Trident Senior Issue (May/June 2014) by Trident

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We feel like someone should give us an “Over the Hill” card. Just kidding...Kind of. In all seriousness, graduating high school really does feel like we’ve overcome a huge obstacle. Graduating and getting into college is what we’ve been working towards for the past 18 years, and we can’t believe this chapter of our lives is already coming to a close. Next year, the Class of 2014 will be scattered across the world, taking life by the horns and having countless new experiences. It’s so weird to think that we have only a few more days of walking through hallways with all of our peers, hearing daily bell schedules, and parking next to all of our best friends. We can’t say that we’ll miss having attendance taken in every class, but leaving CdM will definitely be bittersweet, and to us, CdM will always be home. In our experience, until you see the Sea King pride in action, you don’t know how extraordinary CdM students really are. Don’t believe us? Just flip through this magazine to see the countless organizations, clubs, and activities CdM seniors were part of—from athletes (pg. 14) to artists (pg. 22)—and the endless school spirit they have displayed for the past six years. And, of course, the College Map is further proof that we’re kind of a big deal. And for that, as the Class of 2014, we’ve got immeasurable Sea King pride. Deuces,

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Common Stock

Senior Athletes

Recruited Athletes

Orch, Cheer, & Song

Drama Seniors

Senior Artists

Senior Week

Senior Musicians

Top Teachers

PAMA

Senior Jobs

Star Seniors

Scholarships

Senior Couples

Rushing

Senior Superlatives

Leaving Home

Valedictorians

Leadership Groups

Y&G & JSA

Community Service

Trident Senior Reflections

Staff Reflections

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Senior Projects

Senior Advice

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Senior Issue

CAMPUS LIFE

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seniOr PrOJeCt PHOtOs The seniors this year had a lot of fun with their projects. The variety of subjects was astounding, ranging from elephants to environmentally friendly fashion.

Brett Schisler did his senior project on the development of elephants.

Many seniors choose their projects based on their future careers.

Jeff Yokoyama pictured in his local shop

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seniOr PrOJeCts

The Final Fight for the Senior Class

eople often considered the end of AP testing a turning point for the year. After the grueling tests, everything started to wind down, especially for seniors. In reality, the year was far from over. Senior projects were the last big task for second semester seniors, and often represented unprecedented amounts of work despite the stereotype. The project was meant to allow seniors to research whatever they wanted. Seniors obtained a mentor and followed them in order to learn the ropes of their career. In addition, seniors wrote a research paper on a unique subject or question that connected to their topic. Senior Sophia Forino described her project as a paper researching “how it’s easier for upcoming music artists to gain popularity due to at-home recording programs and social media, but in order to maintain a successful career they must eventually hire managers.” For her mentorship she “took some concert production classes at USC, assisted a venue manager and shadowed the director of booking at the Honda Center.” Forino said that she “learned a lot about the importance of live music and how it’s become the money maker of the music industry. I also learned a lot about the future possibilities of live music with advancing technology.”

None of the senior projects were alike, and seniors chose a variety of mentors that did all sorts of jobs. Senior Nick Willard shadowed a news reporter for local station KCAL 9. “I learned a lot from [Michele Giles]. She taught me the process of creating a story by taking me all over Orange County.” Senior Alex Ivory also garnered much information from her mentor. Saying that she “learned how fashion designer Jeff Yokoyama incorporated his passion for sustainability into his products.” Alex demonstrated how her mentor’s occupation directly correlated with her research paper. Ivory described how “each product in the designer’s brands Yoki’s Garden and Yokishop are made from recovered or recycled materials.” Ivory was able to assist Yokoyama with his clothing and even created her own line to be sold in the shop. Alex Ivory echoed the sentiment of many seniors when she cited how the project “really gave [her] an insight into the working world. [She] was fascinated by her mentor, and could take the knowledge she gained to any job.” Seniors throughout CdM had an important experience working on, and eventually presenting, their projects to a panel of teachers and parents. The valuable insight they gained helped prepare them for the rest of their lives.

article by Connor Mickelsen photos by Common Stock & Bill Eddy (Bottom Left)

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ZeniOr WeeK

A Good End to an Even Better Beginning

enior Week was a week of wonderful festivities to conclude the high school careers of the senior class of the 2013-2014 school year. This year, Senior Week took place from Monday, June 16 to Thursday June 19. All of the seniors enjoyed their last week as “Zeniors” doing different activities and preparing for graduation, unlike the rest of CdM who took their final exams and testing. The first day of the fun-filled week began in the small gym, where most of the students started as “Sevies” in middle school P.E. The Breakfast Social took place from 8:00 to 10:00AM. Breakfast consisted of bagels and donuts for everyone. Then, they somehow managed to not get cream cheese fingers on their new caps and gowns that were handed out. To conclude to what was probably the best Monday of the year for the seniors--yearbook signing. Day two was the senior lunch catered by Maggiano’s Italian Restaurant. Seniors enjoyed a classic Italian-American lunch while watching a slideshow of pictures from their senior year. Then, they received a DVD copy of the pictures and their senior shirts, which were worn on Grad-Night. Seniors were encouraged to invite their favorite teacher to accompany them to the lunch, and show their appreciation. Wednesday was the iconic Disneyland trip! Starting at 9AM seniors took a bus to the happiest place on Earth, then returned around 6 PM. Senior Colin Baker said, “My favorite part of senior week would probably

be Disneyland, because I went there a ton when I was a kid and it’ll be awesome for the entire class to go together!” They will be going at a discount price of $120. Thursday—the last day a graduating senior was considered “a student of Corona del Mar High School.” Graduation practice began at 8:30 at the football field. Once everyone had an idea of where to walk, what to say, and how to pose…it’s time for the real thing at 4:00 when seniors met at the tennis courts, dressed in their caps and gowns. “I’m excited to finish school and move on to the next step of my life,” said senior Sabrina Smith. All the late nights choosing an AP Spanish study guide over eating dinner, the nerve-racking hours spent starring at Schooloop and hoping Bs turn into A’s, and stressing over the drama that had become irrelevant paid off for this one moment, the moment when you have a single piece of paper, rolled up in ribbon, which represented all you’d been working for the past four years of your life. “I feel like we should really take advantage of the time we have left with our friends, and also spend time focusing on our goals for college,” said senior Cameron Davis. Senior week was like a grand finale for the show known as high school. It’s a special way to relax and end the school year on a positive note. It also represented togetherness as a student body, and better yet, a grade. Everyone had different plans for after high school, but everyone could bond over this one last week of pure fun. Thank you to ASB and the senior oﬃcers for this memorable week.

Monday: Caps,

Gowns, and Breakfast

Tuesday: Maggiano’s Luncheon

Wednesday: A Day at Disney

Thursday: Bye Bye Seniors!

article by Sophie Ganion photos by www.vvng.com & www.chicagonow.com

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TEACHERS WHO CHALLENGE YOU THE MOST... ...Care the Most!

eachers play a fundamental role in shaping what happens in a classroom. According to Jere Brophy, a leading researcher on student motivation and effective teaching, “Student motivation to learn is an acquired competence developed through general experience but stimulated most directly through modeling, communication of expectations, and direct instruction or socialization by others (especially parents or teachers).” Instilling a love of learning is key, but demanding attention is even more so. Kids can tell when a teacher doesn’t expect anything from them, and they will act accordingly. Teachers who expect more, get more. Psychologist K. Anders Ericsson is well known for his research showing that true proficiency requires about 10,000 hours of practice, an idea elaborated on by Malcolm Gladwell in his book “Outliers.” Teachers who vary teaching methods, who offer challenging relevant assignments and who offer options in the class help to create a deeper understanding. Another finding from Ericsson’s same study is equally important: True expertise requires teachers who give “constructive, even painful, feedback.” Dr. Ericsson also assessed research on top performers in fields ranging from music to math to medicine to computer programming to chess. And he found that all of them “deliberately picked unsentimental coaches who would challenge them and drive them to higher levels of performance.” Teachers who challenge us also create moderate stress, but the kind of stress that promotes resilience. Being challenged makes us stronger and makes us stretch ourselves which means we learn more. Being in a comfort zone leads to complacency and does not promote learning or trying new things. Of course, rising to the demands of a more challenging teacher requires grit, defined as passion and perseverance for long-term goals. Grit has proven to be a better gauge of success than SAT scores and talent. So, it seems, there is something to be said about a teacher who is demanding. Tough teachers teach more, writes Joanne Lipman in the Wall Street Journal. Lipman is co-author, with Melanie Kupchynsky, of “Strings Attached: One Tough Teacher and the Gift of Great Expectations.” Her reference point is related to her former orchestra conductor, a “fierce Ukrainian immigrant” named Jerry Kupchynsky. Lipman writes, ”There is something to be said about a teacher who is demanding and tough not because he thinks students will never learn but because he is so absolutely certain that they will.”

According to the seniors of the Class of 2014, CdM’s most challenging teachers include Ms. Topping (who teaches sophomore and senior advanced English), Ms. Quesnell (who teaches all levels of junior English), and Mr. May (who teaches AP Calculus AB). Students greatly benefit from a challenging teacher.

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article & photos by Rourke Funke

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seniOr JOBs

Are They Working Hard or Hardly Working? Maddy Lanfried

Jack Thompson

Daniel Wolski

“I work as a personal stylist assistant for about 13 personal stylists at Nordstrom Fashion Island. I help people put together outfits to buy and re-vamp their wardrobe.”

“I am a sailing coach and I teach kids how to race sailboats. The program goes through the majority of the summer, but I also work with kids more seriously in summer.”

“The ferry is a really cool work environment, and all my coworkers are super chill. You meet all kinds of people when you’re working, and you get to know the locals.”

Nordstrom

Sam Younesi

Lido Isle Yacht Club

Marissa Fink

Johnny’s Pizza

City of Newport Beach

“When I work, I am usually prepping pizzas in the kitchen and making sure things run smoothly. I collect deposits while going over all the sales reports as well as product reports. Sometimes, I also take care of payroll.”

“I serve as a Recreation Leader. I lead youth sports and after school programs at the Community Youth Center in CdM, work for the City’s Summer Day Camp, and lead campers on various trips.”

Balboa Island Ferry

Hannah Bagdasar Summer House

“I am a hostess at Summer House on PCH. Gracie Otterbein and I are responsible for seating everyone and all the take out orders. It’s given me lots of experience dealing with customers—it’s a really great job!”

photos by Lauren Lamm

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With tuition skyrocketing in recent years, scholarships are a great way to make a college education affordable.

$CHOlArsHiP$

Making Success Possible and Probable

rom purely academic to wacky and odd (try the Potato Industry Scholarship), scholarships help students reach their college and professional goals. This year, 32 percent of CdM seniors got a scholarship with their school, while about 18% of CdM students got scholarships not aﬃliated with their chosen university. Scholarships can often make or break a person’s college career. Providing financial aid in exchange for good performances in school or sport is a great bargain for passionate high school seniors. Whether a university offers a scholarship or not also makes a difference in choosing which college to attend. Students often vie for the logical option: go to the school that will practically pay for them to be there. Scholarships lessen student loans, which comes in handy with this job market and economy. The main reason to major in a less enjoyable subject is to be able to pay back college loans and provide for the future. Scholarships allow people to make their own choices based on what they love, with money as a funder instead of an issue. Academic scholarships are like the default when you think of scholarships. It’s as simple as it sounds: colleges or certain organizations reward students with money for college if the students performed exceptionally in academics and on the assumption that they will continue to do so in college. Most of

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these scholarships have a minimum required GPA, so if you have one of these, we’re pretty sure you are, but make sure you stay on top of your classes. Extremely common at CdM, athletic scholarships are probably the second most diﬃcult to obtain. In football and basketball, two of the most competitive scholarship sports, competition is fierce and you better be too. A minimum GPA is usually required, but it is usually much lower than one for an academic scholarship. Popular sports scholarships our seniors have been given are in water polo, soccer, and track, as well as many more. What sets CdM students over the bar besides their stunning athleticism is their amazing grades. CdM students double as amazing athletes and academic students. This allows the students of CdM to get into top-notch colleges and compete in division one sports. Several scholarships are based on ethnicity as well. Funds exist for practically every minority out there, and most people who fit the ethnicity can qualify for at least a small amount of money, which can always go the distance. Whatever the scholarship is for, the financial aid is undeniably invaluable to young adult’s education. Being able to be gifted money for a certain gift in academics, sports, or a unique talent not only inspires people’s confidence, but also allows them to achieve their full potential by attending college. Scholarships may be tiresome in applying for, but they can make a difference for the rest of your life.

article by Elizabeth A. Greenberg photo by Cdn.BlACKenterPrise.COM

RUSHING A

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JOininG GreeK liFe HAs its UPs And dOWns bout 60% of our seniors plan on joining the Greek Life by rushing at the start of their freshman year in college. While sororities and fraternities are notorious for massive parties and hazing, they also provide an off campus atmosphere where camaraderie is key. They pose both a distraction to studying and a fun escape from the stress of college classes. “I’m am going to rush for sure. It seems like a really fun time and from what I’ve heard it makes your college experience that much more exciting. I plan to rush them all and see where I best fit,” said senior Amanda Perez. Being a part of the Greek Life definitely has its benefits. Besides the obvious brotherly/sisterly atmosphere, the connections you make in a fraternity or sorority are often life long, often providing an advantage in the job market and several helping hands for the future. Not to mention it looks good on a job résumé. “By being a part of a sorority it will enable me to meet new friends and bond with other people in my grade. I’m so excited and can’t wait to rush,” said senior Charlotte Boyse. Several Greek organizations have a minimum GPA requirement, encouraging members to obtain and keep good grades. Community service is a huge

article by Elizabeth A. Greenberg & Hyun Sung photos from Facebook

part of Greek life, so if you thought the mandatory forty hours of community service was fun, the Greek life might be for you. Housing is also a perk; most Greek housing is less expensive than the dorms and apartments at the university. Plus you get to share a house with people that share a common interest.

However, the Greek life isn’t perfect. Most frats and sororities have membership fees, some up front and annual. Another bill added on to your already staggering college expenses. Now, parties are fun, and for some, it’s the reason to go to a college and join a

fraternity or sorority. But according to a college study by the Harvard School of Public Health, “Four out of five members of Greek life were binge drinkers,” fastweb.com said. Drinking too much and getting black out drunk can cause a person to be sexually harassed, a huge problem on college campuses, develop alcohol poisoning causing damage to your body, or even not wake up at all. Parties are fun, and college should be fun, but don’t put yourself in danger. If you succumb easily to peer pressure, Greek life might not be good (or healthy) choice for you. The highly publicized and even more highly scrutinized process of hazing provides the Greek life with a negative connotation for some. In 44 out or 50 states, strict antihazing laws and anti-hazing policies utilized by Greek chapters keep this horrific Greek tradition at bay, but in some cases, it still exists. Hazing is more serious than just public humiliation to please the ruling members of a fraternity or sorority, it can cause some serious physical and physiological damage, and in rare but still existent cases, death. On a happier note, the transition from high school to college can be tricky to figure out, and the Greek life can provide much needed assistance. If you do plan on rushing next fall, choose a chapter that is right for you, and make sure that you will be able to not only have fun but also be a successful college student.

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leAVinG HOMe

Getting Ready to Depart From the Nest

eaving home can be one of the most intimidating yet exhilarating experiences a newly graduated senior can endure. It opens up endless possibilities to create fresh impressions and new connections. Although it may be tough for seniors to leave behind the city in which many of them spent their whole life, college often provides an entirely new and fresh perspective. “I’m beyond excited to leave home so I can finally experience adulthood. I am going to miss my family and some friends but moving to New York is going to be absolutely wonderful. There will be no regrets,” said senior Annie Yang who will be attending Syracuse University in the fall. After spending many years in sunny Southern California, moving to the East Coast will be a big change for certain students in the Class of 2014. Even students who aren’t headed for the East Coast will probably experience weather changes in their new city of residence. Senior Danny Robertson is preparing to adjust to the different climate in Connecticut, where he will be attending Wesleyan University.

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“It may be intimidating to travel so far from my family, but it’s something that everyone has to do eventually – it’s part of growing up. I’ll definitely miss the In-NOut and warm weather in Newport Beach, though,” said Robertson.

“Getting out of the ‘bubble’ is going to be an incredible eye-opener” — Blake Henson

Although some seniors aren’t moving that far away from their homes, going to college is still a big change. Whether a senior goes to University of California, Irvine or The American University of Paris, there are many adjustments that go along with going to college. “Even though I’m going to be close to home, I’m not necessarily planning to visit more often than I would if I were going far away,” said senior Ann Kim who plans

Seniors pack up their belongings and get ready to leave home. Whether a senior is attending college in California or Paris, moving is a big change.

to attend University of California, Los Angeles in the fall. Newport Beach has so much to offer, but so does the rest of the world. Leaving home will give student a different perspective on how life works, and let them step into a different situation. “I’m really excited to leave for college in the fall. It’s going to be a big change, but I think that it’ll be an amazing experience! Newport Beach has always been my home and I can’t begin to explain how blessed I am to have grown up here, but I think getting out of the ‘bubble’ is going to be an incredible eye-opener to a whole different world,” said senior Blake Henson who has committed to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. It may be strange for seniors to leave their friends and family, but college allows for students to make a new family. The commonality among students at the same school allows for a sense of togetherness and community. “I’m so excited to be leaving for college in Texas and to experience something new but I’m going to miss home a lot! The things I’m saddest about leaving are my close friends, family, and the beach,” said senior Charlotte Boyse. Leaving home doesn’t mean saying goodbye forever; it’s just a “see you later.” article by Maddie Tenebaum photo by Rafah Ali

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honors or awards they have received. This is especially valuable for underclassmen, because by the time students reach senior year, it becomes increasingly diﬃcult to remember every activity they have partaken in for the past four years. Keeping a list would simplify the college application process greatly. “Get started early. Don’t get behind freshman year, because you’ll regret it when you hear back from colleges,” said senior AJ Sanchez. Simplifying the college process helps immensely, because in all reality, most seniors complete their college applications during first semester (up until the very last second). However, the seniors remarked that the first semester of senior year was unexpectedly diﬃcult and demanding (academically). Many expected first semester to be a breeze, but found that senior year was just as tough as other years until second semester. And senioritis, coupled with academics and college apps, can be a lethal condition. But before applying to colleges, one must decide which to apply to! Some seniors recommended visiting as many schools as possible; they found that just being on campus and seeing the student body in action was a good indication of whether one would enjoy that school or not. Though visiting during the summer helps, is especially helpful to see the school in session, and to talk to current students on campus about their experience. This gives the prospective applicant a good idea as to who their peers will be, should they attend that school. Even visiting a school that one doesn’t like is helpful, because it gives them a cue as to what they look for in a school, and what they are attracted to. The advantage to visiting schools before applying to them is that applicants know that they like any

Graduating Seniors Offer CdM Students Advice

igh school is like a life of its own— especially at CdM, since we are a middle and high school combined. By the time graduation rolls around, many seniors have been at CdM for six years, though it feels like an entire life experience. This year, the Class of 2014 dished out some valuable advice to CdM students about their experiences, so prospective seniors and underclassmen, listen up! Firstly, the seniors strongly (and inevitably) recommended that incoming seniors start their college applications early, perhaps even as early as the beginning of the summer. Since most juniors have time during the summer, thinking about their most impactful experiences or distinguishing qualities would be a valuable investment of time. Even if juniors don’t physically write their essays, just brainstorming topics by looking at old college prompts would be extremely helpful, because most prompts run along the same lines, and are equally dreadful. Starting your college apps early and finishing them early is particularly helpful in case there are any technical diﬃculties, as there were problems with CommonApp this year. “Complete your college applications at the beginning of the summer,” said senior Melissa Cohen. “Your life will be so much less stressful.” Furthermore, seniors recommended making a running list of all the activities one has participated in, as well as any

of the schools they got into, rather than eliminating schools after getting into them. However, some seniors expressed a word of caution in visiting schools: not to fall in love with any one school, particularly an extremely selective school. Seniors found that this makes the college decision process diﬃcult, because if one doesn’t get into their top choice, everything else seems like a compromise. But obviously, prospective applicants must express interest in the schools they apply to; to combat this, seniors recommended choosing schools of various selectivity. Having a good mix of reach schools, normal schools, and safety schools that one is interested in can ensure that the applicant will be happy regardless of the outcome of college decisions. Finally, on the home front, seniors recommended actually going to class. This may seem like a no-brainer, but grades slip easily during senior year; many seniors forget that they still must send their grades to colleges. To keep on track with attendance, some recommended not turning in the form to sign yourself out until after AP tests, when academics are less hectic and some classes come to a lull. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, some seniors regretted worrying excessively stressful aspects of high school, because they found that in hindsight, these were not as important as they seemed at the time. Though academics, sports, and extracurricular activities often take priority, seniors found that it is important to take a break every once in a while. “Roughly 99% of the things you worry about now will seem very silly to you, given enough time,” senior Cayla Yasukochi said. Ultimately, it’s important to just remember that our time at CdM with all our best friends and peers is limited, and to take advantage of that fact. “Make the most of your senior year. It goes by too quickly,” remarked senior Nick Willard. So, to future CdM students, work hard and stay on track with your college applications, but don’t forget to take a breath of fresh air, look around at the beautiful city we live in, and play hard— not too hard, though.

article & photo by Rafah Ali

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CAMPUS LIFE

seniOr AtHletes Girls’ WAterPOlO Kampbell Gritsch (Boston University), Marina Coskinas (University of Southern California) Annie Mortimer (University of Michigan), Bobbi Hoose (OCC)

BOYs’ WAterPOlO Wade Munger (University of Texas), Matt Sherburne (UC Berkeley), Ryan Hamm (Northern Arizona University), Alec Barber (OCC), Kyle Rodewald (Gannon University), Logan Piper (OCC), Ryan Greenwald (Johns Hopkins University), Charlie Rodosky (UCSB), Jay Neiger (UCSB), Kirby Morrow (Redlands)

Girls’ Volleyball

BOYs’ And Girls’ sWiM Back: Matt Sherburne (UC Berkeley), Wade Munger (University of Texas), Jay Neiger (UCSB), Charlie Rodosky (UCSB), Drew Caban (FSU), Logan Piper (OCC), Liam Karas (Princeton), Kyle Rodewald (Gannon University) Front: Olivia DiMascio (undecided) , Stephanie Samuaro (University of Nevada, Las Vegas), Kampbell Gritsch (Boston University), Annie Mortimer (University of Michigan), Bobbi Hoose (OCC), Marina Coskinas (University of Southern California), Makenna Fanning (Chapman)

sOFtBAll

BOYs’ And Girls’ sUrFinG

Mylie Wilson(OCC), Karley Johnston (OCC), Amanda Penna (University of Oregon)

Andrew Boukather (Cal Poly SLO), Ally O’Malley (UC Berkeley), Drew Caban (FSU), Shane MacGilfrey (OCC)

Jules Pouch (SMU), Hannah Bagdasar (UC Berkeley), Anatasia Colombo (Northern Arizona University)

BOYs’ VOlleYBAll Andrew Boukather (Cal Poly SLO), Brett Schisler (SMU), Tommy Casey (OCC), Joey Martino (UCSB), Tommy Brooks (UCLA), Jack Molnar (Cal Poly SLO)

BOYs’ BAseBAll

A.J. Sanchez (Concordia University, Texas), Sam Younesi (University of Southern California), Baron Schwarz (undecided), Ryan Pierce (Auburn University), Trent Dill (UC Berkeley), Nolan McCarthy (University of Texas), Tyler Duncan (Yale), Brett Olson (Auburn University), Blake Schneekluth (Concordia University, Irvine), Derrick Fryer (Auburn University), Austin Bernard (University of Kansas), Wyatt Zalewski (CU Boulder)

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BOYs’ sOCCer

Back: Jake Kim (NYU), Stonor Boyse (University of Arizona), Liam Stimpson (NYU), Max Premer (uofWashington), Cameron Davis (University of Arizona), Mason Garell (Wheaton), Andrew Francini (University of Southern California), John O’Connor (University of Michigan), Jared Daniels (University of Texas), Daniel McCabe (Cal Poly SLO), Tommy Casey (OCC) , Jay Damon (Tulane University), Matthew Elmajan (TCU), Alec Taketa (Cornell), Kevin Taheri (University of Michigan), Andy Paulsen(Auburn University). Front: Nate Pozin (UC Berkeley), Jessi DiGiovanni (Tulane University), Blake Sudeck (CU Boulder), Camden Blower (University of Arizona), Brandon Huang (Penn State), Sorob Wadood (IVC), Ryan Cargile (University of Southern California).

Girls’ sOCCer

Miranda Stiver (Ohio State University), Jayden Smith (Auburn University), Molly Keasey (Michigan State University), Makena Look (OCC), Kendall Mulvaney (University of Denver), Sabrina Roy (SMU)

Girls’ lACrOsse

Pictured: Katie Scott (Boise State University), Kate Allen (Ohio State University), Kacie Kline (University of Southern California), Kendall Mulvaney (University of Denver), Sofia Van Cleve (UCLA), Jamie Smith (Northern Arizona University), Taryn Beaufort (TCU)

BOYs’ lACrOsse

Jay Damon (Tulane University), Daniel McCabe (Cal Poly SLO), Kaden Ebbinga (University of Arizona)

FOOtBAll BOYs’ WrestlinG Back: Chris Croxton (Auburn University), Adam Reines (Drexel University), Kaden Ebbinga (University of Arizona) Front: Brian Goldstone (Emory University), a Hosteler (Cal Poly SLO) Not pictured: Austin Bernard (University of Kansas)

eQUestriAn Spencer Knowlton (Cal Poly SLO)

Back: Gio Gentosi (UCLA), Luke Napolitano (USD), Ian Redman (Cal Poly SLO), Mark Manchester (SMU), Braden Brahs (SMU), Quinn Bassler (University of Southern California) Second: Michael Pierotti (Santa Clara University), Matthew Deverian (OCC), Sam Denning (University of Alabama), Charlie Griﬃn (University of Texas), Alex Moore (University of Southern California), Brett Olson (Auburn University) Front: Stonor Boyse (University of Arizona), Jesse DiGiovanni (Tulane University), Dale Peffer (CU Boulder), Connor Sage (OCC), Jack Ewles (Grand Canyon University)

Thank you to everybody who helped us compile these photos.

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CHeer And sOnG Back: Shelby Ivey (University of Southern California), Olivia Decero (University of Southern California), Lauren Hanour (SMU), Payton Gronnerud (University of Alabama), Christina Nelson (SMU), Amanda Perez (University of Southern Carolina) Front: Hailey Ware (SMU), Ashleigh Doezie (OCC), Charlotte Boyse (SMU), Jessica Thaler (University of Alabama), Veronica Varol (OCC), Alex Langel (Boise State University), Ashley Meyers (University of Southern Carolina)

OrCHesis Lilana Dawidoff (Chapman), Marit Vangrow (Colgate), Olivia Peterson (Boston University), Jessy Berman (Tulane University), Daphne Janes (UCLA), Brielle Socoloske (University of Texas)

BOYs’ tennis Shane Silver (University of Arizona), Carson Williams (Undecided), Josh Kliger (Bryant University), Derek Nguyen (UCLA), Jeremy Chen (University of Michigan), Allen Chen (University of Southern California), Samme Aboubakare (University of Michigan)

Girls’ tennis Lauren Thaxter (UCLA), Ashley Kayl (CU Boulder), Kimmia Nasseh (Cal Poly Pomona), Jamie Adamson (University of Kansas), Robin Caston (LMU), Gigi Gill (University of Arizona), Lily Goddard (UCLA), Kenzie Percifull (UCLA, Karina Ryabokonova (IVC)

BOYs’ BAsKetBAll Back: Quinn Bassler (University of Southern California), Robby Bracho (OCC?), Kevin Manchester (SMU) Front: Blake Flamson (University of Arizona), Tyler Lopp (Trinity College), Jeff Johnston(University of Arizona), Connor Sage (Menlo College)

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Girls’ BAsKetBAll Kate Thompson (University of Arizona), Keaton Gaughan (University of Portland), Chanel Wosoughkia (Santa Barbara City College)

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BOYs’ CreW

Dominic Pardini (UCLA), Connor Rogers (Purdue), Alexander Asdourian (University of Southern California), Chris King (Yale), Nick Catranis (UC Berkeley)

Girls’ CreW Meagan Smith (University of Washington), Sara Clark (University of Washington), Elizabeth Russell (UC Berkeley)

BOYs’ trACK

Spencer Kieth (Colorado State University), Matt Hurst (Harvard), Alex Wilde (SMU), A.J. Fischer (University of Wyoming)

Girls’ CrOss COUntrY And trACK Emily Glenn (University of Oregon), Ellen Naurse (University of Pennsylvania)

BOYs’ CrOss COUntrY Alex Wilde (SMU), Spencer Kieth (Colorado State University)

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Girls’ GOlF

BOYs’ GOlF

Meagan Smith (University of Washington), Sara Clark (University of Washington), Elizabeth Russell (UC Berkeley)

Taylor Daoust (), Kelley King ()

Drew Hanson (), Karick Brown (University of Washington), Hale Furey (Harvard University)

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NATIONAL LETTER of

INTENT

Signed Senior Athletes National Letter of Intent is an agreement which binds a student athlete to a National Letter of Intent member institution. These seniors commit to attending the NLI aďŹ&#x192;liated school full-time for at least one academic year. The school in return provides athletic financial aid for one academic year. This year, 19 seniors signed with NLI.

Sara Clark

Nick Catranis

Joshua Kliger

Miranda Stiver

Matt Sherburne

Marina Coskinas

Crew University of Washington

Kendall Mulvaney Soccer University of Denver

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Soccer Oregon State University

Crew UC Berkeley

Water Polo UC Berkeley

Tennis Bryant University

Water Polo University of Southern California

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Tyler Duncan Baseball Yale University

Hale Furey

Golf Harvard University

Mason Garell

Soccer Wheaton University

Giovanni Gentosi

Liam Karas

Chris King

Kirby Morrow

Annie Mortimer

Football UCLA

Swim Princeton University

Rowing Yale University

Water Polo University of Redlands

Water Polo University of Michigan

Brett Olson

Meagan Smith

Kenzie Purcifull

Elizabeth Russell

Baseball Auburn University

Crew University of Washington

Tennis UCLA

Crew UC Berkeley

photos by Suhaa Dada

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CHeer & sOnG seniOrs

Cheer and Song takes the movie stereotype of cheering at football games to a whole new level. Their intense routines involve skillful stunts, dynamic dances, and school spirit that tie it all together, bringing spirit to every rally and sports game. This year, Cheer had a squad of 24 and Song had 14, for a grand total of a 38-girl, hard working “Chong” team. “I can say on behalf of all of cheer and song that this year was the most fun and memorable. I’m so proud to call these ladies my teammates and can’t wait to see what they’ll become in the future!” said senior Shelby Ivey. We will miss the seniors’ vigor and energy in next years’ rallies!

Back: Shelby Ivey (University of Southern California), Olivia DeCero (University of Southern California), Lauren Hanour (SMU), Payton Gronnerud (U of Alabama), Christina Nelson (SMU), Amanda Perez (University of South Carolina). Front: Haley Ware (SMU), Ashleigh Doezie (OCC), Charlotte Boyse (SMU), Jessica Thaler (U of Alabama), Veronica Varol (OCC), Alex Langel (Boise State), Ashley Meyers (University of South Carolina).

Every CdM student has seen the crowd go absolutely wild when Orchesis performs for the rallies. Orchesis is Corona del Mar’s most intricate dance team. They perform all styles of dance throughout the year, with precise and detailed choreography and music choice. There were 20 dancers that made up this elite team this year, with five passionate seniors to lead the way. Senior Jessica Berman said, “My last year has been really special. I’m so lucky to have gotten to share it with a great group of girls.” The seniors have greatly enjoyed their time in Orchesis, and they will be greatly missed!

OrCHesis seniOrs

Pictured: Liliana Dawidoff (Chapman), Marit Vangrow (Colgate), Olivia Peterson (Boston University), Jessica Berman (Tulane University), Daphne Janes (UCLA), Brielle Socoloske (University of Texas).

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A M A R

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Jacqueline Colgate

Alexandria Ivory Caleigh Wells

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University of Southern California

Maia Mohammadi Chapman

Michael Hausam

Diana Place

Austin Community College

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seniOr Artists Adrianna Cremo University of Arizona Major: Fine Arts Favorite medium: prismacolor color pencils Inspiration: “The earth without art is just eh” –Anonymous

Taylor Daoust University of California, Santa Barbara Major: Materials Engineering Favorite media: acrylic, ball point pen Inspiration: “Do what you want and say what you feel because those who matter don’t mind and those who mind don’t matter.” –Dr. Seuss

Artists’ photos by Elizabeth A. Greenberg Layout by Emma Sung

Haylee Sterling University of Maine at Farmington Major: Psychology Favorite media: paint Inspiration: “My brother has always inspired me, and my favorite quote by him is ‘yummy in my tummy.’”

Hayley McMillen Humble State University Major: Undeclared Favorite media: Prisma color pencils Inspiration: “My mother always said I was an unusual girl and that I had the soul of a chameleon.” Colin Baker Cal State Fullerton Major: Undeclared Favorite media: watercolor, pen, paint, multimedia Inspiration: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” –Psalm 119:105

Jaime Kingkade San Francisco State University Major: Biology Favorite media: sharpie, pen Inspiration: “Stand up for what you believe, even when no one’s on your side.” –Unknown

Caleigh Wells University of Southern California Major: Music Favorite media: multimedia Inspiration: “I never paint my dreams or nightmare, I only paint my own reality.” –Frida Kahlo

Sofia Van Cleve University of California, Los Angeles Major: International Development Studies Favorite media: Oil, watercolor gesso Inspiration: “Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.”

Caterina Cusumano Central Saint Martins Major: Fashion Design Favorite media: oil paint Inspiration: “Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” –Rachel Zoe

Jessica Birn School of Art Institute of Chicago Major: Art History, Fine Arts Favorite media: Prismacolor color pencils Inspiration: ;)

Cole Friedman University of Arizona Major: Arts Favorite medium: Adobe programs Inspiration: “Stay abstract.”

Shelby Ivey University of Southern California Major: Arts Favorite medium: color pencils Inspiration: “I paint because I need to.” –Frida Kahlo

Makena Look Orange Coast College Major: Education Favorite medium: oil painting Inspiration: “Believe with all your heart that you will do what you were made to do.” –Orison Swelt Marden

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SENIOR MUSICIANS

Seniors That Rock the CdM Campus

Madrigals Left to Right: Maia Mohammadi (Chapman), Lauren Hartog (Cal Poly SLO), Christian Friere (LMU), Caleigh Wells (University of Southern California), Asha Hardy (Cal Poly Pomona). Not Pictured: Cayla Yasukochi (University of Southern California)

Point Loma Pictured: Nate Pozin (UC Berkeley), Kyle Mohan (UCSC), Andrew Francini (USC)

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Orchestra

Kiyoshi Sera (George Washington College)

Drum Line

Pictured: Mitchell Simon (Point Loma Nazarene College), Terra Osterberg (Wake Forest University)

Concert Band

Pictured: Ryan Stevenson & Armaan Patel (UCI)

Jazz Ensemble

Pictured: Jean-Paul Nguyen (Milwaukee School of Engineering), Ryan Stevenson, Liliana Dawidoff (Chapman), Armaan Patel (UC I)

photos by Kyle Rodewald & Nick Snyder

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PAMA s eniOrs CdM’s Artsy Kids

PAMA seniors: (not in order) Megan Crane, Andrea Fletcher, Kelly King, Elyse Ford, Madison Crane, Brooke Schulte, Shelby Gaulter, Christian Freire, Tiffany Zahabi, Haylee Sterling, Hayley McMillen, Yasamin Ghodsbin, Jaime Kingkade, Maddie Gomes, Maia Mohammadi, Diana Place, Jessica Brim, Callie Peterson, Katie Donahue, Colin Baker, Freedom Freeman, Nicola DiPaolo, Tayler Peterson, Caleigh Wells, Cole Friedman, Adrianna Cremo, Makenna Look

he Performing Arts and Multimedia Academy allows its members to express their artistry through a pathway specific to them. In their annual Pammy’s, an award show spinoff of the Grammy’s, students are able to win awards for an artistic piece that they’ve worked on in the year. This year is possibly the last time PAMA will hold the Pammy’s as the program will be undergoing large changes starting next fall. For the past several years, PAMA has been implemented in English class where students can express their artistic interests through reports and projects. Next year, however, the students in the PAMA

program will have a different schedule than usual. Rather than have the PAMA students in the same grade all share one English class, it is being changed so that they will take a class that relates to their art pathway. For example, if a student in this program is interested in film, then they will take a course in film. Because of this change in PAMA, many current students will not be a part of the program they are accustomed to today. The students will be more separated because they will not all share one class like they have been doing in English. Senior Shelby Gaulter, PAMA’s president, has helped plan the Pammy’s, lead meetings, and arrange field trips along with the rest of PAMA leadership. “This year has been such a great experience,” Gaulter said.

The Performing Arts and Multimedia Academy has been working together this year to inspire one another and create art specific to their pathway. “PAMA has really helped me channel my artistic creativity. The curriculum is geared towards enhancing students that are artistically oriented, and it does a great job,” said senior Caleigh Wells. Some seniors in PAMA have been part of the program since freshman year while others have only been part of it for a few years. No matter how long those in PAMA have been involved in the program, this last year is special to many as they will be parting a group of artistic individuals who have all gotten to know one another through PAMA activities and continuous meetings and projects.

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article & photos by Victoria Hill

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trident stArs:

Always Show Sea King Pride

o select the Trident Stars, teachers, administrators and staff nominated seniors. From the master list of nominees, voting for the top students who showed qualities of the Sea King pride took place. The seniors on this list showed Sea King pride through their participation in programs offered at school. Kevin Conde participated in Academic Decathalon and JSA while Shelby Gualter displayed her leadership skills as president of

the Performing Arts and Multi-media Academy. Natalie Croul and Brad Hostetler helped organize school events in ASB. Ellen Naruse and Caleigh Wells used their singing voices to entertain, whereas Elizabeth Russell represented the Sea Kings in Youth & Governement. Daniel Robertson lent his skills to ASB and JSA while Cayla Yasukochi participated in National Honors Society. Ultimately, these students were allaround good people.

Kevin Conde

Natalie Croul

Shelby Gualter

Brad Hostetler

Ellen Naruse

Daniel Robertson

Elizabeth Russell

Caleigh Wells

Cayla Yasukochi

article by Laura Holk photos by P. S. S Imaging

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seniOr COUPles

I Now Pronounce You Boyfriend and Girlfriend These senior couples have been in a relationship for six months or longer.

Kacie Kline (USC) & Camden Blower (U of A)

Sara Peterka (College of the Desert) & Stonor Boyse (U of A)

Nate Pozin (UC Berkeley) & Jules Pouch (SMU)

Reed Osterberg (SMCC) & Lauren Thaxter (UCLA)

11 months, staying together

1 year, breaking up but eventually getting married

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10 months, staying together

11 months, staying together

Jayden Smith (Auburn) & Chase Jackson (Emory) 2 years, staying together

Ashley Kayl (Boulder) & Kody Wensley (SBCC) 10 months, staying together

Shelby Ivey (USC) & Brett Schisler (SMU) 1 year, breaking up

Daniel McCabe (Slo) & Emily Glenn (U of O) 6 months, breaking up

Cole Friedman (U of A), Hanna Stowell (SLO) 9 month, undecided

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Tiffany Zahabi (The Art Institute) and Kaden Ebbinga (U of A) 9 months, staying together

Irish Burns (U of Alabama) & Tyler Duncan (Yale) 1 year, breaking up

Paige Bodovitz (UW) & Kyle Mohan (UCSC) 1 year 8 months, staying together

Amanda Perez (U of South Carolina), Andy Paulsen (Auburn)

10 months, undecided

Taryn Beaufort (TCU), Nolan McCarthy (UT) 1 year 7 months, staying together

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Ryan Greenwald (Johns Hopkins) & Kenzie Purcifull (UCLA) 9 months, breaking up

Nikki Kundanmal (LMU) & Vikram Baid (UC Berkeley) 11 months, breaking up

Chris King (Yale), Daphne Janes (UCLA) 4 years 7 months, staying together

Lily Goddard (UCLA) & Shane MacGilfrey (OCC) 2 years 7 months, staying together

Elia Eiroa (Chapman) & Jay Damon (Tulane) 1 year 1 month, breaking up

photos by Rafah Ali & Amanda Penna

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Trident’s

Senior Superlatives

“MOst liKelY tO rACK On instAGrAM” Paul Breslin & Olivia Peterson “I heard Paul Breslin buys likes for social media.” –Madeline Jenkins Paul plans to attend University of Southern California as a Biology/Pre-Med major and Olivia plans to attend Boston University as an undecided major.

“tAKes tHe MOst selFies”

“MOst GUlliBle”

Kendall Visser & Braden Brahs

Joey Martino & Gigi Gill

“Kendall’s always looking at herself in her phone reflection.” –Jamie Smith

“I told Joey eating salads for every meal would make him a better volleyball player and he hasn’t eaten anything but salad ever since.”–Gio Gentosi

Kendall plans to attend University of Arizona as an undecided major and Braden plans to attend Southern Methodist University, undecided major.

Joey plans to attend UC Santa Barbara as an undecided major and Gigi plans to attend University of Arizona as an undecided major.

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articles by Suhaa Dada

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su·per·la·tive [suh-pur-luh-tiv, soo-]adjective 1. of the highest kind, quality, or order; surpassing all else or others; supreme; extreme.

“MOst liKelY tO HAVe A reAlitY sHOW” Mark & Kevin Manchester & Veronica Varol (not pictured)

“Veronica is dramatic.” –Adri Cremo Kevin and Mark plans to attend Southern Methodist University as Business majors and Veronica plans to attend Orange Coast College, undecided major.

“MOst liKelY tO Win A nOBel PriZe”

“tWO PeOPle WHO sHOUld dAte”

Cayla Yasukochi & Anastasia Colombo Clay Thabit & Paddy Conroy “I wonder what Clay does on the weekends—he never goes out. I figure he’s working on a cure for cancer.” –Nick Willard

“They are so cute together. They should be crowned Prom King and Queen.” - Cassidy Carroll

Cayla plans to attend University of Southern California as a Business major and Clay plans to attend Harvard University as a Gender Studies major.

Anastasia plans to attend Northern Arizona University as a Special Education major and Paddy is an undecided major.

photos by Suhaa Dada

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Valedictorians

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The Top Two Percent (in no particular order)

dereK nGYUen

Lights, camera, action! Hello, my name is Derek Nguyen and I am going to study biology to become a “D Money” surgeon. I love studying and spending my days in the privacy of my workroom… Ok, ok, cut! Hopefully you already know this, but I can assure you, I am definitely not that guy. Well, yes, my name is Derek Nguyen and I have clocked in the hours to get my grades, BUT I am not defined by that. If anything, I’d like to be known as the guy who wears his heart on his sleeve. My future career plan is the grand prospect of undecided, but I know that whatever I do, I’ll give it my all and live a life worthy of the big screen!

ellen nArUse

Hi I’m Ellen Naruse! I’m super excited to attend the University of Pennsyvalnia next year as a political science “El-Oh-El” major, but I will definitely bring with me a lot of great memories from my time at CdM. Being a part of PAL, cross country, speech and debate team, and a cappella has taught me how to be a leader in my school community, as well as given me the opportunity to meet a lot of awesome students, teachers, and coaches. I’m so grateful for all of the amazing experiences I’ve had at CdM, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for me at University of Pennsylvania. Go Quakers!!

ViKrAM BAid

Hello everyone! My name’s Vikram, and I’m glad I’ve spent my high school life at CdM! I’m unsure of what the “Vik” future holds for me, but I know that I definitely want to do something related to technology and hopefully have my own successful startup in the future. I will be attending UCLA next year and I will be majoring in Computer Science (super exciting, I know). I would like to thank everyone for make the last four years of CdM amazing!

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CAMPUS LIFE What’s up! My name’s Clay and I’m really pumped lAY HABit to be featured on this page with all my other main homies. I’ve had an awesome time at CdM the past “Tabs” few years, whether it was studying for math tests, making flashcards, or reading The Awakening. Of course I like to have fun too, like playing videogames in the hallways of the 300 building at break, or hosting Yu-gi-oh tournaments with 8th graders. I’m super excited to go off to college next year and hopefully I can find some cool people like me! At Harvard I plan on joining the prestigious Harvard Chess Club (If they let me in aha!). To all the current students at CdM, remember to have fun, but don’t stay up too late!

Hey CdM! For as long as I can remember, my life Ale UreY has revolved around sports. I loved all my experiences competing for four of Corona del Mar’s sports teams. “Agent Furey” My awesome teammates and coaches provided me with countless memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. In the fall, I look forward to joining Harvard Men’s Golf while continuing to explore my academic interests. Corona del Mar inspired me to discover and pursue many academic passions. As a result, I plan to take a variety of economics, mathematics, and biology courses over the next four years. In the future, I aspire to be a professional athlete, and I look forward to chasing that dream!

Whether it’s AMok, Adri, or simply the drienne OK classic Adrienne, I’ve acquired many nicknames over the year. However, one name “A Mok” I’m especially proud to have is Sea Queen. As a student of Corona del Mar High School, I have been fortunate enough to spend my six years here with such amazing students and teachers. Sure, academics have been an integral part of my life, but there are many other things that have shaped me into the person I am today. I have enjoyed participating in the many clubs CdM has to offer, bonding with my XC/track team, and getting to know the people who have been influential in my life. It’s been an incredible six years, CdM! Hello! My name is Dominic Pardini. I have OMiniC Ardini enjoyed these six years at CdM. Despite what the media thinks, CdM is a great place “Dom Dom” to go to school. I spend a lot of my time rowing for the Newport Aquatic Center and am currently training for National Championships in the Lightweight 8 event. I plan to continue rowing at UCLA next year. I will be attending UCLA with a major in Cognitive Science, but I am considering switching to an engineering major. I am uncertain what I am going to end up doing with my life, but I’ll figure it out eventually.

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leAdersHiP GrOUPs Peer AssistAnCe leAdersHiP (PAl)

A Word From A PAL Representative

Paul Breslin

Pictured: Ellen Naruse, Daniel Weitz, Chase Jackson, Paul Breslin, Gunnar Coop, Victoria Martinez, Marit Vangrow, Liliana Dawidoff

In a program dedicated to helping the people around you, it is funny how you can learn so much about yourself. Throughout my years on PAL, I have become a more personable, understanding, and passionate person. Different experiences within PAL have enabled me to become a charismatic leader who aims for full potential, never leaving anyone behind. Each year I have gotten to work alongside twenty-nine of my best friends as we strive to make our school a better place. PAL has left a greater impact on me than I will ever truly know.

nAtiOnAl HOnOrs sOCietY (nHs)

A Word From NHS President

Dominic Pardini

Back: Drew Hanson, Madison/Megan Crane, McKenzie Purciful, Elizabeth Russell, Dominic Pardini, Tommy Brooks, Ethan Hold, Samee Aboubakare, Hale Furey, Kevin Conde, Jeremy Chen. Front: Sofia Van Cleve, Brielle Socoloske, Victoria Rhee, Rafah Ali, Terra Osterberg, Karli Dugan, Adrienne Mok, Cayla Yasukochi, Daphne Janes.

National Honor Society is a leadership group whose main goal is to promote academic integrity on campus. The Four Pillars of NHS are Character, Scholarship, Leadership and Service. Our members pledge to assist teachers in eliminating cheating at CdM. Each year NHS puts on Integrity Week before finals in order to raise awareness about cheating and its implications on the students and the campus. Our members are also heavily involved in community service activities. We run an annual book drive for the kids at Pomona Elementary School in Costa Mesa to improve English literacy.

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HUMAns relAtiOns COUnCil (HrC) A Word From HRC President

Natalya Buchwald

Back: Bruce Kasrah, Danyaal Khan, Kevin Taheri, Allen Chen. Front: Alex Namba, Natalya Buchwald, Tina Singh, Ann Kim

HRC is and will remain to be one of the best parts of my high school experience. Human Relations Council is comprised of like-minded students with one common goal, to unify CdM’s campus by standing up for social justice. I was lucky enough to be selected as a sophomore and since then I’ve been inspired by the stories of my fellow members. It’s amazing that a group of motivated students can put together events like Silence the Violence and an entire movie premiere of ‘Bully’. My favorite campaign this year was Happy Grams when HRC wrote a personalized compliment for every student. Overall, what I’ll take most from HRC is the understanding that I am not alone. Someone else also shares my feelings and has experienced injustice and together we can make a change for the better.

AssOCiAted stUdent BOdY (AsB) A Word From ASB President

Kris Beyrooty

Back: Kimmia Naaseh, Jenna Futterer, Hannah Bagdasar, Danny Robertson, Natalie Croul, Sophia Forino, Madeline Jenkins, Suhaa Dada. Front: Cameron Davis, Alex Ivory, Kris Beyrooty, Kendall Mulvaney, Austin Bernard

ASB is a place for students to become empowered leaders and use their voice to make an impact on our campus. My role and the role of any ASB president is to provide fellow students with the opportunity to succeed, to fail, and to grow. I am an encourager, and my duty is to make sure that no one in ASB thinks an idea is too crazy, or that they can’t accomplish a task. In addition, it is my job to help the class overcome road bumps and tough times. However, the credit does not belong to me for a successful year, it truly belongs to the class as a whole because of the incredible events that we have put on.

photos by Lauren Lamm & Sophia Cianfrani

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eXPlOrinG GOVernMent Y&G:

Democracy Must Be Learned by Each Generation

Youth and Government is a program for high school students to take part in a model legislature, and explore the different branches of government. The CdM delegation, NCDM, consists of 180 students, making them the largest delegation in all of California. Throughout the year, delegates choose from a variety of exciting program areas, such as Senate, Assembly, Court, Department of Finance, Political Parties, etc. Students train for their roles in government at two training conventions called BOB 1 and BOB 2. Some students run for elected positions within their program area, so these conventions are the perfect opportunity to campaign. During ski week in February, all delegates travel to Sacramento for an unforgettable week. Dressing in their business attire, students explore life as an actually government representative. At the end of the week, the whole delegation gathers for their friendship circle. This gives upperclassmen a chance to share what the Y&G program means to them, and how it has shaped them as a person. The entire week in Sacramento is a great bonding experience for the entire NCDM delegation. They really are a Y&G family.

Back: Kyle Rodewald, Jay Damon, John O’Connor, Tyler Duncan, Sorob Wadood, Sam Younesi, Kyle Mohan, Trent Dill, Ross Cameron. 4th Row: Lauren Cairns, Nate Pozin, Andrew Francini, Cassidy Carroll, Paul Breslin, Liliana Dawidoff, Cameron Davis. 3rd Row: Victoria Rhee, Jenne Jarvis, Alex Asdourian, Ashley Rhodes, Rafah Ali, Daniel Weitz, Drank Tharp. 2nd Row: Natalie Sullivan, Karli Dugan, Alex Langel, Haylee Sterling, Blake Henson, Lara Alptekin, Adri Cremo, Elizabeth Russell. Front Row: Nikka Mofid, Nikki Kundanmal, Vikram Baid, Irish Burns, Kris Beyrooty, Suhaa Dada, Katarina Brandt, Sophia Forino, and Madeline Jenkins.

JsA:

Pictured: Jeremy Chen, Danny Robertson, Ellen Naruse, Elia Eiroa, Madison Crane, and Derek Nguyen.

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Democracy Is Not A Spectator Sport

JSA, or Junior Statesmen of America, is the Speech and Debate organization on CdM’s campus. Even with their supportive advisor, Laura Mayberry, JSA is largely studentcontrolled, with the seniors leading the group in their many conferences and competitions throughout the year. Junior Matt Hollander described JSA as “an academic team that participates and competes competitively with two national organizations and works to improve speaking abilities of all students in the program.” While JSA is focused on formal debate and public speaking skills, they also know how to have fun. They meet during lunch in Ms. Mayberry’s room, where they can be found brainstorming and bonding with one another. They pride themselves on their debating skills, professional clothing, and class, always hoping to impress when they walk up to the podium.

articles by Hannah Schoenbaum & Connor Mickelsen photos courtesy of Y&G & JsA AdVisOrs & WWW.UneB.Br

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lend A HelPinG HAnd

Community Service

TAYlOr dAOUst 676 HOUrs Taylor Daoust plans on attending UCSB next fall and will be majoring in materials engineering. Daoust enjoys math and science and has accumulated a total of 672 community service hours. She volunteered at multiple golf tournaments, beach cleanups, and has spent the majority of her summers volunteering as a student director and costume designer at the Eastbluff Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community Theater.

KAtArinA BrAndt

672 HOUrs

Katarina Brandt plans on attending University of Southern California and plans to double major in religion and business. Brandt enjoys working with special needs teens and has accumulated 672 hours of community service. She volunteered at a program called Young Life where she worked at Camp Lost Canyon, located in Williams, Arizona. One day, Brandt hopes to run a large nonprofit organization.

dAWsOn JUnG

565 HOUrs

Dawson Jung plans on attending Chapman University and will be majoring in computer science. He enjoys reading novels, watching documentaries, and training for a 10k in August. After college, he aspires to develop software for aerospace companies to revolutionize space transport. Jung accumulated 565 community service hours by establishing communication links with people fluent in Korean and transferring messages as part of a religious organization.

lArA AlPteKin

506.25 HOUrs

Lara Alptekin plans on attending the honors college at UCSB. She has loved all of the sciences and hopes to become a doctor after college. She accumulated a total of 506.25 community service hours by working as a candy striper chairman at HOAG Hospital. In this position, she scheduled and trained up to 50 other candy stripers in her committee and helped them solve problems.

tiFFAnY ZAHABi

471 HOUrs

Tiffany Zahabi plans on attending Art Institute and will be majoring in interior design. She accumulated 471 community service hours from taking part in Hurley Walk-the-Walk in the summer of 2011. She also built the set for the school plays for the past four years, and helped out with the Eastbluff sixth grade play and talent show during her freshman and junior years. Immediately after college, Zahabi plans to get involved in the work force and continue designing.

articles & photos by Hannah Schoenbaum & Sophie Cianfrani

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Take with You the Memories and Laughter

afah Ali thank you for dedicating four years to Trident. During those four years, I have learned so much from you—patience, passion for publishing, and compassion. As you worked so diligently on Trident, it wasn’t until you became editor that I saw your patience with others. You took everything in stride with confidence that the job would get done. I often chuckled at your passion for layout and design each time you created a layout. Your pride in the product was commendable. However, it was your compassion that touched my heart the most. Thank you for always checking on me when you knew I had a personal challenge; your thoughfulness meant the world to me. Thank you for all that you have done for Trident. I know you’ve dedicated hundreds of hours to journalism and I’m so proud of you. You’ve been a wonderful editor for two years and I will miss you greatly.

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manda Penna! You have been an absolute joy to advise in Trident. Your creative spirit lights up a room. From your photography to your layouts, you’ve never ceased to amaze. From pimples to puberty, hearts and neon colors, you always found a way to bring a smile to my face. I admire your candor and consistency. Your bluntness cracks me up and your amiable spirit is contagious. Thank you for dedicating four years to Trident, especially in light of everything else you do. This last year, I enjoyed watching your leadership skills surface as you took charge of the freshies and showed them the Trident ways. Hearing a “teacher voice” come from you surprised me, but also impressed me as you established the protocols for the senior issue. I will miss your passion and humor; however, I know we will keep in touch after you leave CdM.

uhaa Dada, we missed seeing you daily in Trident; however, I am thankful for your contributions the last couple of years. I greatly appreciate your maturity and love of your school. I remember your first year in Trident and how passionate you were about videos. You actually are the impetus for CdM hopefully getting a live news show started. So thank you! As a senior, you were torn between ASB and Trident, yet you managed to contribute your voice to the magazine on a monthly basis. Thank you for coming in to Room 224 to work on your layout during lunch or during your other free moments. I will always remember your junior year in Trident as you enjoyed Chipotle or other tasty treats along with a good laugh. Good luck and keep in touch.

yle, oh Kyle! What a whirlwind year it has been. You came into Trident like a storm propelled by your passion for video arts. I am indebted to you for bringing broadcast journalism to CdM. Because of your efforts, CdM may actually have a live news show next year. Thank you for your weekly work in the studio and for grooming Connor and training Nick. I will greatly miss our conversations about politics, philosophy, and life. Thank you for letting yearbook stalk you and post pictures of you around the room. Don’t forget to charge your batteries, insert the memory card, and turn on the camera. Focus, focus, focus. A word of advice: observe beyond all matters always. I will miss your creativity, your energy, and your insight. On another note, wish we could have discussed Heart of Darkness more.

articles by Laura Holk photos by Nick Snyder

CAMPUS LIFE

PrinCiPAlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nOte Dear Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Congratulations on reaching an important milestone in your lives! This book will serve as a pictorial summation of your senior year and the closing chapter of high school that has hopefully brought you lasting friendships and fond memories. I want to express my appreciation to you as a class for respectfully accepting and cooperating with me as your new principal. The response to this change in your senior year is a reflection of your commendable character, so thank you! I wish you all the best as you begin a new and exciting chapter in your lives! Mrs. Scott

liFe in tHe HiVe:

ife in high school has been a honeycomb. The honeycomb is one of nature’s most astonishing feats of engineering. Comprised of hundreds of perfect hexagonal cells, the honeycomb structure is designed to provide strength and stability, eﬃciently holding the bees’ treasure—the honey. I see each memory I’ve acquired, each lesson I’ve learned, as a tiny hexagonal cell, all contributing to the beehive that is my high school experience. These individual lessons are perhaps seemingly small and insignificant, but each and every cell (positive or negative) is crucial to the stability of the beehive. All of these experiences have protected and refined the personality I’ve developed, which is the honey in my high school beehive. Over the past four years, I’ve come to believe that regardless of good or bad, everything happens for a reason, and it all comes together someday. Though I didn’t realize it at the time, everything I’ve done in high school has played a huge role in maturing and developing me—maybe even college apps. Emphasis on the maybe. Trident, for example, has given me not only a writing voice, an opportunity to explore journalism, and sleep deprivation, but has also taught me so much about myself as a leader, and has introduced me to some of my best friends. Youth &

Gov has not only fostered my interest in government (which, let’s be honest, I probably never would’ve had), but has pushed me out of my comfort zone more times than I can count, and has inspired me, surrounding me with the most brilliant minds I’ve ever met. NHS, MakeA-Wish, and all the other experiences that sometimes seemed fruitless come together in hindsight as completely necessary elements for me to become who I am, and I’m thankful for them all. I’m also thankful for the amazingly wonderful friends that have supported me for the past four years. You guys have been at my side throughout; you’ve been my confidantes, done stupid things with me, and stayed with me even when I ordered off the kids menu (sorry mac n’ cheese is irresistible, plus a free cookie?!). We’ve laughed till our stomachs hurt, had some super questionable conversations (immortalized in The Quotebook), and had a really, really, really good time. You are some of the most dependable, weird, honest, accepting, and sincere humans I’ve ever met. For that and so much more, I’m eternally grateful to you. I’d like to thank all the fantastic CdM staff. Whether you’ve helped me find my favorite (and least favorite—sorry to the history teachers that had me) subjects or even just said “Hello!” in the halls, you’ve been a huge element of my CdM experience. The tireless work you put in

A High School Reflection does not go unnoticed, and we all love you! Not to mention the role models I owe everything to: my kindred. Mom, Dad, and especially Munch, thank you for guiding me, explicitly or by example. Dad, you’ve always been there to lecture me about some utter wisdom from the “life-changing book” you’re currently reading; Mom, you’ve complimented my fashion sense by always, always wearing my clothes; Munch, you understand me on a level that nobody can, and we pretty much have our own language consisting of memes, TopGear, Family Guy, Key and Peele, and relentless teasing. Realtalk though, you’ve all given me so much love and selfless kindness, you’ve made me feel like a princess in our home. I couldn’t have found a more eccentric family (now we know where I get it), and I’ll never be able to thank you enough for who you have been to me. Lastly, thank you to anybody who’s been part of my life thus far. Whatever role you played, you influenced me and taught me something, and I thank you for that. I hope I haven’t offended or hurt anybody in my time at CdM; and if I have, I’m sincerely sorry and hope you’ll forgive me or let me make it up to you. One of my favorite quotes is, “All the flowers of tomorrow are in the seeds of yesterday.” I think we planted some pretty awesome seeds, Class of 2014, and I can’t wait to see what kinds of flowers we bloom tomorrow. See you on the flip side, CdM.

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article & photos courtesy of Rafah Ali

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AMAndA PennA’s seniOr reFleCtiOn

ow that I am older, the years seem to pass by faster and faster, and now I’m a graduating high school—time truly does fly. I’ve pondered about the things I did, the things I did not do, the things I perhaps should have done, and what leaving high school truly means to me. These past six years at Corona del Mar High School have been extraordinary and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. In high school, I worked hard, volunteered, and participated in numerous extracurricular activities in order to get recognized. From a young age being an only child, my mom kept me active in a bunch of different activities in order to stay busy—I’ve been active ever since. I was hungry to learn and grow as a student, especially in science and math courses because I was utterly horrible at them all, but only because I cared about my grades and stressed myself out to the bone. I was a busy woman, especially senior year I worked and managed three magazines including Trident, CREST, and PULP while all playing softball, participating in other community services, finishing up those dreadful college applications, and trying to maintain some sort of a social life. As busy as I know I was and still am, I strive for that busyness and am eager for success. I did humanly everything I could solely for my self-esteem and my future’s sake and not for a resumé (even though I put that stuff on my resumé but that’s besides the point). As I look back though, these years have been something special. The classes, teachers, and activities have taught me valuable lessons about life, and myself as a person. Even though I’m not necessarily book smart, I honestly tried very hard, and to me and my family that was more than good enough. Some math classes and my ability to excel in them were pretty much impossible (Sizer I know you know).

And chemistry—forget about it. Even though I spent a great deal of my time worrying about those specific classes, I knew my strength was in English and I learned to love it. From Trident and English classes throughout the years, I acquired a love for writing, which I will definitely apply to my future career. Besides life at school, life outside of school was just as important to me. I have made wonderful friends who have taught me how to love, laugh, and have a good time. Some friends have been with me 14 years and others just high school, but I would like to take the time to say thank you (you all know who you are). My friends will always be a part of my life. It’s sad to think we are leaving our greatest friends, but this new chapter in our lives will create new ones. Best friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget. They make me laugh, make me angry, and make my day, and for that I am grateful. Not only am I grateful for my friends, but I’m also grateful for my softball team. Going from coach to coach practically each year, we have stayed together as a unit. Hey, we may not be that good, practically we are The Bad News Bears of softball, but it was fun. I’ve been playing softball since I was 6 years old and this year was the end of the era for me. Softball may not be the girliest sport, but that’s what I love most about it. Even though I probably hated softball more than ever while playing in high school, I don’t regret a moment of it. I’m so excited to attend the University of Oregon in the fall. As thrilled as I am to experience college, deep down I will miss CdM. It’s been an amazing couple of years and believe CdM has truly prepared me for Oregon. Life in Eugene is going to be different, but I’m ready for different. As a woman, later in life I hope to become successful in any job or career I choose and make an impact on my community. Stay cool CdM, because no matter what news media you receive I’ll always love ya.

article & photos courtesy of Amanda Penna

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reFleCtinG On tHe PAst

Kyle Rodewald’s Thoughts on Life in High School

he absolute pinnacle of the most beautiful moment in the world is when soft drizzles of rain pelt the loose beach sand whilst the sun sets a vivid mix of maroon hues over a peacefully calm dark blue oceanic horizon. It is instantaneous, as most beautiful things are, only lasting a brief few minutes before the night falls, but that is simply not the reason for the peculiar phenomenon, the gorgeous apparition, the true inherent beauty is in the cliché of the idea, a wonderfully beautiful cliché. This single moment forms over ages, but the true wonder is in the conclusion, that rare unattainable wonder. You see I’ve only experienced this once in my life, the sun rays

reflecting through heaven’s crystalline teardrops, however unfortunate that may sound, I assume that along with the rest of life—fate is to blame—and I would go to any end for that one single monumental moment to re-occur. The simple answer to any questions pertaining to why I would obsess over a few seconds in time, is the ever-sowretched belief that only what is lost is loved, and what is loved is lost. This is the reason for Picasso and Pollock, Da Vinci and Dürer, all artists that creatively perceived and eloquently expressed what was absolutely unattainable to the entirety of mankind’s ever so prosperous civilization. Enough could never quite possibly be enough for the lavishly extravagant beings of the twenty-first century, a world where minimalism is

scoffed at and enough is met with a scowl and an upturned nose, sniﬃng the air of personally perceived elegance. High school is shorter than anyone could ever expect and messier than anyone could ever possibly imagine. I’d relate it closely to that of an impressionist painting by Monet or a post-impressionist gem by Van Gogh, stunningly beautiful from afar but hastily messy up close. It takes a master, such as him, ages to envision artistic perfection and original style, but only a few short moments to re-create, such is the way with everything. I guess what I am trying to say is the best things in life come with hard work, work that few see, and finally after the brunt of the work has been completed the final product is ready to exhibit to the rest of the world.

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article & photos courtesy of Kyle Rodewald

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distinctly remember my first day at CdM, freshman year. I was a new student from an American school in the city of London, England. There, my eighth grade class had sixty students, but in September of 2010, I found myself lost in the midst of a four hundredperson grade. Needless to say, it was diﬃcult to readjust to the California lifestyle after being in London for almost four years. Honestly? I hated CdM at first. My peers weren’t particularly friendly, my academic foundation was vastly different from what everyone at CdM had been taught in elementary school and middle school, and my life experiences thus far had left me no common ground with anyone I acquainted with. Thankfully, it got easier and the feeling of being the new kid slowly, but surely, melted away. I have now survived four years at CdM, but as I reflect back on it, I don’t know where the time has gone. Freshman year went by in a flurry of Drama monologues and geometry tests, while sophomore year dragged on much slower. I remember regretting the heavy course load I had; with two AP classes and two Honors classes, I felt overwhelmed by school. I couldn’t imagine how junior

year could get any worse as everyone had warned me it would. Thankfully, it didn’t. Junior year flew by too, although not without the stress of impending college applications and ACT prep. Senior year had always seemed so far away, and now it’s hard to believe that my final year in high school is almost over too. This year came fast and is ending just as quickly. The frequent ‘lasts’ of everything I have been used to remind me constantly that my next set of ‘firsts’ will be in a different city with a different lifestyle, exactly like my freshman year at CdM. I still have a hard time wrapping my head around the idea that graduation is just around the corner and that another new beginning is on its way. Looking back on the last four years, high school has helped me to learn much about myself and about the people around me. I never fully exerted myself academically, so finding a few niches outside of the classroom has made my high school experience. I started Youth & Government as a timid, little freshman, and the program has guided some of my biggest ups and downs of the last four years. Losing elections, gaining positions, making friends; I fully understand how cliché a Y&G kid’s appreciation is for the program, but it contributed so heavily to my adjustment

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at CdM, I can’t help but to be anything but appreciative. It opened doors for me to Girls State and many other experiences I am grateful for. Even though ASB and Trident came along later in high school, they’ve been just as rewarding and enjoyable. A year ago, I was watching seniors in ASB make their college logo posters and reading Trident senior’s reflections, and here I am painting a Bruin during second period and writing a sappy reflection on my high school career. High school has been a roller coaster. I have had some rough patches, as everyone does, but I wouldn’t change any of it if I could. I think without every single experience I have had throughout the last four years, I wouldn’t be who I am today. I like to think they’ve all accumulated to lead me to where I’m supposed to be in the notso-distant future. The feeling of graduating is bittersweet. I know I’m never going to miss having a zero period or the inevitable traﬃc in every CdM parking lot, but it’s going to be hard to not see my friends every day or sleep in my own bed every night. Regardless, I’m too excited for what lies ahead to dwell on the past. The lessons I’ve learned in high school will serve me well in the future, and the memories I’ve made will last a lifetime.

article & photos courtesy of Suhaa Dada

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TO THE TERDS S uD a hd aa a

(Trident Nerds)

K y l e the ghost

Though few on Trident’s staff know who you are (because you’re always in ASB), you still manage to produce high-quality work and impress us every time. We appreciate your constant willingness to help, and love your bubbly spirit. Sorry you always got last pick in our brainstorms, but thanks for always making the best of those sci-tech articles. We’ll miss working with you next year and we wish you the best! Have fun with Bieber in Cuba…

KS c rh i li s d t wa ch a ter

the spazz

We don’t think there’s been a day where we haven’t seen you prancing around doing god knows what. We love your carefree demeanor, and how you’ll say whatever is on your mind—whether it’s potty humor, Drake drama, or how annoying an insta caption was. Though your goofiness always makes us laugh, we see a powerful leader within you and can’t wait to see your capabilities shine next year as editor. Take our advice, start to love InDesign now...

R o d e w a l d

the trendy one

We still remember how you couldn’t sit still or stop pressing buttons on the camera at your Trident interview! With your goofy personality and love for filmmaking, you’ve brought a spark to the Trident staff. Whether you’re bullying Nick or irritating Connor, you never fail to make us laugh. You have transformed Trident’s broadcast team into something magnificent, and we can’t wait to see what you do in the future!

MT a ne d e d b i ua e m

L aL ua rm em n

the sister in-law

the kind one

Lauren, you are such an artsy, free spirit! You have shown your friendliness and approachability this year, and your kindness has spread throughout our staff. We love that you have connected with the freshmen so well this year. Though you are always sweet, you know how to hold your ground, and we truly admire that about you. Stay trendy and free, and keep snapping away—you truly have a talent with photography!

L i z

Mads, we will forever be indebted to you for introducing Amanda to the love of her life (Rafah wrote that). No matter how stressed we get, you’re always there to cheer us up with some hilariously random (and often embarrassing) story, and we love you for that. You have been an amazing friend to both of us inside and outside of Trident, and we can’t imagine next year without you. Realtalk though…what color do you want the wedding cards to be?

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G r e e n b e r g

the lowkey donkey

Honestly, we hate to say it, but you really need to tone down your intense love for Obama. LOL JK! We can’t wait to see your reaction to that. There will probably be a highkey 10/10 look on your face. In all seriousness, you are perhaps the most diligent, responsible terd; you apply yourself everywhere you’re needed, and excel regardless of what you’re doing. Thank you so much for keeping us sane with the little things you do—we’ll really miss you next year!

ES mu mn ag the global one

the rock

We would actually have no global section without you! You have such a strong writing voice and a valuable, mature perspective; but most of all, we love the uncontainable sass that radiates from your articles. You have done an amazing job as one of the online editors this year, and we’re amazed by your leadership capabilities as a mere sophomore. You’re gonna go as far up in life as your hair goes down, kiddo! So uh don’t ever cut your hair...

Hyun Sung, you are da coolest. You are always there for us when we need someone to write a boring article (lol sorry). Really though, you are so stable, and take on so many responsibilities; yet you always have a smile on your face and are ready to do what needs to be done. The combination of your artistic capabilities and tech-savvy skills are truly admirable, and we know they will take you far! Thank you for all you have done for Trident.

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articles by Rafah Ali & Amanda Penna

AB le r eg ae h r Curious George

Curious George! You are the definition of a chatterbox. You always ask us questions about everything, from formal to senior couples, which tells us that you like to be in the know—and is a great quality for a reporter to have! Every day, you walk into Trident with such vitality that it’s almost too quiet when you aren’t there—your positive energy and smile are contagious! You are beautiful, and we hope you have an amazing time at CdM.

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H i l l the sweet pea

You are such a little cutie, we just want to squeeze you. Though you may be soft-spoken, the world should make no mistake—you know what you’re doing. We were shocked by your aptness with InDesign, photography, and journalistic writing, and we appreciate you picking up a leadership role halfway through the year. We are ecstatic to come back and watch you blossom. Stay adorable, and keep pushing yourself!

the humble one

We’ve never seen an athlete as adorable as you! Though you have extraordinary abilities inside and outside of Trident, you are never boastful; you have a quiet confidence about you, which we love. Even though we sometimes get tense, your quiet calmness always calms us down and reminds us to breathe. We have definitely seen your growth and hope you keep it up. P.S. Thanks for laughing at Amanda’s jokes—not many do.

G r e e n b e r g

the sassy one

Lalalalizzy! Does sass just come with the name Elizabeth Greenberg? We didn’t really realize it until midyear, but guuuurl, you are a sass master—in a good way. You are so confident with everything you say and do—with good reason, because it’s always quality work! With your hardworking attitude and determination to succeed, you have gained our trust; we know you’ll do great things with Trident in the future.

RF ou u n r kk ee

the mysterious one

We have something in common. We like our corner, and you like you corner. We honestly have no idea what you’re doing back there (researching Illuminati?), but it always looks important, so we never want to bother you. Congratulations on often being the only male in the classroom and surviving—you’re a real trooper! Even though we didn’t get to talk much, we still really enjoyed having you on staff, and good luck to you in the future.

H a n n a h

S c h o e n b a u m

the boss lady

the J-Lawrence

the little brother

Though Kyle is sometimes rough on you, we both know the whole broadcast team would be lost without you—you were a true gem to have. We all love to tease you because you are like everybody’s little brother—and you always take it in stride! We love that you’re always willing to try something new, whether it’s filming for broadcast or experimenting with different layout designs. Keep up the good work!

Rafah

Penna

To the only female who shares my potty humor and one of the most well-rounded, stunning, and lovable people ever, you are a big fat terd. You have an irresistible charisma, and always brighten up my day, whether we’re giggling, battling InDesign, or dealing with something that makes your eye twitch. Your amiable personality and creativity make you shine, and I can’t wait to watch you succeed. Love you to the moon and back, and I’ll miss making memories & magazines with you next year (I know you’ll miss my humming)—but I know you’ll always be in my heart. Thank you for being da best editor-friend ever. Stay perfect, Panda!

the Miss O.C.

Does your search history contain anything but Jay-Z and Beyonce? We don’t know if it’s just Beyzus rubbing off on you, but you are a true star. From day one, you have been so outgoing and have had such a strong presence on the staff. You are so mature and relatable, and though Amanda sometimes had a hissy-fit about your blurbs, you knew how to appeal to your audience! We love the animated tone you write with. Stay sassy, smiley, and s’cute.

N nS iy cd e kr

We have never seen a freshman waltz into Trident and run the show like you have. Whether you were perfecting that agonizing clock layout or telling us how to do our job, you showed an unusual passion for everything Trident. The fact that you are going to be a co-editor as a sophomore just shows how strongwilled you are, and we admire that about you! We can’t wait to see what you’ll do with Trident.

Amanda

SG oa p n h i i o e n

Ali

the good cop

Wow, we have been through a lot together over these four years. In and out of Trident you have been a wonderful friend and I’m truly grateful for you. You’re beautiful inside and out and you better not forget that. Being co-editors this year was amazing and you are a fantastic leader. You always are my rock and there is no other person who I trust more. Thanks for being you. And thanks for understanding my weird personality hehe. Gonna miss you Raf!

photos by Lauren Lamm

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