franco performs a ballet routine for the kids as the Sugar Plum Fairy from the Nutcracker. The children were thrilled with the performances that the students worked on for months.

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Dance seniors Diana Haber (front) and Mikaella Abitbol perform a dance routine to “Rudolph the Rednose Reindeer” for the kids. There was a series of performances set up for the children by theatre junior Cris Carianna, including vocal performances, orchestra pieces and a performance by the comedy theatre group Hairy Details.

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hether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanza or Christmas, this gift guide will help you find some great gifts this holiday season. For under $40, you can be sure to find unique gifts for all your family and friends.

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8. The Night Owl

Eleven a.m is practically the crack of dawn for that person who stays up after midnight gaming or watching the latest episodes of “How I Met Your Mother” or “True Blood.” Your nocturnal friend will appreciate some melatonin and a Fluffy Towel candle from Yankee Candles. On the plus side, you won’t have to go on 3 p.m breakfast dates anymore. $17.50

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9. The Nature Lover

Be at one with mother earth; hear the birds chirp, the water hit the sand, and the coconuts fall. Nestled in between a pair of trees your outdoorsy companion will love their Grand Trunk Hawaiian Hammock from

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Santa Claus and holiday faux pas commentary by ElizabethLane

t seems that after Halloween, stores find it necessary to begin decorating for the holiday season; hanging a plastic snowflake here and there, scattering fake snow in window displays Elizabeth Lane and opting for red hues in all advertising. Even the mall Christmas tree is erected and advertisements for pictures with a phony Santa show up. Come Thanksgiving, all hell breaks loose. Holiday jingles inescapably blare through every nearby stereo while giant shiny orbs, or so-called “ornaments,” hang from every high up and dangerous spot imaginable. Twinkling blue and silver menorahs make their way into your peripheral vision as you dodge blow-up reindeers escaping the lawns of unassuming families. Colored lights line every straightedge surface: roofs, trees, sidewalks, road signs and even human beings. When the holiday season is in full swing, American procrastination flourishes. Frantic mobs of parents, siblings, in-laws and employee acquaintances charge into stores

with fire in their eyes and sharp-edged credit cards as defense. Plagued with the dreaded urgency to buy a gift as quickly as possible with no knowledge of what they intend to buy, these mobs can be deadly. In the bustle of it all, shoppers can expect to be elbowed in the ribcage or intentionally tripped by the presumably evil snowman’s arm extended out a little too far. Store clerks are at risk of being strangled or taking a hit in the jaw if they must bear the news that there are in fact no more FurReal Friends bunnies left in stock. My family is the worst offender of this zombie-like activity brought on by the holiday season. We are attracted to the decoration section of every superstore like magnets, scouting out the brightest lights, the prettiest garland and the best-smelling gingerbread scented candles. We start minutes after Thanksgiving dinner by playing holiday tunes, beginning with the

soundtrack to “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and continuing the cycle of playing our innumerable holiday discs in every device capable of playing music. Every night features a classic holiday movie, all of which we’ve all seen to the point of numbness. However, we refuse to slander our traditions, so we faithfully watch the poor quality VCR tapes of “Rudolph the Rednose Reindeer” and “Elf.” Weekly, we consume about a bathtub full of hot chocolate and indulge in every limited edition holiday-related Publix brand ice cream. Through all of the adrenaline-pumping madness, there is a common element of the holiday season: it brings my family together more than ever. While it may get out of control and sometimes even life threatening, we experience it all with each other. So in the midst of the post-holiday grief of our expanded waistlines, I can be comforted by the fact that there is just more to love. g

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Some rockin’ tips for the Apocalypse by MackSchroeder and LucasKelman

t is quite possible that the Mayans created the greatest joke of all time by convincing us that the entire world would collapse into an apocalyptic mess on Dec. 21. Even if this supposed “rapture” was going to happen, you won’t be around to brag about how you “called it” or tell your friends about the crazy things you did on Dec. 20. If there’s anything you should do to prepare for this predicted doomsday, it is not doing anything at all.

Keep your clothes on

We’re not sure how you would associate preparing for an impending doomsday with running around in your birthday suit, but this will become a reality for many of you if you actually believe that no one will see you after the possible apocolypse. While streaking through your hometown on Dec. 20 might be one of the most exciting experiences of your life, you won’t feel as ecstatic when you discover the Facebook album dedicated to your poor decision on Dec. 22.

Don’t spend all your money

If you are like most financially savvy students, you have probably been saving

money since you were 7 years old, when your parents first started giving you allowance for picking up your pet’s fecal matter. We know emptying your bank account to buy a Chinese Chow Chow puppy and a cool new flamethrower before the world ends sounds tempting, but trust us when we tell you it is a terrible idea. If the Earth collapses, you will have one day to pet this rare canine and burn every flammable item you can find, but in reality you will end up with no money, a burnt down house and a combustible puppy you wish Graphic by Kyle Bell you never bought.

Don’t blow off your exams

With final exams arriving just before winter break, it may be tempting to disregard these important tests and plan your huge “End of the World Blowout.” If you really took the time to sit down and analyze the

outcomes of dying from apocalyptic madness or dropping out of high school because you couldn’t care less about your failing chemistry grade, you would see that the latter is actually much worse. You won’t be able to brag about your party rock lifestyle when you end up retaking classes on Florida Virtual School so you can graduate.

Keep your secrets to yourself

For those of you who truly believe that Dec. 21 will be your last day on this planet, you may feel a sense of urgency to share your deepest darkest secrets with everyone you know. Before you tell your class crush that you still sleep with your Powerpuff Girls blanket or mention the extra pair of underwear you keep in your locker in case of an accident, understand that this person will never date you if the Earth manages to stay intact for another thousand years. Come Dec. 22, you will be thankful that your diary is the only thing that knows how often you watch Desperate Housewives with a bowl of Ben and Jerry’s in tears. g

‘Chill’ winter getaways for the holiday season by TaylorHendrickson

e all look forward to our time off for winter break, but planning vacations seems to take up even more time than the relaxation itself. Take a trip to these unique locations for a holiday season to remember.

Alta, Norway

Igloos used to be for eskimos, but ice hotels are becomming more common in the northern locations of the world, making it possible for anyone to sleep inside a chilly white dome. One of the most elaborate hotels is the ice palace Sorrisniva Hotel in Alta, Norway. Everything inside is snow, even the furniture. The hotels offer activities like frosty spa treatments, winter sports and even ice sculpting classes.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming

As if cuddling a puppy is not good enough, imagine commanding a whole pack as you ride away into a snowy forest. Jackson Hole, Wyoming offers dogsled excursions where you can rent some huskies and pretend like

side of Colorado. Beaver Creek Resort offers a handful of lodges giving you a chance to enjoy nature and family time without the hassle of busy hotels and packed slopes. Communications sophomore Juan Ramirez has stayed at the lodges almost every year since 1999. “Beaver Creek has a small town charm and you really feel close to your family [during] the holidays,” Ramirez said.

Fairbanks, Alaska

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you are a world champion sled racer. “You get to control the dogs all by yourself; it is not like you are just riding along and some instructor does it for you,” digital media alumna (‘11) Brooke Hendrickson said. “They also take you to a place where you can swim in a hot spring during the excursion.”

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Find a kiss before the clock begins a new year Commentary by MikeishaLewin

ith fireworks ablaze in the night sky and the sound of the minute countdown to the new year blaring in the streets, you take a good look at your date—cute smile, warm eyes, an intriguing personality—exactly what you wished for on Christmas. Now, as you stand gazing into one another’s eyes, your faces get closer with every tick of the grand clock in the city square. You’re so close you can smell a faint hint of lunch: grilled chicken with tomato. As your lips draw closer, an incessant ring is heard in the background. It isn’t the sound of cheerful citizens bringing in 2013. Instead, it’s the alarm clock. It’s your third time this week having the same dream. Awake and frazzled, you are determined to make your dream a reality. This guide is just your luck, ‘cause I’m here to help you.

If the person turns around with a smile and exchanges words with you, then you have a potential date. Maybe shopping for food isn’t your thing. You prefer to walk in a megamall filled with other teenagers like you, well good job. You’ll definitely find someone who piques your interest in one of the many shops the mall has to offer.

3. Don’t psych yourself out

Now that you have your date, you will begin to think of all the things that you’ll do to impress them but don’t psych yourself out. Babbling like a fool is terrible, but being mute is deadly. Allow the conversation to flow naturally. If you were previously acquainted with your date you probably have many things in common. If not, talking about politics and social issues is not the way to stir up conversation. Talk about music and recent movies. Hopefully your date has similar entertainment tastes, otherwise your attempts will be a flop.

1. Browse your favorite spot for potential mates

If you’re human, you need food. The supermarket is the easiest place to shop for a date. Head over to your favorite section, maybe produce or dairy, and scan the scene. Behind the woman in the orthopedic shoes, you see a young person who attracts your eye looking at the array of your favorite soymilk. Go over, look nonchalantly at the selection and mention your favorite brand.

the end, if your potential date likes you, he or she will accept. Exchange phone numbers, emails, beeper codes—whatever the young kids use nowadays—and talk to your date every few days before New Year’s Eve. It shows that you are genuinely interested. It is also a good way to get conversation ideas for the face-to-face contact.

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2. Find your love interest and zone in

No need to beat around the bush. If you find a person interesting, strike a conversation and invite them to some New Year’s Eve festivity. If you’re smooth enough to slip in a wink without looking like a complete dweeb, then go for it. A good wink equals success. In

4. Go in for it

After conversing for hours and possibly eating, pop in a mint, put on some lip moisturizer and count down the seconds until the ball drops. Look into your date’s eyes, draw in closer and plant a juicy one on those lips. Listen to the fireworks in the distance. Job well done. g

Acting to comedy, Dardano never fails to entertain

Theatre senior performs stand-up at the IMPROV studio in CityPlace and local comedy theatres would give [stand-up] a try.” The pressure is on. The e speaks and the crowd howls in challenge lies in trying to understand the personalities of laughter. Within minutes, the audience and working with the members of his their reactions to specific jokes. audience are hunched “Every audience is different; over and holding back their tears. Theatre senior every person is going to respond to your jokes differently. There Joseph Dardano has done are hecklers and they always it again, charming the Photo courtesy of Joseph Dardano masses with his facetious Theatre senior Joesph Dardano first started have different reaction to your flair as a local stand-up stand-up comedy at 15-years-old performing jokes,” Dardano said. “I usually at local performances and has expanded his will improv to go along with comedian. career to well-known improv studios. A humorous hit act their reaction, or if I screw up a delivery, I’ll think of something funny to add since age 15, and building on his career ever while up on stage.” since, Dardano is summoned back to Palm Also a hit in the comedy world, Dreyfoos Beach Improv, The Mother Earth Coffee Shop and Wet Willies on a monthly basis, where he alumnus (‘12) Christian Fitzgerald has sells his eccentric persona while, at the same launched a professional career out of performing stand-up comedy. Even after time, collecting some cash. months of shows and experience, Fitzgerald’s “I started stand-up because I absolutely love to put myself out there, act and showcase anxiety still plays games with him while on stage. myself as much as I can,” Dardano said. “Comedy does not come naturally for any “Performing is what I love to do. People always told me I was funny so I thought I comedian,” Fitzgerald said. “The ones that say

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it does will never go anywhere.” Confidence is key. Even for Dardano, a natural-born theatre major, pushing himself on stage with no script or notes can be a nightmare like no other. To top it off, a cold and uptight audience can make a show dry and unbearable. Even more important than his preparation for the show is his ability to work with his surroundings and the people who interact with him from the crowd. “There was [this] one time when a woman wouldn’t stop making a ‘woo’ sound. She wouldn’t stop, so I called her out in front of the audience, and told her to ‘shut up’ using some choice words,” Dardano said. “When I was done speaking to her the audience broke out in a huge fit of laughter, and applauded me for my courage.” Once an entertainer, always an entertainer. Dardano will find his way back to the spotlight no matter where his life takes him. “Stand-up is definitely something I will always do. I act, sing, play music, write and do standup,” Dardano said. “It’s another way to get up on stage and entertain people.” g

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SEEING THROUGH THE SMOKE The truth about drugs and alcohol at Dreyfoos by JosieGraham and EstherMendoza

ary Jane[1] and Molly[2] aren’t just girls’ names anymore. Grass is no longer a type of turf to walk on, and coke[3] is not a refreshing beverage. Drugs and alcohol usage appears to be on the rise. However, in 2011 the Department of Health, Children and Families, Education and Juvenile Justice, with the Governor’s Office of Drug Control, distributed the Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey and the Florida Youth Tobacco Survey to 11,491 students in grades six through twelve.

Their results: statewide drug and alcohol use has decreased in the past year. Mary Jane and Molly seem to be out of a job. In a survey conducted by The Muse of 985 students, similar questions were used and received contrasting results. In the 30 days prior to taking the survey, 18.1 percent of Dreyfoos students reported having smoked marijuana in comparison to the 12.1 percent measured by the state. Additionally, 36.1 percent of Dreyfoos students reported consuming alcohol in the 30 days prior to

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taking the survey compared to 25.3 percent in the state. In the past 12 months, 9 percent of students at Dreyfoos have come to school under the influence of alcohol, and 13 percent have come to school under the influence of drugs. From alcohol to weed to illicit drugs such as cocaine and hallucinogens, it appears as if Mary Jane and Molly have found new employment in the halls of Dreyfoos. The concern regarding drug and alcohol use and abuse at Dreyfoos has become prevalent among students and faculty. According to The Muse survey of 985 students, 63.8 percent of the students reported having consumed alcohol at least once in their lifetime. Additionally, 29 percent reported having smoked or consumed marijuana at least once in their lifetime. “The thing we’ve caught most is drugs. Marijuana seems to be the most frequent item. It could be the difference of how easy it is to detect,” Assistant Principal Leo Barrett said. “If kids go into a corner to smoke pot the smell is easier to detect.” Not only has administration noticed the substantial issue, students have experienced firsthand how drugs and alcohol manifest themselves on campus. “I think that there is a big problem of drugs and alcohol; you can smell weed sometimes when you go into the bathroom,” communications junior Chelcee Pangerl said. “You hear kids storing alcohol in their locker, which is terrible.” One of the possible reasons for the continued drug and alcohol problem would be that schools are not strict enough enforcing anti-drug and anti-alcohol policies. However, Principal Susan Atherley does not believe this to be the case. “I can tell you that when we are aware of a situation, when we find a student with drugs or alcohol or anything illegal, we address it right away; we deal with it,” Dr. Atherley said. However, others believe that because parental attitudes have become more lenient (continued on page 16) [1] [2] [3]

Mary Jane is a common nickname for marijuana. Molly is a common nickname for ecstacy. Coke is a common nickname for cocaine.

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(continued from page 16) towards alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, it has become more prominent. According to The Muse survey of 985 students, 65.8 percent believe that parental attitudes have become more lenient while in the state of Florida, 37 percent of students believe that is true. Communications teacher Ancil Deluz, who has been at Dreyfoos since it opened 23 years ago, believes that and increase in drug and alcohol use may be due to the fact that these substances are more dominant in society. “The results [of The Muse survey] don’t surprise me. The results are a reflection of society,” Dr. Deluz said. “There is a relationship between visibility, familiarity, accessibility and the potential to use or to misuse.” Administration is aware of the possible drug and alcohol situations and is prepared to deal with it, whether it is on or off campus. Even though the problem persists, Dr. Atherley is optimistic that the drug and alcohol issue at Dreyfoos is not as severe as it may be in other schools. “Whether or not [drug use] is on campus or off campus, it’s still important. Some kids make choices not to do anything in school because they are afraid to get into trouble,” Dr. Atherley said. “They will wait until school is out [to drink or use drugs], when they think they are not being seen or supervised. Some kids don’t really care and do it anyway.” In an effort to be proactive, Dreyfoos will make a stride to institute drug education. According to Mr. Barrett, The Narcotics, Overdose, Prevention and Education program will come to Dreyfoos in hopes of allowing students to educate themselves on the issue. NOPE is a program that discourages students from abusing drugs and alcohol through

dramatic presentations about the dangers and consequences of drug abuse. Mr. Barrett believes that this will be a step in the right direction. “I guess you can say I always look for ways to prevent a problem before it happens. If I can save one child from getting behind the wheel under the influence, it’ll be worth it,” Mr. Barrett said. To some, such as Office James O’Sullivan these courses may change the mind of some students who are thinking about abusing of either drugs of alcohol. “I think it could stop someone on the fence or had potential to do it,” Officer O’Sullivan said. “If it’s in the home I don’t know if that would discourage [the drug use], but if it’s not, it should stop the student.” However, according to The Muse’s survey 55.3 percent of students believe any type of drug and alcohol education would be ineffective in the number of students using drugs. Of the overall students surveyed, 57.3 percent said that they would not participate in the class. From a teaching perspective, some believe that cutting health classes as a graduation requirement in the state of Florida in 2008

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was a step backwards for the state. “I definitely think a health course that talks about [drugs and alcohol] should be available. You need to know about health. I don’t think that it is appropriate to teach health in a biology class, it needs to be taught in a health class,” science teacher Sherry Little said. “We need to get back to what’s important to our kids. We can’t ignore it.” For some students, the problem may not be solved by just a health course and is deeper rooted than expected. Dance senior Kris-Ann Grant believes that not only do students tend

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to be rebellious, they are also very influenced by is lower than in the state. In the state their surroundings. of Florida, 22.8 percent of students “Having a drug education class would make reported at least one instance of kids more curious when it comes to drugs,” using cigarettes, while at Dreyfoos Grant said. “If you say no to kids, we want to 18 percents have. To Mr. Barret, this find out why and say no [to adults]. Music and statistic is a step in the right direction. artists make it seem cool. Nowadays if you aren’t “Well, a little [surprised] that smoking or having sex, you’re not cool.” cigarettes came out the lowest. The Whether the drug education program would notion that less are using cigarettes is be effective or not, some, such as Dr. Atherley, are encouraging. We may have less long calling for a change. She believes that drug and term diseases but I would still like alcohol education should begin at a younger age to have it [number of students using than it has in the past. drugs] at zero” Mr. Barret said. “I think we really have to go back and look at Whether it is the parents or the the young kids so that they’re raised with that lack of drug and alcohol education, the perception of ‘when should I say no’. The goal decision to lead a healthy life is left in is to make sure kids and adults make healthy the hands of the students. Dr. Deluz decisions,“ Dr. urges students Atherley said. to reflect on the However, consequences of looking at the short their actions and term problem, the how it may impact administration their life. and teachers may “I would advise have their work these students cut out for them. to look beyond According to The the moment at Muse survey, 58 what they want percent of students to accomplish in do not believe life,” Dr. Deluz said. that the use of “Try to imagine marijuana is wrong. themselves with Additionally, 59 families and percent of students children and then -communications teacher Ancil Deluz to honestly assess do not believe that underage alcohol whether drug use is consumption is wrong. worth it for you and for your children At Dreyfoos, 65.8 percent of students reported to follow in that path.” that they believe parents are becoming more For students who know others lenient, while in the state 37 percent believe that who are either abusing or considering this is true. For digital media Bianca Simon, it abusing drugs, Mr. Barrett encourages is the extremist parents that are behind this students to come forward and speak statistic. with either a teacher or someone from “I think it depends on the parent. Some seem administration. to except the fact that kids do participate in these “If you care about other kids activities and encourage them to be safe,” Simon remaining substance free, I feel said. “However, some parents seem to take that to students should always tell an an extreme and allow things such as alcohol for administrator. It may be life-saving to their children and even their children’s friends.” the user,” Mr. Barrett said. “The point According to The Muse survey, the amount of is to intervene and put them on the students on campus who use tobacco products right path.” g

‘I would advise these students to look beyond the moment at what they want to accomplish in life. Try to imagine themselves with families and children and then to honestly assess whether drug use is worth it for you and for your children to follow in that path.’

Prescription & Overthe-counter DRUGS Both prescription and overthe-counter drugs may be potentially addictive and, taken in high doses, can dangerously raise boy temperature, cause irregular heartbeat, induce heart failure or initiate seizures. These drugs can also cause hostility and paranoia. Sources: The National Institute on Drug Abuse National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Graphics by Kyle Bell and Adriana Rahrig

Marijuana Marijuana is the most commonly abused illicit drug in the United States, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the second most abused at Dreyfoos, according to The Muse survey. This drug can have various symptoms such as distorted perceptions, impaired coordination, difficulty thinking and difficulty problem solving. In long-term users, learning and memory impairment can last for days or weeks. Several withdrawal symptoms may occur, including irritability, sleeplessness, decreased appetite and anxiety.

Drugs & Alcohol:

The FACTS by EstherMendoza

Tobacco Tobacco products all contain the highly addictive drug nicotine, which is absorbed into the blood stream by chewing, inhaling or smoking. The adrenaline that is released when the adrenal glands are stimulated by the nicotine may cause symptoms such as increased blood pressure, respiration and heart rate. Withdrawal symptoms include irritability, attention difficulties, sleeplessness, increased appetite and strong tobacco cravings. Cigarette smoke is also the cause on one-third of all cancer, including 90 percent of all lung cancers.

Alcohol According to The Muse survey, alcohol is the most commonly used drug amongst Dreyfoos students. Alcohol can have various effects on the brain, including changes in mood and behavior, lack of coordination and inability to think clearly. It also has several effects on the heart such as irregular heartbeat, increased possibility of stroke and high blood pressure. It also has negative effects on the liver, pancreas and immune system.

Cocaine

Cocaine can be taken by three ways: snorting, injection or smoking. This drug’s symptoms usually include increased energy and mental alertness which leads to reduced fatigue. These side-effects may vary in intensity depending on the route the drug was administered. Symptoms common include paranoia, constricted blood vessels, dilated pupils, increased body temperature and increased heart rate.

Hallucinogens

Several common hallucinogens include LSD, Peyote, Psilocybin (commonly referred to as “mushrooms”) and PCP. Similarities between PCP and Peyote symptoms include a “high” which lasts 12 hours, and includes mood swings, delusions, hallucinations and a crossover of different senses. Some hallucinogens may have addictive qualities and all hallucinogens have the same basic symptoms. However, these symptoms rely solely on the individual and are unpredictable by nature.

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Arts Index

A guide to what’s going on in the art area classes by NatashaLeonard

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Keyboard

he keyboard department students practiced for Prism and for their juries. Juries for the department took place right after Prism and consisted of a solo piece, scales and an oral presentation on their piece and composer. Each performance had to be about ten minutes. g

Band

he band department held a band concert on Nov. 16 and a jazz concert on Nov. 28. The concert featured big ensembles with small group pieces. Prism auditions for small group pieces were held Nov. 13. “It was very exciting because Prism was in the Kravis Center,” band senior Murphy Aucamp said. “There were a few pieces from Prism that were different than what you would normally hear at a band concert.” g

Visual

tudents in the digital media department completed artwork for the Scholastics Art and Writing competition and finished their South Florida Fair Exhibition portfolios. “Students are now beginning to see if their work has been accepted for NFAA’s [National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts],” digital media dean Peter Stodolak said. g

uditions for the theatre department’s production of “Guys and Dolls” took place Nov. 27. Students had to perform a monologue that represented their personality and sing 16 bars from a classical theatre song. Juries began Dec. 13. Students could have sung, performed a monologue, presented a costume design or presented a set design. g

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Communications junior Sergio Rodriguez expresses his excitement for the achievements of The Muse staff and TV production crew. Rodriguez and other communications students spent a weekend at Riverwalk in San Antonio, attending various seminars and lectures that enhanced their skills as communication artists.

tudents from the communication department’s publications and TV production classes attended the National Scholastic Press Association in San Antonio, Texas, on Nov. 15. The Muse was awarded the Pacemaker in the category of high school newsmagazine and also got seventh place in the Best of Show Newsmagazine. Communications senior Josie Graham placed fourth in the Sports Story of the Year category. g

Vocal

he vocal department spent time preparing for the December holiday concert on Dec. 8. The result for who qualified for the National ACDA [American Choral Directors Association] were announced. On top of Prism, vocal students were gathered material and practiced for their juries. “We [got] ready for Prism and our holiday concert before Prism,” vocal sophomore Ashley Bennett said. “It’s really crazy because they are three days apart. g

Communications

isual seniors Katherine Kennedy, MaryKate Eriksen, Taylor Goldenberg, Kathia St. Hilaire and Allison Hoffman qualified for finals in the YoungArts talentbased scholarship program. During YoungArts week in Miami, the finalists will participate in master classes and present their artwork. Visual juries were held on Dec. 4 and the Scholastics Arts and Writing deadline was on Dec.14. Students prepared for both events and gathered artwork for their South Florida Fair portfolios. g

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Dance

uest artist and choreographer Jennifer Archibald has been teaching master classes for all the students in the dance department since October. She created a piece for the winter concert. “Whenever we have guests we make sure they teach a master class [to all of the students] so everyone has an opportunity to experience their style,” dance dean Jan Hanniford said. The department also had a NFAA dance finalist: dance senior Jenna Francis. She was one out of 20 dancers from the country that qualified. g

Strings

he string department held a Strings Orchestra Concert in the Brandt Black Box Theater on Nov. 19 and the Philharmonic Concert was on Nov. 29. “Prism should get people to attend shows for the rest of the year; it shows everyone what we can do,” strings junior Gabrielle Graham said. g

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Working on sets gets technical by AlexandraLopez

athfinder scholarships are awarded to high school seniors in Palm Beach County who have demonstrated outstanding achievement with their talent in the hopes of benefiting their community in the future. A portion of the application for Pathfinder includes a one-page essay on future career goals. For theatre senior Molly Block, nominated to represent Dreyfoos for the Technical/Vocational Pathfinder, her answer Molly Block was clear. “I want to work on film and movie sets and eventually own a production company with carpenters and technicians,” Block said. “Then I want to open a theatre company for kids with disabilities that can build their own sets.” Block was the technical director for the first play of the school year, “A Raisin in the Sun.” The Pathfinder she is nominated for is awarded to a student “who has shown the greatest promise for a career in one of the disciplines offered,” which includes construction.

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“I can’t think of any other person who’s more deserving in the category of [Technical/ Vocational],” said theatre teacher Edward Blanchette, who was the technical supervisor for “A Raisin in the Sun.” “She’s shown that she will be an innovator in theatre tech.” Photo by Aubrey Levin Building sets Theatre senior Molly Block worked on the “A Raisin in the Sun” for months before it was perfect. It takes a like the set in “A lot of time to put together a finished product and complete a set. Raisin in the Sun,” for “A Raisin in the Sun,” which included the replicating a hole- in-the-wall apartment in paint crew and the set crew. Everyone had Chicago is a long, detailed process. Students day-to-day tasks and schedules to tend to. handle saws and even welds to get the result Block was in charge of making sure the tasks they want. Different kinds of wood, fabrics were finished. and props are used. Block began drawing how the flat had to “I had to create different sized flats which be built, which took about six weeks. essentially looked like parallelograms [for the “Her level of skill is beyond her years,” Mr. “A Raisin in the Sun” set]. Trigonometry and Blanchette said. “If this is an example of the geometry are used by the construction crew work she does at this level, I look forward to all the time,” Block said. what she does in the future.” g Block was in charge of most of the crews

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If you can’t beat them, join them: dance I can’t paint or sing. My dance moves are limited to the traditional Colombian salsa and I don’t know how to hold a tuba. I do, however, know how to investigate and report. Join me on my adventures through every major at Dreyfoos. by ValeriaRivadeneira

o dance majors, a hip-hop master class means dressing out in sweatpants and getting the opportunity to learn new dance moves taught by a guest choreographer. To me, however, the master class served as a reminder of how limited my flexibility is and how much my art area differs from theirs.

Warm-ups

If a dance major ever tells you about warm-ups, don’t be fooled. There is nothing warm about doing nonstop crunches, lunges and planks or bending your legs in ways that legs are not meant to be bent. Warm-ups weren’t only fast paced music and rhythmic flexing, but also days of recovery. I still don’t know what a coccyx balance is.

An elephant never forgets, and neither does a dancer

Jennifer Archibald, founder and artistic director of the Arch Dance Company, was the guest teacher for our master class. She showed us a combination of moves which she repeated slowly once or twice so that everybody could see what they were supposed to do.

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Communications junior Valeria Rivadeneira struggles to keep up with the rest of the dancers. Guest teacher Jennifer Archibald directed the choreography for the dance class. For Rivadeniera the steps did not come easily.

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Dance senior Alison Sheehan demonstrates the hand movements of the dance to communications junior Valeria Rivadeneira. Rivadeneira participated in a hip-hop master class with dance majors and learned how to move to a new kind of music.

I was honestly impressed by the way the dancers around me memorized the steps and mimicked Ms. Archibald. No matter how many times I watched them do it, I couldn’t remember whether the spin came before the flipping of the hand or after the hooking of the arms. It was hard enough trying to repeat the steps in silence, but when Usher started playing through the speakers, I was overwhelmed by the rapid pace of it all.

Going across the floor

Warm-ups left me wondering if things could get any worse. The answer was yes. Going across the floor was a nightmare

because that’s when everyone gets to space themselves out and repeat the dance moves they’ve learned—or in my case, haven’t learned—over and over while inching their bodies to the right, until by some miracle or dancing phenomenon, they magically end up on the other side of the room. This didn’t go so well when I attempted it, so instead I walked little by little behind some innocent girl who was just trying to dance. Taking this hip-hop class made me not only appreciate the hard workouts dancers go through, but it also made me thankful for every chair in the journalism classroom. All two hours of dancing were fun while they lasted, but for now I’ll stick to writing. g

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Prism Peaks

Prism puts the audience in the holiday spirit with festive songs and seasonal greetings separate appearances rom the rear at the concert while balcony to the front the students were of the orchestra section, preparing for the every seat of the Kravis upcoming pieces. Center was filled on The characters Dec. 11. Audience walked up and down members waited in the aisles handing anticipation and looked out candy canes to the main stage for and making sure the performance to the audience was begin. But the concert enjoying the show. did not begin on stage; “Being an elf was rather, it began in the pretty funny; it made audience when students me a little nervous marched through the running around theater playing their in a ridiculous saxophones and their costume in front of drums. It was clear 3,000 people,” said that Prism was not keyboard senior going to be a regular John “Parker” performance. Holloway. “This Prism I think The production we had a lot more at brought the music stake,” vocal junior students together Photo by Elizabeth Lane Kristy Jo said. “The so that they During the grand finale, snow falls over the performers. The grand finale Kravis Center is such a incorporated could perform an all of the music majors, who all have dedicated countless hours professional setting and into the performance. unforgettable show very important people for the audience. were there, so making a great impression was One of the memorable moments was the show’s our main focus. The concert was a success and finale, when the students performed “I Wish You everyone really pulled together and ended up Christmas” as snow fell onstage. making a great show.” “Everyone’s going to go home happy and talk The audience enjoyed beautiful choral about pieces like “Personent Hodie” and fun how great ensembles like “Hanukkah Harry’s Greatest Prism Hits” arranged by band senior Zachary was and Montague. One of the crowd’s favorites the great was “All I Want for Christmas” performed memories by keyboard seniors John Ferrer, Robert it will Faber, Josh Baldwin, Ben Batalla and Rafael leave,” Riera and keyboard junior Ian Lao. The six said James students played the pianos while dancing and Patterson, Photo by Elizabeth Lane switching places. a bestBand seniors Alexandra Wood (left), Tyler Morrison (middle) selling “At first it was difficult to come up with and band junior Brooke King (right) play their instruments along with other band majors to a holiday song. ideas [for a piece], but with hard work, author and determination and a bit of fooling around to supporter keep each other from going insane, we pulled of the arts. “We could do this six times all over through and made something special for Prism the county and it would sell out everywhere. that no one has ever seen before,” Lao said. Maybe we’ll do it twice next year, it was a The Grinch and one of Santa’s elves made spectacular event.” g by CamilleSanches

Patterson pays for Prism Concert in Kravis by CamilleSanches

here is not much that could make Prism any better than it already is, but putting it in the Kravis Center sure did help. This year the music student’s biggest show of the year was held in the Kravis Center thanks to the support of best-selling author James James Patterson Patterson. “I thought [putting Prism in the Kravis Center] was a cool idea so I approached the school and they were excited about it,” Patterson said. Over the past couple of years Patterson has made several efforts to help the school improve. Last year he spoke to communications students about writing and he plans to help supply materials to help students prepare for the SATs and college. “The school is very close to me and I have more knowledge of it,” Patterson said. “I want to push that it’s Dreyfoos the School of the Arts and Smarts. The students can become not only serious artists, but lawyers and doctors as well.” As for Prism, whether or not Patterson will sponsor it again in the Kravis Center is unknown, but this year’s was a great success. The Kravis was packed with people from Dreyfoos and some who just wanted to support the arts. “It’s a great experience for students and I hope it creates a lot of pride in the [music] department[s],” Patterson said. “People don’t know how much of a treasure Dreyfoos is and this performance should help.” g

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The guardians of the goals by BariBossis and JensenTate

itting in the stands watching a soccer game, you may spend both halves of the game focusing on the field players kicking

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around a black and white ball. But do you ever notice the athletes at the opposite ends of the field, in a crouch position, ready and waiting for action? Although they tend to go unnoticed, they are the most valuable players in the game. The goalies.

“It’s one of those weird things that they are underappreciated, but yet one mistake and the game is on them,” boys soccer coach and social studies teacher Tom Ruth said. “[They’re] underappreciated, but when they make a mistake you know it.”

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his season, when the opposing team scores less than two goals, the girls soccer team’s record is 5-0. The responsibility of defending the goal lies in the hands of band senior and girls soccer goalie Nikolette “Nikki” LaBonte. “I think that being a goalie is a great position because it’s a unique job. It’s something for me that has a lot of excitement to it,” LaBonte said. “It’s a really cool thing for me to know that if the team is struggling, I can support them and keep us in the game.” Visual sophomore and teammate Victoria Cruz recognizes the importance of LaBonte’s overall participation on the field. “We look up to her,” Cruz said. “She makes ridiculous saves that we didn’t even think could be saved. Without her, we would not win any games.” Fortunately for LaBonte, her ‘ridiculous saves’ do not to break any bones in her body. Although goalies can often sustain injuries, LaBonte has been lucky so far. “[A goalie] can get injured more severely due to the nature of the game. It is hard to recover because you keep having to perform these physically strenuous tasks,” LaBonte said. “I don’t actually get hurt very often; soccer [has] strict rules protecting the safety of the goalie.” Unlike field players, who often remember specific goals they scored during a match, LaBonte recalls few saves that she made during her years of soccer. “One play in a fast moving game can be extremely hard to remember,” LaBonte said. “Recently, during our [win] against Dwyer High School, I made a save that was based totally on instinct. For me, it was an incredible moment because you realize that your work has paid off.” Mr. Ruth admires LaBonte’s improvement as goalie. He agrees that LaBonte’s role is a factor in the team’s frequent success. “She’s a huge part of their success right now. She’s calm and she’s been consistent [with] very few mistakes,” Mr. Ruth said. “She’s gone from being an average keeper to a great keeper.” g

hen visual freshman and boys soccer goalie David Parra came to Dreyfoos, there was no doubt that he would try out for the soccer team. He had been playing soccer since he was 7 and has played as a goalie since he was 10. It was Parra’s father who got him interested in playing soccer. “My dad played soccer at my age and he used to watch it whenever it was on television, and I started liking it. So I joined the Sunday league at the park,” Parra said. Parra has played on recreational

Photo by Elizabeth Lane

Visual freshman David Parra dives in an attempt to block a shot. The Jaguars are playing in a home match against King’s Academy.

‘My dad played soccer at my age and he used to watch it whenever it was on television, and I started liking it. So I joined the Sunday league at the park.’ -visual freshman David Parra

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Band senior Nikolette ‘Nikki’ LaBonte reaches to grab a shot in a preseason practice.

teams as well as at Conniston Middle School for two years, giving him years of practice as a goalie. The players and coach are happy to have him on the team. “It’s great having [Parra] as a goalie [because of ] his hand strength, his overall body strength, [and] quickness,” Mr. Ruth said. “It’s great to have a freshman [on the team] because you know that you’ve got four years of a goalie.” Usually during tryouts there is a shortage of goalies, but this year six players tried out. The players understand the importance of the goalie and appreciate the fact that Parra always does a good job on the field. “[Goalies] are expected to do their job and they aren’t praised as much as field players, even though their position is the most vital one to winning the game,” visual junior and teammate Ian Jones said. g

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The arts vs. athletics The arts come out on top and the athletic department better get used to it their potential,” math teacher and athletic ast year on Dec. 11, director Christopher Burns said. “There are the basketball team a lot of super athletic kids at Dreyfoos who headed to the Salvation won’t reach their peak because of their Army Gym to play rival commitment level, [and] they won’t Trinity Christian Academy. excel like they could.” Trinity is one of the I know that coaches here cannot weakest schools on the kick athletes off of teams if they schedule, and the team miss an event; there is no question Kevin Levine was looking forward to that arts come first. But athletes the potential of beating them for the first time who make a commitment to a since the 2008-2009 season. However, the team have a responsibility to Jaguars lost in one of the closest games they try to balance their art with their played all year: 57-46. The team was missing sport as much as possible. seven players, including leading scorer and “All the students have arts, so band junior Jorge Ramos. Why were these they have to miss sporting events players not at a crucial basketball game where and some athletes miss more their presence could have been the difference [sporting events] than others, between victory and defeat? The Prism depending on which art they’re Holiday concert. in,” Mr. Burns said. “You have to This is not a one-time problem. Conflicts be balanced [as a coach] towards between sports and arts are always prevalent all students because some kids for student athletes. When conflicts between want to miss every activity, and sporting and artistic events occur, every others go out of their way to student has an obligation to attend their go to their art teacher and arts event. We auditioned and were picked tell them they can’t go to an for a prestigious arts program to positively art function because they represent our school as one of the best in the have an athletic activity. country. Obviously, to choose a game over It’s tough as a coach to a performance is a ridiculous notion, but to let them all participate completely on an even blow off a playing It seems that sports are the commitment to field.” red-headed step child of a team is also In my Dreyfoos, and that any attempt opinion, the absurd, and that seems to made to stop conflicting events most logical be the route solution would be will favor the arts. for many of scheduling arts and sports our athletes. around each other, preventing “My high school experience was if you most of the problems in the first place. There missed anything you were kicked off the are a lot of arts events scheduled throughout team. A lot of kids don’t realize it is that the year, though, that coaches would have to kind of commitment that helps them reach schedule around. At the end of each school

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year, Assistant Principal George Miller has a meeting where he sets the schedule for all of the next year’s school functions. If the coaches had their schedules set for the next year, they too could attend the meeting to reserve the dates they had games or matches, so arts events and athletic events would no longer conflict. This way, students can have the opportunity to fulfill their commitments to both their art and their sport. It seems that sports are the red-headed step child of Dreyfoos, and that any attempt made to stop conflicting events will favor the arts. But if coaches are offered the opportunity to try and stop conflicting events, they should at least give it a try before dismissing the notion of the yearend schedule meeting. “I would love if all students at Dreyfoos participated in some athletics, but students lz mho Kru know that arts come arlie h C by ion first,” Mr. Burns said. trat Illus “Dreyfoos athletics will never get to the level the arts are. However, we have a lot of successful teams, and a lot of very talented coaches and players, so hopefully we will continue to improve.” g

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Playing to win the game Are Dreyfoos sports competitive or are they just participatory? A by CharlesBonani

t a school where arts are king and academics queen, athletics are merely left as the jester. Students simply do not have the flexibility of being fully committed to a sport, and it has resonated through the teams’ performances. Dreyfoos and athletic success do not go hand-in-hand, leading to the question of whether or not the athletics are competitive or simply participatory. “We are an arts school first, then we are academic, and then we are sports,” athletic director and math teacher Christopher Burns said. “Now that’s not to say that we are bad at sports, but it’s just not the focus of the school atmosphere as a whole.” The lack of athletic focus of the school atmosphere starts with Dreyfoos originating in 1989 as an arts school without an athletic program. Eventually one was put in place, but at the time the majority of sports were played on a club level, designed for students to participate rather than to compete. Not until seven years ago, with the arrival of former athletic director and guidance counselor John Webb, did the landscape of athletics begin to change. “When I got [to Dreyfoos] I had to evaluate the athletic program in general and one of the things that we needed to do was start from the ground up,” Mr. Webb said. “What I tried to do was basically create an atmosphere for athletics at Dreyfoos. We did a lot more fundraising. We promoted the athletics program. We worked on building an inventory and we started building the

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basketball program. Once you start things they start going in a positive direction.” In 2002, a committee was put together to discuss whether the athletic department should be abolished altogether. Previous interim athletic director and social studies dean Tom West was part of this committee and played a crucial role in determining the

the amount of student athletes that are now competing in athletics. “We have a lot more kids [participating in athletics] than we used to,” Langdon said. “Now you’re not guaranteed [a roster spot]. There are maybe 30 kids that come out [to tryouts] and only 18 that make it.” Due to the influx in the number of student-athletes trying out for teams, the competitive nature of each athlete is amplified with the possibility of not obtaining a roster spot. This leads to a higher-quality team, and in effect the success of the team is escalated. “If the point of athletics is to play, and not win, not to compete, then it should be an intramural program,” -Participation Awardbasketball coach and social studies teacher Jeffrey Stohr said. “We’re not out there [on Graphic by Enrique Orosco the court] lying down. The vast future of Dreyfoos athletics. majority of our athletes like the competition.” “When we came in, we looked at the Since 2006, when Ms. Van Arsdale whole program academically, artistically vetoed banning competitive sports, the and athletically,” Mr. West said. “One of the athletic department has won seven district concerns was that we were on the borderline championships, compared to the 17 years of not being allowed to participate in what prior when they won only one. is called the FHSAA (Florida High School “Athletics at Dreyfoos aren’t a joke. We Athletic Association).” aren’t club teams, we are a competitive The athletic department did not comply program,” Mr. Burns said. “We have with the standard amount of boys and successful athletic teams, and we are a girls teams required to be qualified in the successful athletic program.” g FHSAA, and in 2006 former principal Ellen Van Arsdale created a committee made up of previous coaches and athletic directors to determine if Dreyfoos should continue with interscholastic sports. A unanimous decision was made to abolish interscholastic sports and become a participatory intramural athletic program. However, Ms. Van Arsdale rejected the decision and appealed to create two additional sports teams, putting the athletic program in compliance with the FHSAA. Since then, the number of students participating in athletics has increased, but participating and competing are two very different objectives. Third year boys soccer player and visual junior Robert Langdon Photo by Elizabeth Lane believes athletics have become much more Band freshman Benjamin Alden chases a King’s Academy player in a competitive over the past few years due to 0-5 loss to King’s Academy.

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Here comes Homecoming SGA teams up with basketball to start a new tradition by MorgaanJessell

omecoming may sound like a scene from a cliché high school chick flick or the stories students from outside of school recount about their own school. It doesn’t sound like a typical Dreyfoos occasion; coming together for a sporting event is almost unheard of here. However, this basketball season Student Government Association is attempting to start a tradition: a homecoming event that the basketball team will host during Spirit Week. “We’re trying to take from other high schools that have homecoming, and we’re trying to incorporate a bit of our Dreyfoos flair,” communications senior and SGA copresident Hugh Dunkley Jr. said. SGA is working with basketball coach and social studies teacher Jeffrey Stohr, as well as athletic director and math teacher Christopher Burns, to coordinate Spirit Week with a basketball game. The game is scheduled for Jan. 28, which is the Monday of Spirit Week, against Morningside Christian

and math teacher Traci Whalen said. “Since Academy. we don’t have a football team we’re trying to “The five days of Homecoming are on the align it with basketball.” calendar,” Assistant Principal George According to SGA co-president and Miller said. “There is going to be a Homecoming week. There is a dance communication senior Natasha Scruggs, SGA also plans scheduled for Friday night.” on hosting a Homecoming The Homecoming game will dance the Friday of Spirit generate a larger fan base for the Week. Both SGA and the basketball team while uniting basketball team want to the school. Spirit Week is instill a sense of school driven by the grade levels pride and spirit in the entire pitted against each other to the point where there student body at Dreyfoos. “I believe it’s is never a time where the quintessential for Dreyfoos school comes together as a to strive to be like every other whole. If the student body, as high school more,” SGA coa conglomeration of all different treasurer and digital media senior grades and majors, can unite to Graphic by Enrique Orosco Carl Amritt said. “Having a Homecoming support the basketball players, it could basketball game is one of many opportunities change the pace of Spirit Week altogether. that will bring us to that elusive high school “We’re trying to tie Spirit Week with experience that we hear so much about, so Homecoming because we want to try and the real question is why not?” g do what other schools are doing, while still doing our own separate thing,” SGA sponsor

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unning barefoot is proven to have less impact on the body. Runners use less energy when running without shoes. The terrain is an important factor to consider before trying out this new way of exercise.

he very popular cranberry is super nutritious and delicious, especially at its peak between September and December. With over 400 million pounds of cranberries consumed each year, these little red ovals contain an abundance of vitamin C and antioxidants. It can also help prevent urinary tract infections. The super food is only at its most nutritious in natural form, rather than as a sugary juice or jellied sauce. Throw them in a yummy muffin recipe or use them to jazz up

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Four effects of technology on the body by KellyBerger

For hours on end, we bombard our senses by staring at a glowing screen and blasting music directly into our eardrums through tiny buds. The muscles in our eyes must constantly refocus to accommodate the distance of the screen, leading to eye strain, dry eyes, light sensitivity, blurred vision, double vision, fatigue and headaches. Beyond increased vision troubles, technology affects our sense of hearing. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association stated that about one in five adolescents has some evidence of hearing loss. Limit exposure to loud music to 90 minutes per day at 80 percent of maximum volume. Good news: listening to music at half the maximum volume for any amount of time won’t cause significant damage. g

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Researchers are beginning to explore how technology affects our happiness and emotional development. According to a recent Stanford University study, adolescents who say they spend a considerable amount of time using multimedia also describe themselves in ways that suggest they are less happy and less socially comfortable. For the first time, humans are constantly connected to their colleagues and peers, but the resulting social and intellectual pressures can lead to exhaustion and low selfesteem. Take a break from the vast virtual world to appreciate the here and now. g

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Teenage Texting Tendonitis is a new name for the joint inflammation caused by repeated overuse of the thumbs. With the average teen sending 3,339 text messages per month, according to a survey done by The Nielsen Company, it’s no surprise that TTT is becoming more common. According to Dr. Jane Sadler, a family medicine physician at Baylor Medical Center, TTT could lead to arthritis in later years. In addition, typing at a computer for extended periods of time has long been known to contribute to carpal tunnel syndrome, which occurs when a nerve in the wrist becomes pressed or squeezed. Lessen the risk of developing it by keeping wrists straight and floating above the keyboard. g

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‘Guardians’ rises to the occasion by ToriFernandez

efore homework, college applications and AP exams, we were children who thought the world was a happy place. We believed in things like magic, pixie dust and even the Easter Bunny, until we grew up and realized that the world is a cruel and unusual place. In DreamWorks’ animated movie “Rise of the Guardians,” the children of the world are in danger of losing that innocence, and can only be saved with the help of a little-known hero named Jack Frost. In “Rise of the Guardians,” a Guardian is only as powerful as the children who believe in them. Jack Frost (Chris Pine) has spent 300 years in a world where no one believes in him. When a threat from the Boogieman, named Pitch (Jude Law), reaches the North

Pole, Jack is chosen to protect the children of the world along with the four original Guardians: a goofy Russian Santa Claus named North (Alec Baldwin), the Tooth Fairy named Tooth (Isla Fisher), a grumpy Australian Easter Bunny named Bunny (Hugh Jackman) and Sandy, the mute Sandman. Together, they must protect the children of the world from Pitch’s nightmares and defend the naiveté of the children’s minds. The key to a good movie is its ability to connect with people of all ages. “Rise of the Guardians” appeals to all demographics. Although most of the story is centered on the adventure rather than comedy, the jokes are clever. There’s enough of a balance between the standard, slapstick

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Jingle ball, jingle ball rocks Miami by EricaMaltz

he highly anticipated holiday bash, Y100 Jingle Ball, was expected to leave Florida in the holiday spirit. The concert featured the hottest pop artists of the season. This year, the performance was held at the Bank Atlantic Center on Dec. 8. The night was kicked off with Cher Lloyd and her hit single “Want U Back” that got the crowd excited for the show. This was followed by a beat dropped by ZEDD and his amazing DJ mixes, turning the hockey arena into a rave-like atmosphere. There wasn’t a single person sitting down in the stadium. The only thing on his agenda was to get the crowd moving. Neon Trees blew everyone away with their amazing stage presence and profanity-laced humor. Their popular radio songs led the audience to finish lead singer Tyler Glenn’s lyrics. Feeding off the energy of Neon Trees, One Republic stole the stage unveiling their new unnamed single, as well as the already popular songs “Good Life” and “Apologize.” Although Afrojack’s cords got unplugged,

Ke$ha’s performance was creating an awkward peppered with expletives, adding atmosphere to her bad girl image. Her set was throughout the enhanced by an intense drum audience, he performance during “Die Young.” redeemed himself Miami native Enrique Iglesias with a performance revisited his roots, giving us the that got the fans opportunity to scream along with bouncing with the him in many of his hit songs bass. Ed Sheeran including “I Like It.” The hot Miami charmed the crowd homeboy brought out the fiesta in with his one-man performance of just everyone. The pop sensation PSY came him and his guitar. Photo by Getty Images Korean pop sensation PSY takes the stage, all the way from Korea to wow the He encouraged the dancing to his hit, “Gangnam Style.” crowd as everyone danced the iconic crowd to illuminate Gangnam Style. Although he was the stadium with the light of their cell phones, which created only able to grace the stage with one song, he acknowledged the opportunity to perform was the effect of a starry night, making it a itself “appreciateable.” performance to remember. The night ended with flying confetti Beliebers were sorely disappointed during and smoke machines that almost obscured this year’s Jingle Ball. The promised host, FLO-RIDA. Florida’s craving to see America’s Justin Bieber, only made a brief appearance to introduce Ke$ha to the stage. The incident favorite singers had been satisfied. Y100 Jingle Ball was a success, a trending topic on Twitter created more hatred towards his already and a hit on every social networking site. g massive ego.

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“‘8 Crazy Nights.’ It’s hilarious, and I love Adam Sandler.”

“‘Die Hard.’ It takes place during Christmas, so it’s my favorite Christmas movie.”

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What is your favorite holiday movie?

Hanai Garcia communications junior

Matthew Dickenson theatre freshman

ENTERTAINMENT

‘And the Oscar goes to...’ by JarrodCarman

owards the end of each year, pundits and columnists spend their invaluable time predicting who will win next year’s Academy Awards. This year, the predictions come early.

Best Actor, Supporting Actor

After Jean Dujardin bested George Clooney last year, the race seems to be up in the air. The current frontrunner is two-time Academy Award winner Daniel Day-Lewis for his performance in “Lincoln,” which the San Francisco Chronicle described as “nothing less

“Lincoln.” Both acting legends turn in strong, radical performances, but they might be threatened by Javier Bardem, whose unpredictability as Silva in “Skyfall” has critics raving.

Best Actress, Supporting Actress

Jennifer Lawrence is the undisputed leader for Best Actress due to her powerhouse performance in the dark comedy “Silver Linings Playbook.” Lawrence plays a psychologically damaged widow opposite Bradley Cooper in the film that won the Audience Award at the Toronto Film Festival. Her main competition is Jessica Chastain from “Zero Dark Thirty” and 8-year-old Quvenzhane Wallis from “Beasts of the Southern Wild.” The Supporting Actress race is pretty boring, and, unfortunately, this year is no different. No top seed has emerged, but reactions from an early premiere say that Anne Hathaway in “Les Misérables” might be a shoo-in for a tear-jerking role. Buzz is also forming around newcomer Samantha Barks, who beat Taylor Swift for a role in “Les Misérables.”

Best Director, Picture

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than thrilling.” Mr. Day- Lewis, whom Variety called the world’s greatest actor, spent an entire year preparing for the role. His only real threat is Joaquin Phoenix, the aggressive alcoholic Freddie Quell in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “The Master.” However, Mr. Phoenix called the Oscars stupid and meaningless, a campaign strategy some might call counter-intuitive. In the best Supporting Actor category, it’s a two-way race between Philip Seymour Hoffman in “The Master” and Tommy Lee Jones in

The current frontrunner for Best Director is Ben Affleck for his work on “Argo.” In the course of five years, Ben Affleck has turned from hit-ormiss actor to prestigious director. His current threats are meltdown-prone David O. Russell, who is in the middle of a comeback thanks to “Silver Linings Playbook,” and past winner Tom Hooper for “Les Misérables.” The Academy’s voting rules are odder than Lady Gaga’s taste in attire, and they allow between five and 10 films to be nominated for Best Picture. “Argo,” “Silver Linings Playbook”and “Les Misérables” lead the pack, but “Lincoln” or “Zero Dark Thirty” could sneak in. It should be an interesting year for the Oscars or it could be incredibly dull. Let’s just be thankful that James Franco isn’t hosting. g

“‘Elf,” because it has Will Ferrell. It’s not Christmas until it airs.”

Tonia Borsellino theatre senior

“My favorite is probably ‘A Christmas Story.’ It’s such a classic.”

Kyle Nordlinger visual senior

GabiCOHEN

I imagine that when the end of the world comes, my friends and I will be those people who roll around in a pickup truck wielding wooden baseball bats and smashing zombie face until the sun comes up. Ain’t Photo by Rise nobody fresher than my clique, and that will be made apparent by “Clique” by Kanye West, featuring Big Sean and Jay-Z playing in the background as we walk away from a dramatic explosion.

MaggiePATTERSON

In the short space of time you will have before your inevitable death, I recommend listening to “Ave Maria” by Franz Schubert, while meditating on the four noble truths and sacrificing a goat. There are no Photo by Wilhelm Rieder atheists in the trenches, and you should have all your bases covered.

EricaMALTZ

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best night ever.

I’m going to dance the night away with the song “2012 (The End of the World)” by Jay Sean. Screaming the words “I’m going to die” couldn’t sound more exciting than accompanied by a pop beat and cool dance moves. I’ll make Dec. 21 the

ToriFERNANDEZ

If the “Walking Dead” fans have their way, the world is going to end in zombies. And what better way to run for your life from the braineating dead than with Sleeping With Sirens’ “Dead Walker Texas Photo by Rise Ranger?” This song may be meant for Halloween, but in light of our impending doom, it would be a little less painful having my arm chewed off if I was listening to this song.

JarrodCARMAN

I know the end of the world is coming, and I have a plan. I’m going to live inside Walmart with my best friend Wilson, who may or may not be a volleyball. If I had to pick the perfect end-of-the-world song Photo by Syco Music for my new home (which I will dub Jarrod-mart), I would choose “What Makes You Beautiful” by One Direction. It’s really catchy and addicting, and no one else can make fun of me since, as a result of the apocalypse, all of you will be dead. On that note, Happy Holidays.

ENTERTAINMENT

Goodbye 2012, hello 2013 A year of protest, change and television sensations

couponing-toddler pageantteen mom loving rednecks. The crowning jewel, or gold medal rather, of this year’s TV shows goes to the Summer Olympics of 2012. Held in London, it featured and coined many new faces for the world to adore. Among these faces were English diver Tom Daley, American swimmer Ryan Lochte and Gymnastics’ Fab Five: Gabby Douglas, McKayla Maroney, Jordyn Weiber, Aly Raisman and Kayla Ross.

by MariaGrosso

he year 2012 has been subject to speculation for over a thousand years. Its reputation for holding our impending doom certainly did not put a damper on this year’s pop culture trends. Looking back on the last 12 months, 2012 has been home to a clash of milestones in music, movies, television and celebrity news.

Music

This year marked the rebirth of the “British Invasion,” a phenomenon started by Adele, who began the year by winning six Grammy Awards. Furthermore, British Photo by Seattle Pi pop sensation One Direction debuted their A policeman warns protesters not to post materials on private property during Cover the first album, “Up All Night,” at number one Night, an event to raise awareness for the Kony 2012 campaign. on the American music charts and took the directors Chris Miller and Phil Lord, making world by storm with their good looks and this year homage to old favorites. The much harmonies. Later, they released their second The iPhone app Instagram blew up, anticipated “Breaking Dawn Part 2” marked album, “Take Me Home,” which received good serving as a site for over 5 billion photos in the end of The Twilight Saga. “The Amazing reviews. Marina and The Diamonds released just over two years. Adult fiction sensation Spider Man” and “The Dark Knight Rises” her album “Electra Heart” and made the E.L James published the final two books continued their series in an exhilarating primadonna lifestyle acceptable again. Lana of her “Fifty Shades” trilogy. “The Hunger fashion. del Rey continued her rise to indie stardom Games” trilogy set off a frenzy in the with the release of previously Twilight dominated teen book her second studio market with the release of the movie based In celebrity news, the year was packed album “Born to on the books. Chinese author Mo Yan was with relationship problems. Kristen Die” continuing awarded the Nobel Prize in literature for his Stewart cheated on Robert Pattinson. her contemporary work with hallucinatory realism. The iPhone 5 Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez broke blues-rock was released featuring a 4-inch retina display, up, and left the throne open to the new ‘it’ style. This year, setting a new record for iPhone sales within couple: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. however, proved its first three days on Rap royalty was born this to be in favor the market. year when Blue Ivy Carter, of Azaleas: Iggy daughter to Beyoncé and Azalea and Azelia In the end, this Photo by Entertainment Weekly Jay-Z, was born. Britney Banks. Azalea year can be reduced Spears was able to make a One Direction basks in the glory of their fans and Banks, have after a record- breaking performance that comeback as a functioning to one single act of drawn the light sold out Madison Square Garden in three fervor: Kony 2012. member of society with seconds. to a new surge With open arms and the help of “The X-Factor.” of female rap with Azalea’s single “Murda wallets, we were Miley Cyrus got engaged to Bizness” and Banks’ mixtape “Fantasea.” The brought together by Liam Hemsworth, only to have new artists are expected to rise to the popular social media, in a a rebellious fit and cut off her scene by 2013. Frank Ocean debuted his first wave of activism that brunette locks to a tiny coiffure. Photo by The Washington Post studio album “Channel Orange,” a mix of made us feel able Finally, to everyone’s delight, his past R&B tones and a new found soul. Michael Phelps, 27, wins his 22nd medal at the Summer to make a change. Chad Kroeger of Nickleback and Olympics in London. Finally, South Korean sensation PSY imposed Ultimately we were Avril Lavigne got the catchiest foreign song and currently has duped of our money and robbed of our engaged. the most viewed YouTube video of all time, enthusiasm as reports of Jason Russell, co“Gangnam Style,” causing frenzies of leg founder of Invisible Children and creator of jerking and faux-lassoing across the nation. It is clear that TLC, Bravo and E! created the campaign, had a meltdown in a San Diego this year’s fascination for children’s pageants, suburb. This event brought a realization extreme couponing, bored wealthy house that we are many and yet we are one bound, In the world of cinema, there was wives and yet another season of Keeping Up by the laws of biology or by webs of the a resurgence of the classics. This was with the Kardashians. Ultimately this year of internet—we are the human race in full characterized by the 3D re-release of “Titanic,” television belongs to Alana Thompson (also bloom. g “Nemo,” “The Lion King” and “Monsters known as Honey Boo Boo) and her family of Inc.” “21 Jump Street” was re-worked by

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“California With Hana”

Katelyn Fay

by AlexandraLopez

hen you look at the work of visual senior Katelyn Fay, you usually see bright, bold colors. This is the case for Fay’s piece of art, “California with Hana,” which features three overlaid photos taken last year when Fay took pre-college classes at California College of the Arts. “The girl in the photo is someone I met at CCA,” Fay said. “We went to San Francisco on the weekends all the time. I overlaid them because I really liked this photo of her and I love San

Francisco’s architecture.” Once a digital media major, Fay uses her experience in the digital media department to incorporate her digital work into her visual pieces. Because of this, Fay’s work varies in different mediums—from printmaking to digital collages. She used Photoshop to manipulate the colors of the combined images. “I’m inspired by Hiroshi Manabe, an illustrator in the ‘70s. His work has very vibrant colors,” Fay said. “A lot of my work is based on things

I personally think are beautiful, combined in a way that’s aesthetically and visually pleasing.” Being at Dreyfoos has inspired Fay to stay involved in her art in the future. She is interested in studying Integrated Design or Fashion Design. “People in my class have definitely inspired me,” Fay said. “Older, graduated visual and digital media majors have inspired me to be as ambitious as I am with my work.” g